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TSPLOST Discretionary Funding

TSPLOST Discretionary Funding. July 16, 2013. Overview. Recommended Allocation Process Recommended Project Selection Criteria Fiscal Year 2014 Recommendation Process Timeline. Recommended Allocation Process.

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TSPLOST Discretionary Funding

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  1. TSPLOST Discretionary Funding July 16, 2013

  2. Overview • Recommended Allocation Process • Recommended Project Selection Criteria • Fiscal Year 2014 Recommendation • Process Timeline

  3. Recommended Allocation Process • Projects submitted to Council during the first quarter of the calendar year for review and approval based on allocation criteria. Funding allocations will be included in the following fiscal year budget. • Project selection consistent with allocation criteria • Critical Infrastructure • Maintenance and Safety Improvements • Matching Funds and Future Operations • Alternative Transportation Projects • Projects funded on a “Pay-As-You-Go” basis • Maximize leverage opportunities

  4. TSPLOST Discretionary FundProject Selection Criteria

  5. Road Improvements • Supplemental funding for resurfacing, milling & resurfacing, rehabilitation of streets based on the current Pavement Condition Index • See Attached List • Implement a program to begin paving approximately 6 miles of unpaved streets maintained by the City • Implementing minor intersection improvements to improve traffic flow and reduce accidents as identified in the Congestion Management Study and Annual Accident Review process

  6. Bridge/Culvert Repairs and Maintenance • Perform necessary improvements and repairs to bridges based on the GA DOT Bridge Report which are under current weight restrictions and adversely impact public safety and the delivery of public services • See Attached List • To perform specialized maintenance of bridge and culverts beyond the scope of Public Services

  7. Maintenance and Safety Improvements • Supplemental funding for maintenance and enhancements of existing and future trails and gateway project areas • Installation of guardrails and other right of way safety improvements not currently in compliance with recommended roadway safety standards • Supplemental funding for installation of traffic calming measures in accordance with established City policies • Annual Allocation

  8. Future Operations and Grant Matching Funds • Leveraging local matching funds for state and federal transportation funding • Maximum Leveraging Capacity $500,000/yr for MPO funds • Establishing funding for operational expenses for transportation projects

  9. Alternative Transportation Projects • Funding to expand the current network for walking/biking/jogging trails as identified in the Alternative Transportation Plan • Installation of sidewalks in areas of high pedestrian traffic and incomplete sidewalk networks. Installation of ADA ramps and other improvements to meet ADA requirements

  10. Fiscal Year 2014 Recommendation • Submit Resolution to Council for Approval of Process • Allocation Process • Project Selection Criteria • Recommended Fiscal Year TSPLOST 2014 Allocation • Projected budget - $2,500,000 • Process will be Pay-As-You-Go • TSPLOST Discretionary Fund Balance • January to May receipts $1,002,025 • Council to consider future allocation of TSPLOST Fund Balance in FY 2014 Budget

  11. Recommended Fiscal Year 2014 Allocation

  12. Proposed Timeline • July 23, 2013 – Resolution submitted for Council approval of Allocation Process and Project Selection Criteria • February 2014 – Recommended project list submitted to Council for discussion • May 2015 – TSPLOST project list submitted in Fiscal Year 2015 recommended budget

  13. Questions

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