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TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT (TTD)

BUDGET FINANCE COMMITTEE Meeting Agenda

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency May 12, 2017 128 Market Street 8:30 a.m. Stateline, NV 89449 All items on this agenda are action items unless otherwise noted. Items on the agenda may be taken out of order. The Committee may combine two or more items for consideration. The Committee may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time.

I. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS All comments are to be limited to no more than five minutes per person. Comments made cannot be acted upon or discussed at this meeting, but may be placed on a future agenda for consideration.

II. RECOMMENDATION OF APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF APRIL 14, 2017

III. DISCUSSION ITEMS

Page A. For Possible Recommendation: Review and Acceptance of the District’s

Financial Statement of Operations for February 2017 (Item VII.A.) 51

B. For Possible Recommendation: Authorize the Procurement of Multi-Year Contract(s) for Professional Public Outreach Consulting Services for the Capital Improvement Program and Projects, Transit Services, and Related Programs (Item VII.B.)

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C. For Possible Recommendation: Authorize the Procurement of Consultant Services to Update the Final Report – Economic Analysis of US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project dated June 7, 2013 (Item VII.D.)

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D. For Possible Recommendation: Authorize an Increase of $500,000 to the TTD’s Line of Credit with Nevada State Bank for a Total Amount of $1,000,000 for Purposes of Cash Flow Management for District Operations Related to Capital Project Construction (Item VIII.C.)

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IV. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS

V. ADJOURNMENT

TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT (TTD) TAHOE TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (TTC)

Meeting Agenda Tahoe Regional Planning Agency May 12, 2017 128 Market Street 9:30 a.m. Stateline, NV 89449

All items on this agenda are action items unless otherwise noted. Items on the agenda may be taken out of order. The Board may combine two or more items for consideration. The Board may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time. I. CALL TO ORDER AND GENERAL MATTERS

A. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum of TTD/TTC B. Approval of Agenda for May 12, 2017 C. Approval of Minutes of April 14, 2017

II. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS

At this time, members of the public shall have the opportunity to directly address the Board. All comments are to be limited to no more than five minutes per person. The Board is prohibited by law from taking immediate action on or discussing issues raised by the public that are not listed on this agenda. In addition, members of the public shall have the opportunity to directly address the Board after each item on which action may be taken is discussed by the public body, but before the public body takes action on the item.

III. BUDGET FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT IV. TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION

APPOINTEE REPORT V. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (TTC) BUSINESS ITEMS

Page A. For Possible Action: Recommend Approval of the Lake Tahoe

Transportation Overall Work Program for Fiscal Year 2017/2018 to the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization Governing Board

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VI. ADJOURN AS TTC AND RECONVENE AS TTD VII. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT (TTD) CONSENT ITEMS

(All items for possible action) Page A. Review and Acceptance of the District’s Financial Statement of Operations

for February 2017 51

B. Authorize the Procurement of Multi-Year Contract(s) for Professional Public Outreach Consulting Services for the Capital Improvement Program and Projects, Transit Services, and Related Programs

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C. Review and Accept the Quarterly Transit Report for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2017

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D. Authorize the Procurement of Consultant Services to Update the Final Report – Economic Analysis of US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project dated June 7, 2013

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VIII. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT (TTD) BUSINESS ITEMS

Page A. For Possible Action: Informational Presentation on the Construction of the

Nevada State Route 28 North Demonstration Project of the Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bike Trail by the Nevada Department of Transportation and Acknowledgement of Partnership

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B. For Possible Action: Authorize Procurement and Award of Contract to Wood Rodgers, Inc. for Environmental Analysis and Preliminary Engineering Services on the Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bikeway – Phase 3 Central Corridor Project

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C. For Possible Action: Authorize an Increase of $500,000 to the TTD’s Line of Credit with Nevada State Bank for a Total Amount of $1,000,000 for Purposes of Cash Flow Management for District Operations Related to Capital Project Construction

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D. Informational Only: Update on Release of Draft Environmental Analysis to the Public for the US 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project and Informational Presentation

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E. For Possible Action: Presentation and Discussion of the Draft Linking Tahoe: Corridor Management Plan Concepts and Findings as Part of the TTD Implementation Planning Effort Related to Achieving the Regional Transportation Plan Goals and Objectives

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F. For Possible Action: Presentation and Review of the Short Range Transit Plan

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G. For Possible Action: Public Comment and Discussion on the Draft Linking Tahoe: Lake Tahoe Basin Transit Master Plan in Preparation for Adoption by the TTD Board of Directors

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IX. DISTRICT MANAGER REPORT X. LEGAL COUNSEL REPORT XI. BOARD, COMMISSION MEMBER AND STAFF COMMENTS XII. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS XIII. ADJOURNMENT

COMPLIANCE WITH PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIREMENTS This notice and agenda has been posted at the TTD office and at the Stateline, Nevada post office. The notice and agenda has also been posted at the North Tahoe Conference Center in Kings Beach, the Incline Village GID office and the North Tahoe Chamber of Commerce and on the TTD website: www.tahoetransportation.org. For those individuals with a disability who require a modification or accommodation in order to participate in the public meeting, please contact Judi Allen at (775) 589-5502 or [email protected]. Nevada Open Meeting Law Compliance Written notice of this meeting has been given at least three working days before the meeting by posting a copy of this agenda at the principal office of the Board and at three other separate, prominent places within the jurisdiction of the Board not later than 9 a.m. of the third working day before the meeting. Written notice of this meeting has been given by providing a copy of this agenda to any person who has requested notice of the meetings of the Board. Such notice was delivered to the postal service used by the Board not later than 9 a.m. of the third working day before the meeting for transmittal to the requester by regular mail, or if feasible for the Board and the requester has agreed to receive the public notice by electronic mail, transmitted to the requester by electronic mail sent not later than 9 a.m. of the third working day before the meeting. Supporting materials were provided to any person requesting such materials and were made available to the requester at the time the material was provided to the members of the Board or, if provided to the members of the Board at the meeting, were made available to the requester at the meeting and are available on the TTD website: www.tahoetransportation.org. Please send requests for copies of supporting materials to Judi Allen at (775) 589-5502 or [email protected].

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Tahoe Transportation Board Meeting Minutes - April 2016

TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT BUDGET FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

April 14, 2017

Committee Members in Attendance: Steve Teshara, SS-TMA Ron Treabess, TNT-TMA

Committee Members Absent: Will Garner, Placer County, Chair

Others in Attendance:

Carl Hasty, Tahoe Transportation District Joanie Schmitt, Tahoe Transportation District George Fink, Tahoe Transportation District Tara Frank, Tahoe Transportation District Judi Allen, Tahoe Transportation District Adam Spear, Esq., General Counsel, Tahoe Transportation District

I. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS No public interest comments were made.

II. DISCUSSION ITEMS

A. Review and Acceptance of the District’s Financial Statement of Operations for

January 2017 Ms. Schmitt reviewed this item. Action Requested: For Possible Recommendation Mr. Treabess made the motion to recommend acceptance of the Financial Statement of Operations for the January 2017. Mr. Teshara seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

B. Adopt Resolutions 2017-004 and 2017-005 Authorizing the District Manager to

Execute Claims for California Transportation Development Act Funds for the El Dorado County Portion of Lake Tahoe, Including the City of South Lake Tahoe for Transit Operations for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Ms. Schmitt reviewed this item. Action Requested: For Possible Recommendation Mr. Treabess made the motion to recommend adoption of resolutions 2017-004 and 2017-005 authorizing the District Manager to execute claims for California Transportation Development Act funds for the El Dorado County portion of Lake Tahoe, including the City of South Lake Tahoe for transit operations for fiscal year 2017-2018. Mr. Teshara seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

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C. Adopt Resolution 2017-006 Authorizing the Execution of the 2017-2018 Fiscal Year Allocation of the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program Funds for the Bijou Bus Shelter Project Ms. Frank reviewed this item. She noted completion of the project should be by December 2017, not December 2018. Action Requested: For Possible Recommendation Mr. Treabess made the motion to recommend adoption of resolution 2017-006 authorizing the execution of the 2017-2018 fiscal year allocation of the Low Carbon Transit operations Program funds for the Bijou Bus Shelter Project. Mr. Teshara seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

III. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS

Mr. Teshara asked Ms. Frank what she thought of the Caltrans Highway 50 water quality improvement project meeting. She stated it was nice to see the positive tone of the meeting and gave a brief update of the meeting.

IV. ADJOURNMENT


TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT / COMMISSION BOARD MEETING MINUTES

April 14, 2017

TTD/C Board Members in Attendance: Steve Teshara, SS-TMA, Chair Vince Arthur, Member at Large Will Garner, Placer County Mark Kimbrough, Carson City Sue Novasel, El Dorado County Austin Sass, City of South Lake Tahoe Ron Treabess, TNT-TMA Sondra Rosenberg, NDOT Arthur Murray, Caltrans Mike Gabor, U.S. Forest Service

TTD/C Board Members Absent: Marsha Berkbigler, Washoe County Nancy McDermid, Douglas County, Vice Chair

Others in Attendance:

Carl Hasty, Tahoe Transportation District Joanie Schmitt, Tahoe Transportation District George Fink, Tahoe Transportation District Russ Nygaard, Tahoe Transportation District Tara Frank, Tahoe Transportation District Nick Haven, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Morgan Beryl, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Judi Allen, Tahoe Transportation District Adam Spear, Esq., General Counsel, Tahoe Transportation District

I. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT AND TAHOE TRANSPORTATION

COMMISSION CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL

A. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum The meeting of the Tahoe Transportation District and Tahoe Transportation Commission was called to order by Chairman Teshara at 9:30 a.m., at the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency. Roll call was taken and it was determined a quorum was in attendance for the TTD/TTC.

B. Approval of TTD/TTC Agenda of April 14, 2017

Motion/second by Mr. Treabess/Ms. Novasel to approve the TTD/TTC agenda for today’s meeting. The motion passed unanimously.

C. Approval of TTD/TTC Meeting Minutes for March 10, 2017

Motion/Second by Mr. Treabess/Mr. Kimbrough to approve the TTD and TTC minutes. The motion passed unanimously.

II. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS No public interest comments were made.


III. BUDGET FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT

Mr. Treabess reported the committee reviewed the items and recommended the requested actions of the consent items and noted in Item VII.C., the completion date of the project will be December 2017, not December 2018 as listed. Mr. Gabor arrived at 9:35 a.m.

IV. TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION

APPOINTEE REPORT Mr. Teshara reported the APC held their first meeting as the core group in the Transportation Measures Working Group, assigned to work with TRPA staff and experts to develop a white paper on the state of practices on measuring various transportation performance metrics, which will be due to the Governing Board in July. Mr. Teshara also reported a public hearing was held for the Linking Tahoe 2017 Regional Transportation Plan and the APC recommended approval of the plan by the Governing Board. Mr. Murray arrived at 9:37 a.m.

V. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (TTC) BUSINESS ITEMS

A. Presentation of Draft Fiscal Year 2017/18 Tahoe Regional Planning Agency

Transportation Planning Overall Work Program and Public Hearing Mr. Haven reviewed this item and a public hearing was held. There was no public comment. Action Requested: For Possible Action

B. Recommendation of Approval for the 2017 Linking Tahoe: Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy to the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization Governing Board Ms. Beryl reviewed this item and gave a presentation. Action Requested: For Possible Action Mr. Treabess made the motion to recommend approval of the 2017 Linking Tahoe: Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy to the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization Governing Board. Mr. Gabor seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Gabor left at 10:15 a.m.

VI. ADJOURN AS TTC AND RECONVENE AS TTD VII. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT (TTD) CONSENT ITEMS

A. Review and Acceptance of the District’s Financial Statement of Operations for

January 2017


B. Adopt Resolutions 2017-004 and 2017-005 Authorizing the District Manager to Execute Claims for California Transportation Development Act Funds for the El Dorado County Portion of Lake Tahoe, Including the City of South Lake Tahoe for Transit Operations for Fiscal Year 2017-2018

C. Adopt Resolution 2017-006 Authorizing the Execution of the 2017-2018 Fiscal Year Allocation of the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program Funds for the Bijou Bus Shelter Project Ms. Novasel motioned to approve the consent calendar, Mr. Kimbrough seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Garner arrived at 10:26 a.m.

VIII. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT (TTD) BUSINESS ITEMS

A. Receive the Linking Tahoe: Lake Tahoe Basin Transit Master Plan and Open a Thirty Day Public Comment Period Mr. Hasty reviewed this item and gave a presentation. The thirty day public comment period was started. Action Requested: For Possible Action

B. Presentation and Discussion on Housing and TTD Efforts as It Relates to the US 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project and Other Areas of the South Shore for Transit Oriented Development Mr. Hasty reviewed this item and gave a presentation. After discussion, the Board concurred with the direction staff is taking regarding this item. Action Requested: For Discussion and Possible Direction

C. Authorize District Manager to Execute Amended Reimbursable Agreement with FHWA Central Federal Lands for the Meeks Bay Bike Path Project Mr. Nygaard reviewed this item. Action Requested: For Possible Action Mr. Treabess made the motion to authorize the District Manager to execute the reimbursable agreement with FHWA Central Federal Lands for the Meeks Bay Bike Path Project. Mr. Sass seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

IX. DISTRICT MANAGER REPORT Mr. Hasty noted an Open House for the US50 project will be held April 24 at the Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel from 5:00 to 7:00 to roll out the environmental document to the public. Mr. Hasty also reported the close-out agreement with Keolis has been concluded.

X. LEGAL COUNSEL REPORT

Mr. Spear reminded the Board he is always available if they have any questions regarding their role as a Board member.


XI. BOARD, COMMISSION MEMBER AND STAFF COMMENTS

Mr. Garner apologized for arriving late, but weather delayed travel on I-80. Ms. Novasel reported El Dorado County is going forward with a traction control ordinance for the unincorporated areas to help relieve visitor congestion in the residential areas. Mr. Sass commended Meea Kang for her presentation at the housing task force meeting. Mr. Sass also asked if there is a position regarding the use of electric bikes on trails. Ms. Beryl responded there is work regarding the speed limit of the bikes and a common policy is being developed, however more work, including education and outreach, needs to be done. Ms. Rosenberg reported their Board approved the remainder of the construction for the SR28 shared use path safety and water enhancement project. Ms. Rosenberg also noted the Department is focusing its attention on safety and a possible road diet for US 50 on the west shore side of the Lake and have tentatively scheduled a public meeting for May 23. Mr. Treabess asked staff to continue to work with Caltrans to revise the plans for the Wye roundabout. Mr. Teshara reported Caltrans will be starting their three-year South Tahoe Y to Trout Creek project next month. Mr. Teshara also noted he, Mr. Strain, Mr. Kimbrough and staff have been working on a revised performance review form for Mr. Hasty’s upcoming performance review. Mr. Teshara added he and Mr. Kimbrough will conduct the review process, if there were no objections from the rest of the Board. Lastly, Mr. Teshara announced he has been elected as second vice-president of the California Association of Councils of Governments.

XII. PUBLIC INTEREST COMMENTS No public interest comments were made.

XIII. ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 12:08 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Judi Allen Executive Assistant Clerk to the Board Tahoe Transportation District

(The above meeting was recorded in its entirety, anyone wishing to listen to the aforementioned tapes, please contact Judi Allen, Clerk to the Board, (775) 589-5502.)

NH/ja AGENDA ITEM: V.A.

MEMORANDUM Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation Commission (TTC) From: TRPA Transportation Staff Subject: Recommend Approval of the Lake Tahoe Transportation Overall Work Program for Fiscal

Year 2017/2018 to the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization Governing Board Action Requested: Staff is requesting the TTC recommend approval of the Lake Tahoe Transportation Overall Work Program (OWP) for Fiscal Year 2017/2018 (Attachment B) to the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) Governing Board. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the TTC recommend approval by the TMPO Governing Board of the FY 2018 OWP. Project Description/Background: Federal regulations (Title 23, Sec. 450.314) require each Metropolitan Planning Organization to prepare an annual program of work in cooperation with the States and operators of publicly owned transit services. The regulations specify the OWP shall discuss transportation planning priorities for the Region and all transportation and transportation-related air quality planning activities anticipated in the area during the fiscal year (July 1, 2017-June 30, 2018). The detailed description of the transportation planning activities in the OWP serves as the direction for the expenditure of various transportation planning funds received by TMPO/Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA). The transportation OWP also forms the basis for inclusion of the transportation planning functions of the agency into the TRPA annual work program and budget. Discussion: TRPA staff prepared the initial draft and started the required 30-day public comment period on March 27, 2017, distributing copies of the draft to the public, state and federal agencies, as well as the TTC. Staff presented the draft 2018 OWP to the TTC Board and the public at the April 14, 2017 Board meeting. The public comment period closed on April 26, 2017 and all comments received have been considered and included as appropriate. The TMPO Governing Board is scheduled to consider approval at the May 24, 2017 meeting. A summary of the FY 2018 OWP briefly describing the individual work elements and showing the overall budget is attached (Attachment A). Contact Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Nick Haven, at [email protected] or 775-589-5256. Attachments:

A. FY 2018 Overall Work Program Executive Summary B. Final Draft TMPO FY 2018 Overall Work Program

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mailto:[email protected]

Lake Tahoe Transportation Planning Overall Work Program - FY 2017/18

May 2017

Summary Introduction

The Overall Work Program (OWP) defines the continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated regional transportation planning process for the Lake Tahoe Basin. It establishes transportation, air quality, and other regional planning objectives and associated funding for Fiscal Year 2017/18. The OWP also serves as a management tool for the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) to budget Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) activities. The OWP encompasses work elements containing tasks and products to be provided during the year, including Federal and State mandated transportation planning requirements and other regional transportation planning activities.

Work Elements

The OWP is organized by functional areas and work elements combining similar activities, and products in one place. Below is a list of the work elements with a brief description of each: Outreach and Administration WE 101 – Overall Work Program Administration

This work element contains the administrative activities to support the Lake Tahoe transportation program, including budgets, work program development and tracking, and professional staff development.

WE 102 – Transportation Development Act

The Transportation Development Act (TDA) is a major source of regional transit operational funding from California. This work element outlines the administration and management of the TDA funding coming into the Lake Tahoe Region.

WE 103 – Public Outreach and Coordination

This work element includes activities to support a transparent, educational, and effective regional transportation planning process as the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization. The element also includes specific public outreach efforts, TMPO/TTC Board support, tribal government consultation, staff professional development, and environmental justice activities.

Regional Intermodal Planning WE 104 – Regional Intermodal Planning

This work element contains a variety of transportation planning activities that include supporting the Regional Transportation Plan, transportation demand management, the corridor planning in partnership with the Tahoe Transportation District, transit planning, and other travel mode activities.

WE 105 – Transportation Data Management and Forecasting This work element includes regional transportation data collection and modeling efforts to support transportation data needs of staff, partners, and the general public. This element also includes the administration and maintenance of the TMPO traffic model and various transportation data sets. These activities are coordinated by the TRPA Research and Analysis Program.

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Tracking and Financial Management

WE 106 – Project Tracking and Financial Management This work element supports the financial management activities related to federal and state funded transportation projects in the Region. This element includes the required administration of transportation funding allocated by the TMPO, and the Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) and Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP).

Regional Coordination

WE 107 –Performance‐Based Planning This work element supports the further development of TMPO’s performance ‐based

planning framework that directly supports the Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy. This element also includes further development of TRPA’s Performance Management System, including the development, tracking, and reporting on TRPA, State, and Federal transportation performance measures, and the development of a federally‐required Congestion Management Process.

TMPO Transportation Program Revenue

Funding Source FY 2018

Federal

CPG CA ‐ FY18 $675,000

CPG CA ‐ Carryover $325,000

CPG NV ‐ FY18 $284,000

CPG NV ‐ Carryover $275,000

Federal Subtotal: $1,559,000

Non‐Federal

TRPA General $35,000

TDA Planning: $100,000

TDA Administration $60,000

Non‐Federal Subtotal: 195,000

GRAND TOTAL: $1,754,000

Contact: Nick Haven, Transportation Planning Manager ‐ 775‐589‐5256 ‐ [email protected]

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TAHOE METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATIONTAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY

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TahoeMetropolitan PlanningOrganization

FINAL -May 2017

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The Lake Tahoe Transportation Overall Work Program for FY 2017/2018 is a comprehensive annual plan of work for the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s Transportation Planning Program and is funded through transportation planning grants administered by the following agencies: California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

California Division Office Nevada Division Office

U.S. DOT Credit/Disclaimer: This report was funded in part through grants from the Federal Highway Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation. The views and opinions of TRPA expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the U.S. Department of Transportation.

