HRTPO Board Meeting │ January 17, 2013 │ Agenda

ITEM #17: FOR YOUR INFORMATION

17A. TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: QUARTERLY SNAPSHOT The HRTPO staff monitors the status of all projects in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). On a quarterly basis, staff updates expenditure information on TIP projects and identifies CMAQ and RSTP projects for which progress appears to have stalled. The review is summarized in the attached Quarterly Snapshot, which may also be accessed via www.hrtpotip.org.

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17B. RECORD OF DECISION ISSUED FOR THE RICHMOND TO PASSENGER RAIL STUDY In a December 14, 2012 press release (attached), the Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) announced the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) had signed a Record of Decision (ROD) for the Richmond to Hampton Roads Passenger Rail Study, satisfying the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for a Tier I Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that considered alternatives for improving rail service between the Richmond and Hampton Roads regions.

The issuance of the ROD makes DRPT and FRA eligible to initiate the Tier II NEPA process, which will develop, evaluate, and recommend specific improvements within the corridor that are consistent with the ROD and will achieve the purpose and need of the Tier I level study.

To review the Tier I Final EIS, go to: http://rich2hrrail.info/pages/mp_reports.html#Tier.

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17C. GOVERNOR’S 2012 STATEWIDE CONFERENCE SUMMARY During Governor McDonnell’s annual transportation conference, the Governor addressed Virginia’s transportation challenges and announced a transportation funding package for the upcoming 2013 General Assembly session. Attached is a press release summarizing the steps underway to improve transportation infrastructure in the Commonwealth.

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17D. U.S. 460 COMPREHENSIVE AGREEMENT AND FINANCIAL CLOSE Governor McDonnell has announced the Commonwealth has reached a commercial and financial close with U.S. Route 460 Mobility Partners and the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia to finance, design, and build a new 55-mile section of U.S. Route 460. Attached is a press release detailing the key business terms and costs of the project.

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HRTPO Board Meeting │ January 17, 2013 │ Agenda

17E. INTERSTATE 564 INTERMODAL CONNECTOR MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT Governor McDonnell has announced that the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the U.S. Navy signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) which will allow work to begin on the I-564 Intermodal Connector on the grounds of . Attached is a press release providing details of the project.

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17F. HAMPTON ROADS BRIDGE-TUNNEL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT PUBLIC HEARINGS/PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold two public hearings in January 2013 to discuss alternative solutions for the I-64 Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT). As a key component of the study, VDOT, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). This document compares the potential environmental impacts of the four alternatives which have been retained for more detailed study. The Draft EIS is currently available for review and comment by the public and regulatory agencies – comments are due by February 13, 2013.

Schedule of Public Hearings

Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 4-7 p.m. Granby High School 7101 Granby Street Norfolk, VA (Snow date: January 30, 2013)

Thursday, January 24, 2013, 4-7 p.m. St. Mary Star of the Sea School 14 N. Willard Avenue Hampton, VA (Snow date: January 31, 2013)

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17G. HAMPTON ROADS 2034 LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN: MARKETING BROCHURE The HRTPO has developed a marketing brochure to highlight elements from the HRTPO Board approved Hampton Roads 2034 Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). This brochure will be used to disseminate information about the 2034 LRTP as well as to enhance public involvement.

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INVE$TING YOUR DOLLAR$ IN TRAN$PORTATION What is the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)?

