HomeMy Public PortalAbout08 August 12, 1992 CommissionTER -DEPARTMENTAL LE rER
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
FRANKLIN E. SHERKOW
Director of Transportation
TO: Supervisor Kay Ceniceros
Supervisor Melba Dunlap
Supervisor Corky Larson
FROM: Franklin E. Sherkow
Director of Transportation
RE: RCTC Agenda Comments - August 12, 1992
(Based on Administrative Committee Agenda
from August 6, 1992)
DATE: August 4, 1992
Items on the final RCTC Agenda should have similar titles, but
different numbers.
Agenda Item #4B - WRCOG Special Committee Related to Improved
input to RCTC.
A commission meeting with 23 city's voting representatives will
probably require ten to twelve hours to consider, discuss and act
on the average agenda.
You may want to consider designating CVAG and WRCOG as voting
members of the commission. The respective cities and local
agencies can present their issues and concerns through their
respective COG's.
Agenda Item #4E - Congestion Management Program Transportation
Demand Ordinance and RTIP Conformity Finding
The commission may desire to do more than simply receive and file
and consider providing conceptual approval and direction on the
ordinance before it reaches final draft stage.
Agenda Item #4F - LAFCO Repayment Policy
More than adequate time has been provided for all local agencies
to review and submit their concerns and comments regarding this
repayment policy to WRCOG and CVAG. It is strongly recommended
that RCTC staff be directed to finalize a response to LAFCO's
request for comments.
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Agenda Item #4H - UCH Inland Empire Business and Economic Data
Bank and Forecasting Center.
Recommend approval. Reliable economic data and forecasts are
essential for long-range planning activities.
Agenda Item #4I - Draft Measure A Strategic Plan Update
Recommend support of staff recommendations.
Agenda Item #411 - Car Allowances and Staff Cars.
Due to the layoffs during the last two years, various County
Departments may have a surplus of vehicles which possibly could
be rented on a daily basis or leased for longer periods or
actually purchased.
The potential cost savings may make it worth the effort to
investigate these alternatives.
Agenda Item #5A - Approval of Additional Loan Funds to the County
of Riverside for Completion of I-15/Corridor Analysis.
Strongly recommend approval. Improved traffic circulation is
essential for industrial and commercial development of the Mira
Loma/Jurupa area.
Agenda Item #5C - FY 1992-93 LTF Allocations for Streets and
Roads - Western Riverside County Area.
Staff should be directed to revisit the need to maintain a
reserve sometime in January 1993. Funds not fully justified for
transit purposes should be made available for street and road
purposes by March 1993.
Agenda Item #5D - FY 1992-93 LTF Allocations for Streets and
Roads - Palo Verde Valley
Recommend approval.
Agenda Item #6H - Measure A Funding Request from Riverside
General Hospital
Recommend support.
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Agenda Item #61 - !Measure A Funding Request from Family Service
Association of Western Riverside County.
Will waiver of the 50% maintenance of efforts
establish a precedent which may have to be
service providers?
Agenda Item #6J - SB 821 Extension Requests
on operating funds
extended to similar
from the Cities of
Cathedral City and Coachella and the County of Riverside
Recommend approval.
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 1992
1:00 P.M.
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AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
June 10, 1992, June 29, 1992, and July 8, 1992 Commission meetings.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS.
4. CLOSED SESSION.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR - All matters on the Consent Calendar will be approved
In a single motion unless a Commissioner requests separate action on
specific items.
5A. CONSENT CALENDAR - GENERAL ITEMS.
5A1. POLICY RELATING TO TIME ALLOTTED FOR PUBLIC TESTIMONY AT
COMMISSION MEETINGS.
Overview
The Commission's by-laws do not specify time allotted for public testimony. Staff
recommends that the Commission adopt a policy limiting the time allocated for
public testimony to five (5) minutes for each individual speaker.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission adopt Ordinance No. 92-02, 'An Ordinance of the Riverside
County Transportation Commission Amending Article N, Section F of the
Commission's Code of Regulations (Ordinance 89-004) to Limit the Amount of
Time Allocated for Public Testimony for Each Individual Speaker.
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5A2. WRCOG SPECIAL COMMITTEE RELATED TO IMPROVED INPUT TO RCTC.
Overview
The Commission deferred response on the City of Perris' request to expand the
voting membership of RCTC to all local jurisdictions until staff could seek
response from CVAG and WRCOG on the proposal. No formal feedback has
been provided by CVAG. The WRCOG has created a special committee to
review the issue and provide recommendations to its Executive Committee.
However, their response could not be prepared in time for the Commission's
August meeting and they have requested delay of reconsideration.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission continue this item to the September 9th meeting to allow
the WRCOG to respond to the recommendations of its special committee.
5A3. RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC) MEMBERSHIP ON
THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (WRCOG) EXECUTNE
COMMITTEE.
Overview
WRCOG has taken action to have a member of the Riverside County
Transportation Commission on their Executive Committee as an ex-officio
member.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission appoint the Chairman, with the Vice Chair as alternate, as
the RCTC representative to the WRCOG Executive Committee.
