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Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (SCTPO) GOVERNING BOARD MEETING Andrea Young, SCTPO Chair, Presiding DATE: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 Wireless Access Available TIME: 2:00 p.m. Network Name: Guestwireless LOCATION: Center for Collaboration Password: GuestWifi 1100 Rockledge Blvd., Rockledge, FL 32955 Agenda 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance 2. Establish Physical Quorum – Approval to Allow Virtual Members to Participate, if needed 3. Public Comment (non-agenda items only) Previously received written and verbal comments will be read aloud for the record. Any attendee may submit a comment via the webinar question/chat box, which will be read aloud. Those attending webinar that are registered may also request to speak by ‘raising hand’ or submitting a request via question/chat box. When called upon by the Chair, staff will unmute and then you may make comments. Anyone who submitted a comment prior to the meeting on an agenda item, the comment will be read aloud for the record when that agenda item is discussed. Comments are limited to three minutes. 4. 2020 Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Advisory Committee Awards / Governing Board Recognition Awards (page 4) 5. Reports A. Executive Director’s Report (page 13) B. Technical Advisory Committee / Citizens Advisory Committee (TAC/CAC) Report (page 33) C. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Report (page 53) 6. Consent Agenda (The entire Consent Agenda will be passed in one motion and read aloud for the record) A. Approval RE: SCTPO Governing Board Minutes – February 11, 2021 (page 57) B. Approval RE: Committee Appointments (page 69) C. Approval RE: Work Order 21-04T, North Brevard Wayfinding and Amenities Master Plan Scope of Services (page 71) D. Acceptance RE: FY Ending September 30, 2020 Audit (page 81) E. Approval RE: Resolutions 21-16, 21-17, and 21-18 Member Recognition Awards (page 88) 7. Actions A. Approval RE: Resolution 21-15, FY 21-25 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendment (page 92) 8. Presentations A. Minton Road Feasibility Study (page 99) B. St. Johns Heritage Parkway: Babcock to Malabar Alternative Corridors Study Update (page 107) C. SR 520 Cocoa Beach Causeway (page 113) 9. Adjourn UPCOMING MEETINGS: BPTAC: March 29, 2021 5:30 p.m., Center for Collaboration 1100 Rockledge Blvd., Rockledge, FL 32955 TAC: May 10, 2021 9:30 a.m., Center for Collaboration 1100 Rockledge Blvd., Rockledge, FL 32955 CAC: May 10, 2021 1:30 p.m., Center for Collaboration 1100 Rockledge Blvd., Rockledge, FL 32955 GOVERNING BOARD: May 13, 2021, 2:00 p.m., Center for Collaboration 1100 Rockledge Blvd., Rockledge, FL 32955 Public Comment: Comments will be heard on items that do not appear on the agenda of this meeting. Public comments are solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Note, however, that state law and administrative rules prevent the TPO from taking any formal action on any item discussed at this time. The TPO may schedule such items as regular agenda items and act upon them in the future. The Chair is authorized to limit discussion, as necessary, with each commentary limited to 3 minutes. Appeal: Any person who desires or decides to appeal any decision made by this agency with respect to any matter considered at this meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings. For such purpose, such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, at his own expense, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Any questions about this meeting should be directed to Lisa Hickman, (321) 690-6890 or e-mail: [email protected] Accessibility: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to participate in this proceeding or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact the Space Coast TPO Office no later than 48 hours prior to the meeting at (321) 690-6890 for assistance. The SCTPO is actively working to increase the accessibility of our meeting materials and in doing so, adhere to many of the available standards and guidelines, when applicable. Should you encounter any inaccessible material, please contact Abby Hemenway, Public Involvement Officer and Title VI Coordinator, (321) 690-6890 or e-mail: [email protected] Live Broadcast: The TPO meeting will be broadcast live on Space Coast Government Television on Spectrum Networks cable channel 499, comcast (North Brevard) Channel 51, Comcast (South Brevard) Channel 26. SCGTV will also replay the meeting during the coming month. Check the SCGTV website for daily program updates, (http://www.scgtv.org). *** PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES *** Space Coast TPO 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building