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Lake Tahoe Transportation Planning ‐ Fiscal Year 2017/2018

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION Glossary of Acronyms and Abbreviations........................................................................ 3 Lake Tahoe Transportation Planning Overview .............................................................. 4 Setting .............................................................................................................................. 6 Tahoe Basin Transportation Planning Institutional Structure ......................................... 7 TRPA Strategic Plan and the Transportation Program .................................................... 9 Consultation and Public Involvement ........................................................................... 13 FY 17/18 FHWA Planning Factors/ Planning Emphasis Areas ....................................... 13

WORK ELEMENTS Outreach and Administration

WE 101 – Overall Work Program Administration ............................................ 17 WE 102– Transportation Development Act ..................................................... 19 WE 103 – Public Outreach and Coordination ................................................... 21

Regional Intermodal Planning WE 104 – Regional Intermodal Planning .......................................................... 23 WE 105 – Transportation Data Management and Forecasting ........................ 27

Tracking & Financial Management WE 106 – Project Tracking and Financial Management ................................... 30

Regional Coordination WE 107 – Performance‐Based Planning ........................................................... 33

Caltrans Regional Planning Activities for Fiscal Year 2017/2018 .................................. 35

FINANCIAL PROGRAM Table 1 – Programmed Revenues ..................................................................... 36 Table 2 – Staffing Costs .................................................................................... 37 Table 3 – Staff Costs and Revenues .................................................................. 37 Table 4 – Direct Costs and Revenues ............................................................... 37 Table 5 – Staff and Direct Costs by Work Element ........................................... 38 Table 6 – Staff and Direct Costs by Revenue Source ........................................ 38 Table 7 – Toll Credit Summary ......................................................................... 38

ADOPTING RESOLUTION & CERTIFICATIONS TMPO Adopting Resolution .............................................................................. 40 FY 17/18 FHWA Transportation Planning Process Certification ....................... 41 USDOT Debarment and Suspension Certification for FY 17/18 ....................... 43 FY 17 Certification and Assurances for FTA Programs ..................................... 44

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GLOSSARY OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

Caltrans California Department of Transportation CARB California Air Resources Board CFPG California Federal Programming Group CMAQ Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality CMP Congestion Management Process CSLT City of South Lake Tahoe DBE Disadvantaged Business Enterprise EDCTC El Dorado County Transportation Commission EIP Environmental Improvement Agency EPA Environmental Protection Agency FAST Act Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (2016 Federal Transportation bill) FHWA Federal Highway Administration FTA Federal Transit Administration FTIP Federal Transportation Improvement Program GHG Greenhouse Gas HPMS Highway Performance Monitoring System ITS Intelligent Transportation Systems LTF Local Transportation Funds MAP‐21 Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (2012 Federal Transportation bill) MPO Metropolitan Planning Organization NDOT Nevada Department of Transportation OWP Overall Work Program PEA Planning Emphasis Areas PPP Public Participation Plan RIP Regional Improvement Program RSTP Regional Surface Transportation Program RTC Regional Transportation Commission RTIP Regional Transportation Improvement Program RTP Regional Transportation Plan RTPA Regional Transportation Planning Agency SB 375 California State Senate Bill 375 SB 575 California State Senate Bill 575 SCS Sustainable Communities Strategy SSTAC Social Services Transportation Advisory Council SS/TMA South Shore Transportation Management Association STA State Transit Assistance STIP Statewide Transportation Improvement Program TART Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit TDA California Transportation Development Act TDM Transportation Demand Management TMPO Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization TNT/TMA Truckee North Tahoe Transportation Management Association TRPA Tahoe Regional Planning Agency TTC Tahoe Transportation Commission TTD Tahoe Transportation District UPWP Unified Planning Work Program (also referred to as OWP) USFS‐LTBMU United States Forest Service, Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

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INTRODUCTION The Overall Work Program (OWP), also referred to as a Unified Planning Work Program, defines the continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated regional transportation planning process for the Lake Tahoe Basin. It establishes transportation, air quality, and other regional planning objectives for Fiscal Year 2017/2018 covering the period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018 (FY 17/18), and a corresponding budget to complete the work. The OWP is a strategic management tool for the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) serving as the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) for the Lake Tahoe Region organized by work elements that identify activities and products to be accomplished during the year. These activities include core metropolitan planning functions, mandated metropolitan planning requirements and other regional transportation planning activities. The OWP presents an annual outline of the TRPA’s transportation planning resources and includes a budget containing a variety of funding sources that are available to the TRPA for FY 17/18. All activities contained in this OWP are carried out by TRPA’s Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) function and will be referred to as TRPA throughout the document. The MPO Policy Board, referred to as the TMPO, convenes as a separate entity that is made up of the TRPA Governing Board with the addition of a United States Forest Service voting representative. The TMPO is convened as necessary to act on all MPO related actions.

LAKE TAHOE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING OVERVIEW TRPA holds three integrated regional transportation planning authorities: 1) Tahoe Regional Planning Compact (PL 96‐551) planning requirements, 2) Regional Transportation Planning Agency for the California portion of the Lake Tahoe basin, and 3) the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Tahoe Region. The 1980 Tahoe Regional Planning Compact includes the following transportation related provisions:

“…there be established a Tahoe Regional Planning Agency with the powers conferred by this compact including the power to establish environmental threshold carrying capacities and to adopt and enforce a regional plan and implementing ordinances which will achieve and maintain such capacities while providing opportunities for orderly growth and development consistent with such capacities.”

The TRPA Regional Plan shall be a single enforceable plan with the following related elements: A Goals and Policy Plan A Transportation Plan for the integrated development of a regional system of

transportation, including but not limited to parkways, highways, transportation facilities, transit routes, waterways, navigation facilities, public transportation facilities, bicycle facilities and appurtenant terminals and facilities for the movement of people and goods, within the region.

The goal of transportation planning shall be: o To reduce dependency on the automobile by making more effective use of

existing transportation modes and of public transit to move people and goods within the region; and

o To reduce, to the extent feasible, air pollution caused by motor vehicles.

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Where increases in capacity are required, the agency shall give preference to providing such capacity through public transportation and public programs and projects related to transportation.

The plan shall provide for an appropriate transit system for the region. The plan shall give consideration to:

o Completion of the Loop Road in the states of Nevada and California o Utilization of a light rail mass transit system in the South Shore area o Utilization of a transit terminal in the Kingsbury Grade area

TRPA establishes transportation and land use policy direction by virtue of the Code of Ordinances, Goals and Policies, Plan Area Statements, and Local Area Plans. Additionally, TRPA administers the Environmental Improvement Program (EIP), a regional investment program focused on the restoration and protection of Lake Tahoe. The EIP is a programmatic approach to implementing transportation improvements, in addition to other resource area investments. The Transportation and Air Quality subprogram of the EIP is the largest category of identified investments in the EIP, and is coordinated with federal funding allocations and programming activities of TRPA. In addition to the responsibilities under the Tahoe Regional Planning Compact, TRPA is recognized as the Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) in California. As the RTPA, TRPA is charged with developing a Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), a Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) to account for California state transportation funding programs. The Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) authority was established in 1999 by the Governors of California and Nevada by designating the Lake Tahoe MPO under authority provided in federal regulations. TRPA’s MPO role is primarily a transportation planning and financial programming role. The three primary products required of an MPO by federal rule are a Regional Transportation Plan, Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP), and an OWP. The MPO Governing Board is comprised of the TRPA Governing Board, with the addition of a voting representative of the United States Forest Service, Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (USFS‐LTBMU). The integration of the three authorities listed above is supported by the various activities and programs carried out by TRPA’s Transportation Planning Program. The ability to integrate land use and transportation planning at a regional level, while considering impacts on implementation efforts, is a prime focus of this program and supports federal and state planning guidance. An important regional connection between implementation and policy development, lies with the partnership with the Tahoe Transportation District (TTD). The TTD, established in Article IX of the Tahoe Regional Planning Compact, is charged with operating public transit and delivering regional transportation projects. TTD operates the South Lake Tahoe public transit system and adds project implementation capacity through its authority to own and operate public transit and transportation infrastructure. TRPA and TTD partner to complete corridor planning that is designed to identify and accelerate the implementation of key transportation improvements called for in the RTP. Lake Tahoe’s unique setting and environmental stature necessitates developing transportation plans and projects that are evaluated in conjunction with TRPA’s environmental standards called “environmental threshold carrying capacities” (under the following nine categories: water quality, air quality, noise, scenic quality, soil preservation and stream environment zones, wildlife, fisheries, vegetation conservation, and recreation) and transportation goals.

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SETTING The Tahoe Region is located on the border of the states of California and Nevada, between the Sierra Crest and the Carson Range. Approximately two‐thirds of the Region is located in California, with one‐third within the state of Nevada. The Tahoe Region contains an area of about 501 square miles, of which approximately 191 square miles comprise the surface waters of Lake Tahoe and includes a 37 square mile urban boundary containing the commercial and residential activity. Lake Tahoe dominates the features of the Region and is the primary focus of local and regional environmental regulations to protect its exceptional water clarity. Over 80% of the land area in the Lake Tahoe Basin is publicly owned and represents a major recreation attraction. Located within the California portion of the Tahoe Region is the incorporated City of South Lake Tahoe and portions of El Dorado County and Placer County. This part of the Region is within the fourth Congressional District of California. Based on the 2010 Census, the resident population of the Tahoe Region was 54,862. This is a significant decline from the 62,894 population estimated by the 2000 Census. Of the 54,862 population figure, 41,176 people reside within the California portion, while the Nevada side of the Tahoe Region, portions of Washoe County, Douglas County, and the rural area of Carson City make up the remaining 13,686 in population. The Nevada portion of the Region is within Nevada’s second Congressional district.

Lake Tahoe and the surrounding areas provide a major recreational opportunity for residents of the surrounding metropolitan areas. The primary market for recreation at Lake Tahoe is from northern California, primarily the Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Area. Residents from Reno/Sparks and Carson Valley are also frequent day visitors to the area. Additional domestic and international visitors arrive via Reno Tahoe International and Sacramento International Airports. Visitors account for nearly 10 million cars annually. Serving the resident and visitor populations are public and private fixed route transit, shuttles, trolleys, specialized transit services, as well as air transportation via the South Lake

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Tahoe Airport. The Federal and State highway network around the Lake are community main streets. There are seven access points to the Basin from outside the region. A variety of state route segments encircle the lake. Portions of the Region are served by bicycle facilities and waterborne excursion services. Public transit is provided on the north shore by Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit (TART), operated by the County of Placer. Transit service on the south shore is provided by the TTD and has incorporated a variety of public and private services, including fixed route and demand response transit, as well as neighborhood and ski shuttle services. Airport shuttle operations, including the North Lake Tahoe Express and the South Tahoe Express, provide shuttle service to the Reno/Tahoe Airport. Both the North and South shores are additionally served by special visitor targeted services including trolleys, ski and rafting shuttle services, special event shuttles and others funded by a combination of public and private funds.

TAHOE BASIN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING INSTITUTIONAL STRUCTURE As noted previously, the Lake Tahoe Region holds various federal, state and local transportation planning authorities. The Region’s planning complexity requires the utmost coordination and collaboration among transportation and land use planning partners. The following section provides a brief description of the regional entities that have a role in the transportation policy or technical decision‐making process.

The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) was created by the Tahoe Regional Planning Compact (updated in 1980 through P.L. 96‐551) and is governed by a fourteen‐member Governing Board, with a non‐voting federal representative as the fifteenth member. Each state has seven representatives, with each local jurisdiction within the Region also represented. TRPA is unique because of its regional bi‐state responsibilities under the Compact for land use planning, transportation planning, project review and approval, enforcement of regional land‐use and environmental ordinances, and the achievement of environmental goals. The TRPA Governing Board has established an Environmental Improvement Program Committee that provides feedback on various transportation planning and funding allocation proposals.

TRPA, as the Metropolitan Planning Organization, is responsible for taking the required actions under federal regulations regarding metropolitan planning. The MPO metropolitan planning area is concurrent with that of the TRPA. The MPO Board of Directors is comprised of the fourteen voting members of the TRPA Governing Board, and a voting representative of the United States Forest Service, USFS‐LTBMU. The MPO voted to provide that the Chair and Vice‐Chair of the TRPA serve as Chair and Vice‐Chair of the MPO, unless the MPO votes otherwise. The MPO meeting is conducted along with the TRPA meetings, and coordinated meeting notices and agendas are mailed at the same time. According to the agenda, the TRPA Board adjourns in order for the MPO Board to convene after being joined by the USFS. Once MPO actions are taken, the MPO Board adjourns and the TRPA Board reconvenes without the USFS.

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It is important to note that these two policy bodies, although they include many of the same individuals, have diverse missions and responsibilities. The TRPA’s overriding obligation is adherence to the Compact, including attaining and maintaining environmental thresholds. The MPO’s mission, on the other hand, is to provide policy decisions on transportation plans and programs. As described above, integration of the land use and transportation planning process is in place to support the TRPA mission and policies through the MPO and Regional Transportation Planning Agency authorities and planning requirements.

TRPA is statutorily designated by the State of California as a Regional Transportation Planning Agency for the Tahoe Region. As an RTPA, TRPA must fulfill various statutory requirements, including those of the Transportation Development Act, coordination with California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) on the development of Regional Transportation Plans and Regional Transportation Improvement Programs and other project related activities. The TRPA Governing Board indicates that it is sitting as the RTPA when taking a policy action, but no changes to the membership of the Governing Board occur.

Article IX of the Tahoe Regional Planning Compact created the Tahoe Transportation District. The TTD is responsible for the implementation of transportation plans, programs and projects. The TTD may acquire, own and operate public transportation systems and parking facilities, and other transportation infrastructure serving the Tahoe Region and provide access to convenient transportation terminals outside of the Region. The TTD also has the ability to generate revenue to support transit and transportation facilities. Board membership includes representation from the Basin’s two Transportation Management Associations, an at‐large member representing transit providers, and a representative for any special transit districts formed under California law. Caltrans and the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) each have a non‐voting member on the Board of Directors. The TTD is an important partner for implementing the RTP and increasing project implementation capacity region‐wide. TAHOE TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION The Tahoe Transportation Commission (TTC) is a designated advisory body in the metropolitan planning process responsible with providing the MPO and TRPA transportation planning and policy recommendations. The TTC was formalized through TRPA and TMPO resolutions passed in 2007. The TTC is charged with providing the MPO with technical input and recommendations on transportation plans and programs, offering proactive public participation through its meeting noticing requirements, and providing the MPO Board time necessary to address the full range of complex and interrelated transportation issues facing the Lake Tahoe Basin. The TTC provides policy guidance to the TRPA and is where additional debate can take place prior to final actions being taken. The TTC is comprised of the voting membership of the TTD, with the addition of representatives from the Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada, USFS‐LTBMU and the TRPA Advisory Planning Commission (APC).

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TRPA ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION The APC was established under the Compact to support the TRPA Governing Board. It is a 20‐member body consisting of federal, state, and local representatives, designed to provide technical review of projects and regional planning proposals prior to review and action by the TRPA Governing Board. The APC provides a venue for technical evaluation and stakeholder working group review of transportation planning activities, including transportation performance measures.

TRPA STRATEGIC PLAN AND THE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM

The Transportation Planning Program plays an integral role in implementing the TRPA Strategic Plan. The TRPA Strategic Plan encompasses the intent of the federal cooperative, continuing, and comprehensive transportation planning approach required of MPOs. Building partnerships that result in projects that support the human and natural environment is a fundamental vision of the Strategic Plan.

TRPA “Strategic Goals” include: 1) Accelerate Threshold Attainment

Focus on Regional issues and develop new funding opportunities to continue the Environmental Improvement Program.

2) Propel the Development and Use of Best Information, Data and Science Continue strong relations with the science community and improve measurement and reporting for accountability.

3) Establish TRPA as a Leader in Environmental & Sustainability Programs Seek best practices and form new strategic alliances.

4) Operate as a High‐Performance Organization Create an enduring organizational culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

TRPA Strategic Plan Work Elements

Strategic Priorities 101 102 103 104 105 106 107

1) Accelerate Threshold Attainment ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊

2) Propel the Development and Use of Best Information, Data and Science

◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊

3) Establish TRPA as a Leader in Environmental & Sustainability Programs

◊ ◊

4) Operate as a High‐Performance Organization ◊ ◊ ◊

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TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

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TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY GOVERNING BOARD

Representing: Nevada Department of Conservation & Natural Resources ............. James Lawrence, Chair California Senate Rules Committee Appointee ................................. William Yeates, Vice Chair Governor of California Appointee ..................................................... Casey Beyer Douglas County Commissioner .......................................................... Nancy McDermid El Dorado County Supervisor ............................................................. Sue Novasel Carson City Representative ............................................................... Shelly Aldean, Chair Nevada Secretary of State ................................................................. Barbara Cegavske Placer County Board of Supervisors .................................................. Larry Sevison City of South Lake Tahoe Council Member ....................................... Austin Sass Governor of Nevada Appointee ........................................................ Mark Bruce Washoe County Commissioner ......................................................... Marsha Berkbigler Governor of California Appointee ..................................................... E. Clement Shute, Jr. Nevada At‐Large Member ................................................................. Timothy Cashman California Assembly Speaker Appointee ........................................... Belinda Faustinos President of the United States Appointee ........................................ Timothy Carlson TRPA Executive Director .................................................................... Joanne S. Marchetta

LAKE TAHOE

METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION GOVERNING BOARD

Representing: Nevada Department of Conservation & Natural Resources ............. James Lawrence, Chair California Senate Rules Committee Appointee ................................. William Yeates, Vice Chair Governor of California Appointee ..................................................... Casey Beyer Douglas County Commissioner .......................................................... Nancy McDermid El Dorado County Supervisor ............................................................. Sue Novasel Carson City Representative ............................................................... Shelly Aldean Nevada Secretary of State ................................................................. Barbara Cegavske Placer County Board of Supervisors .................................................. Larry Sevison City of South Lake Tahoe Council Member ....................................... Austin Sass Governor of Nevada Appointee ........................................................ Mark Bruce Washoe County Commissioner ......................................................... Marsha Berkbigler Governor of California Appointee ..................................................... E. Clement Shute, Jr. Nevada At‐Large Member ................................................................. Timothy Cashman California Assembly Speaker Appointee ........................................... Belinda Faustinos President of the United States Appointee ........................................ Timothy Carlson USFS Forest Supervisor ...................................................................... Jeff Marsolais TRPA Executive Director .................................................................... Joanne S. Marchetta Long Range and Transportation Planning Manager .......................... Nick Haven

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TAHOE REGIONAL PLANNING AGENCY ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION

Representing: Tahoe Transportation District ........................................................... Steve Teshara, Chair Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control Board .............................. Robert Larsen, Vice Chair Nevada Division of State Lands ......................................................... Charlie Donohue El Dorado County Planning ................................................................ Roger Trout El Dorado County Lay Member ......................................................... Jason Drew City of South Lake Tahoe Planning .................................................... John Hitchcock City of South Lake Tahoe Lay Member .............................................. Scott Weavil Placer County Planning ...................................................................... Paul Thompson Placer County Lay Member ............................................................... Zach Hymanson Washoe County Planning .................................................................. Eva Krause Washoe County Lay Member ............................................................ Kristina Hill Douglas County Planning ................................................................... Vacant Douglas County Lay Member ............................................................ Garth Alling Carson City Planning .......................................................................... Lee Plemel Carson City Lay Member ................................................................... Paul Esswein U.S. Forest Service ............................................................................. Teresa McClung Nevada Division of Environmental Protection .................................. Jennifer Carr Tahoe Basin Fire Chief’s Representative ........................................... Eric Guevin Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada ............................................ Chairman Mortimer Natural Resources Conservation Service ........................................... Vacant ARB Office of the Ombudsman ......................................................... Vacant

TAHOE TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Representing: South Shore TMA ............................................................................... Steve Teshara, Chair Douglas County .................................................................................. Nancy McDermid, Vice Chair City of South Lake Tahoe ................................................................... Austin Sass Placer County..................................................................................... Will Garner Washoe County ................................................................................. Marsha Berkbigler Truckee ‐ North Tahoe TMA .............................................................. Ron Treabess El Dorado County ............................................................................... Sue Novasel Carson City ......................................................................................... Mark Kimbrough Member At‐large ............................................................................... Andrew Strain USFS Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ........................................ Michael Gabor Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California ............................................ Darrell Kizer TRPA Advisory Planning Commission ................................................ Vacant California Department of Transportation (non‐voting) ..................... Sukhvinder (Sue) Takhar Nevada Department of Transportation (non‐voting) ........................ Sondra Rosenberg Long Range and Transportation Planning Manager .......................... Nick Haven

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CONSULTATION AND PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT An important component of the MPO transportation planning process is consultation and public participation in the development of plans, programs and policy. The regional transportation planning program establishes an important forum for discussing and resolving regional transportation issues. Some examples of executing the continuing, coordinated, and cooperative planning process include board meetings, public workshops, technical committees, issue specific meetings, public hearings, and formal public document review periods. TRPA has developed specific policies and procedures for consulting partners and engaging public participation through the recently updated Public Participation Plan (PPP) (link). The PPP emphasizes efforts to coordinate with underserved and underrepresented groups and the utilization of both new technology and conventional in‐person communication to maximize public participation and engagement. Additional information regarding TRPA’s effort to provide a transparent non‐discriminatory operation is documented by the TRPA Title VI Program.

NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBAL GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATION The Lake Tahoe Region is home to one Tribal Government, the Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada. TRPA conducts government‐to–government communication with the Washoe Tribe to consider tribal needs in the planning and programming process. The Washoe Tribe is a voting member of the Tahoe Transportation Commission, the advisory body to the TMPO Governing Board.

PLANNING EMPHASIS AREAS/FAST ACT PLANNING FACTORS

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), in consultation with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), develops annual Planning Emphasis Areas (PEAs) to promote policy, procedural, and technical topics that are to be considered by metropolitan planning organizations in preparation of their annual work plans. The PEAs address a mix of planning issues and priority topics identified as requiring additional focus by MPOs. Map‐21 & FAST Act Implementation Transition to Performance Based Planning and Programming TRPA is refining its performance‐based planning program and is coordinating regional performance measures and targets, data collection, and relating transportation investments to outcomes (Work Elements 105, 106, and 107). TRPA continues to work with Caltrans and NDOT to collect and report on new performance measures required by FHWA. Regional Models of Cooperation Ensure a regional approach to transportation planning by promoting cooperation and coordination across transit agency, MPO, and state boundaries TRPA facilitates a cooperative transportation planning process that collaborates beyond the traditional planning area boundary and includes two states, eleven counties, and multiple transit operators. TRPA and partners are supporting the further development of the Tran‐Sierra Transportation Coalition. The coordination is aimed at convening multiple Regional Transportation Planning Agencies, MPOs, counties, and transit operators in the Northern California‐Sierra Megaregion to identify interregional transit connections, freight needs, tourism travel patterns, and other interregional issues. (Work Element 104) Ladders of Opportunity Access to Essential Services The identification of gaps in the transportation system that are barriers to accessing key transportation services is a priority for TRPA. Through multi‐modal corridor planning

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throughout the region, TRPA is identifying necessary solutions to connect transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and roadway travel options. The Lake Tahoe Regional Safety Plan will analyze safety and access needs. The recently updated Active Transportation Plan focused on establishing safe routes to schools and mobility options for disadvantaged communities. (Work Element 104)

CALIFORNIA PLANNING EMPHASIS AREAS

The FHWA California Division and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Region IX have established specific areas of emphasis for California’s transportation planning and air quality program for the current program year.

Core Planning Functions TRPA ensures MPO core planning functions are identified in the OWP and include a clear description of the activities, products, and schedules that support the federal transportation planning process as identified in 23 CFR 450. MPO Core Functions include:

Overall Work Program (Work Element 101)

Public Participation and Education (Work Element 103)

Regional Transportation Plan (Work Element 104)

Federal Transportation Improvement Program (Work Element 106)

Congestion Management Process (Work Element 107)

Annual Listing of Projects (Work Element 106) Performance Management Since the passage of MAP‐21 in 2012 TRPA has been developing performance measures for the regional transportation planning process. This performance‐based planning approach informs the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) to implement regional, state, and federal goals and is supported by activities and programs identified in this OWP (Work Element 105 and 107).

State of Good Repair TRPA and regional transit operators conduct periodic assessments of capital investments needed to maintain a State of Good Repair for the region’s public transit rolling stock and facilities. TRPA will incorporate Transit Asset Management Plan(s) (TAMs) in to the RTP (Work Element 104) and FTIP (Work Element 106).

In addition to PEAs, the FAST Act expanded the scope of factors to consider in the transportation planning process. The matrix below illustrates how both PEAs and FAST Act planning factors (23 USC Section 134(h)) are addressed across work elements in the OWP.

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Fiscal Year 17/18 FHWA Planning Factors/Planning Emphasis Areas

Work Elements

101 102 103 104 105 106 107

PEA

s

MAP‐21 & FAST Act Implementation X X X Models of Regional Planning Cooperation X X X X X Ladders of Opportunity X X

CA PEA

s Core Planning Functions X X X X X X Performance Management X X State of Good Repair X X

FA

ST Act Planning Considerations

Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global competitiveness, productivity, and efficiency

X X

Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and non‐motorized users.

X X

Increase the security of the transportation system for motorized and non‐motorized users.

X X

Increase the accessibility and mobility of people and for freight.

X X X

Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, improve the quality of life, and promote consistency between transportation improvements and State and local planned growth and economic development patterns.

X X X

Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between modes, people and freight.

X X X

Promote efficient system management and operation. X X X X Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system.

X

Improve transportation system resiliency and reliabilityand reduce or mitigate the stormwater impacts of surface transportation

X X X

Enhance travel and tourism coordination X X X

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FY 17/18 WORK ELEMENTS

Outreach and Administration WE 101 – Program Administration

WE 102 – Transportation Development Act

WE 103 – Public Outreach and Coordination

Regional Intermodal Planning WE 104 – Regional Intermodal Planning

WE 105 – Transportation Data Management and Forecasting Tracking & Financial Management

WE 106 – Project Tracking and Financial Management

Regional Partnerships WE 107 –Performance‐Based Planning

*NOTE: All activities and products identified in the following Work Elements are part of the regional transportation planning process and are assumed to be eligible expenses for the budgeted funding sources.

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WORK ELEMENT 101: OVERALL WORK PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION PURPOSE To support tasks necessary for the overall administration of the regional transportation planning program; to support the MPO core planning function to provide on‐going management of the OWP/UPWP; to coordinate and prepare for federal planning certification review process as a Transportation Management Area; to support staff career development through professional trainings and seminars related to transportation planning. DISCUSSION The TRPA regional transportation planning program is administered through a Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), also known as an Overall Work Program (OWP). The OWP must include all anticipated transportation planning activities proposed with federal and state planning funds. As a priority MPO core planning function, TRPA staff develops the OWP in a transparent public process and is ultimately adopted by the MPO Governing Board. In the most recent federal transportation authorization bill, Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act), the Lake Tahoe Region was recognized as a Transportation Management Area (TMA) with a total population of 210,000. As a TMA there are additional requirements that address congestion management, additional planning and programming considerations, and FHWA Planning Certification reviews every four years. The activities included in this work element involve administrative efforts to support the MPO program. Specific TMA planning activities are called out in subsequent Work Elements. TRPA invests in the professional development of its workforce to aid in creating a high‐performance organization. PREVIOUS WORK FY 16/17 OWP administration and financial reporting TRPA staff attended transportation planning professional development trainings

PRODUCTS COMPLETION DATE

P‐1 Closeout FY 16/17 OWP July 2017

P‐2 Final FY 17/18 OWP and OWPA July 2017

P‐3 FY 17/18 OWP Amendments October 2017 & January, April, June 2018

P‐4 Draft FY 18/19 OWP March 2018

TASKS

T‐1 Overall Work Program/Budget Administer FY 17/18 OWP document and related amendments Coordinate quarterly and end of year reporting Provide grant management and oversight of transportation planning grants Budget and agreement administration Host annual meeting to review proposed FY 18/19 OWP initiatives FY 18/19 OWP development

T‐2 Staff Development in Regional Transportation Planning Support internal cross training to promote diverse staffing capabilities in regional transportation

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Work Element 101: Program Administration (cont.)

Attend trainings, both in‐house and outside courses and seminars, that directly relate to transportation planning

Work Element 101 Budget:

REVENUES EXPENDITURES

Direct Costs: Direct Costs:

TRPA General $20,000 Travel/Training $20,000

Subtotal: $20,000 Subtotal: $20,000

TMPO Staff: TMPO Staff:

CPG CA ‐ FY18 $34,000

‐Toll Credits (CA‐CPG) $3,900


‐Toll Credits (CA‐Carry) $6,289

CPG NV ‐ Carryover 52,250.00


RSTP Wages/Benefits: $81,589

RSTP ‐ Est. Indirect Cost: $62,244


Total: $163,833 Total: $163,833

**Toll Credits are displayed for tracking purposes and are not a form of cash or revenue.

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WORK ELEMENT 102: TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT PURPOSE To administer requirements of the California Transportation Development Act (TDA); to process the Local Transportation Funds (LTF) and State Transit Assistance (STA) funds for allocation to local entities; to prepare the annual Unmet Transit Needs Assessment; to monitor the completion of necessary operational and financial audits; to work with local jurisdictions and transit operators to be sure that appropriate transit improvement recommendations are implemented. DISCUSSION LTF and STA funds are eligible for funding transportation projects in the Tahoe Region. TRPA, serving as the Regional Transportation Planning Agency, is responsible for processing and monitoring the distribution and use of these funds. This administrative role allows TRPA to ensure that LTF funds are used in accordance with the TDA. One of the annual tasks included in this work element is the “Unmet Transit Needs” finding process, which is required under PUC Section 99401.5. TRPA’s unmet transit needs process is accomplished through the Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (SSTAC), in accordance with TDA requirements, with additional assistance from the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC), Truckee ‐ North Tahoe Transportation Management Association (TNT‐TMA), and Placer County Transportation Planning Agency (PCTPA). The unmet needs process is also coordinated with transit operators and short‐range transit plan development. All TDA funds are used for public transit, therefore TRPA conducts unmet needs hearings as transit forums that provide for the identification of needs and direct operational feedback to transit operators. SSTAC, in partnership with the RCC, reviews the information annually at a public hearing. PREVIOUS WORK Completed Triennial Performance Audits of transit operators receiving TDA funds Provided LTF and STA Estimates Processed TDA Claims Held Unmet Transit Needs Forum


P‐1 Submit TDA Schedule of Performance Audits September 2017

P‐2 Submit Annual Report of Financial Transactions September 2017

P‐3 Complete claimant and TRPA Financial Audits December 2017

P‐4 Conduct and document Unmet Transit Needs/Transit Forums October 2017

P‐5 Release LTF and STA Preliminary Findings of Apportionment February 2018

P‐6 Prepare and produce FY 17 Unmet Transit Needs Assessment March 2018

P‐7 Release Final LTF Apportionments May 2018

P‐8 LTF and STA allocation instructions to County Auditors June 2018

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Work Element 102: Transportation Development Act (cont.)




TDA Planning $6,500 TDA Financial Audit $6,500




Wages/Benefits: $9,308

‐ Est. Indirect Cost: $7,101


Total: $22,908 Total: $22,908

TASKS

T‐1 TDA Administration Process TDA Claims: notify claimants of funds available for apportionment; process claims

for TRPA approval; submit allocation instructions to Auditor‐Controllers Monitor quarterly reports from Auditor‐Controllers Audit Coordination: Provide assistance to auditors for TRPA fiscal audits; monitor

completion and submittal of claimant audits Review statutes, rules and regulations, and pending legislation pertinent to transit and

transit funding Work with consultant to provide any necessary assistance in the completion of the

operators’ Triennial Performance Audits. T‐2 Social Services Transportation Advisory Council

Preparation and coordination for holding unmet transit needs/transit forum hearings Coordinate with and attend Regional Coordinating Council meetings Conduct meetings of the SSTAC in conjunction with RCC meetings

T‐3 Unmet Transit Needs Review and analyze Unmet Transit Needs, make a determination to the SSTAC regarding

unmet transit needs and those that are reasonable to meet, discuss, review and accept the Transit Needs Assessment

Conduct and document unmet transit needs hearings and outreach efforts with traditionally underrepresented and underserved populations and their community leaders (i.e., elderly, disabled, low income, and minorities: Black, Hispanic, Asian American, American Indian/Alaskan Native, and Pacific Islander)

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WORK ELEMENT 103: PUBLIC OUTREACH AND COORDINATION PURPOSE To support policy boards and attend various local, regional, state, and federal meetings; to coordinate and involve community members, visitors, organizations, and individuals, including the Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada in the regional transportation planning process; to utilize electronic and innovative outreach to maximize the reach to the public; to continue to support the Tahoe Talks community engagement series. DISCUSSION As part of the regional transportation planning process, staff supports the TRPA/MPO Governing Board and Tahoe Transportation Commission through the development of agendas, staff reports and other board requests. TRPA’s regional transportation planning and programming process fosters coordination, consultation, and cooperation and includes participation in various local, regional, state, and federal meetings and committees. TRPA has established a transparent inclusive regional transportation planning forum that invites and solicits public input on proposals. Existing policies and procedures are in place to ensure a non‐discriminatory transparent public process, and are documented in TRPA’s Title VI program. TRPA engages with the Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada through coordination meetings that ensure the Washoe Tribe is involved and aware of transportation policies and projects under consideration in the region. This consultation with the Washoe Tribe is considered a formal government to government consultation, and is above and beyond any general public outreach. As a member of the TTC, the Washoe Tribe is formally included in the regional planning framework and has additional opportunity to provide input on various transportation and associated environmental considerations affecting Tribal interests. The Tahoe Talks speaker series provides public education and interactive venues for citizen engagement around contemporary transportation concepts. TRPA continues to improve access to information by making documents and data readily available to the public in both electronic and print versions, including key documents translated to Spanish. The recently updated TRPA transportation website is maintained to provide the latest information. PREVIOUS WORK Maintained on‐going communication with the public through press releases, updates to the

web site, and social media on transportation planning activities and concepts Continued the successful “Tahoe Talks” Speaker Series as a forum for public education/

engagement on relevant transportation topics.


P‐1 Tahoe Talks speaker series Bi‐Monthly P‐2 TRPA website and social media updates to promote new programs Monthly

TASKS

T‐1 TRPA Board Support and Regional Coordination Development of agendas, staff reports, technical analysis, and related materials for public and board

distribution Preparation for and participation in local, regional, state, and federal committees, ad hoc meetings,

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Work Element 103: Public Outreach and Coordination (cont.)

T‐2 Tribal Government Coordination, Consultation, and Collaboration Confer with Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada regarding transportation plans and programs via

meetings, TTC agendas, direct correspondence, and response to issues raised by the Tribal government Foster a government‐to‐government partnership approach with the Washoe Tribal government

T‐3 Public Participation and Involvement Administer the Public Participation Plan (PPP), including documented public involvement procedures Release public notices and other public information to media outlets as appropriate Produce maps, brochures, displays, and other visualization tools supporting transportation proposals Participate in and hold public meetings and workshops for various transportation planning concepts

and issues Participate in appropriate regional events to support and promote regional transportation goals and

current transportation planning initiatives TRPA transportation program web maintenance and content updates Support Tahoe Talks speaker series

T‐4 Environmental Justice Preparation for and participation in meetings designed to inform and solicit feedback from minority and

low income populations regarding the transportation planning process and to assess impacts on those communities

T‐5 Civil Rights Title VI, DBE, ADA program management, compliance, monitoring, and reporting




TRPA General $15,000 Noticing/Advertising/Meetings $5,000

Subscriptions/Dues $10,000

*Not funded by CPG funds



CPG CA ‐ FY18 $41,000







Est. Indirect Cost: $64,701


Total: $164,511 Total: $164,511


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WORK ELEMENT 104: REGIONAL INTERMODAL PLANNING PURPOSE To carry out and support the integration of federal, state, and local transportation planning processes; to complete activities and products to satisfy core planning functions, federal metropolitan planning requirements (FAST Act), and California and Nevada requirements; to support transportation policy development and analysis; to consider all modes of transportation in implementing regional transportation goals; to support the incorporation of the transit asset management plan in to RTP/SCS and FTIP; to support corridor‐level transportation planning; to develop innovative transportation demand management programs; to develop partnerships inside and outside of the Region to further transportation goals. DISCUSSION TRPA, in its role as the Metropolitan Planning Organization, supports the established continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated transportation planning process to lay the groundwork for a multi‐modal transportation system that can adapt to the continually evolving goals and needs of the Lake Tahoe Region and its diverse communities. Transportation staff will develop planning studies in‐house, contract for planning services by consultants, conduct public hearings, hold meetings on specific issues with affected public agencies, the general public, and interest groups through various outreach efforts, including community workshops. The TRPA has committed to an adaptive policy management framework that will provide for coordinated updates of the Regional Land Use Plan (TRPA Regional Plan) and Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS) every four years, or as otherwise necessary. The Tahoe Region is maximizing the effectiveness of having integrated land use and transportation plans, as supported by federal and state planning guidance. TRPA has partnered with TTD to support corridor level transportation planning. Corridor planning will provide a foundation for a series of targeted corridor management plans for the Region. Corridor plans focus on providing baseline transportation data and developing potential strategies that support regional transportation goals. This will allow for a comprehensive and tailored approach to transit, bicycle, pedestrian, and roadway management by individual corridor. This also includes integrating transportation policies and strategies with Area Plans developed by local governments. TRPA also maintains various modal specific plans including; the Active Transportation Plan (formerly the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan), Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Plan, and Regional Long Range Transit Plan (In coordination with TTD). TRPA will also lead the development of the Lake Tahoe Regional Safety Plan that will identify safety hotspots and improve safety data collection and availability. TRPA also coordinates with other local or state led safety, goods movement, aviation, and system management planning efforts. As a recognition of the impact of the visitor market to Lake Tahoe’s transportation system, TRPA will continue to participate in the Trans‐Sierra Transportation Coalition and other Northern California – Sierra Megaregion planning efforts. The shared interests of surrounding transportation agencies, including Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG), the Washoe County Regional Transportation Commission (Washoe RTC), county and local governments supports a partnership approach to identifying inter‐regional transportation solutions.

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Work Element 104: Regional Intermodal Planning (cont.) PREVIOUS WORK Adoption of 2017 RTP/SCS Coordinated local Area Plans consistency with 2017 RTP/SCS Convened the Bikeway Partnership to coordinate project prioritization, tracking, and

programming


P‐1 Draft Lake Tahoe Regional Safety Plan March 2018

P‐2 Documented Lake Tahoe TDM Program June 2018

P‐3 Regional Long Range Transit Plan (TTD) August 2017

P‐4 Transit Asset Management Plan(s) (TTD & TART) April 2018

TASKS

T‐1 Regional Transportation Plan (Core Planning Function) Administration of 2017 RTP/SCS, including coordinating with state, local, and

federal partners to explore funding opportunities to implement the plan Participate in public and interagency meetings as a transportation technical

resource Continue public outreach on 2017 RTP/SCS concepts to promote vibrant

communities, and improve public health Process amendments to 2017 RTP/SCS as necessary Review projects to ensure consistency with established transportation plans and

policies T‐2 Corridor and Inter‐Regional Planning

Support corridor planning that is integrated with local area plans Participate on corridor project development teams Develop formal planning partnerships with surrounding transportation agencies

(Trans‐Sierra Transportation Coalition, SACOG Megaregion planning, Washoe RTC, etc.)

Identify freight movement issues and coordinate with Nevada DOT and Caltrans on State Freight Plans

Participate in the development of an alternative fuel infrastructure readiness plan T‐3 Active Transportation Planning

Maintain the Linking Tahoe: Active Transportation Plan Process necessary amendments to reflect updated project information from

partners Monitor and utilize state and federal bicycle and pedestrian planning requirements

and other resources Support the Bikeway Partnership to coordinate project prioritization, tracking, and

programming Support annual Tahoe Bike Challenge data collection and information dissemination Support an ongoing safe routes to school, active transportation education and

community outreach program

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Work Element 104: Regional Intermodal Planning (cont.)

