MEETING OF WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2018 AT 5:30 PM CTAC Citizens’ Transportation Advisory Committee CITIZENS TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE of the Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization STEPHEN P. CLARK CENTER
Chairperson 111 NW FIRST STREET Alan B. Fishman MIAMI, FLORIDA 33128 18TH FLOOR, CONFERENCE ROOM 4 (18-4) Vice Chairperson Dr. Claudius A. Carnegie AGENDA
I. CALL TO ORDER Members Maria Cecilia Chael Susana Guasch II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Jasmine Johnson Jody Jones Marlon Kelly, Sr. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – Meeting of October 10, 2018 Anson Jean Pierre Antonio Reyes Lee Swerdlin IV. PUBLIC COMMENT - 3 Minutes Each Speaker Naomi L. Wright Daniel Yglesias V. MEMBERSHIP UPDATE
VI. FY 2020 - 2024 FLORIDA’S TURNPIKE ENTERPRISE (FTE) TENTATIVE WORK PROGRAM – Victoria Williams, FTE TPO Liaison
VII. FY 2020 - 2024 FDOT DISTRICT VI TENTATIVE WORK PROGRAM - Antonette P. Adams, FDOT, VI Program Management
Administrator CTAC Coordinator Paul Chance Miami-Dade TPO VIII. SR 9/SR 817/NW 27TH AVENUE RAPID TRANSIT NORTH 111 NW First St. #920 CORRIDOR PD&E STUDY- Joan Shen, FDOT IV Project Manager Miami, Florida 33128 (305) 375-1888 [email protected] IX. PUBLIC COMMENT - 3 Minutes Each Speaker
#MiamiSMARTPlan Mobility Today & Tomorrow X. CHAIR’S REPORT/NEW BUSINESS www.miamidadetpo.org
XI. ADJOURNMENT
Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge), should contact the MPO at (305) 375-4507 at least seven days prior to the meeting.
MIAMI-DADE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION (TPO)
CITIZENS’ TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CTAC)
PORT MIAMI TUNNEL OPERATIONS FACILITY BUILDING 1235 PORT BOULEVARD MIAMI, FL 33132
SUMMARY OF MINUTES
MEETING OF WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2018 5:30 PM
CTAC ATTENDANCE: Alan Fishman, Chair Marlon Kelly, Sr. Dr. Claudius Carnegie, Vice-Chair Antonio Reyes Maria Chael Lee Swerdlin Susana Guasch Naomi L. Wright Jasmine Johnson
OTHERS PRESENT: Paul Chance, CTAC Coordinator Wendy Conforme, MAT Steve Hamilton, Citizen Hans Alce, Ferrovial Services Jody Jones, Citizen Patrice Gillespie, Miami DDA Auraliz Benitez, FDOT Oscar Gonzalez, MRG Mark Croft, FDOT Veronica Paredes, Stantec Maria I. Perdomo, FDOT Gabriel Perez, Stantec Regina Serrano, Miami-Dade TPO
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I. CALL TO ORDER
Paul Chance, CTAC Coordinator, advised Alan B. Fishman, CTAC Chair, there was a quorum present. Mr. Fishman then recognized quorum, and welcomed everyone to the meeting. • The Chair informed the committee the passing of former CTAC member Daniel Files- Amie. • He also, informed the committee of CTAC member Hudson Gaulman, Jr. who passed away on October 14th 2018, he was 84 years old. He was appointed by TPO Board Member Audrey Edmonson on May, 27, 2004, and has served on CTAC for 14 years. The Chair requested a moment of silence in their honor. • The Chair requested for Paul Chance, CTAC Coordinator to attend Mr. Gaulman’s Home Going Celebration on behalf of CTAC to present a resolution in his honor.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Dr. Claudius Carnegie made a motion to approve the agenda, which was seconded by Lee Swerdlin. Upon being put to a vote, the motion passed unanimously.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Dr. Claudius Carnegie made a motion to approve the June 27, 2018 minutes, which was seconded by Naomi Wright. Upon being put to a vote, the motion passed unanimously.
