HomeMy WebLinkAboutPacket 03-19-2007_57-111_Authorize City Manager to sign 2007 Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan Update Professional Services Agreement
Commission Memorandum
REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM: Bob Murray, Project Engineer
Chris Kukulski, City Manager
SUBJECT: 2007 Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan Update
MEETING DATE: 3/19/07
BACKGROUND: Attached is a copy of the partially executed Agreement with Robert Peccia and
Associates for Professional Engineering Services for the 2007 Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan
Update. This is a joint City, County, and State update to the existing Transportation Plan. The document
is in the State’s standard format which is required for the project, but has been reviewed by the City’s
legal staff. The proposed fee of $225,670 for the project appears to be commensurate with the project
complexity and the proposed scope. Of the total fee, the City will be responsible for $105,670, the
County for $40,000, and the State for the remaining $80,000. The impact fee coordinating committee was
contacted about using up to $35,000 in impact fees to pay for the City’s portion. The vote was 3 in favor,
3 abstaining, and 3 not responding.
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize City Manager to sign.
FISCAL EFFECTS: This project will be funded with $75,000 from the Planning Department budget,
and $30,670 from street impact fees.
ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by the City Commission.
Respectfully submitted,
_________________________________ ____________________________
Robert J. Murray Jr., Project Engineer Chris A. Kukulski, City Manager
Attachments: Professional Services Agreement
Report compiled on 3/12/2007
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GREATER BOZEMAN AREA TRANSPORTATION PLAN (2007 UPDATE) CONTRACT THIS CONTRACT entered into this day of , 2007, between the City of Bozeman and Gallatin County, MONTANA, hereinafter referred to as the “Local Governing Authorities”, and Robert Peccia & Associates, Inc., hereinafter referred to as the “Consultant”, whose principal office is located at 825 Custer Avenue, Helena, Montana, 59601. WITNESSETH: THAT, WHEREAS, the Local Governing Authorities want the Consultant to furnish specific services of a technical nature; and WHEREAS, the Consultant agrees to furnish such services in accordance with the conditions herein provided and will carry out the duties and obligations imposed by the Contract; and WHEREAS, the Local Governing Authorities are designated to administer this contract, and the City of Bozeman Assistant Engineer is the contracting representative; NOW, THEREFORE, subject to the provisions herein set forth and in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the Consultant agrees to furnish, and the Local Governing Authorities agree to accept, the following services: The preparation of a multimodal transportation plan for the City of Bozeman and Gallatin County transportation study area, as described in Exhibit “A” to this contract and as otherwise described herein. ARTICLE I - SCOPE OF WORK SECTION 1 - GENERAL The Consultant shall furnish services including all labor, manpower, sub-contractual services, materials, supplies, equipment, travel, transportation, and professional services, and principal's time to provide a transportation plan for the City of Bozeman and Gallatin County transportation study area. The agreed to Scope of Work, prepared by the Consultant, dated February 2, 2007, and labeled Exhibit “A”, is attached and by this reference made a part of this agreement. SECTION 2 - OBLIGATION OF THE LOCAL GOVERNING AUTHORITIES TO THE CONSULTANT In addition to the obligations of the Local Governing Authorities to the Consultant listed elsewhere in this Contract, the Local Governing Authorities shall: A. Cooperate with the Consultant in making necessary arrangements with public officials and with such individuals as the Consultant may need to contact for advice, counsel and information.
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B. Furnish the Consultant with all previous studies relating to transportation in the City of Bozeman and Gallatin County. C. Provide all approvals of the Consultant's formal submittals in writing. If verbal approvals are first given in the interest of progressing the work, such verbal approvals shall be confirmed in writing by the Local Governing Authorities at the earliest possible time. D. Furnish the Local Governing Authorities' existing information pertinent to the project without charge to the Consultant. E. Give prompt written notice to the Consultant of any development that affects the scope or time of performance of the Consultant’s services, or any defect or nonconformance in the Consultant’s services or in the work of any subcontractor. SECTION 3 - CONFERENCES, INSPECTION OF WORK, PROGRESS REPORTS, AND LIAISON A. Conferences will be held as necessary between representatives of the Local Governing Authorities and the Consultant to review and discuss progress and any matters pertinent to the work. Additional compensation will not be made for those conferences. B. The Consultant will be responsible to and will report to the City of Bozeman Assistant Engineer for payment, submission of information, etc. All submittals will be made through the City of Bozeman Assistant Engineer, who will be the Consultant’s liaison. C. Requests for visits to the office of the Consultant may be made by the Local Governing Authorities, representatives of the Montana Department of Transportation, or Federal Highway Administration, in conjunction with any other party or parties for the purpose of review or inspection of the work. D. The Consultant shall furnish to the Local Governing Authorities a brief narrative progress report the first day of every month showing the status of the work to be performed. The report shall concisely describe the work accomplished during the period of the report and show the total percentage complete for each phase of the project. Mention should be made of any matters adversely affecting the progress of the work. E. The Consultant, when directed by the Local Governing Authorities, shall confer with public agencies and give consideration to their suggestions and plans. F. The Consultant shall submit to the Local Governing Authorities the professional history, classification and salary of each person assigned to the project. The Local Governing Authorities reserve the right to approve such personnel and will inform the Consultant of such approval in writing.
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ARTICLE II - TIME OF BEGINNING AND COMPLETION SECTION 1 - PROJECT COMPLETION TIME A. The Consultant agrees to start work on the professional services outlined in Article I of this Agreement within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice to proceed. B. The Consultant shall, within thirty (30) days following receipt of the notice to proceed, submit to the Local Governing Authorities for approval a Time & Work Schedule showing the proposed dates of beginning and completion of the pertinent stages of the work. C. The Consultant shall complete and deliver the final report to the Local Governing Authorities within eighteen (18) months of the notice to proceed. SECTION 2 - CHANGES A. Should the Local Governing Authorities deem it advisable or necessary to make any alteration which will increase the scope of work outlined in this Contract, the time limits specified herein may be adjusted as provided in this Contract. B. The Consultant shall make every effort to complete this work in accordance with the requirements of the Local Governing Authorities and shall improve on the above schedule if possible. C. If additional work is requested by the Local Governing Authorities or delays beyond the control of the Consultant prevent completion of this Contract in the time specified, the Local Governing Authorities may grant a time extension for any phases of the work provided the Consultant applies for one within ten (10) days after the alleged delay has occurred. ARTICLE III - PAYMENT SECTION 1 - PAYMENT FOR SERVICES For all services performed by the Consultant under this Contract, including all expenditures and expenses incurred by the Consultant, the Local Governing Authorities agree to pay up to but not more than the sum of Two Hundred Twenty Five Thousand Six Hundred Seventy Dollars and No Cents ($225, 670). A. Partial and Final Payments Monthly partial payments based on an approved percentage of completion will be made by the Local Governing Authorities as the work progresses. All costs related to this project are to be in conformance with 48 CFR 31.2 (Federal Procurement Regulations).
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Payments will be made pursuant to certified invoices in a form acceptable to the Local Governing Authorities. The original plus two copies of the certified invoices shall be submitted with each billing, along with three copies of the progress report. When the Consultant has completed the work in accordance with the terms of the Contract, they will certify to the completion of the project. The Local Governing Authorities reserve the right to withhold 5% of the contract amount until all just claims filed with the Local Governing Authorities against the contract have been settled. The submission of an affidavit of the final claim by the Consultant shall constitute full acceptance by him of the total amount shown as the entire amount due him under the Contract. B. Cost Estimate The attached cost estimate prepared by the Consultant, Exhibit “B” by this reference, is hereby made a part of this Contract. SECTION 2 - INSPECTION AND AUDIT All books, papers, records, payrolls, vouchers and invoices relating to costs and expenditures incurred in the performance of the services specified in Article I by the Consultant or any of its subcontractors, shall be made available to the Local Governing Authorities, the Montana Department of Transportation, the Legislative Auditor and Legislative Fiscal Analyst, the Federal Highway Administration or their authorized representatives, for audit and review, at the Consultant's offices, at reasonable times during the contract period and for three years after the date of final payment. SECTION 3 - TYPE OF CONTRACT The Consultant agrees that this is a professional services contract and that the Consultant is an independent contractor, not an employee of the Local Governing Authorities. It is further understood by the Consultant that no deductions from the payments under this Contract for federal or state tax, FICA, workers’ compensation, or other purposes will be withheld by the Local Governing Authorities. ARTICLE IV - MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS SECTION 1 - TERMINATION OR ABANDONMENT The Local Governing Authorities reserve the sole right to terminate this Contract at any time upon fifteen (15) days written notice to the Consultant. Cause for termination of the Contract may be for, but is not limited to, the following: A. Due to unforeseen circumstances it is possible that it could be in the best public interest to abandon the project covered by this Contract. If the Local Governing Authorities deem that such project abandonment is appropriate, this Consultant Contract will be terminated. B. Due to adverse weather, flood, earthquake, etc., or any other condition or conditions beyond the control of the Local Governing Authorities and/or Consultant which may
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adversely affect the work to be performed, this Contract may be terminated by the Local Governing Authorities. C. Due to a change in the scope, character or complexity of all or any part of the work under this Contract, the Local Governing Authorities may decide that it is in the best public interest to terminate this Contract. D. Should the services of the Consultant prove unsatisfactory or because of the failure of the Consultant to prosecute the work with due diligence or to complete the work or any part of the work within the time limits specified, this Contract may be terminated. If the Contract is terminated, the Consultant will be paid the reasonable value of services rendered up to the time of termination. The reasonable value of such services will be based on the method of payment defined in the Contract. The approved percentage of completion will be determined by agreement between the Local Governing Authorities and the Consultant. SECTION 2 - GENERAL COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS The Consultant shall keep fully informed on all federal and state laws and local bylaws, ordinances and regulations including current state rules and regulations, for safety and protection of personnel and the public which in any manner affect those engaged or employed by or shall in any way affect the conduct of the services performed under this Contract and of all such orders and decrees of bodies and tribunals with jurisdiction or authority under the same. The Consultant shall at all times observe and comply with existing laws, ordinances and regulations and agrees that he will save harmless the Local Governing Authorities or other agency or government from all claims and liabilities due to his negligent acts or the negligent acts of his subcontractors, agents or employees during the performance of the work called for under this Contract. SECTION 3 - OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS Upon completion of services or termination of this Contract, all drawings, map originals, field books, calculations, data, and reports become the property of the Local Governing Authorities. SECTION 4 - SUBCONTRACTING, ASSIGNMENT OR TRANSFER The subcontracting, assignment or transfer of any part of this Contract, except as shown in the Consultant's proposal, is prohibited without the prior written approval of the Local Governing Authorities. Subcontracts which exceed $10,000 in cost must contain all required provisions of this Contract. SECTION 5 - DELETED SECTION 6 - CHANGES OF WORK If, during the term of the Contract, additional services are required other than those services specified above, or major changes in the work become necessary or desirable, the Local Governing Authorities may, in writing, order the Consultant to perform such services or make such changes or, if the Consultant is of the opinion that any work he has been directed to perform is beyond the scope of this Contract and constitutes extra work, the Consultant shall promptly notify the Local Governing Authorities in writing prior to performing such work. If the Local Governing Authorities
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determine that such work does constitute extra work, the Consultant will be reimbursed on an agreed basis and additional time for completion of the contract will be given. Before such work is undertaken, the Consultant and the Local Governing Authorities will, by written agreement, determine the scope of the work and the cost thereof. Compensation for additional services will be determined prior to commencement of the extra work and as soon as circumstances permit. If an agreement is not reached in negotiations for an increase in work, the Local Governing Authorities will use other methods to accomplish the work. SECTION 7 - MEETINGS AND PRESENTATIONS The Consultant and its subcontractors, when directed by the Local Governing Authorities, shall attend and make appropriate presentations at meetings conducted for the purpose of discussing matters pertaining to the project with the public or local, state, and federal officials. The Consultant shall prepare exhibits and visual aids necessary to explain the project to the participants of the meetings. SECTION 8 - ACCURACY OF WORK The Consultant is responsible for the accuracy of the work and shall promptly make necessary revisions or corrections resulting from errors and omissions on the part of the Consultant without additional compensation. If any errors are made by the Consultant in any phase of the work under this Contract which require any additional work, the Consultant will be promptly notified and will perform the additional work necessary to correct these errors without undue delay and without additional cost to the Local Governing Authorities. Acceptance of work will not relieve the Consultant of the responsibility for subsequent correction of such errors and the clarification of any known ambiguities. SECTION 9 - VENUE In the event of litigation regarding this contract involving only the signatory parties, venue shall be the Eighteenth Judicial District in and for the County of Gallatin, State of Montana, and the contract shall be interpreted according to the laws of Montana. SECTION 10 - PREVIOUS AGREEMENTS This contract contains the entire agreement between the parties and no statements, promises, or inducements made by either party, or agents of either party, which are not contained in this written contract, shall be binding or valid. SECTION 11 - NONDISCRIMINATION Reference is made to Exhibit "C", which by this reference is hereby made a part of this Contract. SECTION 12 - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS It is required that the Contractor performing work under this Contract to provide proof of the following insurance coverage prior to the date upon which work is to begin. The proof of insurance or exemption must be valid for the entire agreement period.
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A. Comprehensive general liability insurance, including vehicle liability insurance, with limits acceptable to the Local Governing Authority. B. Workers Compensation Insurance coverage valid in the State of Montana or proof of exemption thereof. SECTION 13 - CERTIFICATION The parties to this Contract have each executed a certification. The certification of the Consultant, labeled Exhibit "D", is attached hereto and by this reference made a part of this Contract. The certification of the Local Governing Authorities, labeled Exhibit "E", is attached hereto and by this reference made a part of this Contract. SECTION 14 – DBE GOAL DBE goal for the project is zero percent. The Consultant will make all responsible efforts to utilize the Montana Department of Transportation’s (MDT) currently certified DBE firms for applicable subcontracting services that are necessary. SECTION 15 - CONSULTANT'S PROPOSAL The attached Scope of Work, Exhibit "A", and the cost summary, Exhibit "B", by this reference are made a part of this contract. If this Contract and the work plan or cost summary conflict in any areas, the Contract shall be binding. SECTION 16 - EXHIBITS The attached exhibits (A, B, C, D, & E) by this reference, are made a part of this contract. APPROVED FOR THE CONSULTANT CITY OF BOZEMAN, By: By: President City Manager Date: Date: APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CONTENT ATTEST: By: By: City Attorney Clerk of Commission Date: Date:
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SUMMARY OF EXHIBITS EXHIBIT DESCRIPTION A Scope of Work (Pages 1 thru 38) B Consultant Cost Estimate (Pages 39 thru 41) C Non-Discrimination Notice (Pages 42 thru 43) D Certificate of Consultant (Page 44) E Certificate of Local Governing Authorities (Page 45)
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Exhibit “A”
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Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan (2007 Update)
Scope of Services
1. Review Study Area Boundary / Prepare Public Outreach Plan
This first task will involve a review of the proposed study area boundary and a recommendation of
any possible changes. It is important that the study area include all outlying land that will develop
during the next 20 years and areas where transportation issues are expected to impact or influence
the regional community and growth needs. Therefore, Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) will
examine the study area and determine if the boundaries are appropriate for the 20-year planning
horizon of this planning effort. The review will consider previous and anticipated land use changes,
local government jurisdictions, 2000 Bureau of Census data, updated housing and employment data,
and other planning area boundaries. This review will be done in consultation with the City of
Bozeman and Gallatin County community planners, the Montana Department of Transportation
(MDT) traffic modelers, and the Bozeman Area Transportation Coordinating Committee (TCC).
In addition, a formal “Public Outreach Plan” will be prepared that sets forth dates, timing and other
items relevant to the public outreach. The expected activities are all described later in this scope of
services in section 18. However a detailed plan will be prepared and submitted within two weeks of
the notice-to-proceed such that it can be discussed at the first TCC meeting held for the project.