5A4. D.J. SMITH ASSOCIATES MONTHLY LEGISLATIVE REPORT.
Overview
This is a monthly report of legislative transportation issues as monitored by D.J.
Smith Associates, RCTC's legislative advocate.
Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
5A5. CONTRACT REVISION FOR D.J. SMITH ASSOCIATES
Overview
D.J. Smith and Associates has been the Commission's legislative consultant since
1988. During this period, RCTC has been very successful in accomplishing its
legislative agenda. Current and upcoming projects require a need to expand the
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scope of services for D.J. Smith. He has now been joined by Will Kempton,
previously CaIvens Director of Legislative Affairs and Executive Director of the
Santa Clara County Traffic Authority.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve the following revised budget be approved for D.J
Smith and Associates for FY 1992-93: (1) Legislative Services - $ 45,000; (2)
Project Advocacy Services - $36,000; (3) Clean Fuel Locomotive/SCRRA -
$25,000; and (4) Travel and Expenses - $4,000 for a total contract revision
amount of $108,200.
5A6. UCR INLAND EMPIRE BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DATA BANK AND
FORECASTING CENTER.
Overview
With the growth in size and economic importance of the Inland Empire, the need
and demand for current economic data for planning and forecasting purposes
has become acute. In response to demand for such information, the University
of California at Riverside is establishing the Inland Empire Business and
Economic Data Bank and Forecasting Center to generate, collect and analyze
specific data pertaining to the Inland Empire business activities and economic
demographics.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission authorize the Executive Director to contribute $5,000 to the
UCR Inland Empire Business and Economic Data Bank and Forecasting Center
for Fiscal Year 1992/93.
5A7. DRAFT 1992 MEASURE A STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE.
Overview
After its July 8, 1992 meeting, the Commission held a working session on the
Measure A finance issues, which was a preview of the Measure A Strategic Plan
Update. Staff and its consultants have completed the Plan Update for review.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission: (1) receive the Draft 1992 Measure A Strategic Plan
Update; (2) authorize distribution to the public; (3) schedule for CVAG and
WRCOG review and recommendations; and (4) solicit comments, additional
discussion, and a possible public hearing before the Commission during the
October 14, 1992 meeting.
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5A8. REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL STAFF
Overview
A review of responsibilities reflected a need to fill the Senior Staff Analyst position
and the addition of a Senior Secretary position. The proposal will be reviewed
by the Personnel Committee prior to the August 12th meeting. If the Committee's
defers from the proposed recommendation, the item will be pulled from Consent
Calendar..
Personnel Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve: (1) the addition of a Senior Secretary position
($2,335 - $2,839); and (2) to fill the Senior Staff Analyst position with the
understanding that it may be underfilled depending on candidate pool.
5A9. CAR ALLOWANCES AND STAFF CARS.
Overview
As a continuation from the July meeting, the Commission requested additional
information from staff relating to car allowances and the possibility of purchasing
Commission vehicles. Staff' memorandum will recommend a program as part of
the Commission's compensation package and to relieve staff of travel demands
on the personal vehicles. This item will be reviewed by the Personnel Committee
prior to the meeting. If the Committee recommendation defers from the proposed
recommendation, this item will be pulled from Consent Calendar.
Budget & Finance and Personnel Committees and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission: (1) approve a car allowance program which provides
compensation in the amount of $300 per month to Assistant Directors who travel
more than 5,000 miles per year; and (2) authorize the Executive Director to
purchase two vehicles for an amount not to exceed $35,000.
58. CONSENT CALENDAR - FINANCIAL ITEMS
581. COST AND SCHEDULE REPORTS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY.
Overview
The material attached to the staff memorandum depicts the current cost and
schedule status of contracts reported by Routes, commitments, and Cooperative
Agreements executed by the Commission.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
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562. CONTRACT WITH DOUG AUSL4NDER FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES
Overview
Doug Auslander, formerly of Kemper Securities, has recently accepted
employment with Smith, Barney, Harris Upham, & Co. Our contract with Kemper
Securities contained a provision which required the services of Doug Auslander
as key personnel. If the Commission elected to retain Doug in the role of financial
advisor, the contract with Kemper would have to be terminated, and a contract
with Smith Barney executed. Execution of a contract with Smith Barney for
financial advisory services would require their not serving as an underwriter for
the Commission's bonds.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission authorize the Executive Director to terminate the contract
with Kemper Securities for financial advisory services, and to execute a contract
with Doug Auslander in an amount not to exceed $10,000 for 90 days, with a 30
day extension clause if needed.
5B3. BUDGET REVISION FOR VALLEY RESEARCH AND PLANNING.
Overview
Georgienna Vivian of Valley Research and Planning has devoted a considerable
amount of time to develop the draft CMP handbook. She is currently working on
the fourth draft of the handbook as a result of comments received from the
various agencies. These revisions along with increased numbers of workshops
and presentations and revisions to the modeling procedures, have resulted in
more time being spent on the CMP program than originally anticipated.