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
None
V. PORT MIAMI TUNNEL: YEAR IN REVIEW Wendy Conforme, Miami Tunnel (MAT) Operations Manager gave an overview of the Port Miami Tunnel to the members. The following are key points of the presentation:
• Tunnel Facility Personnel • Performance Summary since 2015 • Connecting Watson Island and Dodge Island • Project Limits Dodge • PortMiami Tunnel Traffic Volume Project to Date • PortMiami Tunnel Monthly Total Traffic • Incident Response • Most Common Incident Responses • Control Room Operation • Safety • Tunnel Portal • Flood Gates • Deluge Testing • Deluge System Cabinet Control • Jet Fans
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• Over Height Vehicle Detection Signage (OHVD) • Car Fire • Crisis Simulation April 24, 2018 • Crisis Simulation Timeline
(The presentation can be heard in its entirety upon request)
After the overview, members and staff conducted a question and answer period as follows:
• In case of an emergency, how is the sprinkler system controlled in the tunnel? Marlon Kelly, Sr. o The tunnel operators have access and can control the entire facility.
• How long does the agency archive surveillance video from the tunnel? Marlon Kelly, Sr. o The Port Miami Tunnel keeps the video up to 6 months. FDOT processes any public request after 6 months.
• On what day was the video capture of the woman with her car on fire? Marlon Kelly, Sr. o The incident occurred Tuesday around 9 am. MAT was able to respond within an hour to contain the fire and reopened the tunnel.
• Are there fire extinguisher available in the tunnel? Marlon Kelly, Sr. o Yes, there are fire extinguishers available in the tunnel along with emergencies phones.
• What type of water is used for the sprinkler system? Alan Fishman o Portable water, which is not use often. o Mr. Fishman suggested that they consider using fresh water.
• Are license tag readers installed at the end of the tunnel? Susana Guasch o No, the State of Florida denied MAT request for tag readers.
• Is the tunnel open 24 hours a day? Antonio Reyes o Yes, the Port Miami Tunnel is open 24 hours a day and only close for maintenance once a month.
• If there was a terrorist attack at this facility, would the other office be advised? Naomi L. Wright o Yes, the other facility will be notified. The Port of Miami Tunnel has a security system to address terrorist threats.
• What is the optimum temperature in the tunnel before the fans turn on? Naomi L. Wright o The fans operate based on air quality not it is not based on temperature.
• Are trolleys and buses able to use the tunnel? Is there enough clearance for these type of vehicles? Maria Chael
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o No, bus and trolleys do not use the tunnel, they would use the bridge for safety measures. The reason being that trolleys have no windows and the tour buses have open tops which would present a liability.
• Is there any practical reason for the flat façade design? Maria Chael o The practical function for those portals are for the 55 ton steel gates that are used to prevent flooding during a storm surge.
• Are there any solar light initiatives in the works? Jasmine Johnson o The MAT researched the solar light possibilities but however the actual layout available of the tunnel does not lend itself to provide electricity to the entire tunnel.
• What is the tunnel’s electrical expense? Jasmine Johnson o It is around $35,000 to $40,000 a month.
• With an increase of 20% in traffic volume a year, are there any other development to handle traffic? Jasmine Johnson o Not at that this time. The projection are far off from reaching capacity.
• How long were the 55 ton flood gates designed to last? o The design life for the tunnel is 150 years.
• Has there been any tidal issues due to a full moon? Alan Fishman o No, the tunnel does not have full moon issue as does Miami Beach.
• What is the actual volume verses projected volume? Alan Fishman o Traffic load is not there yet, the projection traffic volume capacity is expected in 2050 plus.
• Now that the tunnel has taken away truck traffic from the local streets, and that includes the trains. What impact is it having on the local traffic? Claudius Carnegie o FDOT does not have the answer for you at this time. Patrice Gillespie with Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA) indicated that she would inquire on that and get back to the committee.
