unified planning work program fy thru fy...pepp project evaluation and prioritization process ppp...

ADOPTED MAY 8, 2014 Amended 10-9-14; 2-12-15; 3-12-15; 5-14-15; 7-9-15; 10-8-15

Modified 11-18-14; 4-7-15; 6-22-15; 9-15-15

FAP No. PL-0263-050 PL FY 14/15 – 15/16: FM No. 417958-1-14-93 FTA FY 14/15: FM No. 422438-1-14-24 FTA FY 15/16: FM No. 422438-1-14-25

UNIFIEDPLANNINGWORKPROGRAM

FY2014/2015THRUFY2015/2016

SPACE COAST TPO

2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. B, Rm 105

Melbourne, Florida 32940

Phone: 321‐690‐6890; Fax 321‐690‐6827

www.spacecoasttpo.com

ADOPTED MAY 8, 2014 Amended 10-9-14; 2-12-15; 3-12-15; 5-14-15; 7-9-15; 10-8-15 Modified 11-18-14; 4-7-15; 6-22-15; 9-15-15

FAP No. PL-0263-050 PL FY 14/15 – 15/16: FM No. 417958-1-14-93 FTA FY 14/15: FM No. 422438-1-14-24 FTA FY 15/16: FM No. 422438-1-14-25

UPWP |FY 15 – FY 16 Page | 2 Amended 10‐9‐2014; 2‐12‐2015;3‐12‐2015; 5‐14‐2015; 7‐9‐2015; 10‐8‐2015 Modified 11‐18‐2014; 4‐7‐2015; 6‐22‐2015; 9‐15‐2015

In cooperation with:

Florida Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Federal Transit Administration

Funded by:

Federal Highway Administration Federal Transit Administration Florida Department of Transportation Brevard County Board of County Commissioners

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Numbers:

20.205 – Highway Planning and Construction

20.505 – Federal Transit Technical Studies Grant (Metropolitan Planning)

The preparation of this report has been financed in part through grant(s) from the Federal Highway

Administration and Federal Transit Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, under the State

Planning and Research Program, Section 505 [or Metropolitan Planning Program, Section 104(f)] of Title 23,

U.S. Code. The contents of this report do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of the U.S.

Department of Transportation.

UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM

FY 2015 THRU FY 2016


The following table will be used throughout the timeframe that the FY 15 – FY 16 UPWP is

effective to record the adoption and any future amendments or modifications that are

processed.

Number Amendment or Modification

Resolution Number

Approval Date

Activity

N/A Adoption 14‐23 5/8/14 Space Coast TPO Governing Board Adoption of the FY 15 – FY 16 Unified Planning Work Program

1

Amendment 15‐11 10/9/14 Revising SU funding amount and distributing among all tasks and decreasing PL total by $30K to reflect actual funds to be obligated.

2

Modification N/A 11/18/14 Modified FY 15 PL tasks budgets to reflect actual and anticipated expenditures

3

Amendment 15‐22 2/12/15 Amendment to include Canaveral Port Authority funds for Rail Station Study

4

Amendment 14‐08 and 14‐18

3/12/15 Amendment to include unspent FY 15 SU funds and program on Complete Streets Feasibility Studies, Safety Study Program and Community Characteristics Update (Per prior approved direction by TPO Board)

5

Modification N/A 4/7/15 Modified FY 15 PL and FY 15 FTA tasks budgets to reflect actual and anticipated expenditures

6

Amendment 15‐27 5/14/15 Amendment to include additional $167,845 in TPO SU funds to conduct High Crash Corridor Analysis

7 Modification N/A 6/22/15 Modified PL FY 15 and FTA FY 15 tasks budgets to reflect actual and anticipated expenditures

8 Amendment 16‐02 7/9/15 Adds $30,000 to FY 15 PL funds to match FDOT Work Program Authorized funding amount; Amends revenue sources used for FY 16 PL

9 Modification N/A 9/15/15 Modified FY 15 SU tasks budgets to reflect actual and anticipated expenditures. Included distribution of remaining balance from ITS Master Plan and Complete Streets Feasibilities Studies.

10 Amendment 16‐07 10/8/15 Amendment to adjust FY 16 SU funding amount down by $83,064 and increase FTA total funding for FY 16 by $58,505 to match amounts authorized.

FY 15 – FY 16 UPWP Record of

Adoption and Modifications


Acronyms and Abbreviations ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

Introduction…………………………… ........................................................................................... 8

Resolution 14‐23, Adoption of FY 14/15 thru FY 15/16 UPWP ........................................... 20

Organization and Management ........................................................................................... 21

A. Participants .......................................................................................................... 21

B. Agreements ......................................................................................................... 23

C. Operational Policies and Procedures .................................................................. 26

Work Program

Section 1: Administration

1.0 Program Management ........................................................................................ 28 1.1 Annual Reporting, Certification and Programming ................................. 31 1.2 Annual Audit ............................................................................................ 33 1.3 Regional/State Planning and Coordination ............................................. 34 1.4 Local Coordination and Planning ............................................................. 37 1.5 Program Management and Technical Assistance ................................... 40

Section 2 Data Collection

2.0 Transportation Data Compilation and Distribution ............................................ 42

Section 3 Transportation Improvement Program

3.0 Transportation Improvement Program ............................................................... 46

Section 4 Long Range Transportation Planning

4.0 Long Range Transportation Planning .................................................................. 50

Section 5 Project Specific Planning

5.0 Multi‐Modal Project Planning ............................................................................. 55 5.1 Corridor Studies ....................................................................................... 58

TABLE OF CONTENTS


5.2 Management Operations, Safety and Security ....................................... 61 Section 6 Public Involvement

6.0 Public Involvement .............................................................................................. 66

Section 7 Program Planning

7.0 Pathways Project Planning .................................................................................. 71 7.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program ................................................... 74 7.2 Transit Planning and Studies ................................................................... 77 Tables

Table 1A. Summary Budget, Agency Participation for FY 15 ............................ 82

Table 1B. Summary Budget, Funding Source for FY 15 ..................................... 83

Table 2A. Summary Budget, Agency Participation for FY 16 ............................ 84

Table 2B. Summary Budget, Funding Source for FY 16 ..................................... 85

Table 3. FTA Section 5305(d) Deliverable for FY 15 and FY 16 ....................... 86

Table 4. Transportation Planning Studies Summary ....................................... 90

Table 5A. Proposed UPWP Work Schedule for FY 15 ........................................ 93

Table 5B. Proposed UPWP Work Schedule for FY 16 ........................................ 94

Table 6. Federal MAP‐21 Planning Factors ..................................................... 95

Table 7. UPWP Tasks Strategic Plan Goals ...................................................... 96

Appendices

Appendix A SCTPO Adopted 2014‐15 Strategic Plan ............................................ 98

Appendix B FDOT District 5 General Planning Activities FY 2015 – FY 2016 ........ 100

Appendix C SCTPO Certification Report ............................................................... 106

Appendix D Certifications and Assurances ........................................................... 111‐117

Appendix E Agency Comments and Responses .................................................... 119


Acronym Full Name

ADA Americans with Disabilities Act

AMPO Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations

ARRA American Reinvestment and Recovery Act

ATMS Advanced Traffic Management System

BOCC Board of County Commissioners

BPTAC Bicycle/Pedestrian and Trails Advisory Committee

CAC Citizens Advisory Committee

CAP Commuter Assistance Program

CMS Congestion Management System

CTST Community Traffic Safety Team

DBE Disadvantaged Business Enterprises

EAR Evaluation and Appraisal Report

ECFRPC East Central Florida Regional Planning Council

EPA Environmental Protection Agency

ETAT Environmental Technical Advisory Team

ETDM Efficient Transportation Decision Making

FAA Federal Aviation Authority

FDOT Florida Department of Transportation

FEC Florida East Coast Railroad

FHWA Federal Highway Administration

FS Florida Statute

FTA Federal Transit Administration

FY Fiscal Year

GIS Geographical Information System

GMSC Growth Management Subcommittee

GPC General Planning Consultant

ITS Intelligent Transportation System

LOGT Local Option Gas Tax

LRTP Long Range Transportation Plan

MAP‐21 Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act

ACRONYMS


Acronym Full Name

MPO Metropolitan Planning Organization

MPOAC Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council

PD&E Project Development & Environment

PEA Planning Emphasis Area

PEPP Project Evaluation and Prioritization Process

PPP Public Participation Plan

SAFETEA‐LU Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users

SCAT Space Coast Area Transit

SCE Socio‐Cultural Effects

SJRWMD St. Johns River Water Management District

SR State Road

TAC Technical Advisory Committee

TBD To Be Determined

TDP Transit Development Plan

TDLCB Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board

TIP Transportation Improvement Program

TOC Traffic Operations Committee

TSM&O Transportation System Management & Operations

UPWP Unified Planning Work Program


The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is the designated and constituted

body responsible for the urban transportation planning and programming process for the Palm

Bay‐Melbourne‐Titusville Urbanized Area. The proposed use of Federal Highway Administration

(FHWA) planning and research and Federal Transit

Administration funds must be documented in the TPOs Unified

Planning Work Program (UPWP) in accordance with federal law

(23 CFR 450.334(a)) and 23 CFR 450.308 (c) and Titles 23 and 49

of the Federal Transit Act for urbanized area with populations

over 50,000. This UPWP covers the period of July 1, 2014

through June 30, 2016 and includes a description of the work to

be accomplished and cost estimates for each activity.

The Space Coast TPO serves the citizens of Brevard County,

located in central Florida and is bordered on the north by

Volusia County, on the south by Indian River County, and on the west by Seminole, Orange, and

Osceola counties. Brevard’s eastern border is the Atlantic Ocean. According to the 2010 U.S.

Census the total population for Brevard County was 543,346. There are 16 incorporated

municipalities that the Space Coast TPO serves along with major modal agencies such as the

Melbourne International Airport, Space Florida, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Port Canaveral

and Patrick Air Force Base. According to the Space Coast Area Transit’s 2013‐2022 Transit

Development Plan, nearly 75 percent of Brevard’s households have at least two vehicles

available to them. With such a significant portion of the population with vehicles it is important

for the TPO to ensure that transportation planning is coordinated among all agencies in a

continuous, cooperative and comprehensive manner and serves all modes and needs. See Figure

1 for summary of demographic data.

In 2013 the Space Coast TPO’s Urbanized Area Boundary was revised and updated with 2010

Census data. The TPO serves two UAB’s, the Palm Bay‐Melbourne and Titusville urbanized areas.

Only minor adjustments were made with the Space Coast TPO continuing to serve all of Brevard

County.

INTRODUCTION


Figure 1 – Demographic Summary


Over the past few years, the Space Coast TPO has taken the initiative of looking at

transportation planning from a corridors and operational perspective. This approach is becoming

more evident as the way future transportation improvements will be evaluated. The cost to

widen roadways continues to increase, roadways are becoming more physically constrained due

to limited right‐of‐way, and revenue sources continue to decline. The use of the Complete

Streets concept has been embraced by the Space Coast TPO as one of the tools used to evaluate

constrained corridors. Many of the municipalities within the TPO’s planning area have adopted

complete street policies and in FY 13 the TPO completed its Complete Streets Evaluation

Methodology, Development and Project Screening planning study. The results are being used to

implement Complete Streets on six corridors. Feasibility Studies on three of the corridors will be

completed by the TPO during FY 15 with construction of all six projects to be conducted over FY

15 – FY 17.

The Space Coast TPO has also been coordinating with the Florida Department of Transportation

on a new Corridors Planning program. The TPO plans on looking at those corridors that did not

meet the Complete Streets criteria to be looked at from a broader approach. These studies are

more suited for higher volume roadways functioning as collectors. The first of these studies will

begin in FY 15.

In FY 13 the Space Coast TPO initiated the development of its 2040

Long Range Transportation Plan that is incorporating these new

planning concepts. The 2040 LRTP is unique and differs from previous

plans in that it is based on scenario planning from an economic

development approach and identifying corridors through typology,

meaning how various corridors function and how they should be

improved and/or developed in the future. More information on the

scope of work for the 2040 LRTP is included under Task 4.0.

Another tool that plays an important role in improvement of traffic flow and operations is the

use of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) technology. The TPO has a history of supporting

this cost effective approach to alleviating congestion and in FY 14 initiated the development of a

comprehensive ITS Master Plan. As the TPO’s LRTP already calls for the use of ITS/operational

improvements on many corridors, this plan will help formalize which ITS tools should be

evaluated and potentially implemented throughout the county. The results of the ITS Master

Plan will be synchronized with the 2040 LRTP.


In FY 14, an updated Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan was adopted. The plan evaluated all

corridors and trails throughout the county and provided a prioritized list of projects that will be

used to implement the most effective projects that moves the TPO into a comprehensive

connected system providing alternative modal choices of movement.

All of these projects and programs allow the TPO to meet its requirement for a coordinated,

comprehensive transportation planning for Brevard County. The TPO plans to continue looking

for new and innovative methods for improving the transportation network that will continue to

include Complete Streets, Corridor Planning, Intelligent Transportation Systems and

Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) activities.

The Space Coast TPO operates under the direction of a Strategic Plan, adopted annually, that

identifies Goals, Objectives and Strategies for the TPO to work toward (The adopted 2014‐15

Strategic Plan can be found in Appendix A). The goals lay the foundation for what the TPO is

working toward to achieve a comprehensive, multi‐modal transportation network and are based

upon adopted Long Range Planning goals. All work products listed in this UPWP will be used to

accomplish the TPO’s goals and provide a method for measuring the TPO’s success. Table 7

provides a matrix of how each task relates to the Goals and Objectives of the TPO’s Strategic

Plan.

Following are highlights from each of the work element sections reflecting previous noteworthy

achievements and the proposed work products to be produced in the next two fiscal years.

Additional details of each proposed work product are provided under specific work tasks.

Administration Previous FY 13 – FY 14 UPWP Noteworthy Achievements:

Reaffirmation of Planning Boundary and Board Membership by Governor

Developed and Adopted Annual Strategic Plans

Executed separate agreement with Space Florida for continued planning support

Executed updated Interlocal Agreement for the Creation of the TPO

Annual Certifications by FDOT with no corrective actions

FY 13 and FY 14 Operating Budgets and Quarterly reports

Independent audits of TPO for FY 11 and FY 12 with no corrective actions

Development of Regional Priorities including trails

Development of annual Legislative Priorities

Development of FY 15 – FY 16 UPWP

Coordination of FDOT Future Corridors Initiative


FY 15 – FY 16 UPWP Work Products:

Joint Certification with FHWA, FTA and FDOT in July, 2014

Monitoring of legislative activities including re‐authorization of federal highway

transportation act

Updating and monitoring of Strategic Plans

Continue Regional Coordination

Assist with coordination and support of Complete Streets projects

Complete FDOT’s Pilot Future Corridor Evaluation Study in FY 15

Conduct Annual Certifications with FDOT

Develop Annual Operating Budgets and conduct annual audits

Develop and Execute new Executive Director Contract by October 1, 2015

Develop FY 17 – FY 18 UPWP

Data Collection Previous FY 13 – FY 14 UPWP Noteworthy Achievements:

Conducted annual collection of traffic volumes and data

Revised and adopted new Urbanized Area Boundary

Reviewed and updated Functional Classifications

Implemented completed web based Crash Data Location System including training


Conduct Annual traffic counts

Update Community Characteristics Inventory with 2010 Census data

Use traffic crash location system to develop annual safety report

Solicit and execute new traffic count contract by September 1, 2015

Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Previous FY 13 – FY 14 UPWP Noteworthy Achievements:

Developed, adopted and maintained TIP

Developed and adopted annual project priorities for SIS and non‐SIS roadways

Institutionalized Space as a mode of transportation within FDOT Work Program

Secured funding in FDOT Work Program for Space Infrastructure Projects

Widening of I‐95 fully funded in FDOT Work Program, unique funding advancement

Developed Transportation Alternatives priority screening criteria

New Transportation Alternatives program developed and priority projects identified



Develop, adopt and maintain TIP in accordance with all federal and state requirements

Develop and adopt annual project priorities including Space Infrastructure projects

Conduct annual review and update of Transportation Alternatives Projects Priority List

Develop Annual Safety Project List based on crash data and trends analysis

Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) Previous FY 13 – FY 14 UPWP Noteworthy Achievements:

Regional coordination with base and future year model data input and initial validation

for 2040 LRTP

Initiated scenario and vision planning for 2040

Secured FDOT Supplemental Funding for scenario and corridor typology planning as part

of 2040 LRTP development

Conducted community survey to identify what types of future scenarios citizens

supported

Presented first Transportation Symposium and Scenario Choices Workshops

Identified future planning scenario and vision


Continue regional coordination and model development

Refine future scenario and development of corridor typologies

Develop final 2040 LRTP as a mega‐plan incorporating all modes

Complete list of cost feasible projects and adopt 2040 LRTP in 2015

Initiate community outreach and program support for implementing LRTP vision

Project Specific Planning Previous FY 13 – FY 14 UPWP Noteworthy Achievements:

Completed SR A1A Corridor Study, US 192 Feasibility Study including intersection analysis

at Hollywood and Wickham, Central Florida Regional Freight Study, Ellis Road and I‐95

Northern SJHP Interchange PD&E Study and Southern Parkway Interchange with I‐95

PD&E

Conducted Complete Streets Evaluation Methodology, Development and Project

Screening planning study

Assisted with Space Florida and Spaceport Master Plans development

Advocated and received funding for I‐95/Cocoa Safety Wall

Initiated PD&E study on Malabar Road


Initiated Complete Streets Feasibility Studies on Hickory St., Florida Ave., and Hopkins

Ave.

Coordination efforts related to All Aboard Florida and other Passenger Rail initiatives

Coordination of Viera Blvd. PD&E Interchange Study

Annual development of State of the System Report

Initiated annual Safety Evaluation Report

Initiated development of Intelligent Transportation Systems Master Plan


Support follow‐up activities related to the SR A1A Corridor Study, US 192 Feasibility

Study, Central Florida Regional Freight Study, Ellis Road and I‐95 Northern SJHP

Interchange PD&E Study, Southern Parkway Interchange with I‐95 PD&E, and Complete

Streets projects

Coordination of Design phase of Parkway Interchanges

Complete Feasibility Studies on Hickory St., Florida Ave., and Hopkins Ave.

Develop and Publish Annual State of the System and Safety Reports

Monitor air quality ozone rating

Endorsement of Viera Blvd. PD&E Interchange Study

Continue coordination and support of multi‐modal project planning (Rail, Space, Air and

Seaport)

Continue development and implementation of Advanced Traffic Management System

Support and participation on corridor studies include but are not limited to: Babcock

Street; St. Johns Heritage parkway; and Washingtonia Extension

Support and participation on FDOT’s new corridor studies program including specific

selected corridor studies to be identified and funded by FDOT

Public Involvement Previous FY 13 – FY 14 UPWP Noteworthy Achievements:

Continued public outreach efforts through E‐news newsletters; Website maintenance

and updates; Website surveys; and Community Presentations

Updated TPO Public Participation Plan

Conducted Community Survey to gage citizens rating of current transportation systems

and what types of future developments are supported

Conducted Transportation Symposium and Choices Workshops

Update of SCTPO Website


Implemented use of social media using Facebook


Initiated development of new public outreach program to include presentations and

services offered to local municipalities

Annual review of Public Participation Plan

Develop youth education section on website

Develop on‐line trail/bike route map system

Continue public outreach efforts through E‐news newsletters; Website maintenance and

updates; Website surveys; and Community Presentations

Program Planning Previous FY 13 – FY 14 UPWP Noteworthy Achievements:

Adopted Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan

Regional prioritization and support for Coast to Coast Trail

Ground breaking on Rail Trail; Brevard Zoo and Al Tuttle Trails

Rail Trail Fully Funded

Implemented first Walking School Bus Program

Continued bicycle/pedestrian education program

Safe Routes to School program

Adoption of Transit Development Plan

Completed ADA Compatible Bus Stop Inventory and Evaluation


Follow‐up activities related to adopted Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan

Continue involvement with Safe Routes to School Program

Continue Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program and expand to middle schools

Conduct School Travel Survey in 2015

Expand Walking School Bus Program

Participate and support of Commit 2 B Fit program

Support of follow‐up activities related to Space Coast Area Transit’s completed ADA Bus

Stop Inventory Study

MAP‐21 Compliance and Planning Factors

On July 6, 2012, MAP‐21, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act was signed into

law. This law, which provides for the funding of surface transportation programs, replaced the


previous law SAFETEA‐LU, which was adopted in 2005. MAP‐21 created a streamlined and

performance based transportation program and builds upon the programs and policies

established in 1991 that included focusing on highway, transit, bicycle and pedestrian modes of

travel.

The planning factors included as part of MAP‐21 are addressed throughout the UPWP in various

tasks. The TPO will work cooperatively with FHWA, FTA and FDOT to ensure all requirements of

MAP‐21 continue to be met. Table 6 reflects the relationship between the UPWP tasks and the

planning factors that are addressed.

Public Review/Title VI

For the development of the FY 14/15 – FY 15/16 UPWP, timely coordination and solicitation

from other agencies and the public were conducted. The draft UPWP was made available for

review and comment on March 14, 2014. A summary presentation on the proposed work

products to be developed over the next two years was given to the TPO Executive Committee on

March 21, 2014. The Technical and Citizens Advisory Committees on April 7 and to the TPO

Board on April 10, which was televised on the local Space Coast Government Television channel

were also provided a summary of work products included in the draft UPWP. Public comment

was offered at the TPO Executive Committee, TAC/CAC and TPO meetings, along with

notification on the TPO website. Draft copies of the UPWP were transmitted to the appropriate

agencies as listed in the FDOT Administrative Manual. Intermodal agencies were also sent copies

of the draft UPWP as is required as part of the Intergovernmental Coordination and Review

(ICAR) Agreement. Regional M/TPO’s were also sent copies of the draft.

