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MEETING NOTICE
JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee
Tuesday, October 30, 2007 - 4:00 PM
Iowa City City Hall - Lobby Conference Room
AGENDA
1. Call to order; recognize alternates; consider approval of minutes
2. Public discussion
3. Discussion of Hunters Run Park pedestrian tunnel
4. Review of JCCOG Transportation Enhancement (TE) funding applications
5. Update on Iowa City's Bicycle Friendly Communities application
6. Update on Safe Routes to Schools grant applications
7. Discussion of future Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee agenda items
8. Other business
9. Adjournment
Attachments:
1. Draft minutes from the August 14, 2007 RTBC meeting
2. Hunter's Run Park pedestrian tunnel memorandum
3. JCCOG Transportation Enhancement funding applications and memorandum
4. Iowa City's Bike Friendly Communities correspondence
5. Safe Routes to Schools correspondence
Contact Kent Ralston, JCCOG Assistant Transportation Planner, at 319-356-5253 or kent-
ralston@iowa-citV.orQ with questions.
Preliminary Draft - Subject to Approval
MINUTES
JCCOG REGIONAL TRAILS AND BICYCLING COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007
IOWA CITY - CITY HALL LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Sherri Proud, Greg Kovaciny, Terry Dahms, Michelle Ribble, Terry Trueblood,
Sally Stutsman
MEMBERS ABSENT: Shelly Simpson, Erling Anderson, Karin Dils
OTHERS PRESENT: Del Holland, Greg Parker, Joe Bolkcom
STAFF PRESENT: Kent Ralston, Darian Nagle-Gamm
CALL TO ORDER
Ralston called the meeting to order at 4:01 pm
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE MARCH 27'h, 2007 MEETING
Motion to approve minutes was made by Trueblood, seconded by Proud. Motion passed with unanimous
vote.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
Ralston asked for public input for items not on the agenda. The committee offered no items.
AGENDA ITEM #3: DISCUSSION ON IDENTIFYING A BICYCLE ROUTE FROM CREEKSIDE PARK TO
DOWNTOWN IOWA CITY
Ralston stated that at the previous meeting, the committee began to discussing how to safely route
bicyclists from Creekside Park to downtown Iowa City at the request of Dee Vanderhoef, and that
previously the committee discussed whether the issue should be taken up by RTBC as it is Iowa City
specific. Ralston stated he discussed the issue with John Yapp and Iowa City planning staff, that the
issue would be well suited for Central Planning District session this fall and that the RTBC need not take it
up as it will be revisited at that time. However, Ralston provided a handout detailing four different
strategies for bicycle accommodation. Ralston stated that he will provide the same handout during the
Central Planning District session and wanted feedback from the committee on the information to be
distributed. Ralston also invited the group to attend the Central Planning session and provide
recommendations.
Kovaciny asked if the descriptions of bicycle accommodation strategies had been excerpted from national
guidelines. Ralston responded that it was a mixture of national and other guidelines. Dahms suggested
that we include local pictures that exemplify the different types of bicycle accommodations. Dahms also
suggested that the pros and cons for novice versus experienced riders be outlined for each type of
bicycle accommodation. Proud requested that lane-widths be addressed. Ralston noted that he will
integrate feedback into his presentation for this fall's Central Planning District session.
AGENDA ITEM #4: DISCUSSION OF WILLOW CREEK TRAIL / HIGHWAY 218 PEDESTRIAN TUNNEL
Ralston described the location of a proposed extension of the Willow Creek trail and development of a
pedestrian tunnel under Hwy 218 connecting Hunter's Run Park on the west side of Hwy 218 to the
existing Willow Creek trail on the east side. Ralston reviewed three options:
1) Create raised perforated floor in existing tunnel so it can accommodate pedestrian use and
'normal' storm water conditions with water flowing underneath perforated decking. In high-flow
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events, storm water would flow both below and above the decking. Pedestrians would not be
able to use during high-flow events. Federal funding not available due to not meeting AASHTO
standards for width/height. Cost estimate: $450,000.
Kovaciny inquired how much the raised floor would reduce headroom. Ralston estimated that as
little as a foot could be used for the decking, leaving a 7.5' clearance. Ralston mentioned that
there are existing tunnels in the area with lower clearance
2) Construct a new tunnel to accommodate pedestrians parallel to the existing storm water culvert
standards. Federal funds could be used. Cost estimate: $2,500,000.
Stutsman inquired how much of the cost could be covered by grant money. Ralston stated that if
the project became fully funded at 80%, the cost would be comparable to option #1.
3) Install a separate pipe to manage storm water parallel to the existing culvert. The pipe itself
would manage the storm water and the space in the tunnel could be maximized for pedestrians
and cyclists. The tunnel would only be used for large storm water events. This project could not
be federally funded due to AASHTO standards. Cost estimate: $580,000.
Trueblood mentioned that this is high on the priority list of the parks and recreation department
due to the growth on the west side of Hwy 218. Ralston said that the project would alleviate a
real barrier for pedestrians and cyclists.
Ribble asked what kind of experience pedestrians and cyclists have with tunnels. Ralston
responded that he had not heard any negative feedback regarding tunnels in the area except for
the Iowa Ave tunnel at Riverside St due to the low clearance. Trueblood inquired about the length
of the pedestrian trail tunnel under 1-80 in Coralville. Ralston responded that the proposed tunnel
is much longer than under 1-80. Ribble inquired if water was ever a significant issue at the
proposed tunnel site. Ralston replied he did not think so.