VI. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) I-395/SR 836/I-95 DESIGN-BUILD PROJECT
Maria Perdomo, FDOT District 6 Project Manager, gave an overview of the I-395/ SR 836/I- 95 Design-Build Project. The following are key points of the presentation:
• Project Information: o Partnership between the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the Miami-Dade Expressway Authority (MDX) o Construction Cost: $802 million . FDOT: $616 million . MDX: $186 million
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o Contract Time: Four Years o Project Map • Consists of three major projects to be constructed concurrently to minimize impacts to the public: o I-395 from I-95 to MacArthur Causeway Bridge SR 836 from West of NW 17 Ave to Midtown Interchange o th th o I-95 Pavement Reconstruction from NW 8 Street to NW 29 Street • SR 836 Enhancements/Double-Decking • Midtown Interchange Enhancements • I-395 Enhancements: o I-395 Mainline o Signature Bridge • I-395 Enhancements/Signature Bridge • I-395 Enhancements/Proposed Feature Under I-395 • Midtown Interchange Core • NW 3rd Avenue To NW 1st Avenue: Zone 1 • NW 1st Avenue To NE 1st Avenue: Zone 2 • NE 1st Avenue To Biscayne Boulevard: Zone 3 • I-395 Enhancements/Proposed Features Under I-395 • I-395 Enhancements/Local Roads: nd o Re-connect NW 2 Avenue in Overtown o Improvements to all other cross streets (resurfacing/new striping) o American with Disabilities Act (ADA) enhancements o Move I-395 on/off ramps to North Miami Avenue to enhance the flow of traffic and pedestrian safety • I-95 Enhancements: th th o Limits: NW 8 Street to NW 29 Street Pavement replacement will enhance ride ability o th th o Extension of auxiliary lane from NW 17 Street to NW 29 Street will improve the flow of traffic on the widened eastbound SR 836 and westbound I-395 ramps to northbound I-95 o New connector ramp from southbound I-95 to westbound SR 836 will enhance the flow of traffic and reduce weaving movements • Construction Milestones: Improve operations on NB I-95 by extending auxiliary lane o nd o Open 2 Lane EB to NB on I-95 o Open WB Signature Bridge on I-395 o Open Double-Decked Bridge on SR 836 o Open EB Signature Bridge on I-395 o Open Communal Areas Under I-395/Complete Project • Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)/Hours: o I-395 Specific . Mainline Nightly Closures . 10 pm to 5:30 am Sunday thru Thursday . 1 am to 7:00 am Saturday and Sunday o SR 836 Specific . Mainline Nightly Closures
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. 8 pm to 5:30 am Sunday thru Thursday . 8:30 pm to 9 am Friday . 8:30 pm to 11 am Saturday o I-95 Specific . Mainline Nightly Closures . 9 pm to 5:30 am Sunday thru Thursday • Ramps: o 10 pm to 6:30 am Sunday thru Thursday o 11 pm to 7 am Friday and Saturday • Traffic Management System: o Provide drivers with real-time travel information o Encourage motorists to take alternate routes o Clear incidents more quickly, thereby reducing secondary incidents; and o Make work zones safer for highway workers and motorists
(The presentation can be heard in its entirety upon request)
After the overview, members and staff conducted a question and answer period as follows:
• Is there biking in the design? Jasmine Johnson o There is a bike lane project on Biscayne Blvd. that goes to Miami Beach for recreational purposes only.
• Will the project included energy efficiency solar lighting? Jasmine Johnson o FDOT has not reached that point in the design.
• Is the primary purpose for constructing the signature bridge to allow more car traffic to Miami Beach? Maria Chael o The main purpose of the reconstruct of I-395 is safety.
• Are the columns underneath being replaced with arches with tension cables? Maria Chael o Yes, on the signature bridge portion. FDOT is reducing the number of columns with tension cables.
• How large is the parking garage? Naomi Wright o FDOT will forward the information to the CTAC Coordinator.
• Will FDOT plan on reaching out to the community in person by visiting businesses in the area? Naomi Wright o FDOT just started this project and have done some grassroots outreach in that area.
• What did FDOT do to get to this point with this project? Alan Fishman o This project has been in the works for about 20 years. It is an environmental impact project, it has gone through the federal process: the RFP and the bidding process.
• Antonio Reyes expressed that there needs to be better signage warning riders before they enter a construction phases to provide drivers enough time to take an alternate route.
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• Looking at the design and structure of the arch, is this for esthetic purposes? Lee Swerdlin o Everything about the bridge is for functional and architectural purposes.
• Will the bridge be charging a toll? Marlon Kelly Sr. o No tolls will be assessed at the I-395 section. This project is already funded by the State funds, Federal funds, and MDX.
• Do you have any commitments for the features below the bridge to operate and maintain the bridge? Marlon Kelly Sr. o There are no commitments at this time. FDOT will be meeting with the City of Miami to assist with the operation and maintenance, and FDOT will also be talking with local agencies to partner as well to ensure that this project is done.
• Does FDOT have an alternate plan for some of the more permanent structures features such as the amphitheater and waterfall? Lee Swerdlin o There is a baseline design with parking, landscaping and, lighting. Staff is working with other agencies to alternate the design to fit their standards.
