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1. Please note the following changes to the RFP (See Attachment 1): a. Delete #6 “Project Budget and Costs”. Proposals will be evaluated for qualifications only. b. Delete any reference to Historic Fourth Ward Park in this RFP

2. QUESTION: Can you send us an electronic version of the TCSP grant application for the PCM Plaza and the LCI grant application for streetscape along Ponce de Leon Avenue (i.e. the bid alternate scope)? RESPONSE: Attached are PDF versions of the two grants; Attachment 2 is the TCSP grant application and Attachment 3 is the LCI grant application. Please disregard any mention of requests for funding amounts. Specific to the TCSP Grant, PCM and ABI requested funds to construct a pedestrian bridge between the Atlanta BeltLine and the Eastside Trail. Funding amounts awarded limited the scope to a pedestrian plaza.

3. QUESTION: At the pre‐proposal, we heard mention of a potential elevator associated with the PCM bridge. Can you confirm that an elevator would be constructed by the PCM developer, and would not be a part of the Plaza design scope? RESPONSE: If an elevator is constructed as part of the Ponce City Market redevelopment, this will be designed and constructed by PCM, independent of this contract.

4. QUESTION: Has ABI confirmed with GDOT the level of NEPA documentation that will be required to satisfy the PDP process for the PCM Plaza and LCI streetscape along Ponce? RESPONSE: No.

5. QUESTION: Is it correct that the resumes to be placed in the Attachment‐Supporting Materials section of the proposal do not count in the 10 page double‐sided page count?

RESPONSE: Yes.

6. QUESTION: Can dividers be used to separate the various sections of the proposal? And if so, would the dividers be included in the page count?

RESPONSE: Sections can be divided by an individual 8 ½” x 11” sheet of paper and this divider will not count against your 10‐page count. However, please do not use tabs, as it will complicate scanning your responses.

7. QUESTION: (See attachment 4 for the figure associated with this set of questions) The proposal states under "Section 6 ‐ Response Submittal Requirements under Submittal Requirements in item 6. Project Budget and Costs, that cost estimates must include the following (b) Project Costs inclusive of reimbursables and other direct costs, for the tasks (as outlined in Exhibits B & C).

After reviewing the drawings and narrative descriptions in the Request for Proposals, can you verify the precise scope of work and the exact elements to be included by responding to the following questions?

Note: We have used Construction Sheets L‐116 and L‐117 and marked up with our understanding of proposed ramps, stairs and plaza ‐ Please see attachment. Atlanta BeltLine/Ponce City Market Plaza Addendum #1

Exhibit B notes the following "the design will include, a plaza extending along the historic rail shed, a trail connection between the Eastside Trail and the rail shed (to be redeveloped by PCM) and a sidewalk/ramp system along the façade of the rail shed (note RFQ states 'trail shed' so am assuming rail shed)." Based on this description, the elements (shown on the attachment) as the base Bid for Exhibit B would include:  Plaza I  Ramp B (to connect rail with rail shed)  Ramp B (as a sidewalk/ramp system along with the rail shed) Based on this description, there is no link from the Eastside Trail to Ponce de Leon Avenue in this minimal level of design. Is this a correct assumption?

Exhibit C notes that the "scope also includes the design of an ADA ramp and a stair system between Ponce de Leon and the Atlanta Beltline." Based on the information in the attachment, we are assuming that Ramp B, which in this scenario would link to Ponce de Leon, and its associated Stair 3 could be the location of this element or Ramp C and Stair 4 to the north of Ponce de Leon could also fulfill this description. Can you provide clarification on the desired location of the Ramp/Stair system? This would be helpful in estimating the design cost for this feature.

RESPONSE: Attachment 4 is the figure provided with this question. L‐116 and L‐117 from the 25% Preliminary Plans were provided only to give designers a sense of the effort made to date in thinking through the 100% build‐out of the transit and trail corridor, including all desired vertical connections. The base bid contract includes only Plaza I and possibly Ramp A. The bid alternate includes streetscape improvements along Ponce de Leon Ave, from Boulevard to Freedom Parkway as well as Ramp C and Stair 4. NOTE: what you have marked as Plaza I is actually a proposed transit station (future development). More accurately, Plaza I is immediately south of the transit station.

8. QUESTION: Section 3, Scope of Design Engineer Work/Project Description notes under "Add Alternates" that "a vertical connection between the Atlanta Beltline and North Avenue" could be added. There is no additional mention of this element in Exhibit B or Exhibit C. Are we correct to assume that no design fee costs are requested for this potential element? RESPONSE: Because funding for design and construction is limited, ABI and PCM want to explore the best use of the grant funds. We have requested in Task 3 that the selected designer prepare conceptual designs and estimate the cost to construct these designs to determine the best use of our available construction funds. Based on the conceptual designs and construction cost estimates, ABI and PCM may elect to advance:  only a plaza between PCM and the eastside trail, or  Ramp A and a smaller plaza

9. QUESTION: Can you clarify the exact project area? We have not been able to find this information in Section 2 Project Area and Project Overview. Support graphics (Sheets L‐ 116 and L‐117) show a study area focused on the Eastside Trail extending southeast of North Avenue and northwest of Ponce de Leon.

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RESPONSE: The exact project area will be finalized based on the design. The plaza could extend the length of the rail shed and some elements could extend between the west edge of the trail to PCM’s proposed deck. If we elect to make the vertical connection to North Avenue (Ramp A), the plaza could be minimized. We were awarded a grant to provide pedestrian environment that provides access from the eastside trail to the Ponce City Market development, promoting circulation between public and private spaces. ABI is interested in preserving the transit corridor, which will limit the width of the plaza between.

10. Question: Is a topographic survey available for the project area, or we expected to include a surveyor subconsultant on our team?

RESPONSE: Topographic information will be available for the Atlanta BeltLine. However, your team will be responsible for verifying the survey data available, as stated in the RFP.

11. QUESTION: A pedestrian bridge to be provided by PCM and linking the Ponce City Market to the Atlanta Beltline Plaza is mentioned several times in the RFQ. Is the location of this element currently known?

RESPONSE: The PCM pedestrian bridge is currently in the conceptual design phase. Generally, the bridge should be located on the north end of the rail shed. The designer should anticipate coordinating the plaza design with PCM’s development plans.

12. Question: Also there is the mention of "coordination requirements" in Section 1: Project Definitions and Abbreviations under "Ponce City Market (PCM)." Could you clarify the responsible parties for this coordination, and if part of this contract, what might be anticipated, such as the agencies that would be involved, etc?

RESPONSE: ABI will be responsible for coordinating with Ponce City Market. The consultant will be responsible for coordinating with any other jurisdiction that has review authority.

13. QUESTION: Does our Project Approach for the Bid Alternate count against our 10‐page limit?

RESPONSE: No. Please limit the bid alternate project approach to two pages, in addition to the ten page proposal limit.

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Attachment 1 – REVISED RFP

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

PLANNING, DESIGN AND ENGINEERING

October 3, 2012

PROPOSALS DUE: November 7, 2012 at 3 pm EST

Envelope(s) shall be sealed and marked with Project Title

Submit one (1) original and six (6) complete copies of the Response to: Atlanta BeltLine Inc. Attn: Catherine M. Owens 86 Pryor Street, Suite 200 Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Refer questions to: Atlanta BeltLine Inc. Attn: Catherine M. Owens 86 Pryor Street, Suite 200 Atlanta, Georgia 30303 [email protected] FAX: 404.880.0616

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 – PROJECT DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

SECTION 2 – PROJECT AREA AND PROJECT OVERVIEW

SECTION 3 – SCOPE OF DESIGN ENGINEER WORK/PROJECT DESCRIPTION ATLANTA BELTLINE/PONCE CITY MARKET PLAZA SCOPE OF WORK

SECTION 4 – PROJECT PARTICIPANTS AND ROLES

SECTION 5 – PROJECT TEAM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 6 – RESPONSE SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS PROCUREMENT PROCESS DBE REQUIREMENTS PRE-PROPOSAL QUESTIONS RESPONSE RESPONSES DUE PROCUREMENT SCHEDULE SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 7 – EVALUATION CRITERIA EVALUATION CRITERIA PROTESTS

SECTION 8 – TERMS AND CONDITIONS

SECTION 9 – EXHIBITS & FORMS A PROJECT SITE FIGURES B SCOPE OF SERVICES AND DELIVERABLES C BID ALTERNATE SCOPE OF SERVICES AND DELIVERABLES D SITE SCHEMATICE SUBMITTAL FORMS - TECHNICAL PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORM - DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE UTILIZATION PLAN - CERTIFICATE OF INELIGIBLE CONTRACTORS - FORM OF BUSINESS - RECEIPT OF ADDENDA F ABI CODE OF ETHICS

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SECTION 1 PROJECT DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

This section consists of abbreviations, definitions, and general rules of interpretation.

ABI. Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. – project manager and technical lead for the Project, and the contracting entity on behalf of Invest Atlanta.

Agreement. The document executed by ABI and the Design Engineer entitled “Design Engineer Contract Agreement,” the sample form of which is included in the RFP, as well as all documents listed in said Design Engineer Contract Agreement. ABI reserves the right to make changes to this draft agreement based upon the final agreed upon scope of work and the negotiations with the selected responder.

Apparent Successful Responder. The Responder that submits the Proposal that ABI in its sole opinion considers the best overall value in accordance with the procedures set forth in the RFP. The apparent successful Respondent will not be awarded the Contract if:

A. The Respondent fails to comply with all applicable pre-award and pre-execution requirements of the RFP and/or Contract, B. The parties are unable to reach agreement during negotiations on the final terms of the contract, or C. ABI chooses not to award a contract.

City of Atlanta (COA). The ultimate owner of portions of the project assets that are within its right-of-way.

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, a company certified under one of the programs listed in Section 6 of this RFP as acceptable to ABI that meets the guidelines set by the federal government.

Design Documents. Design Engineer produced drawings, specifications, calculations, records, reports or other documents, special process procedures (as necessary), which may be used for construction, manufacture fabrication, installation, construction, testing, and examination.

Design Manager. The person on the Design Engineer’s team who will be responsible for the management and integration of all design components resulting from this contract. The Design Manager shall be an Engineer of Record who is a Georgia Licensed Professional Engineer or Architect responsible for all aspects of the design including the quality of the end product. The Design Manager’s duties shall include, but are not limited to, oversight, and quality control of:

A. Design reports; B. Site investigations and reports; C. Analytical approach; D. Basis of design documents; E. Drawings and specifications for conformity with the Contract Documents, and for compliance with codes, permits, and regulations; F. Maintenance of project schedule and budget, G. Coordination of design compliance with the findings of constructability reviews; and -i-

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H. Field design changes.

Invest Atlanta (IA). Project sponsor to receive funding from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), through the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Plan Development Process (PDP). ABI is a subsidiary of IA.

Notice to Proceed. “Notice to Proceed” means “Notice to Commence Work”.

Owner. The legal or record owner of the property on which the Project is to be constructed, generally the City of Atlanta or Invest Atlanta acting by and through ABI, the owner’s implementation agent for this Project.

Permitting for Approval. Permits granted for the Project. Permits required may include, but are not limited to: A. environmental Permits, B. various COA department sign-offs, C. special administrative permit, D. a Land Disturbance Permit, and E. a Lane Closure permit.

Plans. When the context so indicates, “Plans” mean applicable conceptual, planning, design and construction drawings including plan, profile, typical cross sections, Working Drawings, Standard Details, Supplemental Standard Details, and supplemental Drawings or exact reproductions thereof or electronically displayed equivalents that show the location, character, dimensions, and details of the Work.

Ponce City Market (PCM). A funding partner for the project with limited design review capacity. PCM will participate in design review meetings, as well as involvement during construction. Other construction projects involving PCM funding will need to be coordinated with the implementation of the TSCP Grant project.

Project Records. Records or data of any type on any media including those produced by the Designer of Record or its consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, or manufacturers that are related to the Project. Project Records may include, but are not limited to:

A. Plans, B. Working Drawings, C. Specifications, D. design notes and computations, E. manufacturer’s recommendations, F. catalog cuts, G. schedules and schedule updates or revisions, H. quality control Plans and related documentation, I. inspectors’ reports, J. traffic control Plans and log, K. safety program and incident reports, L. soil erosion and water pollution control Plans and log, M. equal opportunity and affirmative action, N. preconstruction conference records, -ii-

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O. As-built records, P. Progress Meeting records, Q. Partnering records R. correspondence S. DBE participation records T. including e-mails, and Q. any other documents related to the scope of work.

Stakeholder. A person or group with an interest in the successful completion and subsequent use of a project.

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SECTION 2 PROJECT AREA AND PROJECT OVERVIEW

Project Overview

Invest Atlanta was awarded a Transportation and Community and System Preservation (TCSP) Grant to implement a plaza and pedestrian connection between the Atlanta BeltLine multi-use trail and Ponce City Market, which is currently under construction. ABI is managing the project as IA’s implementation agent for the Atlanta BeltLine. This project will provide a critical link for some of the estimated 16,000 daily consumers, residents, office workers, and employees coming to Ponce City Market. Concurrent with the design and construction of this plaza and pedestrian connection, Ponce City Market (under separate contract) will be designing and constructing a pedestrian bridge to provide direct access between the plaza on the Atlanta BeltLine and Ponce City Market.

Background

The Atlanta BeltLine City Hall East Bike & Pedestrian Plaza (“Bike/Ped Plaza”) project is located at the edge of the Atlanta Central Business District and Midtown Atlanta with combined traffic counts on adjacent streets (including US 78) of over 50,000 cars per day. The Atlanta Beltline Eastside multi-use trail will be completed in 2012, while the planned City Hall East redevelopment project started construction in late 2011 with completion scheduled for 2014. The schedule of the Bike/Ped Plaza project will be coordinated with that of PCMs on going construction, so that the projects may open together. The Eastside multi-use trail will ultimately have a Ponce City Market Light Rail Transit Stop in the vicinity of the plaza when transit is funded.

This federal grant, along with the required local match will fund the public plaza linking the Atlanta Beltline trail and transit system to Ponce City Market located about 250 feet west of the Atlanta Beltline. Concurrent with the construction of the Bike/Ped Plaza and under separate contract, PCM will construct a pedestrian bridge, which will provide the public with access to PCM shops, offices, and residences. Current preliminary plans also include a vertical connection between North Avenue and the Atlanta BeltLine, providing a direction connection to 4th Ward Park recently opened directly south of PCM.

In addition to the improvements constructed via this project, ABI and PCM are currently moving forward on related improvements to the Ponce de Leon Avenue corridor. The City of Atlanta, Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), and ABI have acquired funding and planned several improvements in the Ponce de Leon Avenue corridor from Piedmont Avenue to Moreland Avenue. These projects include road surface improvements, streetscape improvements, lane conversions, pedestrian crossing improvements, implementation of bicycle lanes, and vertical connections between the Atlanta BeltLine, Ponce City Market, and Ponce de Leon Ave. All stakeholders have and will continue to meet to coordinate the projects.

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SECTION 3 SCOPE OF DESIGN ENGINEER WORK/PROJECT DESCRIPTION

ABI is seeking proposals from qualified firms, teams or consultants, hereafter called “Respondent(s)”, with demonstrated experience in planning, landscape architectural design and the necessary engineering, costing services, and necessary permitting (including, but not limited to local and federal processes) to design and bid a plaza and pedestrian connection between PCM and the Atlanta BeltLine multi-use trail, as well as limited construction administration services.

Add Alternates: Based available funding, the project will be limited to the plaza area; however, ABI is interested in exploring the feasibility of implementing a vertical connection between the Atlanta BeltLine and North Avenue if funding and federal approvals could be attained during the contract period.

While the planning, design, engineering, and consulting services described in Exhibit B are limited to those required for the TCSP Grant, it is possible that the agreement with the successful Respondent may be modified to provide for planning, design, engineering, and consulting services for the scope associated with the Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) Grant, which IA was also awarded in 2011. Scope for this Bid Alternate is included in Exhibit C.

This agreement is subject to additional funding followed by successful negotiations of an amendment or amendments to the agreement between ABI and the successful Respondent team composition, scope of services, terms, maximum compensation and other conditions may be modified.

Services The successful Respondent shall be expected to provide Base Bid services based upon the tasks outlined in ExhibitB.

ABI Work ABI has assigned a project manager to oversee the successful Respondent’s work and provide support as needed. In addition, ABI will provide community engagement coordination for public meetings as a part of its obligations under the Agreement. Respondent will be required to assist ABI in its outreach efforts. Additional specific requirements will be determined during contract negotiations.

Deliverables Deliverables shall be similar to those listed in Exhibit B and considered to be those tangible work products to be delivered to ABI such as reports, draft documents, data, interim findings, drawings, schematics, meeting presentations, final drawings and reports. All deliverables resulting from this contract will become the property of ABI.

Schedule ABI anticipates having the successful Respondent begin work in December 2012. It is contemplated that the term of the contract shall be for a period of 24 months for the services required for design and construction administration. The agreement with the successful Respondent may be modified to provide additional design, permitting and construction administration services for the LCI project.

