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10.19.22 OUTBoard Packet
ORANGE TRANSPORTATION COUNTY GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT COUNTY NoKaL CALIQLLNA PUBLIC TRANSIT OrangeCounty AGENDA ORANGE UNIFIED TRANSPORTATION BOARD AND TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY SERVICE Wednesday, October 19, 2022, 6:30 pm Whitted Building 300 W Tryon St, Hillsborough, NC 27278 OUTBoard meetings are held in person and open to the public. Any member of the general public who wishes to make public comment should email eange@orangecountync.gov and the comment will be read to the OUTBoard during the public comment portion of the meeting. 1. Call to Order 2. Consideration of Additions or Changes to Agenda 3. Public Comments 4. Approval of Minutes—September 21, 2022 5. Regular OUTBoard Agenda a. Orange County Transit Plan Update i. Action: Recommend BOCC approve 2022 Transit Plan b. Title VI i. Action: Receive Information and provide comments 6. Staff Report/Updates a. MPO, RPO, and NCDOT Updates b. OCDOT Update 7. Information Items 8. Adjournment-The next meeting - November 2022 It is the policy of Orange County Transportation Services to ensure that no person shall, on the ground of race, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987. 600 Hwy 86 N - Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278 Phone (919)245-2008 - Fax (919) 732-2137 orangecountync.gov/transportation DRAFT 1 MINUTES 2 ORANGE COUNTY OUTBOARDITAS 3 AUGUST 17,2022 4 5 MEMBERS PRESENT: : Michael Hughes, (Chair), At-Large Representative; Randy Marshall (Vice-Chair), Bingham Township 6 Representative; Roy Schonberg, Chapel Hill Township Representative Joshua Mayo,At-Large Representative;; Jamie Crandell, 7 Eno Township Representative; Tom Gray, Hillsborough Township Representative; David Laudicina, Cheeks Township 8 Representative; 9 10 MEMBERS ABSENT: Amy Cole, At-Large Representative; Tony Blake, At-Large Representative; Todd Jones, At-Large 11 Representative; 12 13 STAFF PRESENT: Nish Trivedi, Interim OCPT Director;Cy Stober, Planning&Inspections Director; EmmaLea Ange,Administrative 14 Support;Tina Love,Administrative Support 15 16 TAS MEMBERS PRESENT: Janice Tyler,Aging; Brandi Beeker,Aging, Brandi Beeker,Aging;Serena McPherson, Social Services; 17 Corinthia Barber: Social Services; Maricruz Rios, Social Services; Erica Bryant, Child Support; 18 19 AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER 20 The meeting was called to order 21 22 AGENDA ITEM 2: APPROVAL OF MINUTES 23 MOTION by Randy Marshall to approve the July 20, 2022 OUTBoard Minutes. Seconded by Roy Schonberg. 24 VOTE: UNANIMOUS 25 26 AGENDA ITEM 3: CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONS TO AGENDA 27 28 With the resignation of the Chair, Erik Broo. Elections of Chair and Vice-Chair were added to the agenda 29 30 MOTION by Josh Mayo to elect Michael Hughes as OUTBoard Chair. Seconded by Roy Schonberg. 31 VOTE: UNANIMOUS 32 33 MOTION by Michael Hughes to elect Randy Marshall as the OUTBoard Vice-Chair. Seconded by Josh Mayo. 34 VOTE: UNANIMOUS 35 36 AGENDA ITEM 4.A.: TRANSIT ADVISORY SERVICES(TAS)IORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION(OCPT) 37 38 Nish Trivedi reminded the Board that this item was on part of the July OUTBoard agenda and asked for a motion. 39 40 MOTION by Roy Schonberg to recommend approval of the OCTS ADA plan to the BOCC. Seconded by Tom Gray. 41 VOTE: UNANIMOUS 42 43 AGENDA ITEM 4.B.: OCPT STAFF ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES 44 45 AGENDA ITEM 4.C.: ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (OCTS) — AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) 46 PARATRANSIT 47 48 AGENDA ITEM 4.B.: OCTS—AGENCY SAFETY PLAN 49 50 Nish Trivedi reminded the Board that this item was also on part of the July OUTBoard agenda and asked for a motion. 51 52 MOTION by Josh Mayo to recommend approval of the OCTS ADA plan to the BOCC. Seconded by Roy Schonberg. 53 VOTE: UNANIMOUS 1 DRAFT 54 AGENDA ITEM 5: STAFF REPORTS/UPDATES 55 56 AGENDA ITEM 5.A.: MPOIRPO AND NCDOT UPDATES 57 58 Nish Trivedi shared updates with the group 59 60 AGENDA ITEM 6: INFORMATION ITEMS 61 62 Nish Trivedi introduced Cy Stober, Planning & Inspections Director to the OUTBoard. 63 64 Cy Stober shared information about his former position with the City of Mebane and the joint groups and projects shared with 65 Orange County and Nish Trivedi 66 67 Nish Trivedi shared the changes in the transportation planning and services for Orange County moving into a new department to 68 include transportation and transit. He let them know that it will also include the OUTBoard advisory board moving from under the 69 umbrella of the Planning Department to the newly formed Transportation Department. 70 71 OUTBoard,TAS and staff discussed the history of TAS and the creation of the OUTBoard and the roles each serves. 72 73 Nish Trivedi discussed and asked for the OUTBoard and TAS members to consider changing meeting days and times and let 74 them know that the meeting location would be changing to another facility. 75 76 AGENDA ITEM 7: ADJOURNMENT 77 OUTBoard meeting was adjourned by consensus 78 2 DRAFT 1 MINUTES 2 ORANGE COUNTY OUTBOARD/TAS 3 SEPTEMBER 21,2022 4 5 MEMBERS PRESENT: : Michael Hughes, (Chair), At-Large Representative; Randy Marshall (Vice-Chair), Bingham Township 6 Representative; Roy Schonberg, At-Large Representative; Tony Blake At-Large Representative; Todd Jones; Eno Township 7 Representative;Tom Gray, 8 9 MEMBERS ABSENT: Chapel Hill Township Representative Joshua Mayo, Amy Cole, At-Large Representative; Hillsborough 10 Township Representative; David Laudicina, Cheeks Township Representative; ,At-Large Representative Jamie Crandell 11 12 STAFF PRESENT: Nish Trivedi,Transportation Director; EmmaLea Ange,Administrative Support;Jamael Wiley Transit Operations 13 Manager, Bernard Clark Transportation Administrator 14 15 TAS MEMBERS PRESENT: Janice Tyler,Aging; Erin Sapienza Library 16 17 AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER 18 The meeting was called to order 19 20 AGENDA ITEM 2: CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONS TO AGENDA 21 22 ADD CHANGES TO OUTBOARD RULES AND PROCEDURES 23 24 AGENDA ITEM 3: PUBLIC COMMENTS 25 26 AGENDA ITEM 4: APPROVAL OF MINUTES 27 28 AGENDA ITEM 5.A.: ORANGE COUNTY COMPLETE STREET AND VISION ZERO POLICY 29 30 Staff explained policies are initial requirements for Safety Streets for All grant application. Policies are identical to those recently 31 approved by Burlington-Graham Metropolitan Planning Organization. 32 33 OUTBoard mentioned it was good aspirations and hopes it helps county can achieve them 34 35 MOTION by to recommend approval Seconded by 36 VOTE: UNANIMOUS 37 38 AGENDA ITEM 5.B.: OUTBOARD RULES AND PROCEDURES 39 40 OUTBoard recommends Rules and Procedures be updated to account for transportation consolidation, challenges meeting 41 quorum,and other housekeeping matter 42 • Section I: Scope, C—Charge (Transportation Consolidation) 43 o Rephrase subsection 2 with advising other Orange County departments upon request 44 • Section III: Membership, B—Composition (address quorum) 45 o Voting members from 14 to 7, representing Orange County geography 46 o Remove subsection 2, not having alternates 47 o Replace at-large to non-voting or alternates, 48 o Remove expertise or interest as they are covered regularly by TAS 49 • Section IV: Meetings(housekeeping) 50 o Update time and location to third Monday and Orange County Transportation Services Administration Building. 51 • Section V: Orientation (transportation consolidation) 52 o Remove or replace Planning and Inspection with Orange County Transportation Services 53 1 DRAFT 54 MOTION by to recommend approval Seconded by 55 VOTE: UNANIMOUS 56 57 AGENDA ITEM 6: STAFF REPORTS/UPDATES 58 Nish provided the updates, reviewed 8 bridges programmed for improvements 59 60 AGENDA ITEM 7: INFORMATION ITEMS 61 62 AGENDA ITEM 8: ADJOURNMENT 63 OUTBoard meeting was adjourned by consensus 64 2 ORANGE COUNTY ORANGE UNIFIED TRANSPORTATION BOARD ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: October 19, 2022 Action Agenda Item No. 5.a. SUBJECT: Transit Plan Update — Final Draft DEPARTMENT: Planning and Inspections ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT: 1. Transit Plan Executive Summary Tom Altieri, Comprehensive Planning Supervisor, 919-245-2579 Nish Trivedi, OCTS Transportation Director, 919-245-2007 PURPOSE: To provide a recommendation to the Orange County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on the final draft of the Orange County Transit Plan (OCTP) Update. BACKGROUND: In 2012, the BOCC along with the Durham-Chapel Hill Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization (DCHC MPO) and GoTriangle adopted Orange County's first comprehensive Transit Plan. This Plan was funded using a newly-adopted Article 43 Half-Cent Sales Tax, and it included investments in new and expanded bus service and new capital infrastructure projects such as the Chapel Hill North- South Bus Rapid Transit Project, the Hillsborough Train Station, and the Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit(DO-LRT) Project. The Plan was most recently updated in 2017 to meet federal requirements associated with the DO-LRT Project. In March 2019, the DO-LRT Project was discontinued. This project was central to the Transit Plan; it was the Plan's primary investment, represented a critical partnership between Durham and Orange counties, and served as the transit infrastructure around which other transit services and growth strategies were planned. In response to the discontinuation of the light rail project, a staff team began the process of creating a potential planning framework to create a new Orange County Transit Plan that prioritizes investments, funds service improvements, and improves the resiliency of the public transit network. At its November 17, 2019 meeting, the Orange County BOCC approved the planning framework for updating the Orange County Transit Plan. The framework included a Policy Steering Committee (PSC) composed of two (2) Commissioners serving as Co-Chairs, and one representative each from Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and Mebane to lead the process. The County and/ or municipal appointees are intended to represent the interests of GoTriangle and DCHC MPO. The PSC is supported by a staff team which is led by County staff and includes representatives from the same organizations as well as staff support from the Triangle J Council of Governments (TJCOG), the Triangle Area Rural Planning Organization (TARPO), and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). Both the PSC and the staff team provide direction and guidance to the consulting firm whose tasks include analyzing data, facilitating public input processes, soliciting feedback from specific stakeholders, and drafting the Transit Plan. The new Plan is intended to outline transit investment priorities through 2040. In January 2020, Orange County Planning staff began work with Renaissance Planning, Inc., the consulting firm chosen to update the Orange County Transit Plan. Over the past two years, planning staff and the consulting team have established key project deliverables and the timetable for their delivery, defined the scope of the consulting work, established a project website (www.octransit2020.com), created the public participation and outreach plans, and conducted regular meetings with the PSC, transit service providers, and key stakeholders with updates on the plan's progress. Following is a list of key process milestones carried out by the Consultant, PSC, transit service providers and staff teams: • Held bi-monthly meetings with progress updates for the PSC during the 2020 calendar year (May 2020) • Received the Transit Choices Brochure (TCB), a visual document that illustrates the concepts and continuums of transit planning, and the Regional Connections Opportunity (RCO) Report, a technical assessment of key issues and opportunities for effective transit service (July 2020) • Held the first Transit Summit over the Zoom platform and received a memo of key themes from the summit discussions and first public survey (October 2020) • Met with Durham City and County representatives to discuss progress of Durham Transit Plan Update relative to the Orange County Transit Plan Update (November 2020) • Received draft versions of conceptual scenarios and graphics with an accompanying memo (January 2021) • Held recurring monthly PSC meetings over Zoom with updates for first half of 2021 (January 2021 — June 2021) • Received final versions of conceptual scenarios and graphics with an accompanying memo (May 2021) • Held an in-person Transit Summit for PSC members to discuss core values and visions for the fiscally-constrained plan and learned of aspirational future projects (July 2021) • Received draft recommended network and plan as well as draft conceptual vision map for transit service provider feedback and scheduling of future PSC meetings (October 2021) • Held PSC Work Session #1 to look at the final recommended network and conceptual vision map with goal of beginning round 2 of public outreach (January 2022) • Created public outreach opportunities with a second round of surveying (where over 1,000 surveys were collected) and two focus groups (held on February 8t" and February 16t")that included local stakeholders (February 2022) • Held PSC Work Session #2 to look at the feedback received from public outreach and assess the draft network, which resulted in a request to provide check-in presentations to the local elected boards (March 2022) • OUTBoard received a presentation on the draft Transit Plan Update (April 2022) • Held PSC Work Session #3 to present a final draft of the plan updated with feedback from the transit service providers, the local elected boards and the PSC (May 2022) • Delivered final report (including appendices) to Orange County Planning Staff in preparation for fall 2022 adoption timeline (August 2022) Following is a link to the complete draft 2020 Orange County Transit Plan Update: https://dchcmpo.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&ID=1 1253749&GU I D=2CF4A47B-E3DE-413D- 973A-D4A1F2F7B888 Adoption Process Orange County: • OUTBoard Recommendation (10/19/22) • BOCC Public Hearing (11/1/22) • BOCC adoption consideration (11/15/22) DCHC MPO: • Technical Committee recommendation to release draft for public comment (9/28/22) (COMPLETE) • Board consideration to release draft for public comment (10/12/22) (To be COMPLETE) • Board Public Hearing (11/9/22) • Technical Committee recommendation (11/16/22) • Board adoption consideration (12/14/22) GoTriangle: • Board adoption consideration (12/21/22) RECOMMENDATION(S): Staff recommends that the OUTBoard provide a recommendation to the BOCC that it adopt the 2022 Orange County Transit Plan consistent with PSC recommendations. Attachment 1 � 6 COranoeCounty 919.245.20 s , n • it ii ro —M - NC 14 r r, MIT�= _ - FACE A 9,EQ I? f �� ' DRAFT DATED JULY 25, 2022 2022 orange county transit p u date plan A 20-year strategy for investing Orange County's transit tax revenues. DURHAM�CHAPEL HILL.CARRBORO I I 1 ORANGE D H C I �.70 COUNTY NOR"I'I I CAROI.INA METROROLITAN RLINNINGORGINIZATION Triangle i ORANGE COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA The 2022 Orange County Transit Plan Update represents two years of review, study, outreach,consultation,and deliberation aimed at charting the best path forward for Orange County's transit future. It is the second update—the first was in 2017—since the plan was adopted in 2012.As the plan's Policy Steering Committee,we are pleased to present it to the Orange County community. The Plan Update allocates Orange County's transit tax district revenues over the next 20 years. It includes already programmed projects and investments described in previous versions of the plan as well as new projects to be funded with the revenue remaining after accounting for existing commitments. Our work on the update underscored the reality that current funding streams, primarily the half-cent sales tax approved by voters in 2012, are simply inadequate to meet the critical transit needs of Orange County as a major employment hub. Accordingly, the update includes a vision for improving regional transit connections and enhancing transit service Salty Greene options beyond what current funding can support. These Next Generation projects will Orange County require further study and substantial additional funding. We hope the vision set forth in Board of County Commissioners these pages—with refinements over the coming years—will provide a clear basis for future appeals for funding and inspire collaborative regional planning, particularly with Durham, Chatham, and Alamance counties. Equity leads the values guiding the Plan Update. Past choices made by elected officials and public transportation agencies have deepened social inequity and racial injustice—in Orange County as throughout the United States. The investment commitments in this update acknowledge and address existing imbalances, and we expect future transit investments to go further to right historical wrongs. Environmental sustainability is another essential value.The time we spend in ourgos-powered automobiles is stealing a healthy climate future from our children. We must do our part to reduce carbon emissions by building a transportation infrastructure robust enough to provide viable alternatives to the car.This work includes building out bike path networks and safe sidewalks and other infrastructure to support nonmotorized transportation. Other goals and values rounding out the Plan Update include supporting economic prosperity, promoting greater quality of life through facilitating travel in the region, easing access to our region's wealth of colleges and universities, and ensuring transit service for as many residents as reasonably possible. Key to achieving these goals is the need to consistently and explicitly link transit planning to land use planning. The Plan Update recommends that all Orange County jurisdictions incorporate the Housing and Transportation Affordability Index as a planning tool.The H+T® Index treats the cost of transportation—like the cost of housing itself—as a critical element of the cost of living, and in this way, it refines our understanding of affordable housing. Planning that favors the proximity of housing to transit, moreover, offers a collateral benefit. Coordinated transit and land use planning enhances the county's ability to recruit world-class employers,with the promise of high-quality employment opportunities. The transit system outlined and envisioned on these pages can be imagined, in the words of the nonprofit Climate and Community Proiect, as "a strategic lever in the quest for climate, economic, and racial justice." We invite you to join us in advancing Orange County's work toward this better future. On behalf of the Orange County Transit Plan Update Policy Steering Committee, Sally Greene, Chair GOVERNING BOARDS ORANGE COUNTY GOTRIANGLE DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL-CARRBORO METROPOLITAN BOARD OF COUNTY BOARD OF PLANNING ORGANIZATION COMMISSIONERS TRUSTEES (DCHC MPO) BOARD Renee Price, Chair Sig Hutchinson, Chair Jenn Weaver, Chair Mark Bell* (Alternate) Jamezetta Bedford,Vice-Chair Brenda Howerton,Vice Chair Karen Howard,Vice-Chair Mike Fox (Alternate) Amy Fowler* Vivian Jones Jamezetta Bedford Sally Greene* (Alternate) Sally Greene* Renee Price Javiera Caballero Brenda Howerton (Alternate) Jean Hamilton Will Allen III Pam Hemminger Lisa Mathis (Alternate) Anna Richards Corey Branch Wendy Jacobs Danny Nowell (Alternate) Earl McKee Mike Fox Valerie Jordan Renee Price (Alternate) Valerie Jordan Michael Parker* Charlie Reece (Alternate) Elaine O'Neal Damon Seils Adam Searing (Alternate) Michael Parker* Leonardo Williams John Sullivan (Non-Voting Member) Jennifer Robinson Stelfanie Williams PARTICIPANTS IN THE PLANNING PROCESS MEMBERS OF OUR COMMUNITIES LIVING, WORKING, AND SPENDING TIME IN ORANGE COUNTY. ORANGE COUNTY TOWN OF CHAPEL HILL& GOTRIANGLE ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC Sally Greene* CHAPEL HILL TRANSIT Katherine Eggleston TRANSPORTATION Amy Fowler* Michael Parker* Meg Scully Nishith Trivedi Mark Dorosin* Brian Litchfield Jennifer Green Theo Letman Craig Benedict(retired) Nick Pittman Jay Heikes Allyson Coltrane Tom Altieri Bergen Watterson Sandra Freeman TeLeishia Holloway Thomas Ten Eyck Tina Love TOWN OF CARRBORO CITY OF MEBANE TOWN OF HILLSBOROUGH Travis Myren Barbara Foushee* Patty Philipps* Jenn Weaver Brandy Beeker Patricia McGuire Montrena Hadley* Margaret Hauth Tina Moon Cy Stober Mark Bell* UNC-CH DCHC DURHAM COUNTY TRIANGLE-J COG Cha'ssem Anderson Aaron Cain Ellen Beckman John Hodges-Copple Cheryl Stout Kristen Young RESEARCH TRIANGLE REGIONAL PARK(RTP) TRANSPORTATION Travis Crayton ALLIANCE Joe Milazzo II *Members of Orange County Transit Plan Update Policy Steering Committee(PSC] CONSULTANT TEAM 0-1 JIolIrma cCtlaurin 4� J� .;,OLC,iTTONS + ASSOCIATES RENAISSANCE Bilingual Communications, Inc. PLANNING ",;�m Ttans cMri-Interpretation•vlaeovolCe-Over-cuiturd comuitatlon Proiect Manager Proiect Manager Caroline Dwyer,AICP Scudder Wagg utoive summary., i I l 1 i .