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TO: The Honorable City Council
FROM: Yugal K. Lail, City Engineer /Public Works Director
Prepared by: Shaun Kroes, Management Analyst
DATE: April 3, 2008 (CC meeting of 04/16/08)
SUBJECT: Consider Resolution Authorizing the City's Fiscal Year 2008/09
Transportation Development Act Claim for Bicycle and /or Pedestrian
Article 3 Purposes
BACKGROUND
The City of Moorpark has applied for $70,000 in Transportation Development Act (TDA)
Article 3 Bicycle /Pedestrian Project Funds. The funding will be used in Fiscal Year
2008/09 to create a public bike /walkway within the Lassen Avenue right -of -way. The
bike /walkway will be constructed to connect Park Lane and Moorpark Avenue. A resolution
authorizing the claim must be submitted to the Ventura County Transportation Commission
(VCTC) before funds can be allocated. Resolutions are due before June 30, 2008.
DISCUSSION
Pursuant to California PUC Section 99233.3, a portion of the available TDA Local
Transportation Funds each year must be used for planning, maintaining, and constructing
facilities for the exclusive use of pedestrians and bicyclists. In FY 2008/09, VCTC expects
about $542,500 to be available on a competitive basis to the cities and County for local
bicycle or pedestrian projects. Applicants are strongly encouraged to provide a 50/50
match with local and /or other grant funds to augment the Article 3 funds being requested.
The City of Moorpark applied for $70,000 for the Lassen Avenue bike /walkway. The
project's expected expense at the time of the application was $140,000. The current
project budget includes a $70,000 match of City funds. Applications were due March 4,
2008 (Attachment B). The applications will be reviewed by the Citizen's Transportation
Advisory Committee /Social Services Transportation Advisory Council (CTAC /SSTAC). The
group will make recommendations to VCTC on May 13, 2008. The recommendations will
be reviewed by VCTC on June 6, 2008 and will give final funding allocation approvals.
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April 16, 2008
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Tentatively, it appears that there are sufficient funds for all applicants to receive requested
funding.
FISCAL IMPACT
The City is expected to receive $70,000 in TDA Article 3 funding in FY 2008/09. The
current project budget includes a $70,000 match of City funds.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2008 -
Attachment A: Resolution 2008 -
Attachment B: TDA Article 3 Application
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Attachment A
RESOLUTION NO. 2008-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A
CLAIM WITH THE VENTURA COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION FOR ALLOCATION OF TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT ACT FUNDS FOR BICYCLE AND /OR
PEDESTRIAN ARTICLE 3 PURPOSES FOR FISCAL YEAR
2008/09
WHEREAS, the State Transportation Development Act (TDA), as amended
(Public Utilities Code Section 99200 et seq.), provides for the allocation of funds from
the Local Transportation Fund (LTF) for use by eligible claimants for various
transportation purposes; and
WHEREAS, the TDA was specifically amended in 1973 to include funding under
PUC Section 99234 for planning of and /or projects for the exclusive use by bicyclists
and /or pedestrians; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the TDA, as amended, and pursuant to
the applicable rules and regulations hereunder (Cal. Code of Regulations Sections 6600
et seq.), a prospective claimant wishing to receive an allocation from the LTF shall file
its claim with the Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC).
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK
DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the City Manager and or his designee is authorized to execute
and file an appropriate claim pursuant to the applicable rules and regulations
promulgated hereunder, together with all necessary supporting documents, with the
VCTC for an allocation of LTF Article 3 funds in FY 2008/09.
SECTION 2. That the City's authorized claim includes $70,000 under TDA Article
3 for local bicyclist and /or pedestrian project expenditures.
SECTION 3. That the City Clerk is directed to transmit a copy of this resolution to
VCTC.
SECTION 4. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of the resolution and
shall cause a certified resolution to be filed in the book of original Resolutions.
Resolution No. 2008 -
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of April, 2008.
