San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission

July 2, 2020 Special Board Meeting ITEM 1

Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call ITEM 2

Public Comments

Please use the GoToMeeting chat function to alert staff if you wish to make a Public Comment. Alternatively, you can write in your public comment to [email protected] and staff will read the comment aloud. Please keep public comments to 240 words or two minutes. 3.1 Minutes of SJRRC Board Meeting June 5, 2020

3.2 Rail Commission/ACE Monthly Expenditure

3.3 ACE Monthly Fare Revenue ITEM 3 3.4 ACE Ridership Consent Calendar 3.5 ACE On-Time Performance

3.6 Update on Positive Train Control

3.7 Washington Update ITEM 4

Public Hearing: Presentation and Approval of a Resolution Adopting the SJRRC/ACE Combined Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Work Program and Operating Budget in the amount of $23,334,425, the SJJPA Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Work Program and Operating Budget of $65,862,796 and a Combined Capital Budget in the amount of $89,848,794 (Brian Schmidt/Kevin Sheridan) CURRENT YEAR HIGHLIGHTS

. ACE carried over 1.05 million passengers and was on pace for a record ridership year until the COVID-19 Stay at Home Orders went into effect.

. Saturday Service was introduced in September 2019. Suspended due to COVID-19.

. Positive Train Control was initiated in December 2019 on the Caltrain Corridor. ACE is currently fully interoperable with both Host Railroads ahead of the December 31, 2020 deadline.

. 17 Passenger Rail Cars were procured, with delivery scheduled to begin in November 2021 through March 2022.

. Four (4) new Tier IV Siemens locomotives were delivered and put in Operation. 2020/2021 OPERATING BUDGET

. Costs for the 2020/2021 Budget reflect the operation of two (2) roundtrips, including Shuttle Services

. However, all associated operating agreements being brought before the Board are for a full 4 train schedule to allow for seamless Service restoration.

. Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting procedures continue on the equipment to ensure passenger safety.

. Planning and Valley Rail Service Expansion activities are not affected and continue to move forward. 2020/2021 OPERATING BUDGET

. Implemented cost reduction strategies beyond service-related expenses, including: . Employee travel . Office supplies . Ticketing services . Workforce transition from daily maintenance to Capital Overhaul

. New Revenue Work Strategies: . Equipment maintenance services for Caltrans-owned rail equipment. . These agreements include funding for Staff as well and Herzog.

. Modifications to oldest ACE locomotives into cab or alternative power cars.

. When ridership increases to a point where social distancing is not possible with the current two trains operating 10 cars each (High on-board count of 450 riders), Staff will bring back a service restoration plan for increasing service levels and a request for additional funding for the increased service level. PROJECT MANAGEMENT, SERVICES, & SUPPLIES PROJECT MANAGEMENT, SERVICES, & SUPPLIES

. Salaries/Benefits/contracted Help: -19% . Vacant Positions

. Computer Systems : -32% . FY 19/20: PC Desktop and Server updates

. Transportation & Travel : -38% . Travel reduced due to COVID-19; in-person meetings now via teleconference

. Professional Service Legal : 7% . Legal Services pertaining to Capital Projects and ACE Expansion CONTRACTED AND SHUTTLE SERVICES CONTRACTED AND SHUTTLE SERVICES

. Reduced 50% or more due to reduction in service from FY19/20: • Consumables • Operation Leases: Rail Car Storage at Tamien Yard • Fuel • Ticketing Services • Communication Ops • Emergency Ride Homes

. Insurance : 14% . Renewed March 2020

. Wi-Fi : 32% . New Wi-Fi system OPERATING REVENUE 2020/2021 CAPITAL BUDGET

.Capital Budget = $89,848,794 .Unchanged from June presentation

.Revenue sources include: . Senate Bill (SB-) 132 . Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) . State Rail Assistance (SRA) . Federal 5307, 5337, and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) . Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) . Measure K Smart Growth 2020/2021 CAPITAL PROJECTS – ACE/SJRRC