Trueblood inquired if an overpass was considered. Ralston responded it had not. Stutsman
inquired if there would be safety features in the tunnel due to length. Ralston responded there
would be lighting and possibly emergency phones.
Proud noted that the tunnel could be spruced up by artists from West High. Trueblood stated that
because of the length of the tunnel, there may be a perceived safety issue. Trueblood stated he would
prefer a new larger tunnel or an overpass. Ralston stated that he could come back with an overpass cost
option. Stutsman agreed that she would like to see one. Ralston asked if the committee would like to
table the discussion until he can bring the overpass information. The committee agreed.
AGENDA ITEM #5: UDPATE ON IOWA CITY'S BICYCLE FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES (BFC)
APPLICATION
Ralston stated that JCCOG has finished the BFC application and is anticipating receiving the status of the
application during the next month or two. Proud stated that she took the BFC application to Parks and
Recreation department in Coralville and they decided to go forward with an application for BFC status.
Holland inquired if letters of support would be helpful to include with the application. Ralston noted that
the application is due August 2iti and that he would include the letters with the BFC application.
AGENDA ITEM #6: UPDATE ON SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOLS (SRTS) GRANT APPLICATION
Ralston explained that SRTS is federal program that provides grant money for infrastructure and non-
infrastructure to help school children walk or bike to school more safely. Ralston stated that JCCOG will
assist communities in data collection and expertise. Ralston has yet to hear back from Iowa City School
District but is working with Clear Creek Amana. Ralston extended assistance to other communities.
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AGENDA ITEM: #7 UPDATE ON BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN COUNTS FOR THE REGIONAL TRAILS
SYSTEM
Ralston stated that JCCOG has been actively collecting trail user counts using an infrared counter.
Ralston noted that the counter is very useful as data can be collected twenty-four hours a day; however it
cannot differentiate between a pedestrian and a cyclist. Kovaciny inquired whether the counter could
provide hourly data. Ralston responded that it could. Ralston directed the group towards the memo that
includes all trail user counts gathered in 2007. Ralston stated that additional requests for trail user counts
would be welcomed.
Greg Parker left at 4:55pm
AGENDA ITEM: #8 UPDATE ON STATE DRIVERS EDUCATION CURRICULUM
Ralston stated that Iowa law now requires that driver's education curriculum includes information
regarding sharing the road with bicyclists. Ralston offered a copy of a PowerPoint presentation and the
new drivers' education manual to the group. Kovaciny requested a copy of the PowerPoint.
AGENDA ITEM: #9 DISCUSSION OF FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Ralston asked if the committee had any ideas for future direction of the RTBC or agenda items for
discussion. Trueblood asked if the committee would be interested in discussion of a pedestrian bridge
from Rocky Shore Drive to the peninsula. Ralston responded that if we support projects from one
community, we should support projects from all communities. Trueblood mentioned that in the future the
group could potentially prioritize projects the committee believes are most important. Ralston asked the
committee to give the issue some thought to revisit at the next meeting.
AGENDA ITEM: #10 OTHER BUSINESS
Ralston stated that the JCCOG Surface Transportation (STP) and Transportation Enhancement (TE)
grant applications will be provided to the JCCOG TTAC at their next meeting. Ralston said that the
applications will be brought to RTBC for scoring and recommendations at the next meeting. Ralston noted
that Surface Transportation funds could be used for roads or trails, however, the Transportation
Enhancement funds can only be used for something other than roads. Dahms argued that the scoring
might be ignoring shifting traffic patterns caused by transportation changes. Ralston said that if Dahms
had a suggestion for a specific change in criteria then the item could be put on the TTAC agenda for
discussion.
Ralston reviewed a letter that Karen Thielman sent to JCCOG. Ralston explained that she congratulated
the communities for their combined efforts in building the trail system, but said that bicyclists using them
are not announcing when they are passing and pedestrians are not always being courteous and moving
out of the way, suggesting that trail etiquette signs be posted. Ralston asked the committee their thoughts
on the prospect. Proud argued that too many signs clutter the trails and she would be interested in
finding other avenues for educating the public. Trueblood stated that signs are often ignored, but
sometimes they are important from a liability standpoint. Ralston stated that the trails map does include
etiquette information and that JCCOG could explore other options for communicating etiquette
information. Ralston stated that he would put together some information on what types of communication
JCCOG is able to provide at the next meeting.
Move to adjourn
Moved by Proud; Second by Kovaciny
Meeting adjourned at 5:24
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Date: October 23, 2007
To: Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee
From: Kent Ralston; Assistant Transportation Planner
Re: October 30th agenda Items
Agenda Item #3: Discussion of Hunters Run Park pedestrian tunnel
At the August 14, 2007 Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee meeting, the committee reviewed
several available options to connect the Willow Creek Trail from its current terminus on the east side of
Highway 218 to Hunters Run Park on the west side of Highway 218. The options included the use of an
existing box culvert under Highway 218 for pedestrian use and the construction of a new pedestrian
tunnel under Highway 218.