The HRTPO TIP is a four-year program for the implementation of surface transportation projects in Hampton Roads. These projects include transit, highway, rail, bicycle, pedestrian, and freight-related projects. Before any federally-funded and/or regionally-significant project can be built in Hampton Roads, it must be approved by the HRTPO Board and included in the TIP. What is the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization? The Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization (HRTPO) is a federally mandated transporta- tion policy board comprised of representatives from local, state, and federal governments, transit agen- cies, and other stakeholders. Responsible for transportation planning and programming for the Hampton Roads area, one of the core functions of the HRTPO is the development and maintenance of the Transpor- tation Improvement Program (TIP). How is the TIP created? The TIP is developed by the HRTPO in cooperation with the Virginia Depart- ment of Transportation, the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Trans- portation, and local public transit agencies. In addition, the public is provided opportunities to review and comment at various stages during the development of the TIP. Once the TIP has been approved by the HRTPO Board, it is in- corporated into the statewide TIP, which is submitted to the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit Administration for approval. How are projects in the TIP funded? Projects in the TIP may be funded by federal, state, local or private funds, or any combination of such funds. Can the TIP be changed? Yes, changes are routinely made to the TIP by way of amendments or administrative modifications. The TIP may be amended in order to add, change, or delete projects. TIP amendments must be approved by the HRTPO Board. The TIP amendment process also includes opportunities for public review and com- ment. By signing up for the HRTPO E-Newsletter, you can ensure that you will be notified of opportunities to comment on TIP amendments. Proposed TIP amendments are also posted on HRTPO website under Public Notices. Administrative modifications involve minor changes to projects that do not involve Board approval or public review. Why is the TIP important to me? There is never enough funding available to make all of the transportation improvements desired, and since the vast majority of transportation funding comes from federal and state taxes, it is important that the public have a say in how and where transportation dollars are spent. The TIP provides that infor- mation for each project, including cost estimates, schedules, funding allocations, and expenditures. The TIP website (www.hrtpotip.org) also includes an interactive mapping tool that allows the user to access project information by location. Attachment

17-A Quarterly Snapshot #3: September-November 2012 Quick Stats Project Highlight: • $50 Million expended on 244 projects Capitol Landing Road Bicycle Improvements • 168 projects with Prelim- The Capitol Landing Road Bicycle inary Engineering (PE) Improvements project (UPC# expenditures 84484) will provide four-foot wide shoulder bike lanes on both sides of • 44 projects with Right- Capitol Landing Road between East of-Way (RW) expendi- Rochambeau Drive and the Queens tures Creek Bridge at the York County/ • 106 projects with Con- Williamsburg line, closing a gap struction (CN) expendi- between existing shoulder bike tures lanes. This will provide a continu- • 10 projects completed ous bicycle route linking the Col- • 15 CMAQ/RSTP projects lege of William and Mary, Colonial were flagged for having no Williamsburg, Bruton High School, expenditures in the past two and Waller Mill Park. The project quarters had its first construction phase expenditures during the past quarter. It is expected that closing the gap in the bikeway system in this area will greatly improve accessibility to park and athletic facilities, thereby reducing auto trips and related vehicular emissions. Expenditures Projects Completed This Quarter During the past quarter, over $50 • Jefferson AvenueWidening in Newport News (UPC# 13429) million dollars was spent on 241 • Western Freeway Interchange Construction at APM/Maersk Terminal in projects in Hampton Roads. A total Portsmouth (UPC# 70552) of more than $15 million was spent • Moore Avenue. RR Crossing Improvements in Suffolk (UPC# 89591) on the following projects: Middle • Pine Street RR Crossing Improvements in Suffolk (UPC# 89593) Ground Boulevard Extension • I-264 /Lynnhaven Interchange Improvements - ARRA in Virginia Beach (UPC# 11816); the widening of (UPC# 94544) Dominion Boulevard/Steel Bridge • North Main Street RR Crossing Improvements in Suffolk (UPC# 93027) (UPC# 56187); and the Route 460 • Volvo Parkway Signal Upgrades - ARRA in Chesapeake (UPC# 95427) Relocation PPTA project (UPC# • Johnstown Road Signal Upgrades at Hanbury Road in Chesapeake 84272). There were 11 other proj- (UPC# 95428) ects across the region with expendi- • Bainbridge Boulevard Signal Upgrades at Freeman Avenue in Chesapeake tures in excess of $1 million. (UPC# 95430) • Liberty Street Signal Upgrade at 22nd Street in Chesapeake (UPC #95431)

