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MEETING AGENDA
TIME/DATE: 9:30 a.m. / Wednesday, June 10, 2015
LOCATION:
BOARD ROOM
County of Riverside Administrative Center
4080 Lemon Street, First Floor, Riverside
e'a. COMMISSIONERS eel
Chair— Daryl Busch
Vice Chair — Scott Matas
Second Vice Chair —John F. Tavaglione
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Kevin Jeffries, County of Riverside
John F. Tavaglione, County of Riverside
Chuck Washington, County of Riverside
John J. Benoit, County of Riverside
Marion Ashley, County of Riverside
Deborah Franklin / Art Welch, City of Banning
Brenda Knight / Jeff Fox, City of Beaumont
Joseph DeConinck / Tim Wade, City of Blythe
Ella Zanowic / Jim Hyatt, City of Calimesa
Dawn Haggerty / Jordan Ehrenkranz, City of Canyon Lake
Greg Pettis / Shelley Kaplan, City of Cathedral City
Steven Hernandez / To Be Appointed, City of Coachella
Karen Spiegel / Randy Fox, City of Corona
Scott Matas / Russell Betts, City of Desert Hot Springs
Adam Rush / Clint Lorimore, City of Eastvale
Linda Krupa / Paul Raver, City of Hemet
Dana Reed / Douglas Hanson, City of Indian Wells
Troy Strange / Glenn Miller, City of Indio
Frank Johnston / Brian Berkson, City of Jurupa Valley
Robert Radi / To Be Appointed, City of La Quinta
Bob Magee / Natasha Johnson, City of Lake Elsinore
Scott Mann / To Be Appointed, City of Menifee
Jesse Molina / Jeffrey J. Giba, City of Moreno Valley
Rick Gibbs / Jonathan Ingram, City of Murrieta
Berwin Hanna / Kathy Azevedo, City of Norco
Jan Harnik / Susan Marie Weber, City of Palm Desert
Ginny Foat / Paul Lewin, City of Palm Springs
Daryl Busch / Rita Rogers, City of Perris
Ted Weill / To Be Appointed, City of Rancho Mirage
Steve Adams / Andy Melendrez, City of Riverside
Andrew Kotyuk / Scott Miller, City of San Jacinto
Michael S. Naggar / Michael McCracken, City of Temecula
Ben Benoit / Timothy Walker, City of Wildomar
John Bulinski, Governor's Appointee
Comments are welcomed by the Commission. If you wish to provide comments to the Commission,
please complete and submit a Speaker Card to the Clerk of the Board.
Riverside County Transportation Commission
TO: Riverside County Transportation Commission
FROM: Jennifer Harmon, Office and Board Services Manager
DATE: June 3, 2015
SUBJECT: Possible Conflicts of Interest — Riverside County Transportation Commission
Agenda of June 10, 2015
The June 10, 2015 agenda of the Riverside County Transportation Commission includes items
that may raise possible conflicts of interest. A Commissioner may not participate in any
discussion or action concerning a contract or amendment if a campaign contribution of more
than $250 is received in the past 12 months or 3 months following the conclusion from any
entity or individual listed.
Aaenda Item No. 8D — Recurring Contracts for Fiscal Year 2015/16
Consultant(s): AMMA transit Planning
Heather Menninger, Principal
393 Two Trees Road
Riverside, CA 92507
Best Best and Krieger LLP
Steven DeBaun, Partner
3390 University Avenue, 5th Floor
Riverside, CA 92501
GCAP Services
Edward Salcedo, Jr., President
3525 Hyland Avenue, # 260
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Bechtel Infrastructure Corp.
George Nomura, Program Manager
3850 Vine Street, Suite 210
Riverside CA 92507
Epic Land Solutions, Inc.
Holly Rockwell, President
2601 Airport Drive, Suite 115
Torrance, CA 90505
RJ Gorski & Associates
Ray Gorski, Principal
2871 Jed Road
Escondido, CA 92027
Agenda Item No. 8E — Aareement with EXIGIS, LLC for Insurance Tracking System
Consultant(s): Exigis, LLC
Frank J. McMackin, Partner and Director
589 8th Avenue, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10018
RCTC Potential Conflicts of Interest
June 3, 2015
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Agenda Item No. 8N — Agreement for On -Call Graphic Design and Communication Services
Consultant(s): Geographics
Lisa van Olden, Managing Partner
4178 Chestnut Street
Riverside, CA 92501
Agenda Item No. 14A — Closed Session — Conference With Real Property Negotiators
Item
APN(s)
CPN(s)
Property Owner(s)
1
118-183-019
23767
Midas Realty Corp.
2
N/A
23769
D.N. Schneider
3
N/A
23880
City of Corona, John M. Brewster, Sr., et al.
Agenda Item No. 148 — Closed Session — Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation
Property Owner(s): Li — CPN 22228
Gregory, aka Giant RV —
CPN(s) 22136, 22177, and 22135
The Parties of: Petitioners Center for Biological Diversity, Sierra Club, San Bernardino
Valley Audubon Society, Friends of the Northern San Jacinto Valley, and
Friends of Riverside's Hills
Tara Byerly
From: Tara Byerly
Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2015 7:29 AM
To: Tara Byerly
Cc: Jennifer Harmon
Subject: RCTC: June Commission Agenda - 06.10.2015
Importance: High
Good morning Commissioners,
The June Commission Agenda for the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2015 @ 9:30 a.m. is available. Please
copy the link:
http://www.rctc.orduploads/media items/rune-10-2015.original.pdf
In addition, for your review is the attached conflict of interest memo and the form. Please let me know if you have any
questions. Thank you.
Conflict of Conflict of
Interest Memo.pdf Interest Form.pdf
Respectfully,
Tara S. Byerly
Senior Administrative Assistant
RCTC
4080 Lemon Street, 3rd Floor
Riverside, CA 92501
(951)787-7141
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Tara Byerly
From: Tara Byerly
Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2015 7:36 AM
To: Tara Byerly
Subject: RCTC: June Commission Agenda - 06.10.2015
Importance: High
Good Morning Commission Alternates:
The June Commission Agenda for the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2015 @ 9:30 a.m. is now available.
http://www.rctc.org/uploads/media items/June-10-2015.original.pdf
Respectfully,
Tara S. Byerly
Senior Administrative Assistant
RCTC
4080 Lemon Street, 3rd Floor
Riverside, CA 92501
(951)787-7141
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
www.rctc.org
AGENDA*
*Actions may be taken on any item listed on the agenda
9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
BOARD ROOM
County of Riverside Administrative Center
4080 Lemon Street, First Floor, Riverside, CA
In compliance with the Brown Act and Government Code Section 54957.5, agenda materials distributed
72 hours prior to the meeting, which are public records relating to open session agenda items, will be available
for inspection by members of the public prior to the meeting at the Commission office, 4080 Lemon Street,
Third Floor, Riverside, CA, and on the Commission's website, www.rctc.org.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Government Code Section 54954.2, and the Federal
Transit Administration Title VI, please contact the Clerk of the Board at (951) 787-7141 if special assistance is
needed to participate in a Commission meeting, including accessibility and translation services. Assistance is
provided free of charge. Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting time will assist staff in assuring
reasonable arrangements can be made to provide assistance at the meeting.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS — Each individual speaker is limited to speak three (3) continuous minutes or
less. The Commission may, either at the direction of the Chair or by majority vote of the Commission,
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. In addition, the maximum time for public comment for any individual item or
topic is thirty (30) minutes. Also, the Commission may terminate public comments if such comments
become repetitious. Speakers may not yield their time to others without the consent of the Chair. Any
written documents to be distributed or presented to the Commission shall be submitted to the Clerk of
the Board. This policy applies to Public Comments and comments on Agenda Items.
Under the Brown Act, the Commission should not take action on or discuss matters raised during public
comment portion of the agenda that are not listed on the agenda. Commission members may refer
such matters to staff for factual information or to be placed on the subsequent agenda for
consideration.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — MAY 13, 2015
Riverside County Transportation Commission Agenda
June 10, 2015
Page 2
6. PUBLIC HEARING — PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/16
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
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1) Receive input on the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16;
2) Close the public hearing on the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16;
3) Approve the salary schedule effective July 9, 2015, located in Appendix B of proposed
budget; and
4) Adopt the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16.
7. ADDITIONS / REVISIONS — The Commission 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 Commission subsequent to the posting of the agenda. An action adding
an item to the agenda requires 2/3 vote of the Commission. If there are less than 2/3 of the
Commission 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.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR — All matters on the Consent Calendar will be approved in a single
motion unless a Commissioner(s) requests separate action on specific item(s). Items pulled
from the Consent Calendar will be placed for discussion at the end of the agenda.
8A. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Overview
This item is for the Commission to receive and file the Quarterly Financial Statements
for the period ended March 31, 2015.
8B. APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/16
Overview
Page 12
This item is for the Commission to approve Resolution No. 15-012, "Resolution of the
Riverside County Transportation Commission Establishing the Annual Appropriations
Limit", for Fiscal Year 2015/16.
8C. QUARTERLY SALES TAX ANALYSIS
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Overview
This item is for the Commission to receive and file the sales tax analysis for Quarter 4
2014 (Q4 2014).
Riverside County Transportation Commission Agenda
June 10, 2015
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8D. RECURRING CONTRACTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/16
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
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1) Approve the recurring contracts for Fiscal Year 2015/16; and
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreements on behalf of the Commission.
8E. AGREEMENT WITH EXIGIS, LLC FOR INSURANCE TRACKING SYSTEM
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
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1) Approve Agreement No. 15-19-017-00 with EXIGIS, LLC (EXIGIS) for the use of
the RiskWorks risk management operating system (RiskWorks) for insurance
tracking services for a three-year term, and two one-year options to extend
the agreement, in the amount of $73,815, plus a contingency amount of
$7,382, for a total amount not to exceed $81,197;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreement, including option years, on behalf of the Commission;
and
3) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to approve contingency work up
to the total not to exceed amount as required for these services.
8F. QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT
Page 54
Overview
This item is for the Commission to receive and file the Quarterly Investment Report
for the quarter ended March 31, 2015.
Riverside County Transportation Commission Agenda
June 10, 2015
Page 4
8G. AGREEMENTS FOR ON -CALL RIGHT OF WAY APPRAISAL SERVICES
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
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1) Award the following agreements to provide on -call right of way appraisal
services for a four-year term, and two one-year options to extend the
agreement, in an amount not to exceed an aggregate value of $950,000;
a) Agreement No. 15-31-056-00 with Bender Rosenthal, Inc;
b) Agreement No. 15-31-097-00 with Hennessy & Hennessy, LLC;
c) Agreement No. 15-31-098-00 with Integra Realty Resources — Los
Angeles;
d) Agreement No. 15-31-099-00 with Mason & Mason Real Estate
Appraisers & Consultants; and
e) Agreement No. 15-31-100-00 with Riggs & Riggs, Inc.;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreements, including option years, on behalf of the Commission;
and
3) Authorize the Executive Director, or designee, to execute task orders awarded
to contractors under the terms of the agreements.