At the August 14th meeting, the committee asked that staff also provide a rough cost estimate for a
pedestrian bridge to take the Willow Creek Trail over Highway 218. Based on the cost of other pedestrian
bridges, rough cost estimates indicate that a stand-alone pedestrian bridge at this location would cost
over $3,000,000. This estimate includes paving approaches to the bridge, constructing necessary
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant ramps on either side of the bridge, and various safety
accommodations including proper lighting and signage. The new structure would, by law, meet American
Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) guidelines and therefore be eligible
for federal funding.
I have attached a memo outlining several available options and cost estimates to connect Hunter's Run
Park with the existing Willow Creek Trail. Please be prepared to discuss the available alternatives and
make a recommendation to the City of Iowa City on a strategy to pursue. I will forward the RTBC
recommendation to the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Director, Transportation Planner, and City
Engineer.
Agenda Item #4: Review of JCCOG Transportation Enhancement (TE) funding applications
Applications for FY09-10 JCCOG-allocated Surface Transportation Program (STP) and Transportation
Enhancement (TE) funds have been received. Our targets for the FY09-10 funding cycle are $2,067,000
in STP funds and $190,870 in TE funds.
Please be prepared to discuss and make a funding recommendation on JCCOG-allocated TE funding.
Your recommendation will be forwarded to the Transportation Technical Advisory Committee on
November 15th for discussion, along with staff scores and ran kings according to the adopted scoring
criteria.
Transportation Enhancement funding applications are attached. An August 29, 2007 memo from John
Yapp outlining the process by which funds are distributed is also attached.
Agenda Item #5: Update on Iowa City's Bicycle Friendly Communities application
Per Steve Atkins request, JCCOG staff has completed the League of American Bicyclists Bicxcle Friendly
Communities (BFC) Application on behalf of the City of Iowa City. On September 26t I received
correspondence indicating that while Iowa City did not receive a BFC designation this year, we did
receive 1 of 8 'honorable mentions' given to communities across the nation. The correspondence that I
received indicates that 'honorable mentions' were only given to municipalities that are on the cusp of
receiving a designation. We can expect to get feedback from the League of American Bicylists indicating
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areas of Iowa City's application that may need to be addressed. This feedback will be helpful in future
applications by Iowa City or other JCCOG - member cities.
I have included the correspondence in your packet for review.
Agenda Item #6: Update on Safe Routes to Schools grant applications
At the request of the Clear Creek-Amana School District JCCOG investigated possible Safe Routes to
Schools (SRTS) grant projects in the City of Tiffin. After meeting with representatives from both the Clear
Creek - Amana School District and the City of Tiffin, making on-site observations, and talking with
citizens, several alternatives for projects aimed at alleviating barriers for children to safely walk or bike to
school were identified. As a joint effort between the City of Tiffin, the Clear Creek - Amana School
District, and JCCOG, an application requesting Safe Routes to Schools funding was submitted requesting
funds for sidewalk improvements and crosswalk upgrades near the new Tiffin High School currently under
construction. SRTS applications were also submitted by the cities of Coralville, Mount Vernon, and Solon.
I have included correspondence from the SRTS program coordinator in your packet.
Agenda Item #7: Discussion of future RTBC agenda items
At the August 14th Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee meeting we briefly discussed future agenda
items that the group felt should be addressed by the committee at subsequent meetings. Issues included
specific items of interest and general directions that the committee felt it should be focusing its efforts.
Please be prepared to further discuss this issue.
Agenda Item #8: Other Business
Agenda Item #9: Adjournment
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Date: October 22, 2007
To: JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee
From: Kent Ralston; Assistant Transportation Planner
Re: Highway 218 Pedestrian Tunnel at Hunter's Run Park
Background
As directed in the JCCOG FY2007 work program, JCCOG staff has conducted a preliminary
investigation into the feasibility of using an existing storm water culvert passing under Highway
218 as a pedestrian tunnel connecting Hunter's Run Park on the west side of Highway 218 with
the current terminus of the Willow Creek Trail on the east side of Highway 218.
Hunter's Run Park (26.6 acres) was established in 1985
and provides the Hunter's Run neighborhood with
amenities such as biking trails, picnic areas, shelters and
playground equipment. The Willow Creek Trail is
approximately 2 miles long, and connects Willow Creek
Park, Kiwanis Park, Walden Square commercial area,
and West High School with surrounding neighborhoods.
The connection of Hunter's Run Park to the Willow Creek
Trail would ultimately allow pedestrians on the west side of Highway 218 direct access to the
locations previously mentioned and alleviate the need for pedestrians in the Hunter's Run
Neighborhood to travel south to use the pedestrian crossings at the Rohret Road / Highway 218
overpass. Evidence shows that pedestrians currently utilize the existing storm water culvert in
question to reach destinations on either side of Highway 218.
Scope of Project
The proposed project would utilize an existing storm
water culvert passing under Highway 218 as a
pedestrian tunnel connecting Hunter's Run Park on the
west side of Highway 218 to the current terminus of the
Willow Creek Trail on the east side of Highway 218.
The existing culvert is approximately 8' in height, 8' in
width (with an additional 6" frost trough), 380' in length,
and exists within the Iowa Department of Transportation ,
(Iowa DOT) right-of-way. In preliminary discussions,
Iowa DOT indicated that although the width and height . c' ~~j
of the culvert do not meet AASHTO standards, there is
no inherent reason why the project could not proceed as long as local funds were used to
finance the project (Federal resources would require that AASHTO standards are met).