T‐4 Transit Planning Coordinate with the Regional Long Range Transit Plan (TTD) Coordinate the development of Transit Asset Management Plan(s) to guide transit

capital investments Support Short Range Transit Plans (next 1‐5 years) for TTD and TART services Partner with TART and TTD to conduct periodic rider surveys and other outreach to

assess current service and provide recommendations Coordinate transit elements of regional emergency preparedness programs Notify transit operators of available funding and grants for transit Administer Transit Planning MOU between TMPO/TRPA, TTD, and Placer County Coordinate with other service providers to plan for inter‐regional connections (i.e.

Washoe RTC, Carson City RTC, Capitol Corridor JPA, SACOG, SacRT, Etc.) Development of Transit Monitoring protocol to create consistent data collection

and reporting among partnering agencies T‐5 Transportation Demand Management

Support the development of new and improvement of existing transportation demand management programs identified in the 2017 RTP/SCS, such as trip reduction programs and enhanced trip planning tools.

Host Transportation Demand Management stakeholder process to review national best practices and generate recommendations and public/private partnership opportunities

Work with SS/TMA and TNT‐TMA, local jurisdictions, and other community groups to generate partnerships to support effective and widespread adoption of TDM program strategies.

Disseminate educational materials related to TDM strategies and programs. T‐6 Intelligent Transportation Systems

Maximize efficiency of the existing roadway network through the use of technology Encourage the use of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) consistent with the Lake Tahoe ITS Architecture and Strategic Plan

Coordinate with EDCTC, SS/TMA, NDOT and Caltrans regarding traveler information and other improvements on US 50 between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe

Evaluate trip planning app to coordinate inter‐regional travel options Coordinate with CSLT and Caltrans on signalization improvements along US 50 Promote adaptive roadway management options and best practices

T‐7 Aviation/Rail/Freight Planning Coordination with Caltrans Division of Aeronautics and CSLT on Lake Tahoe Airport

ground transportation access, resiliency and reliability planning, and the Lake Tahoe Airport Master Plan

Consider connections to Lake Tahoe in State Rail Plans in California and Nevada Coordinate with State Freight Plans and associated freight programs

T‐8 Safety Planning Utilize consultant assistance to prepare the Lake Tahoe Regional Safety Plan

Safety Data Collection and Analysis, including the evaluation of current regional reporting practices, identification of reporting gaps, best practice research, and recommended improvements.

Safety Improvements Analysis & Recommendations

Stakeholder project development team meetings to support plan development and review.

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Work Element 104: Regional Intermodal Planning (cont.)




CPG CA ‐ Carryover $96,656 TDM Tech Assistance Svcs. $80,000

‐Toll Credits (CA‐Carry) $11,086 TMA Cooperative Agreements $22,000

CPG NV ‐ Carryover $50,677 Transit Planning Support Svcs. $70,000

TDA Administration $2,667 Safety Plan Svcs. (Non‐Federal) $25,000

TDA Planning $47,000



CPG CA ‐ FY18 $200,000


CPG NV ‐ FY18 $119,603


TDA Planning $7,000




Total: $536,977 Total: $536,977


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WORK ELEMENT 105: TRANSPORTATION DATA MANAGEMENT AND FORECASTING

PURPOSE To administer the regional transportation data collection and modeling efforts of TRPA; to collect the necessary transportation, demographic, and land use information to support transportation planning; to analyze different planning scenarios and impacts of regional land use and transportation proposals; to support data requests from staff, partners, and the general public; to support the refinement of transportation measures that support regional goals; to provide the results of annual monitoring to the public and partners through www.laketahoeinfo.org; to coordinate data collection with TRPA, state DOTs, and local agencies to support various data needs; to implement the requirements of the Clean Air Act; to provide air quality analysis and if necessary prepare conformity determinations for RTP and FTIP amendments.

DISCUSSION The Lake Tahoe Region continues to highlight the connection between project effectiveness and monitoring progress toward regional and local goals. TRPA supports a centralized regional information website www.laketahoeinfo.org that provides a transparent platform for coordinating and disseminating regional data, project‐level details, and information on the transportation performance‐based planning framework. One of the valuable transportation planning and programming tools is the EIP Project Tracker (https://eip.laketahoeinfo.org/) that provides project level funding and performance data that supports the RTP, FTIP and other key transportation planning efforts. TRPA is responsible for the collection, analysis, and dissemination of transportation data to support the regional transportation planning process. In addition to supporting data needs for recent performance‐based planning requirements discussed in Work Element 106, a critical role is travel demand forecasting. TRPA utilizes its travel demand model package (TransCAD) to assess the effect of proposed land use and transportation proposals on various aspects of the region. An on‐going transportation data collection program is in place and provides data on levels of use of the system, vehicle delay, and travel mode share. Other data collection, consistent with TRPA’s annual transportation data collection program, includes regional travel patterns, bicycle and pedestrian counts, transit performance, and traffic counts at identified locations. TRPA also coordinates the annual Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) data collection effort in partnership with the local jurisdictions around the Lake Tahoe Region to track traffic volumes on local roads. Purchased data sets are also an efficient tool to supply difficult to obtain data for analysis. Air quality activities to implement the Clean Air Act Amendments (CAAA) of 1990 include a range of technical services. Coordinating air quality data collection for the region, utilization of various air quality modeling software packages, and the development of policies and strategies to reduce transportation‐related air quality impacts are all components of the regional air quality program. PREVIOUS WORK TransCAD updated model outputs for 2017 RTP/SCS TRPA Monitoring Report data loaded in to www.laketahoeinfo.org Updated Bicycle and Pedestrian monitoring protocol

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Work Element 105: Transportation Data Management and Forecasting (cont.)


P‐1 Transportation modeling and analysis tool updates June 2018

P‐2 Development of laketahoeinfo.org and EIP Project Tracker March 2018

P‐3 Publish transportation monitoring data to LakeTahoeinfo.org June 2018

P‐4 Update and maintain transportation data February 2018

TASKS

T‐1 Forecasting Produce requested model outputs for scenario planning, special studies, and other regional

needs Utilize EMFAC, TransCAD Interface and GHG Visualization Tools Maintain and use 4D model post processor functionality Assess existing data collection and forecasting system Update TransCAD and associated forecasting software and tools as necessary

T‐2 Data Management Manage and make available various data sources utilized by TRPA Coordinate the dissemination and consideration of transportation related performance

data T‐3 Performance Measure Data Collection

Coordinate the regional Highway Performance Management System (HPMS) program Coordinate data from local jurisdictions, transit operators, and state DOTs in response to

established performance measure targets Coordinate bicycle/pedestrian monitoring data and reporting in accordance with

established monitoring protocol T‐4 Air Quality

Manage air quality data for various reporting requirements, including federal requirements Administer Interagency Consultation Process to coordinate federal air quality actions Conduct technical analysis, and model outputs to support conformity findings for RTP and

FTIP amendments

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Work Element 105: Transportation Data Management and Forecasting (cont.) Work Element 105 Budget:



CPG CA ‐ Carryover $40,000 Data and Forecasting System Svcs. $80,000

‐Toll Credits (CA‐Carry) $4,588 Data Collection Contract Svcs. $59,037



TDA Planning $27,163



CPG CA ‐ FY18 $127,000


CPG NV ‐ FY18 $70,752


TDA Planning $7,408




Total: $414,197 Total: $414,197


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WORK ELEMENT 106: PROJECT TRACKING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

PURPOSE To support the selection of transportation projects for state and federal funding and meet all of the requirements under California, Nevada, and Federal regulations; to document funded projects in the FTIP and RTIP; to support project delivery through identification of available state and federal funds; to provide workshops, training, technical assistance, and information to assist local partners with timely implementation of transportation projects in Lake Tahoe; to distribute and program various federal and state funding sources; to establish a project tracking system to ensure the appropriate funding is available for timely completion of transportation projects. DESCRIPTION TRPA, as the MPO is required to adopt and maintain a Transportation Improvement Program, intended to coordinate and track federal funds used for transportation projects. The current 2017‐2020 Lake Tahoe Federal Transportation Improvement Program (2017 FTIP) was approved on December 16, 2016. As a core MPO planning function, staff will continue maintaining the current FTIP through administrative modifications and amendments to maintain required financial accuracy and accountability. The 2017 FTIP includes new funding available to the Region via the FAST act. TRPA is responsible for the regional distribution of various federal and state funding sources. As federal funding is awarded to projects in the Lake Tahoe Region it requires project programming, monitoring and tracking to ensure the funds are used in a timely manner. The FAST Act increased the amount of funding allocated by various programs to Lake Tahoe. This increase of funding has required additional resources for TRPA’s programming function along with other related activities. TRPA, as the RTPA, is required to adopt a Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) in accordance with California programming requirements to track state transportation funding. TRPA utilizes its Continuing, Comprehensive and Coordinated (three C’s) transportation planning process with its local, state, and federal partners in maintaining the RTIP.

The Environmental Improvement Program (EIP) was highlighted during the 1997 Presidential Summit at Lake Tahoe. President Clinton and others convened to focus efforts on protecting the lake for future generations. The resulting program encompasses hundreds of capital improvement, research, program support, and operation and maintenance projects in the Tahoe Basin, all designed to help restore Lake Tahoe's clarity and environment. EIP projects are designed to achieve and maintain environmental thresholds that protect Tahoe’s unique and valued resources while also aiding regional social and economic goals in the TRPA Regional Plan. The Air Quality – Transportation program of the EIP represents one of the largest opportunities for environmental threshold improvements. The EIP Project Tracker (eip.laketahoeinfo.org) improves project tracking and coordination with local implementation partners and serves as the transportation project database for both the RTP and FTIP. The EIP Tracker also provides a linkage to TRPA’s Performance‐Based Planning program (see Work Element 107).

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Work Element 106: Project Tracking and Financial Management (cont.) PREVIOUS WORK Adoption of the 2017 FTIP Maintenance of 2016 RTIP Outreach and education to local partners on the regional funding distribution process Participation on the California RTPA Working Group Participation on the California Federal Programming Group (CFPG) Participation on the Nevada statewide STIP/TIP Working Group Coordination with California, Nevada, and local agencies in project programming FY 16/17 Annual Federal Obligations Report


P‐1 Maintenance of 2017 FTIP Quarterly

P‐2 Maintenance of 2016 RTIP Quarterly

P‐3 Adoption of 2018 RTIP December 2017

P‐4 Annual Federal Obligations Report December 2017

TASKS

T‐1 Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) (Core MPO Planning Function) Monitor and maintain the current FTIP through administrative modifications and

amendments Maintain California Transportation Improvement Program (CTIP) database and NV

electronic Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (e‐STIP) coordination Maintain the accessibility of TRPA programming information on

www.trpa.org/transportation Participate in FHWA‐NV/NDOT Planning Executive Group initiatives related to

programming Participate monthly with CFPG, RTPA Working Group, and Rural Counties Task Force Coordination with FHWA CA and NV Division offices, FTA, Caltrans, NDOT, and local

agencies on project development and funding T‐2 Regional Transportation Improvement Program

2016 RTIP document maintenance 2018 RTIP development and adoption

T‐3 EIP Manage the allocation of Federal transportation funding (STBG & CMAQ) Coordinate priority project identification and reporting efforts Support the Air Quality and Transportation EIP Working Group Monitor and update transportation projects in the EIP Tracker Coordination with EIP Tracker to integrate EIP, FTIP, and RTP/SCS projects Assist with analysis of programmatic financing needs for transportation projects contained

in the 2017 RTP/SCS and beyond T‐4 Project Tracking and Statewide Transportation Improvement Program Coordination

Monitor and provide guidance on available federal and state funding to project partners Track project performance measures and post project consideration in EIP tracker Continue to improve the EIP Tracker tool for use in transportation funding allocations,

programming, and project tracking Coordinate with Caltrans and NDOT regarding STIP consistency with TRPA programming Work with NDOT on Nevada E‐STIP tool Develop annual list of obligated projects

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Work Element 106: Project Tracking and Financial Management (cont.)

TASKS

T‐5 FTA Project application review for consistency with FTIP, programming activities necessary to

ensure FTA projects are accurately reflected in the FTIP Convene transit operators and determine funding allocations based on the agreed upon

process in the Lake Tahoe Region Transit Planning MOU Incorporation of Transit Asset Management Plan(s) in FTIP

T‐6 Documentation Document public outreach on regional programming activities Coordinate distribution of information regarding location and status of funded projects Conduct program consistent with TRPA Title VI Plan Document continuing, coordinated and comprehensive processes that include

traditionally underrepresented and underserved populations and their community leaders (i.e., elderly, disabled, low income, and minorities: Black, Hispanic, Asian American, American Indian/Alaskan Native, and Pacific Islander)




Subtotal: $0 Subtotal: $0


CPG CA ‐ FY18 $95,000


CPG NV ‐ FY18 $44,616

TDA Planning $2,348

RSTP Wages/Benefits: $80,529



Total: $141,964 Total: $141,964


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WORK ELEMENT 107: PERFORMANCE‐BASED PLANNING PURPOSE To enhance and support TRPA’s performance‐based planning program; to establish a performance‐based planning framework that responds to federal, state and regional requirements; to refine performance goals and targets for the transportation system and planning program based on federal, state, and regional requirements; to enhance linkages between the planning process and project implementation that leads to progress toward established regional goals; to establish a Congestion Management Process in accordance with federal planning requirements that supports regional transportation goals. DISCUSSION Performance‐based planning defines current performance levels, establishes target performance levels, and identifies strategies for achieving these targets. This approach was strengthened with the passing of MAP‐21 and continuation of the FAST Act, which requires performance‐based plans and programs that provide the foundation and core elements of transportation planning. In the FAST Act, the Lake Tahoe Region was recognized as a Transportation Management Area (TMA) with a total population of 210,000. Additional TMA requirements include the establishment of a Congestion Management Process that evaluates strategies to reduce congestion that do not increase roadway capacity. This CMP requirement aligns with TRPA’s mandate to reduce the dependency on the private automobile. The Lake Tahoe Region continues to highlight the connection between project effectiveness and monitoring progress toward regional and local goals. An effort to identify and implement best in practice performance metrics and intuitive public engagement tools to track progress is underway. This process is intended to provide useful information for decision‐making, while fostering program alignment. TRPA’s performance‐based transportation planning framework incorporates Federal performance‐based planning requirements outlined in MAP‐21 and the FAST Act, TRPA threshold and Regional Plan performance measures, and various state metrics of performance. PREVIOUS WORK Established performance metrics for 2017 RTP/SCS Reported on 2012 RTP/SCS and Regional Plan performance measures Supported the APC‐hosted Transportation Performance Measure Working Group Established the performance‐based planning framework


P‐1 Revised Performance‐Based Planning framework January 2018

P‐2 Congestion Management Process September 2017

TASKS T‐1 Performance‐Based Planning

Refine the Region’s contemporary performance‐based planning framework Develop tools within the performance management framework, such as project evaluation

processes for possible new regional grant program

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Work Element 107: Performance‐Based Planning (cont.)

Develop regional grant program that consolidates funding and supports projects that meet regional goals

Stakeholder coordination to improve information sharing that supports the performance system

Establish a transportation technical working group to coordinate the performance management process, data gathering, funding programming, project sequencing, etc.

Ensure timely transmittal of data to Caltrans, NDOT and FHWA

T‐2 Development of a Congestion Management Process Develop and support a performance‐based Congestion Management Process that is

integrated with the existing planning framework Track and respond to federal and state sustainability planning guidance, including system

resiliency and reliability. Assist with analysis of programmatic financing needs for transportation projects contained in

the RTP/SCS and beyond




CPG CA ‐ Carryover $80,000 Performance Planning Svcs. $80,000




CPG CA ‐ FY18 $178,000


‐Toll Credits (CA‐Carry) $0

CPG NV ‐ FY18 $49,029

TDA Planning $2,581




Total: $309,610 Total: $309,610


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CALTRANS REGIONAL PLANNING ACTIVITIES FOR FY 2017/18

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION PRODUCTS

System Planning Completion of system planning products used by Caltrans and its transportation partners

Caltrans District 3 System Planning documents consistent with the Caltrans District 3 System Planning Four‐Year Work Plan

Advance Planning

Completion of pre‐programming studies (e.g., Project Initiation Documents) so as to be ready to program resources for capital projects

Project Initiation Documents (PID), as indicated in the “District 3 2016, Three‐Year PID Strategic Plan”

Regional Planning Participate in and assist with various regional planning projects and studies

Participation in the following projects and studies:

Air Quality Planning Activities

Oversight of Planning Studies / Conceptual Projects pertaining to the State Highway System

Local Development Review Program

Review of local development proposals potentially impacting the State Highway System

Assistance to lead agencies to ensure the identification and mitigation of local development impacts to the State Highway System that is consistent with the State’s smart mobility goals

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FY 17/18 FINANCIAL PROGRAM

Table 1 – FY 17/18 TRPA/TMPO Programmed Revenues

Funding Source Descriptions Consolidated Planning Grant (CPG) California and Nevada (CA and NV)‐ Current fiscal year allocation of

Federal transportation planning (PL & FTA 5303) funds to support metropolitan planning and may be used for transit or highway planning activities. These funds are administered by Caltrans on behalf of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) via a Consolidated Planning Grant Agreement. Toll Credits ‐ Toll credits are not revenue or cash, but rather a substitute for local match required by CPG

funds. Toll credits are displayed in work elements for tracking purposes only and should not be viewed as a revenue source. Toll credits can be applied to the current year allocation of California CPG funds, and any carryover balance. These are tracked separately and can be found on Table 7.

CPG Carryover ‐ Carryover balance of funding from prior CPG allocations. (See above) TRPA General Funds – This funding comes directly from the TRPA general budget and is used as a non‐federal

match to leverage federal planning funds. TDA (Planning and Administration) – This State of California funding is provided through the California

Transportation Development Act (TDA) and can be used for administration of the TDA program, and transportation planning activities.

