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MEETING NOTICE
JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - 4:00PM
Johnson County Health and Human Services BuildinQ (855 S. Dubuque St.)-
second floor room 203C
AGENDA
1. Call to order; recognize alternates; consider approval of minutes
2. Public discussion
3. Review of JCCOG Transportation Enhancement (TE) funding applications
a. Consider a recommendation to the Transportation Technical Advisory Committee on
apportionment of TE funds.
4. Summary of JCCOG trail counts
5. Update on Safe Routes to School grant applications
6. Update on local adoption of the Metro Bicycle Master Plan
7. Update on Iowa City's Bicycle Friendly Communities application
8. Discuss updating the Trails Section of the JCCOG Long-Range Transportation Plan
9. Discussion of future RTBC agenda items.
10. Other business
11. Adjournment
Attachments:
1. Draft minutes from the February 17,2009 RTBC meeting
2. Memorandum - TE funding application summary and ranking criteria
3. Memorandum - STP funding application summary
4. Memorandum - Annual Trail Count Program
5. Memorandum - October 13,2009 Agenda items
6. Newsletter article, "JCCB Acquires Key Property," The Conservation Connection, Fall 2009
7. Magazine article, "How to Get More Bicyclists on the Road: To boost urban bicycling, figure
out what women want," Scientific American, October 16, 2009
Contact Kris Ackerson, JCCOG Assistant Transportation Planner, at 356-5247 or kristopher-
ackerson@iowa-cityorg with questions.
MINUTES
JCCOG REGIONAL TRAILS AND BICYCLING COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, JULY 14th, 2009
IOWA CITY CITY HALL - PCD CONFERENCE ROOM
DRAFT
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Terry Dahms, Louise From, Brian Loring, Terrence Neuzil, Royce
Phillips, Sherri Proud, Michelle Ribble
Shelly Simpson
Nick Maddix
MEMBERS ABSENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
CALL TO ORDER
Kristopher Ackerson, Kent Ralston, Chris Widmer, Brock Grenis
Ackerson called the meeting to order at 4:05 pm. Ackerson recognized no alternates were
present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE FEBRUARY 17TH. 2009 MEETING
The motion to approve the February 17th, 2009 minutes was made by Neuzil and seconded by
From. The motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
There was no public discussion.
AGENDA ITEM #3: DISCUSSION OF THE METRO BICYCLE MASTER PLAN
3a. PUBLIC INPUT RECEIVED DURING 30 - DAY COMMENT PERIOD
Ackerson presented the Committee with comments received from the 30-day public comment
period that began on June 8th and ended on July 8th for the Metro Bicycle Master Plan. Copies
of the three comments were passed out to all that were present.
3b. BIKE PLAN MAILING LIST
Ackerson informed the Committee of the email list collected by staff to inform interested parties
of the continual progress on the Metro Bicycle Master Plan. Ackerson mentioned that
Committee Members may utilize this email list to inform interested parties about their own
municipality's progress on the Metro Bicycle Master Plan.
3c. UPDATE ON PROJECT TIMELlNE
Ackerson discussed the planning process of the Metro Bicycle Mater Plan and the good turnout
of the May public open house during Bike to Work Week. With the completion of the 30-day
comment period, the final step is forwarding the Plan to JCCOG member entities for
consideration. Ackerson mentioned that Iowa City is considering adopting the Metro Bicycle
Master Plan as part of the Land Use Comprehensive Plan.
AGENDA ITEM #4: DISCUSS UPDATING THE TRAILS SECTION OF THE JCCOG LONG-
RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN
Ackerson directed the Committee to study the map of existing and proposed trails for the
JCCOG Long Range Transportation Plan and to submit changes to staff by August 28. To be
awarded funding, trail projects must be included in the JCCOG Long Range Transportation Plan
which is the guiding document for regional Surface Transportation Program and Transportation
Enhancement Program funds.
AGENDA ITEM #5: UPDATE ON REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT
APPLICATION
Ackerson informed the Committee that the FY2010 JCCOG Transportation Planning Work
Program directs staff to submit a regional Transportation Enhancement application for bicycle
way-finding signage throughout the regional area. If Committee members are interested in
being part of the effort it requires a minimum 20% local match.
Dahms noted his concern about hiring a consultant for the design and suggested other options.
Neuzil opposed hiring a consultant and requested examples for the sign design. Ralston
mentioned the possibility of using JCCOG's graphic designer. Ackerson ended the discussion
by mentioning that each member will be provided Transportation Enhancement applications in
August.
AGENDA ITEM #6: SUMMARY OF JCCOG BICYCLE TRAFFIC COUNTS
Ackerson informed the Committee that beginning in February 2009 bicycle traffic is now an
additional component of peak hour traffic counts. Ackerson referred the Committee to observe
the enclosed memorandum in their packets that display a summary of the counts to date.
Ackerson noted an error in the Melrose/Koser intersection that reads 4.2% of the total traffic as
bicycle traffic which should indicate 2.6% of total traffic as bicycle traffic.
Ribble suggested that the time of year and weather conditions at the time of the count would be
a helpful addition to the bicycle count inventory. Ackerson agreed with this measure.
AGENDA ITEM #7: UPDATE ON SHARED LANE ARROWS AND BIKE LANES
Ackerson updated the Committee on the installation of the new shared lane arrow, or sharrow,
pavement markings on streets this summer. Ackerson addressed the reasons why sharrows
and bike lanes are located in the left lane.
AGENDA ITEM #8: OTHER BUSINESS
Ackerson mentioned that the new Iowa DOT Bike Maps are available and Committee members
may request copies anytime to hand out in their community.
Ackerson informed the Committee of the passing of Terry Trueblood who was a long-time
member of the Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee.
Neuzil requested the creation of a document that would inform each Committee member of the
activities going on in other communities. This list would include completed projects or projects
that are underway. Ralston suggested that this document take the form of a press release that
would be available before the end of the year.
Ribble requested that packets come through email as opposed to postal mail as they are now
being sent. Ackerson noted that packets will now be available byemail.
ADJOURNMENT
At 4:40 Dahms moved to adjourn and was seconded by From. The motion carried
unanimously.
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Date: October 6, 2009
To: JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee
From: Kris Ackerson, Assistant Transportation Planner
Re: Consider a recommendation to the Transportation Technical Advisory Committee on
apportionment of TE funds
Applications for FY11-12 JCCOG-allocated Surface Transportation Program (STP) and
Transportation Enhancement (TE) funds have been received. Our targets for the FY11-12
funding cycle are $3,940,561 in STP funds and $572,763 in TE funds. The official 30-day public
comment period began on September 10 and will conclude on October 10, although input received
until December 1 will be forwarded to the JCCOG Board for consideration. To-date we have five
comments on the TE applications (attached).