�. �U► l �'r `i. e r RIf3;�'��. �a—Ilk ,1 j i - l ! - quick•take W Start here to learn more about the Orange County Transit Plan Update's purpose and organization. AW SECTION c 3 3 00 executive summary. 6066* AN WELCOME TO THE ORANGE COUNTYTRANSIT PLAN UPDATE! WE ARE GLAD TO HAVE YOU ON BOARD. i The Executive Summary provides you with an overview of the Orange County Transit Plan Update including a description of the plan's purpose and motivating values, a timeline of the planning process, a "map" of the plan's contents to help you find the information you need, and a summary of new investments in the County"s transit system including Orange County's vision for the next generation of transit investments. ' - - - START HERE WHAT IS THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSIT PLAN UPDATE? The Orange County Transit Plan Update allocates Orange County's Transit Tax District revenues over the next 20 years based on the community's needs, values, and priorities. It includes already programmed projects and investments described in previous plans (Orange County Bus and Roil Investment Plon (2012), Orange County Transit Plon (2017), and projects included in the County's annual transit work plans) and new projects to be funded with the revenue remaining after accounting for existing projects. The Orange County Transit Plan Update also ensures the benefits of public transportation investments support community members who are the most reliant on transit service and that public transportation investments support land use and development in Orange County that is resilient, sustainable, and attainable for all. 00 executive summary. • WHAT IS THE ORANGE COUNTY TRANSIT TAX? In 2012, voters in Orange County approved a half-cent sales tax (Article 43) to fund transit service and transit infrastructure improvements. Funding for transit is also collected through a vehicle rental tax and vehicle registration fees. In 2022, Orange County generated $8,954,000 through these funding sources. The revenues support transitservices provided by Orange County Public Transportation, Chapel Hill Transit, and GoTriangle. Revenues also help pay for infrastructure improvements related to transit in Orange County communities and support administrative and planning services. 0 WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO PLAN FOR TRANSIT? Transit is more than just a way to get from one point to another. It connects people to employment opportunities, improves environmental outcomes by reducing the number of cars on the road, supports active transportation (walking, biking, rolling), and gives people the freedom to go where they want, when they want. Transit planning helps balance the needs of all transit riders and allocates available funding to meet these needs. Transit planning also guides important decisions in Orange County related to accommodating new growth and development and ensuring transportation options are available. These decisions directly and indirectly impact where people live, work, learn, shop, and play and the opportunities, services, and resources that are available. 0 HOW WAS THE TRANSIT PLAN UPDATE DEVELOPED? The Orange County Transit Plan Update was developed between 2020 and 2022 and included reviewing existing transit,transportation, and land use plans, conducting public outreach and engagement, identifying and assessing transit projects; and creating an implementation plan, budget, and schedule for new transit projects. 1 00 executive summary. PLAN TIMELINE Analysis & see Conceptual Proposed Network • • Development Scen' ' Network Plian Adoption Analysis & , ,Ii,�711 PSC I , b Network Development J L —0—m Spring 2020 Summer 2020 Fall 2020 Winter 2021 Summer 2021 Fall 2021 Spring 2022 Fall 2022 PLAN PARTNERS The Plan Update was led by Orange County staff and a consultant team was hired to develop the plan. A Policy Steering Committee (PSC) of local elected officials was convened to guide the plan's policy direction. Municipalities (Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, and Mebane), the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, transit service providers (Chapel Hill Transit, Orange County Public Transportation, and GoTriangle), and the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization (DCHC MPO) were also closely involved in the plan's development. ORANGE152 J �° COUNTY �� 0 �7 *51.y��� THE UNIVERSITY NORTH CAROLINA VTR CpRw �T�CAROB' of NORTH CAROLINA at CHAPEL HILL DURHAM•CHAPEL HILL•CARRDORO ri OrnmeCountyGO �H � PUBLIC 'TRANSIT METROPOLITANPLANNINCOR 9 GANIZATION - 91 � Triangle 00 executive summary. PROJECT SELECTION HOW WERE TRANSIT PROJECTS IDENTIFIED? Transit projects were selected based on needs, priorities, and the recommendations of the public, local government staff, transit service providers, community stakeholders, and the Policy Steering Committee. The following were considered: • Transit service provider's priority projects • Public need _ • Community values (equity, environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, affordable and attainable quality of life, and transportation and access for all) Regional connectivity Long-term transit vision. L> () WHAT VALUES GUIDED THE SELECTION OF PROJECTS? The Orange County Transit Plan Update is guided by by five core community values. EQUITY AFFORDABLE &ATTAINABLE QUALITY © Prioritize the transit needs of under- OF LIFE served or transit-dependent residents; Prioritize transit service connections includes historically disinvested to affordable housing, recreation, and communities of color, lower-income arts and cultural opportunities. neighborhoods, seniors, and rural communities. ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY TRANSPORTATION &ACCESS FOR Prioritize accessible and convenient ALL transit service in areas with existing or Prioritize transit service that increases planned higher density development. transit access for the most people to the most places. ECONOMIC PROSPERITY $ Prioritize increasing access to jobs and opportunities. 00 executive summary. OPROJECTS The Orange County Transit Plan Update recommends five transit service improvement projects and two capital investment projects to enhance transit connections, access, and reliability. ti -- -- ------ - --- Orange County, North Carolina posed Improvements l � Midday Frequency ®15min Transfer Center -•-•--• Jurisdictional Boundary 20 min *Note:All Peak onlyroutes except ODX J 25-35 min go to/from downtown Chapel Hill. 86 36-60 min " 0 2.5 mi 5 mi -• Peak only Orange County Public Transportation Mobility- on-Demand Service Expansion(2 phases);serves locations in Orange County that lack access to fixed s t� f route transit service - \ � US 15-501 Improvements oTriangle xl 4001405[Phase 11 Consolidate into one route pattern(discontinue service to Old Chapel Hill Road/University Drive).Schedule _ � ab effective 15-minute service midday,and `r improved Sunday and evening service.57 X, r US 15-501 Improvements(GoTriangle , 400(Phase 2)Shift route to Fordham Boulevard and provide all day service I_ -" - ✓, to Jones Ferry Road Park and Ride. US 15-501/Fordham Boulevard at Ephesus Church Road CEP Crossing and Shelter -i Improvements Chapel Hill Transit NS: J Improve morning peak frequency to every Chapel Hill Transit HS:Add _ 4PJ 6 minutes.Provide - — weekend service with 1 bus(70 Saturday service until min frequency)(8 AM-6:30 PM) ;•, 11 PM and Sunday service until 9 PM 86 co, � 1 Chapel Hill Transit CW:Improve Fordham/Manning weekday midday service to 30 Queue Jump and minutes Z Shoulder Running 4 Improvements Chapel Hill_ { - wUNC CAMPUS aD t!�. F US 15-501 Improvements(Chapel Hill TransitJ) Improve morning peak frequency to every 10 minutes and offer 15-minute service until noon.Provide - - _ US 15-501 Improvements(Chapel Hill Transit D) Saturday service until 11 PM and Sunday service until Extend service to Patterson Place and provide 9PM l 'oi z Saturday service until 9 PM. 00 executive summary. OTRANSITVISION The Orange County Transit Plan Update also illustrates a long-term vision for"Next Generation"transit service and investments in Orange County. LEGEND Chapel Hill/ RTP Bus Rapid Transit(BRT) Commuter Rail Transit(CRT) — — — Express Bus Corridors (2040) — — — North-South Bus Rapid Transit(N-S BRT) Express Bus Corridors (2050) — — — Durham/ Chapel Hill Bus Rapid Transit(BRT) Express Bus to Mebane — — - -------- - - - - - - ------------ - - - - - - - -------------- - - - - - - - - - ------- DURHAM COUNTY ORANGE COUNTY O Cedar Grove. MEBANE HILLSBOROUGH ,a Duke ,,•-_ Hospita �� DOWNTOWN ♦ Duke fit► DURHAM . � University ♦ ` � `� rm•� � se Carraway Village ♦ rs 0 is South Square • �� ,Jo NC Central University sor ` Eastowne Patterson Place DOWNTOWN sa CHAPEL HILL White Cross 0 o j Meadowmoni• ResearchCARRBORO O0 0 Triangle Park 0 Southpoint Southern Village ' UNC Chapel Hill ' Regional Transit 0 ' Center_ CHATHAM COUNTY ♦ ,Carolina Meadows . sao sm . O QFearrington ♦ etham Park Area 0►Pittsboro ----------------------------- ---- ------------- - - - - - - - - ' 05 projects. ` projects recommended in the Plan Update. Each of the seven projects can affirmatively answer the following: 1. Is the project identified as an unfunded or emerging priority by transit service providers? 2. Does the project helpmeet an expressed public need? 3. Does the project reflect,incorporate,or further the identified core values? 4. Does the project advance the conceptual transit vision and/or improve regional connectivity? The five service improvements and two capital investment projects included in this Plan Update meet all the objectives. Transit Enhancements Summary The Orange County Transit Plan Update recommends seven projects-five enhancements to existing transit service(operations) and two capital investment projects enhancing transit connections, access, and reliability. New bus services (including increased service span and frequency on existing routes) are proposed to be implemented by Chapel Hill Transit, GoTriangle and Orange County Public Transportation using Tax District Revenues. Costs to purchase, maintain,and replace buses required for service improvements are also included. The service costs shown represents the estimated cost of service in the year of projected implementation: these costs are adjusted for inflation over time. As applicable, cost-share assumptions between Durham and Orange Counties are described. Costs for capital improvement projects are estimated based on the cost of similar projects but final project costs estimates require more comprehensive planning, engineering, and design studies. A summary of the projects included in the Plan Update is included below and each project is described in more detail in the following pages. Section 4 (Funding) provides an overview of the funding assumptions used to develop the scope, cost, and implementation of each project including rate of inflation, cost per vehicle, and cost per hour for each transit service provider. Project/Transit qv�evenue Peak ours Vehicles Service Improvement Chapel Hill Transit CW: Improve weekday midday service to 30 minutes 1,500 0 Chapel Hill Transit HS:Add weekend service with 1 bus (70 min frequency) (8 AM - 6:30 PM) 1,177 0 Orange County Public Transportation: Mobility-on-Demand Service Expansion (2 phases) 4,400 N/A Chapel Hill Transit NS: Improve morning peak frequency to every 6 minutes. Provide Satur- 2,300 3 day service until 11 PM and Sunday service until 9 PM US 15-501 Service Improvements(GoTriangle 400/405,Chapel Hill Transit D, Chapel Hill Transit J) GoTriangle 4001405(Phase 1): Consolidate into one route pattern (discontinue service to 10,663* 0 Old Chapel Hill Road/University Drive). Schedule effective 15-minute service midday, and improved Sunday and evening service. GoTriangle 400(Phase 2):Shift route to Fordham Boulevard and provide all day service to 5,616* 1* Jones Ferry Road Park and Ride. Chapel Hill TronsitD: Extend service to Patterson Place and provide Saturday service until 9 8,833** 1 PM. Chapel Hill TronsitJ: Improve morning peak frequency to every 10 minutes and offer 3,200 15-minute service until noon. Provide Saturday service until 11 PM and Sunday service until 9 PM Capital Projects Crossing and Shelter Improvements on US 15-501/ Fordham Boulevard at Ephesus Church Road Fordham/Manning Queue Jump and Shoulder Running Improvements *Subject to o 50/50 cost shore with Durham County**Subject to a 60/40 cost share with Durham County 1 05 projects. Projects f rom 2012 and 2017 Transit Plans Most oft he Transit Tax revenues collected in Orange County(approximately$9 million in FY2021)are used to fund"programmed" projects, services, and administrative needs (i.e., approved for funding in the 2012 or 2017 Orange County Transit Plans], with the exception of projects that have been removed due to the D-0 LRT's discontinuation.The projects in this Transit Plan Update are new projects.They are being added to the projects that are already being funded with transit tax revenue (shown below).When determining how much transittax revenue was available for new projects,these projects are included in"existing expenses.- Operating Projects Organization Transit Operations Route 800 Improvements Transit Plan Administration Staff Working Group Administrator Transit Operations Route 400 Improvements GoTriangle Transit Operations Route ODX Tax District Administration Tax District Admin-Financial Oversight Staff Transit Operations Route CRX Improvements Tax District Administration Tax District Admin-Financial Oversight-Support Transit Operations Route 405 Improvements Services(0) Transit Operations Parotronsit expansion Transit Plan Administration Transit Plan Admin-Program Management Staff Transit Operations Youth GoPoss Transit Plan Administration Transit Plan Admin-Project Implementation Staff ITransit Operations Fare Collection Improvements(D) Transit Plan Administration TPA-Transit Planning -Support Services Orange County Public Transportation Transit Plan Administration TPA-Legal and Real Estate-Support Staff Transit Operations Continuation of Transit Services Transit Plan Administration TPA-Marketing Communication and PE-Support Transit Operations Increased Cost of Existing Services Staff Transit Operations Hillsborough Circulator Expansion Transit Plan Administration TPA-Marketing,Communication and PE-Support Transit Operations Hillsborough Circulator II Services Chapel Hill Transit Transit Plan Administration TPA-Regional Technology and Administration- Support Staff Transit Operations Increased Cost of Existing Services Transit Plan Administration Customer Surveys Transit Operations Existing Service Expansion FY13-FY20 Capital Projects , , Transit Capital Planning ERP System-Transit Plan I I BRT North-South BRT LRT Light Rail Transit Closeout Costs BRT North-South BRT Supplemental Transit Infrastructure CHIT ADA Bus Stop Upgrades Transit Infrastructure Hillsborough Park and Ride Transit Infrastructure UNC Manning Drive Bus Station Transit Infrastructure NewTransfer Center(Location TBD,Hillsborough or RTC) Transit Infrastructure Lighting in bus shelters Transit Infrastructure Mebane Bus Stop Improvement Transit Infrastructure Bus Stop Sign Design and Replacement Vehicle Acquisition Programmed Expansion Bus Renewals Based on Transit Infrastructure Bus Stop Improvements(Orange County] Useful Life Transit Infrastructure Priority Transit Access Improvements ITown of Carrboro Ad Transit Infrastructure RTC Facility Feasibility Study-Orange Transit Infrastructure Estes Drive Bike-Ped Improvements Transit Infrastructure Mobile Ticket Volidotors-Orange share(includes Route 420) Transit Infrastructure Estes Drive Transit Access/Corridor Study Vehicle Acquisition Vehicle acquisition and replacement Transit Infrastructure Morgan Creek Greenway Capital Planning Origin Destination Survey Transit Infrastructure South Greensboro St.Sidewalk Capital Planning GoTriangle Short Range Transit Plan Transit Infrastructure Corrboro West Main Street Sidewalk Capital Planning Transit Facilities Study Transit Infrastructure NC 54 signalized pedestrian crossings Transit Infrastructure Bus Stop Improvement[5 OPT Stops]Short Term (Westbrook Drive,Abbey Road,Kingsmill/Laurel] Orange Transit Infrastructure 15 OPT Bus Stop Signs Transit Infrastructure Hillsborough Train Station Transit Infrastructure Hillsborough Park-and-Ride-3(Orange County-Construction) Transit Infrastructure Hillsborough Train Station Bus Stop Capital Planning AVL Improvements Capital Planning Planning for new Transit Plan � ORANGE COUNTY GOVERNMENTri ORA E L TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT ,� No rH CARQLLNA Ora"g;„8�,�,u„5nt Item 5.b. Subject: Title VI Update Attachment: OCTS Draft 2022 Title VI Plan PURPOSE: Receive information and provide comments on the Orange County Transportation Service (OCTS)Title VI plan and update process. BACKGROUND: Orange County Transportation Service is a recipient of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Orange County Transportation Service establishes this Title VI Nondiscrimination Plan for the purpose of complying with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as required by FTA Circular 4702.113, and related requirements outlined within the FTA Certifications & Assurances, "Nondiscrimination Assurance." This document details the nondiscrimination program, policies, and practices administered by Orange County Transportation Service, and will be updated periodically to incorporate changes and additional responsibilities as they are made. This Plan will be submitted to NCDOT or FTA, upon request Public Process and Schedule: OCTS staff recommends the following public process in updating the OCTS Title VI Plan. • October 2022 - OUTBoard review Draft Plans and provide comments • November 2022— Public meeting and 30-day public comment period on Draft Title VI Plan • November 2022 - OUTBoard review Updated Plan and make recommendation to BOCC • December 2022— BOCC takes action on Plan Public Involvement: To facilitate a public process, OCTS staff will advertise a November public meeting and a 30-day public comment period in starting in September.The public meeting will be a drop in session with staff answering public's questions and concerns. OCTS staff will include all comments in the plan appendix. Next Steps: The Title VI plan, after approved by the BOCC, will be submit the plan to North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for review. Once approved by those agencies, the plan will be published as the County's official Title VI Plan and implemented accordingly. RECOMMENDATIONS: The Staff request the OUTBoard receive information and provide comments on the OCTS Title VI plan and update process. 600 Hwy 86 N - Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278 Phone (919)245-2008 - Fax (919) 732-2137 orangecountync.gov/transportation ,I Orange County Transportation Services Title VI �- - - 2022 Orange County Transportation Services Orange County, NC 8/2/2022 TITLE VI PLAN REVIEW AND ADOPTION On behalf of the Orange County Board of County Commissioners, I hereby acknowledge receipt of the Title VI Nondiscrimination Plan. We, the Board, have reviewed and hereby adopt this Plan. We are committed to ensuring that all decisions are made in accordance with the nondiscrimination guidelines of this Plan, to the end the no person is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any Orange County Transportation Service (OCPT) services and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed (religion), or disability, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the nondiscrimination. Table of Contents I. INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................................6 II. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES ..............................................................................6 A. Program(s) and Services Administered..................................................................................... 6 B. Program(s) and Services Administered..................................................................................... 7 C. Decision-Making Process................................................................................................................ 8 D. Title VI Coordinator........................................................................................................................... 8 E. Change of Title VI Coordinator and/or Head of Decision-making Body.......................... 9 F. Organizational Chart......................................................................................................................... 9 G. Subrecipients................................................................................................................................... 9 III. TITLE VI NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY STATEMENT....................................................................9 A. Title VI and Related Authorities.................................................................................................... 9 IV. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION ............................................................................................ 10 V. ENSURE NONDISCRIMINATORY ADMINISTRATION ................................................................... 11 VI. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION.................................................................................................. 12 A. Contract Language...........................................................................................................................12 B. Nondiscrimination Notice to Prospective Bidders................................................................14 VII. EXTERNAL DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINT PROCEDURES............................................................ 15 A. FILING OF COMPLAINTS...................................................................................................................15 B. Complaint Processing......................................................................................................................16 C. Complaint Log....................................................................................................................................16 D. Investigative Guidance....................................................................................................................20 VIII.SERVICE AREA POPULATION CHARACTERISTICS......................................................................... 22 A. Race and Ethnicity............................................................................................................................22 B. Age &Sex..............................................................................................................................................22 C. Disability.............................................................................................................................................22 D. Poverty.................................................................................................................................................23 E. Household Income...........................................................................................................................24 F. Limited English Proficiency Populations.................................................................................24 G. Population Location....................................................................................................................25 IX. TITLE VI EQUITY ANALYSES(AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ASSESSMENTS)............................. 25 A. Title VI Equity Analyses.................................................................................................................25 B. Environmental Justice Analyses..................................................................................................25 X. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT............................................................................................................. 26 A. Introduction.......................................................................................................................................26 B. Public Notification...........................................................................................................................26 C. Dissemination of Information......................................................................................................26 D. Meetings and Outreach...................................................................................................................27 E. Limited English Proficiency..........................................................................................................28 1. Four Factor Analysis.................................................................................................................... 28 F. Language Access Plan.....................................................................................................................30 1. Language Assistance Measures.................................................................................................. 30 2. Written Translation and Oral Interpretation ............................................................................. 30 3. Staff Support for Language Assistance....................................................................................... 31 4. Project-Specific LEP Outreach.................................................................................................... 31 5. Monitoring and Updating the LAP ............................................................................................. 31 G. Demographic Request................................................................................................................32 H. Key Community Contacts...............................................................................................................33 I. Summary of Outreach Efforts Made Since the Last Title VI Program submission......33 XI. STAFF TRAINING ...................................................................................................................... 33 XII. NONELECTED BOARDS AND COMMITTEES—BY RACE AND GENDER .......................................... 33 A. Strategies for Representative Committees..............................................................................33 XIII. RECORD-KEEPING AND REPORTS.............................................................................................. 34 XIV.Transit Provider....................................................................................................................... 34 A. Service Standards.............................................................................................................................35 1. Vehicle Load ............................................................................................................................... 35 2. Vehicle Headway........................................................................................................................ 35 3. On-Time Performance................................................................................................................ 35 4. Service Availability...................................................................................................................... 35 B. Service Policies .................................................................................................................................35 1. Transit Amenities for each mode............................................................................................... 35 2. Vehicle Assignments for each mode.......................................................................................... 35 XV. AppendixA-Applicable Nondiscrimination Authorities............................................................ 36 XVI.Appendix B Organizational Chart.............................................................................................. 37 XVII. Appendix C-NCDOT's Compliance Review Checklist for Transit .......................................... 38 XVIII. Appendix D— Language Access Plan .................................................................................. 40 TITLE VI NONDISCRIMINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION SERVICE In accordance with DOT Order 1050.2A, Orange County Transportation Service assures the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) that no person shall, on the ground of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, age, or disability, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 and related nondiscrimination authorities, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination or retaliation under any program or activity undertaken by Orange County Transportation Service . Further,Orange County Transportation Service hereby agrees to: 1. Designate a Title VI Coordinator that has a responsible position within the organization and easy access to the Transportation Services Director of the organization. 2. Issue a policy statement, signed by the Transportation Services Director of the organization, which expresses a commitment to the nondiscrimination provisions of Title VI and related applicable statutes. The signed policy statement shall be posted and circulated throughout the organization and to the general public and published where appropriate in languages other than English. The policy statement will be re-signed when there is a change of Transportation Services Director. 3. Insert the clauses of the contract language from Section 6.1 in every contract awarded by the organization. Ensure that every contract awarded by the organization's contractors or consultants also includes the contract language. 4. Process all and, when required, investigate complaints of discrimination consistent with the procedures contained within this Plan. Log all complaints for the administrative record. 5. Collect statistical data (race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability) on participants in, and beneficiaries of, programs and activities carried out by the organization. 6. Participate in training offered on Title VI and other nondiscrimination requirements. Conduct or request training for employees or the organization's subrecipients. 7. Take affirmative action, if reviewed or investigated by NCDOT, to correct any deficiencies found within a reasonable time period, not to exceed 90 calendar days, unless reasonable provisions are granted by NCDOT. 8. Document all Title VI nondiscrimination-related activities as evidence of compliance.Submit information and reports to NCDOT on a schedule outlined by NCDOT. THIS AGREEMENT is given in consideration of, and for the purpose of obtaining, any and all federal funds, grants, loans, contracts, properties,discounts or other federal financial assistance under all programs and activities and is binding. Authorized Signature Nishith Trivedi Transportation Director Date I. INTRODUCTION Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, 42 U.S.C. 2000d provides that: "No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The broader application of nondiscrimination law is found in other statutes, executive orders, and regulations, which provide additional protections based on age, sex, creed (religion), and disability, including the 1987 Civil Rights Restoration Act, which extended nondiscrimination coverage to all programs and activities of federal-aid recipients, subrecipients, and contractors, including those that are not federally-funded (see Appendix A — Applicable Nondiscrimination Authorities). Orange County Transportation Service is a recipient of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Orange County Transportation Service establishes this Title VI Nondiscrimination Plan for the purpose of complying with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as required by FTA Circular 4702.113, and related requirements outlined within the FTA Certifications & Assurances, "Nondiscrimination Assurance." This document details the nondiscrimination program, policies, and practices administered by Orange County Transportation Service, and will be updated periodically to incorporate changes and additional responsibilities as they are made. This Plan will be submitted to NCDOT or FTA, upon request. II. DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES A. Program(s) and Services Administered Orange County Transportation Service provides public transportation options to its customers within county limits of Orange County, North Carolina. Orange County Transportation Service provides both demand response service and fixed route service. Our demand response service includes transportation provided by Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP), Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (Medicaid), and Americans with Disabilities Act. Our fixed route service is comprised of four buses. The Hillsborough Circulator which circulates the town of Hillsborough from Sam — 5pm Monday through Friday which is fare free. Then there is the Orange- Chapel Hill Connector which has two buses one that starts in Cedar Grove, NC and the other that starts in Chapel Hill, NC, fare for this route is two dollars one-way or four dollars round trip. The Orange —Chapel Hill Connector is in service from 9:45am -3:50pm Monday through Friday. Lastly there is the Orange — Alamance Connector this routes services the Town of Hillsborough and City of Mebane from 10:00am —3:00pm Monday through Friday, fare for this route is two dollars one way or four dollars round trip. Following the Orange County Holiday Schedule, Orange County Transportation Service's Administrative Office and Fixed Route Services are closed the following days in 2020: New Year's Day:January 1, 2020 Martin Luther King.Jr's Birthday:January 20, 2020 Good Friday:April 10, 2020 Memorial Day: May 25, 2020 Independence Day:July 3,2020 Labor Day:September 7, 2020 Thanksgiving: November 26-27,2020 Christmas: December 24, 25, 28, 2020 Orange County Transportation Service Staff is comprised of: • Transportation Director • Transportation Administrator • Transit Operations Manager • Transit Operations Supervisor • 2 Dispatchers • 18 Drivers Type of Service Days of week Times Fare(if applicable) Fixed Route Monday—Friday 8am—5pm $2 one —way* Hillsborough Circulator is fare free Elderly/Disabled Monday—Friday 8am-5pm $3 one-way Transportation Assistance Program Rural General Public Monday—Friday Pam—5pm $12.74 one-way B Program(s) and Services Administered Funding Sources/Tables For the purpose of federally assisted programs, "federal assistance" shall include: o Grants and loans of Federal funds; o Grant or donation of Federal property and interest in property; o Detail of Federal personnel; o Sale and lease of, and the permission to use (on other than a casual or transient basis), Federal property or any interest in such property without consideration or at a nominal consideration, or at a consideration which is reduced for the purpose of assisting the recipient, or in recognition of the public interest to be served by such sale or lease to the recipient; and o Federal agreement, arrangement, or other contract which has, as one of its purposes, the provision of assistance. Each FTA Formula Grant received by our system during the past year, and whether the funds were received through NCDOT or directly from FTA, is checked below. Grant Title NCDOT FTA Details (i.e.,purpose,frequency,and duration of receipt) 5307(Urbanized Area Formula) ❑ ❑ 5309(b)(2)(Fixed Guideway Modernization) ❑ ❑ 5310(Transportation for Elderly Persons and ❑ ❑ Persons with Disabilities) 5311 (Formula Grants for Other than ❑ ❑ Urbanized Areas) 5311(b)(3)(Rural Transit Assistance) ❑ ❑ 5316(Job Access and Reverse Commute) ❑ ❑ 5317(New Freedom) ❑ ❑ 5303, 5304 and/or 5305 (Metropolitan & ❑ ❑ Statewide Planning) 5339(Bus and Bus Facilities Formula) ❑ ❑ Other: ❑ ❑ Decision-Making Process [Summarize how your agency makes final decisions like adopting program documents, including whether there is a voting or board approval process with timeframes, different committees that address different types of issues, and set dates for meetings] [List the different committees that are part of your decision-making process and whether they are elected or appointed/unelected in the table below. Board or Committee Name Appointed Elected #of Members Orange Unified Transportation Board 7 Board of County Commissioners El 71 7 D. Title VI Coordinator The individual below has been designated as the Title VI Coordinator for Orange County Transportation Service, and is empowered with enough authority and responsibility to implement the Title VI Nondiscrimination Program: Nishith Trivedi -Transportation Director Orange County Transportation Services 600 NC-86 Hillsborough, NC 27278 Phone: (919) 245-2007 http://www.orangecountync.gov ntrivedi@orangecountync.gov Key responsibilities of the Coordinator include: • Maintaining knowledge of Title VI and related requirements. • Attending civil rights training when offered by NCDOT or any other regulatory agency. • Administering the Title VI Nondiscrimination Program and coordinating implementation of this Plan. • Training internal staff and officials on their Title VI nondiscrimination obligations. • Disseminating Title VI information internally and to the general public, including in languages other than English. • Presenting Title VI-related information to decision-making bodies for input and approval. • Ensuring Title VI-related posters are prominently and publicly displayed. • Developing a process to collect data related to race, national origin, sex, age, and disability to ensure minority, low-income, and other underserved groups are included and not discriminated against. • Ensuring that non-elected boards and committees reflect the service area and minorities are represented. • Implementing procedures for prompt processing (receiving, logging, investigating and/or forwarding) of discrimination complaints. • Coordinating with, and providing information to, NCDOT and other regulatory agencies during compliance reviews or complaint investigations. • Promptly resolving areas of deficiency to ensure compliance with Title VI nondiscrimination requirements. E Change of Title VI Coordinator and/or Head of Decision-making Body If Title VI Coordinator or Transportation Director changes, this document and all other documents that name the Coordinator, will immediately be updated, and an updated policy statement (and nondiscrimination agreement, if standalone) will be signed by the new Transportation Director. F. Organizational Chart OCTS currently employs 20 staff which consist of the following job categories: • Transportation Director • Transportation Administrator • Transit Operations Manager • Transit Operations Supervisor • 2 Dispatchers • 18 Drivers An organizational chart showing the Title VI Coordinator's place within the organization is in Appendix B. Subrecipients OCTS does not have pass through funds to any other organizations and, therefore, does not have any subrecipients. III. TITLE VI NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY STATEMENT It is the policy of Orange County Transportation Services (OCTS), as a federal-aid recipient, to ensure that no person shall, on the ground of race, color, national origin, sex, creed (religion), age or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any of our programs and activities, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and all other related nondiscrimination laws and requirements. Signature Nishith Trivedi,Transportation Director Date Title VI and Related Authorities Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. Section 2000d) provides that, "No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance."The 1987 Civil Rights Restoration Act (P.L. 100-259) clarified and restored the original intent of Title VI by expanding the definition of "programs and activities" to include all programs and activities of federal-aid recipients, subrecipients, and contractors, whether such programs and activities are federally assisted or not. Related nondiscrimination authorities include, but are not limited to: U.S. DOT regulation, 49 CFR part 21, "Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation—Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act"; 49 U.S.C. 5332, "Nondiscrimination (Public Transportation)"; FTA Circular 4702.113 - Title VI Requirements and Guidelines for Federal Transit Administration Recipients; DOT Order 5610.2a, "Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations"; FTA C 4703.1 - Environmental Justice Policy Guidance For Federal Transit Administration Recipients; Policy Guidance Concerning (DOT) Recipient's Responsibilities to Limited English Proficient (LEP) Persons, 74 FR 74087; The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, P.L. 101-336; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 19731 29 U.S.C. 790; Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended 42 U.S.C. 6101; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. 1681; Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, 42 U.S.C. 4601; Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. 794d Implementation • This statement will be signed by the Transportation Services Director of Orange County Transportation Service and re-signed whenever a new person assumes that position. • The signed statement will be posted on office bulletin boards, near the receptionist's desk, in meeting rooms, at transit stops, inside vehicles, and disseminated within brochures and other written materials. • The core of the statement (signature excluded) will circulate internally within annual acknowledgement forms. • The statement will be posted or provided in languages other than English, when appropriate. IV. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION • Orange County Transportation Service operates its programs and services without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, creed (religion), age, and disability in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and related statutes. Any person who believes she or he has been aggrieved by any unlawful discriminatory practice may file a complaint with Orange County Transportation Service. • For more information on Orange County Transportation Service's civil rights program, and the procedures to file a complaint, contact 919-245-2008, (TTY 919-644-3045); email octransportationservices@orangecountync.gov, (TTY 919-644-3045); or visit our administrative office at 600 NC Highway 86 N Hillsborough, NC 278278. For more information, visit orangecounync.gov. • If information is needed in another language, contact 919-245-2498. • A complainant may file a complaint directly with the North Carolina Department of Transportation by filing with the Office of Civil Rights, External Civil Rights Section, 1511 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699- 1511, Attention: Title VI Nondiscrimination Program; phone: 919-508-1808 or 800-522- 0453, or TDD/TTY: 800-735-2962. • A complainant may file a complaint directly with the Federal Transit Administration by filing a complaint with the Office of Civil Rights, Attention: Title VI Program Coordinator, East Building, 5th Floor-TCR, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590. Implementation • The notice will be posted in its entirety on our website and in any documents and reports we distribute. • The notice will be posted in our offices and inside/on our vehicles. • Ads in newspapers and other publications shall include the following: "Orange County Transportation Service operates without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, creed (religion), age or disability. For more information on Orange County Transportation Service Title VI program or how to file a discrimination complaint, please contact 919-245-2008; octransportationservices@orangecountync.gov." • The statement will be posted or provided in languages other than English,when appropriate. V. ENSURE NONDISCRIMINATORY ADMINISTRATION We are committed to nondiscriminatory administration of our programs and services, organization wide. Orange County Transportation Service will remind employees of Title VI nondiscrimination obligations through staff training and use of the Annual Education and Acknowledgment Form below. The Title VI Coordinator will periodically assess program operations to ensure this policy is being followed. Annual Education and Acknowledgement Form Title VI Nondiscrimination Policy (Title VI and related nondiscrimination authorities) No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of a Federal-aid recipient. All employees and representatives of Orange County Transportation Service are expected to consider, respect, and observe this policy in their daily work and duties. If any person approaches you with a civil rights-related question or complaint, please direct him or her to TeLeishia Holloway at 919-245- 2002. In all dealings with the public, use courtesy titles (e.g., Mr., Mrs., Miss, Dr.) to address or refer to them without regard to their race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. Acknowledgement of Receipt of Title VI Program I hereby acknowledge receipt of Orange County Transportation Service Title VI Program and other nondiscrimination guidelines. I have read the Title VI Program and I am committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of Orange County Transportation Service programs, policies, services and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed (religion), or disability, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related nondiscrimination statutes. Signature Date Implementation • Periodically, but not more than once a year, employees and representatives will receive, review and certify commitment to the Title VI Program. • New employees shall be informed of Title VI provisions and expectations to perform their duties, accordingly, asked to review the Title VI Program, and required to sign the acknowledgement form. • Periodic review of operational practices and guidelines by the Title VI Coordinator to verify compliance with the Title VI Program. Maintain documents of each review on file. • Signed acknowledgement forms and records of internal assessments will remain on file for at least three years. VI. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION Orange County Transportation Service ensures all contractors will fulfill their contracts in a nondiscriminatory manner. While contractors are not required to prepare a Title VI Program, they must comply with the nondiscrimination requirements of the organization to which they are contracted. OCTS and its contractors will not discriminate in the selection and retention of contractors (at any level) or discriminate in employment practices in connection with any of our projects. A. Contract Language During the performance of this contract, the contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in interest (hereinafter referred to as the "contractor") agrees as follows: (1) Compliance with Regulations: The contractor (hereinafter Nondiscrimination on the grounds of race, color, or national includes consultants) will comply with the Acts and the origin. Regulations relative to Nondiscrimination in Federally- (4) Information and Reports: The contractor will provide all assisted programs of the U.S. Department of Transportation, information and reports required by the Acts, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), as they may be Regulations, and directives issued pursuant thereto and will amended from time to time, which are herein incorporated permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources by reference and made a part of this contract. of information, and its facilities as may be determined by the (2) Nondiscrimination: The contractor, with regard to the Recipient or the FTA to be pertinent to ascertain compliance work performed by it during the contract, will not with such Acts, Regulations, and instructions. Where any discriminate on the grounds of race, color, national origin, information required of a contractor is in the exclusive sex, age, creed (religion), low-income, limited English possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish the proficiency, or disability in the selection and retention of information, the contractor will so certify to the Recipient or subcontractors, including procurements of materials and the FTA, as appropriate, and will set forth what efforts it has leases of equipment. The contractor will not participate made to obtain the information. directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by the (5) Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of a Acts and the Regulations, including employment practices contractor's noncompliance with the Non-discrimination when the contract covers any activity, project, or program set provisions of this contract, the Recipient will impose such forth in Appendix B of 49 CFR Part 21. contract sanctions as it or the FTA may determine to be (3) Solicitations for Subcontractors, Including Procurements appropriate, including, but not limited to: of Materials and Equipment: In all solicitations, either by (a) withholding payments to the contractor under the competitive bidding, or negotiation made by the contractor contract until the contractor complies; and/or for work to be performed under a subcontract, including (b) cancelling, terminating, or suspending a contract, in procurements of materials, or leases of equipment, each whole or in part. potential subcontractor or supplier will be notified by the (6) Incorporation of Provisions: The contractor will include contractor of the contractor's obligations under this contract the provisions of paragraphs one through six in every and the Acts and the Regulations relative to subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempt by the Acts,the Regulations and activities" to include all of the programs or activities of the directives issued pursuant thereto. The contractor will take Federal-aid recipients, sub-recipients and contractors, action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as the whether such programs or activities are Federally funded or Recipient or the FTA may direct as a means of enforcing such not); provisions including sanctions for noncompliance. Provided, 0 Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, that if the contractor becomes involved in, or is threatened which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in the with litigation by a subcontractor, or supplier because of such operation of public entities, public and private transportation direction, the contractor may request the Recipient to enter systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing into any litigation to protect the interests of the Recipient. In entities (42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12189) as implemented by addition, the contractor may request the United States to Department of Transportation regulations at 49 C.F.R. parts enter into the litigation to protect the interests of the United 37 and 38; States. 0 The Federal Aviation Administration's II. During the performance of this contract, the Nondiscrimination statute (49 U.S.C. § 47123) (prohibits contractor, for itself, its assignees, and successors in interest discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, and (hereinafter referred to as the "contractor") agrees to comply sex); with the following nondiscrimination statutes and authorities; 0 Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address including but not limited to: Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low- Pertinent Nondiscrimination Authorities Income Populations, which ensures Nondiscrimination • Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § against minority populations by discouraging programs, 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits discrimination on the policies, and activities with disproportionately high and basis of race, color, national origin); and 49 CFR Part 21. adverse human health or environmental effects on minority • The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real and low-income populations; Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 U.S.C. § 4601), 0 Executive Order 13166, Improving Access to Services (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose for Persons with Limited English Proficiency, and resulting property has been acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid agency guidance, national origin discrimination includes programs and projects); discrimination because of Limited English proficiency (LEP). • Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. § 324 et To ensure compliance with Title VI,you must take reasonable seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex); steps to ensure that LEP persons have meaningful access to • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 your programs(70 Fed. Reg. at 74087 to 74100); U.S.C. § 794 et seq.), as amended, (prohibits discrimination 0 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as on the basis of disability);and 49 CFR Part 27; amended,which prohibits you from discriminating because of • The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 sex in education programs or activities (20 U.S.C. 1681 et U.S.C. § 6101 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis seq); of age); 0 Federal transit laws, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332 • Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, (49 (prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, USC § 471, Section 47123), as amended, (prohibits national origin, sex (including gender identity), disability, age, discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or employment,or business opportunity). sex); • The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (PL 100- The Contractor has read and is familiar with the terms above: 209), (Broadened the scope, coverage and applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Contractor's Initials by expanding the definition of the terms "programs or Date Nondiscrimination Notice to Prospective Bidders The Orange County Transportation Service, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related nondiscrimination authorities, and Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 21 and 26, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contact entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority and women business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, limited English proficiency, low-income, or disability in consideration for an award. Implementation • The nondiscrimination language above will be included in all solicitations for bids for work or material and proposals for negotiated agreements to assure interested firms that we provide equal opportunity and do not discriminate. • Outreach efforts will be made to minority and women-owned firms that work in requested fields and documented. • Unless specifically required under Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) or Affirmative Action programs, all contractors will be selected without regard to their race, color, national origin, or sex. VII. EXTERNAL DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINT PROCEDURES These discrimination complaint procedures outline the process used by Orange County Transportation Service to process complaints of alleged discrimination filed under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to Orange County Transportation Service programs, services, and activities. Complaints will be investigated by the appropriate authority. Upon completion of an investigation, the complainant will be informed of all avenues of appeal. Every effort will be made to obtain early resolution of complaints at the lowest level possible by informal means. A. FILING OF COMPLAINTS I. Applicability — These procedures apply to the beneficiaries of our programs, activities, and services, such as the members of the public and any consultants/contractors we hire. II. Eligibility — Any person or class of persons who believes that he/she has been subjected to discrimination or retaliation prohibited by any of the Civil Rights authorities based upon race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed (religion) or disability, may file a written complaint. The law prohibits intimidation or retaliation of any sort. The complaint may be filed by the affected individual or a representative and must be in writing. III. Time Limits and Filing Options — A complaint must be filed no later than 180 calendar days after the following: • The date of the alleged act of discrimination; or • The date when the person(s) became aware of the alleged discrimination; or • Where there has been a continuing course of conduct, the date on which that conduct was discontinued or the latest instance of the conduct. Complaints may be submitted to the following entities: • Orange County Transportation Service, Administration Office, 600 NC 86 N Hillsborough, NC 27278, PO BOX 818 Hillsborough, NC 27278 ;919-245-2008 • North Carolina Department of Transportation, Office of Civil Rights, External Civil Rights Section, 1511 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1511; 919-508-1830 or toll free 800-522-0453 • US Department of Transportation, Departmental Office of Civil Rights, External Civil Rights Programs Division, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590; 202-366-4070 • Federal Transit Administration, Office of Civil Rights, ATTN: Title VI Program Coordinator, East Bldg. 51h Floor—TCR, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590 • US Department of Justice, Special Litigation Section, Civil Rights Division, 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20530, 202-514-6255 or toll free 877-218-5228 IV. Format for Complaints — Complaints shall be in writing and signed by the complainant(s) or a representative and include the complainant's name, address, and telephone number. Complaints received by fax or e-mail will be acknowledged and processed. Allegations received by telephone or in person will be reduced to writing, may be recorded and will be provided to the complainant for confirmation or revision before processing. Complaints will be accepted in other languages, including Braille. V. Discrimination Complaint Form — The Discrimination Complaint Form is consistent with the FTA Certifications & Assurances, "Nondiscrimination Assurance." VI. Complaint Basis — Allegations must be based on issues involving race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed (religion) or disability. The term "basis" refers to the complainant's membership in a protected group category. Protected Definition Examples Applicable Statutes and Regulations Categories FTA Race An individual belonging to one of the Black/African American,Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; accepted racial groups; or the perception,Hispanic/Latino, Asian,49 CFR Part 21; based usually on physical characteristics that American Indian/Alaska Native,49 U.S.C.5332(b); a person is a member of a racial group Native FTA Circular 4702.113 Hawaiian/Pacific Islander,White Color Color of skin, including shade of skin within aBlack,White,brown,yellow, etc. racial group National Origin Place of birth. Citizenship is not a factor.Mexican, Cuban, Japanese, Discrimination based on language or a ietnamese,Chinese person's accent is also covered. Sex Gender Women and Men 49 U.S.C. 5332(b); Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Age Persons of any age 21 year old person Age Discrimination Act of 1975 Disability Physical or mental impairment, permanent Blind,alcoholic,para- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation or temporary,or perceived. amputee, epileptic, diabetic,Act of 1973; Americans with Disabilities arthritic Act of 1990 Creed Religion. Muslim,Christian,Hindu,Atheist 9 U.S.C.5332(b) B. Complaint Processing 1. When a complaint is received, an Acknowledgment Letter and a Complainant Consent/Release Form will be mailed to the complainant within ten (10) business days by registered mail. 2. We will consult with the NCDOT Title VI Program to determine the acceptability and jurisdiction of all complaints received. (Note: If NCDOT will investigate, the Title VI Program will be responsible for the remainder of this process. We will record the transfer of responsibility in our complaints log). 3. Additional information will be requested if the complaint is incomplete. The complainant will be provided 15 business days to submit any requested information and the signed Consent Release form. Failure to do so may be considered good cause for a determination of no investigative merit. 4. Upon receipt of the requested information and determination of jurisdiction, we will notify the complainant and respondent of whether the complaint has enough merit to warrant investigation. 5. If the complaint is investigated, the notification shall state the grounds of our jurisdiction, while informing the parties that their full cooperation will be required in gathering additional information and assisting the investigator. 6. If the complaint does not warrant investigation, the notification to the complainant shall specifically state the reason for the decision. C. Complaint Log 1. When a complaint is received, the complaint will be entered into the Discrimination Complaints Log with other pertinent information and assigned a Case Number. (Note: All complaints must be logged). 2. The complaints log will be submitted to the NCDOT's Civil Rights office during Title VI compliance reviews. (Note: NCDOT may also be request the complaints log during pre-grant approval processes). 3. The Log Year(s) since the last submittal will be entered (e.g., 2015-2018, 2017-2018, FFY 2018, or 2018) and the complaints log will be signed before submitting the log to NCDOT. 4. When reporting no complaints, check the No Complaints or Lawsuits box and sign the log. Orange County Transportation Service Discrimination Complaint Form Any person who believes that he/she has been subjected to discrimination based upon race, color, creed, sex,age, national origin, or disability may file a written complaint with Orange County Transportation Service,within 180 days after the discrimination occurred. Last Name: First Name: Male Female Mailing Address: City State ip Home Telephone: ork Telephone: E-mail Address Identify the Category of Discrimination: RACE COLOR NATIONAL ORIGIN SEX CREED(RELIGION) DISABILITY LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY AGE 'NOTE:Title VI bases are race,color,national origin.All other bases are found in the"Nondiscrimination Assurance"of the FTA Certifications&Assurances. Identify the Race of the Complainant Black White Hispanic Asian American American Indian Alaskan Native Pacific Islander Other Date and place of alleged discriminatory action(s).Please include earliest date of discrimination and most recent date of discrimination. Names of individuals responsible for the discriminatory action(s): How were you discriminated against?Describe the nature of the action,decision, or conditions of the alleged discrimination. Explain as clearly as possible what happened and why you believe your protected status (basis)was a factor in the discrimination. Include how other persons were treated differently from you.(Attach additional page(s),if necessary). The law prohibits intimidation or retaliation against anyone because he/she has either taken action, or participated in action, to secure rights protected by these laws. If you feel that you have been retaliated against, separate from the discrimination alleged above, please explain the circumstances below. Explain what action you took which you believe was the cause for the alleged retaliation. Names of persons(witnesses,fellow employees,supervisors,or others)whom we may contact for additional information to support or clarify you complaint: (Attached additional page(s), if necessary). Name Address Telephone 1. 