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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPACKET Transportation Advisory Board 2021-12-15 TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY December 15, 2021 EP BOARD 12:00 p.m. VIRTUAL ® REGULAR MEETING AGENDA To view or listen to the board meeting by Zoom Webinar ONLINE (Zoom Meetings): https://us06web.zoom.us/j/91317363744 Webinar ID: 913 1736 3744 CALL-IN (Telephone Option): 877-853-5257 (toll-free) Meeting ID: 913 1736 3744 12:00 pm Public Comment 12:05 pm Trustee Liaison Update Trustee Bangs 12:10 pm Approval of Minutes dated November 17, 2021 & Joint Transportation Advisory Board and Shuttle Committee Minutes dated November 11, 2021 12:15 pm Engineering Updates Manager Barr a.Trails Master Plan 12:40 pm Project/Administration Updates Director Muhonen 1:00 pm Estes Park Middle School Outreach Chair Morris 1:10 pm Parking & Transit Updates Manager Solesbee 1:35 pm Review of Draft Environmental Sustainability Task Chair Morris Force Recommendations 1:55 pm Other Business Adjourn 1 1� Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, November 17, 2021 Minutes of a Regular meeting of the TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY BOARD of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held Virtually in said Town of Estes Park on the 17th day of November, 2021 . Board: Chair Morris, Vice Chair Street, Members Finley, Gamble, Hanick, Moulton, and Slack Attending: Chair Morris, Members Gamble, Hanick, Moulton, Slack, Director Muhonen, Manager Solesbee, Manager Hook, Administrative Assistant McDonald, and Recording Secretary Disney Absent: Vice Chair Street and Member Finley Chair Morris called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENT. None. TRUSTEE LIAISON UPDATE. None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DATED OCTOBER 20, 2021. It was moved and seconded (Gamble/Slack) to approve the October 20, 2021, meeting minutes, and the motion passed unanimously. ENGINEERING UPDATES. Manager Hook provided engineering updates on sign adjustments for the Graves Avenue project; feedback on parks and wildlife for the Fall River Trail project; sidewalk repairs on West Elkhorn Avenue, Community Drive, and Rockwell Street; updates to Trails Master Plan, which would be presented to the Board in December 2021; traffic counts; pedestrian bridge repair negotiations; and downtown sidewalk trip hazards. The Board discussed the inclusion of the Park R-3 School District for Trails Master Plan updates. PROJECT/ADMINISTRATION UPDATES. Director Muhonen provided project and administration updates on a collaborative opportunity for regional transit projects as a result of the failed Larimer County 2019 sales tax initiative. The Board discussed whether they should provide support for CDOT investment funds and the pedestrian light at the MacGregor/Wonderview roundabout. PARKING & TRANSIT UPDATES. Manager Solesbee provided parking & transit updates on the Joint Transportation Advisory Board and Shuttle Committee meeting held November 11, 2021; the potential reimplementation of the YMCA Brown Express route; paid parking Wi-Fi extensions and increased pay stations; management confusion of the private parking lot by Ed's Cantina; and results of the CDOT Needs survey. The Board discussed the YMCA Brown Express route; fostering community; the Water Service Agreement between the Town and YMCA of the Rockies; a task force for addressing parking issues; and paid parking. 2022 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. Director Garner provided an update on the 2022 Comprehensive Plan and highlighted the structure of the Comprehensive Plan; the difference between the plan and the development code, the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee; the Board providing input for the 2022 Comprehensive Plan; the Plan's website; and establishing a shared vision. Director Garner had the Board participate in a visioning session in which the Board identified proximity to wildlife and nature, multi-modal transportation, access to the community, dark skies lighting, and safety as important features of Estes Park. The Board discussed further input opportunities and next steps of the plan. Transportation Advisory Board — November 17, 2021 — Page 2 OTHER BUSINESS. None. There being no further business, Chair Morris adjourned the meeting at 1:53 p.m. Kimberly Disney, Recording Secretary Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, November 11 , 2021 Minutes of a Joint meeting of the TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY BOARD AND THE SHUTTLE COMMITTEE of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado. Meeting held Virtually in said Town of Estes Park on the 11th day of November, 2021 . Board: Chair Morris, Vice Chair Street, Members Finley, Gamble, Hanick, Moulton, and Slack Attending: Chair Morris, Vice Chair Street, Members Finley, Gamble, Hanick, Moulton, Slack, Director Muhonen, Manager Solesbee, Shuttle Committee members Franker, Moore, Salerno, Swanlund, and Wells and Deputy Town Clerk Beers Absent: Trustee Bangs, Shuttle Committee members Arnold, Lloyd, Pieper and Hannon Chair Morris called the meeting to order at 1:06 p.m. WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS. Members of the Transportation Advisory Board (TAB), the Shuttle Committee and additional community organization members were introduced. PUBLIC COMMENT. None. MEETING PURPOSE & GOALS. Meeting purpose and goals was reviewed. Manager Solesbee discussed transitioning transit work from project and initiative driven to strategic and visionary, while continuing Board, Committee and Community engagement with meaningful operational refinements. Goals included gauge interest in pursuing a multimodal transportation master plan, review 2021-2022 winter trolley service details, collect feedback on 2021 summer service, brainstorm 2022 priorities, and discuss interest in reinstating service to the YMCA of the Rockies. STRATEGIC VISION FOR TRANSIT. Manager Solesbee would gather information to develop a 2022 plan which builds a vision for transit by refining visitor access and shuttle operations, funding options, identifying customers and optimizing routes. 2022 would include pursuits of grant funding for a multimodal transportation plan. A consultant would be hired in 2023 to develop the plan and identify funding needs and sources. Plan implementation would begin in 2024. Comments have been summarized: Appreciation for a multi-year plan; it was recommended staff hold a visioning session to layout the framework for the plan; support was voiced for long range planning which incorporates year-round service and to consider branding the shuttle services to increase ridership. It was determined a brainstorming session would be held in the Spring of 2022. Director Muhonen pointed out the importance of incorporating the Comprehensive Plan into the planning process for transit and recommended findings from the brainstorming session be included in the RFP for a consultant. WINTER TROLLEY SERVICE. The piloted Winter Service operation in 2020-2021 was in operation a single day per week (Wednesday) on a fixed route from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Staff stated service resulted in low ridership, however service was meaningful for regular patrons. A survey was conducted in the Fall of 2021 to determine interest in 2021 winter service which resulted in 64 responses with mixed results and no clear preferences. Member Slack noted the pilot program low ridership numbers could have been a result of COVID-19 impacts. Staff recommended continuing the winter shuttle pilot through 2022 and solicited feedback. 2021-2022 service recommendations have been summarized: Consider coordinating with other shuttle services to co-promote transit opportunities; to expand weekend service Transportation Advisory Board — November 11, 2021 — Page 2 beginning at noon on Friday; determine options to incentivize visitors to utilize designated parking locations with trolley service; incorporate seven-day service with a combination of fixed route; shortening the window of service time on Sunday and options for on- demand service. Concerns and frustration were voiced regarding trolley drivers failing to stop if there are no patrons at designated stops. An additional electric trolly would be incorporated into services in February 2022. 2022 SUMMER TRANSIT SERVICE. Discussion ensued regarding feedback on 2021 summer transit service and has been summarized: Determine methods for messaging in the plaza near the parking garage for free shuttle service opportunities; incorporate wayfinding kiosks; increase communication from transit operation to the Visitor Center regarding operations to smooth customer interactions; require shuttle drivers stop at each stop consistently; consider changing the name of the parking garage and partner with lodging and business owners to provide information to guests on transportation services offered. A brief discussion was held regarding the potential implementation of the YMCA Brown Express Route which would be continued due to time constraints. WRAP-UP & NEXT STEPS. Due to time constraints discussion on 2022 summer transit service priorities would be continued to the regular scheduled TAB meeting on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 to accept comments from Shuttle Committee members on the proposal for a Brown route. There being no further business, Chair Morris adjourned the meeting at 2:30 p.m. Bunny Victoria Beers, Deputy Town Clerk ESTES VALLEY MASTER TRAILS PLAN - ADDENDUM #1 The purpose of this document is to present information on four(4)trails that were not originally included in the Estes Valley Master Trails Plan. This is presented as an addendum to the plan and includes the same information as provided on other trails. However, the format is different and these trails are not incorporated in the Project Priority Table at this time. The 4 trails include: • Brodie Avenue Improvements • Graves Avenue Improvements • US 36, south side between Community Drive & 4th Street • CO Hwy 7, west side between Peak View Drive & Graves Avenue It is expected that this Master Trails Plan will be updated in the future, so in the meantime, the Town of Estes Park wanted to be certain these 4 trails are referenced. Revised Estes Valley Master Trails Plan Maps are attached to show added existing trails and future trail opportunities. Additionally, this document incorporates maps for Trail Gaps and Trail Deficiencies within a 1- mile radius of the Estes Park School District. In association with the Town of Estes Park Public Works Depaitiuent, the Transportation Advisory Board's Multi-Modal & Trail Needs Task Force identified these deficiencies and gaps, and assigned relative priority categories to each. The Task Force recommended these changes and the Public Works Department reviewed and concurred with the findings. Reference the attached Trail Gaps map for areas lacking trail or sidewalk pavement, or crosswalks, within a mile of the schools. Reference the attached Trail Deficiencies map for trails or sidewalks within a mile of the schools that need to be upgraded. As with the other 4 trail additions, these new trails (gaps) and maintenance needs (deficiencies) are not incorporated into the Project Priority Table at this time. However, the Town is able to utilize Safe Routes to School (SRTS) grant funding to address gaps near the schools, and an annual Concrete Repair Program to address deficiencies throughout Town. Note: the original plan was a partnership effort among many organizations and the community. This update is presented by the Town of Estes Park Public Works Depaitiuent. The primary partners were notified about this update. For more information,please contact Public Works Director Greg Muhonen, gmuhonen@estes.org, 970-577-3581. December 2021 ESTES VALLEY MASTER TRAILS PLAN-ADDENDUM#1 1 Trail name: Brodie Avenue Improvements Trail#: 8.6 Typology: Paved Surface Proposed Length: 0.3 miles (constructed) User Groups: Child Bicyclist Pedestrian Basic Bicyclist Other Non-Motorized Description: Brodie Avenue is about 0.3 miles long between Community Drive and Fish Creek Road, and it serves the primary entrance to the Estes Park Elementary School, the District's school bus facility, plus a church and residential area. With financial assistance from the Colorado Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School program, a paved 10-foot-wide concrete trail was constructed along the north side of Brodie Avenue (completed in 2019). The trail aligns with the road and there is a steep road grade between the Fish Creek Trail and the entrance to the Elementary School that will limit some access for mobility challenged individuals. �� ;1101116 igloo ESTES VALLEY MASTER TRAILS PLAN-ADDENDUM#1 2 Trail name: Graves Avenue Improvements Trail#: 8.7 Typology: Paved Surface Proposed Length: 0.2 miles (scheduled for construction in 2022) User Groups: Mobility Challenged Child Bicyclist Pedestrian Basic Bicyclist Other Non-Motorized Description: Graves Avenue is located between CO Hwy 7 to the west and Community Drive to the east and is about 0.2 miles in length. It includes businesses and residents, and connects to the Estes Valley Community Center and Estes Park Schools. As a connecter to the schools, funds were secured by the Town of Estes Park from the Colorado Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School Program. Improvements will include a 5' wide sidewalk on the north side of the road, and an 8' wide trail on the south side of the road. ESTES VALLEY MASTER TRAILS PLAN-ADDENDUM#1 3 t i ill I Ili ii ESTES VALLEY MASTER TRAILS PLAN-ADDENDUM#1 