The application form spells out the process used to solicit projects for this funding. In summary,
applications may be submitted by JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee
(TTAC) 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.
At your October 13 meeting, please consider making a recommendation to the JCCOG TT AC
on the apportionment of TE funds. The JCCOG staff scores, based on the scoring criteria
adopted by the JCCOG Board, are enclosed. The projects need not be recommended for
funding according to their scores; the scores are meant to be one piece of information for
consideration in your deliberations. As you discuss the projects to recommend for funding,
consider the project score, any public input received (attached), and ultimately the merits of
each project. The funds cannot be apportioned according to the population of the JCCOG
municipalities.
The RTBC may, by motion, amend any of the project scores before they are forwarded to the
JCCOG TTAC. Your recommendation will be forwarded to the TTAC on November 10 for
discussion, along with staff scores and rankings according to the adopted scoring criteria.
Transportation Enhancement funding applications are attached.
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Iowa City CSC
1960 S. Riverside Drive
Iowa City, IA 52246
Ph: 319-351-3530
Fax: 800-346-5021
October I, 2009
Iowa City Parks & Recreation Commission
c/o Kristopher Ackerson, Johnson County Council of Governments
220 S. Gilbert St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
Dear Parks & Recreation Commission:
Weare writing to request that funding be made available for the expansion of the trail system along
South Riverside Drive from Highway 6 to Sturgis Ferry Park.
There is regular foot and bicycle traffic along the sad little path that currently exists (which is scarcely
more than a rut from bicycle tires); it would make a tremendous difference to have a paved path to walk
or ride along, joining the outlying businesses and residences on the south side to the rest of the city.
Many employees here at RR Donnelley live in town, and would have an easy ride to work every day if
the trail could just be extended towards the frontage road to our building. In addition to offering an
alternative to commuting by car, it would provide increased access to Sturgis Ferry Park.
We are aware of the importance of expanding opportunities for greener living. Our company has
recently established a "Green Team" to encourage sustainable and environmentally aware practices both
at work and at home. Weare very excited about contributing to the community, and one of our projects
is adopting Sturgis Ferry Park (which is walking distance away from our offices). This somewhat
neglected park has potential to become an enjoyable green space, and a trail would enhance its status as
an actual park rather than a parking lot for the boat ramp.
Please consider allocating funding for this project. It would make a difference to many of us here at RR
Donnelley, and to the many others who walk that route regularly.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Employees of RR Donnelley, Iowa City
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Skip Morrison (x1365) or Melissa
Serenda (x1201).
Kristopher Ackerson
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
robert. powers@us.schneider-electric.com
Thursday, September 24, 2009 2:52 PM
Kristopher Ackerson
JCCOG Funding Project
Dear Kristopher Ackerson,
re: Old Highway 218 trail proposal #5
I would like to express my interest in seeing a trail/sidewalk placed along Old Highway
218 passing in front of the Iowa City Airport connecting Riverside Boulevard to Mormon
Trek Boulevard.
I believe this proposal is listed as #5.
I often use the airport and would enjoy safely bicycling to the airport from town. My
family and visiting friends/relatives would also like to walk/bicycle to the airport with
their children to enjoy the newly installed picnic area at the airport.
Robert Powers
3 Melrose Circle
Iowa City, Iowa 52246
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From: Alexis Park Inn [AlexisParklnn@mchsLcom]
Sent: Thursday, September 24,20093:13 PM
To: Kristopher Ackerson
Subject: Riverside drive sidewalk
Please mark me down as being strongly in favor of a sidewalk along South Riverside Dr. extending
south from Highway 6 past the airport and on to Mormon Trek Blvd. I see many people walking that
way either in the road or along the uneven grass on the shoulder. Not too bad a trek in the summer, but
during the winter months the pedestrians are forced to walk in the street - not a safe alternative on a
highway.
Thank you for your support in this manner.
Mary Honeck
203 Friendship St.
Iowa City, IA
9/2512009
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Kristopher Ackerson
From: The Alexis Park Inn & Suites [alexisparkinn@mchsLcom]
Sent: Thursday, September 24, 2009 6:32 PM
To: Kristopher Ackerson
Subject: Riverside Drive Bike Trail Extension from Hwy 1 to Mormon Trek
Dear Mr. Ackerson,
Re: httpJlwwwjg~Qg,QIgtdQ_c1Jm~ms/STPSlJbmittf11~,pdf
I wish to express our strong support for proposal #4, the extension of the bike trail along Riverside Drive
from Hwy 1 to Mormon Trek Blvd. Riverside Drive is a heavily-used 4-lane road that runs directly in
front of our business, the Alexis Park Inn & Suites. We witness bicycle riders traveling this dangerous
road on a daily basis, and can attest to the fact that there are many "close-calls" between automobiles
and bicycles.
In response to this dangerous situation, an informal "dirt path" has been worn in the grass on the East
side of Riverside Drive by all of the bicycle and foot traffic. This path is a real "ankle twister", as many
of our fly-in guests will attest to. Although we are only 400 yards from the Iowa City Airport, we have
been forced to leave a vehicle at the airport for our fly-in guests to use, simply because walking that
short distance from the airport to the hotel is too dangerous -- especially at night.
Not only would this bike path be a great help to our business, it would also help our staff, many of
whom have lived in the trailer parks south of town. These folks routinely risk their lives riding their
bikes to work, and the creation of this path would be greatly helpful.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Jay Honeck
Owner/Innkeeper
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"Y our Aviation Destination"
9/25/2009
Kristopher Ackerson
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Folkmann-Huss, Pamela [pamela-folkmann-huss@uiowa.edu]
Friday, September 25,20098:56 AM
Kristopher Ackerson
Chuck Huss
FW: JCCOG Funding Project
I would use and support adding a trail/sidewalk along old highway 218.
Iowa City needs to be progressive in its approach to trails that may link local
communities to Iowa City and would provide miles of uninterrupted bike trails that are
attractive to prospective homebuyers and vacationers. Thank you for this opportunity to
give input.
Pamela Folkmann-Huss
1229 Michelle Court
Iowa City, IA 52240
Title: Public comment period underway for JCCOG transportation projects
Release Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Release Time: 3:33:45 PM
Contact Person: Kristopher Ackerson
Contact Number: (319) 356-5247
Contact E-Mail: kristopher-ackerson@iowa-city.org
The public comment process is now underway for proposals that have been
submitted
to Johnson County Council of Governments (JCCOG) for over $4.5
million
in transportation funds for fiscal year 2011-12. Communities
represented by JCCOG, including Coralville, Iowa City, North Liberty,
Tiffin and University Heights,
have submitted proposals totaling more than $24.6 million - more than
five times
the amount of funding JCCOG will actually receive. Decisions on how the
money
will be allocated will be made by the JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board
at a
meeting on December 2.