(PE) $10,551,361 Projects with No Expenditures HRTPO staff identified 15 projects with CMAQ and/or RSTP allocations through FY (CN) 2012 that had no expenditures since June 2012.Out of the 15 projects, 12 projects were (RW) $28,315,427 on the list last quarter, and HRTPO staff has worked with the localities to determine $11,301,305 which projects have been completed or cancelled, which ones are near completion, and which ones are still in progress.HRTPO staff will determine the status of the three other projects on the list, as well as work with the localities to close out the completed/ cancelled projects. For more information on the HRTPO TIP visit: www.hrtpotip.org. Attachment

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2012

Contact: Amanda Reidelbach (804) 786-7432 [email protected]

RECORD OF DECISION ISSUED FOR THE RICHMOND TO HAMPTON ROADS PASSENGER RAIL STUDY Marks Completion of the Tier I National Environmental Policy Act Process

WASHINGTON –The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has signed a Record of Decision (ROD) for the Richmond to Hampton Roads Passenger Rail Study, satisfying the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for a Tier I Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that considered alternatives for improving rail service between the Richmond and Hampton Roads regions.

The ROD records FRA’s decision to support the selected alternative identified by EIS proponent Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT), which recommends increased conventional speed service (maximum 79 mph) along the existing Virginia Peninsula intercity passenger rail route from Newport News to Richmond. The selected alternative also recommends new higher speed service (maximum 90 mph) on the Southside route from Norfolk to Richmond, generally following U.S. Route 460 south of the James River.

Thelma Drake, director of the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) said, “The Record of Decision is significant on many levels. It’s much more than a review of the environmental impact. This decision establishes the Southeast High Speed Rail Corridor route into Hampton Roads, at a time when the Commonwealth has initiated intercity passenger rail service to the region after a 35 year absence.”

In advance of the ROD, FRA and DRPT circulated the Final Tier I EIS for agency and public review on August 31, 2012. Comments received during the review period were addressed and summarized in the ROD. The Draft EIS, Final EIS and ROD are available at http://www.rich2hrrail.info.

With today’s announcement, DRPT and FRA are eligible to initiate the Tier II NEPA process, which will develop, evaluate and recommend specific improvements within the corridor that are consistent with the ROD and will achieve the purpose and need of the Tier I level study.

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17-B For Immediate Release Contact

December 5, 2012 Jeff Caldwell Press Secretary

(804) 786-2211

Governor McDonnell Addresses His Annual Statewide Transportation Conference: "Opportunities in Motion" – Governor Will Unveil Transportation Funding Proposal for 2013 General Assembly Session in Weeks Ahead –

Announces in Speech that Plan Will Eliminate Crossover Transfers by Generating at Least $500 million in Additional Annual Transportation Funding by 2019

FAIRFAX - Today at his annual transportation conference, Governor Bob McDonnell discussed the bipartisan progress being made in addressing Virginia's transportation challenges, while also announcing that he was working on a significant transportation funding package for the upcoming General Assembly session that will eliminate the need to transfer road construction funds to maintenance by 2019, and put at least $500 million a year in new transportation funding into roads, bridges, transit and passenger rail. The Governor will roll out his formal policy proposal in the weeks ahead.

Speaking at the conference, Governor McDonnell said, "It's a pleasure to be back in Tyson's Corner, where just a few short weeks ago we celebrated the opening of the 495 Express Lanes Project - completed early and under-budget. Driving around the state, you can now see hundreds of projects underway to get people and freight in Virginia moving again. Many of these projects are being funded by our 2011 Transportation Funding Package, which set the framework for investing $4 billion over a three year period at a time when Virginia is seeing near historically low interest rates and construction costs. It is the most new funding for transportation in Virginia since 1986 and it happened through Republicans and Democrats working together. But our work is not done.