8H. AGREEMENTS FOR ON -CALL RIGHT OF WAY APPRAISAL REVIEW SERVICES
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
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1) Award the following agreements to provide on -call right of way appraisal
review services for a four-year term, and two one-year options to extend the
agreement, in an amount not to exceed an aggregate value of $500,000;
a) Agreement No. 15-31-057-00 with Bender Rosenthal, Inc;
b) Agreement No. 15-31-101-00 with Hennessy & Hennessy, LLC;
c) Agreement No. 15-31-102-00 with Integra Realty Resources —
Los Angeles;
d) Agreement No. 15-31-103-00 with Mason & Mason Real Estate
Appraisers & Consultants; and
e) Agreement No. 15-31-104-00 with R. P. Laurain & Associates, Inc.;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreements, including option years, on behalf of the Commission;
and
3) Authorize the Executive Director, or designee, to execute task orders awarded
to contractors under the terms of the agreements.
Riverside County Transportation Commission Agenda
June 10, 2015
Page 5
81. STATE ROUTE 60 TRUCK CLIMBING/DESCENDING LANE PROJECT — RIGHT OF WAY
FUNDING INCREASE
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
Page 158
1) Approve the programming of 2009 Measure A Western Riverside County
Highway funds in the amount of $1,497,000 for the State Route 60 truck
climbing lane/descending lane project right of way (ROW) phase;
2) Approve Agreement No. 12-31-092-03, Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No.
12-31-092-00, with Caltrans to revise the right of way roles and responsibilities
for the State Route 60 truck climbing lane/descending lane project, including
current funding commitments;
3) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreement on behalf of the Commission;
4) Authorize the Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to execute
utility agreements and future agreements with Caltrans within approved
funding amounts, on behalf of the Commission.
8J. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH HDR ENGINEERING INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE PERRIS VALLEY LINE PROJECT
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
Page 187
1) Approve Agreement No. 10-31-058-03, Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No.
10-31-058-00, with HDR Engineering Inc. (HDR) to provide construction
management for the Perris Valley Line (PVL) project in the amount of
$4.7 million, plus a contingency amount of $500,000, for an additional amount
of $5.2 million, and a total amount not to exceed $22,750,146;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreement on behalf of the Commission; and
3) Authorize the Executive Director or designee, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to approve the use of the contingency as may be required for the
project.
Riverside County Transportation Commission Agenda
June 10, 2015
Page 6
8K. FISCAL YEARS 2015/16 — 2017/18 SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLANS
Page 243
Overview
This item is for the Commission to approve the FYs 2015/16 — 2017/18 Short Range
Transit Plans (SRTPs) for the cities of Banning, Beaumont, Corona, and Riverside; Palo
Verde Valley Transit Agency (PVVTA); Riverside Transit Agency (RTA); SunLine Transit
Agency (SunLine); and the Commission's Commuter Rail Program.
8L. REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FOR THE CITY OF BANNING'S
MUNICIPAL TRANSIT SYSTEM
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
Page 248
1) Allocate additional operating funds of $132,094 in Local Transportation Fund
(LTF) funds to the city of Banning's Municipal Transit System (Banning Transit);
and
2) Amend Banning Transit's FY 2014/15 Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) to reflect
the additional operating funds.
8M. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH JACOBS PROJECT MANAGEMENT CO. FOR
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE INTERSTATE 215 CENTRAL
WIDENING PROJECT FROM SCOTT ROAD TO NUEVO ROAD IN THE CITY OF PERRIS
Page 250
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
1) Approve Agreement No. 12-31-034-05, Amendment No. 5 to Agreement No.
12-31-034-00 with Jacobs Project Management Co. (Jacobs) to provide
construction management services for required three-year plant
establishment period and project close-out for the Interstate 215 Central
widening project in the amount of $276,857, plus a contingency amount of
$27,643, for an additional amount of $304,500, and a total amount not to
exceed $13,304,500;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreement on behalf of the Commission; and
3) Authorize the Executive Director, or designee, to approve contingency work up
to the total not to exceed amount as required for the project.
Riverside County Transportation Commission Agenda
June 10, 2015
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8N. AGREEMENT FOR ON -CALL GRAPHIC DESIGN AND COMMUNICATION SERVICES
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Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
1) Award Agreement No. 15-15-065-00 to Geographics for the provision of
graphic design and communications services on an as -needed, time and
expense basis, pursuant to its proposed fixed unit rates, for a two-year term,
and two one-year options to extend the agreement, in amount of $2,940,000,
plus a contingency amount of $400,000, for a total amount not to exceed
$3,340,000;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute the agreement, including option years, on behalf of the Commission;
and
3) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to approve contingency work up
to the total not to exceed amount as required for these services.
9. FISCAL YEAR 2015/16 SB 821 BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES PROGRAM FUNDING
RECOMMENDATIONS
Overview
This item is for the Commission to approve the FY 2015/16 SB 821 Bicycle and Pedestrian
Facilities program recommended funding of $2,752,015.
10. PROPOSED METROLINK BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/16
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
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1) Adopt the Fiscal Year 2015/16 Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)
operating and capital budget; and
2) Receive and file a report on the Commission's portion of the FY 2015/16 SCRRA
operating and capital budget.
11. STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATION UPDATE
Overview
This item is for the Commission to:
1) Receive and file an update on state and federal legislation; and
2) Adopt the following bill position — SB 39 (Pavley) — Oppose.
Page 296
Riverside County Transportation Commission Agenda
June 10, 2015
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12. BRIDGE LOAN FROM THE LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUND TO SUNLINE TRANSIT AGENCY
Overview
This item is for the Commission to approve the disbursement of $3 million in Local
Transportation Fund (LTF) funds to the SunLine Transit Agency (SunLine) as a bridge loan due
to the United States Department of Labor suspension of federal Section 5307 funds.
13. ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR AGENDA
14. COMMISSIONERS / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REPORT
Overview
This item provides the opportunity for the Commissioners and the Executive Director to
report on attended meetings/conferences and any other items related to Commission
activities.
15. CLOSED SESSION
15A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Agency Negotiator: Executive Director or Designee
Property Owner(s):
See Below
Item
APN(s)
CPN(s)
Property Owner(s)
1
118-183-019
23767
Midas Realty Corp.
2
N/A
23769
D.N. Schneider
3
N/A
23880
City of Corona, John M. Brewster, Sr., et al.
15B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)
Case No(s). RIC 1311348, RIC 1311600, and RIC 1505449
16. ADJOURNMENT
The next Commission meeting is scheduled to be held at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 8, 2015,
Board Chambers, First Floor, County Administrative Center, 4080 Lemon Street, Riverside.
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
ROLL CALL
JUNE 10, 2015
County of Riverside, District I
County of Riverside, District II
County of Riverside, District III
County of Riverside, District IV
County of Riverside, District V
City of Banning
City of Beaumont
City of Blythe
City of Calimesa
City of Canyon Lake
City of Cathedral City
City of Coachella
City of Corona
City of Desert Hot Springs
City of Eastvale
City of Hemet
City of Indian Wells
City of Indio
City of Jurupa Valley
City of La Qu i nta
City of Lake Elsinore
City of Menifee
City of Moreno Valley
City of Murrieta
City of Norco
City of Palm Desert
City of Palm Springs
City of Perris
City of Rancho Mirage
City of Riverside
City of San Jacinto
City of Temecula
City of Wildomar
Governor's Appointee, Caltrans District 8
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MINUTES
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
MINUTES
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Riverside County Transportation Commission was called to order by
Chair Daryl Busch at 9:32 a.m. in the Board Room at the County of Riverside
Administrative Center, 4080 Lemon Street, Riverside, California, 92501.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Executive Director Anne Mayer led the Commission in a flag salute.
3. ROLL CALL
Commissioners/Alternates Present Commissioners Absent
Steve Adams* Shelly Kaplan
Marion Ashley Brenda Knight
Ben Benoit Linda Krupa
John J. Benoit Clint Lorimore
John Bulinski Bob Magee
Daryl Busch Scott Mann
Joseph DeConinck Scott Matas
Ginny Foat Jesse Molina
Randy Fox Michael Naggar
Deborah Franklin Robert Radi
Rick Gibbs Dana Reed
Dawn Haggerty Troy Strange
Berwin Hanna John F. Tavaglione
Jan Harnik Ted Weill
Steven Hernandez Chuck Washington
Kevin Jeffries* Ella Zanowic
Frank Johnston
Andrew Kotyuk
*Arrived after the meeting was called to order
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Anne Mayer introduced and welcomed Caltrans District 8 Interim Director John Bulinski.
Riverside County Transportation Commission Minutes
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Page 2
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — APRIL 8, 2015
M/S/C (Mann/Ashley) to approve the April 8, 2015 minutes as submitted.
Abstain: Hanna
At this time, Commissioners Steve Adams and Kevin Jeffries joined the meeting.
6. PUBLIC HEARING — PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/16
Michele Cisneros, Finance Manager/Controller, presented the proposed Budget for
FY 2015/16 and discussed the following areas:
• Budget process;
• FY 2015/16 Budget considerations and summary;
• Sources and expenditure by breakdown and comparison;
• Capital department expenditure highlights;
• Functional expenditures breakdown and comparison; and
• Next steps.
In response to Commissioner Ginny Foat's request for clarification about the ongoing
issues with the Federal Highway Trust fund, Anne Mayer replied the transportation bill
expires at the end of May 2015. If Congress authorizes a continuing resolution, it will
only be for a couple of months, which causes a significant amount of disruption for
federally -funded projects. If federal funds were cut off, the Commission could weather
the lack of funding for a few months, however, it would begin to have serious impacts
on the active construction projects. Staff is monitoring this issue very closely and stated
the Congressional delegation is very informed on the topic and is monitoring it as well.
Commissioner Jeffries referred to the legislative affairs and communications budget for
FY 2015/16 in the attached Executive Summary and asked what caused the significant
increase.
Michele Cisneros explained within that category, there is communications with the
majority for graphic and marketing communications related to the Perris Valley Line
project.
In response to Commissioner Jeffries question regarding oversight and Commission
approval for expenditures, Anne Mayer explained this budget line item is for legislative
affairs and communications. The allocations for this work are in this department's
budget and the Legislative Affairs Program is managed by Government Relations
Manager Aaron Hake, in conjunction with Deputy Executive Director John Standiford,
and herself. From a communications standpoint, it is spread over multiple functions and
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May 13, 2015
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a significant amount of communications are done as part of the overall management of
the Commission. Anne Mayer explained expenditures are approved by the Commission
as a part of an on -call contract, a dedicated contract, or part of an approved project.
