AGENDA ITEM #9:
FY 2018 TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES SET-ASIDE:
UPDATE
Mike Kimbrel, HRTPO
The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), established under MAP-21, provided
funding for a variety of transportation activities that were previously eligible for funding
under separate programs under SAFETEA-LU, including Transportation Enhancements
(TE), Recreational Trails, and Safe Routes to School. The TAP required that 50% of the
program funds received by the state be sub-allocated to areas based on population, while
the other 50% may be obligated to any area of the state. Transportation Management
Areas (MPOs having an urban population over 200,000) have the authority to select and
award funding from their sub-allocations to projects carried out within their urbanized
boundaries through a competitive selection process. The Fixing America’s Surface
Transportation (FAST) Act folded the TAP program into the Surface Transportation Block
Grant Program (STBGP) as a “Set-aside” capped at $850 million (nationwide) after FY 2017.
For FY 2018, the total of TA Set-Aside funds to be allocated by the HRTPO is $1,807,630. In
Virginia, District members of the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) are each
provided $1 million in TAP funds to allocate to projects in their Districts.
HRTPO staff coordinates with VDOT Local Assistance Division (LAD) staff in carrying out
the project selection process for Hampton Roads. LAD coordinates the application process
and scores proposed projects based on criteria developed in cooperation with Virginia
MPOs. Each proposed project is scored by several VDOT staffers individually. The scores
from each project evaluator are then combined and divided by the number of evaluators to
produce a final average score. MPOs responsible for selecting TAP projects receive the
application materials and summary scoring information for each project proposed within
the MPO area. More information on TAP, including the Guide to the HRTPO TAP Project
Selection Process, may be accessed on the HRTPO website at:
http://www.hrtpo.org/page/transportation-alternatives-(ta)-set_aside/
LAD received a total of 18 applications, with a total FY 2018 TAP funding request of
$7,717,288 for the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Planning Area (MPA). Brief descriptions
of the projects are attached. Projects in the attachment are listed in order as follows:
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Existing Projects – By Priority Ranking, then by Average Score
New Projects – By Average Score
For existing projects, the Priority Ranking provides an indication of projects that are
considered better candidates for additional funding based on progress made to-date. The
Priority Ranking ranges from 1, indicating the project should be ready for construction, to
6, indicating the project is in early stages of development.
The Transportation Programming Subcommittee (TPS) will meet on March 17, 2017 to
review the scored project proposals and recommend a set of TA Set-Aside projects and
allocations for consideration by the TTAC in April.
HRTPO Transportation Technical Advisory Committee Meeting – March 1, 2017
Mr. Mike Kimbrel, HRTPO Principal Transportation Engineer, will brief the TTAC on
this item.
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
TTAC members serving on the Transportation Programming Subcommittee are encouraged
to review the attachment and attend the TPS meeting on March 17, 2017.
HRTPO Transportation Technical Advisory Committee Meeting – March 1, 2017
2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
Existing Projects
Project Number: 17040
Name: Cape Henry Lighthouse Restoration
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$362,800
Project Cost:
$1,056,980
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$845,293
Description: This project will provide for the stabilization of the top
of the sand dune and protection for the base of the
Cape Henry Lighthouse. Also includes installation of
new retaining walls near the top of the dune, replace
existing step and rail structure access into the
lighthouse, interpretive signage and seat walls.
Priority Ranking: 1
Average Score:
186.3
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks: Fully funds project
Project Number: 17089
Name: Elizabeth River Trail - Fort Norfolk Phase
Sponsor: Norfolk
Current Request:
$160,000
Project Cost:
$550,000
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$160,000
Description: This phase of the Elizabeth River Trail will provide a
multi-modal, buffered facility and path to the
entrance of Fort Norfolk and improve connection to
several major employers and health care facilities by
constructing new sidewalks and widening existing
sidewalks.