2. 3. Have you filed, or intend to file,a complaint regarding the matter raised with any of the following?If yes, please provide the filing dates.Check all that apply. NC Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration US Department of Transportation US Department o Justice Federal or State Court Other Have you discussed the complaint with any Orange County Transportation Service representative?If yes, provide the name, position,and date o discussion. Please provide any additional information that you believe would assist with an investigation. Briefly explain what remedy,or action,are you seeking for the alleged discrimination. **WE CANNOT ACCEPT AN UNSIGNED COMPLAINT. PLEASE SIGN AND DATE THE COMPLAINT FORM BELOW. COMPLAINANT'S SIGNATURE DATE MAIL COMPLAINT FORM TO: Orange County Transportation Service 600 NC Highway 86 North Hillsborough, NC 27278 OCTransportationServices@orangecountync.gov 919-245-2008 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Date Complaint Received:_Processed by:_Case#:_ Referred to: NCDOT FTA Date Referred: ❑ ❑ Discrimination Complaints Log Log Year(s): CASE NO. COMPLAINANT RACE/ RESPONDENT BASIS DATE FILED DATE ACTION TAKEN DATE DISPOSITION NAME GENDER NAME RECEIVED INVESTIG. COMPLETED No Complaints or Lawsuits I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the above described complaints or lawsuits alleging discrimination, or no complaints or lawsuits alleging discrimination, have been filed with or against Orange County Transportation Service since the previous Title VI Program submission to NCDOT. Signature of Title VI Coordinator or Other Authorized Official Date Print Name and Title of Authorized Official 19 Investigative Guidance 1. Scope of Investigation — An investigation should be confined to the issues and facts relevant to the allegations in the complaint, unless evidence shows the need to extend the issues. 2. Developing an Investigative Plan — It is recommended that the investigator prepares an Investigative Plan (IP) to define the issues and lay out the blueprint to complete the investigation. The IP should follow the outline below: A. Complainant(s) Name and Address (Attorney name and address if applicable) B. Respondent(s) Name and Address (Attorney for the Respondent(s) name and address) C. Applicable Law(s) D. Basis/(es) E. Allegation(s)/Issue(s) F. Background G. Name of Persons to be interviewed o Questions for the complainant(s) o Questions for the respondent(s) o Questions for witness(es) H. Evidence to be obtained during the investigation o Issue — e.g., Complainant alleges his predominantly African American community was excluded from a meeting concerning a future project which could affect the community. ■ Documents needed: e.g., mailing list which shows all physical addresses, P.O. Box numbers, property owner names, and dates when the meeting notification was mailed; other methods used by the RPO to advertise the meeting. 3. Request for Information — The investigator should gather data and information pertinent to the issues raised in the complaint. 4. Interviews — Interviews should be conducted with the complainant, respondent, and appropriate witnesses during the investigative process. Interviews are conducted to gain a better understanding of the situation outlined in the complaint of discrimination. The main objective during the interview is to obtain information that will either support or refute the allegations. 5. Developing an Investigative Report—The investigator should prepare an investigative report setting forth all relevant facts obtained during the investigation. The report should include a finding for each issue. A sample investigative report is provided below. 20 Investigative Report I. Complainant(s) Name (or attorney for the complainant(s) — name and address if applicable Name, Address, Phone: 999-999-9999 II. Respondent(s) (or attorney for the respondent(s) — name and address if applicable) Name, Address, Phone: 999-999-9999 III. Applicable Law/Regulation [Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(42 U.S.C.2000d);49 CFR§21.11;49 CFR§26.53)] IV. Complaint Basis/(Es) [Race,Color,National Origin,Creed(Religion), Sex,Age, Disability)] V. Issues/Allegations Describe in logical sequence, each allegation including the prohibited basis for the alleged discriminatory conduct, (e.g., race, color, creed, sex, national origin, age, or disability) and the specific statutory or regulatory provision the allegation would violate,if proven to be true. Issue#1 —Complainant alleges that transit system failed to inform minority communities of rate increases. Issue #2 — Complainant alleges that transit system has not sufficiently publicized or held public meetings to share information regarding fare increases and route changes that impacts low-income and minority citizens. VI. Background [Provide detailed information regarding the complaint, including a historical overview of the case, inc a ing any activities or actions taken prior to accepting the complaint for investigation.] VI I. Investigative Procedure [Describe in detail, methods used to conduct the investigation, such as document requests, interviews and site visits. Include witnesses' names and addresses,documents received and/or reviewed,emails sent and received.] VIII. Issues/ Findings of Fact [Provide a detailed description of the investigator's analysis of each allegation, based on clear and factual findings. Include specific evidence used to support your findings.] IX. Conclusion [State whether discrimination did or did not occur. Conclusions must be evidence-based and defensible. Test conclusions by considering all possible rebuttal arguments from the respondent and complainant. Both respondent and the complainant should be given an opportunity to confirm or rebut the assertions of the other party and your findings, but all the evidence you've presented should speak for itself.] X. Recommended Actions [Outline what should be done to remedy the findings or,if necessary,provide justice for the complainant.] Appendix [Include in the Appendix any supplemental materials that support your findings and conclusion.] 21 VIII. SERVICE AREA POPULATION CHARACTERISTICS To ensure that Title VI reporting requirements are met, Orange County Transportation Service will collect and maintain population data on potential and actual beneficiaries of our programs and services. This section is intended as a compilation of relevant population characteristics from our overall service area. This data will provide context to the Title VI Nondiscrimination Program and be used to ensure nondiscrimination and improve public outreach initiatives and delivery of ongoing programs. A. Race and Ethnicity The following table was completed using data from Census Table QT-P3, Race and Hispanic or Latino Origin: 2020: Race and Ethnicity Number Percent Total Population White Black or African American American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander Some other Race Two or More Races HISPANIC OR LATINO(of any race) Mexican Puerto Rican Cuban Other Hispanic or Latino Age &Sex The following table was completed using data from Census Table QT-P1,Age Groups and Sex: 2020: Number Percent Age Both sexes Male Female Both sexes Male Female Total Population Under 5 years Under 18 years 18 to 64 years 65 years and over Median Age Disability The following table was completed using data from Census Table S1810, Disability Characteristics: 22 Total With a Disability Percent with a Disability Margin of Margin of Margin of Subject Estimate Error+/- Estimate Error+/- Estimate Error+/- otal civilian noninstitutionalized population Population under 5 years Population 5 to 17 years Population 18 to 64 years Population 65 years and over SEX Male Female RACE AND HISPANIC OR LATINO ORIGIN White Black or African American American Indian and Alaska Native Asian Native American and Other Pacific Islander Some other Race Two or more races Hispanic or Latino D. Poverty The following table was completed using data from Census Table S1701, Poverty Status in the Past 12 Months: Total Below poverty level Percent below poverty level Subject Margin of Margin of Margin of Estimate Error+/- Estimate Error+/- Estimate Error+/- Population for whom poverty status is determined AGE Under 18 18to64 65 years and over SEX Male Female RACE AND HISPANIC OR LATINO ORIGIN White Black or African American American Indian and Alaska Native Asian Native American and Other Pacific Islander Some other Race Two or more races 23 Hispanic or Latino RACE AND HISPANIC OR LATINO ORIGIN All individuals below: 50 percent of poverty level 125 percent of poverty level 150 percent of poverty level 185 percent of poverty level 200 percent of poverty level E. Household Income Households Subject Estimate Margin of Error +/- otal Less than$10,000 $10,000 to$14,999 $15,000 to$24,999 $25,000 to$34,999 $35,000 to$49,999 $50,000 to$74,999 $75,000 to$99,999 $100,000 to$149,999 $150,000 to$199,999 $200,000 or more Median income(dollars) Mean income(dollars) F. Limited English Proficiency Populations Speak English Less Than Percentage of Population "Very Well" Estimate Margin of Error Total Population Spanish or Spanish Creole Chinese Korean Other Asian Languages Please see Appendix D for a complete list of LEP Population Statistics in Orange County. 24 Population Location Federal-aid recipients are required to identify the characteristics and locations of populations they serve, particularly by race/ethnicity, poverty and limited English proficiency. We will document this narratively or through maps that overlay boundaries and demographic features on specific communities, and provide this information to NCDOT, upon request. IX. TITLE VI EQUITY ANALYSES (AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ASSESSMENTS) A. Title VI Equity Analyses. In accordance with FTA Circular 4702.113, a Title VI equity analysis will be conducted whenever we construct a facility, such as a vehicle storage facility, maintenance facility, or operation center. The equity analysis will be conducted during the planning stage, with regard to the location of the facility, to determine if the project could result in a disparate impact to minority communities based on race, color or national origin. Accordingly, we will look at various alternatives before selecting a site for the facility. Project-specific demographic data on potentially affected communities and their involvement in decision-making activities will be documented. Title VI Equity Analyses will remain on file indefinitely, and copies will be provided to NCDOT, upon request, during compliance reviews or complaint investigations. B. Environmental Justice Analyses. As required by FTA C 4703.1, environmental justice (EJ) analyses will be conducted to determine if our programs, policies, or activities will result in disproportionately high and adverse human health and environmental effects on minority populations and low-income populations. EJ applies to our projects, such as when we construct or modify a facility, and our policies, such as when there will be a change in service, amenities or fares. Thus, we will look at various alternatives and seek input from potentially affected communities before making a final decision. Demographic data will be collected to document their involvement in the decision-making process. EJ analyses will remain on file indefinitely, and copies will be provided to NCDOT, upon request, during compliance reviews or complaint investigations. [EJ ANALYSIS] 25 X. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT Introduction Effective public involvement is a key element in addressing Title VI in decision-making. This Public Participation Plan describes how Orange County Transportation Service will disseminate vital agency information and engage the public. We will seek out and consider the input and needs of interested parties and groups traditionally underserved by transportation systems who may face challenges accessing our services, such as minority and limited English proficient (LEP) persons. Underlying these efforts is our commitment to determining the most effective outreach methods for a given project or population. General public involvement practices will include: • Expanding traditional outreach methods. Think outside the box: Go to hair salons, barbershops, street fairs, etc. • Providing for early,frequent and continuous engagement by the public. • Use of social media and other resources as a way to gain public involvement. • Coordinating with community- and faith-based organizations such as the Hispanic Liaison, educational institutions, and other entities to implement public engagement strategies that reach out specifically to members of affected minority and/or LEP communities. • Providing opportunities for public participation through means other than written communication, such as personal interviews or use of audio or video recording devices to capture oral comments. • Considering radio, television, or newspaper ads on stations and in publications that serve LEP populations. Outreach to LEP persons could also include audio programming available on podcasts. Public Notification Passengers and other interested persons will be informed of their rights under Title VI and related authorities with regard to our program. The primary means of achieving this will be posting and disseminating the policy statement and notice as stipulated in this document, respectively. Additional measures may include verbally announcing our obligations and the public's rights at meetings, placing flyers at places frequented by targeted populations, and an equal opportunity tag-on at the end of radio announcements. The method of notification will be determined through an initial screening of the area. C. Dissemination of Information Information on Title VI and other programs will be crafted and disseminated to employees, contractors and subrecipients, stakeholders, and the general public. Public dissemination efforts may vary depending on factors present, but will generally include: posting public statements setting forth our nondiscrimination policy in eye-catching designs and locations; placing brochures in public places, such as government offices, transit facilities, and libraries; having nondiscrimination language within contracts; including nondiscrimination notices in meeting announcements and handouts; and displaying our Notice of Nondiscrimination at all our public meetings. At a minimum, nondiscrimination information will be disseminated on our website and on posters in conspicuous areas at our office(s). Project-related information and our most current Title VI-related information will be maintained online. 26 D. Meetings and Outreach There is no one-size-fits-all approach to public involvement. A variety of comprehensive and targeted public participation methods will be used to facilitate meaningful public involvement. Methods for engaging stakeholders and target audiences, including traditionally underserved and excluded populations (i.e., minorities, youth, low-income, the disabled, etc.) will include the following: Public Relations and Outreach Public relations and outreach (PRO) strategies aim to conduct well-planned, inclusive and meaningful public participation events that foster good relations and mutual trust through shared decision-making with the communities we serve. • We will seek out and facilitate the involvement of those potentially affected. • Public events will aim to be collaborative, fun, and educational for all, rather than confrontational and prescriptive. • Media plans will typically involve multiple channels of communication like mailings, radio, TV, and newspaper ads. • Abstract objectives will be avoided in meeting announcements. Specific "attention-grabbing" reasons to attend will be used, such as "Help us figure out how to relieve congestion on [corridor name]" or "How much should it cost to ride the bus? Let us know on [date]." • Efforts will be made to show how the input of participants can, or did, influence final decisions. • We will do our best to form decision-making committees that look like and relate to the populations we serve. • We will seek out and identify community contacts and partner with local community- and faith-based organizations that can represent, and help us disseminate information to, target constituencies. • Demographic data will be requested during public meetings, surveys, and from community contacts and committee members. Public Meetings "Public meeting" refers to any meeting open to the public, such as hearings, charrettes, open house and board meetings. • Public meetings will be conducted at times, locations, and facilities that are convenient and accessible. • Meeting materials will be available in a variety of predetermined formats to serve diverse audiences. • An assortment of advertising means may be employed to inform the community of public meetings. • Assistance to persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency will be provided, as required. Small Group Meetings A small group meeting is a targeted measure where a meeting is held with a specific group, usually at their request or consent. These are often closed meetings, as they will typically occur on private property at the owner's request. • If it is determined that a targeted group has not been afforded adequate opportunities to participate, the group will be contacted to inquire about possible participation methods, including a group meeting with them individually. • Unless unusual circumstances or safety concerns exist, hold the meeting at a location of the target group's choosing. • Share facilitation duties or relinquish them to members of the target group. 27 • Small group discussion formats may be integrated into larger group public meetings and workshops. When this occurs, the smaller groups will be as diverse as the participants in the room. Community Surveying • Opinion surveys will occasionally be used to obtain input from targeted groups or the general public on their transportation needs, the quality or costs of our services, and feedback on our public outreach efforts. • Surveys may be conducted via telephone, door-to-door canvassing, at community fairs, by placing drop boxes in ideal locations, or with assistance from other local agencies like social services. • Surveys will be translated into languages other than English,when appropriate. Limited English Proficiency Limited English Proficient (LEP) persons are individuals for whom English is not their primary language and who have a limited ability to read, write, speak, or understand English. These individuals reported to the U.S. Census Bureau that they speak English less than very well. To comply with USDOT's LEP Policy Guidance and Executive Order 13166, this section of our Title VI Plan outlines the steps we will take to ensure meaningful access by LEP persons to all benefits, services and information provided under our programs and activities. A four-factor analysis was conducted to determine the LEP language groups present in our planning area and the specific language services that are needed. This Four Factor Analysis is an individualized assessment that balances the following four factors: 1. The number or proportion of LEP persons eligible to be served or likely to be encountered by a program, activity, or service of the recipient or grantee; 2. The frequency with which LEP individuals come in contact with the program; 3. The nature and importance of the program, activity, or service provided by the recipient to people's lives; and 4. The resources available to the recipient and costs. Factor#1: The number or proportion of LEP persons eligible to be served or likely to be encountered by the program, activity, or service of the recipient. LANGUAGE SPOKEN AT HOME Estimate Margin of Error Percent of Population Margin of Error Total (population 5 years and over): +/_ 100% N Speak only English +/_ % +/-% Spanish or Spanish Creole: +/- % +/-% Speak English"very well" +/- % +/-% Speak English less than "very well" +/- % +/-% Spanish or Spanish Creole: +/- % +/-% Speak English"very well" +/- % +/-% Speak English less than "very well" +/- % +/-% Spanish or Spanish Creole: +/- % +/-% Speak English"very well" +/- % +/-% Speak English less than "very well" +/- % +/-% 28 This Title VI update requires that Orange County Transportation Service recognize the sub-populations of languages that have either more than 5 % or 1,000 people that speak English less than "very well" including numbers in the Margin of Error. In the Orange County Transportation Service service area, the largest language subpopulation within the LEP population was that of Spanish speakers who speak English less than "very well." Referencing estimates from the 2015 5-year American Community Survey (ACS), our area has a total of 129,155 people. There are 9,932 Spanish speakers, of whom 4,788 speak English less than "very well", or just over 3% of the total population. Factor#2: The frequency with which LEP individuals come in contact with the program. Orange County Transportation Service assesses the frequency at which staff has or could possibly have contact with LEP persons. This