REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - COGsanbenitocog.org/pdf/TAC_Packet_020217.pdfD. Member Announcements CONSENT AGENDA: 1. APPROVE TAC Meeting Minutes dated December 1, 2016 – Gomez REGULAR

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REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

DATE: Thursday, February 2, 2017

2:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Council of San Benito County Governments Conference Room

330 Tres Pinos Road, Suite C7 Hollister, CA 95023

MEMBERS: Mary Gilbert, Council of Governments Brent Barnes, San Benito County Resource Management Agency Bill Avera, City Manager, City of Hollister David Rubcic, City of Hollister Engineering Department Roger Grimsley, City Manager, City of San Juan Bautista Jill Morales, Caltrans District 5 Spencer Boyce, California Highway Patrol Heather Adamson, Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments

Persons who wish to address the Technical Advisory Committee must address the Chairperson when public comment is called. Following recognition, persons desiring to speak are requested to state their name for the record. After hearing audience comments, the Public Comment portion of the agenda item will be closed. The opportunity to address the Technical Advisory Committee on items of interest not appearing on the agenda will be provided during Section C. Public Comment.

2:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER:

A. ACKNOWLEDGE Certificate of Posting B. Introductions C. Public Comment. (Opportunity to address the committee on items of interest not appearing on the

agenda. No action may be taken unless provided by Govt. Code Sec. 56954.2. Speakers are limited to 3 minutes.)

D. Member Announcements

CONSENT AGENDA:

1. APPROVE TAC Meeting Minutes dated December 1, 2016 – Gomez REGULAR AGENDA:

2. RECEIVE Presentation on Options for County Express Commuter Rail Service to Gilroy – Valentine

COUNCIL OF SAN BENITO COUNTY GOVERNMENTS TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE



3. DISCUSS Projects Funded Through the Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program and MAKE RECOMMENDATION to COG Board – Gilbert

4. RECEIVE Update on Transportation Funding Legislation and Proposed Central Coast Coalition Legislative Platform – Gilbert

5. RECEIVE Caltrans Semi-Annual State Highway Operations and Protection Program (SHOPP) Update for San Benito County – Gilbert

ADJOURN TO MEETING OF MARCH 2, 2017 AT 2:00 P.M. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if requested, the Agenda can be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability. If an individual wishes to request an alternative agenda format, please contact the Clerk of the Council four (4) days prior to the meeting at (831) 637-7665. The Council of Governments Technical Advisory Committee meeting facility is accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Clerk of the Council’s office at (831) 637-7665 at least 48 hours before the meeting to enable the Council of Governments to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility.

Agenda Item: _______

COUNCIL OF SAN BENITO COUNTY GOVERNMENTS

TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

December 1, 2016 2:00 PM

DRAFT MINUTES

MEMBERS PRESENT: Mary Gilbert, Council of Governments; Jill Morales, Caltrans District 5; Sean Vienna, Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments; Roger Grimsley, City of San Juan Bautista; Danny Hillstock, City of Hollister Planning Department OTHERS PRESENT: Matt Orbach, City of San Juan Bautista; Monica Gomez, Council of Governments CALL TO ORDER: Mary Gilbert called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m. CERTIFICATE OF POSTING: Upon a motion duly made by Roger Grimsley, and seconded by Jill Morales, the Committee unanimously approved the Certificate of Posting.

PUBLIC COMMENT: None MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Sean Vienna announced that AMBAG is looking for feedback on the Sustainable Communities Strategy Implementation Project draft toolkits. A sample of the draft toolkit cut sheets is available on AMBAG’s website for review and comment. Ultimately, the information will be incorporated into an interactive web site that will be able to be used as an online resource for local jurisdictions. Comments are due the first week of January. CONSENT AGENDA:

1. APPROVE TAC Meeting Minutes dated November 3, 2016 – Gomez

Upon a motion duly made by Sean Vienna, and seconded by Jill Morales, the Committee unanimously approved Item 1 from the Consent agenda. REGULAR AGENDA: 2. DISCUSS and Provide Comments on Work Plan for Regional Transportation Funding Strategy in San

