HomeMy Public PortalAbout04 April 26, 2021 Western Riverside County Programs & Projects
MEETING AGENDA
Western Riverside County Programs and
Projects Committee
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Date: April 26, 2021
Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the meeting will
only be conducted via video conferencing and by telephone.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Clint Lorimore, Chair/Todd Rigby, City of Eastvale
Ben J. Benoit, Vice Chair/Joseph Morabito, City of Wildomar
Wes Speake/Jim Steiner, City of Corona
Linda Krupa/Russ Brown, City of Hemet
Brian Berkson/Guillermo Silva, City of Jurupa Valley
Bill Zimmerman/Dean Deines, City of Menifee
Yxstian Gutierrez/To Be Appointed, City of Moreno Valley
Scott Vinton/Christi White, City of Murrieta
Ted Hoffman/Katherine Aleman, City of Norco
Michael Vargas/Rita Rogers, City of Perris
Kevin Jeffries, County of Riverside, District I
Jeff Hewitt, County of Riverside, District V
STAFF
Anne Mayer, Executive Director
John Standiford, Deputy Executive Director
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Air Quality, Capital Projects, Communications and
Outreach Programs, Intermodal Programs, Motorist
Services, New Corridors, Regional Agencies/Regional
Planning, Regional Transportation Improvement Program
(RTIP), Specific Transit Projects, State Transportation
Improvement Program (STIP)
Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF)
Program, and Provide Policy Direction on
Transportation Programs and Projects related to
Western Riverside County and other areas as may
be prescribed by the Commission.
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS COMMITTEE
www.rctc.org
AGENDA*
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1:30 p.m.
Monday, April 26, 2021
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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3. ROLL CALL
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS – Each individual speaker is limited to speak three (3) continuous minutes
or less. The Committee may, either at the direction of the Chair or by majority vote of the
Committee, waive this three minute time limitation. Depending on the number of items on the
Agenda and the number of speakers, the Chair may, at his/her discretion, reduce the time of
each speaker to two (2) continuous minutes. Also, the Committee may terminate public
comments if such comments become repetitious. In addition, the maximum time for public
comment for any individual item or topic is thirty (30) minutes. Speakers may not yield their
time to others without the consent of the Chair. Any written documents to be distributed or
presented to the Committee shall be submitted to the Clerk of the Board. This policy applies
to Public Comments and comments on Agenda Items.
5. ADDITIONS/REVISIONS (The Committee may add an item to the Agenda after making a
finding that there is a need to take immediate action on the item and that the item came to
the attention of the Committee subsequent to the posting of the agenda. An action adding an
item to the agenda requires 2/3 vote of the Committee. If there are less than 2/3 of the
Committee members present, adding an item to the agenda requires a unanimous vote.
Added items will be placed for discussion at the end of the agenda.)
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – MARCH 22, 2021
7. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. 16-31-102-00 WITH COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO
FUND A PROJECT STUDY REPORT FOR THE INTERSTATE 215/ETHANAC ROAD INTERCHANGE
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Overview
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 16-31-102-00 with the County of
Riverside (County) to utilize the remaining balance of $1,041,716 of 2009 Measure A
Western County New Corridors Program funds from the original agreement for the
preparation of a Project Study Report (PSR) for the Interstate 215/Ethanac Road
Interchange, for which the County will serve as lead agency;
2) Authorize the Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to execute the
amendment on behalf of the Commission; and
3) Forward to the Commission for final action.
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8. INTERSTATE 15 EXPRESS LANES PROJECT DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACT FINAL ACCEPTANCE
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Overview
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Approve Final Acceptance for the Interstate 15 Express Lanes Project (I-15 ELP or
Project) Design-Build Contract, Agreement No. 16-31-057-00, with Skanska-Ames, a
Joint Venture, subject to the Executive Director’s verification that all contract
requirements for Final Acceptance have been met; and
2) Forward to the Commission for final action.
9. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT NO. 19-33-004-00 WITH SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERSIDE LAYOVER
FACILITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
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Overview
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Approve Agreement No. 19-33-004-01, Amendment No. 1 to Agreement
No. 19-33-004-00, between the Commission and Southern California Regional Rail
Authority (SCRRA) for the construction of the Riverside Layover Facility Improvement
project (Project) in the amount of $99,999, plus a contingency amount of $10,000, for
an additional amount of $109,999, and a total amount not to exceed $281,999;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to execute
the cooperative agreement on behalf of the Commission;
3) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to approve the use of a contingency, as
may be required for these services; and
4) Forward to the Commission for final action.
10. LOW CARBON TRANSIT OPERATIONS PROGRAM RESOLUTION
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Overview
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 21-005, “Resolution of the Riverside County Transportation
Commission Regarding Authorization for the Execution of the Certifications and
Assurances and Authorized Agent Forms for the Low Carbon Transit Operations
Program for the Expanded Perris Valley Line Operations Project Fiscal Year 2022 Funds
in the Amount of $864,540”; and
2) Forward to the Commission for final action.
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11. MEASURE A SPECIALIZED TRANSIT AWARD RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FISCAL YEARS
2021/22 – 2023/24
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Overview
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Approve the staff recommendations for the Measure A Western Riverside County
Specialized Transit Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2021/22 - 2023/24 Call for Projects totaling
$8,951,257;
2) Approve an allocation of $150,000 for a specialized transit pilot program for the city
of Menifee (City);
3) Direct staff to prepare agreements with the award recipients to outline the scope,
project schedules, and local funding commitments;
4) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director to execute the agreements with the award
recipients, pursuant to legal counsel review; and
5) Forward to the Commission for final action.
12. 15/91 EXPRESS LANES CONNECTOR UPDATE
Overview
This item is for the Commission to receive an oral report for the 15/91 Express Lanes
Connector Project.
13. COMMISSIONERS / STAFF REPORT
Overview
This item provides the opportunity for the Commissioners and staff to report on attended and
upcoming meeting/conferences and issues related to Commission activities.
14. ADJOURNMENT
The next Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee meeting is scheduled
to be held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, May 24, 2021, via Zoom.
AGENDA ITEM 6
MINUTES
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS COMMITTEE
Monday, March 22, 2021
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee was called to
order by Chair Clint Lorimore at 1:30 p.m. via Zoom Meeting ID: 823 0498 3894. Pursuant to
Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the Western Riverside County
Programs and Projects Committee meeting will only be conducted via video conferencing and by
telephone.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
At this time, Commissioner Wes Speake led the Western Riverside County Programs and
Projects Committee in a flag salute.
3. ROLL CALL
Members/Alternates Present Members Absent
Ben Benoit
Brian Berkson
Yxstian Gutierrez
Jeff Hewitt*
Ted Hoffman
Kevin Jeffries
Linda Krupa
Clint Lorimore
Wes Speake
Michael Vargas
Scott Vinton
Bill Zimmerman
*arrived after meeting was called to order
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak.