• Question directed to Patrice Gillespie with Miami DDA. What does the DDA think about this project? Claudius Carnegie o The DDA is very excited about the project and the commitment FDOT has put behind getting the project completed.
• How does Baylink factor into this project? Alan Fishman. o FDOT met with DTPW regarding the Baylink. The envelope area for Baylink will remain as promised therefore it will not be affected.
• How will all of this dovetail for the potential for a gambling casino in that area? Alan Fishman o FDOT met with World Center to request a timeline. However staff is unaware of what is being proposed. This project will improve the capacity and the operation of I- 395.
• Is FDOT doing anything with the bridge to prevent suicide? Alan Fishman o The bridge will have limited access to make it difficult for anyone to have access to the bridge.
• What will be done during construction on I-395 when lanes are closed? Alan Fishman o The facility from I-95 will never be completely closed. There will always be one lane open in each direction.
• After the University of Miami climate report regarding sea level rise, King Tides areas on the rise. Is that being incorporated into the design of this project? Lee Swerdlin o The footprint of I-395 is being designed for King Tides including the on and off ramps to Biscayne Blvd with pump and drain systems to address sea level rise.
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• What is the main idea behind signature bridge project? Maria Chael o It is considered a heritage trail with the history of Miami.
• This project is right in the middle of the alignment for the Beach Corridor, will there be an exit ramp? Steve Hamilton, Citizen o FDOT has an envelope for that area.
• Steve Hamilton, citizen, expressed the following: The I-395 project is right in the middle of the Beach corridor. The corridor is "T- shaped", with a north-south leg between Wynwood and downtown, and an east-west leg connecting that across the MacArthur causeway to Miami Beach. As such the Beach Corridor intersects this project in Zones 2 and 3. The corridor technology is not yet chosen. West-bound traffic on the Beach corridor may turn right (north) to go to Wynwood. The candidates for this are Miami Ave (official), NE 1st Ave, NE 2nd Ave, Biscayne Blvd, or along Herald Plaza parallel to Metromover. All but the last of these impact the bridge project, in that a dedicated transit lane must be added to a portion of the area.
VII. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT) SR 934/NE/NW 79TH STREET PD&E STUDY
Auraliz Benitez, FDOT District Six Project Manager, gave an overview of the SR 934/NE/NW 79th Street PD&E Study. She then discussed the following key points:
• Project Location o PD&E Study Limits . SR 934 (both 79th Street and 81st Street /82nd Street • Project Location PD&E Study Limits o th st nd th o SR 934 (both NW 79 Street and NW 81 Street/82 Street) from NW 13 Court to N. Bayshore Drive th o Unbalanced One-way Pair 3 EB Lanes & 1 WB Lane on NW 79 Street . 2 WB Lanes on 81st/82nd Street . Traverses both residential and commercial areas • Project Objectives and Goals o Purpose and Need • To enhance safety, capacity, traffic operations, and multimodal use along SR 934 in order to address existing congestion and future travel demand. • Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Process • Existing Traffic o Existing Level of Service (LOS) o Operational and Safety Issues Observed • Future Traffic Forecast o Growth between 2015 to 2045 • Alternatives Analysis • Build Alternative 1 st nd o NW/NE 81 /82 Street
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o NW/NE 79th Street • Build Alternative 1 –Traffic o AM peak period o PM peak period • Build Alternative 2 st nd o NW/NE 81 /82 Street o NW/NE 79th Street • Build Alternative 2 -Traffic o AM peak period o PM peak period • Build Alternative 3 • Build Alternative 3 –Traffic: o AM peak period o PM peak period • Environmental Evaluation: o Natural Resources o Socio-Cultural Resources o Physical Environment • Community Feedback • Agency Coordination • Project Schedule
(The presentation can be heard in its entirety upon request)
After the overview, members and staff conducted a question and answer period as follows:
• The bike lanes seem dangerous? Maria Chael o The bikes will ride in the same lane as the buses. It is a part of the Complete Street design.
• There were four lanes on 79th Street many years ago. Are we going back to that? Lee Swerdlin o Yes, but the focus is to make the road a Complete Street.
• On the 79th Street study, did the assessments include dedicated left turning lanes? Marlon Kelly, Sr. th o Yes, there will be accommodations dedicated to left turning lanes along 79 Street.
• Are the three alternatives compiled based on facts as they exist now? Alan Fishman o The information is current.
• Does this project include more lighting? Jasmine Johnson o It will include lighting improvements.
