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Project Title W Airport at FM 1092 Intersection Improvements Primary Agency City of Stafford Date Submitted 7/6/2015 10:51:26 AM

Project Narrative

Describe the primary problems to be addressed by the project (Project Need).
1000 characters max According to the May 2014 Traffic Impact Analysis, the intersection of FM 1092 at W. Airport is operating at a Level of Service E today during the AM peak period and at a Level of Service F during the PM peak period. This intersection will be a Level F for both AM and PM peak periods by 2017 with our without developments along the corridor. In addition, the City of Stafford is currently working with a developer to redevelop the existing 192 acre Texas Instrument site located east of US 59, south of W Airport, west of FM 1092 and north of Bluebonnet Dr. This site will contain an outlet mall, restaurants, retail stores, apartments, hotels, an industrial park, office buildings and a gas station in phases over five years, from 2015 to 2020. This area, which includes the intersection of FM 1092 at W Airport, will experience a 2040% increase of trip generation by ultimate development buildout in 2020, which totals 46,246 daily vehicle trips. This intersection improvement is needed today and we have not reached ultimate development for the site. Refer to Texas Instruments Site and Schedule and Traffic Impact Analysis. Describe the primary outcome to be achieved by the project (Project Purpose).
1000 characters max Synchronizing the intersection of FM 1092 at W Airport and adding turning lanes is imperative for the future operation and mobility of this corridor. The outdated traffic signal software on W Airport and the lack of turning lanes creates a bottleneck for traffic trying to access FM 1092 by preventing cars to travel through the intersection. When the Texas Instruments property is fully developed and the Traffic Impact Analysis recommendations are installed, traffic signals along W Airport will provide more capacity through this intersection by synchronization. Currently W Airport is used as an alternate route when traffic backs up on US 59 to access US 90A, Beltway 8 and US 59. When US 59 is upgraded to Interstate 69 and the Kendleton Railroad site is expanded, more traffic can be expected along this corridor as an alternate route to US 59, a heavy cargo route. West Airport provides relief. Refer to Design Contract. Describe the proposed improvement (Facility/Limits/Description).
1000 characters max In order to improve the intersection of FM 1092 at W Airport Rd from a Level Service E or F, depending on the time of day, the minimum must be constructed: 1. Upgrade traffic signal from a split phase to protected left turns, 2. Add dedicated eastbound left turn lane and dedicated eastbound right turn lane, 3. Extend the westbound left turn lane and through lane, 4. Install wheelchair ramps, crosswalks with pavers and audible pedestrian countdowns as TxDOT requires, and 5. Connect existing sidewalks to the intersection. When the FM 1092 at W Airport traffic signal is synchronized with the additional traffic signals along W. Airport, this communication will allow traffic to flow more freely from US 59/ I-69 through this intersection. Refer to FM 1092 AM Report Recommendation,s project 5A and 5B. Describe any alternatives to the proposed improvement which have been considered or will be evaluated.
2000 characters max In order to improve the intersection of FM 1092 at W Airport Rd from a Level Service E or F, depending on the time of day, the minimum must be constructed: 1. Upgrade traffic signal from a split phase to protected left turns, 2. Add dedicated eastbound left turn lane and dedicated eastbound right turn lane, 3. Extend the westbound left turn lane and through lane, 4. Install wheelchair ramps, crosswalks with pavers and audible pedestrian countdowns as TxDOT requires, and 5. Connect existing sidewalks to the intersection. When the FM 1092 at W Airport traffic signal is synchronized with the additional traffic signals along W. Airport, this communication will allow traffic to flow more freely from US 59/ I-69 through this intersection. Refer to FM 1092 AM Report Recommendation,s project 5A and 5B.

Project Narrative

Has a scoping meeting been conducted with TxDOT or FTA?
Note: A brief scoping meeting will be scheduled during the application review period for any “Major Investment” project which has not already had one. Yes Please attach a completed scoping checklist or meeting summary.

_Meetings with TxDOT and H-GAC_Refer to Bookmarks.pdf

What level of environmental documentation is required for the proposed project? Categorical Exclusion (CE) Which CE does the proposed project scope qualify for? (c)(23) Federally funded projects that receive less than $5 million of federal funding Will any permits from the Army Corps of Engineers, US Coast Guard, railroad, etc. be required before the project can be constructed? No Please describe the permits needed and the timeline anticipated to acquire them.
1000 characters max Please provide an estimated completion date for the 30% Design/PS&E milestone. 06/03/2015 Will additional property, or interest in property (easement), be required to implement the project? Yes How many parcels or portions thereof remain to be acquired? 1 Please provide an estimated date for the completion of property acquisition necessary for construction activities to begin. 09/03/2015 Has a utility evaluation been completed for the project? No Please describe the process for utility adjustments/relocations (entity responsible, financial responsibility, etc.). Since the City of Stafford does not provide utility services, it is the responsibility of the Fort Bend County Water Control Improvement District #2 and the Fort Bend County Drainage District to relocate their utilities in the right of way. They have both submitted letters of support for this project and are fully aware of the design and construction schedule. They will also be reviewing the construction plans for this project. Refer to the letters of support. The additional utility companies such as Comcast and Verizon will be contacted during Utility Coordination to relocate their utilities. Will the project improve or significantly affect infrastructure owned or operated by another agency? Yes Please describe the affect and supply evidence of support from the affected agency. All agency's infrastructure will be positively affected and improved by this project. The W Airport bridge was installed in 1968; the FM 1092 roadway and traffic signals were constructed in 1980. This intersection is long overdue for a reconstruction, especially due to an inefficient traffic flow at the intersection. The following partners would all benefit from this project and have provided letters of support: City of Stafford, TxDOT, Fort Bend County Drainage District, Fort Bend County Water Control and Improvements District #2, and Fort Bend County Engineering. Not only will the recommended turning movements and signal upgrades positively effect the corridor in terms of access management, they will also upgrade air quality by decreasing delay. This infrastructure upgrades to corridor aesthetically, thus creating a positive impact for economic development. Evidence of Agency Support Attachment