includes documenting phone inquiries and surveying public meeting attendees. No previous LEP requests have been received thus far. Documentation of LEP requests will be done annually upon implementation of the LEP plan. Orange County Transportation Service transit operators also provide outreach to the Spanish population. Orange County Transportation Service provides Spanish translation for public meetings and outreach materials. Arrangements are made to provide translation when requested. Factor #3: The nature and importance of the program, activity, or service provided by the recipient to people's lives. Orange County is a growing region within the Triangle. OCPT recognizes that public outreach to all groups within the community is important and will continue to reach out to persons with limited English proficiencies. OCPT critical service to LEP is scheduling transit services from the general public and the agency contracts through Department of Social Services and other human service agencies within Orange County. Mobility for all Orange County residents is the driving force behind OCPT. This mobility allows access to medical services, employment, education, human service agencies, recreational activities, etc. thereby improving the quality of life for Orange County residents. Other forms of transportation are available in Orange County. Taxi services local to the area are available but and do not have ADA accessible vehicles. Most often these services are also cost prohibitive to those seeking affordable transportation. Chapel Hill Transit provides a fixed route service in the City limits of Chapel Hill but that service is only available to those who live in that specific service area. Factor#4:The resources available to the recipient and costs. Orange County Transportation Service (OCPT) will provide translation of materials for all information regarding our services through third party translators at a cost of $12 center per word or $40.00 an hour for in-person translation. OCPT will also work with community based organization such as the Family Success Alliance that helps at risk families and families that speak limited English. Additionally, we will work with Orange County's Human Rights and Relations department to decimate information to the limited English speaking populations within Orange County 29 Language Access Plan As a result of the above four factor analysis, a Language Assistance Plan (Plan) was required. This Plan represents our commitment to ensuring nondiscrimination and meaningful access by persons who are Limited English Proficient (LEP). This Plan also details the mechanisms we will use to reach LEP persons and the language assistance services we provide. We will provide services to any person, upon request. If an individual is LEP, we will work with the individual to ensure they receive the needed transportation service. Our employees will be routinely oriented on the principles and practices of Title VI and LEP to ensure fairness in the administration of this Plan, see Appendix for more details. The following general language assistance measures are reasonable and achievable for our organization at this time: • Translating public notices posted in the local paper and at stations, stops, and in vehicles into any languages that meet the safe harbor threshold in Factor 1. • Vital documents—such as brochures with service times and routes—are translated into Name languages across the entire service area, and available in our facilities, doctor's offices and shopping centers. • Making a concerted effort to inform LEP persons of available language assistance via staff, broadcast media, relationship-building with organizations, and our website. • Posting vital bulletin board information and disseminating community surveys in various languages. • Providing translation and interpretive services when appropriate (upon request or predetermined) at meetings. • Determining how best to take public involvement to LEP groups directly, including through small group meetings. • Language line translation services at our call center. • Where possible, utilizing or hiring staff who speak a language other than English and can provide competent language assistance. o Note: We will not ask community-based organizations (CBO) to provide, or serve as, interpreters at our meetings. Relying upon CBOs in that capacity could raise ethical concerns. If a CBO decides (on its own) to translate any materials for its constituents, or bring interpreters it trusts to our meetings, we will not object. That is their right. • Using language identification flashcards to determine appropriate services. • Establishing a process to obtain feedback on our language assistance measures. • Spanish: Orange County Transportation Service will utilize paid interpreter, qualified bilingual employees, and qualified employees of other agencies • Chinese: Orange County Transportation Service will utilize paid interpreter, qualified bilingual employees, and qualified employees of other agencies • Korean: • Orange County Transportation Service will utilize paid interpreter, qualified bilingual employees, and qualified employees of other agencies L. written rransiation ana Ural Interpretation Vital documents will be translated for each eligible LEP language group in our service area that constitutes 5% or 1,000, whichever is less, of the population of persons eligible to be served or likely to be encountered. Translated materials will be placed online and in appropriate public (or private) places accessible to LEP persons. The safe harbor provisions apply to the translation of written documents only, and do not affect the requirement to provide meaningful access to LEP individuals through competent oral interpreters where oral language services are needed and are reasonable. When appropriate, translation of any document will be communicated orally in the appropriate language. In the event that the 5% trigger is reached for a LEP language group that is fewer than 50 persons, written notice will be provided in the primary language of that group of the right to receive competent oral interpretation of vital written materials, free of cost. The most effective method of notice, which could be an ad in the local newspaper or other publication, a radio commercial, or door hangers, will be determined in consideration of the circumstances on the ground and in coordination with LEP community contacts. • Agency staff (including call center staff) will be provided a list of referral resources that can assist LEP persons with written translation and oral interpretation, including the Title VI Officer and any outside consultant contracted to provide language services. This list will be updated as needed to remain current. • All main offices and vehicles will have on hand a supply of language assistance flashcards and materials translated into the languages of the largest LEP language groups. When encountered by an LEP person, staff (including drivers) should present the individual with an iSpeak flashcard and let them choose the language. Do not assume you know their preferred language. Drivers are permitted to seek volunteer assistance from other passengers before contacting a referral resource. Document the encounter and report it to the Title VI Coordinator. • Training: All employees will be instructed on our procedures for providing timely and reasonable assistance to LEP persons. New employee orientation will also explain these procedures to new hires. Staff routinely encountering LEP persons by telephone or in person will receive annual refresher training. All other employees will be reminded of LEP through annual Title VI program acknowledgements (Section 5.0) and basic Title VI trainings (Section 11.0). A project-specific four factor analysis will be conducted for any project or outreach event limited to a specific geographical area (i.e., the project study area or outreach area, respectively). Language assistance will be provided in accordance with the measures already outlined, including translating written materials for each LEP language group that is 5% or 1,000, whichever is less, of the project or outreach area population. monitoring anci Updating the LAB' Monitoring of daily interactions with LEP persons will be continuous, thus language assistance techniques may be refined at any time. This Plan will be periodically reviewed—at least annually—to determine if our assistance measures and staff training are working. Resource availability and feedback from agency staff and the general public will be factors in the evaluation and any proposed updates. Among other practices, this process will include working with LEP community contacts to determine if our employees are responding appropriately to requests made with limited English or in languages other than English, and observing how agency staff responds to requests, including observing drivers or surveying riders. To the best of our ability, we will attempt to never eliminate a successful existing LEP service. Significant LEP program revisions will be approved or adopted by our board or designated official and dated accordingly. LEP data and procedures will be reviewed and updated at least once every three years. Demographic Request The following form was used to collect required data on Key Community Contacts and nonelected committee members. Orange County Transportation Service is required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related authorities to record demographic information on members of its boards and committees. Please provide the following information: Race/Ethnicity: National Origin:(if born outside the U.S.) ❑White ❑Mexican ❑Black/African American ❑Central American: ❑Asian ❑ South American: ❑American Indian/Alaskan Native ❑Puerto Rican ❑Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander ❑Chinese ❑Hispanic/Latino ❑Vietnamese ❑Other(please specify): ❑Korean ❑Other(please specify): Gender: Age. ❑Male ❑Female ❑Less than 18 ❑45-64 El18-29 ❑65 and older Disability: El Yes El No ❑30-44 I choose not to provide any of the information requested above: ❑ Completed forms will remain on file as part of the public record. For more information regarding Title VI or this request, please contact the Orange County Transportation Services at 600 NC 86, Hillsborough, NC 27278 or (919)245-2002, email ntrivedi@orangecountync.gov: Please sign below acknowledging that you have completed this form. Thank you for your participation! Name (print): Signature: Implementation • Forms will be completed prior to NCDOT Title VI reviews and remain on file for three years. • All new and existing members of appointed decision-making boards or committees will be required to complete this form for reporting purposes. • If a member,for whatever reason,selects "1 choose not to provide any of the information requested above,"this will be accepted as a completed form. • If a member chooses not to provide any of the information on the form,the Title VI Coordinator will be permitted to indicate that member's race and gender, based on the Coordinator's best guess. • Data from these forms will be used to complete the Demographic Request Table. • Once a new member submits this form, the Demographic Request Table for the associated committee will be updated. H. Key Community Contacts Contact Name Community Name Interest or Affiliation Also a Committee Member?(Y/N) Shannan Barnes Orange County Family Success Alliance N Marlyn Valeiko Orange County LEP Specialist/Outreach N Contact information for key community contacts is not public information and is maintained outside of this document. Any staff member who wishes to contact any individual listed above must request that information from the Title VI Coordinator. I. Summary of Outreach Efforts Made Since the Last Title VI Program submission The following format is used to document outreach efforts in reports to NCDOT. All meetings and disseminations of information capture information for the table below: Meeting Date Meeting Time Meeting Purpose Target Information Disseminated Audience 9/19/2020 11am Transit Services in General Public Brochures,Bus Rider 101, Bike on Bus Information Orange County 9/20/2020 11am Transit Services in General Public Brochures,Bus Rider 101, Bike on Bus Information Orange County XI. STAFF TRAINING All employees will receive basic Title VI training at least once every three years. New hires will receive this training within 15 days of their start date. Basic training will cover all sections of this Plan and our overall Title VI obligations. Staff may receive specialized training on how Title VI applies to their specific work areas. Those who routinely encounter the public, such as office personnel, call center staff, and vehicle drivers, will receive annual refresher training. Trainings will be provided or organized by the Title VI Coordinator and will often coincide with updates to our nondiscrimination policies and procedures. Records of staff trainings, such as agendas, sign-in sheets, copies of calendars, and certificates, will remain on file for at least three years (and in personnel files). XII. NONELECTED BOARDS AND COMMITTEES — BY RACE AND GENDER The table below depicts race and gender compositions for each of our nonelected (appointed) decision- making bodies. Member names and full demographics for each committee are available, upon request. Male% Female Caucasian% African Asian Native Other% Hispanic Body % American% American% American Service Area Population Orange Unified Transportation Board Strategies for Representative Committees Diversification goals will be provided to our nonelected boards and committees to help ensure that their membership mirrors our service area demographics, as adequately as possible. We will provide periodic updates on our outreach efforts at meetings. When there is an opening on a board or committee, we will ensure the following: • Current members will be made aware of diversity goals and polled for nominees. • Officials from local minority groups will be made aware of the diversity goals and polled for nominees. • Key Contacts from LEP groups will be contacted and polled for nominees. • A recruitment notice for a Board Member opening will be posted on our website. • An advertisement of recruitment notice for a Board Member will be placed with the local newspaper and other publications popular with minorities and other protected groups. XIII. RECORD-KEEPING AND REPORTS As a subrecipient of FTA funds through NCDOT, we are required to submit a Title VI Program update to NCDOT every three years, on a schedule determined by NCDOT. Records will be kept to document compliance with the requirements of the Title VI Program. Unless otherwise specified, Title VI-related records shall be retained indefinitely. These records will made available for inspection by authorized officials of the NCDOT and/or FTA. Reports on Title VI-related activities and progress to address findings identified during Title VI compliance reviews may also be provided, upon request. It will occasionally be necessary to update this Title VI Plan or any of its components (e.g., complaints, Public Involvement, and LEP). Updates will be submitted to NCDOT for review and approval and adopted by our Board when required. In addition to items documented throughout this Plan, records and reports due at the time of compliance reviews or investigations may include: Compliance Reviews • Title VI Program Plan • List of civil rights trainings provided or received • Summaries from any internal reviews conducted • Ads and notices for specific meetings • Findings from reviews by any other external agencies • Title VI equity analyses and EJ assessments • Discrimination Complaints Log Complaint Investigations • Investigative Reports • Discrimination complaint, as filed • List of interviewees (names and affiliations) • Supporting Documentation (e.g., requested items, photos taken, dates and methods of contact, etc.) XIV. Transit Provider WORK WITH NCDOT IMD for Fixed Route portion of OCTS Title VI A. Service Standards 1. Vehicle Load 2. Vehicle Headway 3. On-Time Performance 4. Service Availability B. Service Policies 1. Transit Amenities for each mode 2. Vehicle Assignments for each mode XV. Appendix A-Applicable Nondiscrimination Authorities During the implementation of this Title VI Program, the organization, for itself, its assignees and successors in interest, is reminded that it has agreed to comply with the following non-discrimination statutes and authorities, including but not limited to: • Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin); and 49 CFR Part 21. • The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 U.S.C. § 4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property has been acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects); • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. § 794 et seq.), as amended, (prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability); and 49 CFR Part 27; • The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. § 6101 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of age); • The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (PL 100-209), (Broadened the scope, coverage and applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of the terms "programs or activities" to include all of the programs or activities of the Federal-aid recipients, sub-recipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities are Federally funded or not); • Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing entities (42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12189) as implemented by Department of Transportation regulations at 49 C.P.R. parts 37 and 38; • Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits you from discriminating because of sex in education programs or activities (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq). • Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq., Pub. L. 88-352), (prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed (religion), sex, or national origin); • 49 CFR Part 26, regulation to ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts in the Department's highway, transit, and airport financial assistance programs; • Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low- Income Populations, which ensures discrimination against minority populations by discouraging programs, policies, and activities with disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects on minority and low-income populations; • Executive Order 13166, Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency, and resulting agency guidance, national origin discrimination includes discrimination because of limited English proficiency (LEP). To ensure compliance with Title VI, you must take reasonable steps to ensure that LEP persons have meaningful access to your programs (70 Fed. Reg. at 74087 to 74100); • Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. § 324 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex); • Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, (49 USC § 4 71, Section 4 7123), as amended, (prohibits discrimination based on race, creed (religion), color, national origin, or sex); • The Federal Aviation Administration's Non-discrimination statute (49 U.S.C. § 47123) (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, and sex); • Federal transit laws, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332 (prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity), disability, age, employment, or business opportunity). XVI. Appendix B Organizational Chart XVII. Appendix C-NCDOT's Compliance Review Checklist for Transit I. Program Administration(General Requirements) Requirement.FTA C 4702.1 B—Title VI Requirements and Guidelines for FTA Recipients,Chapter III—General Requirements and Guidelines. Note: Every NCDOT subrecipient receiving any of the FTA Formula Grants listed above must complete this section. Requested Items (Please attach electronic documents(.pdf,.doc,etc.)or provide links to online versions) Completed 1. A copy of the recipient's signed NCDOT's Title VI Nondiscrimination Agreement ❑ 2. Title VI Policy Statement(signed) ❑ 3. Title VI Notice to the Public,including a list of locations where the notice is posted ❑ 4. Type the name and title of your Title VI Coordinator and attach a list of their Title VI duties ❑ Name/Title: 5. Title VI Complaint Procedures(i.e.,instructions to the public regarding how to file a Title VI ❑ discrimination complaint) 6. Title VI Complaint Form ❑ 7. List of transit-related Title VI investigations,complaints, and lawsuits(i.e., discrimination ❑ complaints log) 8. Public Participation Plan, including information about outreach methods to engage traditionally underserved constituencies(e.g.,minorities, limited English proficient populations(LEP),low- ❑ income, disabled), as well as a summary of outreach efforts made since the last Title VI Program submission 9. Language Assistance Plan for providing language assistance to persons with limited English proficiency(LEP),based on the DOT LEP Guidance,which requires conducting four-factor ❑ analyses 10. A table depicting the membership of non-elected committees and councils,the membership of which is selected by the recipient,broken down by race,and a description of the process the ❑ agency uses to encourage the participation of