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ORANGE TRANSPORTATION COUNTY GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT COUNTY NoKm CALIQLLNA PUBLIC TRANSIT OrangeCounty AGENDA ORANGE UNIFIED TRANSPORTATION BOARD September 30, 2024, 6:30 pm 300 West Tryon Street, 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 attend or email Orange County Transportation Director Nishith Trivedi at ntrivedi@orangecountync.gov. All comments 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. Minutes—August 19, 2024 5. Regular OUTBoard Agenda a. Short Range Transit Plan i. Action: Recommend approval b. 2024 Safe Routes to School Plan i. Action: Recommend approval c. Transportation Multimodal Plan i. Action: Recommend approval 6. Staff Report/Updates a. MPO, RPO, and NCDOT b. County Bike/Ped Plan 7. Adjournment-The next meeting—October 21, 2024 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 ORANGE UNIFIED TRANSPORTATION BOARD MEETING MINUTES Monday August 19, 2024, 6:30 pm 131 W. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278 1 Attendance: Members Present 2 Jamie Crandell Eno Township 3 Natalie Ziemba Cedar Grove Township 4 Roy Schonberg Chapel Hill Township 5 Erik Legg Cheeks Township 6 Micheal Hughes At Large 7 Joshua Mayo At Large 8 Amy Cole At Large 9 Sherry Appel At Large 10 Randy Marshall Bringham Township 11 Art Menius Little River Township 12 Gregory Woloszczuk Chapel Hill Township 13 Miranda Adams Nelson Nygaard 14 Terren Green Public Citizen 15 Luis Hernandez Public Citizen 16 Kelly Milligan Orange County Staff 17 Nishith Trivedi Orange County Staff 18 Darlene Weaver Orange County Staff 19 20 AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER 21 The meeting was called to order and the roll was taken. 22 23 AGENDA ITEM 2: CONSIDERATIONS OF ADDITIONS TO AGENDA. None. 24 25 AGENDA ITEM 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS. None. 26 27 AGENDA ITEM 4. MINUTES-July 10 and July 18, 2024 28 Motion:Art Menius-with changes: 29 Date correction June 1011 to July 10", and 2023 to 2024. 30 Amy not at July 18`h meeting. 31 Spelling correction Bingham Township, 32 Future minutes summarized, not verbatim,videos posted online for the verbatim 33 Second: Randy Marshal 34 Approval: Unanimously 35 36 AGENDA ITEM 5. OUTBOARD AGENDA 37 38 a. Transportation Multimodal Plan 39 Nish provided a brief update on the TMP,focusing on the unique prioritization process specific to Orange 40 County. More information on the criteria will be provided. Multiple projects along Orange Grove Road 41 were discussed. 42 43 J. Mayo asked about public involvement. Nish answered yes, there was public involvement and WSP is 44 including it in the plan update. Also asked if action would be taken if more information is forthcoming. 45 Nish answered, no action taken, only feedback, action at next meeting. 46 J. Mayo inquired about the town projects that might be included in the list. Nish clarified that these 47 projects would be called out separately, as the focus is primarily on the unincorporated areas of the 48 County. While towns were invited to engage in the process, town projects are not part of this plan and 49 will be addressed independently by the town. Mr. Mayo also questioned whether the aim was to prepare 50 for future SPOT submissions. Nish responded that the objective is to consolidate into a single, enhanced 51 document, building upon previous efforts. SPOT considerations will follow at a later stage. 52 53 b. Short Range Transit Plan 54 Miranda with Nelson Nygaard provided an update on the plan. Randy Marshall asked about how people 55 could get more information and better qualify for Demand Response. Miranda informed that the plan 56 recommends improvements to messaging and marketing: Transit Information Campaign and Improve 57 Demand Response booking. J. Mayo shared concern of Orange County transit tax used in Alamance 58 County. Nish explained it was part of Continuation of Existing Services, discontinuing Orange-Alamance 59 and starting a Circulator. Funding for Mebane Circulator is an ongoing discussion. 60 61 c. 2024 Safe Routes to School Plan 62 Nish provided an update on the plan. G.Woloszczuk asked about the two-mile radius around Chapel Hill 63 Carrboro schools where some of it may be outside town jurisdiction. Nish explained this could be part of 64 a future update of the plan. J. Mayo offered to share the Chapel Hills Safe Routes to School program. 65 Future works could include addressing the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction and entire school districts rather 66 than just a 2-mile radius. 67 68 A. Cole and N.Ziemba asked about current school policies and programs while C. Hughes asked about 69 potential infrastructure. Nish explained schools are aware of the Federal requirements for the Safe 70 Routes to School program and they have their own approaches. They were involved in the planning 71 process. T. Green discussed the potential for a Safe Routes to School Champion as a future option. 72 County staff will continue researching how we can improve messaging through a Safe Routes to School 73 Coordinator similar to that in Chapel Hill and other local jurisdictions. 74 Infrastructure in North Carolina is challenging, with towns having more opportunities than Counties. 75 Rural areas require more local and federal commitment towards improving such infrastructure. Plans 76 like this and others help establish local support so that other funding opportunities could be made 77 available like SPOT,Transit Tax and other transportation related sources.OUTBoard members and public 78 citizens emphasized the critical importance, current demand and lack of resources for the most 79 vulnerable walking and bike population in the County. R. Marshal explained the significance of school 80 busses as a safe means of travel to and from schools. 81 82 AGENDA ITEM 6. STAFF REPORT/UPDATES 83 a. MPO, RPO,and NCDOT 84 Nish provided update on Orange Grove Road's future Professional Engineering work to be done by WSP. 85 86 b. 5310 Grant—Go Orange and 3 ADA Vehicles 87 Nish updated everyone on grant applications submitted to DCHC MPO in coordination with 88 Department on Aging 89 90 AGENDA ITEM 8:ADJOURNMENT 91 OUTBoard meeting was adjourned at 7:56 p.m.The next meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2024. ORANGE TRANSPORTATION COUNTY GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT COUNTY NoKm CALIQLLNA PUBLIC TRANSIT OrangeCounty Item 5.a. Subject: Orange County Short Range Transit Plan Attachment: Final County Short Range Transit Plan PURPOSE: To recommend the Orange County Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) be approved BACKGROUND: Orange County completed the SRTP following a year long planning process that included two rounds of public engagement, multiple pop-up events such as Farmer's Markets and other public events. The SRTP started on November 2023 with the first round of public engagement completed in March 2024 and second round completed early September 2024. Nelson Nygaard conducted the planning process and resulted in the following highlights: Goals • Equity • Economic Prosperity • Environmental Sustainability • Transportation &Access for All • Affordable &Attainable Quality of Life Objectives and Metrics • County Strategic Plan Recommendations • Services Short Term o Mobility on Demand Service Improvements o Reinstate Orange-Alamance Connector o Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 1 o Mebane Circulator o Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 1 Mid Term o Demand Response Weekend Service Long Term o Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 2 o Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 2 o MOD Service Span Expansion • Policy and Programs Short Term o Alternative Fare Payment o Transit Information Campaign o Improve Demand Response Booking 600 Hwy 86 N - Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278 Phone (919)245-2008 - Fax (919) 732-2137 orangecountync.gov/transportation Mid Term o Hire Mobility Manager o Conduct Fare Study • Capital o Bus Stop Improvements o Rural Mobility Hubs o Walking Access to Transit The Orange Unified Transportation Board (OUTBoard) has actively participated throughout the planning process, providing feedback on the Existing Conditions Report (link) and discussing it at public meetings. Orange County Transportation Services requests the Transportation Advisory Services and OUTBoard recommend the County's SRTP be approved by the Board of County Commissioners at its October meeting. TAS Recommendation: [Placeholder] FINANCIAL IMPACT: No financial impact at this time. Projects identified in the SRTP are pursued through variety of financial resources including and not limited to: Federal Transit Administration grants, North Carolina Department of Transportation, Metropolitan and Rural Planning Organizations resources and the 2022 County Transit Plan Update. ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN:This item supports: • GOAL 4: MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION OBJECTIVE 1. Identify priorities and resources necessary to implement the Orange County Transit Plan. OBJECTIVE 2. Increase community awareness of all modes of transportation including transit, bike and pedestrian, vehicle, and all other modes. OBJECTIVE 4.Coordinate transit investments with municipal and county land use planning to reduce vehicle miles travelled and to provide more equitable access to shopping, employment, medical centers, college campuses, etc. OBJECTIVE 6. Update transportation related plans to provide more multi- modal options including rural Orange County. ACTION: Recommend Board of County Commissioners approve Orange County SRTP. ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Short Range Transit Plan 2025 to 2030 September 2024 N NELSON NYGAARD .h� sr ter••'•• _•-��. ,-��` ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Table of Contents Page 1 Overview........................................................................................................................... 1 Orange County Transportation Services.................................................................................................1 OrangeCounty Transit Plan........................................................................................................................1 ShortRange Transit Plan..............................................................................................................................1 2 Existing Conditions..........................................................................................................2 CurrentService.................................................................................................................................................2 Demandfor Transit.........................................................................................................................................3 ServicePerformance.......................................................................................................................................4 PublicEngagement Key Findings..............................................................................................................4 3 Project Goals, Objectives, and Metrics.......................................................................... 6 4 Recommended Strategies............................................................................................... 7 StrategyTypes..................................................................................................................................................7 TransitService Strategies..............................................................................................................................7 Policy and Program Strategies.................................................................................................................15 Capital Improvement Strategies..............................................................................................................17 5 Summary........................................................................................................................22 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN 1 OVERVIEW Short Range Transit Plan The projects and priorities identified in the Orange County Transit Orange County Plan and its updates inform the short-term planning efforts of transit agencies that operate in Orange County, including OCTS. Transportation Services The Orange County Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) guides the Orange County Transportation Services (OCTS) provides fixed- improvement of OCTS transit through 2030. The SRTP analyzes route bus, demand response, and microtransit services existing service performance and markets, evaluates strategies for throughout Orange County, NC and to surrounding communities improving transit, and recommends a year-by-year transit within 10 miles. OCTS is one of three main public transit providers investment program through 2030. This SRTP document is in Orange County, primarily serving the municipalities of accompanied by four appendices: Hillsborough and Mebane and the unincorporated areas of the ■ Appendix A: Existing Conditions County. Chapel Hill Transit provides service in Chapel Hill and ■ Appendix B: Strategies Evaluation Carrboro, and GoTriangle connects the major regional . Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan destinations. ■ Appendix D: Public Engagement Orange County Transit Plan Development of the SRTP was overseen by the Core Technical Team, a group of key stakeholders meeting regularly to review In 2012, voters in Orange County approved a half-cent sales tax and provide feedback throughout the SRTP process. Members of to fund transit service and transit infrastructure improvements in the Core Technical Team include representatives from the county. Revenues from the Transit Tax support transit services municipalities in the service area, regional agencies, and the other provided by OCTS, Chapel Hill Transit, and GoTriangle, and are transit providers in the county. Funding for identified projects is allocated based on the needs, values, and priorities laid out in the provided through multiple sources, in addition to the funding Orange County Transit Plan and subsequent updates. The 2022 allocated through the Orange County Transit Plan. Orange County Transit Plan Update guides the allocation of revenue from the transit tax over the next 20 years. The Orange Transit Governing Boards include the Governance ILA parties, which consists of the Orange Board of County Commissioners, the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro (DCHC MPO) Executive Board, and the GoTriangle Board of Trustees. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 1 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN 2 EXISTING Figure 1: Current OCTS Fixed Route Service -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -r CONDITIONS o o - aa Current Serviceel Stare Ro 'Qe' OCTS provides both regional and local service with its fixed route 8 sc"e`9a buses, shown in Figure 1. The Hillsborough Circulator is a local a� route serving key destinations in Hillsborough. Two regional o ays Rd connector routes, the Orange-Alamance Connector and the i Lebanon Rd m Orange-Chapel Hill Connector, connect Hillsborough with other Mebane o = regional destinations and fill a midday gap for peak-only ¢ Hillsborough GoTriangle bus routes, with additional local service stops. EachOA OCTS route and service has different hours of operation, though 0 all fixed route buses are scheduled to operate hourly throughout Old"°,° a their service period. ��`� ever co aQ� ewa/)/s9 Ness ML Sinai Rtl � Along with the paratransit provided within 3/a mile of fixed route r service as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, OCTS a c EVbaaKs Rd provides two types of non-fixed route service: program-based rural demand response service and a publicly available o a x steatlRa microtransit service called Orange County Mobility on Demand as EstasO (MOD). Both service types operate throughout all of Orange O Chapel Hill •• Carrboro Q County and serve key destinations in Mebane and Durham. Orange County Public Transit Routes Old Greensboro Rd Fa Qa Hillsborough Circulator Orange-Chapel Hill Connector __ �o¢ee z Ca P Orange-Nlaance Connector --m (E Cnl oatasoamz::orange coangaaerc inn:a ae lznu. N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 2 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Demand for Transit Figure 2: Population and Employment Densities ---------------------------L---------------------------------------- A major factor in determining the demand for transit is density: where people live and work, and how those areas areCarr O `' concentrated. Population and employment density may be used Caldwell to indicate an appropriate level of transit service. Areas that are m 'Nre R, O higher density may be able to support more frequent fixed route Cedar Grove 3E transit, while areas with lower density may be better suited for �Ra s°b`9a demand response or microtransit services. ` aA Ra O `CJ4 Population density and transit demand is greatest in the Carrboro, Lebanon Rd .! y° s Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, and Mebane areas. The rest of the a F } IMebane �� ��i115 county is rural where demand-response services may be more __ P v,. r Efland `9:•.C16 suitable than fixed-route transit. Most of the employment density Miles Hillsborough IF A's is located within towns and cities and along major corridors. Service jobs make up the largest share of jobs in the county. BuckhornOld NCIR Together, population and employment density give a more complete picture of potential demand for transit. Figure 2 shows the combined population and employment densities by Traffic N Eubanks Q Analysis Zone. Blue areas on the map signify areas with high 0ham�I� EubaaMS Rtl_ b h { ata employment density but lower population density, while orange Calvander �sts.dRy '. slip represents areas with higher population density and lower job density. Darker brown areas have high densities of both White °aa s , Existing 2020 ChapeIHIII Population and rvVn^ �;.�i- •al w Carrboro. employment and population. E"p'°Y"'a"t°e"a"`eS ���r°;� ' i 40 v x■■■ Old Greensboro Rd MEN II, `c RJ �: Based on an analysis of travel patterns amongst all modes of T LE °ces�e e r transportation, most trips take place within municipalities. There is Peopleperpere E r oe�seertt::ocxc neo zazo - �u. NO also relatively strong travel demand along the Mebane- Hillsborough corridor. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Service Performance boardings per revenue hour, and it has recovered to approximately 78% of its pre-pandemic ridership. The Orange- Ridership on OCTS's demand response services declined Alamance Connector, on the other end of the spectrum, is significantly in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and currently partially suspended and covered by demand response continued to decline in 2021. Fixed route ridership did not see the service, and it had the lowest ridership of the three fixed routes same steep decline in 2020 but decreased in 2018 and again in before its suspension. 2021 (Figure 3). Figure 3:Annual Unlinked Passenger Trips by Service Type Public Engagement Key 60,000 Findings 50,000 40,000 PHASE 1 30,000 The first phase of engagement for the plan took place from 20,000 March 4 to March 31, 2024. Target audiences included transit riders, Orange County residents, traditionally underserved 10,000 communities (both riders and non-riders), and other community o stakeholders. The project team held a series of pop-ups at bus 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 shelters, community centers, and community events across --*—Fixed Route +Demand Response Orange County (Figure 4). Standalone polling boards featuring project details and simple questions were placed in transit Source: FTA NTD shelters at key bus stops in Orange County. A short survey was The pandemic and resulting changes to commute patterns, paired distributed both online and in print form in English and Spanish with vehicle and driver shortage challenges at the agency, have to Orange County stakeholders and 13 community centers, led to significant on-the-ground changes to the services being libraries, and apartments. A total of 191 participants completed offered in recent years, including route suspensions and service the survey. hour changes. These challenges and changes make exact Locations where participants were most interested in seeing comparisons over time difficult on the level of an individual route better transit services included between Hillsborough and Chapel or service. The Hillsborough Circulator is OCTS's highest Hill, from unincorporated Orange County into the municipalities, performing fixed-route service in both total ridership and and between Hillsborough and Mebane. Survey and pop-up Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN respondents favored midday weekday service the most, followed all services, including missed trips and lack of clear information, by Saturday service, while polling board respondents were most and there was strong support for proposals focused on improving interested in peak commute service and expanded morning and reliability and communication. Feedback on how to communicate evening hours. changes was also incorporated into the implementation steps for Participants desired improvements to transit services, including project proposals. reliability, frequency, extended coverage, on-demand options, Figure 4: Pop-Up Event at Seymour Senior Center and accessible information such as real-time tracking apps. ? I 1 = ��__ Additionally, they emphasized the importance of improving access to public transit through facilities like park and ride facilities, bike lanes, and pedestrian infrastructure. ICI! PHASE 2 Nit The second round of public engagement took place from August _ 19 to September 12, 2024, to gather feedback on the proposed strategies and implementation timeline, as well as continue to educate residents about Orange County's transportation options. The project team held a series of seven pop-up events at community centers, senior centers, shopping locations, and local events across the service area. A short survey and informational I flier were distributed both online and in print form in English, Spanish, and Mandarin to Orange County stakeholders and 14 I ' community centers, libraries, and apartments. 133 people completed the survey online or in person, and over 125 people participated in conversations with project staff at pop-up events and presentations. Overall, engagement participants were supportive of the proposed changes and improvements in the SRTP. Beyond the specific proposals, reliability continues to be a major concern for Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN 3 PROJECT GOALS — Increase community awareness of all modes of transportation including transit, bike and pedestrian, OBJECTIVES, AND vehicle, and all other modes ■ Transportation &Access for All METRICS — Prioritize transit service that increases transit access for the most people to the most places An evaluation framework allows Orange County to prioritize ■ Affordable &Attainable Quality of Life recommendations and evaluate projects, policies, and programs for their ability to achieve the goals and values of the Orange — Prioritize transit service connections to affordable County Transit Plan and Orange County Strategic Plan. The Core housing, recreation, and arts and cultural Community Values from the Orange County Transit Plan Update opportunities. provided the foundation for evaluating the proposed strategies, — Identify priorities and resources necessary to and objectives for each value were taken directly from either the implement the Orange County Transit Plan. Transit Plan Update or the multimodal transportation section of For evaluation purposes, metrics were created to measure how the Strategic Plan. The Core Values and related Objectives well a project supported each objective, with a total of nine final include: metrics in the evaluation framework. Each strategy was scored ■ Equity from one to three points per metric. Methods of measurement — Prioritize the transit needs of underserved or transit- varied depending on the type of strategy, and both quantitative dependent residents; includes historically disinvested and qualitative approaches were used. Final scores based on the communities of color, lower-income neighborhoods, evaluation framework helped to prioritize different strategies and seniors, and rural communities. spend Orange County's funds in accordance with their core values. Full methodology details and strategy scores are available ■ Economic Prosperity in Appendix B: Strategies Evaluation. — Prioritize increasing access to jobs and opportunities ■ Environmental5ustainability — Prioritize accessible and convenient transit service in areas with existing or planned higher density development. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN 4 RECOMMENDED Plan may differ slightly from those in Appendix B based on engagement feedback and technical considerations. STRATEGIES Transitrvi r i Service Strategies es Strategy Types Short Term projects should be implemented early in the SUP timeframe, and resources are available within the current known A broad range of strategies for improving public transportation in budget. Short term transit service strategies include: Orange County were developed based on findings from the ■ Mobility on Demand Service Improvements Existing Conditions report, the first round of public engagement, and other adopted transportation plans. Strategies were • Discontinue Orange-Alamance Connector categorized into three types: • Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 1 1. Transit service strategies— both new services and ' Mebane Circulator operational changes to existing services, including fixed- • Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 1 route, on-demand, and rural demand response services Medium Term projects should be implemented later in the SUP 2. Policies and programs—strategies that target agency timeframe, and may require additional funding sources such as policies or administrative activities winning grant money. Medium term transit service strategies 3. Capital improvements— physical infrastructure projects include: beyond basic bus stop signs. ■ Demand Response Weekend Service All strategies were presented to the Core Technical Team and Long Term projects should be pursued after the SUP timeframe adjusted based on feedback before moving to evaluation. ends, as funding is currently unavailable. Long term transit service Strategies were slotted into the available budget and the 2025 to strategies include: 2030 timeline before being reviewed by stakeholders and the public. The timeframe of the SRTP was broken into two key • Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 2 periods: short-term strategies that should be implemented ■ Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 2 starting in 2025 through 2027 and medium-term strategies that E MOD Service Span Expansion should be implemented from 2028 through the end of 2030. Long-term strategies are those that would be implemented in 2031 or later. Final strategies found in the Short Range Transit Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 7 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN MOBILITY ON DEMAND SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS Short Term Background: Orange County MOD is underused, given the potential demand within the service area. Microtransit is well suited for the density of much of Orange County and can provide the public with high-quality and low-cost transportation options for those who cannot or choose not to drive. PERSON Strategy Overview: Create zones for faster, cheaper trips within municipalities and consistent wait times for rural trips. The ability to book trips by making a phone call CA3W EEL ° will also be added. No changes to hours of service are proposed within the SRTP ye,,em p timeframe. hR° ----------------- _____ ________ --------------------- • Hillsborough-Mebane Zone: Shorter wait times within this zone O � � • North and South Orange Zones: Dedicated vehicles for each zone to make m'sfoeRd wait times more consistent • Southeast Zone: Trips cannot both start and end in this zone DUNlagt°a Mebane „a, Hillsborough r • Cross-County: This zone will extend 10 miles out from the Orange County efehan ^ DU RNAN border, covering key rural and urban destinations in neighboring counties. ALANANCE �� o Trips cannot both begin and end within this zone. °e°Ra O R.ANGE � i Durham • ®e liapel HIU so Span of Service 0° EGreensbor"Chspet µpt E dg'I®` 9. Monday to Thursday 8 AM — 5 PM 8 AM — 5 PM ---------------------------� Friday 8 AM —9 PM 8 AM —9 PM Mobility OnDemand Service Area C H AT H A M 0 Dary Saturday 9 AM — 5 PM 9 AM — 5 PM [7 Hortn orange N"'=b°r—geZa°anal°na O Q Zone O WAKE �south Orange Zone {{��--�� Southeast Orange Zone V Apez Cross-County Zone usrgr oounryrvbuc Trwn o ea swi.s Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 8 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN DISCONTINUE ORANGE-ALAMANCE CONNECTOR Short Term Background: The Orange-Alamance Connector is a low ridership route that offers redundant service with the GoTriangle Orange-Durham Express (ODX). The rider base of this route is likely better served by on-demand service zones, since they will have more direct access to destinations. Strategy Overview: Formalize the elimination of the Orange-Alamance Connector and reinvest the resources into other transit service projects. With the improved MOD service zones, residents along the Mebane-Hillsborough corridor will still have access to transportation service, as well as continued service from the GoTriangle ODX during peak hours, the new Mebane Circulator, and improved Hillsborough Circulator. Existing Proposed h^ m Span of Service Monday to Friday 10 AM — 3 PM - W ORANGE Frequency ____ Monday to Friday 60 minutes b Meh- a Eflaad 4o Hillsborough say' os I \cape B5 ALAMANCE f t ,ie o� e HI&-borough-Mebane Corridor DiK,t1n,a0teoge•Aiamanea Conoe —c1,esa ooxlPaex-omrl ° G Nniaho—gh-nehane MDUZene �Nortn Oreoge nOD Zone Southo—p Moo Zen. c,ossc...ty m0DZo Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 9 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN HILLSBOROUGH CIRCULATOR IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 1 Short Term Background: The Hillsborough Circulator is the highest ridership OCTS route and is the primary option for Hillsborough residents to travel between key destinations in the town without a car. The route often runs eorae Rd behind schedule, as it takes approximately 60 minutes to complete one trip and it runs every hour. The Hillsborough Circulator also only runs in one direction, making residents ride the full loop, even if they only need to get to the stop R° i—� before they board. Strategy Overview: Create an improved Hillsborough Circulator service that is �_�arhA�as•st\ "more efficient, on-time, and frequent. The improved service will be split into 9 w Hsi�m d ea two separate routes, Hillsborough Circulator A and Hillsborough Circulator B. ■ Reduce route deviations at Rainey Ave (Fairview Park), Orange Grove `'timers` W-TPY°ast 3` L_W Wioq•St_ Road, and Scotswood Road (Food Lion) to improve schedule reliability Hillsborough 70 by decreasing the running time. e �rmmocks�\Q ■ Split route into two patterns, which can both run in under 45 minutes per cycle. aA ■ Expand the service hours and increase frequency of both routes. s5 Existing Proposed Qa es Span of Service Caktlaie.Or o Monday to Friday 7 AM — 5 PM 6:30 AM —6:30 PM 2 " 4" Frequency f Monday to Friday 60 minutes 45 minutes Xlllsbomugh Circulator Proposed Imp—meats Proposed Hillsborough Circulator A ProposeG Hillsborough Circulator B -Current Hillsborough Circulator Oaa Sources:°range°ouny �Snnes Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 10 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN MEBANE CIRCULATOR Short Term Background: The City of Mebane has planned to establish a local bus route, which will take place in the form of a circulator that serves key destinations throughout Mebane. The Orange-Alamance Connector currently serves Mebane, which provides Mebane connections to Hillsborough and other localities via route transfer. Mebane Circulator Proposed Alignment Strategy Overview: Implement the Mebane Circulator as adopted in the �SPV°PoedMe bane C^ccayon�anP �'F liie Mebane Comprehensive Transportation Plan and the BGMPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan.The Mebane Circulator will run every 60 minutes from 7 AM —6 PM on Monday through Friday and will not initially offer weekend service. w°enerse�s =c _ W H°Rg ExistingProposed No,M1s Melfane e� Span of Service y` f� Monday to Friday - 7 AM —6 PM Frequency Monday to Friday - 60 minutes y y 60 d �J � n 0 015 0-3 Miles'•n: Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 11 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN HILL TO HILL CONSOLIDATION PHASE 1 Short Term Background: The Orange-Chapel Hill Connector provides midday and local coverage between Chapel Hill and Hillsborough, while GoTriangle Route 420 operates during the peak commute hours only and with fewer local stops. The similar but still deviating route patterns can confuse riders, and there is some service redundancy in the current B6 schedule. Strategy Overview: When GoTriangle shifts Route 420 to run on Highway 40 after the completion of construction, the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector will also shift to match the alignment of Route 420 exactly, with the same stops. Local 7- Hillsborough connections in Hillsborough can be made to both Hillsborough Circulator loops. ° This Phase does not fully consolidate the two routes, and rather focuses on 65 Wat°,s, 86 running them along the same route pattern and to be less redundant, allowing for full consolidation in the future. Existing OCH Proposed OCH G� Qa ae Span of Service ORANGE 0 Monday to Friday 8:30 AM —4:30 PM 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM 66 Frequency Eubanks EuOanks ftd Monday to Friday 60 minutes 60 minutes ° HOnestea es s, DURHAM Chapel Hill s _ Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase l fFrz^pm Sal Carrboro —Proposed Orange-Chapel Hill Connector Ra,°i9h qy —Future GoTriangle Route 42D(Peak Only) --Current Orange-Chapel Hill Connector °y Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 12 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN DEMAND RESPONSE WEEKEND SERVICE Medium Term Background: Program-based demand response riders are not peak-oriented, and many riders use it to get to non-work destinations. Currently, hours on Saturday are limited and not clearly defined, and no service is offered on Sunday. This limits the types of medical trips that OCTS can provide, cutting off a potential funding source. Strategy Overview: Operate program-based demand response services from 9 AM to 5 PM on both Saturdays and Sundays. ProposedExisting Span of Service Monday to Friday 8 AM — 5 PM 8 AM — 5 PM Saturday "Limited" 9 AM — 5 PM Sunday - 9 AM — 5 PM Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 13 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN LONG-TERM STRATEGIES REINSTATE UPDATED ORANGE- ALAMANCE CONNECTOR HILLSBOROUGH CIRCULATOR Background: While the Orange-Alamance Connector has IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 2 generated low ridership during its operation, existing conditions and public engagement reflected the demand for connections Background: After the Hillsborough Circulator has been split into between Mebane and Hillsborough. The route has a long travel two routes, increasing and improving the service is necessary. time and short span, limiting its potential for success. Density Transit demand during the peak hours is not necessarily much along the corridor is currently low, but residential, commercial, higher than it is during the off-peak hours, and there are a lot of and industrial developments are underway and may drive riders that utilize the service for running errands. demand for transit in the future. Strategy Overview: Implement Saturday service, which will have Strategy Overview: Bring back a modified version of the Orange- 9 AM — 5 PM spans with buses every 30 minutes. In addition, Alamance Connector that runs bi-directionally on Highway 70, Monday through Friday will have spans from 6:30 AM —6:30 PM with connections at Mebane Cone Health Park and Ride and the and buses every 30 minutes. Hillsborough Walmart. With the proposed alignment change of the GoTriangle ODX to improve travel times to Durham and less HILL TO HILL CONSOLIDATION PHASE 2 focus on serving local stops, run the Orange-Alamance Connector Background: After operating the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector all day, matching the hours of the circulator routes. and GoTriangle Route 420 with more coordination and reduced redundancy, service levels can be improved through full MOD SERVICE SPAN EXPANSION consolidation of the two routes. Background: In conjunction with the expended MOD service Strategy Overview: Fully consolidate the Orange-Chapel Hill zones that are part of the short-term strategies, MOD service Connector with GoTriangle Route 420 along the Highway 40 hours should be expanded to adequately serve the riders of alignment. Peak operation of the route will require three 40' Orange County, as there is local transit demand for services buses to accommodate ridership demand and maintain outside traditional commuting windows. frequency.The service will run from Monday— Friday 6 AM —7 Strategy Overview: Service hours will be expanded on all days of PM with peak frequencies of 30 minutes and midday frequencies the week and Sunday service will be implemented. Service will run of 60 minutes. Monday to Friday 8 AM to 10 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday 9 AM to 8 PM. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 14 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Policy and Program TRANSIT INFORMATION Strategies CAMPAIGN Short Term recommended policies or programs that OCTS could implement in the early years of the SUP with currently available Short Term administrative funding include: Background: Many Orange County residents do not fully ■ Alternative Fare Payment understand how to ride transit and what their transit options are. The transit information campaign would cover fixed routes, ■ Transit Information Campaign mobility on-demand, and ADA services. ■ Improve Demand Response Booking Strategy Overview:The promotional campaign would provide Medium Term policies or programs that require OCTS to apply information on services, their destinations, how to use each for additional funds include: service, and other information that is relevant to the service. On- ■ Hire Mobility Manager demand service would be a key focus, specifically around the ■ Conduct Fare Study expanded service zones and where they cover, and how to book trips would be the main emphasis. ALTERNATIVE FARE PAYMENT Improving the availability of transit information is an additional component of the transit information campaign. Improving the Short Term available information about the transit system could include the publishing of real-time travel information using live GTFS Background: MOD and Orange-Chapel Hill Connector vehicles publishing. are not able to take cash as fare payment, which can create barriers for people without easy access to mobile banking. OCTS IMPROVE DEMAND RESPONSE fares are also not integrated with other regional providers, such as GoTriangle. BOOKING Strategy Overview: Provide cash loading options for fare payment cards to better serve people with limited banking or Short Term smartphone access, and work to integrate with other transit Background: Riders expressed confusion about how to book agencies in the region that utilize UMO Pass. demand response trips during public feedback opportunities. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 15 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Most of the confusion came around how and where to book grant do not sufficiently cover the cost of an increased role. Other trips—online, over phone, by app—and the application process. grants could provide the necessary funding to implement this Additionally, the Medicaid reimbursement process will be new position. improved, making it easier for OCTS to submit for reimbursement. Strategy Overview: Ensuring the demand response application CONDUCT FARE STUDY process is streamlined so that prospective riders are able to book services more quickly is one of the first steps. This streamlined Medium Term application process will be simpler and quicker for applicants. This process is already underway at OCTS. This streamlined process Background: Fare costs vary across agencies and modes in will include implementing additional, to be determined, measures Orange County and can sometimes act as a barrier to transit that will help OCTS submit for Medicaid reimbursement. access. There is interest from the public and key stakeholders to explore the viability of free or reduced fares for the different types HIRE A MOBILITY MANAGER of transit services in Orange County. Strategy Overview: The fare study would cover each individual mode, including fixed route and on-demand. The potentiality for Medium Term reduced MOD fares will be studied to determine if OCPT could Background: Orange County currently has a Mobility Manager provide the same level of service and continue to make role that is run through the Department of Aging and focuses improvements with decreased fare revenue. The viability of fare- solely on outreach to older adults and assisting with their free fixed route service will also be studied on a route-by-route transportation. However, Orange County could use a Mobility basis. With reduced fares, it is important that OCPT will have Manager that covers on-demand services, in addition to the role enough funds to continue future planning efforts. within the Department of Aging. Strategy Overview: Create a new Mobility Manager position that has a wider focus, one covering the management of all information and travel training needs for on-demand services. This person would oversee the application process for on- demand services and would be the primary contact for anything on-demand related in Orange County. This role could continue to be funded through 5310 grant funds, but the funds from this Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 16 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Capital Improvement Strategies Each capital improvement strategy represents a type of capital project with multiple locations recommended for each type. These strategies do not include capital projects that are required for basic operation of the transit service strategies, such as newr� bus stops for new services. Site locations were prioritized into medium and long term based on the evaluation matrix, inclusion of the projects in other adopted plans, and existing infrastructure at each site. The three types of capital improvement strategies NSF.UWWAAK include: � z , ■ Bus Stop Improvements ( 'i, , � . 0 ■ Rural Mobility Hubs .74 - o, �OranpS?! y ■ Walking Access to Transit - 0 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN BUS STOP IMPROVEMENTS Background: Bus stop improvements are an effective way to improve transit experience for riders. Bus stop improvements include various amenities, such as shelters or benches, and can be paired with capital improvement strategies on walking access to transit. Bus stops that have high ridership are often the targets of bus stop improvements since more riders will benefit from the improvements. Strategy Overview: Upgrades to existing bus stops, including amenities like a shelter, bench, passenger information, ADA upgrades, or establishing a new physical stop where passengers are currently boarding and alighting without any infrastructure. Medium Term Bus Stop Improvements d'`r o� ■ Mebane Community Park Proposed Locations Store R� ■ Cornelius St/Rainey Ave Q Bus Stop Improvement Cedar Grove ■ Orange Grove Road — Hillsborough ClrculatorA — H Ra ■ NC 86 Cornerstone Court Hillsborough Circulator B Mebane Circulator c� Data Sources:Orange County PuhlicTransit, J City of Mebane v7 Lebanon Rd rCD Mebane, 3' 70 1 Efland `\ Miles �0 Hillsborough y i OA ' a Miles Buckhorn Example of Improved Bus Stop Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 18 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN RURAL TRANSIT HUBS Background: Rural transit hubs are an effective way to improve the transit experience for residents of rural areas who may not have a large stop or transit hub nearby. These transit hubs are intended for low-density areas that are within MOD zones. Residents in rural areas may not be as familiar with transit options, so having a place where additional information can be provided is useful for rider understanding of the system and service options. Rural Transit Hubs Cd111 0 0° Strategy Overview: Locations in lower-density areas of Orange County Proposed Locations StOreRq with information on booking MOD rides and space to wait. Amenities A Rural Transit Hub Cedar Grove es �m — Hi llsborough Circulator A include bench, shelter, and informational signage. _ Hillsborough Circulator A 0a Mebane Circulator c Medium Term nrsn9ecouncyP.er.rransa n ■ Efland-Cheeks Community Center Leban on Rd • NC Driver's License Office a ■ Efland Hub Mebane; 08 0 0 0 0 EflandO 0 ■ Supper Club Blvd Miles 40 Hillsborough ■ Cedar Grove Community Center ,oA �a Long Term Buckhorn o ■ Fairview Park/Dorothy Johnson Community Center ■ Mebane Memorial Garden ■ Orange High School ■ NC 54/Mebane Oaks Road Eubanks a 0 ■ White Cross Hub ay e f°beksRd V� H c Fea .a Calvander stead R O a� 4 N � A o u 2M White Cross s4 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 19 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN r V N aloe 1 Example of Rural Transit Hub Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 20 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN WALKING ACCESS TO TRANSIT Background: For local services, transit riders typically walk between the bus stop and their home or final destination. Unsafe walking conditions can discourage transit use and limit the number of people orjobs accessible within the typical "walking distance" of a transit stop. Improving these walking conditions can help increase transit ridership and improve the safety of those traveling. Strategy Overview: Improve access to bus stops with pedestrian improvements such as sidewalks, safe crossings, and ADA upgrades. Medium Term C, Faucette Mill Road/Cornelius Street Walking Access to Transit �°�'r e ■ Proposed Locations Store +4, ■ NC 86 Aldi Walking Access to Transit Cedar Grove ■ Orange Grove Rd — Hillsborough Circula#orA ■ Mebane Food Lion Hillsborough Circulator B Mebane Circulator Long Term Q- Data Sources:Orange County Public Transit ■ N Scotswood Blvd (access to US sa 70/Food Lion stop) ■ NC 86 Cornerstone Court Lebdr+on Rd rt ■ Orange High School 0 Zba ao a° Miles �0 Efland Hillsborough i OA AN) ° 11e, Buckhorn Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 21 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN 5 SUMMARY The Orange County Short Range Transit Plan guides Long-term projects are proposed for after the SRTP time frame improvements to OCTS services and programs. Implementation and funding has not been identified: on the following short-term projects is planned to start in 2025: ■ Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 2 ■ Mobility on Demand Service Improvements ■ Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 2 ■ Discontinue Orange-Alamance Connector ■ MOD Service Span Expansion ■ Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 1 0 Rural Transit Hubs, at Fairview/Dorothy Johnson ■ Mebane Circulator Community Center, Mebane Memorial Garden, Orange ■ Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 1 High School, NC 54/Mebane Oaks Road, and White Cross ■ Alternative Fare Payment Hub ■ Transit Information Campaign ■ Walking Access to Transit, at N Scotswood Blvd (access to ■ Improve Demand Response Booking US 70/Food Lion stop), NC 86 Cornerstone Court, Orange High School Medium-term projects are planned for 2028 to 2030 and may require additional funding sources. These include: These projects will help to inform future transit planning efforts, such as the next Orange County Transit Plan update. ■ Demand Response Weekend Service ■ Hire Mobility Manager ■ Conduct Fare Study ■ Bus Stop Improvements, at Mebane Community Park, Cornelius St/Rainey Ave, Orange Grove Road, and NC 86 Cornerstone Court ■ Rural Transit Hubs, at Efland-Cheeks Community Center, NC Driver's License Office, Efland Hub, Supper Club Blvd, and Cedar Grove Community Center ■ Walking Access to Transit, at Faucette Mill Road/Cornelius St, NC 86 Aldi, Orange Grove Rd, and Mebane Food Lion Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 22 ORANGE COUNTYSHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN I pw } Appendix A: "1 Existing Conditio •5 y i K, 'r y i, y 'Sr ns L _ .F � 4 r •� . . Se. r • •er ' •k �•� •4 1'1 ,. ,5 r'r } { fir:. r r' r NNYGAARD ti 4„ _ -24 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Table of Contents Page 1 Introduction..................................................................................................................1-1 2 Review of Past Plans and Projects ..............................................................................2-1 3 Market Analysis ............................................................................................................3-2 TransitDemand............................................................................................................................................3-2 Equityand Transit Need............................................................................................................................3-8 TravelFlows................................................................................................................................................3-10 ActivityCenters..........................................................................................................................................3-13 4 Existing Service Assessment........................................................................................4-1 SystemOverview..........................................................................................................................................4-1 ServiceProfiles..............................................................................................................................................4-4 5 Transit Funding.............................................................................................................5-1 Expensesand Revenues............................................................................................................................5-1 FundingSources..........................................................................................................................................5-2 6 Opportunities................................................................................................................6-1 Appendix Al Review of Past Plans...................................................................................6-1 Table of Figures Page Figure 1: Transit Supportive Land Use Table..............................................................................................3-2 Figure2: Population Density.............................................................................................................................3-2 Figure 3: Orange County Jobs by Sector......................................................................................................3-3 Figure4: Employment Density.........................................................................................................................3-3 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Figure 5: Population and Employment Densities......................................................................................3-4 Figure 6: Population Density Change, 2020-2030....................................................................................3-5 Figure 7: Employment Density Change, 2020-2030.................................................................................3-6 Figure 8: Recent & Future Developments....................................................................................................3-7 Figure9: Transit Need .........................................................................................................................................3-8 Figure 10: Environmental Justice Communities of Concern.................................................................3-9 Figure 11: Weekday Trips, All Day...............................................................................................................3-11 Figure 12: Saturday Trips, All Day................................................................................................................3-11 Figure 13: Weekday Trips, AM Peak............................................................................................................3-12 Figure 14: Weekday Trips, Mid-Afternoon...............................................................................................3-12 Figure15: Activity Centers..............................................................................................................................3-13 Figure 16: OCTS Service Span and Frequency............................................................................................4-2 Figure 17: Annual Unlinked Passenger Trips by Service Type..............................................................4-2 Figure 18 Durham Tech OCC Park-and-Ride Bus Stop...........................................................................4-3 Figure 20: OCTS and Regional Fixed Route Bus Service........................................................................4-4 Figure 21: Average Daily Boardings by Hour, October...........................................................................4-5 Figure 22: Hillsborough Circulator Boardings............................................................................................4-5 Figure 23: Orange-Alamance Connector Boardings, October 2023..................................................4-6 Figure 24: Average Daily Boardings by Hour, February..........................................................................4-8 Figure 25: Orange-Chapel Hill Connector Boardings, February 2024...............................................4-8 Figure 26: Orange County Public Transit Options....................................................................................4-9 Figure 27: Demand Response Trips by Purpose, October 2023.......................................................4-11 Figure 28: Demand Response Average Daily Trips Per Hour, October 2023..............................4-11 Figure 29: ROAP Demand Response Trips, October 2023..................................................................4-12 Figure30: MOD Service Area.........................................................................................................................4-13 Figure 31: All Trips by Hour, October 2023..............................................................................................4-14 Figure 32: Mobility On Demand Destinations, October 2023...........................................................4-14 Figure 33: FY2022 and FY2023 OCTS Expenses.........................................................................................5-1 Figure 34: FY2022 and FY2023 OCTS Revenues........................................................................................5-2 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates ii Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY 1 INTRODUCTION The Orange County Short Range Transit Plan The focus of this Existing Conditions report is on the areas of (SRTP) guides the improvement of transit Orange County outside of the municipalities of Chapel Hill and Carrboro, which are served by Chapel Hill Transit. The analysis will services in Orange County through 2030. look at Hillsborough, Mebane, and the more rural areas of the Orange County Transportation Services (OCTS) provides fixed- county, identifying the opportunities and challenges in providing route bus, demand response, and microtransit services transportation services outside the Chapel Hill area. Analyses will throughout Orange County, NC. The changing conditions in the also include up to 10 miles outside of the Orange County borders, county—including new developments, rising population and jobs, which marks the fullest extent of OCTS's service area and includes and limited budgets—present an opportunity for OCTS to refine destinations in Durham and other surrounding counties. how transit investments are made. The SRTP will analyze existing Key findings for the Existing Conditions include: service performance and markets, evaluate strategies for ■ Orange County is growing and is focused on ensuring improving transit, and recommend a transit investment program planning efforts are inclusive of residents throughout the through Fiscal Year (FY) 2030. The SRTP will also guide future long entirety of the county. range planning efforts as the region continues to grow. ■ There is potential demand for fixed route transit both The Existing Conditions report is the first piece of the Orange within and between Hillsborough and Mebane. County SRTP. The report consists of five key chapters: ■ OCTS fixed route bus ridership has not fully recovered 1. A review of previous plans and projects that impact since the COVID-19 pandemic. transportation in Orange County, ■ Program-based demand response service fills a critical 2. An analysis of the underlying market conditions in Orange need in connecting rural residents with medical, County, employment, and shopping opportunities, but is limited 3. An analysis of the current services provided by OCTS, by eligibility requirements and high cost per rider. 4. A review of current and potential funding for OCTS ' Microtransit expands access to transit for the general services, and public but is currently underutilized. 5. A synthesis of the gaps and opportunities that can be There are opportunities to leverage existing funding addressed through the SRTP. sources more efficiently and identify new funding sources for improving transit. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 1-1 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY 2 REVIEW OF PAST PLANS AND PROJECTS Past plans establish a baseline understanding Burlington-Graham MPO (BGMPO) of transit projects and programs considered Comprehensive Transportation Plan (2022) or planned for Orange County and the region. BGMPO's Comprehensive Transportation Plan is the MPO's long- range plan that identifies major transportation needs and Reviewing past plans and projects is a critical first step to guiding solutions through 2050. The recommendations in this plan are not existing conditions work.The previously published plans and funded or fiscally constrained, unlike other regional policies reviewed included transit plans, climate plans, funding comprehensive plans. The plan includes recommendations for studies, and more, all of which focused on Orange County and/or transit infrastructure and service improvements for the Burlington, the surrounding region. The review focused on both specific Graham, and Mebane areas, with a few recommendations for transit service recommendations and higher-level funding and Orange County. These recommendations consist of creating a goals. Mebane Connector; a Mebane to Hillsborough Commuter Rail; This review sets the stage for the existing conditions analysis by enhancing service on the Orange-Alamance Connector; and providing a baseline and history of projects, changes, and future improving and adding new park and rides. visions. The following section provides a brief overview of the plans reviewed and the information that is directly relevant to the BGMPO 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan SRTP effort. The full review can be found in Appendix A. (2020) The BGMPO 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan is the Orange County Transit Plan (2017) and Update transportation plan for the Burlington-Graham region, which (2022) consists of the cities and towns of Burlington, Graham, Mebane, The Orange County Transit Plan from 2017 and its subsequent Elon, Gibsonville, Green Level, Haw River, Whitsett, Alamance; update in 2022 provide an overview of the county's transit goals Alamance County; and parts of Guilford and Orange Counties. through a single funding source. It includes information on This plan identifies the transportation needs over the next two service improvements that are planned to be funded through the decades and provides multimodal recommendations for County's transit tax for OCTS, GoTriangle, and Chapel Hill Transit. improvements. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 2-1 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY BGMPO Regional Transit Feasibility Study (2024) Orange County's Complete Streets and Vision The BGMPO Regional Transit Feasibility Study is an ongoing Zero Policies (2022) project that has recently completed its Operations and Fiscal Orange County's Complete Streets and Vision Zero Policies were Impact Analyses. This report contains recommendations and adopted in October 2022. The Vision Zero Policy states that the opportunities for transit funding at the local and consolidated locality will aim to meet the state's safety targets of a 50% level and an assessment of transit tax's government structure and reduction of fatalities and serious injuries by 2035, and a 100% funding. reduction by 2050. The Complete Streets Policy, which was adopted in tandem with the Vision Zero plan, strives to Orange County Climate Action Plan (2023) encourage the design and construction of safer and more The Orange County Climate Action Plan is the guiding document equitable streets and shift towards multi-mobility. for county-wide greenhouse gas reduction. This document offers a comprehensive set of strategies that are in line with state Orange County Transportation Services Title VI regulations. Transit-specific strategies revolve around increased Plan (2022) on-demand service and converting the existing vehicle fleet to an Orange County Transportation Services Title VI Plan overviews the all-electric fleet. Title VI standards and processes that OCTS must abide by. The Connect 2050: The Research Triangle Region's document includes transit service standards for OCTS, including that all fixed-route services have between 30- and 45-minute Metropolitan Transportation Plan (2022) headways with plans to reduce these to between 15- and 30- Connect 2050 is the long-range transportation plan for the minutes. Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) and the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Orange County Transportation Services ADA Organization (DCHC MPO). The transit-related components of this Paratransit Plan (2022) plan focus on improvement of local and regional transit facilities The Orange County Transportation Services ADA Paratransit Plan and services and improving accessibility and ease of use of transit outlines the standards that OCTS must meet to provide sufficient for all users. ADA and paratransit services. OCTS currently exceeds the required service standards for coverage and abides by all federally mandated standards. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 2-2 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY GoTriangle Short-Range Transit Plan (2023) pedestrian changes. For Orange County, major public GoTriangle's SRTP recommends a series of transit service transportation recommendations include the Durham-Orange improvements for the Triangle region up to FY2028. The Light Rail Transit and the North-South Corridor Bus Rapid recommendations included simplification of routes (including the Transit—a rapid transit route that runs along NC-86 and US 15- 420 and ODX) and expansion of 15-minute all-day routes. 501 from Eubanks to Southern Village. Chapel Hill Short-Range Transportation Plan City of Mebane Comprehensive Transportation (2020) Plan (2018) Chapel Hill Transit's 2020 SRTP provides a roadmap for transit The City of Mebane's Comprehensive Transportation Plan is a improvements in Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the next ten years. multi-modal plan that covers roadway, public transportation, and Recommendations include service expansion and demand- bicycle and pedestrian travel. The Plan recommends a circulator response zone additions. bus route for Mebane, which would run through the main part of the City, covering key destinations, such as parks, schools, DCHC MPO Comprehensive Transportation Plan community centers, and commercial destinations along the route. (2017) There is additional demand for service to Alamance Community College and to have connections to other regional routes. The DCHC MPO Comprehensive Transportation Plan is a long- range transportation plan that covers the region and outlines plans to be implemented through 2040. The modes that the plan covers are highway, public transportation, rail, bicycle, and Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 2-3 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY 3 MARKET ANALYSIS This chapter explores the underlying demand ' Based on an analysis of travel patterns amongst all modes of transportation, most trips take place within for transit and transportation services in municipalities. There is also relatively strong travel Orange County using the region's geography, demand along the Mebane-Hillsborough corridor. demographics, and built environment. TRANSIT DEMAND The Market Analysis consists of four components: A main factor in determining the demand for transit is density: ■ Transit Demand: Looking at where people live and work, where people live and work, and how those areas are both currently and as the region grows concentrated. As shown in Figure 1, population and employment ■ Equity and Transit Need: Identifying the socioeconomic density may be used to indicate an appropriate level of transit characteristics that influence transit use and where those service.Areas that are higher density may be able to support characteristics are more common more frequent fixed route transit, while areas with lower density ■ Travel Flows: Mapping how people travel to, from, and may be better suited for demand response services. within Orange County Figure 1:Transit Supportive Land Use Table ■ Activity Centers: Identifying key destinations and trip generators for transit Residents Jobs Appropriate Frequency Land Use Type per Acre per Acre Types of Transit of Service Key takeaways from the Market Analysis include: �y Alm-0 f ert ;—}� ® 30-60 nuts ■ Population density and transit demand is greatest in the NeighBerhdeotls to-75 5-ro Local Micro- minutes eus transit Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, and Mebane areas. + eb ebrdt � � 60 mins The rest of the county is rural, where demand-response Lew Density 2-10 2-5 * or less or Micro- Ridesharevolunteer OnPemand services may be more suitable than fixed-route transit. transit Driver Pgm ■ Most of the employment density is located within towns °�R�r+�! ��' �z � � on Demand Rideshare Volu Pgm and cities and along major corridors. Service jobs make up the largest share of jobs in the county. Sour—Thresholds based on reerch by Neison\Nygzard These densities broadly indicate demand across contiguous areas, and act cumulatively to drive demand for transit. Clusters of Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-2 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY density throughout an area or along a corridor are strong Figure 2: Population Density indicators of demand, while an isolated pocket of high density alone in a rural area would not produce sufficient demand itself. ------------------------------------------------------- To represent the distribution of people and jobs more accurately, this analysis uses "developed acres" to calculate density, which is s, 49 defined as the area within a quarter-mile buffer from roadways. Garr Data for transit demand was sourced mainly from DCHC MPO, Caldwell d� o which forecasted population and employment data as part of the s'°re Rd O Cedar Grove c 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), including estimates O O 3 for the 2020 base year and 2030 interim year, at the Traffic e Pa S°h/ey9 Analysis Zone (TAZ) level. However, more recent population data \¢ S-' is available from the 2022 American Community Survey, which is rmc at�s Rd Lebanon Rd used as a reference for growth. Additional data on development : Tat Mebaue a was provided by Orange County and Mebane agencies. °° a ,a °° 4a Efland .