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SECTION 4 PROJECT PARTICIPANTS AND ROLES

This project is funded using a combination of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and private funds. Federal funding will be administered by ABI, through GDOT, as a Locally Administered Project (LAP). This project is being developed through collaboration between Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. and Jamestown Ponce City Market, L.P., and Invest Atlanta (IA), referred to as the Project Sponsors. Roles and responsibilities of the parties are specifically defined in specific Agreements but are generally outlined below.

Atlanta BeltLine Inc. (ABI) , formed by the Atlanta Development Authority (d.b.a. “Invest Atlanta”), is the entity tasked with planning and implementation of the Atlanta BeltLine in partnership with the Atlanta BeltLine team including the City of Atlanta Departments. Its functions include specifically defining the Atlanta BeltLine plan; leading efforts to secure federal, state and local funding; continuing the Atlanta BeltLine community engagement process; and serving as the overall project management office to execute the Atlanta BeltLine plan, including the coordination of planning and execution activities with other City of Atlanta departments and managing all vendors and suppliers. ABI is also responsible for tracking and reporting progress on the Atlanta BeltLine Project to the Atlanta City Council, Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County, the three taxing authorities that authorized the BeltLine TAD legislation in 2005.

City of Atlanta (COA), The City of Atlanta is the owner of any work performed within the Ponce de Leon right-of-way. COA will have jurisdiction for those regarding permits, land use, planning and regulatory issues associated with construction.

Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is the entity that will be administering the federal funding for this project. They will have significant review authority of this project with respect to constructability and NEPA environmental documentation.

Jamestown Ponce City Market, L.P. (PCM) is the entity ABI partnered with in applying for the TCSP grant. PCM will be engaged in reviews, participate in project execution, and provide the local matching for the grant.

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SECTION 5 PROJECT TEAM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

ABI is interested in identifying highly qualified teams and therefore, in order to be considered responsive, a firm or team must meet the following requirements:

1. Possess qualifications enabling the successful completion of the Project Planning, Design and Engineering services for Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.

2. Have performed work on projects of this size, type and/or complexity.

3. Have performed work on projects with similar funding mechanisms.

4. Have demonstrated experience in managing interfaces between and among design disciplines, jurisdictional authorities, the community, and contractors/consultants/subconsultants.

5. Have been in business a minimum of 3 years (applies to the lead firm and all Major Participants or Joint Venture partners).

6. Have demonstrated experience supporting public engagement of transit and trail related projects and positively mitigating negative impacts on businesses along a transportation corridor and have experience in proactively addressing stakeholder concerns.

7. Have demonstrated experience meeting or exceeding established Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goals (or Small, Minority, or Woman-Owned Business S/M/WBE goals) through meaningful involvement with firms (or other activities designed to facilitate the development and success of DBE firms) on prior projects.

8. Possess all applicable licenses, pre-qualifications and registration to perform design services in the State of Georgia (Architects and Engineers). At least one team member must have access to GDOT’s CES scheduling program.

9. Provide all information requested in this RFP package and address the specifics of the evaluation criteria.

10. Must not require exclusive relationships of subconsultants, except where a firm is a Joint Venture partner, (this requirement may not be circumvented by selecting a different contractual instrument such as a purchase order in lieu of a contract).

11. Must demonstrate an overall combination of skills, prior work experience, business reputation, commitment to diversity and success with engaging members of the community on major projects such as this Project.

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SECTION 6 RESPONSE SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

PROCUREMENT Issuance of this RFP is intended to produce a short-list of firms or teams best PROCESS qualified to participate in a selection interview. Only those firms or teams, who responded to the RFP and meet or exceed the requirements of the RFP will be eligible.

The process may be cancelled at any time if, in the opinion of the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc., the project goals will not be achieved by awarding a contract or the firms or teams are considered non-responsive. The process may be revised at any time during the solicitation, selection, evaluation and negotiation phases up to final award.

DBE REQUIREMENTS ABI is committed to the practice of non-discrimination in the selection of team members and relationships with subcontractors with a desire to reflect diversity in the participation of companies engaged in the Atlanta BeltLine effort. ABI strongly encourages participation by DBE (FBE, MBE and SBE entities) in all contracts issued by ABI. We anticipate that as a part of a responsive submittal, DBE participation will be included. All respondents shall include specific information on the role of DBEs on their team. Minority and Female Owned Business Enterprises be certified by either the Georgia Department of Transportation, the City of Atlanta, Georgia Minority Supplier and Development Council or MARTA. SBE participants must be certified by the Small business Administration or the City of Atlanta. Applicants must include copies of MBE, FBE, DBE certifications for their sub-contractors with their Statement of Qualifications.

The RFP contains a DBE utilization goal. Goals are based on the scope of work and general availability of firms with the requisite experience and capacity to perform the work. The goal for the Project has been set at 30%. Firms/Teams are encouraged to involve DBE firms in all aspects of the work, not just in the community engagement or outreach areas.

Firms / Team should be aggressive in their outreach to DBE firms in order to ensure the established goal is met.

PRE-PROPOSAL There will be an optional pre-proposal site meeting held from 1PM to 3PM on October 15, 2012 at the following location:

Place: Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. Address: 86 Pryor Street, SW Atlanta, GA 30303

QUESTIONS Questions and requests for clarification regarding this Request for Proposal must be directed in writing, via email or fax to the person listed below. The deadline for submitting such questions/clarifications is October 19, 2012. An addendum will be issued no later than 72 hours prior to the due date to all recorded holders of the -viii-

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RFP, if a substantive clarification is in order. All responses of a material nature will be shared with all registered firms/teams. Questions specific to composition of a team or proprietary information regarding a potential firm/team may be answered informally by phone or via correspondence with the specific team or firm.

Catherine M. Owens, PE, LEED AP Senior Civil Engineer Atlanta BeltLine, Inc 86 Pryor Street SW, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30303

E-mail: [email protected] Facsimile: 404-880-7255

RESPONSE By submitting a response, the Respondent is accepting the Terms and Conditions found in this RFP.

RESPONSES DUE Sealed responses must be received no later than the date and time and at the location specified on the cover of this solicitation. The outside of the envelope shall plainly identify the RFP number, the project title and the name and address of the Respondent. Responses received after time or date listed herein shall not be considered. Responses received after the scheduled closing time for filing will be returned to the Respondent unopened.

PROCUREMENT Evaluation of Responses Nov 9 SCHEDULE Team Presentation/Interviews Nov 12 (if elected) Consulting Team Negotiations Nov 14 Contract Award and Notice to Proceed Nov 16

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SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

Responses must be clear, succinct and not exceed 10 double sided pages , excluding Response Forms and Attachment materials. Respondents who submit more than the pages indicated may not have the additional pages of the response read or considered.

All submittals will be evaluated on the completeness and quality of the content. Only those Respondents providing complete information as required will be considered for evaluation. The ability to follow these instructions on how to submit a response demonstrates the Responders attention to detail.

The proposal will be reviewed and evaluated for the relevant experience of the Project Team members and the firm(s), the understanding of the Project as delineated by the approach proposed, the ability of the proponent(s) to complete the work in a timely manner and within budget, and satisfaction of past clients. The fee proposal shall be enclosed in a separate, sealed envelope. Lastly, proposals shall be double sided (each double sided page counts as one of the ten allowed) and printed on 100% recycled paper.

All submittals, qualification materials and addendum attachments will become part of the public file on this matter, without any obligation or liability to ABI. All costs incurred by the Respondent in preparation of the responses to this solicitation, including presentations to ABI and/or for participation in an interview shall be borne solely by the Respondent; ABI shall not be liable for any of these costs. At no time will ABI provide reimbursement for submission of a response unless so stated herein.

1. COVER LETTER A cover letter should be attached to every Response. The cover letter must include the following: - RFP number and project title - Name(s) of the person(s) authorized to represent the Respondent in any negotiations - Name(s) of the person(s) authorized to sign any contract that may result - Contact person’s name, mailing or street addresses, phone and fax numbers and email address

A legal representative of the Respondent, authorized to bind the Respondent in contractual matters must sign the Cover Letter.

2. FIRM DESCRIPTION Describe your firm’s legal structure, areas of expertise, length of time in business, number of employees, and other information that would be helpful in characterizing the firm. Describe the firm’s internal procedures and/or policies associated or related to work quality and cost control. Describe the resource availability to perform the work for the duration of the project. Provide the address of the firm’s home office and the address of the office that will manage the project, if different.

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3. EXPERIENCE Submit a minimum of five examples of work that are reflective of the content of the RFP. For each work example identify the type of project, size, budget, company’s role, client name and contact information, and indicate what role (if any) the proposed Project Manager or other team members had.

When submitting projects for which an individual firm worked in an auxiliary capacity or in a joint venture or partnership, please include the name of the lead firm.

Please remember that any extensive descriptions of vaguely related projects are discouraged and could negatively impact the overall outcome of the evaluation.

4. PROJECT TEAM Include an organization chart and task matrix detailing the division of responsibilities. Provide a professional resume for the key personnel, including key personnel of any joint venture member, or major sub-consultants proposed to be assigned to the project. Describe their unique qualifications and relevant experience on similar or related projects. Describe key personnel’s proposed roles and responsibilities on this project. Resumes should be included in the Attachments – Supporting Materials section of the response.

Certain disciplines must be provided by firms that are pre-qualified by GDOT. These pre-qualifications should be included in the Project Team matrix, clearly identifying which firms the team will rely on for these services.

Response submittals must identify a proposed Project Manager who would be responsible for the day-to-day management of project tasks and would be the primary point of contact with your firm. Describe the Project Manager’s experience with similar projects and with managing and leading interdisciplinary teams. List other projects to which the proposed Project Manager is currently assigned.

5. PROJECT APPROACH Describe the tasks that must be accomplished in order to complete the Project. Provide a narrative description of how the firm proposes to execute the tasks during each phase of the project. Identify the products that would result from each task. Your firm should rely on its expertise and experience with similar projects to demonstrate how it will effectively complete the proposed Project. Provide a proposed schedule to complete the Scope of Work and a breakdown of major tasks.

If applicable, discuss any unique aspects of the Project, alternatives approaches ABI might wish to consider or special considerations related to programmatic/funding requirements. All stakeholders are interested in ways to accelerate the schedule outlined herein.

6. PROJECT BUDGET AND COSTS – TO BE PROVIDED IN A SEPARATE SEALED ENVELOPE This project will be executed as a time and materials, not to exceed project. Cost estimates must include the following: a. Hourly rates for project team members. b. Project costs, inclusive of reimbursables and other direct costs, for the tasks (as -xi-

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outlined in Exhibits B and C listed below: 1. Project Management 2. Existing Conditions 3. Preliminary Design and Construction Cost Estimating Services 4. Design Development/PDP 5. Bidding Services 6. Construction Administration Services 7. Bid Alternate: i. Project Management ii. Existing Conditions Assessment iii. Preliminary Design and Construction Cost Estimating Services iv. Design Development v. Bidding Services vi. Construction Administration Services

Proposals shall be in sealed envelopes and clearly marked with “Atlanta BeltLine/Ponce City Market Plaza”. Estimates shall be double sided (each double sided page counts as one of the ten allowed) and printed on 100% recycled paper.

7. PROJECT SCHEDULE Submittals must include a detailed schedule that meets or exceeds the milestones outlined below:

Preliminary Design and Construction Cost Estimating: January 15, 2013 Approved Concept Report: May 2013 Approved Environmental Document: January 2014 PFPR: February 2014 FFPR: Final Let Construction Project: April 2014 Let Project: May 2014

As indicated previously, project stakeholders are interested in accelerating the project schedule and a project approach which accomplishes an accelerated schedule will be considered favorable in the evaluation of the proposals.

8. RESPONSE FORMS The following forms found in Exhibit E must be completed and submitted with the response:

Technical Proposal Submission Form Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Utilization Plan DBE Compliance Form Form of Business Receipt of Addenda Acknowledgement of sample contract review/comments

7. SUPPORTING Supporting material may include resumes and other information pertinent MATERIAL to the Project.

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SECTION 7 EVALUATION CRITERIA

EVALUATION Each response shall be evaluated on the following criteria, weighting and CRITERIA maximum points as follows:

Cover Letter 5 Points Overall Experience 20 Points Project Team and DBE Participation 20 Points Project Approach 30 Points Project Budget and Schedule 20 Points Response Forms 5 Points TOTAL MAXIMUM POINTS 100 POINTS

An evaluation committee convened by ABI will evaluate the proposals. At the discretion of ABI, follow-up interviews may be conducted before a final selection is made.

PROTESTS Any protest of the RFP solicitation documents or process shall be submitted for resolution to Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.’s Chief Procurement Officer (86 Pryor Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30303).

Such protest shall be in writing and shall be supported by the information necessary to enable the protest to be considered. A protest will not be considered if it is insufficiently supported or it is not received within the time limits specified herein. A protest based upon terms, conditions, or form of a proposed procurement action prior to submission of a Response, shall be submitted so that it is received by ABI no later than ten (10) calendar days following notification of the action by AB I.

A written final determination on any protest will be rendered by ABI and shall be provided to the protester as soon as practicable. FHWA CFR Part 18.

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SECTION 8 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Contract Terms and Conditions. ABI wishes to develop a contract that appropriately places risk with the party most able to address the issue, to ensure that all parties to the contract are appropriately protected and to maintain their responsibility to serve as an effective steward of public funds while advancing the Project. Proposed terms and conditions will be provided to those firms or teams selected to advance to the presentation / interview stage of the solicitation process.

Organizational Conflicts of Interest and Excluded Parties. An organizational conflict of interest exists when the nature of the work to be performed under a proposed contract may, without some restriction on future activities, result in an unfair competitive advantage to the consultant or impair the consultant’s objectivity in performing the work.

Clarifications may be sought by submitting a letter requesting clarification and stating the reasons why the firm believes no organizational conflict of interest exists. In preparing this solicitation, a review of existing contracts with ABI was undertaken, and the Consultant will make known any consultants, subcontractors or sub-consultants that are specifically excluded from participating in this solicitation.

ABI’s existing Consultants, subcontractors or sub-consultants are excluded from being eligible to submit a response to this RFP except under the following circumstances:

1. a subcontractor or sub-consultant whose work did not directly involve participation of any staff member in this scope of work or related projects involving the Eastside Trail Corridor or the Historic Fourth Ward Park ; or

2. an active subcontractor or sub-consultant whose work did not include any work related to this scope of work or related projects involving the Eastside Trail Corridor or the Historic Fourth Ward Park ; or

a firm member whose employees were not involved in the development of the environmental documents for either the Eastside Trail Corridor or Historic Fourth Ward Park , or whose work product is fully available to all teams competing for the scope of work; and

who completes the certification of no organizational conflict of interest; and

whom Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. Legal Counsel agrees has no organizational conflict of interest.

If the above conditions are met, the firm may be considered eligible to participate in this RFP.

Code of Ethics. ABI’s Code of Ethics applies to this solicitation. The Code of Ethics is included as Exhibit F.

Change of Team Members or Key Personnel. Inasmuch as firms and/or teams will be judged based on their response to the RFP, any subsequent changes to the composition of the Respondent that was rated by the Evaluation Committee may result in a different ranking of the team and/or may result in the firm and/or team failing to be determined to be qualified to perform the work.

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In order for a Proposing firm/ team to remain qualified to submit a proposal, the design engineer or a Joint Venture team identified in the response to the RFP must remain on the team for the duration of the procurement process and any subsequent contract award.

Buy America. This solicitation is subject to the Buy America provisions of the federal regulations. The Consultant who is awarded a contract may be required to complete Buy America certifications as a part of the contract.

Background Checks and Drug Testing. The selected Design Engineer may be required to implement a drug free workplace program including pre-employment testing and background checks including social security number verification. Any employee assigned to the project may be subject to background screening through “Livescan” administered by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

Federal Work Authorization. Not Applicable.

Prevailing Wage. Not applicable.

Proprietary Information. Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. recognizes that material in its possession or in the possession of the City is subject to public examination and copying under the Georgia Open Records Act, OCGA §50-18-70, et.seq. (the “Act”). The Responding firm/team has the obligation to identify proprietary information and trade secrets by clearly marking the documents “Trade Secret” as required by the Act. If Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. receives any request under the Act to examine or copy any of the Proprietary Information obtained pursuant to this Agreement, it will immediately notify Responding firm/team of such request and will respond to the requesting party within the time allowed by law, indicating to the requesting party that the information requested constitutes trade secrets and therefore is considered by Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. to be exempt from disclosure under the Act. Notwithstanding the foregoing, it shall be the obligation of the Responding firm/team to take appropriate, timely legal action to secure the nondisclosure of the information requested, at its sole expense. Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. and the City shall cooperate in any action at law or equity in any court of competent jurisdiction to permit the Responding firm/team to seek a protective order or other relief to prevent the disclosure of the Proprietary Information of Responding/ team to parties requesting disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act.

