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Overview of the Development Process for the Region’s Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING PARTICIPATION TIMELINE

1 Mercantile Street, Suite 520 Worcester, MA 01608

The WHO, WHAT, WHERE & WHEN of the Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)

Mobility2040’s purpose is to identify the multi-modal transportation needs of the southern central Massachusetts region (highlighted in red). The Central Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization (CMMPO), local stakeholders, public agencies, municipalities and the public. MPOs must create LRTPs that address topics such as policies, strategies and projects for the future; a systems level approach by considering roadways, transit, non-motorized transportation, and intermodal connections. The name of the CMMPO’s LRTP is Mobility2040 The span of the Mobility2040 covers 25 years – with an update every four years. The first iteration of Mobility2040 was in 2016, and currently the MPO is preparing the 2020 Update.

AND HOW?

The Mobility2040 plan is the result of an extensive process of public outreach to achieve community input on regional performance management goals and to prioritize resource allocation. Compilation of staff work in broad range of areas:

• Management Systems
• Public Transit
• Performance-Based Planning & Programing
• Environmental Consultation
• Land Use, Public Health, Economic Development

Chapter 1: Introduction and Background Chapter 2: Performance Management Chapter 3: Transportation Linkages Chapter 4: Transportation Modes Chapter 5: Summary of Needs and Analysis Chapter 6: Financial Plan Chapter 7: Air Quality

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The Update 2020 Timeline October 1, 2018 – September 30, 2019

OCT

2018

NOV DEC JAN

2019

FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP

• PM Report Card as basis for LRTP

Update

• Coordinate on federal PM

requirements

• Report on existing & projected

conditions for all modes

• Draft sectional update materials

Screen Major Infrastructure projects Present draft Sectional Updates to MPO Finalize list of Major Infrastructure projects Begin public

• utreach with

major stakeholders in region Complete & Summarize Public Outreach Process Report on Public Outreach Findings

• MPO action on Public

Outreach Findings

• MPO action on draft

sectional updates Anticipated MPO Endorsement Annual EC. Focus on environmental aspects of the Update 2020 Update Early Release for Review Final document released for 21-day public review & comment Federal planning partner review of Update Federally approved Update

Preparatory Activities Public Outreach Federal & Public Review MPO Action Needed

MOBILITY2040 Goals & Objectives

Goal 1: Reduce Congestion and Improve Mobility for all Modes

Objective 1 – Coordinate Improved Incident Management (Highway & Transit) Objective 2 – Enhanced Traveler Information (ITS) Objective 3 – Improve Corridor Management Integration Objective 4 – Improved Transportation Accessibility for all modes

Goal 2: Improve the Safety and Security of the Region

Objective 1 – Reduce the number & rate of Fatal & Injury crashes in the region Objective 2 – Achieve Industry standards for preventable transit accidents Objective 3 – Enhance Transportation Security Coordination Region Wide

Goal 3: Achieve State of Good Repair

Objective 1 – Maintain condition of on and off-system bridges Objective 2 – Maintain the condition of the region’s roadways Objective 3 – Maintain fixed route and paratransit vehicles in state of good repair

Goal 4: Increase Transportation Options and Promote Healthy Modes

Objective 1 – Increase the share of transit, bicycling & walking in the region Objective 2 – Expand the walk/bike network in the region Objective 3 – Work with member communities to implement Complete Streets policies

Goal 5: Reduce Greenhouse Gas and Promote Sustainable Practices

Objective 1 – Encourage compact and mixed use development where possible Objective 2 – Avoid/Minimize/Mitigate Negative Environmental effects Objective 3 – Reduce GHG generated by Auto and Transit in the region

Goal 6: Equitable Transportation for all Populations

Objective 1 – Provide access to essential services; minimize burdens and maximize benefits associated with low-income and minority areas Objective 2 – Consider Geographic Equity of transportation projects across the region

Goal 7: Improve Economic Vitality and Freight Movement

Objective 1 – Reduce delay along identified Freight Routes Objective 2 – Increase access to major employment centers Objective 3 – Improve Safety along Freight Routes

Update 2020 Public Outreach Approach

Events Public Meetings Stakeholders Meetings Paper Surveys Online Survey Interviews Public Comments Emails

