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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20101020boardminutesBoard of Directors CAPITAL AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION October 20.2O18 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Lee Fritz, Designee for Donald Dou^Kritzer, Callaway County Larry Benz, P.E,Cole County Brian Crane, Holts Summit Jeff Hoelscher, Designee for Marc EUingwr.Cole County* David Griffith, Jefferson City Rich Koon.Chairman, Jefferson City Matt Morosoh.P.E.Designee for Charles Lansford Jefferson City Jim PenfoN.Jefferson City Janice McMillan, A|CP.Jefferson City Bob Weber, Jefferson City EriuSohrootor. Designee for Rog*rSnhwartze. P.E.. K4oDOT *Arrived late EX -OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT (Non-Votin_q) Denis Begonmvic.K4oOOT Steve Billings, MoDOT Michael Latuazek, Federal Highway Administration Pam Murray, Callaway County Economic Development Representative EX -OFFICIO MEMBERS ABSENT (Non -Voting) Jon Schmidt, Federal Transit Administration CAMPO STAFF PRESENT. (Non -Voting) Sonny Sanders, Planner | Anne Stratman, Administrative Assistant CAMPO STAFF ABSENT (Non-Votinq) Alan Morrison, AICP, Senior Transportation Planner OTHERS PRESENT David Bange, Engineering Division Director Carlene Bax, City of St. Martins Kent Brown, Local Attorney, Jefferson City Bill Lockwood, Director of Parks, Recreation & Forestry Nathan Nickolaus, City Counselor, City of Jefferson Curtis Owens, Mid Missouri Regional Planning Commission Ben Yarnell, News Tribune Call toorder, roll call, and determination ofoquorum Chairman Koon brought the meeting to order at 12:15 p,m. In lieu of calling role, Chairman Koon asked everyone to introduce themselves. Aquorum was present with all voting members ortheir designees inattendance. Public Comments Nocomments were received. 3. Adoption ofthe Agenda osprinted oramended Mr. Benz moved and Mc K4onaoohyaconded to adopt the agenda on printed. The motion passed unanimously. Mr. Hoelscher arrived ad1210pm. 4. Approval ofthe Minutes from the Regular Meeting ofSeptember 15.201O Mr. Weber moved and Mr. Penfold seconded to approve the minutes from the Regular Meeting of September 15.201Ousprinted. The motion passed unanimously. MinUteslCapital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board ofDiryukoro October 20, 20 10 Page 2 5. Communications � City ofSt. Martins — pertaining tothe Small Cities Voting Representative onthe Technical Committee and the rotation of the Small Cities Representative on the Board. G. Reports K8a. K8cK4iUun reported that the Technical Committee did not meet in Odober, but the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Subcommittee met on October 14, 2010 to discuss the timeline, content and funding ofthe plan. The Subcommittee iascheduled tomeet again onOctober 28.2010 Administrative Modifications a. Administrative Modifications to the F\20Y1Unified Planning Work Program Ms. McMillan explained that comments from Missouri Department ofTransportation (MoD[)T)and the Federal Highway Administration (FHVV/\) have resulted in u list of modifications to the FY2011 Unified Planning Work Program. She stated that the administrative modifications do not affect the budget nrmatching funds. b. Administrative Modifications to the FY2011-2014 Transportatbn Improvement Prograrn Ms. McMillan explained that comments from K8mDOT and FHVVA have neuu|bad in a list of modifications to the FY2011-2014 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), as well. She stated that the administrative modifications dunot affect the projects. (Y) Review ofOperations & Maintenance Mileages and Expenditures Mo. McMillan explained that Alan Morrison had revisited this topic with each |urisdiotion's public works staff following the discussion at the September 15 meeting, and agreement had been reached as to the revisions. The revised tables ahmm calculations of federal aid roadway mi|eoge, centerline mileage and lane mileage; and expenditures for operations and maintenance for each jurisdiction. Ma. McMillan explained the changes will bemade uanoted ineach document, then sent hoMoD()Tand FHVVA. She stated these changes maybe processed as administrative modifications. A. Bylaw Amendments Proposed byStaff Ms. McMillan explained that these proposed bylaw amendments have completed the 30 -day notice period and if the Board so chooses may be approved by vote today. She stated that the purpose for the amendments to Section 12.3 and Section 22.2 is to make the bylaws and meeting procedures consistent with the adopted Public Participation Plan. /. Section Y23 - Meeting Procedures — Board ofDirectors The proposed bylaw reads asfollows: Section 12 Meeting Procedure 123 The Board shall establish and approve anannual meeting schedule. Meeting notices and committee funntion(o)will normally beinitiated bythe MPO staff. notification for mee�Rg-at-least location. A proposed ageRda-should-also-be-prGvkied-to ensure tha"deqtiate-preparation-ca n ocGur The five days notice may -be -waived if--e-x4enuat4r4g--ir-cu4T-�st-anGe-s--re��r-e�mer-geiiGy meetjag� provided -that all -of the mernbe-rs-have-been-not4fied-,Gf -such--rnee4jng-.