Task 1.1 Compile & Review Information
Task 1.2 Prepare Draft Public Outreach Plan
Task 1.3 QA/QC Review of Draft Public Outreach Plan
Task 1.4 Prepare Final Public Outreach Plan
Task 1.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary
Task 1.6 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary
Task 1.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary
2. Assemble, Review, and Analyze Existing Data and Reports
This task will consist of collecting and reviewing relevant data currently available in draft and final
form relating to the transportation planning process within the study boundary. The review of the
various documents will be crucial in determining progress and relative status pertinent to previous
planning efforts and desired community objectives. Some of the information that will be collected
from these documents are as follows: existing socioeconomic data; current traffic count data; traffic
accident data; major street network classification; information relating to the signalized intersections
(warrants, timing, and lane-use); sign inventory; bicycle facilities; base maps; aerial photos; funding
data; and recent and relevant traffic impact studies (TIS’s) provided by City and County staff. It is
expected that the following previously published information, at a minimum, will be examined:
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C Gallatin County Growth Policy;
C Gallatin County Neighborhood Plans;
C Gallatin County Subdivision Regulations;
C Gallatin County Trails Plan;
C Gallatin County Transportation Infrastructure and Recommendations;
C Streamline Bus Routes;
C Gallatin County Transportation Needs (Phase I and Phase II);
C Gallatin County Road Impact Fee Study (currently underway);
C Gallatin County Capital Improvements Plan (currently underway);
C I-90 East Belgrade Interchange Environmental Assessment;
C Bozeman 2020 Community Plan;
C Design and Connectivity Plan for North 7th Avenue Corridor;
C North 19th Avenue / Oak Street Corridor Master Plan;
C Gallatin County Regional Sewer Feasibility Study;
C Huffine Lane Corridor Study;
C City of Bozeman National Citizen Survey;
C Bozeman Creek Neighborhood Plan;
C Bozeman Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan;
C Bozeman Unified Development Ordinance;
C Bozeman Impact Fee Update;
C Montana State University Long Range Plan (i.e. Campus Plan);
C Bicycle Facility Planning Map (developed by the Bike Board);
C Western Transportation Institute (WTI) Bozeman Bicycle Network Plan;
C Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan (2001 Update);
C Greater Bozeman Area 2001 Transportation (Transit) Development Plan Update;
C Downtown Bozeman Traffic Studies;
C Miscellaneous Traffic Impact Studies (Gallatin County & City of Bozeman);
C City of Bozeman Engineering Standards;
C Gallatin County Road Standards;
C Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan (1993 Update);
C School Bus Routes;
C Postal Routes;
C Fire District Maps;
C Bozeman Deaconess Hospital “Sub-area” Plan;
C Locally adopted master plans, public facility plans, and related development regulations;
C Official Code of the City of Bozeman;
C Montana Department of Transportation STIP and other Local Planning Documents
C U.S. Bureau of Census data;
C City building permits, County location and conformance permits, and utility records; and
C Socioeconomic data and projections compiled by the Planning Board, Montana Department
of Commerce, and/or University of Montana.
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RPA will obtain all of this information, review it, and use it as necessary during the rest of the
planning process. An initial step in the transportation planning process will be a review of adopted
planning documents and development of familiarity with ongoing City, County, and utility planning.
Assistance from the City of Bozeman, Gallatin County, and MDT staff will be indispensable. Staff
perspectives and intelligence on the histories and intent of existing plans, planning activities, and
area-wide and localized planning issues will set direction for the development of the Transportation
Plan Update. This input will also help us to avoid some potential pitfalls. City & County staff will be
asked for leads as to other public and private entities which should be involved in this effort to
coordinate transportation planning with other planning activities. One important element of this
work task will be for RPA to identify the committed transportation-related projects that will be
included in the Plan and in the traffic modeling process.
Task 2.1 Request & Compile Aforementioned Information
Task 2.2 Review Pertinent Reports & Data
Task 2.3 Inquiry to Staff Regarding Questions and/or Issues on Compiled Information
3. Identify Goals and Objectives
The intent of establishing goals and objectives is to provide guidance in the development of the
Plan. The first step in this work task will be to identify the primary goals of the Plan. The next step
is to develop measurable objectives that will allow us to monitor progress in achieving the
established goals. Formulation of goals and objectives for the Transportation Plan Update will
begin with a review of the current and developing transportation issues in the project study area.
Early in this process RPA will also assess the continuing relevance of goals and objectives set forth
in the past transportation plans. The current transportation goals and objectives from the last
“Transportation Plan Update” are now five years old. RPA will review and reaffirm them with the
TCC and the public.
The TCC will provide initial formulation of goals and objectives for the updated Transportation
Plan. RPA will provide the TCC with summary information on transportation issues identified early
in the planning process. The TCC members will also be able to add their own valuable insight to the
identification and evaluation of area transportation concerns. RPA will evaluate and review the
relevance of goals and objectives set forth in other City and County planning documents.
Ultimately, RPA and the TCC will establish identifiable goals and measurable objectives that will
guide the development and implementation of the Plan.
Task 3.1 Compile & Review Existing Community Goals, Policies & Objectives
Task 3.2 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives
Task 3.3 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives
Task 3.4 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives
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4. Data Collection and Field Studies
This task involves collecting pertinent data currently available that relates to the transportation
planning process. RPA will acquire and evaluate the information and data that is already available,
and collect or develop any additional information required to accomplish the study. Any existing
information will be referenced in the study documents to allow users and reviewers to locate sources
of the material.
RPA will compile and review existing traffic data that is available through the City, County and
MDT. RPA will conduct an analysis of the existing traffic conditions in the project study area based
on existing and historic traffic volume counts, combined with new traffic count data that will be
collected as part of this task.
RPA will collect turning movement data during the A.M. and P.M. peak periods at up to 49
signalized intersections and at up to 31 major unsignalized intersections. We will also collect
information relating to truck traffic as well as pedestrian and bicycle traffic at each of these
intersections. Other information such as signal timing, phasing and lane-use, and special intersection
geometrics will be collected for each of these intersections. This information is essential in the
evaluation of intersection and corridor operation.
A probable list of existing intersections that RPA will study are as follows:
Signalized Intersections (49 Total):
1. Huffine Lane / Ferguson Road
2. Huffine Lane / Cottonwood Road
3. Huffine Lane / Jackrabbit Lane
4. Huffine Lane / Fowler Lane
5. Main Street / West College Street
6. Main Street / West Babcock Street
7. Main Street / South 19th Avenue
8. Main Street / North 15th Avenue
9. Main Street / 11th Avenue
10. Main Street / South 8th Avenue
11. Main Street / North 7th Avenue
12. Main Street / 5th Avenue
13. Main Street / Grand Avenue
14. Main Street / Willson Avenue
15. Main Street / Tracy Avenue
16. Main Street / Black Avenue
17. Main Street / Bozeman Avenue
18. Main Street / Rouse Avenue
19. Main Street / Wallace Avenue
20. Main Street / Highland Boulevard
21. Mendenhall Street / North 7th Avenue
22. Mendenhall Street / North Willson Avenue
23. Mendenhall Street / North Rouse Avenue
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24. Babcock Street / South Willson Avenue
25. Kagy Boulevard / South Willson Avenue
26. Kagy Boulevard / South 19th Avenue
27. West College Street / South 19th Avenue
28. North 19th Avenue / Beall Street
29. North 19th Avenue / Durston Road
30. North 19th Avenue / Oak Street
31. North 19th Avenue / Baxter Lane
32. North 19th Avenue / Valley Center
33. Springhill Road / Frontage Road
34. North 7th Avenue / Griffin Drive
35. North 7th Avenue / I-90 Interchange Ramps (North)
36. North 7th Avenue / I-90 Interchange Ramps (South)
37. North 7th Avenue / Oak Street
38. North 7th Avenue / Tamarack Street
39. North 7th Avenue / Durston Road
40. North Rouse Avenue / Tamarack Street
41. North 19th Avenue / Deadman’s Gulch
42. North 19th avenue / Tschache Lane
43. Frontage Road / Valley Center
44. Yet-to-be-Identified
45. Yet-to-be-Identified
46. Yet-to-be-Identified
47. Yet-to-be-Identified
48. Yet-to-be-Identified
49. Yet-to-be-Identified
Unsignalized Intersections (31 Total):
1. Highland Boulevard / Ellis Street
2. Highland Boulevard / Kagy Boulevard
3. East Main Street / Haggerty Lane
4. Haggerty Lane / Bozeman Trail Road
5. Kagy Boulevard / Bozeman Trail Road
6. Kagy Boulevard / Sourdough Road & Church Street
7. Main Street / I-90 Off-Ramp
8. Main Street / I-90 On Ramp
9. North Rouse Avenue / Griffin Drive
10. Story Mill Road / Bridger Canyon Drive
11. North Rouse Avenue / Oak Street
12. North Rouse Avenue / Peach Street
13. South 11th Avenue / College Street
14. College Street / Willson Avenue
15. South 11th Avenue / Kagy Boulevard
16. South 19th Avenue / Stucky Road
17. South 19th Avenue / Goldenstein Road
18. Jackrabbit Lane / Cameron Bridge Road
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19. Jackrabbit Lane / Valley Center Road
20. Jackrabbit Lane / Hulbert Road
21. Jackrabbit Lane / Baxter Lane
22. Jackrabbit Lane / Durston Road
23. Jackrabbit Lane / Ramshorn Drive
24. Jackrabbit Lane / North Star Lane & Forkhorn Trail
25. Jackrabbit Lane / Ice Center Lane & Shedhorn Trail
26. Jackrabbit Lane / Spanish Peak Drive
27. Huffine Lane / Monforton School Road
28. Huffine Lane / Love Lane
29. Huffine Lane / Gooch Hill Road
30. Valley Center Road / Harper Puckett Road
31. 8th and College
RPA will also collect historic crash data for the past three years and use this information to identify
locations that have a high crash frequency or a high level of crash severity. The crash analysis will
include two elements. The first element will entail a review of crash history at the 80 analysis
intersections. The second element will be a system-level “hot spot” review to identify locations
where there tend to be unexpected clustering of crashes by type, severity, time of day (day vs. night),
or involvement of pedestrians or bicyclists. A qualitative review will be undertaken to identify
conditions that might be contributing to any “hot spots”.
During the data collection process RPA will observe the traffic operations, including bicycle and
pedestrian movements, throughout the study area. We will identify areas that will benefit from
minor adjustments in signing, striping, lane-use, and traffic control. This information will be used to
develop a list of Transportation System Management (TSM) improvements. RPA will document
existing service and current plans for the transit system in the greater community. Transit planning
has recently been completed in the community, and the results and findings of this planning will be
incorporated into the overall Transportation Plan document.
Task 4.1 Assemble All Data Available from City, County & MDT
Task 4.2 Complete Turning Movement Counts @ Intersections (80)
Task 4.3 Collect Crash Data
Task 4.4 Collect Geometric Data Re: Striping, Signs, Etc. in Corridors
Task 4.5 Identify / Assess Current Truck Route System
Task 4.6 Identify / Assess Community Transit Operations
Task 4.7 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis
Task 4.8 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis
Task 4.9 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis
Task 4.10 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity
Task 4.11 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity
Task 4.12 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity
Task 4.13 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity
Task 4.14 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity
Task 4.15 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity
Task 4.16 Travel to/from Bozeman for all Data Collection Activities
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5. Develop Socioeconomic Baseline and Forecasts
The purposes of the socioeconomic and land use work elements (Tasks 5 and 6) will be to develop,
project and/or review project population, housing, economic, and land use information. This is
necessary in order to understand the character and causes of existing and future travel within the
transportation planning area. Socioeconomic and land use baseline and projections allow for
computer simulation of current and future transportation patterns, assessment of transportation
needs, and evaluation of the effectiveness of conventional (motorized) and non-conventional
alternatives in meeting current and future transportation and other area planning goals.
Socio-economic and land use information will be developed for the study area. This data will
summarize the area's land ownership characteristics, land use, land development status, population,
income, and housing characteristics, employment centers and economic development potential.
Socio-economic and land use data will be compatible with other public planning efforts in Bozeman
and Gallatin County.
The Montana Department of Labor and Industry will be the primary source for existing business
and employment information. The Department of Labor and Industry’s "202" database will be used
to identify and analyze area-wide and sub-area-specific business and government employment
characteristics within the study area.
The results of the year 2000 U.S. Census will provide information relating to population, income,
and housing. This task will include developing and verifying the forecasts of population, income,
housing, and employment, and projecting the areas where new development will occur.
The modeling area has been subdivided into individual Census Blocks for use by the MDT Traffic
Modeler. Census Blocks were used to develop the current TransCad Traffic Demand Model for the
planning area. Future socioeconomic information and land use data assignments will be reviewed
and correlated with individual Census Blocks later in the project process as inputs to the
development of the traffic demand model for this project. The identification and review of the
Census Blocks will be done in consultation with the MDT modelers and members of the City and
County Planning staff.
Population and employment trends will be established, based on the land use and socio-economic
data, and allocated to each Census Block. The output of this effort will be a population and
employment forecast by sub-area that is suitable for use in the modeling process.
The socioeconomic and land use work element involves the collection and analysis of baseline data,
and development of land use projections. These are predictive of current and future transportation
demands in the Greater Bozeman area. The baseline data for the current conditions are available in
the TransCAD model and represent the year 2005.
An overview of area economic characteristics and trends will be developed using City of Bozeman,
as well as Gallatin County, employment and income data available from the U.S. Bureau of
Economic Analysis (BEA) and the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI).
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Task 5.1 Develop TAZs & Research Area Census Tracts/Blocks with MDT and City
Task 5.2 Review Existing & Ongoing Demographic/Employment Information in Area
Task 5.3 Develop and/or Refine Available Data Needs & Formats
Task 5.4 Develop and/or Refine Available Economic, Population, & Housing Data
Task 5.5 Miscellaneous Coordination with MDT Traffic Modeler and Miscellaneous Staff
Task 5.6 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis
Task 5.7 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis
Task 5.8 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis
6. Develop Land Use Baseline and Forecasts
Land Use Baseline:
This task will consist of RPA reviewing the land use baseline data used to calibrate the TransCAD
transportation demand model. The present Travel Demand Model used 2005 employment data and
three years of intervening housing start information from the Department of Revenue, and is
calibrated to simulate current trip productions and attractions in the Greater Bozeman
transportation planning area. The consultant will work cooperatively with MDT staff in reviewing
the various assumptions and refining the model inputs (if determined to be necessary).
The population and housing inputs into the transportation demand model will need to be brought
up to date by combining 2000 census data with post-census permit data available from City and
County governments and indices from other non-census sources.
New housing data for unincorporated areas of the Transportation Study Area will need to be
developed from information available from the County Zoning Administration and the City-County
Health Department. Other housing information will be obtained using community sewer system
permit information available from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). In
the County areas, septic permits will be used.
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry will be the primary source for business and
employment information. The Department of Labor & Industry’s “202” database will be used to
identify and analyze area-wide and sub-area-specific business and government employment
characteristics within the study area.
Analyzing Recent Land Use Trends:
The development of population, housing, and employment data by Census Block will allow us to
analyze land use changes that have occurred and are occurring in Bozeman and Gallatin County. An
understanding of recent land use trends will be extremely useful in forecasting future land uses.
Input and assistance from City and County staff will be invaluable.
Land Use Forecasts
Land use forecasts will be developed to geographically allocate and quantify forecasted changes in
County level population, housing, business development, government, education, and special
generators by Census Block. The TransCAD traffic model will use these predictions of the
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distribution of future land uses within Census Blocks to forecast the characteristics and distribution
of future travel demand in the Greater Bozeman area.
MDT will research historic and projected land use patterns in the study area to identify growth rates
for housing and employment. This research will be documented and provided to the consultant.
The consultant, in consultation with MDT and local planners, will determine final growth rates and
develop future year housing and employment totals. Also, the consultant will develop any
alternative land use scenarios (locations/growth rates) that are considered appropriate for use in
future year modeling.