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SECTION 9 EXHIBITS AND FORMS

A PROJECT SITE FIGURES B SCOPE OF SERVICES AND DELIVERABLES C BID ALTERNATE SCOPE OF SERVICES AND DELIVERABLES D SITE SCHEMATICE SUBMITTAL FORMS - TECHNICAL PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORM - DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE UTILIZATION PLAN - CERTIFICATE OF INELIGIBLE CONTRACTORS - FORM OF BUSINESS - RECEIPT OF ADDENDA F ABI Code of Ethics

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EXHIBIT A MAP OF PROJECT AREA

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In accordance with the grant awarded to AI, we seek to retain the services of a design and engineering team to develop design drawings for permitting, bidding and construction for the interface between the existing Eastside Trail and the development currently under construction known as the Ponce City Market. At a minimum the design will include a plaza extending along the historic rail shed, a trail connection between the Eastside Trail and the rail shed (to be redeveloped by PCM) and a sidewalk/ramp system along the façade of the trail shed. This ramp system will be coordinated with the PCM design. If Task 2 indicates that the additional of a vertical connection between North Ave and PCM, ABI will consider the additional geotechnical and structural engineering associated with the ramp system. The scope of services is further outlined below.

TASK 1 PROJECT MANAGEMENT The TCSP Grant project will be managed by a Project Manager assigned from the Atlanta BeltLine Team. The Consultant will be expected to participate in periodic management briefings with members of ABI team and with other BeltLine partners as outlined below:

• Coordination Meetings: Lead coordination meetings (approximately one every three weeks) with the Atlanta BeltLine Team, including representatives of Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. and other implementation partners. The consultant shall develop an agenda for each meeting and forward to the ABI Project Manager at least two (2) business days in advance of the meeting. The consultant shall also develop meeting minutes, a schedule of interim and final deliverables and maintain an ongoing action item list for review at each meeting. These materials must be provided to ABI five business days in advance of the scheduled meeting. • Project Administration: Perform general administrative duties, including coordination with sub-consultants; preparation of invoices; meeting minutes; scheduling; record keeping; and file management. Monthly progress reports will be submitted to the assigned client project manager with each invoice. Invoices shall not be processed until monthly progress reports have been received and reviewed by the project manager. Consultant must set up and maintain FTP space for the duration of the project.

TASK 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT The consultant shall review existing plans, projects, and agreements and any additional information that may influence or impact the design process including, but not limited to: • BeltLine Subarea 5 and 6 Master Plan • Existing Preliminary Design for the area (Corridor Design) • Design information made available by PCM • Existing Easement Agreements between PCM and ABI • The established typologies for the Atlanta BeltLine

ABI will provide all existing survey information for the area. The project team should anticipate limited survey necessary to verify existing conditions. The survey shall be produced in the Georgia West State Plane Coordinate System NAD 83 datum, and be provided in hardcopy and digital format.

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TASK 3 CONCEPTUAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATING SERVICES Based on the current funding available for construction, ABI would like to explore the feasibility of the not only constructing a plaza, but also an ADA accessible ramp to North Avenue. Based on an established construction budget, using the existing typologies document and the preliminary design, the selected consultant shall advance two plaza options: • Plaza and trail connection with the project limits tied to the extent of the PCM historic rail depot, and • Plaza, trail connection, and a ramp system allowing for a vertical connection to North Avenue.

Conceptual designs should be to a level of detail where general methods of construction and material quality are considered in the cost estimates. These design options will be designed to be feasibly constructed within the available budget (approximately 25%). Designs will be designed to meet the requirements of AASHTO Bike and Pedestrian guidelines.

ABI will release the Consultant to advance the preferred concept.

TASK 4 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT /PDP PROCESS Based on the selected design, the selected Consultant will advance the plaza design in accordance with ABI’s typologies and the requirements of the GDOT Project Development Process (PDP) process. This project is a Locally Administered Project (LAP). The selected Consultant shall prepare the documentation required to complete the Concept, Preliminary, and Final Plan phases of the PDP. Documentation and design for this plaza shall meet all GDOT PDP and Plan Presentation Guide requirements. The selected Consultant will coordinate and participate in GDOT review meetings associated with this task. Costs Effort associated with GDOT deliverables and coordination meetings shall be inclusive to this task.

TASK 5 BIDDING SERVICES Once GDOT authorizes construction, ABI will release the construction document to bid publically. The selected Consultant will review the bids and attend three interviews with shortlisted contractors. Consultants should assume participation in a pre-bid meeting, response to questions, and preparation addenda to bid documents, as necessary.

TASK 6 CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES The selected Consultant will provide limited construction administrative services during construction. ABI anticipates a nine months construction schedule. Consultants will be asked to provide reviews of submittals and requests for information. We anticipate weekly construction progress meetings.

DELIVERABLES The following deliverables shall be prepared and provided by the Consultant after final approval. GIS files and digital photography shall be provided on separate CDs. All electronic deliverables shall be provided in their original format (MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD, InDesign) as well as PDF and JPG versions as noted below. InDesign files shall be provided as portable files including all fonts and images. All PDF files shall be provided in both high-resolution version suitable for printing as well as

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Geographic Information Systems and Surveys • One copy of GIS files in ArcGIS format on separate CD, which shall include: • Copies of the data and metadata to State of Georgia standards in print and digital format • Copies of the ArcGIS projects (mxd files) • KML files of all GIS files appropriate for use in Google Earth • One digital and paper copy of any land surveys

AutoCAD files • DWG files must be formatted to facilitate AutoCAD inquiry functions in subsequent analysis of the document, so layer separation and appropriate scale must be present and no x-reference files shall be allowed • Plan views shall have a maximum scale of 1”=20’ • Details and blow-ups shall be at a scale to accurately represent the information presented

Graphics and Renderings • To be provided in hardcopy (may include roll plans where appropriate if approved in writing by ABI) and digital (jpg) format with a minimum resolution of 1024x768. • One rendering for each Development Interface Typology, • Renderings for each element within the Signage Palette, • Up to five (5) color renderings (24x36) as directed by the client.

Photography • Three sets of CDs containing all corridor photographs and materials used during public involvement in JPG format.

Review Documents • Submit two full-sized sets of documents requiring ABI’s review, prior to submittal to GDOT for review.

Final Construction Documents • 3 full-sized sets (24x36) • 3 half-sized printed sets (11x17)

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EXHIBIT C BID ALTERNATE SCOPE OF SERVICES AND DELIVERABLES

In accordance with the requirements of the Livable Communities Initiative, ABI seeks to retain an engineering and design team to design and assist in executing the scope associated with the streetscape improvements proposed along Ponce de Leon Ave between Boulevard and Freedom Parkway, and improvements to existing public transportation amenities in the area. The scope also includes the design of an ADA ramp and a stair system between Ponce de Leon and the Atlanta BeltLine. Designs should be in general accordance with the existing preliminary designs and scoping documents (Exhibits XXXX) .

TASK 1 PROJECT MANAGEMENT If ABI elects to release this bid alternate, we require that this project be managed by the same individual managing the TCSP grant. Additional project management scope would be limited to the incremental cost time associated with the additional design task. ABI would consolidate project meetings.

TASK 2 EXISTING CONDITIONS ASSESSMENT The consultant shall review existing plans, projects, and agreements and any additional information that may influence or impact the design process including, but not limited to: • BeltLine Subarea 5 and 6 Master Plans • Existing Preliminary Design for the area (Corridor Design) • Design information made available by PCM • The established typologies for the Atlanta BeltLine • City of Atlanta Streetscape Standards (Street Design Manual)

TASK 3 PRELIMINARY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATING SERVICES Based on the current funding available for construction, the selected Consultant will prepare three conceptual plans for ABI’s review. These options will be designed to be feasibly constructed within the available budget. Designs will be designed to meet the requirements of AASHTO Bike and Pedestrian guidelines.

ABI will release the Consultant to advance the preferred concept.

TASK 4 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT Once ABI approves the preferred concept, the design team will advance the design to 100% Construction Documents. ABI anticipates reviews at 60%, 90% (to be released as a permit set), 95% (to be released as Bid Documents), and 100% Construction Documents. The design team should assume local permitting standards be required for drawing preparation for the purpose of this Bid C-1

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Alternate.

TASK 5 BIDDING SERVICES Once construction is authorized, ABI will release the construction document to bid publically. The selected Consultant will review the bids and attend three interviews with shortlisted contractors. Consultants should assume participation in a pre-bid meeting, response to questions, and preparation addenda to bid documents, as necessary.

TASK 6 CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES The selected Consultant will provide limited construction administrative services during construction. ABI anticipates a one year construction schedule. Consultants will be asked to provide reviews of submittals and requests for information. We anticipate weekly construction progress meetings.

AutoCAD files • DWG files must be formatted to facilitate AutoCAD inquiry functions in subsequent analysis of the document, so layer separation and appropriate scale must be present and no x-reference files shall be allowed • Plan views shall have a maximum scale of 1”=30’ • Details and blow-ups shall be at a scale to accurately represent the information presented

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Photography • Three sets of CDs containing all corridor photographs and materials used during public involvement in JPG format.

Review Documents • Submit two full-sized sets of documents requiring ABI’s review, prior to submittal to GDOT for review.

Final Construction Documents • 3 full-sized sets (24x36) • 3 half-sized printed sets (11x17)

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EXHIBIT E SUBMITTAL FORMS

TECHNICAL PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORM

DBE COMPLIANCE FORM (2 PAGES)

CERTIFICATE OF INELIGIBLE CONTRACTORS

FORM OF BUSINESS

LOBBYING CERTIFICATE

RECEIPT OF ADDENDA

ABI CODE OF ETHICS

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TECHNICAL PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORM

Atlanta BeltLine Project

(Name of Respondent)

The above Respondent hereby submits its Technical Proposal, consisting of the following items:

(Instructions: Specifically list all items submitted with the Technical Proposal, including number of drawings, number of narrative pages, type of containers, etc. Attach or incorporate additional pages as necessary. Refer to the Project Requirements for additional instructions regarding Technical Proposal submission.)

By signing below, the above Respondent hereby certifies that to the best of the Respondent’s knowledge and belief:

1. The Respondent has received and considered complete copies of Amendments numbered through .

2. The Respondent has reviewed and considered all materials and items supplied by ABI

3. The Design Engineer , Designer, other Major Participants and key personnel indicated by the Respondent in its Statement of Qualifications will be used on this Project in the same manner and to the same extent as so indicated.

4. All of the statements, representations, covenants and/or certifications set forth in the Respondent’s Statement of Qualifications are still complete and accurate as of the date hereof.

5. All representations and/or certifications required of the Respondent by the RFP and Contract are complete and accurate.

6. This Technical Proposal is responsive.

7. The person signing below is legally authorized to do so.

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[Any exceptions to the above certifications must be explained in detail on pages attached hereto. Number of pages attached, if any: .]

RESPONDENT

Date [Sign in Ink]

By:______[Name and Title Printed]

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DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE UTILIZATION PLAN

PROPOSAL PERCENTAGE: %

TOTAL DBE PARTICIPATION AS A PERCENT OF TOTAL PROJECT = %

DBE Firm Description of Work Value % Of Project

TOTAL

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EXHIBIT F ATLANTA BELTLINE, INC.

CODE OF ETHICS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

OVERVIEW...... 2

DEFINITIONS ...... 2

GENERAL ...... 2 FIDUCIARY DUTY ...... 3 CONFLICTING INTERESTS ...... 3 PARTICIPATION IN ABI PROGRAMS ...... 3 PARTICIPATION IN CELEBRATIONS ...... 3 REQUIREMENT TO DISCLOSE ...... 3 IMPROPER INFLUENCE ...... 3 CORPORATE OPPORTUNITY ...... 3 CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION ...... 3

ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY ...... 4

EMPLOYEE RELATED MATTERS ...... 4 BUSINESS GIFTS ...... 4 DISCOUNTS ...... 4 HONORARIA FOR SPEECHES & ARTICLES ...... 4 NEPOTISM ...... 4

CONTRACTUAL MATTERS ...... 5

CODE VIOLATIONS ...... 5 ETHICS OFFICER ...... 5 REPORTING VIOLATIONS ...... 5 INVESTIGATIONS AND HEARINGS ...... 4

OVERVIEW The following is the Code of Ethics (the “Code”) to which board members and employees of the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (“ABI”) are held accountable. The Code is not intended to serve as a comprehensive rulebook but, rather, as a guide to help an individual make the ethical choice. Each employee should use good business judgment in his or her actions F-1

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The purpose of the Code is to protect ABI by prohibiting any official or employee of the company from engaging in activities that would hinder the integrity of the organization. The Code establishes the highest standards of honesty and independence. It recognizes that each board member and employee of ABI must avoid even the appearance of impropriety in any business dealings.

Each board member and officer of ABI shall also comply with the ethical statutes, rules and regulations of the State of Georgia (O.C.G.A. § 21-5-1 and § 45-10-1) and the City of Atlanta (Code § 2-801 et seq. ).

This Code is not intended to replace any conflict of interest policy to which a board member or employee is obligated to comply based upon their employment or political status.

DEFINITIONS “Celebration” refers to closing dinners and program celebrations, ribbon cuttings, grand openings, etc.

“City” refers to the City of Atlanta.

“Code” refers to this Code of Ethics for the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.

“Contractors” refers to all persons and entities that furnish products and/or services to ABI under a service or consulting agreement.

“Covered Persons” refers to ABI’s board members, officers, and employees, both full and part-time.

“Ethics Officer” refers to the General Counsel of the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.

“Family Member” refers to a Covered Person’s spouse, father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, half sister, domestic partner or a person living in a stable family relationship with any employee. It also includes members of a Covered Person’s household, whether or not they are related to the Covered Person.

“State” refers to the State of Georgia.

GENERAL It is essential to the proper operation of ABI that Covered Persons be independent, impartial, and, at all times, act to avoid conflict of interest, impropriety or the appearance of impropriety when acting for or on behalf of ABI.

All actions taken and programs administered by ABI shall be transparent to the general public and adhere to established processes and procedures.

Fiduciary Duty: As a fiduciary of ABI, every Covered Person shall exercise good faith when acting on behalf of ABI. Covered Persons owe a duty to ABI to advance ABI’s legitimate interests when the opportunity to do so arises. Covered Persons should avoid situations that influence their ability to act solely in the best interests of ABI or interfere with their objectivity. F-2

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Conflicting Interest: A Covered Person is deemed to have a conflicting interest in a decision or action if he or she or a Family Member has a personal or financial interest in that decision or action. A personal interest is any interest arising from relationships with Family, business, partnership, or corporate associations. A financial interest is one which shall yield, directly or indirectly, a material monetary or other benefit to the Covered Person or Family Member.

Participation in ABI Programs: Covered Persons and Family Members are prohibited from participating in any program of ABI for which the Covered Person has a direct responsibility, oversight, audit or decision-making authority. To the extent a Covered Person is permitted to participate in a program of ABI, ABI will not grant a discount, waive fees or make adjustments from established market rates.

Participation in Celebrations: Covered Persons are allowed to participate in Celebrations where ABI has contributed to the matter being celebrated and participants are customarily invited to attend the Celebration.

Requirement to Disclose: Covered Persons are required to disclose any personal or financial interest and any situations that would reasonably give rise to a conflict of interest. This disclosure must be made in writing prior to participating in any decision or action, unless the disclosure occurs in a public meeting where there is a public record.

A Covered Person shall not vote for or against, discuss, decide, remain present in a meeting during a discussion or otherwise participate in a matter in which he or she has a conflicting personal or financial interest except by express approval of the Ethics Officer.

Improper Influence: No Covered Person shall attempt to use his or her position to influence any ABI decision or action relating to an organization, entity or activity in which he or she knows or has reason to know that he or she or a Family Member has a personal or financial interest.

Corporate Opportunity: Covered Persons are prohibited from personally taking opportunities that are discovered through his or her position with ABI, using ABI’s property or information for personal gain, or personally competing with ABI for business opportunities.

Confidential Information: No Covered Person shall disclose confidential information regarding the property, operations, policies, or affairs of ABI, except when authorized or required to do so by state or federal law, court order, or lawful subpoena. No Covered Person shall use confidential information acquired in an official capacity to advance the financial or personal interest of the Covered Person where such interest would conflict with the legitimate interests of ABI.

ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY ABI will not discriminate against any program applicant, partner, client, potential client, vendor, potential vendor, employee, or applicant for employment on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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Philanthropic or political preferences and campaign contributions, activities or sponsorships are personal and are not considered conditions of employment or promotion by ABI. No Covered Person shall compel, coerce, or intimidate any other Covered Person to make or refrain from making a philanthropic or political contribution.

EMPLOYEE RELATED MATTERS

Business Gifts: Employees must use their best judgment to avoid situations that compromise, or even appear to compromise, ABI’s ability to make objective and fair business decisions.

The purpose of business entertainment and gifts is to create goodwill and sound working relationships, not to gain an unfair advantage. No gift or entertainment should ever be directly or indirectly solicited, provided or accepted by an employee or a Family Member from any Contractor or partner unless it: 1. is not a cash gift; 2. is consistent with customary business practice; 3. is ordinary and reasonable; and, 4. does not otherwise violate any federal, state or local law.

Employees of ABI may not accept travel and lodging from persons or organizations without the approval of the Ethics Officer and the President and CEO.

Discounts: Discounts on any tickets for admission or other right of entry to any entertainment event shall only be permitted if the discounts are made available to all employees.