.Included in the Capital Budget are a number of multi-year, multi-phase projects, including: .Stockton Diamond Grade Separation .ACE Extension – Stockton to Natomas .ACE Extension – Lathrop to Ceres/Merced .Rail Car Purchase .Platform Extensions Projects .Robert J. Cabral Station Expansion .Railcar Midlife Overhaul .Cabral Station Track Extension .East Channel Street Improvements .Tracy ACE Station Improvements 2020/2021 CAPITAL PROJECTS – SJJPA

.The Draft Capital Budget also includes SJJPA projects, contributing funding to: .Madera Station Relocation .Stockton Wye .Oakley Station Platform .Network Integration Planning .Safety & Security Projects throughout the San Joaquins Corridor .Fencing and security improvements at Western Pacific Depot RECOMMENDATION

. Recommendation: . Approve of a Resolution Adopting the SJRRC/ACE Combined Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Work Program and Operating Budget in the amount of $23,334,425, the SJJPA Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Work Program and Operating Budget of $65,862,796 and a Combined Capital Budget in the amount of $89,848,794 ITEM 5

Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Agreements for Shuttle Services for the Altamont Corridor Express (ACE) Service for Fiscal Year 2020/2021 and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Needed with the Following Agencies: a. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority $990,157 b. Livermore-Amador Valley Transportation Authority $202,408 c. Contra Costa County Transportation Authority $131,395 (Brian Schmidt) BACKGROUND

. Shuttle services for the Altamont Corridor Express began with the start of train service in October 1998. The ACE shuttles provide an essential transit link by directly connecting passengers to employers, business parks and other transit modes such as BART.

. Passengers with a valid ACE ticket are entitled to use the shuttle services free of charge.

. The Agreements also provide for missed transit connections and alternate service options in case of an emergency (Bus Bridges).

. On April 6, 2020 the ACE Service decreased to two round-trips due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All shuttle partners continued to provide service for passengers. BACKGROUND

. During full-service Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) uses a mixture of transit buses and shuttle vans to provide service on eight (8) routes connecting with the ACE trains at the Santa Clara Great America Station. The VTA shuttle buses transport approximately 33% of total ACE ridership to major employment sites in the Silicon Valley. The projected total operating cost for full service is $1,934,171 for FY 20/21. The ACE service portion of this cost is $990,157 (51%).

. Until full service is back in operation, the cost for service is based on per revenue hour in service. The estimated amount for two roundtrips per month is $495,079. The estimated amount for three roundtrips per month is $742,618. BACKGROUND

. During full-service the Livermore-Amador Transportation Authority (LAVTA) operates two routes for the ACE service: Route 54, serves as the ACE shuttle from the Pleasanton ACE station to Bernal Business Park, Hacienda Business Park, Carr America and the Dublin/Pleasanton BART station and Route 53 is a BART express bus. The bus leaves the Pleasanton ACE Station and goes directly via the highway to West Dublin BART station. The bus also serves the employment centers surrounding Stoneridge Mall. The FY 20/21 operating cost for full service is $337,347. The ACE service portion of this cost is $202,408 (60%).

. Until full service is back in operation, the cost for service is based on per revenue hour in service and ridership. The estimated amount for two roundtrips per month is $101,204. The estimated amount for three roundtrips per month is $151,806. BACKGROUND

. During full-service, the Contra Costa County Transportation Authority operates three buses for the ACE service. The routes serve Bishop Ranch and the San Ramon Transit Center from the Pleasanton Station. The FY 20/21 cost for these services is $292,013. The ACE service portion cost is $131,395 (45%).

. Until full service is back in operation, the cost for service is based on per mile and per revenue hour in service. The estimated amount for two roundtrips per month is $65,698. The estimated amount for three roundtrips per month is $98,547. BACKGROUND

. SJRRC only pays for the actual shuttle services provided for the three (3) agreements. Actual costs for the foreseeable future will continue to be lower than the approved amount as long as service remains at the two (2) train level.

. Approving the higher contract amount allows for a seamless restoration of Service without have to go back to the three agencies for contract amendments for the added services. FISCAL IMPACT & RECOMMENDATION

. Fiscal Impact: . Expenses and Revenues for shuttle services are identified in the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 ACE Shuttle Services budget.