Additionally, Valley Research and Planning has played a key role in the
development of the Commissions Draft 1992 Measure A Strategic Plan Update.
Development of this document has been an ongoing and evolving process,
primarily attributable to changing scenarios based on rail negotiations.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission authorize the Executive Director to transfer $7,205.30 from
the 92/93 budget of Valley Research and Planning to the 91 /92 budget, for a total
91/92 budget of $67,205.30 and a 92/93 budget of $52,794.70.
5C. CONSENT CALENDAR • HIGHWAYS/LOCAL STREETS AND ROADS.
5C1. APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL LOAN FUNDS TO THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE FOR
COMPLETION OF I-15/CORRIDOR ANALYSIS
Overview
In February of 1990, the Commission had approved the loaning of funds to a
maximum of $62,000 to complete a corridor analysis and prepare a Project Study
Report (PSR) for Caltrans approval of a new interchange connection. In
September of 1990, RCTC and Riverside County entered into a Memorandum of
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Understanding regarding project development funding for a new interchange to
be analyzed on the 1-15 corridor, south of Route 60. In October of 1991, after
submission of the Draft PSR to Caltrans for review and comment, they had
extensive comments including the need to incorporate additional work needed
as a result of revised PSR guidelines dated September 1991. The new guidelines
require work not included in the original scope and Catrans has stated that the
additional effort will need to be completed prior to concurrence with the PSR.
Budget & Finance and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission: (1) approve additional loan funds of $11,980 to Riverside
County for completion of the 1-15 Corridor Analysis and Project Study Report for
a new interchange; and (2) direct staff to revise the Memorandum of
Understanding to reflect the additional loan funds under the same terms.
5C2. APPROVAL OF CONSULTANT CONTRACT WITH HOLMES & NARVER FOR
CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT SERVICES CONSULTANT AGREEMENT FOR THE
ROUTE 91, ORANGE COUNTY LINE TO MAIN STREET, HOV MEDIAN WIDENING
MEASURE A HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Overview
Construction of this Measure A Highway Improvement project is proceeding on
schedule and is anticipated to be completed by May of 1993. Because of a
current manpower shortage of Caltrans Construction Inspectors and the need to
support the continuing construction activities associated with this project,
Caltrans has requested assistance from the Commission to provide Consultant
Construction Inspectors. Staff and CaVans have negotiated with Holmes &
Narver to provide the inspectors for a six month duration, with additional
construction support service requests being revisited as the need arises.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve a Consultant Service Contract with Holmes &
Narver for Construction Support Services with a budget amount of $372,659 for
the base contract amount, and $102,341 for extra work. Also, approve an
additional budget of $62,000 for the purchase of five medium pick-up trucks (size
and cost of vehicles were downsized in response to Budget and Finance
Committee recommendation) to be used by Holmes & Narver during the life of
this contract and then returned to the Commission. The total contract value is
$537, 000.
5C3. FY 1992-93 LTF ALLOCATIONS FOR STREETS AND ROADS - PALO VERDE VALLEY
Overview
The estimated FY 1992-93 apportionment of Local Transportation Funds (LTF) for
the Palo Verde Valley area is $312,413. The Commission has allocated $32,800
for transit purposes, leaving a balance of $279,613 for local streets and roads
purposes.
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Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve the Local Transportation Fund (LTF) allocations for
streets and roads purposes in the Palo Verde Valley area as shown on the table
included with the staff memorandum.
5D. TRANSIT/RIDESHARE/PARK-N-RIDE
5D1. COMMUTER EXCHANGE UPDATE.
Overview
One of the purposes of the Commuter Exchange is to serve as a back drop and
focal point for promotional activities at employer and public events. To provide
the Commuter Exchange with a higher visibility at such events, a bold exterior
has been designed for the motorhome to communicate three messages:
rideshare, clean air and less traffic. The new look will be unveiled in early
September in time for the State Rideshare Week activities.
Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
5D2. RIVERSIDE EMPLOYER TRANSPORTATION FORUM UPDATE.
Overview
The Second Annual Transportation Fair was held during June by Commuter
Transportation Services, Inc. as part of the monthly Riverside Employer
Transportation Forums. Images of the event held in Coachella Valley and
Western Riverside County areas highlight the importance of the Fair in providing
an opportunity for Employee Transportation Coordinators to meet with a broad
range of vendors and expand their individual program resources.
Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
5D3. FY 1992-93 FTA SECTION 16(B)(2) APPLICATIONS.
Overview
The FTA Section 16(b) (2) program on an 80/20 (federal/local) match basis
provides capital grants for the purpose of assisting private non-profit corporations
and the public agencies, under certain circumstances, in providing transportation
services to meet the needs of elderly persons and persons with disabilities for
whom public mass transportation services are otherwise unavailable, insufficient,
or inappropriate.