• What is the budget for the 3 alternatives? Alan Fishman o $70 million for alternative 3 o $27 million for alternative 2
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o $20 million for alternative 1
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
None
IX. CHAIR’S REPORT
Chairman Fishman informed the CTAC members of the following:
• SMART Plan Update: the TPO Board passed a resolution to move forward with the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system for the South-Dade Transitway Corridor.
• The next CTAC meeting scheduled for November 7, 2018, will take place at the Stephen P. Clark Center at 5:30 pm.
• There will be a SMART Plan update on the North Corridor at the November CTAC meeting the Chair encouraged everyone to attend if a vote is needed.
• The Beach-Northeast Corridor project team scheduled the next Study Advisory Committee (SAC) meeting for October 29, 2019 from 10am to 12pm at the Stephen P. Clark Center, 111 NW 1st Street, 10th Floor CITT Conference Room, Miami, Florida 33128. The Chair requested for Dr. Carnegie to attend in his absence.
• Reminded members that they received an email regarding the Civic Dinners and encourage member to sign up for the next webinar on October 10, 2018 at 7pm.
• The Chair asked Dr. Carnegie to discuss whether members would like to have a holiday gathering in December with regular a-la-cart services at La Loggia. The Committee voted to move it to another time.
Naomi Wright made a resolution for Mr. Hudson Gaulman’s dedication and contribution for a better transportation system in Miami Dade County. The resolution was seconded by Jasmine Johnson. Upon being put to a vote, the motion passed unanimously.
X. NEW TRANSPORTATION BUSINESS
Jasmine Johnson requested an update on the Opa-Locka Airport.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:34 PM.
***MINUTES ARE IN SUMMARY FORM*** FOR VERBATIM TRANSCRIPTIONS OF THIS MEETING, PLEASE REQUEST COPIES OF THE CD FROM THE MIAMI-DADE TPO AT (305) 375-4507
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Citizens’ Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC) November 2018
1| Project History Timeline
2| Project History – 2007 Elevated Metrorail Extension
• Project Limits • NW 79th Street to NW 215th Street
• Project Alignment • Required right-of-way to the east and west of NW 27th Avenue • Station Stop Locations 1. NW 83rd Street 2. NW 115th Street 3. Ali Baba Avenue 4. NW 163rd Street 5. NW 183rd Street 6. NW 199th Street 7. NW 215th Street
3| 2007 Elevated Metrorail Extension
4| Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit (SMART) Plan
The SMART Plan identifies the development of six rapid transit corridors that directly support the mobility of our future population and employment growth
MPO Resolution #26-16 Resolution endorsing the SMART plan and directing the MPO Executive Director to work with the Metropolitan Planning Organization fiscal priorities committee to determine the costs and potential sources of funding for Project Development and Environment study for said projects.
5| What is a PD&E Study?
A Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study is a part of the process for complying with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 as mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in addition to Federal and State laws and regulations.
• The PD&E Process is the State of Florida process for complying with NEPA requirements. • Evaluation criteria allows the project to be eligible for federal and state funding. • Public outreach is a vital component to the study process.
6| PD&E Study Elements
Public Continuous outreach and coordination with Involvement community and stakeholders.
Data Collection Review of existing conditions.
Engineering Develop and evaluate alternatives that meet Analysis the project goals. Identify infrastructure as well as analysis of traffic, utilities, safety, drainage.
Environmental Identify potential impacts to natural, social and Evaluations physical environments.