_All Letters of Support_Refer to Bookmarks.pdf

Please describe previous and upcoming public involvement activities related to the proposed project. Since the city is currently working with a developer to redevelop the 192 acre site located adjacent to this project, there has been many public meetings and hearings that have notified the area residents that construction is evident in the future. The following will be taking place to redevelop the Texas Instruments property: zoning amendment to allow all land uses within the site, a master preliminary plat with all parcels that will be developed, and the additional plats for each land use will be approved. All materials are available on the City's website which includes our TV station, the Fort Bend Star, and a news release could be released at a later date. There were also two public meetings held for the FM 1092 Access Management Study years ago. We are also updating our Comprehensive Plan which has had two public meetings so far. As part of the Comprehensive Plan, this intersection is shown in the Master Thoroughfare Plan update. Public Involvement Attachment

_Public Involvement_Refer to Bookmarks.pdf

Please provide any additional project development/readiness information relevant to the proposed project. After the FM 1092 Access Management Study was completed, this project was programmed in the 2013 Fort Bend County Bond in December 2013 to receive reimbursement. In February 2014, the City Council approved the study and the letter of support was presented to H-GAC's Transportation Policy Council. From February 2014 to April 2014, staff held meetings with TxDOT and H-GAC to move this project to the next level. In October 2014, this design for this project was approved in this year's budget to begin design and environmental this fiscal year. Refer to FBC Bond List, Council Approves Report, Meetings with TxDOT and H-GAC, and FY 2014-2015 Approved Budget. Additional Project Development/Readiness Attachment

_Project Readiness_Refer to Bookmarks.pdf

Map/Location

Please provide a clear and concise GIS coverage or PDF map of the proposed project.
(*.mpk ESRI Map Package file preferred)

2015_TIP_Submittal_FM1092_WestAirport_Intersection.mpk

Project Budget

Please attach a completed project budget worksheet.
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Project Budget_FM 1092 at W Airport Intersection.xlsx

Is this application for a transit project, ITS project, or other project that would have a significant ongoing operating/maintenance cost? No Please attach a completed 5-year annual operating budget worksheet.
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Are transportation development credits being requested? No Please attach a completed TDC application.
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Benefit /Cost Methodology - Roadway/Mobility (Non-ITS)

Congestion – Travel Time Savings

Please attach the completed BCA Excel worksheet and appropriate narrative of analysis used.

Delay Benefits_Congestion.xlsx

Benefit Cost Narrative.pdf

Regional Impact

NHS/Principal Arterial This roadway is identified as a FHWA Principal Arterial; it is not a designated evacuation route. Yes US 59 is a heavy carvo route. When US 59 is upgraded to an interstate highway and the Kendleton Modal Terminal is expanded, there will be a potential for more cargo to travel on I-69. Union Pacific Railroad is installing a double railroad track along US 90A by the summer of 2015. FM 1092 at W Airport serves as an alternate route when US 59 is congested for vehicles to access US 90A, Beltway 8 and US 59, making this project regionally significant. No Neither Fort Bend County Transit Authority or Metro operate services in Stafford.

Design/Corridor Mobility

No N/A Yes Sidewalks for this project will be upgraded from 4' to 6.' The recommended AASHTO width for this portion of our City calls for 8' sidewalks but there is limited right of way on FM 1092 available. 6' is the maximum width that can be constructed with appropriate streetscape. Refer to the FM 1092 AM Study Recommendations, Executive Summary page 13. No This intersection is not significant in the amount of funding for maintenance and operations that will need to be spent in the future, as a prior questions asks; however, it is significant to the fact that it will be a complete ITS system once the TIA traffic signals along W Airport are synchronized by 2018. They do not have the capability today. This provides a large "bang for the buck."

Community

Yes This intersection is detailed in the FM 1092 Access Management Study as projects 5A and 5B. This is the highest priority project for the City of Stafford. This intersection will also be shown as a needed improvement in the Major Thoroughfare Plan that is currently being updated right now with our Comprehensive Plan. http://www.h-gac.com/taq/access-management/completed-studies/fm1092.aspx

_Project Need_Schedule and TIA_Refer to Bookmarks.pdf

Yes Our Major Thoroughfare Plan is being updated as part of our scope for the Comprehensive Plan and is around 95% complete. This intersection is identified in it.