The 2010-11 funds include $3,940,561 in Surface Transportation
Program
(STP)
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JCCOG TE Project Evaluation 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. Is the capital asset a new facility or an existing facility proposed for improvement as
noted in your Capital Improvements Project list?
A.
B.
C.
D.
No -
Yes -
Yes -
Yes -
o points
1 point; maintenance
3 points; reconstruction project
5 points; reconstruction with geometric improvements or a new road
alignment
Maintenance is defined as preservation of pavement condition, safety, and ride quality.
Reconstruction is characterized as complete replacement of a pavement structure with an
equivalent. Geometric improvements are defined as any physical improvements to a corridor
that improve motorist or pedestrian operations.
2. What local match percentage does your community have pledged?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Local match 0.00% - 20%
Local match 20.1 % - 30%
Local match 30.1 % - 40%
Local match 40.1 % - 50%
Local match 50.1 % - 60%
Local match 60.1 % - or more
o Points
1 Point
2 Points
3 Points
4 Points
5 Points
3. Is a focus of the project to address a safety concern at an intersection or mid block, or
improve safety at a location with a collision history involving bicyclists or pedestrians?
A.
B.
No -
Yes -
o points
3 points; not in top 25 high accident intersections or top 10 highest
accident mid-blocks
5 points; top 25 high accident intersections or top 10 highest accident
mid-blocks
C.
Yes -
4. Will the proposed project provide direct access to a school or improve access (within ~
mile) to multi-family residential or commerical development?
A. No - 0 points
B. Yes - 5 points
5. Is the project an extension of an existing pedestrian/bicycle facility noted in the JCCOG
LonG RanGe Trails Plan or LonG RanGe Wide Sidewalks Plan, or meet an identified goal
for your community in the JCCOG Metro Area Bicvcle Master Plan?
A. No - 0 points
B. Yes - 5 points
* Transportation Enhancement projects that do not include separated trails or wide sidewalks may not fit
into the scoring framework provided herein and should be deliberated separately based on their merits.
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application
Clear Creek Trail Phase 7 - Creekside Ball Park to 1.380
The following information must be provided for all Transportation Enhancement project
proposals and 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 # 319.248.1720
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project.
This project will extend our existing Clear Creek Trail system from Creekside Ball Park to
1-380, our west city limits, on an alignment that will connect with the City of Tiffin's trail
system. This will complete our portion of the trail system between Iowa City/University
of Iowa and Tiffin.
The trail will be constructed of 10 foot wide, 6" thick PCC.
3. Dollar amount of pledged local match $ 169,000
Dollar amount of other funds secured $ 0
Dollar amount of funds anticipated $ 258,000
Dollar amount of STP funds requested $ 250,000
Total project cost $ 677,000
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
See attached statement.
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?
This trail will provide an SUDAS standard trail connection between our existing Clear
Creek Trail system and Tiffin for pedestrians and bicyclists. The trail will start from a trail
head at the Creekside Ball Park and proceed west under 1-80 to 1-380.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility?
This project will construct a new facility on a new alignment.
7. Does your project impact any known environmentally sensitive areas/features?
This project will be constructed along Clear Creek and will cross Clear Creek in one
location. Prior to construction, environmental studies will be performed to determine
what if any impact this project will have. Environmental impacts will be avoided if
possible or minimized in the final design.
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September 1, 2009
To: JCCOG
Re: Clear Creek Trail Phase 7 - Creekside Ball Park to 1-380
Transportation Enhancement Application
The City of Coralville commits to provide $169,000 of local funds to match the
$250,000 in STP funds requested for the above-referenced project and to make all
reasonable efforts to construct this project within 3 years of STP funding award.
City Administration
1512 7th Street
Coralville, Iowa 52241.1708
Ph: 319-248.1700
Fax: 319.248-1894
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application
Camp Cardinal Blvd. Trail - Hwy 6 to Clear Creek Trail
The following information must be provided for all Transportation Enhancement project
proposals and 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 # 319.248.1720
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project.
This project will construct an 8' wide, 6" thick PCC trail along the east side of Camp
Cardinal Blvd. from Hwy 6 to the Clear Creek Trail system. This project will use
retaining wall materials that the city already owns to reconstruct an existing failing
retaining wall along the route. This project will connect to the proposed Clear Creek
trailhead where parking and restroom/water facilities will be provided. This is a highly
requested connection between these two existing trail systems.
3. Dollar amount of pledged local match $ 43,750
Dollar amount of other funds secured $ 0
Dollar amount of funds anticipated $ 0
Dollar amount of STP funds requested $ 81,250
Total project cost $ 125,000
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
See attached statement.
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?
This trail will provide an SUDAS standard trail connection between our existing Hwy 6
Trail system and existing Clear Creek Trail system for pedestrians and bicyclists. This
project will connect to the proposed Clear Creek trailhead where parking and
restroom/water facilities will be provided.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility?
This project will construct a new facility along a new alignment.
7. Does your project impact any known environmentally sensitive areas/features?
No - the alignment of this proposed trail is within the existing Camp Cardinal Blvd. right-
of-way.
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September 1, 2009
To: JCCOG
Re: Camp Cardinal Blvd. Trail - H wy 6 to Clear Creek Trail
Transportation Enhancement Application
The City of Coralville commits to provide $43,750 of local funds to match the
$81,250 in STP funds requested for the above-referenced project and to make all
reasonable efforts to construct this project within 3 years of STP funding award.
City Administration
1512 7th Street
Coralville, Iowa 52241-1708
Ph: 319-248-1700
Fax: 319-248-1894
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application - required information
The following information must be provided for all Transportation Enhancement project
proposals and 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. Engineer. City of
Coralville. 248-1700
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project.
An unexpected outcome of the prowing trail network in the Urbanized Area is the
challenge of naviaating nearbY communities. Plottina routes to and from popular
destinations. includina trails. is frustratina for pedestrians and cyclists (JCCOG Bicycle
Survey, 2008). The proposed proiect entails installation of trail and on-street wayfindina
signs for bikes and pedestrians. To aid trail users and advertize amenities. the JCCOG
entities are pursuing a coordinated system of way-findina signs. The proposed signs
would:
1. Include the destination. distance. and direction to landmarks like "North Uberty
Recreation Center. Public Library. Morrison Park, etc." and
2. Be installed periodically, at all turns. and at maior street intersections to
ensure continuous routes.
3.
Dollar amount of pledged local match (Coralville)
Dollar amount of pledged local match (Iowa City)
Dollar amount of pledged local match (N. Liberty)
Dollar amount of pledged local match (U. Heights)
Dollar amount of pledged local match (Tiffin)
Dollar amount of other funds secured
Dollar amount of funds anticipated
Dollar amount of TE funds requested
Total project cost
$ 796
$ 2,493
$ 397
$ 107
$107
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$ 15.600
$ 19.500
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded. Please find enclosed statements
from the cities of Iowa City. Coralville. University Heights. Tiffin. and Johnson County
confirminq their commitment to fund the 20% local match for the proiect.