During an initial assessment, the Iowa City Engineering Division noted that the culvert appears
to be in good condition and indicated that it would be reasonable to assume the culvert could be
safely occupied by pedestrians pending further study of storm water flows. Additional research
on 'normal' and 'high flow' storm water conditions will be necessary before the project can
advance.
The proposed project will also require modified approaches to the culvert, adding appropriate
lighting in the culvert, and adequate warning signage and extensions of the trail on both the east
and west sides of the culvert. The necessary trail extensions on either side of the culvert would
likely not require property acquisition as the land presently exists in lOOT right-of-way and
existing City property. Grading for the necessary trail extensions would be minimal as much of
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The first option is to construct a raised floor in the
existing culvert similar to that used in the pedestrian
tunnel under 1-80 near Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville. In
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installed so that during 'normal' storm water conditions
water moves beneath the surface used by pedestrians,
and in 'high flow' storm water conditions the water is able
to rise above the perforated floor as necessary. This
allows the existing culvert to manage storm water
efficiently during large storm events while
accommodating pedestrian use during 'normal'
conditions. Since the existing culvert does not meet
AASHTO guidelines for pedestrian use, federal funding
would not be used for this option. Cost estimate
$445,000.
The second option is to construct a new tunnel to
accommodate pedestrians parallel to the existing storm
water culvert. This option would be the most costly
option available but would allow for design of a more
accommodating pedestrian tunnel. The new structure
would, by law, meet AASHTO guidelines and therefore
become eligible for federal funding. AASHTO guidelines
recommend tunnels be 10' wide and maintain 10' vertical
clearance. Cost estimate $2,430,000.
The third option is to install a separate pipe to manage
storm water parallel to the existing culvert. This option would make the most of the available
space in the existing culvert and be more cost effective that building a separate dedicated
pedestrian tunnel. Since the existing culvert does not meet AASHTO guidelines for pedestrian
use, federal funding could not be used for this option. The necessity for this alternative may
become clearer with further study of storm water flows. Cost estimate $580,000
Please contact me at 319-356-5253 or kent-ralston@iowa-citv.orq with any questions you may
have.
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Date: August 29, 2007
To: JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee
From: John Yapp, Executive Director 7J y~
Re: Agenda Item #5: Discussion of Surface Transportation Program (STP) and
Transportation Enhancement (TE) JCCOG funding allocation process
Applications for FY09-10 JCCOG-allocated Surface Transportation Program (STP) and
Transportation Enhancement (TE) funds are attached. Our funding targets for the FY09-10
funding cycle are:
Surface Transportation Program:
Transportation Enhancements:
$2,067,000
$190,870
The application forms spell out the process used to solicit projects for this funding. In summary,
applications may be submitted by JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee
(TT AC) members. Projects must be sponsored or co-sponsored by a JCCOG municipality. The
project sponsor must commit to the 20% minimum local match for project implementation, and
as part of the State requirements for this funding, must commit to maintenance of the project for
a minimum of 20 years.
Following a public input process, as defined in the grant applications, JCCOG staff will score the
projects according to the adopted scoring criteria. Summaries of public input and project scores
will be forwarded to the TT AC for discussion; TT AC may change project scores by a majority
vote. After discussion, the TTAC will make a recommendation on project funding to the JCCOG
Board.
The Board will receive a summary of all public input, the project scores, and the TT AC
recommendation. If applicable, the rationale behind the TT AC recommendation will also be
provided to the Board for their decision making. Final funding decisions will be made by the
JCCOG Board.
I would like to propose the following schedule for this process. Please be prepared to discuss
the schedule at the September 11, 2007 TT AC meeting:
Wednesday, December 5 or 12,2007
Distribute JCCOG STP and TE applications
Applications due to JCCOG office
Commence 30-day public comment process
JCCOG TT AC meeting to consider project
recommendations
JCCOG Board consideration
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Monday, October 15, .2007
Thursday, November 15, 2007
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Applications for JCCOG Transportation
Enhancement Program Funds
FY 2009-2010
Evaluation Criteria - Scoring System
The following information about your Transportation Enhancement project proposal will be used
to establish a point total for your proposed project. This point total will be one of several factors
considered by the JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board in making a decision of which projects
to fund.
1 . Does the prop'osed project involve establishing a new facility, or improving an existing
facility which is within five years of the end of its useful service life?
A. No - 0 points
B. Yes - 3 points; major rehabilitation project
C. Yes - 5 points; reconstruction project or new facility
2. Will the proposed Transportation Enhancement project improve safety at a location
which is in the top 25 highest collision intersections or top 10 highest collision mid-
blocks in the Iowa City Urbanized Area, or improve an identified hazard or barrier for
bicyclists or pedestrians? (colliSion lists attached)
A. No - 0 points
B. Yes - 3 points; not in top 25 highest collision intersections or top 10 highest
collision mid-blocks
. C. Yes - 5 points; top 25 highest collision intersections or top 10 highest collision
mid-blocks
3. Will the proposed project provide access or improve access to a major origin or
destination point in the community?