. Recommendation: . Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Agreements for Shuttle Services for the Altamont Corridor Express (ACE) Service for Fiscal Year 2020/2021 and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Needed with the Following Agencies:

a. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority $990,157 b. Livermore-Amador Valley Transportation Authority $202,408 c. Contra Costa County Transportation Authority $131,395 ITEM 6

Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Agreements for Fiscal Year 2020/2021 and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Needed for the following:

1) On-Going Professional and Contracted Service Agreements a) Diesel Fuel = $1,662,964 b) Legal Services = $460,000 (Brian Schmidt/Autumn Gowan) BACKGROUND

. Annually, the Rail Commission renews on-going professional and contracted services agreements for the next fiscal year. The on-going services agreements are routine in nature and are required to conduct the ordinary day- to-day activities of the Commission, ACE service, and San Joaquin Intercity service.

. The following Agreements are proposed for renewal for the 2020/2021 fiscal year:

. Diesel Fuel = $1,662,964 for delivery of diesel fuel for the ACE trains with Herzog Transit Services, Inc. . Legal Services = $460,000 for General Services, Claims, and Capital Projects with Neumiller & Beardslee and Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP BACKGROUND

. The amount listed for Fuel is based on the operation of full-service and will differ from the final approved budget amount. This will allow SJRRC to increase service based on ridership without having to come back to the Board for approval the increase in the Fuel contract.

. The amount for Legal Services includes; General Legal, Claims and Capital Project Services. FISCAL IMPACT

. Costs associated with the proposed agreements are allocated as follows and identified in the SJRRC/ACE/SJJPA Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget:

. Diesel Fuel – ACE in the Operating Budget in the Fuel Line. . Legal Services - $160,000 for General Counsel, $240,000 for Claims, and $60,000 for Capital Projects.

. Future year’s costs will be brought before the Board for consideration as part of the annual Budget approval process. RECOMMENDATION

. Recommendation . Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Agreements for Fiscal Year 2020/2021 and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Needed for the following:

. On-Going Professional and Contracted Service Agreements . Diesel Fuel = $1,662,964 . Legal Services = $460,000 ITEM 7

Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) Approving the April 10, 2020 Commitment Letter Submitted by the Tri-Valley – San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority (Authority) and SJRRC to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), Adopting a Phased Approach for the ACE Rail Service Increase Program, and Supporting the ACE Rail Service Increase and Valley Link Programs to be Included in the Fiscally Constrained (Before 2035) MTC Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) (Dan Leavitt) BACKGROUND

. Staff have been working in partnership with the Tri-Valley – San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority (Authority) to try and get the Altamont Corridor Vision Phase 1, Valley Link, and ACE Rail Service Increase programs included in the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s (MTC’s) fiscally constrained Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).

. MTC staff’s evaluation of the Altamont Corridor Vision Phase 1 and ACE Rail Service Increase Program found these programs had some deficiencies. To be further considered for inclusion in their RTP, MTC required the SJRRC and the Authority to submit a “Commitment Letter” to MTC by April 10, 2020 in order to boost the performance of the Altamont Corridor Vision Phase 1 and ACE Rail Service Increase Program.

. On April 10, the Authority and SJRRC submitted a joint Commitment Letter to MTC. The letter was signed by the Executive Directors for the Authority and SJRRC.

. MTC is further requiring that agency Boards must take action to approve the Commitment Letters by August 2020. COMMITMENT LETTER

. In the Commitment Letter, the Authority and SJRRC acknowledged that a phased implementation of the Altamont Corridor Vision Phase 1, Valley Link, and ACE Rail Service Increase programs may be needed depending on the amount of funding available through various potential sources and would work with MTC and other regional partners to determine a phased approach should full funding not be obtained in the short-term.

. The recession and reduced funding availability that the COVID-19 crisis has led MTC to be very conservative in the development of their recommendations for their fiscally constrained RTP.

