GDOT presentation to GRTA Board on project selection process

1. 1 Good Chairman and Members of the Board. I am Gerald Ross, Director of Planning, Data and Intermodal Development for The Georgia Department of Transportation. It is a pleasure to be here with you and have the opportunity to explain our role in the TIP update process.Good Chairman and Members of the Board. I am Gerald Ross, Director of Planning, Data and Intermodal Development for The Georgia Department of Transportation. It is a pleasure to be here with you and have the opportunity to explain our role in the TIP update process.

2. 2 Strategy Reminder ARC will begin 2008-2013 TIP/RTP work in summer 2006 GDOT focus was primarily on FY 2006 and 2007 As most of you know, ARC will begin work on the 2008-2013 TIP/RTP in the summer of 2006. Therefore, our focus for this update was only on 2006 and 2007.As most of you know, ARC will begin work on the 2008-2013 TIP/RTP in the summer of 2006. Therefore, our focus for this update was only on 2006 and 2007.

3. 3 GDOT�s Project Selection Projects went through �needs� process for inclusion in the 05-10 TIP B/C not performed this round (06-11 Update) Next TIP, B/C methodology will be used (regional method) What is the �Needs� Methodology

4. 4 Explanation of Needs Scores Tool Georgia Department of Transportation uses in developing project priorities. Needs Score is not a priority number, but an actual score so that projects can be quickly compared to one another to judge which have greater overall benefits. Needs Score is a cumulative total of four different scores: Safety Air Quality Benefit Congestion Mitigation Project Feasibility These four categories are rated as high (3), medium (2) or low (1) for each project. (Minimum STIP project score = 4, maximum score = 12)

5. 5 Explanation of Needs Scores Safety scores based on a safety index calculated for each project Evaluates the frequency and severity of crashes at project location compared to rates for similar roadways statewide In bridge replacement projects, safety score is based on the bridge sufficiency rating Air quality benefit based on: Type of project proposed Effectiveness project will have in reducing single-occupant vehicle (SOV) travel. Congestion Mitigation scores are based on the current traffic volume levels and current vehicle capacity of a roadway. Score reflects the ratio of traffic volume to traffic capacity For non-roadway projects, this score reflects the potential for a project to relieve congestion in an area Project feasibility scores are a measure of a project�s readiness to begin construction. Score reflects the progress of the project�s preconstruction activities Environmental analysis Project design Right of way acquisition

6. 6 Explanation of Needs Scores Other factors that influence project selection: Political decisions Local needs � transportation improvements that address local land use decisions that were not considered in the transportation updates. Funding sources � some funding sources that are under utilized which have high balances and certain projects are eligible for that particular funding. Congressional balancing � requires that some districts receive project funding to meet legislative requirements. Benefit to Cost Analysis (BCA) � a tool for comparing the benefit and costs resulting from a transportation improvement typically through calculation of a b/c ratio; BCA can be used to evaluate whether a project should be undertaken and what priority the project should hold. Cost

7. 7 Major Projects Move in the TIP Auxiliary Lanes GA400 SB Auxiliary lanes, Windward Parkway to Holcomb Bridge SB I-75 auxiliary lane from I-675 to Eagles Landing I-985 auxiliary lane from I-85 to SR 20 AR-H-301A & B HOV I-285 from I-20N to I-85N Cost - $5.0 million PE � 2009 to 2007 DK-AR-241 I-285/I-20 East Reconstruct interchange Cost - $5.6 million PE � LR to 2007 GW-088 SR120 from I-85 West of Atkinson Road to Riverside Drive Cost - $9.7 million Cst � LR to 2006 We have advanced numerous projects that are considered major and moved them into earlier years in the TIP. Most consisted of moving the PE phase. As you can see, there is a variety of projects that have been added. Due to the fact the model will not be run until the next update, we are limited to what can be added.We have advanced numerous projects that are considered major and moved them into earlier years in the TIP. Most consisted of moving the PE phase. As you can see, there is a variety of projects that have been added. Due to the fact the model will not be run until the next update, we are limited to what can be added.

8. 8 Congestion Relieving Projects Auxiliary lanes ATMS (Ramp metering) HERO�s Traffic signal improvements Capacity projects Intersection improvements HOV projects We have several types of projects in the 2006-2011 TIP that are considered congestion relieving. They include ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ These projects are funded out of several categories that GDOT is responsible for such as Surface Transportation Program which includes Q24 and Q21. Also, NHS, which is Q05 funds.We have several types of projects in the 2006-2011 TIP that are considered congestion relieving. They include ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ These projects are funded out of several categories that GDOT is responsible for such as Surface Transportation Program which includes Q24 and Q21. Also, NHS, which is Q05 funds.

9. 9 GDOT Submittal Types of request Schedule shifts accomplished/work delays Cost estimate updates Balancing New project Change in funding source Administrative There are several reasons for project submittals in this update. This occurs when projects do not make the FY it is programmed for. For example, projects that are scheduled for FY 05 that did not make FY 05 will need to be moved to 2006 to be able to let or fund the phase such as R/W, etc. Sometimes projects get ready earlier than they are scheduled and they are able to replace projects that do not make that fiscal. This could occur with R/W plans, letting a project or if a need arises and the PE needs to begin sooner. During the plan development process, cost estimates are revised each time a major milestone or phase is completed. For example, once right-of-way plans are completed, a new cost estimate is done. Basically, as the project is being completed, better information provides a more accurate cost estimate. GDOT balances every year due to cost estimates, schedules, and phase. Also, local priorities change and unforeseen maintenance needs which require new projects. During this, due to funding, some projects have move out and this is determine based on __________. Due to conformity run, the TIP was froze February 2004. All the above continued to occur which created a number of amendments. As priorities/needs change, new projects are created to meet those needs such as ____________________________. Some projects which were previously funded as GARVEE Bonds were changed to a different funding code such as project ____________________. Administrative include description changes dues things such as logical termimi changes.There are several reasons for project submittals in this update. This occurs when projects do not make the FY it is programmed for. For example, projects that are scheduled for FY 05 that did not make FY 05 will need to be moved to 2006 to be able to let or fund the phase such as R/W, etc. Sometimes projects get ready earlier than they are scheduled and they are able to replace projects that do not make that fiscal. This could occur with R/W plans, letting a project or if a need arises and the PE needs to begin sooner. During the plan development process, cost estimates are revised each time a major milestone or phase is completed. For example, once right-of-way plans are completed, a new cost estimate is done. Basically, as the project is being completed, better information provides a more accurate cost estimate. GDOT balances every year due to cost estimates, schedules, and phase. Also, local priorities change and unforeseen maintenance needs which require new projects. During this, due to funding, some projects have move out and this is determine based on __________. Due to conformity run, the TIP was froze February 2004. All the above continued to occur which created a number of amendments. As priorities/needs change, new projects are created to meet those needs such as ____________________________. Some projects which were previously funded as GARVEE Bonds were changed to a different funding code such as project ____________________. Administrative include description changes dues things such as logical termimi changes.