Funding Source FY 2018

Federal

CPG CA ‐ FY18 $675,000


CPG NV ‐ FY18 $284,000


Federal Subtotal: $1,559,000

Non‐Federal

TRPA General $35,000

TDA Planning: $100,000


Non‐Federal Subtotal: 195,000

GRAND TOTAL: $1,754,000

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Table 2 – FY 17/18 Transportation Staffing Costs

Table 3 – FY 17/18 Staffing Costs and Revenues

Table 4 – FY 17/18 Direct Costs and Revenues

TRPA/TMPO

Transportation Team

Salary and

WagesBenefits

IDC Rate

76.29%

Total Salary,

Benefits and

Overhead

Total FY 17/18 Salaries $570,287 $165,128 $561,048 $1,296,463

Total $570,287 $165,128 $561,048 $1,296,463

Toll Credit

Match

Toll Credit

Match

CA‐FY18 CA‐Carry NV NV‐ Carry CA‐FY18 CA‐Carry

101‐ Program Administration 34,000 54,833 ‐ 52,250 3,900 6,289 ‐ 2,750 ‐ 143,833$

102 ‐ Transportation Dev't. Act ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 16,408 ‐ 16,408$

103 ‐ Public Outreach 41,000 53,511 ‐ 52,250 4,703 6,138 ‐ 2,750 ‐ 149,511$

104 ‐ Intermodal Planning 200,000 ‐ 119,603 13,374 22,940 ‐ ‐ ‐ 7,000 339,977$

105 ‐ Data Collection & Forecasting 127,000 ‐ 70,752 70,000 14,567 ‐ ‐ ‐ 7,408 275,160$

106 ‐ Proj. Tracking + Financial Mgt. 95,000 ‐ 44,616 ‐ 10,897 ‐ ‐ ‐ 2,348 141,964$

107 ‐ Performance‐Based Planning 178,000 ‐ 49,029 ‐ 20,417 ‐ ‐ ‐ 2,581 229,610$

TOTAL: 675,000$ 108,344$ 284,000$ 187,874$ 77,423$ 12,427$ ‐$ 21,908$ 19,337$ 1,296,463$

TOTALTRPA

(Local)

TDA ‐

ADMINWORK ELEMENTS

Consolidated Planning Grant (CPG)TDA ‐ PLNG

Consolidated Planning Grant (CPG)Toll Credit

Match

Toll Credit

Match

CA‐FY18 CA‐Carry NV‐FY18 NV‐Carry CA‐FY18 CA‐Carry

101‐ Program Administration ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 20,000 ‐ ‐ 20,000$

102 ‐ Transportation Dev't. Act ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 6,500 6,500$

103 ‐ Public Outreach ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 15,000 ‐ ‐ 15,000$

104 ‐ Intermodal Planning ‐ 96,656 ‐ 50,677 ‐ 11,086 ‐ 2,667 47,000 197,000$

105 ‐ Data Collection & Forecasting ‐ 40,000 ‐ 36,449 ‐ 4,588 ‐ 35,425 27,163 139,037$

106 ‐ Proj. Tracking + Financial Mgt. ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐$

107 ‐ Performance‐Based Planning ‐ 80,000 ‐ ‐ ‐ 9,176 ‐ ‐ ‐ 80,000$

TOTAL: ‐$ 216,656$ ‐$ 87,126$ ‐$ 24,850$ 35,000$ 38,092$ 80,663$ 457,537$

WORK ELEMENTS TOTALTDA

Admin

TRPA

(Local)

TDA

Planning

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Table 5 – FY 17/18 Staffing & Direct Costs by Work Element

Table 6 – FY 17/18 Staffing Direct Costs by Revenue Source

Table 7– FY 17/18 Toll Credit Summary

WORK ELEMENTS Staff Direct Total

101‐ Program Administration 143,833$ 20,000$ 163,833$

102 ‐ Transportation Dev't. Act 16,408$ 6,500$ 22,908$

103 ‐ Public Outreach 149,511$ 15,000$ 164,511$

104 ‐ Intermodal Planning 339,977$ 197,000$ 536,977$

105 ‐ Data Collection & Forecasting 275,160$ 139,037$ 414,197$

106 ‐ Proj. Tracking + Financial Mgt. 141,964$ ‐$ 141,964$

107 ‐ Performance‐Based Planning 229,610$ 80,000$ 309,610$

TOTAL: 1,296,463$ 457,537$ 1,754,000$

Consolidated Planning Grant (CPG)Toll Credit

Match

Toll Credit

Match

CA‐FY18 CA‐Carry NV‐FY18 NV‐Carry CA‐FY18 CA‐Carry TRPA (Local)

Total Staff: 675,000 108,344 284,000 187,874 77,423 12,427 0 21,908 19,337 1,296,463

Total Direct: ‐ 216,656 ‐ 87,126 ‐ 24,850 35,000 38,092 80,663 457,537

TOTAL: 675,000$ 325,000$ 284,000$ 275,000$ 77,423$ 37,278$ 35,000$ 60,000$ 100,000$ 1,754,000$

TOTALTDA

Planning

TDA

Admin

Toll Credits CA‐FY18 CA‐Carryover TOTAL

Total Staff: 77,423 12,427 89,850

Total Direct: ‐ 24,850 24,850

TOTALS: 77,423$ 37,278$ 114,700$

** Toll Credits are not a form of cash or revenue, but are

in lieu of local matching funds.

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ADOPTING RESOLUTION AND FEDERAL CERTIFICATIONS

‐ TMPO Adopting Resolution ‐ FHWA – FTA FY 17/18 Planning Certification ‐ FTA Debarment and Suspension Certification ‐ FTA FY 17/18 Certifications and Assurances

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TAHOE METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION TMPO RESOLUTION NO. 2017‐___

ADOPTION OF THE TMPO 2018 TRANSPORTATION OVERALL WORK PROGRAM

WHEREAS, the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization (TMPO) has been

designated by the Governors of California and Nevada for the preparation of transportation plans and programs under Title 23, CFR 450; and

WHEREAS, each MPO is required to adopt an Overall Work Program (OWP), also

referred to as the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), describing the planning priorities facing the Region and the planning activities anticipated for the Region over the next year; and

WHEREAS, staff have prepared an OWP that describes the anticipated revenues and

expenditures and planning activities and products for transportation and air quality planning purposes over the next year; and

WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration,

Caltrans and the Nevada Department of Transportation have reviewed and commented upon a draft version of the 2018 OWP; and

WHEREAS, the Tahoe Transportation Commission has conducted public meetings at

which the 2018 OWP has been an officially noticed item of discussion; and WHEREAS, staff is requesting that the TMPO Governing Board adopt a final 2018 OWP

for submittal to state and federal agencies for approval, and authorize staff to take actions necessary for this approval; and

WHEREAS, the TMPO certifies that the transportation planning process is addressing

the major issues in the metropolitan planning area and is being conducted in accordance with all applicable requirements of the federal statutes listed on the MPO Planning Process Certification and Federal Transit Administration certifications included in the 2018 OWP document.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Governing Board of the Tahoe

Metropolitan Planning Organization adopts this resolution approving the 2018 Tahoe Basin Transportation Overall Work Program.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Governing Board of the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning

Organization at its regular meeting held on May 24, 2017, by the following vote:

Ayes: Nays: _____________________________ James Lawrence, Chair TMPO Governing Board

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FY 2017/18 FHWA Metropolitan Transportation Planning Process Self‐Certification In accordance with 23 CFR part 450, the California Department of Transportation and Tahoe Regional Planning Agency, the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Lake Tahoe urbanized area hereby certify that the transportation planning process is addressing the major issues in the metropolitan planning area and is being carried out in accordance with all applicable requirements including:

(1) 23 U.S.C. 134, 49 U.S.C. 5303, and subpart C of 23 CFR part 450; (2) In nonattainment and maintenance areas, sections 174 and 176(c) and (d) of the Clean

Air Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 7504, 7506(c) and (d)) and 40 CFR part 93; (3) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended (42 U.S.C. 2000d–1) and 49 CFR part

21; (4) 49 U.S.C. 5332, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national

origin, sex, or age in employment or business opportunity; (5) Section 1101(b) of the FAST Act (Pub. L. 114‐94) and 49 CFR part 26 regarding the

involvement of disadvantaged business enterprises in USDOT funded projects; (6) 23 CFR part 230, regarding the implementation of an equal employment opportunity

program on Federal and Federal‐aid highway construction contracts; (7) The provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) and

49 CFR parts 27, 37, and 38; (8) The Older Americans Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 6101), prohibiting discrimination on the

basis of age in programs or activities receiving Federal financial assistance; (9) Section 324 of title 23 U.S.C. regarding the prohibition of discrimination based on gender;

and (10) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794) and 49 CFR part 27

regarding discrimination against individuals with disabilities. __________________________ ____________________________ MPO Authorizing Signature Caltrans District 3 Approval Signature

_Executive Director__________ ____________________________ Title Title _May 25, 2017_____________ ____________________________ Date Date

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Department of Transportation Debarment and Suspension Certification for Fiscal Year 2017/18

As required by U.S. DOT regulations on government‐wide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement), 49 CFR 29.100:

1) The Applicant certifies, to the best of its knowledge and belief, that it and its

contractors, subcontractors and subrecipients:

a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared

ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any Federal

department or agency;

b) Have not, within the three (3) year period preceding this certification, been

convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of

fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain,

or performing a public (Federal, state, or local) transaction or contract under a

public transaction, violation of Federal or state antitrust statutes, or commission

of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records,

making false statements, or receiving stolen property;

c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a

governmental entity (Federal, state, or local) with commission of any of the

offenses listed in subparagraph (1)(b) of this certification; and

d) Have not, within the three (3) year period preceding this certification, had one

or more public transactions (Federal, state, and local) terminated for cause or

default.

2) The Applicant also certifies that, if Applicant later becomes aware of any information

contradicting the statements of paragraph (1) above, it will promptly provide that

information to the State.

3) If the Applicant is unable to certify to all statements in paragraphs (1) and (2) of this

certification, through those means available to Applicant, including the General Services

Administration’s Excluded Parties List System (EPLS), Applicant shall indicate so in its

applications, or in the transmittal letter or message accompanying its annual

certifications and assurances, and will provide a written explanation to the State.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION CERTIFICATION

FISCAL YEAR 2017/18 SIGNATURE PAGE

In signing this document, I declare under penalties of perjury that the foregoing certifications

and assurances, and any other statements made by me on behalf of the Applicant are true and

correct.

Signature Date: May 25,2017

Printed Name: __Joanne S. Marchetta, Executive Director

As the undersigned Attorney for the above named Applicant, I hereby affirm to the Applicant

that it has the authority under state and local law to make and comply with the certifications

and assurances as indicated on the foregoing pages. I further affirm that, in my opinion, these

certifications and assurances have been legally made and constitute legal and binding

obligations of the Applicant.

I further affirm to the Applicant that, to the best of my knowledge, there is no legislation or

litigation pending or imminent that might adversely affect the validity of these certifications and

assurances or of the performance of the described project.

AFFIRMATION OF APPLICANT’S ATTORNEY

For: _Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization_______

Signature: Date: May 25, 2017

Printed Name of Applicant’s Attorney: _______ John L. Marshall______

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FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2017 CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES FOR FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Name of Applicant: ____Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization__

The Applicant agrees to comply with applicable requirements of Categories 01 ‐ 23. _X___

OR The Applicant agrees to comply with the applicable requirements of the following Categories it has selected:

Category Description

01. Required Certifications and Assurances for Each Applicant ______

02. Lobbying ______

03. Procurement and Procurement Systems ______

04. Private Sector Protections ______

05. Rolling Stock Reviews and Bus Testing ______

06. Demand Responsive Service ______

07. Intelligent Transportation Systems ______

08. Interest and Financing Cots and Acquisition of Capital Asset by Lease

______

09. Transit Asset Management Plan, Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, and State Safety Oversight Requirements

______

10. Alcohol and Controlled Substances Testing ______

11. Fixed Guideway Capital Investment Grants Program (New Starts, Small Starts, and Core Capacity Improvement)

______

12. State of Good Repair Program ______

13. Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities and Low or No Emission Vehicle Deployment Grant Programs

______

14. Urbanized Area Formula Grants Programs and Passenger Ferry Grant Program

______

15. Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Programs

______

16. Rural Areas and Appalachian Development Program ______

17. Tribal Transit Programs (Public Transportation on Indian Reservations Programs)

______

18. State Safety Oversight Grant Program ______

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19. Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program ______

20. Expedited Project Delivery Pilot Program ______

21. Infrastructure Finance Programs ______

22. Paul S. Sarbanes Transit in Parks Program ______

23. Construction Hiring Preferences ______

FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2017 FTA CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES SIGNATURE PAGE (Required of all Applicants for FTA assistance and all FTA Grantees with an active capital or

formula project)

AFFIRMATION OF APPLICANT

Name of Applicant: _Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization___________________ Name and Relationship of Authorized Representative: Joanne S. Marchetta, Executive Director___

BY SIGNING BELOW, on behalf of the Applicant, I declare that the Applicant has duly authorized me to make these certifications and assurances and bind its compliance. Thus, it agrees to comply with all federal laws, regulations, and requirements, follow applicable Federal guidance, and comply with the certifications and assurances as indicated on the foregoing page applicable to each application its Authorized Representative makes to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) in Federal Fiscal Year 2016, irrespective of whether the individual acted on his or her Applicant’s behalf continues to represent it. FTA intends that the Certifications and Assurances the Applicant selects on the other side of this document should apply to each Award for which it now seeks, or may later seek federal assistance to be awarded by FTA during federal fiscal year 2016.

The Applicant affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of the Certifications and Assurances it has selected in the statements submitted with this document and any other submission made to FTA, and acknowledges that the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986, 31 U.S.C. § 3801 et seq., and implementing U.S. DOT regulations, “Program Fraud Civil Remedies,” 49 CFR part 31, apply to any certification, assurance or submission made to FTA. The criminal provisions of 18 U.S.C. § 1001 apply to any certification, assurance, or submission made in connection with a federal public transportation program authorized by 49 U.S.C. chapter 53 or any other statute. In signing this document, I declare under penalties of perjury that the foregoing Certifications and Assurances, and any other statements made by me on behalf of the Applicant are true and accurate.

Signature_________________________________________________________ Date: _________________ Name:___Joanne S. Marchetta, Executive Director _________________________

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AFFIRMATION OF APPLICANT’S ATTORNEY

For (Name of Applicant): _____Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization___________ As the undersigned Attorney for the above named Applicant, I hereby affirm to the Applicant that it has authority under state, local, or tribal government law, as applicable, to make and comply with the Certifications and Assurances as indicated on the foregoing pages. I further affirm that, in my opinion, the Certifications and Assurances have been legally made and constitute legal and binding obligations on it. I further affirm that, to the best of my knowledge, there is no legislation or litigation pending or imminent that might adversely affect the validity of these Certifications and Assurances, or of the performance of its FTA assisted Award.

Signature

Date:

Name: __ John L. Marshall___________________

Attorney for Applicant

Each Applicant for federal assistance to be awarded by FTA and each FTA Recipient with an active Capital or Formula Project or Award must provide an Affirmation of Applicant’s Attorney pertaining to the Applicant’s legal capacity. The Applicant may enter its electronic signature in lieu of the Attorney’s signature within FTA’s electronic award and management system, provided the Applicant has on file and uploaded to FTA’s electronic award and management system this hard-copy Affirmation, signed by the attorney and dated this federal fiscal year.

ATTACHMENT B


JS/ja AGENDA ITEM: VII.A.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Review and Acceptance of the District’s Financial Statement of Operations for

February 2017 Action Requested: It is requested the Board approve the Financial Statement of Operations for the first eight months of Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17) ending February, 2017. Fiscal Analysis: In last month’s report, Staff spoke to the circumstance that the TTD’s general fund is being used more frequently to cover costs not attributed to specific grants. The issue was discussed with the Finance Committee. The significance of the matter is that the TTD does not have a dedicated source of general fund. The general fund has been built up over the course of years since 2009, and has been used primarily for cash flow functions which the District needs. The primary sources of funds for TTD are grants, including Section 5307 for transit; however, the bulk of TTD’s funding sources for projects and transit has changed this fiscal year due to changes in the federal transportation bill passed in December 2015. This has been a good news-bad news scenario for TTD. The good news is there are continuing federal fund sources for projects and transit; the bad news is that the change in funding sources has changed the process for access and use of the funds. The change in process is more cumbersome and slow, so the funding is not all on line for all project activities. Compounding this situation is that there are activities not covered by specific project or transit fund sources. Examples of these activities are the time and effort needed to meet, discuss, confer, coordinate, or develop relationships, actions, and strategy with TTD partners, the legislatures, community and others for TTD’s overall program or future steps. In total then TTD staff is left with little choice, but to draw from the General Fund balance. Therefore, Staff has an on-going concern relating to the General Fund where current revenue sources are not keeping pace with expenditures. To maintain the reserve, Staff proposes the entire FY 17 Ridge contribution of $140,636 be used towards the General Fund as a precaution. This does not affect the transit services that have been provided this fiscal year. Currently in FY 17, the General Fund has recognized one fourth of the contribution totaling $35,159. Last month’s discussion with the Finance Committee included working through each funding source’s bureaucratic process as quickly as possible to minimize the use of General Funds and to prepare, along with the upcoming budget for FY18, a discussion with Board on local government and private sector support for General Fund contributions. It has been some years



since additional contributions have been made for all that TTD provides to the respective jurisdictions in terms of projects and services. Staff is preparing to meet with local government agencies and private sector businesses to help support overall transit and project efforts by establishing annual contribution pledges to the District’s General Fund starting in FY 19, or for establishing other regional sources that do not now exist. Background: Staff has completed analyzing financial information for the first eight months of FY17. The presentation of the financial information will highlight FY17 February activity and continues to detail the District’s funds: General, Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and Transit Operations. Discussion: General Fund – Overall, the District ended with a decrease of ($17,994) for February activity. The decrease can be summarized as follows: District Operations Revenues District Operations Expenses Rental Car Mitigation Fees (RCMF) $2,839 Salaries & Benefits $30,118 Admin Support $30,332 TRPA Services $4,546 Interest $29 Professional Services $2,403 Auditing $0 Contract Services $3,500 Insurance $2,279 Telephone/IT $1,020 Subscriptions/Dues $1,995 Training/Travel $4,903 Other $429 ________ _______ Total Revenue $33,200 Total Expenses $51,193 The decrease was expected as the General Fund absorbed former CIP project expenditures where previous funding revenues have been exhausted. TTD incurred costs of $4,037 for SR 89 expenditures (Fanny Bridge) and $8,792 for overall CIP program costs. Prior reimbursements were made by Placer County Air Quality Mitigation Fees (Fanny Bridge) or FLH Half Percent Grant (Overall CIP). ATP funds should be available for continuing expenditures soon and other local funds may become available to offset general fund expenses. The General Fund will record the fourth quarter contribution from the Ridge of $35,159 in April. Staff is also proposing to transfer $70,318 from the Transit Fund to the General Fund for the Ridge’s previously received contributions in May ($35,159) and June ($35,159). RCMF have increased $9,700 from $56,392 in FY16 to $66,092 in FY17. The net result decreased the General Fund’s overall fund balance for the year to $464,813, which is $19,938 less than at the start of the fiscal year.



CIP Fund – February activity resulted in an increase of $15 resulting from interest earned on project advances. Below is a brief recap of February activity for the CIP fund. Funding Source Expenditures Grant Balance Public Lands Highways Discretionary Fund US 50 $0 $6,249 Federal Transit Administration NDOT Value Pricing Pilot Program (VPPP) $55 $287,748 Surface Transportation Program Caltrans – US 50 $35,750 $1,364,916 Contributions Mariner AQMF (VPPP Match) $14 $114,292 Washoe County Bond $0 $1,329,166 Prop 1B PTMISEA – Vehicles (FTA 5308) $0 $1,456 PTMISEA – Transit System Modernization $16,069 $922,932 PTMISEA – AVL and Scheduler $0 $177,519 PTMISEA – ADA Van $0 $1,697 TSSSDRA – Shelter Security $0 $1,171 Recreation Trails Flume Trailhead Parking Lot $0 $148,570 Question 1 NV Bikeway $4,770 $943,669

Total Expenditures $56,657 The CIP Fund transferred $215 for revised bus stop signs. The net result increased CIP’s overall fund balance to $986, which is $26 less than at the start of the fiscal year. Transit Fund- Overall, the District ended with a decrease of ($47,575) for February activity. The decrease can be summarized as follows: S. Shore Ops SR 28 Mobility Mgmt Revenue Detail FTA 5307 (Fast Act) $111,835 NDOT

FTA 5311 $136,155 $3,313 Caltrans

FTA 5310 $10,457 CMAQ

Contributions Vail $70,833 Douglas County $2,294 $1,873

Tahoe Truckee $300 Other $18 Transportation Development Act (TDA)

Local Transportation Fund (LTF) $72,049 State Transit Assistance (STA) $20,365



Nevada State Parks Older Americans Act $2,857 Farebox Revenue $32,106 $1,370 Pass Sales $11,606 Miscellaneous $9 Insurance Claim $1,618 Interest $0 $0 $0 Total Revenues $458,870 $0 $20,188 Expense Detail Personnel $283,959 $14,007 Fuel $34,218 $910 Insurance $26,510 $570 Repairs/Maintenance $32,488 $489 Professional Services $14,651 $2,308 ICAP $27,740 $1,237 Depreciation $58,033 Other Expenses $28,846 $0 $667 Total Expenses $506,445 $0 $20,188 Increase/(Decrease) ($47,575) $0 $0 As mentioned above, the Transit fund received $215 for revised bus stop signs from the CIP fund. TTD will be reversing The Ridge’s recorded contribution of $70,318 in May and June ($35,159 each month). TTD will be reversing $72,796 in March from Miscellaneous Revenue to record settlement agreement with Keolis for the purchase of maintenance parts, consumables and tool boxes. Area 4 (Mobility Management) received an invoice for $44 after the grant was billed for January. The invoice will be included in March grant billing. The net result decreased Transit’s overall fund balance for the year to $4,825,210, which is $84,616 less than at the start of the fiscal year. It should be noted that as of February 28, 2017, the transit fund cash increased by $284,448 in FY17. (See Attachment A – Operations Schedule). The difference is mainly attributable to excluding non-operating revenue, depreciation expense, loss on disposals, and transfers of assets from the CIP fund. Balance Sheet- The detailed balance sheet as of February 28, 2017 is attached (Attachment A). The fixed asset balances, net of depreciation, include $2,851,426 in transit funds and $204,535 in the general fund of federalized/state obligations. Should the District choose to liquidate a federalized asset, permission from the governmental agency is required and their obligation takes priority.



Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Joanie Schmitt at (775) 589-5507 or [email protected]. Attachment:

A. February Financials


Tahoe Transportation DistrictBalance Sheet

As of February 28, 2017

TOTAL General CIP Transit GFAASSETSCash & Equivalents 862,216 420,905 -44,845 486,156Accounts Receivable 2,847,857 6,259 935,061 1,906,536Prepaids 124,914 58,856 66,058Inventory 106,238 106,238*Capital Assets, Net Depreciation 3,141,266 3,141,266 253,290TOTAL ASSETS 7,082,491 486,020 890,217 5,706,254 253,290

LIABILITIESAccounts Payable 260,883 21,208 93,984 145,691Deferred Revenues 1,454,367 795,247 659,120Nevada State Bank - LOCEE Compensated Absences 76,232 76,232 47,463TOTAL LIABILITIES 1,791,482 21,208 889,231 881,044 47,463

NET POSITIONInvested in Capital Assets 3,587,089 3,587,089 357,165Unrestricted 1,763,499 439,750 1,012 1,322,737 -48,447Contingency FundReserved for Encumbrances 45,000 45,000SUB TOTAL NET POSITION 5,395,588 484,750 1,012 4,909,826 308,718

FY 17 Increase (Decrease) -104,580 -19,938 -26 -84,616 -102,891

TOTAL NET POSITION 5,291,008 464,813 986 4,825,210 205,828

TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET POSITION 7,082,491 486,020 890,217 5,706,254 253,290

* The fixed asset balances, net of depreciation, include $2,851,426 in transit funds and $204,535 in the governmental-wide fund account of federalized obligations. Should the District choose to liquidate a federalized asset, permission from the governmental agency is required and their obligation takes priority.

ATTACHMENT A

JS/ja AGENDA ITEM: VII.A.TTD/C Board Meeting Packet-May 12, 2017 Page -56-

Tahoe Transportation DistrictBalance Sheet

As of February 28, 2017

ATTACHMENT A


Tahoe Transportation DistrictStatement of Operations

July 1, 2016 through February 28, 2017

TOTAL General CIP Transit GFARevenuesFederal Grants 2,413,884 586,020 1,827,864State Funding 1,023,228 187,529 835,699Contributions 795,193 35,159 34,430 725,604General Revenues 328,998 253,055 75,942Charges for Services 466,776 66,902 399,874Special Items 1,198 130 175 892TOTAL REVENUES 5,029,276 355,247 808,153 3,865,876

ExpensesPersonnel 2,399,475 175,063 150,192 2,074,221Personnel - Compensated Absences 40,842 40,842 -984Contracts 522,574 19,641 488,838 14,095Fuel 226,160 226,160Depreciation 498,428 498,428 92,573Other Operating 1,156,651 177,934 53,887 924,829ICAP - 10% 253,055 28,610 224,446Capital Outlay 47,972 2,546 45,425InterestOther Funding Sources -11,302 86,652 -97,954 11,302TOTAL EXPENSES 5,133,855 375,184 808,179 3,950,492 102,891

FY 17 Increase / (Decrease) to Net Position -104,580 -19,938 -26 -84,616 -102,891

ATTACHMENT A


Tahoe Transportation DistrictGeneral Fund

Statement of OperationsJuly 1, 2016 through February 2017

1st Qtr 2nd Qtr Jan Feb 3rd QtrYEAR TO

DATE

Board Approved

Budget Var %District

Ops CNGProgram

TotalsRevenuesGeneral Revenues Admin Support 103,220 84,968 34,535 30,332 64,867 253,055 515,118 49.13% 253,055 253,055 Miscellaneous 500 0.00% Contributions 35,159 35,159 35,159 20,000 175.80% 35,159 35,159Total General Revenues 103,220 84,968 69,694 30,332 100,026 288,214 535,618 53.81% 288,214 0 288,214

Charges for Services Administrative Fees 80,000 0.00% Rental Car Mitigation Fees 42,323 18,321 3,421 2,838 6,259 66,902 85,000 78.71% 66,902 66,902 CNG Station Revenues 0.00%Total Charges for Services 42,323 18,321 3,421 2,838 6,259 66,902 165,000 40.55% 66,902 0 66,902

Special Items Sale of Fixed Assets Interest Revenue 2 67 32 29 61 130 240 54.33% 130 130Total Special Revenues 2 67 32 29 61 130 240 54.33% 130 0 130

TOTAL REVENUES 145,544 103,356 73,147 33,200 106,347 355,247 700,858 50.69% 355,247 0 355,247

ExpensesOperating Personnel 52,777 63,812 28,356 30,118 58,474 175,063 203,869 85.87% 175,063 175,063 Repairs & Maintenance 400 0.00% Insurance 7,773 7,397 2,527 2,279 4,806 19,976 36,525 54.69% 18,728 1,248 19,976 Facility Rent 8,350 8,350 3,035 2,783 5,818 22,518 22,932 98.19% 22,518 22,518 Facility Utilities 854 854 285 285 569 2,277 6,180 36.85% 2,277 2,277 Telephone 2,014 1,047 1,020 2,067 4,081 0 -100.00% 4,081 4,081 Supplies 3,452 4,716 1,173 1,436 2,609 10,777 17,640 61.09% 10,777 10,777 Advertising & Public Relations 15 15 2,400 0.63% 15 15 Reproduction & Printing 60 396 456 2,400 19.00% 456 456 Postage 298 298 298 300 99.33% 298 298 Dues, Subscriptions & Publications 1,139 703 2,552 2,332 4,884 6,726 20,000 33.63% 6,726 6,726 License & Permits 500 0.00% Professional Services 27,262 39,839 6,300 5,903 12,203 79,304 216,328 36.66% 79,304 79,304 Legal Services 5,000 0.00% Auditing Services 2,400 16,310 18,710 36,110 51.81% 18,710 18,710 Bank Fee / CC Fees 3,500 0.00% Transit Management - No Shore 20,000 20,000 20,000 100.00% 20,000 20,000 Training 450 575 3,035 3,035 4,060 5,800 70.00% 4,060 4,060 Travel 450 384 32 1,868 1,900 2,733 16,500 16.57% 2,733 2,733 Taxes 2,769 1,502 1,502 4,271 8,000 53.38% 4,271 4,271 Miscellaneous Expenses 334 690 214 136 349 1,374 5,000 27.48% 1,374 1,374Total Operating 108,070 166,054 47,320 51,193 98,514 372,638 629,384 59.21% 371,390 1,248 372,638

Capital Outlay Office & Equipment over $5000 Office & Equipment under $5000 2,546 2,546 24,000 10.61% 2,546 2,546 CIP over $5000 Reimbursed Capital ExpensesTotal Capital Outlay 2,546 0 0 0 0 2,546 24,000 0.00% 2,546 0 2,546

Actual vs Budget Program YTDGeneral Fund Activity

ATTACHMENT A


Tahoe Transportation DistrictGeneral Fund

Statement of OperationsJuly 1, 2016 through February 2017

Interest Interest Expense 3,000 0.00%Total Interest Expense 0 0 0 0 0 0 3,000 0.00% 0 0 0

Other Financing Sources Preventive Maint (In) Capital Outlay (In) Out Transfer (In) OutTotal Other Financing Sources 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% 0 0 0

TOTAL EXPENSES 110,616 166,054 47,320 51,193 98,514 375,184 656,384 57.16% 373,936 1,248 375,184

Increase/(Decrease) to Net Position 34,928 -62,699 25,827 -17,994 7,833 -19,938 44,474 -44.83% -18,690 -1,248 -19,938

ATTACHMENT A


Tahoe Transportation DistrictCIP Fund

Statement of OperationsJuly 1, 2016 through February 28, 2017


DATE

Board Approved

Budget Var % PLHD / STP FTAPlacer Cty /

ATP Prop 1B Bikeway VPPP Program TotalRevenuesCapital Grant & Contributions FTA 5303 45,522 185,068 5,748 5,748 236,338 324,713 72.78% 236,338 236,338 FTA 5310 53,536 53,536 31,653 169.13% 53,536 53,536 FTA 5311 114,573 0.00% Public Lands Highways Discretionary (PLHD) 87,800 20,082 107,882 194,323 55.52% 107,882 107,882 Scenic Byways 1,706,350 0.00% Transportation Alternatives Pgm (TAP) 546,212 0.00% Surface Transportation Pgm (STP) 77,012 74,072 35,750 109,822 186,834 1,658,250 0.00% 186,834 186,834 Active Transportation Pgm (ATP) 1,341,456 0.00% Federal Highways - Rec Trails 1,430 1,430 1,430 1,430 Prop 1B 25,889 23,161 14,233 16,069 30,302 79,352 503,747 15.75% 79,352 79,352 Question 1 27,851 68,368 4,962 4,770 9,732 105,950 1,646,500 6.43% 105,950 105,950 Value Pricing Pilot Program 934 1,238 55 55 2,227 150,120 0.00% 2,227 2,227 Contributions 17,460 11,896 5,060 14 5,074 34,430 1,938,484 1.78% 25,953 7,920 557 34,430Total Capital Grants & Contributions 205,456 441,790 104,075 56,657 160,732 807,978 10,156,381 7.96% 294,715 289,874 25,953 79,352 115,300 2,784 807,978

Special Items Interest Revenue 82 60 17 15 33 175 -100.00% 7 93 75 175Total Special Items 82 60 17 15 33 175 0 -100.00% 0 0 7 0 93 75 175

TOTAL REVENUES 205,538 441,850 104,092 56,672 160,765 808,153 10,156,381 7.96% 294,715 289,874 25,960 79,352 115,393 2,859 808,153

Expenses Personnel 59,618 63,258 15,600 11,716 27,316 150,192 665,055 22.58% 66,229 30,865 10,798 40,316 1,984 150,192 Contract Services 108,095 284,163 69,792 26,788 96,580 488,838 8,661,972 5.64% 202,568 200,932 14,767 69,771 800 488,838 Reproduction & Printing 3,600 0.00% Rent Meeting Room 135 135 5,250 2.57% 135 135 Supplies 1,075 0.00% Advertising / Outreach 670 5,808 730 730 7,208 12,000 60.06% 6,538 670 7,208 Postage 2,575 0.00% Professional Services 21,398 6,484 2,500 15,854 18,354 46,236 35,000 132.10% 46,236 46,236 Training 6,100 0.00% Travel - Per Diem 230 230 10,025 2.30% 115 115 230 Travel - Commercial Air 4,000 0.00% Travel - Auto 79 79 12,810 0.61% 26 53 79 ICAP - 10% 10,875 11,931 4,449 1,355 5,804 28,610 114,446 25.00% 19,380 3,736 448 5,045 28,610Total Operating 200,965 371,778 92,342 56,442 148,784 721,527 9,533,908 7.57% 294,715 236,338 26,154 46,236 115,300 2,784 721,527

Capital Outlay Equipment over $5000 66,920 66,920 564,973 11.84% 53,536 13,384 66,920 Equipment under $5000 4,491 3,293 11,733 215 11,948 19,732 57,500 34.32% 19,732 19,732 Reimb Capital Expenses -4,491 -70,213 -11,733 -215 -11,948 -86,652 -614,973 14.09% -53,536 -33,116 -86,652Total Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0 0 7,500 0.00% 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Other Financing Sources Preventive Maint (In) 0.00% Capital Outlay (In) Out 4,491 70,213 11,733 215 11,948 86,652 614,973 14.09% 53,536 33,116 86,652 Transfer (In) Out 0.00%Total Other Financing Sources 4,491 70,213 11,733 215 11,948 86,652 614,973 14.09% 0 53,536 0 33,116 0 0 86,652

TOTAL EXPENSES 205,456 441,991 104,075 56,657 160,732 808,179 10,156,381 7.96% 294,715 289,874 26,154 79,352 115,300 2,784 808,179

Increase/(Decrease) to Net Position 82 -141 17 15 33 -26 0 -100.00% 0 0 -193 0 93 75 -26

Actual vs Budget Program YTDCIP Fund

ATTACHMENT A


Tahoe Transportation DistrictTransit Fund



DATE

Board Approved

Budget Var %S. Shore

Ops ESEMobility

Mgmt CMAQProgram

TotalRevenuesGrants & Contributions

FTA 5311 - NDOT 516,651 378,982 143,998 139,468 283,465 1,179,098 1,757,463 67.09% 1,109,913 52,226 16,959 1,179,098

FTA 5307 261,063 129,986 111,835 241,821 502,884 1,228,636 40.93% 502,489 395 502,884

FTA 5310 - Caltrans 18,925 23,896 9,913 10,457 20,370 63,192 98,652 64.06% 63,192 63,192

Older Americans Act - Area 4 11,153 9,510 1,345 2,857 4,202 24,865 50,000 49.73% 24,865 24,865

CMAQ - Cal Trans 47,806 10,019 57,825 98,000 59.01% 57,825 57,825

CMAA-Cty Based Medi Cal 1,200 0.00%

RTAP - Cal Trans/NDOT 0.00%

TDA - LTF 216,148 216,148 72,049 72,049 144,098 576,394 864,591 66.67% 576,394 576,394

TDA - STA 78,831 67,007 20,365 20,365 40,730 186,568 315,322 59.17% 186,568 186,568

Nv State Parks 21,211 395 627 627 22,233 73,726 30.16% 22,233 22,233

Ca Low Carbon Transit Ops 50,504 50,504 74,269 68.00% 50,504 50,504

Contributions 262,025 313,113 75,148 75,318 150,466 725,604 1,103,192 65.77% 711,212 14,393 725,604

Total Grants & Contributions 1,223,255 1,280,133 453,431 432,348 885,779 3,389,167 5,665,051 59.83% 3,137,081 74,853 119,408 57,825 3,389,167

Charges for Services

FareBox Revenue 159,119 112,284 28,623 33,476 62,099 333,503 527,150 63.27% 299,177 23,630 10,695 333,503

Pass Sales 24,532 26,063 4,170 11,606 15,776 66,371 117,500 56.49% 66,371 66,371

Advertising Revenue 1,500 0.00%

Total Charges for Services 183,651 138,347 32,793 45,082 77,875 399,874 646,150 61.89% 365,548 23,630 10,695 0 399,874

Special Items

Sale of Fixed Assets 650 650 -100.00% 650 650

Miscellaneous 72,799 9 8 9 17 72,824 -100.00% 72,823 1 72,824

Insurance Claim Revenue 500 1,000 1,618 1,618 3,118 -100.00% 3,118 3,118

Interest Revenue 149 67 26 0 27 242 480 50.49% 242 242

Total Special Items 74,097 1,076 34 1,628 1,661 76,835 480 15661.13% 76,834 1 0 0 76,835

TOTAL REVENUES 1,481,003 1,419,557 486,258 479,058 965,316 3,865,876 6,311,681 61.25% 3,579,463 98,485 130,103 57,825 3,865,876

Expenses

Operating

Personnel 773,722 733,460 309,914 297,966 607,880 2,115,063 4,058,958 52.11% 1,977,086 52,964 85,013 2,115,063 Contract Services 5,747 5,493 965 1,891 2,856 14,095 33,414 42.18% 14,095 14,095 Vehicle Fuel 77,922 74,572 38,538 35,127 73,666 226,160 492,691 45.90% 214,357 5,875 5,928 226,160 Sales Tax on Fuel 311 286 597 4,000 14.93% 597 597 Repair and Maintenance 106,662 92,151 53,751 32,977 86,728 285,540 365,580 78.11% 282,363 3,177 285,540 Insurance 81,157 80,821 27,189 27,080 54,269 216,247 295,480 73.18% 204,337 6,276 5,634 216,247 Reproduction & Printing 4,819 4,222 9,041 17,066 52.98% 9,041 9,041 Facility Rent 38,037 33,506 12,251 11,846 24,096 95,639 147,514 64.83% 85,300 8,240 2,099 95,639 Facility Utilities 13,428 15,170 8,913 5,198 14,110 42,708 70,696 60.41% 39,387 2,380 941 42,708 Telephone 6,850 10,251 2,620 2,927 5,547 22,648 27,200 83.26% 22,065 583 22,648

Actual vs Budget Program YTDTO Fund Activity

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DATE

Board Approved

Budget Var %S. Shore

Ops ESEMobility

Mgmt CMAQProgram

Total

Actual vs Budget Program YTDTO Fund Activity

Expenses Continued Supplies 28,263 17,778 4,177 6,278 10,455 56,496 8,221 687.22% 56,485 12 56,496 Advertising & Public Relations 6,195 3,053 15 274 289 9,537 59,057 16.15% 2,018 1,650 794 5,075 9,537 License & Permits 40 2,614 614 3,228 3,268 2,643 123.65% 3,268 3,268 Dues, Subscriptions and Publications 1,066 1,440 2,506 2,506 3,600 69.61% 2,506 2,506 Professional Services 42,104 32,476 14,229 15,068 29,297 103,877 187,033 55.54% 86,354 13,160 4,363 103,877 Bank Fees 1,077 1,075 393 350 742 2,894 3,900 74.20% 2,894 2,894 Training 675 6,130 6,805 15,325 44.40% 6,805 6,805 Travel 8,116 3,894 883 586 1,469 13,479 17,094 78.85% 13,182 296 13,479 Reimbursed Travel 806 806 -100.00% 806 806 Miscellaneous Expenses -17 -40 48 48 -9 5,000 -0.18% -9 -9 FareBox Replacement 44,036 8,714 52,750 85,000 62.06% 52,750 52,750 ICAP - 10% 92,345 73,038 30,085 28,978 59,063 224,446 400,675 56.02% 209,295 7,927 7,224 224,446 Depreciation Expense 188,020 189,440 62,935 58,033 120,968 498,428 805,804 61.85% 498,428 498,428Total Operating 1,519,467 1,386,336 570,584 526,633 1,097,217 4,003,020 7,105,951 56.33% 3,716,565 98,484 130,147 57,825 4,003,020

Capital Outlay Equipment under $5000 4,491 3,369 11,733 215 11,948 19,808 55,000 36.01% 19,808 19,808 Disposal of Fixed Assets 25,618 25,618 -100.00% 25,618 25,618 Reimbursed Capital Expenses 0.00%Total Capital Outlay 30,108 3,369 11,733 215 11,948 45,425 55,000 82.59% 45,425 0 0 0 45,425

Other Financing Sources Preventive Maint (In) Capital Outlay (In) Out -15,792 -70,213 -11,733 -215 -11,948 -97,954 -614,973 15.93% -97,954 -97,954 Transfer (In) Out 0.00%Total Other Financing Sources -15,792 -70,213 -11,733 -215 -11,948 -97,954 -614,973 15.93% -97,954 0 0 0 -97,954

TOTAL EXPENSES 1,533,783 1,319,492 570,584 526,633 1,097,217 3,950,492 6,545,978 60.35% 3,664,036 98,484 130,147 57,825 3,950,492

Increase/(Decrease) to Net Position -52,780 100,065 -84,326 -47,575 -131,901 -84,616 -234,297 36.11% -84,573 1 -44 0 -84,616

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Operations ScheduleJuly 1, 2016 through February 28, 2017


DATE

Board Approved

BudgetRevenuesGrants & Contributions

FTA 5311 - NDOT 516,651 378,982 143,998 139,468 283,465 1,179,098 1,757,463

FTA 5307 261,063 129,986 111,835 241,821 502,884 1,228,636

FTA 5310 - Caltrans 18,925 23,896 9,913 10,457 20,370 63,192 98,652

Older Americans Act - Area 4 11,153 9,510 1,345 2,857 4,202 24,865 50,000

CMAQ - Cal Trans 47,806 10,019 57,825 98,000

CMAA-Cty Based Medi Cal 1,200

RTAP - Cal Trans/NDOT

TDA - LTF 216,148 216,148 72,049 72,049 144,098 576,394 864,591

TDA - STA 78,831 67,007 20,365 20,365 40,730 186,568 315,322

Nv State Parks 21,211 395 627 627 22,233 73,726

Ca Low Carbon Transit Ops 50,504 50,504 74,269

Contributions 262,025 313,113 75,148 75,318 150,466 725,604 1,103,192

Total Grants & Contributions 1,223,255 1,280,133 453,431 432,348 885,779 3,389,167 5,665,051

Charges for Services

FareBox Revenue 159,119 112,284 28,623 33,476 62,099 333,503 527,150

Pass Sales 24,532 26,063 4,170 11,606 15,776 66,371 117,500

Advertising Revenue 1,500

Total Charges for Services 183,651 138,347 32,793 45,082 77,875 399,874 646,150

Total Operating Revenues 1,406,906 1,418,480 486,224 477,430 963,654 3,789,041 6,311,201