B, Room 105 Viera, FL 32940 Phone: 321-690-6890 http://spacecoasttpo.com/ Space Coast TPO Governing Board Virtual and In-Person Participation for the Public Wednesday, March 10, 2021 2:00 P.M. This meeting is being made available both at a physical location and virtually via GoToWebinar platform for members of the public. Accessibility is as follows: For the Public Computer: Visit link to register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9015643917074541070 Smartphone (Download GoToWebinar App) Enter Webinar ID: 690-327-179 Telephone (Will be in listen mode only, cannot make comments): Call 1-631-992-3221 and use audio access code: 119-940-997 Appear in person: Center for Collaboration, 1100 Rockledge Blvd., Rockledge, FL 32955. In-person access may be limited to comply with CDC distancing recommendations. Watch Live: Spectrum cable channel 499, Comcast (North Brevard) Channel 51, Comcast (South Brevard) Channel 26 (http://www.scgtv.org). A complete listing of the public comment process and how to attend in person or virtually is provided on the SCTPO website: www.sctpo.com SCTPO Governing Board-March 10, 2020 Page #1 ITEM NUMBER 2 Establish Physical Quorum For further information, please contact: Strategic Plan Emphasis Area: [email protected] Leadership DISCUSSION: In accordance with state law, the SCTPO Governing Board meeting must be held in a public forum at a physical location. Board members who have extenuating circumstances may attend the meeting virtually and participate, only if a physical quorum has been established and those attending the meeting in person approve of the participation by virtual members. SCTPO staff will establish if a physical quorum is present. The quorum requirement for the TPO Governing Board is 10 members. If a quorum is established, and if there are members attending virtually, a motion will be requested to allow those members to participate. REQUESTED ACTION: Approval by members physically present to allow those attending virtually to participate and vote on agenda items. ATTACHMENTS • None SCTPO Governing Board-March 10, 2020 Page #2 ITEM NUMBER 4 2020 Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Advisory Committee Awards / Governing Board Recognition Awards For further information, please Strategic Plan Emphasis Area: contact: [email protected] Safety DISCUSSION: Annually, the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Advisory Committee recognizes individuals and/or groups within the community that have gone above and beyond in their field of expertise, encouraging and promoting bicycle/pedestrian programs. Space Coast TPO staff will present awards in the following categories: • Engineering • Encouragement • Enforcement • Education • Community Partner • Get on the Trail The SCTPO has established a Board and Committee Recognition Program to recognize member’s service. Members who obtained a perfect attendance in calendar year 2020 will be recognized with a thank you letter and certificate. REQUESTED ACTION: As desired by the Space Coast TPO Governing Board ATTACHMENTS • Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Advisory Committee Award Nominations for 2020, Attachment A • 2020 SCTPO Governing Board and Committee Service Recognition Awards, Attachment B SCTPO Governing Board-March 10, 2020 Page #3 BPTAC Award Nominations for 2020 Encouragement: Alan Woolwich- Brevard County Housing and Human Services In his capacity with Housing and Human Services, Alan has worked on many Space Coast TPO projects that address improving infrastructure and safety for bicyclists and pedestrians. Those projects include the Long Range Transportation Plan, the Bicycle Pedestrian Master Plan, where he served on the technical committees and most recently, the Vision Zero Action Plan Task Force. Alan has also served many years on the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails, Advisory Committee. There is a renewed focus on equity in transportation planning making Alan’s voice vital as he advocates for Brevard’s most underserved and historically most underrepresented populations. Award notification letters: Alan Woolwich cc: Linda Graham cc: Ian Golden Alan Woolwich- Community Planner Brevard County Housing and Human Services [email protected] Linda Graham-Assistant Director Brevard County Housing and Human Services- (Direct Supervisor) [email protected] Ian Golden- Department Director Brevard County Housing and Human Services [email protected] 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera, FL 32940 321-633-2007 Karen Reese- Brevard County Schools Transportation Last year, Ms. Reese was a dedicated member of the School Routes Analysis Technical Committee and attended every meeting and field review without fail. Her knowledge