ROW Modernization Streamline the ROW Process 10/11/11 John Zimmerman
ROW Modernization
Streamline the ROW Process
10/11/11
John Zimmerman
CV Phase Authorization
& Review
Concept Definition
Design
Build
Implement
Understand the project from the voice of the customer and determine measures of success
Analyze project requirements and design the
solution
Build and test the solution; staff training, develop implementation plan
Execute solution and measure achievement of
goals
Background of early “kick-off” of right of way modernization project.
Charter Information.
What team has accomplished to date.
How acquiring right of way is unique.
Modernization E-MAIL dated 4-28-11 discussed early forming of initial Modernization Employee Workgroups.
In May, the specific members of the Right of Way
Workgroup were designated. A kick-off meeting was held on June 3rd.
First actual working meeting on June 17th
◦ Accomplished very good “brainstorming”!
Project Team Name Role John Barton Executive Sponsor
John Campbell Sponsor
Sheila Mills & John Zimmerman Project Leads
Tim Decker & Allan Osterman Change Management Coach
Don Toner TTA
Charon Williams ROW
Jack Foster TPP
Martin Moses Finance
Mike Beitler E- RSC
John Wallis W - RSC
Buck Ritts Attorney General Liaison
Teri Morgan Consultant Industry Liaison
Latricia Good Finance
Marsha Bayer FHWA Liaison
Early startup of the Right of Way Modernization Work Group pre-dated the establishment of Kaeppel’s formal training.
Team Leads meet with Scott Kaeppel on July 7th 12th and 18th for direct initial training overview of process, Charter discussion and coaches orientation.
Entire team training conducted by Scott Kaeppel August 2nd and 3rd (pilot of future training for all Modernization Teams).
Working sessions started again in August, with meetings held August 9, 10, 23, 30, September 7, 19, 20, 21 and October 4th.
The team is following the structured process provided by Kaeppel and refined the Right of Way Team’s Charter & Goals.
Charter Information
Concept Definition: Expand streamlined right of way acquisition and utility accommodation process to reduce project delivery cycle time in support of TxDOT staff and property interest owners.
Project Problem & Goal ► Problem:
Right of Way Acquisition and Utility Accommodation are not completed prior to construction letting dates.
► Goal: 100% of the ROW process and Utility Accommodation completed that materially affect construction of the project prior to letting date ** (Constructive Possession)
► Trained Team on Concept Definition and Concept
Validation Phase
► Identified Key Customers
► Identified Key Measures of Success
► Identified over 40 possible improvement ideas.
Measures of Success
1. 100% of the ROW process and utility accommodation completed that materially affect construction of the project prior to letting date. ** (Constructive Possession).
2. Reduce cycle time by 25% for ROW and Utility process.
3. 90% of the ROW and Utility submissions are approved on the 1st submission Key Customers
Local Government Agencies Utility Companies
District engineers and TP&Ds FHWA
Land Owners / Land Representatives Utility Coordinators
Key Measures
Modernization Challenges Unique to ROW
► Acquisition of real property for public transportation
purposes is governed by both State and Federal laws
and regulations.
► May limit ability to reduce or shorten the time for some
acquisition steps.
► SB 18 (Eminent Domain Bill) adds significant days to
acquisition process.
Phase Name Guidance Expected Due Date Actual End Date
Concept Definition ~ 1-2 Weeks 10/1/11 9/21/11
Concept Validation ~ 2-4 Weeks 11/1/11
Design ~ 1-3 Months 2/1/12
Build ~ 1-10 Months 5/1/12
Implement ~ 1-6 Months 6/1/12
► Complete Concept Validation Phase: 11/1
► Develop High-Level “To-Be” process
► Identify Quick-Win Opportunities
► Identify Recommendations
Right of Way Modernization Team intends to follow the steps in the five-step project methodology process.
This should ensure successful implementation of the recommendations and changes developed by the Team.