Honoraria for Speeches & Articles: Honoraria opportunities for employees of ABI must be conducted on the person’s own time; not conflict with the person’s responsibilities to ABI; and the Ethics Officer must approve of the opportunity in writing. Honoraria for speeches or articles prepared on behalf of ABI should be declined or remitted to ABI.

Nepotism: ABI may employ Family Members as long as such employment does not create a conflict of interest. ABI will not employ a Family Member if his or her work responsibilities, hours, salary, benefits, or other terms of employment could be influenced by the Covered Person that he or she is related to.

If two employees marry while employed or become part of the same household, then they will be treated in accordance with this section. Any conflict will be dealt with by ABI and may result in termination of employment for one or both employees based solely on the decision by ABI’s President and CEO.

CONTRACTUAL MATTERS

ABI will not make payments to or receive payments from any party in order to induce the award of a contract or the extension of favorable rates. These types of payments are deemed to be bribes and may subject the violator to criminal sanctions.

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Ethics Officer:

The General Counsel of ABI shall serve as the Ethics Officer. Any violation of this Code must be reported immediately to the General Counsel. The duties of the Ethic Officer shall include: 1. Review alleged violations of the Code, ABI policies, or any other law or regulation; 2. Educate and train all Covered Persons to ensure an understanding and awareness of the Code and ethics issues periodically; 3. Advise Covered Persons regarding ethics questions and concerns; and, 4. Propose updates to the Code, as necessary.

Reporting Violations: Covered Persons should promptly report any information indicating that another Covered Person is engaged in or plans to engage in prohibited conduct, a person or entity associated with ABI is engaged in or plans to engage in prohibited conduct, or that a Covered Person has been instructed, directed, or requested to engage in prohibited conduct.

If a Covered Person has concerns regarding any ethics or compliance issue, immediately contact the Ethics Officer at (404) 614-8323. All reports regarding an alleged violation or ethics matter will be reviewed and investigated in a timely manner. The Ethics Officer may share ethical matters with the President and CEO and the senior staff of ABI. The Ethics Officer and President and CEO may consult with outside counsel, as necessary, to address ethics issues and concerns.

Any concern regarding conduct of the Ethics Officer should be reported to the President and CEO of ABI.

Neither ABI nor any Covered Persons will retaliate against employees who, in good faith, report any alleged violation or ethics matter.

Investigations and Hearings: The Ethics Officer shall conduct a preliminary investigation of any alleged violation. If he or she determines there to be probable cause to believe that there is a violation, then the Ethics Officer will recommend action in a written report to the members of the Senior Executive Team, which shall include the Vice President and General Counsel, the COO and the Director of Finance.

If the Senior Executive Team also finds there to be probable cause supporting the complaint, then the Ethics Officer shall notify the complainant and the subject of the complaint. The Senior Executive Team will conduct a hearing on the issues with the parties. At such hearing, the Senior Executive Team shall determine (1) whether the subject of the complaint has violated the Ethics Policy or other ABI policies and procedures and, if so (2) what disciplinary action should be taken. The Senior Executive Team may take into consideration the recommendation from the Ethics Officer.

The Senior Executive Team’s decision shall be governed by the preponderance of the evidence standard. The decision of the Senior Executive Team shall be presented to the President and CEO for approval. The decision of the President and CEO is final except in the event of termination of an employee for violation of this Ethics Policy and/or other ABI policies and procedures or a recommendation for removal of a member of the Board of Directors.

In the event that the President and CEO recommends termination of an employee or removal of a member of the Board of Directors for violation of the Ethics Policy and/or other ABI policies and procedures, the employee or board member may appeal said action to the full Board of Directors. The appeal will not be a full evidentiary hearing before

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Attachment 2 – TCSP GRANT APPLICATION

2011 Discretionary Grant Programs

Transportation, Community, and System Preservation Program (TCSP)

PROGRAM FY 2011 GRANT APPLICATION

PART A. PROJECT INFORMATION

Atlanta Beltline City Hall East Bike Project Title: and Pedestrian Bridge Project Location (Include City/County, City of Atlanta, Fulton County, State): Georgia

State Priority (to be completed by State DOT):DDOT

GRANTEE CONTACT INFORMATION Grantee Contact Name: Charles Whatley Agency/Tribal Government: Atlanta Development Authority Mailing Address (Street/P.O. Box): 86 Pryor Street SW City, State, Zip code: Atlanta, GA 30303 Phone: (404) 614-8288 Fax: (404) 880-0863 E-Mail: [email protected]

STATE DOT CONTACT INFORMATION State Contact Person: Phone: Fax: E-Mail:

FHWA DIVISION OFFICE CONTACT INFORMATION Division Contact Person: Phone: Fax: E-Mail:

Updated: June 1, 2011 p. 1 2011 Discretionary Grant Programs

CONGRESSIONAL INFORMATION Congress Member: Representative John Lewis Congressional District No.: 5th

TCSP Program Funds: $1, 319,500 Matching Funds/In-kind Services Value: $1, 451,450 Matching Funds/In-kind Services Source: Local Private Partnership Funds Total TCSP-Related Project Costs: $2,770,950

TO BE COMPLETED BY THE FHWA DIVISION OFFICE State Administered? Yes No Division Administered? Yes No “Transfer” TCSP funding for Project Yes No Administration? If yes, which Federal Agency Will the project be obligated by Yes No September 30, 2011? Date grant application approved by

FHWA Division Office

PART B. PROJECT ABSTRACT

TCSP Program funds will be used to off-set the construction costs of a transit lobby, pedestrian and bicycle bridge, and connecting corridors, called the Atlanta Beltline/City Hall East Bike and Pedestrian Bridge, that will link the 2 million square foot historic City Hall East project to the 22 mile Atlanta Beltline rail-to- trail and transit system directly adjacent to its crossing at US Highway 78, known locally as Ponce de Leon Avenue. A 2.5 mile section of the Atlanta Beltline is currently under construction and with the addition of the proposed bridge and transit connection system a non-vehicular access point will link the public to the $150 million private redevelopment of City Hall East.

This project will provide a critical link for a sub-set of the estimated 16,000 daily consumers, residents, office workers, and retail employees coming to City Hall East who will have a new at-grade connection from the former Norfolk Southern

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“Atlanta Beltline” to the mixed-use redevelopment project currently under construction in Atlanta’s historic Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood, the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr. The total project cost is $2,770,950 million (includes $2,639,000 hard cost plus 5% soft cost - details to be provided upon request) of which the grantee is requesting 48% ($1.32 million) grant funding and providing a 52% ($1.45 million) private match by its public/private partner Jamestown Properties, an Atlanta based real estate investment firm.

Figure 1: City Hall East on Ponce de Leon Ave. (US 78) Historic Redevelopment Project in Atlanta

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Figure 2: Atlanta Beltline System Eastside System Map – Ponce de Leon Transit Stop at City Hall East

Figure 3: Proposed Transfer Lobby for Atlanta Beltline/City Hall East Bike and Pedestrian Bridge

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Figure 4: Proposed City Hall East “Paseo” from CHE Plaza to the Atlanta Beltline and Transit System

Figure 5: Planned Atlanta Beltline Transit Stop at City Hall East

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PART C. PROJECT NARRATIVE

The Atlanta Beltline/City Hall East Bike and Pedestrian Bridge (“Bike/Ped Bridge”) project is located at the edge of the Atlanta Central Business District and Midtown Atlanta with combined traffic counts on adjacent streets (including US 78) of over 50,000 cars per day. The Atlanta Beltline Eastside Multi-use trail will be completed in early 2012 while the planned City Hall East redevelopment project is scheduled to begin construction in late 2011 with completion scheduled for late 2013. The Bike/Ped bridge project will be built between September, 2012 and mid 2013. The Eastside Multi-use trail is phase 1 of the planned City Hall East Light Rail Transit Stop to be completed as early as 2014.

The TCSP investment will fund half of the hard cost of a covered transit plaza, bridge, and public plaza linking the Atlanta Beltline trail and transit system to the City Hall East Public Plaza located about 250 feet west of the Atlanta Beltline. The Bridge will first enter City Hall East “at-grade” 75 feet west of the Atlanta Beltline, crossing 35 feet above the ground. From there, the public will have access not only to City Hall East shops, offices, and residences, but also will be directly connected to the $45 million 4th Ward Park recently opened directly south of City Hall East. This same route will allow over 1000 new residents located in multifamily apartments recently built beside the 4th Ward Park to move through the park to the City Hall East public plaza and paseo up to the Atlanta Beltline using elevators or steps.

Completion of the Bike/Ped Bridge will enable the City Hall East project to function with less public parking (approximately 30% less) in keeping with the Atlanta Beltline Overlay District requirements which call for less public parking than in conventional commercial zoning districts. This access system will provide an early connection point to several adjacent streets, including US 78, so that the Atlanta Beltline will have an immediate pedestrian and bike connection available while it continues to raise funding for future ramps and steps that are planned to provide additional connections to area streets.

In addition, improvements will be made to a historic Rail Depot building located on the Atlanta Beltline which will be converted into a transit lobby and cultural center and will provide the future arrival point for a ramp and stair system built to

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connect Ponce de Leon Avenue (US 78). The Rail Depot will also create an activity area for the public events directly adjacent to the Atlanta Beltline.

The total project cost request is $2.77 million of which the grantee is requesting 48% ($1.32 million) grant funding while providing a 50% ($1.45 million) private match.

The Atlanta Beltline/City Hall East Bike and Pedestrian Bridge Project will have a dramatic impact on the promotion of healthier and more environmentally friendly transportation options by linking the Atlanta Beltline (http://www.Atlanta Beltline.org/) to the largest historic redevelopment project in the Southeastern United States. We estimate that if funded, the Bridge Project will be constructed between Q3 of 2012 and Q2 of 2013 for a planned building opening in late 2013.

It is estimated that 16,000 shoppers, office workers, employees, and residential tenants per day will visit City Hall East upon its completion. If only 10% of those daily visits were made using the Atlanta Beltline (even before the planned light rail addition), over 1600 visitors per day could travel to and from City Hall East daily, or over 500,000 non-vehicular (roundtrip) visits per year. In order to measure the success of this project, the project team will take periodic measurements of the number of visitors arriving via the Bridge compared to the total number of visitors to the development site.

The Atlanta Beltline/City Hall East Bike and Pedestrian Bridge Project will also integrate transportation, community, and system preservation plans by addressing the following: 1) Improve the efficiency of the transportation system of the United States: The Bike/Ped Bridge Project will improve US transportation efficiency by relieving local roads which will otherwise absorb all additional trips associated with the City Hall East Project. In particular, US Highway 78, known as Ponce de Leon Avenue as it passes under the Atlanta Beltline and adjacent to the City Hall East redevelopment project, is a highly congested (over 37,360 AADT ) US Highway that, due to its urban center location, can no longer be expanded. Also, according to the Atlanta Beltline Master Plan for Subarea 5, Ponce de Leon is considered one of three most unsafe corridors in the study area based on accidents per 100 million vehicle

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miles traveled (VMT). The corridor is in need of more pedestrian and bicycle friendly facilities and traffic calming solutions necessary to promote further urban commercial redevelopment in blighted stretches of the corridor leading in to Midtown Atlanta.

Figure 6: Atlanta Beltline Trail and Transit System at Ponce de Leon/US 78 (CHE to left in view)

2) Reduce the impacts of transportation on the environment: The Bike/Ped Bridge will significantly reduce environmental impacts otherwise caused by vehicular travel to and from the City Hall East development. It is estimated that up to 500,000 trips per year could be transferred to non-motorized travel via the Atlanta BeltLine and surrounding sidewalks and bike paths when the bridge is in place, reducing annual vehicular mileage by up to 3 million miles per year (assumes average of 3 miles per visit in each direction). While the direct impact would be the equivalent of removing 300 cars from the road (assuming average of 10,000 miles per car per year) the likely indirect impact could be much greater by encouraging even greater travel reduction by users who choose to travel exclusively by bike or on foot to all daily activities in addition to travel to City Hall East.

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3) Reduce the need for costly future investments in public infrastructure: The Bike/Ped Bridge Project will significantly contribute to an important trend toward more sustainable travel behavior in Atlanta. By creating a high profile connection between the Atlanta Beltline, a world class transportation facility, and the City Hall East redevelopment, the direct impact of users and the indirect promotional value of this new concept in local travel will greatly increase the rate of adoption of alternative transportation modes leading toward a reduction in costly future investment in public (especially roadway) infrastructure. With the addition of the planned light rail component of the Atlanta Beltline Project, which includes a major transit stop in the vicinity of the proposed Bike/Ped Bridge connection, even greater impact will be realized in the future. The planned infill development pattern that is an important component of the Atlanta Beltline Project will eventually allow thousands of new residents and businesses to relocate to the urban core of Atlanta with enormous potential additional public infrastructure investment reductions.

In addition, the completion of the Atlanta Beltline/City Hall East Bike and Pedestrian Bridge will provide an immediate solution that connects the Atlanta Beltline to adjacent streets, which will reduce the need to invest in immediate and costly improvements in other ADA accessible ramps and stairways to the local street grid.

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Figure 6: Highline Connection the Jamestown Properties’ NYC Chelsea Market Center

4) Provide efficient access to jobs, services, and centers of trade: The Atlanta Beltline/City Hall East Bike and Pedestrian Bridge project will greatly enhance the efficient access to jobs, services, and trade centers by providing a more reliable link to the 2,000,000 square foot City Hall East redevelopment project. It is estimated, that up to 1,800 employees and 2,000 office workers could visit the development on a daily basis. By offering an alternative travel option that does not require owning a car, negotiating rush hour congestion, or parking, the Bridge Project will provide immediate relief and improve employers’ ability to attract numerous service employees to the site who may be reliant on public transit or other non-motorized forms of transportation. More importantly in the future, as Atlanta becomes denser, the Bridge Project will only grow in importance to workers and their employers. Additionally, as many as 6,200 daily retail visitors will also have the same option to avoid the automobile for travel to and from City Hall East.

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Figure 7: Westside Urban Market bridge in Atlanta also built by Jamestown Properties

5) Examines community development patterns and identifies strategies to encourage private sector development that achieves the goals set for the grant program: The Bike/Ped Bridge Project will be a public-private partnership with Jamestown Properties, an Atlanta Headquartered US real estate investment enterprise providing 52% of the cost of the improvements with its private investor capital. With nearly 30 years experience investing in the US including the highly successful Chelsea Market in New York City, which is connected directly to the High Line rail to trail project, Jamestown has the proven ability to execute this large redevelopment project and will be a source of private match funds during the planning and construction phase of the Bridge Project.

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6) If applicable, describe how the project meets all of the priority consideration criteria: a. Coordination with State and local preservation or development plans, including transit-oriented development – The proposed Bike/Ped Bridge Project will serve as the primary pedestrian and bicycle connection between the transit-oriented redevelopment of City Hall East and the immediately adjacent Atlanta Beltline project. The Atlanta Beltline is one of the country's largest, most comprehensive urban revitalization projects. Once completed, it will be the single largest expansion of parks and green space of any major city in the U.S. Centered on corridor preservation, the project is transforming 22 miles of mostly abandoned railroad corridor into a multi-use trail and light-rail transit greenway. Surrounding the corridor are 2700 acres of underutilized post-industrial property, including City Hall East, being transformed into new parks, transit- oriented development, and affordable housing. b. The Atlanta Beltline project has been formally adopted by numerous agencies and jurisdictions; locally, regionally, and state-wide. Plans adopted to support the development of the Atlanta Beltline include the following: • Atlanta Beltline Redevelopment Plan, November 2005 | Adopted by the City of Atlanta • Atlanta Beltline Subarea 5 Master Plan, March 2009 | Adopted by the City of Atlanta • Connect Atlanta Plan | Adopted December 2008 by City of Atlanta • Old Fourth Ward Master Plan, September 2008 | Adopted September 15, 2008 by City of Atlanta • Poncey-Highland Neighborhood Master Plan, November 2009 | Adopted June 21, 2010 by City of Atlanta • Envision6 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), September 2007 | Adopted September 2007 by Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC)

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• Ponce de Leon/Moreland Avenue Corridors Study, August 2005 | Adopted August 2005 by City of Atlanta

In addition to the plans outlining support for the Atlanta Beltline, the entire 22-mile Atlanta Beltline transit and multi-use trail project is identified as a long-range project in Envision 6, the Atlanta Regional Commission’s current Regional Transportation Plan (RTP). Furthermore, the multi-use path portion of the Atlanta Beltline located adjacent to the proposed bridge is under construction and expected to be completed in 2012.

Several other projects located adjacent to City Hall East, The Atlanta Beltline, and the proposed bridge are underway. Currently, the Georgia Department of Transportation is in the scoping and design phase for pedestrian safety improvements to Ponce de Leon Avenue (US 78) adjacent to the site.

