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Home My WebLink About08-07-24 - Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization - TTAC Agenda and Packet MaterialsA. Call to Order - 10:30 a.m. B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes C.1 I move to approve the July 10, 2024 Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization TTAC Meeting Minutes(Butts) D. Public Comments E. New Business E.1 FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) - Work Session (Butts) THE GALLATIN VALLEY MPO - TRANSPORTATION TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA TTAC AGENDA Wednesday, August 7, 2024 General information about the Transportation Technical Advisory Committee can be found in our Laserfiche repository. If you are interested in commenting in writing on items on the agenda please send an email to comments@bozeman.net or by visiting the Public Comment Page prior to 12:00pm on the day before the meeting. Public comments will also be accepted through Video Conference during the appropriate agenda items. Recordings of the meeting will be available through the Commission's video page. For more information please contact Nick Ross, nross@bozeman.net This meeting will be held using an online videoconferencing system. You can join this meeting: Via Video Conference: Click the Register link, enter the required information, and click submit. Click Join Now to enter the meeting. Via Phone: This is for listening only +1 719 359 4580 Access code: 950 6233 3811 This is the time to comment on any non-agenda matter falling within the scope of the Metropolitan Planning Organization. There will also be time in conjunction with each agenda item for public comment relating to that item but you may only speak once per topic. Please note, the Committee cannot take action on any item which does not appear on the agenda. All persons addressing the Committee shall speak in a civil and courteous manner and members of the audience shall be respectful of others. Please state your name and place of residence in an audible tone of voice for the record and limit your comments to three minutes. General public comments to the Committee can be found on their Laserfiche repository page. 1 F. General Discussion F.1 Performance Based Planning Agreement Update (Butts) F.2 At-Large TPCC Member Update(Butts) G. Adjournment This Committee generally meets the second Wednesday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All meetings are open to all members of the public. If you have a disability that requires assistance, please contact our Acting ADA Coordinator, Max Ziegler, at 406.582.2439 (TDD 406.582.2301). 2 Memorandum REPORT TO:Gallatin Valley MPO - Transportation Technical Advisory Committee FROM:Jeff Butts, MPO Manager SUBJECT:I move to approve the July 10, 2024 Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization TTAC Meeting Minutes MEETING DATE:August 7, 2024 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission RECOMMENDATION:I move to approve the July 10, 2024 Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization TTAC Meeting Minutes. STRATEGIC PLAN:1.1 Outreach: Continue to strengthen and innovate in how we deliver information to the community and our partners. BACKGROUND:Minutes from the July 10, 2024 Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization TTAC Meeting Minutes. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None ALTERNATIVES:As recommended by the committee. FISCAL EFFECTS:None Attachments: 071024 Gallatin Valley MPO TTAC Meeting Minutes Report compiled on: July 17, 2024 3 Gallatin Valley MPO TTAC Meeting Minutes, July 10, 2024 Page 1 of 4 THE GALLATIN VALLEY MPO TTAC MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA MINUTES July 10, 2024 A. 00:01:01 Call to Order -10:30 a.m. B. 00:01:33 Roll Call Present: Anna Bentley (Designee - Chris Saunders), Nicholas Ross, Jason Karp, Camaree Uljua, Sean O'Callaghan, Levi Ewan, Mitch Buthod, Brandon Jones, Sunshine Ross, Brandon Swanzer, John How Absent: None Excused: None Others present at meeting include Jeff Butts, Marcy Yeykal, Katie Potts, Beth Clarkson, Marilee Brown, Geoff Streeter, Kenn Winegar, Carol Strizich. C. 00:03:32 Approval of Minutes C.1 Approval of the June 12, 2024, Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization TTAC Meeting Minutes (Ross) 00:03:53 Motion to approve C.1 Approval of the June 12, 2024, Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization TTAC Meeting Minutes (Ross) John How: Motion Sunshine Ross: 2nd Chris Saunders Abstained from the vote for the minutes because he missed the discussion on the item. Camaree Uljua was absent from the beginning of the meeting and did not participate in the motion or the vote for the approval of minutes. She joined the meeting shortly after the vote. 00:04:24 Vote on the Motion to approve C.1 Approval of the June 12, 2024, Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization TTAC Meeting Minutes (Ross) The Motion carried 9 - 0. 4 Gallatin Valley MPO TTAC Meeting Minutes, July 10, 2024 Page 2 of 4 Approve: Nicholas Ross Jason Karp Sean O'Callaghan Levi Ewan Mitch Buthod Brandon Jones Sunshine Ross Brandon Swanzer John How Disapprove: None D. 00:06:01 Public Comments There was no public comment. E. New Business F. 00:06:51 General Discussion F.1 00:07:02 Cooperative Performance Based Planning Agreement (Butts) Jeff Butts, MPO Manager presented the recommended Cooperative Performance Based Planning Agreement to the TTAC Committee. 00:16:04 Discussion Mitch Buthod talked about the performance measures and how they are outlined in federal regulation. The state DOTs are required to provide targets for applicable performance measures. MDT's asset management approach to meeting those targets drives our investment decisions across the state. 00:19:25 Nicholas Ross asked what the MPO's Responsibility would be if we were to set our own targets. 00:20:02 Mitch Buthod responded by saying the burden of creating a methodology that is in alignment of regulation would fall on the MPO instead of the state so there is a burden of effort to establish your target. Also, would have to report on progress of meeting the state targets in the MPO area as the well as the MPO's specific numeric targets. There would be two reporting requirements instead of one when you do your performance base plan. 00:23:04 Questions of staff 00:32:03 Public Comment There was no public comment. 5 Gallatin Valley MPO TTAC Meeting Minutes, July 10, 2024 Page 3 of 4 00:32:52 Motion to approve the recommend TPCC Approval on item F.1 Cooperative Performance Based Planning Agreement (Butts) John How: Motion Sunshine Ross: 2nd 00:33:53 Discussion on motion 00:34:45 Motion to amend the recommendation to the TPCC for Item F.1 Cooperative Performance Based Planning Agreement to modify item number 7 to establish a 3-year term instead of perpetual and any alteration or supplement to the terms of this agreement shall be agreed to in writing by the signatory parties. (Butts) John How: Motion Anna Bentley (Designee - Chris Saunders): 2nd 00:35:14 Discussion of proposed amendment. 00:38:56 Motion to amend the recommendation to the TPCC for Item F.1 Cooperative Performance Based Planning Agreement to modify item number 7 to establish a 2-year term instead of perpetual and any alteration or supplement to the terms of this agreement shall be agreed to in writing by the signatory parties. (Butts) John How: Motion Anna Bentley (Designee - Chris Saunders): 2nd 00:40:11 Discussion 00:40:37 Vote on the Motion to amend the recommendation to the TPCC for Item F.1 Cooperative Performance Based Planning Agreement to modify item number 7 to establish a 2-year term instead of perpetual and any alteration or supplement to the terms of this agreement shall be agreed to in writing by the signatory parties. (Butts) The Motion carried 8 - 3. Approve: Anna Bentley (Designee - Chris Saunders) Nicholas Ross Jason Karp Camaree Uljua Brandon Jones Sunshine Ross Brandon Swanzer John How Disapprove: Sean O'Callaghan Levi Ewan Mitch Buthod 6 Gallatin Valley MPO TTAC Meeting Minutes, July 10, 2024 Page 4 of 4 F.2 00:42:18 Unified Planning Work Program Work Session (Butts) Jeff Butt's, MPO Manager presented the Unified Planning Work Program Work Session to the committee. 00:59:37 Questions of Staff 1. Should the MPO's Count program include bicycle and pedestrian counts from the start. 2. Thoughts on the MPO exploring a self-hosted reginal transportation model? 3. What alternatives exist to the "Larger Study Year" / "Smaller Study Year" budgeting? 4. What should be included in or excluded from the work plan. 01:00:00 Sunshine Ross Commented on the MPO Count Program 01:01:28 Nick Ross commented on the MPO Count Program. He would be interested in adding one additional continuous counting station into the MPO Area. 01:03:14 Chris Saunders commented on the continuous counters. He would like to have pedestrian and bicycle counts from day one. He also talked about public participation and engagement. 01:07:21 Sean O'Callaghan commented on the MPO Count program and voiced some of his concerns on how we use this information. 01:12:41 Camaree Uljua commented on the MPO count program and talked about the Reginal Transportation Model. She also emphasized that these model patterns will change over time with all the growth. 01:18:01 John How commented on the self-hosted model and would like to know the cost. He also asked about outlining what the areas are in the larger plan. 01:21:23 Mitch Buthod stated that MDT does not charge a fee to MPO's for the LRTP development. He commented on the traffic counts in the Bozeman area. 01:24:24 Chris Saunders asked the question about the two jurisdictions taking over the modeling and what happens if there is a conflict. 01:25:42 Public Comment Marilee Brown commented on the bicycle counts, the LRTP process, a model for the railroad and counts on that as well. She also mentioned the website and could not find the document that was supposedly published. G. 01:29:20 Adjournment This Committee generally meets the second Wednesday of every month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 7 Memorandum REPORT TO:Gallatin Valley MPO - Transportation Technical Advisory Committee FROM:Jeff Butts, MPO Manager SUBJECT:FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) - Work Session MEETING DATE:August 7, 2024 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Administration RECOMMENDATION:Consider the motion: I recommend approval of the Gallatin Valley MPO's Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee the FFY 2025 Unified Planning Work Program [with suggested modifications]. STRATEGIC PLAN:1.3 Public Agencies Collaboration: Foster successful collaboration with other public agencies and build on these successes. BACKGROUND:The Gallatin Valley MPO is in the final stages of preparing the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2025. This crucial document details our transportation planning activities and budget allocations for the upcoming year. The current draft reflects revisions based on initial feedback, with updated estimates for staff time and budget allocations, as well as refinements in the distribution of staff resources across program elements. Key Updates: Budget Allocations: The draft includes comprehensive details of staff and non-staff expenses. Staff Time Changes: Adjustments made across various program elements, including Project Administration, Public Involvement, and the Long Range Transportation Plan to reflect revised estimates. Consultant Services: A significant allocation of $300,000 is designated for consultant services for the Long Range Transportation Plan, with an additional $30,000 to support data collection if required. Non-Staff Costs: Detailed non-staff costs are outlined in the budget, covering essential resources, training, multimodal short-term count hardware, continuous count stations and consultant services. Staff will present the UPWP draft during this meeting. We will discuss key aspects, incorporate any feedback, and prepare the revised document for TPCC approval on August 24, 2024. Following TPCC’s review, the UPWP will be updated as needed and forwarded to MDT for submission to FHWA and FTA. Implementation is scheduled to commence on October 1, 2024. 