Development of land use forecasts will require considerable input from planners and other local
professionals knowledgeable of area development factors. Importantly, the methodology used to
predict future conditions is dynamic; it allows for the testing of alternative economic and population
growth scenarios, and analysis of different assumptions about future land use distributions.
Also important is that MDT and local planning staff will be able to understand what are relatively
simple spreadsheet procedures and can easily update the land use assumptions over time. Thus,
local and state planners can develop ongoing forecasting capabilities for use in future transportation
and a multitude of other planning applications.
Land Use Advisory Committee (LUAC)
Based on past experience, the prediction (and/or review) of future land use distribution in the
Greater Bozeman area can best be accomplished by establishing a Land Use Advisory Committee
(LUAC). For this project, an abbreviated version of the LUAC will be considered due to a
substantial amount of previous work being available from recently completed community planning
documents. It is expected that this small LUAC will be comprised of no more than six (6)
individuals, and would meet for four to six hours to accomplish their objectives. At a minimum, the
LUAC will meet as a group to review the previous assumptions regarding future land use contained
in the community’s adopted planning documents, and determine if more detailed assignments are
necessary to specific Census Blocks in the planning area.
The membership of the LUAC will likely consist of the following representatives:
C City of Bozeman Planning Department;
C City of Bozeman - Public Works Department;
C Gallatin County Planning Department;
C Gallatin County Road and Bridge Department;
C City of Belgrade Planning Department;
C Montana Department of Transportation; and
C Robert Peccia & Associates.
The land use advisory committee will use its collective knowledge and expertise to assess the future
growth potential for different kinds of land uses within the various Census Blocks. RPA will
prepare agendas and minutes for this meeting.
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Alternative Growth and Land Use Assumptions
We have learned through experience how dynamic Montana population, economic, and land use
patterns can be. We will develop alternative growth scenarios to test the effects of different levels of
aggregate growth and land use development patterns on transportation (and other planning issues)
in the Greater Bozeman area.
Task 6.1 Review Local and County Forecasts for Population, Housing & Employment
Task 6.2 Create / Refine Summary Forecasts
Task 6.3 Review / Allocate Future Population and Employment to TAZs and Census Blocks
Task 6.4 Recruit, Schedule and Chair Land Use Advisory Committee (LUAC)
Task 6.5 Develop/ Review Land Use Forecasts
Task 6.6 Develop Alternative Growth and Land Use Assumptions (Low, Moderate & High)
Task 6.7 Create “DOT” Map During Committee Meetings (As Required)
Task 6.8 Summarize “DOT” Map and Forecasting Results in Draft Technical Memorandum
Task 6.9 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum
Task 6.10 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum
Task 6.11 Meet with MDT as Appropriate
Task 6.12 Travel to/from Bozeman for LUAC workshop
7. Travel Demand Modeling of Existing and Projected Conditions
In support of the transportation plan, a travel demand model will be developed to simulate existing
travel patterns, forecast future traffic volumes, and allow for analysis of alternative transportation
improvements. Travel demand modeling will be performed by the Montana Department of
Transportation (MDT), Statewide and Urban Planning Section. Throughout the modeling process,
MDT will cooperate with the Consultant team to ensure their understanding of the data inputs and
assumptions that go into the model, and to allow the Consultant team to review all model files and
provide final approval regarding the sufficiency of MDT’s calibration and validation efforts. To
better utilize the expertise of the Consultant team, all travel demand modeling work will be
completed by Cambridge Systematics, with very limited involvement from RPA. Cambridge
Systematics will review the calibrated model, prepare the model calibration technical memorandum,
and initiate the modeling scoping meeting with the MDT Statewide and Urban Planning Section.
All activities listed under task 7 will be completed by Cambridge Systematics, with the exception of
identifying the “committed” projects in the community, which RPA will identify with the assistance
of the MDT, the City of Bozeman, and Gallatin County.
Base Model
MDT will develop a base travel demand model for year 2005 existing conditions. The base model
will be developed using TransCAD modeling software. MDT will research and assemble all
necessary social, economic, transportation system and geographic information for the development
of the base year model. The model will consist of a representative road network and traffic analysis
zones. The road network will be attributed with characteristics such as: speed, capacity, travel time,
and functional classification. The traffic analysis zones will represent areas of similar land use and
will contain housing and employment data. MDT will follow industrywide best-practices for TAZ
boundaries, trip generation rates, trip length and distribution patterns by trip purpose, external trip
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percentages and flows, and screenline and link classification assignment results. Assignment
calibration will use traffic count data from state and local sources, with all counts adjusted by MDT
to a common 2005 base year prior to their use in the calibration effort.
MDT will provide the Consultant team (i.e. Cambridge Systematics) with a summary of calibration
and validation results for trip generation, distribution and assignment, as well as all TransCAD files
and macros for the base year model. The RPA team will review and approve these model
calibration results prior to MDT proceeding with development of future year models.
Land Use Allocation
The consultant will coordinate allocation of the future year housing and employment throughout the
study area, utilizing local officials and professionals knowledgeable on community development, for
each alternative land use scenario. The product of the land use allocation exercise will be a map of
future year housing and employment locations that will be provided to MDT. MDT will translate
the distribution map information into the traffic analysis zones in the model. MDT and the local
government will also develop a list of committed projects for the study area, which will be
incorporated into the model road network. Future year model runs for 2015 and 2030 will be
completed using the future year housing and employment distributions and a road network
containing the existing plus committed road network (E+C). Summary results and TransCAD files
for the E+C model runs will be provided to the consultant for analysis.
Modeling Alternatives
Once the consultant has analyzed future year model runs they will develop a list of alternative
improvements to be modeled by MDT. Modeling alternative scenarios will be completed using
future year housing and employment data, the E+C road network and any alternative land use
scenarios. The consultant will be responsible for developing the variables that describe the project
alternatives to be analyzed. These include:
• Route identification/name
• Begin/end points
• Speed
• Number of lanes
• Access points
• Direction of flow
• Turn prohibitions
The results of alternatives modeling will be provided to the consultant for review and analysis.
Formats/Timelines
An initial model scoping meeting will be held once the consultant contract has been awarded. The
format for presentation of all model results and data will be negotiated with the consultant at the
scoping meeting. Also, MDT and the consultant will decide on realistic timeframes for the
completion of the tasks outlined above at that time. Any other incidental details can be included for
discussion at the meeting.
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Technical Memorandum
A final report documenting traffic model development will be prepared by MDT and provided to
the consultant.
Cambridge Systematics will work with MDT staff to develop and calibrate the travel demand model
to match the study area boundary determined in Task 1. RPA will identify the committed
improvements to be included in the model as part of Task 2, and provide this information to MDT.
The Consultant team will provide MDT with the 2015 and 2030 socioeconomic and land use
forecasts, and work with them in developing the future year model results. Cambridge Systematics
will review the results of the validated models relating to the existing conditions that represent the
year 2005, and the existing plus committed (E+C) model runs for the year 2015 and 2030 based on
the existing socioeconomic database and land use projections.
The Consultant team (i.e. Cambridge Systematics) will coordinate with the MDT Statewide and
Urban Planning Section to ensure all data and projections required for transportation demand
modeling are obtained and provided in time to allow the modeling to be accomplished on a schedule
consistent with Plan completion deadlines. MDT, the TCC, and the consultant will agree upon the
modeling scenarios. We expect that multiple scenarios will be modeled, including the following:
1. Baseline Conditions 2005;
2. Existing plus Committed (E+C) Network 2015;
3. Existing plus Committed (E+C) Network 2030;
4. One or more Existing plus Committed / Alternative Growth Scenarios 2030;
5. Several Alternative Network Test Runs for 2015 or 2030; and
6. Recommended Network 2030.
Up to 12 model runs will be made for items 4 through 6 in the above list. These 12 model runs may
include a combination of major projects in individual locations, groups of similar projects that
address a broad problem or investment theme, or a network-wide set of investments such as the
2030 “recommended network”.
Task 7.1 Miscellaneous Meetings with MDT Traffic Modeler
Task 7.2 Assess Model Validation According to Accepted Calibration Methods
Task 7.3 Deliver year 2015 and year 2025 Growth Assumptions for Model Input
Task 7.4 Identify Committed Project List and Deliver to MDT for “E+C Network”
Task 7.5 Analyze Output of “E+C Network” and Identify Issue Areas
Task 7.6 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration
Task 7.7 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration
Task 7.8 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration
8. Analysis and Problem Identification
The Consultant team will analyze existing data and new information collected earlier in the study, in
an effort to identify the traffic-related problems that need to be addressed in this Transportation
Plan Update. Cambridge Systematics will analyze the model results to identify capacity-related
deficiencies as well as travel patterns on a network-wide basis. As part of this travel pattern review,
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Cambridge Systematics may conduct a series of select-link analyses at the deficient locations to
better understand the traffic mix at these locations, which will in turn provide qualitative guidance
on the likely impacts of different types of investment strategies. A capacity analysis will be
conducted for all signalized and major unsignalized intersections using existing and projected traffic
volumes. The level of service for each of these intersections will be determined. This analysis will
also include identifying other intersections that will likely require signalization during the 20-year
planning horizon of the study.
This analysis will also include a review of the crash analysis results developed in Task 4. The
previously collected truck data will be analyzed to identify the adequacy and appropriateness of the
roadway system for truck usage. We will also give consideration to need for transporting hazardous
materials through the study area when evaluating the truck routes. The identification of a future
truck route system will be evaluated, with a goal of identifying possible truck circulation routes to
improve traffic flow, safety and access to businesses that may rely on trucking as a means of
transporting goods.
This work task will result in a listing of major operational and safety deficiencies associated with the
major street network, the underlying factors that create these deficiencies, and the actions and
policies that might be appropriate for addressing these factors. This list of deficiencies and factors
will be addressed by the recommendations developed later in the planning process.
The results of this task will provide direction to the planning process. Once the transportation-
related problems have been clearly identified, the Consultant team will make recommendations on
how these deficiencies can be corrected.
Task 8.1 Analyze all Existing and Collected Data & New Future Information
Task 8.2 Perform Intersection & Corridor Capacity Analysis (Future)
Task 8.3 Analyze Signal Groupings and Coordination (Existing & Future)
Task 8.4 Project Future Crash Issues & Concerns
Task 8.5 Analyze Truck Route System Issues & Future Opportunities/Needs
Task 8.6 Identify Operational Deficiencies & Safety Problems (Future)
Task 8.7 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)
Task 8.8 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)
Task 8.9 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)
9. Alternatives Modeling and Assessment
The traffic model will be used to examine the effect of possible alterations to the major street
network. Up to 12 model future year model runs will be made to assess the effectiveness of
individual project actions, groups of similar projects, or network-wide investment strategies. These
alternatives will be developed in an effort to resolve anticipated transportation deficiencies identified
in Task 8. These test runs will provide insight as to the effects of certain changes that could be made
to the network. Other changes, such as modifications to anticipated land use, could also be tested
using the model to determine the impacts of possibly limiting certain levels of growth or land uses in
various parts of the study area. Cambridge Systematics will work with the MDT modelers to
develop a set of test model runs that will examine possible changes to the network that might
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improve conditions or minimize anticipated problems in the future. Cambridge Systematics will
develop parameters for the alternative test runs and review these parameters with the MDT, the
TCC, and RPA. Once MDT has performed the test runs, Cambridge Systematics will analyze the
model results and report the findings to RPA, the MDT and the TCC.
Task 9.1 Develop Alternative Modeling Scenarios
Task 9.2 Meet with MDT Traffic Modeler to Incorporate Scenarios
Task 9.3 Examine Alternative Test Runs
Task 9.4 Develop Recommended Future Year Model Network and Analyze
Task 9.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling
Task 9.6 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling
Task 9.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling
10. Analyze Alternative Modes of Transportation
SUB-TASK 1: PUBLIC & PROJECT OUTREACH
The Greater Bozeman area is well known for a variety of single-track mountain bike trails, many of
which are accessible by bicycle from town. The community also has a very active Bicycle Advisory
Board. The Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board (BABAB) is responsible for organizing events
such as National Bike to Work and School Week and bike rodeos and safety fairs. They also
produce an area bicycle map, which includes tips on safe riding, low traffic routes through the city,
and Montana state laws pertaining to bicycles. They are working with the Bozeman Police
Department to reduce traffic infractions from motorists and bicyclists. The BABAB is collaborating
with the school system to try and add a bicycle education segment to the Health Enhancement
curriculum. Finally, they are working closely with community planners and engineers to redesign
streets for bicycles and pedestrians, such as the newly redesigned West Babcock Avenue. There is
also a Safe Trails Coalition, a community-led group formed to help, initiate, and expedite the
creation of trails, easements, and bicycle/pedestrian facilities within Gallatin County. The
“Mainstreet to the Mountains” trail system is rapidly growing in the community and is expected to
reach the milestone of 50 miles of trails and shared use paths during the year 2007. The Gallatin
Valley Land Trust (GVLT) has been an important advocate for the development of this system
through their Community Trails Program.
Stakeholder Meetings
Alta will arrange stakeholder meetings with the following groups as needed:
• Local trails and hiking groups (e.g. Safe Trails Coalition)
• Local bicycle and pedestrian coalitions and clubs (e.g. Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board
(BABAB))
• Local environmental groups
• Local accessibility groups
Task 10.1 Travel to/from Bozeman for Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events (One Trip)
Task 10.2 Prepare for Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events (Five Total)
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Task 10.3 Attend / Conduct Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events
SUB-TASK 2: ANALYZE EXISTING CONDITIONS
Alta will determine the adequacy of existing conditions for bicyclists and pedestrians through data
contained in Transportation Planning Section’s records and field observations. We will summarize
the attributes of existing facilities in the region based on our observations. Given the varied needs
of bicyclists and pedestrians, we will conduct separate reviews for bicycle and pedestrian circulation.
Throughout the course of this analysis, we will keep in mind the needs of a variety of users. We can
divide bicyclists according to their use of a bicycle for commuting, also called utilitarian use, or for
recreation. Utilitarian cyclists need to be able to bicycle all the way to their destinations, whether
that is a commercial center, a store, school, or to a doctor’s office. On the other hand, many
recreational cyclists would prefer to stay away from such destinations. We also need to keep in mind
the varying skill levels and preferences of bicyclists. Experienced bicyclists often prefer to ride on
arterial and collector streets because destinations are located along them. They also like these streets
because they are the most direct, have the traffic signals timed for their direction, and are the best
lighted. Bicyclists with moderate experience often need to go to the same destinations but prefer to
use quieter streets. Children and cyclists with little experience often avoid traffic and busy
intersections altogether. The needs of pedestrians vary as well. Able-bodied adults frequently
maintain walking speeds that are greater than children, senior citizens, and people with disabilities.
They are also more skilled at navigating through intersections. As we examine existing pedestrian
conditions, we will keep in mind the needs of those who do not walk fast, those with less peripheral
vision and awareness, and people who are otherwise disabled.
Review of existing street classifications and roadway network
Alta will review the suitability of the existing street classifications within Bozeman’s roadway
classification network for bicycle transportation. The focus of this review will be:
• Principal Arterials (Urban & Rural)
• Minor Arterials (Urban & Rural)
• Major Collectors (Rural)
• Minor Collectors (Rural)
• Other Collectors (Urban)
Local streets will be evaluated on an “as-needed” basis to develop a complete bicycle and pedestrian
network. A comprehensive field evaluation of all streets is not included due to the fact that most
recently developed residential areas in Bozeman have consistent sidewalk widths, low traffic
volumes, and fixed right-of-way and lane configurations.
This preliminary review of the existing roadway network will provide Alta with a base of knowledge
for assessing potential streets in the bicycle and pedestrian network.
Task 10.4 Review Existing Street Classifications and Roadway Network
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BICYCLE FACILITIES EXISTING CONDITIONS
Examine Existing Documentation
Alta will review Bozeman’s documentation of existing bicycle facilities, including the bicycle facility
planning map, and the previous Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan (2001 Update).
