MOBILITY PARTNERSHIP

Wednesday, November 9, 2016

9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Gilroy City Council Chambers

7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA

AGENDA

1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

2. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS: This portion of the agenda is reserved for persons desiring

to address the Committee on any matter not on the agenda. Speakers are

limited to 2 minutes. The law does not permit Committee action or extended discussion

on any item not on the agenda except under special circumstances. If Committee action is

requested, the matter can be placed on the next agenda. All statements that require a

response will be referred to staff for reply in writing.

3. ORDERS OF THE DAY

CONSENT AGENDA

4. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of September 14, 2016.

REGULAR AGENDA

5. INFORMATION ITEM – Receive reports from Santa Clara Valley Transportation

Authority (VTA) and Council of San Benito County Governments (SBCOG) staff.

6. INFORMATION ITEM – Presentation on SR 156 West Corridor Project by

Transportation Agency for Monterey County

7. INFORMATION ITEM – Presentation on Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) formation

8. INFORMATION ITEM – Presentation on Outreach Plan

9 ACTION ITEM – Workplan Update/Next Steps

10. ACTION ITEM – Future meeting schedule

Mobility Partnership November 9, 2016

11. ADJOURN

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MOBILITY PARTNERSHIP

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

MINUTES

CALL TO ORDER

The Mobility Partnership Meeting was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Chairperson Woodward in

the Gilroy Police Department Community Room, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020.

1. ROLL CALL

Attendee Name Title Representing Status

Terri Aulman Member County of Santa Clara Absent

Margie Barrios Member County of San Benito Present

Larry Carr Member County of Santa Clara Present

Jerry Muenzer Vice -Chairperson County of San Benito Present

Perry Woodward Chairperson County of Santa Clara Present

Ignacio Velazquez Member County of San Benito Present

A quorum was present.

2. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS

There were no public presentations.

3. ORDERS OF THE DAY

Member Ignacio arrived at the meeting at 9:31 a.m. and took his seat.

REGULAR AGENDA

The Agenda was taken out of order.

5. REPORTS FROM VTA AND SBCOG STAFF

Chris Metzger, Project Manager, and Mary Gilbert, Council of San Benito County

Governments (SBCOG) Executive Director, provided updates on staff changes at VTA, high

speed rail and SR 156.

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Discussions:

1. On behalf of Casey Emoto, Deputy Director -Planning and Program Development, Mr.

Metzger provided an update on the staff changes at VTA. Carolyn Gonot has been appointed

as Interim Director – Planning and Program Development Division with John Ristow’s

retirement from VTA.

2. Mr. Metzger also provided updates on High Speed Rail (HSR). HSR is on schedule and

record of decision for environmental document maybe out late 2017. Draft Environmental

Document maybe out early 2017.

Mr. Woodward shared that HSR could have a preferred alternative at least through Gilroy by

end of 2016. Mr. Metzger said that the planned schedule does show a decision by the end of

this year, but that there is a potential that the selection of an initial preferred alternative will

not be out until early 2017.

Mr. Metzger discussed a HSR workshop held in Los Banos in August. Mr. Metzger noted

that staff from Los Banos highlighted their connection to the Bay Area, and noted that the

Gilroy station would be their connection point to the HSR for entry to San Jose and San

Francisco. In subsequent meetings with HSR staff, Mr. Metzger noted the importance of the

planned improvements to SR 152 in creating dependable efficient access to the Gilroy station

from south and east of the station (i.e. San Benito County and the central valley). Although

HSR staff could not commit any funding support for the project, they stated they would

support any messaging to State Legislators of the importance of improvements to SR 152 to

improve access to the HSR system.

2. Ms. Gilbert provided update on SR 156 (Monterey County) P3 project development.

Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) is currently working on a Level 2

Traffic and Revenue study on SR 156 (between US 101 and Highway 1). Debbie Hale,

Executive Director – TAMC, will provide updates on the SR 156 study at the next MP

meeting in November.

3. Mr. Muenzer noted that the Board of Supervisors in San Benito County adopted a

resolution rescinding a previous resolution that supported a northern alternative. This will

pave way to study other alternatives. SBCOG is also considering to adopt a similar resolution

to allow further study of all possible alignments.