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?
This proiect complies with the JCCOG Complete Streets Policy. The proposed sianaae
will primarilY impact pedestrians and bicyclists. but minor improvements may be seen on
roadways by improved traffic circulation.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility? This proiect entails imoroved way-finding at trail heads and
alona roadways in the JCCOG Urbanized Area. The new directional sianage will be
installed at existing trails and roadways.
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proposed signs will be installed on previously disturbed areas in existing right-of~ways-
along existing trails and roadways.
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August 28, 2009
Dear JCCOG TTAC Urbanized Area Policy Board,
We are pleased to submit a funding proposal for Transportation
Enhancement Funds to Bicycle Trail and Wayfinding signage on behalf of the
cities of Coralville, Iowa City, North Uberty, llffin, and University Heights. In
addition, the City of Coralville is prepared to supply the necessary local
matching funds for our portion of the signage and install within three years
of award.
Sherri L. Proud, CPRP
Director of Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation
Department
1506 8ltl Street
Coralville, IA 52241
f)HONE 319-248.1750
FAX 319-248-1899
www.coralville.org
220 SOUTH GILBERT STREET
IOWA CITY IOWA 52240.1632
OF IOWA CITY
"Discover the Benefits"
PHONE (319) 356-5100
FAX (319) 356-5487
www.icgov.org
August 27, 2009
JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee
Urbanized Area Policy Board,
On behalf of The City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department, we are fully supportive of
this Transportation Enhancement Application and are prepared to fund the local match for the City
of Iowa City. In addition we are also prepared to implement the project within three years from
the time JCCOG funds are awarded. If you have any additional questions please feel free to contact
the Interim Director of Parks and Recreation, Mike Moran at 319-356-5100. Thank you for the
opportunity to be considered for this award.
Sincerely,
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John Westefeld, Chair
Iowa City Parks and Recreation Commission
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Sherri Proud
From: Royce W. Phillips [pastor@tbciowa.org]
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 2:32 PM
To: Sherri Proud
Subject: TE application
Sherri,
Kris Ackerson asked that I email you with a statement indicating that the City of Tiffin is prepared to fund
the local match and implement the project within three years. The Tiffin portion of the project is very
small, but please consider this our statement that we are prepared to fulfill our responsibilities. Thank you
for your help.
Royce Phillips
Mayor of Tiffin
8/28/2009
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Sherri Proud
From: Louise From (louisebob@mchsLcom]
Sent: Thursday, August 27,20093:56 PM
To: Sherri Proud
Subject: Bike signs TE application
Sherri,
We appreciate the City of Coralville sponsoring the TE application for the bike signs. The City of
University Heights is prepared to fund their local match for the bike signs of $107. and implement the
project within three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Louise From, Mayor
City of University Heights
8/28/2009
Page 1 of 1
Sherri Proud
From: Sherri Proud
Sent: Monday, August 31,200910:55 AM
To: Sherri Proud
Subject: FW: TE Application
From: Shelly Simpson [mailto:ssimpson@CI.North-Liberty.IA.US]
Sent: Monday, August 31,20099:48 AM
To: Sherri Proud
Cc: Ryan Heiar; Tracey Mulcahey
Subject: RE: TE Application
Sherri,
We appreciate the City of Coralville sponsoring the TE application for the bike signs. I have discussed
this application with Ryan Heiar, City Administrator, City of North liberty and we are prepared to fund our
local match for the bike signs ($397.00) and implement the project within three years from the time
JCCOG funds are awarded.
Let me know if you have any questions
Shelly Simpson
Recreation Director
City of North Liberty
8/3112009
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application - required information
The following information must be provided for all Transportation Enhancement project
proposals and 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. 319.356.5140.
Iowa City Transportation Technical Advisory Committe Member
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
maplvisual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project. Old Rock Island Railroad Depot Purchase I Renovation
This proiect will purchase the existing Old Rock Island Depot at 119 Wriaht Street. The
Depot will be renovated to serve as the location for the Amtrak stop in the Iowa City and
Coralville area. The renovation will make the building ADA compliant.
3.
Dollar amount of pledged local match
Dollar amount of other funds secured
Dollar amount of funds anticipated
Dollar amount of STP funds requested
Total project cost
$ 140,000
$ 0
$ 0
$ 560,000
$ 700.000
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
Please see attached.
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?_
The Complete Streets Policy will not apply to this proiect.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility?This proiect will maintain an existina facilitv.
7. Does your project impact any known enviromentally sensitive areas/features?
This proiect does not impact and known environmentallv sensitive areas/features.
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Mr. John Yapp
Executive Director
Johnson County Council of Governments
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City I Iowa 52240
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August 28, 2009
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
Re: City of Iowa City Applications for SAFETEA.LU Transportation Enhancement
Funds
Dear Mr. Yapp:
The projects the City of Iowa City has submitted applications for were discussed by the
City Council at their August 17th work session. The City of Iowa City is prepared to fund
the local match for these projects and will implement the projects within three years from
the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
Sincerely,
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Acting City Manager
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application - required information
The following information must be provided for all Transportation Enhancement project
proposals and 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. 319.356.5140.
Iowa City Transportation Technical Advisory Committe Member
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project. Hiahway 1 Trail - This proiect will construct a 10' wide
trail alona Hiahway 1 from the intersection of Riverside Drivel Old Hiahway 218 and
Hiahway 1 to the intersection of Mormon Trek Boulevard and Hiahway 1. The proiect
will be constructed within the existina riaht of way.
3. Dollar amount of pledged local match $ 800,000
Dollar amount of other funds secured $
Dollar amount of funds anticipated $
Dollar amount of STP funds requested $ 1.000.000
Total project cost $ 1.800.000
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
Please see attached.
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project? _
This proiect will comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policv. This will
enhance bicyclist and pedestrain safety bY providina a separated trail.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility? This proiect will establish a new facility.
7. Does your project impact any known enviromentally sensitive areas/features?
This oroiect does not imoact and known environmentallv sensitive areas/features.
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Executive Director
Johnson County Council of Governments
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
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Re: City of Iowa City Applications for SAFETEA-LU Transportation Enhancement
Funds
Dear Mr. Yapp:
The projects the City of Iowa City has submitted applications for were discussed by the
City Council at their August 1 ih work ses~ion. The City of Iowa City is prepared to fund
the local match for these projects and will implement the projects within three years from
the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
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Acting City Manager
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application - required information
The following information must be provided for all Transportation Enhancement project
proposals and 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. 319.356.5140.
Iowa City Transportation Technical Advisory Committe Member
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project. Iowa River Corridor Trail- Taft Speedway to the
Peninsula Park - This proiect will construct a 10' wide trail from Taft Speedway to the
Peninsula Park. The trail will be located alont! the Iowa River on property to be
purchased durint! the flood recovery.
