The Metropolitan Transportation Plan for North Central Texas Public Meetings February 2016
Presentation Agenda Mobility 2040 Draft Recommendations RTC Policy Bundle Concept Transportation Improvement Program Impacts 2
Mobility 2040 Draft Recommendations 3
What is the Metropolitan Transportation Plan? Represents a blueprint for the region s multimodal transportation system Covers at least a 20 year timeframe Responds to Regional Transportation Council goals Identifies policies, programs, and projects for continued development Guides the expenditure of federal and state transportation funds 4
What s New for Mobility 2040? Planning Horizon Demographics Financial Assumptions 2040 (24 years) Population by 2040: 10.7 million Employment by 2040: 6.7 million Legislative action and RTC direction Planning Requirements Legislative action and/or pending official guidance on MAP 21 Policy Considerations Focus on balance and integrated system connectivity More transportation options and choice Recommendations Responsive to demographics, financial assumptions, planning requirements, and policy considerations 5
Mobility 2040 Public Involvement to Date Spring/Summer Survey (approximately 2,500 responses) Fall Survey (approximately 1,200 responses) 16 Formal Public Meetings 12 Community Outreach Events 16 Community, Industry, or Special Presentations 9 Surface Transportation Technical Committee Presentations 10 Regional Transportation Council Meeting Presentations 2 Regional Transportation Council Workshops 6
Mobility 2040 Guiding Principles Conduct comprehensive corridor evaluations Reevaluate toll facility recommendations Review needed arterial improvements Reassess regional rail recommendations Update the Regional Veloweb Maintain and enhance existing infrastructure Consider the role of new technology 7
Mobility 2040 Prioritization and Expenditures Maximize Existing System Strategic Infrastructure Investment Infrastructure Maintenance Maintain & Operate Existing Facilities Bridge Replacements Management and Operations Improve Efficiency & Remove Trips from System Traffic Signals and Bicycle & Pedestrian Improvements Growth, Development, and Land Use Strategies More Efficient Land Use & Transportation Balance Rail and Bus Induce Switch to Transit HOV/Managed Lanes Increase Auto Occupancy Freeways/Tollways and Arterials Additional Vehicle Capacity $37.4 $7.2 $3.6 $27.2 $43.4 Mobility 2040 Expenditures $118.9 * *Actual dollars, in billions. Values may not sum due to independent rounding. 8
Mobility 2040 Summary Financial Reality Reduces use of toll in proportion to new revenue made available from recent state legislative sessions Social Considerations Emphasizes transportation choice for a diverse and growing region Environmental Considerations Strengthens connection between environmental and transportation planning Operational Efficiency Continues programs aimed at reducing travel and creating an efficient transportation system 9
Mobility 2040 Summary Mobility Options Supports on and off street bicycle and pedestrian facilities Recommends over 6,350 new lane miles on the region s roadway network Calls for more than 380 miles of passenger rail by 2040 Introduces high intensity bus service to the region Accommodates high speed rail service to and within the region Recognizes the important roles freight and aviation play in our region s economy Regional Performance Documents significant performance measures to track system performance over time 10
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High Intensity Bus Service High Intensity Bus Service Where Lower cost replacement for rail service Speedway Line and Chisholm Trail Parkway Precursor for rail service In rail corridors, starting with US 75 Other opportunities In other high demand corridors, including corridors with managed lanes or toll roads with excess capacity Premium bus service may include features such as: Travel time savings when operated in managed lanes Buses with commuter amenities Park and rides or other waiting areas with amenities Fare discounts if buses do not arrive on time Image source: PrevostCar.com 16
Cotton Belt Corridor Proposed Recommendations Regional Rail line from DFW Airport to Plano with one seat ride connectivity with TEX Rail Expedite project delivery to include in Ten Year Plan If rail service cannot be expedited, review potential for High Intensity Bus service as an early implementation phase 17
Mobility 2040 Schedule Mar. 2015 Apr. 2015 May 2015 June 2015 July 2015 Aug. 2015 Sept. 2015 Oct. 2015 Nov. 2015 Dec. 2015 Jan. 2016 Feb. 2016 Mar. 2016 Apr. 2016 May 2016 June 2016 Plan Development Draft Recommendations for Review Official Comment Period STTC & RTC Action Air Quality Conformity Public meetings held during highlighted months. Regional Transportation Council plan adoption scheduled for March 2016. 18
RTC Policy Bundle Concept 19
RTC Policy Bundle Concept Summary Solutions beyond infrastructure improvements are needed to achieve regional transportation goals. Policies included in Mobility 2040 aim to encourage alternative solutions to reach these goals. The RTC Policy Bundle Concept: Works as a credit bank to help offset local funds on federal projects Participation is a Governmental Entity s Decision Voluntary Decide Preference 50 Percent Target 20
Policy Types Type 1: Joint Staff Coordination Type 2: Governing Body Approval Type 3: Ordinances Type 4: Elections Meet with Major Employers to Promote Employer Trip Reduction Program Implement Strategies to Reduce Wrong Way Driving Crashes Secure Transportation Infrastructure Integrate Traffic Operations Systems Develop Parking Management Strategies Coordinate Implementation of Safe Routes to School Improve Railroad Safety Share Best Practices to Prevent Copper Theft Clean Fleet Support Traffic Incident Management Develop Sustainable Land Use Strategies to Support Urban, Rural and Suburban Communities Collaborate on ISD Growth Plans and City Plans Implement Complete Streets Policy Implement Urban Thoroughfare Revitalization Implement Sustainable Stormwater Practices Encourage Use of Lower Emission Construction Equipment Allocate Local Funds to Support Public Transit Implement and Enforce Locally Enforced Motor Vehicle Idling Limitations Enhance Freight Oriented Land Use Sustainability Implement Operational Restrictions of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Participate in Membership with a Transportation Authority 21
Transportation Improvement Program Impacts 22
Impact of MTP Changes on the TIP The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is a list of short term, funded projects in the region. The current TIP document covers Fiscal Years (FY) 2015 2018. A new TIP document is in development that covers FY 2017 2020. A subset of projects listed in the 2015 2018 TIP document will be impacted by scope, timing, and funding changes identified in the Mobility 2040 draft recommendations. 23
Impact of MTP Changes on the TIP All impacted projects will be amended in the 2017 2020 TIP (vs. in the 2015 2018 TIP listings) as these projects are not being implemented prior to finalization of the new TIP. Impacted projects are identified in the handout entitled Projects in the 2015 2018 Transportation Improvement Programs and the Statewide Transportation Improvement Programs Impacted by Changes in Mobility 2040. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has confirmed that approval through the 2017 2020 TIP meets the need for these projects. 24
Contact Information To find out more about Mobility 2040: www.nctcog.org/mobility2040 email questions or comments to: mobilityplan@nctcog.org Elizabeth Whitaker, AICP Principal Transportation Planner ewhitaker@nctcog.org 817 608 2324 Chad McKeown, AICP Program Manager cmckeown@nctcog.org 817 695 9134 Kendall Wendling, AICP Senior Transportation Planner kwendling@nctcog.org 817 704 2544 25