REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA AGENDA ITEM Metropolitan Planning Organization [ X ] Transit [ ] Administration and Finance [ ] SUBJECT: PROJECT SELECTION PROCESS FOR TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM FUNDING PETITIONER: TINA QUIGLEY, GENERAL MANAGER REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA RECOMMENDATION BY PETITIONER: THAT THE METROPOLITAN PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE RECEIVE INFORMATION ON THE DRAFT PROJECT SELECTION PROCESS FOR FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM FUNDING (FOR POSSIBLE ACTION) GOAL: DEVELOP FULLY INTEGRATED MODAL OPTIONS FISCAL IMPACT: None by this action BACKGROUND: Under new federal legislation, the RTC receives direct allocations of Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding. TAP funds can be used to fund various non-motorized, safe routes to school, community improvement, and environmental projects. RTC staff developed the project selection process for the Southern Nevada TAP through three meetings with various local agencies. Input received during these meetings was incorporated into the project selection process and application form. RTC staff will provide information on the project selection process, application form and timeline. Respectfully submitted, MARTYN JAMES Director of Planning Services pb MPS Item #5 May 14, 2013 Non-Consent
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA AGENDA ITEM Metropolitan Planning Organization [X] Transit [ ] Administration and Finance [ ] SUBJECT: NEVADA STATE COLLEGE AREA TRANSPORTATION PLAN PETITIONER: TINA QUIGLEY, GENERAL MANAGER REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA RECOMMENDATION BY PETITIONER: THAT THE METROPOLITAN PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE RECEIVE A REPORT ON THE NEVADA STATE COLLEGE AREA TRANSPORTATION PLAN (FOR POSSIBLE ACTION) GOAL: IMPLEMENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS THAT IMPROVE AIR QUALITY IN SOUTHERN NEVADA FISCAL IMPACT: None by this action BACKGROUND: The Fiscal Year 2012 Unified Planning Work Program for the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada included a study to evaluate the transportation network in the area supporting the Nevada State College campus in the City of Henderson. The study includes development of a comprehensive multimodal transportation plan to address the projected future transportation demands of the community surrounding the campus. The study area includes the I-515/Wagonwheel Drive interchange and the corridor surrounding Nevada State Drive south of I-515 leading to the campus development site south of Paradise Hills Drive. The study recommends multimodal transportation improvement options for the area surrounding the Nevada State College campus. This study is nearly complete, pending final comments. Staff will briefly report on the main findings of the study. A copy of the presentation is included in the agenda backup. Respectfully submitted, MARTYN JAMES Director of Planning Services mfg MPS Item #6 May 14, 2013 Non-Consent
Recommended Short Term Actions: Plan to construct Nevada State Drive as a four lane roadway, incorporating bicycle lanes, landscaping, & wide pedestrian paths. Construct a pedestrian bridge over the Boulder City Bypass (US 93/US 95) to link the UPRR & River Mountains Loop Trails.
Recommended Intermediate Term Actions: Reconstruct (downsize) Paradise Hills Drive to four lanes with bicycle lanes, landscaping, & wide pedestrian paths. Develop the Vegas Valley Rim Trail & trail connections to neighborhoods west of the NSC campus. Consider adding an equestrian trail on Paradise Hills Drive linking the proposed Vegas Valley Rim Trail to the River Mountains Loop Trail.
Recommended Intermediate Term Actions: Improve the Nevada State Drive/ Wagonwheel Drive Interchange to accommodate intermediate growth of traffic to & from the NSC campus. Increase frequency of service on the Henderson/Downtown Express (HDX) transit route.
Recommended Long Term Actions: Provide additional access to the NSC campus from the I 515/Boulder City Bypass freeway. Add transit routes providing faster, more direct service from areas of the Valley not conveniently served by the Boulder Highway Express.
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REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA AGENDA ITEM Metropolitan Planning Organization [X] Transit [ ] Administration and Finance [ ] SUBJECT: TRANSIT NODE IMPROVEMENTS STUDY PETITIONER: TINA QUIGLEY, GENERAL MANAGER REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA RECOMMENDATION BY PETITIONER: THAT THE METROPOLITAN PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE RECEIVE A REPORT ON THE TRANSIT NODE IMPROVEMENTS STUDY (FOR POSSIBLE ACTION) GOAL: IMPLEMENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS THAT IMPROVE AIR QUALITY IN SOUTHERN NEVADA FISCAL IMPACT: None by this action BACKGROUND: The Fiscal Year 2012 Unified Planning Work Program for the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada included a study of how to improve bicycle connectivity to the regional transit system. The study developed a conceptual framework for integrating improvements to the bicycle network with enhanced provision for bicycles at selected transit nodes. This conceptual framework was then tested in relation to the existing street and transit network in the western part of the city of Las Vegas to show what types of improvements might be possible in that area. This study is now complete and staff will briefly report on the main findings. Respectfully submitted, MARTYN JAMES Director of Planning Services mr MPS Item #7 May 14, 2013 Non-Consent
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA AGENDA ITEM Metropolitan Planning Organization [X] Transit [ ] Administration and Finance [ ] SUBJECT: TRANSIT BEFORE AND AFTER STUDIES PETITIONER: TINA QUIGLEY, GENERAL MANAGER REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA RECOMMENDATION BY PETITIONER: THAT THE METROPOLITAN PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE RECEIVE A REPORT ON THE TRANSIT BEFORE AND AFTER STUDIES (FOR POSSIBLE ACTION) GOAL: IMPLEMENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS THAT IMPROVE AIR QUALITY IN SOUTHERN NEVADA FISCAL IMPACT: None by this action BACKGROUND: The Fiscal Year 2011 Unified Planning Work Program for the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada included a study to evaluate the effect on transit use and travel conditions before and after the implementation of improved transit service along Boulder Highway and Sahara Avenue. Data on transit ridership and other travel indicators was obtained in 2011 prior to start of construction and again in late 2012 following implementation of the new services. This study is now complete and staff will report on the main findings. Respectfully submitted, MARTYN JAMES Director of Planning Services bx MPS Item #8 May 14, 2013 Non-Consent
REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA AGENDA ITEM Metropolitan Planning Organization [x ] Transit [ ] Administration and Finance [ ] SUBJECT: REGIONAL STAFF UPDATES PETITIONER: TINA QUIGLEY, GENERAL MANAGER REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA RECOMMENDATION BY PETITIONER: THAT THE METROPOLITAN PLANNING SUBCOMMITTEE RECEIVE REGIONAL STAFF UPDATES GOAL: DEVELOP FULLY INTEGRATED MODAL OPTIONS FISCAL IMPACT: None by this action BACKGROUND: In 2003, the Metropolitan Planning Subcommittee (MPS) requested that a standing item be established to receive information, in an informal manner, from staff about regional activities in Southern Nevada. This item covers the following areas of interest: 1) Regional Transportation Planning Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada; 2) Regional Land Use Planning and coordination with the Southern Nevada Regional Planning Coalition; 3) Air Quality Clark County Department of Air Quality, and; 4) Regional bicycle, pedestrian, transportation safety and complete streets planning. In addition, all members of the Subcommittee may share information on matters of common interest. While no action may be taken on the subjects discussed, this item provides opportunity for the exchange of information and may serve as the forum to recommend future MPS agenda items. Respectfully submitted MARTYN JAMES Director of Planning Services mj MPS Item #9 May 14, 2013 Non-Consent