Patrick Hunter, Mayor
ATTEST:
Maureen Benson, Assistant City Clerk
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VENTURA COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) CLAIM FORM
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES CLAIMS
Fiscal Year:
Claimant:
Address:
Contact Person:
Title:
Telephone #:
E -Mail
2008/09
ARTICLE 3 / PUC 99233.3
Date: 03 -04 -2008
City of Moorpark
799 Moorpark Avenue
Moorpark, CA 93021
Shaun Kroes
Management Analyst
805 - 517 -6257 Fax # 805- 532 -2555
skroes(q�ci.moorpark.ca.us
REQUESTED PAYMENT AND
Article 3 Funds Requested
TOTAL PAYMENT REQUESTED
Reserve for Future Payment
$ 70,000
$ 70,000
Claimant acknowledges that payment by the County Auditor of an allocation made by Ventura County
Transportation Commission is subject to such monies being on hand and available for distribution and to
the provision that such monies be used only in accordance with the terms of the allocation instruction
issued by the Ventura County Transportation Commission.
Authorizing Signature:�'��',,:
Print Name and Title: Steven Kuenv, Citv Manager
Date: , f°
Attachment B
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TDA ARTICLE 3 BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES CLAIMS
FINANCIAL REPORTING FORM
Claimant Citv of Moorpark Date: 03 -04 -2008
TDA ARTICLE 3 REVENUES & EXPENSES OF CLAIMANT
Project Information
Project Name: Lassen Bikeway/Walkway Project
Description: Public bike /walkway within the Lassen Avenue street
right- of_way_ be constructed to connect Park Lane and Moorpark Avenue.
Bike /walkway is to be of asphalt concrete 12 feet wide with a 5 foot shoulder of
wooden chips on either side. Streetliqhts are proposed at southerlv terminus.
Project Revenue Budget:
TDA Article 3 Bike /Ped $ 70,000
TDA Article 8 Local Streets $
Other (specify): Gen. Fund /MRA $ 70,000
Total $ 140,000
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FY 07/08
FY 08/09
ESTIMATED
PROJECTED
Revenues:
1. Article 3 Revenues
1.
$66,893
$111,435
2. Interest
2.
3. Refunds
3.
$111,435
4. Total
4.
$66,893
Expenditures:
5. Construction
5.
$25,458
$62,500
6. Maintenance
6.
$7,500
7. Planning
7.
Balance:
8. Excess of Revenue
8.
$41,435
$41,435
over expenditures
(Subtract Lines 5, 6 & 7 from Line 4)
Fund Balance:
9. Beginning of Year
9.
$66,893
$111,435
$41,435
10. End of Year 10. $41,435
Project Information
Project Name: Lassen Bikeway/Walkway Project
Description: Public bike /walkway within the Lassen Avenue street
right- of_way_ be constructed to connect Park Lane and Moorpark Avenue.
Bike /walkway is to be of asphalt concrete 12 feet wide with a 5 foot shoulder of
wooden chips on either side. Streetliqhts are proposed at southerlv terminus.
Project Revenue Budget:
TDA Article 3 Bike /Ped $ 70,000
TDA Article 8 Local Streets $
Other (specify): Gen. Fund /MRA $ 70,000
Total $ 140,000
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STANDARD ASSURANCES
FOR BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN CLAIMANTS
Claimant City of Moorpark Fiscal Year
CLAIMANT ASSURANCES: (Initial below)
Initial
2008/2009
.%! 90 -DAY ANNUAL REPORT
Claimant certifies that it has submitted a State Controller's
report in conformance with the uniform system of accounts and
reports, to VCTC and to the State Controller, pursuant to PUC
99245, for the prior year (project year minus two). Claimant
assures that this report will be completed for the current fiscal
year (project year minus one).
The undersigned hereby certifies that the above statement is true and correct.
Authorizing Signature:r�,.,� ff.
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Print Name and Title: Steven Kueny, City Manager
Date:
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Lassen Avenue
B i keway & Wa I kway
Project Description
Matching and Past Allocations
The City of Moorpark is requesting $70,000 in TDA Article 3 funds for the Lassen
Bikeway/Walkway Project. The entire project budget is $140,000. Costs associated
with the project include $15,000 for design, $5,000 for inspection costs, and $120,000 in
construction costs. The City is contributing a 50% match using monies from the
General Fund and Moorpark Redevelopment Agency. Although the City shows a fund
balance of $41,435, this revenue is to be spent on previous projects not yet completed.