Priority Ranking: 5
Average Score:
236.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks: Fully funds phase
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
Existing Projects
Project Number: 17029
Name: Commonwealth Railway Trail
Sponsor: Chesapeake
Current Request:
$440,000
Project Cost:
$850,000
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$680,000
Description: This project proposes converting the abandoned
Seaboard & Commonwealth railways line to a 10'
wide, 3 mi recreational off-road bike/ped trail. (Railsto-trails).
Priority Ranking: 5
Average Score:
142.3
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks: Fully funds project
Project Number: 17001
Name: Washington Ave Streetscape and Pedestrian
Improvements
Sponsor: Newport News
Current Request:
$400,000
Project Cost:
$1,000,000
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$800,000
Description: This project will provide reconstruction of the
pedestrian accommodations on four city blocks of
Washington Ave (between 30th and 34th Sts)
including improvements to the lighting, crosswalks,
and ADA facilities.
Priority Ranking: 6
Average Score:
194.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks: Fully funds project
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
New Projects
Project Number: 17054
Name: Salem Road Sidewalk
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$334,527
Project Cost:
$484,821
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$334,527
Description: This project will provide a 5' wide, 0.30 mi concrete
sidewald along the east side of Salem Rd from Salem
Lakes Blvd to Rock Lake Loop tying into existing
sidewalks. Also included will be new ADA compliant
truncated dome ramps, piping the existing ditch, new
curb and gutter and stormwater management
facilities.
Average Score:
239.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
Project Number: 17076
Name: Granby Street Bike Lanes - Ocean View
Neighborhoods
Sponsor: Norfolk
Current Request:
$624,000
Project Cost:
$780,000
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$624,000
Description: Installation of 1.6 mi of buffered bike lanes along
Granby St from Bayview Blvd to Ocean View Ave by
converting existing travel lanes and reducing vehicular
traffic from two to one lane in each direction.
Average Score:
237.6
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
New Projects
Project Number: 17061
Name: Foxfire Pedestrian Trail
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$775,235
Project Cost:
$1,123,530
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$775,235
Description: This project will provide a 12' wide pedestrian trail
and bridge northwest-southeast, between North
Landing Rd and Foxfire Park on Esplanade Dr.
Average Score:
236.6
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
Project Number: 17087
Name: Bypass Road Sidewalk Rehabilitation
Sponsor: York County
Current Request:
$583,150
Project Cost:
$763,150
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$583,150
Description: This project will reconstruct an existing asphalt
pedestrian/bike path along Bypass Road with an ADAcompliant 8' concrete sidewalk extending from the
Williamsburg city line to Route 132.
Average Score:
236.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
Project Number: 17056
Name: Euclid Road Sidewalk - Onondaga Road
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$257,480
Project Cost:
$373,159
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$257,480
Description: Construction of missing sidewalk segments along
Euclid Rd. This project will provide 760 linear feet of
5' wide sidewalk along north side of Euclid Rd and
new accessible curb ramp at the intersection of Euclid
Rd and Onondaga Rd on the east side along with new
curb and gutter.
Average Score:
228.6
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
New Projects
Project Number: 17057
Name: Euclid Road Sidewalk - Southern Boulevard
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$534,670
Project Cost:
$774,885
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$534,670
Description: Construction of missing sidewalk segments along
Euclid Rd. This project will provide 120 linear feet of
5' wide sidewalk on north side of Euclid Rd to
intersection of Euclid Rd, Southern Blvd, and Opal
Ave; 450 linear feet of sidewalk on the west side of
this intersection connecting to existing sidewalk; 330
linear feet of sidewalk on the west side of Opal Ave
beginning at the intersection between Opal Ave and
Euclid Rd tying into exising sidewalk. This phase will
also include 1,600 linear feet of 12'wide concrete
shared-use path alongside the railroad tracks,
connecting Kellam Station to Witchduck Station.
Average Score:
226.6
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
Project Number: 17079
Name: Granby Street Bike Lanes - Wards Corner Shopping
District
Sponsor: Norfolk
Current Request:
$456,000
Project Cost:
$570,000
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$456,000
Description: Installation of 2.0 mi of buffered bike lanes along
Granby St from Willow Wood Dr to Admiral Taussig
Blvd by converting existing travel lanes and reducing
vehicular traffic from three to two lanes in each
direction.