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March 22, 2021
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5. ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
There were no additions or revisions.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – FEBRUARY 22, 2021
M/S/C (Hoffman/Benoit) to approve the minutes as submitted.
7. POLICY FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF SOLAR POWER SYSTEMS AT COMMISSION-OWNED
PROPERTIES
Gary Ratliff, Facilities Administrator, presented the details of the policy for
implementation of solar power systems at Commission-owned properties.
Commissioner Scott Vinton asked in terms of the settlement agreement we are required
to put in solar panels but this policy is saying that only if it is economically beneficial to
the Commission but what if none of the options were beneficial?
Mr. Ratliff replied the settlement agreement requires the solar panels and staff would
have to bring the solar project to the Commission to get approval each time.
Anne Mayer, Executive Director, added the Commission is obligated to install solar panels
at these two stations and explained the policy is for all future solar projects as well so we
can continue in the most cost effective way.
Mr. Ratliff explained for Commissioner Vinton why the Commission did not choose to be
a solar generator.
M/S/C (Vargas/Vinton) to:
1) Adopt a policy regarding the selection and installation of solar power
systems at Commission-owned properties;
2) Adopt Resolution No. 21-003, “Resolution of the Riverside County
Transportation Commission Regarding the Policy for Implementation of
Solar Power Systems at Commission-owned Properties”; and
3) Forward to the Commission for final action.
8. AMENDMENT TO CITY OF CORONA’S FY 2020/21 SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN
Eric DeHate, Transit Manager, presented the scope of the amendment to the city of
Corona’s FY 2020/21 Short Range Transit Plan.
M/S/C (Speake/Krupa) to:
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1) Approve a $200,000 increase in the FY 2020/21 Local Transportation
Fund (LTF) funding allocation for the city of Corona (City);
2) Amend the City’s FY 2020/21 Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) to increase
the LTF operating allocation in the amount of $200,000 for operating
expenses; and
3) Forward to the Commission for final action.
At this time, Commissioner Jeff Hewitt joined the meeting.
9. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE FOR ENHANCED
LANDSCAPING AND AESTHETICS TO ADD GRINDING AND PAVING OF GRAPE STREET FOR
THE INTERSTATE 15/RAILROAD CANYON ROAD INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT
Bryce Johnston, Capital Projects Manager, presented the scope of the amendment with
the city of Lake Elsinore for enhanced landscaping and aesthetics to add grinding and
paving of Grape Street for the I-15/Railroad Canyon Road Interchange improvements
project.
Commissioners Speak and Benoit congratulated staff on the progress of the project.
M/S/C (Benoit/Jeffries) to:
1) Approve Agreement No. 19-31-031-01, Amendment No. 1 to Agreement
No. 19-31-031-00, with the city of Lake Elsinore (City) to add grinding and
paving for Grape Street for the Interstate 15/Railroad Canyon Road
Interchange Improvements Project (Project) for an additional City
contribution of $339,801, for a total City contribution not to exceed
$1,094,801;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to execute the agreement on behalf of the Commission; and
3) Forward to the Commission for final action.
10. COMMISSIONERS / STAFF REPORT
10A. Anne Mayer announced Joe Tavaglione has been reappointed to the CTC.
11. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration by the Western Riverside County
Programs and Projects Committee, the meeting was adjourned at 1:56 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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March 22, 2021
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Lisa Mobley
Clerk of the Board
AGENDA ITEM 7
Agenda Item 7
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: April 26, 2021
TO: Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee
FROM: Jillian Guizado, Planning and Programming Director
THROUGH: John Standiford, Deputy Executive Director
SUBJECT:
Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 16-31-102-00 with County of Riverside
to Fund a Project Study Report for the Interstate 215/Ethanac Road
Interchange
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for the Committee to:
1)Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 16-31-102-00 with the County of Riverside
(County) to utilize the remaining balance of $1,041,716 of 2009 Measure A Western
County New Corridors Program funds from the original agreement for the preparation of
a Project Study Report (PSR) for the Interstate 215/Ethanac Road Interchange, for which
the County will serve as lead agency;
2)Authorize the Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to execute the
amendment on behalf of the Commission; and
3)Forward to the Commission for final action.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
At its November 2014 meeting, the Commission approved $2 million of 2009 Measure A Western
County New Corridors Program funds in response to a joint request from the County and cities
of Lake Elsinore, Menifee, and Perris (Cities). The request was for funding of an east-west
corridor study along SR-74/Ethanac Road to serve as a future direct route between Antelope
Road in Romoland and SR-74 in Meadowbrook and to study the establishment of a new
connection from SR-74 to Interstate 15 via Nichols Road (in its entirety, Ethanac Expressway).
The purpose of the study was to determine the feasibility of developing a corridor that would
eliminate the circuitous detours between I-15 and I-215, thereby providing an efficient east-west
route. The Project Study Report Equivalent (PSRE) was estimated to cost $3 million. The County
and the Cities committed a combined $1 million in addition to the Commission’s $2 million.
Agreement No. 16-31-102-00 was entered into on February 13, 2017 pursuant to the
Commission’s action.
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DISCUSSION:
The County entered into an agreement with Michael Baker International on March 17, 2017 to
prepare the PSRE. On September 29, 2020, the County transmitted to the Commission the
completed PSRE for the Ethanac Expressway (Attachment 1). The PSRE consisted of five primary
study elements: community input, community plan consistency, traffic analysis, environmental
and engineering studies, and project scoping. The PSRE resulted in identification of nine study
segments (Attachment 2). Each study segment is envisioned to be evaluated as separate projects
and as funding becomes available. One of the nine study segments identified is the I-215/Ethanac
Road Interchange which was determined to be among the top priorities.
On March 4, 2021, the County sent a letter to the Commission indicating there were cumulative
cost savings on the PSRE work (Attachment 3). Given the 2:1 ratio of Commission to
County/Cities funding on the PSRE, approximately $1,041,716 of Commission-dedicated 2009
Measure A Western County New Corridors Program funds remain. The County requests this
remaining balance be applied toward advancing one of the nine study segments with the
preparation of a PSR for the I-215/Ethanac Road Interchange. The remaining balance of
County/Cities funding would also be applied by the County to perform this work. The County
indicated it has sufficient budget with Michael Baker International, the consultant that prepared
the PSRE, to advance the PSR for the I-215/Ethanac Road Interchange. As such, upon all
necessary approvals and execution of relevant agreements, the County anticipates work
beginning by July 1, 2021.
Staff supports the County’s request to apply the balance of funds dedicated to the Ethanac
Expressway to prepare a PSR for the I-215/Ethanac Road Interchange and recommends approval
of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 16-31-102-00 (Attachment 4).
FISCAL IMPACT:
Reimbursements to the County for remaining work on the PSRE and work to be initiated on the
PSR have been budgeted in both Fiscal Years (FY) 2020/21 and 2021/22.