8 UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None. ALTERNATIVES:As suggested by the Committee. FISCAL EFFECTS:This is an essential document for federal reimbursement requests, estimated to total $661,500. Attachments: GVMPO_FFY2025_UPWP_DRAFT_8-1-24.pdf Report compiled on: August 2, 2024 9 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Federal Fiscal Year 2025 (October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025) Prepared by: Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization And Gallatin Valley Urban Transportation District In cooperation with City of Bozeman, Montana City of Belgrade, Montana County of Gallatin, Montana Montana Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Federal Transit Administration Approved by: TTAC: TPCC: MDT: FHWA/FTA: 10 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(d)] of Title 23, U.S. Code. The format for this work program conforms to Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Chapter 2 Part 4 of FTA Circular 8100.1D. The contents of this report do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of the U.S. Department of Transportation. 11 Table of Contents SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 1 Abbreviations & Acronyms Used in the Work Program ...................................................... 1 The Work Program and Its Purpose .................................................................................. 3 Federal Guidance ........................................................................................................... 3 Performance Measures .................................................................................................. 4 Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) ......................................................... 5 Public Involvement ........................................................................................................ 5 SECTION 2 – WORK ELEMENTS ................................................................................................... 6 Program Support and Administration .............................................................................. 6 100 Program Administration ........................................................................................ 6 101 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) ................................................................. 9 102 Public Involvement and Service ........................................................................... 11 Long Range Planning – System Level ............................................................................... 13 300 Long Range Transportation Plan .......................................................................... 13 301 Metropolitan Planning Area Transportation Plans ................................................. 15 302 Transportation Data ............................................................................................ 17 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)..................................................................... 19 600 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) .......................................................... 19 Clean Air Planning ......................................................................................................... 22 700 Air Quality and Environmental Planning ............................................................... 22 Other Activities ............................................................................................................. 24 900 Reserve .............................................................................................................. 24 SECTION 3 – FUNDING .............................................................................................................. 25 Funding Summary ......................................................................................................... 25 Funding Comparisons ................................................................................................... 25 Funding Percentages ..................................................................................................... 25 Staff Months Worked ..................................................................................................... 26 Eligible Safe and Accessible Transportation Options Planning Activities ........................... 26 SECTION 4 – INDIRECT COST PLAN .......................................................................................... 27 12 Identification of Costs ................................................................................................... 27 Funding Sources ........................................................................................................... 27 SECTION 5 – TRANSIT................................................................................................................ 29 44.21.00 Program Support & Administration .................................................................... 29 01 Transit System Management (TSM) ...................................................................... 29 44.24.00 Short Range Transportation Planning ................................................................ 32 01 Transit Development Plan (TDP) .......................................................................... 32 02 Future Service Analysis and Enhancement ........................................................... 34 03 Current Service Enhancement ............................................................................. 36 44.25.00 Transportation Improvement Program ............................................................... 38 01 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) .......................................................... 38 44.27.00 Other Activities ................................................................................................ 40 01 Implementation of the ADA ................................................................................. 40 Transit Funding ............................................................................................................. 42 APPENDIX A – PUBLIC COMMENTS RECIEVED ......................................................................... 44 13 Metropolitan Planning Area Boundary Map 14 Page | 1 SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION Abbreviations & Acronyms Used in the Work Program ADA Americans with Disabilities Act CMAQ CTSP Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Community Transportation Safety Plan FHWA Federal Highway Administration FTA Federal Transit Administration FY/FFY Fiscal Year/Federal Fiscal Year. The local and state government fiscal year runs from July 1 - June 30. The Federal fiscal year runs from October 1 - September 30. FAST Act Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act or FAST Act. The five-year surface transportation bill signed by President Obama on December 4, 2015. The new law replaces the previous act known as Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century, or MAP-21. GIS IIJA Geographic Information System Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was Passed by Congress on November 15, 2021, authorizing funding for Federal transportation programs for the five-year period from 2022-2026. LRTP The Long-Range Transportation Plan is the 20-year planning document for the Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Area. The MPO updates the LRTP every five years through an extensive consultation process to address multimodal transportation needs and investments. MDT MPO Montana Department of Transportation Metropolitan Planning Organization is the agency designated by Federal law to administer the federally required transportation planning process in a metropolitan area. An MPO must be in place in every urbanized area with a population of 50,000 or greater. The MPO is responsible for the LRTP and the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The MPO is the coordinating agency for grants, billings, and policy- making for transportation. NTD PL National Transit Database PL funds are those available for MPOs to carry out the metropolitan transportation planning process required by 23 USC §134, including the development of metropolitan area transportation plans and transportation improvement programs. Apportionments of PL funds are addressed in 23 USC §104(f). TAM TDP TIP Transit Asset Management Transit Development Plan Transportation Improvement Program. Updated regularly, the TIP lists priority projects and project segments scheduled for implementation over a five-year period. The TIP describes the cost and funding source for each project. TPCC Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee. The policy body for the MPO, TPCC, is responsible for prioritizing Federal aid projects in the Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Area. Composed of local elected officials and appointed regional and state officials, the TPCC approves the LRTP, TIP and UPWP. TTAC Transportation Technical Advisory Committee. Provides technical expertise to TPCC by reviewing and recommending revisions to the planning process, data collection, and forecasts, and federally mandated documents such as the LRTP. The MPO staff provides support to TTAC and TPCC. 15 Page | 2 UPWP UTD Unified Planning Work Program. A document prepared annually by the Metropolitan Planning Organization describing transportation planning activities to be conducted during the Federal fiscal year (10/1 - 9/30). Urban Transportation District. 