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Citizens Advisory Committee/Social Service Transportation Advisory Council
and Staff Recommendation:
That the Commission support the FY 1992-93 (Cycle 24) FTA Section 16(b)(2)
applications as recommended by the review committee.
5D4. SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY REQUEST FOR FY 1992-93 STATE TRANSPORTATION
ASSISTANCE FUNDS.
Overview
The SunLine Transit Agency has requested the Commission to program the entire
$1,250,000 in State Transportation Assistance Funds (STAF) estimated to be
apportioned to Riverside County for FY 1992-93 to help fund their compressed
natural gas (CNG) bus replacement project.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That an allocation of an estimated $1,250,000 in FY 1992-93 STAF Apportionment
for Riverside County be made to the SunLine Transit Agency to be used for their
CNG project.
5D5. TRANSIT OPERATORS RESPONSES TO THE TRIENNIAL PERFORMANCE AUDIT
RECOMMENDATIONS
Overview
Responses to the Triennial Performance Audit recommendations for Beaumont,
Corona, Lake Elsinore Transit System, Palo Verde Valley Transit Authority,
Rancho Mirage, Riverside Special Services, Riverside Transit Agency, and
SunLine Transit Agency were received and presented to the Commission.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission accept the responses to the Transit Operator Performance
Audit recommendations for the City of Beaumont, City of Corona, Lake Elsinore
Transit System, Palo Verde Valley Transit Authority, City of Rancho Mirage,
Riverside Special Services, Riverside Transit Agency and SunLine Transit Agency.
5D6. MEASURE A FUNDING REQUEST FROM RIVERSIDE GENERAL HOSPITAL.
Overview
The Riverside General Hospital has submitted a request for continued Measure
A funding assistance in the amount of $70,122 to support their transportation
program. The requested funds would be used to support operational costs to
continue their current and an expanded level of service, and to purchase a new
15 passenger, lift -equipped van to allow expanded service throughout the
County. The request for funds has been reviewed by both the Service Providers
Association of Riverside County (SPARC) and the RCTC Citizens' Advisory
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Committee/Social Service Transportation Advisory Council with recommendations
from both groups to support the request.
Budget & Finance Committee, Citizens Advisory Committee/Social Service
Transportation Advisory Council and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission allocate $70,122 in Measure A Specialized Transit funds for
Riverside General Hospital's Transportation Program.
5D7. MEASURE A FUNDING REQUEST FROM FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY.
Overview
The Family Service Association of Western Riverside County (Family Services)
submitted a request for continued Measure A funding assistance in the amount
of $85,359 to support and expand the operation of their transportation program.
In addition to the request for funds, Family Services has requested that the
Commission waive the 50% maintenance of effort requirement on operating funds.
Commission staff would like to support the transportation program provided by
Family Services.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission allocate an additional $57,500 in Measure A Specialized
Transit funds for Family Services Association of Western Riverside County
Transportation Program and waive the 50% maintenance of effort on operating
funds for the 1992-93 fiscal year.
5D8. SB 821 EXTENSION REQUESTS FROM THE CITIES OF CATHEDRAL CITY AND
COACHELLA, THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, AND CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS.
Overview
SB 821 extension requests were received from: (1) The City of Cathedral City is
requesting an extension to June 30, 1993 to complete the repair and upgrading
of a segment of the Coachella Valley Bikeway funded through the Commission's
FY 1990-91 SB 821 Program; (2) The City of Coachella is requesting an extension
to December 30, 1992 to complete the construction of various sidewalk projects
funded through the Commission's FY 1991-92 SB 821 Program; (3) The County
of Riverside is requesting an extension to October 31, 1992 for construction of
various sidewalk projects funded through the Commission's FY 1991-92 SB 821
Program; and (4) The City of Desert Hot Springs is requesting the extension of
funding to complete various sidewalk projects funded through the Commission's
FY 1991-92 SB 821 Program.
Staff Recommendation:
That the Commission: (1) Grant the City of Cathedral City an extension to June
30, 1993 for the construction of the Coachella Valley Bikeway project; (2) Grant
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the City of Coachella an extension to December 31, 1992 for the construction of
various sidewalk projects in their FY 1991-92 SB 821 Program; (3) Grant the
County of Riverside an extension to October 31, 1992 for the construction of
various sidewalk projects in their FY 1991-92 SB 821 Program; and (4) Grant the
City of Desert Hot Springs a 60 extension to August 31, 1992 for the construction
of sidewalk projects in their FY 1991-92 SB 821 Program.
5D9. AMENDMENT OF FY 1993-99 SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN FOR THE CITY OF
BANNING
Overview
The City of Banning adopted their final FY 1992-93 Transit Budget on July 28,
1992. The final budget is slightly less than the preliminary budget used by City
and Commission staff to prepare the City's Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP), and
it includes two additional capital items which must be approved and included in
their SRTP.
Staff Recommendation:
That the Commission amend the FY 1993-99 Short Range Transit Plan for the City
of Banning to include th6 additional capital items.