• Press releases for major circulation

newspapers

• Published media targeted to minority, EJ
• r vulnerable populations
• CMRPC Newsletter
• Other Organizations Newsletters / Blogs
• Towns Websites
• Efforts will be made to specifically target

disadvantaged, underserved populations and non-traditional stakeholders

Multi-Modal Transportation Network Map of the Region

Performance-Based Planning & Programming (PBPP)

FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION LEGISLATION MAP-21 & FAST Act

State DOTs and MPOs must collaborate on specific performance measures and targets that support 7 National Goals 7 National Goal Areas

• 1. Safety
• 2. Infrastructure Condition
• 3. Congestion Reduction
• 4. System Reliability
• 5. Freight Movement and

Economy

• 6. Environmental

Sustainability

• 7. Reduced Project Delivery

Delays

CMMPO Performance Management Program

CMMPO exceeds federal legislation requirements to create own evolving PBPP process that meets the needs

• f the region

18 Goals and Objectives across 10 Federal Transportation Planning Emphasis areas Final Rule Effective Date States Set Targets By MPOs Set Targets By LRTP and TIP Inclusion

Safety (PM1) April 14, 2016 August 31, 2017 Up to 180 days after the State sets targets, but not later than Feb. 27, 2018 Updates or amendments on or after May 27, 2018 Pavement / Bridge (PM2) May 20, 2017 May 20, 2018 No later than 180 days after the State sets targets Updates or amendments on or after May 20, 2019 System Performance (PM3) May 20, 2017 May 20, 2018 No later than 180 days after the State sets targets Updates or amendments on or after May 20, 2019

All Major Modes, Ongoing Planning Programs

• Existing Conditions
• Broad overviews compiled by staff
• Current Challenges, Issues
• Inventoried by Proactive Outreach, Staff Expertise
• Vision for the Future
• For all major modes
• Identified Needs
• Allocation of funding across range of programs

Mobility 2040 Summary of Needs

Data Informed

Multi-Modal Priorities

Regional Meetings

Public Outreach

Safety

Congestion

Traffic Volume Pavement Condition Transit Use Freight Movement

• Env. Justice

Management Systems Data

Surveys Social Media

Financial Constraint Considerations

The MPO chose the following funding distribution for transportation projects under Mobility2040. This funding scenario was chosen with consideration of public input.

Infrastructure Maintenance - 60% Congestion Relief 12% Safety Improvement 10% Bicycle Accommodations 3% Pedestrian Accommodations 3% Passenger Rail Enhancements** 3% Freight Improvements** 3% Transit Support* 3%

Mobility2040 Financial Plan

* - i.e., (ParknRide, TSP/Signal Coordination, Corridor Improvement, TMA support) * *- Initiatives/Studies, last mile connections etc.

Roadway Maintenance Safety Bike Network Equitable Investment Congestion Freight Movement Flood Management Emergency Management Pedestrian Network Transit Network Promoting Sustainability Travel and Tourism

Update 2020 Potential Financial Plan Options

LRTP Priorities

 Multi-modal: Bicycle, Pedestrian, Transit, Freight  Urban, Suburban and Rural  Congestion, Safety, Maintenance  Major Infrastructure (MI) Projects  5-year funding “bands”

Mobility 2040 Major Infrastructure Project Successes

What’s Important To You?

Roadway Maintenance

Maintain condition of roadways, sidewalks and bridges

Congestion

Reduce travel delays with intelligent transportation systems

Safety

Reduce crashes that results in injuries and fatalities

Economic Vitality and Freight

Speed shipping in the region

Promoting Sustainability

Reduce Green House Gases from Transportation

Pedestrian Network

Improve pedestrian access to essential services

Transit Network

Expand transit network in the region

Travel and Tourism

Enhance access to tourist locations and facilities

Flood Management

Manage stormwater and flooding areas

Emergency Management

Enhance security preparedness and coordination

Bicycle Network

Expand the bicycle infrastructure in the region

Important Dates to Remember  May 2019: Internal Release  June 2019: Public Release for review & comment  July 2019: Endorsed  October 1, 2019 Mobility2040 UPDATE in effect

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THANK YOU!

Questions/Comments: Sujatha Krishnan, sujatha@cmrpc.org 508-459-3335 Rich Rydant, rrydant@cmrpc.org 508-459-3312 Todd Fontanella tfontanella@cmrpc.org 508-459-3313 Yahaira Graxirena, ygraxirena@cmrpc.org 508-459-3325

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