16 Page | 3 The Work Program and Its Purpose The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) describes transportation planning activities that will occur in the metropolitan area during the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) that runs from October 1 through September 30. The Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) develops the UPWP annually for review and approval by local, state, and federal transportation officials. The Gallatin Valley Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) and Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee (TPCC) approve the final UPWP locally and then forward it to the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for final approval. The UPWP contains work elements such as administration, public involvement and long and short- range planning. Each element describes objectives, accomplishments for the past fiscal year and planned activities for the next year. Each element identifies the agency responsible for proposed activities and resources needed, including staff hours, dollar amounts and funding sources. The Gallatin Valley MPO is newly formed following the results of the 2020 Census which announced the Bozeman Urban Area population to be 59,080 meeting the population threshold of 50,000 requiring the designation and formation of an MPO per 23 U.S.C. §134. Therefore, this UPWP is the first for the Gallatin Valley MPO and is intended to describe the transportation planning activities that will occur in the metropolitan area for October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025. Federal Guidance The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was passed by Congress on November 15, 2021, authorizing funding for Federal transportation programs for federal fiscal years 2022-2026. The IIJA effectively replaced the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act and the prior infrastructure act Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) Act. The IIJA retains FAST Act’s ten planning factors. The MPO is required, per 23 USC 134(h)(1), to consider these factors when developing transportation plans, programs, and projects: 1. Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global competitiveness, productivity, and efficiency. 2. Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users. 3. Increase the security of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users. 4. Increase the accessibility and mobility of people and for freight. 5. Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, improve the quality of life, and promote consistency between transportation improvements and State and local planned growth, housing, and economic development patterns. 6. Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between modes, people, and freight. 7. Promote efficient system management and operation. 8. Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system. 9. Improve resiliency and reliability of the transportation system and reduce or mitigate stormwater impacts of surface transportation. 10. Enhance travel and tourism. 17 Page | 4 Performance Measures Passage by Congress of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act continues MAP-21 and FAST Act’s focus on performance-based planning and project selection. Establishment of a performance- and outcome-based program was a key feature of MAP-21 and FAST Act and continues under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The MPO will track performance measures and report to committees, agencies, and the public on progress toward meeting the measures. The national goal areas that the performance measures address include safety, infrastructure condition, congestion reduction, system reliability, freight movement, environmental sustainability, and reduced delays in project delivery. Rather than establish independent performance measure targets for the Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Area, the Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee signed a Performance-Based Planning Agreement supporting state performance targets established by MDT, in coordination with Montana MPOs, on August 21, 2024. The MPO supports the state targets for applicable performance measures under federal regulation 23 CFR §490 and will support the Gallatin Valley Urban Transportation District (UTD) for associated transit performance measures under federal code 49 USC 5326(c) and 49 USC 5329(d). Thus, the MPO will plan and program projects that contribute toward relevant targets for each performance measure. Safety Within this work program, staff hours and planning funds will contribute to continued implementation of the Bozeman SAFE Plan recommendations (Physical Improvements, Policy Enhancements, the 2013 Bozeman Community Transportation Safety Plan (CTSP) recommendations (Inattentive Driving Crashes, Seat Belts/ Occupant Protection Use, Bicycle and Pedestrian Crashes), as well as continued data collection and analysis. These efforts will work to address actions within the three emphasis areas identified in the CTSP (Alcohol and Impaired Driving Crashes, Occupant Protection/Seatbelt Use, and Bicycle and Pedestrian Crashes), as well as track progress on current measures to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries. Pavement and Bridge Condition Efforts included in this work program, such as the Long-Range Transportation Plan and data collection, will track pavement and bridge condition as well as prioritize improvement of existing facilities. The plans and data will help identify the most critical needs, bringing overall system condition up to meet performance targets set for the state. Freight Ongoing data collection and analysis will support efforts at the state level to improve system performance for freight and the movement of goods and services. 18 Page | 5 Air Quality The Gallatin Valley is an air quality attainment area and is therefore not subject to conformity requirements under the Clean Air Act or the on-road mobile source emissions performance measures under 23 CFR §490 for the criteria pollutants (PM2.5, PM10, CO, VOC, or NOx). Therefore, there are no air quality requirements for the Gallatin Valley MPO per 23 CFR §450. However, the Gallatin Valley MPO will support the statewide CMAQ total emissions reduction performance measures, under 23 CFR §490, in its planning and programming processes as detailed in a separate Performance-Based Planning Agreement. Additionally, the GVMPO will support criteria pollutant reduction efforts to prevent the Gallatin Valley from exceedances and non-attainment designation. The GVMPO will monitor local air quality and adjust future work as needed. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) The IIJA includes federal requirements to dedicate at least 2.5 percent of the annual PL allocation to safe and accessible transportation options and complete streets planning activities. Section 11206 of the IIJA defines complete streets activities as “standards or policies that ensure the safe and adequate accommodation of all users of the transportation system, including pedestrians, bicyclists, public transportation users, children, older individuals, individuals with disabilities, motorists, and freight vehicles.” The IIJA does allow for flexibility for states or MPOs to opt out of SATO requirements if they can demonstrate adopted Complete Streets standards and policies and has developed an up-to-date Complete Streets prioritization plan. Currently, the Gallatin Valley MPO does not have an officially adopted Complete Streets policy, and the Long-Range Transportation Plan will include prioritized SATO projects. Opting out of SATO requirements must be submitted and approved by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation no later than 30 days before funds are apportioned. To meet the SATO requirements of IIJA, this UPWP details eligible activities under each work element, along with estimated cost for each of those activities within the existing work plan. These dedicated funds and activities are summarized in Table 5. Based on the PL allocation for FY2024 and FY2025, a minimum of $16,518 must be dedicated to SATO activities. Public Involvement Development of the UPWP included discussion at the July and August 2024 TTAC and TPCC meetings and included opportunities for public review and comment on the draft up to and including the date of adoption by the TPCC. The MPO provided opportunity for public input, included drafts in the publicly available committee agendas and informed the public on the MPO’s website. These outreach efforts listed the meetings where the public could comment on the draft UPWP: • Transportation Technical Advisory Committee, 7/10/24, 8/7/24 • Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee, 6/26/24, 7/24/24, 8/21/24 Final approval of the FFY 2025 UPWP was completed at the TPCC meeting on August 21, 2024. 19 Page | 6 The MPO will also accept comments and answer questions in person, by mail, e-mail and telephone following posting of the draft UPWP. The MPO has updated the document based on comments received from MDT and the public on the UPWP. 20 Page | 7 SECTION 2 – WORK PROGRAM Program Support and Administration 100 Program Administration Objectives Administer the transportation planning process as staff to the Gallatin Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), as well as support the transportation planning activities of local, state and federal agencies. Provide staff support to the Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee and assist other boards, commissions, and committees in the planning process. Inform local governments and the public regarding transportation planning activities. Keep transportation staff skills current and maintain staff exposure to current best practices and technologies related to multimodal transportation planning, safety, transportation demand management and other related activities. Staff will maintain CM credits with professional associations. Staff will attend trainings virtually and in-person; each staff will attend one in-state conference and one national conference. Maintain contact with, provide input to and receive feedback from various local, regional, state, and federal agencies, committees, and groups. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • Begin the process necessary to carry out all federally required transportation planning activities in all portions of the Metropolitan Planning Area. • Perform all administrative functions of the transportation planning work program. Program management activities may include, but will not be limited to, correspondence, public relations, employee guidance, program organization, consultant liaison, staff meeting attendance, employee supervision, Title VI and non-discrimination conformance, and preparation of contracts and various office tasks. Activities will also include the preparation of quarterly progress and expenditure reports and transmission of reports to MDT to maintain federal and state funding support. • Conduct a self-certification to assure compliance with federal regulations outlined in 23 CFR §420, §450.306, and §450.336. The self-certification includes a review of the basic items required by law, including the Governor’s Designation (§450.310), Agreements (§450.314) and Public Involvement Policies (§450.316). This review will confirm that the basic documents are current and on file and that the MPO, TTAC and TPCC are fulfilling the roles and responsibilities as required. • MPO staff will: o Participate in recognized and approved training programs and webinars to improve staff skills and capabilities. o Maintain planning expertise through enrollment in transportation planning courses. 