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3 TRANSPORTATION AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING RECORD Transportation and Environment Committee (TEC) meetings are recorded. Agenda materials are available online at Recordings may be reviewed/copied by contacting the TEC Staff Coordinator at Meeting Date: June 11, 2012 Start Time: 1:00 p.m. Adjournment: 2:05 p.m. Committee Members Present: Linda L. Koop (Chair), Sheffie Kadane (Vice-Chair), Sandy Greyson, Vonciel Jones Hill, Delia Jasso and Pauline Medrano Committee Members Absent: None Other Council Members Present: None City Executive Staff Present: Jill Jordan, Assistant City Manager Peer Chacko, Assistant Director, Sustainable Development and Construction Rick Galceran, Director, Public Works Zaida Basora, Assistant Director, Public Works TRANSPORTATION AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes for the April 23, 2012 Meeting Action Taken/Committee Recommendation: Motion was made to approve the minutes for the April 23, 2012 meeting, subject to corrections. No corrections were suggested and the minutes were approved as submitted. Made by: Kadane Seconded by: Jasso Passed unanimously

4 TEC Meeting Record June 11, 2012 Page 2 2. Green House Gas Emissions Frank Camp briefed the committee on the Green House Gas Emissions, which included Types of Greenhouse Cases, U.S. Conference of Mayor s Climate Change Agreement, Results of the 2010 Greenhouse Gas Inventory on Emissions from City Operations and Community Sources, New City Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target, Current City of Dallas Initiatives for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and Future City Initiatives to Lower Community-wide Emissions. Jill Jordan, Assistant City Manager and Nicole Cooper, Office of Environmental Quality, assisted in answering questions. Action Taken/Committee Recommendation: Ms. Koop reminded the Councilmembers that during Mayor Laura Miller s tenure that Mayor Miller signed the Mayor s Protocol to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Ms. Koop stated the city has made significant progress and more initiatives will be outlined in the Solar Energy briefing. The City of Dallas was at one time the largest purchaser of alternative fuel and we have the largest alternative fuel fleet in the United States. Ms. Koop also mentioned the fueling pumps for electricity located in the horseshoe outside of City Hall. Ms. Koop stated her preference is to continue working towards rationing the ability to have lower green house gas emissions in the future and maintaining the 33% reduction from 1990 levels for City Operations. Ms. Jasso asked for a confirmation on the reduction in electricity for the Dallas Water Utilities from 2005 to 2010, outlined on slide 14. Ms. Jordan stated the Dallas Water Utilities Department participates in the renewable energy purchase. Ms. Jasso also asked for a status on community reductions. Ms. Jordan stated Public Works is working with a new task force, lead by Zaida Basora, dealing with the 2 nd phase of the green building ordinance; continued work on ForwardDallas!, based on which are seeing an emphasis in Economic Development programs focusing on transit-oriented development; and on a smaller note, continuing to look at electric charging stations. Ms. Hill asked the cost of setting a new reduction goal for City Emissions at 35% below 1990, outlined on slide 21. Mr. Camp stated 35% was suggested as an example. Ms. Jordan stated this is a small goal and by making it 33% - 35% the City is acknowledging that we will continue to work on buildings and fleets. Ms. Hill also asked if there are federal funds for energy conservation. Mr. Jesse Dillard, Energy Manager, Public Works, stated the funding issues will be addressed in the Solar Energy briefing. No action was taken on this item.