Benito County – Gilbert

Ms. Gilbert provided an update on the item. She stated that the COG Board had requested that the TAC identify a more specific list of projects that should be included in the Expenditure Plan. She also reviewed the draft work plan that staff has prepared to move forward with a November 2018 ballot measure and asked TAC if they had any comments. With regards to getting information out to the public, Ms. Morales recommended contacting the City of Hollister about possibly being able to provide a reoccurring informational item at their meetings (as well as

the City of San Juan Bautista’s Council and County Board of Supervisors meetings) similar to what they do with the Waste Water Treatment, since it usually draws a large crowd and it is also televised. Ms. Gilbert stated that she would follow up on the idea since it would be a great way to get general information about COG out to the public on a reoccurring basis. 3. DISCUSS Memorial Drive Extension Project and Funding Through the Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee

Program and Make Recommendation to COG Board – Gilbert

Ms. Gilbert reported that this item was being brought to TAC to provide comments to the COG Board however, because there was no representation from the City and County engineering departments she would be bringing the item back to TAC after the COG Board meeting in December.

4. RECEIVE Presentation on Options for County Express Commuter Rail Service to Gilroy – Valentine

Ms. Gilbert reported that staff had conducted preliminary research on the possibility of creating a commuter rail service from San Benito County to the Gilroy CalTrain station, in response to a request from the Board. COG’s preliminary research done back in 2000, relied heavily on the extension of CalTrain to Hollister, however, CalTrain is no longer interested in extending their commuter rail to San Benito. Ms. Gilbert stated that the County Express commuter rail service to Gilroy project has been included in the 2035 San Benito Regional Transportation Plan as an unconstrained project as funding has not been identified. Next steps could include applying for another fund source to prepare an updated project study to take to the LTA Board.

5. DISCUSS Needed Improvements to Railroad Crossings in the City of Hollister – Gilbert

Ms. Gilbert reported that improvements to railroad crossings have been identified as a need in the San Benito County Bikeway and Pedestrian Master Plan. She mentioned that the Hollister Downtown Association Economic Vitality Committee has also discussed the need for improvements to enhance connectivity to the Downtown area. Ms. Gilbert stated that the first step is to meet with the California Public Utilities Commission, and Union Pacific at the site(s). This meeting allows all parties to become familiar with the location and brainstorm possible improvements. There was brief discussion about local railroad crossings. It was mentioned that there are several good case studies for railroad crossing improvements in the Los Angeles area. There was no further discussion. Upon a motion duly made by Jill Morales, and seconded by Roger Grimsley, the Committee voted to Adjourn the TAC meeting at 2:39 p.m.

ADJOURN TO MEETING ON JANUARY 5, 2017 AT 2:00 P.M.

Agenda Item:

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Staff Report To: Technical Advisory Committee From: Regina Valentine, Transportation Planner Telephone: (831) 637-7665 x 205 Date: February 2, 2017 Subject: County Express Commuter Rail Service to Gilroy

Recommendation:

RECEIVE Presentation on Options for County Express Commuter Rail Service to Gilroy

Summary:

In response to a request from the LTA Board, staff has conducted preliminary research on the possibility of creating a commuter rail service from San Benito County to the Gilroy CalTrain station.

Financial Considerations:

The financial impact at this time is unknown. Projected costs include funding for planning and design, capital improvements, and service operations.

Background:

Census information indicates that 48.9% of employed San Benito County residents commute outside of the county for employment. As the population of the county continues to increase at a rate higher than the employment opportunities, current congestion issues for personal automobiles will continue to increase, including along Highway 25. During the August meeting, the LTA Board requested that staff conduct preliminary research on the possibility of creating a County Express commuter rail service to Gilroy to relieve congestion. Staff provided a related report to the Board in October 2015 regarding possible County Express commuter services to the Silicon Valley.

Staff Analysis:

Existing Conditions

Currently, 48.9% of the employed population of San Benito County commutes outside of the county for employment, with much of these commuters traveling to points north. County Express currently operates nine Intercounty transit routes during the A.M. commute period, with three offering direct service to the Gilroy Transit Center. Annually, the Intercounty service transports 42,097 passengers (FY15/16) with 13,042 accessing the Gilroy Transit Center.

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The Gilroy Transit Center is the southernmost transit center in Santa Clara County. This transit center provides a location for operations of four different transit agencies: San Benito County Express, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), Monterey Salinas Transit (MST), and CalTrain.

VTA currently operates eight different bus routes that service the Gilroy Transit Center. Four of these bus routes have service into Silicon Valley: #68 with service to Diridon Station, #168 (Express) with service to Diridon Station, #121 (Express) with service to Lockheed Martin Transit Center, and #185 (Express) to Mountain View. All of these northbound services provide southbound services in the P.M. commute period.