7| NW 27th Avenue Study Overview
• Study Limits • Miami Intermodal Center (MIC) via NW 27th Avenue and SR 112 to NW 215th Street (Unity Station) • 13-mile urbanized corridor • Rapid Transit Modes • Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) • Heavy Rail Transit (HRT) • Corridor Alignment • Alternatives will utilize existing right-of-way to the greatest extent possible • Station Stop Locations • On-street, near or far-side of major intersections • Multimodal connections • Mode dependent
8| Proposed Station Locations
NW 163rd Street NW 215th Street Ali Baba Avenue (Unity Station) th NW 115th Street NW 199 Street (Hard Rock Stadium) (Miami-Dade College) NW 97th Street NW 183rd Street NW 83rd Street
.9 1.2 1.5 1.2 1.25 1.2 1
Miles (APPROXIMATE)
9| Project Alternatives
Roadway Transit Service Alternative Configuration Improvement Frequency
Route 27 15 min. peak No change 20 min off-peak No change to Route 27 No-Build to existing configuration or 297 MAX to 297 MAX 15 min peak 30 min off-peak
Transportation 297 MAX Systems No change Upgrade Increase to Management and to existing configuration station stops 10 min. peak Operations 15 min. off-peak (TSMO)
10 | Build Alternatives
Roadway Transit Service Alternative Configuration Improvement Frequency
Dedicated Bus Repurpose curbside lane in each BRT service Alternative 1 direction to a bus lane that Lane 8 min. peak Curbside BRT allows right-turning vehicles New Stations 15 min. off-peak
Alternative 2 Utilize median for column Elevated Rail service Elevated Metrorail supports of elevated structure Metrorail with 8 9 min. peak Extension and station platforms stations 15 min. off-peak
Convert median and adjacent Alternative 3 travel lanes to exclusive rail Rail service At-Grade Rail At-Grade Median guideway. Lane reduction in 9 min. peak with 8 stations Rail each direction north of NW 103rd 15 min. off-peak Street. Minimize left turns
11 | Crafting the Solution – Evaluation Process
Public Involvement
Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 • Initial •Viable • Recommended Alternatives Alternatives Alternatives • No Build • No Build • No Build •TSM •TSM •TSM • Potential Build • Build • 1 Build Alternatives Alternatives Alternative
We are here Final Locally Recommended Preferred Alternative Alternative
12 | Build Alternative #1: Curbside Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
Illustrative purposes only. Drawings may not be to scale
13 | Build Alternative #1: Curbside Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
14 | Operational Impacts Build Alternative #1 – Curbside BRT
. Repurpose curbside travel lane – One northbound, one southbound – Bus Rapid Transit – Local Bus – Enable access to adjacent development . Loss of roadway capacity/lane elimination . Traffic diversion to local streets . Requires traffic enforcement . Safety issues – side street vehicle conflicts . Access management impacts . Implementation of TSP and Queue Jumps at intersections
SW 1st Street Bus Only Lane Pilot Project in Downtown Miami
15 | Build Alternative #2: Elevated Metrorail Extension
Illustrative purposes only. Drawings may not be to scale
16 | Build Alternative #2: Elevated Metrorail Extension
17 | Operational Impacts Build Alternative #2: Elevated Metrorail Extension
18 | Build Alternative #3: Median At-grade Rail
Illustrative purposes only. Drawings may not be to scale
19 | Build Alternative #3: Median At-grade Rail
20 | Build Alternative #3: Median At-grade Rail – Barrier Protection Example
21 | Build Alternative #3: Median At-grade Rail – Barrier Protection Example
22 | Build Alternative #3: Median At-grade Rail – Elevated at Intersection Example
Elevated Segment along Olympic Boulevard
23 | Build Alternative #3: Median At-grade Rail – Elevated at Intersection Example
Elevated Segment along Olympic Boulevard
24 | Operational Impacts Build Alternative #3: At-Grade Median Rail . Repurposes two travel lanes and the median; converted to exclusive guideway . Diversion of traffic to local streets . Reduces road capacity . Potential intersection closures – 3 of 41 signalized – 80 unsignalized . Limits left turns throughout entire corridor . Closure of all median openings . Assess safety risks between at-grade rail conflicts with automobiles, pedestrians, and bicyclists . Access management impacts
Los Angeles Expo Line, an at‐grade median rail system. Google Street View image captured at the intersection of West Exposition Boulevard and Buckingham Road. Image for illustration purposes only
25 | Next Steps
• Ongoing Public Involvement
• Community/Stakeholder Meetings
• Complete Alternatives Evaluation (Tier 2)
• Refine alternatives and finalize concept plans • Complete Draft documentation
• Identify Recommended Alternative
26 | Project Milestone Schedule
27 | 09872697.pdfB90469B5.pdf Provide Input
• Comment forms are available to obtain your input
• Complete and drop them in the comment box before you exit
28 | Staying Informed and Engaged
Stay Informed: Project Website: www.fdotmiamidade.com/27thAvenueRapidTransit Like Get Involved: www.facebook.com/MyFDOTMiami FDOT Project Manager Joan Shen, Ph.D., P.E., PTOE Follow email: [email protected] telephone: 305.640.7557 www.twitter.com/MyFDOT_Miami
Public Information Officer Ann Pope Share email: [email protected] www.youtube.com/user/MyFDOTMiami telephone: 305.321.6011
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