5E. CONSENT CALENDAR - SERVICE AUTHORITY FOR FREEWAY EMERGENCIES
MONTHLY CALL BOX UPDATE
Overview
The operational statistics for the Riverside County Call Box System for the month of June
1992 will be presented to the Commission to receive and file.
Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
SF. CONSENT CALENDAR - COMMUTER RAIL.
5F1. FY 1991-92 TRANSIT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECT FUNDS.
Overview
The Commission received approval of $8.85 million of FY 1991-92 Transit Capital
Improvement program funds for the purchase of locomotive and commuter rail
passenger cars. Due to RCTC's position on rail electrification, the Commission
chose not to use State funds for the purchase of diesel locomotives. The date,
$7.0 million of the funds have been applied for the purchase of rail cars for the
Union Pacific line service to Los Angeles via Ontario; $.195 million to the Southern
California Accelerated Rail Electrification Study, leaving an unobligated balance
of $1.655 million.
AMENDMENT TO ITEM NO. 5D8
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Committee/Social Service Transportation Advisory Council with recommendations
from both groups to support the request.
Budget & Finance Committee, Citizens Advisory Committee/Social Service
Transportation Advisory Council and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission allocate $70,122 in Measure A Specialized Transit funds for
Riverside General Hospital's Transportation Program.
5D7. MEASURE A FUNDING REQUEST FROM FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY.
Overview
The Family Service Association of Western Riverside County (Family Services)
submitted a request for continued Measure A funding assistance in the amount
of $85,359 to support and expand the operation of their transportation program.
In addition to the request for funds, Family Services has requested that the
Commission waive the 50% maintenance of effort requirement on operating funds.
Commission staff would like to support the transportation program provided by
Family Services.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission allocate an additional $57,500 in Measure A Specialized
Transit funds for Family Services Association of Western Riverside County
Transportation Program and waive the 50% maintenance of effort on operating
funds for the 1992-93 fiscal year.
5D8. SB 821 EXTENSION REQUESTS FROM THE CITIES OF CATHEDRAL CITY AND
COACHELLA, THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, AND CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS.
Overview
SB 821 extension requests were received from: (1) The City of Cathedral City is
requesting an extension to June 30, 1993 to complete the repair and upgrading
of a segment of the Coachella Valley Bikeway funded through the Commission's
FY 1990-91 SB 821 Program; (2) The City of Coachella is requesting an extension
to December 30, 1992 to complete the construction of various sidewalk projects
funded through the Commission's FY 1991-92 SB 821 Program; (3) The County
of Riverside is requesting an extension to October 31, 1992 for construction of
various sidewalk projects funded through the Commission's FY 1991-92 SB 821
Program; and (4) The City of Desert Hot Springs is requesting a six month
extension of funding to complete various sidewalk projects funded through the
Commission's FY 1991-92 SB 821 Program.
Staff Recommendation:
That the Commission: (1) Grant the City of Cathedral City an extension to June
30, 1993 for the construction of the Coachella Valley Bikeway project; (2) Grant
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5F4. USE OF SAFE CALL BOXES AT COMMUTER RAIL STATIONS.
Overview
The citing of commuter rail stations has coincidentally followed similar criteria that
Caftrans uses for selecting park and ride facilities. For the most part the
commuter rail lines parallel freeway facilities and locating stations takes into
account such things as access to freeways and major arterials. This report will
provide background on this call box application and will request the SAFE Board
to authorize staff to work with other interested SAFE Counties, CHP, Caftrans and
other associated law enforcement agencies to coordinate the installation of SAFE
call boxes at commuter rail stations.
Staff Recommendation:
That the Service Authority for Freeway Emergencies authorize staff to work with
other interested Counties, CHP, Caftrans and other associated law enforcement
agencies to coordinate the installation of SAFE call boxes at commuter rail
stations.
5F5. MODIFICATION OF SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR SCHIERMEYER CONSULTING
SERVICES
Overview
In reviewing the agreement with Schiermeyer and Associates, staff has identified
additional services needed to be provided in relation to commuter rail. Staff is
proposing modification to the agreement with Schiermeyer and Associates to
cover these additional services.
Budget b Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve an additional $10,000 for SCS to perform this
business outreach service on behalf of RCTC.
6. TRANSIT/RIDESHARE/PARK-N-RIDE
6A. COMMUTER TRANSPORTATION SERVICES, INC. STATE OF THE COMMUTE REPORT
Overview
Commuter Transportation Services, Inc. (CTS) has issued its 1992 State of the Commute
Report. Mr. Jim Sims, CTS President, will make a presentation at the Commission
meeting to highlight findings of the study designed to examine the behavior and attitudes
of commuters across the five county area of Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange, San
Bernardino and Ventura.
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Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation:
The Commission approve the use of the remaining unobligated balance of FY
1991-92 TCI grant funds for the purchase of additional rail passenger cars under
the SCRRA Bombardier/UTDC procurement. This results in a commitment of
$1.655 million of TCI and $1.655 million of Measure A funds.