3.
Dollar amount of pledged local match
Dollar amount of other funds secured
Dollar amount of funds anticipated
Dollar amount of STP funds requested
Total project cost
$ 180.000
$ 0
$ 0
$ 720.000
$ 900.000
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
Please see attached.
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?_
This proiect will complv with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy. This will
enhance bicyclist and pedestrain safety bv providint! a separated trail.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility? This oroiect will establish a new facility.
7. Does your project impact any known enviromentally sensitive areas/features?
This proiect does not impact and known environmentallv sensitive areas/features.
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Mr. John Yapp
Executive Director
Johnson County Council of Governments
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
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Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
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www.icgov.org
Re: City of Iowa City Applications for SAFETEA-LU Transportation Enhancement
Funds
Dear Mr. Yapp:
The projects the City of Iowa City has submitted applications for were discussed by the
City Council at their August 17th work session. The City of Iowa City is prepared to fund
the local match for these projects and will implement the projects within three years from
the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
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Acting City Manager
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Transportation Enhancement Project Application - requI. ed information
The following information must be provided for all Transportation Enhancement project
proposals and 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. 319.356.5140.
Iowa City Transportation Technical Advisory Committe Member
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project. Old Hiahway 218 Trail
This proiect construct a 10' wide trail from intersection of Riverside Drive / Old Hiahway
218 and Hiahwav 1 to the intersection of Mormon Trek Boulevard and Old Hiahwav
218. This proiect will be constructed within existina riaht of way.
3.
Dollar amount of pledged local match
Dollar amount of other funds secured
Dollar amount of funds anticipated
Dollar amount of STP funds requested
Total project cost
$ 150.000
$ 0
$ 0
$ 600.000
$ 750.000
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
Please see attached.
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?_
This proiect will complv with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policv. This will
enhance bicvclist and pedestrain safety bY providina a separated trail.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility?Thi~ project will establish a new facility.
7.
Does your project impact any known enviromentally sensitive areas/features?
This proiect does not impact and known environmentallv sensitive areas/features.
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Mr. John Yapp
Executive Director
Johnson County Council of Governments
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
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Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
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City of Iowa City Applications for SAFETEA-LU Transportation Enhancement
Funds
Re:
Dear Mr. Yapp:
The projects the City of Iowa City has submitted applications for were discussed by the
City Council at their August 1 th work session. The City of Iowa City is prepared to fund
the local match for these projects and will implement the projects within three years from
the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
Sincerely,
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North Liberty Dubuque Street Connector Trail
1. Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation
Dean Wheatley; 626-5747; City Planner for North Liberty, Member TTAC
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project.
The proposed project is a 10-foot separated trail extending generally north-south
approximately 8,600 feet through eastern North Liberty, connecting the proposed
Johnson County trail along Dubuque Street from the south corporate limits to the
proposed Mehaffey Bridge Road trail at the northern corporate limits, and providing
a crucial link in the North Liberty trails network. The trail passes directly in front of
Penn Elementary School and through Penn Meadows Park. All work is expected to
be completed within street right-of-way or park property, as shown on the map
exhibit, and no land or easement acquisition is anticipated. In addition, disruptions
to utilities, private properties, drainageways and drainage structures, and other
existing facilities, are anticipated to be minimal. The project is consistent with the
North Liberty Trails Network Plan, adopted august 25 2009 by the City Council.
3. Dollar amount of pledged local match $ 224,813
Dollar amount of other funds secured $
Dollar amount of funds anticipated $
Dollar amount of STP funds requested $ 572,763
Total project cost $ 797,576
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within three
years from tl1e time JCCOG funds are awarded.
The City of North Liberty is committed to funding the local match for this important
trail connection through the city, with local funding anticipated to be available for
project start by no later than FY2011.
Ryan Heiar, City Administrator
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page 2)?
Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?
Project will comply with the Complete Streets Policy. Construction of the trail will
"complete" substantial portions of Dubuque Street and North Front Street and a
smaller portion of East Penn Street.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or maintain
an existing facility?
The project is to construct a new paved trail. A crushed rock existing walking path
approximately 800 feet in length in Penn Meadows Park will be replaced by the trail,
as will approximately 2,0'70 lineal feet of existirl{J narrow sidewalk, but the rest of the
length is new construction.
"7. Does your project impact any known environmentally sensitive areas/features?
None
NORTH LIBERTY RECREATION TRAIL
1 O-foot wide PCC Recreation Trail from South City Limits to North City Limits
(Dubuque SUPenn Meadows Park/Penn St/Mahaffey Bridge Rd)
COnCel)! Phase Opinion of Probable Costs 8/19/09
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1 Clearing and Grubbing LS 1 $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00
2 Excavation, Class 10, Roadway and Borrow L.S 1 $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00
3 Topsoil, Strip, Salvage and Spread LS 1 $ 29,000.00 $ 29,000.00
4 Removal of Culvert Headwalls LS 1 $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00
5 Box Culvert Extension (approx. 30-feet) L.S 1 $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00
6 Structural Steel Pedestrian Hand Railing LF 30 $ 150.00 $ 4,500.00
7 Storm Intake EACH 5 $ 1,500.00 $ 7,500.00
8 Storm Sewer LF 150 $ 40.00 $ 6,000.00
9 Aprons, Concrete FES EACH 5 $ 500.00 $ 2,500.00
10 Revetment TON 75 $ 45.00 $ 3,375.00
11 Recreational Trail, Portland Cement Concrete, 6-lnch SY 9,600 $ 32.00 $ 307,200.00
12 Removal of Sidewalk SY 1,006 $ 11.00 $ 11,066.00
13 Sidewalk, Portland Cement Concrete, 4-lnch SY 50 $ 30.00 $ 1,500.00
14 Detectable Warnings for Curb Ramps SF 360 $ 28.00 $ 10,080.00
15 Sign age LS 1 $ 7,500.00 $ 7,500.00
16 Painted Pavement Markings, Durable STA 38 S 200.00 $ 7.600.00
17 Traffic Control LS 1 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00
18 Mobilization 1(' 1 $ 35,000.00 S 35,000.00
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19 Construction Survey and Testing LS 1 $ 25,0()O.OO $ 25,000.00
20 Utility Adjustments LS 1 $ 7,500.00 S 7,500.00
21 Seeding and Hydro-mulching ACRE 6.5 $ 3,500.00 $ 22,?50.00
22 Wood excelsior matting SY 10,150 $ 2.00 $ 20,300.00
23 Silt Fence L.F 200 $ 2.40 $ 480.00
24 Removal of Silt Fence LF 200 $ 0.65 $ 130.00
25 Clean-Out of Silt Fence LF 200 $ 1.00 $ 200.00
26 General Landscape, minor retaining walls, etc TOTAL '1 $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00
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$ 599,681.00
Contingency (15%)1 $ 89,952.15
Engineering, Admin, Construction Admin (18%)[ $ 107,942.58
$ 797,575.73
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1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation:
Louise From (319-354-1433), City of University Heights
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project.
