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June 7, 2022
ITEM TITLE
Regional Transportation Improvement Program: Adopt the TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 2022/23 through 2026/27
Report Number: 22-0159
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Engineering
Environmental Notice : The activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required
Recommended Action
Conduct the public hearing and adopt a resolution approving the proposed TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 2022/23 through 2026/27.
SUMMARY
SANDAG, acting as the Regional Transportation Commission, approves on a biennial basis a multi -year program of projects submitted by local jurisdictions identifying those transportation projects eligible to use transportation sales tax (TransNet) funds. All of the projects that the City of Chula Vista proposes to fund with TransNet funds must be included in the Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP), as well as projects that are funded with Federal o r State transportation funds. Staff recommends adopting the TransNet Local Street Improvement Program of Projects for Fiscal Years 2022/23 through 2026/27 for inclusion in the RTIP.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Director of Development Services has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because the activity consists of governmental Regio nal Transportation Improvement Program/ TransNet funds activity, which does not involve any commitment to P a g e | 2
any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.
Therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA.
Thus, no environmental review is required. Although environmental review is not required at this time, once the scope of potential individual projects has been defined, environmental review wi ll be required for each project and the appropriate environmental determination will be made.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Not applicable.
DISCUSSION
The voters of San Diego County approved the TransNet Program as Proposition A in November 19 87. This proposition enacted a half -cent increase in the countywide sales tax through 2008 to fund specified transportation programs and projects. One third of the revenues generated by the tax were allocated by SANDAG to the local agencies for local street and road purposes.
In November 2004, 67 percent of County voters supported Proposition A, which extends TransNet from 2008 to 2048. The TransNet Extension Ordinance states that at least 70 percent of the funds allocated to local agencies for local road projects should be used to fund Congestion Relief (CR) projects. CR projects include the construction of new or expanded facilities, rehabilitation and reconstruction of roadways, traffic signalization, transportation infrastructure to support smart gro wth, capital improvements for transit facilities, and operating support for local shuttle and circulator transit routes. No more than 30 percent of TransNet funds allocated to local agencies for local road projects are expected to be used for local street and road maintenance.
On April 22, 2022, SANDAG provided the member agencies with an updated TransNet Revenue Forecast - Local Street Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2022/23 through 2026/27 (Attachment 1), which are conservative estimates for plannin g purposes. The Fiscal Year 2022 -23 projected revenue is currently estimated to be $8,786,000 with an approximate $300,000 increase in revenue for each following year.
A summary of the 5 -Year TransNet Allocation and the City projects currently programmed for TransNet funding are shown on Attachment 2. There are three (3) new TransNet funded projects proposed for addition in the 2023 RTIP Program of Projects. Appropriation s of funds are not requested at this time – appropriation of the funds for these projects will be part of the approval process for the Fiscal Year 2022/23 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Amounts shown for future fiscal years are estimated and will be revised in the future as revenues and specific locations are identified.
The following are the major projects that will be included for TransNet funding in Fiscal Year 2022/23.
Congestion Relief Projects
CHV39: Traffic Signal System Optimization (TRF0350, TRF0433) Provision of consultant services and/or equipment such as traffic signal timing coordination projects and adaptive traffic control systems, to optimize the performance of existing traffic signal systems for improved traffic circulation, reduced intersection delays, and reduced congestion throughout the city.
CHV48: Major Pavement Rehabilitation (STM0411)
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Annual pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction projects requiring thick overlays ( 1-inch or greater) and/or major street reconstruction.
CHV58: New Sidewalk Improvements (STM0405, TRF0414)
Design and construction of sidewalk and other pedestrian improvements in areas without existing sidewalk.
CHV60: Traffic Signal Upgrades (TRF0424)
Traffic Signal Modifications to improve the safety of intersection turning maneuvers and improve signal visibility. This will enhance safety of motorists and pedestrians, reduce broadside accidents, potentially decrease delays, and improve air quality.
CHV79: Raised Median Improvements (TRF0415)
Design and construction of new/modification of existing raised medians to improve traffic safety.
CHV88: F Street Promenade (STL0464)
Complete design of F Street Promenade improvement plans which includes complete streets facilities such as bicycle paths, traffic signal modific ations, street lighting, pedestrian lighting, sidewalk/crossing improvements and roadway resurfacing.
CHV89: Olympic Parkway Safety Enhancements (TRF0432)
Striping modifications and improvements to signage and traffic signals that were identified in the O lympic Parkway Road Safety Assessment at Town Center Drive and Eastlake Parkway. Includes the installation of radar speed feedback signs between Brandywine Avenue and La Media Road.
Maintenance Projects
CHV06: Pavement Rehabilitation Program (CTY0219)
Pavement maintenance treatments (less than 1.0 -inch thickness) and other pavement repairs as well as managing and maintaining the City's Pavement Management System (PMS).
CHV22: Advance Planning Studies (CTY0202, CTY0232, STM0406) Manages asset inventories, master plans, special studies to identify current and future infrastructure needs and manages available funding sources.
CHV33: School Zone Traffic Calming (TRF0345)
Field investigation and installation/construction of traffic calming devices in public school zones, such as traffic control devices (flashing beacons), signs, striping and minor street improvements.
CHV34: Neighborhood Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Program (TRF0327, TRF0422, TRF0429) Provide community outreach and education regarding traf fic/safety hazards, preparation of plans and construction of traffic calming, pedestrian safety measures and ADA improvements.
CHV35: Traffic Signing, Studies and Signal Upgrade (TRF0332, TRF0366) Upgrading and maintenance of traffic signal and street lig ht systems in the city. Work includes, but is not limited to interconnect cables and conduit, vehicle and bike detection systems, emergency vehicle pre - emption systems, traffic signal controllers, and new street light fixtures.
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CHV45: Traffic Monitoring Program (STM0369, TRF0321)
Traffic monitoring to evaluate conformance with the city's traffic threshold standards and provide data for advanced planning studies, capital improvements projects, speed surveys and other related studies.
CHV75: ADA Pedestrian Curb Ramps (STL0461)
Installation of American with Disabilities Act -compliant ramps at missing locations in accordance with the City's priority list.
CHV83: Local Street Utility Undergrounding Districts (STM0394, STM0407) Associated work required to conv ert overhead utility lines to underground; includes traffic lighting and signal relocation/installation, pedestrian infrastructure.
CHV90: North Second Avenue Shoulder Improvements (TRF0427) Project upgrades existing guardrail on the easterly frontage of North Second Avenue. Includes roadway safety improvements at this location.
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site-specific and consequently, the real property holdings o f the City Council members do not create a disqualifying real property-related financial conflict of interest under the Political Reform Act (Cal. Gov't Code § 87100, et seq.).
Staff is not independently aware and has not been informed by any City Council member, of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision-maker conflict of interest in this matter.
CURRENT-YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
These actions will have no direct impact to the General Fund. There will be no current fiscal year impact since this Council action pertains to revenue estimates for Fiscal Years 2022/23 through 2026/27.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
Upon completion of the CIP projects, the improvements will require only routine maintenance.
ATTACHMENTS
1. TransNet Revenue Forecast (04/22/2022)
2. 5-Year TransNet Allocation FY23 - FY27
Staff Contact:
William S. Valle, Director of Engineering and Capital Projects Patrick C. Moneda, Senior Civil Engineer