5 TEC Meeting Record June 11, 2012 Page 3 3. Solar Energy Update Zaida Basora, Assistant Director, and Jesse Dillard, Energy Manager, Public Works, updated the Committee on Solar Energy, which included Feasible Projects, Convention Center, Solar Farm(s) and Dallas Police and Fire Stations. The update also included a summary of the benifits such as, Environmental Stewardship, Texas Natural Resource, Market Pricing, Revenue Opportunity, Proven Useful Life of 50+ years, Low Maintenance, ERCOT Reserve Capacity, and Reduction Escalation of $74 M Electricity Budget. Jill Jordan, Assistant City Manager, assisted in answering questions. Action Taken/Committee Recommendation: Ms. Koop stated there are three City Case Studies, Convention Center, Solar Farm at Dallas Water Utilities, and Police and Fire Stations. Ms. Basora confirmed that the electricity generated for the Convention Center is just used for the convention center, and the same will apply to police and fire stations. Ms. Basora also stated the intent is that as the models are finalized, before issuing the RFQ, the Committee will be briefed prior to moving forward with a particular project. Ms. Basora stated the Solar Bonds/Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds, are not the typical general obligation funds. There are other funds for energy efficient projects, and the City anticipates using that as part of the funding for the solar farm or to supplement the 2006 bond funding that is currently used for the fire stations that will be under construction. Ms. Koop stated she is not familiar with those funds and requested additional information. Ms. Koop asked if it will reduce the effective bonding capacity to the City or will they re-pay, similar to water utility bonds. Ms. Koop also suggested an additional case study on geothermal wells, prior to the next briefing to the Committee on solar energy. Ms. Jasso stated she is very committed to the Convention Center and making sure the study gets done. Ms. Jasso asked the time-frame between completing the study and awarding the contract. Ms. Basora stated the intent is to brief the Committee September/October 2012 on the proposal for the Convention Center. Ms. Jasso also asked why the decision was made not to include the Convention Center roof in the three case studies. Ms. Basora stated the investment versus the payback time and the actual solar power that we would receive did not warrant moving in that direction. Ms. Jasso stated that anything the City does solar-wise to attract a convention into the City of Dallas are things we can talk about, be proud of, and encourage conventions to come to Dallas because we are looking at energy efficiency. Mr. Kadane asked what type of maintenance is included in maintaining the solar farms. Mr. Dillard stated some considerations are how clean the panels are. The particular panels the City is considering will have motors with retractable panels.

6 TEC Meeting Record June 11, 2012 Page 4 Ms. Hill stated she did not realize the funding sources were connected to both the Solar Energy and Green House Gas Emissions briefings. At the request of Ms. Hill, Mr. Dillard confirmed that the Economic Development Administration is in the Commerce Department. Ms. Hill stated the grant opportunities are different than the energy efficiency block grants and asked if the Commerce Department funds under Economic Development Administration are available, can those funds be used for the 35% reduction, outlined on slide 21 of the Green House Gas Emissions briefing. Ms. Jordan confirmed that if the funds are available they can be used for the 35% reduction. Ms. Hill also asked the status of the City of Dallas becoming its own electric provider. Ms. Jordan stated there are obstacles; however, it is part of the City s Strategic Plan. Ms. Koop mentioned in 2011 there may have been some type of legislation in the State Legislation that may have precluded the City s ability to become an electricity provider. Ms. Medrano asked for details on the covered plaza as a possible photovoltaic farm location outlined on slide 4 and if other cities are using the same approach. Ms. Basora referenced slide 5, which showed an example of the extension of the convention center. Ms. Jordan stated this technology is used for carports, or police stations with covered sheds with solar panels on top. Ms. Greyson stated these are great ideas and she is looking forward to the next briefing. No action was taken on this item. Linda L. Koop, Chair Transportation and Environment Committee

8 Alternative Fueling Facilities City Council Transportation and Environment Committee June 25, 2012 Department of Sustainable Development and Construction

9 Background Currently the Development Code does not specifically address alternative fueling facilities such as those used for electrical vehicle charging, compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling or liquefied natural gas (LNG) fueling. The code prohibits above ground storage tanks as part of a truck stop use or a motor vehicle fueling station use. Motor vehicle fueling with above ground storage tanks are allowed accessory to a main use that may include fleet service such as a freight terminal, distribution center, bus maintenance yard or city service center. Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 2