The City’s future land use map and the Comprehensive Transportation Plan also embrace a mix of uses and additional connectivity around the proposed project.

c. Promote cost-effective and strategic investments in transportation infrastructure that minimize adverse impacts on the environment – The Atlanta Beltline project is a prime example of infill redevelopment within an existing transportation network. The project encourages alternative modes of travel, which reduces the cost associated with required parking making the costly historic redevelopment of City Hall East more feasible. The proposed Bridge Project will provide a direct connection from the proposed transit- oriented redevelopment to the multi-use path and transit corridor along the Atlanta Beltline right-of-way. Since the Atlanta Beltline utilizes an existing railroad right-of-way, it has far less impact on surrounding communities and the environment than other capacity enhancing transportation projects would normally have.

d. Promote innovative private sector strategies – The redevelopment of City Hall East is a private venture being undertaken by Jamestown

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Properties. The redevelopment project includes extensive renovation and reuse of an existing building. A number of innovative strategies being pursued – parking within existing building structure, LEED certification being pursued, public private partnership (Atlanta Development Authority), partnering with Atlanta Beltline to enhance experience/synergy between the two projects.

e. Spending policies that direct funds to high-growth areas – The Atlanta Beltline Tax Allocation District was establiRail Depot as the primary funding mechanism for the many public investments that comprise the Atlanta Beltline vision (Atlanta Beltline Redevelopment Plan, p. 2). Private development is encouraged within the TAD boundary which includes the City Hall East redevelopment in order to generate new tax growth and subsequent funding sources.

f. Urban growth boundaries to guide metropolitan expansion –Atlanta does not have an official urban growth boundary. However, the proposed bridge connects the redevelopment of a very dense site with what will be a major transit corridor. These are consistent with the plans set forth in the Atlanta Beltline Redevelopment Plan, the Atlanta Beltline Subarea 5 Master Plan, the Ponce de Leon/Moreland Avenue Corridors Study, and the Old Fourth Ward Master Plan.

g. “Green corridors” programs that provide access to major highway corridors for areas targeted for efficient and compact development – The proposed project lies at the crossroads of US Hwy 78/278/29, an urban principal arterial and the proposed Atlanta Beltline transit/path corridor. It’s consistent with the compact, transit- oriented developments encouraged along the Atlanta Beltline and with the plans listed above.

h. Have preservation or development policies that include a mechanism for reducing potential impacts of transportation activities on the environment – The redevelopment of City Hall East will be subject to the Atlanta Beltline Overlay District, which preserves the Atlanta Beltline corridor for transit, trails, and greenspace, promotes a pedestrian-oriented built environment,

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encourages a grid-street network and small urban blocks, encourages shared parking, and includes parking caps for all uses.

i. Demonstrate a commitment to public and private involvement, including the involvement of nontraditional partners in the project team – The proposed Atlanta Beltline (adjacent to City Hall East) has had a robust public involvement program, including a Tax Allocation District Advisory Committee, the Atlanta Beltline Affordable Housing Advisory Board, community representation on the Atlanta Beltline, Inc. Board of Directors, quarterly briefings on the Atlanta Beltline status open to the public, a full-time Citizen Participation Advocate position at Atlanta Beltline, Inc., Atlanta Beltline Study Groups, and a number of additional meetings associated with the development of the adopted Atlanta Beltline Freedom Parkway Sub Area Master Plan (Sub Area 5) and the Old Fourth Ward Master Plan. The proposed bridge connection is consistent with the plans presented in and resulting from these public involvement sessions. In addition, a number of public meetings were held for the rezoning of the City Hall East property.

Non-traditional partners in the redevelopment project include the Atlanta BeltLine Partnership (that has already raised $37 million of a $60 million capital campaign goal for greenspace and trails), the Path Foundation, the Jim and Sarah Kennedy Family Foundation, the Kaiser Foundattion, Trust for Public Land, The Atlanta Beltline Chamber of Commerce, Old Fourth Ward Neighbors, 4 area Neighborhood Planning Units (NPUs), and 2 overlapping City of Atlanta Council Districts.

j. Private sector investment is already occurring with rehabilitation and redevelopment of existing building. Matching funds will be provided by the developer Jamestown Properties.

7) Discuss the project schedule, commitment of public and private funding, and any other TCSP or other Federal funding being used for the project: The total project cost is $2,770,950 million (includes $2,639,000 hard cost plus 5% soft cost - details to be provided upon request) of which the

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grantee is requesting 48% ($1.32 million) grant funding and providing a 52% ($1.45 million) private match by its public/private partner Jamestown Properties, an Atlanta based real estate investment firm. No other TCSP or Federal funding will be used for the project. The Bike/Ped Bridge project is anticipated to begin construction in September 2012 and be complete by mid-2013.

PART D. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY

1) Is the project located on a Federal-aid highway?: Yes, the project is adjacent to US 78 (Ponce de Leon Avenue), which is classified as an Urban Principal Arterial. The proposed bridge will improve the connection to the proposed Atlanta Beltline – a 22-mile system of pedestrian and bike paths and transit. The Atlanta Beltline and the proposed bridge connection will provide and encourage alternative modes of transportation, thereby improving the lifespan of the surrounding roadways by reducing the impact of adjacent developments.

2) N/A

3) Is the project a corridor preservation activity necessary to implement transit-oriented development plans, traffic calming measures, or other coordinated transportation, community, and system preservation practices?: The Bridge connection is necessary to significantly enhance the transit- oriented nature of the redevelopment project and contribute to the ridership potential of current and future Atlanta Beltline transit.

PART E. PROJECT SELECTION CRITERIA

FHWA has not established regulatory criteria for the selection of TCSP projects; however, FHWA notes that the following criteria will also be considered in the evaluation of candidates for this program:

• Livability - Priority will be given to requests that address livability, especially from a highway perspective. This would include, but is not limited to, activities such as:

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o Operational improvements – The Atlanta Beltline is a significant improvement to operation of the transportation network as a whole. The proposed bridge connection will provide direct access between the Atlanta Beltline pedestrian, bicycle, and future transit network and a major mixed-use redevelopment project. Without the bridge, significant grade changes between the development and the Atlanta Beltline will reduce the ease of access between the two. o Safety improvements – Pedestrian safety will be improved through the provision of a direct connection between a major trip generator (City Hall East) and a major alternative mode corridor (Atlanta Beltline), reducing trip lengths and grade changes required by travelers. The Atlanta region ranks as one of the most dangerous urban areas in the nation for pedestrians (http://t4america.org/resources/dangerousbydesign/.) Like the region, the neighborhoods around the Project have pedestrian and bicycle safety issues. The Midtown/Poncey-Highland neighborhood located along the proposed route of the Eastside Trail has been identified as the number one priority for bicycle safety improvements in a recent statewide evaluation http://www.gahighwaysafety.org/shsp/bpsap2010.pdf. This study also noted that the Boulevard corridor, which runs parallel the Eastside Trail, is the tenth highest priority in the state for pedestrian safety improvements. o Complete Street strategies – Complete Street Design Standards are incorporated into the Subarea 5 Master Plan completed for this section of the Atlanta Beltline (http://www.beltline.org/) Accordingly, the redevelopment of the site will include enhanced sidewalks, streetscape, and direct access from Ponce de Leon Avenue frontage to building. Bicycle storage will also be located in multiple areas throughout the site to encourage the use of bicycles. The bridge connection will be enhanced with plantings and bike provisions, comparable to the High Line in New York City. o Traffic calming – Streetscape enhancements will introduce more street trees and other features, encouraging reduced vehicular speeds on roadways surrounding the redevelopment. o Street connectivity improvements – Connectivity will be provided across the redeveloped property between North Avenue/Ponce de

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Leon Avenue/Glen Iris Drive through removal of existing parking decks and construction of a private street grid on the site. The Bridge will vastly improve connectivity between this very dense site and Atlanta Beltline transit/paths. The City Hall East redevelopment will improve the connectivity between the Atlanta Beltline and the surrounding roadway network by providing public elevator/escalator access to street level and the improved street grid. o Reduction of conflicts through access management – Once complete, the Atlanta Beltline project is expected to generate a tremendous amount of pedestrian and bicycle activity. Direct access via this bridge will drastically reduce the potential for pedestrian and bicycle conflicts with vehicles on adjacent roadways and movement through the building will be designed to accommodate bike and pedestrian travel to optimize safety. o Development of livability plans – The bridge connection is critical for connecting the proposed development to the Atlanta Beltline. The Atlanta Beltline overlay district recommends and encourages direct connections feeding the Atlanta Beltline in order to provide access for all adjacent land uses.

• State of Good Repair - The proposed bridge will connect the Atlanta Beltline, a major regional transit corridor, to the City Hall East redevelopment project, a Development of Regional Impact. The connection will encourage walking and bicycling to the proposed development, thus reducing the vehicular traffic demand on the adjacent and regional roadway system. Maintenance, security, bridge inspections, rehabilitation and repair will be the sole responsibility of the private developer.

• Safety - Improving the safety of U.S. transportation facilities and systems. – The streetscapes associated with the proposed development will provide buffer for pedestrians on sidewalks and signalization on North Avenue will provide a protected pedestrian crossing needed to access adjacent pedestrian and bicycle attractors, such as the recently finiRail Depot multi- million dollar Old Fourth Ward Park and adjacent concert venue.

• Expeditious completion of project - The proposed development, City Hall East, is a very large existing historical building that is nearing the beginning

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of construction for a complete overhaul of uses. Redevelopment of the site is expected to be complete in late 2013. The multi-use path posed for the Atlanta Beltline along this portion of the corridor is expected to begin construction later in 2011 with estimated completion in early 2012. Construction of the bridge between the City Hall East redevelopment and the Atlanta Beltline corridor is anticipated to be complete by mid-2013.

• State priorities - The current Draft Statewide Strategic Transportation Plan states: “The accommodation of bicycle and pedestrian trips are fundamental to meeting many of the goals for economic growth, quality of life, safety, and environmental protection. (p. 29)” The Plan recommends a focus of “local-enhancement funds and pedestrian-infrastructure investment on existing employment centers that have mixed-use zoning, transit, and clear plans to attract residential development” as a strategy for investment in “Atlanta people mobility.” It also lists priorities for new sources of funds (if flexible) – the first priority is “Ensure core transit system can operate at levels that maintain Atlanta’s competitiveness with peer cities. (p. 38)” The Atlanta Beltline will soon be added to Atlanta’s core transit infrastructure. The improved connectivity for pedestrians associated with the construction of the subject bridge would help promote ridership on the Atlanta Beltline and thus bolster Atlanta’s competitiveness. This project should rank very high in the state priorities for the goals set for this TCSP funding .

• Leveraging of private or other public funding – The private sector partner, Jamestown Properties, proposes a significant level of matching dollars (50%) for this TCSP application which will not only stretch TCSP funds but will also put no strain on local or state funding sources. The match is part of Jamestown’s planned $150 million investment in the City Hall East Project that will provide a significant economic boost to the City of Atlanta and the region. In addition, a number of publicly funded projects in the area will be enhanced and connected by the provision of the proposed bridge: SR 8 (Ponce de Leon Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements (State Project Number PEMSL-0007-00(411)), and the Atlanta Beltline (State Project Number 0009394 and Federal ID Number CSSTP000900394). This $10.21 million GDOT project will be implemented during late 2011 and early 2012.

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Additional funds are available for possible use in implementation of the Atlanta Beltline including the Atlanta Beltline Tax Allocation District (TAD) and donations through the Atlanta Beltline Partnership. Additional funds may also be available for transportation improvements in the area through the Ponce de Leon/Moreland Avenue Corridors Study, part of the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Livable Communities Initiative (LCI) program. A $4.5 million LCI application (due in July, 2011) is being considered by the City of Atlanta for additional improvements proposed in the LCI study.

• Amount of TCSP funding – In order to stretch limited TCSP funding resources, the private sector partner is proposing a significant match (50%) in order to improve the viability of the project and to affirm the importance of the project for the City of Atlanta and the region.

• National Distribution – the City of Atlanta is the ninth largest metropolitan center in the US with a regional population just under 6 million. Atlanta is not only a national hub for three Federal Interstates (I-20, I-75, and I-85), the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (busiest in the world) but also a major Amtrak system line for the region which is preparing for a major increase in commuter rail activity over the next ten years. Within the next 2-5 years, the City Hall East/Atlanta Beltline Trail and Transit System will begin to connect all of these facilities at various transfer points including MARTA light and heavy rail lines, Amtrak Station, and US Highway connections (via US 78 - Ponce de Leon) providing an alternative means of transportation for thousands of visitors, employees, and commuters every day.

Atlanta plays host annually to numerous national sporting championship events, is the location of 3 nationally ranked centers of Higher Education (Georgia Tech, Georgia State, and Emory University), is the corporate headquarters of nine Fortune 500 Corporations, the Region 4 EPA headquarters, the national headquarters of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), is a nationally significant cultural, major league sports, and tourism center (Georgia Aquarium, Civil Rights Museum, Martin Luther King Center, High Museum of Art, Woodruff Arts Center, CNN Center, Zoo Atlanta, The Atlanta Falcons, The Atlanta Braves, The Atlanta Hawks, World of Coke Museum, Fernbank Natural History Museum, and numerous other

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museums and cultural centers), hosts major national trade conventions each year, was home to the 1988 Democratic Convention and 1996 Olympics, hosts dozens of international consular and trade offices, and is the State Capital of Georgia.

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Atlanta BeltLine/Ponce City Market Plaza Addendum #1

Attachment 3 – LCI GRANT APPLICATION

2011 Funding Application for LCI Transportation Projects

This form should be completed by sponsors for communities that have prepared and approved their Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) study and are seeking funding for a project(s) identified in the 5-Year Work Program of their adopted LCI Plan, Supplemental Study or current Plan Update.

Receiving LCI funding is a two-step process. Once projects are selected through this application process, sponsors must then submit a detailed scoping study of the project before federal funds are committed. Not all projects selected to move ahead with a scoping study will necessarily be funded (e.g. if it is determined through the scoping process that there are insurmountable environmental or right-of-way impacts).

Application forms are being accepted from July 20, 2011 through September 23, 2011 by 5pm.

Please Note: The LCI Program is not a conventional “grant” program. The program is funded by federal transportation dollars which provide reimbursement of up to 80% of eligible project costs incurred. The LCI Sponsor must provide a 20% cash match (no in-kind services or “soft match” allowed).

For questions regarding this form, contact:

Amy Goodwin LCI Transportation Program Manager, Land Use Division Atlanta Regional Commission 40 Courtland Street, NE Atlanta, GA 30303 404-463-3311 [email protected]

E-mail the completed form with required documents to Amy Goodwin ([email protected]) by 5PM ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2011.

Alternatively, submit applications via FTP to the email address above or by mailing a CD or USB flash drive to the attention of Amy Goodwin at the Atlanta Regional Commission. All applications must be received (not postmarked) by 5pm on September 23, 2011. Applications delivered by hand, messenger or Fedex/UPS (etc) may be left with the ARC receptionist on Level C of the Loudermilk Center for the Regional Community/Atlanta Regional Commission, 40 Courtland Street, NE, Atlanta, GA 30303.

Atlanta Regional Commission 2011 Funding Application for LCI Transportation Projects

Section 1: Eligibility

I. Has the local governing body (city council or county commission) officially approved the LCI Study/Plan?

Yes/No: Yes Date of Meeting when approved: August 15, 2005

II. Does the LCI study have a current 5-Year Update or 10-Year Update (if applicable)? Not applicable

III. Is the project identified in the LCI Plan’s current 5-Year Action Plan? Please provide the project name, and page or reference number below, and attach the 5-Year Action Plan to the application or provide link below: The project incorporates several items from the 5-Year Action Plan for the area between Boulevard/Monroe Drive and Freedom Parkway/Freedom Park. These include pedestrian facility/streetscape upgrades (PT-2, PT-3), medians/pedestrian refuges (PT-11, PT-12), enhanced bus stops (PT-17), and crosswalk improvements (PT-25). In addition, the project will be coordinated with an ongoing effort by GDOT and the City of Atlanta to remill and repave the remainder of the corridor (PT-13) and install bicycle lanes connecting west into the core of Midtown (PT-22, note that these were originally recommended for North Avenue, but further study identified the need to shift them to Ponce de Leon Avenue).

IV. Is the QLG status of the local government in good standing with DCA? Yes

If the answer is No to any of the above questions, the project is not eligible for funding

V. Does the LCI Sponsor have any existing LCI projects that were listed as a “Project of Concern” in the ARC’s most recent Breaking Ground Report? No (information can be obtained from ARC).

Sponsor is not eligible for funding for new projects until the Project of Concern is either authorized, advanced to the next phase or dropped from the TIP. If you answered “yes”, please explain and indicate when the Project(s) of Concern will be advanced to the next phase, authorized or dropped:

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Section 2: Project Information

I. Project Name: Ponce de Leon Avenue Pedestrian Facilities and Atlanta BeltLine Intermodal Connections

II. LCI Study Area Name: Ponce de Leon/Moreland Avenues Corridor Study

III. Local Sponsor: Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.

IV. Sponsor Contact (name, title, email, phone): Nathan Conable, Director of Transit and Transportation, [email protected], 404/614-8315

V. Primary County in which the project is located: Fulton

VI. If project is located within the incorporated limits of a city, please list the city(ies) here. If the project is located in the unincorporated part of the county, leave this blank: City of Atlanta

VII. Is this project located within one-quarter (1/4) mile of a local (MARTA, CCT, etc) or regional (GRTA) bus stop or within one-half (1/2) mile of a MARTA rail station? Yes/No Yes. If Yes, please identify name of station or bus route #: Yes, MARTA bus routes #2 and #99. The project also serves future Atlanta BeltLine transit.