Financial Information
In Fiscal Year Budget: Yes
Yes Year: FY 2020/21
FY 2021/22 Amount: $0
$1,041,716
Source of Funds: 2009 Measure A Western County New
Corridors Program Funds Budget Adjustment: No
No
GL/Project Accounting No.: 615133 81101 00000 0000 261 31 81101
Fiscal Procedures Approved: Date: 04/12/2021
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Attachments:
1)County PSRE transmittal letter dated September 29, 2020
2)Ethanac Expressway Nine Study Segments Map
3)County funding request letter dated March 4, 2021
4)Draft Amendment No. 16-31-102-01
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4080 Lemon Street, 8th Floor ꞏ Riverside, CA 92501 ꞏ (951) 955-6740
P.O. Box 1090 ꞏ Riverside, CA 92502-1090 ꞏ FAX (951) 955-3198
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
TRANSPORTATION AND
LAND MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Transportation Department
September 29, 2020
Riverside County Transportation Commission
Attn: Alexandra Rackerby
4080 Lemon Street, 3rd Floor
Riverside, CA 92501
Re: Ethanac Expressway Planning Study Final Reports & Documents
Dear Ms. Rackerby:
Riverside County in cooperation with Riverside County Transportation Commission and the Cities of Lake
Elsinore, Menifee and Perris, conducted a planning study for a proposed new expressway with the intent
of recommending enhancements that will improve regional east‐west movement and connectivity
between Interstate 15 and Interstate 215 and improve access to/from the communities east of I‐215.
This study is complete and evaluated vehicular mobility, provided a future vision for the corridor, and
outlined a delivery approach. These items are summarized in Corridor Development Report – Executive
Summary and detailed in various studies. The studies are enclosed on a USB drive in this transmittal
package and described below:
Brochure – A visual summary of the corridor assessment is provided on a tri‐folded handout.
PowerPoint presentation – A presentation summary of the corridor assessment is provided in
PowerPoint format. The presentation incorporates feedback from local agencies, stakeholders
and County management.
Video flyover –The video is comprised of three parts: the first segment provides an overview of
the proposed corridor improvements, the middle segment provides a flyover view and
description (traveling from west to east), and the final segment describes the delivery approach.
Corridor Development Report – Executive Summary – The deliverable provides a brief (14
page) summary of the community input, community plan consistency, traffic analysis,
environmental and engineering studies, project scoping and delivery approach.
Corridor Development Report – The deliverable provides a detailed overview of the individual
studies performed during the study phase, including the Preliminary Environmental Analysis
Report, the Traffic Study, the Community Outreach Summary, and additional details related to
scoping the engineering for the proposed corridor enhancements on Nichols Road and Ethanac
Road.
Patricia Romo, P.E.
Director of Transportation
Mojahed Salama, P.E.
Deputy for Transportation/Capital Projects
Richard Lantis, P.L.S.
Deputy for Transportation/Planning and
Development
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ATTACHMENT 1
September 29, 2020
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Preliminary Environmental Analysis Report ‐ A Preliminary Environmental Analysis Report was
prepared and documents the environmental studies and approvals that are anticipated to be
required during future phases of project development.
Traffic Study ‐ A comprehensive traffic study, titled Ethanac Expressway Traffic Operations
Report, was prepared for the entire Ethanac Expressway corridor. The focus of the traffic
analysis was to define an ultimate vision for the corridor, identify existing and future circulation
deficiencies and document the need for corridor improvements, and assist the County with the
phasing and sequencing for the entire corridor.
Community Outreach Summary ‐ An extensive community outreach program was conducted to
obtain input from the potential users of the facility, residents in the area, and state, regional,
and local stakeholders. The outreach effort is summaries in this deliverable.
The brochure, PowerPoint presentation, video flyover and Corridor Development Report – Executive
Summary will also be posted to the County’s website subsequent to this transmittal distribution:
https://rcprojects.org/ethanac‐expressway
Transmittal of these final reports and documents represents completion of the planning study effort.
The County appreciates the help and cooperation each of the cities provided in support of this effort. If
you have any comments or questions, you can contact me at cstaley@rivco.org or at (951) 955‐2092 at
your convenience.
Sincerely,
Scott Staley
Project Manager
enc. Corridor Development Report – Executive Summary (4 copies)
Project Brochures (200 copies)
USB Drive
cc.Remon Habib (City of Elsinore)
Brad Brophy (City of Perris),
Carlos Geronimo (City of Menifee),
Khalid Nasim (RCTD), Mojahed Salama (RCTD), Patricia Romo (RCTD),
Rebecca Young (Michael Baker Intl.)
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ATTACHMENT 2
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ATTACHMENT 3
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Agreement No. 16-31-102-01
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AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
AND COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
FOR THE FUNDING OF MEASURE A WESTERN COUNTY NEW CORRIDORS
ETHANAC ROAD/SR-74/NICHOLS ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT IMPROVEMENT
STUDY AND TO INCLUDE PROJECT STUDY REPORT OF I-215/ETHANAC ROAD
INTERCHANGE
1.Parties and Date.
This Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement is made and entered into this ____ day of
______________, 2021, by and between the Riverside County Transportation
Commission (RCTC) and County of Riverside (County).
2.Recitals.
2.1 RCTC and the County have entered into an agreement entitled “Agreement
with the County of Riverside for the Funding of Measure A Western County New Corridors
Improvement Study of the Ethanac Road/SR-74/Nichols Road Corridor Project” dated
February 13, 2017 (Master Agreement).
2.2 The Master Agreement established the County as the lead agency for the
preparation of the Project Study Report (PSR) equivalent for the Ethanac Road/State
Route 74 (SR-74)/Nichols Road Corridor (Corridor) to be funded with $2,000,000 in
Measure A New Corridors Funds allocated by RCTC.
2.3 The County completed the PSR equivalent for the Corridor in September
2020, utilizing approximately $958,284 of the Measure A New Corridors Funds allocated
by RCTC.
2.4 In a letter dated March 4, 2021, the County requested RCTC reallocate the
remaining $1,041,716 from the Corridor PSR equivalent to prepare a new PSR for the
Interstate 215 (I-215) / Ethanac Road interchange, which is one of the top priority phases
identified in the Corridor PSR equivalent, for which the County will be the lead agency.
2.5 The Parties now desire, pursuant to this Amendment No. 1, to memorialize
the funding reallocation to prepare a PSR on the I-215/Ethanac Road interchange, and
to include the PSR work under the Master Agreement. The scope of work, funding, and
timetable for the PSR on the I-215/Ethanac Road interchange is set forth in Exhibit “A” of
this Amendment No. 1.
3.Terms.
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ATTACHMENT 4
Agreement No. 16-31-102-01
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3.1 Capitalized terms used in the Master Agreement and not otherwise defined
in this Amendment No. 1 shall have the meanings as set forth in the Master Agreement.
3.2 Section 3.2, RCTC Funding Amount, of the Master Agreement shall be
amended to include the following:
RCTC and the County will reallocate the funds remaining from the
project study report equivalent phase (approximately $1,041,716) to
the PSR for the I-215/Ethanac Road interchange.