>!'CT C ".W Hillsboruu,.y gh �+` ;q Where People Live Buckhorn "7}. Y As shown in Figure 2, population density in Orange County in Did"G'° r �l� 2020 was concentrated in the municipalities of Chapel Hill, 9eGoeQ° �eQ�ot`��a Col, s9� Carrboro, Mebane, and Hillsborough: o` Nevl 40 Mt Sinai Rd ■ In Hillsborough, denser areas are not clustered together, Eubanks *Qa 5°' but located throughout the municipality with less dense c° Euba��SRd*`•� IDurham+e D � wry V. .„ � c areas between them. o e RdLa stead Calvander r�b ■ Mebane's population density is mainly concentrated in iii Esr d: " White Cross Alamance County, with some higher density pockets in Population Density(2020) People per Acre ChapelrHi I t 54 Orange County. 0.5 carr, sl 'a"'F 0.5-1 Old Greensboro Rd ■ Density changes sharply at the county border with 1-2 Pa �a� I Durham, likely due to differing zoning and development 25■5- _ °es y ■l0a .E sot e,C i H h histories. ---"- -' ' Data Sources:OCHC MRMO ----------->----- - N a ° t znaee Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-2 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Where People Work Figure 4: Employment Density -------------- - -- ______ __________________________________r___. The geographic distribution of job density in Orange County in 2020 (Figure 4) is largely similar to population density, with the m 48 highest density areas in Mebane, Hillsborough, and Chapel Hill- Carrboro: r Cal 4 Store Rolco n ■ Employment in Hillsborough is densest in the southeast 01, area of the town. Ra 3� G°na e y9a ■ Mebane employment density is clustered along 1-40, in o �a the southern portion of the municipality. There are few a e, o° as s jobs outside of these areas. Lebanpn Rd Mebane $ _ Jobs not only generate demand from the employees that travel there to work, but also from the potential customers, clients, and " `° Hillsbor0j ti6 patients that visit a business.Jobs in the service and retail sectors s °° tend to generate travel demand at higher rates than industry or771 office jobs. In 2020, 59% of Orange County jobs were in service a Old"°'° P � and retail sectors (Figure 3). e Figure 3: Orange County Jobs by Sector a oao9 Nei 40 ",Sinai Ra cQJ sm Industry, 10% a c EuhaoKS Rd �� } c o Of s,,a'Ra ��M d Service, Office, Estes0Sy. 44% 30% Employment Density 54 , Jobs per Acre \ rn. Opel Hill <0.5 Carrboro ram - `' ti. Retail, °.b-, r" 15% 1-2 Old Greensboro Rd Ra e° >► 2-e E s"' a es m Cap ■10+ y sp, r�n4 Oata Seurces:OCHC MP02020 ° i 2Miies N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-3 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Figure 5: Population and Employment Densities Population and Employment --------------------------------------- Density Together ` Together, population and employment density give a more a complete picture of potential demand for transit. Figure 5 shows the combined population and employment densities by TAZ. Blue 0a1s e" tore Ro areas on the map signify areas with high employment density but O 3= lower population density, while orange represents areas with 0 S`b'y9 higher population density and lowerjob density. Darker brown a d a a r� areas have high densities of both employment and population. O Cam°` I Lebanon Rd o 3 S MzVs Rd Areas with both high population and employment density a Mebane include: ` ■ Downtown Hillsborough ® Hillsborough ■ Southwest Mebane ° ■ 1-40 and 1-85 corridors Old NC,G Areas of high employment and population density do not always G,o eQa "' -live;s align, with pockets of high employment density further from the a o`ao9a He� °° Mt Sinai Rd ; 9a downtown cores and some isolated areas of residential density. Areas with mismatched densities include: Euba�" Rd _ ■ Employment density in Hillsborough is concentrated in a ¢stead Rd isa many of the pockets of lower population densitY w;i �Es 0 X0 ■ Downtown Mebane has greater population density, while Population and * (� g P P Y, Employment \ tYr '1Chapel Hillu � ,, so"icy Densities is concentrated arrb° employmentalong � "ham' ► "' �, g 1-40. 1 M■■■ Old Greensboro Rd �M a r M M __ People per Acre - rn Ch __ ______ c Data Sourcea OCHC MP02020 ° i 2Mllea N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-4 ORANGE COUNTY Existing Conditions SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Regional Growth Figure 6: Population Density Change,2020-2030 --- -------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ --- The Triangle Region is growing rapidly, with new housing, mixed- use developments, and job centers being planned and approved m O throughout Orange County. Using the Triangle Regional Model's 2030 projections, based on the 2020 base year, the Market r` Analysis can identify areas likely to see significant growth of ^Sr°r°Rtl a O demand for transit within the SRTP timeframe. 3= `e 0a Sohiay9 Population Change e, �r The Triangle Regional Model projected an 11% increase in �� St MatVs Rd Lebanon Rd a population between 2020 and 2030 in Orange County, growing to ! a Mebane just over 150,000 residents. According to 2022 American Community Survey Data, the population has already surpassed Hillsborough r that number, with the county as a whole growing at a faster rate than the Chapel Hill municipality. a, �� 08 Old NC 10 � Figure 6 shows the growth in number of people per acre. Outside of Chapel Hill, there is growth of greater than 0.5 more people of 40 At Sinai Rd per acre in southern Hillsborough, downtown Mebane, and °Qa sat between Hillsborough and Durham along NC-10. Because this r map reflects change in density, it does not reflect the rate of Eubaa�sR growth throughout the different regions of the county, and may °steadR,, 1 obscure the impact of developments in large TAZs. a 0-41 so Ahapel Hf l 1 11 I Population Change Carrboro Growth In People per Acre ' os c 0.5 Old Greensboro Rd sot 0.5-1 ttd Qa ■1-2 Eatt`1 m r d � ■2-5 ............ ' ■5 .. .E sot siCh Data Sources:DCK MP02020-2030 Q o 1 2Ml1ea Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-5 ORANGE COUNTY Existing Conditions SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Employment Change Figure 7: Employment Density Change,2020-2030 -------------;---------------------------'------------------------------- Based on the Triangle Regional Model, employment is projected to increase at a greater rate than population, with a 19% increase in jobs in Orange County between 2020 and 2030 to about 89,000 jobs. Newer data from the US Census estimates a greater number of jobs than the Triangle Regional Model. Score Ro O As seen in Figure 7, most of this growth is likely to be O O 3 Soblsy concentrated near the UNC Chapel Hill campus and hospitals, and a Pa between Chapel Hill and Durham. Southern Mebane is also O expected to see an increase in employment density, while most ofso sRd Lebanon Rd " StHaN Orange County will likely not see a large increase in employment a density. Similar to the population density change map, not all job Mebane ° Q ,6 growth is reflected in the density map. Hillsborough pA a�a '0 4m5 �,NUIa 65 Old NC 10 a as o K'0 o, °11411 a o 9° �S,oQ 49v o� Ne 40 lit Sinai Rd O � rr EubaaMS RAC ,. � � ostead,Md j�� E ui O a 5A �e9Oo I 'Employment Change Carrboro C$iapel Hill Grow[h in Jobs per AcreTO L G.5 Old Greensboro Rd 5or 0.5-1 Oa Qn ■,_2 °tCl m 2-5 -----=-------■5 a E 5p1 /Ob - _______.__� Data so c.:pcxcnao204n-2D3a 3 N a o i znnes Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-6 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Planned Developments Figure 8: Recent&Future Developments _________________________________-------------_-----------------------------------_____r___. Along with the MPO and Census data, planned developments show where population and employment growth will likely occur O P O over the course of the SRTP timeframe. Figure 8 shows theCarr location and size of key economic and residential developments r` Caldwell in Mebane and Orange County, including districts with economic c°'Storand m81 development plans. Cedar Grove O 3 e Pa schly9a Mebane expects to see a high number of both residential and non-residential developments, and residential developments are planned for southern Hillsborough as well. The 1-40 corridor y�" St M¢t is Rd Lebanon Rd between Hillsborough and Mebane is also likely to see large non- a Mebane' residential developments and is zoned to encourage continuing Q a vo •� �•Efland� m economic growth. ' MII� �,' Hillsborough tim Buckhorn� - B O Old NC io ° a ¢ vc o Gt°, Qm swal%is ¢ o a m"' a aC' qv o N 4o Mt Sinai Rtl zQ° sal sc = Eubanks �C\; o Eubaa*s Rd Durham k ¢stead Ra Calvander F Estas RecentB Future Developments white Cross O �r Residential Chapel Hill O Non-Residential Carrbor0 Estimated Sq Footage per Development Old Greensboro Rd Ra oa 1m ]m 5m et�l Ile look sock J ' .Economic Development District ---------------- _ Ch N 4 'E � 0_____ ______________?_____- DataSources:orange County,CiNaf Mebane a o i znies�N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-7 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY EQUITY AND TRANSIT NEED Figure 9:Transit Need ---- ---------------- -----4 While total population and employment density are crucial to understanding transit demand, the demographics and P 49 socioeconomic characteristics of the population are also a key o6 component in identifying the need for transit services. Many r` population groups, often those historically and currently storeRd 5' marginalized, rely on transit more than the general public. To plan O 86 3 transit equitably, transit agencies should focus their investments e Pa schyay9a c` on areas with high populations of these communities. 5) V`lJ -oe Vs Rd There are multiple ways to identify and measure equity needs for I Lebanon Rd y St"a transit, and this report uses two distinct approaches: a Transit if M�Meb'z e a = Needs Index and Environmental Justice Communities of Concern. J0 , a4.Ai:. 40 Hillsborough j `N�( The Transit Needs Index looks at the population and density of � �+ key demographic groups, while the Environmental Justice analysis ° a 5� looks at percentages, leading to different areas of emphasis in Old NC ,IM each analysis. In addition the Environmental Justice analysis is "I\ based on an existing dataset from the DCHC MPO and focuses ao9 •�w� 9a f a solely on Orange County, while the Transit Needs Index has a o MN6 a MtSina;Rn 110 wider geographic focus and was calculated for the purpose of this 54 = � cQb <1 Market Analysis. Yin ks R ste tlR ` Fe w+na,��_r d� Transit Needs IndexYpj : E6,AMW '► �'�� Chapel Hill The Transit Needs Index measures the densityof socioeconomic _ . 54 Transit Need Carrboro Composite density of zero-vehicle t < an groups that would most benefit from improved transit services for households,minorities,lower-income Old Greensbpro Rd 46 In population, �� <_ 501 r - population,older adults,and population - withadisability both fixed route and demand response. To calculate the index, FT Loweigher census block groups are assigned a score of 1 to 5 for each of the Need Need r H following groups, based on the relative density of that group in °9ta5°""°s:A°5z6YP5Ya6""'m"" Orange County, and summed for a final composite score: Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-8 ORANGE COUNTY Existing Conditions SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN ■ Zero vehicle households Figure 10: Environmental Justice Communities of Concern ---------------- • Racial and ethnic minorities ■ People with low incomes (below federal poverty level) ■ Older adults (65+) ■ People with disabilities Cd l Store Ra O Figure 9 shows areas of high potential transit need, with darker colors indicating higher than average densities of multiple target populations. Areas with the highest transit need include most of ce Chapel Hill and parts of Carrboro, downtown and southern Hillsborough, and most of Mebane. eb M d� y ytYs RA 11aW-n Rd St r;� s Environmental Justice illsbov-"r.'ou gh The DCHC MPO incorporates Environmental Justice (EJ) into all �♦ °tom aspects of its planning process, working to ensure the fair lade rl treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of G"" -j �s a r� race, color, national origin, or income.' The MPO identifies GoePa specific Environmental Justice Communities of Concern to target: a "a C� Mt Sin �Ra ' 91 o` �Qa ■ Racial and Ethnic MinoritiesJa 64 — Black Population EubaoKs Rd } n stead R — Hispanic Population ■ People with Low Incomes (below Federal Poverty Level) Environmental ■ Older Adults (65+) Justice Areas 1 ��� Chapel Hill tF,.. Areas"Overlap Wrr aryfb0Overlap Greensboro Rd ■ Zero Vehicle Households loved.,20vedapF B� ■ Population with Limited-English Proficiency ■30verlap ,oyes r J Pc ■4-Overlap y h l Data Source.:NCDOT 2020 ,11 De..graphip Saapeho, , snhes`Nv Q ' https://www.dchcmpo.org/work-with-us/environmental-justice-ej Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-9 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY The environmental justice analysis identifies Communities of Trips between Eubanks and Chapel Hill stand out during Concern based on County thresholds for the percentage of the peak commute times certain socioeconomic groups within each area. These thresholds As shown Figure 12, Saturday travel flows are slightly more locally focus on percentage of a population, rather than density, contained than weekday, and lower overall, but follow similar highlighting the presence of environmental justice communities patterns to the weekday travel flows. Strong travel flows occur in the more rural areas of the county. between: As shown in Figure 10, Communities of Concern are located E Mebane and the tracts on the western edge of Orange throughout Orange County, especially in the northwest and east, County, including the communities of Buckhorn and as well as in the denser municipalities. While the rural areas may Efland not have the density to support fixed route transit services, there are still communities that may need access to public Northeast Orange County and Hillsborough transportation. ■ Downtown Hillsborough and surrounding communities Many of the existing transit services in Orange County, operated TRAVEL FLOWS by both OCTS and GoTriangle, only operate for parts of the day. As shown in Figure 13 and Figure 14, travel patterns during the Using data from Replica that models average daily traffic patterns morning peak and mid-afternoon on weekdays differ only slightly. of trips on all modes of transportation, the following maps show general flows of travel between census tracts in Spring 2023. During the morning peak, between 7 and 9 AM, travel patterns are mostly similar to the travel flows of the full day, with strong On an average weekday, the strongest travel flows were typically trip links within Chapel Hill and Hillsborough (Figure 13). Unlike within the municipalities, with weaker flows across longer full day travel patterns, there are some stronger long-distance distances (Figure 11). Key travel flows outside the municipalities connections, including Durham to Chapel Hill and Chatham include: County to Chapel Hill. Travel flows are slightly lower during the ■ Trips to the center of Hillsborough from surrounding midday period (Figure 14) than in the morning. Mebane to areas Buckhorn continue to see strong travel flows. Trips to and from ■ Thousands of trips occur each day from the communities Durham are concentrated more in the north of Chapel Hill, rather between Mebane and Hillsborough (such as Efland and than to and from UNC. Flows on the US 70 and 1-40 corridor Buckhorn) into Mebane and Hillsborough, where much of between Hillsborough and Mebane remain strong. the previously discussed developments are located Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-10 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE ROUNT ANSIT AY Figure 11:Weekday Trips,All Day Figure 12: Saturday Trips,All Day Ise PERSON Ise PERSON 119 1119) o sal oson 88 c Oxfp'tl.Htl 96 Oxa�dRtl C ASWELL m CASWELL 15] 15] He/eoa Mor/„A e/eqa Mor/an Rtl ptl �a Qa m 5) 49 A 5] e'Rtl e'Ra :F 501 501 119 Qa sCh/y 119 Sch/ e qtl e� y Fi ea 1V`'Rd a ea yrRd Burlington Burlington �Hmt )e Mebane ]o Mebane Graham Hillsborough 70 Graham 49 Hillsborough D U-R.H.A.M D U.R.H.A.M C BS BS AL.AMAN'CE an es d pLAMAN'CE 4e es �0. w ad Q Comm s4 ed crmm �o ORANGE od Durham ORANGE ,Pd Durham Vo �o set 54 a BBS Chapel Hill m " Chapel Hill - emm gpesbmra Chapel HR1 Rd 4e 'e 0 mm,,bol.Cha el R711 Rd E-6r Old Greensboro Rd yi FGr. D m' Old Greensboro Rd E—`�1 4 _ Qm Qa c y � 1 w l i LYsrra R � cyst e R Travel Patterns n Morrisville Travel Patterns ° Morrisville Wekdays All Day Saturdays All Day Betweencensus 55 Be[ween Census Tracts Tracts C HIAT H A M C HiAT H A M 55 500-1,000 a] 0 —500-1,000 8 Gary 1,000-2,000 ao1 O WAKE 1,000-2,000 set yr0 WAKE F �2,000-5,000 sooss 2,000-5,000 5,000+ d' Apex 5,000+ &' Apex ❑Census Tracts N.Smin.. Census Tracts ources:Re Iica2025 9 ne 0 p � Oa[a Sources:Replica 2025 is N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-11 Existing Conditions SHSHORT RANGE TRANSIT COUNTY Figure 13:Weekday Trips,AM Peak Figure 14:Weekday Trips, Mid-Afternoon O PERSON Ise O PERSON tin pa pa B6 ° OX/osC.Rtl 8B ° OX/osdRtl CASWELL m� CASWELL m� 157 s Heleod Mori He/eod Mor/ ay kd ah Htl ea ea tl9 µpa �/ Sch/� 501 a9 µpa � Sch/� sol d ° d 86 `Burlington a `Burlington �o Mebne �o Mebane Graham 40 Hillsborough Graham 40 Hillsborough 70 00 Ll - 0 U.R.H.A.M ' 0 U.R.H.A.M C f' f' as as AL.AMAN'CE / \ 40 ' j es ad AL.AMA WC ^ .,� \40 6s gd Yr m mop ORANGE :tea burh am. mop ORANGE � d Durum, yq y 66 /�'� 1~ fee BBS e c L\1 '= � pie 501 � 1. \l/ � BBS e m° a°tiara h Chapel Hill a Xhapel Hill 1i". m a G a 5 C dpe1 Hl11 Rtl rl 40 'E m6 aaCSberc Chd e1H111 Rd �„ - i 40 "EE F-r Old Greensboro Rd £-`mr. 4, E-Gr p Old Greensboro Rd t�' j \m 4 J 7 Q° �./ ram. ' `t- Qa; 1 ✓I Bp /� � Lysfra Bp Travel Patterns Lysfra Morrisville Travel Patterns Morrisville Weekdays AM Peaky-Bel C HEAT H A M Weekdays Midday(1-3p) C HiAT H A M Between Census Tracts ss Between Census Tracts ss 50-150 B1 50-150 8 Cary 150-300 sal 9 WAKE s�150-300 sot s4o WAKE i a�300-500 sae 300-500 500+ 64 =500+ Apex � Apex Census Tracts ❑Census Tracts Gate Sources:Replica2023 0 2s 5niies Oats Sources:Replica 2023 0 M smi- N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-12 TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN ACTIVITY CENTERS Figure 15:Activity Centers PERSON Some activity centers generate additional demand for transit that "s �a are not captured by the previous density analyses.As shown in rr °°dRtl CASWELL m Figure 15, major activity centers and points of interest in the Orange County service area include: He,p a no,ahRd ■ Higher Education campuses, including UNC Chapel Hill ----- -----------------=------------- and Durham Technical Community College in Pa Hillsborough O ■ Government/Civic institutions, such as social services J .sr0'e Re departments, town halls, and DMV locations ■ Hospitals and Dialysis, including UNC Hospitals int £ O Rd Burlington 0 s hat9s Chapel Hill and Hillsborough, and multiple dialysis centers -M.bane ■ Recreation/Community centers, including parks, Graham Hillsborough DURHAM stadiums, senior centers, and recreation centers, such as C ea ALAMANCE 41 the Passmore Center ® e ORANGE Durham ■ Shopping destinations, including shopping centers such as Patterson Place and Tanger Outlets, as well as O o 0 9m`° destinations like Walmart Supercenters os F 8e m� so Chap,el•Hill ■ Transit facilities including the Eubanks Park and Ride EGr¢¢°sboro Chapel H}tlRtl Lo Old Greensboro Rd 0 Qsr Many of these activity centers are clustered in more densely populated areas, such as downtown Hillsborough and Chapel Hill, ------------- ' Major Activity Centers Lysr a ed Morrisville or along key travel corridors. However, with the distributed rural Higher Education CHATHAM Gowrn population of Orange County, residents often need to travel ticl�m O Helical O Medical Cary ationicommunity WAKE sm 540 longer distances from less dense areas to the areas of more p Recreation concentrated activity to access healthcare, grocery stores, and ®Transit U Apex Orange County Public Transit Routes social services. Ga,aSaaroes:GraageCaang NMI,TransR o ,s aM„. N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3-13 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY 4 EXISTING SERVICE ASSESSMENT The Existing Service Assessment looks at the The Orange-Chapel Hill Connector runs between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill during the middle of the day current state of transportation services when Chapel Hill Transit's Route 420 is not running. There offered by OCTS, identifying trends in service could be opportunities to improve efficiency by ensuring delivery and usage. there is no duplicate service. ■ OCTS's on-demand service is underutilized, possibly due This analysis consists of two key components, a System Overview, to the rider registration process and lack of information which explores OCTS's services as a holistic network, and Service available directly on OCTS's website. Profiles, which delves deeper into each individual service offered by OCTS. SYSTEM OVERVIEW Some key takeaways from the existing service assessment are: ■ OCTS offers service in the form of three fixed routes— Services Available Hillsborough Circulator, Orange-Alamance Connector, and Orange-Chapel Hill Connector—and demand OCTS operates the following services: response. ■ Three fixed routes: Hillsborough Circulator, Orange- ■ Ridership on OCTS's fixed route and demand response Alamance Connector, Orange-Chapel Hill Connector services has not recovered from the decrease due to the ■ Rural Demand Response Service COVID-19 pandemic. E Mobility on Demand microtransit service ■ The Hillsborough Circulator is OCTS's highest performing ■ ADA Complementary Paratransit fixed route. Utilizing only one vehicle, the route runs hourly as that is the time it takes for the vehicle to Each OCTS route and service has different hours of operation, complete the loop, ultimately resulting in the route though all fixed route buses are scheduled to operate hourly frequently running late. throughout their service period. Figure 16 depicts the service span and frequency for the three fixed route services as well as the two ■ The Orange-Alamance connector is currently partially demand response service types. suspended and covered by demand response service. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-1 TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN Figure 16: OCTS Service Span and Frequency Service Performance Weekday Hillsborough Circulator Ridership on OCTS's demand response services declined Drange-Alamance Connector Drange-Chapel Hill Connector significantly in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and RDAPDemand Response continued to decline in 2021. Fixed route ridership did not see the Mobility On Demand same steep decline in 2020 but decreased in 2018 and again in SaturdayGA 7 0 9 10 2021 (Figure 21). Mobilirr on Demand The pandemic and resulting changes to commute patterns, paired with vehicle and driver shortage challenges at the agency, have 7(Fridays 7only) led to significant on-the-ground changes to the services being offered in recent years. These changes include route suspensions and service hour changes, often without significant advertisement to the public. These challenges and changes make exact comparisons over time difficult on the level of an individual route or service. Figure 17:Annual Unlinked Passenger Trips by Service Type 60,000 Neighboring Transit Services 50,000 Along with OCTS, three other transit agencies operate bus routes 40,000 in Orange County: Piedmont Authority for Regional 30,000 Transportation (PART), GoTriangle, and Chapel Hill Transit. OCTS 20,000 also operates in neighboring Alamance County, which is served primarily by Alamance County Transportation Authority (ACTA) 10,000 and Link Transit. 0 PART operates transit service in the counties to the west of 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Orange and runs one route that extends into Orange County. tFixed Route tDemand Response PART Route 4 offers service from UNC Chapel Hill to Mebane Cone Health Park and Ride, and to Graham, Burlington, and Source: FTA NTD Greensboro. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-2 TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN GoTriangle serves Durham, Orange, and Wake Counties with six OCTS serves the Mebane Cone Health Park-and-Ride and the all-week and all-day routes, four peak-only routes on weekdays, Durham Tech OCC Park-and-Ride on the Orange-Alamance and 7 regional express routes that run during peak hours all week. Connector, and the Durham Tech OCC Park-and-Ride by the Two routes serve similar corridors to OCTS routes:the ODX and Orange-Chapel Hill Connector. the 420. The ODX is an express route that serves Hillsborough, Figure 18 Durham Tech OCC Park-and-Ride Bus Stop Efland, Mebane, and Durham during mornings and evenings. This route runs hourly at peak times, with three trips in the morning and three in the afternoon. Route 420 is a peak-only regional route that runs from UNC Chapel Hill to Hillsborough. Chapel Hill Transit is a fare-free radial transit service based around the UNC Chapel Hill campus. Chapel Hill Transit operates 20 fixed routes, 9 of which operate all week and the other 11 operate on weekdays only. These routes facilitate local travel , ` p Y Y - within Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Transit Amenities and Facilities 3 >:z OCTS's bus stop amenities vary based on the size of the bus stop and nearby amenities. Working with GoTriangle, the two transit providers have made stop improvements in Orange County and the greater region. GoTriangle actively updates their Stop Improvement Map on their website with completed and in- progress bus stop amenity improvements. Shelters vary in size depending on the location, with larger shelters typically being placed at the end-of-line and park-and- rides and smaller shelters being placed at high volume ridership locations mid-route where space allows. The style of bench can also vary, with larger benches being placed inside of or nearby shelters and smaller seats located on the bus stop pole. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-3 TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN SERVICE PROFILES Figure 19: OCTS and Regional Fixed Route Bus Service ------------------- Fixed Route F `/ 07 OCTS provides both regional and local service with its fixed route o- buses, shown in Figure 20. The Hillsborough Circulator is a local Carr >°o Stare Rry c� Is] route serving key destinations in Hillsborough. Two regional connector routes, the Orange-Alamance Connector and the "a d�Qa ag Orange-Chapel Hill Connector, connect Hillsborough with other regional destinations and fill a midday gap for peak-only a� GoTriangle bus routes, with additional local service stops. Lebanon Rd 3 Fares are charged for the two connector routes, at a cost of $2.00 Mebane for the general public, $1.00 for students between ages 6 and 17, Hillsborough e and free for seniors (older than 60), children (younger than 5), persons with disabilities (ADA certified from OCTS or another transit agency). Fares must be paid using UMO Pass or a Old NC Jo Passenger ID card. Cash is not an option for fare payment on OCTS routes. The Hillsborough Circulator is free to ride. Mt Sinai Rd Analysis focuses on data from October 2019 and October 2023 _ r° 50, where available, but technological and operational difficulties ,Echo°µSRtlLa were limiting factors to the robustness of the ridership and trip a data. On-time performance is only available as an estimate for the o sa Hillsborough Circulator, and there is limited recent ridership data for the Connector routes. Improving data collection would Chapel Hill Car rboro u' g"$ support a more robust analysis in future studies. Routes in orange County �Hillsborough Circulator Old Greensboro Rd Orange-Chapel Hill Connector Ra _2a Orange-Alantance Connector ate m y GoTriangle Routes Chapel Hill Transit Routes "--- - n Ch PART Routes - Os[a Sourres:Orange Counry Pubric Tranan, Remlx,Mailbox Q o t 2nies Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-4 TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN Hillsborough Circulator Figure 21: Hillsborough Circulator Boardings Route Description Fa° m cP,P The Hillsborough Circulator is a one-way loop that serves major Ra destinations in the town of Hillsborough, operating hourly Monday through Friday from 7 am to 5 pm. The route operates P with one vehicle, taking one hour to complete each loop. No fare J,Cormellus St 70 aty* is charged to ride the Hillsborough Circulator. Route Performance S' Latimer St 1 N W TrYo°St J u W.King,St � Ridership on the circulator has recovered to approximately 78% Hillsborough 70 of pre-pandemic levels, with 1,042 boardings in October 2023 compared to 1,342 boardings in October 2019. As seen in Figure 21, boardings in 2023 are more evenly distributed throughout the day, with higher activity in the midday, compared to a previous J °^ AM and afternoon peak in 2019. Figure 20:Average Daily Boardings by Hour,October Qa as 12 OaXtlala,Or r 10 8 40 Z 6 Hillsborough Circulator Boardings f`� 4 o°mberzoza �e �, or 2 ncwny Hi,'mhgl 0 Hillsborouq„Circulator Data Sources:°range fuunryPublir iransil 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 4:00 5:00sHla, I'v AM AM AM AM AM PM PM PM PM PM PM ■2019 ■2023 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-5 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Figure 22 shows where boardings are concentrated along the Orange-Alamance Connector Hillsborough Circulator. High ridership areas include: ■ Large apartment complexes, including Gateway Village Route Description and Coachwood apartments on Cheshire Drive and Eno The Orange-Alamance Connector is a fixed-route service that Haven Apartments connected activity centers in Hillsborough, Efland, and Mebane ■ Key shopping destinations, including the Hillsborough during the weekday midday period when the peak-only Walmart and Rebecca Drive Food Lion GoTriangle Orange-Durham Express (ODX) is not operating. Due ■ Triangle Sportsplex and Passmore Center to low ridership, the route is currently operating as an on-demand There are distributed hoardings along the downtown portions of service, where riders would call the County to receive a ride along the route, and some limited ridership at other key stops.At key the fixed alignment. When in full operation, the Orange-Alamance timepoint stops, 16% of trips arrived more than 5 minutes after Connector ran bi-directional hourly service between 10 AM and 3 their scheduled times. PM Monday to Friday. Figure 22: Orange-Alamance Connector Boardings,October 2023 Opportunities 11 The Hillsborough Circulator connects the denser downtown = environment, apartment complexes, and major shopping destinations, but operates in a challenging built environment ORANGE outside of these main destinations. Ensuring the route takes the Efland-CheaNs �gmmgn,yCanfar 14 a°artlings most direct path possible to the key ridership areas is essential in =� „shone 70 Efiend gPa improving reliability and on-time performance. Return trips are ; „abanaC°na Hillsborough Naelfh Parka Ritlq made less direct by the nature of a one-way loop, especially when Hillsb°rqugA the route operates only hourly. A counter-loop with expanded I o ° rdna -,I o 9°am nq ALAMANCE service hours is planned for the upcoming fiscal year, providing shorter travel times and more flexibility. ° Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-6 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Route Performance Orange-Chapel Hill Connector The Orange-Alamance Connector was the lowest performing OCTS fixed-route service pre-pandemic, with 45 total boardings in Route Description October 2019. In October 2023, operating as an on-demand The Orange-Chapel Hill Midday Connector (OCH), also known as service, 16 trips were attributed to the Orange-Alamance the "Hill to Hill", connects Hillsborough and Chapel Hill during the Connector. As shown in Figure 23, all but two of those boardings weekday AM peak and the midday period when the peak-only were at the Efland-Cheeks Community Center. GoTriangle Route 420 is not operating. The OCH operates along Hwy 86, serving downtown Hillsborough, UNC Hospital Opportunities Hillsborough Campus and Durham Tech Community College, The Orange-Alamance Connector has limited service hours, Eubanks Park and Ride, and key destinations in Chapel Hill, as well operating outside of core travel times, with potentially confusing as additional local stops. The route operates Monday to Friday differences from the peak-period service offered by the from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. GoTriangle ODX. While the route is not operating on the ground, the OCTS website does not show it as suspended or replaced by Route Performance demand response. Midday service along this corridor may be Due to data collection complications, accurate October 2023 better served by demand response or microtransit service, ridership information is not available for the OCH, so the analysis integrating the trips into the already existing alternatives and looks at February data from 2020 and 2024. In February 2024, better advertising the service to the public. there were 243 boardings for the route total, compared to 546 Mebane is a growing area with strong pockets of density that may boardings in February 2020. 