Additionally, she approves work under her single signature authority.
Commissioner Jeffries then questioned why expenditures for a project are not under
that project's budget.
Anne Mayer explained that while most of the project -related expenditures are budgeted
under a specific project, there is an overarching Commission responsibility for general
communications that require staff to provide community updates at events such as
municipal advisory committees and town hall meetings.
M/S/C to continue the public hearing for the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16
to the Commission meeting on June 10, 2015.
7. ADDITIONS / REVISIONS
Anne Mayer announced correspondence was received after close of business day on
May 12 from Gresham Savage Nolan and Tilden, PC, (Gresham Savage) representing
Inland Transportation Services (ITS) related to Agenda Item No. 12, "Amendment with
Parsons Brinkerhoff, Inc. for Commuter Assistance Program Administration Services",
and it was distributed to the Commissioners at the dais.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
Commissioner Foat stated she will vote no on Agenda Item 81, "State Legislation".
Commissioner Jeffries requested Agenda Item 81, "State Legislation", be pulled for
further discussion.
M/S/C (Jeffries/Ashley) to approve the following Consent Calendar items.
8A. SINGLE SIGNATURE AUTHORITY REPORT
Receive and file the Single Signature Authority report for the third quarter ended
March 31, 2015.
8B. COMMUTER RAIL RESOLUTIONS TO OBTAIN FEDERAL AND STATE GRANT
FUNDING
1) Adopt Resolution No. 15-009, "Resolution of the Riverside County
Transportation Commission to Approve the Submittal of a Project for the
Fiscal Year 2014/15 Low Carbon Transit Operations Program";
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2) Adopt Resolution No. 15-010, "Resolution of the Riverside County
Transportation Commission to Authorize the Filing of Applications with
the Federal Transit Administration for Federal Transportation Assistance
Grants under Sections 5307, 5309, and 5337 and Congestion Mitigation
Air Quality for Fiscal Year 2014/15";
3) Adopt Resolution No. 15-011, "Resolution of the Riverside County
Transportation Commission to Authorize the Filing of Applications with
the Federal Transit Administration for Federal Transportation Assistance
Grants under Sections 5307, 5309, and 5337 and Congestion Mitigation
Air Quality for Fiscal Year 2015/16"; and
4) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to submit or file requests
for state and federal grant funding of operating and/or capital costs
related to rail projects.
8C. REQUEST FOR FEDERAL OPERATING ASSISTANCE FUNDING FOR START-UP OF
PERRIS VALLEY LINE
Approve programming $20 million of federal Congestion Mitigation and Air
Quality (CMAQ) funds for operating assistance for the start-up of the Perris
Valley Line.
8D. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT RELATED TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
RIVERSIDE DOWNTOWN STATION OPERATIONS CONTROL CENTER
1) Approve an increase in the contingency for Agreement No. 14-31-149-00
with M.S. Construction Management Group for additional construction
services for the Riverside Downtown Station Operations Control Center
(RDNOCC) project in the amount of $250,000, plus a contingency amount
of $403,389, for a total amount not to exceed $1,937,280;
2) Approve Agreement No. 14-31-075-01, Amendment No. 1 to Agreement
No. 14-31-075-00, with Abacus Project Management, Inc. (Abacus) to
increase the contingency for anticipated additional construction
management (CM), materials testing, and construction surveying services
for the RDNOCC, in the amount of $50,000, plus a contingency amount of
$66,586, for a total amount not to exceed $232,448;
3) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to execute the agreements on behalf of the Commission; and
4) Authorize the Executive Director to approve contingency work as may be
required for the project.
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8E. AMENDMENTS TO AGREEMENTS WITH TROPICAL PLAZA NURSERY, SEMILLA
LANDSCAPE, MORNING STAR SWEEPING, GLOBAL PEST SOLUTIONS AND
UNIVERSAL PROTECTION SERVICES FOR THE THREE NEW PERRIS VALLEY LINE
STATIONS AND THE EXPANSION OF THE PERRIS TRANSIT CENTER TO THE
PERRIS DOWNTOWN STATION
1) Approve Agreement No. 11-24-145-02, Amendment No. 2 to Agreement
No. 11-24-145-00, with Tropical Plaza Nursery for maintenance services
in the amount of $101,754, plus a contingency amount of $10,175, for an
additional amount of $111,929, and $500,000 for drought tolerant
landscaping rehabilitation, resulting in a total amount not to exceed
$1,622,378;
2) Approve Agreement No. 12-24-086-01, Amendment No. 1 to Agreement
No. 12-24-086-00, with Semilla Landscape in the amount of $102,060,
plus a contingency amount of $10,206, for an additional amount of
$112,266, and a total amount not to exceed $616,377;
3) Approve Agreement No. 14-24-158-01, Amendment No. 1 to Agreement
No. 14-24-158-00, with Morning Star Sweeping in the amount of $37,080,
plus a contingency amount of $3,708, for an additional amount of
$40,788, and a total amount not to exceed $100,788;
4) Approve Agreement No. 11-24-046-02, Amendment No. 2 to Agreement
No. 11-24-046-00, with Global Pest Solutions in the amount of $4,380,
plus a contingency amount of $2,000, for an additional amount of $6,380,
and a total amount not to exceed $21,380;
5) Approve Agreement No. 11-24-057-04, Amendment No. 4 to Agreement
No. 11-24-057-00, with Universal Protection Services in the amount of
$1,060,723, plus a contingency amount of $106,072, for an additional
amount of $1,166,795, and a total amount not to exceed $7,070,895;
6) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to execute the amendments to the agreements, on behalf of the
Commission;
7) Authorize the Executive Director, or designee, to execute task orders
awarded under the terms of the agreements; and
8) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to approve contingency
work up to the total not to exceed amount as required for the project.
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8F. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH FIBERTRONICS FOR CLOSED CIRCUIT
TELEVISION CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND STATION MAINTENANCE SERVICES
1) Approve Agreement No. 13-24-066-01, Amendment No. 1, to Agreement
No. 13-24-066-00 with Fibertronics, Inc. (Fibertronics) for commuter rail
station Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) security system installation,
maintenance, and repair services at the three new Perris Valley Line
stations, and capital improvements at the six existing commuter rail
stations, in the amount of $79,200 for CCTV maintenance, $67,500 for
repairs, and $500,000 for capital improvements, plus a contingency
amount of $32,335, for an additional amount of $679,035, and a total
amount not to exceed $1,293,605;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to execute the amendment to the agreement on behalf of the
Commission;
3) Authorize the Executive Director, or designee, to execute task orders
awarded under the terms of the agreement; and
4) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to approve contingency
work up to the total not to exceed amount as required for the project.
8G. AGREEMENTS FOR FREEWAY SERVICE PATROL TOW TRUCK SERVICE
1) Award Agreement No. 15-45-060-00 to Airport Mobil Towing (Airport
Mobil) for Freeway Service Patrol (FSP) tow truck services on Interstate
15 Beat No. 25 for a three-year term, plus two one-year options to
extend the agreement, for a total amount not to exceed $1,927,000; and
2) Award Agreement No. 15-45-061-00 to Pepe's Towing (Pepe's) for FSP
tow truck services on 1-15 Beat No. 26 for a three-year term, plus two
one-year options to extend the agreement, for a total amount not to
exceed $1,291,000.
8H. FISCAL YEAR 2015/16 MEASURE A COMMUTER ASSISTANCE BUSPOOL SUBSIDY
FUNDING CONTINUATION REQUESTS
1) Authorize payment of $1,645/month maximum subsidy per buspool for
FY 2015/16, to the existing Mira Loma, Riverside, and Riverside II
buspools; and
2) Require subsidy recipients to meet monthly buspool reporting
requirements as supporting documentation to receive payments.
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9. REPROGRAMMING OF FUNDS RELATED TO STATE ROUTE 91 HIGH OCCUPANCY
VEHICLE LANE PROJECT
Patti Castillo, Capital Projects Manager, provided a brief overview for reprogramming of
funds for the SR-91 high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane project. Ms. Castillo introduced
Caltrans District 8 Deputy District Director Mike Beauchamp to present the SR-91 HOV
lane project status.
Mr. Beauchamp updated the Commission on the SR-91 HOV lane project, highlighting
the following areas:
• Project status, recent activities, current activities, and project challenges; and
• Wrap up — construction and schedule.
Commissioner Steve Adams expressed his support for the project.
In response to Commissioner John Tavaglione's request for additional information
regarding project challenges and the status of the Arlington Avenue/Indiana Avenue on
ramp, Mr. Beauchamp explained part of the issue is matching existing grades. He stated
Caltrans is working on a temporary restriping plan to open that ramp in the next couple
weeks.
Commissioner Tavaglione offered the Commission's assistance if the plan cannot be
completed in the time currently anticipated. He then expressed his understanding of
the challenges and his appreciation and support for the project.
Anne Mayer stated Caltrans and the Commission discussed ways to open some of the
interchanges sooner, which will require additional funds.
M/S/C (Adams/Harnik) to:
1) Approve reprogramming federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
(CMAQ) funds in the amount of $6,197,000 and 1989 Measure A
Western County highway local match in the amount of $802,900 from
the State Route 91 High Occupancy Vehicle (SR-91 HOV) project right of
way phase to the construction phase; and
2) Authorize the Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel review, to
execute agreements with Caltrans to reflect the reprogramming of
$6,197,000 CMAQ funds and $802,900 Measure A funds from right of
way to construction for the SR-91 HOV.
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10. AGREEMENT WITH HDR ENGINEERING, INC. FOR STRATEGIC ASSESSMENT
Aaron Hake, Government Relations Manager, presented the scope of the strategic
assessment, highlighting the following areas:
• Looking forward and looking back;
• Commission strategic choices for next 10 — 20 years;
• Assessment, strategic considerations, strategies, and applications; and
• Procurement and next steps.
At this time, Commissioner Ben Benoit left the meeting.
Commissioner Bob Magee expressed appreciation for bringing this proposal forward.
He discussed his strong concerns regarding the projects once planned to provide traffic
relief to Interstate 15 including the 1-15 Corridor Improvement project, the Temescal
Canyon Road bypass project, the Irvine -Corona Expressway project, and the Ortega
Highway expansion project. He stated the only project still being planned for, the 1-15
Express Lanes project (formerly the 1-15 Corridor Improvement Project), was rescoped
and will now stop at Cajalco Road, leaving a 10-mile gap. He stated it is unacceptable
not to have a plan to address the projected growth along this corridor, south of SR-91.