3.3 Sections 3.2.4, Cost Savings, 3.3, County’s Funding Obligation to Complete
the Work, 3.4 Work Responsibilities of the County, and 3.5 Term/Notice of Completion of
the Master Agreement shall be amended to provide that the obligations set forth in these
provisions apply to the PSR work to the same extent as the same apply to the project
study report equivalent.
3.4 Section 3.24, Notification, of the Master Agreement shall be amended as
follows:
County of Riverside RCTC
Transportation Department Riverside County Transportation Commission
4080 Lemon St., 8th Floor 4080 Lemon St., 3rd Floor
Riverside, CA 92501 Mailing address: P.O. Box 12008
Riverside, CA 92502-2208
ATTN: Director of Transportation ATTN: Executive Director
3.5 This Amendment No. 1 is in all respects governed by California law and
venue for any dispute shall be in Riverside County.
3.6 The recitals set forth above are true and correct and are incorporated by
reference into this Amendment No. 1 as though fully set forth herein.
3.7 Except as amended by this Amendment No. 1, all provisions of the Master
Agreement, including without limitation the indemnity provisions, shall remain in full force
and effect and shall govern the actions of the Parties under this Am endment No. 1.
3.8 This Amendment No. 1 may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall
constitute an original.
3.9 A manually signed copy of this Amendment No. 1 which is transmitted by
facsimile, email or other means of electronic transmission shall be deemed to have the
same legal effect as delivery of an original executed copy of this Amendment No. 1 for all
purposes. This Amendment No. 1 may be signed using an electronic signature.
[Signatures on following page]
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Agreement No. 16-31-102-01
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SIGNATURE PAGE
TO AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO
AGREEMENT BETWEEN
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
AND COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
FOR THE FUNDING OF MEASURE A WESTERN COUNTY NEW CORRIDORS
ETHANAC ROAD/SR-74/NICHOLS ROAD CORRIDOR PROJECT IMPROVEMENT
STUDY AND TO INCLUDE PROJECT STUDY REPORT OF I-215/ETHANAC ROAD
INTERCHANGE
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Amendment No.
1 as of the date first set forth above.
RIVERSIDE COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
By: _________________________
Anne Mayer, Executive Director
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
By: __________________________
Mark Lancaster,
Director of Transportation
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: _________________________
Best Best & Krieger LLP
Counsel to the Riverside County
Transportation Commission
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: __________________________
Title: ________________________
ATTEST:
By: __________________________
Title: ________________________
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Agreement No. 16-31-102-01
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EXHIBIT “A”
SCOPE OF WORK,
FUNDING AND TIMETABLE
SCOPE OF WORK:
Prepare the Project Study Report (PSR) project initiation documents for the Ethanac Rd
/ 1-215 Interchange. The project initiation documents are a nece ssary step to evaluate
and prepare the project for the next preliminary engineering and environmental phase
(PA&ED).
FUNDING:
PHASE New Corridors
Fund
LOCAL STATE/FEDERAL TOTAL
PSR/PDS $1,041,716 $0 $0 $1,041,716
TIMETABLE:
Phase Start Date End Date Comments
PSR/PDS 07/01/2021 6/30/2023 See below
Comments:
• Consultant expected to be under contract in July 2021.
• Time to produce PSR has been assumed at about 18 months. The PSR
requires Caltrans approval which is estimated conservatively to add 6 months
to the completion schedule.
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Agenda Item 8
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: April 26, 2021
TO: Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee
FROM: David Thomas, Interim Toll Program Director
THROUGH: Anne Mayer, Executive Director
SUBJECT: Interstate 15 Express Lanes Project Design-Build Contract Final Acceptance
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for the Committee to:
1)Approve Final Acceptance for the Interstate 15 Express Lanes Project (I-15 ELP or Project)
Design-Build Contract, Agreement No. 16-31-057-00, with Skanska-Ames, a Joint Venture,
subject to the Executive Director’s verification that all contract requirements for Final
Acceptance have been met; and
2)Forward to the Commission for final action.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The I-15 ELP is part of the Commission’s 2009 Measure A Western Riverside County Highway
10-Year Delivery Plan. The project, when opened, results in one to two tolled express lanes in
each direction between the I-15/Cajalco Road interchange in Corona and the I-15/State Route 60
Figure 1: I-15 Express Lanes Project Vicinity Map
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interchange just south of the Riverside/San Bernardino County line – approximately 15 miles
(Figure 1 Vicinity Map).
On April 12, 2017, the Commission awarded Agreement No. 16-31-057-00 to Skanska-Ames, a
Joint Venture, for the design and construction of the I-15 ELP.
This Design-Build Contract has three distinct completion milestones of which two have been met:
1. Substantial Completion – 15 Express Lanes turned over to the Toll Service Provider on
August 17, 2020.
2. Project Completion – Construction activities complete except for deferred punch list
work. This completion milestone occurred on January 15, 2021.
The third completion milestone, Final Acceptance, is nearing completion and requires the
Commission’s formal acceptance after the following has occurred:
1. All requirements for the Project Completion milestone shall have been fully satisfied;
2. The Commission shall have received all design documents, original working drawings,
shop drawings, final as-built documents, right-of-way record maps, surveys, test data and
other deliverables required under the Contract Documents;
3. The Design-Builder shall have submitted and received Commission approval for all
contract-required Design-Build Final Acceptance Submittals;
4. All special tools, equipment, furnishings, and supplies purchased and/or used by the
Design-Builder as provided in the Contract Documents shall have been delivered to the
Commission and all replacement spare parts shall have been purchased and delivered to
the Commission free and clear of liens; and
5. The items on the Final Acceptance punch list shall have been completed to the satisfaction
of the Commission and Caltrans, and all the Design-Builder’s other obligations under the
Contract Documents shall have been satisfied in full or waived in writing by Commission.
Additionally, Caltrans shall accept the work and issue relief of maintenance within its
jurisdictional boundaries of the Project. Caltrans shall also perform a final review and accept the
Project including all permitting and environmental commitments and other requirements. The
two remaining work items are warranty work to correct defective items for a period of two years
and plant establishment and habitat restoration, which is a contract requirement for three years
after Final Acceptance. All the above contract Final Acceptance requirements have either been
met or are imminent. Staff recommends approval of Final Acceptance of the Design-Build
Contract subject to the Executive Director’s verification that all contract requirements for Final
Acceptance have been met.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact to approval of Final Acceptance of the Design-Build Contract.
