East-West Corridor DMATS STP Funding Application Copyright 2014
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 17.
ITEM TITLE: East-West Corridor DMATS STP Funding Application
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending authorization for the City of
Dubuque to submit an application for a Dubuque
Metropolitan Area Transportation Study(DMATS) Surface
Transportation Program (STP) Grant to assist with funding
the intersection improvements for University Avenue
"Overlap Section" between Pennsylvania and Loras
Boulevard as part of the East-West Corridor
Improvements.
RESOLUTION Authorizing the filing of a Transportation
Improvement Program grant application with the Dubuque
Metropolitan Area Transportation Study(DMATS) Surface
Transportation Program (STP) to assist with the funding of
intersection improvements for University Avenue 'overlap
section" between Pennsylvania and Loras Boulevard as
part of the East-West Corridor Improvements
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt
Resolution(s)
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
East-West Corridor DMATS STP Funding Application- City Manager Memo
MVM Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
Resolution Resolutions
DMATS STP Application Supporting Documentation
THE CITY OF Dubuque
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Grant Application Authorization for a DMATS STP Funding FY17-FY20
Capacity and Intersection Improvements for the East-West Corridor Along
University Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras Boulevard
DATE: March 17, 2016
City Engineer Gus Psihoyos requests City Council authorization for the City of Dubuque
to submit an application for a Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study
(DMATS) Surface Transportation Program (STP) Grant to assist with funding the
intersection improvements for University Avenue "Overlap Section" between
Pennsylvania and Loras Boulevard as part of the East-West Corridor Improvements.
This grant application is requesting $1,800,000 from the DMATS STP program in Fiscal
Year 2020 to assist with the completion of property acquisition, and the construction of
three roundabout intersections at University - Loras, University - Asbury, and University
and Pennsylvania. Other anticipated funding sources are City of Dubuque $50,000 and
other state grant in the amount of$450,000.
1 concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
Mic ael C. Van Milligen
MCVM:jh
Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
THE CITY OF Dubuque
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Masterpiece ort the Mississippi
TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
DATE: March 17, 2016
RE: Grant Application Authorization for a DMATS STP Funding FY17-FY20
Capacity and Intersection Improvements for the East-West Corridor along
University Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras Boulevard
INTRODUCTION
The attached resolution provides the authorization for the City of Dubuque to officially
submit an application for a Dubuque Metropolitan Area Transportation Study (DMATS)
Surface Transportation Program (STP) Grant to assist with the funding intersection
improvements for University Avenue "Overlap Section" between Pennsylvania and
Loras Boulevard as part of the East-West Corridor Improvements.
BACKGROUND
In August, 2007, the City Council listed the completion of the East - West Corridor
Connectivity Study as a "High-Priority" in its Goals and Priorities for Policy Agenda. The
US Highway 20 corridor is the primary east-west route in the City of Dubuque and future
traffic volume projections indicate US Highway 20 alone will not provide sufficient
capacity for east-west travel in the city. Capacity along alternate east-west corridors will
need to be improved to provide connectivity between the western growth areas and the
downtown urban core.
To achieve this goal, the City retained the professional consultant services of HDR
(Omaha, Nebraska) to complete the East-West Corridor Connectivity Study. The
purpose of the study was to: analyze the east-west traffic flow in the City; identify
corridor improvements or modifications to support growing traffic demands; and to
consider transit needs, pedestrian needs, and sustainability.
In February 2012 the City Council adopted the East - West Corridor Connectivity Study -
Final Report and directed City staff to begin implementation plans for the
recommendations contained in the East-West Corridor Connectivity Report. The
adopted East - West Corridor Connectivity Study report will act as the City's Master
Plan for both short-term and long-term capacity improvements or corridor modifications
to support growing east-west traffic flow in the City. The study included recommended
improvements supporting complete streets concepts, multi-modal transportation,
vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, and recreational improvements.
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DISCUSSION
This FY17-FY20 grant application is requesting funding from the DMATS STP program
in FY20 to assist with the completion of property acquisition, and the construction of
three roundabout intersections at University - Loras, University - Asbury, and University
and Pennsylvania.
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend that the City submit the grant application through ECIA for a DMATS STP
grant to assist in funding intersection improvements for the University Avenue Overlap
Section between Pennsylvania and Loras Boulevard as part of the East-West Corridor
capacity improvements.
BUDGETIMPACT
The DMATS STP program funding amount requested in FY20 is $1,800,000 to assist
with the completion of property acquisition, and the construction of three roundabout
intersections at University - Loras, University - Asbury, and University and
Pennsylvania. Other anticipated funding sources are City of Dubuque $50,000 and
other state grant in the amount of$450,000.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN
The City Council is requested to adopt the attached resolution authorizing the filing of
the application for DMATS STP funding in FY20 to assist in completing property
acquisition, and the construction for the East-West Corridor along University Avenue
from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras Boulevard.