VIII. Project Type (Please Check ONE box):

First Mile/Last Mile Connectivity Bicycle Facility (check this box if the project is primarily a bike lane project) Joint Bike-Ped Facilities (check this box if the project includes both bike lanes and sidewalks or pedestrian crossings equally) Pedestrian Facility (check this box if the project is primarily a sidewalk or pedestrian crossing project) Sidepaths and Trails (check this box if the project is primarily a multi-use trail or sidepath project; a sidepath is a multi-use trail adjacent/parallel to the roadway)

Roadway Bridge Upgrade Capacity Reduction or Conversion (e.g. “Road Diet” or one-way pair conversion to two-way operations) General Purpose Capacity (adding through-traffic lanes; does not include turn lane projects) Multimodal (a general capacity project that also includes substantial transit infrastructure such as BRT lanes) Operations and Safety (includes addition of turn lanes, roundabouts, signal upgrades, intersection realignments, etc.)

Transit Facilities Capital (upgrades to transit station property including construction of plazas, parking decks, redesign of pick-up/drop-off areas, driveways and surface parking lots, installation of bike parking, bus shelters and other improvements to the rail stations, local bus stops or programmed BRT stops/stations)

Other Other/miscellaneous, please explain:

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IX. Certain types of projects are considered “not exempt” from modeling and air conformity analysis requirements. The brief worksheet below will help determine if this project is Exempt or Not Exempt from air quality conformity model requirements. Please note that ARC may not be able to program some Not Exempt projects in the TIP until the conformity analysis is completed.

a. Does this project remove or add general purpose through-travel lanes (excluding turn lanes): Yes/No. Yes If you answered YES, please answer the following questions: i. How many travel lanes are being removed or added: Reduce from a variable 5 to 7 lane section to a consistent 4 lane section with center turn lane/pedestrian refuge and bike lanes. ii. What is the project length? 3,500 linear feet iii. What is the functional classification of the roadway? Urban Principal Arterial iv. What is the estimated Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT)? 34,710 (2010)

b. Does this project add new transit service or alter existing transit schedules or levels of service? No If YES, please explain:

X. Termini (e.g. US10/SR20/Main Street from 1st Avenue to 5th Avenue) and approximate project length. Attach project location map: Ponce de Leon Avenue from Boulevard/Monroe Drive to Freedom Parkway/Freedom Park; 3,500 linear feet

XI. Is this project located on a State or U.S. Route? Yes/No: Yes . If yes, please list the state and U.S. Routes number(s): US 29/US 78/US 278 and SR 8

XII. What is the functional classification of the road(s)? Urban Principal Arterial Please note, local roads must be reclassified as minor collectors or above prior to being programmed in the TIP in order to be eligible for federal funds (except for safety or bicycle/pedestrian project types).

XIII. Provide a detailed description of the project (approximately 100-200 words). Please be specific and include all project elements, dimensions, the need and purpose of the project, and the how this project addresses those needs.

During the LCI planning effort, poor pedestrian and bicycle conditions along Ponce de Leon Avenue were identified as the greatest detriment to the corridor's ability to unite diverse neighborhoods, promote economic development, foster transit use, encourage physical activity, improve environmental health, and enhance public safety. To this end, upgrades to these facilities were the community's highest priority.

The proposed transportation project, which incorporates several separate recommendations of the LCI plan, represents a critical first step in transforming Ponce de Leon Avenue into a truly multimodal corridor that offers neighborhoods and business along it, as well as the greater Atlanta community, improved bicycle, pedestrian, transit and roadway facilities. Equally important, the application has been crafted to capitalize on several planned complementary public and private initiatives, including the redevelopment of City Hall East into Ponce City Market, the Atlanta Beltline, a proposed GDOT safety project (PI# 0010350), and a recently-awarded Transportation, Community, and System Preservation (TCSP) Program grant to connect the Atlanta BeltLine to Ponce City Market.

The proposed project includes two essential components:

The Ponce de Leon Avenue Pedestrian Facilities upgrade pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and roadway facilities along the corridor. These complement and enhance the minimal improvements planned as part of the GDOT safety project and include corridor wide installation of minimum 6 ft wide ADA-accessible sidewalks and crosswalks, upgraded traffic signals with count-down pedestrian heads at existing signalized intersections, install

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HAWK or RRFB signals at several unsignalized intersections and pedestrian crossings, reset curbs (as needed), lighting, and street trees. Between Glen Iris Drive and Ponce de Leon Place, closest to the Atlanta BeltLine, the section will be expanded to include widened landscaping zone featuring bicycle racks, benches, pedestrian lights, and bus shelters. The project also incorporates a “road diet” for the corridor that would take it from a confusing variable cross section (typically lacking turn lanes) into a consistent four lane section, plus bicycle lanes and a center turn lane/pedestrian refuge; it would also include maintaining or widening the remaining vehicular travel lanes.

The Atlanta BeltLine Intermodal Connections provides a critical bicycle, pedestrian, and transit rider link between Ponce de Leon Avenue and the Atlanta BeltLine. Elements include two bicycle and pedestrian access points between Ponce de Leon Avenue and the Atlanta BeltLine: one at the southwest corner of the Ponce de Leon Avenue/Atlanta Beltline intersection (ramp and stairs), and another at the northwest corner (8 ft wide multi-use ramp). In addition, the southwest connection will also include an enhanced bus stop area along Ponce de Leon Avenue that will allow patrons to safely and conveniently access future Atlanta BeltLine trails and transit, while also providing bicycle parking and seating.

XIV. Project Elements:

Check all that apply. Please note that all projects must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and if the roadway is altered or improved, curb ramps along the entire project length must also be upgraded.

“Inside the Curb” Elements Removal of existing on-street parking Addition of new on-street parking Converting roadway through-travel lanes to other uses (e.g., parking, wider sidewalks, bike lanes, etc) Removing turn lanes Adding turn lanes Narrowing existing roadway travel lanes (no change to number of lanes) Special purpose motor vehicle travel lanes (e.g., HOV, bus, taxi) New roadway capacity for single occupant vehicles Bus stop pullouts Pedestrian refuge islands Raised median Crosswalks at midblock or unsignalized intersection locations Crosswalks at signalized intersections Curb extensions or “bulb-outs” Pedestrian-actuated signals or beacons, including HAWK or Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons (RRFB) Stamped concrete or brick paver crosswalks Wide curb lane or paved shoulders Bicycle lanes Shared lane markings (aka “sharrows”) Cycle track (separated on-street bicycle only lane) Repaving New or upgraded pavement markings Traffic calming elements (e.g., speed humps, mini traffic circles, chicanes, etc) Signal operations improvements Consolidation of curb cuts Intersection reconfiguration or realignment Roundabout Other (note: all items must meet eligibility requirements for federal transportation funding):

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“Outside the Curb” Elements Multi-Use Path (at least 8’ wide) Construction/reconstruction of curbs and gutters Upgrades to existing sidewalks New sidewalks where none currently exist Bicycle/Pedestrian tunnel Bicycle/Pedestrian overpass Bicycle/Pedestrian signage Wayfinding signage Pedestrian scale lighting Roadway scale lighting Pedestrian upgrades to meet ADA requirements (e.g., curb ramps, driveway reconstruction) Bus shelters and transit patron amenities Transit station area upgrades (e.g. reconstruction of station, plazas, reconfiguration of pick- up/drop-off areas, parking lot, entrances, bus lanes, etc.) Transit station parking deck Landscaping and buffers (e.g., grass, bushes, flowers) Trees Street furniture (e.g., benches, trash receptacles) Bricks or pavers in the sidewalk or buffer area Other elements, e.g., gateways, fountains, banners, etc (note: all items must meet eligibility requirements for federal transportation funding):

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Section 3: LCI Plan Implementation

LCI transportation funds are intended as an incentive for LCI Plan implementation. As such, priority is given to those communities that have shown continued support for creating multi-modal, livable centers through their on-going efforts to implement their adopted LCI plan. The following questions are intended to glean the level of implementation of the LCI study by the sponsor and overall community.

Additionally, in July 2011, ARC’s Board adopted the regional development and transportation plan known as PLAN 2040. The Plan’s vision is centered around sustainable growth by balancing environmental responsibility, economic growth and social needs while maximizing benefits to all. All of ARC’s work programs are guided by this vision, as well as the goals and objectives set forth in PLAN 2040. As such, projects funded by the LCI program should be consistent with PLAN 2040. The objectives of PLAN 2040 are: a. Increase mobility options for people and goods b. Foster a healthy, educated, well-trained, safe and secure population c. Promote places to live with easy access to jobs and services d. Improve energy efficiency while preserving the region’s environment e. Identify innovative approaches to economic recovery and long-term prosperity

Please answer the following questions citing specific examples.

I. Describe how this proposed transportation project is consistent with the goals and objectives of approved LCI plan. Discuss how this transportation project contributes to or supports the mix of transportation options in the study area.

In addition to the transportation projects identified in Section 1:III, the proposed project is consistent with the following goals and objectives from the LCI study:

1. With time, Study recommendations will transform Ponce de Leon and Moreland Avenues into dynamic walkable urban corridors with: wide, tree-lined sidewalks; preserved historic structures; quality transit service; safe and smooth traffic flow; human-scaled buildings; and social diversity. (pg 3:1)

2. Support the establishment of a Atlanta BeltLine transit stop at City Hall East/Ponce de Leon Avenue. (pg 3:5)

3. Require new bus shelters to be located in the street furniture and tree planting zone of the sidewalk, rather than blocking the clear zone. (pg 3:5)

3. Ensure that all sidewalks and ramps are compliant with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). (pg 3;8)

4. Utilize pedestrian countdown signals at all signalized crossings. (pg 3:8)

5. Continue to implement the Atlanta Commuter On-street Bike Plan (now Connect Atlanta). (pg 3:11)

6. Reinforce a mixed-use node at the Atlanta BeltLine/City Hall East. (pg 3:15)

7. Support the mixed-use redevelopment of City Hall East. (pg 3:15)

The project also supports a mix of transportation options in the study area by creating safer, more pleasant walking, bicycling, and transit conditions along the corridor. Presently, conditions are such that few people with other options choose to walk, bicycle, or ride transit along Ponce de Leon Avenue. The proposed

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project will improve conditions for those who have no other transportation choice than walking, bicycling, or transit use, while also encouraging those who currently drive to use these other transportation options. The latter will be especially true for those utilizing the Atlanta BeltLine to access nearby neighborhoods.

II. Have the LCI Study recommendations, maps or policies been incorporated into the official local comprehensive plan?

Yes/No: Yes

If Yes, please describe how the LCI study was incorporated into the local comprehensive plan, and provide the chapter, section or appendix location, or resolution that indicates its incorporation into the comprehensive plan:

The City of Atlanta adopted three separate resolutions supporting the plan on August 18, 2005: 1. 05-R-1235, which incorporate the plan by reference into the City's comprehensive development plan http://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/2005/images/adopted/0815/05R1235.pdf 2. 05-O-1236, which amended the City's Future Land Use plan, per study recommendations http://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/2005/images/adopted/0815/05O1236.pdf 3. 05-O-1234, which incorporated projects from the study into the comprehensive development plan http://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/2005/images/adopted/0815/05O1234.pdf

III. Have the LCI study recommendations, maps or policies been incorporated into the official local development regulations or zoning code? Yes/No: Yes. If Yes, please answer the following questions:

a. Provide detailed information related to the ordinance, provision or regulation representing the implementation of the LCI study recommendations. Also describe method of incorporation or attach a resolution:

Two major zoning initiatives were implemented following LCI plan adoption to codify the mixed-use, pedestrian oriented vision contained within it: the BeltLine Overlay and the rezoning of Ponce City Maket.

The BeltLine Overlay District was adopted by the City of Atlanta (Ordinance 06-O-2496) to ensure the pedestrian-friendly development envisioned by both the LCI plan and the greater Atlanta BeltLine effort; along Ponce de Leon Avenue the overlay applies to the entirety of the proposed project area. Key elements of the overlay include requiring: wider sidewalks with redevelopment, street trees, pedestrian- oriented buildings, access management, rear or side parking, and bicycle parking.

The approved ordinance can be viewed at the link below: http://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/2007/images/adopted/0219/06O2496.pdf

The rezoning of Ponce City Market (former City Hall East) to allow a mix of uses was the second major zoning initiative in the LCI study area. While mixed-uses were allowed by-right on the remainder of the Ponce de Leon Avenue corridor, a rezoning from I-1 (Industrial) to MRC-3 (Mixed Residential Commercial) was necessary for the site to redevelop in a manner envisioned by the study. Said rezoning was approved by City Council in late 2005 (Ordinance 05-O-0897) and subsequently modified in 2010 to allow greater flexibility with site redevelopment, while still keeping with the LCI plan vision.

The approved ordinance can be viewed at the link below: http://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/2005/images/adopted/1121/05O0897.pdf

b. What are the minimum and maximum densities (units per acre, FAR and/or # of stories) allowed within the LCI area under current zoning or development

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regulations? Are these densities consistent with the recommended densities in your adopted LCI Plan? Please explain: The LCI study area includes several zoning districts providing densities consistent with the adopted plan. C-1 and C-2 are mixed-use districts allowing a residential FAR of 0.696 (approximately 30 units/acre) and non-residential FARs of 2.0 and 3.0, respectively; there are no maximum height limits, but lot depths and FAR controls do effectively limit buildings to five or six floors. MRC-3 allows a residential FAR of 3.2 (approximately 140 units/acre) and a non-residential FAR of 4.0; it includes a minimum building height of 24 feet and a maximum height established by conditions of rezoning of 80 to 185 feet, depending on location.

c. The PLAN 2040 Regional Development Guide and the LCI Program Goals provide guidance on desirable development patterns for LCI areas. Please indicate if the adopted code or regulation covering the LCI area requires and/or permits the following (check all that apply):

Development Mixed-use zoning district or development code provision allowing a mix of uses Infill housing ordinance or its equivalent (e.g. addressing tear downs, etc) Accessory dwelling units Multi-family apartments Incentives for senior housing Incentives for affordable/work-force housing Locally-designated Historic District Government buildings, courthouses and schools required to be built within existing communities Required greenspace set-aside Greater density in transit areas Maximum block sizes Tax Allocation District (TAD) or Community Improvement District (CID)

Urban Design & Streetscape Buildings and building entrances required to be oriented to streets Design regulations that encourage active ground floor retail spaces, pedestrian- oriented design and pedestrian amenities in commercial districts. Reduced minimum off-street parking requirements Off-street parking required to be to side or rear of buildings Other parking measures that promote shared parking, parking maximums, pervious surface materials, trees and landscaping or other innovative policies to create a more walkable environment Tree ordinance

Mobility & Connectivity Sidewalks to be included in all developments Bicycle facilities to be included in all developments Pedestrian and bicycle facilities to be included in all roadway projects Access Management controls (e.g. limiting curb cuts, left turns, etc) Development review process to evaluate traffic impacts, design and accessibility issues, and compatibility with locally adopted land use and complete streets policies Connectivity required for new streets and developments (e.g. no/limit cul-de-sacs) Inter-parcel connectivity for commercial development

OTHER

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Other requirements that reflect the goals and objectives of the LCI Program and the PLAN 2040 Development Guide. Please explain:

IV. What local actions have been completed that support implementation of the LCI study (e.g. new ordinances adopted, local infrastructure or capital projects completed, new programs or services initiated)? Attach a Report of Accomplishments addressing the progress on each item listed in the current LCI Study 5-year Action Plan (template provided by ARC). Identify below other related actions not listed in the LCI 5-Year Action Plan.

In addition to the enclosed Report of Accomplishment, several actions have been taken that forward the vision of the LCI study. These include: 1. Street tree plantings by Trees Atlanta on portions of Ponce de Leon Avenue 2. The sale of City Hall East for redevelopment into Ponce City Market 3. MARTA's installation of bus shelters along Ponce de Leon Avenue 4. Identifying a new street connection from Ponce de Leon Avenue to Monroe Drive through the Midtown Place Shopping Center, and then codifying it as part of the Atlanta BeltLine Street Framework Plan/Overlay - making it a requirement of future site redevelopment 5. On-going Atlanta BeltLine transit and multi-use trail initiatives 6. Completion of the Historic Fourth Ward Park - a major new open space for the area 7. Atlanta Beltine-related arts initiatives 8. Clean-up and kudzu removal on the sidewalks along Ponce de Leon Avenue under the Atlanta BeltLine 9. On-going efforts to study and implement streetcar transit along North Avenue and improve bicycle access in the Ponce de Leon/North Avenue corridor 10. Atlanta BeltLine-related affordable housing initiatives 11. Historic tax credits utilized to finance the redevelopment of Ponce City Market, which will have the de facto effect of preserving the historic structure 12. On-going complementary efforts to install bicycle lanes on the entire Ponce de Leon Avenue corridor from the core of Midtown to Freedom Parkway/Freedom Trail

V. What new or planned development projects have been approved and/or constructed in the study area (e.g. residential, non-residential or mixed-use projects)? Provide details such as the project name, location, type, land use composition, number of units/square feet, and construction schedule. Particularly highlight residential developments and workforce/affordable units included.