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Agenda Item 9
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: April 26, 2021
TO: Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee
FROM: Bryce Johnston, Capital Projects Manager
THROUGH: Marlin Feenstra, Project Delivery Director
SUBJECT:
Amendment No. 1 to Cooperative Agreement No. 19-33-004-00 with Southern
California Regional Rail Authority for Construction of the Riverside Layover
Facility Improvement Project
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Approve Agreement No. 19-33-004-01, Amendment No. 1 to Agreement
No. 19-33-004-00, between the Commission and Southern California Regional Rail
Authority (SCRRA) for the construction of the Riverside Layover Facility Improvement
project (Project) in the amount of $99,999, plus a contingency amount of $10,000, for an
additional amount of $109,999, and a total amount not to exceed $281,999;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to execute
the cooperative agreement on behalf of the Commission;
3) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to approve the use of a contingency, as may
be required for these services; and
4) Forward to Commission for final action.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
In December 2018 the Commission approved Cooperative Agreement No. 19-33-004-00 with
SCRRA (Metrolink) to provide construction support services for the expansion of the existing
Riverside−Downtown Metrolink Station Layover Facility from one storage track to three storage
tracks. This increased layover capacity is required for the storage and servicing of trains providing
existing Metrolink service. The Project is located at the north end of the existing
Riverside−Downtown Station on right of way owned by the Commission.
On June 12, 2020, the Commission approved the award of Agreement No. 19-33-029-00 for the
construction of the Riverside−Downtown Metrolink Station Layover Expansion Project to Reyes
Construction (Reyes). As part of the contract work, Reyes was to remove and reuse the existing
wayside power cabinet. Over the past year SCRRA has had issues with old cabinets of this type
and notified Commission staff that that the pre-existing wayside power cabinet must be replaced
to ensure reliable operations for the newly expanded layover facility. SCRRA was in the process
of procuring similar units at a lower price than the Commission or Reyes could obtain; therefore,
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it was determined that the most cost-effective solution would be for SCRRA to procure and install
the new cabinet. This would also preclude any delay claims from Reyes. The cost of the cabinet
and installation services is estimated to be $99,999. Staff recommends approval of the
amendment for $99,999 plus an additional $10,000 contingency for any unanticipated issues.
The additional costs will be funded by the same Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant that
paid for the original contract amount.
The following is a summary of the Commission’s actions to date, including this amendment:
Commission Authorization
Amount Contingency Total
Original $ 156,200 $ 15,800 $ 172,000
Amendment No.
1 (proposed) 99,999 10,000 109,999
Total $ 256,199 $ 25,800 $ 281,999
Staff recommends authorization for the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to execute the agreement on behalf of the Commission and for the Executive Director or
designee to approve the use of a contingency, as may be required for these services.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Financial Information
In Fiscal Year Budget: Yes Year: FY 2020/21 Amount: $109,999
Source of Funds: FTA grant Budget Adjustment: No
GL/Project Accounting No.: 653822 81304 00000 0000 265 33 81301
Fiscal Procedures Approved: Date: 04/14/2021
Attachment: Draft Amendment No. 1 to Cooperative Agreement No. 19-33-004-00 with SCRRA
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TO
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT NO. 19-33-004-00
BETWEEN
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
AND
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY
FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERSIDE LAYOVER FACILITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
This “Amendment No. 1” to the February 12, 2019 Cooperative Agreement No. 19-33-004-00
(herein referred to as the "AGREEMENT") for the Construction of the Riverside Layover Facility
Improvement Project (herein referred to as the “PROJECT”) is made and entered into as of the
__________ day of __________, 2021, by and between the SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY, a joint powers authority existing under the laws of the State of
California (hereinafter referred to as "SCRRA"), to be addressed at 900 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1500,
Los Angeles, CA 90017 and the RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, a
public agency, 4080 Lemon St, Riverside, California 92501 (hereinafter referred to as
“COMMISSION” or “RCTC”). CITY and SCRRA may be referred to singly as “PARTY” and
collectively as “PARTIES.”
RECITALS:
COMMISSION and SCRRA executed the AGREEMENT on February 12, 2019 which established
roles, responsibilities, funding and processes during construction of PROJECT located at the
north end of the existing Riverside-Downtown Station on right-of-way (ROW) owned by RCTC.
The existing North Layover Facility is located between railroad mileposts (MP) 9.75 and 9.92 on
Riverside Layover at Riverside Station.
Through further site investigations and project development, it has been determined that the pre-
existing Wayside Power Cabinet must be replaced to ensure reliable operations for the newly
expanded Layover Facility.
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COMMISSION and SCRRA desire to amend the AGREEMENT to increase the funding for
SERVICES work to be performed by SCRRA and to update the estimated cost for said services
by Ninety-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Nine Dollars ($99,999).
NOW THEREFORE, the Parties hereto mutually agree as follows:
1. Article 5, Item S. is hereby added to read as follows:
S. To procure and install one (1) new wayside power cabinet, including modifications to
existing main switchboard as required.
2. Article 6 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Notwithstanding any provisions of this Agreement to the contrary, COMMISSION
and SCRRA mutually agree that COMMISSION’s maximum cumulative payment
obligation to SCRRA for the SERVICES (including SCRRA’S direct and indirect
costs) shall be Two Hundred Sixty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-nine
Dollars ($269,399), unless otherwise agreed upon by the Parties pursuant to a
written amendment to this Agreement.
3. Article 9, Item N, Party’s Address and Addressee are hereby amended to read as follows:
To COMMISSION To SCRRA
Marlin Feenstra
Capital Project Manager
Justin Fornelli, P.E.
Chief, Program Delivery
Riverside County Transportation
Commission
Southern California Regional Rail Authority
4080 Lemon Street
Riverside, CA 92501
2558 Supply Street, Building A
Pomona, CA 91767
Tel: (951) 787-7963 Tel: (909) 593-4291
Email: mfeenstra@rctc.org Email: fornellij@scrra.net
4. Article 9, Item A. is hereby amended to read as follows:
Term of Agreement: This Agreement shall continue in full force and effect through
January 1, 2023, unless terminated earlier by mutual written consent by both Parties.
In the event ICAP charges have not been billed due to an unapproved rate and paid
by COMMISSION, this agreement shall be extended for one year.
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’5. Exhibit “B” shall be replaced in its entirety with the included Exhibit “B” (Revision 1).
[SIGNATURES APPEAR ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this AMENDMENT No. 1 to Agreement No.