- Procedures for meeting notices will be gpvierned bv the Public PartiCiDation Plan. Mr. Morasch moved and Mr. Griffith seconded to adopt the proposed bylaw amendment for Section 12.3 as written. The motion passed 10-1 with the following votes: Aye: Benz, Frib, Griffith, Hoe|aohex, Koon, McMiUon, PWoranoh, Penfo|d, Sohroeter, Weber Nay: Crane 2. Section 22.3—Meeting Procedures — Technical Committee The proposed bylaw reads oufollows: Section 22 Meeting Procedur 32.2 The Committee shall establish and approve anannual meeting schedule. Meeting notices and committee funrtion(s)will normally beinitiated byMPO Staff. Minute Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board ofDirectors October 282010 Page rnay-b---waived--if-,axt--nuating-,cimutT-�st-@nGe-s- r,-qU4Fe--an- emergency meetinQ and provided that me-mber-s--f-iave-r--Geived--actual--noti,Ge--of -such -meeting. Procedures for meeting notices. -will -be Mr. Morasch moved and Mr. Penfold seconded to adoptthe proposed bylaw amendment for Section 22.2 as written. The motion passed 10'1 with the following votes: Aye: Beuz, Friiz, Griffith, Hoelscher, Koon. yWoyWiUun. K4orusuh. Penfo|d, Schroe|er, Weber Nay: Crane 3. Section Y4.5—Responsibilities mfthe Board ofDirectors The proposed bylaw reads osfollows: Section 14 — Responsibilities of the Board of Directors 14.5 Adopt oshort-range transportation improvement program that iuupdated +annually. Ms. McMillan explained that the purpose of this amendment is to allow flexibility so that we are always incompliance with federal regulations. K4r. Mnroachmoved and Mr. Penfo|dseconded toadopt the proposed bylaw amendment toSection 14.5aswritten. The motion passed unanimously. A. New Business A. Transportation Enhancement Applications Staff distributed project descriptions prepared by the sponsors, staff comments and maps showing population in poverty by census block group and minority population bycensus block group. K4u, McMillan reported the availability of $2.6million inDistrict 5whereas $Smillion inapplications were submitted, and that the Board has been asked by MoDOT to prioritize the CAMPO projects. Mr. Crane inquired ofthe deadline hzsubmit the rankings toMoOOT Ms. McMillan replied that the rankings are to be returned to MoDOT by November 3, 2010, but that the Board members' responses should be returned to CAMP0 staff by October 27. 2010. to allow staff sufficient time compute the rankings and let everyone know the results before they are sent to[WuD{}T. [Wn. Murray inquired about the low income and minority populations criteria, as to whether a distinction should be made between projects located within such areas orwhether projects benefitted these groups. Ms. McMillan replied that either measure could boused. Ms. Murray reminded Board members of the map released by MuOOT relating to ARRA projects which showed Callaway County as economically disadvantaged. Ms. McMillan added that staff distributed maps taken from the Metropolitan Transportation Plan showing distribution oflow and moderate income populations and minority populations within the CAK8P0area, Mr. Morasch commented that the low income and minority criteria were adopted by the Board, but that MoDOT's Transportation Enhancement team will be looking at MoDOT's criteria and not necessarily all ofthe criteria onthe CAMP0ranking sheet. Mr. Sohroakeradded that the Transportation Enhancement team will get ucopy ofeveryone's complete application. He a(a1ad that they will gather the rankings from each planning organization and will meet toselect the final project. Ms. McMillan pointed out that the ranking sheet includes criteria from both CAMPO prioritization process and MoDOT Transportation Enhancement program. CityofJefferson #1—Jefferson City Rkvenfrom//AdVanbIsland Nature Area Access Phase 8 Mr. Lockwood presented information on the Phase || project. He stated that Phase | provided pedestrian and bicyclist access to the north side, and that Phase 11 would provide access to the rest of Adrian's Island. Mr. Lockwood explained that the estimated cost ofthe project in$4OO.0OO. Mr. Schroeter inquired whether all of the railroad agreements were in place. Mr. Lockwood responded that the railroad has agreed to the concept of the pnojec, howevar, they do not have a crossing agreement as yet. He stated that the right-of-way acquisition is currently underway. MinuteslCapital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board ofDirectors October 20, 2D/0 Page City ofJefferson #2—Water Street Improvements Mr, Bangepresented this project, and explained its proximity to the Jefferson Landing State Historic Site, where the Amtrak Station and Elizabeth Rosier Gallery are located, He stated that the proposed project will replace some existing street and sidewalks and address stormwater and ADA issues, Mr. Bange explained that the proposed project lies completely within City right-of-way. City