64% of the recent boardings be supportive of fixed route transit service, but even when the occurred on southbound trips, and northbound trips were more Orange-Alamance Connector is fully operational, there is limited common in the late morning to early afternoon, whereas bus service available locally. southbound trips were distributed evenly across the day. Figure 24 shows the distribution of average daily boardings by hour for the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector for February 2020 and February 2024. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-7 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Figure 23:Average Daily Boardings by Hour, February Figure 24: Orange-Chapel Hill Connector Boardings, February 2024 12 10 Rd { 7 aiY 5� 8 �C7 Q Hillsborough 6 �3 4 2 0 e° 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 1:00 2:00 3:00 4:00 d.41 AM AM AM AM PM PM PM PM PM ■2020 ■2024 �a ORANGE ML sinal ab As seen in Figure 25, boardings are most common at UNC Chapel Hill, in downtown Hillsborough, and at UNC Hospital Hillsborough Eubanks Eubanks Rd Campus, with low ridership along the rest of the route. Q Opportunities Hamea D The Orange-Chapel Hill Connector serves to fill the midday a'o DURHAM FOeb ge-ChayN HIII Connector Boartlings Chapel HIII service gap of Route 420 as well as provide service to local stops st E"3 during the AM period while the 420 is operating. Given the 9"n Carrboro �� eae,gnRtl imbalance in northbound and southbound boardings, it is likely W"n"°efi that riders are taking the OCH in one direction and the 420 in the other. Strong coordination between OCTS and GoTriangle is essential in serving those riders, as well as potential riders who may not know that is an available option. Identifying if there are unnecessary or duplicative trips between the OCH and 420 would also streamline service and potentially save money for either agency. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-8 SHORT TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE ROUNLAN Demand Response & M icrotransit Figure 25: Orange County Public Transit Options Along with the paratransit provided within 3/4 mile of fixed route Public Transit in orange County, NC service as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, OCTS START HERE: Need some help?Call the Dept. on Aging's provides two types of non-fixed route service: program-based Transportation Helpline at 919-717-1853 Do you need a ride rural demand response service and a publicly available within the next microtransit service called Orange Count Mobility on Demand 7days? g Y Y Is(here a bus (MOD). Both service types operate throughout all of Orange i stop 3/4 of a N° No ----------------------------- mile from where - -- County, and serve key destinations in Mebane and Durham. In Yes you live? addition, both Chapel Hill Transit and GoTriangle operate MOD Do you have a disabilit v Are you 60 paratransit services within their respective service areas: EZ Rider Fixed Routes iy y_ or alder? and GoACCESS.A guide to the different service types from the Yes Na Are you so Orange Count Department ofA in is shown in Figure 26. The Do you live in or older? Yes g Y p Aging g Tawn of Chapel No following sections will detail the programs under rural demand Hill arCorrbora? No Yes No response as well as the MOD program. Do you live in MOD Yes the town of EDTAP MOD Customers typically use these services roundtrip. Orange County Hillsborough? MOD RGP Fixed Routes records trips separately for each direction. For mapping purposes, Do you live within EDTAP MOD tri on ins are defined as residential locations or the startin 3/4 of a mile from yes NO Fixed Routes p 9 g GoTriongle point of a trip between two non-residential locations. Trip aooara❑o? MOD Do you live in Orange County but destinations are defined as non-residential locations or the end Fixed Routes outside the town limits of Chapel point of a trip between two non-residential locations. Yes No OCPTADA Hill,Corrbora,orHillsborough? MOD MOD Na Fixed Routes Fixed Routes Yes EZ Rider EZ Rider GoACCE55 MOD E dTa p Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-9 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Rural Demand Response • Transport to work or training for DSS clients transitioned off TANF or Work First within 12 months, Workforce Service Description Development Program participants, "disadvantaged public" and or general public. Rural Demand Response service in Orange County consists of multiple disparate programs that provide door-to-door service ' Job interviews,job fairs,job readiness activities/training, based on location and eligibility: the Elderly and Disabled GED classes, transportation to work (scheduled by Transportation Assistance Program (EDTAP), the Employment passenger), Transportation Assistance Program (EMPL), the Department of • Children of working parent transported to child care. Social Services Work First Program (DSS), and Rural General RGP services are available to any member of the public, and are Public (RGP). These services are marketed to the public based on advertised on the OCTS website, but no trips were taken via that eligibility, not grouped together by funding as they are for the program during the study period. purposes of this analysis. Service Performance Demand Response service is available Monday through Friday from 7 AM until 5 PM, and trips must be booked two days in In October 2023, OCTS provided 1,502 completed demand advance by 5 PM.Trip funding is based on the eligibility of the response trips through the project categories. EDTAP funded rider and trip purpose. EDTAP-eligible riders include Orange 1,035 of those trips, DSS was the funding source for 456 trips, and County elderly (60+) or disabled residents travelling for the EMPL funded 11 trips. Due to the nature of eligibility-based following eligible trip purposes: services, each trip's purpose is recorded, and Figure 27 shows the number of trips taken for each eligible purpose, broken down by ■ Job interviews,job fairs,job readiness activities/training, funding source. GED classes, transportation to work, Group field trips/ tours to community special events ■ Human Services agency appointments, public hearings, committee meetings ■ Medical appointments, pharmacy pick-ups, shopping, personal care, banking etc. The Employment Transportation Assistance Program (EMPL) and DSS Work First Program provide trips for the following purposes: Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-10 SHORT TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORARRANGEETROUNPLAN Figure 26: Demand Response Trips by Purpose,October 2023 Demand Response trips in October 2023, with larger dots 600 553 indicating more trips to or from that location. Demand Response riders tend to travel from disparate home locations in less dense 500 areas to concentrated destinations in the municipalities, in 400 364 particular: 300 260 ■EMPL Carolina Dialysis, in Carrboro and Mebane 200 145 92 ■DSS ■ Hillsborough Recovery Solutions 100 ' ' 43 38 4 2 1— ■EDTAP Passmore Senior Center 0 ■ Downtown Hillsborough pre`.;o, \cca .�a�� 36% of Demand Response trips picked u their passengers within \off �a ray p P P P P 9 <�� dJ�� �, Q 10 minutes of the scheduled pick-up time. P Opportunities Figure 27: Demand Response Average Daily Trips Per Hour,October 2023 Demand Response services are fragmented, with multiple funding 16 sources and different flows of customer information. It can be 14 hard, especially for new riders, to identify which service they may 12 be eligible for, where each one operates, or how to book a trip. 10 The website, Rider's Guide PDF, and backend data do not all 8 match, and this could discourage potential users. This also 6 complicates funding and reimbursement, in particular for 4 Medicaid-eligible trips. 2 0 ' _ For current users, Demand Response services are not consistently 6 AM 7 AM 8 AM 9 AM 10 11 12 1 PM 2 PM 3 PM 4 PM 5 PM on time, and require significant advance notice, lowering their AM AM PM convenience compared to traditional fixed-route transit or other transportation options. Improving response time and on-time Figure 28 shows the average daily Demand Response trips per performance could attract new users as well as improve the hour, with clear peaks in demand from 8 to 10 AM and from 3 to experience of current riders. 4 PM. Figure 29 shows the home and destination locations of all Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-11 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Figure 28: ROAP Demand Response Trips,October 2023 -------------------------------------------- 49 S 00 a � x r 4� • Ca� • a Store Rd isOi Oa • ''� i Ra • � • :chteyPa u`e � • r Q c'R° I'� • Lebanonc¢a • m "at`IsF d Rd d� St Mebane o All, • 19 • a. I' 49 • � • m • �• Hillsborough v m 04 • 4y� ' Aa '� �Q- )0 • � a9 ® • Old NC 10 �.. � a8 a •Pe � o�O�� �C r 0 gt° a owa/%s • a `o9a 11.4 Ho, o yo • MI Sinai Rro, • CJ R • �`�,zQa w, } Q Eubaa�s Rd �• . • �ystead Ry o •• n � ee Esros • • �r Demand Reponse Travel Flows Chapel Hill October2023 ' •� Origin Location Caff bOfo fi Destination LocationOld Greensboro Rd Total Riders per Location O �a eF 5 10 25 50 c • D ' h Data Sourcaa:0,,ga County Public henait z o t miles Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-12 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Mobility on Demand Figure 29: MOD Service Area -----------------------------L------------------------------------------- --- --- Service Description o Orange County MOD (Mobility On Demand) is an on-demand , microtransit service available to the general public within Orange 06 County and with service extending to Mebane and downtown allSroreRa a, O Durham. MOD service operates Monday to Thursday 8 am — 5 3` pm, Fridays 8 am —9 pm, and Saturdays from 9 am— 5 pm. Trip e Pa Son/y9a So �e fares are $5 per zone travelled through, with the zones and O service area shown in Figure 30. y sad a'� Lebanon Rd S�l� 3 Mebane a Service Performance o ' Hillsborough 40 In October 2023, service was available on weekdays only, and 29 �3 Pa O amp trips were completed with an average of fewer than 2 trips per day. Trips were most commonly taken during the AM peak and at O a Old "°'° noon (Figure 31). egg° Q`o °Wa a a9 NeW'2.° By Due to the limited number of home locations, only destinations 0 „ Slna RC are shown in the ridership map in (Figure 32). The Seymour Euhaa�s Rd Center on Homestead Road was the most popular MOD }" destination. 52% of MOD trips complete their pick-up within 10 o a F=`eBdR" O minutes of the scheduled pick-up time. Ea'°ao Chapel Hill O Carrboro Q Did Greensboro Rd Q ed �a ,oaasRe c9 ' Demand Response and t Mobility-On-Demand '-•=--------- Service Areas Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-13 ORANGE COUNTY Existing Conditions SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Figure 30:All Trips by Hour,October 2023 Figure 31: Mobility On Demand Destinations,October 2023 ---------- -- 10 f F 48 J, 8 r 6 C Vr Store RdcoO 4 2 O °Pa O 3 Scryty9a 1 o a Ra " 8 AM 9 AM 10 AM 11 AM 12 PM 1 PM 2 PM 3 PM 4 PM 5 PM O " MacYs Pd Lebanon Rd Mebane o Opportunities a o Orange County MOD is significantly underused, given the Hillsborough r potential demand within the service area. Much of Orange County a¢y� is not suited to fixed-route transit, and demand response service Old NC 10 requires longer waiting periods and can face eligibility constraints. O Pa oO� �Cor. There is not currently a service area map available on the OCTS 9aG`°a ° website for MOD —a potential rider must first register online or a Nei ° Mtslnsi via app with a third party to see the full extent of service offered 54 �ty�T through MOD, which adds an unnecessary barrier to ride. Cost Rd and payment may also pose barriers to potential riders compared " a �astead Ry to the more subsidized Rural Demand Response services and the as Este technology requirements for booking and payment. Identifying U a other barriers to use through public ill het e Chapel Hill g p engagement p shape Carrboro en a ement w O Mobility-On-Demand the advertising and service characteristics of MOD to ensure that Destinations Old Greensboro Rd October2023 as �a the funding is being put to the best use for Orange County. Y Total Riders per Location ----------------------- el« •1 •5 •10 ---------------------------- Oa[a Sources:Orange County Public Ransi[ 0 t 211i1ea N Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4-14 TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN 5 TRANSIT FUNDING Funding drives the amount of transit service EXPENSES AND REVENUES and capital projects Orange County can provide its residents, workers, and visitors. In Fiscal Year (FY) 2022, OCTS spent approximately $2.3 million on all its expenses, for both fixed route and demand response This chapter review OCTS's annual expenses and revenues, services (Figure 33). Partly due to inflation, expenses in FY2023 including a look at the agency's current federal, state, and local totaled approximately $3.7 million. For both years, personnel funding mechanisms. It also begins to explore other potential costs were highest, followed by operating costs. Capital purchases funding sources for future transit improvements. Key takeaways made up the smallest proportion of the total expenses. include: As shown in Figure 34, OCTS made approximately $2.2 million in ■ OCTS's expenses exceed revenues, creating a funding gap revenues in FY2022 and $2.5 million in FY2023. About 13% of that makes it difficult to provide needed transit services. revenues came from the federal government, with a mix of 5307 ■ OCTS utilizes federal, state, and local funding sources. and 5311 funds.Just under 10% came from North Carolina's Rural Over 75% of funds come from local sources, including the Operating Assistance Program (ROAP). Over 75% of funds came Orange County Transit Tax and other county funds. from local sources, including Orange County government funds, ■ There are other federal, state, and local funds that OCTS Orange County Transit Plan transit tax reimbursements, fares, and can utilize to increase its revenues. charges for services. Fares made up about 1% of OCTS revenues. Figure 32: FY2022 and FY2023 OCTS Expenses FY2022 FY2023 Category Demand Response Fixed Route Total Demand Response Fixed Route Total Administrative $186,733 $80,028 $266,761 $338,612 $207,789 $546,401 Operating $591,229 $253,384 $844,613 $944,214 $513,389 $1,457,603 Capital $4,766 $2,042 $6,808 $0 $192,434 $192,434 Personnel $978,338 $244,585 $1,222,923 $1,184,426 $296,106 $1,480,532 Total Expenses $1,761,066 $335,454 $2,341,105 $1,282,826 $913,612 $3,676,970 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 5-1 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Figure 33: FY2022 and FY2023 OCTS Revenues FY2022 Source Amount %of Total Amount %of Total Federal 5307 Urbanized Area Formula $133,787 6.17% $141,102 5.60% 5311 CTP Funds $154,976 7.14% $184,580 7.33% Federal Total $288,763 13.31% $325,682 12.94% State ROAP Funds $197,845 9.12% $211,284 8.39% State Total $197,845 9.12% $211,284 8.39% Local Transit Tax* $765,987 35.31% $948,482 37.68% Local Government Funds $767,112 35.37% $952,896 37.85% Fares $12,419 0.74% $27,610 1.39% Charge for Services $136,888 6.31% $51,493 2.05% Local Total $1,682,406 77.57% $1,980,481 78.67% Total Revenue JZAL9,014 $2,517,447 *Note:The Orange County Transit Tax is a reimbursement of Local Government Funds and does not include funds set aside for the Transit Plan Update process. state, and local levels. This list builds upon work completed FUNDING SOURCES through the BGMPO Regional Transit Feasibility Study. OCTS's annual expenses exceed its revenues, and additional investments are needed to fulfill the level of transit need Federal Sources identified in Orange County. To increase its revenues, OCTS can work to fully utilize existing funding sources, including the Orange Section 5307 County Transit Tax, and tap into new ones. The following is a non- Section 5307 is FTA's Urbanized Area Formula Program. These exhaustive list of the funding sources available at the federal, funds are available for transit agencies that operate within a Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 5-2 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY census-designated urbanized area. Section 5307 funds can be The federal share is not to exceed 80 percent of the net project used towards up to 80% of capital costs and 50% of operating cost. costs. These funds are distributed through MPOs with a set allowance per transit agency. Carbon Reduction Program The Carbon Reduction Program is a new funding source through Section 5310 the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Funds are administered through Section 5310 is formula funding targeted towards transportation the NCDOT. The program provides funds for projects that reduce needs of older adults and people with disabilities. The federal carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from the transportation sector. share is up to 80% for capital projects and 50% for operating assistance. Example uses of eligible Section 5310-funded activities Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality include the purchase of buses and vans, wheelchair lifts and The Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement ramps, mobility management programs, travel training and Program is a long-standing source of grant funding for transit-related information technology systems, including transportation programs that reduce air pollution and vehicle scheduling, routing, and one-call systems. Section 5310 funds are miles travelled. It is often used by transit agencies for upfront reserved for agencies with locally coordinated human service capital costs, like the acquisition of on-demand vehicles. plans. Section 5311 State Sources Section 5311 is a formula grant program for rural areas, providing Rural Operating Assistance Program capital, planning, and operating assistance. The federal share is up to 80%for capital projects, 50% for operating assistance and 80% The Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP) is a state-funded for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) non-fixed route public transportation program administered by the North paratransit service. Carolina DOT'S Integrated Mobility Division. Formula-based programs that fall under ROAP include: Section 5339 ■ Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program Section 5339 is FTA's Bus and Bus Facilities Program. This (EDTAP) program funds replacement, rehabilitation and purchase of buses ■ Employment and Transportation Assistance Program and related equipment, and construction of bus-related facilities. (EMPL) ■ Rural General Public Program (RGP) Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 5-2 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY A local match is not required for EDTAP and EMPL, but a in 2022, with funding for MOD and other transit services in minimum 10% local match is required for RGP. ROAP funds can Orange County. also be used to leverage FTA Section 5310 and 5311 funds. The Plan is funded through a series of Orange County taxes and State Maintenance Assistance Program fees approved by voters: ■ Half-Cent Sales and Use Tax The State Maintenance Assistance Program (SMAP) provides state funds designed to assist urban, small urban, and regional transit ' 5%Vehicle Rental Tax service providers with funding the non-federal share of • $3 increase to the GoTriangle Regional Vehicle operational expenses. Funds are allocated annually through a Registration Fee formula. Funds can be used only for FTA Section 5307-eligible ■ $7 County Vehicle Registration Fee operating costs and cannot exceed the amount of the local fund match. Medicaid Transportation Non-emergency medical transportation provided by OCTS is Transportation Demand Management funded by Orange County's Department of Social Services, which Public organizations responsible for the promotion of gets reimbursed from the state's Medicaid program. North Transportation Demand Management (TDM) activities may apply Carolina expanded access to Medicaid in December 2023, so for matching funds for strategies that promote the use of OCTS may be able to provide more medical trips soon. transportation options other than single-occupancy vehicles. The program funds up to 50% of the total expenses associated with Fares TDM programs, including the creation of a new TDM Plan for an OCTS charges a variety of fares for its services. For fixed routes, agency. the Hillsborough Connector is free of charge, while the Orange- Alamance Connector and the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector are Local Sources $2 for the general public. Demand response services range from fare-free to $12.75, depending on eligibility and type of service. Orange County Transit Plan The Mobility on Demand service is $5 one way. Changes to the Originally adopted in 2012 as the Bus and Rail Investment Plan, fare structure can influence the funding available for transit the Orange County Transit Plan was updated in 2017 and service in Orange County, though fares are a small piece of total provides for funding to OCTS, GoTriangle, and Chapel Hill Transit revenue. for improvements to transit services. The Plan was updated again Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 5-3 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY 6 OPPORTUNITIES OCTS serves essential transportation needs in Hillsborough and rural Orange County through a patchwork of fixed route, rural Improve Existing Services demand response, and MOD services, coordinated with multiple transit and human services agencies throughout the region, and Invest in Demand Response outside of main towns and connects rural residents to all urban areas in and around the corridors county. The SRTP will build upon the identified gaps and • Strengthen the Hillsborough Circulator, focusing on on- opportunities when recommending improvements to time performance, travel time, and service hours transportation in Orange County. ■ Improve performance by expanding the fleet and Based upon the findings of the Existing Conditions report, OCTS continuing to recruit operators. can continue to improve transportation and grow alongside the Explore New Service Opportunities communities of Orange County by focusing on making it easier to ■ Explore options for free and low-cost service to grocery ride existing services, making it easier to pay for transportation, stores, social services, and senior centers improving the operations of existing services, exploring the ■ Increased access to employment opportunities, including development of new services, and better leveraging currently non-traditional work hours available funding. Key opportunities under each of these improvement categories include: Invest in a Mebane circulator in partnership with other transit providers Make Services Easier to Use E Identify potential capital improvements to improve speed • Communicate with the public about available services, and reliability, such as transit emphasis corridors. including better advertising for all services, particularly MOD, and clarifying the on-demand status of the Orange- Better Leverage Available Funding Alamance Connector • Balance available resources to favor more productive and ■ Invest in better bus stop amenities needed services • Improve pedestrian and bike access to transit • Ensure Medicaid-eligible trips are being reimbursed to the fullest extent possible ■ Coordinate services with regional providers, including GoTriangle, Chapel Hill Transit, PART, ACTA, and Link • Explore ways to leverage additional transit tax and federal Transit dollars Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-1 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Improve Fare Payment • Streamline fare payment methodology across services ■ Explore possibility of subsidized passes for MOD These findings will be supplemented by robust public outreach to understand what current and potential riders want most from OCTS, and integrated into proposals for further review at a later stage of the SRTP. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-2 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY APPENDIX Al REVIEW OF PAST PLANS Reviewing past plans and projects sets the stage for the existing ■ Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning conditions analysis by providing a baseline and history of Organization (DCHC MPO) Comprehensive Transportation projects, changes, and future visions. The project team reviewed Plan (2017) plans and projects relevant to transit in Orange County and the ■ City of Mebane Comprehensive Transportation Plan surrounding region, including transit plans, climate plans, funding (2021) studies, and multimodal transportation plans. The plans reviewed The review of each plan focused on both transit-based elements are listed below. such as routes, services, and corridors that have been identified ■ Orange County Transit Plan (2017) and Update (2022) for transit investments, along with higher level elements, such as ■ Burlington-Graham Metropolitan Planning Organization funding and county-wide goals. A summary of each plan is as (BGMPO) Comprehensive Transportation Plan (2022) follows. ■ BGMPO 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (2020) ■ BGMPO Regional Transit Feasibility Study (2024) Orange County Transit Plan ■ Orange County Climate Action Plan (2023) Update (2022) ■ Connect 2050: The Research Triangle Region's Metropolitan Transportation Plan (2022) The Orange County Transit Plan Update (2022) allocates transit ■ Orange County's Complete Streets and Vision Zero tax district revenues for the next 20 years based on community needs, values, and priorities, and includes both previously Policies (2022) programmed and new projects. The Orange County transit tax is • Orange County Transportation Services Title VI Plan 1/2-cent sales tax that is also collected during vehicle rentals and (2022) registration. In 2022, revenues for this tax were nearly $9M. These ■ Orange County Transportation Services ADA Paratransit revenues go towards Orange County Public Transportation, Plan (2022) Chapel Hill Transit, and GoTriangle, along with funding ■ GoTriangle Short Range Transit Plan (2023) infrastructure-related transit improvements. ■ Chapel Hill Short Range Transit Plan (2020) The plan's goals and values include promoting greater quality of life through facilitating travel in the region, easing access to the Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-1 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY region's wealth of colleges and universities, and ensuring transit — Improvements to the Hillsborough Circulator, service for as many residents as reasonably possible. including expanded hours and a counter-direction Relevant Findings: loop ■ The 2012 Interlocal Agreement for Orange County Hillsborough-Durham Midday Connector distributes transit tax revenues to the three transit — New peak-only fixed route services: a Cedar Grove agencies: 64%for Chapel Hill Transit, 24%for GoTriangle, Peak Connector and a White Cross Commuter Service and 12% for Orange County Public Transportation — Transit amenities in Hillsborough, including a new ■ Transit tax revenues make up 34% of OCPT's budget, transit center and park and ride facility compared to 13%for CHT and 4% for GoTriangle. ■ Mobility On-Demand Service Expansion is funded through transit tax revenues. The expansion is slated to be completed in two phases-2022 and 2024—and will cost approximately 1.1 M to complete. ■ In addition to the On-Demand Service Expansion, transit tax revenues have been slated to fund projects from the 2012 or 2017 Orange County Transit Plans. For OCPT, these projects are 15 OCPT bus stop signs, Hillsborough Park-and-Ride, AVL, and Planning for the new OCPT Transit Plan. ■ The revenue generated by the transit tax district is not enough to fund all projects, so OCPT has a list of seven identified 'unfunded priorities'. These are identified in the case of additional funding becoming available so that there is already a list of potential uses for such funds. OCPT's unfunded priorities do not include cost estimates. — Vanpool Subsidy Program Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-2 TYANSIT Existing Conditions ORA RANG ETROUNLAN Figure A: OCPT MOD Project Sheet Figure B: OCPT MOD Service Area projects. - Mobility-on-Demand service rovides a criticol on-demand IL ansit option for residents who o notiive neor fixed-route transit ervice[oreos shaded in oronge) 0RANGECOUNTYPUBLICTRANSPORTATION Q- ss.ramin 0 25mi 5m: 0 P—k—ly OCPT's Mobility-on-Demand (MOD) service provides life-line service in difficult to serve locations currently lacking transit options. Route:Orange County Public Transportation MOD The Mobility-On-Demand service provides a critical on-demand Improvements:Two[2]phases extending service hours transit option for Orange County and Coverage residents living in areas that lack fixed-route transit service. This projects expands the days Description: and hours when this affordable ' Phase l:Expand hours of service and coverage area; transportation option is available ` Phase 2:Improve coverage area,expand hours and for ALL residents of Orange days of service County in two phases. 617.-ice - .y Cost:$438,741[Phase I]increasing to$650,588 0 [Phase 2] r • Net New Revenue Hours:4,400 Implementation Year:2024[Phase 1],2026[Phase 2]core values. `l �•�r—I Equity:Provides transit service in locations that currently have little to no service,including A lower income,rural communities. option for all. • ------------- -------------- Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-3 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Burlington-Graham MPO transit services in areas that either lack transit services today or would benefit from improvements to existing services. (BGMPO) Comprehensive Transportation Plan (2022) BGMPO Metropolitan BGMPO's Comprehensive Transportation Plan is the MPO's long- Transportation Plan 2045 (2020) range plan that identifies major transportation needs and The BGMPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan for 2045 is the solutions through 2050. The recommendations in this plan are not region's transportation plan, which consists of the cities and funded or fiscally constrained, unlike other regional towns of Burlington, Graham, Mebane, Elon, Gibsonville, Green comprehensive plans. The plan includes recommendations for Level, Haw River, Whitsett, Alamance, and the counties of transit infrastructure and service improvements for the Burlington, Alamance and parts of Guilford and Orange. This plan identifies Graham, and Mebane areas, with a few recommendations for the region's transportation needs over the next twenty years. Orange County. The relevant recommendations consist of: Relevant OCPT Findings: ■ A Mebane Connector, which would cover the City of The Alamance County Transportation Authority (ACTA) Mebane and connect to the proposed Mebane - recommended two fixed routes for Mebane: the Mebane Hillsborough Commuter Rail via the Downtown Mebane Circulator and the ACC to Mebane Connector.These both rail station. fall under the MTP 2045 Unfunded List, which was ■ A Mebane to Hillsborough Commuter Rail, which would compiled by transit agency staff and the Steering run for 13 miles from Downtown Mebane Station to Committee. These were both classified as 'Medium' Hillsborough and potentially beyond. regarding the funding feasibility in the 2020-2045 ■ Enhanced service on the Orange-Alamance Connector by timeframe. Both the Mebane Circulator and the ACC to increasing headways Mebane Connector would have an estimated capital cost ■ Improving and adding new park and rides in Orange for vehicles during the first 10 years of operations of County, Graham, and Mebane. $160,000, and each would have an annual operating cost Note that there are additional recommendations for Graham and of $48,863 and $48,878, respectively. Mebane that would not have any interaction with Orange County Refers to the recommendation of other plans for Public Transit that are not listed here. The fiscally unconstrained improved on-demand service hours and vehicles across recommendations here would provide greater connectivity and Orange County Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-4 ORANGE COUNTY Existing Conditions SHORT RANGE TRANSIT vIAx FigunoC: Mebane Connector Option 1 FigureE: Mebane Connector Option 3 FigueD: Mebane Connector Option 3 T. Ne|oon\Nyguuvd Consulting Associates 6'5 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY BGMPO Regional Transit Orange County Climate Action Feasibility Study (2024) Plan (2023) The BGMPO Regional Transit Feasibility Study focused on The Orange County Climate Action Plan (CAP) is the guiding identifying opportunities to better coordinate and expand transit document towards greenhouse gas reductions, looking to act as a service in the region. There are proposals that include agency comprehensive strategy guide that is in line with state consolidation or partnerships that do not include OCPT as an regulations. As a holistic Climate Action Plan, transit strategies are impacted/consolidated organization, but OCPT would be just a subset of the outlined strategies for greenhouse gas indirectly impacted as the agency would still coordinate with the reduction by 2030 and 2050. Transit-specific strategies revolve larger agency on regional transit needs. around increased on-demand service and converting to an The study also presents an overview of funding available funding electric fleet. opportunities, including those that are currently utilized and Relevant Findings: potential local funding opportunities.Available federal funding . Extend service hours by 3% and coverage by 6% by 2030 programs include: Implement changes to address gaps in Northern and ■ Section 5307 Southern Orange County by 2030. ■ Section 5310 ■ OCTP's transit fleet accounts for just 1% of carbon ■ Section 5311 emissions created by the county government and its ■ Section 5339 operations ■ The Carbon Reduction Program • Transitioning to smaller, energy-efficient buses or vans is Available state funding programs include: a priority to make progress by 2050 ■ Rural Operating Assistance Program • Expansion of Orange County mobility on Demand is a ■ State Maintenance Assistance Program priority and part of the strategy of exploring innovative public transportation options Potential new local funding sources include: 0 Increase in registered zero-emission vehicles in North ■ Vehicle registration fee Carolina to be 1,250,000 by 2030, and 50% of new vehicle ■ 1/4 -cent sales tax sales to be zero emissions. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-6 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY Connect 2050: The Research Orange County's Complete Triangle Region's Metropolitan Streets and Vizion Zero Policies Transportation Plan (2022) (2022) Connect 2050 is the long-range transportation plan for the two Orange County's Complete Streets and Vizion Zero Policies were organizations that oversee transportation planning in the adapted in October 2022.The Vizion Zero Policy states that the Research Triangle Region:The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning locality will aim to meet the state's safety targets of a 50% Organization (CAMPO) and the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro reduction of fatalities and serious injuries by 2035, and a 100% Metropolitan Planning Organization (DCHC MPO). This plan reduction by 2050. To do so, Orange County strives to improve describes analysis and public engagement that resulted in a set of safety by developing a Transportation Safety Plan, create safer planned investments. The transit-related components of this are: streets, and deliver equity-driven transportation projects. local and regional transit facilities and services, including rapid This goes hand-in-hand with the Complete Streets Policy, which bus and rail lines; transportation demand management marketing was adopted in tandem with the Vision Zero plan.The complete and outreach efforts that increase the use of alternatives to peak streets policy strives to encourage the design and construction of period solo driving; technology-based transportation services and safer and more equitable streets. using advanced technology to make transit and road investments more effective. Orange County Transportation ■ Adopted regional transit project for high frequency bus service on the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector by 2050 in Services Title VI Plan (2022) the form of a High Capacity or Express Bus. Orange County Transportation Services Title VI Plan overviews the ■ Transit is an emphasis, but there is not much focus on Title VI standards and processes that OCTS must abide by. OCPT-related transit. Included in this document are also transit service standards that • Points to the 2022 Orange County Transit Plan Update for OCTS has stated, including that all fixed-route services have more information regarding OCPT-specific transit plans. between 30- and 45-minute headways with plans to reduce these ■ Summarizes funding, transit, demographics, and transit to between 15 and 30 minutes. demand from other plans. This plan additionally includes guidelines surrounding Title VI analysis and Environmental Justice analysis prior to system Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-7 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY changes or new facility construction. This plan also provides only services to reflect changing travel patterns. Relevant findings guidelines on public engagement. to Orange County are: ■ Ridership on the ODX and 420 have not recovered to pre- Orange County Transportation pandemic levels. Services ADA Paratransit Plan ' ODX ridership is heavily peak oriented, with nearly all passengers riding to Durham in the morning and from (2022) Durham in the afternoon. The Orange County Transportation Services ADA Paratransit Plan ' To improve speed and reliability for riders, route outlines the standards that OCPT must meet to provide sufficient alignment changes were recommended for both the ODX ADA and paratransit services. OCPT currently exceeds the and 420, with the potential for future service frequency required service standards for coverage and abides by all federally and span improvements beyond the time period of the mandated standards. Orange County operates ADA service within SRTP. 3/a-mile of each side of fixed route corridors 5 days a week from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Users must schedule their ride at least a day Chapel Hill Short-Range in advance in order to receive this service. Transportation Plan (2020) In addition to ADA service, OCTP offers MOD services, which do 1" not require advanced scheduling, and can pick up a passenger as Chapel Hill Transit's 2020 SRTP provides a roadmap for transit quickly as 30 minutes from the time of reservation. improvements in Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the next ten years. Recommendations include service expansion and demand- response zone additions. Additionally, Chapel Hill Transit wants to GoTriangle Short Range Transit ensure simple, direct, and consistent transit by minimizing route Plan (2023) deviations, operating along more direct paths and utilizing major arterials, and simplifying passenger facing materials. GoTriangle's Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) provides a Recommendations in this SRTP that are particularly relevant to comprehensive assessment of the transit environment, service, OCPT is the consolidation of paratransit services where they and performance of regional transit in Durham, Orange, and overlap and continuing to look for effective ways to serve Wake Counties, and offers a set of recommendations up to FY28. commuter demand between service areas. The recommendations included simplification of routes, strengthening all-day regional connections, and adjusting peak- Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-8 Existing Conditions ORANGE CGE OUNSIT TY DCHC M PO Comprehensive travel within the city, as opposed to destinations outside of the city. Additionally, there is demand for service to Alamance Transportation Plan (2017) Community College and to have connections to other regional routes. The DCHC MPO Comprehensive Transportation Plan is a long- range transportation plan that covers the region and outlines plans to be implemented through 2040. The modes that the plan covers are highway, public transportation, rail, bicycle, and pedestrian changes. For Orange County, major public transportation recommendations include the Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit and the North-South Corridor Bus Rapid Transit—a rapid transit route that runs along NC-86 and US 15- 501 from Eubanks to Southern Village. Both of these routes would serve routes that have been identified as key commuter paths, relieving the need for automobile transit to job centers and other key destinations. City of Mebane Comprehensive Transportation Plan (2018) The City of Mebane's Comprehensive Transportation Plan is a multi-modal plan that covers roadway, public transportation, and bicycle and pedestrian travel. The City of Mebane does not currently run any form of local transit and is reliant on surrounding transit agencies to cover the needs of their residents. To change this, the plan recommends a circulator bus route for Mebane, which would run through the main part of the city, covering key destinations, such as parks, schools, community centers, and commercial destinations along the route. This route would provide a needed form of transit for Mebane residents to Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6-9 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Appendix B: Strategies Evaluation L � y September 2024 �` NELSON NNYGAARD .h� sr . ' •r i, ��� f � n' 1 ••. �Imo!--� .};'�' I��+ � Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation ORANGE COUNTY p p g SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Table of Contents Page 1 Strategy Development.................................................................................................... 1 2 Evaluation Framework.....................................................................................................2 3 Prioritized Strategies.......................................................................................................4 4 Prioritized Capital Projects.............................................................................................6 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates i TYANSIT Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN 1 STRATEGY Not all improvements to transit occur through changes to service operation. Transit is also improved through changes to an DEVELOPMENT agency's policies or through administrative programs. The following strategies recommended policies or programs that A broad range of strategies for improving public transportation in OCTS could implement: Orange County were developed based on findings from the ■ Transit Information Campaign Existing Conditions report, the first round of public engagement, ■ Improve Demand Response booking and other adopted transportation plans. Strategies were categorized into three types: 1) transit service, 2) policies and Mobility Manager programs, and 3) capital improvement projects. ■ Discount MOD Fares Transit service strategies included new services as well as ■ Fare Payment Improvements operating improvements to existing services for all three types of The third category of strategies were capital improvement transportation offered by OCTS: fixed-route buses, rural demand projects. Each strategy represented a type of capital improvement response, and Mobility On Demand (MOD). The following transit with multiple locations recommended for each type.These service strategies were brought forward for evaluation: strategies do not include capital projects that are required for ■ Hillsborough Circulator Service Improvements basic operation of the transit service strategies, such as new bus stops for new services. Capital improvement strategies brought ■ Hillsborough Circulator Saturday Service forward for evaluation included: ■ Hillsborough Circulator US-70 Corridor Study Proposal ■ Walking Access to Transit (8 locations) ■ Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 1: Orange-Chapel Hill Bus Stop Improvements (4 locations) Connector Alignment Change ■ Hill to Hill Full Consolidation ■ Rural Mobility Hubs (10 locations) ■ Orange-Alamance Conversion to Mobility On Demand All strategies were presented to the Core Technical Team and ■ Orange-Alamance Service Expansion adjusted based on feedback before moving to evaluation. ■ Mebane Circulator ■ Mobility On Demand Service Improvements ■ Mobility On Demand Service Span Expansion ■ Demand Response Weekend Service Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 1 TYANSIT Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation ORA RANGE TROUNPLAN 2 EVALUATION the Strategic Plan. For evaluation purposes, metrics were created to measure how well a project supported each objective. The FRAMEWORK metrics aim to balance qualitative and quantitative inputs for the wide variety of strategies to be evaluated. Figure 1 lists the five An evaluation framework allows Orange County to prioritize core values, seven objectives, and nine metrics. recommendations and evaluate projects, policies, and programs Based on the methodology detailed in Figure 2, each strategy was for their ability to achieve the goals and values of the Orange scored from one to three points per metric. Methods of County Transit Plan and Orange County Strategic Plan. The Core measurement varied depending on the type of strategy, and both Community Values from the Orange County Transit Plan Update quantitative and qualitative approaches were used. Final scores provided the foundation for evaluating the proposed strategies, based on the evaluation framework helped to prioritize different and objectives for each value were taken directly from either the strategies and spend Orange County's funds in accordance with Transit Plan Update or the multimodal transportation section of their core values. Figure 1 Evaluation Framework ObjectiveCore Value Prioritize the transit needs of underserved or transit-dependent residents; Environmental Justice Communities of Equity includes historically disinvested communities of color, lower-income Concern served neighborhoods,seniors,and rural communities. Economic Prosperity Prioritize increasing access to jobs and opportunities Jobs served Prioritize accessible and convenient transit service in areas with existing People served or planned higher density development. Environmental Sustainability Increase community awareness of all modes of transportation including Does this make transit easier and safer to transit, bike and pedestrian,vehicle, and all other modes use? Transportation&Access for All Prioritize transit service that increases transit access for the most people Does this improve regional connections? to the most places Does this improve local transit? Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates ORANGE COUNTY Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Does this reduce duplication? Prioritize transit service connections to affordable housing, recreation,and Activity centers served arts and cultural opportunities. Affordable&Attainable Quality of Life Identify priorities and resources necessary to implement the Orange Strategy Cost County Transit Plan. Figure 2 Evaluation Metrics • •• • • • Data Source Environmental Justice High-Medium-Low: Does the project target Average number of Communities of Concern DCHC MPO 2020 Communities of Concern'MOM these groups? in the block groups served by a project Environmental Justice Report Jobs Served High-Medium-Low improvement of transit Sum of jobs within the project service area CAMPO 2020 Triangle access to job opportunities Regional Model People served High-Medium-Low improvement of access Sum of people within the project service area CAMPO 2020 Triangle to transit service for residents Regional Model Does this make transit easier and High-Medium-Low improvement of service levels,access to information,or rider safety and safer to use? comfort Does this improve regional High-Medium-Low improvement of connecting to other regional transit services or long connections? distance trips Does this improve local transit? High-Medium-Low improvement of transit within municipalities or for shorter, local trips - Does this project reduce High: Reduces duplication, Medium: no impact, Low:duplicates service duplication? g ' p p Activity Centers served High-Medium-Low improvement of transit Number of key activity centers within the Appendix A:Existing access to activity centers project service area Conditions Estimate program cost, high-medium-low Difference in annual operating cost of Transit Service:OCTS StrategyCost compared to other policies and programs; proposal from existingas programmed low cost scores the highest,while high cost p g Capital Improvements: Wake strategies score lower Estimated project cost for strategy type Bus Plan, 2022 Project service area is defined as within 1/2 mile buffer of each stop for fixed route transit, '/z mile buffer of the capital improvement,or countywide for Mobility on Demand. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3 TYANSIT Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation ORANGE ETROUNPLAN 3 PRIORITIZED the ordinal score from 1 to 3 in parentheses.The total score for each strategy is the sum of its ordinal scores. STRATEGIESAfter prioritization, strategies were slotted into the available budget and timeline and reviewed by stakeholders and the public. After finalizing the Evaluation Framework, all proposed strategies Final strategies found in the Short Range Transit Plan may differ were evaluated quantitatively and qualitatively. Figure 3 lists all slightly from those in the table based on engagement feedback evaluated strategies in descending order based on the total score. and technical considerations. The qualitative or quantitative result for each metric is listed with Figure 3 Prioritized Strategies with Detailed Scores Strategy Jobs People Easy and Regional Local Reduces Activity Strategy Total m of Concern Served served Safe Connections Transit Duplication Centers Cost Score MOD Service Improvements 2(2) 392,734(3) 24,978(3) High(3) Medium(2) High(3) Low(1) 16(2) $0(3) 22 Orange Alamance Conversion 2.13(2) 31,586(2) 16,375(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Low(1) High(3) 47(3) -$307,500(3) 21 to MOD Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 1.93(1) 256,691 (3) 86,670(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Low(1) High(3) 12(2) -$61,500(3) 20 1 Hill to Hill Consolidation(Full) 1.93(1) 256,691 (3) 86,670(3) High(3) High(3) Low(1) High(3) 12(2) $738,000(1) 20 MOD Service Span Expansion 2(2) 392,734(3) 24,978(3) Low(1) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 16(2) $1,228,775(1) 18 Rural Mobility Hubs* 2.5(3) 391 (1) 1,262(2) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 2(1) $111,758(2) 18 Hillsborough Circulator Service 2.2(2) 4,273(2) 6,350(2) Medium(2) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 16(2) $1,168,500(1) 17 Improvements Hillsborough Circulator 2.2(2) 4,273(2) 6,350(2) Low(1) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 16(2) $204,672(2) 17 Saturday Service Mebane Circulator 2.33(3) 3,461 (2) 7,122(2) Low(1) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 16(2) $338,250(1) 17 Demand Response Weekend Medium(2) Low(1) Medium Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium $92 078(2) 17 Service (2) (2) Improve Demand Response Medium(2) Low(1) Medium Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Low(1) Low cost(3) 17 Trip Booking (2) Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4 SHORT TYANSIT Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation ORARRANGEETROUNPLAN Strategy Name Communities Jobs People Easy and Regional Local Reduces Activity Strategy Total Connectionsof Concern Served served Safe . Mobility Manager Medium(2) Low(1) Medium High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Low(1) Medium(2) 17 Transit Information Campaign 1 (1) Low(1) High(3) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium High cost(1) 17 Bus Stop Improvements* 1.58(1) 1,363(2) 1,579(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 1 (1) $45,360(2) 17 Orange Alamance Service 2.36(3) 3,341 (2) 6,137(2) Low(1) Medium(2) Low(1) Low(1) 19(2) $184,500(2) 16 Expansion Discount MOD Fares High(3) Low(1) Medium Low(1) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Low(1) Medium(2) 16 Alternative Fare Payment Medium(2) Low(1) Low(1) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) Low(1) Low cost(3) 16 Walking Access to Transit* 1.69(1) 2,337(2) 2,931 (2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 3(1) $254,470(1) 16 Hillsborough Circulator US-70 2.2(2) 4,273(2) 6,827(2) Medium(2) Low(1) Medium(2) Low(1) 14(2) $1,107,000(1) 15 Proposal *The scores for Capital Improvement strategies were calculated based on the quantitative metrics of the individual project locations for each type,which are listed in detail in the following section. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 5 Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation SHORT PGGEETROUN� ANSIT TY LAN 4 PRIORITIZED on materials and construction costs from national and regional sources, such as the Wake Bus Plan, and adjusted for inflation. CAPITAL PROJECTS Site specific considerations, such as existing infrastructure and property ownership, were taken into account after initial Within the three overarching Capital Improvement strategies, prioritization when creating the implementation plan. Once these there are multiple proposed project locations. Costs were projects move into design and implementation phases, costs will estimated for each type of capital project based on data collected be adjusted to meet location-specific needs. Figure 4 Prioritized Capital Projects with Detailed Scores Project Type and Location Communities Jobs People Easy and Regional Local Reduces Activity Strategy Total of Concern Served served Safe Connections Transit Duplication Centers Cost Score Walking Access to Transit: Faucette Mill Road/Cornelius Street 3(3) 256(2) 549(3) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $254,470(1) 19 Bus Stop Improvements: Mebane Community Park 0(1) 188.5(2) 267.5(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 1 (2) $45,360(3) 19 Bus Stop Improvements: Cornelius St/Rainey Ave 2.5(2) 183.5(2) 415(3) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $45,360(3) 19 Bus Stop Improvements:Orange Grove Rd 2.33(2) 48(1) 775(3) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $45,360(3) 19 Bus Stop Improvements: NC 86 Cornerstone Court 1.5(1) 943(3) 121 (2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $45,360(3) 19 Rural Mobility Hubs: Supper Club Blvd 3(3) 97(1) 531 (3) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 19 Walking Access to Transit: Mebane Food Lion 0(1) 129(2) 342(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 2(3) $254,470(1) 18 Rural Mobility Hubs: Fairview Park/Dorothy Johnson Community Center 4(3) 22(1) 127(2) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 18 Rural Mobility Hubs: NC Driver's License Office 2.67(2) 59(1) 145(2) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 1 (2) $111,758(2) 18 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates Appendix B:Strategies Evaluation ORANGE COUNTY p p g SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Communities Jobs People Easy and Regional Local Reduces Activity Strategy T otal Project Type and Location S of Concern Served served Safe Connections Transit Duplication Centers Cost Scorel _ _ Rural Mobility Hubs: Efland Hub 3(3) 22(1) 63(1) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 1 (2) $111,758(2) 18 Walking Access to Transit: Lakeshore Drive 2.67(2) 157(2) 300(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $254,470(1) 17 Walking Access to Transit: Orange Grove Rd 2.33(2) 34(1) 851 (3) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $254,470(1) 17 Walking Access to Transit: NC 86 Aldi 1.5(1) 681 (3) 223(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $254,470(1) 17 Walking Access to Transit: NC 86 Cornerstone Court 1.5(1) 930(3) 123(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $254,470(1) 17 Rural Mobility Hubs: Mebane Memorial Garden 3(3) 90(1) 35(1) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 17 Walking Access to Transit: Scotswood Blvd 1.5(1) 84(1) 329(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 1 (2) $254,470(1) 16 Rural Mobility Hubs: Efland- Cheeks Community Center 2(2) 22(1) 63(1) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 16 Rural Mobility Hubs: Cedar Grove Community Center 2.67(2) 1.7(1) 12(1) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 16 Rural Mobility Hubs: Orange High School 1 (1) 66(1) 216(2) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 16 Rural Mobility Hubs: Mebane Oaks Rd 2(2) 5.5(1) 23(1) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 16 Walking Access to Transit: Orange High School 1 (1) 66(1) 214(2) High(3) Low(1) High(3) Medium(2) 0(1) $254,470(1) 15 Rural Mobility Hubs: Dodsons Crossroads 1.5(1) 6(1) 47(1) High(3) Medium(2) Medium(2) Medium(2) 0(1) $111,758(2) 15 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 7 I -y ' •• 7 'ktir r �' .. }.' _Iz � � •� riff+ j 5 F ' JJ 'U�;•r: - .1 r' r �- •�.r. i v{ 7.' r`J r'f r• mkr• 7M -� qr a • ..yam:. •• _ TYANSIT Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETROUNLAN Table of Contents Page 1 Transit Funding................................................................................................................ 1 ShortRange Transit Plan Budget..............................................................................................................1 Additional Funding Opportunities............................................................................................................1 2 Implementation Plan by Strategy..................................................................................4 ProcessOverview.............................................................................................................................................4 TransitService Strategies..............................................................................................................................4 Policy and Program Strategies.................................................................................................................18 Capital Improvement Strategies..............................................................................................................24 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates i TYANSIT Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan OR 4NRG ETROUNLAN 1 TRANSIT FUNDING FTA 5311 Formula Grants for Rural Areas are distributed through the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). In FY2025, NCDOT has allocated OCTS $165,435 in 5311 funds, and SHORT RANGE TRANSIT the same amount is estimated for the following years. PLANBUDGET At the state level, OCTS receives Rural Operating Assistance Program (ROAP) funds from NCDOT. In FY2023, OCTS was Public transportation in Orange County is funded by a variety of allocated $211,284, an amount estimated to remain the same federal, state, and local sources. Figure 1 shows the estimated throughout the SRTP period. budget for the SRTP fiscal years, based on existing funding and Locally, OCTS receives funding from the Orange County Transit conversations with different fiscal entities in the region. OCTS has Tax, with the budget for each year defined by the Orange County just under $4 million a year to maintain their existing services and Transit Plan and its Annual Work Program. Orange County also implement SRTP strategies. This budget provides a foundation for allocates money for OCTS in its annual budget. This amount what the SRTP can hope to achieve by FY2030, though each fluctuates each year, so the estimated amount for the SRTP is an budget source is subject to change. average of the FY2023 to FY2025 county budgets. Lastly, OCTS The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) allocates formula also receives a small amount of revenue from fares and charges funding for transit based on urbanized area and state, depending for services, which are not assumed to grow greatly from the on type of funds. OCTS receives 5307 Urbanized Area Formula FY2023 amount shown here. Grants for both the Durham and Burlington urbanized areas, and these amounts are determined through yearly split letters from ADDITIONAL FUNDING the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning OPPORTUNITIES Organization (DCHC MPO) and the Burlington-Graham Metropolitan Planning Organization (BGMPO). OCTS also receives Many of the SRTP strategies will require additional funding 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Formula Grants through the DCHC beyond the above budget to implement. Shown in Figure 2 is a MPO split letter. For estimating the budget for the SRTP, 5307 non-exhaustive list of funding sources that OCTS can pursue to and 5339 funds from the FY2023 split letters are escalated by 2% increase its budget, though each opportunity has its own each year until FY2026, after which the amounts remain constant, requirements. since the current federal funding authorization expires in FY2026. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 1 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Figure 1 Estimated Budget for SRTP Budget Source I FY2026 T FY2027I 1 ' T FY2030 Federal 5307(DCHC MPO) $308,488 $308,488 $308,488 $308,488 $308,488 5307(BG MPO) $146,390 $146,390 $146,390 $146,390 $146,390 5339 $29,850 $29,850 $29,850 $29,850 $29,850 5311 $165,435 $165,435 $165,435 $165,435 $165,435 State ROAP $211,284 $211,284 $211,284 $211,284 $211,284 Local Orange County Transit Plan $1,315,446 $1,348,332 $1,382,040 $1,416,591 $1,452,006 Fares $27,610 $27,610 $27,610 $27,610 $27,610 Charges for Services $51,493 $51,493 $51,493 $51,493 $51,493 Local Government Funds $1,541,131 $1,541,131 $1,541,131 $1,541,131 $1,541,131 Total Budget $3,797,127 $3,830,013 $3,863,722 $3,898,273 $3,933,688 Figure 2 Potential Funding Opportunities Potential 5310 Operating NCDOT Demand Response 50% Local Match 5310 Mobility Manager NCDOT Mobility Manager New Staff or Job Description Combined Capital Funds NCDOT Technology Improvements Pre-award lead time Purchase of Service NCDOT Demand Response, MOD Coordinate with Departments of Social Services and Aging Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical DSS Demand Response Coordinate with Department of Social Services Transportation Orange County Transit Plan GoTriangle Fixed Route, MOD, Demand Response Adjust approved hourly rate for transit operations 5307 Urbanized Area DCHC MPO Capital Improvements Report passenger-miles traveled Regional Flexible Funding DCHC MPO Capital Improvements Next cycle FY2028-2030 Mobility Innovation Grants FTA MOD,Technology Improvements Discretionary Grant Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 2 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY NCDOT administers a series of state and federal grants that OCTS the Orange County Transit Plan is less than the amount to can apply for. FTA 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and operate service. OCTS can work with GoTriangle and the Transit Individuals with Disabilities funds can be used for demand Plan partners to update the approved costs and potentially response service operations—with a 50% local match—or to hire increase funding for Transit Plan projects. a mobility manager. NCDOT's Combined Capital Funds can be DCHC MPO also has a series of grants that OCTS can apply for. used for capital purchases, such as improving technology, though Through its Regional Flexible Funding Program, for which the next applications for these funds are released every few years. OCTS funding cycle is FY2028 to FY2030, OCTS can secure funds for can also coordinate with the Department of Social Services (DSS) capital projects that improve access to transit. OCTS may also be and the Department of Aging to access funds from NCDOT able to unlock more 5307 funds if it were to report additional allocated to purchasing service for older adults and people with metrics (such as passenger-miles travelled) to the FTA. disabilities. The Department of Social Services also coordinates non-emergency medical transportation, which can be reimbursed Lastly, the FTA has many discretionary grants designed to help through Medicaid. OCTS can help DSS provide more of these trips fund capital improvement projects, pilot new technology, and and submit the required reimbursement documentation to other facets of operating a transit agency. Every few years, they receive additional funding. typically unveil a mobility innovation grant program, which can be Additionally, the operating cost per hour for OCTS services has used to fund microtransit and other new technologies. increased over the last few years, and the amount approved by Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETRANSIT OUNT�Y 2 IMPLEMENTATION TRANSIT SERVICE PLAN BY STRATEGY STRATEGIES Short Term projects should be implemented early in the SRTP PROCESSOVERVIEW timeframe, and resources are available within the current known budget. Short term transit service strategies include: After evaluating all proposed strategies, as described in Appendix ■ Mobility on Demand Service Improvements B, projects were aligned with the projected budget for the Fiscal Year 2026 to 2030 period.Adjustments to the proposals were Discontinue Orange-Alamance Connector made as needed to fit the funding availability and technical ■ Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 1 considerations, such as availability of bus drivers. Not all ■ Mebane Circulator strategies could fit within the budget or timeframe, but those that . Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 1 scored highly in the evaluation are included in this document to guide future planning efforts. Medium Term projects should be implemented later in the SRTP timeframe, and may require additional funding sources such as Additional funding sources were also identified and are tied to winning grant money. Medium term transit service strategies the strategies they could fund.As some of these are competitive include: grants, it is not guaranteed that the funding will be available for Demand Response Weekend Service the strategies. Long Term projects should be pursued after the SRTP timeframe ends, as funding is currently unavailable. Long term transit service strategies include: ■ Hillsborough Circulator Improvements Phase 2 ■ Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase 2 ■ MOD Service Span Expansion Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETRANSIT OUNT�Y MOBILITY ON DEMAND SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS Short Term Background: Orange County MOD is underused, given the potential demand within the service area. Microtransit is well suited for the density of much of Orange County and can provide the public with high-quality and low-cost transportation options for those who cannot or choose not to drive. PERSON Strategy Overview: Create zones for faster, cheaper trips within municipalities and �h consistent wait times for rural trips. The ability to book trips by making a phone call CASWELL will also be added. No changes to hours of service are proposed within the SRTP O timeframe. • Hillsborough-Mebane Zone: Shorter wait times within this zone Q --------------------- - O c O r • North and South Orange Zones: Dedicated vehicles for each zone to make sf°,eR° wait times more consistent `J A o • Southeast Zone: Trips cannot both start and end in this zone eunmgoon sh°w � neba„e Hillsba rough es • Cross-County: This zone will extend 10 miles out from the Orange County Gr.hern DU RNAN border, covering key rural and urban destinations in neighboring counties. 