He requested the Chair reactive the 1-15 Corridor Improvement Project Ad Hoc
Committee or select another committee to create a plan and work with the local
jurisdictions along the 1-15 corridor. He expressed the Commission must report to its
constituents there is plan, a target, and a goal.
Anne Mayer expressed support for Commissioner Magee's suggestion and confirmed
staff will follow up.
Commissioner Marion Ashley concurred with Commissioner Magee's comments. He
then suggested the Commission work with the county to accelerate the Cajalco Road
project as he believes it is a viable project.
Anne Mayer expressed support for Commissioner Ashley's suggestion.
Commissioner Ashley then added the Commission is working closely with the county on
the Ethanac Road/SR-74/Nichols Road Corridor project. If these two projects are
completed, it would help relieve the traffic congestion Commissioner Magee is
concerned about.
Anne Mayer explained there is a significant amount of work to be completed through
the strategic assessment by January 2016. She stated a clear understanding of the
Commissioners' comments and concerns. There may need to be policy guidance
provided as this strategic assessment is formulated. She explained an ad hoc committee
can be formed or reinstated.
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Commissioner Chuck Washington requested an ad hoc committee be formed regarding
major infrastructure leading into the San Jacinto Valley. He expressed he would like to
eliminate the perception of the valley as a cul-de-sac.
Commissioner Scott Mann expressed his support for Commissioners Magee and
Washington's suggestions regarding ad hoc committees.
M/S/C (Mann/Washington) to:
1) Award Agreement No. 15-65-051-00 to HDR Engineering, Inc. (HDR) for
the development of a strategic assessment for a nine -month period in
the amount of $600,000, plus a contingency amount of $60,000, for a
total amount not to exceed $660,000;
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to execute the agreement on behalf of the Commission; and
3) Authorize the Executive Director or designee to approve contingency
work up to the total not to exceed amount as required for these
services.
11. PRINCIPLES FOR STATE TRANSPORTATION REVENUE
Aaron Hake presented the proposed guiding principles for state transportation revenue,
highlighting the following areas:
• Restore funds for transportation projects;
• Regional share, decision -making, and equity;
• Geographic equity for state funds;
• User -pay = user -benefit;
• Reduce the costs of delivery;
• Fund trade corridors.
At this time, Commissioner Ben Benoit rejoined the meeting.
In response to Commissioner Foat's request for clarification about the loss of gas tax
revenue, Aaron Hake replied earlier this year the State Board of Equalization (SBOE)
reduced the gas tax by six cents, resulting in a $26 million loss of revenue for
maintenance of roads. He explained the proposal Senator Jim Beall authored, SB 16, will
provide approximately $34 million in funding back to that same source for the local
jurisdictions.
At Commissioner Foat's request, Aaron Hake discussed the status of SB 16.
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Commissioner Jeffries expressed support for the guiding principles, however, he will
abstain on this item as it will be used to support the significant tax increases proposed
under SB 16. He expressed his distrust of the state Legislature and cited his reasons. He
also expressed he does not believe taxpayers should pay additional taxes, specifically
when the state projected a $4 billion surplus, which local jurisdictions will not receive
any funding from.
Commissioner Ashley noted SB 16 is not a tax, it is a fee, which the Riverside County
Board of Supervisors supported by a 3-2 vote.
Anne Mayer explained the reason the principles were brought forward for adoption
instead of taking specific positions on these bills is some of these bills may change and
staff did not want to prematurely take a position. Staff can state the Commission has
not taken a position, however, the following principles were adopted and every bill will
be measured against the adopted principles.
Commissioner John Benoit reiterated SB 16 is a user fee and as a nation, everyone must
realize road maintenance must be addressed through all users, not gasoline. He
expressed support for the proposed principles and SB 16 as this issue must be
addressed.
Commissioner Washington expressed his support for the executive director's
comments, Commissioner Benoit's comments, and the staff recommendation.
In response to Commissioner Jesse Molina's question regarding how is the principles
relate to the loss of potential funding to the SR-60 truck climbing/descending lane
project, Aaron Hake replied the principles relate to the loss in gas tax revenue this year,
which is based on low gas prices last year. He explained the SBOE reduced the
allocation based on revenue, therefore reducing the amount of funding in the State
Highway Account, which could be a revenue source for large regional projects such as
the SR-60 project. The proposal in SB 16 includes two cents for goods movement trade
corridors, which SR-60 could arguably qualify for, in turn raising the likelihood projects
on the table will keep moving forward.
Commissioner Jan Harnik concurred with the Commissioners and executive director's
comments and expressed concern as to how to maintain the roads when so much is
being done to create more efficient transportation that does not pay for infrastructure.
Commissioner Clint Lorimore expressed concern SB 16 will disproportionally impact the
Inland Empire as it is a commuter area that travels into Los Angeles and Orange
Counties for jobs. Additionally, he believes it disincentivizes the purchase of electric
vehicles. He stated while he agrees the Inland Empire needs more funding, he does not
support SB 16.
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M/S/C (Reed/Foat) to:
1) Provide direction to staff on strategies for approaching state
transportation revenue legislation; and
2) Adopt principles for state transportation revenue legislation.
Abstain: Haggerty, Jeffries, and Naggar
No: Lorimore
12. AGREEMENT WITH PARSONS BRINCKERHOFF, INC. FOR COMMUTER ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION SERVICES
John Standiford, Deputy Executive Director, stated a letter was submitted by Gresham
Savage on behalf of Inland Transportation Services (ITS) opposing the award of the
Commuter Assistance Program (CAP) agreement, which arrived after the close of
business yesterday. The letter was distributed to the Commissioners at the dais. He
discussed the CAP history and performance, including the need to evolve this program.
He then discussed the procurement, bid protest by ITS, and protest committee finding
of no bias, as well as responded to the allegations in the Gresham Savage letter.
Bill McCaughey, ITS, stated ITS is a small business owner since 1989, and provided
services to the Commission and San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) for
over 24 years, including 13 industry awards. He expressed strong concern ITS was put in
an awkward position and disagrees with the Commission and its findings of no bias. He
stated there are well documented corrupt actions and unethical behavior on the part of
an individual on the evaluation committee. ITS raised this concern with Commission
staff and asked the Commission to not put this individual on the committee. He
suggested the Commission contact SANBAG, Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (LA Metro), Ventura County Transportation Commission
(VCTC), Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), and South Coast Air Quality
Management District staffs as his reputation and ITS' reputation are being impugned.
Mr. McCaughey offered to meet with the Commission's management staff and legal
counsel to resolve this matter before ITS exercises its options for remedy should the
Commission take action to approve the contract with PB. He stated ITS will file a protest
seven days after action is taken per the Commission's policy and procedures. He stated
if the current protest finding is upheld, ITS will make a federal protest as SANBAG's
funds are 50 percent Federal Transit Administration funds.
Commissioner Tavaglione stated the Commission officers were briefed on this matter
and expressed concern for claims of corruption. He stated it is important as a
Commission to ensure those claims are properly investigated and requested the
executive director, a few Commissioners, and legal counsel review Mr. McCaughey's
claims.
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Commissioner Steve Adams concurred with Commissioner Tavaglione's comments and
stated in the interest of transparency and fairness, the Commission needs to look at this
matter to ensure there was no inappropriate conduct.
Commissioner Jeffries concurred with Commissioners Adams and Tavaglione's
comments.
Commissioner Reed explained there is an appeals process that is well set out and has
been honed over the years on the state and federal levels. He suggested letting the
process play out, let Mr. McCaughey appeal it, and if there is a problem the
Commissioners will be notified.
Anne Mayer explained staff will do what the Commission directs. She stated she has no
concerns about other individuals evaluating the process that was followed and the
decision she made. She stated these allegations were taken very seriously and the
Commission's program rests completely on its credibility, integrity, and transparency.
The Commission adopted procurement policies and procedures, including a protest
procedure, which were carefully considered. She suggested the Chair create an ad hoc
committee to review the decisions made if the Commission believes it is necessary.
Additionally, she kept SANBAG apprised of the circumstances and details, stating if
SANBAG Executive Director Raymond Wolfe were present today, he would support the
award of this contract to PB. She explained LA Metro, OCTA, and VCTC have a separate
program, noting the LA Metro Board asked staff to look at its CAP to determine whether
it should be brought in house instead of approving a contract to continue an existing
program. She assured the Commission she spent a great deal of time evaluating this
matter and will follow through with Commission direction.
At Commissioner J. Benoit's request for assurance, Anne Mayer confirmed she is aware
of the individual's name, the circumstances described were investigated, she is
comfortable with the protest committee's findings, and supports moving forward with
the award.
At Commissioner Washington's request for clarification regarding Commissioner
Tavaglione's suggestion, Commissioner Tavaglione stated Mr. McCaughey seemed to be
making allegations against an individual within an organization, however, it was not
clear which organization. Commissioner Tavaglione stated after Ms. Mayer's
comments, it appears it was an individual from the Commission.
Anne Mayer concurred.
Commissioner Tavaglione then clarified he is confident in Ms. Mayer's leadership and
the staff in this organization. He concurred with Commissioner Reed's comments and
expressed his support for the staff recommendation.
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M/S/C (Tavaglione/Reed) to:
1) Award Agreement No. 15-41-038-00 to Parsons Brinckerhoff, Inc. (PB)
for Commuter Assistance Program (CAP) administration services for a
two-year term, and two one-year options to extend the agreement in
the amount of $8,058,460, plus a contingency amount of $402,929, for a
total amount not to exceed $8,461,389; and
2) Authorize the Chair or Executive Director, pursuant to legal counsel
review, to execute the agreement on behalf of the Commission.
Abstain: Magee and Molina
No: Haggerty, Jeffries, Naggar, and Strange
13. ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
81. STATE LEGISLATION
Commissioner Foat explained she works with the homeless community and
supports SB 608.
In response to Commissioner Foat's request for clarification regarding the
Commission's previous positions on similar bills, Aaron Hake stated there was a
similar bill a few years ago that the Commission opposed and the Commission's
position would be the same with this measure as well. He explained it is very
restrictive on the Commission's ability to maintain public safety at its commuter
rail stations.
At this time, Commissioners J. Benoit and Brenda Knight left the meeting.
Commissioner Jeffries suggested SB 516 is well intended, however, it could be
improved.
M/S/C (Jeffries/Washington) to adopt the following positions on state
legislation:
1) SB 608 (Liu) — Oppose; and
2) SB 516 (Fuller) — Support In Concept.
No: Foat and Haggerty
14. COMMISSIONERS/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT
14A. Anne Mayer announced there were two brochures distributed at the dais: An
update regarding a public information meeting held at the Corona Public Library
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regarding the SR-91 Project on May 14; A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held
on May 27th for the 1-215 Bi-County project.
At this time, Commissioners Ashley, Gibbs, Jeffries, Molina, Tavaglione, and Caltrans District 8
Representative John Bulinski left the meeting.