Safety
The proposed Lassen BikewayMalkway would replace the current unimproved portion
of Lassen Avenue located between Park Lane and Moorpark Avenue. This portion of
Lassen is actually a dirt path with no current appeal for walking or biking. The area has
become a source of problems for adjacent property owners. Problems include trash,
graffiti and loitering. Portions of Lassen Avenue are not well lit, providing areas for
people to hide and increasing safety concerns for nearby residents and the Moorpark
Police Department. The bikeway /walkway would provide streetlights at the southerly
terminus of both McFadden and Cornett Avenue with bollards to prevent vehicles from
accessing the bike /walkway and Lassen Avenue right of way. The existing asphalt
concrete curb at the terminus of Cornett Avenue would be extended westerly to the
school fence, thus preventing vehicles from entering the right of way, and the fence
along Park Lane would be repaired. Gates and /or bollards would be provided at both
Moorpark Avenue and Park Lane for accessibility by bikes and pedestrians only, and to
prevent and deter motorcycles. The walkway will be constructed to be ADA accessible.
Project Readiness
The City is ready to ready to go out to bid for design and construction of the project
during Summer 2008, with an expected completion date of November 2008. The
Moorpark City Council has expressed interest in this project and would like to see it
completed as soon as possible. This project is part of a series of projects intended to
improve and revitalize downtown Moorpark.
Special Considerations
The Lassen Bikeway /Walkway is located in downtown Moorpark. Many of the residents
can already be observed walking and riding bikes to various businesses located in the
area, including two grocery stores, the Metrolink Train Station, friends and neighbors,
etc. The bikeway /walkway would provide a convenient and safe location for many
people to travel between their homes and destinations, rather than travel along the busy
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Moorpark Avenue area. Bicyclists must currently either ride on sidewalks, or risk
coming too close to semi - trucks traveling along the road. The improvements would also
increase the overall appeal of the downtown area, gaining attention to the benefits of
walking and riding a bike instead of driving. Many bike lanes have been developed
around the newer areas of Moorpark. This project would enable downtown residents
and lower income neighborhoods to enjoy the benefits of bike lanes as well.
Maintenance of Facility
The City of Moorpark Public Works Department and Parks, Recreation and Community
Services Department provide routine maintenance for all of the City's facilities. Graffiti
is removed as soon as it is reported or seen by City staff. The proximity to the
downtown area also provides additional coverage as it is located near City Hall,
Moorpark Police Services Center, and Public Works maintenance yard.
Connectivity
The Lassen Bikeway /Walkway would connect downtown neighborhoods to shopping
centers located off of Los Angeles Avenue, including Albertson's, Ralph's, the Post
Office, Maverick's Gym, and Do It Center. The Moorpark Metrolink Train Station is
nearby and Moorpark City Transit runs by Lassen Avenue as well. A map showing the
location of the proposed bikeway /walkway is attached.
Involvement of Other Agencies
This is a City project. The Moorpark Police Department, which is run by the Ventura
County police, is interested in this project as it is expected to reduce vandalism through
improved lighting and general use by the public.
Traffic Generators
The Lassen Bikeway/Walkway is located in the downtown area which includes
neighborhoods; shopping centers (including Moorpark Town Center and Mission Bell
Plaza); schools (including Flory Elementary and Chaparral Middle School); City facilities
(including Poindexter Park, City Hall, and Moorpark City Library); and transit services
(including Metrolink/Anitrak Train Station, VISTA and Moorpark bus services). All of
these locations provide potential bikeway /walkway users.
Expected Utilization
The downtown area has a population of approximately 9,000 people (25% of the City's
population). The Lassen Bikeway/Walkvvay is expected to be used by people traveling
to and from homes, shopping centers, schools, the City library, and parks. It can also
be used as a general recreational wa!k/bikeway for people who live in the vicinity and
can assist in long- distance bike travel for individuals traveling to and from the
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Metrolink/Amtrak Train Station. The downtown area has pedestrians and cyclists
throughout the day as people travel around town.
Multi -Modal Interface
The Lassen Bikeway/Walkway is in an ideal location for multi -modal transit. As
mentioned before, the proposed project is near the Metrolink/Amtrak Train Station. The
VISTA bus service also uses the train station. Moorpark City Transit travels past
Lassen Avenue as well. The proximity to shopping centers, public recreation, and City
services will also encourage walking /biking to /from those locations instead of driving as
well. Lassen Avenue ends at Moorpark Avenue. This location will enable hundreds of
vehicle drivers to see the well - designed walkway /bikeway every day, encouraging them
to try an alternative method of travel, or, at least use the new area for exercise.
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