Task 10.5 Examine Existing Documentation
Solicit Comments
Comments provided by the TCC and at the first public meeting will be instrumental in gaining an
understanding of the adequacy of existing bicycle facilities and programs. We will gather
information from the TCC and at the first public meeting that will provide information about
general bicycle issues in the greater Bozeman area, as well as specific locations that need
improvement.
Task 10.6 Solicit Comments
Field Review
Alta will conduct a street-level field review and analyze the condition and adequacy of existing
bicycle facilities. As requested, there will be a thorough inventory of bike lanes, bike routes, trails,
sidewalks, and shared-use paths. We will examine the location, design, and functionality of those
facilities, including the items listed above.
Task 10.7 Field Review
Analyze Existing Facilities
Next, Alta will determine the adequacy of the existing bicycle facilities for the following criteria:
• safety
• connectivity
• completeness of network
• ability to serve work centers, shopping, residential areas, parks, schools, the civic center,
community centers, transit links, and other important destinations
• accessibility
• convenience
• ability to serve the needs of different types of bicyclists
We will identify gaps in the system and areas of the region that are not well served. We will also
identify the needs of the various users that are not well served.
Task 10.8 Analyze Existing Facilities
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Analyze Bicycle Collision Data
Alta will look at bicycle collision data compiled by the City, County, and/or State. We will look at
the volume of collisions, their locations, as well as other information kept in records. Collision data
enables GIS mapping and analysis of bicycle and pedestrian collision location, type and frequency.
Alta will analyze data for bicyclists and pedestrians. If additional data is available from local police,
this data will be utilized as well.
Task 10.9 Analyze Bicycle Collision Data
Analyze Traffic Data
Alta will review existing traffic count data and levels of service, collected by other members of the
project team, on existing bike routes at key study intersections as well as at the mid-block level.
Traffic data will also be compiled for other key facilities as well. This data will be utilized in
subsequent tasks as they relate to the identification of opportunities and constraints vis-à-vis new
bike and pedestrian facilities.
Task 10.10 Analyze Traffic Data
Examine Existing Programs
Alta will gather information on any existing bicycle education and marketing programs in the greater
Bozeman area. We will collect information regarding enforcement policies of the Bozeman Police
Department and the Gallatin County Sheriffs Office. We will analyze the adequacy and
effectiveness of these programs.
Task 10.11 Analyze Existing Programs
Document Findings
The findings of this Existing Conditions analysis will be presented:
• as text
• in table format
• on GIS maps
The GIS maps will be used as an integral component of this analysis.
Task 10.12 Document Findings
IDENTIFY PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES EXISTING CONDITIONS
It is our intent to manage the data collection portion and system evaluation of the study as efficiently
as possible. This task is broken down between the GIS-related mapping and inventory effort, and
other efforts to evaluate needs and conditions in the greater Bozeman area.
GIS Mapping/Inventory
Alta will develop inventory and survey data in a GIS ArcView format, compatible with the system
currently under development. We will provide ArcView shapefiles for each of the facilities
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inventoried/surveyed. The inventory will be graphically represented with separate textual databases
provided in Access. The facilities and densities will be presented in a hard copy thematic map, based
on ArcView project and with the ability to overlay inventory data.
Data collection will be organized by functional street classifications. Arterial and major collector
streets and streets identified through the public outreach process will be surveyed. Residential
streets will not be surveyed except in older neighborhoods where ADA compliance may be a
concern. Information on off-street trails will be gathered from the Gallatin County and the city of
Bozeman and will be supplemented by field observations at street intersections. In the process of
surveying arterial and collector streets, conditions will be noted at and around existing and planned
transit stops.
Data collection will be done on foot, by bicycle and/or by automobile as dictated by efficiency
considerations. We are prepared to use Global Positioning Systems (GPS) for data collection, but
this proposal is based on manual data collection for the majority of the required information. We
will work with staff to determine which elements deserve the level of accuracy provided by the use
of GPS.
Task 10.13 GIS Mapping / Inventory
Examine Collision Data
Alta will begin the analysis of pedestrian conditions by examining collision data. This will be
mapped in GIS, as allowed by existing data. This collision data will be used to identify and prioritize
locations that need improvement. In addition to noting the locations of accidents, we will attempt
to gather information about the causes.
Task 10.14 Examine Collision Data
Solicit Comments
Comments provided by the TCC and at the first public meeting will be instrumental in gaining an
understanding of the adequacy of existing pedestrian facilities in programs. We will gather
information from the TCC and at the first public meeting that will provide information about
general pedestrian issues in the greater Bozeman area, as well as specific locations that need
improvement.
Task 10.15 Solicit Comments
Supplemental Field Review
Alta will conduct supplemental fieldwork to review the condition of crosswalks, transit stops, and
heavy pedestrian use areas such as activity centers, hospital areas, tourist and commercial districts,
densely populated residential areas, and schools. The fieldwork for the project will be conducted
using Alta staff to address the ADA and pedestrian issues.
We will conduct a general review and analysis of those pedestrian facilities which experience the
highest levels of activity, including:
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Employment Centers
Downtowns/Commercial Centers
Local Public and Private Schools
Montana State University
Multi-modal Transportation Connections
Local and Regional Parks
Community Centers and Libraries
Coupled with the assessment of the existing facilities will be to assess the locations nthat will see
elevated pedestrian and bicycle traffic in the coming years. There are a variety of sources that will
assist with this exercise, including:
New trail corridor and shared use path maps created in GIS for the Bozeman Parks,
Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST) Plan; and
The GVLT GIS shapefiles of trails and shared use paths that are currently included in plans
for future subdivision phases or other plans.
The existing pedestrian facilities in the greater Bozeman area will be evaluated for continuity,
convenience barriers for disabled persons, and access. System continuity is defined as providing the
user the opportunity to travel in a reasonably direct line from a point of origin (a residential
neighborhood typically) to a point of destination. The existing system will be reviewed to determine
existing gaps, barriers, and bottlenecks that prevent facility users from traveling to destinations
within a neighborhood, throughout the region, and to connecting points within the region.
The existing system will be reviewed for general user convenience in terms of:
Accessibility from points of origin (coverage);
Comfort level of streets used in terms of vehicle traffic, crossing protection, lane width,
driveways, and other items;
Topography and grades;
Opportunities and constraints associated with “mid-block” pedestrian crossings;
Opportunities and constraints associated with grade separated (i.e. overpass and/or
underpass) pedestrian crossings;
Opportunities and constraints associated with specific “equestrian” trails uses. This is
specifically pinpointed to a few isolated areas in the rural periphery of the study area
where larger stables and equestrian landowners are located;
Support facilities such as benches, and drinking fountains at major destinations; and
Coherence of the system to the average user attempting to reach an unfamiliar
destination.
Task 10.16 Supplemental Field Review
Review Enforcement Procedures
Alta will discuss traffic law enforcement as it pertains to pedestrians with the City of Bozeman
Police Department, the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office, and the Montana State University (MSU)
Police Department to determine the adequacy of the effort.
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Task 10.17 Review Enforcement Procedures
Document Findings
The findings of this analysis will be presented:
as text
in table format
using GIS maps.
Task 10.18 Document Findings
SUB-TASK 3. NEEDS ANALYSIS
Alta will use a combination of information gathered from the Existing Conditions Analysis and a
questionnaire to determine what the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians in the greater Bozeman area
are, as well as to prioritize these needs.
Use Existing Conditions Analysis
From the Existing Conditions Analysis, we will review information including:
input from the TCC,
input from the general public meeting,
findings from the field review; and,
findings from the bicycle and pedestrian collision and safety analyses.
Task 10.19 Use Existing Conditions Analysis
Administer Survey Questionnaires
Alta will develop, circulate and tabulate data from a bicycle and pedestrian needs focused survey.
The intent of the survey questionnaire is to identify and prioritize some of the needs of the
community. The questionnaire may solicit information about demographics, route preferences,
facilities, safety issues, and other behaviors related to bicycling and walking. Questionnaires will be
distributed at meetings and through the same informational outlets used for the public participation
process. We will distribute separate bicycle and pedestrian surveys. These surveys will be tabulated
and analyzed. The survey analysis will be used to determine:
identification of general facility and program needs for bicycle and pedestrian development
within the greater Bozeman area
location of most needed bicycle facility improvements and type
location of most needed pedestrian facility improvements and type
planning and implementation priorities of the general public; and,
potential safety conflict locations.
In addition to distributing the surveys at the previously mentioned venues, the surveys will also be
distributed through the City’s water bills. Previous comments have stated that the City sends out
approximately 9,000 water bills per month, and the mailing is contracted with a firm called
“Executive Services”. This firm can insert the hard copy surveys for an insertion fee of $300.
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Task 10.20 Create Alternative Travel Mode Survey
Task 10.21 Distribute Hard copies with water bill (9,000 copies)
Task 10.22 Analyze Survey Results in Text and Graphically
SUB-TASK 4. DEVELOP BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN NETWORK
The needs analysis will lead to a set of recommendations for bicycle and pedestrian network
improvements. The key objective of this effort will be to evaluate the proposed network consisting
of bicycle and pedestrian facilities. Alta will focus on primary (or regional) and secondary routes,
design and operating standards for the installation of bicycle and pedestrian improvements, new
safety and marketing programs, and a detailed implementation strategy focusing on developing
feasible and competitive projects for available State and Federal funding.
The evaluation framework generally consists of criteria such as need, safety, available right of way,
connectivity and directness, grades, barriers, multi-modal linkages, safety and conflicts, and security.
Typical criteria used to develop recommended bicycle and pedestrian routes and facilities include:
Connectivity - provide connectivity between existing sidewalks, routes, lanes, or paths.
Major gaps and barriers, including narrow roadway segments, should be targeted as high
priority items.
Multi-Modal Coordination - take advantage of multi-modal connections, including bus
transfer stations and transit terminals and shuttles to major destinations.
Accessibility - be accessible from residential neighborhood and connect to major
destinations within the greater Bozeman area, including parks, community centers,
employment centers, schools, and commercial centers. Existing and future activity center
maps will be used to identify any changes in the location of major destinations in the region,
including transit centers, employment centers, entertainment venues, and other destinations.
Convenience - provide reasonably direct routes from residential areas to major destinations.
Aesthetics - both recreational and commuting users prefer to ride along streets and through
areas that are shaded, have visual relief, or offer other visual amenities.
Usage - serve the greatest number of commuters and recreational users possible, focusing
on major destinations. Potential usage will be determined through field observation, surveys,
and feedback from staff and the TCC.
Safety - provide the highest level of safety possible while mitigating major safety concerns
such as narrow roadway segments. This will be determined through discussions with staff,
field observations, and the accident analysis. We will also identify high vehicular traffic
locations and present the opportunities and constraints associated with the proposed bike
and pedestrian vis-à-vis general circulation.
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Planned Roadway Improvement Projects - take advantage of planned roadway
improvements that may accommodate bicycle facilities with relatively little additional cost.
Coordination With Existing Plans – identification of consistency with other local,
County, and regional plans
BICYCLE FACILITIES NETWORK IMPROVEMENTS
Bikeways
Alta will recommend a network of bicycle facilities including bicycle lanes, shared use paths, and
neighborhood bicycle routes (called bicycle boulevards or routes) and supporting amenities. All
proposed bikeway facilities will be described by the classification system developed by AASHTO in
“A Policy on Geometric Design,” and by the latest research conducted by FHWA on bikeway
planning and design. The classification system consists of the following categories:
• Shared Use Paths: bicycle or multi-use paths separate from roadways, with at-grade or grade-
separated crossings
• Bike Lanes: striped bicycle lanes, typically on the right-hand side of roadways
• Bike Routes: shared roadways, often in neighborhoods, on which traffic calming, intersection
treatments, signage, and other improvements ensure safe and convenient shared use. Also refers
to major roadways that provide adequate shoulder or curb lane width and signing, but no
striping.
Building off of the existing network, Alta will propose a network of bikeways. Prior to
recommending specific routes, we will confer with the Bozeman Area Bicycle Advisory Board, the
TCC and the larger public to learn of the preferences for vehicle lane widths, the type of streets on
which the County and City is willing to put bikeways, and other pertinent details and design
standards. We will select candidate routes to consider for bikeways before going into the field.
Each of these candidate routes will be measured from curb to curb, explored by Alta staff via
bicycle, and assessed for its potential as a bikeway.
We will develop recommendations as to what can be done to improve selected streets or corridors
as bikeways. We will describe the classification of each of the recommended routes, their starting
and ending points, as well as the destinations and neighborhoods they will serve. We will propose
typical cross-sections of each of the recommended streets with added bike lanes including typical
lane widths and restriping that would be needed. We will describe any paving, striping, signage, and
other improvements needed to create each of the bikeways. We will also prepare a cost estimate for
each bikeway.
Task 10.23 Develop Bikeway Network Improvements
Bicycle Parking
Alta will recommend a public bicycle-parking program focused on employment centers, major
shopping centers, public buildings with high rates of visitors, and schools. Bicycle parking
improvements recommendations for these locations will include:
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• the appropriate type of bicycle parking for each location (racks or lockers)
• design standards for bicycle racks that are easy to lock to, support bicycles well, and are suitable
to be placed in public spaces
• the availability of physical infrastructure to accommodate bike racks in parking lots and on
sidewalks
• general design standards for appropriate bicycle parking locations
• an approximate number of bicycle parking devices needed region-wide; and,
• a cost estimate for the program.
The bicycle parking program will focus on use public right-of-way and lands, such as sidewalks and
parking lots. Additionally, we will recommend means of retrofitting existing commercial and retail
buildings to include bicycle parking.
Task 10.24 Develop Bicycle Parking Improvements
Bicycle Amenities
Alta will recommend guidelines for worksite amenities that accommodate bicycle commuters. These
amenities will include bicycle parking, showers, and clothing lockers. The guidelines will include:
the appropriate type of bicycle parking needed
the number of bicycle parking spaces needed according to land use type and size
appropriate locations for bicycle parking along with spacing recommendations
an adequate number of showers and clothing lockers according to land use type and size
These guidelines will be suitable for developer requirements or as a regulating ordinance.
Task 10.25 Develop Bicycle Amenities / Improvements
Links to Public Transit
Alta will recommend network improvements to provide links to public transit. We will recommend
ways to improve opportunities for people to use bicycles and public transit together.
Task 10.26 Establish Links to Public Transit Improvements
PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES NETWORK IMPROVEMENTS
Develop Immediate Priority Projects
Based on our findings from the existing conditions analysis and needs analysis, Alta will develop
specific recommendations to improve the pedestrian environment in the greater Bozeman area. The
primary focus will be locations having the highest numbers of recorded pedestrian accidents. The
secondary focus will be areas documented as having the highest level of pedestrian activity.
We will propose specific improvements and prepare detailed project sheets for each of ten to fifteen
of the highest priority locations. Recommendations may include such intersection enhancements as:
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new crosswalks
enhanced crosswalks
refuge islands
new pedestrian signals
improved signage or pavement markings
curb extensions
in-pavement flashing markers
countdown signals
wider sidewalks
ADA ramps or improvements to existing ramps.
Task 10.27 Develop Immediate Priority Projects
Recommend Improvements
We will prepare general recommendations for improving the walkability along Gallatin County’s and
Bozeman’s smaller residential streets. These recommendations may include such improvements as,
but not limited to:
decorative street lighting
street furniture
improved landscaping
improved ADA ramps; and,
signage.
Task 10.28 Develop Recommended Improvements
Recommend Design Standards
Alta will provide general design guidelines for pedestrian improvements, including:
documentation of current ADA standards and guidelines;
documentation of preferred sidewalk standards for all street classifications;
documentation of standards for sidewalk and multi-use trail intersections and overlaps; and
documentation of alternative design standards for bicycle/pedestrian facilities (i.e. hybrid
bike lanes, colored bike lanes, various types of separated shared-use-path designs, etc.).
Task 10.29 Develop Recommended Design Standards
SUB-TASK 5. IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM AND FINANCIAL STRATEGY
Ranking and Phasing of Recommendations
Recommended bicycle, pedestrian, and safe routes to school programs and improvements will be
ranked according to long range comprehensive plan criteria and submitted to the TCC for review
and comment. A Decision Matrix will be used to attach weights to each criterion and determine
which recommendations meet the highest number of criteria listed. These criteria will consist of
those listed below and others developed with TCC.