Sunset Street Arterial Wide Sidewalk - Project includes removing the existing 4-foot wide
walk on the west side of Sunset Street, and constructing an 8-foot wide walk to meet
current arterial street standards. Project limits are Melrose Avenue to Benton Street.
This corridor is approximately 2,000 feet with a wide right-of-way available. Minor
realignment and storm sewer work to be used to improve clear zones and drainage. All
mainline and side road crossings to be updated with detectable warnings. Right-of-way to
be acquired at the northwest corner of Sunset and Benton to modify existing retaining
walls and improve vehicular and pedestrian sight distance. This intersection has a collision
history noted on the JCCOG Metro Area 2001-2007 Bicycle and Pedestrian Collisions map.
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Dollar amount of other funds secured
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Dollar amount of STP funds requested
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three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
The City of University Heights is prepared to fund their local match for the Sunset Street
wide sidewalk project and implement the project within three years from the time JCCOG
funds are awarded (Louise From, Mayor).
5. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?
Yes. Project would create improved corridor for pedestrians and bicyclists, and impove
intersection sight distance at the northwest corner of Sunst Street and Benton Street.
6. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
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JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee.
1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation: Royce Phillips, Mayor, City of
Tiffin, Iowa. City Phone 545-2572
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project. The proposed project consists of contructing a 10'
wide PCC trail from Second Street southerly to Clear Creek thence westerly along
Clear Creek to Ireland Avenue. This project will extend an existing trail system
southerly and westerly to a point across from a trail planned by Johnson County
that will ultimately extend to Kent Park.
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three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
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2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project?_
This project is strictly a trail project so will satisfy the Complete Streets Policy.
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existing facility? This project establishes a new facility which interconnects with an
existing facUtly within the City and also ultimately will connect Tiffin, Corlaville and Johnson
County systems.
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From: Royce W. Phillips [pastor@tbciowa.org]
Sent: Wednesday, September 02,20094:35 PM
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To: JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee
From: Kris Ackerson, Assistant Transportation Planner
Re: JCCOG Regional Surface Transportation Program Applications
Applications for FY11-12 JCCOG-allocated Surface Transportation Program (STP) and
Transportation Enhancement (TE) funds have been received. Our targets for the FY11-12
funding cycle are $3,940,561 in STP funds and $572,763 in TE funds. The following summary of
STP projects is provided for your reference. The official 30-day public comment period began on
September 10 and will conclude on October 10, although input received until December 1 will be
forwarded to the JCCOG Board for consideration.
The following public meetings are forums to provide verbal input. The JCCOG Transportation Technical
Advisory Committee will recommend funding at its Nov. 10 meeting at 10:30 a.m. at Iowa City City Hall,
410 E. Washington St., Iowa City. The JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board will decide funding
apportionments on Dec. 2nd at 4:30 p.m. at Harvat Hall, Iowa City City Hall.
I will be at your October 13 meeting to answer any questions you may have about this item.
Summary of applications for JCCOG
Surface Transportation Program Funds
FY2011-12
Funds available:
Funds requested:
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16,094,647
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1 Coralville
2 Coralville
3 Iowa City
4 Iowa City
5 Iowa City
6 Iowa City
7 Iowa City
8 North Liberty
9 University Heights
10 Tiffin
11 Tiffin
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$ 2,500,000
$
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Project Cost Project Description
$ 8,112,000 Extend the 1 st Ave. Fifth Lane Safety
Improvements Project from 6th St. to 9th St.
Includes ten-foot sidewalks on both sides and
traffic signal and lighting improvements.
$ 4,300,000 Widening Coral Ridge Ave. from Holiday Rd.
to Oakdale Blvd. Includes lighting
improvements and 10-foot trail along the
west side and underpass under Coral Ridge
Ave.
$ 6,400,000 First Ave. and IAIS Railroad crossing grade
separation. Includes 8- and 6-foot sidewalks.
$ 1,800,000 Highway 1 trail 1 O-feet wide from Riverside
Dr. to Mormon Trek Blvd.
$ 750,000 Old Highway 218 trail10-feet wide from
Highway 6 to McCollister Blvd.
$ 900,000 Iowa River Corridor Trail 1 O-feet wide from
Taft Speedway to Peninsula Park.
$ 700,000 Purchase and historical renovation Old Rock
Island Railroad Depot, including ADA
accessibility.
$ 1,912,059 Reconstruct Scales Bend Road/Highway 965
intersection. Includes geometric
improvements, turn lanes, and traffic signals.
$ 270,000 Sunset Street wide-sidewalk from Melrose
Ave. to Benton St., including minor
realignment, storm sewer improvements, and
detectable crossings.
$ 2,200,000 Extend Ireland Ave. north from IAIS Railroad
to Hwy 6, including wide sidewalk on one
side.
$ 3,300,000 Reconstruct Ireland Ave. from 1-80 to Iowa
IAIS Railroad, including new bridge over
Clear Creek and wide sidewalks on both
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$
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$
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$
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Surface Transportation Project Application - required information
The following information must be provided for all Surface Transportation project proposals and
will be provided to the JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) 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. JCCOG staff will score the projects; the
TT AC may modify scores.
1 . Your name, phone number, and JCCOG affiliation:
2. Brief description of the scope and intent of the proposed project. Attach a location
map/visual description of the project. Include any attachments and visual aids to
adequately describe the project.
3. Dollar amount of pledged local match $
Dollar amount of other funds secured $
Dollar amount of funds anticipated $
Dollar amount of STP funds requested $
Total project cost $
4. Please provide a statement from a senior staff member or elected official indicating that
your community is prepared to fund the local match and implement the project within
three years from the time JCCOG funds are awarded.
5. Will the proposed project establish a new facility, reconstruct an existing facility, or
maintain an existing facility?
6. How does this project further the goals and/or policies of your community's
Comprehensive Plan?
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7. Will your project comply with the adopted JCCOG Complete Streets Policy (see Page
2)? Explain how each mode of transportation will be affected by the proposed project._
8. In order for JCCOG staff to calculate whether the project will improve level-of-service at
an intersection or reduce vehicle hours traveled, please provide:
. Length of road segment:
. Number of through lanes:
. Number of turn lanes:
. Proposed alignment:
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Date: October 2nd 2009
To: Kris Ackerson; JCCOG Assistant Transportation Planner
From: Brock Grenis, Chris Widmer; JCCOG Transportation Planning Interns
Re: Summary of Bike and Pedestrian Trail Use - 2009
JCCOG has been collecting data on bicycle and pedestrian usage on the regional trails system
over the last several months. Data was collected using an infrared counter that counts both
bicycles and pedestrians, but cannot differentiate between the two. Data was collected for 22
locations: 15 locations within the City of Iowa City, four locations within Coralville, and three
locations within the City of North Liberty.