10 Background In an effort to reduce dependence on foreign oil, reduce urban emissions and reduce greenhouse gases, the federal government offers vehicle buyers, operators and owners a number of grants and tax incentives to buy and operate natural gas vehicles. These programs include: Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ) Federal Transit Authority Clean Cities Program Clean School Bus Program Federal Aviation Administration - Voluntary Airport Low Emission (VALE) Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 3

11 Background The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has 25 costshare projects under the Clean Cities program that are funded with nearly $300 million from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. These projects are intended to speed the transformation of the nation's vehicle fleet, putting more than 9,000 alternative fuel and energy efficient vehicles on the road, and establishing 542 refueling locations across the country. The Department of Energy also estimates they will help displace approximately 38 million gallons of petroleum per year. Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 4

12 Background The North Central Texas Council of Governments' North Central Texas Alternative Fuel and Advanced Technology received a $13,181,171 award from the Clean Cities Program. The project will deploy refueling stations and alternative fuel vehicles in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In addition to municipal fleets, high mileage and high visibility fleets are included, such as Coca-Cola, Sysco, Frito Lay, school districts, and taxis. DOE estimates that this project will help displace approximately 1.3 million gallons of petroleum annually. Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 5

13 Background There are ongoing efforts to establish adequate infrastructure to support LNG as an alternative fuel to support short and long haul commercial trucking. One company, Clean Energy, plans to operate 150 LNG fueling stations across the country in order to establish a natural gas highway, with approximately 70 anticipated to be open in 33 states by the end of 2012 and the balance in Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 6

14 Electrical Vehicle Charging Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 7

15 Electrical Vehicle Charging Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 8

16 Electrical Vehicle Charging Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 9

17 Electrical Vehicle Charging Department of Sustainable Development and Construction

18 Electrical Vehicle Charging Allow as an accessory use in all districts Allow up to 10 percent of required parking for a main use to be used for electrical vehicle charging Prohibit signage, visible from off the premise, in residential districts (signs can be on equipment) If electrical charging is the main use of the property, allow as motor vehicle fueling stations are allowed Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 11

19 CNG Fueling Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 12

20 CNG Fueling Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 13

21 CNG Fueling Allow as part of a motor vehicle fueling station Require any compression equipment to be screened from adjacent streets Allow as accessory use to any main use that has fleet service (such as city service centers) Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 14

22 LNG Fueling Station Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 15

23 DART LNG Facilities Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 16

24 LNG Fueling Allow LNG fueling facilities and above ground storage tanks as accessory to and part of a truck stop use. Establish a stand alone liquefied natural gas fueling station use to be allowed by right in LI, IR and IM districts if four or fewer fueling pumps, but require an SUP if the use is within 1,000 of a residential zoning district. Allow the new use by SUP in the CS district. Allow non-conforming truck stops to add LNG fueling facilities. Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 17

25 LNG Fueling Allow non-conforming truck stops to add LNG fueling facilities. Prohibit signage on LNG tanks Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 18

26 Next Steps Schedule for City Council action (tentatively scheduled for August 8, 2012) Department of Sustainable Development and Construction 19

27 Memorandum DATE June22, 2012 CITY OF DALLAS TO SUBJECT Honorable Members of the Transportation and Environment Committee: Linda L. Koop (Chair), Sheffie Kadane (Vice Chair), Sandy Greyson, Delia Jasso, Vonciel Jones Greenhouse Gas Goals Hill, Pauline Medrano On Monday, June 25, 2012, the Transportation and Environment Committee consider setting a new goal for further greenhouse gas emissions reductions from options previously presented at the June 11, 2012 briefing on Greenhouse Gas Emissions. The material is attached for your review. will Please feel free to contact me if you need additional information. Jill Jordan, RE. Assistant City Manager C: The Honorable Mayor and Members Mary K. Thomas Suhm, City Manager Perkins, Jr. P. Rosa Rios, Craig Kinton, Judge C. City Attorney City City Auditor Secretary of Victor Lander, Administrative Judge A.C. Gonzalez, First Assistant City Manager Ryan S. Evans, Assistant City Manager Forest Turner, Assistant City Manager Joey Zapata, Assistant City Manager Jeanne Chipperfield, Chief Financial Officer Edward Scott, Director, Controller s Office Frank Librio, Public Information Office the City Council Theresa O Donnell, Director, Sustainable Development and Construction Rick Galceran, Director, Public Works Stephanie Cooper, Assistant to the City Manager Council Office Dallas-Together. we do it better