Expenses

Operating

Personnel 773,722 733,460 309,914 297,966 607,880 2,115,063 4,058,958 Contract Services 5,747 5,493 965 1,891 2,856 14,095 33,414 Vehicle Fuel 77,922 74,572 38,538 35,127 73,666 226,160 492,691 Sales Tax on Fuel 311 286 597 4,000 Repair and Maintenance 106,662 92,151 53,751 32,977 86,728 285,540 365,580 Insurance 81,157 80,821 27,189 27,080 54,269 216,247 295,480 Reproduction & Printing 4,819 4,222 9,041 17,066 Facility Rent 38,037 33,506 12,251 11,846 24,096 95,639 147,514 Facility Utilities 13,428 15,170 8,913 5,198 14,110 42,708 70,696 Telephone 6,850 10,251 2,620 2,927 5,547 22,648 27,200 Supplies 28,263 17,778 4,177 6,278 10,455 56,496 8,221 Advertising & Public Relations 6,195 3,053 15 274 289 9,537 59,057 License & Permits 40 2,614 614 3,228 3,268 2,643 Dues, Subscriptions and Publications 1,066 1,440 2,506 2,506 3,600 Professional Services 42,104 32,476 14,229 15,068 29,297 103,877 187,033 Bank Fees 1,077 1,075 393 350 742 2,894 3,900 Training 675 6,130 6,805 15,325 Travel 8,116 3,894 883 586 1,469 13,479 17,094 Reimbursed Travel 806 806 Miscellaneous Expenses -17 -40 48 48 -9 5,000 FareBox Replacement 44,036 8,714 52,750 85,000 ICAP - 10% 92,345 73,038 30,085 28,978 59,063 224,446 400,675Total Operating Expenses 1,331,447 1,196,896 507,650 468,600 976,250 3,504,593 6,300,147

Increase/(Decrease) to Cash Position 75,459 221,584 -21,426 8,831 -12,595 284,448 11,054

TO Fund Activity Actual vs Budget

ATTACHMENT A


RN/ja AGENDA ITEM: VII.B.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 12, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Authorize the Procurement of Multi-Year Contract(s) for Professional Public

Outreach Consulting Services for the Capital Improvement Program and Projects, Transit Services, and Related Programs

Actions Requested: Staff requests the Board authorize the procurement of consultant services for professional public outreach, including campaign strategy, public relations, marketing and advertising, and website management. The selected firm or firms will provide these services for TTD’s capital improvement program and projects, transit services, and related programs. Fiscal Analysis: Staff estimates that the total costs for these outreach consulting services could range between $250,000 and $500,000 for any given fiscal year. All expenditures associated with this item for the next fiscal year will be available in the proposed fiscal year 2018 budget. Expenditures associated with the consulting services will be funded through Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) funds, Alternative Transportation Program (ATP) grant funds, Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) grant funds, Nevada Q1 Bond funds, transit grant funds and other available funding sources that have been awarded to TTD. Work Program Impact: All work associated with this effort will be captured under respective elements of the proposed FY 2018 Work Program, and corresponding allotted staff time. Future years will be captured in the future FY budgets. Background: Over the past seven years, TTD has used a carefully crafted, extensive public outreach effort to systematically gather information, help guide program and project decisions, inform the public of progress, and maintain TTD’s positive perception in the Basin. These efforts have been an important part of the success that TTD has had in accomplishing its program and projects, and Staff feels similar efforts will be an important part of future TTD success and should be continued. Four major projects have been part of TTD’s approved Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Those four projects are the SR89/Fanny Bridge Community Revitalization Project (SR89 Fanny Project), which includes the Meeks Bay Bike Path project (Meeks Project), the US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project (US50 Project), the Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bikeway Project (NV Bikeway Project), and the Crosslake Ferry Project (Ferry Project).



The SR89 Fanny Project is in the construction phase. Central Federal Lands Highway Division-Federal Highway Administration (CFLHD-FHWA) has awarded the construction contract to Martin Brothers, Inc. with full mobilization expected in spring 2017. The Meeks Project is expected to go to bid this year. TTD was allocated Active Transportation Program (ATP) Grant funds at the March 2017 California Transportation Committee meeting. A portion of the ATP funds are planned to be used to fund the construction outreach efforts for the SR89 Fanny Project. The US 50 Project is currently in the Public Draft Environmental document review and comment period. In June 2016, TTD was awarded CA and NV STBG Program funds for the US 50 Project. The STBG funds are formula funds that have become available for the Tahoe Basin with the new urban designation in the federal Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act. For Tahoe, the funds come through the two states dependent on the project location after the Tahoe Metropolitan Planning Organization determines what is to be programmed. The first of these funds were released for use on the project in September 2016. This new multi-year funding stream will allow TTD to complete the PAED, continue the Public Outreach efforts, complete the project design, and start the right-of-way process. The NV Bikeway Project is in various phases along the east shore of the Lake. The South Demonstration Project has been completed, the North Demonstration Project is in construction, and the Central Corridor Project is in the environmental and preliminary engineering phase. The Q1 Bond is one of the funding sources being used for the North Demonstration Project. In June 2016, TTD was awarded NV STBG Program funds for the Central Corridor Project. The Ferry Project has previously started the environmental review process. Studies have been complete for the vessel and the shoreline improvements needed. The environmental documentation stalled due to funding restrictions. However, TTD was awarded CMAQ grant funds to re-start the environmental document. In addition to CIP project support, the public outreach efforts have also supported certain TTD transit services. These efforts include support and roll-out of the Transit Master Plans, East Shore Express marketing, and service outreach, to name a few. Discussion: Previously, the public outreach consulting services have been selected and awarded through the blanket RFQ process used for many consulting services. An indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract was awarded and Task Orders provided as needed. However, for these types of services, a Request for Proposals (RFP) selection specific to outreach efforts is necessary going forward as it best fits funding source requirements. The RFP will include specific services required of the TTD outreach team, including a campaign strategist, public relations, marketing and advertising, and website management. Staff will annually review project and program needs, budgets, and available staff time to determine the appropriate levels of effort for each FY. Upon Board authorization, Staff will proceed with the procurement by issuing solicitation documents for these services. Staff will review the submitted proposals, develop a short list, hold interviews with the short-listed teams, and negotiate a contract with the selected firm. The contract is expected to be three years, with two one-year extension options.



After the procurement process is complete, Staff will return to the Board with a recommendation of award to the firm or firms that will provide the best value to TTD for these services, along with contract(s) for Board approval. Staff is aiming to award at the July 2017 Board meeting. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Russ Nygaard at (775) 589-5503 or [email protected].


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MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Review and Accept the Quarterly Transit Report for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year

2017 Action Requested: It is requested the Board review and accept the quarterly transit report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2017. Background: This report summarizes the quarterly status and efforts of TTD’s transit program. Highlights: Operations and Maintenance pulled together to deliver safe service under extreme weather

conditions with minimal staffing Increase in ridership from Q3 2016 to Q3 2017 of 16% Electric buses approved Transfer of used fleet from Las Vegas to TTD approved Staffing challenges continue Shop Street facility snow removal challenges New winter program developed with Heavenly working well

Transit Operations Report: Transit ridership in the second quarter was down compared to last year. The culprit was likely a lack of early snow that kept skiers and snowboarders home. However, that changed the first week of January 2017. South Lake Tahoe received nearly 11 feet of snow this quarter at lake level – an increase of 43% above average. The area's transportation system was heavily impacted in both California and Nevada. There were several days when routes were reduced, rerouted, or suspended entirely. A summary of January impacts is below:

• NV SR 207 closed January 3 through 6 and January 8 due to a large sinkhole. • Widespread flooding began on January 7 in both low and high elevations; continued

through January 12 in lower elevations, impacting US 50 and US 395 and various Nevada state routes.



• Blizzard conditions in high elevations caused multiple road and pass closures January 8 through 12, and again January 22 and 23.

• Commuter bus routes were completely suspended for much of the day starting January 9 through January 12 and again on January 23.

• Route 23, ADA+, STS, and most winter shuttles were suspended on January 10. • Complete suspension of all TTD transit services effective noon on January 22 due to

current and expected weather and road conditions. This notice applied to all winter routes serving Heavenly, routes 50, 53, 23, 20x, 19x, and all demand response services.

• TTD operated on limited service on January 23.

Stormy weather continued through February and March. Back-to-back major storms left the roads narrow and difficult to negotiate safely. City, County, and State snow removal resources focused on maintaining access for emergency vehicles – a task made more difficult by dwindling areas for snow storage and illegally parked or stranded vehicles. TTD staff remained flexible and dedicated, ensuring safe service was provided to the greatest extent possible.

Because of the storms, a State of emergency was declared for all municipalities within the Basin in January.

With snow storage areas full, parking became an issue at the Stateline Transit Center. Many of the areas designated for commercial vehicles were unusable due to snow accumulation. Heavy use of the winter shuttles complicated operations with pedestrian, commercial, and private vehicles all operating in designated transit areas.

With premier snow conditions, Heavenly received a spike in visitors and parking staff struggled to maintain order. At times, transit shuttles were re-routed to avoid poorly parked private vehicles.

Traffic issues plagued movement in and around South Lake Tahoe as visitor congestion was aggravated by multiple I-80 closures in early January and early March. On multiple occasions, I-80

was closed in both directions due to white-out conditions and/or mudslides/avalanches. US 50 on the East Shore closed due to rock slides. US 50 closed between Echo Summit and Placerville due to mudslides and roadway washout. And, US 50, SR 89, and SR 88 all experienced multiple pass closures due to adverse conditions. The impacts of these closures created epic traffic jams.



TTD began recruiting for winter operations in the fall of 2016. Winter operations increase TTD’s transit service hours by 54% and requires an influx of additional staff. Tahoe is typically a challenging recruiting environment for drivers. This season was particularly difficult with housing availability and affordability topping the list of concerns for perspective seasonal staff. Due to staffing shortages, over 15.5% of hours worked this quarter (c. 5,100 hours) were overtime. Fleet & Facilities: Maintenance Technicians completed 694 work orders this quarter and responded to 73 road calls for service. The amount of road calls is indicative of the condition of the fleet. While fleet reliability is improving, over 52% of TTD’s fleet is beyond its federal useful life. With a marked rise in aggressive homeless persons at the Y Transit Center, TTD made the tough choice to close the lobby to the public in early January until a solution can be found. TTD’s Transit Information Officer was threatened multiple times, culminating with an individual stalking him home. Three months after TTD’s closure of the site, an altercation at the Y Transit Center resulted in a stabbing that sent four men to the hospital. TTD is currently working with the City of South Lake Tahoe’s Police Department, Raley’s management, and the Alliance Properties, which controls the pads for the adjacent shopping center, to craft a solution. In the interim, TTD has removed staffing from the site due to safety concerns. When safe conditions are restored to the Y Transit Center, TTD is ready to re-open. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact George Fink at (775) 589-5325 or [email protected].

Route January February March Q3 2017 Totals % +/- vs. Q3 2016

Ridge 23 8,915 7,292 6,300 22,507 -9%SLT 50 15,713 15,235 16,319 47,267 8%SLT 53 11,309 11,514 12,472 35,295 -9%

Minden - Carson 19X 509 582 835 1,926 16%SLT - Minden 20X 1,385 1,764 2,069 5,218 31%SLT - Carson 21X - - - - n/aOverall Commuter Routes 1,894 2,346 2,904 7,144 -40%

East Shore 28 - - - - n/aWest Shore 30 - - - - n/aSki Shuttles 10-15 110,460 102,781 63,903 277,144 28%

Demand Response 1,304 1,346 1,452 4,102 0%

System Total 149,595 140,514 103,350 393,459 16%

Farebox 33,612$ 33,654$ 35,711$ 102,977$ -4%

System Ridership - Q3 2017



RN/ja AGENDA ITEM: VII.D.

MEMORANDUM Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Authorize the Procurement of Consultant Services to Update the Final Report –

Economic Analysis of US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project dated June 7, 2013

Action Requested: Staff requests the TTD Board of Directors authorize the procurement of consultant services to update the Final Report – Economic Analysis of US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project dated June 7, 2013. Fiscal Impact: Staff estimates the cost to update the report could range between $25,000 and $80,000. These costs and the staff time needed to administer the contract are expected to be paid for through the Surface Transportation Block Grant funds, and will be accounted for in the approved FY 2018 Work Program. Background: In 2013, TTD hired Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (EPS) to prepare a report to analyze the economic impacts that could be expected from the US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project (US 50 Project). The report was prepared, reviewed and finalized with cooperation and input from a business review committee representing various private business interests in the community. The intent of the report was to aid TTD in developing the most beneficial project for the community, and understanding the business case for the project. The Executive Summary of the report is attached (Attachment A). The report concluded that the US 50 Project would have a tremendously positive impact on the South Shore economy. The key findings included the following:

• The South Shore economy is in decline and needs to reinvent itself to more effectively compete with other resort areas.

• Successful retail industries require walkability and a mix of shopping, dining and recreation options.

• A “main-street” or “complete-street” district at Stateline is fundamental to revitalizing the South Shore, and it requires removing fast-moving, pass-through traffic from the existing roadway.


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• The project would increase the appeal of the South Shore area and help generate market support and new investment for other projects.

• Short-term risks to existing businesses during construction would not affect overall long-term economic conditions in South Shore, would constitute less than two percent of total retail activity in the City of South Lake Tahoe, and there would be a short recovery period.

• The project presents an opportunity to stem economic declines in South Shore and provide long-term benefits.

• The Stateline area has characteristics that reduce the potential for negative impacts that might be caused by a highway realignment, such as a high degree of repeat customers (who are not susceptible to a change in traffic patterns) and the tourist-oriented nature of the businesses (favorable to a pedestrian-friendly and walkable environment).

The original report conservatively estimated that the US 50 Project would increase total annual retail sales in the Stateline area by approximately $16 million to $25 million, and that the project was an important factor in determining whether or not South Shore would ultimately realize the more than $1 billion dollars of private construction activity planned for the area. Discussion: Staff recommends that the report be updated in order to provide current analysis and information for use in developing the most beneficial project for the community, completing the project decision process. The original report was highly effective in building the business case for the US 50 Project, and in establishing the overwhelming support that the project now has in the South Shore area. Staff believes that an updated report will be similarly effective in continuing to build upon that support. Specifically, Staff recommends that the report be updated to reflect the changes in economic conditions and economic performance in the South Shore area that have occurred since 2013. Other changes could include estimates of the short-term and long-term impacts to jobs and employment in the South Shore area, tax revenues, and infrastructure funding opportunities. The report could also analyze the economic impacts of the expanded housing opportunities that the project could now create. The ultimate scope of the update would be determined through negotiations with the selected firm and budgetary constraints. Upon Board authorization, Staff will proceed with the procurement and return to the Board with a recommendation of award to the firm that will provide the best value to TTD. Staff estimates that it will take approximately three to four months for the selected firm to complete the update after it receives notice to proceed. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Russ Nygaard at (775) 589-5500 or at [email protected]. Attachment:

A. Executive Summary of Final Report – Economic Analysis of US 50/South Shore Community Revitalization Project



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CH/ja AGENDA ITEM: VIII.A.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Informational Presentation on the Construction of the Nevada State Route 28

North Demonstration Project of the Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bike Trail by the Nevada Department of Transportation and Acknowledgement of Partnership

Action Requested: This is an informational item to update the Board on the final design and construction of the Nevada State Route 28 North Demonstration Project (North Demo) project by Nevada Department of Transportation’s (NDOT) project manager Nick Johnson, and an opportunity to acknowledge the partnership between NDOT and TTD. Background: TTD initiated the design and development of the North Demo project as part of its work program at the Board’s request beginning in 2009. TTD saw the project through 30% design, environmental, permitting, and funding. With the programming decision on TTD’s request for Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) funds to compliment the local and state funds for the North Demo, the decision on who would be the lead for final design and construction fell to NDOT. NDOT is using the Construction Manager at Risk method of project delivery where the contractor was brought into the final design process to minimize construction risks and costs based on their experience. Last fall, the first phase, which included the pedestrian under highway crossing and trailhead, was built. Now, the balance of the three mile project which includes the shared use path, parking and highway water quality improvements, other safety improvements, and conduit for future fiber optic cable begins. The project is expected to be completed by the end of next year’s construction season. Discussion: Mr. Johnson will share a presentation with the Board on the project, along with an animated fly through. He will be available to answer any questions on behalf of NDOT. Staff will also be available to speak to TTD’s continuing role and the tie-in with the next phase, completing the path from Sand Harbor to the intersection with US 50.

Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Carl Hasty at [email protected] or (775) 589-5501.



RN/ja AGENDA ITEM: VIII.B.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Authorize Procurement and Award of Contract to Wood Rodgers, Inc. for

Environmental Analysis and Preliminary Engineering Services on the Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bikeway – Phase 3 Central Corridor Project

Action Requested: Staff requests that the Board authorize procurement and award of a contract to Wood Rodgers, Inc. to provide environmental analysis and preliminary engineering services to complete the Project Approval and Environmental Document (PAED) Phase of the Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bikeway – Phase 3 Central Corridor Project. Fiscal Analysis: All expenditures associated with this request are accounted for in the approved FY17 budget and will be in the proposed FY18 budget. Expenditures associated with the consulting services are available through prior award of Nevada Q1 State Bond monies and IVGID contributions. Work Program Analysis: All work associated with this effort is captured under respective elements of the approved FY17 Work Program and corresponding allotted staff time and will be accounted for in the proposed FY 18 Work Program. Background: The Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bikeway – Phase 3 Central Corridor Project (Project) includes the construction of eight miles of new shared use path from Sand Harbor to Spooner at the junction with US 50, including retaining walls and bridges. The Project includes public parking to alleviate congestion on SR28 and provide access to the existing recreation trails. The parking will serve as trailhead parking for the proposed Nevada Stateline to Stateline Bikeway. The Project also includes relocation of shoulder parking through the expansion of no parking zones, including signage and physical barriers in select areas to prohibit parking where drivers pull into the non-paved areas. Permanent location of the Boat Inspection Station, currently located at the intersection of US 50 and SR 28, is also included in the Project. TTD, the United States Forest Service (USFS), and the Incline Village General Improvement District (IVGID) are cooperating on the Project. At TTD’s October 10, 2014 meeting, Staff presented the results of a fatal flaw analysis which showed that co-location of the Phase 3 bikeway and IVGID’s sewer effluent export line is feasible. Lumos has completed the 30% design. At its May 8, 2015 meeting, TTD’s Board authorized Staff to execute an agreement with USFS to provide technical services for the environmental analysis and documentation for the


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Project. USFS completed certain biological field surveys for the Project during the 2016 season. Those surveys will be completed in the 2017 season. Discussion: The Project requires NEPA and TRPA environmental clearances. TTD will enter into an agreement with USFS to complete the NEPA/TRPA environmental document, as authorized by TTD’s Board at its May 8, 2015 meeting. USFS will complete the NEPA analysis and documentation. TTD will contract with Wood Rodgers to complete the TRPA analysis and documentation that USFS cannot due to capacity constraints. The contract with Wood Rodgers will also include preliminary engineering tasks for constructability review and value engineering in an effort to take advantage of the lessons learned from the North Demonstration project and refine the preferred project and path alignment, and verify the Area of Potential Effects. Wood Rodgers’ work will then be inserted into the USFS document to create a single combined NEPA/TRPA environmental document that will be carried forward for approval. Wood Rodgers’ project manager, Derek Kirkland, will also augment TTD Staff efforts and provide grant and project funding support, stakeholder and agency coordination, and reporting functions. Staff determined that the work to complete the PAED Phase and environmental document sections should be awarded to Wood Rodgers due to its unique history and knowledge of the project and previous experience with similar document coordination with USFS. There was one other firm that could have potentially performed the work; Staff negotiated with that firm as well but the costs would have been nearly double Wood Rodgers’ costs. In light of the unique working relationship that will be necessary between TTD, USFS and the contractor, other competitive procedures would have been infeasible as Wood Rogers and the other firm were the only ones that could complete the work without a substantial increase in support costs and schedule delay to TTD and USFS. The cost of the contract with Wood Rogers shall not exceed $159,600. Staff performed a cost analysis to evaluate specific cost elements of Wood Rogers’ cost proposal. This included review of the labor rates to ensure reasonable overhead and profit were incorporated, as well as the appropriateness of the labor hours expected for tasks. Staff has determined that the price is fair and reasonable. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Russ Nygaard at (775) 589-5503 or [email protected].