5F2. RADER RAIL CAR.
Overview
At the May 13, 1992 Commission meeting, the Commission authorized staff to
investigate the feasibility of purchasing 1957 vintage American Foundry gallery
cars which were on tour in Alaska. The marketing flyer announced the cars as
being available for $395,000 which appeared to be a very reasonable cost. Staff
then met with Rader Rail Car owners and this resulted in Rader, working with
SCRRA technical advisors for equipment procurement to assess what
improvements would be required to insure the cars would be compatible with
SCRRA Bombardier/UTDC and Amtrak equipment. The cost to make the cars
compatible with SCRRA and Amtrak equipment (California Car requirements)
would be exorbitant.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
The Commission not procure used commuter rail cars from Rader Rail Car.
5F3. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY (SCRRA) - ULTRA LOW
EMISSION LIQUID NATURAL GAS RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
Overview
At its July 10, 1992 meeting the SCRRA Board approved an Uftra Low Emission
Liquid Natural Gas Research and Development Program. This is a four year effort
involving a consortium made up of the federal Departments of Energy and
Railroad Administration, the Gas Research Institute, General Motors, Southern
California Gas Company, South Coast Air Quality Management District, and
potentially the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Cattrans.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve participation in the first year of a four year
Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) effort on Ultra Low Emission
Liquid Natural Gas Research and Development Program and authorize $60,000
of Measure A funds, or other funds as applicable, for this purpose.
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8. GENERAL ITEMS.
8A. A: INTEGRATION OF CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM AND AIR QUALITY
MANAGEMENT PLAN ORDINANCES AND B: REPORT SUBMITTED TO SCAG ON
EXPEDITIOUS IMPLEMENTATION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION
CONTROL MEASURES.
Overview
A report will be presented on the status of the CMP TDM Ordinance and the 'expeditious
implementation' of transportation control measures report submitted to SCAG on July 31,
1992, as required for the 1992 Conformity Finding. An issues paper will be presented
regarding coordination of work efforts between RCTC and WRCOG in addressing
overlapping Air Quality and Conformity issues.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
A: That the Commission extend the September 1, 1992 deadline for local jurisdiction to
adopt a CMP TDM Ordinance to December 31, 1992, to allow time for the integration of
the AQMP TCMs with the CMP TDM Ordinance; and B: Receive and file.
8B. RIVERSIDE COUNTY MEASURE A POLICY REQUEST
INCORPORATION/ANNEXATIONS/CAPITAL PROJECTS.
Overview
RCTC staff has received a request from the County of Riverside Transportation
Department that RCTC separate the repayment policy from other issues in the
Administrative Procedures. The Transportation Department has also requested that RCTC
view the comments by the WRCOG and CVAG concerning the LAFCO repayment policy,
in response to LAFCO's request for comments.
Staff Recommendation
Discussion and action regarding the County of Riverside requested policy for repayment
to the County of Riverside, as may be determined appropriate through the LAFCO
process, for costs of major capital improvements constructed using Measure A funds
allocated to the County of Riverside in areas which are subsequently annexed or
incorporated.
8C. GENERAL AND PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE.
Overview
At its August 1991 meeting, the Commission discussed the need and coverage amount
for general and professional liability insurance. After studying the various options, it is
staff's recommendation that the Commission augment the existing program with a
combination of self insurance and a purchased policy from Armtech.
AMENDMENT TO ITEM NO. 7
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Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
6B. MEASURE A COMMUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM UPDATE
Overview
As part of the expanding activities of the Measure A Commuter Assistance Program the
Commission hosted its first Employee Transportation Coordinator recognition luncheon
in July to recognize outstanding performance by ETCs participating in the Riverside
Freeway Rideshare Incentive Program. 'Partnership' awards were presented to individual
ETCs, organizations, and the media for their contribution to the Program's success.
Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
7. PUBLIC HEARING - SECTION 9 PROGRAM OF PROJECTS AMENDMENT
PEDLEY RAIL STATION AND SUNLINE CNG PROJECT
Overview
At the July California Transportation Commission meeting, staff was informed that the Congestion
Management Air Quality (CMAQ) funding for transit projects will follow the FTA Section 9
application process. A transfer of the CMAQ funds to FTA is required from the designated
recipient, which in this case is the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), to
enable FTA to obligate the funds. This item will consist of a public hearing on a Section 9
Program of Projects amendment to include the Pedley station and the SunLine CNG projects, a
resolution to identify the Executive Director as authorized signatory for the Pedley project, request
SCAG to transfer the CMAQ funds to FTA and authorization to submit the grant to FTA for review
and approval.