Articles soliciting input were posted on the TPO website and included in the TPOs E‐News

electronic newsletter. Notice was also posted on the TPO Facebook page. All comments received

were addressed and revisions made where appropriate. (See Appendix E for a list of comments

and TPO responses).

In general, all agency plans and programs comply with the public involvement provisions of Title

VI which states: “No person in the United States shall, on grounds of race, color, or national

origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to

discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.” All public

comments were solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion,

disability or family status. The final UPWP was presented and approved by the TPO Board on

May 8, 2014.


Level of Planning Effort

The task projects outlined in this UPWP respond to Brevard County’s need for transportation

planning services that provide continuing, cooperative and comprehensive planning services.

The various UPWP tasks provide planning for all modes of travel: land, air, sea, rail and space.

The objectives of the various local government comprehensive plans are considered and

incorporated into the overall transportation system. Work products will be produced not only by

TPO staff but through consultant services and support from Brevard County, local governments,

FDOT, FHWA, FTA and other agencies.

Air Quality Planning

The Space Coast TPO is currently meeting ozone attainment readings. An analysis is conducted

annually as part of the State of the System report developed under task 5.2. Upon adoption of

any new criteria, the Space Coast TPO will comply with the changes as necessary. In the event

the Space Coast TPOs status changes to being in non‐attainment, for any reason, the UPWP will

be amended as appropriate to include changes to the development cycle of the LRTP,

Congestion Management System and other work products related to identifying new strategies

addressing air quality.

Planning Emphasis Areas

The FDOT has identified pedestrian safety as an emphasis area for 2014. Florida has been ranked

in the top five states in regards to pedestrian and bicyclist deaths over the past decade. TPO’s

have been asked to develop of further implement a Pedestrian Safety Action Plan in an effort to

help reduce bicycle and pedestrian crashes. The Space Coast TPO has a strong history of

supporting its Bicycle and Pedestrian program and will continue to do so in the future (see Tasks

7.0 and 7.1). As part of the annual State of the System Report (covered under Task 5.2) statistics

and trends on bicycle and pedestrian safety are included. As part of the TPO’s new Countywide

Safety Evaluation Report, initiated in FY 14, the TPO will be including safety statistics and trends

related specifically to bicycle and pedestrians. This annual report will be used as the process to

identify locations and potential behaviors that can be used to develop countermeasures

designed to eliminate them. Any education measures identified will be incorporated into the

bicycle and pedestrian safety education program. Other measures will be addressed as they are

identified. The following table represents the UPWP tasks that include and consider pedestrian

safety planning activities.

Task # 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 5.1 5.2 6.0 7.0 7.1 7.2

Pedestrian Safety X X X X X X X X X X X X


FHWA/FTA Planning Emphasis Areas

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) have

jointly issued Planning Emphasis Areas (PEAs) for Federal FY 2015. Following are the three

emphasis areas and how the Space Coast TPO is addressing them.

MAP‐21 Implementation – Transition to Performance Based Planning and Programming. The

Space Coast TPO has been working on transitioning its planning practices to a more performance

based planning program for the past few years. The TPO annually adopts a strategic plan that is

the foundation for the activities the TPO will be focusing on throughout the year. These activities

all tie into the adopted Long Range Plan Goals. With this approach to planning the TPO is able to

identify programs to be developed to meet those goals and has worked to implement projects

that track performance. The Long Range Plan provides the framework with activities such as the

annual Countywide Safety Evaluation Report and the annual State of the System Report that

document progress toward reaching established performance goals. The 2040 Long Range

Transportation Plan (to be adopted in 2015) will continue with this approach and will be

enhanced in those areas that can contribute to performance based planning and programming.

Models of Regional Planning Cooperation – Promote cooperation and coordination across

MPO boundaries and across State boundaries where appropriate to ensure a regional

approach to transportation planning. The Space Coast TPO already has an integrated planning

program that includes regional planning. Through partnerships with the Florida Department of

Transportation and membership on the Central Florida Alliance committee and statewide

Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council (MPOAC), the Space Coast TPO will

continue to plan not only from a local perspective but from the larger regional and statewide

perspective. Current specific projects and activities include Coast to Coast Trail, East Central

Florida Regional Rail Trail, Future Corridors Pilot Project, Passenger Rail initiatives and other

large scale transportation planning.

Ladders of Opportunity – Access to essential services‐as part of the transportation planning

process, identify transportation connectivity gaps in access to essential services. The TPO has

already developed documents and programs that assist with identifying access to services and

consideration to those projects that fill in ‘gaps’. The adoption of the Complete Streets

Evaluation Methodology and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan, both mapped numerous

services and access to these. The FDOT has mapped bicycle and pedestrian facility gaps

throughout the roadway network and Space Coast Area Transit is completing an inventory of all


of its bus stops with documentation of ADA accessibility. In FY 2015, the Space Coast TPO will

also update is Community Characteristics Inventory to assist with identifying where there are

gaps in the system in relation to various demographics located in close proximity of these

services.

As additional guidance is provided on these emphasis areas, the Space Coast TPO will coordinate

and adjust work tasks and products as appropriate to address them. The following table

represents the various UPWP tasks that include the FHWA/FTA planning emphasis areas.

Task # 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 5.1 5.2 6.0 7.0 7.1 7.2

MAP‐21 Implementation X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

Models of Regional Planning Cooperation

X X X X X X X X X X X X X

Ladders of Opportunity X X X X X X X X X X X X X


A. Participants

Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization Board (TPO): The Space Coast TPO is a policy

board of local, elected officials responsible for managing a continuing, cooperative, and

comprehensive transportation planning process that is consistent with local government

comprehensive plans. An organizational chart is provided below identifying the structure and

committees supporting the TPO. The membership of the Space Coast TPO has been established

under Florida Statute 339.175 and consists of a nineteen member body with representation as

follows:

Board of County Commissioners (5 seats) City of Melbourne (3 seats) City of Palm Bay (3 seats) City of Titusville (2 seats) City of Cocoa (1 seat) North Beaches Coalition (1 shared seat)** City of Rockledge (1 seat) City of West Melbourne (1 seat) South Beaches Coalition (1 shared seat)* Canaveral Port Authority (1 seat) *South Beaches include Indian Harbor Beach, Indialantic, Melbourne Beach and Satellite Beach **North Beaches include Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach

Based upon 2010 Census data, in 2013 the Space Coast TPOs planning boundary and Board

Membership were re‐affirmed by the Governor with no changes from prior authorization.

ORGANIZATION


Advisory Committees

The TPO has four standing advisory committees: Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), the

Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC), the Bicycle/Pedestrian and Trails Advisory Committee

(BPTAC), and the TPO Executive Committee.

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC): The TAC is comprised of twenty six members, primarily

planners, engineers and technical staff that represent various local governments and

transportation agencies within Brevard County. It is the responsibility of the TAC to review and

evaluate transportation‐related issues and make recommendations to the TPO Board on these

issues. The TAC conducts their meetings in conjunction with the CAC on the Monday prior to the

TPO Board meetings. TAC members are appointed by the municipality, office, department,

division, association, system, authority or board such member represents.

Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC): The CAC is made up of twenty four members that represent

a broad cross section of citizens interested in the development of an efficient, safe and cost‐

effective transportation system. The CAC members are appointed by the members of the TPO

Board and conduct their meetings in conjunction with the TAC.

Bicycle/Pedestrian and Trails Advisory Committee (BPTAC): The BPTAC is comprised of

nineteen members representing local law enforcement agencies, educators, engineers, local


governments, bicycle retailers, realtors and avid cyclists, hikers and environmentalists. The

BPTAC addresses bicycle, pedestrian and trails planning and recommends policies to the TPO

Board regarding bicycle/pedestrian projects, and enhancement projects. Membership is open to

all interested citizens or representatives of specialized interest groups. The BPTAC meets bi‐

monthly or as needed.

TPO Executive Committee: The Executive Committee reviews in detail key transportation policy

and administrative issues of concern to the TPO. The Committee is comprised of the TPO

Chairman, Vice‐Chairman, Secretary and up to two at‐large TPO members. The Committee

evaluates transportation policies, procedures and programs in greater depth than can normally

occur at regular monthly TPO meetings. The intent is to insure the TPO is effectively addressing

the county’s critical transportation needs. The Committee is advisory and recommendations

formed by the Executive Committee are presented to the full TPO for consideration. The

Executive Committee meets on an as needed basis following regular scheduled TPO Board

meetings and all meetings are open to the public.

Supported Committee

The Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) is an independent board

supported by the Space Coast TPO. A TPO Board member serves as the Chairman of the TDLCB.

The purpose of the TDLCB is to evaluate the service levels, safety and other issues of transit

operations provided by Space Coast Area Transit serving the elderly, people with disabilities, or

otherwise disadvantaged citizens, such as those with low income in Brevard County.

B. Agreements

Planning and funding assistance is provided by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the

Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).

Through an Interlocal Agreement, the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners provides

local matching funds for the FTA grant. Other federal agencies involved in the planning effort are

the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The

assistance provided by some of the above agencies is agreed upon through agreements. The

TPO has executed agreements with the state and local government and agencies to promote a

comprehensive, continuous, coordinated planning process. Contracts have been authorized by

the TPO to provide services in support of TPO operations. Current agreements include:


Standard Interlocal Agreement – Executed April 22, 2005: The TPO has an interlocal agreement

with each of the member governmental jurisdictions. This is a one‐time agreement that

establishes the responsibilities, authorities, membership and other necessary features of the

TPO. The First Amendment to the Interlocal was entered into on September 13, 2006 that

incorporated the TPOs approval of appointing alternate members and the shared seat

representing the City of Cape Canaveral and the City of Cocoa Beach. These two cities entered

into a separate agreement, similar to the South Beaches Coalition that was made a part of the

TPOs interlocal agreement. A Second Amendment was executed on October 28, 2008 to provide

for the legal name change of the Brevard MPO to the Space Coast TPO. At the time of the

development of this UPWP, an updated and revised Interlocal Agreement was being circulated

for approval by all local jurisdictions. The TPO Board approved the revised Interlocal at its April

10, 2014 meeting. It is anticipated that this updated agreement will be completed and recorded

by July 1, 2014.

Interlocal Agreement for Services with Brevard County – Executed August 26, 2010: Agreement

between Brevard County and the Space Coast TPO clarifying the Space Coast TPO as an

independent organization and defines the services to be provided the TPO by Brevard County

and to fix the compensation to the County for such services and to define the services to be

provided to the County by the TPO and to fix the compensation to the TPO for such services. A

First Amendment to the Interlocal was executed on August 23, 2011 to clarify audit

requirements are responsibility of the TPO and shall be done independently from Brevard

County audits. The Interlocal is effective until September 30, 2015; however a one‐time

extension may be executed for an additional five years. This agreement will be reviewed in 2015

to determine if an extension or new agreement is needed.

Joint Participation Agreement for Planning Funds – Executed May 13, 2010: Agreement

between FDOT and the Space Coast TPO which provides for the use of planning funds to be

‘passed through’ to the TPO to accomplish the work products identified in the UPWP. The JPA

also outlines certain administrative and program requirements that must be met to receive the

funds. The current JPA is effective for a term of five years. However, the JPA has recently been

revised by FDOT to incorporate MAP‐21 language and was approved by the TPO Board at their

May 8, 2014 meeting. Once all signatures are obtained and the agreement executed, the new

JPA will replace the current one, which is anticipated to occur by July 1, 2014. Over the past two

years the Space Coast TPO has also executed four (4) supplemental agreements to the PL for

specific projects. If necessary, these supplementals will be amended to reflect the new PL JPA.


Supplemental number 1, executed August 28, 2012 was for the development of the Complete

Streets Methodology study using the TPO’s SU funds and was completed in early 2014.

Supplemental number 2, executed July 1, 2013, is additional FDOT funds necessary for the

development of the 2040 LRTP that includes the special approach of scenario planning and

corridor typologies. This supplemental is effective until December 31, 2014.

Supplemental number 3, executed November 19, 2013, provides for the use of the TPO’s SU

funds for the development of an Intelligent Transportation Systems Master Plan. This project is

to be completed by May 1, 2015.

Supplemental number 4, executed on December 18, 2013, utilizes the TPO’s SU funds for the

development of Complete Streets Feasibility Studies. The studies are anticipated to be

completed by November 2014, however the agreement is effective until May 1, 2015.

Joint Participation Agreement for Section 5305(d) Funding – Executed September 28, 2011:

Agreement between FDOT and the Space Coast TPO which provides for the use of Section

5305(d), Federal Transit Administration funds to be ‘passed through’ to the TPO in order to fulfill

the requirements of the TPOs UPWP. The JPA also outlines certain administrative and program

requirements that must be met in order to receive the funds. Each year, a Notice of Grant Award

is executed as outlined in the original JPA to encumber funds for each UPWP fiscal year. The

expiration of the current JPA is September 30, 2017.

Intergovernmental Coordination and Review (ICAR) Agreement – Executed June 20, 2012: The

ICAR Agreement provides for the coordination and review of transportation issues among all

modes of transportation (School Board, Airports, Transit, Seaport and Space Florida). The

current agreement shall be reviewed and renewed every five years. The next review/renewal is

scheduled to occur by June 20, 2017. An amendment to the ICAR is anticipated to occur in 2014

to address the removal of the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council as part of dispute

resolution processes. The removal of the Planning Council was requested by FDOT upon review

by FDOT legal.

Interlocal Agreement with Central Florida MPO Alliance – Executed October 19, 2005: The

MPO Alliance consists of representative from MetroPlan Orlando, Volusia County TPO,

Ocala/Marion County TPO, Lake‐Sumter MPO, Polk TPO and the Space Coast TPO. The Alliance

was formed to enhance regional planning for the Central Florida area. The Interlocal was

amended in February 2007 to address alternates and providing voting rights to Executive


Directors when acting as alternates. A second amendment was executed on March 8, 2012 to

address administrative items and clarifications of MetroPlan’s role as the lead agency handling

the administration of the Alliance and fixes contribution amounts from member M/TPOs. This

agreement remains in effect unless dissolved by mutual agreement among the members.

Other contracts and agreements executed in support of TPO functions include:

Professional Services Agreement for Traffic Counts

Professional Services Agreement for Legal Services

Professional Services Agreement for General Planning Consultants

Professional Services Agreement for Copier Services

Professional Services Agreement for Auditing Services

Professional Services Agreement for development of ITS Master Plan

Maintenance Agreement with University of Florida for crash data maintenance

Lease Agreement for office space with Brevard County

Service level agreement with Brevard County for Information Technology services

Service level agreement with Brevard County for Asset Management services

Employment contract with SCTPO Executive Director

Interlocal with Brevard County for support of Advanced Traffic Management System

JPA LAP Agreement with FDOT for US 192 Feasibility Study

C. Operational Policies and Procedures

The Space Coast TPO adopted updated policies on April 10, 2014. The Agency Policies and

Procedures manual contains the rules and procedures for the TPO Board, TAC, CAC, BPTAC, and

Executive Committee. Policies include Personnel, Budget and Finance, Travel, Social Media,

Conflict of Interest, and Title VI with Related Nondiscrimination Requirements. Internal

procedures address the processes for Project Priorities, Transportation Improvement Program,

Long Range Transportation Planning, Unified Planning Work Program and many administrative

operational procedures. The current staffing level of the Space Coast TPO is nine full time

employees, all of which are members of the Florida Retirement System.

Official records of the TPO business are maintained in the Space Coast TPO office at 2725 Judge

Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. B, Rm 105, Viera, FL 32940. All of the TPO public records, as defined by

Chapter 119 of Florida Statutes, are available for public inspection during normal business hours.


Task 1.0 Program Management

1.1 Annual Reporting, and Programming

1.2 Annual Audit

1.3 Regional/State Planning and Coordination

1.4 Local Coordination and Planning

1.5 Program Management and Technical Assistance (FDOT)

SECTION 1 ADMINISTRATION


Purpose: To ensure the administration and management of the TPO is conducted and completed in

an efficient, and timely manner, and to maintain capital equipment to support the comprehensive

transportation planning process, associated public involvement, and education programs.

Previous Achievements:

Accomplished the preparation and transmittal of agendas for the TPO Governing Board and its

associated committees. TPO staff attended and/or participated in various conferences and

workshops that provided training on transportation planning, modeling, public involvement

practices, Title VI, technology advances and administrative programs.

The TPO developed and adopted a strategic plan for each calendar beginning in 2012. The strategic

plan guides the TPO and its staff on which activities it will be undertaking and is used to track

organizational performance. Each February, a new strategic plan has been adopted along with a

presentation of the prior year’s top 10 accomplishments. The success of how well the strategies and

objectives of the plan are achieved are used as the foundation for performance based evaluations

and recognition. Highlights of the 2013 top 10 included: adoption of a new Public Participation Plan;

Pilot Project allowing bicycles on Pineda Causeway launched; Groundbreaking on the East Central

Florida Regional Rail Trail; Adoption of a new Bicycle/Pedestrian and Trails Mobility Plan; Complete

Streets and the TPO’s first Transportation Symposium. Beginning with the FY 15‐16 UPWP, the

development, planning and updating of the strategic planning activity will be covered under Task

1.1, Annual Reporting and Programming.

Annual performance evaluations were conducted on TPO staff and the Executive Director. In FY 13,

the Executive Director’s contract was renewed and extended to September 30, 2015.

In FY 14, the TPO was reaffirmed of its planning boundary and board membership by the Governor.

The Space Coast TPO was not reauthorized due to the fact that there were no changes requested in

either its planning boundary or board membership.

UPWP TASK NUMBER: 1.0 FUNDING SOURCES:

FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $332,000 $302,000 $634,000TPO SU $42,436 $0 $42,436BOCC $6,000 $0 $6,000FTA $14,000 $14,000 $28,000FTA Match $1,750 $1,750 $3,500TOTAL $396,186 $317,750 $713,936

TASK TITLE:

Program Management

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


Accomplished the preparation and processing of vendor invoices for payment, and submitted

reimbursement requests for the Federal Highway Administration, FDOT, and Federal Transit

Administration grants. Prepared, adopted and monitored annual operating budgets to include

associated contract management. Prepared quarterly financial reports and reconciled year end

closeouts with actual expenditures.

In FY 14, the TPO adopted amended Operating Policies to reflect current statutory references, laws

and agreements. Other changes included clarifying requirements for board and committee

appointments; including the Bicycle/Pedestrian and Trails Advisory Committee as an official sub‐

committee of the SCTPO; updated personnel leave accruals to be consistent with Brevard County

policy; and updated audit language with latest requirements.

The TPO adopted a recognition program in FY 13 to recognize members serving on the Board and its

committees. TPO staff tracks attendance and volunteer positions served by its members.

Recognition to those members meeting the programs requirements are acknowledge each April.

Methodology:

Complete necessary clerical, managerial and administrative activities related to producing and

conducting monthly meetings of the TPO Governing Board and its committees. These include but

are not limited to: compilation of agenda items and packages, transmittal of agendas to members,

transcription of meeting minutes, posting of agendas and minutes on website, file maintenance, in

accordance with Florida Statute 286.011, maintenance of office supplies and equipment, processing

of travel requests and purchase orders. Attend various meetings that include the exchange of

information, support and coordination activities required to accomplish the tasks identified in the FY

15 – FY 16 UPWP.

Continue preparation and processing of TPO grant reimbursement invoices and progress reports.

Contract management shall include processing of vendor invoices in accordance with Florida Prompt

Payment Act, monitoring of services to ensure compliance with contract requirements while

remaining within budget and on schedule. Ensure expiring, and new contracts are executed within

necessary time constraints so that services are not interrupted. Prepare, present, adopt and monitor

annual operating budgets. Prepare quarterly financial reports on actual revenues and expenditures.

In FY 14, the TPO anticipates purchasing a new HP Plotter to replace the existing failing plotter

purchased in 2002. The TPO utilizes the plotter to enhance the production of quality public

information products utilizing GIS technology. Maps are generated and used not only on a technical


level for such projects as the Long Range Transportation Plan, reviewing Traffic Analysis Zones and

various travel demand model output files but has been used extensively for educating the public on

various projects such as trails, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, census data and specific corridor

projects such as the St. Johns Heritage Parkway. An HP T‐13000, 6‐color, 44” dual roller plotter or

similar model will be purchased. The cost of the plotter is anticipated to be in the range of $8,000 to

$12,000. Funding will be provided by the TPO’s PL planning grant and Brevard County. The

percentage for each funding source will be split 50/50.

If any other capital purchases are identified that would enhance the TPO’s performance and

production of higher quality work products, the TPO will request permission to purchase. Any

procurement of equipment greater than $5,000 will follow the procedures outlined in the FDOT

Program Management Handbook and a separate written request for approval will be submitted. All

capital items shall comply with 49 C.F.R. 18.32 and 18.33, and the Federal Office of Management

and Budget Circular A‐87, Cost Principles for State, Local and Indian Tribal Governments. [23 C.F.R.

420.121(e)].

Annual performance evaluations will be conducted on TPO staff and the Executive Director. In FY 15,

a new Executive Director’s contract will be developed and executed prior to September 30, 2015.

Work Products: • Agenda packages and associated activities and materials ............................. July 2014 – June 2016 • Contract and Financial Management ............................. July 2014 – June 2016 • Personnel Management and training ............................. July 2014 – June 2016 • Development, processing and monitoring of financial budget ........................ July 2014 – June 2016 • Development of FY 15 Operating Budget ............................. May – Sept 2014 • Development of FY 16 Operating Budget ............................. May – Sept 2015 • Executive Director Contract ............................. July‐Sept 2015 • Annual Member Recognitions ............................. April 2015 & 2016 • Initiate development of FY 17 Operating Budget ............................. March – Sept 2016


Purpose: Develop, monitor and amend biennial Unified Planning Work Program which identifies

work products and programs to be undertaken by the Space Coast TPO. Development of annual

report summarizing previous year accomplishments, provision of project list for which Federal funds

have been obligated in the preceding year and conduct FHWA/FTA/FDOT certifications.