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Closure of critical gap or correction of a bottleneck in existing system
Improvement or program that serves an immediate safety need
Segment which will attract high usage
Current availability and/or suitability of right of way
Service to a previously neglected part of Bozeman and/or Gallatin County
Cost effectiveness
Projected reduction in vehicle trips and vehicle miles traveled
Integration into the existing regional bikeway system
Interface with other modes
Local political and community support
The recommended programs and improvements will next be evaluated according to specific criteria
listed in funding sources such as SAFETEA-LU. Each source requires a different type of project
and documentation of impacts and benefits. Because of this, the selected routes or improvements
will be developed in sufficient detail to qualify for the most stringent program requirements. Other
criteria to be applied from SAFETEA-LU include an emphasis on commuter routes, coordination
with adjoining community bikeways, coordination with other modes (transit), a completed and
adopted bikeway plan, and compatibility with regional transportation plans.
Our Team will work closely with the TCC and staff throughout the selection and ranking process,
lending expertise on funding, planning, and design guidelines when required.
We will also conduct another Field Review to crosscheck the feasibility of certain sections, which
may present implementation challenges.
A Phasing Plan will be developed based on the ranking outcome combined with (a) funding
availability and requirements, (b) other programmed transportation improvements, (c) eliminating an
immediate bottleneck or safety hazard, and (d) ensuring that the system grows rationally rather than
as a series of disconnected pieces over time. The Phasing Plan will recommend a ranking (short-
term, intermediate-term, and long-term) to complete a system over the next 10 to 20 years.
Task 10.30 Develop Ranking & Phasing Plan
Maintenance Costs
Each segment will be evaluated according to an estimated cost-per-mile and estimated on-going
maintenance and operation costs by implementation phase based on comparable experiences.
Departmental responsibility will also be identified, as will the relationship to possible funding and
other specific requirements.
Task 10.31 Develop Maintenance Costs
Funding Requirements
Alta will identify major federal, State, Regional and local funding sources for the proposed bicycle,
pedestrian and safe routes to school project. Costs of the phased improvements will be compared
with funding needs, so that long term programming for local matching funds can be accomplished.
A detailed table identifying available funding sources and applicability to specific priority projects
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will be provided in the final report.
Task 10.32 Identify Funding Requirements
Develop Financial Plan
Based on the recommended Phasing schedule, findings of regional significance, cost information,
and funding opportunities, we will produce a final Priority List and 20-year Financial Plan that
clearly identifies the funding requirements by year for the life of the plan. This will include estimates
of operating and maintenance costs borne by local governments.
Task 10.33 Develop Financial Plan
SUB-TASK 6. MARKETING AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
A model for a public awareness campaign and/or program will be developed. It will improve the
public awareness of bicycling and walking as an alternative to the use of automobiles. The campaign
will target users such as avid and inexperienced bicyclists, pedestrians, students, commuters, seniors,
and others. Suggestions will be made to tie into existing local events as well as an annual promotion
simply for pedestrians and bicyclists. A curriculum and sample literature specific to the community
will be created. The campaign will be comprised of a marketing element and a safety education
component.
DEVELOP EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Alta will prepare a model for bicycle and pedestrian safety education programs that can be
implemented to make local projects competitive for local and/or State funding.
Bicycle Safety Education
Recognition and avoidance of common bicycle collisions;
Understanding of driver behaviors, rights and responsibilities;
Awareness of Vehicle Codes governing bicyclists;
Bicycle helmet use;
Bicycle purchase, maintenance and repair;
Physical, social and economic consequences of bicycle collisions; and
Promotion and benefits of bicycling as an effective mode of transportation
Task 10.34 Develop Bicycle Safety Education
Pedestrian Safety Education
Recognition and avoidance of common pedestrian collisions;
Understanding of driver behaviors, rights and responsibilities;
Awareness of Vehicle Codes governing pedestrians;
Physical, social and economic consequences of pedestrian collisions;
Promotion and benefits of walking as an effective mode of transportation; and
Traffic assessment and skills.
Task 10.35 Develop Pedestrian Safety Education
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Pedestrian Safety at Bus Stops
Proper behavior around bus stops;
Schedules, fares and passenger skills; and
Inter-modal use (bus racks).
Task 10.36 Develop Pedestrian Safety at Bus Stops
11. Analyze TDM Strategies
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) deals with techniques for reducing travel demand, or
adjusting times of travel to minimize peaking on facilities. This work task will assess the
appropriateness and sufficiency of strategies such as transit investments, land use planning, bicycle
and pedestrian travel, carpool or vanpool programs, and overall parking management to contribute
to travel demand reduction in Bozeman and Gallatin County. This component of analysis is often
controversial, therefore it should be conducted within the constraints of community preferences,
and will require significant public participation.
A range of potential TDM strategies will be identified based on TDM programs that have been
developed or considered in similar regions around the country. These strategies will then be
analyzed to determine which strategies will be most effective for the conditions in the study area
boundary. This evaluation will consider the types of incentives that could be used, the size of the
typical businesses, parking supply and demand, typical commute times, transit opportunities and
other available transportation alternatives. The TDM analysis will focus on commute trips between
the home and workplace, which have traditionally had the best results with respect to TDM, as well
as recreational/tourism travel in the core area of Bozeman.
Task 11.1 Research TDM Strategies Being Used Successfully in Other Western Communities
Task 11.2 Identify Entities That Could Be Successful in Implementing TDM
Task 11.3 Rank Applicable TDM Strategies for Potential Success in Bozeman Community
Task 11.4 Identify Potential Steps in Creating a TDM Group or Agency to implement TDM
12. Downtown Parking, Access, and Circulation Analysis
This task will include researching all of the studies completed for the downtown area to date, and
summarizing the relevant findings and data in a single chapter. Note that no new analysis of the
downtown traffic circulation, or the downtown parking environment, will occur. It is the belief that
the downtown has been suitably studied over the last five years via several separate engineering
studies. For this Transportation Plan Update, a status report of the studies will be portrayed.
Task 12.1 Research Previous Studies of the Downtown Area
Task 12.2 Identify On-going and/or current Projects that are Planned for the Downtown
Task 12.3 Prepare a Brief Narrative Summary of Past and Future Downtown plans and Their Findings
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13. Miscellaneous Issues and Products
The following miscellaneous issues will be reviewed and analyzed as part of the study process and
included in the draft and final transportation planning documents:
• Right-of-way needs for future roadway extensions;
• Addition and/or deletion of roadways to the “Major Street Network”. This includes the
identification of a future “Major Street Network” that identifies future roadway needs
and approximate locations. This will be especially important in the triangle area between
Belgrade, Four Corners and Bozeman, as well as the area northwest of Bozeman proper
(north of Interstate 90);
• Changes/Modifications to functional classifications of roadways in the study area;
• Corridor preservation measures and access management guidelines (coordinated with
MDT methods and policy;
• Project selection and prioritization process for the recommended improvements;
• Recommended criteria for using Traffic Calming Pro-Actively in New Developments;
• Guidance and general discussion of opportunities and constraints associated with access
management. This will include access management strategies and approach ordinances
for the major street network that may not have them presently;
• Guidance on proper corridor analysis techniques for development traffic impact
assessments; and
• Social, Economic, and environmental effects of the Recommended Street Network.
Task 13.1 Assess Existing & Future Right-of-Way Needs for Future Network
Task 13.2 Assess Modifications to the Major Street Network
Task 13.3 Assess Modifications to Roadway Functional Classifications
Task 13.4 Identify/Develop Corridor Preservation Measures
Task 13.5 Identify/Develop Prioritization Criteria
Task 13.6 Identify/Develop Pro-Active Traffic Calming Guidance
Task 13.7 Identify/Develop Opportunities/Constraints for Access Management Guidelines
Task 13.8 Identify/Develop Criteria for Proper TIS Methods & Analysis Techniques
14. Develop Preliminary Recommendations
This task will involve developing a preliminary list of short- and long-term recommendations. The
short-term recommendations will focus on Transportation System Management (TSM) type
improvements that address ways to fine-tune the existing transportation infrastructure without
making relatively expensive, major modifications. TSM projects typically focus on traffic signal
systems, pavement markings, signing, and other roadway features that complement the basic street
system. RPA will conduct a thorough review of delay at intersections, lane utilization, traffic control
effectiveness, and other related factors. This information will be used to develop specific
recommendations for low-cost, minor projects that often result in significant improvement in traffic
flows.
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As part of the short-term recommendations, it may be necessary to develop a set of pro-active
traffic calming strategies and projects to address traffic problems occurring in the community as a
result of inadequacies on the major arterial network. The long-term recommendations will focus on
the major infrastructure modifications that will be needed.
Engineering and construction cost estimates will be developed for all of the preliminary
improvements recommended as part of this work task. These estimates will be based on current
construction costs (in 2007 dollars) from similar projects recently bid in Montana.
In addition, the roadway typical sections developed as part of the last Transportation Plan Update
(2001) contained in Chapter 12 will be revisited with City and County staff, and the community, to
determine if the sections are still applicable and/or in need of revision. Careful attention will be
made to ensuring that roadway typical section graphics and text portray the same set of information
and recommendations. In addition to the roadway typical section subject, an assessment of
acceptable roadway capacity for different roadway lane widths will be made and presented.
Appropriate right-of-way widths will be evaluated to ensure compliance with local planning desires,
roadway functional classifications, and alternative travel mode uses.
Task 14.1 Develop Transportation System Management (TSM) Recommendations
Task 14.2 Develop Major Street Network (MSN) Recommendations
Task 14.3 Develop Planning Level Construction Cost Estimates
Task 14.4 Review and/or Modify Roadway Typical Sections
Task 14.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations
Task 14.6 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations
Task 14.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations
15. Evaluate Transportation Financing Mechanisms
A single chapter of the Transportation Plan document will be devoted to a general evaluation of
transportation funding mechanisms including federal and state gas tax revenue, impact fees,
transportation bond issues, local option gas taxes, and other creative revenue funding sources. A
review and order-of-magnitude forecast for traditional local, state, and federal transportation
funding will be prepared. Local regulations or preferences related to impact fees and other private
financing alternatives will also be considered, and a range of revenue that could feasibly be raised
from such sources will be estimated. Innovative partnerships and coordinated development plans
will also be evaluated, given their opportunities for increased federal attention and consequent
potential for increased federal funding. Several examples will be prepared of how peer communities
around the country have approached comprehensive transportation funding.
Task 15.1 Evaluate Financial Feasibility of Recommendations
Task 15.2 Identify Funding Sources & Strategies
Task 15.3 Develop Alternative / Creative Funding Strategies
Task 15.4 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions
Task 15.5 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions
Task 15.6 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions
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16. Prioritize Recommended Improvements
Project recommendations will be judged against their benefits to users of the transportation system,
estimated costs, and ease of implementation. Project prioritization will be based on several factors
including significance of meeting system needs and/or resolving system problems, urgency of
addressing targeted needs or problems, and effectiveness and cost efficiency of addressing targeted
needs or problems. A prioritization will be developed through close coordination with the TCC.
This process will include public participation. Based on the results of the financial analysis, the
recommendations will be prioritized and grouped into general timeframes within which the work
will be expected to be completed. This prioritized list of improvements will be reviewed by the
public, and approved by the TCC prior to being included in the draft report. All prioritization will
be based on criteria established during the project and agreed to by members of the TCC.
The approved, prioritized list of recommended improvements to the major street network will be
provided to MDT for inclusion in a final model run. This final model run will provide the data
necessary to develop the recommended major street network traffic volumes for the forecast years
2015 and 2030.
Task 16.1 Prioritize Recommendations in Conjunction with TCC
17. Report Preparation
RPA will generate a number of different products throughout the course of analysis and Plan
development on this project. Among the first will be technical memorandums addressing specific
topics early in the project development. These technical memos will be structured for future staff
reference and written for topics such as:
• Public outreach plan;
• Study area boundary adjustments;
• Plan goals and objectives;
• Socioeconomic analysis and growth projections;
• Traffic model calibration analysis/verification results;
• Safety analysis;
• Capacity analysis (both intersections and corridors);
• Alternative Network Modeling Findings & Conclusions;
• Problem Identification;
• Initial Recommendations; and
• Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions.
One technical memo will be entirely dedicated to intersection operation and the Level of Service
(LOS) analysis and include all turning movement count data and LOS work sheets. The purpose of
these memos will be to summarize an analysis for presentation to the TCC for the purposes of
discussion, review, revisions, and most importantly, consensus and approval before moving on to
subsequent analyses. In addition to technical memos, we will generate numerous large-format
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graphics products as analyses are completed. They will be for the purposes of supporting discussion
with state and local officials, as well as public groups. Many of these graphics will end up in the final
transportation plan in smaller formats, and all large-format graphics are eventually provided to the
client. Technical memorandums and supporting information will also be provided in electronic
format.
The primary document that will be developed with this project will be the actual Transportation
Plan (draft, public draft and final). This main document will include the results of all aspects of the
planning process, address all of the issues established during the process, and list all of the
recommended short- and long-range improvement projects and programs. This document will be
produced in draft, public draft, and final versions.
The draft version of the Transportation Plan will first be provided for internal review and comment
by the TCC. A public draft will be developed that incorporates any and all relevant comments from
the TCC. Upon resolution of issues raised in the public draft, we will assemble a final version of the
Transportation Plan document. This document will rely upon quality graphics to present the
information in a concise and easy to understand format. Final reviews will be conducted with the
agency staff and TCC to ensure that all aspects of the documents are acceptable, and then the
specified copies of the final documents will be provided as the primary products and formal
documentation for the project.
RPA will produce monthly progress reports and all necessary interim technical memos and graphics
during the course of the planning process. We will produce 25 copies of the draft Transportation
Plan document, 25 copies of the public draft Transportation Plan document and 25 copies of the
final Transportation Plan document. In addition, one (1) un-bound copy of the Transportation Plan
will be provided in a three-hole punch format, as well as electronically.
The Transportation Plan document will be spiral bound at the draft, public draft and final stages.
All maps and graphics used during the course of the planning process will be transferred to the
client at the end of the project in a clear, legible hard copy format ready for public display as well as
in electronic format. All of the final report documents will be transferred to the client in both an
electronic format (Microsoft WORD for text & ArcView GIS/PDF for graphics) that is compatible
with the software used by the client.
Task 17.1 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Draft Report
Task 17.2 Revise Draft as Appropriate after Review Period
Task 17.3 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Public Draft Report
Task 17.4 Revise Public Draft Report as Appropriate After Review Period
Task 17.5 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Final Report
18. Public Participation and Meetings
RPA understands that public involvement is an important component in any successful urban and
rural transportation planning process. For this project, we propose a number of public involvement
strategies designed to work together to reach the most people possible and elicit meaningful
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participation. RPA’s project manager will be responsible for implementing this plan. Our engineers
will have primary responsibility for disseminating accurate information and responding to questions.
They will have primary responsibility for running the various meetings, setting up the meeting
venues, advertising the meetings in the local newspaper, and maintaining an accurate database of
interested citizens and officials, and facilitating larger meetings.
The Consultant team understands that the interest of the public in transportation issues has
increased with the community’s rate of growth, and that updating the plan will provide public
outreach opportunities that will:
• Educate the public on the critical elements of planning and engineering the community’s
transportation system;
• Respond to the increasing interest of the general public to participate in planning of the
community; and
• Increase the public’s investment in our Transportation Plan.
To this end, the following public outreach activities will be part of the official “Public Outreach
Plan”, which will be developed in a separate technical memorandum within two weeks of a “notice-
to-proceed” being issued to the consultants team.
General Meetings
RPA will attend monthly TCC meetings (the fourth Tuesday of each month) to discuss the progress
of the study, make presentations, and obtain guidance as appropriate. We also propose to hold one
full day workshop session with the TCC to discuss the preliminary recommendations and priorities.