A variety of completed and approved projects exist in the LCI study area. These include: 1. Restoration of the historic Peters Mansion (completed) 2. Camden Ivy Apartments (110 units, completed) 3. CVS Pharmacy (15,000 sf, completed) 4. Chipotle restaurant (1,300 sf, completed) 5. 1136 Ponce de Leon Avenue Townhouses (4 units, completed) 6. Ponce City Market (1.1 million sf of office, retail/restaurant, hotel, and housing units, underway )

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In addition, approximately 1,200 multifamily units have been constructed or planned in the vicinity of the Historic Fourth Ward Park. These residences are within a reasonable walking distance of the project.

a. How do these developments relate to the current mix of land uses in the study area?

These completed and approved/underway greatly expand the amount of residential, office, and community-serving commercial uses within the study area. In addition, they begin to establish higher density land use patterns that will support future transit investment along the Atlanta BeltLine and nearby North Avenue.

b. Describe how these developments are consistent with the approved LCI plan.

The approved plan called for expanding the mix of uses within the study area, especially housing, offices, and community-serving commercial uses. In addition, the preservation and rehabilitation of Ponce City Market was a key recommendation of the LCI plan.

VI. Local government actions not supporting the LCI plan, such as inconsistent development project approvals or rezonings (or consistent project denials), will be factored into the overall ranking. Take this opportunity to discuss issues related to these local actions, other barriers to plan implementation and proposed efforts/strategies to overcome these barriers.

The City of Atlanta has not approved development projects or rezonings that are inconsistent with the LCI plan. The City of Atlanta continues to work with its partners at Atlanta BeltLine, Inc., GDOT, MARTA, and adjoining neighborhoods to forward the plan vision.

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Section 4: Transportation Project Merits

I. Describe how this project addresses a transportation safety, mobility, or accessibility issue. Be specific (refer to crash data, AADT or other data as applicable), but be concise.

The proposed project will improve safety, mobility, and accessibility along Ponce de Leon Avenue and the Atlanta BeltLine for all travel modes, but especially pedestrians. A 2011 pedestrian road safety audit conducted by Pedestrians Educating Drivers for Safety (PEDS) and funded by Federal Highway Administration and the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety found major deficiencies in the project area, including: 1. Sixty-two pedestrian-involved crashes along the corridor between January 2003 and September 2009 2. Many pedestrian collisions with eastbound traffic between Boulevard NE and Glen Iris Drive 3. Broken sidewalks with significant trip hazards and little shade 4. Lack of ADA-accessible sidewalks and faded or missing crosswalks 5. Illegal turns in and out of Midtown Place, which place pedestrians at risk 6. At-risk walking (young adults accessing alcohol-serving restaurants) and disabled populations 7. Violent and drug-related crime on south side of street, between Boulevard and Glen Iris 8. Confusing variability in number of lanes 9. Little curb height to protect pedestrians from vehicles due to repeated repaving without milling 10. Poor drainage of roads and sidewalks 11. Horizontal and vertical curves limit sight distances as well as safe operating speeds 12. Insufficient number of safe crossings – many pedestrians cross mid-block 13. Some bus stops lack safe crossings 14. Lack of buffers between moving vehicles and pedestrians due to narrow lane and sidewalk widths

The PEDS study also found that a large number of vehicular/pedestrian crashes occurred at intersections (71%).

In addition, the corridor is unsafe for bicyclists, even though its gentle topography makes it an ideal candidate for such. Bicycling challenges include high traffic speeds, narrow lanes, and rapidly moving left-turning vehicles (due to the lack of protected turn lanes). The proposed project area is especially dangerous, as evidenced by an August 2011 audit of bicycle crashes along Ponce de Leon and North Highland Avenues by the Georgia Department of Public Health's Office of Health Indicators for Planning (OHIP), which shows that 60 percent of all crashes involving bicycles from 2003 to 2007 occurred within the proposed project area. An ongoing bicycle roadway audit of Ponce de Leon Avenue being conducted by the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition will certainly identify additional deficiencies.

These conditions will be mitigated within the project limits by the proposed upgrades to pedestrian, bicycle, and transit facilities, whose benefits are self evident. Other obvious benefits include the project's role in a greater ongoing City of Atlanta and GDOT initiative to provide bicycle facilities along Ponce de Leon Avenue connecting the Freedom Trail, Atlanta BeltLine Trail, existing facilities on Parkway/Charles Allen Way, and the core of Midtown Atlanta.

Less evident, but equally significant, are the benefits from the proposed “road diet.” By creating a consistent four- lane cross section, removing left turning vehicles from the travel lane, and providing bicycle lanes, the project will reduce driver confusion and conflicts. Left turning vehicles will no longer take up a travel lane as they wait to turn, nor be as likely to make rapid turns to avoid being rear-ended. In addition, bicycle lanes will provide additional maneuvering space for turning commercial vehicles and a recovery zone for drivers who might otherwise leave the roadway and potentially injure themselves and pedestrians.

II. Does this project provide “Complete Streets”, i.e. the entire roadway right-of-way is designed and operated to enable safe access for all users regardless of age, ability or mode of transportation including bicyclists, pedestrians, motorists, transit riders (if applicable)? Describe how complete streets principles are addressed or why certain elements are not included in the project.

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For reference, please see Chapters 6 and 9 of GDOT’s Design Policy Manual: http://www.dot.state.ga.us/doingbusiness/PoliciesManuals/roads/designpolicies/Pages/DesignPolicyMa nual.aspx and the ARC’s “Complete Streets” policy in the TIP Blueprint: http://www.atlantaregional.com/transportation/transportation-improvement-program

The proposed project includes a variety of Complete Street principles, including reallocating vehicular space for bicycle and pedestrian uses, providing high quality facilities for all users (bicyclists, pedestrians, drivers, and transit riders), and responding to adjacent land uses.

III. Describe how this project supports transit ridership and facilitates transit-oriented development (if applicable).

The project promotes ridership on existing and future transit facilities into three primary ways. First, it creates a high-quality pedestrian environment that makes it safe for transit riders to access existing bus stops along Ponce de Leon Avenue. In addition, the project's provision for bus shelters, shade trees, and lighting make the experience of waiting for the bus more pleasant and safe. Finally, the proposed transit waiting area and Atlanta BeltLine intermodal connections will provide a seamless interface between bus patrons and future Atlanta BeltLine transit.

Transit oriented development is also promoted by the project, especially its improved pedestrian linkages between existing and future transit, and proposed private redevelopment, including Ponce City Market . These improved connections will increase the propensity of future tenants to walk to and use transit, while creating a compact, high-quality development pattern that is inherently transit-supportive.

IV. Describe how this project supports the goals of ARC’s Lifelong Communities Initiative, i.e. promotes housing and transportation options for older adults, encourages healthy lifestyles and expands information and access to services for seniors.

The proposed project directly or indirectly supports all seven elements of the ARC's Lifelong Communities Initiative as follows:

Connectivity: Ponce de Leon Avenue and the Atlanta BeltLine rail corridor have historically divided Atlanta neighborhoods. This project seeks to remove these barriers and unite nearby areas with bicycle, transit, and pedestrian connections. In addition, it provides improved future connections to other Atlanta neighborhoods via access to the ongoing Atlanta BeltLine project.

Pedestrian Access and Transit: The project creates a vibrant streetscape, connected and safe sidewalks, and transit access. Equally significant, the planned Ponce City Market, a complementary private initiative, will greatly enhance pedestrian activity along Ponce de Leon Avenue. Future redevelopment of nearby parcels will also be required to do so, per zoning requirements.

Neighborhood Retail and Services: The project will improve pedestrian and bicycle access to neighborhood goods and services, including existing grocery stores and the Midtown Place Shopping Center, as well as future services at Ponce City Market.

Social Interaction: Social interaction will be promoted by increasingly the likelihood people will walk and meet on the sidewalk and using transit. In addition, the proposed Atlanta BeltLine intermodal connection will include a small transit waiting area where people can interact.

Diversity of Dwelling Types: Although the project does not include any planned housing, it is complementary to expanding housing options, especially in the Ponce City Market project.

Healthy Living: The project will improve physical activity by promoting walking, bicycling, and transit use. In addition, it will provide improved access to health and open space initiatives along the Atlanta BeltLine, at

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Freedom Park, and at an existing grocery at Midtown Place Shopping Center. Similar facilities are likely to be included in the Ponce City Market project.

Consideration for Existing Residents: A key goal of the project is improving transportation options for nearby residents, many of whom do not drive, particularly those living in subsidized housing along Boulevard. Today, Ponce de Leon Avenue is a pedestrian-hostile barrier that discourages residents from using it, while those that do account for the greatest number of pedestrian-vehicular crashes as they walk along Ponce de Leon Avenue between Bouelvard and Glen Iris . By making walking, bicycling, and transit use more pleasant and safe, these impacted residents and others will see an improved quality of life

V. Does this project facilitate safe pedestrian and bicycle access to schools? Does it provide a direct connection from neighborhoods/residential developments to a school or schools (if yes, please specify each school and grades they serve). There is no school located along the project itself. However, the it will make the walk to Grady High School and Inman Middle School from points south of Ponce de Leon Avenue, and from housing along the corridor, safer and easier. In addition, improved access to the Atlanta BeltLine will provide future access to a variety of schools along its length.

VI. Describe how this project will have community benefits beyond transportation (such as economic development, environmental, health, etc):

The proposed project will have a variety of positive impacts that extend beyond transportation improvements. These include supporting economic development, social equity, environmental quality, and public health.

Economic Development will be supported in a variety of ways. By improving safety and aesthetics along Ponce de Leon Avenue, it will create a more favorable market image of the area that complements the Ponce City Market project and LCI vision. At the same time, it will make the area more attractive to regional and national market trends that are increasingly favoring housing and employment in highly walkable, mixed-use settings.

The project will also enhance social equity for both nearby residents and users of the corridor. Economic development will generate jobs, some of which nearby residents would be qualified to fill. In addition, service workers living nearby, especially in apartment complexes, would now have a safe way to walk or bike to work.

Environmental quality and public health will also be improved by the proposed project. New trees will provide shade for pedestrians, clean the air, reduce water runoff, and reduce urban heat island effects. At the same time, the high quality bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities proposed will promote physical activity - directly benefiting public health. Additionally, improved access to Freedom Park and existing/proposed parks and trails along the Atlanta BeltLine will provide even more opportunities for physical activity.

VII. Describe coordination with and support from affected agencies and the public. Describe where support may be lacking and why.

The proposed project has involved extension coordination between the City of Atlanta, Atlanta BeltLine, Inc., the Georgia Department of Transportation, ARC, and private property owners along the corridor. All impacting entities have agreed, in principle, to a coordinated approach to improving Ponce de Leon Avenue.

VIII. Describe past success/progress or challenges with implementing LCI/TIP funded transportation projects. If the Sponsor has experienced delays in project delivery, or has/ had a “project of concern”, please describe what steps have been taken, or will be taken, to avoid delays with this project.

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Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. has not implemented LCI funded transportation projects, although they have effectively implemented several multi-use trail projects funded through the TIP, and major park projects in the area.

IX. Describe how the project connects major activities and destinations within the LCI Study Area, such as employment, public buildings, shopping, parks, etc?

The project provides connections between many major activities and destignations, including Ponce City Market, Midtown Place, Freedom Park, the Atlanta BeltLine (and a variety of destinations along it), Historic Fourth Ward Park, Kroger, several apartments buildings directly on the corridor, and the neighborhoods of Midtown, Old Fourth Ward, Poncey-Highland, and Virginia Highland.

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Section 5: Environmental Information

I. Describe the socioeconomic and demographic characteristics of the surrounding community, including minority and low-income populations, the elderly and persons with disabilities. Specifically identify and address whether this project will have a disproportionately high and adverse impact on these populations. Likewise, describe how this project will benefit these populations.

Lying at a crossroads of four Atlanta neighborhoods and the Atlanta BeltLine, the proposed project will serve and connect a broad spectrum of Atlanta's population, including significant minority, low income, elderly, and disabled population.

According to 2010 US Census data, nearly 7,000 people live within one-quarter mile of the proposed project. The four census tracts adjacent to the corridor, and corresponding to four neighborhoods, have the following demographic characteristics: 1. Old Fourth Ward (Census Tract 17): 65% African American; 5.5% over age 65 2. Poncey-Highland (Census Tract 16): 11% African American; 2.1% over age 65 3. Midtown (Census Tract 13): 22% African American; 4.3% over age 65 4. Virginia-Highland (Census Tract 14): 6% African American; 2.0% over age 65

Private and governmental data sources also describe the following economic characteristics: 1. Old Fourth Ward: Estimated 2011 Median Household income: $30,758*; 34.6% poverty** 2. Poncey-Highland: Estimated 2011 Median Household income: $41,036*; 9.9% poverty** 3. Midtown: Estimated 2011 Median Household income: $48,140*; 3.4% poverty** 4. Virginia-Highland: Estimated 2011 Median Household income: $62,266*; 7.3% poverty** (*Atlanta average $34,770; national average $44,512; **2009 US Census estimate )

Additionally, the Ponce de Leon Avenue corridor is home to a high number of social service providers, many of whose clients access the corridor on foot or in wheelchair.

The proposed project will benefit all of these populations by providing safer and more pleasant travel routes, improved transit stops and connections, improved access to jobs and services (See Section: VI), and support for compact development patterns that will locate a wide mix of uses within a short distance of existing residents and non-vehicular users of the corridor.

II. Does this project include any environmentally-friendly or energy-saving elements, for example, impervious paving surfaces, solar-powered pedestrian crossing signs, shade trees, native plants, “green” construction technologies, etc?

The proposed project’s direct environmentally-friendly elements will include trees and landscaping. In addition, Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (along with City of Atlanta Office of Sustainability) is committed to environmentally-friendly best practices as part of the larger Atlanta BeltLine vision. These are reflected in Atlanta BeltLine's Sustainability Plan.

The project will also indirectly support a variety of private "green" initiatives along the corridor, including the adaptive re-use at Ponce City Market and the conversion of energy inefficient, auto-oriented development patterns into those that support walking, bicycling, transit use, and efficient use of urban land.

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III. Does this project involve removing any structures or buildings, or impact cemeteries, streams or culverts, or other sensitive environmental areas or cultural resources? If yes, please explain how the project intends to avoid or mitigate impacts, describe any public involvement or support for the project to date and any coordination with state or federal agencies to date.

No impacts to structures, buildings, cemeteries, streams, culverts, or other sensitive areas or cultural resources are anticipated.

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Section 6: Budget and Schedule Information

Please note that the total federal contribution (all phases combined) is limited to $4 Million per project. Also, due to the lengthy project development and approval process and expertise required to administer federal-aid construction projects, ARC will not award LCI funding for projects with scopes of work and budgets below $500,000.

I. Attach a project cost estimate including Preliminary Engineering (PE), Right-of-Way (ROW), Construction (CST) .

II. What is the anticipated schedule for this project (assume projects will be programmed in the TIP July 1, 2012)? a. Begin PE: 1/2012 (Month/Year) b. Begin ROW Acquisition: 4/2012 (Month/Year) c. Begin Construction: 6/2013 (Month/Year) d. Open to Traffic: 4/2014 (Month/Year)

III. Preliminary Engineering and Design a. Estimated total cost of PE: $360,000: See Detailed Cost Estimate Exhibit b. Do you wish to request LCI funding for PE? Yes i. LCI (L230) Funding (up to 80%) $288,000 ii. Local funding match (min 20%) $72,000 c. In what fiscal year will this phase occur? 2012

IV. Right-of-Way Acquisition a. Estimated total cost of ROW Acquisition? $275,000: See Detailed Cost Estimate Exhibit b. Do you wish to request LCI funding for ROW? Yes i. LCI (L230) Funding (up to 80%) $220,000 ii. Local funding match (min 20%) $55,000 c. In what fiscal year will this phase occur? 2012

V. Construction a. Estimated total cost of Construction (including contingency and construction oversight/inspection):$4,365,000: See Detailed Cost Estimate Exhibit b. Do you wish to request LCI funding for construction? Yes i. LCI L230 Funding (up to 80%) $3,492,000 ii. Local funding match (min 20%) $873,000 c. In what fiscal year will this phase occur? 2013

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VI. Please indicate if local matching funds are provided all or in part by another grant(s), a CID or another private or non-profit organization, or other source. Also indicate if the local match exceeds the minimum 20%. Please note: All local matches must be “cash” matches. “Soft matches” or in-kind services are not permissible with this funding source.

All match sources will be provided by a combination of private and non-profit organizational funds. While the local match does not exceed 20%, the project is highly leveraged with other funding sources and the simultaneous redevelopment of a significant historic property (Ponce City Market). The combined value of transit (Beltline) funding, Department of Transportation funding, FHWA funding, and private re-development funding will range from over $200 million to over $800 million (TIA light rail investment) in the immediate vicinity of the Ponce Intermodal Project.

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Section 7: Required Submittal Documents

The preferred submittal method is to compile all of the following documents into a single PDF and submit to Amy Goodwin via email at [email protected].