0 A LAMAN CE Ph Trips cannot both begin and end within this zone. � n DR.ANGE ' i Durham Existing Proposed � o Span of Service m „e� i 5• c m , E GreensbnrO Chapel NHs flu ��� � ° � m 9. Monday to Thursday 8 AM — 5 PM 8 AM — 5 PM y --------------- --------------------------------- Friday 8 AM —9 PM 8 AM —9 PM nnrrls°,Ile Mobility On Demand Service Area c H A7 H A M 0 Saturday 9 AM — 5 PM 9 AM — 5 PM hnropg Nebane Znne O Dary C7 north Orange Zone Q O WAKE G South Orange Zone Southeast Orange Zone Q A o P Crass-County Zone uergn counryrvbuc irwfl o a.n snnes Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 5 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETRANSIT OUNT�Y MOBILITY ON DEMAND SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS (CONT.) Funding sources: Federal formula funds, fare revenue, local government funds Project Phase I Annual Revenue Hours � Fiscal Year i26 � Fiscal Year 2027 Fiscal Year 2028 Fiscal Year 2029ii Phase 1 7,144 $842,099.00 - - Phase 2 11,466 $1,385,343.62 $1,419,977.21 $1,455,476.64 $1,491,863.56 Implementation steps: 1. Work with technology vendor to implement zones 2. Update website to include: a. Zone and service area map b. Wait time information c. Call-in number for phone booking 3. Phase in additional vehicles, per table below Monday to Friday Saturday 8 AM to i AM 10 Phase 1 2 Vehicles 3 Vehicles 2 Vehicles 2 Vehicles ■ 1 for Hillsborough-Mebane ■ 1 for Hillsborough-Mebane ■ 1 for Hillsborough-Mebane and ■ 1 for Hillsborough-Mebane and and North Orange ■ 1 for North Orange North Orange North Orange ■ 1 for South and Southeast . 1 for South and Southeast • 1 for South and Southeast ■ 1 for South and Southeast Orange Orange Orange Orange Phase 2 3 Vehicles 5 Vehicles 3 Vehicles 3 Vehicles • 1 for Hillsborough-Mebane • 2 for Hillsborough-Mebane ■ 1 for Hillsborough-Mebane • 1 for Hillsborough-Mebane ■ 1 for North Orange ■ 1 North Orange ■ 1 for North Orange ■ 1 for North Orange ■ 1 for South and Southeast ■ 1 for South and Southeast ■ 1 for South and Southeast • 1 for South and Southeast Orange Orange Orange Orange ■ 1 floating/unassigned Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETRANSIT OUNT�Y DISCONTINUE ORANGE-ALAMANCE CONNECTOR Short Term Background: The Orange-Alamance Connector is a low ridership route that offers redundant service with the GoTriangle Orange-Durham Express (ODX). The rider base of this route is likely better served by on-demand service zones, since they will have more direct access to destinations. Strategy Overview: Formalize the elimination of the Orange-Alamance Connector and reinvest the resources into other transit service projects. With the improved MOD service zones, residents along the Mebane-Hillsborough corridor will still have access to transportation service, as well as continued service from the GoTriangle ODX during peak hours, the new Mebane Circulator, and improved Hillsborough Circulator. Existing Proposed h^ m Span of Service Monday to Friday 10 AM — 3 PM - W ORANGE Frequency ____ Monday to Friday 60 minutes b Meh- a Eflaad 4o Hillsborough say' os I \cape B5 ALAMANCE f t ,ie o� e HI&-borough-Mebane Corridor DiK,t1n,a0teoge•Aiamanea Conoe —c1,esa ooxlPaex-omrl ° G Nniaho—gh-nehane MDUZene �Nortn Oreoge nOD Zone Southo—p Moo Zen. c,ossc...ty m0DZo Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 7 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETRANSIT OUNT�Y DISCONTINUE ORANGE-ALAMANCE CONNECTOR (CONT.) Funding sources: This project does not require funding. Savings from this project can be used to support the operation of the Mebane Circulator. Project Phase I Annual Revenue Hours � Fiscal Year 06 � Fiscal Year 2027 Fiscal Year 202809 Fiscal Year 2030 Existing 2,500 - - - - - Proposal 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Implementation steps: 1. Inform residents and riders of proposed service change through processes defined in OCTS's Title VI Plan. 2. Place signage at existing Orange-Alamance Connector stops to notify riders of service change and provide information on other services along the corridor, including MOD. 3. Remove Orange-Alamance Connector from website and provide information on available alternatives for residents along the corridor, including MOD. 4. Use funds for other approved transit operating costs. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 8 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA DUNG ECRiiiNSIT OUNT AY HILLSBOROUGH CIRCULATOR IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 1 Short Term Background: The Hillsborough Circulator is the highest ridership OCTS route and is the primary option for Hillsborough residents to travel between key destinations in the town without a car. The route often runs etke Rd behind schedule, as it takes approximately 60 minutes to complete one trip and it runs every hour. The Hillsborough Circulator also only runs in one direction, P,P �. making residents ride the full loop, even if they only need to get to the stop R° i—� before they board. Strategy Overview: Create an improved Hillsborough Circulator service that is ^4�gs•st\ more efficient, on-time, and frequent. The improved service will be split into w Hsi�m d as two separate routes, Hillsborough Circulator A and Hillsborough Circulator B. y y� Ne° SePO ■ Reduce route deviations at Rainey Ave (Fairview Park), Orange Grove `'timers` W-Tr.Y°ast 3` L_W King.St— Road, and Scotswood Road (Food Lion) to improve schedule reliability Hillsborough 70 by decreasing the running time. ■ Split route into two patterns, which can both run in under 45 minutes per cycle. ga ■ Expand the service hours and increase frequency of both routes. 95 3 Existing Proposed Qa 85 Span of Service Caktlaie.Or o Monday to Friday 7 AM — 5 PM 6:30 AM —6:30 PM 2 4" Frequency f Monday to Friday 60 minutes 45 minutes Xlllsborough Circulator P vrdposedImp—meats Z Proposed Hillsborough Circulator N Proposed Hillsborough Circulator 8 Current Hillsborough Circulator Wt,Sources:01n9e County NMI T—It �Snnee O Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 9 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan OR 4NPG ETROUNTAY HILLSBOROUGH CIRCULATOR IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 1 (CONT.) Funding sources: Existing Transit Plan funds, federal formula funds, local government funds. Project Phase I Annual Revenue Hours � Fiscal Year 06 � Fiscal Year 2027 Fiscal Year 202809 Fiscal Year 2030 Existing 2,500 - - - - Proposal 5,750 $724,931.25 $743,054.53 $761,630.89 $780,671.67 $800,188.46 Implementation steps: 1. Inform residents and riders of proposed service change through processes defined in OCTS's Title VI Plan. 2. Update bus stop signs, install new signs and new stops where needed. 3. Notify residents and riders of upcoming service change through updating the website, a social media campaign, signage at bus stops and key activity centers, and communications through partner organizations. 4. Implement route and schedule changes. 5. Apply for capital grants for bus stop improvements. 6. Continue upgrading bus stops and communicating changes. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 10 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RNNG COUNTY MEBANE CIRCULATOR Short Term Background: The City of Mebane has planned to establish a local bus route, which will take place in the form of a circulator that serves key destinations throughout Mebane. The Orange-Alamance Connector currently serves Mebane, which provides Mebane connections to Hillsborough and other localities via route transfer. Mebane Circulator Proposed Alignment Strategy Overview: Implement the Mebane Circulator as adopted in the �SPV°PoedMe bane C^ccayon�anP �'F liie Mebane Comprehensive Transportation Plan and the BGMPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan. The Mebane Circulator will run every 60 minutes from 7 AM —6 PM on Monday through Friday and will not initially offer weekend service. w°enerse�s =c _ W H°Rg Existing Proposed No,M1s Melfane e� Span of Service y` f� Monday to Friday - 7 AM —6 PM Frequency Monday to Friday - 60 minutes y y 60 d �J � n 0 015 0-3 Miles'•n: Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 11 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA P-04G ECROUNT UCIISIT �Y MEBANE CIRCULATOR (CONT.) Funding sources: Existing Transit Plan funds, federal formula funds, local government funds. Project Phase Annual Revenue Hours Fiscal Year 06 Fiscal Year 2027i i9 Fiscal Year 2030 Proposal 2,750 $346,706.25 $355,373.91 $364,258.25 $373,364.71 $382,698.83 Implementation steps: 7. Inform residents and riders of proposed service change through processes defined in OCTS's Title VI Plan. 8. Install bus stop signs at new stops locations. 9. Notify residents and riders of upcoming new service through updating the website, a social media campaign, signage at bus stops and key activity centers, and communications through partner organizations. 10. Implement new route. 11. Apply for capital grants for bus stop improvements. 12. Continue upgrading bus stops and communicating changes. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 12 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY HILL TO HILL CONSOLIDATION PHASE 1 Short Term Background: The Orange-Chapel Hill Connector provides midday and local coverage between Chapel Hill and Hillsborough, while GoTriangle Route 420 operates during the peak commute hours only and with fewer local stops. The similar but still deviating route patterns can confuse riders, and there is some service redundancy in the current B6 schedule. Strategy Overview: When GoTriangle shifts Route 420 to run on Highway 40 after the completion of construction, the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector will also shift to match the alignment of Route 420 exactly, with the same stops. Local 7 Hillsborough connections in Hillsborough can be made to both Hillsborough Circulator loops. ° This Phase does not fully consolidate the two routes, and rather focuses on 65 Wat°,s, 86 running them along the same route pattern and to be less redundant, allowing for full consolidation in the future. Existing OCH Proposed OCH G� Qa ae Span of Service ORANGE 0 Monday to Friday 8:30 AM —4:30 PM 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM 66 Frequency Eubanks EuOanks ftd Monday to Friday 60 minutes 60 minutes ° HOnestea es s, DURHAM Chapel Hill s _ Hill to Hill Consolidation Phase l fFrz^pm Sal Carrboro —Proposed Orange-Chapel Hill Connector Ra,°i9h qy —Future GoTriangle Route 42D(Peak Only) --Current Orange-Chapel Hill Connector °y Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 13 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETRANSIT OUNT�Y HILL TO HILL CONSOLIDATION PHASE 1 (CONT.) Funding sources: This strategy provides some cost savings that can be used to cover increased costs due to inflation. Project Phase Annual Revenue Hours � Fiscal Year 06 � Fiscal Year 2027 Fiscal Year 202809 Fiscal Year 2030 Existing 4,000 $504,300.00 Proposal 3,500 $452,294.06 $463,601.41 $475,191.45 $487,071.24 Implementation steps: 1. Inform residents and riders of proposed service change through processes defined in OCTS's Title VI Plan. 2. Update bus stop signage along corridor 3. Notify residents and riders of upcoming service change through updating the website, a social media campaign, signage at bus stops and key activity centers, and communications through partner organizations. 4. Implement route and span changes at the same time as the alignment change to GoTriangle Route 420. a. First trip: Chapel Hill to Hillsborough 8:30 AM, Hillsborough to Chapel Hill 9:30 AM b. Last trip: Chapel Hill to Hillsborough 2:30 PM, Hillsborough to Chapel Hill 3:30 PM 5. Update online and print materials for both routes to reference each other. 6. Work with UNC to fully incorporate OCTS into student and worker transit pass programs. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 14 TYUCIISIT Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA P-04G ECROUNLAN DEMAND RESPONSE WEEKEND SERVICE Medium Term Background: Program-based demand response riders are not peak-oriented, and many riders use it to get to non-work destinations. Currently, hours on Saturday are limited and not clearly defined, and no service is offered on Sunday. This limits the types of medical trips that OCTS can provide, restricting the agency from potential funding sources. Strategy Overview: Operate program-based demand response services from 9 AM to 5 PM on both Saturdays and Sundays. ProposedExisting Span of Service Monday to Friday 8 AM — 5 PM 8 AM — 5 PM Saturday "Limited" 9 AM — 5 PM Sunday - 9 AM — 5 PM Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 15 TYUCIISIT Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA P-04G ECROUNLAN DEMAND RESPONSE WEEKEND SERVICE (CONT.) Funding sources: Existing Transit Plan funds, federal formula funds, local government funds. Project Phase I Annual Revenue Hours � Fiscal Year 06 � Fiscal Year 2027 Fiscal Year 202809 Fiscal Year 2030 Existing 8,836 $1,032,486.60 $1,058,298.77 - - Proposal 9,644 $1,183,913.95 $1,213,511.80 $1,243,849.60 *Weekend annual revenue hours and cost estimates are based on historical ridership and trip purpose trends Implementation steps: 1. Supplement current demand response funding sources. a. Leverage 5310 operating funds with 50% local match for currently operating Demand Response service. b. Work with Department of Social Services and Department of Aging to purchase trips with a smaller local match. c. Improve Medicaid reimbursement for currently operating trips. 2. Determine if funding levels are adequate for implementation of weekend service in following fiscal year. 3. Begin hiring additional drivers for service expansion. 4. Inform residents and riders of proposed service change through processes defined in OCTS's Title VI Plan. 5. Implement changes, with clear hours on website and advertisement through partner departments. 6. Seek out additional Non-Emergency Medical Transportation funding options now available due to provision of Sunday service. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 16 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY LONG-TERM STRATEGIES REINSTATE UPDATED ORANGE- ALAMANCE CONNECTOR HILLSBOROUGH CIRCULATOR Background: While the Orange-Alamance Connector has IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 2 generated low ridership during its operation, existing conditions and public engagement reflected the demand for connections Background: After the Hillsborough Circulator has been split into between Mebane and Hillsborough. The route has a long travel two routes, increasing and improving the service is necessary. time and short span, limiting its potential for success. Density Transit demand during the peak hours is not necessarily much along the corridor is currently low, but residential, commercial, higher than it is during the off-peak hours, and there are a lot of and industrial developments are underway and may drive riders that utilize the service for running errands. demand for transit in the future. Strategy Overview: Implement Saturday service, which will have Strategy Overview: Bring back a modified version of the Orange- 9 AM — 5 PM spans with buses every 30 minutes. In addition, Alamance Connector that runs bi-directionally on Highway 70, Monday through Friday will have spans from 6:30 AM —6:30 PM with connections at Mebane Cone Health Park and Ride and the and buses every 30 minutes. Hillsborough Walmart. With the proposed alignment change of the GoTriangle ODX to improve travel times to Durham and less HILL TO HILL CONSOLIDATION PHASE 2 focus on serving local stops, run the Orange-Alamance Connector Background: After operating the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector all day, matching the hours of the circulator routes. and GoTriangle Route 420 with more coordination and reduced redundancy, service levels can be improved through full MOD SERVICE SPAN EXPANSION consolidation of the two routes. Background: In conjunction with the expended MOD service Strategy Overview: Fully consolidate the Orange-Chapel Hill zones that are part of the short-term strategies, MOD service Connector with GoTriangle Route 420 along the Highway 40 hours should be expanded to adequately serve the riders of alignment. Peak operation of the route will require three 40' Orange County, as there is local transit demand for services buses to accommodate ridership demand and maintain outside traditional commuting windows. frequency.The service will run from Monday— Friday 6 AM —7 Strategy Overview: Service hours will be expanded on all days of PM with peak frequencies of 30 minutes and midday frequencies the week and Sunday service will be implemented. Service will run of 60 minutes. Monday to Friday 8 AM to 10 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday 9 AM to 8 PM. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 17 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA P-04G ECROUNT UCIISIT �Y POLICY AND PROGRAM STRATEGIES Short Term recommended policies or programs that OCTS could implement in the early years of the SRTP with currently available administrative funding include: ■ Alternative Fare Payment ■ Transit Information Campaign ■ Improve Demand Response Booking Medium Term policies or programs that require OCTS to apply for additional funds include: ■ Hire Mobility Manager ■ Conduct Fare Study Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 18 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RNNG COUNTY ALTERNATIVE FARE PAYMENT Short Term Background: MOD and Orange-Chapel Hill Connector vehicles are not able to take cash as fare payment, which can create barriers for people without easy access to mobile banking. OCTS fares are also not integrated with other regional providers, such as GoTriangle. Strategy Overview: Provide cash loading options for fare payment cards to better serve people with limited banking or smartphone access, and work to integrate with other transit agencies in the region that utilize UMO Pass. Funding Sources: Cost neutral, requires staff time Implementation Steps: 1. Continue ongoing conversations with UMO for cash purchase options at Food Lion 2. Add cash loading options at more locations, including the INCOM chain of retailers 3. During the next contract renewal for fare payment technology, update the contract to include Orange County as part of the same region as GoTriangle and GoRaleigh to allow for better fare integration. Also work with UNC to integrate OCTS services into their student and worker transit programs. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 19 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RNNG COUNTY TRANSIT INFORMATION CAMPAIGN Short Term Background: Many Orange County residents do not fully understand how to ride transit and what their transit options are. The transit information campaign would cover fixed routes, mobility on-demand, and ADA services. Strategy Overview: The promotional campaign would provide information on services, their destinations, how to use each service, and other information that is relevant to the service. On-demand service would be a key focus, specifically around the expanded service zones and where they cover, and how to book trips would be the main emphasis. Improving the availability of transit information is an additional component of the transit information campaign. Improving the available information about the transit system could include the publishing of real-time travel information using live GTFS publishing. Funding Sources: Administrative staff time within existing budget, limited advertising costs Implementation steps: 1. Publish live GTFS to Google Maps and Transit App to improve real-time information for existing transit riders 2. Plan and execute promotional campaign, recommended in Fiscal Year 2027. Components of the campaign should include: a. Updates to the OCTS website and online information —ensuring clear, accurate, and consistent information that is easy to find b. Development of transit information posters and fliers c. Partnerships with local governments, regional and local stakeholders, and other Orange County departments to help share information about transit services d. Holding pop-up events and information sessions at key community destinations Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 20 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RNNG COUNTY IMPROVE DEMAND RESPONSE BOOKING Short Term Background: Riders expressed confusion about how to book demand response trips during public feedback opportunities. Most of the confusion came around how and where to book trips—online, over phone, by app—and the application process. Additionally, the Medicaid reimbursement process can be improved, to make it easier for OCTS to submit for reimbursement. Strategy Overview: Ensuring the demand response application process is streamlined so that prospective riders are able to book services more quickly is one of the first steps. This streamlined application process will be simpler and quicker for applicants. This process is already underway at OCPT. This streamlined process will include implementing additional, to be determined, measures that will help OCTS submit for Medicaid reimbursement. Funding Sources: Administrative staff time within existing budget, potential for grant support from Combined Capital Funds; improved Medicaid reimbursement would free up additional funds after implementation. Implementation Steps: 1. Grant application: Combined Capital Funds for Technology Improvement 2. Implement changes, potentially under purview of Mobility Manager 3. Submit eligible rides for Medicaid reimbursement on an ongoing basis Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 21 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RNNG COUNTY HIRE A MOBILITY MANAGER Medium Term Background: Orange County currently has a Mobility Manager role that is run through the Department of Aging and focuses solely on outreach to older adults and assisting with their transportation. However, Orange County could use a Mobility Manager that covers on- demand services, in addition to the role within the Department of Aging. Strategy Overview: Create a new Mobility Manager position that has a wider focus, one covering the management of all information and travel training needs for on-demand services. This person would oversee the application process for on-demand services and would be the primary contact for anything on-demand related in Orange County. This role could continue to be funded through 5310 grant funds, but the funds from this grant do not sufficiently cover the cost of an increased role. Other grants could provide the necessary funding to implement this new position. Funding Sources: NCDOT Mobility Management Funds Implementation Steps: 1. Grant application: NCDOT Mobility Management Funds 2. Prepare for hiring process so funds can be used immediately upon start of grant 3. Hire for Mobility Manager position 4. Initial projects for the position may include: a. Improve Demand Response trip booking b. Coordinating service provision with DSS and Department of Aging to leverage federal matching funds c. Travel Training program Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 22 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RNNG COUNTY CONDUCT FARE STUDY Medium Term Background: Fare costs vary across agencies and modes in Orange County and can sometimes act as a barrier to transit access. There is interest from the public and key stakeholders to explore the viability of free or reduced fares for the different types of transit services in Orange County. Strategy Overview: The fare study would cover each individual mode, including fixed route and on-demand. The potentiality for reduced MOD fares will be studied to determine if OCPT could provide the same level of service and continue to make improvements with decreased fare revenue. The viability of fare-free fixed route service will also be studied on a route-by-route basis. With reduced fares, it is important that OCPT will have enough funds to continue future planning efforts. Funding Sources: 5303 Metropolitan Planning & 5305 Non-Metropolitan Transportation Planning formula funds Implementation Steps: 1. Apply for pass-through planning funding from NCDOT and MPOs 2. Conduct fare study, including potential funding sources for discount fares and fare-free service 3. Implement fare changes as recommended by study Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 23 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA P-04G ECROUNT UCIISIT �Y CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES Each capital improvement strategy represents a type of capital project with multiple locations recommended for each type. These strategies do not include capital projects that are required for basic operation of the transit service strategies, such as new bus stops for new services. Site locations were prioritized into medium and long term based on the evaluation matrix, inclusion of the projects in other adopted plans, and existing infrastructure at each site. The three types of capital improvement strategies include: ■ Bus Stop Improvements ■ Rural Mobility Hubs ■ Walking Access to Transit Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 24 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA P-04G ECROUNLAN BUS STOP IMPROVEMENTS Background: Bus stop improvements are an effective way to improve transit experience for riders. Bus stop improvements include various amenities, such as shelters or benches, and can be paired with capital improvement strategies on walking access to transit. Bus stops that have high ridership are often the targets of bus stop improvements since more riders will benefit from the improvements. Strategy Overview: Upgrades to existing bus stops, including amenities like a shelter, bench, passenger information, ADA upgrades, or establishing a new physical stop where passengers are currently boarding and alighting without any infrastructure. Medium Term Bus Stop Improvements d'`r o� ■ Mebane Community Park Proposed Locations st°re Rry ■ Cornelius St/Rainey Ave Q Bus Stop Improvement Cedar Grove m —■ Orange Grove Road Hillsborough CirculatorA as 3 — H Ra ■ NC 86 Cornerstone Court Hillsborough Circulator B Mebane Circulator c� Data Sources:Orange County Public Transit, J City of Mebane n Lebanon Rd Mebane; 70 \ Miles 40 Efland Hillsborough i OA n iP;Ak Buckhorn Example of Improved Bus Stop Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 25 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY BUS STOP IMPROVEMENTS (CONT.) Funding sources: Formula funds, state funding, federal grants Amenity Cost Estimate, FY25 Dollars Sidewalk $2,100 Curb and Gutter upgrades $12,150 Bus Stop Signage $850 Solar Lighting Kit&Post $2,500 ROW Easement Acquisition(Average) $11,100 Maps and cases $5,725 Trash Can(single bin, concrete mounted) $855 Standard Shelter with Bench $9,720 Total $45,000 *Estimates include engineering costs and contingencies, and are based 2022 Wake Bus Plan capital estimates, adjusted for inflation Implementation steps: 1. Begin recording and reporting passenger miles travelled to unlock additional formula funding through 5307 Urbanized Area formula funds that can be used for capital improvements 2. Annually submit projects for state plan funding a. NCDOT State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Funding b. NCDOT Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Funding 3. Apply for TPM Bus and Bus Facility Grant Program for bus stop enhancements where low- and no-emission vehicles are operated Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 26 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY RURAL TRANSIT HUBS Background: Rural transit hubs are an effective way to improve the transit experience for residents of rural areas who may not have a large stop or transit hub nearby. These transit hubs are intended for low-density areas that are within MOD zones. Residents in rural areas may not be as familiar with transit options, so having a place where additional information can be provided is useful for rider understanding of the system and service options. Rural Transit Hubs Cd111 0 0° Strategy Overview: Locations in lower-density areas of Orange County Proposed Locations StOreRq with information on booking MOD rides and space to wait. Amenities A Rural Transit Hub Cedar Grove es �m — Hi llsborough Circulator A include bench, shelter, and informational signage. _ Hillsborough Circulator A 0a Mebane Circulator c MediumTerm neso�es:nrsn9ecouncyP.er.rransa U ■ Efland-Cheeks Community Center Leban on Rd • NC Driver's License Office a ■ Efland Hub Mebane; 08 0 0 0 0 EflandO 0 ■ Supper Club Blvd Miles 40 Hillsborough ■ Cedar Grove Community Center ,oA �a Long Term Buckhorn o ■ Fairview Park/Dorothy Johnson Community Center ■ Mebane Memorial Garden ■ Orange High School ■ NC 54/Mebane Oaks Road Eubanks a 0 ■ White Cross Hub ay e f°beksRd V� H c Fea .a Calvander stead R O a� en 'A 0i 4 `NJ o 1 i 2M11- white Cross 54 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 27 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY i r- 1 Example of Rural Transit Hub Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 28 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA P-04G ECRUSISIT OUNT�Y RURAL TRANSIT HUBS (CONT.) Funding sources: Formula funds, state funding, federal grants Amenity Cost Estimate, FY25 Dollars Sidewalk $9,225 Curb and Gutter upgrades $50,000 ADA curb cut&ramp $2,150 Crosswalk pavement markings $3,250 Bus Stop Signage $850 Solar Lighting Kit&Post $2,500 Site survey&design $11,100 Maps and cases $5,725 Trash Can(single bin, concrete mounted) $850 Bike Rack $550 Enhanced Shelter with bench,charger, lighting $23,800 Total $110,000 *Estimates include engineering costs and contingencies, and are based 2022 Wake Bus Plan capital estimates, adjusted for inflation Implementation steps: 1. Begin recording and reporting passenger miles travelled to unlock additional formula funding through 5307 Urbanized Area formula funds that can be used for capital improvements 2. Annually submit projects for state plan funding a. NCDOT State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Funding b. NCDOT Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Funding 3. Apply for TPM Bus and Bus Facility Grant Program for bus stop enhancements where low- and no-emission vehicles are operated Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 29 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan SHSHORT RANG COUNTY WALKING ACCESS TO TRANSIT Background: For local services, transit riders typically walk between the bus stop and their home or final destination. Unsafe walking conditions can discourage transit use and limit the number of people orjobs accessible within the typical "walking distance" of a transit stop. Improving these walking conditions can help increase transit ridership and improve the safety of those traveling. Strategy Overview: Improve access to bus stops with pedestrian improvements such as sidewalks, safe crossings, and ADA upgrades. Medium Term U- Faucette Mill Road/Cornelius Street Walking Access to Transit �°�'r e ■ Proposed Locations Store R ■ NC 86 Aldi Walking Access to Transit Cedar Grove ■ Orange Grove Rd — Hillsborough Circula#orA ■ Mebane Food Lion Hillsborough Circulator B Mebane Circulator Long Term Q- Data Sources:Orange County Public Transit ■ N Scotswood Blvd (access to US sa 70/Food Lion stop) ■ NC 86 Cornerstone Court Lebanon Rd rt ■ Orange High School 0 Zba ao a° Miles �0 Efland Hillsborough i OA AN) ° 11e, Buckhorn Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 30 Appendix C: Funding and Implementation Plan ORA RANG ETRANSIT OUNT�Y WALKING ACCESS TO TRANSIT (CONT.) Funding sources: Formula funds, state funding, federal grants Amenity Cost Estimate, FY25 Dollars Sidewalk $37,000 Curb and Gutter upgrades $200,000 Crosswalk pavement markings $3,250 Total $240,250 *Estimates include engineering costs and contingencies, and are based 2022 Wake Bus Plan capital estimates, adjusted for inflation Implementation steps: 1. Begin recording and reporting passenger miles travelled to unlock additional formula funding through 5307 Urbanized Area formula funds that can be used for capital improvements 2. Annually submit projects for state plan funding a. NCDOT State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Funding b. NCDOT Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Funding 3. Apply for Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grants for pedestrian safety projects within the Town of Hillsborough 4. Coordinate with Safe Routes to School and other pedestrian safety plans to prioritize and pool resources where possible 5. Apply through DCHC MPO for Regional Flexible Funding, a series of federal funds that can be used for access to transit, with the next cycle of funding available for FY28-30 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 31 ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN f Appendix D: Public Engagement September 2024 ,�.