"The challenges facing the Commonwealth's transportation system boil down to jobs. Our ability to attract and retain jobs depends on our ability to come together across party lines and regional boundaries to finally address our transportation funding needs. The 2011 Texas Transportation Institute ranked the Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia metropolitan area as the most congested area in terms of commuter delay in the U.S., and Hampton Roads isn't far behind. This congestion had an average cost per commuter of $1,495 and an overall regional impact of $3.8 billion. The purchasing power behind Virginia's motor fuels tax, the largest source of state transportation funding, has declined by 54% since 1986. On top of that decline, we have more vehicles traveling Virginia's roadways, and increasing CAFE standards and use of alternative fuel vehicles. Declining revenues and growing needs present an ever increasing threat to our ability to maintain our existing infrastructure, construct new roads, and expand our transportation options.

The time to address these challenges is now. We cannot wait any longer. That is why I will be submitting a comprehensive transportation funding package for consideration during the 2013 General Assembly Session. My goal for our funding package is to generate at least $500 million in revenues annually by 2019. The new transportation revenues will be dedicated to maintenance, and will eliminate the shortfall which is causing more and more funds meant for construction to be instead spent just maintaining our existing infrastructure. This additional revenue will free up funds for new construction, and will lead to additional funds for transit and passenger rail. Over the coming weeks, we will be announcing additional aspects and specifics of this package. The time to address our transportation funding challenges is now. We cannot continue kicking the can down the road."

Speaking at the conference, Governor McDonnell highlighted numerous positive steps underway to improve transportation infrastructure in the Commonwealth. Among the items he noted were:

As of August 2012, $14 billion worth of projects are now under construction, or in procurement throughout all parts of the Commonwealth, including:

 Dulles Metrorail - $5.7 billion  The Downtown/Midtown Tunnel/MLK Extension - $2.1 billion  The Route 460 Corridor Improvements Project - $1.7 billion  Truck climbing lanes on I-81  The reconstruction of 11 bridges over I-95 in Richmond

Construction is underway on the 95 Express Lanes Project

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Next week, for the first time in 35 years, there will be Amtrak passenger rail service to Norfolk

 This new service will provide a new seamless connection for the Hampton Roads community to Richmond, D.C. and beyond into the northeast rail corridor

Reforms have been made to offset the costs of operating and maintaining Rest Area facilities

 The Sponsorship, Advertising, Vending Enhancement (SAVE) program, a cost-saving program designed to generate additional revenues to help defray the cost of operating the Commonwealth's 43 Safety Rest Areas and Welcome Centers  This program, combined with the "Safe Phone Zone" program sponsored by Geico, announced earlier this year, will generate a minimum of $2 million per year to help fund these facilities

Four separate audits of Virginia's transportation agencies and programs have been conducted

 The most significant of these audits - the Comprehensive VDOT Performance Audit - identified more than $1.4 billion in transportation funds that have since been invested in projects and made over 50 recommendations for streamlining VDOT operations  Another audit focused on improving the relationship between VDOT and the regional MPOs by streamlining and strengthening VDOT's planning and programming activities to give MPOs a more active role.  A third audit lead to steps to better utilize and implement the tremendous research conducted at the Virginia Center for Transportation Innovation and Research. o Much of this research is focused on improving materials and processes to create new efficiencies and reduce costs.  The last audit examined the Commonwealth's PPTA program in an effort to streamline the process and ensure a programmatic approach. o As a result of the PPTA audit, Virginia created the Office of Transportation Public-Private Partnerships (OTP3) and issued a revised PPTA Implementation Manual and Guidelines o These changes and a new programmatic approach to PPTAs lead OTP3 earlier this year to issue a list of candidate and conceptual PPTA proposals o This list begins the process of identifying and planning for the future of Virginia's PPTA program

The formation of a work group chaired by Delegate Jimmie Massie, comprised of business leaders, legislators, and stakeholders

 To identify improvements to the process to ensure transparency and public involvement  To make recommendations throughout the General Assembly Session and spring

Steps taken by VDOT to improve technology to save time and money by unveiling the next generation of 511 and implementing electronic messaging signs that provide real-time traffic information

 The improvements to 511 have led to a 60 percent increase in use of the system

Reform begun at MWAA and getting Phase II of the Dulles Rail Project back on track