Monterey Salinas Transit (MST) currently operates two bus lines that stop at the Gilroy Transit Center, with service into Silicon Valley. The San Jose Express (#55) operates from Monterey to Diridon Station getting a passenger to Diridon by 12 noon. The King City – San Jose Route (#86) can get a passenger to Diridon Station by 8:03 am via the San Jose International Airport (SJC).

CalTrain currently operates three northbound trains during the A.M. commute period from Gilroy. However, there are no southbound trains that make it all the way to Gilroy during the morning. Also, there is some uncertainty as to what will happen to CalTrain services, south of San Jose, once the Peninsula Corridor Electrification Project is complete.

Preliminary Research

In June 2000, the San Benito Council of Governments (San Benito COG) had a report prepared to look at the feasibility of extending the CalTrain line from Gilroy to Hollister (4th and Sally). The annual operating costs associated with this extension (in FY2000 Dollars) would have been $638,000 and $941,000, for two and three train scenarios respectively. The initial capital investment for this project (in FY2000 Dollars) would have been between $19.6 and $27.1 million dollars, depending on the level of safety and the desired speed of the trains. Although this report still provides valuable information, a significant amount of time has passed since its preparation and some project assumptions must be reconsidered.

CalTrain’s Participation

In projecting costs, the 2000 report relied heavily upon the assumption that CalTrain would be the operating partner of the commuter rail service. Cost savings were anticipated with the use of existing Caltrain crews, cars, and locomotives operating to and from Gilroy, requiring no additional equipment. It was found in the report that it would not be practical for new commuter rail service to Gilroy to be operated by any provider other than CalTrain. Since the preparation of the report, CalTrain has indicated no interest in extending their operation of commuter rail into San Benito and Monterey counties. In fact, CalTrain has since reduced their Gilroy service from four northbound trains during the A.M. commute period to three in 2005.

Ridership Projections

In the 2000 report, it was projected that in 2003 weekday daily ridership would range between 218 and 250 passengers, and in 2020 would range between 350 and 402 passengers. Due to the nature of commuter rail, riders would be expected to travel north in the A.M. to attend work and south in the P.M. to return home. Since each person would typically ride twice a day, to




determine the total number of commuters served the projected ridership should be divided in half. For that reason, the projected number of weekday commuters served in 2003 ranges between 109 and 125, and in 2020 between 175 and 201, according to the 2000 report.

As quite some time has passed since the report was prepared, staff reviewed the average weekday passenger boardings for the Gilroy CalTrain service for a comparison. In March 2016, CalTrain experienced an average of 179 passengers boarding in Gilroy during weekdays. It should be noted that CalTrain’s ridership is boosted by connecting transit services from VTA and MST, as well as, County Express’ 26 average weekday round-trip riders to the Gilroy Transit Center.

Hollister Branch Line Ownership

During the preparation of the 2000 report, Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) was in ownership of the track that runs between Hollister and Gilroy, also known as the Hollister Branch Line. In 2013, UPRR sold the line to a private firm, San Benito Railroad LLC, so LTA must anticipate negotiating use of the track if a commuter rail is considered. Additionally as part of the purchase, UPRR retained an exclusive easement to provide freight rail service on the line where freight has service priority over commuter rail, which would impact service planning.

Funding Considerations

As reported above, in the 2000 report with CalTrain’s project management the annual operating costs (in FY2000 Dollars) was projected to be between $638,000 and $941,000, with an initial capital investment between $19.6 and $27.1 million dollars. Although CalTrain is no longer interested in pursuing the project, staff reviewed potential funding sources.

Operations

The major source of funding used by LTA to operate transportation services is the Transportation Development Act (TDA). During the FY 2013 – 2015 period, on average San Benito COG was allocated $1,349,753 in TDA funds. As per state legislature, TDA funds are used to financially support the following in order of priority:

TDA fund administration Regional transportation planning Bicycle and pedestrian facilities Passenger Rail Public transit Streets and roads

When passenger rail services are provided in a region, per state legislature the operating costs for the service must take priority above public transit services. For this reason, County Express would be competing for limited TDA funds to continue to provide Fixed Route, Paratransit, General Public Dial-a-Ride, and Specialized Transportation services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Some potential ways to reduce the amount of TDA funds needed to operate commuter rail may include a local transportation sales tax measure or private sector contributions.