4 Trail name: US 36, south side between Community Drive &4th Street Trail#: 48 Typology: Paved Surface Proposed Length: 0.3 miles User Groups: Mobility Challenged Child Bicyclist Pedestrian Basic Bicyclist Other Non-Motorized Description This trail opportunity is approximately 0.26 miles long and would provide connectivity to the Estes Park Events Complex and fairgrounds, Estes Park Museum, Estes Park Schools, Estes Valley Community Center, Fish Creek Trail and the Lake Estes Trail from the Reclamation Neighborhood. This trail opportunity would be a significant safety feature encouraging people to not cross US Hwy 36 to Lake Estes and to instead use the existing highway underpass to connect to the Lake Estes Trail. This trail would also connect the completed 4th Street improvements with the proposed US Hwy 36 and Community Drive Roundabout.ArAir-- �► dx, _ i • rr 1%H ZI„V w h SOks A� y ESTES VALLEY MASTER TRAILS PLAN—ADDENDUM#1 5 Trail name: CO Hwy 7, west side between Peak View Drive & Graves Avenue Trail#: 7.5 Typology: Paved Surface Proposed Length: 1.1 miles User Groups: Mobility Challenged Child Bicyclist Pedestrian Basic Bicyclist Other Non-Motorized Description: This trail opportunity along the west side of CO Hwy 7 (South St. Vrain Avenue)would connect residents with the Estes Park Schools, Estes Valley Community Center, businesses, Lake Estes Trail, and Fish Creek Trail. The Estes Valley Housing Authority's Peak View Apartments project was completed in 2021 and introduces workforce housing along this route appropriate for working families. Allenspark %i s ? ,�'Raymond 2c a r. rY , Ward 30 - :* d° • - f '. 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' Or* J rrY. z : 1,. b..--•, dr „'411W,007. 'm�rA `."9 �K l' ' i �•J -1* ;~N 1 n - + r ( J ' �.r i� `�rr: �: K ..' 11 I Legend — • `- . °_- - ,\ . ' - ( , 4 Priority k I , h r Low • _ - L. „ 1 in-1,650 ft This draft document was prepared for internal use by the Town of Estes Park Trail DEFICIENCIES N Town of Estes Park,CO.The Town makes no claim as to A the accuracy or completeness of the data contained hereon. [P 1 mile radius a Public Works De 0 1,000 2,000 Due to security concerns, The Town requests that you ESTES PARK p Multi-Modal&Trail Needs Task Force do not post this document on the internet or otherwise COLOR A D O Feet make it available to persons unknown to you. Transportation Advisory Board list of environmental recommendations for the Town's Environmental Sustainability Task Force (DRAFT) 1. Continue to implement Complete Streets Policy throughout the Estes valley. a. Design and plan the transportation network modes to accommodate safe and comfortable movement for all users ( 8 year old to 80 year old). b. Design and plan for a connected network of sidewalks & multi-use paths that link one end of the valley to the other end. 2. Town of Estes Park should support designs and plans that promote maximum unobstructed circulation to reduce carbon and other emissions. a. Eliminate traffic signals at intersections and replace them with roundabouts. b. Consider all users and their experience when installing roundabouts, so that pedestrians, cyclists and other micromobility users feel safe and comfortable. c. Synchronize pedestrian and bike crossing signals with traffic flow 3. Enhance the paid parking program where necessary to facilitate and encourage parking on the periphery outside the core downtown area. 4. Work with the county, state, and federal government to encourage non car alternatives for visiting Estes Park a. Regional transit programs b. Regional & state wide incentives to visit Estes Park using alternative modes. 5. Provide a robust year round transit program that encourages residents and visitors to use it when accessing downtown, services (hospital, event center and community center), and public lands. a. Invest in infrastructure that allows access, comfort and safety for all users. i. Kiosks ii. Well placed location stops 6. Encourage business innovation and participation that align with environmental stewardship. a. Shared Bike programs b. Bike Taxi businesses c. EV charging stations at lodging & restaurants d. EV charging stations at public services locations- hospital and community center 7. Encourage, develop and maintain relationships between the school district, hospital, lodging and Town of Estes Park regarding specifically how to improve alternative transportation (walking, biking, using transit or uber). 8. Provide an Electric Vehicle Expo at the Event Center, which focuses on education and informing the environmental benefits.