 Over the course of the past year we have o Reduced the estimated project costs from $3.8 billion to $2.7 billion o Eliminated costly scoring preferences for contractors utilizing PLAs from the procurement documents o Loudoun County decided to join Fairfax in sharing funding responsibility for the project o MWAA has revised its travel policies and terminated contracts with former board members o D.C. approved amendments to its enabling statutes allowing the new appointees secured by Congressman Wolf to be seated o As a result of D.C.'s actions, earlier this fall, the governor announced the appointment of three new Virginia members to the MWAA Board of Directors

Steps taken last session to incentivize job creation and economic development through the Virginia Commercial Space Flight Authority

 Last session, the governor signed into law legislation that reconstituted the Board of Directors, amended the Authority's powers and duties, and provided it with the necessary resources to grow Attachment

17-C  As of 2009, the aerospace industry had an economic impact of $7.6 billion and supported over 28,000 jobs in Virginia

The Port of Virginia

 Last session we created the Port of Virginia Economic and Infrastructure Development Zone, which provides grants ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 for companies that come to or expand in Virginia to utilize our port.  We also created the Port Opportunity Fund to enhance the Virginia Port Authority's marketing efforts and help provide incentives to shippers utilizing our port.  Earlier this year, the Department of Aviation issued revised regulations regarding airport licensing o Designed to reduce the burdens on airports and make it easier to comply with licensing requirements  The Commonwealth, in conjunction with the VPA Board of Commissioners, is currently reviewing detailed proposals submitted by APM Terminals and RREEF Infrastructure to take over operations at the Port of Virginia. o We are also reviewing a business plan from the current operator - Virginia International Terminals  Both bidders and VIT's business plan will undergo a detailed review to ensure that any decision on how to proceed is in the best interest of not only the Port of Virginia, but the Commonwealth at-large  The governor's sole goal from this process - regardless of the outcome - is to ensure that our port has the most appropriate operating model and is operating cost effectively and efficiently so that the Port of Virginia can take advantage of its infrastructure and natural assets to grow the Virginia economy and create jobs

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17-C For Immediate Release Contact December 20, 2012 Jeff Caldwell Tamara Rollison Press Secretary Virginia Department of Transportation

(804) 786-2211 (804) 786-2715

Governor McDonnell Announces That Commonwealth Signs Comprehensive Agreement and Reaches Financial Close to Build the New Route 460 in Southeast Virginia – Project to greatly improve transportation, create thousands of jobs and have a multi-billion dollar economic impact – RICHMOND - Governor Bob McDonnell announced today that the Commonwealth has reached a commercial and financial close with US 460 Mobility Partners (a partnership of Ferrovial Agroman, S.A. and American Infrastructure) and the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia to finance, design and build a new 55-mile section of U.S. Route 460 in southeastern Virginia. Project development begins immediately for the new $1.4 billion roadway, which has been a top transportation priority locally, regionally and statewide for nearly a decade. The project was developed to address roadway deficiencies, improve safety, accommodate increasing freight shipments and reduce travel delays among many other needs.

"As recognized by local officials and the General Assembly years ago, there is a clear and critical need for the new U.S. 460," said Governor McDonnell. "In 2000, the Virginia Transportation Act designated U.S. 460 as a high priority in southeastern Virginia. In 2003, the General Assembly passed a law requiring the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to build a new stretch of U.S. 460 under the Public-Private Transportation Act of 1995. Legislative leaders supported the project because it would improve safety for motorists and connectivity for freight and military traffic among other benefits. Today, the Commonwealth is finally delivering on that need and building a project that will not only make transportation better for the southeastern region and the state, it will also generate jobs and economic development opportunities, bringing extensive long-term benefits in so many ways."