6. PRESENTATION ON PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERHIP (P3) CASE STUDIES AND

RELATED INFORMATION.

Discussions:

Mr. Metzger provided a presentation on Public Private Partnership (P3) case studies (SR 91

Express Lanes, SR 125 South Bay Expressway and Presidio Parkway) and related

information.

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1. Mr. Velasquez noted that SR 91 had one of the carpool lanes converted to a toll road.

Public acceptance for SR 91 congestion toll pricing has improved due to faster travel

time. Mr. Velasquez asked if the proposed tolling for SR 152 will follow the same format

as SR 91 and toll options.

Mr. Metzger discussed that a pure toll road stretch was initially proposed – get on/off in

the toll facility. One of the tolling alternatives considered was to toll motorists on the new

facility between SR 25 and SR 156 with no tolling on the existing SR 152 or SR 25

facilities.

Mr. Muenzer noted that one of the alternatives presented at the last MP meeting would

have the toll booth near Casa de Fruta vicinity, which is a concern for the San Benito

County residents.

Mr. Woodward noted that it is one of the threshold issues; toll the existing facility or toll

the new facility.

Member Carr arrived at the meeting at 9:46 a.m. and took his seat.

2. Mr. Metzger noted that South Bay Expressway’s (SR 125) status at P3 financial close

should be not environmentally cleared.

3. Mr. Carr asked if state law currently allows Pre-development Agreement (PDA).

Mr. Metzger will confirm if the current state law allows PDA at the next meeting.

4. Ms. Barrios asked if a PDA would come before the pre-procurement process in P3.

Mr. Metzger clarified that a PDA is a P3 project delivery mechanism. A PDA, if pursued,

would be entered into with a private entity earlier in the project development process than

most other P3 delivery methods (which typically wait for environmental clearance). PDA

will be an open competition process.

5. Mr. Woodward asked if anything needs to be done to make PDA more likely considering

the status of SR 125 project.

Mr. Metzger discussed that for any P3 process, outreach and discussions with the

industry would occur.

Mr. Woodward queried if PDA should be explored now.

Mr. Metzger suggested that PDA discussion may be deferred until after the November

2016 election to consider the outcome of the sales tax measure, however, PDA would still

be a viable approach to consider regardless of the outcome of the election

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6. Mr. Velasquez inquired on the status of US 101/SR 25 interchange if the VTA sales tax

Measure passes on November 2016.

Mr. Metzger noted that funds are identified in the envision program of projects for the US

101/SR 25 interchange improvements.

7. Mr. Emoto discussed the similarities of the SR 152’s MP initiatives and SR 37 in

Sonoma County.

4. CONSENT AGENDA

On General Consensus and there being no objection, Mobility Partnership Regular Meeting

Minutes of July 16, 2016 were approved.

REGULAR AGENDA (continued)

7. PRESENTATION ON JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT (JPA) FORMATION

Discussions:

Mr. Metzger provided an overview presentation on Joint Powers Authority (JPA).

1. Ms. Barrios directed an inquiry to Ms. Goodwin regarding the previous JPA presentation

on March 9 which identified two (2) types of JPA.

Ms. Goodwin discussed that difference lies in the level of formality and legal procedures.

2. Ms. Barrios inquired on the timeline of JPA formation for the SR 152 project.

Ms. Goodwin suggested that JPA discussion be deferred after the November 2016 election to

consider the outcome of the sales tax measure.

3. Ms. Barrios asked if State will provide funds more favorably on a JPA agreement vis-à-vis

a MOU agreement.

Mr. Emoto noted that on discussions with VTA’s Government Affairs that a JPA is usually

formed to define a common purpose and address governance, powers and finances

requirements for the project.

4. Mr. Muenzer inquired on who will be the partner agencies on the JPA.

Ms. Goodwin said that VTA staff will provide information on how appointments will be

made under a JPA for the SR 152 project on the next meeting. It was clarified that the initial

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thought would be for VTA and SBCOG to be the agencies entering into the JPA, though this

was subject to research and open for discussion.

5. Mr. Carr asked if SBCOG is allowed to enter into a JPA agreement.

Ms. Gilbert will confer with the SBCOG’s Legal Department and provide confirmation at the

next meeting.