28 Greenhouse Gas Goals Presented to the Transportation and Environment Committee June 25, 2012

29 New City Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target Options To date, City has achieved a 33% reduction from 1990 levels Options for new goal by 2020: Maintain the 33% reduction from 1990 levels for City Operations Continue current initiatives - no additional funding Set a new reduction goal for City emissions at 35% below 1990 levels Take advantage of new energy conservation initiatives as they arise. Currently, staff is investigating solar panels on City facilities, solar farms, energy efficiency/hvac retrofits, and LED lighting retrofits. Funding Options: energy bonds, performance contracting and next bond program Set the reduction goal to be 80% which could be achieved by buying 100% renewable electric energy (Additional Cost: $1.5 million annually) Examples of Other Cities Goals: Chicago: 25% below 1990 levels by 2020 Los Angeles: 35% below 1990 levels by 2030 New York: 30% below 2005 levels by 2030 Denver: 25% below 1990 by 2020 Page 2

30 Questions? Page 3

32 June 25, 2012 Good Neighbor Plan Dallas Love Field Airport Transportation and Environment Committee

33 Overview Vision for Dallas Love Field Downtown Dallas 360 Plan Targeted Improvement Zones Lemmon Avenue Love-Dallas Park Mockingbird Lane Denton Drive Bachman Lake Next Steps / Public Outreach 2

34 A VISION FOR DALLAS LOVE FIELD The Dallas Love Field Good Neighbor Plan proposes to improve the land and aesthetics within its Area of Influence to promote economic development opportunities, and expand on the City of Dallas goals of developing livable, walkable and interconnected neighborhoods. The Good Neighbor Plan will seek synergy between ongoing plans for the improvement and development of Love Field facilities with the Goals and Transformative Strategies identified in the Downtown Dallas 360 Plan. 3

35 Dallas Love Field 3.7 MILES Downtown Dallas Dallas Love Field Proximity of Airport to Downtown 4

36 Dallas Love Field Area Land Use 5

37 Source: City of Dallas, Downtown Dallas 360, 2011 Downtown Dallas 360 Plan 360 is an action-oriented implementation plan crafted to build on this momentum and create a premier urban experience in Downtown Dallas. 6

The framework of the Downtown Dallas 360 Plan includes three overarching goals, each of which are applicable to Dallas Love Field and its neighboring development.

38 The framework of the Downtown Dallas 360 Plan includes three overarching goals, each of which are applicable to Dallas Love Field and its neighboring development. The goals will be accomplished with the network of downtown districts through the power of five transformative strategies. Focus areas within the districts have been identified to prioritize physical, economic and other improvements, in order to synergize public and private development opportunities and achieved coordinated success over time. The Transformative Strategies of Downtown Dallas 360 provide a planning framework that could also be applied in planning development in and around Dallas Love Field. Source: City of Dallas, Downtown Dallas 360, 2011 Downtown Dallas 360 Plan Plan Framework 7

The Good Neighbor Plan proposes to improve the land and aesthetics within its Area of Influence to promote economic development opportunities, and expand on the City of Dallas goals of developing