Staff Recommendations
That the Commission: (1) approve the proposed amendments to the FY 1992-93 FTA Section 9
Program of Projects for the Riverside/San Bernardino and Palm Springs Urbanized Areas; (2)
authorize the Executive Director as signatory to the FY 1991-92 RCTC CMAQ grant application
and forward to FTA for processing, subject to the public hearing; and (3) request the Southern
California Association of Governments to transfer CMAQ funds for both the RCTC and SunLine
projects to FTA; and (4) adopt Resolution No. 92-018, "Resolution Authorizing the Filing of
(An) Application(s) with the Department of Transportation, United States of America, for (A)
Grant(s) Under the Federal Transit Administration (Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964),
as Amended.
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9. FY 1992-93 LTF ALLOCATIONS FOR STREETS AND ROADS - WESTERN
RIVERSIDE COUNTY AREA.
Overview
The estimated FY 1992-93 apportionment of Local Transportation Funds (LTF) for the Western
County area is $19,396,822. At its July 8, 1992 meeting, the Commission allocated $12,704,100
for transit purposes leaving a balance of $6,692,722 available for reserve and local streets and
roads purposes. The WRCOG has previously endorsed a proposal to reserve 25% of the
remaining available funds and allocate 75% of the funds for local streets and roads. This would
be the final year that LTF funds would be allocated for local streets and roads purposes in the
Western Riverside County area.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve the Local Transportation Fund (LTF) allocation for local streets and
roads purposes in the Western Riverside County area as shown on the table attached to the staff
memorandum.
10. FREEWAY SERVICE PATROL PROGRAM FOR RIVERSIDE COUNTY
Overview
Staff is in the process of setting up the Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) program for Riverside
County. This is to provide emergency road service and towing service to disabled motorists by
towing them from the freeway to a designated 'drop' location where the motorist can take care
of their vehicular problems. Caltrans has estimated that there is approximately $796,450 of funding
available for District 8. AB 3346 (Katz), if approved, would require a 25% local contribution to the
FSP program as a condition for receiving state funds.
Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the SAFE Board: (1) Direct staff to proceed with the implementation of a Freeway Service
Patrol (FSP) program in Riverside authorizing the use of up to $126,529 of SAFE funds with the
condition that should State funding be terminated, the program will be discontinued; (2) Authorize
the Executive Director to execute a Co -Operative Agreement, subject to Legal Counsel review,
with the San Bernardino County SAFE and OCTA SAFE for the administration of the Freeway
Service Patrol program for the three counties by OCTA SAFE at a cost not to exceed $7,200; and
(3) Authorize the Executive Director to execute a Co -Operative Agreement, subject to Legal
Counsel review, with Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol for the development and
implementation of the Freeway Service Patrol program in Riverside County.
11. COMMUTER RAIL.
11A. PROMOTIONAL TRIP ON UNION PACIFIC.
Overview
With commuter rail service implementation finally coming to reality, the Chair has
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Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
6B. MEASURE A COMMUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM UPDATE
Overview
As part of the expanding activities of the Measure A Commuter Assistance Program the
Commission hosted its first Employee Transportation Coordinator recognition luncheon
in July to recognize outstanding performance by ETCs participating in the Riverside
Freeway Rideshare Incentive Program. 'Partnership' awards were presented to individual
ETCs, organizations, and the media for their contribution to the Program's success.
Staff Recommendation
Receive and file.
7. PUBLIC HEARING - SECTION 9 PROGRAM OF PROJECTS AMENDMENT
PEDLEY RAIL STATION AND SUNLINE CNG PROJECT
Overview
At the July California Transportation Commission meeting, staff was informed that the Congestion
Management Air Quality (CMAQ) funding for transit projects will follow the FTA Section 9
application process. A transfer of the CMAQ funds to FTA is required from the designated
recipient, which in this case is the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), to
enable FTA to obligate the funds. This item will consist of a public hearing on a Section 9
Program of Projects amendment to include the Pedley station and the SunLine CNG projects, a
resolution to identify the Executive Director as authorized signatory for the Pedley project, request
SCAG to transfer the CMAQ funds to FTA and authorization to submit the grant to FTA for review
and approval.
Staff Recommendations
That the Commission: (1) approve the proposed amendments to the FY 1992-93 FTA Section 9
Program of Projects for the Riverside/San Bernardino and Palm Springs Urbanized Areas; (2)
authorize the Executive Director as signatory to the FY 1991-92 RCTC CMAO grant application
and forward to FTA for processing, subject to the public hearing: and (3) request the Southern
Califomia Association of Governments to transfer CMAQ funds for both the RCTC and SunLine
projects to FTA.
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required from the City which give SCRRA the right to construct, maintain, and operate
within the City right-of-way. These agreements are then approved by the Public Utilities
Commission. RCTC staff has been assisting SCRRA in securing these agreements. Draft
agreements were developed by BB&K and presented to the Riverside City Council on
August 4, 1992 for approval. Although City ordinance enables the City to grant a
Franchise Agreement for a period of up to 35 years, City staff recommended that the
approval be limited to 10 years. The City Council acted in support of the staff
recommendation.
Staff and Administrative Committee Recommendation
Discussion with possible action for appeal.