Average Score:
226.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
New Projects
Project Number: 17060
Name: Violet Bank Trail
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$327,884
Project Cost:
$475,195
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$327,884
Description: This project will provide a 10' wide, 0.6 mi asphalt
path connecting the eastern end of Violet Bank Dr to
Selwood Dr.
Average Score:
219.3
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
Project Number: 17058
Name: Kellam Road Sidewalk
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$253,693
Project Cost:
$367,672
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$253,693
Description: This project will provide a 5' wide, 0.2 mi concrete
sidewalk along the west side of Kellam Rd, connecting
Euclid Rd to existing sidewalk at intersection of Kellam
Rd and Mandan Rd. Includes utility relocation, new
curb and gutter, and new accessible ramps.
Average Score:
217.6
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
New Projects
Project Number: 17055
Name: Euclid Road Sidewalk Connections - Kellam Road
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$260,121
Project Cost:
$376,987
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$260,121
Description: Construction of missing sidewalk segments along
Euclid Rd. This project will provide a 5' wide, 0.17 mi
concrete sidewalk along the north side of Euclid Rd
from the intersection with Kellam Rd and S
Independence Blvd; another 770 linear feet of
sidewalk from intersection of Euclid Rd and S
Independence Blve to existing sidewalk just past
Kellam Rd; and 120 linear feet of sidewalk on the west
side of Kellam Rd beginning at intersection with Euclid
Rd tying into existing sidewalk.
Average Score:
214.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
Project Number: 17077
Name: Suffolk Seaboard Coastline Trail
Sponsor: Suffolk
Current Request:
$600,000
Project Cost:
$750,000
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$600,000
Description: This project (Phase IIIA) will extend the current trail
1.3 mi south from Driver Village to the Woodlands of
Nansemond Neighborhood.
Average Score:
213.3
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
New Projects
Project Number: 17042
Name: Compton Drive Multiuse Pathway
Sponsor: College of William and Mary
Current Request:
$634,508
Project Cost:
$793,135
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$634,508
Description: This project will provide a safe direct connection for
W&M students with an 8' wide concrete trail, 1,620
linear feet, extending an existing pathway on
Compton Dr to connect to the City of Williamsburg
pathway at Monticello Ave.
Average Score:
210.3
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
Project Number: 17059
Name: Sandbridge Road Sidewalk
Sponsor: Virginia Beach
Current Request:
$477,855
Project Cost:
$692,544
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$477,855
Description: This project will connect two schools with the
adjacent neighborhood via a 10' wide, 0.4 mi concrete
sidewalk along the north side of Sandbridge Rd. Also
includes retrofitting the north side of the existing fourspan concrete culvert to accommodate an 8' wide
sidewalk. A stormwater quality BMP (Best
Management Practices) will be constructed north of
the four-span concrete culvert.
Average Score:
208.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
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2017 Transportation Alternatives Project Requests
New Projects
Project Number: 17091
Name: Portsmouth Blvd Sidewalk
Sponsor: Suffolk
Current Request:
$0
Project Cost:
$0
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$0
Description: This project will provide a 5' wide concrete sidewalk
along the north side of Portsmouth Blvd from
Suburban Dr to Nansemond Pkwy, a distance of
approximately 3,900 linear feet.
Average Score:
207.6
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks: Project application withdrawn by City.
Project Number: 17090
Current Request:
$235,365
Project Cost:
$296,706
Total TAP Funds
Anticipated:
$235,365
Name: Historic Courthouse Circle Pedestrian Improvements
Sponsor: Gloucester County
Description: Construction of new handicapped-accessible
walkways and widen and improve existing sidewalks
within the Historic Gloucester Court Circle that will
make walking between buildings easier and safer.
The project also includes removal and
reestablishment of landscaping.
Average Score:
180.0
District: Hampton Roads
Remarks:
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