A. No - 0 points
B. Yes - 5 points
4. Is the project an extension of an existing pedestrian/bicycle facility, or part of the
JCCOG Long Range Trails Plan or Long Range Wide Sidewalks Plan? (copies
attached)
A. No - 0 points
B. Yes - 5 points
Summary of applications for JCCOG
Transportation Enhancement Program funds
FY2009-10
Funds available:
Funds requested:
$190,870
$2,258,200
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Applicant
A Coralville
Funds Requested
$ 190,000
B Iowa City
$ 400,000
C Iowa City
$ 1,000,000
D Iowa City
$ 480,000
E Tiffin
$ 89,000
F University
Heights
$ 99,200
Project Description
Construction of an 8-foot wide, paved trail on west side of 1 st
Ave. from Country Club Drive north to Oakdale Blvd. Project
cost: $ 420,000.
Extend the 10-foot wide Highway 6 Trail from Sycamore to
Lakeside Drive. Project cost: $ 500,000.
Construction of a 1 O-foot wide trail from Riverside Drive to
Mormon Trek Blvd. along Highway 1. Project cost: $1,800,000.
Construction of a 10-foot wide trail from Highway 1 to Mormon
Trek Blvd. along Old Highway 218. Project cost: $ 600,000.
Construction of an 8-foot wide trail extension of East Tiffin Trail
across Jasper Avenue east toward 1-380 bridge and connection
with City of Coralville trail. Project cost: $ 111,717.
Construction of an 8-foot wide sidewalk on the north side of
Melrose Avenue to connect with Iowa City wide sidewalk (east)
and Finkbine Golf Course Trail (west). TraillWide Sidewalk
extension improvement. Project cost: $ 396,800.
Total Requested:
$ 2,258,200
For more information on the proposed projects or copies of the complete grant applications, contact Kristopher
Ackerson, JCCOG Assistant Transportation Planner, at (319) 356-5247 or Kristopher-Ackerson@iowa-city.org.
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application - required information
The following information about your Transportation Enhancement project
proposal will be provided to the JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory
Committee and Urbanized Area Policy Board for evaluation. JCCOG staff may
contact you if additional information is required. You will have the opportunity to
explain the project at a meeting of the JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory
Committee.
1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation:
Dan Holderness, Coralville City Engineer, phone # - 248.1720.
2. Dollar amount of federal funds requested (required minimum 20% local
match), and total project cost
Federal funds request = $190,000. Estimated project cost is $420,000.
3. Brief description of the proposed project. Attach a location map/visual
description of the project. Additional visual aids may be attached.
This project will involve the construction of a 8 foot wide PCC
pedestrian/bike trail on the west side of 1 st Ave. from Country Club Drive
north to Oakdale Blvd. This project is an extension of our existing 1 st
Ave. Trail system and will complete the connection between Coralville
(including connections to the UI trail system and downtown Iowa City) and
the Oakdale Blvd. Trail which connects to Johnson County's Dubuque St.
Trail which then connects to the Coralville Reservoir. This connection will
also benefit citizens in northern Coralville as well as the county by
providing access to the Iowa River Landing and other 1st Ave. & Hwy 6
locations. We have received numerous requests for the construction of
this specific project as many citizens bike/run/walk in this area and
currently are required to use 1st Ave., particularly the bridge over Muddy
Creek, which was does not provide safe accomodations for these
activities.
4. List all modes of transportation impacted by the proposed project.
Vehicles, pedestrians, and bicyclists will be positively impacted by the
construction of a pedestrian/bike trail on a parallel but separate alignment
from the street.
5. If applicable, describe the terrain where the proposed project is located.
The trail will be constructed parallel to and at a similiar 7% grade as 1 st
Ave. The trail will also cross Muddy Creek on a separate bridge.
6. Will the proposed project involve establishment of a new right-of-way?
This project will be constructed within the existing 1 st Ave. right-of-way.
1st Avenue Trail
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Summary of Enhancement Funding Applications
App# Project Requested Total Project
Federal Funds Cost
1 Highway 6 Trail Sycamore Street to Lakeside $ 400,000.00 $ 500,000.00
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2 Highway 1 Trail $ 1,000,000.00 $ 1,800,000.00
3 Old Highway 218 Trail $ 480,000.00 $ 600,000.00
Total $ 1,880,000.00 $ 2,900,000.00
Transportation Enhancement Project Application
The following information about your Transportation Enhancement project proposal will be
provided to the JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee and Urbanized Area
Policy Board for evaluation. JCCOG staff may contact you if additional information is required.
You will have the opportunity to explain the project at a meeting of the JCCOG Transportation
Technical Advisory Committee.
1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation Ron Knoche. 356-5138. City of Iowa
City JCCOG TTAC Member
2. Dollar amount of federal funds requested (required minimum 20% local match), and
total project cost
Federal Funds Requested: $400.000
Total Proiect Cost: $500.000
3. Brief description of the proposed project. Attach a location map/visual description of the
project.
This proiect will build a trail from Sycamore Street to Lakeside Drive alonQ Hiahwav 1.
4. List all modes of transportation impacted by the proposed project.
Motor vehicles. bicycles and pedestrians
5. If applicable, describe the terrain whe,re the proposed project is located.
The terrian is flat.
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The following information about your Transportation Enhancement project proposal will be
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You will have the opportunity to explain the project at a mee.ting of the JCCOG Transportation
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1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation Ron Knoche, 356-5138, City of Iowa
City JCCOG TT AC Member
2. Dollar amount of federal funds requested (required minimum 20% local match), and
total project cost
Federal Funds Requested: $1,000,000
Total Proiect Cost: $1.800.000
3. Brief description of the proposed project. Attach a location map/visual description of the
project.