Developed, monitored, and amended FY 13 – FY 14 Unified Planning Work Program. Processed four

modifications and six amendments to include de‐obligation of unspent FY 13 PL funds. Annual

reports were prepared that included articles on work products produced by the TPO in the

preceding year. A list of projects for which Federal funds were obligated was published annually in

the Transportation Improvement Program and also posted on the TPO website.

The TPO was certified by FDOT with no corrective actions in 2012 and 2013. The most recent

certification completed in 2013 is included in Appendix C.

The TPO developed and adopted a strategic plan for each calendar beginning in 2012. The strategic

plan guides the TPO and its staff on which activities it will be undertaking and is used to track

organizational performance. Further details on the previous achievements related to the strategic

plan are included under Task 1.0, Program Management. It is included here because beginning in FY

15 strategic planning activities will be charged under this task, 1.1.

Methodology:

Monitor and amend as necessary the FY 15 – FY 16 Unified Planning Work Program. In FY 16, a draft

UPWP will be developed for FY 17 – FY 18. Annual reports will be produced summarizing the

accomplishments, projects, and work products produced by the TPO during the previous year.


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $30,000 $20,000 $50,000TPO SU $800 $0 $800FTA $8,000 $7,819 $15,819FTA Match $1,000 $977 $1,977TOTAL $39,800 $28,796 $68,596

TASK TITLE:

Annual Reporting, Certification and

Programming

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


TPO staff will solicit input on the development and updating of its strategic plan. The plan is to be

developed based on the calendar year and each year the top ten accomplishments will be

presented. The adopted 2014‐15 strategic plan is included in Appendix A.

The TPO is required to publish or otherwise make readily available for public review, an annual

listing of projects for which Federal funds have been obligated in the preceding year. This list shall

be incorporated into the Transportation Improvement Program report and will also be made

available on the TPO website at www.spacecoasttpo.com. This activity is also covered under Task

3.0, Transportation Improvement Program.

FHWA’s four year certification cycle will take place in July, 2014 and will be a combined certification

with FDOT and FTA. Annual certifications with FDOT will be conducted in the spring of 2015 and

2016. TPO staff will compile all appropriate materials and conduct any research necessary in

preparation for the reviews. Any corrective actions identified will be addressed as necessary and

incorporated into the UPWP.

Work Products:

• Monitoring and amending FY 15‐FY 16 UPWP ............................. July 2014 – June 2016

• TPO Joint FHWA/FTA/FDOT Certification ............................. July 2014

• Project List for which Federal funds have been obligated for FY 15 ................ Oct 2014

• 2014 Annual Report/Strategic Plan Top Ten ............................. Dec 2014 – Feb 2015

• 2015 Strategic Plan ............................. Dec 2014 – Feb 2015

• FDOT Annual Certifications ............................. Spring 2015, 2016

• Project List for which Federal funds have been obligated for FY 16 ................ Oct 2015

• 2015 Annual Report/Strategic Plan Top Ten ............................. Dec 2015 – Feb 2016

• 2016 Strategic Plan ............................. Dec 2015 – Feb 2016

• De‐obligation of unspent PL FY 15 funds ............................. Feb 2016

• Development of FY 17 – FY 18 UPWP ............................. Feb – June 2016


Purpose: To conduct annual audit of the Space Coast TPO to ensure TPO financial programs and

processes are adequately performed in accordance with 49 C.F.R. 18.26, OMB Circular A‐133 and

Section 215.97 F.S.

Previous Achievements: FY ending September 30, 2012 and September 30, 2013 audits were

conducted by Berman, Hopkins, Wright & LaHam, the TPO’s contracted auditor, and all TPO grants

and accounts were included in the schedule of expenditures and federal award and state financial

assistance. There were no corrective actions found.

In 2014, the TPO extended their contract for services with Berman, Hopkins, Wright & LaHam an

additional 2 years as per their contract agreement.

Methodology:

The firm of Berman, Hopkins, Wright & LaHam will perform audits of the TPO’s financial records for

the fiscal years ending September 30, 2015, and 2016. Audits will adhere to 49 C.F.R. 18.26, OMB

Circular A‐133 and Section 215.97 F.S. General United States of America audit standards will be

followed. Audit findings and reports shall be submitted within nine months of the ending of the

fiscal year being audited. The audit FY ending September 30, 2014 consulting fee is $24,000

($19,000 PL; $5,000 FTA) and shall be completed by June, 2015. FY ending September 30, 2015

consulting fee is $24,500 ($19,500 PL; $5,000 FTA) and shall be completed by June 30, 2016.

Annual review of Brevard County’s Indirect Cost Allocation Plan will be conducted to verify services

received from Brevard County are appropriately charged to the TPO. The indirect cost allocation

plan shall also be provided as part of the Federal Transit Administration Section 5305(d) grant

applications each year.

Work Products:

• Annual review of County Cost Allocation Plan (Indirect Costs) .......................... Feb – June, 2015 & 2016

• Audit for FY ending September 30, 2014 ................................ March – June 2015

• Audit for FY ending September 30, 2015 ................................ March – June 2016


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $28,000 $28,000 $56,000FTA $4,000 $4,000 $8,000FTA Match $500 $500 $1,000TOTAL $32,500 $32,500 $65,000

TASK TITLE:

Annual Audit

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


Purpose: To participate in activities of regional and statewide significance to improve mobility of

people, goods and services.


Participation and attendance at Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council and Central

Florida MPO Alliance meetings. The Central Florida MPO Alliance is comprised of representatives

from Lake‐Sumter TPO, MetroPlan Orlando, Polk County TPO, Space Coast TPO and Volusia County

TPO. The Alliance provides a platform for regional transportation issues to be addressed and

supported through a uniform council. The TPO supports efforts to seek funding for the Coast to

Coast Connector trail which will link up with the East Central Regional Rail Trail in northern Brevard

County.

TPO staff participated in statewide meetings and video conferences to exchange information among

all the MPOs and to coordinate activities and projects from a FHWA and statewide perspective.

The FDOT initiated a future corridors initiative to plan for the future of the major transportation

corridors critical to the state’s economic competitiveness and quality of life over the next 50 years.

The analysis of the Tampa Bay to Central Florida Area Concept Report identified several potential

regional connectivity gaps that are candidates for further evaluation. One of these gaps is a

connection between southeastern Orlando and southern Brevard County. In FY 14 this area was

being evaluated. The analysis will continue in FY 15 and is anticipated to be complete by December

2014.



either its planning boundary or board membership. This activity was also covered under Task 1.0

and 1.4.


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $40,000 $30,000 $70,000TPO SU $1,200 $0 $1,200

TOTAL $41,200 $30,000 $71,200

TASK TITLE:

Regional/State Planning and

Coordination

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


The TPO’s annual legislative issues for 2013 included: Protect the State Transportation Trust Fund;

Support Brevard County Road Project Priorities; St. Johns Heritage Parkway System, and Ellis Road

Improvements, Construct Passenger Rail stations, Invest in Space Transportation Infrastructure,

Complete the Rail Trail and KSC Loop Trail, and Consider local priorities for flexible Transportation

Funding. The TPO continued to monitor both state and federal legislation activities related to

impacts that would impact transportation planning and any changes in requirements for MPO’s.

In FY 13 and FY 14 the TPO continued their work, through agreement, to support Space Florida

planning activities. TPO staff was successful in having space recognized by FDOT as its own mode of

transportation and now have their own funding in the FDOT 5 year work program. FY 13 saw the

completion of the first Space Port Master Plan. Local coordination efforts under this agreement are

covered under Tasks 1.4 and 5.0.

In FY 13, MetroPlan Orlando initiated an update to their original Freight Study. TPO staff has

participated in meetings and presentations. A final report is due in 2014. Activities and work

products related to this planning effort are also covered under Task 5.0.

Methodology:

Attend various meetings including FDOT quarterly meetings that include the exchange of

information, support and coordination activities required to accomplish the tasks identified in the FY

15 – FY 16 UPWP. Continue to attend MPOAC meetings and participate in inter‐agency policy

groups, working groups or other state and/or regional policy committees as warranted. Continue

participation in the Central Florida MPO Alliance. The TPO will continue to work with the Alliance on

regional project priorities that include projects of regional impact such as trail projects and those

utilizing TRIP funding, such as Barnes Blvd.

Coordination efforts will also continue with the Central Florida Regional Planning Model which is

used as the travel demand model for the Long Range Transportation Plan. LRTP activities are

covered under Task 4.0.

Coordinate with FDOT and FHWA with the Efficient Transportation Decision Making Process (ETDM)

which creates linkages between land use, transportation and environmental resource planning

initiatives through early, interactive agency involvement.

In FY 14, FDOT’s Future Corridors Pilot Study for planning future major transportation corridors

critical to the state’s economic competitiveness and quality of life was initiated. The pilot study area

for the Space Coast TPO is included in the Tampa Bay to Central Florida and the Space Coast pilot


study. The study will explore ways to connect southeast Orange County to the Central Brevard area.

This area is anticipated to have significant growth over the next 50 years. It is anticipated that this

pilot study will be completed in FY 15. This project also directly supports the FHWA/FTA planning

emphasis area.

Monitor state and federal legislative issues and develop position statements as needed. New MAP‐

21 Federal Transportation Act was passed by Congress that replaced SAFETEA‐LU. TPO staff is

monitoring changes from this new legislation, and is currently awaiting FHWA and FTA first

rulemakings regarding performance measurements. Safety performance measures and the highway

safety improvement program (HSIP) rules are also anticipated to be published soon. Planning rules

are expected in 2014 and any specific guidelines identified or changes will be incorporated into the

final FY 15‐16 UPWP. The TPO will also be monitoring federal legislative actions related to the

development and passage of a new Highway Transportation Bill, anticipated to be passed at some

point over the next two years.

A final report on the update to the 2002 Regional Freight Study is anticipated in 2014. TPO staff will

continue to be involved with monitoring freight issues and how they may impact Central Florida.

This activity is also covered under Task 5.0, Multi‐Modal Project Planning.

Work Products: • Participation/attendance at MPOAC and Central Florida MPOA meetings………July 2014 – June 2016 • Development of annual Legislative Issues Package ...............................Sept – Dec, 2015 & 2016 • Monitoring of state and federal legislative issues ...............................July 2014 – June 2016 • Participation in ETDM process ...............................July 2014 – June 2016 • MAP 21 Impacts; Performance Measures ...............................July 2014 – June 2016 • Future Corridor’s Initiative Pilot Project ...............................Jan ‐ Dec 2014


Purpose: To foster intergovernmental/interagency coordination to ensure a coordinated and

comprehensive approach to transportation planning and programming.


TPO staff continued their active participation and coordination with agencies such as FDOT;

Melbourne International Airport; Space Florida; Scenic Highway Committee; Brevard County Public

Works; Sheriff Office; Brevard County Planning and Zoning; Brevard County Emergency

Management; School Board; Port Canaveral; Space Coast Area Transit and all municipalities within

Brevard County. These efforts include project reviews and updates, planning, and policy review.

In FY 13, and FY 14 the TPO continued its separate agreement with Space Florida in support of space

activities. The TPO staff efforts, with Space Florida, FDOT and elected officials has resulted in

recognition of space as its own mode of transportation, and has institutionalized space projects into

the DOT transportation planning process and work program. The first Spaceport System Plan was

adopted in FY 13 along with the development of the Cape Canaveral Spaceport Master Plan.

Regional and state coordination efforts under this agreement are covered under Task 1.3.



either its planning boundary or board membership. This activity was also covered under Task 1.0.

In FY 13, the North Beaches Coalition, which consists of the cities of Cape Canaveral and Cocoa

Beach, executed a new Interlocal Agreement that specifies how the cities will share representation

on the TPO Board. This new interlocal was automatically incorporated into the existing TPO

Interlocal Agreement. In FY 14, the South Beaches Coalition also executed a new Interlocal

Agreement. With these new agreements, in FY 14 the TPO then executed an updated and revised

Interlocal Agreement defining the creation of the Space Coast TPO and provided updated references

to the new coalition agreements and clarified representation of agencies on the TPO Board.


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $17,000 $32,000 $49,000TPO SU $1,200 $0 $1,200BOCC $16,593 $18,735 $35,328TOTAL $34,793 $50,735 $85,528

TASK TITLE:

Local Coordination and Planning

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


The TPO continued efforts to move their number one priority project, the St. Johns Heritage

Parkway, forward by securing an additional $7.5M in FY 13. The TPO also through significant

coordination with FDOT was able to obtain funding to construct a safety wall along I‐95 in Cocoa.

Methodology:

To continue interagency coordination with Brevard County, School Board, Scenic Highway,

Emergency Management, Melbourne Airport, and other agencies and municipalities as appropriate.

The TPO will participate in the development and review of the transportation elements of local

government comprehensive plans.

In FY 16 the TPO will renew and update their inter‐local agreement with the Brevard County Board

of County Commissioners. This agreement provides services for the TPO such as financial, human

resources and budgeting. The lease agreement will also be renewed and updated with Brevard

County. Supporting service level agreements will continue to be monitored and renewed as

appropriate that include information technology and asset management services provided through

Brevard County.

TPO staff will continue to assist, as needed, with local modal agencies to coordinate various projects

including air, rail, transit, trail, seaport and spaceport projects. Coordination efforts with various

modal agencies are also covered under Tasks 1.3, 5.0, 5.1, 7.0 and 7.2. Projects include, but are not

limited to Coast to Coast Connector Trail, East Central Florida Regional Rail Trail, Sea Loop Trail,

Brevard Zoo Trail, Restoration of regional passenger rail service, and Space Florida infrastructure

projects. We will also continue to support the St. Johns Heritage Parkway, Viera Blvd. Interchange

and concurrency reviews and issues on various roadways.

Space Florida will continue its efforts to locate space projects in Brevard County. In support of those

efforts the TPO staff will continue to work to develop the transportation infrastructure necessary to

keep the Kennedy Space Center a vital player in space exploration and the privatization of launches.

In FY 15, the TPO anticipates launching a new community outreach program. This program will

include presenting to local municipalities, modal agencies and business organizations advising and

educating on what the TPO is and all of the services that the TPO can provide. Pending funding and

staffing resources the TPO also wishes to begin holding trail and education walks; tour guided rides

and other engaging activities. Details will be made available once the program is fully developed.

This activity is also covered under Task 6.0, Public Involvement.


TPO staff will continue to support the Brevard County Emergency Management Department through

participation in the annual Hurricane Exercise and will also provide staff support during declared

emergencies at the Emergency Operations Center in Rockledge. During exercises and events staff

provides information and coordination support for the safety and security of the transportation

network. This activity is also covered under Task 5.2.

Work Products:

• Coordination with local agencies and municipalities ............................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination and support of Space Florida ............................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination and support of Brevard County ............................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Support of trail development and implementation ............................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Annual Hurricane Evacuation Drill ............................. May 2015 & 2016


Purpose: To provide guidance and technical assistance by the FDOT District 5 staff to the TPO, TPO

staff and TPO committees as requested and required by FDOT policy, in support of FTA Section

5305(d) grant and the FHWA PL Transportation Planning Grant.

Previous Achievements: The FDOT has coordinated with and provided technical assistance to the

TPO staff on various projects. Both the FDOT District Five and Central Office staff provide guidance

and assistance to the TPO. FDOT has continued to provide the required match for the TPOs Federal

Planning Grant. In FY 13 and FY 14, FDOT processed various amendments and agreements related to

the TPO funding several projects with their Federal Surface Transportation Program funds (SU).

FDOT support and assistance efforts have also included guidance and supervision of administrative

tasks related to the FTA Section 5305(d) grant (previously referred to as Section 5303), including

program management, development, review and reporting. TPO staff, in cooperation with FDOT,

utilizes the TRANCIP software program for administration of its FTA grant.

Methodology: FDOT will continue its supervision and support of administrative tasks relating to the

work products and activities identified in the Space Coast TPO’s UPWP for both the PL and FTA

Section 5305(d) grants. Support shall include provision of state match requirements, program

management, development, review and reporting efforts of the PL and FTA 5305(d) grants.

FDOT will also continue coordinating district planning activities that will be performed with federal

or state funds within Brevard County. See Appendix B for details.

Work Products:

• FDOT to provide required match for PL and FTA Section 5305(d) grants ........ July 2014 – June 2016

• FDOT to provide necessary technical support, program management

and administrative oversight in relation to TPO PL and FTA grants ................. July 2014 – June 2016


FY 15 FY 16 TotalHP $186,321 $169,043 $355,364FTA "D" Funds $23,407 $23,116 $46,523TOTAL $209,728 $192,159 $401,887

TASK TITLE:

Program Management and

Technical Assistance

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

FDOT


Task 2.0 Transportation Data Compilation and Distribution

SECTION 2 DATA COLLECTION


Purpose: To monitor the existing transportation network, safety and security, socio‐economic

variables and environmental factors needed for use in both short term and long range

transportation planning and management systems.


In FY 14, the TPO began an Annual Safety and Planning Program that encompasses many existing

tasks that are inter‐related under one program. The program consist of the collection of traffic

counts and the website maintenance of the counts, the maintenance of the web based crash data

location system, the new countywide safety evaluation report, all of which feed into the annual

State of the System Report. Beginning in FY 15 the TPO will be utilizing SU funds to cover the

expenses associated with conducting these program tasks on an annual basis. The Safety and State

of the System Reports are covered under Task 5.2, Management Operations, Safety and Security.

Annual collection of traffic volumes continued in both FY 13 and FY 14. Traffic volumes are used

extensively for many transportation planning projects that have included: Long Range

Transportation Plan; Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan; Complete Streets; and Feasibility Studies.

The counts are also used for the TPO’s annual roadway segment rankings used for project

prioritization. Counts are made available on‐line at the TPOs website through a web‐based program

provided by MS2 Midwestern. The service agreement for traffic counts with Peggy Malone &

Associates was renewed for an additional year in FY 14. MS2 Midwestern’s annual website

maintenance agreement is included under this task at an approximate cost of $5,500. In the

calendar year 2013 there were 1,756 unique visitors, a 36% increase from 2012. Annual traffic

count published in May.

Developed by the University of Florida, the TPO launched its own Crash Data Location web‐based

program in 2013. The TPO conducted targeted training classes for user groups. This new system

allows for greater use of crash data by being able to identify types of crashes, severity and causes

and to locate high crash locations.


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $45,000 $55,000 $100,000FTA $15,053 $8,000 $23,053FTA Match $1,882 $1,000 $2,882BOCC $20,000 $30,000 $50,000TPO SU $67,645 $63,064 $130,709

TOTAL $149,580 $157,064 $306,644

TASK TITLE:

Transportation Data Compilation and

Distribution

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


In FY 14, the TPO initiated the development of an annual Countywide Safety Evaluation Report. The

report is a system‐wide analysis that utilizes the web‐based crash database location system to

report on the number, severity, type, time of day and other sorting factors available through the

system. The analysis also considers the eight Strategic Highway Safety Plan emphasis areas as part of

the identification of potential locations that may benefit from further analysis and safety

improvements. The Safety Report is covered under Task 5.2, and was developed through the TPO

general planning consultant.

In FY 13 and FY 14, TPO staff coordinated with FDOT on updating the TPO’s urbanized area

boundary. This GIS mapping exercise was refined based upon 2010 Census data. In FY 14 the TPO

along with coordination with FDOT and local municipalities reviewed and updated functional

classification of roadways. This activity was also covered under Task 1.4.

Methodology:

On‐going cooperation with the Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Department of

Highway Vehicles, local law and government agencies to collect data. Maintain a transportation

network and demographic database. Continue efforts to provide transportation data to the public,

media and other requesting agencies.

Attend GIS coordination meetings, workshops and conferences to enhance knowledge and use of

GIS in the transportation environment. Continue to utilize GIS in development of maps and

distribution of data.

The TPO’s on‐board general planning consultant will continue development of the annual Safety

Evaluation Report utilizing the web based crash data location system as part of the TPO’s Annual

Performance Monitoring Program. The report will focus on identifying crash trends, types, and

location of crashes. Crash data will also be used and incorporated into the annual State of the

System Report. Maintenance and updating of the crash system is performed by the University of

Florida at an average annual cost of $17,265 and is funded beginning in FY 15 with the TPO’s SU

funds. The Safety Report is covered under Task 5.2, and will also be funded with the TPO’s SU funds.

On‐going traffic count data acquisition program. Using the contracted services of Peggy Malone and

Associates counts are collected annually from October through February. Volume counts are taken

in 48 hours periods, and bi‐directional at 15 minute intervals. Approximately 450 locations on

arterial and collector roadways are taken. The data is summarized and a historical report of counts is

published annually. Counts are uploaded to the TPOs traffic count web‐based program and are

accessible from the TPO website which is available to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The


consultant contract averages approximately $70,000 annually. TPO staff performs approximately

$5,000 in management, administration of contract and post processing of data. Approximately

$20,000 to $30,000 is funded by Brevard County, in FY 15 $10,000 will be funded with FTA and the

remaining is funded utilizing the TPO’s SU funds as part of the Annual Performance Monitoring

Program. The current contract with Peggy Malone was renewed in September 2013 for one year.

TPO staff anticipates extending the contract for one additional year to 2015 at which time the TPO

will solicit for services through a Request for Proposals process. The annual traffic count website

hosted by Midwestern Solutions maintenance cost will also be funded with the TPO’s SU funds

beginning in FY 15 at approximately $5,800 annually.

TPO staff, in coordination with Brevard County Public Works, is sharing traffic data utilizing the County’s

Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS). The ATMS system has the potential to provide the TPO’s on‐

board general planning consultant the ability to collect traffic counts and data such as speed.