{�G1PArypA• a� NELSON NYGAARD ' xr � Ya .h� sr -� 5 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Table of Contents Page 1 Phase 1 Overview.............................................................................................................2 ParticipationDemographics........................................................................................................................2 KeyFindings.......................................................................................................................................................3 Recommendations for Future Engagement..........................................................................................3 Tacticsand Tools.............................................................................................................................................3 AdvertisingMethods......................................................................................................................................5 2 Phase 1 findings............................................................................................................... 6 PopUp Events...................................................................................................................................................6 PollingBoards...................................................................................................................................................7 SurveySummary..............................................................................................................................................8 3 Phase 2 Overview........................................................................................................... 12 ParticipationDemographics......................................................................................................................12 KeyFindings.....................................................................................................................................................12 Tacticsand tools............................................................................................................................................13 AdvertisingMethods....................................................................................................................................13 4 Phase 2 Findings............................................................................................................ 15 PopUp Events.................................................................................................................................................15 SurveyResults.................................................................................................................................................15 Appendix D-1: Outreach locations....................................................................................... 17 Appendix D-2: Phase 1 Polling Board Comments.............................................................. 18 Appendix D-3: Phase 2 Survey Comments..........................................................................21 Appendix D-4: Engagement Materials................................................................................25 Phase1 Materials...........................................................................................................................................25 Phase2 Materials...........................................................................................................................................31 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG TRCOUNANSIT 1 PHASE 1 OVERVIEW disabilities. Data shows that these individuals comprise a significant share of Orange County's population (see Table 1). The Orange County Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) will identify The project team developed tactics, tools, and outreach methods opportunities to improve transit services in Orange County, NC designed to include these groups given the importance of their and create an implementation plan for 2025 to 2030. The first input. Specific goals of this engagement phase included obtaining phase of engagement for the plan took place from March 4, 2024, feedback on desired areas of improved transit, the types of to March 31, 2024. service improvements throughout Orange County, and identifying Table 1 —Orange County Demographics desired travel times throughout the day. Demographic GroupOrange Total Population 146,354 PARTICIPATION White 75.2% DEMOGRAPHICS Black/African American 11.2% The survey included optional questions about participants' American Indian/Alaska Native 0.5% demographic backgrounds. These questions had response rates Asian 7.9% ranging from 80 percent (zip code) to 86 percent (age). Overall, Two or More Races 3.6% ■ 76 percent of participants identified as white Hispanic/Latino 8.5% ■ 68 percent were women Limited English Proficiency 5.1% 0 71 percent were 45 or older Disabled 8.4% ■ 41 percent had annual household incomes of $75,000 or Annual Household Income Less than 30.4% more $50,000 ■ 12 percent reported having a disability Target audiences included transit riders, Orange County residents, . 91 percent speak English very well traditionally underserved communities (both riders and non- 58 percent of participants lived in the 27278 or 27516 zip riders), and other community stakeholders. Traditionally, transit codes riders disproportionately include disadvantaged populations, including racial minorities, non-native English-speaking 37 percent have access to one car, and 57 percent have individuals, individuals with low incomes, and individuals with access to more than one car. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 2 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY KEY FINDINGS Orange County) and limited English proficiency (8 percent compared to 5 percent in Orange County). However, participation Participants desire improvements in transit services, including fell short of reaching Orange County demographics in reaching reliability, frequency, extended coverage, on-demand options, some minority groups including those who identify as Asian (2 and accessible information such as real-time tracking apps. percent compared to 8 percent in Orange County and Additionally, they emphasized the importance of improving Hispanic/Latino (5 percent compared to over 8 percent in Orange access to public transit through facilities like park and ride County); as well as residents with annual household incomes facilities, bike lanes, and pedestrian infrastructure. under $50,000 (24 percent compared to over 30 percent in Among participants without access to a car and those with Orange County). disabilities, 60 percent expressed the importance of on-demand While the engagement was successful in attracting a broad range transit services. For those with limited car access, over 60 percent of opinions and ideas from diverse audiences, there are some mentioned the significance of easy access to accurate and clear lessons learned from the demographic analysis and engagement transit service information. Seventy-three (73) percent of process that include: participants with disabilities also want easy access to transit . Pop-up events at transit centers and bus stops help create service information. Additionally, 67 percent of participants with awareness and collect input from transit riders from all access to at least two cars were more likely to prioritize targeted demographic backgrounds. scheduled, fixed routes over other types of improvements. ■ Future engagement should consider more ways to reach RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FUTURE ENGAGEMENT residents with incomes below $75,000 and those under 30 When comparing Phase 1 survey participants' demographics to years of age, like incentivizing participation. Orange County demographics, participants were generally representative of Orange County residents. Survey participants exceeded Orange County demographic percentages in the TACTICS AND TOOLS following categories: disability (12 percent compared to 8 percent in Orange County), gender identity (68 percent women compared The following activities were conducted to engage and gather to 52 percent in Orange County), age (46 percent aged 65 and feedback from residents and stakeholders during Phase 1. older compared to 14 percent in Orange County), race (76 percent white compared to 75 percent in Orange County; 12 percent Black/African American compared to 11 percent in Orange County), zero car households (6 percent compared to 4 in Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 3 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Pop-Up Events Presentations The project team held a series of six (6) pop-ups at bus shelters, The project team also conducted presentations with community community centers, and community events across Orange County boards and commissions to introduce the project and collect between March 18, 2024, and March 23, 2024. These events feedback. Presentations were given to the following groups provided transit riders and residents an opportunity to learn during their regularly scheduled meetings: about the project and to provide feedback. Pop-ups were ■ Orange County Transportation Board Meeting conducted at different times of the day at the following locations: ■ Mebane Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission (BPAC) ■ Hillsborough Walmart Meeting ■ Seymour Center ■ Passmore Center Polling Boards ■ Durham Tech OC Campus Park and Ride Standalone polling boards featuring project details and simple ■ UNC Health Care Hillsborough Campus questions were placed in transit shelters at six (6) key bus stops in ■ Downtown Mebane Eggstravaganza and Bunny Hop Orange County. The aim was to engage transit riders directly and Each event included an informational board showing existing gather their feedback on the project at their convenience. Each transit service and a polling board to collect participant feedback. board included a QR code and link to the project website to Paper surveys were provided to collect feedback from encourage participants to take the online survey.A full list of participants, which included a link to complete it online should polling board locations can be found in Appendix A. the participant wish to take it later. All Information was made available in both English and Spanish.A list of pop-up events and Survey their dates, locations, and times is included in Appendix A. A short survey was developed to collect feedback on transit Near the end of the engagement phase, Orange County improvements and usage.The survey was distributed both online Transportation Services held an additional event at Cedar Grove and in print form in English and Spanish to Orange County Community Center where community members filled out paper stakeholders and 13 community centers, libraries, and surveys. apartments. The survey was conducted from March 4 to March 31, 2024. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 4 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA P-04G ECROUNTY ADVERTISING METHODS The following communication methods were used to inform the public and encourage participation in Phase 1 engagement activities: Project Website A website was developed to share information and materials about the Orange County SRTP project including project and plan overviews, phase 1 engagement activities, and link to the online survey. Email Campaigns and Social Media The project team worked with plan partners to promote Phase 1 activities and engagement opportunities via email and social media. A media kit, including a digital flyer, social media graphics, newsletter copy, and email content was created in English and Spanish and shared with stakeholders and agency partners to distribute through their communication channels. The media kit was also distributed to 50 community organizations in Orange County. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 5 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY 2 PHASE 1 FINDINGS bikes. There were suggestions for the addition of extra lanes for cars in downtown Mebane. Improved communication regarding A summary of attendees' comments received during the in- buses and real-time updates was also mentioned. person Phase 1 engagement activities is provided below. It was suggested that the project team should communicate with the Orange County Reentry Council to discuss enhancing transit POP UP EVENTS accessibility to job opportunities, especially those in the industrial sector with varying shift times. Additionally, residents have At each in-person pop-up event, attendees were encouraged to expressed interest in a Mebane circulator to foster better share their thoughts using sticky notes on a polling board or connections between Hillsborough and Mebane, coupled with the provide written feedback by completing a paper survey.A total of installation of bike racks on any new transit services within 105 responses were collected via the polling boards. For more Mebane. details on the total number of stickers received for each question and response option, please see Appendix B. Below is a summary Question 2: What type of transit service of comments received. improvements would you like to see in Question 1: Where would you like to see Orange County? (34 total stickers) better transit services? (42 total stickers) In response to improving transit services in Orange County, Residents expressed their desire for enhanced transit services, various suggestions were made to meet the community's needs especially to Hillsborough and Cedar Grove. They would like and enhance accessibility. One suggestion was to increase the improved transportation options to key destinations such as frequency of transit services and offer better on-demand options, Eubanks Park and Ride and the new Aldi store. They mentioned preferably through user-friendly apps. Additionally, residents easier connectivity between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill, want easier access to transit information with recommendations particularly to get to Orange County Hospital and events at such as organizing travel training events at senior centers and Passmore and Seymour. In addition to this, better transit services providing clearer directions on buses. Installing real-time between Downtown Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, with a information signs was also mentioned. specific request for stops at the Zen Center along Highway 86. Affordability was a significant concern, with requests for making Residents also would like to see infrastructure improvements, transit more affordable or even free for riders. There was a strong including more sidewalks for pedestrians along U.S. 70 and emphasis to include smaller communities in Mebane like West expanded bike lanes, particularly to accommodate mountain Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 6 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY End, East End, Buckhorn, Perry Hill, and White Level in transit Hillsborough and Chapel Hill/Carrboro, as well as routes from planning discussions, as these areas tend to be often overlooked. unincorporated Orange County into Mebane. Lastly, a suggestion was made to add train stops in Mebane to UNC Hospital transit riders expressed interest in connectivity increase connectivity. between Hillsborough and Chapel/Carrboro, as well as connections between Hillsborough and Durham. Question 3: What times of day are most Durham Tech transit riders also mentioned the importance of important to you for travel? (29 total connecting Hillsborough and Chapel Hill/Carrboro. stickers) Faucette Street transit riders prioritized connecting Hillsborough and Mebane, service from unincorporated Orange County into When considering the most important times for travel, residents Durham, and better service within Hillsborough. Notably, none of mentioned the midday hours on weekdays, particularly from 11 the polling board responses mentioned the need to connect AM to 2 PM.They mentioned the importance of having reliable Orange County to other regional destinations. transportation options during these hours to meet diverse travel needs. To increase transit usage, there was a suggestion to make Question 2: What type of transit service transit more affordable or even free. improvements would you like to see in POLLING BOARDS Orange County? (32 total stickers) Transit riders were given the opportunity to share their thoughts Transit riders across all locations would like increased scheduled on three questions by placing colored dot stickers on unstaffed bus service that follows a fixed route with designated stops. polling boards placed in transit shelters. A total of 92 responses Riders mentioned the importance of shorter and more reliable were collected. Below is a summary of comments received. wait times. Additionally, there were requests for enhancements to the comfort and amenities at bus stops. Question 1 : Where would you like to see better transit services? (28 total stickers) In response to where riders would like to see better service, Cone Health transit riders are seeking improved services within Mebane and enhanced connectivity between Hillsborough and Mebane. Additionally, there is a desire for improved connectivity between Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 7 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA RANG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Question 3: What times of day are most Which Orange County Public important to you for travel? (32 total Transportation services do you use and/or have you used in the past?Select all that stickers) apply. Weekdays during peak commute times (7-9 AM and 4-6 PM) were mentioned as the most important travel times among all Hillsborough Circulator = 15% transit users. This was closely followed by weekdays before 7 AM, between 9 AM and 4 PM, and after 6 PM, as well as throughout orange-Alamance Connector 3% the day on Saturdays and Sundays. Orange-Chapel Hill Connector _ 21% SURVEY SUMMARY Mobility on Demand (MOD) 4% A total of 191 participants completed the online or paper survey. OC Public Transportation 4% Survey Results Social Services Dept. 1% Participant Transit Service Use Aging Dept. 2% Participants were asked about their use of public transit services CJ R Dept. 1 within and outside of Orange County. Sixty-six (66) percent of survey participants have not used Orange Have not used 66% County Public Transportation. Twenty-one (21) percent preferred the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector, while 15 percent used the OtherOC Dept. 5% Hillsborough Circulator. Nine (9) percent scheduled rides through 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% an Orange County Department, and 5 percent use other Orange County departments to schedule their rides. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 8 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Other Transit Agency Services Frequency of Transit Use Respondents were also asked what transit services outside of Respondents were asked how often they used Orange County Orange County they currently use or have used in the past. Public Transit services. Which other transit agency services do you How often do you use transit services in use and/or have you used in the past? Orange County (including fixed bus routes Select all that apply. and scheduled door-to-door rides)? Never 50% Other(Please specify) _ 12% Once a month or less often - 27% 1 have never used public 34% transit services A few times a month 10% Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation . 5% A few times a week 9% (PART) GoTriangle 31% Every day or almost every day 0 5% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Chapel Hill Transit 50% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Twenty-seven (27) percent of participants used Orange County transit services once a month or less, with half(50 percent) saying they never use them. Only 5 percent of participants reported that Chapel Hill Transit was used by 50 percent of participants, they use Orange County transit services daily. Nine (9) percent followed by GoTriangle services at 31 percent. Additionally, 12 reported that they used the services a few times a week. percent used public transit in cities such as Raleigh, Durham, New York, and Boston, while 34 percent reported that have never used public transit services. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 9 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Participant Preferences Where would you like to see better transit Participants were asked to share their preferences and ideas for services? transit improvements, focusing particularly on service areas, hours Select up to three. of operation, and service quality. Connecting Hillsborough and Chapel Hill/Carrboro 44% Service Area Unincorporated OC into Chapel Participants were asked where they would like to see transit Hill/Carrboro 41% service improvements in Orange County. Unincorporated OC into ° Respondents were most interested in improving transit services Hillsborough 29/°connecting Chapel Hill to Carrboro and Hillsborough (44 percent) Connecting Hillsborough and ° and to unincorporated areas of Orange County (41 percent). Durham 27/°Additionally, 29 percent expressed interest in improvements connecting Hillsborough to unincorporated areas of Orange Connecting OC to other 23% regional destinations County, and 27 percent wanted transit connections from Hillsborough to Durham. Interest in transit improvements in Within Hillsborough 23% Mebane varied from 10 percent to 19 percent, depending on destination. Unincorporated OC into Durham 20% Connecting Hillsborough and Mebane 19% Unincorporated OC into Mebane 11% Within Mebane 10% Other(Please specify) 10% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 10 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA RANG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Transit Schedule Transit Improvements Participants were asked what days and times were most Participants were asked what type of transit improvements they important for them to travel. would like to see in Orange County. What times of day are most important to What type of transit improvements would you for travel? you like to see in Orange County? (Pick up Select up to two. to 3) Weekdays 9 AM to 4 PM 61% Making transit payments easier 12% Saturdays throughout the day 47% Other(Please specify) 15% Weekdays 7-9 AM and 4-6 ° /° PM Improving bus stops 17 39/° ° Weekdays after 6 PM 23% Vanpool and carpool programs 18% Sundays throughout the day 16% More on-demand service 38% Shorter, reliable wait times for ° Weekdays before 7 AM 15% services 43/° Making it easier to find service ° 0% 20% 40% 60% information 44/°More scheduled,fixed route 58% service Participants are most likely to travel between 9 AM and 4 PM (61 0% 10%20%30%40%50%60%70% percent), throughout the day on Saturdays (47 percent), and during typical weekday commuting times (39 percent)—defined Fifty-eight (58) percent of participants expressed their primary as weekdays between 7 AM and 9 AM and 4 PM and 6 PM. interest in having more scheduled fixed bus routes, Additionally, 44 percent indicated interest in easier access to information about Sixteen (16) percent of participants travel throughout the day on Sundays and 15 percent travel early mornings on weekdays transit service, while 43 percent want shorter and more reliable before 7 AM. wait times and 38 percent would like more on-demand transit services. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 11 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA RANG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY 3 PHASE 2 OVERVIEW KEY FINDINGS The second phase of public engagement for the Orange County Overall, engagement participants were supportive of the SRTP was conducted to gather feedback on the proposed proposed changes and improvements in the SRTP. The most strategies and implementation timeline, as well as continue to common feedback themes on the proposals included: educate residents about Orange County's transportation options. ■ Service requests to where people live that were not served The engagement period took place from August 19 to September within the plan timeframe, including fixed route service to 12, 2024. Target audiences were transit riders, Orange County communities south of Carrboro and north of Hillsborough residents, stakeholders, and both riders and non-riders from . General support for changes to the Hillsborough traditionally underserved communities. Similar engagement Circulator strategies were used as in Phase 1. 133 people completed the survey online or in person, and over 125 people participated in Support for coordination of the 420 and Orange Chapel at pop-up events and conversations with project staff Hill Connector, although some riders preferred more walkable local stops to the express service presentations. ■ A few comments were concerned about the lack of all-day PARTICIPATIONfixed route service between Hillsborough and Mebane, but many respondents also expressed an understanding DEMOGRAPHICS of the tradeoffs and supported the MOD improvements as an alternative The survey included optional questions about participants' . Significant support for easier booking of MOD by phone demographic backgrounds. These questions had response rates ■ Significant support for weekend demand response service ranging from 83 percent (location) to 91 percent (age). Overall, ■ Walkability improvements were popular, in particular on ■ 76 percent of participants identified as white Orange Grove Road and near Walmart and Aldi. ■ 46 percent were 65 or older Beyond the specific SRTP proposals, reliability continues to be a ■ 36 percent had annual household incomes of $75,000 or major concern for all services, including missed trips and lack of more clear information, and there was strong support for proposals ■ 15 percent reported having a disability focused on improving reliability and communication. ■ 45 percent lived in Hillsborough Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 12 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY TACTICSAND TOOLS encouraged to fill out the survey either online or on paper and submit their feedback prior to the end of the engagement period The following activities were conducted to engage and collect on September 12, 2024. All information was made available in feedback from residents and stakeholders during Phase 2 of the English, Spanish, and Mandarin. A list of pop-up events, their public engagement period. dates, times, and locations are available in Appendix A. Pop-Up Events Presentations The project team held a series of seven pop-up events at The project team conducted presentations with the Orange community centers, senior centers, shopping locations, and local Unified Transportation Board (OUTBoard) and the Mebane Bicycle events between August 20, 2024, and September 10, 2024. These and Pedestrian Commission (BPAC). The presentations consisted events provided transit riders and residents an opportunity to of project updates on the proposed changes in the plan, and provide feedback on the proposed changes and learn about opportunities for attendees to provide feedback were provided. existing and future transit services. Pop-ups were conducted at various times of the day at the following locations, chosen based Survey on Phase 1 engagement experience and stakeholder input: The project team administered a brief survey seeking feedback on ■ Passmore Center the proposed changes to transportation services. The survey was ■ Seymour Center distributed both online and in print in English, Spanish, and ■ Hillsborough Walmart Mandarin. The survey was open from August 19, 2024, to ■ Efland Cheeks Community Center Food Distribution September 13, 2024. Analysis of the survey results can be found in ■ Eno Arts Mill First Fridays Appendix D. ■ Mebane Farmer's Market ADVERTISING METHODS ■ Cedar Grove Community Center At each event, the project team had an informational board that showed the proposed changes to transit services on a map and Project Website provided explanations about each of the services.Additionally, The project website developed for Phase 1 of the public the project team had paper flyers that had the informational engagement process was updated to include the proposed board on one side and a survey on the other. People were transportation service changes and plan overviews, Phase 2 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 13 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY engagement activity locations and times, and a link to the online Email Campaigns and Social survey. Media Transit Posters Building on the efforts from Phase 1, the project team The project team hung up informational posters on bus stops collaborated with plan partners to promote Phase 2 public throughout Orange County that provided a link to the online engagement activities through email campaigns and social media survey. The posters were hung up at the following bus shelter outreach.A comprehensive media kit, featuring a digital flyer, locations: social media assets, newsletter text, and email templates, was ■ Fulton St. at VA Hospital prepared in both English and Spanish. This kit was shared with stakeholders and agency partners for dissemination through their ■ Erwin Rd. at Fulton St. (Duke University Hospital) respective channels.Additionally, the media kit was sent to ■ UNC Hospital/Health Sciences Library various community organizations throughout Orange County. ■ Durham Tech, Orange County Campus ■ Waterstone Dr. at UNC Health Care-Hillsborough Campus ■ Faucette Mill Rd. at Cornelius St. ■ Churton St. at Margaret Ln. ■ Mebane Cone Health Park & Ride Project Flyers In addition to the transit posters that were hung up across Orange County, project flyers were distributed to various locations throughout Orange County. These locations included residence complexes, libraries, community centers, schools, hospitals, and senior centers. The flyers included information on proposed changes to transportation services, along with a paper copy of the survey. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 14 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA DUNG ECROUNTY _�NSIT PLAN 4 PHASE 2 FINDINGS SURVEY RESULTS 133 people submitted responses to the survey online or on paper. POP UP EVENTS All submitted surveys were completed in English. Participants were asked about their transit use, both for Orange County Public Unlike Phase 1, with unique polling boards for pop-ups, Phase 2 Transportation services and in the region more widely. A majority pop-up events focused on distributing the paper survey and of respondents have never used OCPT, but more than half have informational sheet, answering questions, and making the public utilized at least some form of transit in the region. aware of the transportation options offered in Orange County. Specific feedback and comments were written down on paper Which Orange County Public Transportation surveys and entered into the survey result data. Where possible, services do you use and/or have you used in project staff counted the conversations held at the following the past? (Select all that apply) events: • Passmore Center: 18 conversations I call:another County Department 12% • ti l J i i OC Cr iminal rmnausce Seymour Center: 13 conversations I call: 11% Resources Dept ■ Eno Arts Mill First Fridays: 25 conversations I call:OC Dept of Aging 2% ■ Mebane Farmer's Market: 20 conversations 1 Other events focused on distributing information and gathering I call:OC DSS 2% written feedback, and the number of specific conversations was I call:OCPT M 8% not recorded. Orange-Chapel Hill Connector - 20% Orange-Alamance Connector 12% Hillsborough Circulator 18% 1 have never used Orange County Public Transportation 64% 0% 10%20%30%40%50%60%70% Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 15 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Which other transit agency services do you use Along with an open-ended comment box, the key question in the and/or have you used in the past? survey looked to gain feedback on the impact of the proposed changes on respondents. Over half of survey respondents said the proposals would make using transit at least somewhat easier for Other(please specify) 6% them. Piedmont Authority for Regional 7/°° Among those who said they have used OCTS services in the past, Transportation (PART) � 70% responded that the changes would make it either somewhat GoTriangle 36% or much easier to use. Chapel Hill Transit 52% 1 have never used public transit 37/°° services 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% Will these proposed changes make it easier for you to use public transportation in Orange County? 40% 35% 35% 30% 25% 19% 21% 20% 15% 15% 10% 4% 5% 5% ■ ■ 0% Much Somewhat Neutral Somewhat Very Not Easier Easier Difficult Difficult Applicable Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 16 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY APPENDIXD- 1 : • Saturday, 9/7, Mebane Farmer's Market, 8:30 am — 12 pm ■ Tuesday, 9/10, Cedar Grove Community Center 11 am - 12 OUTREACH pm LOCATIONS Polling Board Locations Phase 1: Pop Up Events ■ Churton Street at Margaret Lane (Hillsborough) Phase 1: E Faucette Mill Road at Cornelius Street (Hillsborough) ■ Monday, 3/18, Hillsborough Walmart, 2 pm —4 pm • Durham Tech OCC Park-and-Ride (Hillsborough) ■ Tuesday, 3/19, Orange County Seymour Senior Center, 11 • UNC Hospital (Hillsborough) am — 1 pm ■ Cone Health Park and Ride (Mebane) ■ Tuesday, 3/19, Passmore Center, 3 pm — 5 pm Phase 2: ■ Wednesday, 3/20, Durham Tech OC Campus, 9 am — 11 None am ■ Wednesday, 3/20, UNC Health Care-Hillsborough Transit Poster Locations Campus, 3 pm — 5 pm Phase 1: ■ Saturday, 3/23, Downtown Mebane Eggstravaganza and Bunny Hop 11 am —2 pm • None Phase 2: Phase 2: ■ Tuesday, 8/20, Passmore Center, 9:30 am - 11:30 am • Churton Street at Margaret Lane (Hillsborough) ■ Tuesday, 8/20, Hillsborough Walmart 2 pm —4 pm • Faucette Mill Road at Cornelius Street (Hillsborough) ■ Wednesday, 8/21, Orange County Seymour Senior Center • Durham Tech OCC Park-and-Ride (Hillsborough) 10 am - 12 pm • UNC Hospital (Hillsborough) ■ Friday, 9/6, Efland Cheeks Community Center, 9:30 am - ■ Cone Health Park and Ride (Mebane) 11:30 am E Erwin Rd at Fulton Street, Duke University Hospital ■ Friday, 9/6, First Fridays at Eno Arts Mill 6 pm to 9 pm (Durham) Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 17 ORANGE COUNTY Appendix 2 mGe Engagement SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN APPENDIX D-2: PHASE What types of improvements would you like to 1 POLLING BOARD see in Orange County (Select a) ]o 9 COMMENTS a 8 Pop Up Events 7 6 Where would you like to see better tra nsit s services? 