15. CLOSED SESSION
15A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(4)
Potential Number of Case(s): 1
15B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)
Case No(s). RIC 1311384, RIC 1312687, RIC 1313618, and the Parties of
Petitioners Center for Biological Diversity, Sierra Club, San Bernardino Valley
Audubon Society, Friends of the Northern San Jacinto Valley, and Friends of
Riverside's Hills
The Commission authorized legal counsel to defend the Commission in the case
involving of the Center for Biological Diversity, Sierra Club, San Bernardino Valley
Audubon Society, Friends of the Northern San Jacinto Valley, and Friends of Riverside's
Hills. Commissioners Michael Naggar and Washington recused themselves from the
discussion of this case.
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration by the Riverside County
Transportation Commission, Chair Busch adjourned the meeting at 11:36 a.m. The next
Commission meeting is scheduled to be held at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 10, 2015,
Board Chambers, First Floor, County Administrative Center, 4080 Lemon Street,
Riverside.
Respectfully submitted,
Ox'-'"--&-- H
Jennifer Harmon
Clerk of the Board
AGENDA ITEM 6
PUBLIC HEARING
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE:
June 10, 2015
TO:
Riverside County Transportation Commission
FROM:
Michele Cisneros, Finance Manager/Controller
THROUGH:
Anne Mayer, Executive Director
SUBJECT:
Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/16
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for the Commission to:
1) Receive input on the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16;
2) Close the public hearing on the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16;
3) Approve the salary schedule effective July 9, 2015 located in Appendix B of proposed
budget; and
4) Adopt the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The annual fiscal budget is the result of staff determining the operating and capital needs for
FY 2015/16 and identifying the resources to fund those needs. The budget process began in
January 2015. The goals and objectives approved by the Commission on March 11 were the
basis of this budget. The goals and objectives considered during the preparation of the budget
relate to mobility initiatives, goods movement, improved system efficiencies, environmental
stewardship, economic development, intermodalism and accessibility, and public and agency
communications, and financial and administrative policies.
On May 13, staff presented the proposed budget to the Commission. Subsequent to that
presentation, staff updated the document as a result of the following changes resulting in a net
decrease of $13,676,100 to the projected fund balance at June 30, 2016
Adjustments to Fiscal Year 2014/15 Projected Amounts
• An increase in state reimbursements of $565,000 and an increase in construction
expenditures of $565,000 for Interstate 215 Central project; and a net decrease in State
Transit Assistance (STA) and Local Transportation Fund (LTF) expenditures of $3,584,000
based on review and analysis of Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) submissions.
Agenda Item 6
1
Adjustments to Fiscal Year 2015/16 Budgeted Amounts
• An increase in state reimbursements of $50,000 and an increase in construction
expenditures of $50,000 for 1-215 Central project;
• A $100,000 increase in right of way expenditures for the State Route 74 realignment
project;
• A net increase of $5,941,500 in STA expenditures based on review and analysis of SRTP
submissions;
• An increase of $11,184,600 in LTF expenditures based on review and analysis of SRTP
submissions;
• A net decrease of $4,899,400 in operating transfers related to rail maintenance and
operations LTF allocations based on review and analysis of SRTP submission; and
• A $34,000 decrease in investment income as a result of a net increase in STA and LTF
expenditures.
A public hearing to allow for public comment on the proposed budget, as revised, is required
prior to the adoption of the proposed budget. The public hearing was opened at its May 13
Commission meeting. After the public hearing is closed on June 10, adoption of the proposed
budget for FY 2015/16 will follow. In accordance with the Commission's fiscal policies, the
budget must be adopted no later than June 15 of each year.
The proposed Budget for FY 2015/16 is attached. This document contains the executive
summary, as revised, that was presented at the May 13 Commission meeting; the Gann
Appropriations Limit; the guiding policies related to the preparation of the budget; a summary
of the budget process; fund budgets, details of program revenues and other sources; debt;
department budgets; a community profile; and appendices including a glossary of acronyms,
salary schedule effective July 9, 2015, funding definitions, and program/general terms.
A summary of the proposed Budget for FY 2015/16 is as follows:
Agenda Item 6
2
FY 2015/16 Budget
Revenues and other financing sources:
Sales taxes -Measure A, LTF, and STA $ 266,372,400
Reimbursements (federal, state, and other) 100,896,000
TUMF 12,053,800
Other revenues 235,000
Interest on investments 2,456,300
Debt proceeds 261,277,900
Transfers in 136,077,400
Total revenues and other financing sources 779,368,800
Expenditures and other financing uses:
Personnel salary and fringe benefits 9,499,800
Professional services 16,301,000
Support services 7,005,200
Projects and operations 812,385,900
Capital outlay 3,793,500
Debt service (principal, interest and costs of issuance) 53,919,900
Transfers out 136,077,400
Total expenditures and other financing uses 1,038,982,700
Excess of expenditures and other financing uses over revenues (259,613,900)
and other financing sources
Beginning fund balance 831,809,600
Ending fund balance
$ 572,195,700
Attachment: FY 2015/16 Proposed Budget — Posted on Commission Website
Agenda Item 6
3
Riverside County Transportation Commission
FISCAL YEAR 2015/16
June 10, 2015
Honorable Commissioners
Riverside County Transportation Commission
Riverside, California
FY 2015/16 Budget Introduction
A County on the Move — Many Projects Nearing Completion — While Others Move Ahead
Thank you for reviewing the Fiscal Year (FY) 2015/16 budget for the Riverside County Transportation Commission
(Commission or RCTC). This document provides an opportunity to evaluate the financial backbone of an innovative
and active public transportation agency. The upcoming fiscal year continues a concerted effort of unprecedented
investment and construction in Riverside County's (County) transportation infrastructure. The results of the
investment are becoming more obvious as a number of high -profile projects will wrap up construction during 2015
and early 2016. The completion of the projects will assure better mobility and provide a positive and ongoing
boost for local businesses and employers.
Projects to be Completed by FY 2015/16
In terms of high -profile project completion, work on the Interstate (1)-215 is especially noteworthy. Construction
of a bi-county effort to add high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes to the northern portion of the 1-215 in Riverside
through a portion of southern San Bernardino County culminated in May 2015. The project was led by San
Bernardino Associated Governments, but the Riverside County portion of the project between the 60/91/215
interchange and the San Bernardino County line was funded by the Commission and improves connectivity
between the two counties.
In downtown Riverside, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) continues work on the State Route
(SR) 91 HOV lane project which will dramatically improve mobility and circulation throughout areas of the city near
the freeway. The six -mile project is expected to open to traffic in late 2015 or early 2016.
Farther south in the city of Perris, the completion of the widening of a 12.5-mile segment of the 1-215 between
Scott and Nuevo Roads is imminent with a ribbon cutting slated for July 2015. The completion of the project will
also ease access into the city, which is home to the Commission's largest public transit project.
The Perris Valley Line (PVL) Metrolink Extension project represents the first expansion of the five -county Metrolink
train system since the mid-1990's. For Riverside County, the PVL expands and revitalizes public transit service by
establishing a transit backbone for Western Riverside County that includes more trains, enhanced bus service, new
commuter options, and an allure for new employers to locate to Riverside County. This major construction effort
to extend Metrolink another 24 miles into Riverside County wraps up in December 2015 with new service to new
stations in South Perris, Downtown Perris, March Air Base/Moreno Valley, and Hunter Park in Riverside.
In addition to funding new service, the Commission is also investing in improved rail infrastructure by funding a
number of railroad grade separations, many of which will be completed during the upcoming fiscal year. In May,
the city of Riverside completed construction on the Streeter Avenue grade separation which was funded through a
combination of funding sources including state bond funding allocated by the Commission. Another city of
Riverside grade separation project at Riverside Avenue is expected to be completed in late 2015. Three additional
grade separation projects will open over the next few months at Sunset Avenue in the city of Banning and at
Avenue 52 and Avenue 56 in the city of Coachella.
Projects Moving Forward
91 Project in Corona: Full Speed Ahead
In December 2013, the Commission broke ground on a $1.4 billion project to widen SR-91 through Corona. The
project consists of two tolled express lanes and the addition of a general purpose lane in each direction of SR-91
between the Orange County line and 1-15. The work will create 16,000 new jobs and is the largest ever funded by
the Commission. An example of its size and scope is in the number of bridges to be built as part of the project. A
total of 32 new bridges are to be constructed and work has begun on almost half with a major connector between
the eastbound SR-91 and southbound 1-15 already complete and open to traffic. The eventual completion of the
project will culminate in a transformation of Riverside County's transportation system with reduced congestion,
toll lane options, and enhanced transit service. The overall economic effect for the County will be significant and
will aid economic development opportunities throughout the region.
1-10 Jefferson Interchange in Indio Breaks Ground
Over the last few years, the Coachella Valley Association of Government (CVAG), a key RCTC partner, has
completed construction on a number of key interchanges along 1-10. Construction has been completed on rebuilt
and expanded freeway interchanges at Palm Drive, Indian Canyon Drive, Bob Hope Drive, Date Palm Avenue, and
Monterey Avenue. The attention now shifts slightly eastward to another 1-10 interchange at Jefferson Avenue in
the city of Indio. The $42.3 million project to transform the interchange which connects the Coachella Valley's
largest city to the freeway broke ground in early 2015 and is expected to be completed in early 2017. The project
is being funded through a variety of state and local funding.
Looking Forward to an Exciting Future
Commission Approves Mid County Parkway Environmental Document
On April 8, 2015, the Commission approved the California Environmental Quality Act portion of the final
Environmental Impact Report (EIR)/Environmental Impact Summary (EIS) for the proposed Mid County Parkway
(MCP) project. Commission staff has submitted the final EIR/EIS to the Federal Highway Administration for
approval of the National Environmental Policy Act EIS portion and anticipates completing the environmental phase
of studies by the end of 2015. When completed, the $1.7 billion MCP project will construct a 14.3-mile, six -lane
freeway from 1-215 in the city of Perris to SR-79 in the city of San Jacinto. The project will also provide more
convenient access to multimodal bus and rail facilities in the city of Perris, including the new PVL extension of
Metrolink service. With the environmental document approved, design and engineering work will begin followed
by property acquisition.
Yet another new corridor is also undergoing environmental studies. The SR-79 realignment project continues to
progress and Commission action to approve the EIR is expected in 2017.
Unlike much of urbanized California, Riverside County still has a need to develop new transportation corridors to
provide added capacity for cars, trucks, public transit and active transportation uses such as bicycling and walking.