. On June 12, MTC staff recommended that the Valley Link project be included in their RTP, that the ACE Rail Service Increase Program be “considered” for inclusion, and that the Altamont Corridor Vision Phase 1 be excluded from further consideration. ACE RAIL SERVICE INCREASE PROGRAM

. The ACE Rail Service Increase Program is focused on the improvements, equipment and operational funding needed to run10 daily round trips between the Central Valley and San Jose.

. Through communications with Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC), it was recommended to SJRRC that to get the ACE Rail Service Increase Program included in MTC’s fiscally constrained RTP, SJRRC should develop and submit to MTC a phased approach for the ACE Rail Service Increase Program.

. The first phase of the ACE Rail Service Increase Program should be getting the 5th and 6th ACE daily round trips (DRT) operating between the Central Valley and San Jose. Getting two additional ACE round trips is something that is estimated to be relatively low-cost (approximately $139 million), very low impact, and achievable in the near-term. ACE RAIL SERVICE INCREASE PROGRAM CONT.

. The next phase of the ACE Rail Service Increase Program would be adding additional ACE daily round trips between the Central Valley and Fremont/Union City/Newark. The four additional round trips would be added over time starting in 2028 and anticipated to be complete in 2034. The incremental capital cost for this increase is estimated at approximately $93 million.

. The last phase of the program (beyond 2035) would be extending more ACE trains to San Jose. To accomplish this, the improvements through the Alviso wetlands would need to be completed, as well as other improvement in Santa Clara, and Alameda Counties.

. This proposed phasing of the ACE Rail Service Increase Program could dramatically reduce the costs of the program in the near/mid-term. The high-cost Alviso wetlands improvements (and other improvements associated with 10 round trips to San Jose) do not occur until after 2035. Under this assumption, both capital and operating costs would be reduced substantially in the time before 2035, while ACE would still be running 10 daily round trips prior to 2035. COST OF ACE RAIL SERVICE INCREASE PROGRAM

. It is estimated that the ACE Rail Service Increase Program capital costs needed prior to 2035 would be reduced from $831 million down to $231 million (in FY 19 $) with the proposed phased approach.

. The Bay Area share of the operating costs for the 10 daily round trips would be reduced from $15.2 million down to $11.2 million a year. However, since the round trips would be phased in over time the operating cost savings would be much greater. The estimated operating cost for the Bay Area for adding two ACE daily round trips (5th and 6th DRTs) to San Jose is $4.4 million annually.

. The increase in ACE frequency would enable ACE to continue to serve the growing needs of the Northern California Megaregion and would fit well with ACE’s expansion program to Sacramento and Merced (which has received over $1 billion in state funding) and provide significantly improved connectivity to the CHSRA’s Merced – Bakersfield High Speed Rail Interim Operating Segment. FISCAL IMPACT & RECOMMENDATION

. Fiscal impact: . A key commitment in the April 10 letter to MTC was for SJRRC to move forward with an ACE Means Base Fare Program. At the May 1, 2020 SJRRC Board Meeting, the SJRRC approved the ACE Means Based Fare Program and the application for LCTOP funding. SJRRC applied to Caltrans on April 17, 2020 for $534,417 of LCTOP funds for the ACE Means Based Fare Program.

. Recommendation: . Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) Approving the April 10, 2020 Commitment Letter Submitted by the Tri-Valley – San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority (Authority) and SJRRC to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), Adopting a Phased Approach for the ACE Rail Service Increase Program, and Supporting the ACE Rail Service Increase and Valley Link Programs to be Included in the Fiscally Constrained (Before 2035) MTC Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). ITEM 8

Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) Authorizing the Chair to Submit a Letter to the Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) in Support of the ACTC Action to Allocate $400 Million of Measure BB Funding to the Tri-Valley – San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority (Authority) for the Valley Link Project (Dan Leavitt) BACKGROUND

. SJRRC is a project partner and member of the Tri-Valley – San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority (Authority).

. The Authority was created in 2017 by Assembly Bill 758 (AB 758) for the purpose of planning, developing and delivering cost-effective and responsive transit connectivity between BART and the ACE commuter rail service.

. Valley Link will provide frequent and reliable passenger rail service between the Dublin/Pleasanton BART station, Livermore, and San Joaquin County.