RPA will also attend and present at the following venues (agendas and minutes will be prepared by
RPA):
City Commission Two (2) Project Status Presentations
One (1) Public Hearing
County Commission Two (2) Project Status Presentations
One (1) Public Hearing
1st Public Meeting Series One charrette (visioning & issues)
2nd Public Meeting Series One open house with formal presentation
3rd Public Meeting Series One charrette (preliminary recommendations / findings)
Other Meetings Up to Twenty (20) Total
Pedestrian/Traffic Safety Committee
Bicycle Advisory Board
Safe Trails
Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce (Eggs &
Issues Program)
Montana State University
Inter-neighborhood Council
Neighborhood Groups
(Others as Requested)
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Easy Access
RPA will make its lead engineers available to all interested parties for the purposes of receiving
comments and answering questions. This will be accomplished by several methods, including:
• Telephone Number to RPA - published in all materials;
• Internet e-mail access to our lead engineers - published in all materials;
• Internet Web Page dedicated to the Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan Update;
• Project information linked to the City’s Listserv;
• Direct mailing of project materials (as defined) to neighborhood group lists;
• Regular attendance at all TCC meetings during the project (18 total plus two workshops);
• Attendance at TCC, City Commission, and County Commission meetings as noted above
and by special request; and
• Attend other local group meetings as requested to include meetings with City of Bozeman
Neighborhood Groups (i.e. Inter-Neighborhood Council and up to three Neighborhood
Organization meetings) and Gallatin County neighborhood groups (limit per negotiations).
Task 18.1 Create & Maintain Project Website
Task 18.2 Develop & Maintain Direct Mailing List from Interested Parties for Newsletters & Notices
Personal Contacts
RPA will make its project manager and lead planners available for personal contacts or meetings
with smaller groups such as the emergency services personnel and school district officials, for one-
on-one communications about the project. These interactions will be developed and conducted on
a case-by-case basis. Routine contacts for information will not need to be recorded, however any
items of importance will be recorded and passed on to the City, County and MDT as appropriate.
RPA will interview at least 40 local officials and business representatives to discuss and verify
general growth and land-use trends. A brief summary of the interviews will be recorded and
submitted to the City, County and MDT.
Task 18.3 Miscellaneous Project Contacts (Phone calls, Information Requests)
Task 18.4 Interview up to 40 Entities by Phone or in Person to Discuss Land Use Trends and Employment
Published Information
RPA will produce a regular newsletter (every three months) that describes work in progress, results
achieved, preliminary recommendations, and other related topics. These newsletters will be user-
friendly, with little or no engineering jargon. They will be expected to closely mimic technical
memorandums, at a lower level of technical content. Each newsletter will be published on the
project web site. Each newsletter will include an invitation to the public to submit their comments
and ideas to the team using any of the easy access methods listed above. It is expected that RPA
would only make the newsletters available electronically.
Task 18.5 Develop Six (6) Draft Newsletters for Review by Client (City, County & MDT)
Task 18.6 Revise Draft Newsletters as per Client Comments
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Task 18.7 Prepare Six (6) Final Project Newsletters
Task 18.8 Post Newsletter “PDFs” on Project Website
Transportation Plan Listserv
The City is able to set up a listserv which would allow residents to subscribe to the “Transportation
Plan” in the same way they now subscribe to the City Commission Agendas. Any meeting
announcements, newsletters, reports, memos, minutes relevant to the update will be posted to the
listserv and received automatically by all subscribers. The TCC Subcommittee will need to identify
the materials they want posted by RPA. Note that the set-up and passwords will be provided by the
City’s IT Department.
Task 18.9 Save all relevant Materials in PDF format for posting to Listserv
Task 18.10 Miscellaneous Coordination with City for Listserv Usage
Other Meetings
The Scope of Services memo includes “up to 20 other meetings”. These meetings will be conducted
when RPA is in the community on other project related business, so no special travel time expenses
are needed. Included in those groups previously identified are the following entities:
Inter-Neighborhood Council: The INC is comprised of representatives from a variety of
organized neighborhoods across Bozeman. They serve as an important link between
residents and our local government and manage communication that would be useful in
keeping residents informed about the Transportation Plan as it moves through the process.
RPA and ALTA will meet with this group two months prior to the first formal public
opportunity (i.e. charrette) in order to provide sufficient time for them to notify their
neighbors of upcoming opportunities.
Citizen Advisory Boards: The City has 25+ Citizen Advisory Boards focused on a variety
of community values. The Advisory Boards will be contacted using the City Clerk’s Office.
All the boards will be provided with a copy of the public outreach schedule and RPA will
request a representative from each board to attend an orientation meeting so the boards may
assess the level they feel they should be participating. Outreach to the Advisory Boards will
precede the first formal public outreach activity (i.e. charrette) by at least one month to
provide boards time to meet in advance.
Neighborhood Organizations: The City of Bozeman currently has 7 neighborhood
organizations which are formally recognized by the City. These organizations maintain a
communication plan for the residents within their boundaries. RPA will execute up to three
specific meetings to address the large scale projects which are known to be of interest to a
variety of these neighborhood organizations (e.g. Highland / Kagy / Main; Oak Street
Connector).
Task 18.11 Attend Other Meetings (up to 20 total) at one hour each (No Travel Time Component)
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Monthly TCC Meetings
The project manager, and any necessary support staff, will attend meetings with the TCC, as
scheduled, to make regular presentations covering the current work effort. This element is
considered the most important aspect of the exchange of information and ideas during the
development of the Plan. During these meetings the issues, problems, and possible solutions will be
identified and discussed. These meetings will provide the RPA engineers with essential feedback
during the development of the Plan. These meetings will also provide the TCC with numerous
opportunities to guide the consultant through the process. City and/or County staff will prepare
agenda and minutes for TCC meetings.
Task 18.12 Travel to/from Bozeman for Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)
Task 18.13 Prepare for Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)
Task 18.14 Attend Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)
TCC Workshop
RPA will conduct one TCC workshop to do a detailed review at the appropriate project milestone.
This will be in addition to the regular monthly TCC meetings. The workshop will focus on
preliminary recommendations, including both major and minor actions. This will occur when we
first develop solid recommendations, before they are incorporated into model runs. We will hope to
reach tentative consensus on the importance of each of these improvements and make sure that
none are missing. RPA will prepare agendas and minutes for the workshop.
Task 18.15 Travel to/from Bozeman for TCC Workshop
Task 18.16 Prepare for TCC Workshop
Task 18.17 Attend TCC Workshop
Meetings with the City Commission and County Commission
RPA will attend two project status meetings each with the City Commission, and County
Commissioners as necessary to ensure that the goals, objectives, and decisions are acceptable with
the elected officials. The presentations for these venues will be provided in a PDF format such that
they can be posted to the Transportation Plan website.
Task 18.18 Travel to/from Bozeman for City Commission Meetings (2 total)
Task 18.19 Prepare for City Commission Meetings (2 total)
Task 18.20 Attend City Commission Meetings (2 total)
Task 18.21 Travel to/from Bozeman for County Commission Meetings (2 total)
Task 18.22 Prepare for County Commission Meetings (2 total)
Task 18.23 Attend County Commission Meetings (2 total)
Public Meetings
We propose to hold three formal public opportunities for this project. Two of these opportunities
will be in the form of a highly participatory set of community planning workshops knows as a
charrette. The charrette is an intensive, broad-based, community driven process that has a record of
success by crafting meaningful community engagement and acceptance.
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The first charrette (i.e. public meeting number 1) will be used to discuss and identify the issues and
visioning that will help define community perceptions and goals, as well as identifying issues that
should be addressed as part of the planning effort. This initial effort would consist of a 3- or 4-hour
workshop that would be very interactive. The purpose would be for RPA to define the
transportation planning process, and then engage the community through the execution of the
charrette workshop.
The second public meeting will occur after we have completed our initial field studies and have
defined the transportation-related problems. The purpose of this gathering will be to review the
identified problems with the public to assure that all of the major transportation problems have been
included in our analysis. This meeting will be more of a typical public meeting, whereby an informal
open house would be held where attendees could visit with project personnel at several displays,
followed by a formal presentation by the Consultant team and questions and answers.
The third public meeting will be in the form of a charrette as well in that after a formal presentation
is made regarding the preliminary recommendations and findings, individual work stations will be set
up for participants to move about to their areas of interest and review and comment on the
preliminary findings. It is hoped that participants can become fully engaged through this mechanism
and alleviate many of the “confrontational” situations that can occur in large, traditional public
forums. The purpose of this venue will be to present the types of recommended improvements and
receive initial feedback from the community.
RPA will facilitate these public opportunities and will have the project manager present, as well as
another staff member to record the comments and concerns of the public. This will allow the
project manager to focus on the discussion while the staff member records the comments.
RPA will be responsible for arranging the locations of the various public meetings and advertising
them in the local newspaper.
Task 18.24 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 1
Task 18.25 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 1
Task 18.26 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 1
Task 18.27 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 1 & Distribute
Task 18.28 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 2
Task 18.29 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 2
Task 18.30 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 2
Task 18.31 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 2 & Distribute
Task 18.32 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 3
Task 18.33 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 3
Task 18.34 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 3
Task 18.35 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 3 & Distribute
Public Hearings
RPA will plan to hold two public hearings on the project after the draft Transportation Plan has
been published. These public hearings will be held separately with the City Commission and the
County Commission and will be facilitated by the RPA team. These hearings will be designed to
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obtain official comments from the public prior to final approval of the document and production of
the final report. RPA will be responsible for arranging the location and advertising of the public
hearings.
Task 18.36 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Hearing with City Commission
Task 18.37 Prepare for Public Hearing with City Commission
Task 18.38 Attend/Facilitate Public Hearing with City Commission
Task 18.39 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Hearing with County Commission
Task 18.40 Prepare for Public Hearing with County Commission
Task 18.41 Attend/Facilitate Public Hearing with County Commission
Public Outreach Plan
A formal “public outreach plan” will be completed within two weeks of the official “notice-to-
proceed” being issued to the Consultant team. The public outreach plan will include a month-by-
month plan outlining the public outreach efforts to be conducted, including: advertising,
newsletters, publications and handouts, meetings, charrettes, and presentations. This will serve as a
road map for conducting public outreach through the update process and will allow interested
citizens to plan for their participation. It is expected that this public outreach plan will be available
and reviewed at the very first TCC meeting held on this project. (NOTE: Formally developing
the Public Outreach Plan is accommodated under task number 1 of this scope of services).
Management Techniques
All of the public participation components described thus far will be conducted using sign-up lists,
to make sure that we stay in touch with everyone interested in the project. Our staff will also collect
public comments either by requesting written comments, or writing notes as verbal comments are
offered. All such records will be accumulated and addressed during the planning process.
Deliverables
• Public Outreach Plan – 25 copies
• Study Area Boundary Adjustments – 25 copies
• Plan Goals and Objectives – 25 copies
• Socioeconomic Analysis and Growth Projections Technical Memo – 25 copies
• Safety Analysis Technical Memo – 25 copies
• Capacity Analysis Report (both intersections and corridors) -25 copies
• Traffic Model Calibration Analysis/Verification Report – 25 copies
• Problem Identification Report-25 copies
• Alternative Network Modeling Findings & Conclusions – 25 copies
• Report on Initial Recommendations-25 copies
• Intersection Operation Technical Memo-25 copies
• Level of Service Analysis Technical Memo-25 copies
• Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions – 25 copies
• Large Format Displays
• Newsletters – 9 each (every other month for 18 month duration)
• Draft Report – 25 bound copies
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• Public Draft Report – 25 bound copies
• Final Report – 25 bound copies, 1 unbound copy (3 hole punched), electronic version on
CD
• Meeting agendas and minutes as specified
Project Budget
Refer to the attached “Exhibit B”. The Consultant team budget established for the project shall be
the lump sum amount of Two Hundred Twenty Five Thousand Six Hundred Seventy Dollars
and No Cents ($225,670).
Project Schedule
Refer to the attached schedule below. Notice-to-proceed is expected to be issued on or about
March 15th, 2007.