Developing new capacity can be done in a manner that is complementary in maintaining the environment and in
improving the quality of life for local residents. Transportation interacts with a variety of human needs including
better air quality, a reduction in water runoff, reducing the creation of greenhouse gases, and transportation
alternatives that promote better health through walking or bicycling. By taking a more holistic approach, the
importance of transportation actually grows larger and is valued as a vital necessity, but that can only happen as
long as capacity continues to grow.
Is Enhanced Coachella Valley Rail Service in our Future?
Added capacity includes more rail service in underserved corridors. RCTC, in coordination with Ca!trans, the
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and CVAG, is studying the expansion of Amtrak passenger rail service to the
Coachella Valley and San Gorgonio Pass. The service is envisioned to provide an integrated, sustainable travel
mode; promote economic opportunities; and foster more livable communities. Currently, there are very limited
transit connections between Los Angeles and the Coachella Valley. This service would provide new travel options
between job centers and Coachella Valley tourism destinations. The study took a big step forward in mid-2015
with the approval of a $2.98 million grant from the FRA which fully funds the Commission's efforts to complete a
federally -required Alternatives Analysis and Preliminary Service Planning. While a number of steps are still
required before the service can be added, the project offers an exciting opportunity to offer a new transportation
option for those seeking to travel to and from the Coachella Valley from anywhere in southern California.
People Working — Building a Better Future
The Commission and its project partners at Caltrans, local jurisdictions, and transit agencies are investing in
transportation using a variety of local, state, and federal sources to build projects, plan and design new
improvements, and get people working and contributing to the local economy.
During FY 2015/16, the Commission will invest $680 million in capital projects that include highway, regional
arterial, local street and road, and rail projects. The Commission's overall budget will exceed $900 million and
includes funding of transit operations, payments to cities and the County for street and road improvements, and
management of smaller programs such as motorist and commuter assistance.
The Commission's status has become somewhat unique in Southern California. As many transportation agencies
have consolidated functions and grown in size, the Commission remains true to the original intent of the state of
California (State) legislation that first created it —now operating with a staff of 49 budgeted positions. This
maintains the original vision of the State Legislature when it created the Commission in 1976. By doing so, the
Commission remains effective in its role as a transportation planning and funding agency by maintaining
productive relationships with other agencies.
For example, Measure A funds local transportation priorities and needs. In FY 2015/16, the Commission will return
$50.7 million in funding to local cities and the County for local streets and roads needs.
The Commission also receives and programs funding from state and federal sources. This includes the State's
Transportation Development Act program dollars that are allocated primarily to the County's major public transit
providers. Measure A also pays its share by funding transit fare discounts and programs for senior citizens, persons
with disabilities, and individuals of limited means and by operating a commuter assistance program that provides
traveler information and ridesharing assistance to employers and commuters.
A Commitment to Riverside County
Ensuring local funding for transportation will require ongoing outreach to the public and transparent oversight and
management that ensures public confidence in the Commission's fiduciary, oversight, and visionary roles. This
budget document is intended to demonstrate the Commission's commitment to the public as well as documenting
the Commission's dedication to sound budget practices. This budget document is one of many ways the
Commission works to ensure public accountability and full transparency of its actions.
Yet another Commission priority is in customer service and is demonstrated in our investment in the 1E511
Traveler Information Service and other motorist service programs such as outreach to employers for ridesharing
assistance, the establishment and maintenance of freeway call boxes, and the Freeway Service Patrol program. As
the Commission adds more responsibilities to become a toll facility operator, it will increase RCTC's interaction
with the public that will only strengthen our commitment to communicating in an effective and proactive manner.
We welcome public input and participation and invite you to visit our website at www.rctc.org or to follow us on
Twitter @RCTC.
GFOA Distinguished Budget Award
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) presented a Distinguished
Budget Presentation Award to RCTC for its annual budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014. In order to
receive this award, a governmental unit must publish a budget document that meets program criteria as a policy
document, an operations guide, a financial plan, and a communications device.
The award is valid for a period of one year only. The Commission believes this budget continues to conform to
program requirements, and it will be submitted to GFOA to determine the Commission's eligibility for another
award.
Acknowledgements
The preparation of this budget has been a collaborative effort of the Commission's staff. The budget reflects the
Commission's desire to communicate the components of the budget in terms that are easily understandable and
supportable for the general public. Staff acknowledges and appreciates the guidance and leadership of the Board
of Commissioners and the sense of renewal and commitment it has and continues to inspire.
Signature on file Signature on file
Anne Mayer, Executive Director Theresia Trevino, Chief Financial Officer
Commission Introduction
State of California (State) law created the Riverside County Transportation Commission (Commission or RCTC) in
1976 to oversee the funding and coordination of all public transportation services within Riverside County
(County). The Commission's mission is to assume a leadership role in improving mobility in the County. The
governing body consists of all five members of the County Board of Supervisors, one elected official from each of
the County's 28 cities, and one non -voting member appointed by the Governor of California. The Commission is
responsible for setting policies, establishing priorities, and coordinating activities among the County's various
transit operators and other agencies. The Commission also programs and/or reviews the allocation of federal,
state, and local funds for highway, transit, rail, non -motorized travel (bicycle and pedestrian), and other
transportation activities.
The Commission serves as the tax authority and implementation agency for the voter approved Measure A
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Measure A was originally approved by the County's electorate in 1988
and imposed a one-half of one cent transaction and use tax (sales tax) to fund specific programs that commenced
in July 1989 (1989 Measure A). The 1989 Measure A was approved for 20 years and expired on June 30, 2009. On
November 5, 2002, the voters of Riverside County approved the renewal of Measure A beginning in July 2009
through June 2039 (2009 Measure A).
Additionally, the Commission provides motorist aid services designed to expedite traffic flow. These services
include the Service Authority for Freeway Emergencies (SAFE), a program that provides call box service for
motorists; the Freeway Service Patrol (FSP), a roving tow truck service to assist motorists with disabled vehicles on
the main highways of the County during peak rush hour traffic periods; and Inland Empire 511 (IE511), a traveler
information system. These services are provided at no charge to motorists and are funded through a $1 surcharge
on vehicle registrations.
The Commission is also legally responsible for allocating Transportation Development Act (TDA) funds, the major
source of funds for transit in the County. The TDA provides two sources of funding: the Local Transportation Fund
(LTF), which is derived from a one -quarter of one cent state sales tax, and State Transit Assistance (STA), which is
now derived from the statewide sales tax on diesel fuel. Prior to 2010, STA revenues included the tax on gasoline.
Finally, the Commission has been designated as the Congestion Management Agency (CMA) for the County. As the
CMA, the Commission coordinates with local jurisdictions in the establishment of congestion mitigation
procedures for the County's roadway system.
Riverside County Transportation Commission
List of Principal Officials
Board of Commissioners
Name Title Agency
Kevin Jeffries Member County of Riverside, District 1
John F. Tavaglione 2nd Vice Chair (Commission) County of Riverside, District 2
Chuck Washington Member County of Riverside, District 3
John J. Benoit Member County of Riverside, District 4
Marion Ashley Member County of Riverside, District 5
Deborah Franklin Vice Chair (Western Riverside County Programs and City of Banning
Projects Committee)
Brenda Knight Member City of Beaumont
Joseph DeConinck Member City of Blythe
Ella Zanowic Member City of Calimesa
Dawn Haggerty Member City of Canyon Lake
Greg Pettis Member City of Cathedral City
Steven Hernandez Member City of Coachella
Karen Spiegel Member City of Corona
Scott Matas Vice Chair (Commission) and Vice Chair (Eastern Riverside City of Desert Hot Springs
County Programs and Projects Committee)
Adam Rush Member City of Eastvale
Linda Krupa Member City of Hemet
Dana Reed Member City of Indian Wells
Troy Strange Member City of Indio
Frank Johnston Member City of Jurupa Valley
Robert Radi Member City of La Quinta
Bob Magee Chair (Budget and Implementation Committee) City of Lake Elsinore
Scott Mann Member City of Menifee
Jesse Molina Member City of Moreno Valley
Rick Gibbs Member City of Murrieta
Berwin Hanna Member City of Norco
Jan Harnik Vice Chair (Budget and Implementation Committee) City of Palm Desert
Ginny Foat Member City of Palm Springs
Daryl Busch Chair (Commission) City of Perris
Ted Weill Member City of Rancho Mirage
Steve Adams Member City of Riverside
Andrew Kotyuk Member City of San Jacinto
Michael Naggar Member City of Temecula
Ben Benoit Chair (Western Riverside County Programs and Projects City of Wildomar
Committee)
John Bulinski Interim Governor's Appointee Caltrans, District 8
Management Staff
Anne Mayer, Executive Director
John Standiford, Deputy Executive Director
Michael Blomquist, Toll Program Director
Marlin Feenstra, Project Delivery Director
Shirley Medina, Planning and Programming Director
Theresia Trevino, Chief Financial Officer
Robert Yates, Multimodal Services Director
Executive Summary
Introduction
The budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2015/16 is presented to the Board of Commissioners (Board) and the citizens of
Riverside County. The budget outlines the projects the Commission plans to undertake during the year and
appropriates expenditures to accomplish these tasks. The budget also shows the funding sources and fund
balances that will be used for these projects. This document will serve as the Commission's monetary guideline. To
provide the reader a better understanding of the projects, staff has included descriptive information regarding
each department and major projects. The discussion in each department includes a review of accomplishments,
major initiatives, and key assumptions.
Staff used the goals and objectives approved at the Commission meeting on March 11, 2015, to prepare this
budget. In addition to the Commission's guiding principles, long-term goals, and strategic plan, the short-term
factors listed below were used to guide the development of the budget.
Operational
• Aggressively pursue completion of the environmental, design, right of way, and construction processes on
the State Route (SR) 91 project (91 Project), Interstate (I) 215 corridor improvement project; 1-15 Express
Lanes project; and Perris Valley Line Metrolink extension (Perris Valley Line) included in the Western
Riverside County Delivery Plan.
• Enhance corridor mobility and traveler choice by continuing property acquisition and construction on the
91 Project and continuing to develop tolled express lanes on 1-15.
• Provide leadership in the planning and development of the Coachella Valley/San Gorgonio Pass corridor
rail service.
• Work closely with local jurisdictions to administer the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF)
Regional Arterial Program and facilitate the delivery of eligible arterial improvements in western Riverside
County (Western County).
• Work closely with partners in the Coachella Valley to ensure the implementation of Measure A funding
priorities.
• Complete projects and programs included in the 1989 Measure A ordinance and determine uses for any
unexpended revenues.
• Continue the preliminary engineering and environmental mitigation for the Mid County Parkway and SR-
79 realignment projects.
• Work with local and regional agencies in developing resources for preservation and maintenance of the
highways and regional arterials.
• Continue active engagement in state and federal efforts to streamline and reform the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
• Consider future rail expansion opportunities including the potential for extension of the Perris Valley Line
to the Hemet/San Jacinto and Temecula areas.