If the file is larger than 5MB, please compress the document by saving it as an “optimized” PDF file, or send via FTP or web-based file sharing program. ARC will not accept .zip or .exe files. If mailing or hand-delivering the application, it must be received (not post-marked) by 5pm on September 23, 2011. See front page of this application for additional submittal information.

I. LCI Transportation Project Funding Application Form

II. LCI 5-Year Action Plan

III. LCI Report of Accomplishment

IV. Resolution of adoption of LCI Study by local government

V. Resolution of adoption of development regulations resulting from LCI Study (if applicable) by local government

VI. Resolution or letter from chief elected official confirming sponsor’s commitment to implementation of the project and the required local match. Note: Funding must be identified in the local government’s budget, STWP or CIP before ARC will approve the scoping report and allocate funds to the project in the TIP.

a. If a portion of the local match is being provided by another agency or organization, provide a letter from that organization’s Board Chair or Executive Director confirming their commitment to the matching funds.

VII. Project location map, including project area and LCI boundaries. Include any previously funded LCI/TIP projects on the map. Project limits should be entirely within LCI study boundaries, however some minor extensions outside the LCI area may be considered to meet logical termini requirements.

VIII. Detailed Project Cost Estimate

IX. Support letters or other pertinent information in support of the project. Please limit to 5 pages. Lengthy documents should be provided as a link, not an attachment.

Atlanta Regional Commission Page 20 of 20 FIVE YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

Ponce de Leon Avenue Study Area: Transportation Projects

Type of Engineering Engineering Construction Construction Total Project Responsible Funding Local Source Match ID Description Improvement Year Costs ROW Year ROW Costs Year Costs Costs Party Source & Amount Streetscape - Peachtree to Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $390,864.97 N/A N/A 2008 $2,605,766 $2,996,631.43 City City $912,018 PT-1 Argonne way Operations SAFTEA

Streetscape - Argonne to Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $441,784.96 N/A N/A 2009 $2,945,233 $3,387,018.06 City City $1,030,832 PT-2 Kennesaw way Operations SAFTEA

Streetscape - Kennesaw to Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $469,574.96 N/A N/A 2010 $3,130,500 $3,600,074.68 City City $1,095,675 PT-3 Freedom Pkwy way Operations SAFTEA

Streetscape - Freedom Pkwy to Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $501,119.95 N/A N/A 2011 $3,340,800 $3,841,919.65 City City $1,169,280 PT-4 Moreland way Operations SAFTEA

PT-5 Repair sidewalks in front of Eats Pedestrian 2005 $173.25 N/A N/A 2005 $1,155 $1,328.25 Private Private N/A $0 Repair sidewalks between the Pedestrian 2005 $288.75 N/A N/A 2005 $1,925 $2,213.75 Private Private N/A $0 PT-6 Massellton and Myrtle St Repair sidewalks around Mansion Pedestrian 2005 $3,450.00 N/A N/A 2005 $23,000 $26,450.00 Private Private N/A $0 PT-7 block

Median - Penn to Argonne - 4' Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $10,500.00 2005 $175,000 2008 $70,000 $80,500.00 City City $24,500 PT-8 wide way Operations SAFTEA

Median - Hunt to Charles Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $18,750.00 2008 $312,500 2009 $125,000 $143,750.00 City City $43,750 PT-9 Allen/Parkway - 4' wide way Operations SAFTEA

Median - Charles Allen/Parkway Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $13,500.00 2008 $225,000 2009 $90,000 $103,500.00 City City $31,500 PT-10 to Boulevard - 4' wide way Operations SAFTEA

Median - Boulevard to Kennesaw - Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, 2007 $18,000.00 2008 $300,000 2009 $120,000 $138,000.00 City City $42,000 PT-11 4' wide way Operations SAFTEA

Pedestrian/Road Bonds, LCI, Median - City Hall East - 4' wide 2007 $19,500.00 2006 $325,000 2007 $130,000 $149,500.00 City City $45,500 PT-12 way Operations SAFTEA

Roadway milling prior to next Roadway Fast Forward, TBD N/A N/A N/A TBD $328,800 $328,800.00 GDOT N/A $0 PT-13 repaving Operations GDOT Safety

Upgrade all of the traffic signals, Bond Fund, Corridor/ including signal timing and bus 2006 $110,000 N/A N/A 2009 $1,525,000 $1,635,000 City, GDOT "Fast Forward" City $415,000 PT-14 Intersection prioritization program

Bicycle and pedestrian connection Property Pedestrian/Bicycl from Midtown Place shopping 2006 $22,500 N/A N/A 2007 $150,000 $172,500 Private owners, PATH N/A N/A PT-15 e center to Midtown Promenade. Foundation FIVE YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

Ponce de Leon Avenue Study Area: Transportation Projects

Type of Engineering Engineering Construction Construction Total Project Responsible Funding Local Source Match ID Description Improvement Year Costs ROW Year ROW Costs Year Costs Costs Party Source & Amount Signs to provide directional Roadway Bond Fund, 2006 $2,250 N/A N/A 2008 $15,000 $17,250 City City $5,250 PT-16 information Operations State, Federal

Enhanced bus plan along Ponce MARTA Transit 2006 $45,000 N/A N/A 2008 $300,000 $345,000 MARTA FTA Grant $105,000 PT-17 de Leon Avenue Capital Funds

Operating Bus route #48 extension Transit N/A $0 N/A N/A 2005 TBD TBD MARTA TBD $0 PT-18 Funds

Install bike lockers at the North MARTA Bicycle 2007 $1,125 N/A N/A 2007 $7,500 $8,625 MARTA FTA Grant $2,625 PT-19 Avenue MARTA station - 6 bikes Capital Funds

Remove parking from south side City, LCI, of Ponce de Leon between Midtown MARTA Peachtree Street and West Transit 2006 $4,500 N/A N/A 2007 $30,000 $34,500 City $10,500 PT-20 Alliance, Capital Funds Peachtree Street for bus contra- MARTA lane; upgrade traffic signal

Clean and maintain sidewalk Pedestrian N/A N/A N/A N/A 2005 $500 $500 Private Private N/A $0 PT-21 under the Belt Line

Implement bike lanes on North Bonds, LCI, Bicycle N/A $9,090 N/A N/A 2007 $60,600 $69,690 City City $13,938 PT-22 Ave from Moreland to Piedmont SAFTEA

Implement median/turn lane on Roadway Bonds, LCI, North Ave from Belt Line to Operations/Bicycl N/A $225,000 N/A N/A 2007 $1,500,000 $1,725,000 City City $345,000 PT-23 SAFTEA Piedmont e

Pedestrian connection between Bicycle/ Midtown Place shopping center 2005 $2,250 N/A N/A 2007 $15,000 $17,250 Private Private Private $5,250 PT-24 Pedestrian and Lakeview St

Restriped crosswalks and added Bonds, pedestrian crossing signs to alert Pedestrian 2006 $36,450 N/A N/A 2007 $243,000 $279,450 City City $85,050 PT-25 SAFTEA drivers Repaired sidewalks in front of Pedestrian 2005 $2,400.00 N/A N/A 2005 $16,000 $18,400.00 Private Private N/A $0 PT-26 Green's Liquors

Totals $2,348,072 $0 $16,774,779 $19,122,851 $5,382,668

NOTES TBD: To Be Determined N/A: Not Applicable REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS Ponce de Leon Avenue LCI - 8-Sept-2011

Transportation STATUS

Notes Key Project Description PE Year Construction Year Complete Underway Started Not Relevant Not

Repaired sidewalks, street trees, pedestrian/roadway Streetscape - Peachtree to lighting, mast arms, PT-1 2007 2008 X Argonne landscaping, restriped crosswalks, curb cut consolidation, and utility burial

Streetscape - Argonne to PT-2 See PT-1 Description 2007 2009 X Kennesaw Streetscape - Kennesaw to PT-3 See PT-1 Description 2007 2010 X Freedom Pkwy Streetscape - Freedom Pkwy to PT-4 See PT-1 Description 2007 2011 X Moreland Repair sidewalks in front of PT-5 Repair sidewalks in front of Eats 2005 2005 X Eats Repair sidewalks between the Repair sidewalks between the Masselton nomeowners paid for PT-6 2005 2005 X Massellton and Myrtle St Massellton and Myrtle St partial implementaiton Repair sidewalks around Mansion Repair sidewalks around Completed as part of block PT-7 2005 2005 X block Mansion block redevelopment Median - Penn to Argonne - 4' Median - Penn to Argonne - 4' PT-8 2007 2008 X wide wide Median - Hunt to Charles Median - Hunt to Charles PT-9 2007 2009 X Allen/Parkway - 4' wide Allen/Parkway - 4' wide Median - Charles Median - Charles Allen/Parkway to PT-10 Allen/Parkway to Boulevard - 2007 2009 X Boulevard - 4' wide 4' wide Median - Boulevard to Kennesaw - Median - Boulevard to PT-11 2007 2009 X 4' wide Kennesaw - 4' wide Median - City Hall East - 4' Being explored as part of Ponce City PT-12 Median - City Hall East - 4' wide 2007 2007 X wide Market project Roadway milling prior to next Roadway milling prior to next Milling and repaving are part of PT-13 TBD TBD X repaving repaving planned GDOT project Upgrade all of the traffic signals, Upgrade all of the traffic PT-14 including signal timing and bus signals, including signal timing 2006 2009 X prioritization and bus prioritization Bicycle and pedestrian Bicycle and pedestrian connection connection from Midtown PT-15 from Midtown Place shopping 2006 2007 X Place shopping center to center to Midtown Promenade. Midtown Promenade. Signs to provide directional Signs to provide directional PT-16 2006 2008 X information information Enhanced bus plan along Ponce Enhanced bus plan along PT-17 2006 2008 X de Leon Avenue Ponce de Leon Avenue MARTA Route #2 now serves the PT-18 Bus route #48 extension Bus route #48 extension N/A 2005 X proposed route Install bike lockers at the North Install bike lockers at the North PT-19 Avenue MARTA station - 6 2007 2007 X Avenue MARTA station - 6 bikes bikes Remove parking from south Remove parking from south side side of Ponce de Leon of Ponce de Leon between between Peachtree Street and PT-20 Peachtree Street and West 2006 2007 X West Peachtree Street for bus Peachtree Street for bus contra- contra-lane; upgrade traffic lane; upgrade traffic signal signal Clean and maintain sidewalk Clean and maintain sidewalk PT-21 N/A 2005 X under the Belt Line under the Belt Line Implement bike lanes on North Further study has identified Ponce de Implement bike lanes on North PT-22 Ave from Moreland to N/A 2007 X Leon Avenue as the preferred bicycle Ave from Moreland to Piedmont Piedmont route Implement median/turn lane on Implement median/turn lane PT-23 North Ave from Belt Line to on North Ave from Belt Line to N/A 2007 X Piedmont Piedmont Pedestrian connection Pedestrian connection between between Midtown Place PT-24 Midtown Place shopping center 2005 2007 X shopping center and Lakeview and Lakeview St St

Restriped crosswalks and added Restriped crosswalks and PT-25 pedestrian crossing signs to alert added pedestrian crossing 2006 2007 X drivers signs to alert drivers

Repaired sidewalks in front of Repaired sidewalks in front of PT-26 2005 2005 X Green's Liquors Green's Liquors REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS Ponce de Leon Avenue LCI - 8-Sept-2011

STATUS

Notes Key Project Description PE Year Construction Year Complete Underway Started Not Relevant Not

Other Local Initiatives STATUS

Notes Study / Implementation Year Key Project Description Complete Underway Started Not Not Relevant Amend 15 Year Future Land Use Amend 15 Year Future Land PO-1 2005 X Plan Use Plan PO-2 Create new MR District Create new MR District 2005 X The BeltLine Overlay was adopted for the portion of the corridor between PO-3 Rezone corridor Rezone corridor 2005 X Charles Allen Dr/Parkway and Linwood Ave

Adopt the Georgia Department Adopt the Georgia Department of of Transportation Pedestrian Transportation Pedestrian and PO-4 and Streetscape Guide and 2005 X Streetscape Guide and Traffic Traffic Signal Design Signal Design Guidelines Guidelines

Target Ponce de Leon Avenue for Target Ponce de Leon Avenue PO-5 2005 X traffic law enforcement. for traffic law enforcement.

Provide an Atlanta Police Provide an Atlanta Police Department precinct or mini Department precinct or mini PO-6 precinct in the redevelopment of precinct in the redevelopment 2007 X City Hall East or nearby on the of City Hall East or nearby on avenue. the avenue.

Work with property owners to Work with property owners to PO-7 designate identified buildings as designate identified buildings Ongoing X Landmarks as Landmarks

Ponce de Leon Avenue Pedestrian Facilities and Atlanta BeltLine Intermodal Connections

Detailed Cost Estimate

Total Cost Estimate

LCI Grant (80% Eligible cost, Local Cost (Total - LCI Components Total LCI Eligible 80% pro-rated Engineering) Grant) CONSTRUCTION (Includes contingency) $ 4,365,000.00 $ 4,365,000.00 $ 3,492,000.00 $ 873,000.00 RIGHT-OF-WAY $ 275,000.00 $ 275,000.00 $ 220,000.00 $ 55,000.00 SUBTOTAL $ 4,640,000.00 $ 4,640,000.00 $ 3,712,000.00 $ 928,000.00 PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING & DESIGN $ 360,000.00 $ 360,000.00 $ 288,000.00 $ 72,000.00 TOTAL $ 5,000,000.00 $ 5,000,000.00 $ 4,000,000.00 $ 1,000,000.00

Ponce de Leon Pedestrian Facilities

LCI Grant (80% Eligible cost, Local Cost (Total - LCI Components Total LCI Eligible 80% pro-rated Engineering) Grant) CONSTRUCTION (Includes contingency) $ 1,885,000.00 $ 1,885,000.00 $ 1,508,000.00 $ 377,000.00 RIGHT-OF-WAY $ 275,000.00 $ 275,000.00 $ 220,000.00 $ 55,000.00 SUBTOTAL $ 2,160,000.00 $ 2,160,000.00 $ 1,728,000.00 $ 432,000.00 PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING & DESIGN $ 140,000.00 $ 140,000.00 $ 112,000.00 $ 28,000.00 TOTAL $ 2,300,000.00 $ 2,300,000.00 $ 1,840,000.00 $ 460,000.00 Atlanta BeltLine Intermodal Connections

LCI Grant (80% Eligible cost, Local Cost (Total - LCI Components Total LCI Eligible 80% pro-rated Engineering) Grant) CONSTRUCTION (Includes contingency) $ 2,480,000.00 $ 2,480,000.00 $ 1,984,000.00 $ 496,000.00 RIGHT-OF-WAY $ - $ - $ - $ - SUBTOTAL $ 2,480,000.00 $ 2,480,000.00 $ 1,984,000.00 $ 496,000.00 PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING & DESIGN $ 220,000.00 $ 220,000.00 $ 176,000.00 $ 44,000.00 TOTAL $ 2,700,000.00 $ 2,700,000.00 $ 2,160,000.00 $ 540,000.00

~GREEN STREET~p~~ ======PROPERTIES

September 23,2011

Ms. Amy Goodwin, LCI Transportation Program Manager Atlanta Regional Commission 40 Courtland Street NE Atlanta, GA 30303

Dear Ms. Goodwin:

As the developers of Ponce City Market (PCM), a Development of Regional Impact, Jamestown and Green Street Properties plan to invest nearly $180,000,000 in the rehabilitation of the iconic structure. In the process, PCM will employ thousands ofpeople and accommodate over 15,000 daily visitors to the project when fully occupied in the coming years. Accordingly, we believe the Ponce de Leon Avenue Pedestrian Facilities and Atlanta Beltline lntermodal Connections Project (Ponce Intermodal Project) is an essential element of the overall success ofPCM and the sUlTounding community especially in terms of local air quality and transportation system preservation.

By combining several significant financial and planning resources, including 4 separate public funding sources and several private match funding sources, the overall impact on the Ponce corridor and its connection to the Beltline Pedestrian and Transit system will be significant and highly innovative. There are few places in the region that will be able to boast an equal degree of intermodal connectivity . and fully funded project will ensure its success.

In order to provide the essential local match for the street improvements component of the Ponce Intermodal Project, Green Street Properties, inits capacity as a wholly owned subsidiary of Jamestown Properties and the developer of Ponce City Market, will provide a 20% matching contribution of the award (up to $460,000). Thank you for your consideration of this important LCI application.

Sincerely, /~ o/ 'm Irwin, Vice President Green Street Properties

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Proposed Ponce de Leon Avenue Long-Term Character (For illustrative purposes only)

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Proposed Northwest Atlanta BeltLine Intermodal Connection (For illustrative purposes only)

Existing condition photo showing the lack of access between the Atlanta BeltLine and Ponce de Leon Avenue

Future condition rendering showing improved, ADA-accessible pedestrian and bicycle access from between the Atlanta BeltLine and Ponce de Leon Avenue

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Proposed Southwest Atlanta BeltLine Intermodal Connection (Two potential ramping options are shown for illustrative purposes only)

Page 3 of 3 Atlanta BeltLine/Ponce City Market Plaza Addendum #1

Attachment 4 – FIGURE FOR QUESTION 7