The key benefits of the new U.S. 460 include:  Safety - Improve travel safety and efficiency along the corridor, including expanding westbound hurricane- evacuation routes  Jobs - Generate approximately 4,000 jobs during construction and 14,000 jobs over the long-term, according to Chmura Economics  Economic development - Attract new business opportunities, boost tourism and accommodate greater freight traffic from the growth in demand at the Port of Virginia  Connectivity - Enhance connectivity among the region's military installations  Choice and time savings - Provide a reliable alternative to I-64 between Richmond and Norfolk, saving 20 minutes compared to taking the existing U.S. 460  Economic impact - Chmura Economics estimates that the new highway will have an annual economic impact of $7.3 billion by 2020

The new U.S. 460 will be a four-lane divided highway from Prince George County to Suffolk. The toll road will be parallel to the existing U.S. 460. The existing Route 460 will remain a free alternative. Secretary of Transportation Sean T. Connaughton explained, "The Commonwealth has worked extensively with localities, the region and the public to complete environmental work, establish a corridor and then go through a lengthy evaluation process to select a private-sector partner and develop a financial plan to design and build the new highway. Today marks a major milestone with a signed contract to begin work on a transportation project that will increase safety and provide a critical link to jobs, commerce and the military."

VDOT, in coordination with the Office of Transportation Public-Private Partnerships, procured the project under Virginia's Public-Private Transportation Act, which allows the Commonwealth to partner with the private sector to finance, design and build transportation improvements. The comprehensive agreement was signed today between VDOT Commissioner Greg Whirley, US 460 Mobility Partners and the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia. Financial close was also reached, which releases funding to launch project work. Bonds issued by the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia to finance the project were oversubscribed, meaning there was demand for more bonds than were available. The bonds were also sold at a lower than planned interest rate, which benefits the Commonwealth.

"VDOT will work with the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia to lead this project and oversee the work performed by US 460 Mobility Partners during construction," said VDOT Commissioner Whirley. "The private-sector team will design and build the project at a fixed cost by a fixed date and will take significant risks associated with delivering the project. The Commonwealth will continue to involve the community and public, seeking their input and addressing their concerns throughout project development and construction."

Attachment 17-D "We are proud to have worked with the Commonwealth, a visionary state, and regional officials to achieve financial close on the new U.S. 460 project," said Ignacio Vivancos, president of Ferrovial Agroman US, which leads the US 460 Mobility Partners. "Achieving financial close allows us to get down to the real business of delivering this important project to the citizens of Virginia."

William Fralin who chairs the Virginia Port Authority (VPA) Board of Commissioners added, "The VPA is investing in the new U.S. 460 project because it will be an economic engine for the Commonwealth over the long-term, creating opportunities for distribution centers and light manufacturing that will drive cargo through the Port of Virginia. This creates jobs and grows our economy."

"The new U.S. 460 will bring greatly needed job and business benefits to the citizens and residents I represent along the corridor," said Delegate Rick Morris, R-Carrollton. "I support this project because it is an investment in the future of southeastern Virginia. This project comes at a perfect time as the Commonwealth looks for ways to assist the smaller communities to take advantage of economic opportunities."

"The new U.S. 460 will support economic development and private industry development at a time when many in our community are unemployed and under-employed," said Al Casteen, chairman of the Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors. "The jobs generated during construction and long term will be sought after by both local business and jobseekers. Without a doubt, the new U.S. 460 will bring economic prosperity that will benefit the region and the state well into the future."

Suffolk Mayor Linda T. Johnson said, "The City of Suffolk was recently named one of America's best places to live for job growth. The benefits that the new U.S. 460 will bring including job opportunities and economic development will further enhance this mark of distinction. I welcome this project to our community."

Key business terms and costs:  VDOT will oversee the work performed by US 460 Mobility Partners during construction, and operate and maintain the facility after the construction is completed. VDOT will retain ownership and all potential excess revenues of the project as well as set the initial toll rates.  US 460 Mobility Partners will design and build the project.  The Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia is a non-profit corporation that has sold tax-exempt bonds to finance part of the project. The debt will be non-recourse to VDOT, the Commonwealth and US 460 Mobility Partners. The funding corporation will collect the tolls, adjust the toll rates and manage the toll collection system over the course of 40 years.  The project cost is $1.396 billion including design, construction and toll collection set-up.