• Support innovative programs that provide transit assistance in hard to serve rural areas or for riders with
special transit needs.
• Support cost controls and promote operating efficiency for transit operators.
• Maintain effective partnerships among commuters, employers, and government to increase the efficiency
of our transportation system by encouraging and promoting motorized and non -motorized transportation
alternatives.
• Continue to provide a motorist aid system that ensures safety and convenience to freeway motorists.
• Maintain an active involvement in state and federal legislative matters to ensure that the Commission
receives proper consideration for transportation projects and funding.
• Explore local options for sustainable funding in addressing long-term transportation and quality -of -life
needs for Riverside County.
• Maintain close communication with Commissioners and educate policy makers on all issues of importance
to the Commission.
Financial
• Fund administrative costs with allocations from Measure A, LTF, FSP, SAFE, and TUMF funds.
• Maintain administrative program delivery costs below the policy threshold of 4% of Measure A revenues;
the FY 2015/16 Management Services budget is 3% of Measure A revenues.
• Maintain administrative salaries and benefits at less than 1% of Measure A revenues; the FY 2015/16
administrative salaries and benefits is .99% of Measure A revenues.
• Continue to maintain prudent cash reserves to provide some level of insulation for unplanned
expenditures.
• Maintain current strong bond ratings with rating agencies.
• Move forward on Measure A projects for highways and regional arterials using sales tax revenues, TUMF
revenues, and state and federal funding as well as financing alternatives such as commercial paper, sales
tax revenue bonds, toll revenue bonds, and federal loans.
• Establish and maintain reserves for toll operations, capital improvements, and debt service in accordance
with toll supported debt agreements.
• Conduct enhanced outreach to businesses and contractors located in Riverside County regarding
opportunities to provide competitive and qualified goods and/or services to the Commission.
• Leverage and protect past Measure A investments in rail with state and federal funding for additional rail
improvements, including the Perris Valley Line.
• Maintain the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to integrate project accounting needs and
improve accounting efficiency.
Budget Overview
Total sources (Table 1) are budgeted at $779,368,800 which is a decrease of less than 1% over FY 2014/15
projected sources and a 34% decrease over the FY 2014/15 revised budget. Total sources are comprised of
revenues of $382,013,500, transfers in of $136,077,400, and debt proceeds of $261,277,900. The projected fund
balance at June 30, 2015 available for expenditures (excluding reserves for debt service of $112,811,300 and
advances receivable of $32,014,100) is $686,984,200. Accordingly, total funding available for the FY 2015/16
budget totals $1,466,353,000.
Table 1— Sources FY 2014-2016
FY 13/14
Actual
FY 14/15
Revised Budget
FY 14/15 FY 15/16
Projected Budget
Dollar
Change
Percent
Change
Measure A Sales Tax
LTF Sales Tax
STA Sales Tax
Intergovernmental
TUMF Revenue
Other Revenue
Investment Income
Transfers In
Debt Proceeds
$ 156,355,800
77,544,200
14,409,400
122,688,100
11,284,400
1,081,100
9,979,900
481,987,700
674,750,100
$ 167,000,000
81,500,000
12,944,700
182,315,400
12,154,600
575,000
2,450,900
526,661,100
191,600,000
$ 167,000,000
81,500,000
12,944,700
133,628,800
12,042,700
221,200
4,138,000
254,035,100
116,059,000
$ 170,000,000
83,000,000
13,372,400
100,896,000
12,053,800
235,000
2,456,300
136,077,400
261,277,900
$ 3,000,000
1,500,000
427,700
(81,419,400)
(100,800)
(340,000)
5,400
(390,583,700)
69,677,900
2%
2%
3%
-45 %
-1%
-59 %
0%
-74 %
36%
TOTAL Sources
$ 1,550,080,700 $ 1,177,201,700 $
781,569,500 $ 779,368,800 $ (397,832,900) -34%
Riverside County has specific competitive advantages over nearby coastal counties (Los Angeles, Orange and San
Diego) including housing that was (and remains) more available and affordable and plentiful commercial real
estate and land available for development at lower costs. Prior to the national recession, Riverside County's
economy thrived, reflecting the area's competitive advantages over its neighboring counties, largely as a result of
the County's continuing ability to draw jobs, residents, and affordable housing away from the Los Angeles, Orange,
and San Diego county areas. As a result, the County's employment and commercial base diversified and the
County's share of the regional economy increased.
During the nationwide recession, the County experienced high unemployment; reduced personal income, taxable
sales, and residential building permits; a decrease in the rate of home sales and the median price of single-family
residences; and high rates of notices of default on mortgage loans secured by single-family residences. The impact
of the recession was amplified in the Inland Empire (i.e., Riverside and San Bernardino counties) due to its
relatively greater growth and the relatively lower average income levels when compared to coastal areas. These
factors resulted in fluctuating Measure A and LTF sales tax revenues and TUMF fees; however, as noted on Chart 1
the sales tax revenues have stabilized following the recession.
Chart 1— Commission Sources Trend
$800,000,000
$700,000,000
$600,000,000
$500,000,000
$400,000,000
$300,000,000
$200,000,000
$100,000,000
FY 11/12
FY 12/13
FY 13/14
FY 14/15
FY 15/16
Illm•Measu re A Sales Tax
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While recovery from the nationwide recession in the local Inland Empire economy has lagged the nation and other
areas of California, the local economy is experiencing significant improvement. Sales tax revenues have rebounded
from the recent economic downturn's low point in 2010. The Commission's Measure A and LTF sales tax revenues
for FY 2014/15 are projected to exceed their highest annual level that was reached in FY 2005/06. The
Commission's economic outlook for FY 2015/16 continues to be cautiously optimistic; however, the state and
federal budget issues continue to affect funding of the Commission's capital projects and programs. Ongoing
problems with funding of the Federal Highway Trust Fund could cause delays in receipt of federal funding. Should
Measure A and LTF sales tax revenues fluctuate and the availability of federal and state revenues continue to be
uncertain, the timing and scope of the Commission's projects and programs may be impacted.
While the Commission's primary revenues are the Measure A and LTF sales taxes, other revenues and financing
sources are required to fund the Commission's programs and projects as illustrated in Chart 2.
Chart 2 — Sources: Major Categories
Debt Proceeds
33%
Transfers In STA Sales Tax
18% 2%
r.
Intergovernmental
ti 13%
Investment Income
0%
TUMF Revenue
2%
Other Revenue
0%
The State Board of Equalization (SBOE) recently provided to cities and other agencies its projections that statewide
taxable sales over the next fiscal year will increase 5.7%. However, given the tenuous local economy, the
Commission is not basing its estimate of revenues solely on the SBOE's projection and will continue its
conservative projection practices. After taking the state of the local economy and recent revenue trends into
consideration, staff projects Measure A sales tax revenues of $170,000,000 for FY 2015/16. This is a 2% increase
from the FY 2014/15 revised projection of $167,000,000. At midyear the Commission will reassess sales tax
revenue projections based on the economy and revenue trends.
On behalf of the County, the Commission administers the LTF for public transportation needs, local streets and
roads, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The majority of LTF funding received by the County and available for
allocation is distributed to all public transit operators in the County, and the Commission receives allocations for
administration, planning, and programming in addition to funding for Western County rail operations included in
the commuter rail Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP). The LTF sales tax revenue received from the State is budgeted
at $83,000,000; an increase of 2% from the FY 2014/15 revised projection of $81,500,000.
STA funds generated from the statewide sales tax on motor vehicle fuel are allocated by formula by the State
Controller to the Commission for allocations to the County's public transit operators. The STA transit allocation,
which is based on recent State estimates, for FY 2015/16 is $13,372,400.
Intergovernmental revenues include reimbursement revenues from federal sources of $46,890,300, state sources
of $49,550,500, and local agencies of $4,455,200 for highway and rail capital projects, rail operations and station
maintenance, commuter assistance, and motorist assistance programs as well as planning and programming
activities. The significant decrease of 45% in FY 2015/16 compared to the FY 2014/15 revised budget is due to near
completion of several projects including the Perris Valley Line and 1-215 corridor improvement projects.
Reimbursement revenues vary from year to year depending on project activities and funding levels.
As a result of an amended Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Western Riverside Council of
Governments (WRCOG), the Commission will receive 48.7% of TUMF revenues (as updated by the most recent
Nexus study). TUMF represents fees assessed on new residential and commercial development in Western County.
FY 2015/16 TUMF fees are projected at $12,000,000 and are comparable to the FY 2014/15 revised projection of
$12,000,000 and reflect the slow but encouraging signs in the housing market in the Inland Empire. Additional
TUMF zone reimbursements of $53,800 are expected for the 74/215 interchange project.
Other revenue of $235,000 is projected to decrease 59% from the prior year's budget of $575,000 and is related to
property management revenues from properties acquired in connection with the 91 Project.
Investment income in FY 2015/16 is anticipated to remain flat compared to the FY 2014/15 budget. Staff continues
to actively manage its resources and make appropriate investments to maximize the return to the Commission
without sacrificing security and affecting short-term cash requirements.
Transfers in of $136,077,400 relate primarily to the transfer of available debt proceeds for highway projects; LTF
funding for general administration, planning and programming, rail operations and station maintenance, and
grade separation project allocations; approved interfund allocations for specific projects; and debt service
requirements from highway, regional arterial, and local streets and roads funds. Debt proceeds consist of draw
downs of $261,277,900 from the federal Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loan
related to the 91 Project.
Total uses (Table 2), including transfers out of $136,077,400, are budgeted at $1,038,982,700, a decrease of 33%
from the prior year budget amount of $1,560,710,300. Program expenditures and transfers out totaling
$967,041,300 represent 93% of total budgeted uses in FY 2015/16. Program costs have decreased by 36% from
$1,491,631,200 in FY 2014/15 due to significant completion of several projects identified below.
Table 2 — Uses FY 2014-2016
FY 13/14
Actual
FY 14/15 FY 14/15
Revised Budget Projected
FY 15/16
Budget
Dollar
Change
Percent
Change
Capital Highway, Rail, and Regional Arterials
Capital Local Streets and Roads
Commuter Assistance
Debt Service
Management Services
Motorist Assistance
Planning and Programming
Public and Specialized Transit
Rail Maintenance and Operations
TOTAL Uses
849,155,400
46, 677,100
3,236,900
117,574,000
11,998,500
4,753,300
2,548,100
92,910,200
11,937,500
$ 1,140,791,000
1,271,944,900
49,882,000
3,455,400
54,696,200
14,382,900
5,583,800
6,380,800
136,381,700
18,002,600
1,560,710,300
742,331,700
49,882,000
3,665,400
54,696,200
13,415,300
5,338,100
4,275,200
92,767,600
14,864,800
981,236,300
$ 730,265,000
50,679,000
3,846,800
53,919,900
18,021,500
6,476,900
6,614,400
142,841,200
26,318,000
$ 1,038,982,700
(541,679,900)
797,000
391,400
(776,300)
3,638,600
893,100
233,600
6,459,500
8,315,400
$ (521,727,600)
-43 %
2%
11%
-1%
25 %
16%
4%
5%
46%
-33%
Note: Management Services includes Executive Management, Administration, Legislative Affairs and Communications, and Finance.