In FY 15, the TPO will prepare a work order for one of its general planning consultants to update its

Community Characteristics Inventory. The consultant will compile data from various sources

including the U.S. Census, Brevard County, and the American Community Survey and link them to

TAZ’s. The study will look at the ethnic diversity, economic viability, population, and transportation

needs of the community. Maps can then be created to identify different types of communities and

where they are located. The profile will be used to help ensure that transportation resources are

fairly allocated to benefit all segments of the population of Brevard County and will serve to support

the FHWA/FTA planning emphasis area. The estimated cost of this project is $93,768 and will be

funded utilizing the TPO’s SU funds. <Update: 9‐15‐15: This activity will be done utilizing existing

FDOT ETDM program and by existing TPO staff. SU funds are being re‐directed to fully fund

development of Interactive Trail Guide under task 6.0, already identified as a work product.>

Work Products:

• Traffic Data Collection .......................... Oct – Feb, 2014‐2016

• Annual Traffic Count Website Maintenance Renewal .......................... Oct 2014 & 2015

• Solicit and Execute new Traffic Count Collection Contract .......................... May – Sept 2015

• Processing of Traffic Data Collection, Annual Count Report ......................... Mar – June, 2015 & 2016

• 2014 Safety Evaluation Report .......................... March ‐ July 2015

• 2015 Safety Evaluation Report .......................... March – July 2016

• Annual Crash Database Website Maintenance Renewal .......................... Dec 2015 & 2016


• Provision of transportation data .......................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination of Brevard County ATMS Data .......................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Update Community Characteristics Inventory .......................... May 2015 – May 2016


Task 3.0 Transportation Improvement Program

SECTION 3 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT

PROGRAM


Purpose: To prepare, develop and annually maintain a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)

that includes the programs and projects, by phase, to be undertaken in the next five years and

adheres to the requirements of the federal highway transportation act, MAP‐21.


The TPO annually solicits and compiles projects submitted by local modal agencies, County, and

local cities as part of the TPOs annual Project Priorities process. Projects are reviewed for cost

feasibility and then prioritized by the SCTPO Board before being submitted to FDOT to be

considered for funding and inclusion in the FDOT 5‐year work program. In 2013, Strategic

Intermodal System and space infrastructure projects were adopted by the TPO Governing Board in

July with non‐SIS and other modes project priorities being adopted in September.

Projects programmed in the TIP are made available through the TPO’s website maintained by Data

Transfer Solutions and FDOT. The TIP website enables staff to create custom reports and offer the

public 24 hour access to the latest list of projects programmed in Brevard County. TIP amendments

are processed as needed and are then updated to the website throughout the year. Projects for

which Federal funds have been obligated in the preceding year are included in the TIP publication.

One of the changes with the adoption of MAP‐21 is the consolidation of various programs into one

called “Transportation Alternatives”. This new program includes projects that were previously

known as Transportation Enhancements, Recreational Trails, Safe Routes to School, and Scenic

Byways. In FY 14 the TPO solicited these types of projects from multi‐modal agencies, the County,

and local municipalities to provide an updated list of projects. The TPO also developed a screening

and ranking criteria to prioritize these types of projects.

In FY 13 and FY 14 the TPO continued to work with Space Florida through a separate agreement to

assist with the development and prioritization of space infrastructure projects and to get them


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $20,000 $30,000 $50,000TPO SU $2,500 $0 $2,500FTA $4,000 $10,000 $14,000FTA Match $500 $1,250 $1,750TOTAL $27,000 $41,250 $68,250

TASK TITLE:

Transportation Improvement Program

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


programmed in the FDOT Work Program. The TPO has been very successful in this effort and in the

most recent year of the FDOT Work Program, FY 19 reflects $20 million programmed for space

infrastructure projects.

Over the past few years the TPO has also been utilizing its available SU funds to program and

implement new projects and studies such as Complete Streets and an Intelligent Transportation

Systems Master Plan. SU funds have also been used to assist with funding regional projects such as

the East Central Florida Regional Rail Trail and the St. Johns Heritage Parkway.

Methodology:

Each year the TPO will solicit from local modal agencies, the County, and local governments,

projects to consider as part of the prioritization process. TPO staff, in coordination with the Growth

Management Subcommittee, will review and prioritize these projects and make recommendations

to the TPO Board for consideration and approval. A public meeting to receive comments on these

proposed projects will also be held. In September of each year, the adopted project list will be

submitted to FDOT for funding consideration and programming in the FDOT Work Program and the

SCTPO’s TIP.

In FY 15, the TPO will begin developing an annual list of safety projects utilizing the web based crash

data location system. These projects will be reviewed and where there is need for improvement or

future analysis it may be submitted for consideration to be prioritized and funded in the TIP. Work

efforts and coordination activities for this are also covered under Tasks 1.4, 2.0 and 5.2.

As needed, TPO staff will continue to assist Space Florida on developing, prioritizing and submitting

their infrastructure projects to be included in the TPO project priorities and TIP.

Annually develop and adopt the TIP in July that adheres to all federal and state requirements.

Incorporate FDOT adopted Work Program and locally funded projects into TIP. Maintain and update

TIP with approved amendments and post on website and TIP interactive web application.

TPO will continue to provide input into FDOT Work Program and will attend annual Work Program

Public meeting.

Work Products:

• Annual solicitation of projects .............. March – June, 2015 & 2016

• Project Prioritization .............. May – Sept, 2014, 2015 & 2016

• Annual safety project list .............. Mar – June, 2015 & 2016

• Annual Space Florida Infrastructure Project List .............. May – Sept 2014, 2015 & 2016


• Adoption of annual TIP .............. July 2014 & 2015

• Annual Public Meeting on Project Priorities and TIP .............. June – July 2014, 2015 & 2016

• Review and Comment on FDOT Work Program .............. Nov – Dec 2014 & 2015

• Maintenance of TIP (Amendments) .............. July 2014 – June 2016


Task 4.0 Long Range Transportation Planning

Section 4 – Long Ran

ge Transportation Planning

SECTION 4 LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION

PLANNING


Purpose: To develop, maintain and modify as required, the adopted TPO Cost Feasible Long Range

Transportation Plan in compliance with MAP‐21 planning requirements.


The 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan development was initiated in December 2012. The plan is

being developed through use of the TPOs general planning consultant with the technical modeling

aspect in coordination with FDOT. Early phases of the development have included workshops with

the Technical and Citizens Advisory Committee’s and the TPO Governing Board to solicit input and

provide guidance on what concerns and issues should be considered and incorporated into a future

scenario and vision for the Space Coast. A statistically valid survey was conducted in the summer of

2013 to also solicit input from citizens.

A separate project specific website was established, www.spacecoast2040.com to promote the

development of the plan and to provide access to all available documents created throughout the

planning process.

Following the workshops and survey, the TPO conducted its first Transportation Symposium in

October of 2013 where representatives from all municipalities and transportation modes (All

Aboard Florida, a private railroad company; Space Coast Area Transit; Port Canaveral; and Space

Florida) presented what their unique challenges and visions were for the future. There were over 85

participants in this workshop. Compiling this information formed the foundation for the

development of four scenarios. Based upon an economic growth approach the four scenarios were

Current Trend, Port Centers, Connected Communities, and High Tech Lifestyle. Each scenario

included land use and transportation impacts. Land uses included urban growth, housing mix, job

mixes and sea level rise. Transportation impacts considered percentage of walkable communities in

relationship to housing and jobs, network miles impacted on roadways, transit and bicycle facilities.

Also energy and air quality issues were considered. In February, 2014 a Transportation Choices

Workshop was held with over 100 participants receiving information on these scenarios.


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $40,000 $20,000 $60,000State "D" $67,200 $0 $67,200TPO SU $146,888 $0 $146,888FTA $13,000 $4,000 $17,000FTA Match $1,625 $500 $2,125TOTAL $268,713 $24,500 $293,213

TASK TITLE:

Long Range Transportation Planning

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


Participants were asked to provide feedback on what aspects of each scenario was most liked and

least liked. The results of the feedback will be used to define the final scenario and vision that will

guide the development of the cost feasible projects.

TPO staff and their consultant have coordinated with FDOT on input values to the Central Florida

Regional Planning Model and upon completion of the model validation will move forward in FY 15 to

completing future year data inputs. The base year for the 2040 LRTP is 2010.

Due to the fact that this LRTP is a new approach and involves scenario planning from an economic

growth approach and includes developing corridor typologies, the SCTPO requested and received

from FDOT supplemental funds to conduct the 2040 LRTP beginning in FY 14.

Methodology:

As a stated in 23 CFR 450.322(f) the final LRTP will address all required elements and will utilize the

guidance paper issued in November 2012, Federal Strategies for Implementing Requirements for

LRTP Update for the Florida MPOs. The major tasks to be completed include the development of

corridor typologies and strategic plans for each, corridor needs, the cost feasible list of projects with

the preferred network of improvements. The final document will incorporate all modes and

represent a ‘Metaplan’. This plan will tap into and integrate the main goals, objectives and projects

already identified in other plans such as Complete Streets, Bicycle, Pedestrian and Trails Mobility

Plan, Intelligent Transportation Systems Master Plan, Space Coast Area Transit’s Transit

Development Plan, Master Plans from airports, Space Florida and Port Canaveral. Transportation

Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) strategies will also be included in the plan’s

recommended actions. The goal is to have a fully integrated plan that will meet the needs and

accomplish the vision developed during the initial phases of the plan development. The Cost

Feasible 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan will be adopted by October, 2015. Figure 2 provides a

summary of the 2040 LRTP development schedule.

TPO staff and their general planning consultant will continue to coordinate with FDOT on data

inputs and review of the Central Florida Regional Planning Model (CFRPM). Future year (2040) land

use and zdata will be provided and reviewed. An Existing plus Committed (E+C) network of projects

will be developed along with a final cost feasible network.

Additional meetings and solicitation of public comment and input will continue until the adoption of

the 2040 LRTP. Outreach efforts will include use of the LRTP website, TPO Board and committee

meetings, postings on the TPO‘s Facebook site, and other public meetings and appropriate

techniques.


The fiscal analysis conducted at the time of developing the scope and cost of the 2040 LRTP was

based upon programmed funding amounts in the TIP at the time, the impacts of MAP‐21 were

unknown. In April of 2013, the SCTPO was made aware of the fiscal impacts to the annual allocation

of PL funds from MAP‐21 and new Census data that created two additional TMA’s in Florida. These

two elements along with a reduced population figure, reduced the SCTPO PL allocation by

approximately $100,000 annually. Although the SCTPO was able to absorb this impact for FY 14, it is

not able to sustain this lowered allocation into future years. In order to conserve PL funds to

maintain daily operations, the use of SU funds to complete the LRTP will be implemented for FY 15

and FY 16 with approximately $5,000 in FTA funding in FY 15.

Work Products:

• Public outreach and input ............................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Corridor Strategic Plans ............................. June 2014 – Dec 2015

• Alternative and Cost Feasible Network (CFRPM) ............................. June 2014 – July 2015

• Development of E+C Network (CFRPM) ............................. May 2014 – Feb 2015

• Cost Feasible Plan ............................. Nov 2014 – April 2015

• Plan Documentation ............................. April – Aug 2015

• Adoption of 2040 LRTP ............................. Oct 2015


Figure 2 – 2040 LRTP Development Schedule


Task 5.0 Multi‐Modal Project Planning

5.1 Corridor Studies

5.2 Management Operations, Safety and Security

Section 5 – Special Project Planning

SECTION 5 PROJECT SPECIFIC PLANNING


Purpose: To provide planning management and technical support for the identification and

implementation of improved transportation facilities for all modes of travel.


TPO staff continued their work efforts through a separate agreement with Space Florida in FY 13

and FY 14 to provide support in getting space infrastructure projects institutionalized in the FDOTs

planning process and annual work program. Space has been recognized as its own mode of

transportation, and is now funded in the FDOT work program. TPO staff has worked extensively with

Space Florida in reviewing grant applications, formalizing their project request as part of the TPO’s

annual project prioritization process. In FY 14 TPO staff assisted with the development of Space

Florida and Spaceport Master Plans.

In late FY 12 All Aboard Florida, a private enterprise, announced plans to provide non‐stop rail

service from Orlando to Miami. Their plans include improvements to their existing track such as

double and triple tracking, and the placement of gates and safety features. While currently there

are no plans to provide a stop in Brevard county, TPO staff will be monitoring this system for any

impacts on local transportation and safety concerns. The TPO continues to support a passenger rail

system between north and south Florida.

In FY 14 the TPO completed the development of its

Complete Streets Evaluation Methodology and

Project Screening project through its general

planning consultant, Kittelson and Associates. The

study was a three phase analysis (See Figure 3). The

first phase looked at various factors and criteria

from a countywide perspective which resulted in

identification of opportunity corridors where the

complete streets concept would be suitable. This


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $75,000 $39,450 $114,450TPO SU $323,617 $0 $323,617Port (CPA) $15,000 $35,000 $50,000FTA $15,000 $12,000 $27,000FTA Match $1,875 $1,500 $3,375TOTAL $430,492 $87,950 $518,442

TASK TITLE:

Multi‐Modal Project Planning

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO

Figure 3 – Three Phase Screening Process for Complete

Street Project


phase utilized the accessibility index developed as part of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan

that was also under development (see Task 7.0). The second phase further filtered the list of

candidate corridors through conducting feasibility analysis on the corridors. The final phase was the

actual ranking and project selection of which there were six projects were recommended and

adopted for implementation. Figure 4 shows the final list of projects and implementation schedule.

Figure 4 – Complete Streets Adopted Projects and Implementation Schedule

In the Spring of 2014, TPO staff began feasibility studies (corridor analysis/design review) on Florida

Avenue, Hickory Street and Hopkins. The TPO’s consultant, Kittelson and Associates are conducting

the studies and are closely coordinating with the local municipalities and FDOT. The results will be

used to develop the scope for the design phase and the projects will then move into construction as

shown in Figure 4.

In FY 12, an update to the Regional Freight Study conducted by MetroPlan Orlando staff was

initiated. TPO staff attended associated meetings and presentations. The study which looked at the

impact and movement of freight, goods and services in the Central Florida region and identified

current and future needs along with recommended improvements to increase the efficiency and

effectiveness of freight movement. The final report will be used as a reference in the 2040 Long

Range Transportation Plan.


Methodology:

Coordination with Space Florida is anticipated to continue over the next year as the space industry

located at the Kennedy Space Center works to clarify its future role as not only a governmental

agency but also to open its facilities and resources to the private sector as the commercial space

industry continues to grow. With the success of institutionalizing space as its own mode of

transportation within the workings of the Florida Department of Transportation and its Work

Program in FY 15 the TPO will not need to renew its separate agreement with Space Florida. Support

will continue as part of the TPO’s regular support to local agencies and municipalities covered under

various tasks. TPO staff has successfully prepared and trained Space Florida staff on the annual

project prioritization process and submittal of projects to the FDOT.

Support and coordination of restoring passenger rail and freight services to Brevard and the

surrounding region will continue. Both regional and local coordination will continue. Current funding

in the work program of $150 million is available for construction of station locations in Titusville,

Cocoa and Melbourne. The TPO will enter into an agreement with Canaveral Port Authority in FY 15

to conduct a Rail Station Location Study to identify where to locate a passenger rail station in

Brevard County. All Aboard Florida has indicated they will follow‐up with a ridership study to

determine the station’s feasibility as part of their service running from Orlando to Miami. The study

will be funded by Canaveral Port Authority and the TPO’s general planning consultant will perform

the analysis.

In FY 15 TPO staff will review findings from the updated Regional Freight Study to monitor current

and any future needs for the safe and efficient movement of freight, goods and services throughout

the Central Florida region. The document findings will be used as a resource for the 2040 LRTP.

With the opening of the Panama Canal to larger cargo ships, ports here in the United States are

working to get their facilities ready to accommodate the larger ships. The impact of increased

freight movement by truck on Brevard County roads through increased use of Port Canaveral will be

monitored.

In FY 15 staff will complete the complete street feasibilities studies on Florida Avenue, Hickory

Street and Hopkins. Feasibility Studies on Pineapple Ave. and Front Street will also be conducted in

FY 15 with the balance of funds not expended on the previous studies. Coordination with local

municipalities will continue through construction. The TPO will also work with those agencies

without projects programmed but desiring to implement complete streets within their jurisdictions.


Work Products:

• Completion of Complete Streets Feasibility Studies .................... June 2015

• Support of Space Florida and programming of space infrastructure

projects in FDOT work program .................... May – August, 2015 & 2016

• Support for of restoring passenger rail service .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Rail Station Location Study .................... April 2015 – Dec 2015

• Support of multi‐modal programs (Rail, Sea, Air and Space) .................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Monitoring of impacts from All Aboard Florida rail service .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Support of Implementation of Complete Street Projects .................... July 2014 – June 2016


Purpose: Participation in the formulation and management of specific corridor studies.


TPO staff in FY 13 continued coordination with FDOT, Brevard County Public Works, and project

consultants on the Ellis Rd. PD&E widening from Wickham Road to I‐95 which includes the

construction of an interchange at I‐95. In FY 13 drainage issues posed a major impediment to the

project and TPO staff working with the consultant were able to address and resolve the issue

through identification of funding and conducting a comprehensive drainage analysis. At the close of

FY 13 additional endangered species studies were requested posing a major delay which would

move the project out in the funding schedule. In FY 14 TPO staff along with Brevard County’s Public

Works, FHWA, and Fish and Wildlife reached a consensus which will allow the project to move

forward as scheduled.

In FY 13, the City of Palm Bay began construction of the first phase of the Parkway between Malabar

Road and the city’s northern boundary limits.

In FY 13 the TPO completed its first phase of their first LAP certified US 192 feasibility study. The

study found that this corridor’s travel demands are likely very related to any improvements made to

the parallel corridor to the north, Ellis Road. With the planned widening of Ellis, the US 192 study

found that widening of US 192 could be delayed and the limits of where to widen could be

shortened. The results from the first phase also recommended additional analysis at two major

intersections along the corridor. In FY 14 phase II looked at the intersection of Hollywood/Evans and

US 192. Through coordination efforts with FDOT a phase III was recommended by FDOT to consider

some additional alternatives at the Hollywood/Evans intersection and to also include analysis at the

second intersection from phase I, Wickham/Minton. Both intersections analysis will be completed in

June 2014. The final intersection alternative concept will then be ready to be programmed for

design, pending funding availability.


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $20,000 $30,000 $50,000TPO SU $800 $0 $800FTA $2,000 $4,000 $6,000FTA Match $250 $500 $750TOTAL $23,050 $34,500 $57,550

TASK TITLE:

Corridor Studies

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


In 2012, the SR A1A Corridor Study was initiated to analyze the corridor from Pineda Causeway

north to Port Canaveral for the identification of improvements that would allow the corridor to

function and serve the needs of both residents and visitors in an efficient and safe manner. An

Action Team was created to help guide the study and has been very influential in considering many

elements that have included such items as landscaping, wayfinding signage, pedestrian and bicycle

amenities, transit, intersections, ADA concerns, utilities, drainage and several other infrastructure

improvements. The study is anticipated to be completed in mid‐2014. Recommendations will move

forward through the project prioritization process as appropriate or other funding mechanisms. Two

Complete Street projects are already being implemented along or near SR A1A at Minuteman

Causeway in Cocoa Beach and Ridgewood in Cape Canaveral (see Task 5.0).

In FY 14, FDOT initiated the Malabar Road PD&E Study. This study is looking at what types of

potential improvements could be implemented from the section between Babcock Street to US 1.

Considerations include how to address bicycle and pedestrian issues along with crossing of the

railroad. The study is anticipated to be completed in early 2015.

The Viera Company, a private corporation, is coordinating with FDOT,

Brevard County, and the TPO on the Viera Blvd. PD&E Interchange study.

Through evaluation of various types of interchanges, the

recommendation at this time is to construct a diverging diamond

interchange, the first of its kind in Florida. This type of intersection

minimizes conflicts and has been successfully implemented in other states

and in Europe.

In FY 14, FDOT’s Future Corridors Pilot Study for planning future major

transportation corridors critical to the state’s economic competitiveness

and quality of life was initiated. The pilot study area for the Space Coast TPO is included in the

Tampa Bay to Central Florida and the Space Coast pilot study. The study will explore ways to

connect southeast Orange County to the Central Brevard area. This area is anticipated to have

significant growth over the next 50 years. This activity is covered under Task 1.3 as it is a regional

planning initiative.

Methodology:

Continue coordination with FDOT, consultants, local governments and the public on the

development and management of corridor studies that evaluate area travel demands and impact of

alternative routes.

Diverging Diamond

Interchange Concept for

Viera Bld. at I‐95.


Work shall include participation in consultant selection, project status meetings, conference calls,

preliminary work product reviews, participation on technical advisory committees, research and

consultant relations. The TPO will continue to participate in the following planning and design

studies: Interstate 95 new interchanges, St. Johns Heritage Parkway and Interchanges, Babcock

Street at US 192 intersection, Babcock Street at Malabar intersection, SR A1A, US 1, Barnes Blvd.,

Apollo Blvd. Extension, Malabar Road.

In FY 15, the FDOT will be funding corridor planning studies at various locations. These corridor studies

will evaluate safety and modal improvements. Proposed corridors include: SR 3 (Courtenay Pkwy), SR

406 (Garden St), SR 518 (Eau Gallie Blvd), SR 519 (Fiske Blvd), SR 520 (EB/WB King St), SR 5054 (Sarno

Rd), and US 1 (Washington Ave).

It should be noted that planning funds programmed for this task are for the TPOs participation and

coordination role in the specific studies. The funding for the actual studies is administered by FDOT

using state or federal funds. Work products are typically planning level study documents. Public

involvement and participation is included in all studies.