Prepared by: Bob Schiesl, Assistant City Engineer
cc: Jenny Larson, Budget Director
Chandra Ravada, ECIA
Attachment
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RESOLUTION NO. 97-16
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A TRANSPORTATION
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATION WITH THE DUBUQUE
METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY (DMATS) SURFACE
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (STP) TO ASSIST WITH THE FUNDING OF
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS FOR UNIVERSITY AVENUE "OVERLAP
SECTION" BETWEEN PENNSYLVANIA AND LORAS BOULEVARD AS PART OF
THE EAST -WEST CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS
Whereas, the increasing growth of traffic volumes, along with operational and safety
concerns, in the University Avenue Overlap Section from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras
Boulevard in the City of Dubuque could be improved by street and intersection
improvements; and
Whereas, the City has determined that improvements to this corridor, as
recommended by the adopted East-West Corridor Study, will improve capacity and
traffic flow; and
Whereas, the City is requesting DMATS STP funding in the amount of $1,800,000 in
FY20 to assist with property acquisition, and the construction of three roundabout
intersections; and
Whereas, the City has sufficient funds available to cover the local funding in the
amount of $50,000 and other anticipated state grant in the amount of $450,000 and
upon completion, the City will be responsible for adequately maintaining and operating
the project for public use during the project's useful life.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA, THAT:
Section 1. The City hereby supports and authorizes the grant application submittal for
funding through the DMATS FY17-20 Transportation Improvement Program to assist
with the funding intersection improvements for University Avenue "Overlap Section"
between Pennsylvania and Loras Boulevard as part of the East-West Corridor
Improvements.
Passed, approved and adopted this 21st day of March, 2016.
Ric W./ ones, Mayor Pro -Tem
Attest:
Kevin Firnstahl, C, 'C, City Clerk
ECIA
A Regional Response
to Local Needs
Transportation Improvement Program
Federal Project Application
Instructions
Complete the application in the space provided. Applicants are limited to the application form and 5 pages of attachments
including map,crash data, resolution, project drawings, and other supporting documents. Submit the completed
application and attachments to cravada@ecia.org. If you have questions contact Chandra Ravada at 563-556-4166.
General Information
Project Title: East-West Corridor Roundabout Intersection Improvements
Project Location and Limits: University Avenue,from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras Boulevard
Project Length (miles): 0.30 Miles Federal Functional Class: Minor Arterial
Agency: City of Dubuque
Contact Person: Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer Robert Schiesl,Assistant City Engineer
Telephone: (536) 589-4270 Email: gpsihoyo@cityofdubuque.org bschiesl@cityofdubuque.org
Certified Acceptance Date: 3/4/2016
Project Screening Criteria
Check all that apply.
F, Project is consistent with the DMATS,City or County five year program and local land use plans
F/1 Project is federally classified as an Urban Collector/Rural Major Collector or above
F71 Project is an improvement project
0 Project is a maintenance project
Q✓ Project meets the STP funding regulations
Q✓ Project is ready to proceed and has a reasonable timeline for implementation
F71 Input from safety teams has been taken into consideration while designing the project
F, Input from Jule and/or RTA transit has been taken into consideration while designing the project
F, Input from planning agencies has been taken into consideration while designing the project
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Cost Summary
Project Phase Start Date STP Funds Other Funds Total Cost
Design $0.00
Right of Way 10/1/2017 $800,000.00 $ 250,000.00 $ 1,050,000.00
Construction 10/1/2019 $ 1,000,000.00 $ 250,000.00 $ 1,250,000.00
Totals $ 1,800,000.00 $ 500,000.00 $ 2,300,000.00
Overall Match Ratio: 0.00%
Estimated date of project completion (Month/Year)
11/21
Funding Partners
List all "Other Funds'contributing to the project: (Must match "Other Funds' from Cost Summary Table)
Funding Source Amount
City of Dubuque $ 50,000.00
Traffic Safety Grant(TSF) $ 450,000.00
Project Information
1. Project Description- Explain the nature of the project, indicate major work involved,and briefly compare
existing and proposed conditions (Attach 8.5"X 11"vicinity map):
In February 2012, the City Council formally adopted the East-West Corridor Connectivity Study - Final Report and
directed City staff to begin implementation plans for the recommendations contained in the East-West Corridor
Connectivity Report.
The adopted East -West Corridor Connectivity Study report will act as the City's Master Plan for both short-term
and long-term capacity improvements or corridor modifications to support growing east-west traffic flow in the City.
The study included recommended improvements supporting complete streets concepts, multi-modal transportation,
vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, and recreational improvements.