6. Mr. Woodward said that Staff and Legal Department need to provide recommendation on

JPA formation for this project. Mr. Woodward also inquired if it’s premature to do it now or

wait for the outcome of Santa Clara’s sales tax measure.

Mr. Metzger said that Staff will seek counsel on JPA formation.

Mr. Woodward requested that Staff collaborate with Legal Department and SBCOG to

provide recommendation on JPA formation for this project at the next meeting.

7. Mr. Carr noted that notwithstanding the outcome of the November’s sales tax measure

(pass or fail); P3 arrangement might be needed to move the project forward. PDA is very

intriguing. It is suggested not to wait for the outcome of Santa Clara’s sales tax measure; and

MP should go forward and lay out the path for the project. Mr. Carr identified two (2) goals

for this project: (1) build the project and (2) operate the project.

Mr. Carr inquired on how the language in the JPA would address the project goals.

8. Mr. Velazquez stressed the importance of JPA in building the project as a common goal.

Committed partnership through JPA will assist in gaining public support for the project.

9. Mr. Woodward explained that one of the issues that could come up will be the eminent

domain authority for the project’s JPA.

8. PRESENTATION ON OUTREACH PLAN

Mr. Goodwin provided a presentation on outreach plan.

Discussions:

1. Ms. Barrios noted that County Planning Department and Public Works Department are

now under Resource Management Agency under Mr. Brent C. Barnes. Requested inclusion

of San Benito County Chamber of Commerce in the business interests group; and the

community committee/core of city leaders that replaced San Juan Bautista’s Chamber of

Commerce.

2. Ms. Barrios requested invitation in planned outreach meetings.

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3. Ms. Aileen Loe, Deputy District Director of Caltrans District 5, made introductions to the

MP members.

9. NEXT STEPS AND ACTION ITEMS

Discussions:

1. Next MP meeting will be on November 9, 2016 (Wednesday) at 9:30am.

2. Mr. Velazquez requested discussion with Caltrans District 4 and 5 representatives on SR

25’s Bloomfield/Bolsa right-turn-only issue which creates traffic congestion. Mr. Velazquez

requested inclusion of this issue in future meeting items.

Mr. Saleh agreed on a focus meeting outside of the MP meetings to address this issue.

3. Mr. Saleh reported on the US 101 Rehabilitation Project in Morgan Hill which will be

completed by mid-October 2016.

4. Mr. Saleh also discussed additional information related to P3 case studies concepts. Mr.

Saleh noted that the SR 152 is a trade corridor and has inter-regional interest. Thus, interests

of the JPA as it relates to SR 152 could be beyond Santa Clara and San Benito counties.

Also, Federal authority will be required in order to implement tolling on the existing SR 152

facility that is designated as a national trade corridor. It was agreed this issue will be looked

into for the next meeting.

10. ADJOURNMENT

On order of Chairperson Woodward, and there being no objection, the meeting was

adjourned at 10: 41 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Rebecca de Leon

VTA Highway Program

Memo on Agenda Item 5

Date: November 9, 2016

TO: Mobility Partnership

FROM: Carolyn Gonot, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Interim

Director of Planning and Program Development Division;

Mary Gilbert, Council of San Benito County Governments (SBCOG) Executive

Director

SUBJECT: Receive reports from VTA and SBCOG staff

INFORMATION ITEM

RECOMMENDATION:

Receive report from VTA and SBCOG staff on items related to the Mobility Partnership.

BACKGROUND:

Staff from VTA and SBCOG to provide status update on the following:

Sales tax measure results for Santa Clara County

SR 25 Route Adoption

State legislation update

High Speed Rail update

FASTLANE Grant Program – assessing viability of application

Memo on Agenda Item 6

Date: November 9, 2016

TO: Mobility Partnership

FROM: Mary Gilbert, Council of San Benito County Governments (SBCOG) Executive

Director

Todd Muck, Transportation Agency for Monterey County Deputy Executive

Director

SUBJECT: Presentation on SR 156 West Corridor Project developed by the Transportation

Agency for Monterey County

INFORMATION ITEM

RECOMMENDATION:

Receive presentation on SR 156 West Corridor Project toll road efforts developed by the

Transportation Agency for Monterey County.