Capital highway, rail, and regional arterials budgeted uses of $730,265,000 are 43% lower compared to the FY
2014/15 budget due to decreased operating transfers out of debt proceeds from capital projects funds to special
revenue funds to finance 2009 Measure A Western County highway projects costs and significant completion of
the 60/215 East Junction high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane connectors, SR-74 curve widening project, 1-215
corridor improvement project, and Perris Valley Line project.
Local streets and roads expenditures of $50,679,000 reflect an increase of 2% over the FY 2014/15 budget and
represent the disbursements to local jurisdictions for the construction, repair, and maintenance of local streets
and roads.
Debt Service of $53,919,900 has decreased 1% and is comparable to the FY 2014/15 revised budget.
Commuter Assistance budgeted expenditures of $3,846,800 are 11% higher than FY 2014/15 budget due to
increased expenditures related to new program administration and management structure, rideshare
enhancements, and special incentive projects. Management Services expenditures have increased 25% or
$3,638,600 from the FY 2014/15 budget due to information technology equipment upgrades, preparation for toll
operations, and administration support. Motorist Assistance expenditures have increased 16% or $893,100 from
the FY 2014/15 budget as a result of call box hardware upgrades and increased FSP construction service. Planning
and Programming budgeted expenditures of $6,614,400 reflect a 4% increase from the FY 2014/15 budget due to
increased projects and operations activities in connection with LTF disbursements for planning and programming
and grade separation projects. Public and Specialized Transit budgeted expenditures of $142,841,200 are 5%
higher than FY 2014/15 budget due to increased transit capital expenditures for public transit. The 46% increase
in Rail Maintenance and Operation's budgeted expenditures of $26,318,000 is primarily due to commencement of
Perris Valley Line operations and additional consultant work needed to perform planning and modeling for rail
projects including the Coachella Valley/San Gorgonio Pass corridor rail service.
Total uses included in the FY 2015/16 budget by major categories are illustrated in Chart 3.
Chart 3 — Uses: Major Categories
Planning and
Programming
1%
Motorist
Assistance
1%
Management
Services
2% Debt Service
5%
Commuter
Assistance
0%
Capital Local Streets
and Roads
5%
Commission Personnel
Public and
Specialized Transit
14%
Rail Maintenance
and Operations
2%
Capital Highway, Rail, and
Regional Arterials
70%
The Commission's salary and benefits total $9,499,800 for FY 2015/16. This represents an increase of $1,169,500
or 14% over the FY 2014/15 revised budget of $8,330,300 (Chart 4). The increase relates to an increase of three
full-time equivalents (FTE) to include a new Toll Senior Management Analyst, Toll Technology Manager, and Toll
Operations Manager in preparation for toll operations that will commence in 2017; a 2% cost of living adjustment
to offset the employees' contribution for their share of normal pension costs; a 4% pool for merit -based salary
increases; and an increase in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS) employer contribution
rate and dental, vision, and workers' compensation premiums.
The Commission's salary schedule for FY 2015/16 is included in Appendix B and complies with Government Code
§20636 "Compensation Earnable" and California Code of Register §570.5, "Requirements for a Publicly Available
Pay Schedule".
Beginning with FY 2013/14, the Commission implemented a phased approach over a three-year period requiring
employees to pay their share of normal pension costs. The previous employer -paid member contribution by the
Commission has been eliminated in FY 2015/16.
Chart 4 - Salary and Benefits Costs: Five -Year Comparison
$10,000,000
$9,000,000
$8,000,000
$7,000,000
$6,000,000
$5,000,000
$4,000,000
$3,000,000
$2,000,000
$1,000,000
$-
FY 11/12
FY 12/13
FY 13/14
FY 14/15 FY 15/16
The FY 2015/16 FTE of 49 positions is higher compared to the FY 2014/15 level of 46 FTE (Table 3) as the
Commission prepares for significant organization changes that include large transportation capital projects
resulting in toll operations and the investment of billions of dollars requiring substantial attention at many staff
levels. Management continues to be firmly committed to the intent of the Commission's enabling legislation that
called for a small staff. Staff will continue to be provided the tools needed to ensure an efficient and productive
work environment. However, it must be recognized that small is not viewed in an absolute context; it is relative to
the required tasks to be performed and the demands to be met.
Table 3 - Full -Time Equivalents by Department FY 2014-2016
FY 13/14 FY 14/15
Executive Management 0.4 0.4
Administration 5.2 5.2
Legislative Affairs and Communications 2.2 2.2
Finance 7.1 7.0
Planning and Programming 5.9 5.1
Rail Maintenance and Operations 3.1 3.9
Public and Specialized Transit 2.4 2.4
Commuter Assistance 1.7 1.6
Motorist Assistance 0.9 1.2
Capital Project Development and Delivery 15.1 17.0
TOTAL 44.0 46.0
FY 15/16
0.4
5.0
2.3
7.4
5.6
4.0
2.2
1.9
1.0
19.2
49.0
The Commission provides a comprehensive package of benefits to all permanent, salaried employees. The package
includes: health, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, workers' compensation, tuition
assistance, sick and vacation leave, retirement benefits in the form of participation in CaIPERS, postretirement
health care, deferred compensation, and employee assistance program. The compensation components are
shown in Chart 5.
Chart 5 — Personnel Salaries and Benefits
Other Fringes
7%
A.
Health
12%
ti
Retirement
17%
Salaries
64%
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Department Initiatives
The preparation of each department's budget was based on key assumptions, accomplishments in FY 2014/15,
major initiatives for FY 2015/16, and department goals and related objectives. Following are the key initiatives and
summary of expenditures for each department (Tables 4 through 13).
Executive Management
• Continue project development and delivery as the key Measure A priority.
• Continue construction on Riverside County's largest transportation project, the 91 Project.
• Complete preliminary engineering and continue the design -build development and financing phase on the 1-15
Express Lanes project.
• Advance public transit with the completion of the Perris Valley Line.
• Continue planning efforts to advance passenger rail service in the Coachella Valley/San Gorgonio Pass
corridor.
• Advocate for state investments in transportation and approval of a federal transportation bill to fund needed
transportation priorities in the County and stimulate the local economy.
• Initiate a Riverside County Transportation Plan for use in establishing integrated transportation visions and
priorities.
• Maintain regional cooperation and collaboration as a significant effort consistent with the philosophy and
mission of the Commission.
• Enhance external communications with media, business and civic groups, and the community.
• Maintain an effective mid -sized transportation agency with a small and dedicated staff.
Table 4 — Executive Management
FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 Dollar Percent
Actual Revised Budget Projected Budget Change Change
Personnel $ 145,600 $ 139,600 $ 139,100 $ 95,400 $ (44,200) -32%
Professional 117,100 262,500 311,300 360,000 97,500 37%
Support 42,600 72,500 73,000 87,100 14,600 20%
TOTAL $ 305,300 $ 474,600 $ 523,400 $ 542,500 $ 67,900 14%
Administration
• Provide high quality support services to the Commission and to internal and external customers.
• Continue to enhance the electronic records management system.
" C o n t i n u e t o p r o v i d e t i m e l y c o m m u n i c a t i o n s t o C o m m i s s i o n e r s w i t h c o n t i n u e d e m p h a s i s o n t h e u t i l i z a t i o n o f
e l e c t r o n i c m a i l .
" C o n t i n u e t o u p d a t e t e c h n o l o g y t o s t r e a m l i n e p r o c e s s e s a n d p r o v i d e e a s i e r a c c e s s t o C o m m i s s i o n r e c o r d s .
" S u p p o r t a n d d e v e l o p a m o t i v a t e d w o r k f o r c e w i t h a f r a m e w o r k o f a c t i v i t i e s a n d p r a c t i c e s t h a t c o m p l y w i t h
e m p l o y m e n t l a w s a n d r e g u l a t i o n s .
T a b l e 5 - A d m i n i s t r a t i o n
F Y 1 3 / 1 4 F Y 1 4 / 1 5 F Y 1 4 / 1 5 F Y 1 5 / 1 6 D o l l a r P e r c e n t
A c t u a l R e v i s e d B u d g e t P r o j e c t e d B u d g e t C h a n g e C h a n g e
P e r s o n n e l $ 5 7 3 , 4 0 0 $ 6 0 6 , 6 0 0 $ 5 2 8 , 9 0 0
P r o f e s s i o n a l 1 4 8 , 9 0 0 3 6 3 , 0 0 0 2 8 6 , 0 0 0
S u p p o r t 5 9 9 , 1 0 0 7 4 9 , 9 0 0 7 4 1 , 9 0 0
C a p i t a l O u t l a y 1 9 , 2 0 0 5 8 5 , 0 0 0 4 3 5 , 0 0 0
D e b t S e r v i c e 2 2 , 9 0 0 - -
T O T A L $
1 , 3 6 3 , 5 0 0 $
2 , 3 0 4 , 5 0 0 $ 1 , 9 9 1 , 8 0 0
L e g i s l a t i v e A f f a i r s a n d C o m m u n i c a t i o n s
6 1 7 , 6 0 0
4 4 8 , 5 0 0
7 4 6 , 7 0 0
1 7 5 , 0 0 0
$ 1 , 9 8 7 , 8 0 0
1 1 , 0 0 0 2 %
8 5 , 5 0 0 2 4 %
( 3 , 2 0 0 ) 0 %
( 4 1 0 , 0 0 0 ) - 7 0 %
N / A
$ ( 3 1 6 , 7 0 0 ) - 1 4 %
" C o n t i n u e e f f o r t s t o p r o t e c t a n d s e e k g r e a t e r s t a t e a n d f e d e r a l i n v e s t m e n t i n t r a n s p o r t a t i o n i n f r a s t r u c t u r e a n d
g o o d s m o v e m e n t .
" D e v e l o p e f f e c t i v e p a r t n e r s h i p s w i t h t r a n s p o r t a t i o n p r o v i d e r s t o c o m m u n i c a t e a u n i f i e d m e s s a g e t o C o n g r e s s
r e g a r d i n g m o b i l i t y n e e d s .
" A d v o c a t e p o s i t i o n s i n t h e S t a t e L e g i s l a t u r e a n d i n C o n g r e s s t h a t a d v a n c e t h e C o u n t y '