21 Page | 8 o Pursue training and innovative practices related to safe and accessible transportation options planning activities. o Obtain prior approval from MDT before attending any conferences or training that require out-of-state travel per 2 CFR §200.475. o Staff will attend MPO related training with MDT and other related entities. o Attend one local conference (such as the Montana Association of Planners Conference) and one national conference (such as AMPO, APA, NACTO, or similar). o Obtain and/or maintain relevant professional memberships. • Participate in and encourage increased cooperation between state and local agencies, departments, and governing bodies. Serve as both coordinator and participant in many of these meetings and committee gatherings. • Work with other MPOs and agencies to assess IIJA opportunities and challenges, including grant applications and implementation of new rules, such as the required SATO planning activities. • Ensure MPO participation with other agencies and groups, as required by the IIJA. • Work to incorporate IIJA performance measures into MPO transportation plans and programs. • Track and review grant notices, coordinate with the Cities, County, and MDT on grant application activities. Product The proposed activities will be to begin an effective and expeditious implementation of an ongoing administrative program, help to ensure a well-informed and competent staff, and foster a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive (3-C’s) planning process. Products include federally required MPO agreements, updated policies, quarterly reports, and invoices, as well as annual maintenance agreements for software and data collection equipment. • Have an adopted Title VI Plan • Keep relevant governing bodies informed of staff activities and work plan progress. Staffing 876 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 100 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 672 Planner I 204 Total GVMPO 876 Total 876 Non-personnel Costs for Work Activity 100 Gallatin Valley MPO $ 1,500 Productivity Software (Adobe) $ 2,500 In-State Conferences with travel and accommodations $ 5,500 Out-of-State Conferences with travel and accommodations $ 1000 Travel $ 500 Software Maintenance for Data Collection Equipment 22 Page | 9 $ 2,500 Computer station and IT equipment $ 5,000 APBP, AMPO, APA/MAP Associations and Certifications $ 1,000 Books, Manuals, Guides $ 20,000 Office setup for second staff member $ 5,000 Civil Rights Accommodation Reserve Funding for Work Activity 100 – Program Administration FFY 2025 Agency PL State Local Totals GVMPO $110,500 $0 $0 $110,500 TOTALS $110,500 $0 $0 $110,500 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO will be responsible for administering the planning process. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 0 percent of MPO staff time be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on meeting the required allocation through the LRTP. 101 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Objective Define transportation and transportation-related planning activities anticipated within the MPA during the coming year. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • Develop a UPWP that contains a task-by-task discussion of projects that are to be undertaken during the program year, funding and staffing information and a schedule for each project. • Review the UPWP at the local, state, and federal levels annually. • Solicit public comments through TTAC and TPCC meetings regarding any proposed UPWP activity and incorporate such comments in the UPWP. • Include SATO reporting as required by IIJA Section 11206. 23 Page | 10 • Submit quarterly reports and invoices on eligible PL and 5303 activities throughout FFY 2025. Product The proposed activities will contribute to a well-defined work program that documents MPO and Transit transportation planning activities. • Quarterly reports submitted. • UPWP for FFY 2026 that has solicited public and stakeholder input through the TTAC and TPCC meetings. Staffing 134 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 101 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 119 Planner I 15 Total GVMPO 134 Total 134 Funding for Work Activity 101 – Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) FFY 2025 Agency* PL State Local Totals GVMPO** $10,500 $0 $0 $10,500 TOTALS $10,500 $0 $0 $10,500 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO will coordinate with MDT and Gallatin Valley UTD to develop the UPWP. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 0 percent of MPO staff time be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on meeting the required allocation through the LRTP. 102 Public Involvement and Service Objective Prepare and disseminate transportation-related information to the community. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for 24 Page | 11 the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • MPO staff will facilitate development of an MPO Public Participation Plan as required under 23 CFR 450.316. • The MPO will supply transportation information to City and County agencies, and outside parties, by assisting in the development of information for: o Private individuals or groups to aid in their decisions. o Legislative purposes at the local, state, and federal level. o Ensure consistency between the transportation planning goals of the LRTP and other applicable local plans and policies. • Development and maintenance of the Gallatin Valley MPO web pages and potential social media presence regarding transportation planning activities. • Through use of its web page, social media, and other means, the MPO will prepare and distribute information to encourage public understanding and support and make plans and other transportation information available to the public. • The MPO will prepare transportation information for use in coordinating other urban development programs. • The MPO will solicit community involvement, disseminate, and communicate information related to the implementation of the Long-Range Transportation Plan. • The MPO will expand outreach opportunities & tools to be resilient to changes in engagement strategy. MPO staff will continue to research and implement innovative methods to engage the community. Examples include virtual meeting tools, online engagement, and use of other stakeholder networks to reach underserved populations using culturally appropriate methods. Product The proposed activities will support a public involvement process that emphasizes community education regarding transportation concerns, needs and issues. Other products include: • Gallatin Valley MPO Public Participation Plan • Improvements to Gallatin Valley MPO website, www.gvmpo.com, that includes all required aspects and a solid base for building it out as we develop transportation planning products. This includes the layouts, integrations and related to provide information to the public in an intuitive manner. • Monthly updates posted to website – starting around April 2025 – related the program to support education, encouragement, participation, and partnership. • For purposes of budget estimates, staff anticipates facilitating two LRTP public meetings, attending 15 existing community meetings and three special events associated with community engage and the LRTP. This may change as we develop our public participation plan for the MPO, community engagement plan for the LRTP and project timelines with the consultant. • Staff will incorporate new tools for community engagement into the website and stay up-to- date on the most recent information on best practices and ensure multiple language access on the website and be available for Spanish interpretation. 25 Page | 12 Staffing 650 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 102 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 344 Planner I 306 Total GVMPO 650 Total 650 Funding for Work Activity 102 – Public Involvement and Service FFY 2025 Agency PL State Local Totals GVMPO** $45,000 $0 $0 $45,000 TOTALS $45,000 $0 $0 $45,000 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO, MDT, and Gallatin Valley UTD will be responsible for public involvement with their respective plans and responding to information requests. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 0 percent of MPO staff time be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on meeting the required allocation through the LRTP. Long Range Planning – System Level 300 Long Range Transportation Plan Objective Oversee the development, preparation, and adoption of a Gallatin Valley MPO LRTP that addresses the long and short-range transportation needs of the metropolitan planning area and identifies new transportation policies and facilities. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • Evaluate progress on goals and objectives outlined in the adopted planning documents from City of Belgrade, City of Bozeman, and Gallatin County, including and not limited to: 26 Page | 13 o Belgrade Long Range Transportation Plan o Bozeman Transportation Master Plan o Greater Triangle Area Transportation Plan o Triangle Area Trails Plan o PRAT Plan – Parks, Recreation and Active Transportation Plan o Bozeman SAFE Plan o 2013 Bozeman Community Transportation Safety Plan • Develop and post an RFP to secure consultant services for the MPO’s LRTP. • Kick off the development of the MPO’s LRTP, and conduct long-range planning activities, including: o Conducting community engagement. o Reviewing and refining performance measures. o Performing a needs assessment. o Development and scoring of Long-Range Transportation Plan projects. o Developing a fiscally constrained project list. o Developing MPO recommendations. • Staff anticipates the entire process to last 18-24 months from consultant selected to adoption. While this is expected to span two years, the worked conducted within this UPWP is estimated with the following timeline for the LRTP: o October - December 2024:  Issue RFP, select contracted consultant via committee.  Establish project timelines, administrative details,  Develop advisory structures, e.g., technical, political and community.  Community engagement plan  Work with MDT to establish number of modeling scenarios we will run as part of the LRTP process. o January – March 2025:  Review of existing plans, demographics  Data Collection o April - June 2025:  Kick off meetings: Technical, Policy, Public  Additional technical analysis  Review current and projected TAZ figures with land use agencies for modeling due diligence and build relationships with land-use planning staff. o July – September 2025:  First phase of scenario / alternatives for modeling assumptions  Prepare for continued work in FFY 2026. • The LRTP is likely to include additional analysis of transit as the UTD has budgeted for specific analysis to be determined by their board when we write the SOW for the LRTP. • Consider the development of how to display Data Dashboards of performance measures. Product The proposed activities advance the MPO’s development of the Gallatin Valley MPO Long-Range Transportation Plan and will result in detailed analysis of existing conditions, public input, and long- range transportation needs. The MPO will update needed projects, policies, and programs for the region, produce a fiscally constrained project list, and provide recommendations to guide transportation improvements and support the LRTP’s guiding principles, goals, and objectives. 