This proiect will build a trail from Riverside Drive to Mormon Trek Boulevard
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Motor vehicles. transit. bicycles and pedestrians
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Technical Advisory Committee.
1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation Ron Knoche, 356-5138, City of Iowa
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total project cost
Federal Funds Requested: $480,000
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4. List all modes of transportation impacted by the proposed project.
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Transportation Enhancement Project
City of Tiffin
211 Main Street
P.O. Box 259
Tiffin, IA 52340-0259
Phone: (319)545-25n
Fax: (319) 545-4147
City of Tiffin
City ParR Trail - Phase 4
2007
Transportation Enhancement Project
Table of Contents:
Application
Page 1
Location Map
Page 2
Cost Estimate
Page 4
Project Map
Page 5
Contacts
Page 6
Transportation Enhancement Project 2007
City of Tiffin
Transportation Enhancement Project Application - required information
The following information about your Transportation Enhancement project proposal will be
provided to the JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee and Urbanized Area
Policy Board for evaluation. JCCOG staff may contact you if additional information is required.
You will have the opportunity to explain the project at a meeting of the JCCOG Transportation
Technical Advisory Committee.
1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation Karin A. Oils, P.E. - City of
Tiffin Council Member
2. Dollar amount of federal funds requested (required minimum 20% local match), and total
project cost Federal Funds Requested $89,000 (Match $22,716.58)
Total Project Cost $111,716.58
3. Brief description of the proposed project. Attach a location map/visual description of the
project. Additional visual aids may be attached. Project includes extension of
existing trail crossing Jasper Avenue headed east toward the Interstate 380
bridge that crosses U.S. Highway 6. This is the location that the City ot
Tiffin and City of Coralville trails are to meet. Approximate length of trail
will be 1,500 L.F. Trail will be 8-foot in width, located on City of Tiffin
property .
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List all modes of transportation impacted by the proposed project.
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transportation impacted will include pedestrian, bicycle, rollerblading, and
possible segeway. Trail will be handicapped accessable meeting ADA
requirements.
5. If applicable, describe the terrain where the proposed project is located.
The terrain is insubstantial to slight.
6. Will the proposed project involve establishment of a new right-of-way?
The proposed project will not require establishment of new right-ot-way.
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ITEM No. Description UNIT Est. Qty. Unit Price TOTAL
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1 Excavation, Class 1 0, Roadway and Borrow; C.Y. 500.00 $6.00 $3,000.00
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2 Topsoil, Strip, Salvage and Spread; Complete C.Y. 333.00 $4.50 $1,498.50
3 Clearing and Grubbing; Complete L.S. L.S. $1,500.00 $1,500.00
4 Culvert, Corrugated Metal Roadway Pipe, 24 in. dia.; L.F. 70 $45.00 $3,150.00
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5 Aprons, Metal, 24 in. dia.; In Place Each 4 $380.00 $1,520.00
6 Revetment, Class A; In Place Tons 70.00 $18.00 $1,260.00
7 Recreational Trail, Portland Cement Concrete, 6 in.; S.Y. 1,333.00 $45.00 $59,985.00
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8 Pedestrian Crossing Signs Each 2.00 $150.00 $300.00
9 Mobilization; Complete L.S. L.S. $2,000.00 $2,000.00
10 Mulch; In Place Acres 0.30 $3,500.00 $1,050.00
11 Seeding and Fertilizing (Urban); Complete Acres 0.3 $4,500.00 $1,350.00
12 Trees; In Place Each 25 $300.00 $7,500.00
13 Silt Fence; In Place L.F. 600.00 $7.00 $4,200.00
TOTAL $88,313.50
BASE BID
Contingency (10%) $8,831.35
Engineering (15%) $14,571.73
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Funds Requested $111,716.58
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City of Tiffin
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Contact List:
Mayor elenn R. Potter
City of Tiffin
P.O. Box 259
Tiffin, IA 52340
Phone: (319) 545-2205
Fax: (319) 545-4147
City CierI:? Margaret B.C. Reihman
City of Tiffin
P.O. Box 259
Tiffin, IA 52340
Phone: (319) 545-2572
Fax: (319) 545-4147
Email: tiffin@avalon.net
Application Writer
Karin A. Oils, P.E.
Arcadian Engineering & Surveying
101 Windflower Lane
P.O. Box 250
Solon, IA 52333
Phone: (319) 624-5044
Cell: (319) 430-6007
Fax: (319) 624-5119
Email: I:?arindils@yahoo.com
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City of University Heights, Iowa
Transportation Enhancement (TE) Project Application
October 2007
1. Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation:
Erling Anderson (354-7897); City of University Heights
2. Dollar amount of federal funds requested (required minimum 20% local match), and
total project cost:
Federal Funds Requested: $396,800.00
Local Match: $ 99.200.00
Total Project Cost:
$496,000.00
3. Brief description of the proposed project. Attach a location map/visual description of
the project:
The City of University Heights, proposes to further the JCCOG Long Range
Multi-Modal Transportation Plan by providing an effective connection
between two points within the trails and wide sidewalk network. This
project will replace an existing 4-foot sidewalk with an 8-foot "wide
sidewalk" on the north side of Melrose Avenue, connecting an existing wide
sidewalk at the east city limit of University Heights to within 200-feet of an
existing trail at the Finkbine Golf Course entrance drive just beyond the west
city limit. The total project length is approximately 3,000 linear feet.