. The Valley Link Project complements ACE service and is a key component of the Altamont Corridor Vision. LETTER OF SUPPORT

. The Authority is requesting that the Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) take action to allocate $400 million Measure BB funding to the Valley Link Project that is currently identified for the BART to Livermore Project.

. This action is consistent with the Authority’s enabling legislation (AB 758).

. A draft SJRRC letter of support for ACTC allocating the $400 million in Measure BB funding to the Authority for the Valley Link Project was included as an attachment to this Board Item. Valley Link System Map Project Update • Modeling of train operations & ridership with 12 minute headways throughout the system in 2040 (ridership too high for 24 min headways) • Update of the 15% design w/new passing locations from modeling • PA/ED w/Caltrans and 30% design to begin in early fall of 2020 Environmental Work • Draft EIR to be released to public in September 2020 for comment. • Certification of EIR/Adoption of Project before the end of 2020 • NEPA to be performed in first half of 2021 Project Team • Program Manager is Ric Rattray • LTK for vehicle technology and modeling • AECOM for EIR and design work • SJRRC/ACE assistance in a variety of areas including planning, design, funding, etc. FISCAL IMPACT & RECOMMENDATION

. Fiscal impact: . There is no fiscal impact.

. Recommendation: . Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) Authorizing the Chair to Submit a Letter to the Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) in Support of the ACTC Action to Allocate $400 Million of Measure BB Funding to the Tri-Valley – San Joaquin Valley Regional Rail Authority (Authority) for the Valley Link Project ITEM 9

Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Amendment 05 to Agreement 06-R-44-01 with HDR Engineering, Inc. and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Related to the Projects (Kevin Sheridan) BACKGROUND

. The Phase II Cabral Track Extension Project is fully funded for construction with an estimated construction cost of approximately $21,000,000. When completed, the Phase II project will connect the Cabral Station to SJRRC’s Rail Maintenance Facility by adding additional track.

. As the final design has progressed, additional work not covered in the previous contract amendment has been identified. A grade crossing diagnostic meeting was held with the UPRR, City of Stockton Public Works, and SJRRC staff to discuss the potential impacts to city streets at the crossing locations. During the meeting concerns were raised regarding drainage and utilities that could affect areas around the street crossings. The additional work associated with this contract amendment includes drainage reports, utility protection and relocation plans, and PLAT and Legal Descriptions at crossing locations within the City of Stockton right of way. CONTRACT AMENDMENT

. This contract amendment request also includes budget for bidding and design support services during construction.

. Staff is requesting the SJRRC Board to approve Contract Amendment 05 to increase the current Contract Budget ($3,074,009) by $480,000 for a new contract amount not to exceed $3,554,009. Contract Amendment 05 is needed to finalize the Phase II engineering plans and obtain approval from UPRR to advertise the Construction Contract. FISCAL IMPACT & RECOMMENDATION

. Fiscal Impact: . Costs associated with this Amendment are identified in the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission/ACE/SJJPA Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Capital Budget in the Cabral Station Track Extension line.

. Recommendation: . Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Amendment 05 to Agreement 06-R-44-01 with HDR Engineering, Inc. and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Related to the Projects. ITEM 10

Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Authorizing the Executive Director to Submit and Execute Any and All Grant Applications, Agreements, Certifications and Assurances and any Other Documents Necessary to Obtain Financial Assistance Provided by the California Transportation Commission Under the Trade Corridor Enhancement Program (TCEP) for the Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project (Jordan Peterson) BACKGROUND

. The Trade Corridor Enhancement Program (TCEP) provides funding for infrastructure improvements: . Federally designated Trade Corridors of National and Regional Significance; . California's portion of the National Highway Freight Network; and . Along other corridors that have a high volume of freight movement.

. Competitive, statewide program providing approximately $300 million per year in state funding and approximately $515 million in National Highway Freight Program funds.

. The 2020 Program provides three years of programming in fiscal years 2020-21, 2021-22, and 2022- 23.

. Applications are due August 3, 2020. 2020 TCEP APPLICATION

. Joint TCEP application with Caltrans for the construction of the Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project.