BACKGROUND:

Oral report to be provided.

Memo on Agenda Item 7

Date: November 9, 2016

TO: Mobility Partnership

FROM: Chris Metzger, Project Manager

Victor Pappalardo, Senior Assistant Counsel (VTA)

SUBJECT: Presentation on Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) formation

INFORMATION ITEM

RECOMMENDATION:

Receive a presentation on Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) formation.

BACKGROUND:

Oral report to be provided expanding on introduction provided at September 14, 2016 Mobility

Partnership meeting.

Memo on Agenda Item 8

Date: November 9, 2016

TO: Mobility Partnership

FROM: Eileen Goodwin, Project Consultant

SUBJECT: Presentation on outreach plan

INFORMATION ITEM

RECOMMENDATION:

Receive a presentation on outreach plan.

BACKGROUND:

Oral report to be provided.

Memo on Agenda Item 9

Date: November 9, 2016

TO: Mobility Partnership

FROM: Chris Metzger, Project Manager

SUBJECT: Workplan Update/Next Steps

ACTION ITEM

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve workplan updates, next steps, and action items per today’s meeting.

BACKGROUND:

See attached workplan document, summarizing status of work plan adopted at the December 17,

2015 Mobility Partnership meeting, and presenting potential future activities/decisions.

Based on this workplan and discussions held at the meeting, agree upon next steps.

Work Plan Status – November 3, 2016

Original Work Plan Element Status Next Action

1. Review New Improvement Concepts Two Alternative Corridors defined: “PSR corridor” and “Southern corridor” per July 19,2016 meeting

Refine “Southern Corridor” to define geometry and identify/assess impacts/cost

2. Assess Potential Near Term Funding Opportunities

Potential Funding for US 101/SR 25 I/C from SCC Sales Tax Measure November, 2016. State transportation funding bill (Beall/Frazier) under discussion. Considering application to FASTLANE Grant program.

Contact Beall/Frazier to advocate for funding for 152 Corridor and/or P3 legislation. Assess FASTLANE Grant program

3. Workshop on Institutional/Governance Topics

Received report(s) for MP meetings conducted on the following 2016 dates: March 9, September 14, and November 9.

Pending identification of funding and/or direction forward.

4. Assess Opportunities to Coordinate with High Speed Rail

Received report at May 11, 2016 meeting. Regular updates planned. HSR supportive of improving 152 to provide access to Gilroy Station, but does not see nexus to help fund from HSR funds

Develop more formal support from HSRA for use in discussions with State Legislators.

5. Establish and implement Outreach Plan Draft Plan presented at September 14, 2016. Report on initial outreach at November 9, 2016 MP meeting.

Consider any post-election efforts.

6. Review and define actions in pursuing Funding Options for Improvements

Project Goals approved at May 11, 2016 meeting. Funding possible for Goods Movement, Safety, Economic viability of area, access to HSR.

Refine message and meet with Metropolitan Planning Organizations (AMBAG and Metropolitan Transportation Commission) and State Legislators

7. Assess Options for Delivering SR 152 Trade Corridor and SR 25 improvements

Discussion held at July 19, 2016 MP meeting that full funding from public funds not likely. Presentation on P3 basics part of September 14, 2016 MP meeting.

TBD

In support of the above items discussed in the December 17, 2015 Mobility Partnership (MP) meeting, the following lays out the project

development steps that would be required, approximate timelines, and major issues for which the MP would be requested to provide direction.

Memo on Agenda Item 10

Date: November 9, 2016

TO: Mobility Partnership

FROM: Carolyn Gonot, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Interim

Director of Planning and Program Development Division

SUBJECT: Establish schedule for future meetings

ACTION ITEM

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve schedule of future meetings.

BACKGROUND:

No future meetings are scheduled at this time. Based on availability of MP members for this

meeting, staff is recommending the following meeting dates for discussion and approval:

Wednesday, January 11, 2017 – morning. Time and location TBD

Wednesday, February 8, 2017 – morning. Time and location TBD

Wednesday, March 8, 2017 – morning. Time and location TBD