The proposed project provides an improved bicycle and pedestrian
connection between destination points (City of Iowa City and University of
Iowa) to the east and west of University Heights, as well as destination points
within University Heights, such as the Athletic Club, St. Andrews Church,
Taste on Melrose, City Hall, and the Hedlund Dental Office. In particular,
there are numerous University of Iowa facilities developing west of the City,
including Finkbine Golf Course, the Commuter Parking Lot, Student
Housing, Recreation Fields, and numerous athletic practice and competition
sites.
The existing Melrose A venue right-of-way is 80-feet wide from the west city
limit to Sunset Street. This provides enough width to place the wide sidewalk
and maintain adequate clear widths, and requires only minor modifications
to a few entrance drive aprons.
The existing Melrose A venue right-of-way is 60-feet wide from Sunset Street
to the east city limit. There are several residential driveways on the north
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side with steep grades. Overhead utility pole facilities are located on the
south side of the street. To accommodate appropriate clearances, and
maintain the existing driveway apron grades for residential properties along
the route, the north curb of Melrose Avenue would need to be moved south
approximately 4-feet. The resulting street width would be 33-feet. The
attached "sections" show that the existing functionality of the roadway could
be maintained. Design exceptions may be necessary for lane width and
path/roadway separation in some locations.
Bicycle parking is proposed to be located adjacent to this new walk near the
building housing the restaurant, dentist's office, and City Hall. This is the
only section of the City currently zoned for Business. To maintain
appropriate clear width distances along the walk in this area, the north curb
would move south by 4-feet, and the existing trees and walkway lighting in
this area are proposed to be removed and replaced. It is proposed to modify
the pavement markings in this section to maintain the on-street parking and
two lanes of east-west traffic.
4. List all modes of transportation impacted by the proposed project:
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or bicycling; provider safer and/or more desirable route)
5. If applicable, describe the terrain where the proposed project is located:
The north side of Melrose Avenue is an existing urban roadway. The
proposed project would encounter numerous driveways (primarily
residential), and cross three intersections: Birkdale Court, Sunset Street, and
the Koser/Golfview intersection. The majority of overhead utility facilities
are located on the opposite side of the road (south side). The distance
between the edge of the existing 4-foot walk and the back of curb varies along
the project. There are a few properties with existing retaining walls abutting
the edge of the right-of-way.
6. Will the proposed project involve establishment of a new right-of-way?
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From: Bill Nesper [BiIlNesper@bikeleague.org]
Sent: Monday, September 24, 2007 1 :49 PM
To: Kent Ralston
Subject: Bicycle Friendly Community
Attachments: BFC Press Release Sept 26 2007.doc
Kent:
Thank you for your Bicycle Friendly Community application. After careful review of your application and consultation with local
cyclists, we have determined that Iowa City should be recognized with an Honorable Mention.
The Honorable Mention is presented only to communities on the cusp of earning a Bicycle Friendly Community award. You should
be proud of this accomplishment indicating that a few additional improvements could earn a Bicycle Friendly Community award for
your community in the future. We will be sending you an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses we saw in your application in
the next few weeks.
The League will promote your honorable mention status on our website for one year. We will gladly review an updated application
next year, so we urge you to make as many improvements as possible in the meantime! A hard copy of this letter along with a
certificate honoring your community for these efforts will be sent to you.
Once again, congratulations on your progress in creating a bicycle-friendly community.
Sincerely,
Bill Nesper
Director, Bicycle Friendly Community Program
League of American Bicyclists
1612 K St. N.W., Suite #800
Washington, DC 20006
P: 202-822-1333
F: 202-822-1334
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Sign up for EITQJJLde Iu.~SQn..QDJ:tthe League's 2007 AnmH:lIRaJJ'i. You'll have the chance to go on fantastic rides, see a gold-level
Bicycle Friendly Community close up, and speak with hundreds of other League members!
10/16/2007
FOR RELEASE ON SEPT. 26
Contact: Elizabeth Preston
League of American Bicyclists
202-822-1333
elizabeth@bikeleague.org
New York City Among Communities
Receiving Bicycle Friendly Community Designation
Washington, D.C.-Today, seven communities were honored with the League of American
Bicyclists prestigious Bicycle Friendly Community designation.
Silver Bronze
Santa Cruz, Calif. Lexington-Fayette County, Ky.
Steamboat Springs, Colo. Liberty Lake, Wash.
New York City, N.Y.
Santa Clarita, Calif.
Spartanburg, S.C.
The Bicycle Friendly Community program is revolutionizing the way communities evaluate their
quality of life and transportation network. The League awards this four-year designation to
communities that have made impressive, measurable efforts to integrate bicyclists into the
community. There are four levels-platinum, gold, silver and bronze-awarded twice each year.
Thirteen communities renewed their designation, with one, Arlington, Va., moving up from
bronze to silver. These communities are:
Platinum
Davis, Calif.
Santa Barbara, Calif.
Tempe, Ariz.
Gold
Palo Alto, Calif.
Bronze
Auburn, Ala.