Work Products:

• US 192 Feasibility Study Phase III ......................July 2014

• SR A1A Corridor Study ......................July 2014

• Ellis Rd. and Northern Interchange PD&E ......................July – Oct 2014

• Ellis Rd. and Northern Interchange Design ......................July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination and support of corridor projects ......................July 2014 – June 2016

• Design phases of Parkway Interchanges ......................July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination and support of corridor projects ......................July 2014 – June 2016


Purpose: To plan for the improvement of transportation facilities through optimizing system

operations which enhance and promote safety conscious planning and security throughout the

transportation network.


In FY 14, the TPO began an Annual Performance Monitoring Program that encompasses many

existing tasks that are inter‐related under one program. The program consist of the collection of

traffic counts and the website maintenance of the counts, the maintenance of the web based crash

data location system, the new countywide safety evaluation report, all of which feed into the annual

State of the System Report. Beginning in FY 15 the TPO will be utilizing SU funds to cover the

expenses associated with conducting these program tasks on an annual basis. The collection of

traffic counts and maintenance of the counts and crash system are covered under Task 2.0,

Transportation Data Compilation and Distribution.

Each year the TPO undertakes the development of a State of the System Report through their

general planning consultant. The study provides a technical analysis of Brevard’s transportation

network and level of service functionality. Roadway segments are then ranked based upon technical

criteria which are used to assist in the yearly development of the TPO’s project priorities.

Demographic trends and transit usage are also included in the report.

In FY 13 the TPO conducted a Request for Proposal to solicit for consultant services to develop an

Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Master Plan. The TPO identified a selection committee to

review and rank the submitted proposals. Five total firms submitted proposals with three firms

being shortlisted by the selection committee. The highest ranking firm, Metric Engineering, was

recommended and approved by the TPO in November 2013. Key tasks of the Plan include

developing Goals and Objectives, and an ITS Vision for Brevard. Documentation of existing

conditions and infrastructure will be conducted along with identifying ITS needs and applicable


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $60,000 $60,000 $120,000TPO SU $583,677 $36,936 $620,613FTA $15,000 $19,706 $34,706FTA Match $1,875 $2,462 $4,337TOTAL $660,552 $119,104 $779,656

TASK TITLE:

Management Operations and Security

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


strategies, a regional architecture, concept of operations and a prioritized list of ITS projects for

consideration and implementation. The kick‐off for the plan was conducted in April 2014 with the

completion of the plan anticipated in early 2015. The total cost for the master plan is $270,000 and

is funded using the TPO’s SU funds.

TPO staff continues to be involved with the Community Traffic Safety Team and Traffic Incident

Management Committees. In FY 13 these two committees decided to hold combined meetings

every other month to allow for a better exchange of information and ideas.

In FY 14, the TPO initiated the development of an annual Countywide Safety Evaluation Report

utilizing the TPO’s and state crash database systems. The report summarizes the number, severity,

type, time of day and other sorting factors available through the systems. The analysis also

considers the eight Strategic Highway Safety Plan emphasis areas as part of the identification of

potential locations that may benefit from further analysis and safety improvements. The safety

scoring criteria was also updated in the State of the System Report using the analysis. This report

will be conducted on an annual basis as part of the overall Annual Safety and Planning Program.

TPO staff annually participates in the states hurricane exercise, locally held at the Brevard

Emergency Operations Center in Rockledge. During exercises and events staff provides information

and coordination support for the safety and security of the transportation network. This activity is

also covered under Task 1.4.

Methodology:

The Space Coast TPO Congestion Management System (CMS) plan lays out a process for an annual

cycle of data collection, congestion analysis, improvement identification, prioritization and

performance monitoring. This process is compiled into the State of the System (SOS) report as part

of the TPOs Annual Performance Monitoring Program. The CMS builds upon previous TPO, FDOT,

SCAT and local government efforts in congestion management, data collection, intergovernmental

coordination and cooperative project identification. Consultant services are used to develop the

annual SOS and beginning in FY 15 will be funded with the TPO’s SU and FTA funds (approximately

$40,000 SU and $10,000 FTA annually).

The SOS report also allows the TPO to monitor its overall air quality ozone rating. In the event new

attainment levels are approved and Brevard is found to be in non‐attainment, the LRTP will need to

be updated in include conformity measures. Amendments as necessary, to various TPO documents

will be conducted to address non‐attainment processes and strategies. The Space Coast TPO has

always been found in attainment to date.


The TPO’s newly developed web based crash data location system allows for greater use of crash

data and crash analysis, which includes types of crashes, severity and causes. The ability to conduct

additional analysis will provide the TPO the opportunity to address safety issues as part of its project

planning. In FY 14, the TPO developed its first annual safety evaluation report. The report was

developed by the TPO’s general planning consultants (This activity is also referenced under Task

2.0). Information contained in the report allows the TPO to identify high crash locations and monitor

the occurrence of the eight Strategic Highway Safety Plan emphasis areas. Information from the

safety report will be annually incorporated into the SOS to provide the safety score that is used as

one of the seven scoring elements in ranking corridors.

In FY 15, the TPO, through the use of the TPO’s SU funds, will conduct a follow‐up study to the

above safety report on those corridors ranking high in crashes and severity and will include all crash

types. Field audits will be conducted and countermeasures developed specific for each corridor.

Systemic countermeasures may also be identified if appropriate. Improvements will be categorized

as short‐term (maintenance activity), mid‐term (can be included in an upcoming improvement

project) and long term improvements (need to be added to work program).

The FDOT has identified pedestrian safety as an emphasis area for 2014. TPO’s have been asked to

develop or further implement a Pedestrian Safety Action Plan in an effort to help reduce bicycle and

pedestrian crashes. As part of the above annual safety report, emphasis will include bicycle and

pedestrian data and analysis. Any countermeasures identified will be addressed under appropriate

UPWP tasks. Also, in FY 15, if appropriate, a work order will be issued to one of the TPO’s general

planning consultants to develop a Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Action Program that analysis in

detail the vulnerable road user crashes identified as part of the Safety Plan.

In FY 14 the TPO initiated the development of an Intelligent Transportation System Master Plan with

Metric Engineering. Key tasks of the Plan include developing Goals and Objectives, and an ITS Vision

for Brevard. Documentation of existing conditions and infrastructure will be conducted along with

identifying ITS needs and applicable strategies, a regional architecture, concept of operations and a

prioritized list of ITS projects for consideration and implementation. The kick‐off for the plan was

conducted in April 2014 with the completion of the plan anticipated in early 2015. The integration of

Transportation Systems Management and Operation (TSM&O) applications will be included in the

final documentation. The total cost for the master plan is $270,000 and is funded using the TPO’s SU

funds.

TPO staff will continue to support the Brevard County Emergency Management Department through

participation in the annual Hurricane Exercise and will also provide staff support during declared


emergencies at the Emergency Operations Center in Rockledge. During exercises and events staff

provides information and coordination support for the safety and security of the transportation

network. This activity is also covered under Task 1.4.

Work Products:

• Annual State of the System ................. Feb – Sept 2014, 2015 & 2016

• Annual Monitoring of Air Quality Ozone Reading ................. Sept 2014 & 2015

• Crash Data Location System ................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Annual Safety Report ................. March – June 2015 & 2016

• Ped/Bike Safety Action Program ................. April 2015 – February 2016

• High Crash Corridor Analysis ................. May 2015 – February 2016

• Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety Action Program ................. May – Dec 2015

• Advanced Traffic Management System Support ................. July 2014 – June 2016

• ITS Master Plan ................. Jan 2014 ‐Mar 2015

• Emergency Operations Support ................. As needed


Task 6.0 Public Involvement

SECTION 6 PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT


Purpose: To enhance public participation in the transportation planning process by providing

appropriate opportunities for input, development and dissemination of information utilizing various

types of media.


In FY 13 the TPO coordinated with Clear Channel and launched its first safety message on their

digital billboards. These billboards run along I‐95, US 1 and other high visibility areas throughout

Brevard County. The messages include education about texting while driving, walking alert, and the

3ft Bicycle law. In addition, to billboards the same messages have been aired on public radio

channel WFIT FM 89.5.

TPO staff participated in recorded news interviews on general project planning, bicycle access, and

trail projects. These interviews were run on Florida Today’s news site making them accessible to the

public. In addition, Florida Today has printed news about the TPO’s upcoming meetings in the “local

briefs” section of the paper to further draw the public’s attention to current planning activities.

In FY 13 and FY 14 TPO staff made presentations at public venues that included Chambers of

Commerce, Homeowners’ associations, and numerous public meetings relating to specific

transportation projects. TPO staff responds to and provides comments and information for media

articles, and all public inquiries as well. TPO Board meetings continue to be televised live on local

Space Coast Government Television, and a link from Brevard County Government’s home website is

also available for the public to access TPO information. Meeting agendas, materials and minutes are

posted on the TPO’s website. Electronic newsletters have been produced along with informational

brochures, and annual reports of the TPO’s activities and work products.

In FY 13 the TPO adopted a social media policy and launched an account on Facebook

as another way to get information about projects and programs out to the public.


FY 15 FY 16 TotalPL $87,784 $70,000 $157,784TPO SU $109,508 $0 $109,508FTA $22,400 $22,400 $44,800FTA Match $2,800 $2,800 $5,600TOTAL $222,492 $95,200 $317,692

TASK TITLE:

Public Involvement

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


As part of the TPO’s Strategic Plan, reports are developed and presented at monthly TAC/CAC and

TPO meetings to keep the members informed on staff’s progress as well as to let the public know

more about what activities are being worked on.

In FY 14 the TPO’s Public Participation Plan was updated and revised to be more user friendly for the

public. The Plan provides clear information on how the public may participate in the process and

what types of outreach mechanisms the TPO uses to promote transportation planning. Figure 5 is an

excerpt from the plan that provides many methods on how to get involved, both text and visual

icons are used to improve comprehension and understanding.

As part of development of the Long Range Transportation Plan the TPO organized and held its first

Transportation Symposium in October 2013, and conducted a community on‐line survey. The public

outreach specific to the 2040 LRTP is covered under Task 4.0, Long Range Transportation Planning.

In FY 14 the TPO selected the website design firm of eWareness to design a new, more user friendly

TPO website. The new design will be built with the goal to attract the public to stop, look, and learn

about the TPO. The emphasis will be ease of use, providing timely and informative data on projects

and programs, have a customer feedback form, a youth education section, bicycle safety event

registration form, as well as provide links to additional information related to projects. Completion

of the website is anticipated by July 1, 2015 with additional enhancements to continue as needed.

The TPO has adopted a formal Title VI and Limited English Proficiency Plan (LEPP) policies. A

complaint policy that includes the process of how to file a complaint is also available. In FY 14 these

policies were moved and prominently displayed for viewing or downloading from the TPO’s website

home page.

Methodology:

TPO will continue efforts to reach the public regarding all of its projects and programs through

additional use of electronic media, social media, the news, frequent participation in public

information forums including Chamber of Commerce, homeowners’ association, city council, and

public meetings relating to transportation multi‐modal projects. Responding to media requests for

information, public inquiries and requests for assistance with problems, and public speaking

requests will continue.

TPO Board meetings will continue to be televised, when available, through Brevard County’s Space

Coast Government Television. Opportunities for interviews on special

projects or programs will continue to be sought. Meeting notices will be


posted on the TPO website, and El Playero (Spanish newspaper).

In FY 15, the TPO anticipates launching a new community outreach program. This program will

include presenting to local municipalities, modal agencies and business organizations advising and

educating on what the TPO is and all of the services that the TPO can provide. Pending funding and

staffing resources the TPO also wishes to begin holding trail and education walks; tour guided rides

and other engaging activities. Part of this program may also include development of a customer

satisfaction and feedback element. Details will be made available once the program is fully

developed. This activity is also covered under Task 1.4, Local Coordination and Planning.

In FY 15, TPO staff will monitor the use and feedback from the newly designed website to gauge

effectiveness and identify additional improvements that may increase usage. Pending funding

availability, the TPO will seek to develop and implement an on‐line trail/bike route map. The TPO

would utilize consulting services to conduct this activity which is anticipated to cost approximately

$100,000 depending on level of detail. Funding for this activity is being covered by SU funds. Funds

were made available after researching the what would be needed to update the TPO’s Community

Characteristics (Task 2.0) and it was determined that activity can be covered by TPO staff in

coordination and utilization of the FDOT’s ETDM program.

*Note: Public Involvement activities on project specific studies are covered under the specific task

that they are listed under.

Work Products:

• Distribution of documents and informational materials ................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Creation of New TPO website ................. Jan 14 – May 15

• Maintain TPO website ................. July 2014 – June 2016

• Youth Education Section on website ................. Oct 2015

• On‐line trail/bike route map ................. Aug 2015 – Sept 2016

• Development of Community Outreach Program ................. July – Dec 2014

• Launch of Community Outreach Program ................. Jan 2015

• Annual Review of Public Participation Plan ................. Dec 2014 & 2015


Figure 5 – Excerpt from Adopted Public Participation Plan

HOW TO GET INVOLVED IN SPACE COAST TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

CALL US 321-690-6890 during normal business hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

WRITE TO US Space Coast TPO, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg B Melbourne, FL, 32940

EMAIL US General Inquiries: [email protected] Public Involvement/Media: [email protected] Title IV/Limited English Proficiency: [email protected] Website/Facebook: [email protected]

VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.spacecoasttpo.com

COME TO AN EVENT The SCTPO participates in special events throughout the county and hosts workshops for citizens to learn about projects where they work and live. Visit the SCTPO website at www.spacecoasttpo.com to learn more.

PARTICIPATE IN PERSON Make a public comment at a SCTPO board or committee meeting OR Visit the SCTPO, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg B, Melbourne

VOLUNTEER Contact your local city council representative or your county commissioner to serve as a representative on a SCTPO committee or contact [email protected] for more information


Task 7.0 Pathways Project Planning

7.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program

7.2 Transit Planning and Studies

Section 7 – Systems Planning

SECTION 7 PROGRAM PLANNING


Purpose: To implement Comprehensive Bicycle, Pedestrian and Trail Plans through coordination

with local agencies and municipalities.


Significant work has been completed on the continued implementation of the TPOs Greenways and

Trails Master Plan. Florida’s Governor Rick Scott attended the ground breaking for the East Central

Florida Rail Trail in December 2013 to announce that the trail was fully funded for design and

construction. The Brevard Zoo trail held its ground breaking ceremony in early 2013 with

construction completed in early 2014. The Al Tuttle Trail completed another segment of

construction, and the PD&E for the Kennedy Space Center Loop trail is underway. Support for the

Coast to Coast Trail continues and was prioritized as a regional priority (see task 1.3).

In FY 13 the TPO’s general planning consultant completed development of the Bicycle and

Pedestrian Mobility Plan. The plan includes updated GIS layers for bicycles, pedestrian and trail

facilities, review and identification of sidewalk gaps, criteria for screening and ranking potential

projects both for short and long term implementation. Typical sections, wayfinding guidelines and

policy review were also conducted. The TPO’s BPTAC committee along with representatives from

local municipalities acted as the steering committee for the plan. The TPO conducted public

meetings to solicit input and comments on the plan. The accessibility index created to identify areas

that represented high potential for biking and walking needs was also used in the Complete Streets

Methodology and Project Screening study developed under Task 5.0.

In FY 13 TPO staff and FDOT staff worked diligently with local bicycle clubs and residents to launch

the Bicycle Access on Limited Highway program on the Pineda Causeway. There was an in depth

interview between staff and Florida Today news and a filmed live actual riding across the Pineda

Causeway done by Florida Today to make the public aware of this new pilot program.



TASK TITLE:

Pathways Project Planning

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


In FY 14 the TPO adopted into its operational policy the Bicycle, Pedestrian and Trails Committee

(BPTAC) as a formal committee which clarified the structure and responsibilities of the community

based group.

With the adoption of MAP‐21 a major change was made to the Safe Routes to School grant

program. All grants for Enhancements, Recreational trail, Scenic byway, and Safe Routes to School

grants were combined into the Transportation Alternatives Grant program. All applicants will now

be seeking funding from one source of funds. In FY 14, the TPO developed and utilized a new scoring

and ranking criteria to prioritize Transportation Alternatives projects. Prioritization is covered under

Task 3.0, Transportation Improvement Program.

The TPO and its staff have continued to coordinate with Brevard County School Board, Brevard

County and local municipalities through the Safe School Access Committee. This committee

convenes when needed to conduct field studies on the safety aspects of getting to and from schools.

Methodology:

In FY 14, the TPO adopted its Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan. The plan identifies criteria to be

used to evaluate potential bike/ped projects. Project implementation is identified over the short

and long term. Cost estimates for the projects were also developed. The BPTAC will be reviewing

and discussing the projects and identifying an implementation and funding plan. In FY 15 a map of

the existing and proposed network will be produced to help guide the implementation of the full

plan.

Coordination and work activities related to participation and support of the Federal Safe Routes to

School program, now under the Transportation Alternatives program will continue. Participation

and coordination of the Safe School Access Committee will also continue.

The FDOT has identified pedestrian safety as an emphasis area for 2014. Florida has been ranked in

the top five states in regards to pedestrian and bicyclist deaths over the past decade. TPO’s have

been asked to develop of further implement a Pedestrian Safety Action Plan in an effort to help

reduce bicycle and pedestrian crashes. As part of the annual Safety Evaluation Report and State of

the System Reports, any improvements and/or programs identified will be implemented.

Coordination with the school board and local municipalities through the Safe School Access

Committee to address the safety of children walking to and from school and school bus stops will

continue.


TPO staff support and coordination of the TPO’s Bicycle, Pedestrian and Trails Committee will

continue. Agenda preparation, filing of minutes, mailing of agenda packages, meeting room set‐up,

posting of meeting notices on the TPO website and member coordination. Nominations and

presentation of annual BPTAC awards will continue. Award categories include Education,

Enforcement, Community Partnership, Engineering, Encouragement, “Get on a Trail”, and Lifetime

Achievement.

Continue to implement the Brevard County Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans through

coordination with local law enforcement agencies, school officials, the media, engineers, planners

and municipalities. Participate as appropriate in programs that encourage the use of bicycle and

pedestrian activities as an alternative travel mode. Coordinate with Space Coast Area Transit

regarding intermodal opportunities between bicycle/pedestrian facilities and transit. Continue

coordination and review of County site plans for provision of bicycle and pedestrian facilities.

Continue coordination with the Brevard County Public Works department on design and

implementation of sidewalk facilities.

The FDOT pilot project to allow bicycles on limited access facilities, the Pineda Causeway in Brevard,

will be completed in FY 16. Results of the pilot project will be developed and follow‐up actions will

be conducted based upon final recommendations. Education and awareness of the project will

continue.

Continue to coordinate and implement trails. On‐going trail projects include: East Central Florida

Regional Rail Trail, North Merritt Island Pioneer Trail, SR A1A Trail, Brevard Zoo Trail, Al Tuttle Trail,

St. Johns River Heritage Trail, Coast to Coast Trail, and KSC Sea Loop Trail.

Work Products:

• Continue coordination to implement bicycle/pedestrian/trail facilities ... July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination of Pilot Project allowing bicycles on Pineda Causeway ....... July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination and Management of BPTAC ....................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Annual BPTAC Recognition Awards ....................... April 2015 & 2016

• Implement Bike/Ped Mobility Plan ....................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Develop existing/planned facilities map ....................... July 2014 – Feb 2015

• Implement Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans ....................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Pedestrian Safety Countermeasures ....................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Continue Safe School Access Evaluations ....................... July 2014 – June 2016


Purpose: To provide education and training to the residents of Brevard County on bicycle and

pedestrian safety and other alternative modes of transportation such as transit.


The TPO is a supporter and participant in the Federal Safe Routes to School program. In FY 13 the TPO’s

“Feet Not Fuel” safety education website, acquired through a Safe Routes to School grant, was chosen

to be used in conjunction with the Commit2B Fit program curriculum being taught in Brevard County

Public schools.

In 2012, TPO staff conducted its biennial school travel survey in coordination with Brevard County

School Board. The survey was conducted electronically and included questions on which method of

transportation is used for getting to schools, use of a helmet which bicycling, seat belt usage, etc. The

2012 survey results reflected a new trend of bicycle helmet usage declining.

In FY 13 the TPO received 2 new trailers, and multiple bicycles which are being used to expand the

outreach of the bicycle safety education program. In addition the TPO received another $2,000 grant

from Florida Traffic Safety which was used to repair and perform maintenance on the bicycle program

equipment, and to purchase equipment. The Space Coast TPO continues to be a recipient of donated

helmets which are given out to low income families.

In FY 13 through the coordinated efforts of TPO staff the first “Walking School Bus” program was

instituted at Stevenson Elementary. In FY 15 TPO staff will be working to expand this program to other

schools.

Methodology:

Through coordination efforts with Space Coast Area Transit, the TPO continues to promote alternative

modes of transportation including transit and the use of bikes on buses program. In addition the TPO



TASK TITLE:

Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO


supports and participates in the National Walk Your Child to School Day and National Bike to School

Day.

In FY 15, staff will coordinate with Brevard County schools to conduct a biennial travel survey which

counts how school age children get to school. The biennial survey is used to determine how various

education programs are working and where to potentially target special programs to help encourage

helmet or seat belt usage.

TPO staff will work to expand the new Walking School Bus program to other appropriate schools where

the program could be implemented and supported.

Continue to implement the Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Plans through a strong public

information and education program with an emphasis on school age children. Bicycle rodeos will

continue to be conducted at Brevard County schools and local community groups and organizations.

Continue to train physical education teachers, community leaders and law enforcement staff in

bicycle/pedestrian safety and use of transit as another alternative form of transportation. Continue

support and coordination of the school crossing guard program as necessary.