19-33-004-00 to be executed and attested by their duly qualified and authorized officials.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RIVERSIDE COUNTY
RAIL AUTHORITY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
By: ________________________________ By: ______________________________
Stephanie N. Wiggins Anne Mayer
Chief Executive Officer Executive Director
Date: ________________________________ Date: ______________________________
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Best Best & Krieger LLP
By: ______________________________ By:____________________________
Don O. Del Rio Steve DeBaun
General Counsel General Counsel
Date: _____________________________ Date: _____________________________
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EXHIBIT "B" (REVISION 1)
BUDGETED SCHEDULE AND COST
No. of
Months
Meeting
per
Month
Hours No. of
Persons
Total
Hours
A
1 Meetings /Admin 11 2 4 1 88 HR $250.00 $22,000.00
2 General Coordination / PM Work 11 1 6 1 66 HR $250.00 $16,500.00
Inter-Departmental Meetings 11 0.25 2 4 22 HR $250.00 $5,500.00
3
Document Reviews (Work Windows, SSWP,
Construction Staging)
2 16 HR $250.00 $4,000.00
4 Material Procurement (SCRRA Staff)16 HR $250.00 $4,000.00
Sub-Total 192 $52,000.00
B
1 Track Inspection (track in/out service)1 LS $5,000.00 $5,000.00
Sub-Total $5,000.00
C
1 C&S Maintenance Contractor Support 1 LS $5,000.00 $5,000.00
Sub-Total $5,000.00
D
1 133 RE Relay Rail (does not include transport)
5,000 LF $10.00 $50,000.00
Sub-Total $50,000.00
E
1 Safety Training by SCRRA Consultant 4 EA $1,000.00 $4,000.00
2 SCRRA Cable Markings (includes refresh)6 EA $500.00 $3,000.00
3 Flagging Services 20 Days $1,750.00 $35,000.00
Sub-Total $42,000.00
Sub-Total (Items A-F)$154,000.00
$15,400.00
F
1 Wayside Power Cabinet & Hookup to MSB 1 LS $99,999.00 $99,999.00
$269,399.00
Notes:
1
2
Contingency (10%)
The cost of the SCRRA services shown is an estimate only and RCTC will reimburse SCRRA on the basis of actual costs and expenses.
RCTC shall reimburse SCRRA the actual costs and expenses incurred by SCRRA and its contractors and consultants for all services and work
performed in connection with this project, including an allocated overhead representing SCRRA’s costs for administration and management.
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST
NO.ITEM
Track Support Services
Permit Processing
Communication & Signal Support Services
Project Management
SCRRA Provided Material
Power Cabinet
Date
Cooperative Agreement
SCRRA Project No.
Project Name
Schedule
419003
19-33-004-00
25-Mar-21
QUANTITY
UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL COST
11 Months Construction
Riverside Layover Facility-Construction
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RIVERSIDE LAYOVER FACILITY
SCRRA COOP AGREEMENT AMENDMENT 1
1
•Construction contract awarded June 2019
•Substantial completion March 2021
•Project triples storage capacity at station,
adds facilities to service trains overnight
Riverside Layover Facility
SCRRA Coop Agreement
2
•For support activities; submittal reviews,
flagging and inspection.
•Wayside power cabinet (pictured) was to
be reused, per contract.
•During construction SCRRA had issues
with similar cabinets, directed us to
replace with a new one due to age and
power capacity.
•SCRRA can supply and install cabinet for
less than we can obtain one elsewhere.
Riverside Layover Facility
Proposed Contract Amount
3
•Original authorized amount $172,000
•Additional amount being requested $109,999
•Proposed total authorized $281,999
AGENDA ITEM 10
Agenda Item 10
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: April 26, 2021
TO: Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee
FROM: Sheldon Peterson, Rail Manager
THROUGH: Lorelle Moe-Luna, Multimodal Services Director
SUBJECT: Low Carbon Transit Operations Program Resolution
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 21-005, “Resolution of the Riverside County Transportation
Commission Regarding Authorization for the Execution of the Certifications and
Assurances and Authorized Agent Forms for the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program
for the Expanded Perris Valley Line Operations Project Fiscal Year 2022 Funds in the
Amount of $864,540”; and
2) Forward to the Commission for final action.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Commission’s Commuter Rail Program applies for various federal and state funds that are
necessary to fund rail projects within Riverside County. There is also the need for grants to meet
the Commission’s annual funding responsibility related to rail operations and capital projects.
The Commuter Rail Program is currently seeking approval to obtain Low Carbon Transit
Operations Program (LCTOP) grant funding which is available through the California Department
of Transportation in the amount of $864,540. This project would be for the Expanded Perris
Valley Line (PVL) Operations FY 2021/22 that will continue to fund the previously added weekend
service. This is an eligible project since it reduces GHG emissions and supports Metrolink’s effort
to increase mode share.
As required by the LCTOP grant guidelines, Resolution No. 21-005 is needed to authorize use of
the funds on PVL operations and authorize the Executive Director to execute the certifications
and assurances and authorized agent forms. The resolution is required to submit and file the
grant; therefore, staff recommends approval of the resolution related to the FY 2021/22 LCTOP
grant.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding received from this grant is included in the FY 2021/22 budget and will be reflected in
Commission’s FY 2021/22 Short Range Transit Plan.
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Financial Information
In Fiscal Year Budget: Yes Year: FY 2021/22 Amount: $864,540
Source of Funds: LCTOP Budget Adjustment: No
GL/Project Accounting No.: 034198 415 41511 0000 103 25 41501
Fiscal Procedures Approved: Date: 04/13/2021
Attachment: Resolution No. 21-005
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RESOLUTION No. 21-005
RESOLUTION OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
REGARDING AUTHORIZATION FOR THE EXECUTION OF THE
CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES AND AUTHORIZED AGENT FORMS
FOR THE LOW CARBON TRANSIT OPERATIONS PROGRAM FOR THE
EXPANDED PERRIS VALLEY LINE OPERATIONS PROJECT FISCAL YEAR 2022
FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $864,540
WHEREAS, the Riverside County Transportation Commission is an eligible project
sponsor and may receive state funding from the Low Carbon Transit Operations
Program (LCTOP) for transit projects; and
WHEREAS, the statutes related to state-funded transit projects require a local or
regional implementing agency to abide by various regulations; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 862 (2014) named the Department of Transportation
(Department) as the administrative agency for the LCTOP; and
WHEREAS, the Department has developed guidelines for the purpose of administering
and distributing LCTOP funds to eligible project sponsors (local agencies); and
WHEREAS, the Riverside County Transportation Commission wishes to delegate
authorization to execute these documents and any amendments thereto to Anne Mayer,
Executive Director; and
WHEREAS, the Riverside County Transportation Commission wishes to implement the
LCTOP project listed above,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the
Riverside County Transportation Commission that the fund recipient agrees to comply
with all conditions and requirements set forth in the Certification and Assurances and
the Authorized Agent documents and applicable statutes, regulations and guidelines for
all LCTOP funded transit projects.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Anne Mayer, Executive
Director be authorized to execute all required documents of the LCTOP program and
any Amendments thereto with the California Department of Transportation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the
Riverside County Transportation Commission that it hereby authorizes the submittal of
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the following project nomination and allocation request to the Department in FY 2020-21
LCTOP funds:
List project(s), including the following information:
Project Name: Expanded Perris Valley Line Operations FY 2022
Amount of LCTOP funds requested: $864,540
Short description of project:
Funding will be used for operating costs associated to expand the commuter rail Perris
Valley Line.
Contributing Sponsor: Not applicable
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of May 2021.