Capital




Potential funding for the required capital purchases for the commuter rail service to Gilroy could include federal, state, and local sources. As authorized by the five-year federal transportation funding bill, Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act), the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) offers a competitive Fixed Guideway Capital Investment Grant to fund investments such as new and expanded rapid rail, commuter rail, light rail, streetcars, bus rapid transit, and ferries. Further research would need to be conducted to determine which category the project could be eligible under: New Starts for projects with a total estimated capital cost of $300 million+ or that are seeking $100 million+ in funds, or Small Starts with a total estimated capital cost of less than $300 million and that are seeking less than $100 million in funds. Additionally, before applications could be submitted LTA must ensure that the project has cleared FTA grant requirements such as design and environmental review.

At the state level, the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) offers a competitive Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) grant to fund transformative capital improvements that modernize California’s intercity, commuter, and urban rail systems to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases by reducing congestion and vehicle miles traveled. With funds generated from the state’s Cap and Trade auction proceeds, in August 2016 CalSTA awarded $390 million statewide to fund 14 projects with award amounts ranging between $5 million to $82 million. As described for the FTA funding source, before applications could be submitted LTA must ensure that the project has cleared CalSTA grant requirements such as design and environmental review.

To funds capital purchases locally, as with the funding for operations, they could be provided with a local transportation sales tax measure or from private sector contributions.

Next Steps

The County Express commuter rail service to Gilroy project has been included in the adopted 2035 San Benito Regional Transportation Plan as an unconstrained project as funding has not been identified. Staff is bringing this item to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), which includes City of Hollister and San Benito County staff, for project input and to establish a work plan. Next steps could include applying for a Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant to prepare an updated project study.

Executive Director Review: Counsel Review: __N/A__ Attachment: Hollister/Gilroy CalTrain Extension Final Report Executive Summary

Agenda Item:



Staff Report

To: Technical Advisory Committee From: Mary Gilbert, Executive Director Phone Number: (831) 637-7665 x207 Date: February 2, 2017 Subject: Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program Recommendation:

DISCUSS Projects Funded Through the Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program and MAKE RECOMMENDATION to COG Board.

Summary:

The 2016 Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program includes a list of projects that are funded with mitigation fees from new development. Staff was asked to bring the project list to the Committee for discussion and to include discussion of how Traffic Impact Fees are collected and used for projects. The Traffic Impact Fee Program projects are not prioritized and implementation is at the discretion of the local agencies.

Financial Considerations: The Traffic Impact Fee program proposes to collect a total of $247 million for roadway improvements. Background:

Traffic impact mitigation fees are collected from retail, commercial, industrial, and residential developers as a requirement for a building permit. The primary objective of the program is to ensure that new development pays its fair share of the transportation costs associated with growth. Authority to impose fees is granted in the Mitigation Fee Act contained in California Government Code Sections 66000 et. seq. The fee study provides necessary findings required by the Act for adoption of the fees.

Staff Analysis:

During the development of the 2016 Traffic Impact Fee program, it was noted that the local agencies and COG may want to consider the program’s management such as:

Coordinate when funds are ready, including the availability of Other Funding sources, as projects are needed, concurrent with development;

Assure that only TIMF-eligible projects get TIMF funding;


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Board of Directors making the decision on which projects get TIMF funding and when;

Provide greater oversight, efficiency and transparency;

Developing a Memorandum of Understanding between the agencies that addresses the above areas.

Discussion of Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program projects falls under the broader question of program management and staff is seeking input from the Committee on the recommendations from the 2016 report.

The Traffic Impact Fee Program project list and fee breakdown is attached to this staff report for discussion (Attachment 1).

Staff will present this item and any Committee recommendations to the COG Board in February.

Executive Director Review: Counsel Review: N/A Supporting Attachment: 2016 Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program Nexus Study Executive Summary

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Staff Report To: Technical Advisory Committee From: Mary Gilbert, Executive Director Contact: (831) 637-7665 x. 207 Date: February 2, 2017 Subject: Legislative and Funding Update Recommendation:

Receive Update on Transportation Funding Legislation and Proposed Central Coast Coalition Legislative Platform Summary:

Staff is providing the committee with an update on the proposed Central Coast Coalition legislative platform as well as the current proposed legislation relating to transportation funding. Financial Impact:

The Council of Governments funds its participation in the Central Coast Coalition with state planning funds allocated to the agency.