The report included 32 proposed capacity improvement projects along the four corridors. Capacity improvements
identified include a series of intersection realignments, intersection improvements, turn lane additions, add traffic
signal interconnect and ITS improvements along each corridor.
The section of University Avenue, from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras Boulevard, referred to as the "Overlap
Section" was recommended for converting the three intersections along University Avenue to roundabouts.
Funding for this project will allow for completion of engineering design, environmental (NEPA) clearance, property
acquisition, and the construction of three roundabout intersections at University/ Loras, University/Asbury,
University/ Pennsylvania.
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2. Describe the work plan and schedule for project completion. Include current project status if the project is
underway or has multiple phases:
Since the adopted East-West Corridor Connectivity report is a "planning level study", the next steps in the design
development process is to begin the preliminary engineering and environmental (NEPA) study phase to determine
exact traffic capacity needs and corresponding design options and alternatives, identify specific property impacts
and acquisitions, and the consideration of public comments and stakeholder input.
Project Development Schedule:
Preliminary /Final Engineering FY16-18
Environmental (NEPA) Clearance FY16-18
Property Acquisition FY18-20
Construction FY20-22
3. Describe the performance measures and reporting process:
Safety Improvements
Mobility Benefits
Environmental Benefits
Economic Benefits
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Mobility
Use DMATS data from the Congestion Management Process,Traffic Count Program, Regional Model,or attached
documentation.
Existing facility type: 2 lane roadway Improved facility type: 41ane roadway
Existing peak hour direction traffic volume:
Existing speed: 25 Posted speed limit: 25
State truck classification: NSA Existing truck percentage (peak period):
What is the major concern for congestion management and how will it be addressed?
Mobility Benefits
The US Highway 20 corridor is the primary east-west route in the City of Dubuque and future traffic volume
projections indicate US Highway 20 alone will not provide sufficient capacity for east-west travel in the city.
Capacity along alternate east-west corridors will need to be improved to provide connectivity between the western
growth areas and the downtown urban core. The proposed roundabouts will reduce travel times and minimizing
delay by reducing traffic volumes and congestion on the local street system.
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Will the proposed project include the following elements?
(Check all that apply)
❑✓ Signal integration/upgrade
❑✓ Provide bus stop pull-outs or shelters
❑✓ Separate bicycle and/or pedestrian roadways and sidewalks
0 Increase freight carrying potential
0 Improve access to meet ADA requirements
❑ Upgrade or improve any rail crossings
❑ Improve roadways adjacent to a barge terminal
0 Smart transit management/transitsignal priority
❑ Improve airport access
0 Located on or improve a transit route
Explain:
The proposed roundabout intersection improvements will include complete streets concepts which will
incorporate multi-modal transportation, vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, and recreational improvements.
Safety
Number of crashes in the past 5 years: (Attach crash count and severity data)
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Describe other safety benefits(transit, pedestrian, bicycle,intersection,and other):
The proposed roundabout intersection improvements will include complete streets concepts which will incorporate
multi-modal transportation, vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, and recreational improvements.
Existing and Proposed Conditions:
Existing Condition Proposed Condition
Pavement width in feet Roundabout
Minimum road standard width
Number of travel lanes 2-Lane Roundabout
Center turn lane/turn pockets =Yes =Yes
Shoulder width in feet
Paved shoulder =Yes =Yes
What is the current surface type of the facility?
= Gravel
= Sealcoat, poor base
= Low type asphalt,good base
_✓ Pavement,asphalt, Portland
What is the current pavement condition of the roadway?
For the section of University Avenue,from Pennsylvania Avenue to Loras Boulevard has a pavement condition
index (PCI) of 83. A new pavement would have a PCI rating of 100.
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Economic Development
Freight Generators
❑✓ Improves existing access
F'/-]Creates new access
Describe how the project will improve access to existing employment,freight generators,distribution center,and
other employers:
Financial/Implementation
Previously Completed Work- Prior to application submittal:
(check all that apply)
❑ Environmental permits approved Date: 11 / 2017
❑ Final designs complete Date: 11 / 2018
❑ Right of way acquisition completed/No RW needed Date: 11 / 2018
Sustainability/Air Quality
Check all that apply
0 Reduces VMT
0 Incorporates multimodal transportation
0 Reduces travel time
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Explain:
Environmental Benefits
The East-West Corridor Roundabout Intersection Improvements will provide an alternate and efficient route for
east-west travel in the city thereby helping to reduce the future traffic volume demands on US Highway 20 thereby
providing east-west travel corridor travel time savings thereby providing fuel energy savings, reducing vehicle
emissions and improving air quality.
Other Information
You may use this space to provideany additional project information consideredworth noting:
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