Funding sources are as follows:  Public funding from VDOT - $903 million, which is lower than originally forecasted due to reduced interest rates in the bond market. A lower amount is anticipated should the Commonwealth secure a low-interest federal loan from the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program.  Public funding from the Virginia Port Authority - $250 million, a lower amount is possible if a TIFIA loan is secured.  Private sector tax-exempt bonds sold this month by the Route 460 Funding Corporation of Virginia - $243 million (net amount).

Project highlights:  The new U.S. 460 will be a 55-mile four-lane divided, limited-access highway from Suffolk to Prince George County. It will parallel the existing U.S. 460.  There will be seven interchanges at routes 156, 625, 602, 40, 620, 616 and 258.  Design and right of way work is expected to begin in 2013, which will include public meetings. Construction is anticipated to start in 2014.  When the road opens in 2018, tolls will begin at approximately 7 cents per mile ($0.067) for cars and 21 cents per mile ($0.213) for trucks. This equates to $3.69 for cars and $11.72 for trucks for the entire 55 miles.  Tolls will be collected electronically using E-ZPass and license plate video tolling. There will be no manual toll collection.  The existing U.S. 460 will have no tolls and remain a free alternative. # # #

Attachment 17-D For Immediate Release Contact

December 27, 2012 Paul Logan Tamara Rollison Deputy Press Secretary Virginia Department of Transportation Office of the Governor (804) 786-2715 (804) 225-4262

Governor McDonnell Announces VDOT, Navy Agree to Build I-564 Intermodal Connector – Project will improve traffic flow to Naval Station Norfolk, Port of Virginia –

RICHMOND - Governor Bob McDonnell announced today that the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the U.S. Navy signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) that will allow work to begin on the Interstate 564 intermodal connector on the grounds of Naval Station Norfolk.

The project will connect the existing I-564 through the Navy base and to the Norfolk International Terminals, part of the Port of Virginia. The new road, to terminate near Hampton Boulevard (Route 337), will provide a safer high-speed highway that should decrease congestion, redirect heavy truck traffic from area streets and provide improved access to the base.

"The Port of Virginia and the presence of the Navy and other military installations combine to make this part of the state an economic powerhouse for the commonwealth," Governor McDonnell said. "Extending this route between and the port and through the Norfolk Naval Station is one more step my administration is taking to streamline the transportation network into and around the Hampton Roads region. We also signed papers with the consortium selected to work in partnership with VDOT to build the new limited-access U.S. 460 between Prince George County and Suffolk, which will offer a safer and quicker alternative to the existing U.S. 460 as well as to I-64 into and out of Hampton Roads and the port."

Estimated cost of the I-564 extension project is $169 million. VDOT already has conducted preliminary engineering, environmental work, right-of-way acquisition, utility design and relocation and other activities on the design-build project. VDOT also held a public information meeting on the project in Norfolk on Dec. 11.

Secretary of Transportation Sean T. Connaughton said, "Extending and realigning I-564 will provide the starting point for a future crossing under the Elizabeth River to . The commonwealth and VDOT worked extensively with the Navy, the city of Norfolk and the Virginia Port Authority so that this partnership and the resulting transportation improvements will benefit all parties involved. A smooth-flowing transportation network is of utmost importance to the security and economy of this region and the nation."

"This transportation project helps increase the efficiency at our Norfolk International Terminal and is a tremendous benefit for the Port of Virginia and the commonwealth as a whole," said William Fralin with the Virginia Port Authority. "We appreciate the efforts of the governor, the secretary of transportation, and VDOT and look forward to continuing to work together to see this project to completion."

The I-564 intermodal connector will have four lanes with a grass median and will include new bridges and overpasses, exit and entrance ramps, stormwater management areas and other related infrastructure. It will provide separate traffic queues for vehicles entering the naval station and the Norfolk International Terminals. Finally, the connector's terminus will provide access to Second Street within Naval Station Norfolk, including replacement of Gate 6, access to the northern side of the Norfolk International Terminals and eastbound reentry to I-564 from both access points.