Bloomington, Ind.
Brentwood, Calif.
Chattanooga, Tenn.
Vancouver, Wash.
Washington, D.C.
Silver
Arlington, Va.
Chicago, III.
Folsom, Calif.
This designation is one with real meaning-it is difficult to earn and important to renew. In
addition to the winning communities, 17 other communities applied in this round. Since the
program's inception in 2003, 174 communities have applied and 70 have earned the designation.
"In this round, eight communities were given honorable mentions," League Executive Director
Andy Clarke said. "It is important to recognize communities as they begin to build bicycle
friendliness into their network. But a designation only goes to communities with established
records in two or more ofthe five categories."
The five categories local and national reviewers look at are:
Education: Does the community have systems in place to train children and adult cyclists?
Engineering: Are bicyclists included in the city's transportation plan?
Enforcement: Do police officers understand and enforce bicyclists' rights and responsibilities?
Encouragement: Does the community participate in Bike Month, offer bike rodeos, host
community bike rides, or otherwise encourage cycling?
Evaluation: Does the community have methods in place to ensure their bicyclist programs are
making a difference?
The honorable mentions are:
Baton Rouge, La.
Honolulu, Hawaii
Iowa City, Iowa
Knoxville, Tenn.
Little Rock, Ark.
Los Angeles, Calif.
Oceanside, Calif.
Tampa, Fla.
Notable features of this round of designations include:
Santa Cruz, Calif., in addition to a good all-around cycling program, has strongly enforced
guidelines to protect the safety of cyclists, pedestrians and disabled travelers during road
construction.
Steamboat Springs, Colo. has a strongly integrated off- and on-road bicycling system, featuring
some of the best single-track in the country.
Lexington-Fayette County, Ky. just passed a new bicycle-pedestrian master plan with $2 million
in local funds allocated for trail development and bike lanes.
Liberty Lake, Wash. built a bicycle infrastructure from the ground up as the community has
grown over the past 20 years.
New York City, N.Y., because of their high-profile crash problem, recently completed the most
thorough crash analysis of any city in the country. They are already using this plan to improve the
safety of cyclists.
Santa Clarita, Calif. has made intersection improvements across the city with the installation of
extremely sensitive bicycle-detection technology to ensure cyclists are properly accommodated
on city streets.
Spartanburg, S.c. recently completed a two-mile rail-trail through downtown which was paid for
with more than $1 million in local funds.
About the BFC Program & the League
The BFC program was initiated in 2003 and has received applications from more than 174
communities. Designations have been awarded to 70 cities and counties. The program is
generously supported with grants from Trek Bicycle Corporation and Bikes Belong. Applicants
complete a detailed on-line form with numerous questions in five key areas: engineering,
education, encouragement, enforcement, and evaluation/planning. Local cyclists, national experts,
and League staff review the applications. To learn more, visit
www.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org.
The League of American Bicyclists promotes bicycling for fun, fitness and transportation, and
works through advocacy and education for a bicycle-friendly America. The League represents the
interests of 57 million American cyclists, including its 300,000 members and affiliates. For more
information or to support the League, visit www.bikeleague.org or
www.bicyclefriendlycommunity.org.
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RE: SRTS Applications
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Kent Ralston
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From: John Yapp
Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2007 10:55 AM
To: Kent Ralston
Subject: FW: SRTS Applications
FYI, for RTBC
John Yapp, Executive Director
Johnson County Council of Governments
From: Ridnour, Kathy [DOT] [mailto:Kathy.Ridnour@dot.iowa.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, October 02,2007 1:00 PM
To: Ridnour, Kathy [DOT]; John Yapp; Hunsaker, Rick; Welch, Tom [DOT]; Christensen, Max [ED]; Hiatt, Becky; Lane, Tim
[IDPH]; Markley, Craig [DOT]; Ridnour, Kathy [DOT]; Simodynes, Tim [DOT]; Thompson, Robert [DPS]
Cc: Anderson, Stuart [DOT]
Subject: RE: SRTS Applications
Oops. We got 9 Noninfrastructure apps and 58 Infrastructure apps. I changed it below.
-----Original Message-----
From: Ridnour, Kathy [DOT]
Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 12:50 PM
To: Yapp, John; Hunsaker, Rick; Welch, Tom [DOT]; Christensen, Max [ED]; Hiatt, Becky; Lane, Tim [IDPH]; Markley, Craig; Ridnour, Kathy; Simodynes, Tim; Thompson,
Robert [DPS]
Cc: Anderson, Stuart [DOT]
Subject: SRTS Applications
Good afternoon,
Yesterday, October 1, was the deadline for submitting SRTS applications for this round of funding. Below is a summary of what
we received:
Noninfrastructure: 9 applications requesting $695,370; we have $650,066 available
Infrastructure: 58 applications requesting $8,881,830; we have $1,766,821 available
Total requested: $9,577,200 Total available: $2,416,887
This is 30 fewer applications than last year. I will be mailing the applications and instructions to you as soon as possible for
your review. Since our committee meeting is scheduled for November 13, I will need to have your scores sent to me in the
attached spreadsheet by Tuesday, November 6. This will allow time for me to tally the scores and have a summary available
at our meeting. THANK YOUII
<< File: Score form.xls >>
Kathy Ridnour
Safe Routes to School Program Coordinator
10/3/2007