minorities on such committees 11. A copy of board meeting minutes,resolution,or other appropriate documentation showing the board of directors or appropriate governing entity or official(s)responsible for policy decisions ❑ reviewed and approved the Title VI Program 12. A description of the procedures the agency uses to ensure nondiscriminatory administration of ❑ programs and services 13. If you pass through FTA funds to other organizations, include a description of how you monitor your subrecipients for compliance with Title VI,and a schedule for your subrecipients' El VI Program submissions. ➢ No Subrecipients ❑ 14. A Title VI equity analysis if you have constructed or conducted planning for a facility, such as a vehicle storage facility,maintenance facility, operation center, etc. ❑ ➢ No Facilities Planned or Constructed❑ 15. Copies of environmental justice assessments conducted for any construction projects during the past three years and, if needed based on the results, a description of the program or other measures used or planned to mitigate any identified adverse impact on the minority or low- ❑ income communities ➢ No Construction Projects❑ 16. If the recipient has undergone a Title VI Compliance Review in the last 3 years,please indicate ❑ the year of the last review and who conducted it. Year/Agency: IL Transit Providers Requirement:FTA C 4702.1 B, Chapter IV—Requirements and Guidelines for Fixed Route Transit Providers. Note: All NCDOT subrecipients that provide fixed route public transportation services (e.g., local, express or commuter bus; bus rapid transit;commuter rail; passenger ferry)must complete this section. ➢ Not Applicable ❑ (Check this box if you do not provide fixed route services, and skip questions 17 and 18.This section does not apply to you if you only provide demand response services.) Requested Items (Please attach electronic documents(.pdf,.doe,etc.)or provide links to online versions) Completed 17. Service standards(quantitative measures)developed for each specific fixed route mode that the recipient provides (standards may vary by mode)must be submitted for each of the following indicators: • Vehicle load for each mode (Can be expressed as the ratio of passengers to the total number of seats on a vehicle.For example,on a 40-seat bus,a vehicle load of 1.3 means all seats are filled and there are approximately 12 ❑ standees.) • Vehicle headway for each mode (Measured in minutes(e.g.,every 15 minutes),headway refers to the amount of time between two vehicles traveling in the same direction on a given line or combination of lines.A shorter ❑ headway corresponds to more frequent service.Service frequency is measured in vehicles per hour(e.g.,4 buses per hour).) • On time performance for each mode (Expressed as a percentage,this is a measure of runs completed as scheduled. The recipient must define what is considered to be`on time."Performance can be measured against route ❑ origins and destinations only,or against origins and destinations as well as specified time points along a route.) • Service availability for each mode (Refers to a general measure of the distribution of routes within a transit provider's service area,such as setting the maximum distance between bus stops or train stations,or requiring that a ❑ percentage of all residents in the service area be within a one-quarter mile walk of bus service.) 18. Service policies(system-wide policies) adopted to ensure that service design and operations practices do not result in discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin,must be submitted for each of the following: • Transit amenities for each mode (e.g.,benches,shelters/canopies,printed materials,escalators/elevators, and waste receptacles.NOTE.Attach this information only if you have decision-making authority over siting transit ❑ amenities or you set policies to determine the siting of amenities.) • Vehicle assignment for each mode (Refers to the process by which transit vehicles are placed into service throughout a system.Policies for vehicle assignment may be based on the type or age of the vehicle, where age ❑ would be a proxy for condition,or on the type of service offered.) XVIII.Appendix D - Language Access Plan Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Policy on the Prohibition Against National Origin Discrimination as it Affects Persons with Limited English Proficiency Authority: Section 601 of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000d et. seq. states: "No person in the United States shall on the ground of race, color or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." Regulations implementing Title VI, provide in part at 45 C.F.R. Section 80.3 (b): "(1) A recipient under any program to which this part applies may not, directly or through contractual or other arrangements, on ground of race, or color, or national origin: Deny an individual any service,financial aid,or other benefit provided under the program: Provide any service,financial aid, or other benefit to an individual which is different, or is provided in a different manner, from that provided to others in the program; (2) A recipient, in determining the types of services, financial aid, or other benefits, or facilities which will be provided under any such program or the class of individuals to whom, or the situations in which such services, financial aid or other benefits, or facilities will be provided... may not directly, or through contractual or other arrangements, utilize criteria or methods of administration which have the effect of subjecting individuals to discrimination, because of their race, color or national origin, or have the effect of defeating or substantially impairing accomplishments of the objectives of the program with respect to individuals of a particular race, color, or national origin." Purpose The purpose of this Policy is to ensure compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable federal and state laws and their implementing regulations with respect to persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on the ground of race, color or national origin by any entity receiving federal financial assistance. Administrative methods or procedures, which have the effect of subjecting individuals to discrimination or defeating the objectives of these regulations, are prohibited. In order to avoid discrimination on the grounds of national origin, all programs or activities administered by the Orange County Transportation Service must take adequate steps to ensure that their policies and procedures do not deny or have the effect of denying LEP individuals with equal access to benefits and services for which such persons qualify. This Policy defines the responsibilities the agency has to ensure LEP individuals can communicate effectively. Scope of Policy These requirements will apply to the Orange County Transportation Service including subcontractors, vendors, and subrecipients. The agency will ensure that LEP individuals are provided meaningful access to benefits and services provided through contractors or service providers receiving subgrants from the agency. Definitions Limited English Proficient (LEP) individual — Any prospective, potential, or actual recipient of benefits or services from the agency who cannot speak, read, write or understand the English language at a level that permits them to interact effectively with health care providers and social service agencies. Vital Documents —These forms include, but are not limited to, applications, consent forms, letters containing important information regarding participation in a program; notices pertaining to the reduction, denial, or termination of services or benefits, the right to appeal such actions, or that require a response from beneficiary notices advising LEP persons of the availability of free language assistance, and other outreach materials. Title VI Compliance Officer: The person or persons responsible for compliance with the Title VI LEP policies. Substantial number of LEP: 5% or 1,000 people, whichever is smaller, are potential applicants or recipients of the agency and speak a primary language other than English and have limited English proficiency. Providing Notice to LEP Individuals The agency will take appropriate steps to inform all applicants, recipients, community organizations, and other interested persons, including those whose primary language is other than English, of the provisions of this policy. Such notification will also identify the name, office telephone number, and office address of the Title VI compliance officer(s). Nishith Trivedi, Transportation Director, OCTS Compliance Officer 600 NC Highway 86 North Hillsborough, NC 27278 919-245-2002 Note: the agency will notify the DHHS compliance attorney of changes in name or contact information for the Title VI compliance officer. Posted Signs: The agency will post and maintain signs in regularly encountered languages other than English in waiting rooms, reception areas and other initial points of contact. These signs will inform applicants and beneficiaries of their right to free language assistance services and invite them to identify themselves as persons needing such services. Signage will be posted at the Orange County Transportation Service's Entry way/ lobby and breakroom. • The agency will include statements of the right to free language assistance in Spanish and other significant languages in all outreach material that is routinely disseminated to the public (including electronic text). The agency will also disseminate information in the following manner: • Contacting translators for the all public outreach events and printing material. • Provision of Services to LEP Applicants/Recipients • Assessing Linguistic Needs of Potential Applicants and Recipients The agency will assess the language needs of the population to be served, by identifying: • Language needs of each LEP applicant/recipient • Points of contact where language assistance is needed; • Resources needed to provide effective language assistance, including location, availability and arrangements necessary for timely use. Determining the Language Needs of the Population to be Served by the agency is responsible for assessing the needs of the population to be served. Such assessment will include, but not be limited to the following: • The non-English languages that are likely to be encountered in its program will be identified. • An estimate of the number of people in the community for who English is not the primary language used for communication will be completed and updated annually. To identify the languages and number of LEP individuals local entities should review: o Census, school, and ridership data o Reports from federal, state, and local governments o Community agencies' information The points of contact in the program or activity where language assistance is likely to be needed will be identified. Determining the Language Needs of Each Applicant/Recipient The agency will determine the language needs of each applicant/recipient. Such assessment will include, but not be limited to the following: • At the first point of contact, each applicant/recipient will be assessed to determine the individual's primary language. Check all methods that will be used: • Multi-language identification cards, a poster-size language list, or the use of "I speak" peel-off language identification cards for indicating preferred languages • English proficiency assessment tools, provided they can be administered in a manner that is sensitive to and respectful of individual dignity and privacy • If the LEP person does not speak or read any of these languages, the agency will use a telephone interpreting service to identify the client's primary language • Staff will not solely rely on their own assessment of the applicant or recipient's English proficiency in determining the need for an interpreter. If an individual requests an interpreter, an interpreter will be provided free of charge. A declaration of the client will be used to establish the client's primary language. • When staff place or receive a telephone call and cannot determine what language the other person on the line is speaking, a telephone interpreting service will be utilized in making the determination. If any applicant/recipient is assessed as LEP, they will be informed of interpreter availability and their right to have a language interpreter at no cost to them with a notice in writing in the languages identified in Section C. Provisions of Written Translations. Provision of Bilingual/Interpretive Services The agency will ensure that effective bilingual/interpretive services are provided to serve the needs of the non- English speaking population. The provision of bilingual/interpretive services will be prompt without undue delays. In most circumstances, this requires language services to be available during all operating hours. This requirement will be met by: Orange County Transportation Service will utilize paid interpreter, qualified bilingual employees, and qualified employees of other agencies. The agency will provide language assistance at all level of interaction with LEP individuals, including telephone interactions. Describe how this requirement will be met: Orange County Transportation Service will utilize paid interpreters, qualified bilingual employees, and qualified employees of other agencies. (Note: The agency may use paid interpreters, qualified bilingual employees, qualified employees of other agencies or community resources. Telephone interpreter services should only be utilized as a back-up system or where other language assistance options are unavailable.) Interpreter Standards Those providing bilingual/interpretive services will meet the linguistic and cultural competency standards set forth below. The agency will ensure that interpreters and self- identified bilingual staff, have first been screened to ensure that the following standards are met before being used for interpreter services: • Can fluently and effectively communicate in both English and the primary language of the LEP individual • Can accurately and impartially interpret to and from such languages and English • Has basic knowledge of specialized terms and concepts used frequently by the agency's services • Demonstrates cultural competency • Understands the obligation to maintain confidently • Understands the roles of interpreters and the ethics associated with being an interpreter Describe how the agency ensures the competency of bilingual staff and interpreters: Orange County Transportation Service utilizes the services of the Orange County Human Rights and Relations. Additionally, the County contracts with translators for both in-person services and print materials. When staff members have reason to believe that an interpreter is not qualified or properly trained to serve as an interpreter, the staff member will request another interpreter. Using Family Members or Friends as Interpreters. Applicants/recipients may provide their own interpreter; however the agency will not require them to do so. The agency will first inform an LEP person, in the primary language of the LEP person, of the right to free interpreter services and the potential problems for ineffective communication. If the LEP person declines such services and requests the use of a family member or friend, the agency may utilize the family member or friend to interpret only if the use of such person would not compromise the effectiveness or services or violate the LEP person's confidentiality. The agency will monitor these interactions and again offer interpreter services, if it appears there are problems with this arrangement. The agency will indicate in the LEP individual's file that an offer of interpreter services was made and rejected; that the individual was informed of potential problems associated with using friends or family members and the name of the person serving as an interpreter at the LEP individual's request. Only under extenuating circumstances shall the agency allow a minor (under the age of 18 years) to temporarily act as an interpreter. The agency will keep a written record of when it has used a minor as an interpreter, and this information will be shared with the DHHS upon request. The agency will not require the applicant/recipient to pay for bilingual/interpretive services Use of Interpreters at Hearings An interpreter will be provided for all hearings if a party requests an interpreter or if the Hearing Officer determines that an interpreter is necessary. A separate oath or affirmation to translate accurately shall be administered to all interpreters. Provision of Written Translations The agency must provide written materials in languages other than English where a substantial number or percentage of the population eligible to be served or likely to be directly affected by the program needs services or information in a language otherthan English to communicate effectively. Translation of Vital Documents The agency will ensure that vital documents for locally designed programs are translated into Spanish. When state DHHS forms and other written material contain spaces in which the local entity is to insert information, this inserted information will also be in the individual's primary language. When such forms are completed by applicants/recipients in their primary language, the information must be accepted. If, as a result of the local language assessment, it appears there are a substantial number of potential applicants or recipients of the agency (defined as 5% or 1,000 people whichever is less) who are LEP and speak a language other than Spanish, the agency will translate and provide vital documents in the appropriate language. (We prefer counties do not translate DHHS forms. Please notify DHHS and DHHS will translate or verify county translation) The agency will keep a record of all vital documents translated and will submit this information to DHHS at their request. If the primary language of an LEP applicant or recipient is a language other than Spanish AND the language does not meet the threshold for translation as defined in the preceding paragraph, the LEP individual will be informed in their own language of the right to oral translation of written notices. The notification will include, in the primary language of the applicant/recipient, the following language: IMPORTANT: IF YOU NEED HELP IN READING THIS, ASK THE AGENCY FOR AN INTERPRETER TO HELP. AN INTERPRETER IS AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE. Documentation of Applicant/Recipient Case Records The agency will maintain case record documentation in sufficient detail to permit a reviewer to determine the agency's compliance with this policy. The agency will ensure that case record documentation, including computerized records if appropriate, identifies the applicant's/recipient's ethnic origin and primary language. In those cases where the applicant/recipient is non-English speaking, the agency will: Document the individual's acceptance or refusal of forms or other written materials offered in the individual's primary language. Document the method used to provide bilingual services, e.g., assigned worker is bilingual, other bilingual employee acted as interpreter, volunteer interpreter was used, or client provided interpreter. When a minor is used as interpreter, the agency will document the circumstances requiring temporary use of a minor and will provide this information to NC DHHS upon request. Consent for the release of information will be obtained from applicants/recipients when individuals other than agency employees are used as interpreters and the case record will be so documented. Staff Development and Training The agency will provide staff training at new employee orientation and continuing training programs. The training will include, but not be limited to Language assistance policies and procedures, resources available to support such procedures, methods of effective use of interpreters, and familiarization with the discrimination complaint process. Cultural awareness information, including specific cultural characteristics of the groups served by the agency to provide a better understanding of, and sensitivity to, the various cultural groups to ensure equal delivery of services. The agency will provide or ensure training is provided for bilingual staff and interpreters employed or utilized by the agency. This includes the ethics of interpreting, including confidentiality; methods of interpreting; orientation to the organization; specialized terminology used by the agency; and cultural competency. The agency will ensure that applicable grantees, contractors, cooperative agreement recipients and other entities receiving state or federal dollars are trained in the requirements of this policy. Describe how this provision will be met: Orange County Transportation Service will utilize paid interpreters, qualified bilingual employees, qualified employees of other agencies The agency will collect and maintain the following information about training provided to staff: the date(s) of such training, the content of such training, the number and types of credit hours awarded; and the names and identifying information of each attendee at the training. The agency will ensure that grantees, contractors, cooperative agreement recipients and other applicable funded entities