2007 2008
Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug
Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan (2007 Update)
Task 1: Review Study Area Boundary / Prepare Public Outreach Plan
Task 2: Assemble, Review, and Analyze Existing Data and Reports
Task 3: Identify Goals and Objectives
Task 4: Data Collection and Field Studies
Task 5: Develop Socioeconomic Baseline and Forecasts
Task 6: Develop Land Use Baseline and Forecasts
Task 7: Travel Demand Modeling of Existing and Projected Conditions
Task 8: Analysis and Problem Identification
Task 9: Alternatives Modeling and Assessment
Task 10: Analyze Alternative Modes of Transportation
Task 11: Analyze TDM Strategies
Task 12: Downtown Parking, Access, and Circulation Analysis
Task 13: Miscellaneous Issues and Products
Task 14: Develop Preliminary Recommendations
Task 15: Evaluate Transportation Financing Mechanisms
Task 16: Prioritize Recommended Improvements
Task 17: Report Preparation
Task 18: Public Participation and Meetings
Published Information (Newsletter) ▲▲▲▲▲▲
Other Meetings ~~~
Monthly TCC Meetings ▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲▲
TCC Workshop ~
City Commission Updates ~~
County Commission Updates ~~
Public Meetings ~~~
City Commission Public Hearing ~
County Commission Public Hearing ~
Project Website
Miscellaneous Deliverables
Public Outreach Plan ●
Study Area Boundary Adjustments ●
Plan Goals and Objectives ●
Socioeconomic Analysis and Growth Projections Technical Memo ●
Safety Analysis Technical Memo ●
Capacity Analysis Report (both intersections and corridors)●
Traffic Model Calibration Analysis/Verification Report ●
Problem Identification Report ●
Alternative Network Modeling Findings & Conclusions ●
Report on Initial Recommendations ●
Intersection Operation Technical Memo ●
Level of Service Analysis Technical Memo ●
Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions ●
Newsletters – 6 each (every three months for 18 month duration)▲▲▲▲▲▲
Draft Report ●
Public Draft Report ●
Final Report ●
Meeting agendas and minutes as specified
Work Tasks & Descriptions
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Cost Proposal Scope of Services (sheet 39 - B1)
Robert Peccia & Associates2/2/2007
KEITH JEFF DAN TRISHA NICK NANCY SHONA TOTALTASK DESCRIPTION JENSEN KEY NORDERUD JENSEN LADAS GEARY ELLISON RPA$46.25 $38.46 $31.73 $18.75 $24.04 $19.62 $14.66 HOURS1.0 Review Study Area Boundary / Prepare Public Outreach Plan1.1 Compile & Review Information 4 41.2 Prepare Draft Public Outreach Plan 4261.3 QA/QC Review of Draft Public Outreach Plan 1 11.4 Prepare Final Public Outreach Plan 2131.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary 4 2 61.6 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary 1 11.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary 2132.0 Assemble, Review, and Analyze Existing Data and Reports
2.1 Request & Compile Aforementioned Information 4 42.2 Review Pertinent Reports & Data 8 82.3 Inquiry to Staff Regarding Questions and/or Issues on Compiled Information 4 43.0 Identify Goals and Objectives3.1 Compile & Review Existing Community Goals, Policies & Objectives 2 2
3.2 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives 4263.3 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives 1 13.4 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives 2134.0 Data Collection and Field Studies4.1 Assemble All Data Available from City, County & MDT 28 10
4.2 Complete Turning Movement Counts @ Intersections (80)320 3204.3 Collect Crash Data 224.4 Collect Geometric Data Re: Striping, Signs, Etc. in Corridors 216 184.5 Identify / Assess Current Truck Route System 22 44.6 Identify / Assess Community Transit Operations 24 6
4.7 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis 2 8 104.8 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis 1 2 34.9 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis 2 4 64.10 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity 210 4164.11 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity 2 2
4.12 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity 28 3134.13 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity 212 4184.14 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity 2 24.15 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity 2 8 3 134.16 Travel to/from Bozeman for all Data Collection Activities (will use local personnel)00
5.0 Develop Socioeconomic Baseline and Forecasts5.1 Develop TAZs & Research Area Census Tracts/Blocks with MDT and City 2 25.2 Review Existing & Ongoing Demographic/Employment Information in Area 2 25.3 Develop and/or Refine Available Data Needs & Formats 2 25.4 Develop and/or Refine Available Economic, Population, & Housing Data 2 2
5.5 Miscellaneous Coordination with MDT Traffic Modeler and Miscellaneous Staff 2 25.6 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis 84125.7 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis 2 25.8 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis 4 2 66.0 Develop Land Use Baseline and Forecasts
6.1 Review Local and County Forecasts for Population, Housing & Employment 2 26.2 Create / Refine Summary Forecasts 2 26.3 Review / Allocate Future Population and Employment to TAZs and Census Blocks 88166.4 Recruit, Schedule and Chair Land Use Advisory Committee (LUAC) 4 8 126.5 Develop/ Review Land Use Forecasts 4 4
6.6 Develop Alternative Growth and Land Use Assumptions (Low, Moderate & High)2 26.7 Create "DOT" Map During Committee Meetings (As Required)2466.8 Summarize "DOT" Map and Forecasting Results in Draft Technical Memorandum 48126.9 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum 2 26.10 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum 448
6.11 Meet with MDT as Appropriate 8 86.12 Travel to/from Bozeman for LUAC workshop 4 47.0 Travel Demand Modeling of Existing and Projected Conditions 7.1 Miscellaneous Meetings with MDT Traffic Modeler 07.2 Assess Model Validation According to Accepted Calibration Methods 0
7.3 Deliver year 2015 and year 2025 Growth Assumptions for Model Input 07.4 Identify Committed Project List and Deliver to MDT for "E+C Network" 07.5 Analyze Output of "E+C Network" and Identify Issue Areas 07.6 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration 07.7 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration 0
7.8 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration 08.0 Analysis and Problem Identification8.1 Analyze all Existing and Collected Data & New Future Information 44 4128.2 Perform Intersection & Corridor Capacity Analysis (Future)412 4208.3 Analyze Signal Groupings and Coordination (Existing & Future)48 416
8.4 Project Future Crash Issues & Concerns 2 28.5 Analyze Truck Route System Issues & Future Opportunities/Needs 2 28.6 Identify Operational Deficiencies & Safety Problems (Future)26 88.7 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)44 6148.8 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)2 2
8.9 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)22 489.0 Alternatives Modeling and Assessment9.1 Develop Alternative Modeling Scenarios 09.2 Meet with MDT Traffic Modeler to Incorporate Scenarios 09.3 Examine Alternative Test Runs 0
9.4 Develop Recommended Future Year Model Network and Analyze 09.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling 09.6 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling 09.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling 010.0 Analyze Alternative Modes of Transportation
10.1 Travel to/from Bozeman for Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events (One Trip)010.2 Prepare for Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events (Five Total)010.3 Attend / Conduct Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events 010.4 Review Existing Street Classifications and Roadway Network 010.5 Examine Existing Documentation 0
10.6 Solicit Comments 010.7 Field Review 010.8 Analyze Existing Facilities 010.9 Analyze Bicycle Collision Data 010.10 Analyze Traffic Data 0
10.11 Analyze Existing Programs 010.12 Document Findings 010.13 GIS Mapping / Inventory 010.14 Examine Collision Data 010.15 Solicit Comments 0
10.16 Supplemental Field Review 010.17 Review Enforcement Procedures 010.18 Document Findings 010.19 Use Existing Conditions Analysis 010.20 Create Alternative Travel Mode Survey 0
10.21 Distribute Hard copies with water bill (9,000 copies)010.22 Analyze Survey Results in Text and Graphically 010.23 Develop Bikeway Network Improvements 010.24 Develop Bicycle Parking Improvements 010.25 Develop Bicycle Amenities / Improvements 0
10.26 Establish Links to Public Transit Improvements 010.27 Develop Immediate Priority Projects 010.28 Develop Recommended Pedestrian Improvements 010.29 Develop Recommended Design Standards 010.30 Develop Ranking & Phasing Plan 0
10.31 Develop Maintenance Costs 010.32 Identify Funding Requirements 010.33 Develop Financial Plan 010.34 Develop Bicycle Safety Education 010.35 Develop Pedestrian Safety Education 0
10.36 Develop Pedestrian Safety at Bus Stops 011.0 Analyze TDM Strategies11.1 Research TDM Strategies Being Used Successfully in Other Western Communities 2 211.2 Identify Entities That Could Be Successful in Implementing TDM 2 211.3 Rank Applicable TDM Strategies for Potential Success in Bozeman Community 2 2
11.4 Identify Potential Steps in Creating a TDM Group or Agency to implement TDM 2 212.0 Downtown Parking, Access, and Circulation Analysis12.1 Research Previous Studies of the Downtown Area 4 412.2 Identify On-going and/or current Projects that are Planned for the Downtown 4 412.3 Prepare a Brief Narrative Summary of Past and Future Downtown plans and Their Findings 4 4
13.0 Miscellaneous Issues and Products 13.1 Assess Existing & Future Right-of-Way Needs for Future Network 44813.2 Assess Modifications to the Major Street Network 44813.3 Assess Modifications to Roadway Functional Classifications 44813.4 Identify/Develop Corridor Preservation Measures 4 4
13.5 Identify/Develop Prioritization Criteria 4 413.6 Identify/Develop Pro-Active Traffic Calming Guidance 4 413.7 Identify/Develop Opportunities/Constraints for Access Management Guidelines 4 413.8 Identify/Develop Criteria for Proper TIS Methods & Analysis Techniques 4 414.0 Develop Preliminary Recommendations
14.1 Develop Transportation System Management (TSM) Recommendations 20 8 2814.2 Develop Major Street Network (MSN) Recommendations 20 8 2814.3 Develop Planning Level Construction Cost Estimates 210 1214.4 Review and/or Modify Roadway Typical Sections 20 8 10 3814.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations 10 6 6 22
14.6 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations 2 214.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations 63 31215.0 Evaluate Transportation Financing Mechanisms15.1 Evaluate Financial Feasibility of Recommendations 1 115.2 Identify Funding Sources & Strategies 1 1
15.3 Develop Alternative / Creative Funding Strategies 1 115.4 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions 1 115.5 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions 1 115.6 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions 1 116.0 Prioritize Recommended Improvements16.1 Prioritize Recommendations in Conjunction with TCC 4 4
17.0 Report Preparation17.1 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Draft Report 16 8 8 8 4017.2 Revise Draft as Appropriate after Review Period 62 51317.3 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Public Draft Report 84 442017.4 Revise Public Draft Report as Appropriate After Review Period 53 210
17.5 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Final Report 42 241218.0 Public Participation and Meetings18.1 Create & Maintain Project Website 24 16 4018.2 Develop & Maintain Direct Mailing List from Interested Parties for Newsletters & Notices 24 618.3 Miscellaneous Project Contacts (Phone calls, Information Requests)12 1218.4 Interview up to 40 Entities by Phone or in Person to Discuss Land Use Trends and Employment 12 1218.5 Develop Six (6) Draft Newsletters for Review by Client (City, County & MDT)20 30 5018.6 Revise Draft Newsletters as per Client Comments 5101518.7 Prepare Six (6) Final Project Newsletters 45918.8 Post Newsletter "PDFs" on Project Website 24618.9 Save all relevant Materials in PDF format for posting to Listserv 4 418.10 Miscellaneous Coordination with City for Listserv Usage 4 4818.11 Attend Other Meetings (up to 20 total) at one hour each (No Travel Time Component)20 2018.12 Travel to/from Bozeman for Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)72 7218.13 Prepare for Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)36 3618.14 Attend Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)36 3618.15 Travel to/from Bozeman for TCC Workshop (1 Workshop total)4 418.16 Prepare for TCC Workshop (1 Workshop total)4 418.17 Attend TCC Workshop (1 Workshop total)6 618.18 Travel to/from Bozeman for City Commission Meetings (2 total) 8 818.19 Prepare for City Commission Meetings (2 total)4 4
18.20 Attend City Commission Meeting (2 total)8 8
18.21 Travel to/from Bozeman for County Commission Meetings (2 total) include in city commission trip 0 018.22 Prepare for County Commission Meetings (2 total)4 418.23 Attend County Commission Meetings (2 total)8 8
18.24 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 1 4 418.25 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 1 2 218.26 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 1 4 418.27 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 1 & Distribute 3 318.28 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 2 4 418.29 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 2 2 218.30 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 2 4 418.31 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 2 & Distribute 3 3
18.32 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 3 4 418.33 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 3 2 218.34 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 3 4 418.35 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 3 & Distribute 3 318.36 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Hearing with City Commission 4 418.37 Prepare for Public Hearing with City Commission 2 218.38 Attend/Facilitate Public Hearing with City Commission 4 4
18.39 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Hearing with County Commission (include in city commision trip)0 018.40 Prepare for Public Hearing with County Commission 2 218.41 Attend/Facilitate Public Hearing with County Commission 4 4
SUBTOTAL 16 685 0 488 45 171 20 1425DIRECT LABOR COSTS $740.00 $26,345.10 $0.00 $9,150.00 $1,081.80 $3,355.02 $293.20 $40,965.12
LABOR COSTS RPA OVERHEAD LOADEDDIRECT RATE RPALABOR 1.5856 LABORKEITH JENSEN $740.00 $1,173.34 $1,913.34JEFF KEY $26,345.10 $41,772.79 $68,117.89DAN NORDERUD $0.00 $0.00 $0.00TRISHA JENSEN $9,150.00 $14,508.24 $23,658.24NICK LADAS $1,081.80 $1,715.30 $2,797.10NANCY GEARY $3,355.02 $5,319.72 $8,674.74SHONA ELLISON $293.20 $464.90 $758.10SUBTOTAL LABOR COSTS $40,965.12 $64,954.29 $105,919.41
DIRECT JOB COSTS TOTALDIRECT
PER DIEM EXPENSES ($120 PER DAY) TIMES 15 TOTAL $1,800.00EQUIPMENT - TURNING MOVEMENT COUNTERS (80 DAYS @ $15 PER DAY)$1,200.00MILEAGE EXPENSES (200 MILES ROUNDTRIP @ 0.495) * 28 ROUNDTRIPS $2,772.00AIR TRAVEL EXPENSES $0.00POSTAGE/SHIPPING $500.00NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS $2,400.00TELEPHONE/FAX SERVICE $500.00PRINTING & COPIES $0.00Draft Transportation Plan (25)$2,500.00Public Draft Transportation Plan (25)$2,500.00Final Transportation Plan (25)$2,500.00SUBCONSULTANTSCAMBRIDGE SYSTEMATICS, INC $46,340.00
ALTA PLANNING + DESIGN $44,025.00SUBTOTAL DIRECT COSTS $107,037.00
TOTAL COSTS $212,956.41
PROFIT (at 12%)$12,710.33
TOTAL $225,667
SAY $225,670
Data Collection 0 overnights (one person) 0TCC Meetings 0 overnights (one person) 0TCC Workshops 0 overnights (one person) 0Public Meetings 12 overnights (one person)\ 12Miscellaneous meetings 0 overnights (one person) 0Public Hearing 3 overnights (one person) 315
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CAMBRIDGE SYSTEMATICS, INC. COST PROPOSALEXHIBIT "B" (sheet 40 - B2)Client: City of Bozeman Engineering DivisionProject Name: Transportation Plan 2006 UpdateBD Number: 3773-000Period of Performan2/1/07 to 7/31/084. Data Collection and Field Studies5. Develop Socioeconomic Forecasts7. Travel Demand Modeling8. Analysis and Problem Identification9. Alternatives Modeling and Assessment13. Miscellaneous Issues & Products15. Evaluate Transportation Financing18. Public Participation and MeetingsTOTALName Labor Category Rate Hours Dollars Hours Dollars Hours Dollars Hours Dollars Hours Dollars Hours Dollars Hours Dollars Hours Dollars Hours DollarsDirect LaborGeorge Mazur Senior Associate (PIC) 54.35$ -$ -$ 20 1,087.00$ 16 869.60$ 32 1,739.20$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 68 3,695.80$ Sophie Hartshorn Senior Professional 36.17$ -$ -$ 16 578.72$ 24 868.08$ 16 578.72$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 56 2,025.52$ Casey Woodley Associate 35.87$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 12 430.44$ 0 -$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 12 430.44$ Iris Ortiz Associate 36.96$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ Shruti Malik Senior Professional 35.05$ -$ -$ 16 560.80$ 0 -$ 16 560.80$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 32 1,121.60$ Eric Tang Professional 29.79$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 40 1,191.60$ 0 -$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 40 1,191.60$ Jessica Wang Professional 30.32$ -$ -$ 8 242.56$ 32 970.24$ 60 1,819.20$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 100 3,032.00$ Production Production 30.84$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ Dan Hodge Associate 46.74$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ -$ -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ Direct Labor Subtotal 0 -$ 0 -$ 60 2,469.08$ 124 4,329.96$ 124 4,697.92$ 0 -$ 0 -$ 0 -$ 308 11,496.96$ Salary Increases Effective April 1 5.63% -$ -$ 139.05$ 243.85$ 264.57$ -$ -$ -$ 647.46$ Direct Labor Total -$ -$ 2,608.13$ 4,573.81$ 4,962.49$ -$ -$ -$ 12,144.42$ Overhead (on direct labor) 168% -$ -$ 4,381.66$ 7,683.99$ 8,336.98$ -$ -$ -$ 20,402.63$ Labor and Overhead Total -$ -$ 6,989.79$ 12,257.80$ 13,299.47$ -$ -$ -$ 32,547.06$ Direct Expenses Travel 6,902.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 6,902.00$ Postage and Shipping 540.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 540.00$ Graphics and Copying 360.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 360.00$ Computer @ $7/hour 1,726.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,726.00$ Telephone and Fax 360.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 360.00$ Total Direct Expenses 9,888.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 9,888.00$ Fixed Fee (on labor and overhead total) 12% -$ -$ 838.77$ 1,470.94$ 1,595.94$ -$ -$ -$ 3,905.65$ TOTAL COST PLUS FEE 9,888.00$ -$ 7,828.56$ 13,728.74$ 14,895.41$ -$ -$ -$ 46,340.70$ 105
Greater Bozeman Area Transportation Plan (2007 Update)EXHIBIT "B"
Cost Proposal Scope of Services (sheet 41 - B3)
ALTA Planning + Design2/2/2007
MIA J. ROBERTS/VIRGINIA JOE TOTALTASK DESCRIPTION BIRK R. RENFRO MORGAN GILPIN ALTA$47.32 $21.74 $18.51 $23.27 HOURS1.0 Review Study Area Boundary / Prepare Public Outreach Plan
1.1 Compile & Review Information 01.2 Prepare Draft Public Outreach Plan 01.3 QA/QC Review of Draft Public Outreach Plan 01.4 Prepare Final Public Outreach Plan 01.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary 01.6 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary 01.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Study Area Boundary 02.0 Assemble, Review, and Analyze Existing Data and Reports
2.1 Request & Compile Aforementioned Information 02.2 Review Pertinent Reports & Data 0
2.3 Inquiry to Staff Regarding Questions and/or Issues on Compiled Information 03.0 Identify Goals and Objectives3.1 Compile & Review Existing Community Goals, Policies & Objectives 03.2 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives 03.3 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives 0
3.4 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Plan Goals & Objectives 04.0 Data Collection and Field Studies