Background:

The Council of Governments, as the Regional Transportation Planning Agency for San Benito County, is a member of the Central Coast Coalition, a group of transportation planning agencies from California’s Central Coast regions. Every year, the group organizes a legislative day in Sacramento to provide an opportunity to meet with transportation officials and members of the State Senate and Assembly.

Staff Analysis:

As of January 25, two bills and a proposal from the Governor have been introduced to support transportation funding. A summary of the proposals is attached (Attachment 1). Staff is also finalizing a legislative platform with the Central Coast Coalition. The draft is attached (Attachment 2). Staff will be providing a detailed update and seeking comments from the Committee at the February meeting.

Executive Director Review: Counsel Review: N/A

Supporting Attachments: 1. Legislative Proposal Summary

2. DRAFT Legislative Platform

1

ComparisonofTheMajorFundingProposals

Funding SBx1(Beall)Asof4/21/16

AB1591(Frazier)Asof1/6/16

Governor’sProposalAsof1/8/16

SBx11(Beall)/ABx126(Frazier)

GasExciseTaxIncrease 12cents($1.7B) 22.5cents($3.3B) None 17cents($2.5B)Price‐BasedPortionReset(Currentlyat10cents)

18cents($872million)(thisispartofthe12centincrease)

17.3cents($872m) 17.3cents($500m)* EliminateBOEadjustments($1.1B)

‐CPIAdjustment Every3years Every3years Everyyear Every3yearsDieselExciseTaxIncrease 22cents($600m) 30cents($840m) 11cents($500m) 30cents($900m)‐CPIAdjustment Every3years Every3years Everyyear Every3yearsDieselSalesTaxIncrease:1.75%to5.25%

$300m None None $216m

‐CPIAdjustment Every3yearsVehicleRegistrationFee $35($1B) $38($1.254B) None $38($1.3B)‐CPIAdjustment RoadAccessFee/HighwayUserFee

$35($1B) None $65($2B) None

ZEV‐specificFee $100($10m) $165($16m) None $165($16m)‐CPIAdjustment Every3yearsTotalVehicleFeeIncrease $70($170forZEVs) $38($203forZEVs) $65 $38($203forZEVs)GreenhouseGasReductionFund(CapandTrade)

$300millionTIRCP**from10%‐20%LCTOP^from5%to10%

TIRCP**from10%‐20%($200m)

TCIF‐20%($400m)

TIRCP($400m)CompleteStreets($100m)

$300mTIRCP**from10%‐20%LCTOP^from5%to10%

MiscellaneousRevenue(Non‐articleXIX&off‐road)

$149mtoCities,Counties&SHOPP

WeightFees $500million ReturnedASAP***($1billion)

None $1billion(returnedover5years)

GeneralFundLoanRepayments

$1BillionOver3yearstoRMRA****

$879MillionOver2years,directlyto

locals

$879MillionBy6/30/19tovarious

accounts

$706millionOvertwoyears

CaltransEfficiencies Upto30%($100m) ‐ $100m ~$150mEstimatedTotalAnnualFundingIncrease*****

~$6.5Billion ~$7.8Billion ~$3.6billion ~$7.4Billion

*TheGovernor’sproposaldoesnotresettheprice‐basedportionoftheexcisetaxuntilFY2017‐18.**TransitandIntercityRailCapitalProgram,acompetitivegrantprogramadministeredbytheTransportationAgency.***Theweightfeeswouldberestored(ratherthanbeingusedforbonddebtservicepayments)ortraditionalusesincludingSHOPP,STIP,andLSR.****TheRoadMaintenanceandRehabilitationAccount,createdbySBx11.*****roughestimatesoveratenyearperiod.Figuresmaynotaddupduetorounding.^LowCarbonTransitOperationsProgram

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Expenditures SBx11 AB1591 Governor’sProposal Beall‐FrazierGasTaxIncrease RMRA RMRA None RMRADieselExciseTaxIncrease 10centstoRMRA,12centstoTCIF AlltoTCIF RMRA TCIFCPIAdjustmentRevenues Torespectiveprograms Torespectiveprograms RMRA TorespectiveprogramsVehicleFeeIncreases RMRA RMRA RMRA RMRAGreenhouseGasReductionFund

$300mLCTOPincrease5%‐10%TIRCPincrease10%‐20%

Setaside$550mforpassengerrail$100mcontinuouslyappropriatedforActiveTransportationProgram(ATP)