collect and maintain such information as well. Compliance Procedures, Reporting and Monitoring Reporting The agency will complete an annual compliance report and send this report to the appropriate agency within the Department. (Format will be supplied by DHHS) Monitoring The agency will complete a self-monitoring report on a quarterly basis, using a standardized reporting system providing by the Department. These reports will be maintained and stored by the Title VI compliance officer and will be provided to the Department upon request. The agency will cooperate, when requested, with special review by the Department. Applicant/Recipient Complaints of Discriminatory Treatment Complaints The agency will provide assistance to LEP individuals who do not speak or write in English if they indicate that they would like to file a complaint. A complaint will be filed in writing, contain the name and address of the person filing it or his/her designee and briefly describe the alleged violation of this policy. The agency will maintain records of any complaints filed, the date of filing, actions taken and resolution. The agency will notify the appropriate agency or Division within DHHS of complaints filed the date of filing, actions taken and resolution. This information will be provided within 30 days of resolution. Investigation The Title VI compliance officer will conduct an investigation of the allegations of the complaint. The investigation will afford all interested persons and their representatives, if any, an opportunity to submit evidence relevant to the complaint. The investigation will not exceed 30 days, absent a 15-day extension for extenuating circumstances. Resolution of Matters If the investigation indicates a failure to comply with the Act, the agency Director or his/her designee will so inform the recipient and the matter will be resolved by informal means whenever possible within 60 days. If the matter cannot be resolved by informal means, then the individual will be informed of his or her right to appeal further to the Office of General Counsel within DHHS. This notice will be provided in the primary language of the individual with Limited English Proficiency. If not resolved by DHHS, then complaint will be forwarded to OCR, USDHHS, and Region IV. Transportation Director Date NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN DCHCMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description LET/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date SS-6007AD Convert intersection from two way stop to all way stop at the 5/31/2022 Sep. 2022 $28,000 Construction completed - pending final Dawn McPherson 49823.1 .1 intersection of SR 1710 (Old NC 10) and SR 1712 (University inspection 49823.3.1 Station Road) west of Durham SS-4907CD Horizontal curve improvements on SR 1710 (Old NC 10) 6/1/2022 Nov. 2022 $261 ,000 Planning and Design activities currently on Chad Reimakoski 47936.1 .1 west of SR 1561/SR 1709 (Lawrence Road) east of hold - Project shelved due to minimal 47936.2.1 Hillsborough. Improvements consist of wedging pavement crash rate during observation period. To 47936.3.1 and grading shoulders. be resubmitted for federal funding. P-5701 Construct Platform, Passenger Rail Station Building at 6/30/2023 FY2025 $7,200,000 PE funding scheduled 7/1/2020 Matthew Simmons 46395.1 .1 Milepost 41 .7 Norfolk Southern H-line in Hillsborough 46395.3.1 SS-6207A NC 54 Pedestrian improvements between SR 1902 (Manning 10/31/2022 6/30/2023 $171 ,000 Planning and design activities underway. Dawn McPherson 50337 Drive) and SR 1937 (Old Fayetteville Road) in Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Improvements will include refuge islands, crosswalks and pedestrian signals. Improvements to be completed by state forces. BL-0044 NC 54 from Westbrook Drive in Carrboro to west of US 2/16/2023 2/28/2024 $1 ,311 ,000 Planning and design activities underway. Chad Reimakoski 49998.1 .1 15/501/NC 86 (South Columbia Street) interchange in Chapel Hill. Construct sidewalk and install pedestrian signals, crosswalks, and refuge islands at selected locations. 1-5958 Pavement Rehabilitation on 1-40/1-85 from West of SR 1114 11/17/2026 FY2028 $8,690,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17 Chad Reimakoski 45910.1 .1 (Buckhorn Road) to West of SR 1006 (Orange Grove Road) 45910.3.1 1-5967 Interchange improvements at 1-85 and SR 1009 (South 10/19/2027 FY2030 $16,900,000 PE funding approved 9/8/17, Planning and Laura Sutton 45917.1 .1 Churton Street) in Hillsborough Design activities underway, Coordinate 45917.2.1 with 1-0305 and U-5845 45917.3.1 DCHCMPO Aug. 2022 Page 1 NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN DCHCMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description LET/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date 1-5959 Pavement Rehabilitation on 1-85 from West of SR 1006 11/16/2027 FY2029 $11 ,156,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17, Coordinate Chad Reimakoski 45911 .1 .1 (Orange Grove Road) to Durham County line with 1-5967, 1-5984 and 1-0305 45911 .3.1 R-5821A Construct operational improvements including 6/20/2028 FY2031 $7,000,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17, design Rob Weisz 47093.1 .2 Bicycle/Pedestrian accommodations on NC 54 from SR 1006 activities currently suspended, 47093.2.2 (Orange Grove Road) to SR 1107 /SR 1937 (Old Fayetteville Coordinating with NC54 West Corridor 47093.3.2 Road). Study U-5845 Widen SR 1009 (South Churton Street) to multi-lanes from 1- 7/18/2028 FY2031 $49,238,000 PE funding approved 5/14/15, Planning Laura Sutton 50235.1 .1 40 to Eno River in Hillsborough and Design activities underway, 50235.2.1 Coordinate with 1-5967 50235.3.1 1-5984 Interchange improvements at 1-85 and NC 86 in 11/21/2028 FY2031 $20,900,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17, Planning Laura Sutton 47530.1 .1 Hillsborough and Design activities underway, 47530.2.1 Coordinate with 1-0305 and 1-5959 47530.3.1 1-0305 Widening of 1-85 from west of SR1006 (Orange Grove Road) 1/1/2040 FY2044 $132,000,000 PE funding approved 6/5/18, Planning and Laura Sutton 34142.1 .2 in Orange Co. to west of SR 1400 (Sparger Road) in Orange design activities underway, Project 34142.2.2 Co. reinstated per 2020-2029 STIP (funded 34142.3.2 project) and delete project 1-5983 DCHCMPO Aug. 2022 Page 2 North Carolina Department of Transportation 8/15/2022 Active Projects Under Construction - Orange Co. Contract TIP Location Description Contractor Name Resident Contract Bid Availability Completion Work Start Estimated Progress Completion Number Number Engineer Amount Date Date Date Completion Schedule Percent Date Percent C202581 EB-4707A IMPROVEMENTS ON SR-1838/SR-2220 FROM US-15/501 IN ORANGE S T WOOTEN Nordan, PE, $4,614,460.00 5/28/2019 2/15/2021 5/28/2019 6/12/2022 100 89.19 COUNTY TO SR-1113 IN DURHAM COUNTY. DIVISION 5 CORPORATION James M C204078 B-4962 REPLACE BRIDGE #46 OVER ENO RIVER ON US-70 BYPASS. CONTI ENTERPRISES, Howell, Bobby J $4,863,757.00 5/28/2019 12/28/2021 6/19/2019 8/31/2022 100 95 INC C204632 1-3306A WIDENING 1-40 FROM 1-85 IN ORANGE COUNTY TO THE DURHAM THE LANE Cvijetic, PE, $236,457,869.00 9/27/2021 9/1/2025 10/28/2021 9/1/2025 9.98 9.98 COUNTY LINE AND 1-40 WESTBOUND IN DURHAM COUNTY NEAR CONSTRUCTION Bojan US-15/501 . CORPORATION C204674 RESURFACING 35 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS IN DURHAM FSC II LLC DBA FRED Nordan, PE, $3,308,745.60 3/1/2022 9/29/2023 3/1/2022 9/29/2023 91 .8 87.98 COUNTY. SMITH COMPANY James M DG00483 RESURFACE SR 1010 (MAIN STREET/FRANKLIN STREET) FROM SR CAROLINA SUNROCK Howell, Bobby J $845,631 .59 5/18/2019 8/7/2020 5/23/2022 8/31/2022 49.80 70.81 1005 (JONES FERRY ROAD) TO NC 86 (COLUMBIA STREET) LLC D000520 R-5787F INSTALLATION OF ADA COMPLIANT CURB RAMPS AT VARIOUS DOT CONSTRUCTION Howell, Bobby J $1 ,271 ,240.40 5/10/2021 4/14/2023 1/25/2022 4/14/2023 64 32.52 ROUTES INC DG00527 HS-2007C PLACEMENT OF THERMOPLASTIC PAVEMENT MARKING LINES ON TMI SERVICES INC. Cvijetic, PE, $1 ,358,289.72 8/16/2021 12/31/2022 5/18/2022 12/31/2022 1 .35 1 .35 VARIOUS SECONDARY ROADS THROUGHOUT THE DIVISION Bojan DG00534 REPLACE BRIDGE #99 OVER NEW HOPE CREEK ON SR 1723 (NEW CONTI ENTERPRISES, Howell, Bobby J $1 ,108,442.00 1/3/2022 11/3/2022 5/9/2022 11/30/2022 99.92 39.31 HOPE CHURCH ROAD) INC D000547 RESURFACE A SECTION OF NC 49 & 6 SECONDARY ROADS IN FSC II LLC DBA FRED Howell, Bobby J $4,299,745.38 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 72 87.43 ORANGE COUNTY SMITH COMPANY D000550 AST TREATMENT OF 32 SECONDARY ROADS IN ORANGE COUNTY WHITEHURST PAVING Howell, Bobby J $1 ,840,813.26 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 CO INC. DG00554 RESURFACE A SECTION OF NC 54 & 14 SECONDARY ROADS IN FSC II LLC DBA FRED Howell, Bobby J $3,755,101 .19 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 4/28/2022 10/31/2022 57 75.26 ORANGE COUNTY SMITH COMPANY Page 1 of 1 NCDOT PROJECTS LOCATED IN BGUMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description Let/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date SS-4907BQ Intersection improvements (All Way Stop) at SR 1005 5/1/21 Jun. 2021 $22,500 R/W Construction completed - pending Derek Dixon 44757.1 .1 (Greensboro-Chapel Hill Road) at SR 2369 (Sylvan $153,000 CON final inspection 44757.2.1 School Road) and SR 2371 (Pleasant Hill Road) in Snow 44757.3.1 Camp. 48798 Installation of crosswalks and pedestrian signals and update 8/4/21 Jul. 2022 $150,394 Construction completed - Punchlist Dawn McPherson curb ramps at the intersection of US 70 (South Church Street) items underway Derek Dixon and Edgewood Avenue (non-system) in Burlington. W-5807B Installation of ADA curb ramps and pedestrian accessible Oct. 2021 FY2022 $75,000 Scheduled to be completed 8/12/22 Dawn McPherson 48952.1 .3 signals on SR 1301 (Boone Station Drive) at SR 1301 (St. Chad Reimakoski 48952.2.3 Marks Church Road) and Boone Station Drive (non-system) 48952.3.3 at Glidewell Road/Tiki Lane (non-system) in Burlington SS-6007AE Convert intersection from two way stop to all way stop at SR 3/9/22 FY2023 $30,000 Planning and design activities Dawn McPherson 49822.1 .1 1005 (E. Greensboro Chapel Hill Road) at SR 2351 (Bethel underway - installation of all way 49822.3.1 South Fork Road) in Snow Camp. stop installed 3/9/2022, inspection 5/16/22 47786 Intersection improvements on SR 1007 (Mebane Oaks Rd) at 6/22/22 Aug. 2022 $898,500 Construction to begin once utility Chad Reimakoski SM-5707B SR 2126/2128 (Old Hillsborough Rd) south of Mebane. 7/1/22 relocations are complete Derek Dixon 47903.2.1 Improvements include addition of left and right turn lanes, radii widening, signal installation, resurfacing, and pavement markings. SM-6107B SR 1167 (Longpine Road) at SR 1146 (Kirkpatrick Road). 10/15/22 4/1/23 $185,000 Planning and design activities Dawn McPherson 50522 Installation of a modular mini-roundabout. underway. SS-6207G NC 87 (East Webb Avenue) at Flanner Street, Pedestrian 4/1/23 7/1/23 $60,000 Planning and design activities Dawn McPherson 50502 signal installation and crosswalk pavement markings. underway. BGUMPO Aug. 2022 Page 1 NCDOT PROJECTS LOCATED IN BGUMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description Let/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date U-6017 Intersection improvements at NC 54 (East Harden St.) and 6/15/23 FY2025 $2,100,000 Planning and design activities Rob Weisz 47162.1 .1 NC 49 (East Elm St.) in Graham underway - ROW underway 47162.2.1 47162.3.1 W-5707D Safety Improvements to curve on NC 49 located between 6/15/23 Nov. 2023 $450,000 Planning and design activities Chad Reimakoski 44853.1 .4 Buckingham Mountain Road and SR 2363 (Beale Road) in 6/16/22 Nov. 2022 underway; ROW acquisition 44853.2.4 Snow Camp underway 44853.3.4 U-6013 Widen NC 119 to multi-lanes from SR 1981 (Trollingwood- 12/19/23 FY2026 $6,200,000 Planning and design activities Rob Weisz 47158.1 .4 Hawfields Rd)/ SR 2126 (Old Hillsborough Rd) to Lowes Blvd underway, ROW underway 47158.2.4 (non-system) in Mebane. 47158.3.4 U-6011 Intersection improvements at US 70 (South Church Street) 8/20/24 FY2026 $2,400,000 Planning and design activities Brian Ketner 47146.1 .1 and SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Rd) in Burlington underway - ROW acquisition 47146.2.1 pending 47146.3.1 U-5844 Construct multi-lanes on NC62 from SR 1430 (Ramada Road) 3/18/25 FY2028 $10,000,000 Planning and design activities Rob Weisz 50234.1 .1 to US 70 (South Church Street) in Burlington underway 50234.2.1 50234.3.1 U-6014 Widen SR 1716 (Graham-Hopedale Rd) to multi-lanes with 3/18/25 FY2027 $13,200,000 Planning and design activities Rob Weisz 47159.1 .1 Bicycle/Pedestrian accommodations from SR 1720 (West underway, Includes EB-5882 47159.2.1 Hanover Rd) to Morningside Drive in Burlington 47159.3.1 B-6052 Replace bridge 68 over NCRR / Norfolk Southern Railroad on 1/20/26 FY2027 $2,500,000 PE funding approved 5/6/19 Kevin Fischer 48709.1 .1 SR 1928 (Trollingwood Road) in Haw River 48709.2.1 48709.3.1 1-6009 Interchange improvements at 1-40/1-85 and SR 1158 (Huffman 6/27/29 FY2031 $936,000 PE funding approved 6/5/18 Brian Ketner 47962.1 .1 Mill Road). Construct additional right turn lane on 1-40 WB 47962.2.1 Ramp and improve operations at SR 1308 (Garden Road) 47962.3.1 intersection in Burlington BGUMPO Aug. 2022 Page 2 NCDOT PROJECTS LOCATED IN BGUMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description Let/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date U-6009 Widen and construct center turn lane on US70 (West Church 1/1/40 FY2040 $6,337,000 Planning and design activities on Rob Weisz 47144.1 .1 St) from Tarleton Ave. to Fifth Street in Burlington hold 47144.2.1 47144.3.1 1-6059 Interchange improvements at 1-40/1-85 and SR 1981 1/1/40 FY2040 $12,400,000 PE funding scheduled for 12/4/24 Laura Sutton 48689.1 .1 (Trollingwood-Hawfields Road) in Mebane 48689.2.1 48689.3.1 BGUMPO Aug. 2022 Page 3 8/2/2022 North Carolina Department of Transportation Active Projects Under Construction - Alamance Co. Contract TIP Location Description Contractor Name Resident Contract Bid Availability Completion Work Start Estimated Progress Completion Number Number Engineer Amount Date Date Date Completion Schedule Percent Date Percent C203844 U-3109A NC-119 RELOCATION FROM 1-40/85 TO SR-1921 THALLE CONSTRUCTION Howell, Bobby J $45,389,069.36 6/26/2017 1/28/2021 8/3/2017 8/31/2022 100.00 99.31 (MEBANE ROGERS RD/ STAGE COACH RD). CO., INC. C204106 U-3109B NC-119 RELOCATION NORTH OF SR-1921 (MEBANE THALLE CONSTRUCTION Howell, Bobby J $8,151 ,660.80 8/27/2018 11/28/2020 10/4/2018 8/31/2022 100.00 87.30 ROGERS RD) TO SOUTH OF SR-1918 (MRS WHITE CO., INC. RD). C204111 U-6015 BURLINGTON - GRAHAM SIGNAL SYSTEM ALS OF NORTH Howell, Bobby J $7,938,392.20 10/29/2018 8/15/2021 2/11/2019 8/31/2022 100.00 95.01 CAROLINA LLC C204438 B-5728 REPLACE BRIDGE #112 OVER REEDY FORK CREEK SMITH-ROWE, LLC Howell, Bobby J $6,733,158.50 5/31/2022 12/12/2024 7/25/2022 ON NC 87 IN OSSIPEE C204572 U-6010 INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ON US 70 (SOUTH APAC ATLANTIC INC. Howell, Bobby J $13,975,135.25 7/6/2022 1/13/2025 CHURCH STREET) AT SR 1226/SR 1311 THOMPSON ARTHUR UNIVERSITY DRIVE IN BURLINGTON DIVISION C204603 1-5711 1-40/1-85 AND SR 1007 (MEBANE OAKS ROAD) IN ZACHRY Howell, Bobby J $12,865,732.71 4/26/2021 1/11/2024 4/26/2021 1/11/2024 48.00 42.30 MEBANE INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION C204626 RESURFACE 1 SECTION OF NC 87, 1 SECTION OF FSC II LLC DBA FRED Lorenz, PE, Kris $4,639,570.37 6/3/2021 11/1/2022 6/28/2021 11/1/2022 76.40 41 .08 NC 49 AND 21 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS SMITH COMPANY D000407 REPLACE BRIDGE #444 ON SR 1768 (HUGHES MILL SMITH-ROWE, LLC Howell, Bobby J $620,550.15 6/3/2021 8/31/2022 9/23/2021 8/31/2022 54.00 99.75 ROAD) OVER JORDAN CREEK D000511 REPLACE BRIDGE #173 ON SR 1149 (HUFFMAN MILL R.E. BURNS & SONS CO., Snell, PE, $2,106,851 .45 5/3/2021 10/25/2022 5/3/2021 10/25/2022 99.20 90.74 ROAD) OVER BACK CREEK INC. William H DG00520 R-5787F INSTALLATION OF ADA COMPLIANT CURB RAMPS DOT CONSTRUCTION Howell, Bobby J $1 ,271 ,240.40 5/10/2021 4/14/2023 1/25/2022 4/14/2023 21 .57 21 .76 AT VARIOUS ROUTES INC DG00527 HS-2007C PLACEMENT OF THERMOPLASTIC PAVEMENT TMI SERVICES INC. Cvijetic, PE, $1 ,358,289.72 8/16/2021 12/31/2022 5/18/2022 12/31/2022 1 .35 1 .35 MARKING LINES ON VARIOUS SECONDARY ROADS Bojan THROUGHOUT THE DIVISION DG00553 RESURFACE THREE SECTIONS OF SECONDARY VECILLIO & GROGAN INC Hayes, PE, $2,739,764.39 4/1/2022 6/30/2022 3/10/2022 6/30/2023 25.00 97.73 ROADS IN ALAMANCE COUNTY DBA SHARPE BROTHERS Meredith D D000556 REPLACE BRIDGE #003 ON SR 1529 (DURHAM R.E. BURNS & SONS CO., Howell, Bobby J $789,559.95 4/19/2022 2/12/2022 4/19/2022 2/12/2023 68.00 61 .18 STREET EXT.) OVER DRY CREEK INC. DG00557 RESURFACING OF FOUR SECONDARY ROADS IN APAC ATLANTIC INC. Howell, Bobby J $1 ,622,818.16 4/1/2022 11/18/2022 7/18/2022 ALAMANCE COUNTY THOMPSON ARTHUR DIVISION DG00559 RESURFACE A SECTION OF NC 100, NC 49, US 70 & BOGGS CONTRACTING, Howell, Bobby J $2,740,478.60 5/1/2022 6/30/2022 5/20/2022 6/30/2023 14.00 8.43 3 SECONDARY ROADS IN ALAMANCE COUNTY INC D000574 RESURFACING OF ONE PRIMARY & SIX APAC ATLANTIC INC. Howell, Bobby J $1 ,588,752.25 6/1/2022 6/30/2023 7/18/2022 SECONDARY ROADS IN ALAMANCE COUNTY THOMPSON ARTHUR DIVISION Page 1 of 1 NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN TARPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description Let/Start Date Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date SS-4907CD Horizontal curve improvements on SR 1710 (Old NC 10) west of Jun. 2022 Nov. 2022 $261 ,000 Planning and Design activities currently on Chad Reimakoski 47936.1 .1 SR 1561/SR 1709 (Lawrence Road) east of Hillsborough. hold - Project shelved due to minimal crash 47936.2.1 Improvements consist of wedging pavement and grading rate during observation period. To be 47936.3.1 shoulders. resubmitted for federal funding. 1-5958 Pavement rehabilitation on 1-40 / 1-85 from west of SR 1114 11/17/26 FY 2028 $8,690,000 Planning activities pending Chad Reimakoski 45910.1 .1 (Buckhorn Road) to west of SR 1006 (Orange Grove Road). 45910.3.1 1-5959 Pavement rehabilitation on 1-85 from west of SR 1006 (Orange 11/16/27 FY2029 $11 ,156,000 Planning activities pending Chad Reimakoski 45911 .1 .1 Grove Road) to Durham County line. 45911 .3.1 R-5821A Construct operational improvements including 6/20/28 FY2030 $3,194,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17, design Rob Weisz 47093.1 .2 Bicycle/Pedestrian accommodations on NC 54 from SR 1006 activities currently suspended, Coordinating 47093.2.2 (Orange Grove Road) to SR 1107 /SR 1937 (Old Fayetteville with NC54 West Corridor Study 47093.3.2 Road). TARPO-Orange Co Aug. 2022 Page 1 North Carolina Department of Transportation 8/2/2022 Active Projects Under Construction - Orange Co. Contract TIP Location Description Contractor Name Resident Contract Bid Availability Completion Work Start Estimated Progress Completion Number Number Engineer Amount Date Date Date Completion Schedule Percent Date Percent C202581 EB-4707A IMPROVEMENTS ON SR-1838/SR-2220 FROM US-15/501 IN ORANGE S T WOOTEN Nordan, PE, $4,614,460.00 5/28/2019 2/15/2021 5/28/2019 8/31/2022 100 88.94 COUNTY TO SR-1113 IN DURHAM COUNTY. DIVISION 5 CORPORATION James M C204078 B-4962 REPLACE BRIDGE #46 OVER ENO RIVER ON US-70 BYPASS. CONTI ENTERPRISES, Howell, Bobby J $4,863,757.00 5/28/2019 12/28/2021 6/19/2019 8/31/2022 100 95 INC C204632 1-3306A WIDENING 1-40 FROM 1-85 IN ORANGE COUNTY TO THE DURHAM THE LANE Cvijetic, PE, $236,457,869.00 9/27/2021 9/1/2025 10/28/2021 9/1/2025 9.98 9.98 COUNTY LINE AND 1-40 WESTBOUND IN DURHAM COUNTY NEAR CONSTRUCTION Bojan US-15/501 . CORPORATION C204674 RESURFACING 35 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS IN DURHAM FSC II LLC DBA FRED Nordan, PE, $3,308,745.60 3/1/2022 9/29/2023 3/1/2022 9/29/2023 91 .8 87.98 COUNTY. SMITH COMPANY James M DG00483 RESURFACE SR 1010 (MAIN STREET/FRANKLIN STREET) FROM SR CAROLINA SUNROCK Howell, Bobby J $845,631 .59 5/18/2019 8/7/2020 5/23/2022 8/31/2022 20 18.71 1005 (JONES FERRY ROAD) TO NC 86 (COLUMBIA STREET) LLC D000520 R-5787F INSTALLATION OF ADA COMPLIANT CURB RAMPS AT VARIOUS DOT CONSTRUCTION Howell, Bobby J $1 ,271 ,240.40 5/10/2021 4/14/2023 1/25/2022 4/14/2023 21 .57 21 .76 ROUTES INC DG00527 HS-2007C PLACEMENT OF THERMOPLASTIC PAVEMENT MARKING LINES ON TMI SERVICES INC. Cvijetic, PE, $1 ,358,289.72 8/16/2021 12/31/2022 8/18/2022 12/31/2022 1 .35 1 .35 VARIOUS SECONDARY ROADS THROUGHOUT THE DIVISION Bojan DG00534 REPLACE BRIDGE #99 OVER NEW HOPE CREEK ON SR 1723 (NEW CONTI ENTERPRISES, Howell, Bobby J $1 ,108,442.00 1/3/2022 11/30/2022 5/9/2022 11/30/2022 81 .51 31 .68 HOPE CHURCH ROAD) INC D000547 RESURFACE A SECTION OF NC 49 & 6 SECONDARY ROADS IN FSC II LLC DBA FRED Howell, Bobby J $4,299,745.38 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 57 84.28 ORANGE COUNTY SMITH COMPANY D000550 AST TREATMENT OF 32 SECONDARY ROUTES IN ORANGE WHITEHURST PAVING Howell, Bobby J $1 ,840,813.26 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 COUNTY CO. INC. DG00554 RESURFACE A SECTION OF NC 54 & 14 SECONDARY ROADS IN FSC II LLC DBA FRED Howell, Bobby J $3,755,101 .19 4/1/2022 10/31/2022 4/28/2022 10/31/2022 42 41 .52 ORANGE COUNTY SMITH COMPANY Page 1 of 1