Jan Harnik
Riverside County Transportation Commission
ATTEST:
Lisa Mobley, Clerk of the Board
Riverside County Transportation Commission
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Agenda Item 11
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: April 26, 2021
TO: Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee
FROM: Monica M. Morales, Senior Management Analyst
THROUGH: Lorelle Moe-Luna, Multimodal Services Director
SUBJECT: Measure A Specialized Transit Award Recommendations for Fiscal Years
2021/22 – 2023/24
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for the Committee to:
1) Approve the staff recommendations for the Measure A Western Riverside County
Specialized Transit Program Fiscal Year (FY) 2021/22 - 2023/24 Call for Projects totaling
$8,951,257;
2) Approve an allocation of $150,000 for a specialized transit pilot program for the city of
Menifee (City);
3) Direct staff to prepare agreements with the award recipients to outline the scope, project
schedules, and local funding commitments;
4) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director to execute the agreements with the award
recipients, pursuant to legal counsel review; and
5) Forward to the Commission for final action.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The 2009 Measure A Expenditure Plan allocates approximately 11.6 percent of the annual
revenues from the 2009 Measure A Western County program to public transit. The public transit
allocation is then distributed among five programs, namely: specialized transit services,
specialized transit-consolidated transportation service agency operations, commuter rail,
intercity bus, and commuter services. The Measure A Specialized Transit Program receives about
1.9 percent of the 2009 Measure A Western County program revenues, or a 16.4 percent share
of the 11.6 percent for public transit. The program provides funding to benefit older adults,
persons with disabilities, and/or those that are most vulnerable and truly needy in Western
County. In Western County, this funding has been distributed through a competitive process to
a wide array of non-profit and community organizations that serve these constituencies for
specialized transit services for persons with disabilities and older adults.
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The goals of the Measure A Specialized Transit Program for western Riverside County are to:
• Support directly operated services that expand or extend existing services, which, if not
funded by Measure A funds, would leave an area and/or special population without
alternate service options;
• Support existing services that offer an improved level of service coordination with the
existing transportation network;
• Expand new services that leverage other revenue sources, can be administered in a cost-
effective manner, and will not require long-term support from Measure A funding; and
• Support new and expansion of existing services including transportation for veterans and
shuttles including, but not limited to, nutrition and medical services.
Projects that are eligible under the program include operating and capital projects such as senior
transportation shuttles, non-emergency medical transportation services, bus pass/voucher
programs, mileage reimbursement programs, travel training, vehicle and maintenance
equipment, communications and dispatch equipment, and mobility management.
Providing funding to non-profit providers of transit services for persons with disabilities, low
income, and senior citizens has long been a priority of the Commission. The voter-approved 1989
and 2009 Measure A Expenditure Plans specify funding allocations for the provision of this type
of service provided by transit operators and non-profit agencies.
DISCUSSION:
The fifth program cycle is set to expire on June 30, 2021. At its January 2021 meeting, the
Commission directed staff to release the program guidelines and application for the FYs 2021/22
– 2023/24 Measure A Western Riverside County Specialized Transit Call for Projects and
approved the funding allocation. The Call for Projects was released to the public on January 13,
2021 and applications were due February 17, 2021. The following table is a summary of the total
available funds covering FYs 2021/22 through 2023/24.
FISCAL YEARS 2021/22-2023/24
Funding Source Fiscal Year Total
2009 Measure A 2022 $2,891,000
2009 Measure A 2023 $2,920,000
2009 Measure A 2024 $2,949,000
TOTAL $8,760,000
A total of 19 operations and capital project proposals were received from 16 agencies, totaling
$9,717,000 in requests. To evaluate and score the projects, one staff member from the San
Bernardino County Transportation Authority, Riverside Transit Agency, and SunLine Transit
Agency participated on the evaluation panel. Additionally, three Commission staff members
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evaluated applications, for a total of six evaluators. The scoring criteria outlined in the approved
program guidelines were used by the evaluation committee.
After final scores and analysis, staff determined that some applications exceeded the maximum
amount allowable per project and/or included non-eligible expenses. Upon final negotiations
with applicants, it was determined that the 3-year program would be oversubscribed by
$191,257; however, staff determined that the funding for this Call for Projects could be increased
by $191,257 due to available fund balance. Staff recommends the approval of the awards
summarized in Attachment 1 for a total allocation of $8,951,257 for this Call for Projects.
In addition, staff recommends an award of $150,000 to the City for a specialized transit pilot
project. The City submitted an application in the Call for Projects for a Dial-A-Ride Voucher
Program; however, it was determined that the request was not consistent with the Specialized
Transit goals since it would create new Dial-A-Ride trips rather than mitigating growth on the
more costly service. The City hoped, that through this voucher program, it would be able to
gather information to develop a more robust specialized transit service for its residents in the
future. Commission staff recognizes that the City has a need to address the specialized
transportation population given the large senior community in Sun City. In discussion with City
staff, the City opted to rescind its application and it was recommended that a more detailed
analysis be completed prior to the deployment of a new program or service. Staff recommends
that a capacity building pilot project commencing with a market study be completed in
collaboration with the City to do the following:
• Conduct a tailored city-level market analysis of its seniors/disabled/low-income
population, including surveys, community meetings, and outreach with local social service
agencies;
• Provide education and outreach on the existing resources such as the Transportation
Reimbursement and Information Project (TRIP), a volunteer driver mileage
reimbursement program and others that already exist;
• Conduct a mini symposium and bring in other small non-profit providers in the Measure
A network to share best practices, experiences, and project development ideas;
• Conduct other market research in which a subsidy program with a transportation network
company such as Uber or Lyft might be an option; and
• Provide practical recommendations that the City may take to deploy a pilot program.
Funding for this study will be led by the Commission and will be included in the FY 2021/22
budget. Staff recommends that the Commission approve $150,000 of Measure A Specialized
Transit funds for a pilot project pending the recommendations of the study. The pilot project is
consistent with the program goals and strategies to build capacity for expanded transportation
options and can also be used as a model for other cities and communities in the county who
require similar services.
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There is no financial impact on the FY 2020/21 budget. Measure A Specialized Transit funds for
the recommended awards are included in the proposed FY 2021/22 budget and will be budgeted
for in FYs 2022/23 and 2023/24 through the regular budget process.