$200mtorail&transit,$400mtoTCIF

$400mtorail&transit$100mtocomplete

streets

$300mLCTOPincrease5%‐10%TIRCPincrease10%‐20%

GeneralFundLoanRepayments RMRA Cities&Counties VariousAccounts 50/50(Cities&Counties,SHOPP)

Misc.Funds RMRA‐state&localrehabAnnualExpendituresRoadRehab&Maintenance $5.5Billion $5.8Billion $2.9Billion $5.4 BillionFreightMobility $500million $1.2Billion $200Million $900millionRailandTransitorCompleteStreets

$850million $200Million $500Million $516 Million

StateTransportationImprovementProgram

$534 million

Other ~$250mfornewSelf‐HelpCounties $200mforSelf‐HelpCounties;$150mforATP

ExpenditureSplitState/Local 52%/48% 55%/45% 50%/50%Accountability&Reforms ReportingtotheCTC BothCaltransandlocals ‐ BothCaltrans&locals BothCaltrans&localsLocalMaintenanceofEffortRequirements

Included Included Included Included

CTCAllocationofSHOPP Requiredby2017 Requiredby2017 ‐ Requiredby2017Statevs.ContractStaff ‐ ‐ 80%/20%by7/2020 NoneCM/GCProjectDelivery ‐ ‐ Expandsauthorityfor

Caltransfrom6to12projects

None

PublicPrivatePartnerships Eliminatesthesunset ‐ Extendssunsetfrom2017to2027

None

CEQAExemption Exemptsprojectsinexistingrightofwayincertaincircumstances

‐ Exemptsprojectsinexistingrightofway

Exemptsprojectsinexistingrightofway

NEPADelegation Eliminatessunset ‐ Eliminatessunset EliminatessunsetRegionalAdvanceMitigation

ProgramIncluded ‐ Included Included

2017 State Legislative Priorities

1. Increase State Funding For Transportation Governor Brown and the legislature, through AB 1 (Frazier) and SB 1 Beall, have introduced varying transportation packages, ranging from $4 to $6 billion, to restore and supplement funding aimed at improving the state of repair for our local streets and roads and state highways, while making investments in improving trade corridors, corridor mobility, public transportation, and bicycle and pedestrians programs. Each of the transportation proposals contains provisions improving accountability and transparency and allowing for environmental streamlining designed to expedite project delivery, as well as placing a firewall against diversion of the proposed funding.

The Central Coast Coalition supports the restoration and increase of transportation funding, particularly resources for the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which allows locals to leverage funding to address regional priorities, and proposed funding dedicated towards goods movement and corridor mobility through the Trade Corridor Improvement Fund. We also support the reforms included in each proposal, such as constitutional protection of the proposed resources, as well as minor exemptions from CEQA, and establishment of an advanced mitigation program.

2. Ensure Fair Distribution of Cap and Trade Funding All three transportation proposals propose the allocation of $500 million in Cap and Trade proceeds to fund public transportation, and the Active Transportation Program. SB 1 goes further by creating a separate pot funding for commuter and intercity rail.

The Central Coast Coalition supports the increased funding for these programs, particularly for intercity rail, but would like to see a broadening of the definition of the disadvantaged communities to allow the Central Coast to be competitive in acquiring funding to build sustainable communities and invest in alternative modes of transportation.

3. Protect and Increase Regional Control and Flexibility The Central Coast Coalition supports the restoration of regional transportation planning agencies role in project selection and setting regional priorities, particularly in regards to the STIP, as well as protecting locally generated or federally granted proceeds from diversion.

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Staff Report

To: Technical Advisory Committee From: Mary Gilbert, Executive Director Phone Number: (831) 637-7665 x207 Date: February 2, 2017 Subject: State Highway Operations and Protection Program Update Recommendation:

RECEIVE Caltrans Semi-Annual State Highway Operations and Protection Program (SHOPP) Update for San Benito County

Summary:

Caltrans has provided an update on the current status of SHOPP funding in San Benito County (Attachment).

Financial Considerations: The draft ten year SHIPP Plan estimates $2.3 billion per year will be available statewide. Staff Analysis:

The projects on the attached list are part of the 2016 SHOPP and include projects carried over from the 2014 SHOPP, Caltrans Minor A projects and emergency projects in progress. Completed programmed projects are not included on the list. The 2016 SHOPP became effective March 16, 2016.