The I-564 intermodal connector is part of the larger Navy Triangle Area Improvements in this section of Hampton Roads. Previous Department of Defense legislation requires VDOT to construct the Air Terminal Interchange for the air field adjacent to the Navy base as a consideration to providing the requisite easement for the connector. Ongoing improvements on Hampton Boulevard also will reduce street congestion and improve safety at the entrance to the port once the at-grade rail crossing is removed at the intersection of Terminal Boulevard.

"VDOT plans to advertise for the I-564 connector within the first three months of 2013, so with the signing of the MOA, we are on a fast track to getting a contractor on board to design and build this project," said Greg Whirley, VDOT commissioner. "However, we will continue to involve the community as we and the contractor design this important project and to ensure that it has the proper linkages with all the other transportation improvements occurring in the Navy Triangle."

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17-E RELEASE: IMMEDIATE CO-1263

CONTACT: Tamara Rollison 804-786-2715 Dec. 21, 2012 [email protected]

VDOT to Hold Public Hearings for the I-64 Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel Environmental Impact Statement

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will hold two public hearings in Jan. 2013, to discuss alternative solutions for the I-64 Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT). As a key component of the study, VDOT, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). This document compares the potential environmental impacts of the four alternatives which have been retained for more detailed study. The Draft EIS is currently available for review and comment by the public and regulatory agencies. The HRBT tunnel corridor covers approximately 11 miles of I-64 between I-664 in Hampton and I-564 in Norfolk.

Public Hearings Schedule Wednesday, January 23, 2013, 4-7 p.m. Granby High School 7101 Granby Street Norfolk, VA Snow date: January 30, 2013

Thursday, January 24, 2013, 4-7 p.m. St. Mary Star of the Sea School 14 N. Willard Avenue Hampton, VA Snow date: January 31, 2013

The purpose of the hearings is to offer citizens an opportunity to review the alternatives and to provide input to VDOT. The transportation needs identified in this study are 1) insufficient capacity to accommodate travel demand and 2) deficiencies of the existing roadway, tunnels and bridges. The study has followed the National Environmental Policy Act process for developing the EIS. Examples of the environmental resources that were evaluated along the HRBT corridor include residential and business properties, parks, historic properties, wetlands, wildlife habitat, and economic considerations.

Public input is an important part of this study. VDOT encourages all interested citizens to attend one of the public hearings. In order to provide more flexibility for public participation, there will be no formal presentations. Instead, citizens will be able to review maps, drawings, and other materials that explain the alternatives and discuss the study with VDOT representatives at their convenience anytime between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. A full copy of the Draft EIS can be found on the study website. Copies of the document also will be available at several regional locations listed below beginning December 21, 2012.

Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library 111 W. Ocean View Ave., Norfolk, VA 23503 Phoebus Branch Library 1 South Mallory Street, Hampton, VA 23663 VDOT Hampton Roads District Office 1700 North Main St., Suffolk, VA 23434 Williamsburg Residency 4451 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188 VDOT Interstate Management Office 1992 South , Chesapeake, VA 23320

Citizens will have an opportunity to provide their verbal or written comments at the public hearing or submit them in one of the following ways:

Online: Electronic comment form at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/I64HRBTEIS Email: [email protected] Mail: Tom Heil, Team Project Manager at 2901 S. Lynnhaven Road, Suite 300, Virginia Beach, VA 23452 Website: http://www.vdot.virginia.gov/projects/hamptonroads/i-64_hrbt_study.asp

All comments are due by February 13, 2013.

VDOT anticipates the study to conclude in summer 2014, with a Record of Decision that selects the best alternative. If a build alternative is selected and funding is available, the study may advance to more detailed stages. These additional stages include design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction. The process to reach construction may take several years, depending on funding availability.

Information in VDOT news releases was accurate at the time the release was published. For the most current information about projects or programs, please visit the project or program Web pages. You may find those by searching by keyword in the search Virginia DOT box above.

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