JS/ja AGENDA ITEM: VIII.C.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Authorize an Increase of $500,000 to the TTD’s Line of Credit with Nevada State

Bank for a Total Amount of $1,000,000 for Purposes of Cash Flow Management for District Operations Related to Capital Project Construction

Action Requested: Staff is requesting the Board approve and authorize the District Manager to execute an increase of $500,000 to the Line of Credit (LOC) agreement with Nevada State Bank (NSB). The LOC is currently established at $500,000 for the purposes of capital project construction demand in the upcoming fiscal year (FY 2018). Fiscal Analysis: TTD is in good financial standing and the LOC serves as a mechanism to support cash flow while waiting for grant reimbursements. Staff is anticipating that TTD will have a cash shortage to fulfill its match obligations during the FY18 construction season because of construction activity. The interest incurred from the LOC is included in the up-coming proposed general fund budget totaling $40,000 and the additional fees for the increase will be incurred to the General Fund in the fiscal year. Background: Upon District Board approval on January 13, 2012, the District entered into a Loan Agreement with NSB to establish a $500,000 line of credit. The initial loan matured on January 25, 2013 and has been renewed annually for the past four years. The current LOC will mature on March 7, 2018. Currently, there is a zero balance on the LOC, however, Staff projects that TTD will be relying more heavily on the LOC this summer as CIP projects continue to move forward towards construction and transit operations relies on expenses being paid quicker than when was invoiced by a contractor. Discussion: The District is anticipating the need of cash flow assistance for very busy summer and fall seasons. Projects include the Stateline to Stateline Bikeway, Meeks Bay Bikeway, Fanny Bridge Construction and US 50 Revitalization. All the funding grants for these projects, along with transit operation grants, are set up on a reimbursement basis resulting in cash flow challenges. To help manage the cash flow needs, the District is requesting the LOC be increased by $500,000 to $1,000,000. The current agreement requires no guarantees or collateral and is


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contingent upon a loan sweep of accounts arrangement, which is a form of automatic repayment. The loan fees to increase the LOC are estimated to be $1,650. The interest rate for the past year was the Wall Street Journal Prime plus 3%, with a floor of 6%. The current Prime rate is 4% so the current rate NSB would charge is 7%. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Joanie Schmitt at (775) 589-5507 or [email protected].


CH/ja AGENDA ITEM: VIII.D.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Update on Release of Draft Environmental Analysis to the Public for the US 50

South Shore Community Revitalization Project and Informational Presentation Action Requested: This is an informational item only and no Board action is requested at this time. Fiscal Analysis: All expenditures associated with this item are accounted for in the 2016/17 Work Program and associated budget. Work Program Analysis: This project is included in the work program and the TTD’s Capital Improvement Program. All work associated with this effort will be captured under respective elements of the existing Work Program and corresponding allotted staff time. Background: The US 50 South Shore Community Revitalization Project has been a major project in TTD’s work program since 2009. The environmental analysis has been prepared, completed the Administrative Draft Phase, and is now in the Public Draft Phase released to the public for a 75-day review period beginning on April 24, 2017. The public comment period is calendared to close on July 7, 2017. Discussion: The environmental analysis document is a joint document analyzing the potential impacts and mitigations for the proposed project and four other alternatives relevant to Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulatory requirements. The analysis report is about one thousand pages in length, plus technical appendices. The public comment period is intended to provide the public with the opportunity to read the document and comment on its technical adequacy per the three regulatory requirements.

TRPA is the lead agency for its requirements in certifying and approving the document and project; TTD is the CEQA lead agency for the document and project; and the California Division of Federal Highways is the lead agency for NEPA and the subsequent Record of Decision for the project.


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TTD staff will provide a brief informational presentation on the proposed project and its alternatives in anticipation of the public comment hearing scheduled for the June Board meeting. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Carl Hasty at [email protected] or (775) 589-5501.



CH/ja AGENDA ITEM: VIII.E.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Presentation and Discussion of the Draft Linking Tahoe: Corridor Management

Plan Concepts and Findings as Part of the TTD Implementation Planning Effort Related to Achieving the Regional Transportation Plan Goals and Objectives

Action Requested: It is requested the Board hear the presentation and review the materials for discussion and feedback to Staff on the draft document concepts and findings. Fiscal Analysis: All grant monies used to develop this plan have been expended. Work has continued to further refine and conclude the draft for adoption by the end of the current fiscal year. The general fund has covered staff costs for this continuing work. Work Program Analysis: All work for the conclusion of the draft and bringing it forward for adoption is in the current work program. Background: The draft Linking Tahoe: Corridor Management Plan (LTCMP) is the third implementation planning project developed by TTD. The three are the Linking Tahoe: Transit Master Plan, the TTD Short Range Transit Plan, and this plan. These pieces were produced in coordination with the updated Regional Transportation Plan prepared and adopted by TRPA last month at their board meeting. The LTCMP work began in FY 2015. It was prepared through contract with Stantec who won the bid with its proposal. The LTCMP is based on the approach and success of TTD’s SR 28 corridor plan. That implementing planning effort introduced the idea of seeking and developing more comprehensive corridor transportation solutions to address corridor needs. In so doing it meant securing the agreement of thirteen affected management agencies, and working with the public. With this model in mind TTD proposed to take the same approach to the rest of the basin as an easier way to focus and accelerate the implementation of needed improvements. Staff created six corridor segments for use in the plan development. The planning work was not to be completed at the detail level as the SR 28 model because funding and time was not available, but rather to provide insight and direction for the next level of implementation development.


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Discussion: Key conceptual approaches to the development to the corridor plan are as follows:

1. As noted in the discussion the basin is organized into six corridor segments with two external segments along the I-80 and US 50 corridors. This divides the proverbial “elephant”, but they are still large pieces. The data table (see attachment A) shows the distinctive parameters of each segment.

2. The key question to answer for each corridor is “What job or direction should be pursued for transportation in each segment?”

3. What does data, current and past plans tell us about needs and direction? 4. Identify opportunities, issues, agency stakeholders and others key to agreement on

direction. 5. Align transit master plan improvements by corridor segment. 6. Develop a ten-year implementation list as an installment of the RTP to focus on capital

and service improvements to support the transit master plan and meet corridor needs.

Further the “Linking Tahoe” approach addresses some previous planning insufficiencies by: • Addressing the fundamental issues generated from traffic, access, user conflicts, and

their subsequent environmental, quality of life, and economic impacts; • Embracing the fact that project development and implementation is complex so

approach projects accordingly; • Providing an umbrella document whereby each corridor can be addressed at a

contextual/watershed-level to understand all related environmental management actions needed which may affect transportation corridor decisions;

• Providing a living resource document and commitment to routinely update the plan as new projects and studies to support corridor goals are identified;

• Establishing then monitoring progress and achievement of baseline targets; and • Most importantly, using project charters and inter-local agreements to establish a

mechanism for implementation and continued agency coordination on a strategy to achieve corridor benefits.

Staff will present detailed findings and direction for each corridor segment at the Board meeting along with a proposed list for targeted capital projects and transit services by corridor for a ten-year period. The draft document will be available with the June agenda when Staff brings the plan forward along with the transit master plan and short range transit plan for adoption. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Carl Hasty at [email protected] or (775) 589-5501. Attachment:

A. Corridor Data Comparison Table for the Six Corridors in the Tahoe Basin



Corridor Comparison ATTACHMENT A

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TF/ja AGENDA ITEM: VIII.F.

MEMORANDUM Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Presentation and Review of the Short Range Transit Plan Action Requested: It is requested the Board review, hear a presentation, and provide comments on the Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP). Fiscal Analysis: The plan proposes five key objectives and the costs associated with the plan direction. The adopted plan will require substantial capital investment and drive a capital and operations program where costs are further developed on an annual basis. The SRTP is developed for a five-year time frame within the context of the twenty-year vision of the Long Range Transit Plan (LRTP). TTD anticipates that revenues will fluctuate as a result of uncertain priorities at the federal level along with retiring capital programs at the state level. Baseline transit operations require just over $39 million in order to maintain existing levels of service over the next five years, if current revenue sources remain consistent. Staff has identified satisfactory funding in order to uphold the baseline service level through FY 2021, with a slight carryover for capital needs. However, a significant funding shortfall exists in capital replacement of fleet assets. With a fleet replacement need of over $17.7 million and only $1.2 million in available funds along with the minor carryover from operations, TTD is left with a shortfall of $16.5 million in capital needs. This shortfall is predicated on a fleet replacement policy following FTA useful-life guidelines and State of Good Repair guidance. Presently, the amount of annual transit expenditures does not include materially sufficient funding levels for fleet replacement. Work Program Analysis: Adoption of the plan and policy direction will guide the course for transit over the next five years. Annual work program and budget development and adoption will reflect the incremental work needed to achieve the short terms goals to be set by the Board. Background: At the April Board meeting, the Board opened the public comment period for the LRTP, known as Linking Tahoe: Lake Tahoe Basin Transit Master Plan. The SRTP is designed



to be the first installment of the LRTP, and provide vision and direction to implement the objectives of the RTP. TTD and the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) work concurrently to address high-level policy, goals, and direction of the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) through implementation-focused action plans. As bi-state agencies charged with addressing the entire Tahoe region as a system, the two are stewards of overseeing the development of the transportation system needed to satisfy the region’s greater goals. TTD’s role within this context is to implement a regional capital and transit operations program of projects and services. Discussion: The SRTP is a five-year vision and proposal focused on establishing a solid foundation upon which an improved transit system can grow. The planning effort reviewed and assessed existing operations and the efficiency of all transit programs currently in place. Past plans and data were studied along with the following new sources of information:

• Data collected through the District’s electronic farebox system • Public workshops • Cell phone data collected for the LRTP • Transit survey distributed to staff and general public • Feedback recorded in customer comments database

The SRTP prioritizes the following five objectives with a focus on building a solid foundation for a successful transit network:

• Safety • Workforce Development • Fleet Expansion and Replacement • Facility Capacity and Modernization • Future Service Expansion

Of these five objectives, the first four are identified as key system fundamentals in need of significant improvement as pivotal building blocks for a resilient transit system. The LRTP identifies transit as the “vehicle for change in the Tahoe Region,” and as a priority for investment within the region. These four essentials must first be addressed before TTD can deliver an ambitious transformation of the Basin’s transit network as put forth in the LRTP vision. Additionally, the Plan also explores a limited number of route expansions and new route proposals, including service expansion to Meyers and increased service to Lake Tahoe Community College; a high-frequency route accessing Emerald Bay; and the expansion of TTD’s demand response service. This is all achievable, but will require an aggressive pursuit of resources. The SRTP proposes two action strategies to address current funding restraints and tailor the system to the current level of funding: (1) The Abundance Track or (2) The Scarcity Track.

1. The Abundance Track (Recommended): A dual-action solution requiring an aggressive pursuit of new, robust sustainable funding sources at all levels—local, regional, state, and federal—needed for the development of an enhanced region-



wide transit network consistent with the LRTP, while also moving to support a revised system operational and capital plan that balances service levels with existing funding. The Abundance Track’s revised system plan focuses on system productivity recognized through ridership and may include:

• Reduced or expanded service areas • Increases in frequency • Reduced hours of operations • Modifications to seasonal services

2. The Scarcity Track: This option offers alternatives to either continue operating the

system at existing service levels with minor modifications to focus available operational and capital funds on labor stability and preservation of aging assets; or to develop a revised system operational and capital plan that balances service levels to existing funding with a focus on system productivity (i.e. ridership) or on system coverage (i.e. geographic density).

Both Plan track options include a path to securing a core, reliable labor force that can operate and maintain the system with minimal overtime. Staff will release the SRTP by Thursday, May 11, 2017 for a thirty day public review and comment period through June 9. Staff will notify the Board and interested parties of the release and a link to the document. Any significant comments will be brought to the June Board meeting before requesting adoption of the plan. Staff recommends discussing the plan and proposed action strategies. Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Tara Frank at (775) 589-5508 or [email protected]. Attachment:

A. Executive Summary of the Short Range Transit Plan


Tahoe Transportation District | Short Range Transit Plan 3

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

THE OBJECTIVE The Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) will guide the development of the Tahoe Transportation District’s (TTD) goals, objectives, and policies for the next five years of transit service within the Lake Tahoe Basin. The SRTP is developed within the context of the Long Range Transit Plan (LRTP), which is aimed at implementing a new vision for transit as “the vehicle for change in the Tahoe Region.” The Tahoe Basin welcomes visitors to the area each year that, according to new, detailed cell phone data, account for 75% of all vehicle trips made at Lake Tahoe. This magnitude of visitation translates into a considerable number of vehicles congesting our transportation network (37 million vehicle trips). There is growing consensus within the Basin that our infrastructure can no longer handle this volume of vehicles. With transit, there exists an opportunity to get these vehicles—along with those of our residents and commuters—off the road and onto a bus where they can get safely and reliably to their respective destinations.

THE CHALLENGE The TTD operates transit services with both intra- and interregional connections that are vital to the communities

in and around the Basin. Still, it is understood that in order for transit to effect significant change within the region, transit will need to have a much larger presence in the area’s communities. Recognizing the desire for a substantial shift in the Basin’s transit needs, TTD took a pivotal first step towards enhancing the transit system when the agency assumed direct operations in 2016. Directly operating transit allows for greater control over the services provided and the level of service the District aims to achieve.

With this in mind, there are a number of operational priorities and fundamentals that need to be addressed in order to

realize the vision put forth in the Lake Tahoe Basin Transit Master Plan. The SRTP explores the following goals, challenges, and objectives:

Safety

TTD aims to provide the highest possible safety conditions for staff and the public.

Workforce Development

Workforce development remains one of the biggest challenges for the District after bringing transit operations in-house. The first priority as the agency nears its first full year of assuming direct operations is assessing employee compensation, offering additional training, and examining new approaches towards staff retention.

Fleet Expansion and Replacement

TTD’s fleet needs substantial and urgent attention. Over half of the current bus fleet is either approaching or is already beyond the Federal Transit Authority’s (FTA) designated useful life. Under direct operations, staff has an

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opportunity to better understand the fleet and what would be best suited for each of the varied services TTD provides.

Facility Capacity and Modernization

TTD’s existing leased facilities are in dire need of attention. This need is elevated with the FTA’s State of Good Repair requirements. Additionally, the District is approaching the existing transit yard’s maximum capacity for bus storage. Should the funding become available to expand service, there persists the issue of limited space to accommodate more buses.

Future Service and Route Proposals

The District would like to consider limited route proposals and route expansion where necessary to better serve the needs of residents, commuters, and visitors within communities throughout the South Shore service area. These possibilities include service expansion to Meyers and increased service to Lake Tahoe Community College, a high-frequency route to Emerald Bay, and the expansion of TTD’s demand response service to address this growing need.

TTD acknowledges that first and foremost the District must establish a solid foundation upon which a great transit system can grow. Of the five goals listed, the first four are identified as key fundamentals in need of considerable improvement as crucial building blocks to a resilient transit system: safety, workforce, fleet, and facilities. Before staff can deliver an ambitious transformation of the Basin’s transit network consistent with the LRTP, we must address these essential building blocks. Additionally, the Plan explores a select number of route expansion and new route proposals as mentioned should funding become available. This is all achievable but will require an aggressive pursuit of stable resources. TTD anticipates that revenues will fluctuate as a result of increasingly uncertain priorities at the federal level in combination with retiring capital programs at the state level. Baseline transit operations require over $39 million in operating funds to maintain existing levels of service over the next five years if current revenue sources remain steady. Staff has identified adequate funding sources to narrowly preserve baseline service through fiscal year (FY) 2021 with minimal carryover for capital needs. Moreover, a substantial funding shortfall exists in capital replacement of fleet assets. With a bus replacement need of over $17.7 million and only $1.2 million in available funds with the slight carryover from operations, TTD is left with a $16.5 million shortfall in capital needs. The shortfall is predicated on a fleet replacement policy following FTA useful-life guidelines and State of Good Repair guidance. Presently, the amount annual transit expenditures does not include materially sufficient funding levels for fleet replacement.

THE FUTURE RELIES ON FUNDING The District recognizes our current funding restraints and the need to establish new, robust channels of funding. An intensifying theme of funding uncertainty is emerging at the federal level. As we accept the uncertainty of our federal funding sources, it is prudent that the TTD aggressively explore new permanent funding possibilities and consider educating our partners and the public on self-help resource options for our region as a whole.

The SRTP proposes two action strategies to address current funding restraints and tailor the transit system to the current level of funding: The Abundance Track or The Scarcity Track. Both proposed action strategies include a path to securing a core, reliable labor force that can operate and maintain the system with minimal overtime.

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The Abundance Track (Recommended)

The Abundance Track is a dual-action solution requiring an aggressive pursuit of new, robust sustainable funding sources at all levels—local, regional, state, and federal—needed for the development of an enhanced region-wide transit network consistent with the LRTP while also moving to support a revised system operational and capital plan that balances service levels with existing funding. The revised system, as included in The Abundance Track, focuses on system productivity recognized through ridership and may include:

• Reduced or expanded service areas • Increases in frequency • Reduced hours of operations • Modifications to seasonal services

The Abundance Track best aligns with the objectives outlined in the LRTP along with the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s (TRPA) Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). This dual-action strategy will allow for TTD to better work within the context of both regional plans. Furthermore, RTP compliance is predicated on The Abundance Track.

The Scarcity Track

This option offers alternatives to either generate a revised system operational and capital plan that balances service levels to existing funding with a focus on system coverage (geographic density) or system productivity (ridership); or continue operating the system at existing service levels with minor modifications to focus available operational and capital funds on labor stability and preservation of assets. The Scarcity Track does not permit the realization of the ambitious goals laid out in neither the LRTP nor the TRPA’s RTP. The SRTP is developed for a five-year time frame within the context of the twenty-year vision of the LRTP. Adoption of the Plan and policy direction will guide the course for transit over the next five years.

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CH/ja AGENDA ITEM: VIII.G.

MEMORANDUM

Date: May 8, 2017 To: Tahoe Transportation District (TTD) Board of Directors From: TTD Staff Subject: Public Comment and Discussion on the Draft Linking Tahoe: Lake Tahoe Basin

Transit Master Plan in Preparation for Adoption by the TTD Board of Directors Action Requested: It is requested the Board hear any public comment on the Draft Linking Tahoe: Lake Tahoe Basin Transit Master Plan (TMP), bring forward any comment, and discuss the plan in anticipation of the June meeting’s planned decision on adoption of it. Fiscal Analysis: All expenditures associated with this item are accounted for in the 2016/17 Work Program and associated budget. Work Program Analysis: This project is included in the work program and the TTD’s Capital Improvement Program. All work associated with this effort will be captured under respective elements of the existing Work Program and corresponding allotted staff time. Background: Last month, Staff introduced the draft TMP and the Board opened a 30-day public comment period, which will close on May 13. The TMP is a detailed long-range, 20-year plan focused on the capital improvements and transit services needed to provide a robust transit network that will reduce millions of vehicle trips a year when fully implemented. The plan focuses first on developing a seamless transit system from the City of South Lake Tahoe and the US 50 Corridor to Truckee and the I-80 Corridor. Then, it focuses on developing transit connectivity to the drive-up markets of northern California and Nevada so that visitors, commuters, and residents have the choice of traveling without the personal vehicle. The plan was developed by TTD as an implementation plan, aligned with the update of the Regional Transportation Plan adopted by the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency in April. Discussion: This is the second Board meeting to hear and discuss the merits, concerns, issues, and any other questions related to the TMP. The plan is a TTD implementation document consistent with its authority under the bi-state compact. The TTD Short Range Transit Plan heard earlier represents TTD’s first installment on implementing the long range vision. Together, the two documents will be brought back to the Board in June for adoption.


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To date, staff has had interaction and consultation with a few partner organizations, including the TRPA, League to Save Lake Tahoe, the Truckee North Tahoe Transportation Management Association, and a few private citizens on the TMP. Interactions include a consultation meeting with the principal author from Stantec, individual questions, presentations, and other conversations.

Staff recommends receiving any public comment at the meeting and any formal submittals at the time of the meeting. Staff also recommends a discussion on these comments and any other comments the Board may have at this time.

The TMP can be viewed and downloaded here: http://tahoetransportation.org/doing-business/meetings

Additional Information: If you have any questions or comments regarding this item, please contact Carl Hasty at [email protected] or (775) 589-5501.