The FDOT has identified pedestrian safety as an emphasis area for 2014. Florida has been ranked in the

top five states in regards to pedestrian and bicyclist deaths over the past decade. TPO’s have been

asked to develop and further implement a Pedestrian Safety Action Plan in an effort to help reduce

bicycle and pedestrian crashes. The Space Coast TPO has a strong history of supporting its Bicycle and

Pedestrian program and will continue to do so in the future (see Tasks 7.0 and 7.1). As part of the

annual State of the System Report (covered under Task 5.2) statistics and trends on bicycle and

pedestrian safety are included. As part of the TPO’s new Countywide Safety Evaluation Report, initiated

in FY 14, the TPO will be including safety statistics and trends related specifically to bicycle and

pedestrians. This annual report will be used as the process to identify locations and potential behaviors

that can be used to develop countermeasures designed to eliminate them. Any education measures

identified will be incorporated into the bicycle and pedestrian safety education program. Other

measures will be addressed as they are identified.

Work Products:

• Pedestrian Safety Countermeasures .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Commit 2B Fit .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Annual National Walk to School Day .................... Fall 2014 & 2015

• Annual Bike to School Day .................... Spring 2015 & 2016

• School Travel Survey .................... Fall 2014


• Safe Routes to School Program .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Bicycle Rodeo Education Program .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Bike/Ped Education .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Helmet Distribution Program .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Walking School Program expansion .................... Fall 2014


Purpose: To support transit development programs and encourage use of transit system.


The TPO is the Designated Official Planning Agency (DOPA) for Brevard and as such, a TPO member

serves as the Chairman of the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board. Space Coast

Area Transit has been appointed as the community transportation coordinator for Brevard County.

Reports of the TDLCB committee meetings are provided to the TPO Board.

SCAT items are routinely included in the TPO E‐news and the Director of SCAT serves on the

Technical Advisory Committee and provides updates on transit activities and programs. Transit

considerations are incorporated in corridor studies, planning studies and the Long Range

Transportation Plan. Each year transit trends are included as part of the State of the System Report.

(See Task 5.2)

The Commuter Assistance Program was transferred to the Florida Department of Transportation

and has been branded reThink. The goals of the program are to promote alternative modes of

transportation, relieve traffic congestions, improve air quality and conserve resources.

In FY 13 the Space Coast Area Transit completed an update to the 2013‐2022 Transit Development

Plan (TDP). The TDP serves as the vision for transit in Brevard County over the next ten years and

was prepared in accordance with the TDO Rule 14‐17.001, which was formally adopted by the FDOT

on February 20, 2007. Major updates must be conducted every five years and the plan requires a

separate public involvement plan, and opportunities for review and comment during the

development of the mission, goals, objectives, alternatives, and 10‐year implementation program.

TPO staff participated as part of a steering committee throughout the plans development. The TDP

is a resource used by the TPO in various plans including the Long Range Plan.

In FY 13 SCAT initiated an ADA Assessment and Transition Plan Project of routes and bus stops. The

purpose of the study was to address SCAT’s interest in improving access, security, and operations at


FY 15 FY 16 TotalFTA (5305(d)) $1,200 $4,000 $5,200FTA (5307) $330,000 $330,000 $660,000FDOT $41,250 $41,250 $82,500FTDC $30,834 $30,834 $61,668FTA Match $41,400 $41,750 $83,150TOTAL $444,684 $447,834 $892,518

TASK TITLE:

Transit Planning and Studies

RESPONSIBLE AGENCY:

Space Coast TPO, Space Coast Area

Transit


its bus stops and facilities throughout the system, as well as providing enhanced amenities for its

passengers. The project is being conducted in phases with the inventory of facilities being

completed in early 2014. Other phases include the identification and prioritization of improvements

to address accessibility, security, operations, and passenger comfort issues. The final phase is the

development of a phasing plan to implement the improvements based on anticipated funding

and/or resources available over time. The SCAT bus stop and facility accessibility analysis will

provide a comprehensive and detailed assessment of SCAT’s bus stops and facilities as they relate to

compliance with the ADA and FAC requirements. The final results and recommendations are

anticipated to be completed in June, 2014. Implementation and follow‐up activities will be

conducted over the next few years.

Section 5316 funds continued to provide evening and weekend service on the Space Coast Area

Transit fixed route network to provide low income individuals greater access to employment and

employment locations. Section 5317 funds provided paratransit service beyond ADA requirements

through two subrecipients: Space Coast Early Intervention Center and Brevard Alzheimer’s

Foundation.

Methodology:

TPO staff will continue to meet with SCAT staff to discuss specific project status. Monitor legislative

and other agency activities relating to transit issues.

The TPO will develop and implement short term and long term transit improvement strategies

based on the findings of the Transit Development Plan and bus stop survey.

On an ongoing basis, Space Coast Area Transit surveys transit routes, reviews boardings and

alightings at strategic locations, identifies locations suitable for bus shelters or other transit

infrastructure. In FY 15 and FY 16 coordination between SCAT and the TPO will be initiated to follow‐

up on the implementation of the findings from the ADA Assessment and Transition Plan Project.

Continue to coordinate with Space Coast Area Transit and assist on certain task orders to be

performed by consultant services when appropriate. Transit studies will recommend operational

improvements to the transit system, which, when implemented, are intended to encourage use of

the public transportation system. Other studies may include analysis of the economic impact of the

provision of specific transit services and routes.

Continue a cooperative effort with Space Coast Area Transit regarding transportation disadvantaged

planning and consider the needs of the transportation disadvantaged in the development of the


Transportation Improvement Program. Assist SCAT in meeting provisions of transportation

disadvantaged legislation as required in Florida Statutes Chapter 427 Rules 41‐2. SCAT has been

designated the Community Transportation Coordinator. Continue to disseminate information

regarding the transportation disadvantaged program and participate in TDLCB meetings, reporting

back to TPO Board on a quarterly basis.

In FY 15 and FY 16, TPO staff will coordinate with SCAT on the integration of transit needs and

services within the 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan.

In FY 15, SCAT will utilize Section 5339 grant funds (Bus and Bus Facilities Program) in support of

capital only purchases of its program. Section 5339 is a capital‐only program and funds are limited

to capital projects to replace, rehabilitate, and purchase buses and bus‐related equipment, and to

construct bus‐related facilities. These funds are anticipated to be used to procure new buses and

vans.

Continue to consider transit services and needs in development of plans and corridor studies.

Specific corridor studies are covered under Task 5.1, and include but are not limited to US 1,

Malabar Road PD&E, Viera Blvd. PD&E Interchange and the St. Johns Heritage Parkway and

Interchanges. Transit is also considered a major component of Complete Streets and will be

addressed in the TPO Complete Streets projects as appropriate.

In FY15 and FY16, Space Coast Area Transit will conduct a Comprehensive Operational Analysis

(COA) of the SCAT’s fixed route service. This analysis will describe current SCAT services as a key

initial step to determine how adequately SCAT’s services perform in meeting the transportation

needs of both existing and potential customers. Second, the analysis will determine the

effectiveness and efficiency of individual routes. Third, it will make recommendations to address

unmet needs and unserved markets. Fourth, it will identify a methodology for ongoing evaluation of

the fixed route system. Fifth, it will describe any organizational or institutional practices which have

a significant effect (either positively or negatively) on transit service. The overall goal of the COA is

to ensure that SCAT is providing the most efficient and effective bus service to Brevard County. The

route structure and stop level analyses will determine if system modifications should be made to

improve ridership potential while maintaining or decreasing financial impacts. Staff will participate

in meetings and conferences, administer the funding, and review all invoices provided by the

consultant.

Space Coast Area Transit will conduct a major rewrite of the Transit Development Plan as required

and directed by Florida Administrative Rule 14‐73 in FY16. Space Coast Area Transit will also


conduct the required yearly updates to the Transit Development Plan as required in Rule 14‐73.

Passenger survey(s) will also be conducted as a task order in both the Comprehensive Operations

Analysis and the Transit Development Plan.

In FY15, Space Coast Area Transit will conduct and compile a Transportation Disadvantaged Service

Plan in accordance to the rules of the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged.

Work Products:

• Attendance and participation on TDLCB .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Coordination and support of SCAT activities and programs ................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Annual transit trend analysis in State of System Report .................... Mar – Sept, 2014, 2015 & 2016

• Implementation of ADA Assessment and Transition Plan .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Implementation of Section 5339 grant funds .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Transit integration into 2040 LRTP .................... July 14 – Sept 15

• Integration of transit in Complete Streets projects .................... July 2014 – June 2016

• Comprehensive Operational Analysis Study .................... Oct 14 – Dec 15


Table 1A. Summary Budget, Agency Participation for FY 15

Table 1B. Summary Budget, Funding Source for FY 15

Table 2A. Summary Budget, Agency Participation for FY 16

Table 2B. Summary Budget, Funding Source for FY 16

Table 3. FTA Section 5305(d) Deliverables for FY 15 and FY 16

Table 4. Transportation Planning Studies Summary

Table 5A. Proposed UPWP Work Schedule for FY 15

Table 5B. Proposed UPWP Work Schedule for FY 16

Table 6. Federal MAP‐21 Planning Factors

Table 7. UPWP Tasks Strategic Plan Goals

TABLES


Table 1A: Summary Budget, Agency Participation for FY 15; Adopted May 8, 2014

Amended 10/9/2014; 2/12/2015; 3/12/2015; 5/15/2015; 7/9/2015; Modified 11‐18‐2014; 4‐7‐2015; 6‐22‐2015; 9‐15‐2015

*Task 5.0, Local funds include $15,000 provide by Canaveral Port Authority for Rail Station Location Study.

Task Description

Federal

Funds (PL

& FTA)

PL Only

(Consultant)

FTA Only

(Consultant)

SU Only

(Consultant) FDOT

Brevard

County

(Local)

SCTPO

(SU) Total

1.0 Program Management $346,000 $7,750 $42,436 $396,186

1.1 Annual Reporting, Cert. & Programming $38,000 $1,000 $800 $39,800

1.2 Annual Audit $8,000 $19,450 $4,550 $500 $32,500

1.3 Regional/State Planning & Coord. $40,000 $1,200 $41,200

1.4 Local Coordination & Planning $17,000 $16,593 $1,200 $34,793

1.5 FDOT ‐ FTA State Match $23,407 $23,407

FDOT ‐ PL State Soft Match $186,321 $186,321

2.0 Transportation Data Compilation & Dist. $40,053 $10,000 $10,000 $63,145 $21,882 $4,500 $149,580

3.0 Transportation Improvement Program $24,000 $500 $2,500 $27,000

4.0 Long Range Transportation Planning $46,000 $2,000 $5,000 $146,888 $67,200 $1,625 $268,713

5.0 Multi‐Modal Project Planning $90,000 $316,117 $16,875* $7,500 $430,492

5.1 Corridor Studies $22,000 $250 $800 $23,050

5.2 Management Operations, Safety & Security $45,000 $20,000 $10,000 $508,787 $1,875 $74,890 $660,552

6.0 Public Involvement $60,184 $50,000 $2,800 $9,508 $122,492

7.0 Pathways Project Planning $44,000 $100,000 $3,000 $1,000 $148,000

7.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program $79,600 $6,200 $1,000 $86,800

7.2 Transit Planning and Studies $1,200 $330,000 $72,084 $41,400 $444,684

TOTALS $901,037 $101,450 $359,550 $1,134,937 $349,012 $122,250 $147,334 $3,115,570


Table 1B: Summary Budget, Funding Source for FY 15; Adopted May 8, 2014;

Amended 10/9/2014; 2/12/2015; 3/12/2015; 5/14/2015; 7/9/2015; Modified 11/18/2014; 4/7/2015; 6/22/2015; 9/15/2015

FEDERAL STATE LOCAL STP OTHER

Section Section State* Section Section SCTPO

TASK NO. DESCRIPTION PL 5305(d) 5307 Match 5305(d) 5307 SU Other Source TOTAL1.0 Program Management $332,000 $14,000 $1,750 $42,436 $6,000 BOCC $396,186 1.1 Annual Reporting, Cert. and Programming $30,000 $8,000 $1,000 $800 $39,800 1.2 Annual Audit $28,000 $4,000 $500 $32,500 1.3 Regional/State Planning and Coordination $40,000 $1,200 $41,200 1.4 Local Coordination and Planning $17,000 $1,200 $16,593 BOCC $34,793 1.5 FDOT - FTA State M atch $23,407 $23,407

FDOT - PL 112 State Soft M atch $186,321 $186,321

2.0 Transportation Data Compilation and Distribution $45,000 $15,053 $1,882 $4,500 $20,000 BOCC $86,435 Traff ic Counts & Program Maintenance $45,520 $45,520 Crash Web Based Program Maintenance $17,625 $17,625

3.0 Transportation Improvement Program $20,000 $4,000 $500 $2,500 $27,0004.0 Long Range Transportation Planning $40,000 $13,000 $1,625 $67,200 FDOT** $121,825

2040 LRTP $146,888 $146,8885.0 Multi-Modal Project Planning $75,000 $15,000 $1,875 $7,500 $99,375

Complete Streets Feasibility Studies $316,117 $316,117 Rail Station Location Study $15,000 Port $15,000

5.1 Corridor Studies $20,000 $2,000 $250 $800 $23,050 5.2 Management Operations, Safety and Security $60,000 $15,000 $1,875 $74,890 $151,765

State of the System Report $69,210 $69,210 Safety Evaluation Report $184,826 $184,826 ITS Master Plan*** $134,833 $134,833 High Crash Corridor Analysis $119,918 $119,918

6.0 Public Involvement $87,784 $22,400 $2,800 $9,508 $122,4927.0 Pathw ays Project Planning $20,000 $24,000 $3,000 $1,000 $48,000

Interactive Trail Guide $100,000 $100,000 7.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program $30,000 $49,600 $6,200 $1,000 $86,800 7.2 Transit Planning and Studies $1,200 $330,000 $41,250 $150 $41,250 $30,834 FTDC $444,684

TOTAL $844,784 $187,253 $330,000 $250,978 $23,407 $41,250 $1,282,271 $155,627 $3,115,570

FY 2014/15 PL Allocation $641,450

Carryforward from prior year $30,000De-obligation from FY 13 $173,334

Estimated Total PL Funds Available $844,784*For Fiscal Year 2014/15, the FDOT w ill soft match the PL Funds using toll revenue expenditures as a credit tow ard the non-Federal matching share.

The amount identif ied on this line represents the amount of soft match required (both State and Local) for the amount of Federal PL funds requested in this UPWP.

**Task 4.0, FDOT Supplement Funds for 2040 LRTP: $67,200 is estimated balance remaining from FY 14, total funding provided w as $150,000

***Task 5.2, ITS Master Plan, SU Funds: The $134,833 is balance remaining


Table 2A: Summary Budget, Agency Participation for FY 16

Adopted May 8, 2014; Amended 2‐12‐2015; 7‐9‐2015; 10‐8‐2015

*Task 5.0, Local funds include $35,000 provide by Canaveral Port Authority for Rail Station Location Study.

Task Description

Federal

Funds (PL

& FTA)

PL Only

(Consultant)

FTA Only

(Consultant)

SU Only

(Consultant) FDOT

Brevard

County

(Local) Total

1.0 Program Management $316,000 $1,750 $317,750

1.1 Annual Reporting, Cert. & Programming $28,000 $1,000 $29,000

1.2 Annual Audit $8,000 $20,000 $4,000 $500 $32,500

1.3 Regional/State Planning & Coord. $30,000 $30,000

1.4 Local Coordination & Planning $32,000 $18,735 $50,735

1.5 FDOT ‐ FTA State Match $23,116 $23,116

FDOT ‐ PL State Soft Match $169,044 $169,044

2.0 Transportation Data Compilation & Dist. $63,000 $63,064 $31,000 $157,064

3.0 Transportation Improvement Program $40,000 $1,249 $41,249

4.0 Long Range Transportation Planning $24,000 $500 $24,500

5.0 Multi‐Modal Project Planning* $51,450 $36,500 $87,950

5.1 Corridor Studies $34,000 $500 $34,500

5.2 Management Operations, Safety & Security $79,525 $36,936 $2,440 $118,901

6.0 Public Involvement $88,900 $3,500 $2,800 $95,200

7.0 Pathways Project Planning $45,000 $3,125 $48,125

7.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program $80,000 $6,250 $86,250

7.2 Transit Planning and Studies $4,000 $330,000 $72,084 $41,750 $447,834

TOTALS $923,875 $23,500 $334,000 $100,000 $264,244 $148,099 $1,793,718


Table 2B: Summary Budget, Funding Source for FY 16

Adopted May 8, 2014; Amended 2‐12‐2015; 7‐9‐2015; 10‐8‐2015

FEDERAL STATE LOCAL STP OTHER

Section Section State* Section Section SCTPO

TASK NO. DESCRIPTION PL 5305(d) 5307 Match 5305(d) 5307 SU Other Source TOTAL1.0 Program Management $302,000 $14,000 $1,750 $317,750 1.1 Annual Reporting, Cert. and Programming $20,000 $7,819 $977 $28,796 1.2 Annual Audit $28,000 $4,000 $500 $32,500 1.3 Regional/State Planning and Coordination $30,000 $0 $30,000 1.4 Local Coordination and Planning $32,000 $0 $18,735 BOCC $50,735 1.5 FDOT - FTA State M atch $23,116 $0 $23,116

FDOT - PL 112 State Soft M atch $169,043 $0 $169,0432.0 Transportation Data Compilation and Distribution $55,000 $8,000 $1,000 $30,000 BOCC $94,000

Traff ic Counts & Program Maintenance $0 $45,799 $45,799 Crash Web Based Program Maintenance $0 $17,265 $17,265

3.0 Transportation Improvement Program $30,000 $10,000 $1,250 $41,2504.0 Long Range Transportation Planning $20,000 $4,000 $500 $24,5005.0 Multi-Modal Project Planning $39,450 $12,000 $1,500 $52,950

Rail Station Location Study $0 $35,000 Port $35,000 5.1 Corridor Studies $30,000 $4,000 $500 $34,500 5.2 Management Operations, Safety and Security $60,000 $19,706 $2,463 $82,169

State of the System Report $0 $36,936 $36,9366.0 Public Involvement $70,000 $22,400 $2,800 $95,2007.0 Pathw ays Project Planning $20,000 $25,000 $3,125 $48,125 7.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program $30,000 $50,000 $6,250 $86,250 7.2 Transit Planning and Studies $4,000 $330,000 $41,250 $500 $41,250 $30,834 FTDC $447,834

TOTAL $766,450 $184,925 $330,000 $233,409 $23,116 $41,250 $100,000 $114,569 $1,793,718

FY 2015/16 PL Allocation $644,661

Carryforward from FY 14 $40,837

Carryforward from FY 15 $49,804

Non‐recurring PL allocation $31,148 (One‐time allocation from banked funds not needed for new MPO's)

Estimated Total PL Funds Available $766,450*For Fiscal Year 2015/16, the FDOT w ill soft match the PL Funds using toll revenue expenditures as a credit tow ard the non-Federal matching share.

The amount identif ied on this line represents the amount of soft match required (both State and Local) for the amount of Federal PL funds requested in this UPWP.


Table 3: Federal Transit Administration Section 5305(d) Deliverables for FY 2015 and FY 2016

Task No. Description Total FTA 5305(d)

Funding Deliverable Page #’sFY 2015 FY 2016

1.0 Program Management $17,500 $17,500 • FTA FY 15 Section 5305(d) application‐May 2015 • FTA FY 16 Section 5305(d) application‐May 2016 • Administration and submittal of FTA Section 5305(d) invoices and progress reports for FY 14 and FY 15‐ Minimum quarterly • DBE Reports‐Quarterly or as requested

28‐30

1.1 Annual Reporting, Certification and Programming

$10,000 $9,774 • 2014 Annual Report‐Feb 2015 • 2015 Annual Report‐Feb 2016 • 2015 Strategic Plan‐Feb 2015 • 2016 Strategic Plan‐Feb 2016 • Monitoring of FY 15 and FY 16 UPWP, processing of modifications and amendments as necessary‐July 2015 – June 2016 • Development of FY 17‐FY 18 UPWP

31‐32

1.2 Annual Audit $5,000 $5,000 • FY ending September 30, 2014 audit‐May 2015 • FY ending September 30, 2015 audit‐May 2016

33

2.0 Transportation Data Compilation & Distribution

$18,817 $10,000 • Collection of 2014 Traffic Volumes‐Oct thru Dec 2014 • Collection of 2015 Traffic Volumes‐Jan thru Feb and Oct thru Dec 2015 • Collection of 2016 Traffic Volumes‐Jan thru Feb 2016 • 2014 Countywide Safety Report‐July 2015 • 2015 Countywide Safety Report‐July 2016 • Community Characteristics Inventory Report‐ March 2015

42‐44


Table 3: Federal Transit Administration Section 5305(d) Deliverables for FY 2015 and FY 2016 (continued)



3.0 Transportation Improvement Program $5,000 $12,500 • Annual Solicitation of Projects‐March thru June 2015 and 2016 • Project Prioritization‐May thru Sept, 2015 and 2016 • Adoption of annual TIP‐July 2015 and 2016 • Monitoring and Maintenance of TIP including amendments‐July 2014 thru June 2016

46‐47

4.0 Long Range Transportation Planning $16,250 $5,000 • Development of E+C Network‐August 2014 • Development of Cost Feasible Network‐July 2015 • Development of corridor plans‐Nov 2014 • Adoption of 2040 LRTP‐Sept 2015

50‐53

5.0 Multi‐Modal Project Planning $18,750 $15,000 • Support of Space Infrastructure Program‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Support of multi‐modal programs (Rail, Sea, Air and Space)‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Completion of Complete Streets Feasibility Studies‐Nov 2014

55‐57

5.1 Corridor Studies $2,500 $5,000 • SR A1A Corridor Study‐July 2014 • Ellis Rd. and Northern Interchange PD&E‐Aug 2014 • St. Johns Heritage Parkway and Interchanges‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Design phases of Ellis Rd. and Interchanges‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Support of FDOT Corridor Studies‐July 2014 thru June 2016

58‐60




Funding Deliverable Page #FY 2015 FY 2016

5.2 Management Operations, Safety and Security

$18,750 $24,633 • 2013 State of the System Report‐Oct 2014 • 2014 State of the System Report‐Oct 2015 • 2015 State of the System Report‐Oct 2016 • 2014 Countywide Safety Report‐July 2015 • 2015 Countywide Safety Report‐July 2016 • ITS Master Plan‐March 2015 • Web based crash location database support‐July 2014 thru June 2016

61‐64

6.0 Public Involvement $28,000 $28,000 • Distribution of documents and materials‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Creation and launch of new website‐July 2014 • Youth Education section on website‐Oct 2015 • On‐line trail/bike route map‐Sept 2015 • Outreach through social media, newspapers, television, presentations and events‐July 2014 thru June 2016

66‐69

7.0 Pathways Project Planning $30,000 $31,250 • Pineda Causeway Bicycle Pilot Project on Limited Access Highways‐July 2014‐June 2016 • Bike/Ped Trails Recognition Awards‐April 2015 and 2016• Existing/Planned Facilities Map‐Feb 2015 • Implementation of Bike/Ped Mobility Plan‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Continued support and planning of bicycle, pedestrian and trail facilities‐July 2014 thru June 20165

71‐73





7.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Education Program $62,000 $62,500 • Commit 2B Fit Program support and implementation‐ July 2014 thru June 2016 • National Walk to School Day‐Oct 2014 and 2015 • National Bike to School Day‐May 2015 and 2016 • 2014 School Travel Survey‐Oct/Nov 2014 • Bicycle Rodeo Education Program‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Support programs for bike/ped education‐July 2014 thru June 2016

74‐76

7.2 Transit Planning and Studies $1,350 $5,000 • Attendance and participation on TDLCB‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Coordination and support of Space Coast Area Transit activities and programs‐July 2014 thru June 2016 • Annual trend analysis in State of the System Report‐Oct 2014 and 2015 • Integration of transit into 2040 LRTP‐July 2014‐ Sept 2015 • Implementation of ADA Assessment and Transition Plan‐July 2014 thru June 2016

77‐80


Table 4: Transportation Planning Studies Summary

Brevard Urban Area Transportation Planning Studies July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2016

Name Study Area Participating Agencies Anticipated Schedule Project Description

Apollo Boulevard Sarno Rd. to Eau Gallie Blvd. SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, Melbourne

Construction Spring 2014

Widening and extending .865 miles of Apollo Blvd. to intersect with Eau Gallie Blvd.