27 Page | 14 Each of these components will contribute to the draft Long Range Transportation Plan, which is expected to be completed in FFY 2026. Staffing 620 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 300 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 518 Planner I 102 Total GVMPO 620 Total 620 Non-personnel Costs for Work Activity 302 Gallatin Valley MPO $ 300,000 Consultant Services Funding for Work Activity 300 – Long Range Transportation Plan FFY 2025 Agency PL State Local Totals GVMPO** $348,000 $0 $0 $348,000 TOTALS $348,000 $0 $0 $348,000 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO will be responsible for implementation of the Gallatin Valley MPO Long Range Transportation Plan. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 2.5 percent of MPO staff time will be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on an estimated average of 5 percent of work completed during the LRTP process will focus specifically on bike-walk safety and ADA accessibility; this includes gathering data, soliciting public input, 301 Metropolitan Planning Area Transportation Plans Objective Begin to understand the variety of needs within the community, specific to areas that have been deemed a high priority within local plans and with previous efforts. This will help MPO staff begin to analyze how best to address long and short-range transportation needs of the MPA, including key bicycle and pedestrian gaps. 28 Page | 15 While Metropolitan Planning Area transportation plans are components of the LRTP, this “mini study” will help new staff understand valuable context of a key pinch point for bicycle and pedestrian traffic. This will help inform the transportation planning and data collection process. Staff will share additional transportation analysis to ensure proactive and collaborative planning for the region. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • Review and provide next step recommendations for bicycle and pedestrian transportation infrastructure at the spur connection between East Valley Center Rd and Frontage Rd, passing under I-90 and crossing rail ROW. Product The proposed activities will contribute to development of: • MPO staff will understand the history and context of the previous analysis of this intersection, better understand bicycle and pedestrian movements, and multimodal issues. • Develop next steps alternatives to be carried forward as appropriate. • This analysis conducted by staff will help inform the LRTP. Staffing 180 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 302 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 140 Planner 40 Total GVMPO 180 Total 180 Funding for Work Activity 302 – Transportation Data FFY 2025 Agency PL State Local Totals GVMPO $15,000 $0 $0 $15,000 TOTALS $15,000 $0 $0 $15,000 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). 29 Page | 16 Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO, MDT, City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, County of Gallatin, and the Gallatin Valley UTD will cooperate to ensure the efficient acquisition and analysis of transportation data. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 0 percent of MPO staff time be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on meeting the required allocation through the LRTP. 302 Transportation Data Objective Collect and maintain data necessary to review various transportation plans and programs. Support efforts to implement GIS program in coordination with cartographers and GIS specialists. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 The Gallatin Valley MPO will initiate our data and count program, which involves assessing needs, designing a classification system, acquiring hardware, and allocating staff resources. Additionally, we will develop systems for integrating the data with GIS, acknowledging that full integration is likely to extend beyond one year. • Maintain socio-economic and land use transportation data to supplement the metropolitan transportation planning process. • Collect, maintain, and disseminate traffic data meeting FHWA requirements and multimodal needs to supplement the metropolitan transportation planning process. Given that this is a new process with several unknowns, and considering limited staff capacity, there are funds allocated to an on-call consultant to potentially assist with program development and/or implementation if needed. • Work with MDT on the determining the location, programming, and installation of Continuous Count Stations within the MPA. • Collect and analyze data pertaining to performance measures developed for the regional transportation system, based on the guidelines of the LRTP. • Increase the use of GIS programs to monitor and make available transportation-related data through an LRTP Data Dashboard or similar. • Capture and maintain travel demand model data for future uses including monitoring of plan progress. • Collect and analyze data pertaining to performance measures developed for the regional transportation system to help inform the LRTP. • Gain insights into regional transportation modeling, and the trade-offs associated with locally hosting a regional model and working the MDT’s modeling team. • Attend relevant trainings and conduct research into best practices for multimodal data collection, analysis, and data management. 30 Page | 17 • Produce and contribute to the production of relevant data graphics, infographics, and related visual communication techniques. • Collect and analyze data pertaining to performance measures developed for the regional transportation system, based on the guidelines of the LRTP. • Work with federal, state, and local agencies to improve current performance tracking methods. The MPO will track performance measures and provide regular reporting to the TTAC and TPCC and the public, subject to the availability of related data. Product The proposed activities will ensure updated records pertinent to all aspects of transportation planning and that the MPO has the foundational aspects of a traffic data collection program in place to collect, store and share the data. • Have the beginnings to a transportation data collection system that will include motorized and non-motorized counts. • Have multimodal short-term count hardware and begin to develop the processes for deploying, collecting, and sharing transportation data. • Collect and utilize transportation data from existing sources for use in our LRTP. • Begin the integrations of the multimodal traffic data into GIS and the MPO website. This will be an ongoing process but the MPO will have the beginnings of a sustainable process developed. • Two continuous count stations, developed in conjunction with MDT: one on an arterial and a second on a collector or minor arterial. Staffing 601 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 302 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 241 Planner I 360 Total GVMPO 601 Total 601 Non-personnel Costs for Work Activity 302 Gallatin Valley MPO $ 8,000 Short-term count/classify hardware $16,000 Bicycle-pedestrian short-term count hardware $ 1,000 Installation tools $ 30,000 On-Call Consultant $ 25,000 Continuous Count Station 31 Page | 18 Funding for Work Activity 302 – Transportation Data FFY 2025 Agency PL State Local Totals GVMPO $127,500 $0 $0 $127,500 TOTALS $127,500 $ $0 $127,500 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO, MDT, City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, County of Gallatin, and the Gallatin Valley UTD will cooperate to ensure the efficient acquisition and analysis of transportation data. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 0 percent of MPO staff time be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on meeting the required allocation through the LRTP. Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 600 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Objective Develop a viable five-year program of transportation projects. TIP Development Process Project Selection: The MPO will identify and select projects for the TIP through an annual process. The process includes the TTAC, TPCC, agencies and interested citizens. The intent of the process is to identify projects in the current LRTP that are suitable additions to the TIP for the upcoming five- year implementation period. Project Phasing: For each project, the sponsoring agency or department establishes phases according to the project’s priority, the amount of available funds and the estimated completion time. Project Information: Each project in the TIP includes the following information: 1. Sufficient information to identify the project (type of work, length, termini, etc.). 2. Estimated total cost and the amount of Federal funds to be obligated during the program year. 3. Proposed sources of Federal and non-Federal funds; and 4. Funding recipient and State and local agencies responsible for carrying out the project. State Review of Project Costs: MDT reviews the cost of projects listed in the Funding Tables in light of available funding. 32 Page | 19 Final Review and Approval: The TTAC reviews the TIP and then forwards it to TPCC for review and approval. The MPO then submits the TIP to MDT for approval. MDT then submits to FHWA/FTA for review. The MPO submits the approved TIP to MDT for use in developing the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). The STIP incorporates the MPO’s TIP by reference. The STIP is submitted for approval by FHWA and FTA. Gallatin Valley UTD will contribute to the development and maintenance (amendments/modifications) of the TIP annually and coordinate with MPO staff to ensure that the TIP accurately reflects transit projects. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • The MPO will begin to develop the first TIP likely for FFY 2027-2032 during the LRTP planning process while including the public in the process and ensuring congruency with other plans. Product The proposed activities will ensure a current and viable list of multi-modal transportation improvements for the Gallatin Valley MPA within a determined timeline. • The MPO will be well on our way to developing a list of projects within the LRTP process. However, the TIP finalization is estimated to be completed in FFY 2026 as the MPO finishes the LRTP process. Staffing 9 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 600 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 6 Planner 3 Total GVMPO 9 Total 9 Funding for Work Activity 600 – TIP FFY 2025 Agency PL State Local Totals GVMPO** $1,000 $0 $0 $1,000 TOTALS $1,000 $0 $0 $1,000 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. 33 Page | 20 ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO, the City of Belgrade, City of Bozeman, and Gallatin County will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the TIP. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 0 percent of MPO staff time be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on meeting the required allocation through the LRTP. Clean Air Planning 700 Air Quality and Environmental Planning Objective Proactively monitor air quality and consider methods for continued compliance with national standards. The coordination of air quality and transportation plans and programs will be implemented to the extent appropriate and in accordance with applicable requirements. Other environmental factors such as noise, water quality, aesthetics, etc., will be considered to the extent appropriate during major transportation planning decisions in accordance with applicable requirements. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • Monitor local air quality to ensure the MPO meets requirements. • Review local water, air quality and related plans to get a baseline understanding of needs and opportunities. • Assess approaches to connect active transportation infrastructure with water and air quality. Product The proposed activities will produce: • Be well into the process of developing current and valid transportation plan that considers air quality, water quality, noise, and environmental linkages. • Deeper understanding of how to mitigate environmental impacts associated with development of transportation projects. • Conduct high-level environmental reviews as could be needed during the day-to-day operations of carrying out activities of the UPWP. 34 Page | 21 Staffing 50 hours – GVMPO Staffing Hours for Work Activity 700 GVMPO POSITIONS HOURS MPO Manager 40 Planner I 10 Total GVMPO 50 Total 50 Funding for Work Activity 700 – Air Quality & Environmental Planning FFY 2025 Agency* PL State Local Totals GVMPO** $4,000 $ $ $4,000 TOTALS $4,000 $ $ $4,000 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local funds provided by the City of Bozeman (50%), City of Belgrade (25%), and Gallatin County (25%). Functional Agency Responsibility The MPO will incorporate air and water quality planning into local transportation planning. Safe and Accessible Transportation Options (SATO) A conservative estimated 0 percent of MPO staff time be supportive of eligible activities as outlined in IIJA. This percentage was determined based on meeting the required allocation through the LRTP. Other Activities 900 Reserve Objective Provide for the accounting of available non-programmed funds in the current UPWP and provide funding toward additional transportation planning activities and/or studies as approved by the TTAC and TPCC. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 None. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 This work element is utilized for accounting purposes only. No specific work activities may be charged to this work element. Product None. 35 Page | 22 SECTION 3 – FUNDING TABLE 1: FUNDING SUMMARY FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2025 WORK ELEMENT FUNDING SOURCES FY 2025 PL* LOCAL EST. COST 100 Administration $110,500 $110,500 101 UPWP $10,500 $10,500 102 Public Involvement $45,000 $45,000 300 Long Range Plan $348,000 $348,000 301 Planning Area Transportation Plans $15,000 $15,000 302 Data $127,500 $127,500 600 TIP $1,000 $1,000 700 Air Quality $4,000 $4,000 900 Reserve $198,576 $198,576 TOTAL $860,076 $860,076 *PL Funds: 86.58% federal share, 13.42% state share. TABLE 2: FUNDING COMPARISONS WORK ELEMENT FY 2025 ESTIMATED COST FY 2024 ESTIMATED COST 100 Administration $110,500 N/A 101 UPWP $10,500 N/A 102 Public Involvement $45,000 N/A 300 Long Range Plan $348,000 N/A 301 Planning Area Transportation Plans $15,000 N/A 302 Data $127,500 N/A 600 TIP $1,000 N/A 700 Air Quality $4,000 N/A 900 Reserve $198,576 N/A TOTAL $860,076 N/A TABLE 3: FUNDING PERCENTAGES FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2025 WORK ELEMENT PL LOCAL TOTAL 100 Administration 100 0 100 101 UPWP 100 0 100 102 Public Involvement 100 0 100 300 Long Range Plan 100 0 100 301 Planning Area Transportation Plans 100 0 100 302 Data 100 0 100 600 TIP 100 0 100 700 Air Quality 100 0 100 900 Reserve 100 0 100 36 Page | 23 TABLE 4: STAFF MONTHS BY WORK ELEMENT FISCAL YEAR 2025 WORK ELEMENT MPO Manager Planner I TOTAL M.M. 100 4 1 5 101 1 1 102 2 2 4 300 3 1 4 301 0.5 0.5 302 1.5 2 3.5 600 700 900 TOTAL 12 6 18 *This table indicates approximately how many man months individual staff members work in each work element. TABLE 5: ELIGIBLE SAFE AND ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS (SATO) PLANNING ACTIVITY BY WORK ELEMENT FISCAL YEAR 2025 WORK ELEMENT FY 2025 ELIGIBLE SATO PLANNING ACTIVITY ESTIMATED COST FY 2024 ELIGIBLE SATO PLANNING ACTIVITY ESTIMATED COST 100 Administration $0 $0 101 UPWP $0 $0 102 Public Involvement $0 $0 300 Long Range Plan $17,400 $0 301 Planning Area Transportation Plans $0 $0 302 Data $0 $0 600 TIP $0 $0 700 Air Quality $0 $0 900 Reserve $0 $0 TOTAL $17,400 * The 2.5% PL Funding set-aside for Alternative Modes Planning activities have an FY 2022 match ration of 86.58% Federal Share/13.42% State Share and are eligible for 100% Federal Share in FFY2023 and FFY2024. 37 Page | 24 SECTION 4 – INDIRECT COST PLAN Introduction The following plan has been developed to provide a procedure to be followed in preparing reimbursement requisitions for 23 USC 104(d) and FTA Section 5303 funds received by the Gallatin Valley UTD on behalf of the MPO. Identification of Costs The costs encountered in carrying out this Unified Planning Work Program are delineated below by type: Salaries & Wages Benefits Supplies and Materials Regular Earnings PERS Office Supplies Additional Earnings Health/Dental Insurance Computer Supplies Vacation Life Insurance Computers & Services Sick Leave F.I.C.A. Clothing & Uniform Workers’ Comp Gasoline and Oil Books & Reference Maintenance Utilities Contracted Services Office Equipment Telephone Consultants & Professional Svcs General Maintenance Contracts Travel/Training Other Other Personal Services Training / In-State Advertising Pension GASB68 Travel / Out-of-State Subscriptions Postage Dues & Certifications Insurance Rents & Leases General Allocation of Costs The MPO will charge direct costs to the work program line items to which they apply. The MPO will keep a record of staff time and expenditures to document expenses incurred against each line item. Benefits will be calculated at the actual rate the benefits cost for each line item, as recorded by the Human Resources Department. The degree of participation by each funding agency is based on the prorations that have been determined for each line item. Each funding agency will be billed their share of the total charges made against each line item according to the percentages indicated in Table 3 above. Funding Sources The degree of participation by each funding agency is based on the prorations which have been determined for each line item. Each agency will be billed their share of the total charges made against each line item according to the approved prorations. 38 Page | 25 Funding sources and amounts contained in the UPWP are as follows: PL* $860,076 TOTAL $860,076 *The matching ratio is Federal PL – 86.58% and State Match – 13.42%. Indirect Rate The MPO will utilize a de minimis indirect cost rate of 10% as allowed for in 2 CFR 200.414(f) for the period October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. 39 Page | 26 SECTION 5 – TRANSIT 44.21.00 PROGRAM SUPPORT & ADMINISTRATION 01 Transit Systems Management (TSM) Objectives To provide program support, general administration, and grant administration, and training in support of transit planning activities. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 All administrative functions necessary in support of transit planning and development will be performed under this work element. • Continuing to assess data-keeping and gathering practices with focus on further technology utilization and process improvements. • Quarterly progress and expenditure reports will be prepared and transmitted to the Montana Department of Transportation, Statewide and Urban Planning Section and Transit Section to maintain funding requirements. • Staff will execute grant administrative functions; staff will continue research and development regarding the utilization of FTA funding, including furthering innovative funding practices and partnerships. • Maintenance of coordination agreements with 5310 providers. • Research feasibility and make recommendations for capital grants. • Participation in recognized and approved training programs in order to improve skills and capabilities including further Grant Management programs as recommended. • Policy development including procedures, regulations, codes, and practices to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements as they relate to the transit planning process. • Policy and procedure development necessary for the Gallatin Valley Urban Transportation District (GVUTD) to meet the requirements for eligibility of FTA funding. • Coordination for transition of operations, assets, obligations, and responsibility for public transportation to the GVUTD. • Participate with the TTAC, TPCC, citizen advisory boards, and other committees throughout the community as needed. • Staff will update and maintain the FTA required Transit Asset Management Plan (TAM). • Staff will develop and implement the required Public Transit Agency Safety Plan, including annual updates as well as further research and development of best practices. • Staff will provide bus rider training to interested groups. • Dissemination of information for public transportation to visitors (including tourists) to the area. 40 Page | 27 Product • An ongoing administrative program to carry out the transit elements identified within this UPWP. • Administrative oversight and execution of transit planning and development functions including federally required plans. • Enhancement of transit staff skills and knowledge. • Proper maintenance and administration of grant related activities. Staffing 553.5 hours HRDC and/or GVUTD Staffing Hours for Work Activity - TSM HRDC POSITIONS HOURS Director 395.5 Coordinator 158 Total 553.5 Non-personnel Costs for Work Activity - TSM $ 3,000 Attorney costs Funding for Work Activity – TSM FFY 2025* Agency Local 5303 Totals HRDC** $4,271.21 $ 17,084.84 $ 21,356.05 TOTALS $4,271.21 $ 17,084.84 $ 21,356.05 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local match provided by HRDC and/or GVUTD. Functional Agency Responsibility The HRDC and/or GVUTD will be responsible for administering the planning process. 44.24.00 SHORT RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING 01 Transit Development Plan (TDP) Objectives The TDP describes existing facilities and projects needed for the next three to five years. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for 41 Page | 28 the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • Streamline will update the TDP and long-range strategic plan. Product The proposed activity will produce a compliant and up to date TDP. Staffing 80 hours HRDC and/or GVUTD Staffing Hours - TDP HRDC POSITIONS HOURS Director 40 Coordinator 40 Total 80 Funding Work Activity TDP – FFY 2025* Agency Local 5303 Totals HRDC** $ 438.46 $ 1,753.85 $ 2,192.31 TOTALS $ 438.46 $ 1,753.85 $ 2,192.31 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local match provided by HRDC. Functional Agency Responsibility HRDC will develop and maintain an up-to-date TDP. 02 Future Service Analysis and Enhancement Objectives To facilitate considerations of means to ensure citizens will have acceptable and improved public transportation alternatives in the future. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 Functions necessary in support of future transit planning and development will be performed under this work element. These activities necessitate the ongoing needs for route development and planning, which is split between this element and current service enhancements. Activities are as follows: 42 Page | 29 • Continue investigating feasibility of expanding service beyond existing limits and engage county stakeholders in discussion regarding potential for service to outlying areas. • Continue to analyze and evaluate current area government practices for right of way requirements. • Continued financial analysis and planning in support of further modified frequency and service in conjunction with TDP implementation. • Continue research on feasibility of, and make recommendations for, additional technology conveniences for passengers. • Bus stop audit, analysis, and preparation for design standards guidebook to inform future improvements. • Continuation of planning efforts regarding public and stakeholder involvement and input opportunities. • Facilitation of public meetings to support system improvements as well as specialized services for seniors and individuals with a disability. • Perform additional analysis of advertising revenue structure including comparisons to similar systems and populations to ensure equitable and sustainable advertising revenue generation. • Analyze, develop, and recommend opportunities for MPO and Transit collaboration on projects eligible for multiple funding sources to support integration of transit and overall surface transportation structure. • Plan and develop long range priorities for future transit enhancements through a strategic planning process. Coordination and participation with the cities and county to develop a Long Range Transportation Plan with equitable focus for transit. Product • Identification of and plans for efficient and effective transit service into the future. • Financial and capital analyses for future transit enhancements. • Identification and assistance in implementation of future system modifications. Staffing 160 hours HRDC and/or GVUTD Staffing Hours – Future Service Evaluation & Analysis HRDC POSITIONS HOURS Director 100 Coordinator 60 Total 160 Non-personnel Costs for Activity Future Service Evaluation & Analysis $ 15,000 Consultant for LRTP $ 3,000 Facilitator for Strategic Planning $ 10,000 Professional firm for Right of Way requirements 43 Page | 30 Funding – Future Service Evaluation & Analysis FFY 2025* Agency Local 5303 Totals HRDC** $ 6,632.37 $ 26,649.47 $ 33,111.84 TOTALS $ 6,632.37 $ 26,649.47 $ 33,111.84 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local match provided by HRDC. Functional Agency Responsibility The HRDC will be responsible for supporting future transit planning and development. 03 Current Service Analysis and Enhancement Objectives To improve service, ridership, and effectiveness of the existing transit system. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 Functions necessary in support of planning and development of enhancements to the current systems will be performed under this work element. These activities necessitate the needs for route development and planning, which is split between this element and future service enhancements. Activities are as follows: • Continue to develop and implement criteria for required items and make changes to amenities as needed; make recommendations on funding priorities. • Continue development and implementation of education and outreach strategies to guide market research, promote public awareness, and engagement to increase ridership. • Develop and implement further education and outreach programs to increase partnerships and other forms of participation. • Develop, prepare, and update data for publishing. • Procurement and implementation of further technology enhancements to the existing technology solutions system to gather data, improve efficiency, provide further customer conveniences, and enhance safety. • Assess automated passenger counter implementation and audit plan for approval of data reporting with the National Transit Database (NTD). • Assessment of current personnel usage for areas of improvement in utilization of resources and effectiveness; evaluate effectiveness of current operator staffing levels in support of Transit Development Plan recommended service implementation. • Maintain monthly ridership figures and summary figures for effective decision-making, complete related National Transit Database reports. 44 Page | 31 • Solicit and record public reaction to any modified routes, schedules, education efforts, and technology enhancements. • Assessment of current budgetary impact of recommended improvements. Product • Information relating to potential enhancements to existing service and system. • Recommendations for immediate improvements. • Information and recommendations on passenger education and outreach • Analysis of current system functions. • Budget alternatives. Staffing 236 hours HRDC and/or GVUTD Staffing Hours – Current Service Evaluation & Analysis HRDC POSITIONS HOURS Director 141 Coordinator 95 Total 236 Non-personnel Costs for Activity Current Service Evaluation & Analysis $ 50,000 Software and/or equipment for enhanced technology solutions Funding – Current Service Evaluation & Analysis FFY 2025* Agency Local 5303 Totals HRDC** $ 11,416.42 $ 45,665.69 $ 57,082.12 TOTALS $ 11,416.42 $ 45,665.69 $ 57,082.12 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local match provided by HRDC. Functional Agency Responsibility The HRDC will be responsible for support of planning and development of enhancements to the current system. 44.25.00 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM 01 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Objectives To maintain a viable five-year program of transit improvements for the Gallatin Valley MPO. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form 45 Page | 32 the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 Functions necessary in support of transit related project inclusion in the Transportation Improvement Program will be performed under this work element. Activities are as follows: • Streamline will develop and compile information on operating and capital projects for which Streamline plans to utilize grant assistance for inclusion in the TIP; this includes utilizing and updating the Streamline’s Coordination Plan, and other plans as required. • All applicable projects will be provided to the MPO for inclusion in the program. • Staff will monitor inclusion in the TIP and STIP to ensure ability to obtain federal Sections 5307, 5310 & 5339 and other applicable grants are not affected. Product • Monitoring of plans including Transit Asset Management, the Capital Improvement Program, and other relevant plans for related projects. • Annual inclusion of projects in TIP as necessary per FTA regulations. • Amendments to TIP as necessary to include new projects. Staffing 100 hours HRDC Staffing Hours - TIP HRDC POSITIONS HOURS Director 70 Coordinator 30 Total 100 Funding - TIP FFY 2025* Agency Local 5303 Totals HRDC** $ 655.00 $ 2,620.00 $ 3,275.00 TOTALS $ 655.00 $ 2,620.00 $ 3,275.00 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local match provided by HRDC and/or GVUTD. Functional Agency Responsibility HRDC and/or GVUTD will provide transit-related information to the City of Bozeman for the MPO's inclusion in the TIP document. 44.27.00 OTHER ACTIVITIES 01 Implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Objectives 46 Page | 33 Work jointly with City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, County of Gallatin, MDT and interested social service agencies to continue development of a coordinated transportation system for older adults and persons with disabilities. Provide technical assistance to the above agencies to encourage the most efficient use of community resources for specialized transportation and analyze criteria and orchestrate community participation in the development of a system ADA plan to include both accessible fixed-route service and comparable paratransit service, in a timely manner. Accomplishments in FFY 2024 The Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor on December 21, 2023. The local jurisdictions (City of Bozeman, City of Belgrade, and Gallatin County) worked to establish and form the MPO through 2023 and early 2024. Due to the above timeline, and this being the first UPWP for the Gallatin Valley MPO, to date there are no accomplishments to report which utilized federal transportation planning funding. Proposed Activities in FFY 2025 • Continue to research and develop the use of FTA funding as provided in the IIJA Act. • Increase efforts to provide outreach and education for social service professionals in the community and with senior groups. • Continue to evaluate and update the ADA Paratransit Plan as needed. • Review transportation projects including both new construction and retrofits with special consideration of provisions to meet planning goals related to older adults and persons with disabilities such as connectivity and accessibility in the public right of way. • Support continued implementation of the Bozeman Health Public Health Community Plan. • Provide accessibility accommodation at public meetings, walk audits, and other meetings as necessary. Product The proposed activities will ensure continued coordination of all specialized transportation activities. • Monitoring of plans including the agency ADA Paratransit Plan • Inclusion in community needs assessment evaluation • Coordination with groups and/or governments for accessibility Staffing 55 hours HRDC and/or GVUTD Staffing Hours – Implementation of ADA HRDC POSITIONS HOURS Director 35 Coordinator 20 Total 55 Funding – Implementation of ADA FFY 2025* Agency Local 5303 Totals HRDC** $ 341.54 $ 1,366.15 $ 1,707.69 47 Page | 34 TOTALS $ 341.54 $ 1,366.15 $ 1,177.69 * Gallatin Valley MPO was designated by the governor in December 2023. ** Local match provided by HRDC and/or GVUTD. Functional Agency Responsibility HRDC will continue to coordinate the development of a coordinated transportation system and community participation. TRANSIT FUNDING TABLE 1: TRANSIT FUNDING SUMMARY FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2025 WORK ELEMENT FUNDING SOURCES FY 2025 STAFF HOURS 5303* LOCAL EST. COST 44.21.00 Program Support & Administration 01-Transit System Management (TSM) $17,084.84 $4,271.21 $21,356.05 553.5 44.24.00 Short Range Transp. Planning 01-Transit Development Plan (TDP) $1,753.85 $438.46 $2,192.31 80 02-Future Service Analysis and Enhanc. $26,649.47 $6,662.37 $33,311.84 160 03-Current Service Analysis and Enhanc. $45,665.69 $11,416.42 $57,082.12 236 44.25.00 Transportation Improvement Prog. 01-TIP $2,620.00 $655.00 $3,275.00 100 44.27.00 Other Activities 01-Implementation of the ADA $1,366.15 $341.54 $1,707.69 55 TOTAL $95,140.00 $23,785.00 $114,168.00 1,184.50 *5303 Funds: 80% federal share, 20% state share. TABLE 2: TRANSIT FUNDING COMPARISONS WORK ELEMENT FY 2025 ESTIMATED COST FY 2024 ESTIMATED COST 44.21.00 Program Support & Administration 01-Transit System Management (TSM) $21,365.05 $0 44.24.00 Short Range Transp. Planning 01-Transit Development Plan (TDP) $2,192.31 $0 02-Future Service Analysis and Enhanc. $33,311.84 $0 03-Current Service Analysis and Enhanc. $57,082.12 $0 44.25.00 Transportation Improvement Prog. 01-TIP $3,275.00 $0 44.27.00 Other Activities 01-Implementation of the ADA $1,707.69 $0 TOTAL $118,925.00 $0 TABLE 3: TRANSIT FUNDING PERCENTAGES FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2025 WORK ELEMENT 5303 LOCAL TOTAL 48 Page | 35 44.21.00 Program Support & Administration 01-Transit System Management (TSM) 80 20 100 44.24.00 Short Range Transp. Planning 01-Transit Development Plan (TDP) 80 20 100 02-Future Service Analysis and Enhanc. 