The count locations are based on requests from JCCOG entities, and it was our desire to collect
a broad sample of count information (see attached table and map).
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Daily Weekday Weekend % Change from
Location Ave Ave Ave Dates Weather 08' (Daily Ave)
Clear Creek Trail (-) 3%
(Behind Comfort Suites) 129 113 170 5/22-5/29 Rain 2 days; 70's
Clear Creek Trail (+) 25%
(Near Universitv Recreation Fields) 182 186 172 6/05-6/12 Rain 2 days; 70's
Court Hill Trail
(Between 1st and 2nd Avenue\ 255 150 268 7/24-7/31 Rain 2 davs; 70's/80's New Location
Highway 6 21 20 25 5/29-6/05 Rain 1 day; 70's (-) 14%
.. (Near Chili's in Coralville)
Highway 6 116 117 114 7/17-7/24 Rain 2 days; 70's and 80's (-) 27%
.. (Near K-Mart)
Iowa River Corridor Trail
· (At Waterworks Prairie Park) 174 166 196 8/14-8/21 Rain 2 days; 70's and 80's (+) 31%
Iowa River Corridor Trail
, (near 1-80 Tunnel) 41 29 71 9/25-1 0/3 Rain 2 days; 50's - 80's New Location
Iowa River Corridor Trail ( +) 19%
(Near Citv Park entrance) 270 270 270 9/04-9/11 Sun, Overcast; 70's/80's
Iowa River Corridor Trail (+) 27%
(At Napolean park) 116 115 119 6/26-7/03 Sun, Overcast;80's, Humid
Iowa River Corridor Trail (+) 34%
(near North Dubuaue StIW. Overlook) 118 112 132 8/07-8/14 Rain 1 day; 80's, Humid
Iowa River Corridor Trail
. (at Taft Speedway) 186 198 156 8/18-8/25 Rain 1 day; 70's and Sun New Location
North Liberty Trail 142 138 151 5/08-5/15 Rain 3 days;70's ( -) 9%
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North Liberty Trail 181 185 170 5/15-5/22 Rain 2 days, 70's (-) 100%
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North Ridge Trail 119 99 148 5/01-5/08 Rain 1 day; 80's (-) 70%
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To: JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee
From: Kris Ackerson, Assistant Transportation Planner
Re: October 13, 2009 Agenda Items
Agenda Item #5: Update on Safe Routes to Schools grant applications
In early 2009, JCCOG investigated possible Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) grant projects.
After meeting with representatives from Iowa City Community School District, making on-site
observations, and talking with school officials, the scope of possible projects was identified. At
the request of the cities, JCCOG staff helped prepare applications for sidewalks along Golfview
Drive - across the CRANDIC railroad - in North Liberty and along Main Street in Hills. As
collaborative efforts, the applications were submitted on September 30. Additionally, the City of
Tiffin and Clear Creek-Amana School District submitted a joint SRTS application for a sidewalk
connection along Highway 6 to improve access to the middle school and high school in Tiffin.
Agenda Item #6: Update on local adoption of the Metro Bicycle Master Plan
In July, the 30-day public comment period for the JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan concluded.
Since then, the City of Iowa City and Johnson County Board of Supervisors have adopted the plan.
The City of University Heights city council will discuss adopting the plan on October 13 and the City
of Tiffin plans to adopt the plan on October 4. The City of Coralville and North Liberty will also
consider adopting the plan soon.
Agenda Item #7: Update on Iowa City's Bicycle Friendly Communities application
Per City Council request, JCCOG staff re-applied to the League of American Bicyclists "Bicycle
Friendly Communities" (BFC) program on behalf of the City of Iowa City. Staff expects to
receive correspondence regarding the BFC designation before your October 13 meeting. In
2008, Iowa City received 1 of 8 'honorable mentions' given to communities across the nation.
I will bring copies of any new correspondence to your October 13 meeting.
Agenda Item #8: Discuss updating the Trails Section of the JCCOG Long-Range
Transportation Plan
The JCCOG Long Range Transportation Plan is the guiding document for regional Surface
Transportation Program and Transportation Enhancement Program funds. To be awarded
funds, planned trail projects must be included in the Long Range Plan. JCCOG staff discussed
the process for updating the Trails Section of the Long Range Plan with Federal Highway
Administration officials; they recommend waiting to make updates when the entire Long Range
Plan is updated in 2012.
Agenda Item #7: Discussion of future RTBC agenda items
Since the Metro Bicycle Master Plan and Transportation Enhancement applications are nearly
wrapped-up, please be prepared to discuss future RTBC agenda items that you would like
considered. Issues could include specific items of interest and general directions that the
committee should be focusing its efforts.
Agenda Item #8: Other business
Agenda Item #9: Adjournment
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Fall 2009
Volume 9, Issue 3
THE CONSERVATION
CONNECTION
Visit our web page: www.johnson-county.com/conservation
A Quarterly Communication of the Johnson County Conservation Board
JCCB Acquires Key Property
by Harry Graves - Director, Johnson County Conservation Board
the watershed of Clear Creek by conserving the con-
tiguous natural vegetation and wetlands. Hence, the
water quality of the Iowa River, into which Clear
Creek flows, will also be enhanced. The Iowa DNR
lists both of these waterways as impaired.
The Johnson County Conservation Board (JCCB) is
very pleased to have recently completed the first
land purchase utilizing partial funding from the $20
million Conservation Bond approved in 2008. The
Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation provided invalu-
able assistance to
the lCCB with the
initial purchase.
The purchase price
of$420,280.68
was paid with
$] 31 ,000.00 from
the Conservation
Trust Account and
the balance of
$289,280.68 was
paid from a loan
from the capitol
projects fund
pending the sale of
the first Conserva-
tion Bonds.
The acquisition is
an 87-acre riparian
tract along Clear
Creek, just west of
Tiffin, adjoining
Half Moon A ve-
nue. It will enable
the lCCB to help
protect and enhance
''The land is the appointed remedy for whatever isfalse andfantastic in our culture..joodfor our
mind as well as our body. " - Ralph Waldo Emerson
(Key Property continued on page 6)
Farewell to the JCCB Seasonal Staff
Johnson County Conservation Board and Staff would like to thank the 2009 seasonal staff for all their hard work and dedication.