Babcock St. ( SR 507) Melbourne Ave. to Fee Ave. SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, Melbourne

Construction Underway Major Intersection Improvements

Babcock St. (SR 507) Malabar Rd to Palm Bay Rd. SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, Palm Bay

Design Underway Widen to 6 lanes

Barnes Boulevard Murrell Road to Fiske Blvd. SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, Rockledge

Construction FY 13/14 Add lanes and reconstruct

Ellis Road Wickham to John Rodes Blvd.

SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, Melbourne

PD&E Underway Design FY 13/14

Evaluation of widening from 2 to 4 lanes

Interstate 95 S of Malabar to Brevard County Line

SCTPO, FDOT Construction Underway Widening to six lanes

Interstate 95 South of SR 406 to N of SR 44

SCTPO, FDOT Construction FY underway

Widening to six lanes

Interstate 95 Interchange

Ellis Rd. & St. Johns Heritage Parkway

SCTPO, FDOT, Melbourne Airport, Melbourne, West Melbourne, County

PD&E Underway Design – 60%

Evaluation of new interchange with I‐95 at Ellis Road

Interstate 95 Interchange

North of Micco Rd. & St. Johns Heritage Parkway

SCTPO, FDOT, Palm Bay PD&E underway Design – 60% Construction FY 15/16

Evaluation of new interchange with I‐95 just north of Micco Rd

Malabar Road Babcock St to US 1 SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, Malabar

PD&E Underway Evaluation of potential improvements for corridor


Table 4: Transportation Planning Studies Summary (continued)



US 1 Pine Street to Cidco Road SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, Cocoa

Construction Underway Widening to six lanes

US 192 Intersections Hollywood / Evans Wickham / Minton

SCTPO, FDOT, Brevard County, West Melbourne, Melbourne

Feasibility Study Underway

Detailed analysis for upcoming design phase

East Central Florida Regional Rail Trail

Canaveral Ave to Volusia County Line

SCTPO, FDOT, Titusville, County

Construction FY 13/14 New off road trail facility

Sea Loop Trail Sand Point Park to Volusia County Line

SCTPO, FDOT, Titusville, Wildlife Refuge, KSC

PD&E underway Evaluation of implementing bike Path/trail facility

Washingtonia Ext. West of I‐95 connecting SJHP to Stadium

SCTPO, FDOT, County PD&E FY 13/14 New roadway

SR 501 Clearlake Michigan to Industry SCTPO, FDOT, Cocoa PD&E FY 14/15 Widening/Intersection improvement

SR 3 (Courtenay Pkwy) SR 406 (Garden St) SR 518 (Eau Gallie Blvd) SR 519 (Fiske Blvd) SR 520 (EB/WB King St) SR 5054 (Sarno Rd) US 1 (Washington Ave)

FDOT Corridor Planning Studies

SCTPO, FDOT, County, Titusville, Melbourne, Indian Harbour Beach, Rockledge, Cocoa, Melbourne

Corridor Study FY 14/15 Various improvements to include safety and pedestrian needs


Table 4: Transportation Planning Studies Summary (continued)



Florida Ave Hickory Street Hopkins Street

King to Rosa L Jones New Haven to Nasa SR 50 to US 1

SCTPO, FDOT, Cocoa, Melbourne, Titusville

Feasibility Study FY 14 – FY 15

Evaluation of Complete Street Concepts

Peachtree Street Blake St to Pineda Street SCTPO, FDOT, Cocoa Construction FY 14/15 Complete Street

North Atlantic Ave SR A1A to North City Limits

SCTPO, FDOT, Cape Canaveral

Construction FY 14/15 Complete Street

Minutemen Causeway Cedar Ave to Beach SCTPO, FDOT, Cocoa Bch Construction 14/15 Complete Street


Table 5A: Proposed UPWP Work Schedule for FY 15

PROPOSEDUPWPPLANNINGWORKSCHEDULEFORFISCALYEAR2015

Task

No. Task Title

JULY 14

AUG 14

SEPT 14

OCT 14

NOV 14

DEC

14

JAN 15

FEB 15

MAR 15

APRIL 15

MAY 15

JUNE 15

1.0 Program Management

1.1 Annual Reporting and Programming

1.2 Annual Audit



1.5 Program Mgmt. and Tech. Assistance (FDOT)

2.0 Transportation Data Compilation and

Distribution

3.0 Transportation Improvement Program

4.0 Long Range Transportation Planning

5.0 Multi‐Modal Project Planning


5.2 Management Operations and Security

6.0 Public Involvement

7.0 Pathways Project Planning




Table 5B: Proposed UPWP Work Schedule for FY 16

PROPOSEDUPWPPLANNINGWORKSCHEDULEFORFISCALYEAR2016

Task

No. Task Title

JULY 15

AUG 15

SEPT 15

OCT 15

NOV 15

DEC

15

JAN 16

FEB 16

MAR 16

APRIL 16

MAY 16

JUNE 16

1.0 Program Management

1.1 Annual Reporting and Programming

1.2 Annual Audit



1.5 Program Mgmt. and Tech. Assistance (FDOT)

2.0 Transportation Data Compilation and

Distribution

3.0 Transportation Improvement Program

4.0 Long Range Transportation Planning

5.0 Multi‐Modal Project Planning


5.2 Management Operations and Security

6.0 Public Involvement

7.0 Pathways Project Planning




Table 6: Federal MAP‐21 Planning Factors

MAP‐21 Planning Factors

UPWP

Task

Number

Support the

economic vitality of

the metropolitan

area, especially by

enabling global

competitiven

ess,

productivity, and

efficien

cy

Increase the safety

of the

transportation

system

for

motorized and non‐

motorizedusers

Increase the

security of the

transportation

system

for

motorized and non‐

motorizedusers

Increase

accessibility and

mobility of peo

ple

and freight

the en

vironmen

t/

quality of life/

promote

consisten

cy

between

transportation

improvemen

ts and

Enhance the

integration and

connectivity of the

transportation

system

, across and

between m

odes

throughout the

State, for people

andfreight

Promote efficient

system

managem

ent and

operation

Emphasize the

preservation of the

existing

transportation

system

1.0 X X X X X X X

1.1 X X X X X

1.2

1.3 X X X X X X X X

1.4 X X X X X X X X

1.5 X X X X X X X X

2.0 X X X X

3.0 X X X X X X X X

4.0 X X X X X X X X

5.0 X X X X X X X

5.1 X X X X X X

5.2 X X X X X X X X

6.0 X X X X X

7.0 X X X X X X X

7.1 X X X X X X

7.2 X X X X X X X X


Table 7: UPWP Tasks Strategic Plan Goals

SCTPO Strategic Plan Goals

PLAN: Improve Regional Planning and

Decision‐Making

IMPLEMENT: Enhance Transportation

System Performance

LEAD: Ensure the Agency is

Financially Stable, Soundly

Managed, and Staffed by

Competent, Engaged

Professionals

COMMUNICATE: Foster

Community Enrichment,

Empowerment and

Engagement

UPWP

Task

Number

Build

consensus

for inter‐ and

intra‐ m

odal

priorities

Analyze data to

iden

tify safety

and security

issues

Iden

tify existing

transportation

facilities for

improvemen

ts

Expand inter‐

modal

connectivity for

peo

ple and

goods

Increase

transportation

system

safety

and security

Improve m

obility

of existing

transportation

facilities

Ensure tim

ely

and accurate

financial

reporting

Promote board

and volunteer

leadership

involvem

ent

Strengthen

staff

professional

skills and

expertise

educational

program

s for

targeted

Coordinate

advocacy to

promote system

priorities

Enhance public

participation

with electronic

med

ia

1.0 X X X X X X X X X X X X

1.1 X X X X

1.2 X

1.3 X X X X X X X X X


1.5 X X X X X X X X X X X



4.0 X X X X X X X X X X X X




6.0 X X X X X X X


7.1 X X X X X X X X X X

7.2 X X X X X X X X X X


SCTPO Adopted 2014‐15 Strategic Plan

Appendix A – SCTP

O Business Plan

APPENDIX A

January 2014 to December 2015

Starting Proceeding Complete

REVISED 1-1-14

Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization

Strategic Plan Priorities 2014-2015

Roads to rockets…the sky is NOT the limit

QUALITY, COMMITMENT, AND INTEGRITY ARE THE FOUNDATION FOR OUR SUCCESS

D. LEAD Ensure the agency is financially stable,

soundly managed, and staffed by competent, engaged professionals

D1. Ensure timely and accurate adminstrative and financial reporting

D1.1. Report formal budget and contract performance

D1.2. Conduct annual independent audit

D2. Promote board and volunteer leadership involvement

D2.1. Produce purposeful agendas with relevant topics

D2.2. Recognize board members and volunteers for service

D3. Strengthen performance, professional skills, and expertise

D3.1. Refine the approved performance appraisal program

D3.2. Pursue training opportunities to increase skills and expertise

A. PLAN Improve regional planning and decision-making

A1. Build consensus for inter- and intra-modal priorities

A1.1. Involve local government/modal agencies in system priority development

A1.2. Coordinate with FDOT to fund priorities for all modes

A1.3. Identify long range transportation needs through 2040

A1.4. Participate in FDOT regional corridors pilot study

A2. Monitor and report transportation system performance

A2.1. Develop annual system performance report

A2.2. Use traffic count and crash data to identify safety improvement needs

A2.3. Update community characteristics inventory using new census data

A3. Identify transportation facilities for improvements

A3.1. Complete bicycle, pedestrian, trails mobility plan and identify priorities

A3.2. Conduct Complete Streets screening and identify priority projects

A3.3. Coordinate with FDOT and local jurisdictions to begin corridor studies

A3.4. Initiate countywide intelligent transportation system master planning

C. COMMUNICATE Foster community enrichment, empowerment and engagement

C1. Offer educational programs for targeted populations

C1.1. Coordinate bicycle and pedestrian safety programs

C1.2. Offer technical training to improve transportation planning

C1.3. Present informational programs to increase community awareness

C2. Coordinate advocacy to promote system priorities

C2.1. Create a new community outreach program

C2.2. Identify and advance state legislative priorities

C2.3. Engage new constituencies to support transportation plans

C3. Enhance public participation

C3.1. Utilize media to expand public interest

C3.2. Conduct public surveys to gather input and feedback

C3.3. Develop a customer satisfaction feedback program

C3.4. Upgrade and launch new SCTPO website

B. IMPLEMENT Enhance transportation system performance

B1. Expand inter-modal connectivity for people, goods, and economic vitality

B1.1. Advance priority road projects

B1.2. Support aviation, rail, seaport, space, and transit priorities

B1.3. Coordinate efforts to fund, design, and build priority trail projects

B2. Increase transportation system safety and security

B2.1. Facilitate responses to citizen and community safety concern

B2.2. Partner with FDOT and local communities to address sidewalk gaps

B3. Improve mobility of existing transportation facilities

B3.1 Target existing corridors for multi-modal transportation improvements

B3.2. Address local government needs during resurfacing projects

B3.3. Assist SCAT with addressing bus stop improvements


FDOT District 5

General Planning Activities FY 2015 – FY 2016

Appendix B – FDOT District 5 General Planning Activities APPENDIX B


FDOT District Five General Planning Activities & Specific Tasks Fiscal Year 2014/2015 & Fiscal Year 2015/2016 Unified Planning Work Program

March 2014

GENERAL PLANNING ACTIVITIES

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is a contributor to transportation planning and policy

development in District Five. Generally, the specific recurring transportation planning activities

accomplished by FDOT’s District Five Planning Office can be placed in one of the following categories:

Transportation Planning Activities, Data Collection Activities and Systems Planning Activities.

Transportation Planning Activities:

MPO/TPO Support Provide a MPO/TPO Liaison between the Department and each MPO/TPO; Provide supporting

information and documentation to support MPO/TPO planning; Review and take appropriate

action on Transportation Improvement Program(TIP) and TIP Amendments; Review and take

appropriate action on Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and UPWP Amendments; Review

and take appropriate action on Long Range Transportation Plan; Review and take appropriate

action on Public Involvement Plan; Prepare and conduct Federal and State Certification reviews;

Assist MPOs/TPOs in attending various committee meetings and Community Awareness Planning

Meetings; Assist MPOs/TPOs with Work Program System issues and reports; Assist MPOs/TPOs in

State and Federal Grant Programs; and Support and assist with Transit issues and initiatives.

Review and update MPO/TPO contract agreements (Interlocal Agreement for the Creation of

Metropolitan Planning Organization, Intergovernmental Coordination and Review (ICAR), and

Transportation Planning Funds Joint Participation Agreement.

Assist with providing revenue forecasts to the MPOs/TPOs to develop their Long Range

Transportation Plans; Provide support and assistance to assure that the MPOs/TPOs comply with

the state and federal policies, procedures and federal code of regulation; comply with Title VI in

the planning process (UPWP, TIP, Model Validation, etc.) and comply with other certification

requirements; Provide supporting information and documentation to support MPO/TPO

planning; Assist MPO/TPO with boundary and membership issues for merging and emerging

MPOs/TPOs.

Transit Support Provide a Transit Analyst between the Department and each MPO/TPO; Assist MPOs/TPOs with

transit related issues and initiatives; Review and recommend appropriate action on TIP and TIP

Amendments and UPWP and UPWP Amendments for transit projects. Assist MPOs/TPOs in

attending the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board (TDLCB) Meetings;


Provides technical assistance to the TDLCB; Review and update MPO/TPO transit grant

agreements for Section 5303 grants and transit programs; Assist MPOs/TPOs with Work Program

and execution of all related system issues and reports.

Intergovernmental Support and Review Review and submit recommendations on Local Government Comprehensive Plans (LGCP)

amendments, both proposed and adopted, and Evaluation and Appraisal Reports, Capital

Improvement Elements (CIEs), and Capital Improvement Plan (CIPs) and TCEAs for appropriate

land uses and transportation related impacts on those facilities of state concern. Assist

MPOs/TPOs with feasibility studies and implementation planning.

Strategic Intermodal System Plan (SIS Strategic Plan) Process requests for designation changes; coordinate regional and local facilities with the SIS;

coordinate the Department’s transit initiative with the SIS; manage policy level public and

partner involvement efforts related to the SIS; Assist in technical level public and partner

involvement efforts related to the SIS; Assist in providing revenue forecasts.

Public Involvement Conduct Public Involvement activities related to Planning and Concept Development studies,

Efficient Transportation Decision Making (ETDM), Project Development and Environmental

(PD&E) studies, and Work Program Public Hearings; Provide tools for developing and reviewing

projects at the Planning Screen Phase (used in the development of MPO/TPO long range

transportation plans and FIHS cost‐feasible plan.

Bicycle/Pedestrian Support Support and assist with bicycle, pedestrian and transit related issues and initiatives. Provide

interagency coordination and technical support in the area of multimodal transportation

planning and development. Review and provide feedback on local roadway and site plans for the

inclusion of alternative transportation facilities. Review and provide feedback on alternative

transportation planning documents and studies. Act as District Five steward for regional trail

initiatives and projects. Coordinate multimodal transportation network infrastructure inventory

and needs assessment for all facilities in District Five.

Safety The District Five Intermodal System Development Safety efforts will support the following:

Florida’s Pedestrian and Bicycle Focused Initiative, Corridor Planning Studies for MPOs/TPOs

projects for Completed Streets, Multimodal Corridors, Context Sensitive Solutions and

Transportation Design for Livable Communities, and Improvements to accommodate transit

accessibility, pedestrians and accessibility for persons with disabilities.


Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) Program Develop a District Five Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) Program

within a team of champions made up of MPOs/TPOs, transit agencies and District staff.

Data Collection Activities:

Systems Inventory Provide for the efficient transfer of road jurisdiction by the Department and local governments

based on mutual agreement; functionally classify roads, including the designation of federal aid

eligibility and develop, analyze, and assign an integrated statewide network of federal, local and

state systems.

Mapping Maintain and provide mapping information related to the SIS; Maintain and update functional

classification maps.

Systems Planning Activities:

Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Review Conduct large scale development review through the DRI process or as requested by Regional

Planning Councils. These reviews offer technical comments and may result in the development

and coordination of transportation projects and funding partnerships, including agreements with

developers. These projects are then coordinated with the MPOs/TPOs during project

development, prioritization, or programming. In addition, provide review and comments for the

review of master plans, sectors plans and sub‐DRI developments for impacts to the state highway

system.

Systems Management Provide assistance for determining the need for, and feasibility of, new access points (IJRs) and

modifications (IMRs) to existing access points on the FIHS and other SIS facilities; Conduct Level‐

of‐Service analysis that will determine current and future conditions of the State Highway

System; Project Design Traffic and 18 KIP Equivalent Single Axle Loadings (ESALs) preparations.

Modeling The District will continue to support regional transportation modeling activities and gather

information on how to make improvements through improved policies, procedures and

guidelines for transportation demand forecasting for the Florida Standard Model; Assist in

validation of models and conduct planning studies requested by local governments and

MPOs/TPOs.


FIHS/SIS Conduct Traffic/Travel Demand Assignment Studies; Develop traffic projections; Develop and

maintain a SIS Needs Plan and SIS Cost Feasible Plan; Provide input for FIHS modifications and

refinements; Develop, coordinate and distribute FIHS corridor plans.

FDOT DISTRICT FIVE SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES

This section provides a listing, with a short description of some of the more prominent FDOT District Five

activities and projects anticipated during Fiscal Year 2014/2015 and Fiscal Year 2015/2016.

ETDM/SCE To assist and collaborate with Space Coast TPO, Lake‐Sumter MPO, Ocala/Marion County TPO,

METROPLAN ORLANDO and Volusia County TPO with the implementation of the Efficient

Transportation Decision Making (ETDM) Process. District Five is coordinating with each of the

MPOs/TPOs to determine which projects should be sent out for an ETDM review.

The District will continue assisting the MPOs/TPOs with their ETDM/SCE (Sociocultural Effects)

tasks by helping to coordinate schedules, provide guidance, and assist in sending projects for

Planning Screen reviews, including providing guidance with summary reports for those projects.

The District will continue to run Programming Screens on projects prior to PD&E, as required by

FHWA, FDOT will provide ETDM technical assistance and training to MPO/TPO staff as needed or

requested.

Modeling The Department will continue to support the District Five MPOs/TPOs (Space Coast TPO,

Lake/Sumter MPO, Ocala/Marion TPO, METROPLAN ORLANDO, and Volusia TPO) with ongoing

modeling activities applications, enhancements and technical support.

FDOT District Five Tentative Five‐Year Work Program Public Hearings To develop and conduct the Department’s Tentative Five Year Work Program and consider

making any changes to the Program that is necessary to balance the Five Year Work Program.

The Work Program Public Hearing(s) is being developed and conducted pursuant to Section

339.135(4)(C), Florida Statutes, as amended. The Public Hearing(s) will include information for

Brevard, Flagler, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. The

Public Hearing(s) will include consideration of proposed projects for the Florida’s Turnpike

Enterprise. The Public Hearing(s) and Public Information Meetings are conducted annually. The

Department continuously coordinates with the MPOs/TPOs in their project priority development

and project selection in the Department’s Tentative Five Year Work Program. The Department

will hold a Public Hearing(s) for the tentative work program in November and December of the

2015 and 2016 Calendar year. The Department will continuously coordinate with the

MPOs/TPOs to provide video tapings of each Public Hearing to be broadcasted on public


television. The Department will continue to provide a website for the Work Program Public

Hearing. The website will include a link to a webinar option for the MPOs/TPOs and citizen’s to

access to join into the District’s Work Program Public Hearing. The website will continue to have

information and maps on the Department’s Tentative Five Year Work Program.