Caltrans has provided a list of 11 SHOPP projects currently programmed for funding in San Benito County. Three additional projects are being scoped to compete for future funding. Caltrans is seeking input on the list and possible opportunities for coordination.

Executive Director Review: Counsel Review: N/A Supporting Attachments: Caltrans District Five SHOPP Update

PROGRAMMED/FUNDED SHOPP PROJECTSin San Benito County

NOTE: For general information about the SHOPP programcontact Sherri Martin at (805) 549-3788 or [email protected] is provided in January and July of each year.* RTL=Actual (target achieved)

Jan_17_RTPA_SHOPP_Master_Final_01192017.xlsxUpdated: Jan 2016

Route Post Miles

EAProject

Identifier PPNO Project Description Project Name

CurrentProject Phase

Ready To List (Target)

Project Manager Phone #

EmailCost ($1,000)

CON/RW

VAR VAR1G190

0514000123 2589

In Santa Barbara, Monterey, San Benito, San Luis Obispo and Santa Cruz counties at various locations. Replace overhead signs with retro-reflective sheeting. (Project in SB; some work in SBt) Replace Overhead Signs CON 5/26/2015(A)

Aaron Henkel [email protected] $2,307 Award/$5

VAR VAR0J490

0514000120 4900

In Santa Barbara, Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz, and San Luis Obispo counties at various locations. Upgrade highway signs and lighting. (Project in SB; some work in SBt) Exit Retrofit Signs CON 5/12/2015(A)

Lisa Lowerison [email protected] $5,990 Award/$0

156 R10.0/R18.41C840

0512000239 2430

Near Hollister, from 0.5 mile west of Hudner Overhead to the Santa Clara County line. Pavement preservation. Hollister Route 156 CAPM CON 06/21/2016(A)

Brandy Rider [email protected] $6,261 Award/$26

156 0.0/3.01C870

0513000005 2434In and near San Juan Bautista, from Route 101 to Alameda Street. Rehabilitate pavement. San Juan Bautista Route 156 CAPM CON 6/24/2016 (A)

Brandy Rider [email protected] $5,353 Award/$9

129 1.8/9.51F030

0513000037 2476

Near Watsonville, from east of Lakeview Road to west of Old Chittenden Road; also from the Santa Cruz/San Benito County line to School Road (PM 0.0/0.4). Place open graded friction pavement and upgrade guardrail.(Project in SCR; some work in SBt)

129 Open Grade Overlay and MBGR Upgrade PS&E/RW 10/17/2016 (A)

Doug Hessing [email protected]

Suballocated$3,814 Vote/$61

25 19.00T641

0514000135 2293Y

Near Hollister, north of San Benito Lateral. Landscape mitigation for PPNO 2293. (6/29/30 CTC granted 20 month time extensionfor con allocation due to drought; previously in 15/16FY.) Rte 25 Landscape Mitigation Planting PS&E/RW 9/30/2015(A)

Brandy Rider [email protected] $96/$0

25 R25.9/R26.21C260

0512000108 2379Near Hollister, from 0.1 mile south of La Gloria Road to 0.2 mile north of La Gloria Road. Realign roadway. La Gloria Rd Curve Correction PS&E/RW 6/18/2018

Brandy Rider [email protected] $2,750/$356

25 R49.9/R52.2

1F4300513000151 2514

In and near Hollister, from Sunnyslope/Tres Pinos Road to San Felipe Road. Roadway safety improvements. Rte Deficiency Corrections PS&E/RW 4/9/2018


Mon, SCr, SBt - Var Various

1G9100515000136 N/A

In Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties, on various routes at various locations. Signs. (Project in MON; some work in SCR & SBt.) North District One WaySigns PS&E/RW 7/18/2017

Aaron Henkel [email protected] $405/$0

VAR VAR1G310

0514000140 2595

In Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties, on various routes at various locations. Replace and install advance curve warning signs. (Project in MON; also in SCR & SBt.) Warning Sign Upgrades PA&ED 5/1/2019

Joe Erwin [email protected] $1,852/$48

101 73.0/96.81F900

0514000073 2571

In Monterey and San Benito counties from north of North Gonzalez Overcrossing to the Santa Clara County line. Roadside safety improvements. (Project in MON; some work in SBt.)

Monterey-San Benito Co Roadside Safety Improvements PA&ED 6/15/2020


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