39 The Good Neighbor Plan proposes to improve the land and aesthetics within its Area of Influence to promote economic development opportunities, and expand on the City of Dallas goals of developing livable, walkable and interconnected neighborhoods On-Airport improvements to improve the passenger experience or aviation enthusiasts. On-Airport and off-airport urban design, landscaping and beautification. Signage and way-finding initiatives. Pedestrian improvements on Airport property and the adjacent communities. Economic development opportunities that lead to job creation and enhanced business environment. Encouragement of recreational activities and enhancement of the pedestrian experience. Traffic improvements. Drainage improvements. The Good Neighbor Plan may impact other planning initiatives Dallas Love Field The Good Neighbor Plan 8

40 Dallas Love Field Local Neighborhoods & Communities 9

41 DART Bachman Station Bachman Lake Lemmon Avenue Love-Dallas Park Cedar Springs Rd DART Burbank Denton Drive Mockingbird Lane DART Inwood/ Love Field Station Good Neighbor Plan Targeted Improvement Zones (Additional details of each zone are provided in the appendix) 10

Improve aesthetics around airport. Shield incompatible uses. Make movement through airport environment and surrounding neighborhoods legible and easy.

42 Improve aesthetics around airport. Shield incompatible uses. Make movement through airport environment and surrounding neighborhoods legible and easy. Development uses human scale where possible to encourage active transportation modes (walking and biking). Incorporate surrounding businesses and develops partnerships and physical linkages. Restaurants/bars/venues can be used by both residents, airport passengers, and employees. Office space (airport related and non-airport related) benefit from airport proximity and a local workforce. Fosters public-private partnerships that encourage economic growth. Transit connections. Airport passengers have easy access to airport by transit. Airport serves as transit hub for those moving between city neighborhoods and regional destinations. Use of available non-developed space for recreation. Use airport open space (when possible) for operational needs and recreation. Jogging trails, bike lanes, observation points, parks, recreational facilities. Airport as arrival gateway to the city makes favorable first impression. Sustainable development must be considered in all aspects of airport projects. Aesthetics Partnerships & Linkages Transit Connections Recreation Dallas Arrival Gateway Sustainable Development Lemmon Ave. Improvements X X X X X Mockingbird Improvements X X X X X X Love-Dallas Park X X X X X Cedar Springs Road X X X X X Bachman Lake X X X X Denton Drive X X X X Good Neighbor Plan Proposed Goals and Objectives 11

43 Conduct informative Public Meetings to present proposed goals and obtain community input (Summer/Fall 2012) Neighborhood areas Lemmon Avenue Love-Dallas Park Mockingbird Lane Denton Drive Bachman Lake Obtain input and feedback from airport tenants Next Steps - Public Outreach 12

44 Development Concepts (Fall 2012) Based on proposed goals and public input Second Public Meetings (Winter 2012/Spring 2013) Present proposed concepts and proposed improvement strategies Refine Development Concepts and Implementation strategy (Spring 2013) Review with City Departments and City Council Third Public Meetings (Summer 2013) Present refined plans and strategy Next Steps 13

LOVE FIELD GOOD NEIGHBOR PLAN The Good Neighbor Plan provides Dallas with a cohesive plan that not only connects the local community of Love Field with one another but is complementary with the

45 LOVE FIELD GOOD NEIGHBOR PLAN The Good Neighbor Plan provides Dallas with a cohesive plan that not only connects the local community of Love Field with one another but is complementary with the Downtown Dallas 360 plan. This provides Dallas with a 360-degree plan for Love Field itself. Through pedestrian-oriented environments, public infrastructure improvements, new development and a network of recreational trails, the Good Neighbor Plan will promote long-term economic and social growth in and around Love Field.

46 Appendix

47 Good Neighbor Plan Lemmon Avenue 16

48 Good Neighbor Plan Love-Park Dallas 17

49 Good Neighbor Plan Mockingbird 18

50 Good Neighbor Plan Bachman Lake 19

51 Good Neighbor Plan Denton Drive 20

Alternative Fueling Facilities

Alternative Fueling Facilities City Council Transportation and Environment Committee June 25, 2012 Department of Sustainable Development and Construction Background Currently the Development Code does