80 20 100 03-Current Service Analysis and Enhanc. 80 20 100 44.25.00 Transportation Improvement Prog. 01-TIP 80 20 100 44.27.00 Other Activities 100 01-Implementation of the ADA 80 20 100 TABLE 4: TRANSIT STAFF MONTHS BY WORK ELEMENT FISCAL YEAR 2025 WORK ELEMENT Director Operations Coordinator Comms & Outreach Coordinator TOTAL M.M. 44.21.00 01 12 12 5 29 44.24.00 01 9 9 9 27 02 9 6 3 18 03 9 6 3 18 44.25.00 01 3 1 0 4 44.27.00 01 4 1 1 6 TOTAL 46 35 21 102 Allocation of Costs Expenditures identified include direct costs, benefits at the rate of 20% of direct salary or wages, and indirect costs at the rate of 0% of direct salary or wages. HRDC uses a cost allocation plan for actual expenditures. Federal Transit Administration Section 5303 funding is available at an 80% reimbursement rate, meaning the local to FTA funding ratio for all categories is 20% local, 80% federal. 49 Page | 36 APPENDIX A PUBLIC COMMENTS RECEIVED MPO staff posted the draft of the Unified Planning Work Program on the City of Bozeman’s website with the agendas for TTAC and TPCC meetings. The MPO published the UPWP on the landing page of the MPO website from August 1 until August 20, welcoming public comment and noting the planned adoption of the document would take place on August 21, 2024. The vote on the final adoption by TPCC was held August 21, 2024. The attendance numbers below do not include committee members or staff present. TTAC – 7/10/24 & 8/7/24 Attendance at Meeting: 1 Public Comments on Draft UPWP: 6 TPCC – 7/24/24 & 8/21/24 Attendance at Meeting: 1 Public Comments on Draft UPWP: 2 The following public comments were received: Date Meeting Public Comment Staff Comment July 10, 2024 TTAC It was a little disconcerting reading through the document because there was an assumption that there would be no public comment on this document. Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your concern and want to assure you that public comments are valued and considered in the planning process. We strive to ensure all voices are heard and will take your input into account as we continue to refine the UPWP. July 10, 2024 TTAC As far as the counts go on the bicycles, “yes.” But would love to see you use existing Strava maps. Staff has programmed short-term bicycle and pedestrian counts into the UPWP. Strava can be an excellent supplemental resource. 50 Page | 37 July 10, 2024 TTAC There should be a way to figure out how to count what people want to have in place. Frontage Road and Baxter were good examples of, “Hey! It’s not safe to bicycle there, so you aren’t going to get any paths if very few people are using it.” The LRTP planning process will likely involve developing a vision, goals, and objectives to identify priority projects, using data as a reference. July 10, 2024 TTAC Might want to consider a model for railroad. How often do the trains run through? What are the backup counts on that? Modeling will be an ongoing discussion. We plan to begin addressing the assumptions for the LRTP scenarios starting in August or September 2025. Please note that regional models serve different purposes than corridor or intersection models. July 10, 2024 TTAC Concerned that the LRTP process means that we have to wait for the smaller studies that have been discussed already. The updated UPWP has 180 hours of staff time programmed examine the existing conditions and bicycle- pedestrian movements at the North Valley Center Spur area. July 10, 2024 TTAC As far as public comment goes, the document also said that there was a website. This document you are discussing isn’t even on the website. There is no Facebook plan. It wasn’t discussed in the Transportation Board. I don’t know whether it is going to Thank you for your comment regarding this brand-new process. We have enhanced the GVMPO website, available at gvmpo.com, and posted the UPWP for public comment with a prominent banner on the landing page. Additionally, links were included within the publicly available committee memos. Our staff is committed to further improving the accessibility and transparency. We welcome and encourage continued public 51 Page | 38 be, but it seems like the bottom is kind of falling out of public comment and I think there must be a way to vamp it up and get the word out so that people can participate if they choose. feedback on our plans and initiatives. Please also consider the Transportation Advisory Board is a City of Bozeman entity, while the MPO operates under its own governance structure. July 24, 2024 TPCC Wanted to briefly thank Jeff for allowing me to take him around northwest Bozeman. I appreciate him asking me a lot of really good questions. I am available to do that for anyone at any time. Thank you for sharing the important transportation planning context for that part of the MPO’s planning area. Your insights were extremely valuable. July 24, 2024 TPCC It looks like you’ve made some updates to the last draft that was put together. There is an appendix for public comment and it listed that one person had commented but there are no actual comments. I am wondering if there will be. Public comments have been incorporated. 52 Memorandum REPORT TO:Gallatin Valley MPO - Transportation Technical Advisory Committee FROM:Jeff Butts, MPO Manager SUBJECT:Performance Based Planning Agreement Update MEETING DATE:August 7, 2024 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Administration RECOMMENDATION:None. STRATEGIC PLAN:1.3 Public Agencies Collaboration: Foster successful collaboration with other public agencies and build on these successes. BACKGROUND:The TTAC recommended that the TPCC approve the Performance Based Planning Agreement with a proposed amendment to change the term from "perpetual" to "two years." The TPCC approved the agreement with the amended term during their July meeting. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None. ALTERNATIVES:As suggested by the Committee. FISCAL EFFECTS:None. Report compiled on: August 2, 2024 53 Memorandum REPORT TO:Gallatin Valley MPO - Transportation Technical Advisory Committee FROM:Jeff Butts, MPO Manager SUBJECT:At-Large TPCC Member Update MEETING DATE:August 7, 2024 AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Administration RECOMMENDATION:None. STRATEGIC PLAN:1.3 Public Agencies Collaboration: Foster successful collaboration with other public agencies and build on these successes. BACKGROUND:The TPCC membership includes an at-large member designated for an individual with education and/or experience in transportation engineering or planning. During their July meeting, the TPCC appointed Danae Giannetti to this role. For reference, Danae's application is attached. UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None. ALTERNATIVES:None. FISCAL EFFECTS:None. Attachments: GVMPO_TPCC_AtLarge_Giannetti.pdf Report compiled on: August 2, 2024 54 WELCOME Thank you for your interest in joining a City Board. The City of Bozeman elected officials and staff believe in the value of public participation and local governance in the decision-making process and encourage all interested members of our community to apply. As set forth in Resolution 5323, the City is committed to building Boards that advance the City’s goals of increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Because of this goal, the City is actively working to achieve membership that reflects, at the least, the demographics of our community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. CONTACT INFORMATION The City will need to communicate with all board members via email for a number of annual communications, so a valid email address is required for all applicants. Please notify the City Clerks' Office if your email address changes for any reason. The City will need to communicate with all board members via email for a number of annual communications, so a valid email address is required for all applicants. Please notify the City Clerks' Office if your email address changes for any reason. Please note that your application will become public information. All required fields are marked with a red asterisk *. STANDARDS OF CONDUCT Each official and employee serving on a multimember agency is expected to devote the time and effort necessary to ensure the successful functioning of such agency (Bozeman Municipal Code, Section 2.03.490.C.). Additional standards of conduct and norms are included in Resolution 5323. Applicant Information * Full Name Danae Giannetti * Residential Address 512 Sweetgrass Ave Bozeman Montana 59718 * Primary Phone (406) 579-6278 * Current Occupation Project Engineer * Employer WGM Group * Email danaegiannetti@gmail.com Which position are you applying for? Gallatin Valley MPO - Transportation Policy Coordinating Committee Do you live in City Limits? (Some positions do require you live within Bozeman city limits, while others do not.) Yes How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? 11 years or more * Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission? Yes Where, how long, and what Board? Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board, 2018-2020 * Please describe your professional and personal experiences, interest, and qualifications that make you a good fit for this board. I am a MT licensed professional engineer with over 10 yrs of experience including working for the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) in construction & road design, the Western Transportation Institute (WTI) doing applied research on multimodal transportation, and now as a transportation engineering consultant for municipalities around Montana. I am offering my knowledge and experience to the Gallatin Valley MPO during this exciting time of charting our community's transportation future. * The City of Bozeman strongly values diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Describe any efforts you have engaged in to expand your understanding of DEI. I've read industry articles and attended technical sessions at conferences (APBP & TRB) on DEI initiatives in transportation. I presented at JEC and continually advocate for using human-centered design thinking in developing transportation policies, programs, & projects. This philosophy results in a better understanding of the end users' needs rather than basing solutions on my own assumptions or biases. I believe this approach results in more equitable and inclusive transportation systems. 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