11 E. RIVERSIDE STATION COMMUTER RAIL PLATFORM - APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION
PACKAGE FOR BIDDING AND REVIEW OF DESIGN OF THE DOWNTOWN COMMUTER
RAIL STATION
Overview
The Downtown Commuter Rail Station is moving closer to reality. The Commuter Rail
Station is being developed in four separate construction efforts. RCTC and Bechtel staff
have been working with SCRRA and their station consultants, and Birtcher on
coordination of the various efforts. The next effort involving RCTC, will be the construction
of the commuter rail platform to serve the site. The design is essentially complete and
should be ready for advertisement in the third week of August. The construction contract
will be awarded by RCTC and will be managed by Bechtel staff. The estimated
construction cost will be presented at the meeting. Staff will be making a presentation
at the Commission meeting regarding the platform. Representatives from SCRRA and
Parsons Deleuw will be presenting the proposed station design, which will include an
architectural rendering for better visualization of the platform. Construction could begin
as early as late October with completion in February or March.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission approve the design package for the Downtown Commuter Rail
Platform to be released for bids and award to be made to the lowest responsible bidder.
The Commission should review and give direction for inclusion of any desired
architectural enhancements to the station.
12. ADJOURNMENT.
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Budget & Finance Committee and Staff Recommendation
That the Commission: (1) authorize the Executive Director to purchase the general liability
coverages as presented in the staff memo in an amount not to exceed $75,000; (2)
attempt to augment its existing program with a purchased policy intended to cover the
Commission for project losses which exceed $5,000,000. Authorize the Executive Director
to obtain policy quotes for insurance of this type; and (3) authorize the Executive Director
to enlist the support of the various transportation commissions to pursue legislation which
would specifically exempt transportation commissions from project liability.
8D. SCAG REORGANIZATION - RCTC INVOLVEMENT
Overview
The Orange County Transportation Agency (OCTA) has requested SCAG to included
them as a member of the reorganized SCAG Executive Committee. Commissioner Susan
Cornelison has been assigned to SCAG as the RCTC representative on various Policy
Committees in the past and is involved in the SCAG restructuring proposals. Under the
proposed reorganization plans, the Commissions role on the SCAG Policy Committees
may no longer be as significant.
Staff Recommendation
Discussion and direction from the Commission regarding the inclusion of the local
transportation commissions as members of the SCAG Executive Committee.
8E. ALTERNATIVE CMAO PROPOSAL - FY 1991-92
Overview
The Commission received a letter from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to
James W. van Loben Sels, Caltrans Director related to the use of Congestion Mitigation
and Air Quality Improvement (CMAO) funds under the new federal transportation program.
The eligibility for the use of CMAO funds is significantly different from the uses SCAG
promoted. In June, SCAG urged the use of CMAO funds for Transportation Demand
Management Programs (fDM) Programs as opposed to capital projects. The FHWA in
its letter dated June 13th, states that the intended use is primarily for capital
improvements rather than programs.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission discuss alternatives to revise the Riverside County FY 1991 /92
CMAO and STP programs as may be needed to fund the Comprehensive Transportation
Plan work programmed for the WRCOG.
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requested that a promotional trip be scheduled on the Union Pacific probably in either
September or October.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission endorse and direct staff to make arrangements for a Union Pacific
promotional trip in either September or October.
11 B. RIVERSIDE/ORANGE COUNTY COMMUTER RAIL SERVICE.
Overview
This is currently offered as a place holder in the event that discussions between RCTC
and Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) staff lead to a suggested approach
to enable OCTA to pay its proportionate share of operating costs of commuter rail service
from Riverside to Irvine prior to 1999 - the date for Measure M support for such service.
Staff Recommendation
Discussion and possible action.
11 C. FY 1992-94 TRANSIT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT (TCI) PROGRAM APPLICATION.
Overview
Last year, the Commission submitted two applications for TCI funding. One in the amount
of $7.6 million for the Downtown Riverside Commuter Rail Station and another for $3.052
million for the Pedley Commuter Rail Station. RCTC staff worked with CTC staff to
arrange a split funded arrangement for the Downtown Riverside Station. Staff
recommends that the balance of the request for the Downtown Riverside Station ($3.1
million) be submitted for consideration in this cycle. Due to economic pressures on the
State Budget and prior CTC commitments for funding, RCTC should only count on
receiving our county minimum allocation of $2.0 million. The possibility exists that a
portion of this project may be unfunded for another year. The Administrative Committee
suggested that the Commission consider the possible condition on the City of Riverside
to fund the $3.1 million local matching requirement for the TCI grant.
Staff Recommendation
That the Commission authorize resubmission of the unfunded balance of the Downtown
Riverside Commuter Rail Station for consideration in the FY 1993-94 TCI program.
11 D. CITY OF RIVERSIDE FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS FOR DOWNTOWN COMMUTER RAIL
STATION
Overview
The proposed trackwork for the downtown commuter rail station crosses City of Riverside
right-of-way at Cridge, Prospect, and Fourteenth Streets. Franchise agreements are
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