of Jefferson #3—Missouri Boulevard Sidewalk Mr. Bange presented this project, explaining that the proposed sidewalk project is located along the south side of Missouri Boulevard between Heisinger Road and Stoneridge Parkway. He stated that in 2008 the City installed concrete pads ateight locations on Missouri Boulevard which started |ha intermodal connection with the transit system. He stated that this project is completely located within MoDOT right-of-way. Mr. Sohroeter clarified that MoDOT maintains Missouri Boulevard and would be responsible for maintenance if these sidewalks are constructed. City ofHolts Summit #Y-3. Summit Drive from North Elementary School &oHighway 0O Mr. Crane presented this projaot, describing its location along the west side of South Summit Drive between North Elementary School to Route 00He stated that the proposed sidewalk project would increase safety for children and pedestrians along this stretch of roadway. Mr.Crane explained that the estimated project cost is $395.000 of which the City's contribution is approximately $80.000 which represents 20 percent of the total project ouot City of Holts Summit #2 — S. Summit Drive froin Perrey Drive to E. Ceoter Street Mr. Crane presented this project, stating that the proposed project is located along the east side of South Summit Drive between Peney Drive and East Center Street. He stated that the proposed sidewalk project would increase safety for children and pedestrians along this stretch of roadway. K8r. Crane explained that the estimated project cost is $461.280 of which the City's contribution is approximately $02.364which represents 2Opercent ofthe total project cost. Fu||ovvinA the presentationa, ranking sheets and return envelopes were distributed to each Board mombar. B. Appointment of Small Cities Voting Representative to the Technical Committee yWo. McMillan explained that Section 1 1.1.D states that one voting member shall be appointed from Holts Summit or one of the small cities outside of the City of Jefferson within the MPO, and that there are three jurisdictions eligible to serve in this position. She referred to Section 142.which indicates the Board of Directors is responsible for determining the jurisdictional representation on the Technical Committee and the Board of Directors, including the small cities representative. Ms. McMillan explained that since neither the order of rotation nor the term is specified, staff proposed a policy for consideration by the Board. In response to Mr. Fritz's concern regarding the possibility of other small cities being included in the MPO boundaries once the 2U10Census results are published, Ms. McMillan replied that the Board of Directors will have toaddress that issue in the future. Mr. Fritz commented that part ofthe problem isinSection 11which states the governing body ioto provide the representative for the small cities, and that no one outside of Holts Summit seems to be interested. Mr. Fritz pointed out that until the population changes this Board does not have the authority toappoint someone. Ma. Murray inquired where the bylaws specify the rotation, Mr, Nioko|aua responded that in the absence of provision saying how that rotation will take place the Board of Directors makes 1he decision. He explained that the bylaws clearly say that the small cities must rotate and if you are going tnfollow the bylaws the only cities that are eligible are Lake Mykee and SL Martins. Mr. Crane referred tn St. M a rti ns' observation that each county's requirements for road improvements are different, and their suggestion that asmall cities representative beprovided for both Callaway County and Cole County. Mr. Crane suggested exploring those recnmmondationo. Ms McMillan MirlLlteslCapitaf Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board ofDirectors October 2820YD Page responded that the membership recently discussed and declined bylaw amendments that would have expanded the membership on the Board, and that there will be an opportunity to discuss membership again when Census data is released in 2012. She suggested the Board address the immediate issue, which iathe St. Martins request toparticipate onthe Board, Mr, Crane nonxnmniodthat St. Martins asked for a small city representative for both counties. He explained that if that would not happen they said that the amoU cities aeu( on the Board of Directors or the Technical Committee Would be acceptable. Mr. Crane stated that the Technical Committee is Supposed to Supply LIS With technical advice and they have not seen this yet. mohbn� Mr. Crane moved and Mr. Fritz seconded to refer the subject of the notation of the amuU cities representative onthe Board ofDirectors tothe Technical Committee. Discussion. - Ms. McMillan suggested that policy discussions should be the purview of the Board ���on.