Financial Information
In Fiscal Year Budget: Yes
N/A Year: FY 2021/22
FY 2022/23+ Amount: $3,500,000
$5,601,257
Source of Funds: 2009 Measure A Western County
Specialized Transit Budget Adjustment: No
N/A
GL/Project Accounting No.: 260 26 86101 $8,733,887 Specialized Transit Operating
260 26 86102 $367,370 Specialized Transit Capital
Fiscal Procedures Approved: Date: 04/14/2021
Attachment: FY 2021/22 – 2023/24 Measure A Specialized Transit Call for Projects Award
Recommendations
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FY2022-2024 PROJECT REQUEST AND RECOMMENDATION FUNDING SUMMARY
Project Type Project Name
Me
a
n
S
c
o
r
e
Total 3 Year
Project Cost
Total 3 Year
Measure A
Award
Required
Match
1 Care A Van Directly Operated
Transportation Service Care A Van Transit 85 1,510,430$ 996,884$ 513,546$
2 Independent Living
Partnership Mileage Reimbursement TRIP Western Riverside 84 3,631,716$ 1,519,752$ 2,111,964$
3 Friends of Moreno Valley Directly Operated
Transportation Service Mo-Van 84 528,085$ 297,585$ 230,500$
4 Boys & Girls Club Southwest
County
Directly Operated
Transportation Service
Before & After School ST
program 82 908,050$ 599,313$ 308,737$
5 Exceed Directly Operated
Transportation Service Hemet Transportation 80 664,860$ 244,860$ 420,000$
6 Boys & Girls Menifee Valley Directly Operated
Transportation Service Ride to Success 80 599,307$ 395,543$ 203,764$
7 US Vets Directly Operated
Transportation Service
Initiative Transportation
Riverside 79 230,644$ 152,225$ 78,419$
8 RUHS - Medical Center Directly Operated
Transportation Service MC Transportation Program 77 2,764,838$ 1,576,860$ 1,187,978$
9 Voices for Children Mileage Reimbursement Mileage Reimbursement
Program 77 588,151$ 388,180$ 199,971$
10 Forest Folk Directly Operated
Transportation Service Idyllwild Area Shuttle Service 76 254,848$ 167,848$ 87,000$
11 City of Norco Directly Operated
Transportation Service
Seniors on the Move Transp
Program 76 382,818$ 252,661$ 130,157$
12 Operation SafeHouse Directly Operated
Transportation Service
Main St. Transitional Living &
Permanent Supportive Housing
Program
74 171,710$ 113,329$ 58,381$
13 Care Connexxus Directly Operated
Transportation Service Specialized Transportation 74 1,210,806$ 799,132$ 411,674$
14 Care Connexxus Capital Capital Vehicle Purchase
(3 Buses)Specialized Transportation 72 225,000$ 112,500$ 112,500$
15 RUHS - Behavorial Health
Capital
Capital Vehicle Purchase
(2 Vans, 2 Sedans)Transportation Change 70 144,000$ 72,000$ 72,000$
16 RUHS - Medical Center
Capital
Capital Vehicle Lease (3
Vans)Transportation Program 69 365,740$ 182,870$ 182,870$
17 RUHS - Behavorial Health Directly Operated
Transportation Service Transportation Change 68 1,589,245$ 1,048,901$ 540,343$
18 Michelle's Place Travel Training/
Assistance
Treatment Travel Assistance
Program 55 46,690$ 30,815$ 15,875$
15,816,937$ 8,951,257$ 6,865,680$
367,370 Capital
8,583,887 Operating
Applicant
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MEASURE A SPECIALIZED TRANSIT PROGRAM
Fiscal Year Awards 2021/22 –2023/24
Monica Morales, Sr. Management Analyst -Transit
1
FY2021/22 –2023/24 Measure A Specialized Transit Awards
Call for Projects Applications
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS COMMITTEE 4/26/21
2
Call released
01/13/21
Applications
due 02/17/21
Total available
$8.76 million
16
Agencies
submitted
FY2021/22 –2023/24 Measure A Specialized Transit Awards
Measure A Awards
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS COMMITTEE 4/26/21
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Voices for Children MR 388,180$
Independent Living Partnership MR 1,519,752$
RUHS - Behavorial Health Capital Cap 72,000$
Care Connexxus Capital Cap 112,500$
RUHS - Medical Center Capital Cap 182,870$
Total Award $8.95 million
Michelle's Place Ops 30,815$
Operation SafeHouse Ops 113,329$
US Vets Ops 152,225$
Forest Folk Ops 167,848$
Exceed Ops 244,860$
City of Norco Ops 252,661$
Friends of Moreno Valley Ops 297,585$
Boys & Girls Menifee Valley Ops 395,543$
Boys & Girls Club Southwest County Ops 599,313$
Care Connexxus Ops 799,132$
Care A Van Ops 996,884$
RUHS - Behavorial Health Ops 1,048,901$
RUHS - Medical Center Ops 1,576,860$
FY2021/22 –2023/24 Measure A Specialized Transit Awards
Measure A Pilot Project
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS COMMITTEE 4/26/21
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Recommendations for a pilot
program
City-level market analysis of
seniors/disabled/low-income
Education and outreach
Best Practices from other Measure A
recipients
FY2021/22 –2023/24 Measure A Specialized Transit Awards
Recommendations
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS COMMITTEE 4/26/21
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1) Approve $8,951,257 in Measure A Specialized Transit Programs
2) Approve $150,000 Specialized Transit Pilot Program for the City of Menifee
3) Direct staff to prepare agreements with award recipients to outline the scope, project,
schedules and local funding commitments;
4) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director to execute the agreements with the award
recipients pursuant to legal counsel review; and
5) Forward to the Commission for final action.
QUESTIONS?
6
AGENDA ITEM 12
ORAL REPORT
15/91 EXPRESS LANES CONNECTOR
David Thomas,
Interim Toll Program Director
April 26, 2021
1
Western Riverside County
Programs and Projects Committee
Overview
2
•RCTC, in partnership with Caltrans
•Design-build of tolled connectors between RCTC’s
express lane facilities:
From eastbound 91 Express Lanes to
northbound 15 Express Lanes and
From southbound 15 Express Lanes to
westbound 91 Express Lanes
Extension of EB Express Lane
Extension of EB GP Lane
•Myers-Rados JV (DB), Kapsch (TSP), Parsons (PCM)
•Schedule: April 2021 to 2023
•$270 million investment
•2,300 jobs created
Project Benefits
3
•Reduce traffic congestion and improve operations
•Enhance safety
•Connectivity and increase travel time reliability
between toll facilities
I-15 Temporary Traffic Shifts
4
•SB15 Express Lanes to cross-over
to provide room for ELC construction
•GP and Express Lanes traffic shifts
•Fall 2021 to spring 2023
Directional Weekend
Closures
5
•WB91
Early 2022: Build connector falsework over WB91
Late 2022: Remove connector falsework
•SB15
Mid 2022: Build connector falsework over SB15
Early 2023: Remove connector falsework
Eastbound 91 Lane Reconfiguration (Stage 3a)
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•Reduction of lane addition at Lincoln Avenue
•Removal of lane drop at Main Street onramp
•Possible downstream capacity available early
•Stage 3a summer 2022 –spring 2023
Traffic Management
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•Staging Plans, Traffic Handling Plans, TMP, Lane
Closure Requirements
•FSP and CHP support for no/limited shoulder areas
and closures
•Public outreach and advanced roadside and overhead
signs for lane changes and closures
Stay Connected
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rctc.org/15-91connector
(844) 415-9777
15-91connector@rctc.org
Text CONNECTOR to (844) 771-0995
@1591Connector
QUESTIONS & THANK YOU
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS
COMMITTEE
ROLL CALL
APRIL 26, 2021
Present Absent
County of Riverside, District I X
County of Riverside, District V X
City of Corona X
City of Eastvale X
City of Hemet X
City of Jurupa Valley X
City of Menifee X
City of Moreno Valley X
City of Murrieta X
City of Norco X
City of Perris X
City of Wildomar X