. SJRRC and Caltrans are eligible applicants, the Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project is in San Joaquin Council of Government’s adopted Regional Transportation Plan, and this project should score exceptionally well based on the application criteria.

. Located at the intersection of the heavily trafficked Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) and BNSF Railway (BNSF) mainlines in Stockton.

. Busiest at-grade railway junction in California. . Limits the capacity of the Port of Stockton for growth and inhibits the expansion of the San Joaquins and ACE service through the region. Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project

Stockton ACE Station

Stockton San Joaquins Station STOCKTON DIAMOND GRADE SEPARATION

. Project benefits include: . Improve passenger, commuter, and freight rail mobility in the growing San Joaquin Valley and Northern California Megaregion. . Improve operational efficiency of the regional rail network by eliminating conflicting train movements at the Stockton Diamond. . Enable the future expansion of the ACE and San Joaquins services.

. Application is requesting $100 million for the construction. . $40 million from statewide TCEP funds . $60 million from regional corridor TCEP funds

. Estimated total cost of $237 million, matched by additional State funding secured for the Project. . SB-132 and ITIP funding.

. This application has strong support throughout the San Joaquin Valley, Sacramento and in the Bay Area. FISCAL IMPACT & RECOMMENDATION

. Fiscal impact: . There is no fiscal impact. Receipt of TCEP funding would provide up to $100 million toward the construction of the Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project.

. Recommendation: . Approve a Resolution of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Authorizing the Executive Director to Submit and Execute Any and All Grant Applications, Agreements, Certifications and Assurances and any Other Documents Necessary to Obtain Financial Assistance Provided by the California Transportation Commission Under the Trade Corridor Enhancement Program (TCEP) for the Stockton Diamond Grade Separation Project. ITEM 11

Approve Three (3) Resolutions of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Reimbursement Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for Preliminary Engineering Services and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Related to the Projects

Action 1. Approving a Reimbursement Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Preliminary Engineering Services for the Modesto Station (Segment 3) Project for an Amount Not-to-Exceed $500,000

Action 2. Approving a Reimbursement Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Preliminary Design for the Tuolumne River Bridge (Segment 4) Project for an Amount Not-to-Exceed $385,000

Action 3. Approving a Reimbursement Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Preliminary Design for the Ceres Station (Segment 5) Project for an Amount Not-to-Exceed $500,000 (Kevin Sheridan) BACKGROUND

. The new track improvements and station projects are required to begin service to Ceres/Merced. The new bridge crossing over the Tuolumne River will be required to further increase service as part of the Valley Rail Project. Under this PE agreement the UPRR will complete reviews and approvals necessary to enter into UPRR Construction & Maintenance (CM) Agreements for these project elements.

. Staff is requesting to enter into three (3) reimbursement agreements with the Union Pacific Railroad for the Tuolumne River Bridge, Modesto, and Ceres Station Projects. BACKGROUND – UPRR ACE FORWARD PHASE 1 MODESTO STATION TRACK LIMITS TUOLUMNE RIVER BRIDGE CERES STATION AND TRACK WORK FISCAL IMPACT & RECOMMENDATION

. Fiscal Impact: . The funding source for these agreements are part of the SB 132 funding for the Valley Rail Project. Expenses associated with these agreements are identified in the SJRRC/ACE Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Capital Budget.

. Recommendation: . Approve Three (3) Resolutions of the Board of Commissioners of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission Approving Reimbursement Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for Preliminary Engineering Services and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute Any and All Documents Related to the Projects. ITEM 12

Update on Lathrop Transfer Station/Sharpe Depot (Kevin Sheridan) SJRRC/PORT OF STOCKTON MOU TO INCLUDE SHARPE DEPOT CONVEYANCE IN NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT PORT OF STOCKTON CONVEYANCE APPLICATION MAP NORTH LATHROP TRANSFER STATION NORTH LATHROP TRANSFER STATION AT SHARPE DEPOT ITEM 13

Commissioner’s Comments ITEM 14

Ex-Officio Comments ITEM 15

Executive Director’s Report ITEM 16

Adjournment The next regular meeting is scheduled for: August 7, 2020 – 8:00 am