Pictured are: Naturalist Intern Erin Gerard, Naturalist Intern Lois Albrecht, seasonal field staff person Jeremy Brauckman, sea-
sonal field staff person John Gurll'ell, seasonal field staff person Ned Parker, seasonal field staff person Cliff Mwphy, seasonal field
staffperson Grant Zeimet, seasonalfield staffperson Kris Slutts, seasonal field staffperson Aaron Schrock, Campground Attendant
Joan Liddell, seasonalfield staffperson Hunter Hills and Campground Attendant Lonnie Liddell. (Not pictured: Park Ranger Intern
Clint Hartsock, Park Ranger Intern Mike Hartin, and seasonal field staffperson Ryan Krall.
(Key Property continuedfrom page I)
Protecting and improving this green space is also
vital for buffering to control stream bank erosion.
Good management practices and improvement of
forest resources, on this riparian tract, will help
JCCB staff protect and enhance wildlife habitat and
wildlife corridors, which in turn, will help to main-
tain biodiversity and enhance air quality. This prop-
erty will provide opportunities for hunting, in sea-
son, and for non-consumptive year-round activities
of birding, photography and nature appreciation.
Hiking, walking and biking trails for this tranquil
sylvan environment are being planned. Ultimately,
they will connect with trails that are planned to ex-
tend from Coralville to Tiffin.
Previously an easement for a trail and variable width
stream buffer has been acquired on the adjoining
Ryan property. It extends from Ireland Avenue to
the east boundary line of the new 87 acres. The
eventual goal is the connection ofa trail link to F.W.
Kent Park.
Even though this property lies within one mile of
heavily traveled 1-80 (where nine million vehicles
pass every year) and US Highway 6, the vegetation
and natural attributes help to quiet much of the noise
6
from these busy thoroughfares. A walk out into this
area gives the visitor the feeling of serenity and calm
and provides a definite connection to nature. The
JCCB is committed to protecting significant natural
lands and waters in Johnson County for human
benefit and enjoyment in order to provide a healthy
environment for present and future generations.
The $20 million Conservation Bond is intended to
provide funding for the achievement of the follow-
ing objectives:
. to protect drinking water sources;
. to protect the watersheds of the Iowa and Cedar
Rivers and our lakes and streams to ensure their
water quality;
. to protect forests to ensure air quality;
. to protect and enhance wildlife habitat and
wildlife corridors;
. to protect existing green spaces;
. to conserve land adjacent to areas
where buffering is beneficial; and
. to develop hubs and linkages for hiking,
. walking and biking trails.
This newly acquired 87-acre area is only the begin-
ning of the realization of these conservation objec-
tives. Watch the progress with future land protec-
tion acquisitions in Johnson County!
How to Get More Bicyclists on the Road: Scientific American
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SCIENTIFIC
AMERICAN
Sci~ntific Am~riccm M()gCl:z:in~ - October 16, 2009
How to Get More Bicyclists on the Road
To boost urban bicycling, figure out what women want
By Linda Baker
Getting people out of cars and onto bicycles, a much more
sustainable form of transportation, has long vexed
environmentally conscious city planners. Although bike
lanes painted on streets and automobile-free "greenways"
have increased ridership over the past few years, the share
of people relying on bikes for transportation is still less than
2 percent, based on various studies. An emerging body of
research suggests that a superior strategy to increase
pedal pushing could be had by asking the perennial
question: What do women want?
In the U.S., men's cycling trips surpass women's by at least
2:1. This ratio stands in marked contrast to cycling in
European countries, where urban biking is a way of life and
draws about as many women as men-sometimes more. In
the Netherlands, where 27 percent of all trips are made by
bike, 55 percent of all riders are women. In Germany 12
percent of all trips are on bikes, 49 percent of which are
made by women.
"If you want to know if an urban environment supports
cycling, you can forget about all the detailed 'bikeability
indexes'-just measure the proportion of cyclists who are
female," says Jan Garrard, a senior lecturer at Deakin
University in Melbourne, Australia, and author of several
studies on biking and gender differences.
Women are considered an "indicator species" for bike-
friendly cities for several reasons. First, studies across
disciplines as disparate as criminology and child rearing
have shown that women are more averse to risk than men.
In the cycling arena, that risk aversion translates into
increased demand for safe bike infrastructure as a
prerequisite for riding. Women also do most of the child
care and household shopping, which means these bike
routes need to be organized around practical urban
destinations to make a difference.
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"Despite our hope that gender roles don't exist, they still
do," says Jennifer Dill, a transportation and planning researcher at Portland State University. Addressing
women's concerns about safety and utility "will go a long way" toward increasing the number of people on two
wheels, Dill explains.
So far few cities have taken on the challenge. In the U.S., most cycling facilities consist of on-street bike lanes,
which require riding in vehicle-clogged traffic, notes John Pucher, a professor of urban planning at Rutgers
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University and longtime bike scholar. And when cities do install traffic-protected off-street bike paths, they are
almost always along rivers and parks rather than along routes leading "to the supermarket, the school, the day
care center," Pucher says.
Although researchers have long examined the bike infrastructure in Europe, they have only just started to do so
for the U.S. In a study conducted last year, DiU examined the effect of different types of bike facilities on cycling.
The project, which used GPS positioning to record individual cycling trips in Portland, compared the shortest
route with the path cyclists actually took to their destination. Women were less likely than men to try on-street
bike lanes and more likely to go out of their way to use "bike boulevards," quiet residential streets with special
traffic-calming features for bicycles. "Women diverted from the shortest routes more often," Dill says.
Other data support those findings. In New York City, men are three times as likely to be cyclists as women. Yet
a bicycle count found that an off-street bike path in Central Park had 44 percent female riders. "Within the same
city you find huge deviations in terms of gender," Pucher remarks.
Good infrastructure alone won't improve women's cycling rates, researchers caution. In an automobile-
dominated culture, "attitudinal variables" also playa role, says Susan Handy, a professor of environmental
science at the University of California, Davis. In a survey to be published in Transportation Research Record,
Handy found that "comfort" and "needing a car" were important factors influencing women's cycling rates-but
not men's. Needing a car is likely tied to the household errands women often perform, Handy says, and could be
addressed in part by outreach programs showing that women can "jump on a bike the way they jump in a car."
A few municipalities are beginning to implement a "second wave" of strategies aimed at broadening the cycling
demographic. In Portland, a city already renowned for its urban cycling, a Women on Bikes program targets
such concerns as fixing a flat tire. The city is also building its first cycle track-a European-style bike lane that is
separated from cars and pedestrians. Across the country state and federally funded Safe Routes to Schools
programs are creating practical bike routes for kids so they don't have to be driven by their parents.
Ahead of the curve may be New York City, where about five miles of traffic-protected bike lanes have recently
been installed. Credit goes to the new Department of Transportation commissioner Janette Sadik-Khan, who is
upending the department's long-standing focus on trucks and automobiles. Remarks Pucher: "A woman cyclist
became head of the DOT, and wonderful things started happening."n
Note: This article was originally printed with the title, "Shifting Gears."
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