-Ms.K4oyWU|unaugUentedthatpo|irydiocuuoionaahouNbethopurviewoftheBoord Mr. Morasch inquired whether the rotation should start with Holts Summit now and rotate to another jurisdiction in 2012 so that the next jurisdiction would have time to become acquainted with the process. K4r. Koon stated that his understanding is to rotate from Holts Summit to the next jurisdiction starting in November of2010 Ms. McMillan clarified that the proposed policy suggests St. Martins be appointed to the rotating seat on the Board, and that Holts Summit be appointed to the rotating seat on the Technical Ms. Bax explained that when SU. Martino submitted their comments they were not aware that the Census results would not be released until 2012. She stated they see the point about not knowing how many other cities will be involved in this organization after the Census results will be released. Ms. Bax explained with that in mind, they will be happy with whatever decision is made. Mr. Griffith commented that when the Census data becomes available wecould see Taos and VVordsviUe come into the urbanized area, and that doing anything now is premature. Mr. Penfold stated that he does not believe that this particular question is a technical question and should not bereferred tothe Technical Committee. Vote: The motion failed 3-8 with the following votes: Aye: Benz, Crane, Fritz Nay.- Griffith, Hoelscher, Koon, McMillan, Morasch, Penfold, Schroeter, Weber Motion: Mr. PenfoNmoved and Ms. McMillan seconded hoappoint Holts Summit authe voting representative onthe Technical Committee for atwo year period ending inNovember 2O12. D���� Mr. Crane stated that he is opposed to this and again noted the concerns that St. Martins outlined in the letter that they submitted. The motion passed 6-5 with the following votes: Aye: Griffith, Knon.McMillan, Mwruoch.Panfu|d.Weber Nay: Benz, Crane, Fritz, Hoelscher, Sohroeter C. Rotation ofSmall Cities Representative unthe Board ofDirectors Mr. Crane moved and Mr. Hoelscher seconded to appoint one small city representative from Callaway County and one small city representative from Cole County on the Board of Directors. Discussion: Mr. Penfo|d inquired whether the Board can dothis without changing the by|uvva. Ma. yWcK8i||nn explained that this would require aratification process. MinuteslCapital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Board ofDirectors October 20, 20/0 Page Mr. Koon inquired whether Mr. Crane would like to restate his motion. In response, Mr, Crane moved and Mr. Hoelscher seconded toamend the bylaws toappoint one small city representative from Callaway County and one small city representative from Cole County on the Board of Directors. Mr. Weber inquired of the process for amending the bylaws. Ms. K4oMiUon explained all participating jurisdictions must benotified and vote onit. Mr, Weber inquired whether this amendment would change the bylaws orwould it be to start the process. In response, M/, Benz explained that this amendment would change the bylaws if it is rutified, but at this point it just starts the process. Mr. Nicko|oua offered his parliamentarian's perspective that Mr. Crane's motion was not in order because the motion has nnrelationship tothe item onthe agenda. Mr. Koon accepted the ruling ofthe Parliamentarian, advising Mr. Crane that his motion was out oforder. Mr. Koon suggested hMr. Crane that Robert's Rules ofOrder allows achallenge toopoint oforder. Mr. Crane decided not hoappeal. Mr. Koon asked if there is another motion on agenda item QC — Rotation of Small Cities Representative on the Board of Directors. Mr. Crane moved and Mr. Hoelscher seconded |ntable agenda item QCtothe next Board ofDirectors meeting. Discussion. - Mr. Hoelscher asked for a clarification on ����K8r.Hoe|ouhe/aakedforadarifioutionon whether weare deciding the rotation orwho gets the seat when the results ofthe Census are released in2O12. Mr. Koon explained that this vote would determine who would be the representative for the anna|| cities for the next two years starting now. in 2010 Mr. Weber requested a point of order, that there is no discussion on a motion to table. Mr. Koon ceased discussion and called for the vote. The motion failed 5-6 with the following votes: Aye: Benz, Crane, Fritz, Hoelscher, Sohroetor Nay: Griffith, Koon. K4oK8iUun, K8oraaoh, Paofo|d, Weber Mr. Penfold moved and Mr. Morasch seconded to appoint St, Martins as the small city representative onthe Board ofDirectors for atwo year term ending inNovember uf2U12. Discussion: Mr. Crane and Mr. Fritz voiced (heir opposition. With no additional disuuesion, the motion passed Q-3with the following vote: Aye: Benz, Griffith, Hoelscher, Koon, K8nyWiUan, K4oranch.PonfoN. Sohrom(mr.VVeb*/ Nay: Crane, Fritz 10. Other Business A. Mr. Koon stated that Mr. Crane had a motion that was ruled out of order under New Business. He inquired whether Mr. Crane would like to bring up that motion under Other Business. |nresponse, Mr. Crane declined hndoso. B. Ms McMillan welcomed Mr. Michael Latuszek, from the Federal Highway Administration. 11. Next Meeting Dat* Wednesday, November 17.2010od1215p.m.hnthe Boone/Bancroft Room #2OO.City Hall, Jefferson City. 12. Adjournment Resp fu S b ,Jt7UG�--h - An U Ptma`&ministrative Assistant