District Five GIS Initiative/CFGIS District Five continues to utilize the resources of the Central Florida GIS (CFGIS) initiative. The

availability of the Data Clearinghouse allows members of the general public, while providing a

Users Group forum for GIS users within the Central Florida region, to facilitate data sharing and

information exchange.

The Department is continuing to upkeep their GIS interactive tools up‐to‐date developing and

available utilizing the CFGIS information portal. Some tools currently available on this portal

include: TransMap, which serves transit data; the Strategic Intermodal System Implemental &

Management (SISIM) tool which allows partners throughout the district to share information

concerning the implementation of operational improvements for SIS facilities; etc. Additionally

District Five maintains a non‐GIS specific information Traffic Data web page on this website. This

would make transportation data currently begin maintained by the Department more publicly

available as an interactive tool to be housed on the CFGIS server.

FUNDING SOURCES

FY 2014/2015 FY 2015/2016

FDOT General Planning

Activities and Specific

Task

Consultant Funding $5,560,000 $5,583,482

Grant Funding $373,482 $350,000

TOTAL $5,933,482 $5,933,482


Space Coast TPO Certification Report

January 2013

Appendix C – SCTP

O Certification Report

APPENDIX C


2013 MODIFIED JOINT CERTIFICATION REVIEW

Florida Department of Transportation, District Five

And

Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization

Attendees: Bob Kamm (SCTPO), Georganna Gillette (SCTPO) Laura Carter (SCTPO) Mary Schoelzel (FDOT)

and Theodis Perry (FDOT)

The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (SCTPO) has the responsibility for ensuring that

the major transportation issues in their planning areas are addressed and that the requirements in state

and federal law governing the metropolitan transportation planning process are met. Certification

reviews are the tool used to determine whether the MPO/TPOs are fulfilling this responsibility. They are

conducted on an annual basis by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and on a four (4) year

cycle by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for

MPO/TPOs in Transportation Management Areas (TMA) areas. The only exception is "conditional

certification" issued for a MPO/TPO by FHWA [23 USC 143]. The next federal certification review for the

Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization will be conducted in year 2014.

The 2013 State Modified Joint Certification Review process for the SCTPO started with meetings between

FDOT District Five Staff and the SCTPO Staff held on January 28, 2013. The discussions were organized

around a set of questions developed by FDOT Staff to review all of the transportation planning processes

and requirements mandated by Federal and State law. The SCTPO staff provided responses to the

questions that led to additional dialogue. The findings, summary of noteworthy achievements, and

recommendations presented in this Modified Joint Certification Review are drawn from the responses to

the questions and the review meeting. They also reflect the emerging importance of regionalism.

FINDINGS

General

The SCTPO continues to have a positive cooperative working relationship with the FDOT, Local

Governmental Agencies, Regional Planning Agencies, Space Florida, Port Authority and other

Transportation and Land Use Agencies to support the initiatives needed for the Transportation demands

within Brevard County. The SCTPO Staff has worked diligently in the past year to plan and prioritize

projects of significant importance in their TPO boundary area. They continue to move forward with

planning and developing regional projects. These projects include roadways, bicycle/pedestrian,

complete streets, multi‐modal planning, safety projects, pedestrian sidewalk/trails, space and other

transportation facilities.


The SCTPO staff is to be commended for their outstanding work on the implementation and submission

of their 2013‐2017 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). They included all the new changes to the

TIP in an expeditious accurate manner as requested by the Department and FHWA. The TPO also

successfully completed and submitted their bi‐annual Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and annual

Prioritized List of Projects.

The SCTPO is currently working with the FDOT staff on the 2010 Census Urban Boundary Smoothing. This

is an ongoing process requiring a series of back and forth exchanges and updates between the TPO and

FDOT. As the Urban Boundary Smoothing process is taking place, TPO Staff is beginning to assess the

need for any Functional Classification updates as well.

In addition, the SCTPO has begun conversations and strategizing on incorporating the new MAP‐21

(Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act) performance measures into their planning

documents.

The SCTPO staff continues to support their TPO Board Members, Technical Advisory Committee

Members, and Citizen's Advisory Committee Members with updated information and training to

help them better understand their roles and the importance of their participation. The Department

appreciates the support that the TPO and Local Agencies provide to move projects forward to enhance

and complete the transportation needs in Brevard County.

Summary of Noteworthy Achievements

The Space Coast TPO undertook several new initiatives in 2012 in coordination with the public and local

government agencies. The 2011 SCTPO became project specific "Local Agency Program (LAP)

Certified" and because of that initiative, they successfully completed their first LAP project in FY 2012

for the US 192 Feasibility Study. There were two major intersection improvement projects on US192 y

programmed as the result of this Study.

The second initiative embarked upon by the SCTPO is their first Complete Street Multi‐Modal Feasibility

Study. SCTPO Staff worked closely with the District and the "SR A1A Action Team" on this Feasibility

Study for State Road A1A in the cities of Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach. Several Action Team

meetings and a Public Charette were held throughout the year to gather input on short‐term and

long‐term project priorities for the corridor. The results of this study will be presented later this year.

The third initiative was the update of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan. The SCTPO Staff with the

assistance of a project‐working group and the Bicycle Pedestrian and Trails Advisory Committee started

the update of their Bicycle and Pedestrian Mobility Plan that will be used to implement an

interconnected system of bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The SCTPO staff has participated in five public

involvement events to gather input on the Mobility Plan and it's anticipated to be complete in the spring

of 2013.


The SCTPO's fourth initiative is to continue with its Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Education Program, Feet not

Fuel Program and the Commit 2B Fit Program. Kim Smith, the SCTPO's Bicycle/Pedestrian Education

Specialist distributed 5,100 helmets, participated in 51 safety education events, and assisted in the

implementation of the Commit 2B Fit program in 10 schools. Furthermore, for her dedication and efforts,

Kim was awarded a plaque from the City of Rockledge Police Department's Community Relations

Department for supplying helmets and assisting with helmet fittings with their "Bike Safety Outreach

Program".

In 2012, the TPO completed their fifth initiative, which was the implementation of a web based crash

location system to better analyze crash reports and to incorporate into the safety element of

performance‐based measures for transportation planning. The TPO also hosted training and coordination

with seven local agencies in Brevard County.

Finally, their sixth initiative is to institutionalize Space as a mode of transportation. The SCTPO continues

its cooperative efforts with Space Florida in assisting them in developing their Spaceport Master Plan and

incorporating it into the local, regional, and state transportation planning process. In FY 2012 SCTPO Staff

worked with FDOT to help institutionalize Space as a mode of transportation and as a result of those

efforts, FDOT Central Office reorganized to create the Aviation and the Spaceport Office. In addition,

$100M ($20 million annually) was included in FY 2014‐2018 FDOT Work Program for Space infrastructure

projects.

Accountability

The content of the quarterly reports submitted by the SCTPO with invoices have been very efficient,

timely and adequate in detail and competency. These reports are intended to document progress made

and difficulties encountered in implementing a MPO's/TPO's mission and vision through the UPWP. They

also are used to help assess the eligibility and justification of the MPO's/TPO's expenses to be reimbursed

with federal funds.

Planning Fund Carryover Balances

Planning funds are intended to be used for innovative productive planning activities within a reasonable

timeframe and are subject to redistribution or loss if certain requirements are not met. The Space Coast

TPO is commended for their continued work in utilizing these Planning Funds.

Public Involvement

Since the adoption of the SCTPO Public Involvement Plan on February 11, 2010, the TPO continues to

ensure that public participation is an integral and effective part of the TPO's activities so decisions are

made with the benefit and consideration of public perspectives. This plan is essential to the successful

implementation of any transportation planning project or program. The SCTPO holds an annual Open


House to discuss the Long Range Plan, Transportation Improvement Program and Project Priorities with

the public.

The Space Coast TPO also continues to improve their public outreach and information efforts via their

website http://www.spacecoasttpo.com, "Space Coast TPO E‐News" and various workshops to

disseminate timely information about the SCTPO and transportation projects throughout Brevard County.

The information includes work products, Traffic Counts, Bicycle/Pedestrian, Complete Streets, Multi‐

Modal Planning, Safety, Public Involvement, and Transportation Data. In addition, the TPO has a full time

Bicycle and Pedestrian Education staff person that is heavily involved in public outreach and encourages

citizens to participate in various advisory committees as well as the Technical I Citizen Advisory Meetings

and the TPO Board Meetings.

Public Transportation

The SCTPO continues to have a continuous and cooperative relationship with the Space Coast Area

Transit (SCAT), their Public Transportation partners. The SCTPO continues to assist their Public

Transportation partners in obtaining the necessary planning coordination with agencies and/or groups

who could be affected, assists in checking for consistency with the Florida Transportation Plan, Local

Government Comprehensive Plans and other statewide modal plans. Space Coast Area Transit updated

their Transit Development Plan for FY 2009‐2018 and the SCTPO staff participated as a member of their

TDP Steering Committee.

Efficient Transportation Decision Making (ETDM)

The Space Coast TPO continues to work with the Department to support the efforts in the development

of the ETDM Process. As priorities change the TPO and Department will continue to work collaboratively

on sending projects through for ETDM review.

RECOMMENDATIONS/ACTIONS

1. The Space Coast TPO should continue to ensure that they work with their FDOT MPO/TPO Liaison concerning any issues or requests. All inquiries and request should come to the FDOT MPO Liaison directly and if others need to be informed it will be the responsibility of the FDOT MPO Liaison to assure that they directly get the information


JOINT CERTIFICATION STATEMENT ON THE METROPOLITAN

TRANSPORTATION PLANNING PROCESS Pursuant to the requirements of 23 U.S.C. 134 (k)(5), 23 CFR 450.334(a), the Department and the MPO have performed a review of the certification status of the metropolitan transportation planning process for the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization with respect to the requirements of:

1. 23 U.S.C. 134 and 49 U.S.C. 5303;

2. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended (42 U.S.C. 2000d‐1) and 49 C.F.R. Part 21

3. 49 U.S.C. 5332 prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin,

sex, or age in employment or business opportunity;

4. Section 1101(b) of SAFETEA‐LU (Public Law 109‐59) and 49 C.F.R. Part 26 regarding the involvement of disadvantaged business enterprises in USDOT funded projects;

5. 23 C.F.R. Part 230 regarding the implementation of an equal employment opportunity

program on Federal and Federal‐aid highway construction contracts;

6. The provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) and the regulations found in 49 C.F.R. Parts 27, 37, and 38;

7. The Older Americans Act, as amended (42 U.S.C. 6101) prohibiting discrimination on the

basis of age in programs or activities receiving Federal financial assistance;

8. Section 324 of 23 U.S.C. regarding the prohibition of discrimination on the basis of gender; and

9. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794) and 49 C.F.R. Part 27

regarding discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Included in this certification package is a summary of noteworthy achievements by the MPO, attachments associated with these achievements, and (if applicable) a list of any recommendations and/or corrective actions. The contents of this Joint Certification Package have been reviewed by the MPO and accurately reflect the results of the joint certification review meeting held on January 28, 2013. Based on a joint review and evaluation, the Florida Department of Transportation and the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization recommend that the Metropolitan Planning Process for the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization be “certified”.


Certifications and Assurances

A. Debarment and Suspension Certification B. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Utilization C. Lobbying Certification for Grants, Loans

and Cooperative Agreements D. Title VI/Nondiscrimination Policy Statement

Appendix D – Certifications an

d Assurances

APPENDIX D


Debarment and Suspension Certification As required by the USDOT regulation on Government wide Debarment and Suspension at 49 CFR 29.510

(1) The Space Coast TPO hereby certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief, that it and its principals:

(a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any federal department or agency;

(b) Have not, within a three‐year period preceding this proposal, been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (federal, state or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction, violation of federal or state antitrust statutes; or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction or records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property;

(c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity (federal, state or local) with commission of any of the offenses listed in paragraph (b) of this certification; and

(d) Have not, within a three‐year period preceding this certification, had one or more public transactions (federal, state or local) terminated for cause or default.

(2) The Space Coast TPO also hereby certifies that if, later, it becomes aware of any information contradicting the statements of paragraphs (a) through (d) above, it will promptly provide that information to the U.S.D.O.T.

Authorized Signature:

__Jerry Allender____________________ _____5‐8‐14 & 4‐9‐15____________

Mr. Jerry Allender Date Space Coast TPO Chairman


Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Utilization It is the policy of the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization that disadvantaged businesses, as defined by 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 26, shall have an opportunity to participate in the performance of TPO contracts in a nondiscriminatory environment. The objectives of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program are to ensure non‐discrimination in the award and administration of contracts, ensure firms fully meet eligibility standards, help remove barriers to participation, create a level playing field, assist in development of a firm so it can compete successfully outside of the program, provide flexibility, and ensure narrow tailoring of the program. The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization and its consultants shall take all necessary and reasonable steps to ensure that disadvantaged businesses have an opportunity to compete for and perform the contract work of the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization in a non‐discriminatory environment. The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization shall require its consultants to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin and sex, age, handicap/disability, or income status in the award and performance of its contracts. This policy covers in part the applicable federal regulations and the applicable statutory references contained therein for the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program Plan, Chapters 337 and 339, Florida Statutes, and Rule Chapter 14‐78, Florida Administrative Code. Authorized Signature:

___ Jerry Allender _________________ ____5‐8‐14_& 4‐9‐15_____________



Lobbying Certification for Grants, Loans and Cooperative Agreements In accordance with Section 1352 of Title 31, United States Code, it is the policy of the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization that: (1) No Federal or state appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid by or on behalf of

the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any Federal or state agency, or a member of Congress or the state legislature in connection with the awarding of any Federal or state contract, the making of any Federal or state grant, the making of any Federal or state loan, extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal or state contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.

(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any Federal agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form‐LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying”, in accordance with its instructions.

(3) The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subgrants and contracts and subcontracts under grants, subgrants, loans and cooperative agreement), which exceeds $100,000, and that all such subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.

(4) This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by Section 1352, Title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each failure.

Authorized Signature:

___ Jerry Allender _________________ _______5‐8‐14_& 4‐9‐15__________



Title VI/Nondiscrimination Policy Statement The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization assures the Florida Department of Transportation that no person shall on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, family or religious status, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 and the Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992 be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination or retaliation under any program or activity. The Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization further agrees to the following responsibilities with respect to its programs and activities: 1. Designate a Title VI Liaison that has a responsible position within the organization and

access to the Recipient’s Chief Executive Officer. 2. Issue a policy statement signed by the Chief Executive Officer, which expresses its

commitment to the nondiscrimination provisions of Title VI. The policy statement shall be circulated throughout the Recipient’s organization and to the general public. Such information shall be published where appropriate in languages other than English.

3. Insert the clauses of Appendix A of this agreement in every contract subject to the Acts and the Regulations.

4. Develop a complaint process and attempt to resolve complaints of discrimination against sub‐recipients. Complaints against the Recipient shall immediately be forwarded to the FDOT District Title VI Coordinator.

5. Participate in training offered on Title VI and other nondiscrimination requirements. 6. If reviewed by FDOT or USDOT, take affirmative action to correct any deficiencies found

within a reasonable time period, not to exceed ninety (90) calendar days. 7. Have a process to collect racial and ethnic data on persons impacted by your agency’s

programs. THIS ASSURANCE is given in consideration of and for the purpose of obtaining any and all federal funds, grants, loans, contracts, properties, discounts or other federal financial assistance under all programs and activities and is binding. The person whose signature appears below is authorized to sign this assurance on behalf of the Recipient. Authorized Signature:

____ Jerry Allender __________________ _____5‐8‐14_& 4‐9‐15____________



APPENDIX A During the performance of this contract, the contractor, for itself, its assignees and successors in interest (hereinafter referred to as the “Contractor”) agrees as follows: (1.) Compliance with Regulations: The Contractor shall comply with the Regulations relative

to nondiscrimination in Federally‐assisted programs of the U.S. Department of Transportation (hereinafter, “USDOT”) Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21, as they may be amended from time to time, (hereinafter referred to as the Regulations), which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement.

(2.) Nondiscrimination: The Contractor, with regard to the work performed during the contract, shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status in the selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment. The Contractor shall not participate either directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by section 21.5 of the Regulations, including employment practices when the contract covers a program set forth in Appendix B of the Regulations.

(3.) Solicitations for Subcontractors, including Procurement of Materials and Equipment: In all solicitations made by the Contractor, either by competitive bidding or negotiation for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials or leases or equipment; each potential subcontractor or supplier shall be notified by the Contractor of the Contractor’s obligations under this contract and the Regulations relative to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion or family status.

(4.) Information and Reports: The Contractor shall provide all information and reports required by the Regulations or directives issued pursuant thereto, and shall permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be determined by the Florida Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such Regulations, orders and instructions. Where any information required of a Contractor is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish this information the Contractor shall so certify to the Florida Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration as appropriate, and shall set for the what efforts it has made to obtain the information.

(5.) Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of the Contractor’s noncompliance with the nondiscrimination provisions of this contract, the Florida Department of Transportation shall impose such contract sanctions as it or the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor


Carrier Safety Administration may determine to be appropriate, including, but not limited to:

a. Withholding of payments to the Contractor under the contract until the Contractor complies, and/or

b. Cancellation, termination or suspension of the contract, in whole or in part.

(6.) Incorporation of Provisions: The Contractor shall include the provisions of paragraphs (1) through (6) in every subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempt by the Regulations, or directives issued pursuant thereto. The Contractor shall take such action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as the Florida Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, Federal Transit Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and/or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions including sanctions for noncompliance. In the event a Contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a sub‐contractor or supplier as a result of such direction, the Contractor may request the Florida Department of Transportation to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the Florida Department of Transportation, and in addition, the Contractor may request the United States to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States.


Agency Comments and Responses to SCTPO Draft Unified Planning Work Program

Appendix E – Agency Comments and Responses

APPENDIX E


Comments on the SCTPO Draft Unified Planning Work Program and Responses

Agency Comment SCTPO Response Florida Department of Transportation (Planning)

1. The final UPWP must include an approved signature or TPO resolution and date of action. (Page 18)

Upon adoption by the TPO Board on May 8, 2014, Resolution 14‐23 was signed and executed and is included as part of the final UPWP.

Florida Department of Transportation (Planning)

2. Page 8‐Introduction: Include reference statement that “planning tasks to be performed with funds under 49 Federal Transit Act”.

Language was added on Page 8 of

Introduction to include, “Titles 23 and 49 of the Federal Transit Act”.


3. Task 1.2: Use the following reference, “The annual audit shall be performed in accordance with 49 C.F.R. 18.26, OMB Circular A‐133, and Section 215.97, F.S.”

Language was added to Task 1.2, Audit, Purpose. Language was already included as part of Methodology.


4. Update as appropriate FTA grant change of 5303 to 5305(d), which occurred with MAP‐21.

References to FTA 5303 grant revised to reflect new MAP‐21 category of 5305(d) throughout UPWP as appropriate


5‐8. In Tables 1A, 1B, 2A, and 2B: Check FTA funding totals to make sure match total allocation estimates. Also make sure amounts in tables correspond to tasks item sheets

Increased FTA FY 15 funding amount to reflect new estimates and verified totals are correct. All task items utilizing FTA funding also verified to be consistent with amounts listed in tables.


9. Need to add a FTA 5305(d) Deliverables Table. See MPO Handbook, dated February 28, 2011, page 3‐17.

Added Table 3, FTA 5305(d) Deliverables Table.


10. Final UPWP must include FTA Section 5305(d) Application and all other required forms and certifications.

FTA FY 14 Application and all required forms and certifications submitted as separate document with final UPWP.


11. Final UPWP must include 2014 Joint Certification and 2014 FHWA Certification.

2014 Certification is not scheduled until July 9‐10, 2014 and is not available at this time. 2013 Certification is included and will be updated with 2014 when it becomes available.


12. Final UPWP must include Appendix D Statement and Assurances documents fully executed.

The Assurances documents were executed upon approval by the TPO Board on May 8, 2014 and are included in the Final UPWP.



13. The Final UPWP must include Appendix E, Agency Comments and Responses.

This was included in the draft UPWP and has been updated in final with all comments received and how each was addressed.

Federal Transit Administration

When FTA Section 5307 funds are used for transit planning, the UPWP must reference and contain the funds with sufficient detail on what the funds will be used for.

Additional language was added to Task 7.2, Transit Planning and Studies to clarify which activities will be utilizing Section 5307 funds.

Federal Highway Administration

Check the Federal Aid No. for PL grant funds (049), it should be (050)

Federal Aid No. referenced on cover page changed from (049) to (050) for PL planning grant funds


Consider adding MAP‐21 to the acronym list

The acronym for MAP‐21 was added to the list on page 6


Review all task pages and ensure work products have a month/year associated with the items listed

All tasks work products were reviewed to include appropriate schedule when product will be worked on and/or completed


All Agreements or Certifications statements should be signed and dated and included in final document

Upon adoption by the TPO Board on May 8, 2014, all certifications were signed and are included in final UPWP


Tasks involving consultant participation should include sufficient information on what activities will use federal‐aid funds (scope, schedule, and estimate). Those projects with not enough information at this time will need to forward to FHWA and FDOT when available.

Products utilizing consultant services were reviewed and edited as appropriate to include as much information as is available at this time. For projects planned in the future without this information, the details will be forwarded to FDOT and FHWA upon development.

SCTPO Staff

Need to include in Task 2.0 and Table 1A and 1B, SU funding for Community Characteristics Inventory

Added $35,000 in SU funding in Task 2.0 and Tables 1A and 1B for Community Characteristics Inventory

SCTPO Staff

Update FY 14 FTA Section 5305(d) (listed as 5303) funding to reflect actual allocation to be received

Updated all Tasks and Tables 1A and 1B to reflect increase in FTA Section 5305(d) to be received

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