4.1 Assemble All Data Available from City, County & MDT 04.2 Complete Turning Movement Counts @ Intersections (80)04.3 Collect Crash Data 04.4 Collect Geometric Data Re: Striping, Signs, Etc. in Corridors 04.5 Identify / Assess Current Truck Route System 0
4.6 Identify / Assess Community Transit Operations 04.7 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis 0
4.8 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis 04.9 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Crash Analysis 0
4.10 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity 04.11 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity 04.12 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Intersection Operation/Capacity 04.13 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity 04.14 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity 0
4.15 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Corridor Operation/Capacity 04.16 Travel to/from Bozeman for all Data Collection Activities 0
5.0 Develop Socioeconomic Baseline and Forecasts5.1 Develop TAZs & Research Area Census Tracts/Blocks with MDT and City 0
5.2 Review Existing & Ongoing Demographic/Employment Information in Area 05.3 Develop and/or Refine Available Data Needs & Formats 05.4 Develop and/or Refine Available Economic, Population, & Housing Data 05.5 Miscellaneous Coordination with MDT Traffic Modeler and Miscellaneous Staff 05.6 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis 0
5.7 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis 05.8 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Socioeconomic Analysis 0
6.0 Develop Land Use Baseline and Forecasts6.1 Review Local and County Forecasts for Population, Housing & Employment 06.2 Create / Refine Summary Forecasts 06.3 Review / Allocate Future Population and Employment to TAZs and Census Blocks 06.4 Recruit, Schedule and Chair Land Use Advisory Committee (LUAC)0
6.5 Develop/ Review Land Use Forecasts 06.6 Develop Alternative Growth and Land Use Assumptions (Low, Moderate & High)0
6.7 Create "DOT" Map During Committee Meetings (As Required)06.8 Summarize "DOT" Map and Forecasting Results in Draft Technical Memorandum 0
6.9 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum 06.10 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum 06.11 Meet with MDT as Appropriate 06.12 Travel to/from Bozeman for LUAC workshop 07.0 Travel Demand Modeling of Existing and Projected Conditions
7.1 Miscellaneous Meetings with MDT Traffic Modeler 07.2 Assess Model Validation According to Accepted Calibration Methods 0
7.3 Deliver year 2015 and year 2025 Growth Assumptions for Model Input 07.4 Identify Committed Project List and Deliver to MDT for "E+C Network" 0
7.5 Analyze Output of "E+C Network" and Identify Issue Areas 07.6 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration 07.7 QA/QC Review of Draft Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration 07.8 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Existing Model Calibration 08.0 Analysis and Problem Identification
8.1 Analyze all Existing and Collected Data & New Future Information 08.2 Perform Intersection & Corridor Capacity Analysis (Future)0
8.3 Analyze Signal Groupings and Coordination (Existing & Future)08.4 Project Future Crash Issues & Concerns 08.5 Analyze Truck Route System Issues & Future Opportunities/Needs 08.6 Identify Operational Deficiencies & Safety Problems (Future)08.7 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)08.8 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)08.9 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Problem Identification (Existing & Future)0
9.0 Alternatives Modeling and Assessment9.1 Develop Alternative Modeling Scenarios 0
9.2 Meet with MDT Traffic Modeler to Incorporate Scenarios 09.3 Examine Alternative Test Runs 09.4 Develop Recommended Future Year Model Network and Analyze 09.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling 09.6 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling 0
9.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum for Alternative Network Modeling 010.0 Analyze Alternative Modes of Transportation
10.1 Travel to/from Bozeman for Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events (One Trip)8810.2 Prepare for Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events (Five Total)21012
10.3 Attend / Conduct Bicycle/Pedestrian Stakeholder Events 10 2 1210.4 Review Existing Street Classifications and Roadway Network 4410.5 Examine Existing Documentation 6610.6 Solicit Comments 2210.7 Field Review 84048
10.8 Analyze Existing Facilities 4222610.9 Analyze Bicycle Collision Data 22
10.10 Analyze Traffic Data 12 1210.11 Analyze Existing Programs 4410.12 Document Findings 24 61210.13 GIS Mapping / Inventory 40 4010.14 Examine Collision Data 2210.15 Solicit Comments 2210.16 Supplemental Field Review 62430
10.17 Review Enforcement Procedures 4410.18 Document Findings 448
10.19 Use Existing Conditions Analysis 44810.20 Create Alternative Travel Mode Survey 4410.21 Distribute Hard copies with water bill (9,000 copies)4410.22 Analyze Survey Results in Text and Graphically 12 2 1410.23 Develop Bikeway Network Improvements 420 4064
10.24 Develop Bicycle Parking Improvements 44810.25 Develop Bicycle Amenities / Improvements 448
10.26 Establish Links to Public Transit Improvements 44810.27 Develop Immediate Priority Projects 25 5 30
10.28 Develop Recommended Pedestrian Improvements 60 2 6210.29 Develop Recommended Design Standards 22 2210.30 Develop Ranking & Phasing Plan 50 10 6010.31 Develop Maintenance Costs 4410.32 Identify Funding Requirements 10 10
10.33 Develop Financial Plan 224 2610.34 Develop Bicycle Safety Education 10 4 14
10.35 Develop Pedestrian Safety Education 10 4 1410.36 Develop Pedestrian Safety at Bus Stops 4411.0 Analyze TDM Strategies11.1 Research TDM Strategies Being Used Successfully in Other Western Communities 011.2 Identify Entities That Could Be Successful in Implementing TDM 011.3 Rank Applicable TDM Strategies for Potential Success in Bozeman Community 011.4 Identify Potential Steps in Creating a TDM Group or Agency to implement TDM 0
12.0 Downtown Parking, Access, and Circulation Analysis12.1 Research Previous Studies of the Downtown Area 0
12.2 Identify On-going and/or current Projects that are Planned for the Downtown 012.3 Prepare a Brief Narrative Summary of Past and Future Downtown plans and Their Findings 013.0 Miscellaneous Issues and Products 13.1 Assess Existing & Future Right-of-Way Needs for Future Network 013.2 Assess Modifications to the Major Street Network 0
13.3 Assess Modifications to Roadway Functional Classifications 013.4 Identify/Develop Corridor Preservation Measures 0
13.5 Identify/Develop Prioritization Criteria 013.6 Identify/Develop Pro-Active Traffic Calming Guidance 0
13.7 Identify/Develop Opportunities/Constraints for Access Management Guidelines 013.8 Identify/Develop Criteria for Proper TIS Methods & Analysis Techniques 014.0 Develop Preliminary Recommendations14.1 Develop Transportation System Management (TSM) Recommendations 014.2 Develop Major Street Network (MSN) Recommendations 0
14.3 Develop Planning Level Construction Cost Estimates 014.4 Review and/or Modify Roadway Typical Sections 0
14.5 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations 014.6 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations 014.7 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum on Initial Recommendations 015.0 Evaluate Transportation Financing Mechanisms15.1 Evaluate Financial Feasibility of Recommendations 015.2 Identify Funding Sources & Strategies 015.3 Develop Alternative / Creative Funding Strategies 0
15.4 Prepare Draft Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions 015.5 QA/QC of Draft Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions 0
15.6 Prepare Final Technical Memorandum on Transportation Financing Strategies & Suggestions 016.0 Prioritize Recommended Improvements16.1 Prioritize Recommendations in Conjunction with TCC 017.0 Report Preparation17.1 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Draft Report 0
17.2 Revise Draft as Appropriate after Review Period 017.3 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Public Draft Report 0
17.4 Revise Public Draft Report as Appropriate After Review Period 017.5 Prepare/Submit 25 Copies of Final Report 0
18.0 Public Participation and Meetings18.1 Create & Maintain Project Website 018.2 Develop & Maintain Direct Mailing List from Interested Parties for Newsletters & Notices 018.3 Miscellaneous Project Contacts (Phone calls, Information Requests)018.4 Interview up to 40 Entities by Phone or in Person to Discuss Land Use Trends and Employment 0
18.5 Develop Six (6) Draft Newsletters for Review by Client (City, County & MDT)018.6 Revise Draft Newsletters as per Client Comments 0
18.7 Prepare Six (6) Final Project Newsletters 018.8 Post Newsletter "PDFs" on Project Website 018.90 Save all relevant Materials in PDF format for posting to Listserv 018.10 Miscellaneous Coordination with City for Listserv Usage 018.11 Attend Other Meetings (up to 20 total) at one hour each (No Travel Time Component)018.12 Travel to/from Bozeman for Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)018.13 Prepare for Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)0
18.14 Attend Monthly TCC Meetings (18 Meetings total)018.15 Travel to/from Bozeman for TCC Workshop (1 Workshop total)0
18.16 Prepare for TCC Workshop (1 Workshop total)018.17 Attend TCC Workshop (1 Workshop total)018.18 Travel to/from Bozeman for City Commission Meetings (2 total) 018.19 Prepare for City Commission Meetings (2 total)018.20 Attend City Commission Meeting (2 total)0
18.21 Travel to/from Bozeman for County Commission Meetings (2 total) include in city commission trip 018.22 Prepare for County Commission Meetings (2 total)018.23 Attend County Commission Meetings (2 total)018.24 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 1 018.25 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 1 018.26 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 1 018.27 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 1 & Distribute 018.28 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 2 018.29 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 2 018.30 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 2 018.31 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 2 & Distribute 018.32 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Meeting Number 3 018.33 Prepare for Public Meeting Number 3 018.34 Attend/Facilitate Public Meeting Number 3 018.35 Create Minutes for Public Meeting Number 3 & Distribute 018.36 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Hearing with City Commission 018.37 Prepare for Public Hearing with City Commission 018.38 Attend/Facilitate Public Hearing with City Commission 0
18.39 Travel to/from Bozeman for Public Hearing with County Commission (include in city commision trip)018.40 Prepare for Public Hearing with County Commission 018.41 Attend/Facilitate Public Hearing with County Commission 0
SUBTOTAL 30 373 2 193 598DIRECT LABOR COSTS $1,419.60 $8,109.02 $37.02 $4,491.11 $14,056.75
LABOR COSTS ALTA OVERHEAD LOADEDDIRECT RATE ALTALABOR 1.5433 LABORMIA BIRK $1,419.60 $2,190.87 $3,610.47JESSICA ROBERTS / RORY RENFRO $8,109.02 $12,514.65 $20,623.67VIRGINIA MORGAN $37.02 $57.13 $94.15JOE GILPIN $4,491.11 $6,931.13 $11,422.24SUBTOTAL LABOR COSTS $14,056.75 $21,693.78 $35,750.53
DIRECT JOB COSTS TOTALDIRECTPER DIEM EXPENSES ($160 PER DAY) TIMES 5 TOTAL $800.00AIR TRAVEL EXPENSES (5 ROUNDTRIPS @ $400)$2,000.00POSTAGE/SHIPPING $60.00
NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENTS $0.00TELEPHONE/FAX SERVICE $52.00PRINTING & COPIES $0.00SUBTOTAL DIRECT COSTS $2,912.00
TOTAL COSTS $38,662.53
PROFIT (at 15%)$5,362.58
TOTAL $44,025
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EXHIBIT "C"
NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE
During the performance of this Agreement, the CONSULTANT (hereafter in this Section “the Party”), for itself, its assignees and successors in interest, agrees as follows: A) COMPLIANCE WITH TITLE VI OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 FOR FEDERAL-AID CONTRACTS (1) Compliance with Regulations: The Party shall comply with all Regulations relative to nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation, 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21, as they may be amended (hereafter referred to as the Regulations), which are incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement, even if only state funding is here involved. (2) Nondiscrimination: The Party, with regard to the work performed by it during the Agreement, shall not discriminate on the grounds of sex, race, color, or national origin in the selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurement of materials and leases of equipment. The Party shall not participate either directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by 49 CFR 21.5. (3) Solicitations for Subcontracts, Including Procurement of Materials and Equipment: In all solicitations, whether by competitive bidding or negotiation by the Party for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurement of materials or leases of equipment, any potential subcontractor or supplier shall be notified by the Party of the Party's obligations under this Agreement and the Regulations relative to nondiscrimination. (4) Information and Reports: The Party will provide all reports and information required by the Regulations, or directives issued pursuant thereto, and permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information and its facilities as may be determined by State or the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with Regulations or directives. Where any information required of the Local Agency is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish this information, the Party shall so certify to the Department or the FHWA as requested, setting forth what efforts it has made to obtain the information. (5) Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of the Party's noncompliance with the nondiscrimination provisions of this Agreement, State may impose sanctions as it or the FHWA determines appropriate, including, but not limited to, (a) Withholding payments to the Party under the Agreement until the Party complies, and/or (b) Cancellation, termination or suspension of the Agreement, in whole or in part. (6) Incorporation of Provisions: The Party will include the provisions of paragraphs
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(1) through (6) in every subcontract, including procurement of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempt by the Regulations or directives issued pursuant thereto. The Party will take such action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as the State or the FHWA may direct to enforce such provisions including sanctions for noncompliance: Provided, however, that in the event the Party is sued or is threatened with litigation by a subcontractor or supplier as a result of such direction, the Party may request the State to enter into the litigation to protect the interests of the State, and, in addition, the Party or the State may request the United States to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States. B) COMPLIANCE WITH THE MONTANA GOVERNMENTAL CODE OF FAIR PRACTICES, §49-3-207, MCA In accordance with Section 49-3-207, MCA, the Party agrees that for this Agreement all hiring will be made on the basis of merit and qualifications and that there will be no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, or national origin by the persons performing the Agreement. C) COMPLIANCE WITH AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) (1) The Party will comply with all regulations relative to implementation of the AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. (2) The Party will incorporate or communicate the intent of the following statement in all publications, announcements, video recordings, course offerings or other program outputs: "The Party will provide reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with a person in participating in any service, program or activity offered by the Party. In the case of documents, recordings or verbal presentations, alternative accessible formats will be provided. For further information call the Party."
8. All video recordings produced and created under contract and/or agreement will be closed captioned. D) COMPLIANCE WITH PARTICIPATION BY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS, 49 CFR Part 26 Each Agreement the Department signs with a Party (and each subcontract the prime contractor signs with a subcontractor) must include the following assurance: The Party, subrecipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The Party shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR part 26 in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the Party to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate.
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EXHIBIT "D" CERTIFICATE OF CONSULTANT I am a duly authorized representative of the firm of Robert Peccia & Associates, whose address is 825 Custer Avenue, Helena, Montana, 59601, and I hereby certify as follows: 1. That neither the firm nor any person associated therewith in a management capacity: (a) has employed or retained for commission, percentage, brokerage, contingent fee, or other consideration, any firm or person (other than a bona fide employee working solely for me or the above consultant) to solicit or secure this contract: (b) has agreed, as an express or implied condition for obtaining this contract, to employ or retain the services of any firm or person in connection with carrying out the contract, or (c) has paid or agreed to pay to any firm, organization or person (other than a bona fide employee working solely for me or the above consultant), any fee, contribution, donation, or consideration of any kind for, or in connection with, procuring or carrying out the contract; with no exceptions. 2. That neither the firm, nor any person who has critical influence on or substantial control in the firm, nor any person associated therewith in a management or supervisory capacity; (a) is currently under suspension, debarment, voluntary exclusion, or determination of ineligibility by any federal agency; (b) has, within a three-year period preceding this contract, been convicted of or had a civil judgement rendered against them for commission of fraud; a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of antitrust statutes; commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property. (c) is currently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity with commission of any of the offenses listed in paragraph 2(b) of this certification. (d) has had one or more public transactions terminated for cause or default within a three-year period preceding this contract. I acknowledge that this certificate is to be furnished to the State of Montana, Department of Transportation, and the Federal Highway Administration, in connection with this contract involving participation of Federal-Aid highway funds, and is subject to applicable state and federal laws, both criminal and civil. Date President – Robert Peccia & Associates
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EXHIBIT "E" CERTIFICATE OF THE LOCAL GOVERNING AUTHORITY I hereby certify that I am the Chairman of the Local Governing Authority of the State of Montana, and that the above consulting firm, or his representatives, has not been required, directly or indirectly, as an express or implied condition in connection with obtaining or carrying out this contract, to: (a) employ or retain, or agree to employ or retain any firm or person, or (b) pay, or agree to pay to any firm, person or organization any fee, contribution, donation or consideration of any kind; with no exceptions. I acknowledge that this certificate is to be furnished the Federal Highway Administration in connection with this contract involving participation of Federal-Aid highway funds, and is subject to applicable state and federal laws, both criminal and civil. Date Chairman - Local Governing Authority
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