4 4 4 ]n a a 9 z 2 2 8 2 7 ] e § ; o 4 \ b C \ \ 0 C a 0 � d e ` J z 2 — t z ] ° \ \ \ 0 / / / § CU \ & e ) $ � / 0 0 2 0 2 6 \ ! ® / 2 & & » % \ \ \ � m o \_ » ( » = a { § 2 7 / $ \ / \ } \ § o ± k � 0M = � / $ ) \ a \ � 7 � / E _ — \ 7 � 2 e o e 2 6 / = 3 g = o . � a e 2 2 u 5 ® \ a 2 \ 2 ƒ # E -0 @ \ / \ E %$ \ 2 a j \ s o 7 / m _ \ b e G o % 0 o _ _ f § g 2 � o 7 y 5 2- ® — 2 — _ — — / E ® b / G •- \ $ § .= 3 = » e 3 � 6 2 7 $ 2 » 0 e \ / \ \ ƒ I : E / \ \ 2 \ ) / § \ / / / / / t E 0 \ 0 / E o e * ® _ o g '\ » / » / e > 0 o 0 0 ® e § m = ƒ § u u u / ° o QJ _ 0 e / > E NwmANy eeConsulting Associates 18 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA RANG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY What times of day are most important to you Polling Boards for travel? (Pick up to two) Where would you like to see better transit services? Sundays throughout the day 8 8 7 6 6 Saturdays throughout the day 5 4 4 3 3 3 Weekday nights(after 6pm) 2 2 1 1 0 ' 0 ' 0 0 Weekdays during the middle of the a, O O O O a, E day(9am-4pm) m ° t o y v O O C C C C Q -0 7 7 7 O O O O O -0 C 2 U U U O U L aj a) a) p a) C 0 CM 0t O Weekdays at peak commute times �, �,_� �, M 2 -2 o (7-9am,4-6pm) O o 0 0 u O o -0 o o v �° tea, a tea, = 2 D �__ o _ _ Weekday early mornings(before c c c v c a"i O 7am) � o C 0) O U O - E E E E U U O O O O a) C U- Li Li Li O 0 2 4 6 8 U Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 19 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY What type of transit service improvements What times of day are most important to you for would you like to see in Orange County? (Pick travel? up to three) (Pick up to two) 9 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 5 4 4 3 3 5 3 2 4 1 1 0 3 3 3 3 0 3 01 o c v� c c o c t o v 2 faP O 2 � 3 2 C n V Y o 2 Y V' >, >, O 0 Q N E 0, � + 'E + U L t o M E a) E 3 N 1 a m T v�i 3 ai � � o a •c .� _ � � � Z 0 C - C 2 °� 0 W o w v0 -0 D a ° g o Weekday Weekdays Weekdays Weekday Saturdays Sundays v � E o early at peak during the nights(after throughout throughout a a m mornings commute middle of 6pm) the day the day 0 0 M o a, �' (before times(7- the day c 0 > o Q lam) gam,4- (9am-4pm) > E 6pm) Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 20 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY APPENDIX D- 3• PHASE This proposals are all addressing central and northern Orange County. • For those of us in the southern part of the county, but outside the Chapel 2 SURVEY COMMENT S Hill-Carrboro city limits,we have very few options other than to drive to a park and ride for CH Transit. Walking and cycling are not safe options on our roads. I really thought this process would address our southern What •• you like or dislike about the proposed Orange County needs as well. I'm disappointed in this plan. specificreference I wish the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector could come as far south as Love the Mebane circulator. Great opportunity for older adults and Southern Village. people without cars to access shopping and Cone Health.Also May be assumed, but routes× info. need to be readily available, expanding MOD seems helpful for affordability and accessibility.Will individualized with prompts&easy to understand ie: where are you some of the vehicles be wheelchair-accessible?I hope eventually these leaving from,where do you want to go&when do you need to be there, services with run on weekends too. then take ... at. ... that you can get&Updated throughout day. As I most likely the Mebane Circulator(I live in Mebane)and a connection example, looking at proposed map of routes, I find them very difficult to to Alamance Community College, but also the prospect of more routes in read. general. need southern route access I like the on-demand services for rural areas in southern Orange county There is nothing for Heritage Hills where I live. Need more transit between Chapel Hill and Carrboro and Durham. Need All sounds great. Hopefully it will get done fewer walking distances for those who are disabled. When and if I can no longer drive, improving MOD will be critical;and Orange-Chapel Hill Connector increasing the frequency of the Hillsborough Circulator will also be a big help, IF it runs reasonably close to my house. We are in heritage hills at the southern end of Smith level Rd. I didn't see any public transport near us in the proposal. There are some strategies that I like, however others don't seem to be helpful,especially as a resident of Alamance County rather than Orange I'm 85 and live in the stouthern rural part of the county and need County.Tanger Outlets would be a good location for cash loading UMO transportation from dusk to dark. I don't understand how the on demand cards. service works but it won't be of use to me when I need it because of the hours proposed. Still doesn't at all serve me(heritage hills) local should make more quick stops in neighborhoods...Just a stop and I like the expanded service hours and the mobility manager, but would go...I live in a development with no side walks to walk to a bus stop as like to see even more improvements in walking to transit so many do and I would use a bus much more often with a quick stop in I have not been able to find the changes to the Hillsborough circulator my neighborhood,Yet, I wont risk walking on a highway to catch a bus on the plan. I don't know what they are. bus...You dont even need a full stop unless you see a passenger waiting....thanks for allowing our input Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY I like the focus on helping people walk to transit stops and protecting I was hoping that the plan would address the future train station in them while waiting for their transit vehicles. I also like the focus on Hillsborough. I have a vision disability, and so I use the part bus to travel increasing the number of vehicles and frequency of buses. back and forth between Chapel Hill and Greensboro,where I have North Orange County isn't being helped-an area that really needs family.The PART bus does not run on Saturdays and Sundays,and it is additional transportation to access services,typically located in southern rather inconvenient to take the train to Durham,and then transfer to CH part of Orange Co via bus. I am waiting for the train station to come in and it will be very important for the area to plan for that going forward. I live in Hillsborough and currently drive. But I am interested about public I would use the 420/Circulator to go to Hillsborough, but the ridership transit. Me and my wife are in our 70's. pattern is a little confusing.Simplifying the relationship between the 420 While I like the expanded hours of service on the Hillsborough Circulator and the Circulator will be helpful! and two routes,it's not clear to me about having to transfer onto the it won't help me drive less. It would be nice for the circular to run on second route as well as wait time. weekends. "free"transportation really means that someone else pays. From 2X Hboro circulator, new Mebane circulator and eliminating under- experience in other jurisdictions,any free transport(even for a select utilized routes group)is never enough. There is always clamor to add more people to the"free"group. The taxes in Orange County are already quite high; it (Eventual)consolidation of Hillsborough-Chapel Hill connector-but does not make sense to plan to add more liabilities. removing their redundancies and better integrating Orange County The cost to people on fixed incomes that are suffering from inflation due transit services to the rest of the Triangle's fare and tracking systems to government spending. should be a much higher priority. It doesn't make sense to offer the Orange-Chapel Hill Connector when Like the addition of workability to the Transportation. Does that mean GoTriangle serves the same route.You should give funds to GoTriangle sidewalk improvements? to operate the 420 bus,and use the savings the extend the hours to 9 Need better weekend services&higher frequencies between Chapel Hill pm(which would make the service far more valuable for people traveling &Hillsborough during the week between Chapel Hill and Hillsborough for events) Nothing seems to be expanding to the area where I live Appreciate increased options w/ Hillsborough circulator split Doesn't effectively address access for elderly in rural areas. Please, please make it so people can call for trips on MOD. Don't have a More access to MOD services when I can no longer drive a personal smartphone or computer access and I can't use MOD. vehicle No service between Chatham county line and carrboro We live at Gatemoore on Rhonda Rd in South Hillsborough. Hopefully I like increasing walking access to transit. the new stop shown at Cheshire Dr as close as possible to Oakdale Dr+ improved frequency will finally allow us to get on the bus to go to Wallmart of the Sportsplex-45 min is still a lot though. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 22 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Don't like. We need a train and/or light rail. Not these connectors! I don't Excited about weekend demand response service;go to Walmart on the know anyone who uses them! Misallocation of resources. And lack of weekends;wish it would begin sooner strategic vision. Moving the bus off 86 will make it impossible to take either the 420 or I like the circulators OCH;to get more people to ride it, add more stops along the corridor, it No service along 70 from Mebane to Hillsborough. can be hard to walk to bus stops In the plan,there is reference to the one-way aspect of the Hillsborough Adding the proposed transit hub in Efland would increase the likelihood Circulator that makes it difficult for passengers because they have to that I would use the public transportation system. ride all the way around the route even if the stop they need is only 1 stop I am one of the many who have never used any of the transit methods. away. But the plans don't seem to address that issue at all,from what I expanding MOD route, please include making scheduling appointments can see,which I think they should. easier for individuals who don't have access to internet or smart phones possible on-demand rides in north-east of county I like making the Hillsborough Circulator 2-way. I like improving foot Mebane! More about Mebane Connectivity traffic routes to public transit. I like the public info campaign. I cannot ride from fairview neighborhood to the occ college,they need a More service! stop in between to share if you're going to split it,otherwise some people "Improve Bus Stops, build new Rural Transit Hubs,and improve Walking will have to walk/run to the next stop Access to Transit so that people can comfortably get to and wait for Support the advertising campaign, send a pamphlet with water/electric transit."THIS IS CRUCIAL FOR ORANGE COUNTY and should be a bill free service for senior citizens who live nowhere near CHC BUS Allow people to get senior rider card at Seymour Center instead of TRANSIT that runs BUSES DAILY ALMOST EMPTY OF PEOPLE AND having to go to Transportation Center(very hard to get there without the IT IS ALWAYS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RURAL TRANSIT SYSTEM card!) FOR ORANGE COUNTY SENIORS IS A DISGRACE AND WOEFULLY INADEQUATE.THE SENIOR CENTERS DO THEIR BEST BUT Not enough MOD drivers,serious issues with MOD reliability;cancelled CANNOT KEEP UP WITH DEMAND--WHICH IS TO TRAVEL trips, hard to book, sometimes not operating WITHOUT HAVING TO DRIVE OR UNABLE TO DRIVE. LET'S Need safety improvements at Aldi crossing CHANGE THAT, PLEASE. The shorter loops are an excellent idea.The problem is a lot of West Like the new HC.Want OCPT to be more focused on transporting the Hillsborough is left out of the changes. Lakeshore Drive residents would general population have a very difficult time using the circulator. Like the improved H2H alignment and the ability to get from CH to The Hillsborough circulator routes eliminate easy access for the west Passmore Hillsborough neighborhoods. Having a stop at the intersection of west Wish it was two way to reduce walking or time on the bus; like the split Hill and West King would allow widespread access for this area. loop idea Bus is a good choice because parking is hard downtown Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Easy walking access to transport from Churton Grove neighborhood to Areas of focus,expanded hours, regular routes all great for planning and downtown Hillsborough as well as Chapel Hill.Would have very much using. liked to continue being able to get to Mebane from Hillsborough as I It will expand services to older,disabled and/or low-income individuals. consider future needs when old enough not to be able to drive(20-30 Much more should be done to help connect these isolated individuals to years from now)and desire to minimize driving now(ecological services, resources and engagement. reasons). Traveling from Alamance County,aka,the affordable community to I like that there will be more hubs in the rural areas.We do not have Chapel Hill care appointments aka in the desired community will be transportation and cannot get to our appointments,doctor and difficult without the connector. pharmacy. My husband bikes 15 miles one way to get to the doctor/pharmacy. A fixed route parallel to the ODX needs to run all day.Towns with Increasing frequency of Hillsborough Circulator would make it much current populations well above 10,000 need to be connected. more user friendly I like having the Hillsborough circulator running every 45 minutes; The A loop of the Hillsborough Circulator has low ridership.Consider expanded weekend service; improved walking access to transit;and the eliminating the portion along 70 and only have one loop.Transit Plan new Mebane circulator funds should not be used for Mebane Circulator as it is in Alamance Will there be any rural hub spots up 57 towards NE corner of Orange? County. Perhaps the two stops in Orange County can be funded but I live in a rural area between Hillsborough and Chapel Hill and there is nothing more. Orange County has a mobility manager already.Confirm no public bus stop or circulator zone that I can take. It would be nice to that there would still only be one but perhaps with an expanded role. Bus be able to take public transit but this would require the county to expand stops should be sufficient for passengers. Calling them transit hubs is the zones further and add a route along Orange Grove Rd. confusing. Please clarify that funding sources other than the transit plan funds will be used for sidewalk projects unless directly adjacent to a bus I like the proposed 2 Hillsborough circulator routes which will make going stop. Begin OCH at 9:30, not 8:30 to further reduce overlap with the 420. to downtown Hillsborough more convenient The demand for transit maps are misleading.The range of density and I like the start time change to 6:30am colors used imply that there is similar demand in Hillsborough as there is at UNC.This should be corrected.Show raw data or more fairly illustrate Please re-prioritize(to 2025-2027)your=>Sunday<=bus services within the differences. Chapel Hill/Carrboro city limits. Personally, I'd love to see a Sunday bus on the N route(from Harris Teeter/Meadowmont to downtown and connecting every half hour with the N/S lines, between Eubanks Rd and Southern Village....from 9 am to 2 pm Sundays. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 24 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETROUNTY APPENDIX D-4: ENGAGEMENT MATERIALS PHASE 1 MATERIALS Polling Board TRANSITHELP IMPROVE ■ NGE COUNTY! iAyfji3ENOSr• •D r rrOr• ORANGE COUNTY The Orange County Short Range Transit Plan will Identify opportunities EI Plan de Transporte Publico a Carta Plaza del Condado Orange identificara to improve transit services in Orange County,Mond create an opartunitial Para mejorar los servicios de transporte p6blica en el ST-IORT P AjV GF,x.R�ANSIT PL.A-N Implementation plan for 2025 to 2030. Condatlo Orange,NC,y creara un plan de Implementaclon Para 2025 a 2030. �ONdAda a♦�NGE Let us know what improvements you would like to see! i Haganos saber qua mejoras le gustaria ver! 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ORANGE COUNTY 8)How else would you like to see public transit improved in Orange County? SHUH'T HANC,E THAI\S1T 1'l.AN The Or'anga County Short Aw,"Transit Plan will identify 4)Which city,town,or community do you lira in? opportvni ties to improve transit services in Orange County, tat},llilstaoraughr Codar Onwe,Etland) NC and create an implementation plan for 2025 to 2030.Let us know what improvements you would like to see! Please return this:nrwy by Merck31,2024 u rwrgh: 9)Subscribe for Project Updates:Would you like to be notified of project updates and opportunities to provide feedback? Take it online at.ranq-..nty.rtp.-m _ 51 Where woul d you like to see better transit service? If so,please provide your email address below. Email a scan or photo of each page to o ❑o (Pick up t.43) inivdapppoonsulting.net ❑Within Hillsborough Mail to Public Participation Partners ❑Within Mebane 9502 Si.Forks Rd,Ste.102 Q ❑From unincorporated Orange County into Hillsborough Raleigh,NC 27615 ❑From unincorporated Orange C.untyintoMabana Voluntary Demographic Questions Scan the OR code to learn mare about the project or visit ❑From unincorporated Orange County into Chapel Hilll The following questions ask about you and your background.This information helps us work toward our goal of inclusive ora.geceurrtysrirr-am Crrbora engagement.Please note that your responses will be used solely for data collection,will remain CONFIDENTIAL,and are ❑From unin—porated Orange UuntyintoDurham OPTIONAL. ❑Connecting Hillsborough and Mebane 11 Which Orange County Public Transportation services do C7 Ca nnecti ng Hillsburaugh and Chapel Hil llCarrbom you use and lor have you used in the past? ❑Connecting Hillsborough and Durham 1)Do you have a disability? 6)Which of the following best describes you?(Choose all (select all that apply} ❑Connecting Orange County to other ragi onal O Yes that apply) ❑Hilkborou h a destinations g Circultor O No ❑Asian or Pacific Islander ❑mrangeAlamenoaCannector •u❑Other: ,,;,,ea,yarot.dorayCo-Imam—tary---12 theCaaay 0 Prefer not to answer ❑Black or African American ❑Orange-Chapel Hill Connector ruaarou�`irebo,reyaaa dariaeoyChopaYHlr,Cmdiwq ❑Hispanic or Latino ❑Mobility..DemandlMOD)Service �'' 2)What is your gender identity. ❑Native American or Alaskan Native call to schedule a ride with Orange County: fit What times of day are most important to you fortravef? ❑Public Transportation O Man ❑White or Caucasian ❑Department of Social Services (Pick up to 21 O Woman ❑Other:-------_ ❑Department ul Aging ❑Weekday early morningslbefore7am] O Non-binary ❑Prefer not to answer ❑Criminal Justice Resources Department ❑Weekdays at peak commute times(7-gam.4-6pm) O Prefer not to answer ❑Other County Department: ❑Weekdays during the middle of the day(9am-,pm) 7)What is your approximate annual household income? ❑I have never used Orange County Public Transportation ❑Weekday nights(after rpm) ❑Saturdays throughout the day 3)What is your age? O Less than$15,000 21 Wfiich other transit agency services do you use WAI r ❑Sundays throughout the day O Youngerthan 18 0$15,000 to$25,000 have you used in the past?(select al that apply) 018-29 0$25,000 to$50,000 ❑Chapel Hill Transit 7)Whattype of transit improvements would you like to see 0$50,000 t0$75,000 In Oranga County?(Pick up to 3) 0 30-44 ❑S.Triangla 0$75,000 and above ❑Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation(PART] ❑More scheduled bus service that runs along a fixed 045-64 ❑Other: route with fixed steps 0 65 and older O Prefer not to answer ❑I have never used public transit services ❑More on-demand service,whereyou can cal I or use an O Prefer not to answer app to request a ride to anywhere within a service area 8)How many cars does your household have access to? 3)How often do you use transit services(fixed route buses ❑Vanpool and carpool programsr to me Ike it easier to 4)How well do you speak English? 0 None and scheduled door-to-duor rides)in Orange County? share rides 0 One ❑Making it easier to find information ahout transit 0 Very well O Every day almost every day 0 Two O A Few times a week services 0 WBII O A few it mes a month ❑Maki ng it easier to pay far t ransit O Okay O Three or more O Once a month or less often ❑Improving the comfort and amenities at bus stops O Very little O Never ❑Shorter and more reliable wait times for transit services O Not at all 9)What is your home zip code? ❑Other: O Prefer not to answer Nv+of x 5)What language do you speak at home? ------------------------------ Page 2 of 2 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 26 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Survey (Spanish) MODEMS A MEJORAR CONDADO ORANGE DE TRANSPORTEPLAN DE TRANSPORTE PGBLICO A CORTO PLAZO IL WOMOS A MEJIDRMr CONDADO ORANGE 8)10e qu6 otra manera Is gustaria qua se mejorara el transporte p6blico an el Condado Orange? 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O Menos de$15,000 ❑Oepartamanto de Fmejserntwto ❑pies laborablea durante M msdkdla(9 on a4 pm) O$15,000 a$25,000 ❑Departsmemo do Recursssdo Ju tIcTe Patel ❑ O Manor de 18 anos O$25,000 a$50,000 ❑Mro depertamsrrto del condado: ❑8d6adw durente todo eldle O 18-29 ❑Nunce he undo eltrarnporm pObilco del Condodd Orange. ❑pdminges duranta tado aldla O 30-44 O$50,000 a$75,000 O 45-64 O$75,000 o mas 1)AMobwaarrlsbadeepwalloodatrawpartaldlillieaoha q) tjp6d All trawwpachi pbbkd k gbdd&w6h 065anosomas OPrefieronoresponder uhluddankp- -4, a{ppadwido0w"?Iwo*1 31 OPrefieronoresponder dap) 8)4A cuantos autom6viles tiene acceso su hogar? ❑MAsaer parade frizz(�s programedo quo recarrs une ruts ❑���Treat fqa can parades f1ps 41 i0u6 tan bien habla ingles? O Ninguno ❑Oairidagla O Una ❑Pledmom Authority far Regional Trcmportatlon(PART) ❑M6sservldoapsdldadoMvT4Bacalcluloueardo 0Bien en ODis ap8cacidnparasolldtarunvtajaacualquierlugsrdenlroda OBien ❑Otm' un Arm do servlcTo O Mes o menos O Tres o mas ❑Mwce he usedo Iwservidosde transporte p6blleo ❑Program,,do vtaripcol y carpool,pars qua ses mAs fact) O Muy poco S 4�T1eC11a11C1alA�abaaeskbade to oomillitw la partlrvTojes ONada 9)jCuAlaselc6digopostaldosohogar? pd�ice(arMett—drrrlaWVvijaeptngrretadeepwrtaa ❑transpnspdbquedadslntormaef6nsahra las sarvGiosds OPrefieronoresponder trenaporte pd6gra ---- puprWm41 Coodede DrwW ❑Facilitarol pogo dal transporta p6blim 5)g0u6 idioma habla en casa? Q Todw Iw Me o cal todoe ka dies ❑MejorerIs comodlded y leaemenidades on las parades de O Aigunas veces a Is samara outobds Q Algunas uoces at mas ❑Tiempos do aapera m6s cortos y conflables pare Iw ------ O Una voz at mas o menos sarvicks de transports pdbliw Paging 2 de 2 Q Nunce ❑otra: Pdgin.lde2 Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 27 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR 4NRG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Social Media Posts 'o 0, UNC Hospital Hillsborough- 430 Waterstone Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278 Facebook/ Instagram March 201h, 3:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. Post Week 1 a 0, Mebane Eggstravaganza — Downtown Mebane, Mebane, NC Help us improve transit service! Let us know what improvements you would like to see in Orange County by March 23,d, 11:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. 2030. Attend a pop-up event throughout the month of March: Can't make it out? Learn more and take the survey by March 31.,: www.orangecountysrtp.com Hillsborough Walmart— 501 Hampton Pointe B, Hillsborough, NC *Weather Permitting. 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Don't miss the chance to share your thoughts on what Don't miss the chance to share your thoughts on what transit improvements you'd like to see in Orange County transit improvements you'd like to see in Orange County for 2025 to 2030. for 2025 to 2030. For more information and to take the survey, please visit For more information and to take the survey by March www.orangecountVsrtp.com. 31-, please visit www.orangecountVsrtp.com. X (Twitter) Post Week 1 Digital Ad Help us improve transit service! Let us know what SHSHORT RANG COUNE TRANSIT TY improvements you would like to see in Orange County by 2030. Learn more and take the survey by March 31=t HELP USIMPROVE at: www.orangecountysrtp.com. oTRANSIT SERVICE Post Week 2 Reminder: Help Shape the Future of Transit Service in TAKE THE SURVEY BY MARCH 31st ■ r;14❑.��" ❑ Orange County! To share your thoughts on potential transit y : service improvements for 2025 to 2030. L RESPONDA LA ENCUESTA ANTES DEL 31 DE MARZO Help us improve transit service in Orange County! Your Paracompartir sus ideas sobremejoraspotencialesaltransporte ublico entre 2025 y 20230 input is crucial in making improvements by 2030. Attend one of our pop-up events for more information and take the survey by March 31-. Visit the website at www.orangecountVsrtp.com to take the survey see a full list of pop-ups. Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 29 Appendix D: Public Engagement OR RANG COUNTY Transit Flyer ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN HELP US ., IMPROVE A TRANSIT SERVICE DE TRANSPORTE AY F TAKE THE SURVEY 0" 0 BY MARCH 31st To share your thoughts on potential transit service �■ r improvements for 2025 to 2030 RESPONDA LA ENCUESTA ANTES DEL 31 DE MARZO Para compartir sus ideas sobre mejoras potenciales al transporte publico entre 2025 y 2030 www.orangecountysrtp.com Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 30 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA DUNG ETROUNTY PHASE 2 MATERIALS Informational Board We have a plan to improve transit in Orange County— ORANGE COUNTY please tell us what you think! SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PIAN plan paria mejorar el transportep0blico en -------------- Transit Service Projects Condado r r r - Orange, r . r a . r - r r el Proyectos de Servicio de Transporte P6blico Hillsborough Circulator Orange County Transportation Services is looking for input on the draft Orange County Short Range Transit Plan, 0 ¢Hillsborough Circulator which has transit improvements proposed for 2025 to 2030. c°" b-Hillsborough Circulator Los Servicioa de Transporte del Condado de Orange estan buscando opiniones sabre el borrador del Plan de Orange-Chapel Hill Connector Transporte P6blico a Carta Plaza del Condado de Orange,at cualpropone mejoras en el tronsporte p6blico para el 0 Orange-Chapel Hill Connector periodo2025a2030. oa°`°'•ad Mebane Circulator PROJECTS PROPOSED FOR 2025 T02027 PROYECTOS PROPUESTOS PARA 2025A 2027 O O 3= -o-Mebane Circulator Mobility On Demand(MOD)Zones O Improve Mobility on Demand(MOD)by adding more 0Adjust Orange-Chapel Hill Connector to run express on wR° Moviltdad a Pedido Zones vehicles and creating five zones. 1-40,to better with GoTriangle 420. 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Mebane circulen coda 45 minutos,de 6:30 a.m.a 6:30p.m.entre Discontinuarel"Orange-Alamance Connector'yreinvertir Aen°dd9° 0 0 semana. los Tondos en el"Mebane CirculatoPyen to mejora dale "'I°° ON Hillsboroughm Olmplemant new Mebane Circulator,running hourly 7o.m.- Movilidada Pedido(MOOporsussiglaseningles)enel 6p.m.on weekdays. corredor Hillsborough-Mebane. ° a o� Implementarel nuevo"Mebane Circulator;qua funcionar6 OMake it easier to book Demand Response,pay for transit, coda horn de 7a.m.a 6p.m.entre semana. and learn about transit options. s°°Rn°ray 0 Facilitar In reservaci6n de servicios de Respuesto a old vc ro la Demanda(Demand Response an inglesb elpago del oa tronsporte pdblico yla informaci6n sobre las opciones de tronsportep(iblico. a °°9°OHO+ Naw� N�stoat pd W a�s' PROJECTS PROPOSED FOR 2028 TO 2030 PROYECTOS PROPUESTOS PARA 2028 A 2030 O Expand Demand Response weekend service to better O Conduct a Fare Study to explore reduced or free fares. O =_ se° provide needed trips on Saturdays and Sundays. Realizarun Estudio de Tonics para explomrtorifas .!�h Expandir el servicio its Respuesto a to Demanda reducidas o gratuitas. �rrYbO°N°ae Durham (Demand Response an ingles)los fines de semana para Olmprove Bus Stops,build new Rural Transit Hubs,and mejorproporcionar los viajesnecesarios Ins s66odosy improve Walking Access to Transit so that people can c.l..aaa. FT-1R domingos. comfortoblyget to and wait for transit. o O Hire a Mobility Manager to help people learn about and use Mejoror)as paradas de outob6s,construirnuevos Centros o a err°s transit in Orange County. de irdnsito Rurales y mejorar el accesoapie al tronsporte wore°c0a 0 ° Contrator a un Gestorde Movilidadpom ayudara to gente p6blico poro qua to genre puedo llegar a elyesperarlo Ca itallm rovements Chapel Hill O aconoceryutilizarel transporte p6blico an el Condado de c6modamente. P P Carrboro Orange. Mejoras Capitales Q Bus Stop Improvement ,d Rd Take our survey and learn more about the Obtenga mas informacibn sabre el borrador del r e Mejom de Parade de Autbas I] ❑i °` v° ,c plan,respondaanuestra encuestayenvre sus +r Rural Transit Hub N s n°' f draft plan by RCode,September g oran ecoun4brtp.coscanning ° 0° 01 a� this OR Code,visiting orangecountysrtp.com, comentarroshasta e111 de sepnembre del Centro de irdnsito Rural _ a , en orongecountysrtp.com,esconeando este c6digo a -• or caIIinq(919)245-2007. ❑, Walking Access to Transit •---' ---"'"----- ORollamandoal(919)245-200Z ©Accesoa Pie al Tmns rte Pablirn Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 31 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA NRANG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Survey (English) 0 F0 - e go 0 �Oam0m j3p• ca mm x m2 F 0 �3 oL .. 0.nrngm M ad CA x 2- 039 A A� 10 1 �•.a �� 'o a 7 ORANGE COUNTY Help us improve transit service! SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN C-)�— 2— �'P 2 c O N ti C m—• 13 We want to hear your feedback on the draft Orange County Short Range Transit Plan,with proposals for improving m 3 0 m m S N 3 K 0 0.eo N p 7 transitservieasInOrangeCounty,NC for 2025to2030.Review the full plan atorangecountysrtp.comor the summary c Cram am9 O mm f° m O 1D 7 on the other side of thissurveypagebeforegivingusyourthoughtsbelow. c N rt rno S? m 3 3 n N Please return this survey by September 11,2024.You can: �a 1° .'O c 0 ;5 1 C O -o N■ d— o.o N o� - m m N rt 7 • Take it online atorangecountysrtDTcom o • Emalla scan orphoto of each pageto F 3 41 m m m n CA N p OrangeSRTP@gmail.com ° 3 O O N O' O O N p 0 0) • Mailto ■ = m o -o�,y— �n O mA3 033 O O^nD O N Orange County Transportation Services �+ - m,o m 9 n w o N m o m rn o a N dl OM • •• ^a it o�R c O E M �.c' V S m �. 600NC-66,Hillsborough,NC27278 Scan the ORcodeto learn more about the project orvisit o, o �0 m o �°. o.o A � Phone:(919)245-2007 orangecountysrtDTcom m o o ;% aoi O'3.w m a o. 'm o' o°�+ '�o o A N N O S N n :r'W o 9 2 0 ID uselchOrange and/orhaveo you usedin the y Public Transportation that apply.) hav you e youused in other transit ast?(Select all gency services do you u'e)and/or N o IL 3 to c p `o N -ooµ o o Qo c O Y P PPY Y P PPY o 0 „ o m y °' o,.,o o �°p �m m O :i OHillsborough Circulator OChapel Hill Transit OGoTriangle o m d 1d' rfDn c: y d o o s• O-xo n7 N OOrange-Alamance Connector OPiedmont Authorityfor Regional Transportation(PART) v, m.a o »,o CA OOrange-Chapel Hill Connector OOther: m w 3= x 3-0 OMobilityon Demand(MOD)Service o o aF o o- Cr<rn n m— 0l call to schedule a ride with Orange County: 01 have never used public transit services m m o aEi m No p C 0PublicTransportation o E o rt 0 Department of Social Services Will these proposed changes make It easier for you to use 0 Department of Aging public transportation In Orange County? 000 m 0 Criminal Justice Resources Department f p v O Much Easier O Somewhat Difficult x : — 0 Other County Department: s m = = Oa OSomewhatEasier OVeryDifficult o ONeutral ON/A 01 have never used Orange Couny Public Transportation o 0 3 `al What do you like or dislike about the proposed strategies?Please reference specific route or project names. 3 m vu 3 �© a a m Voluntary Demogrnnhic^ m Thefollowing questions ask about you and your background and help us work towards our goal of inclusive engagement. .•tA ^ Rease note that your responses will be used solely for data collection,and will remain confidential,and are optional. �L,�.Jf ptl V�°°`� § • 7 •1 ° C A Z?�3�O�220 N What city,town,or commun(tydo you live in? 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ID 0 Orange County Transportation Services,600 NC-86,Hillsborough,NC 27278 w v A oa m»• 'm o= o��?m»o-�a o m o Phone:(919)245-2007 v »o e.0 �' wad — m°.» O a o rano 3a?A o mg -60 .0 -O o c m c w �;m �.c.�w so a1K Quaservlcios defrensporte p6Wtco del Condado de Orange y0ue afros servtcios de agencies de transports priblico utilize �3 � e �e m�'m m» - �m� a�m��� O W a N utiilzay/ohe utllizedoeneipasedo(se(ecc(onetodaslas y/o he utilizado an el pasado?((selecc(one todas las opciones o 1 0 C opciones qua apl(quen) queapllquenl N is v c K o e a g y'o 01 1.ow..-a` OHillsborou h Circulator ^'�" c.m .°.a o. _— d g OChapel Hill Transit OGoTriangle ? m m Qom• m y » fD m o o m Ol-O O W Doran e-Alamance Connector OPiedmont Authority for Regional Transportation(PART) No 0 0 o Is `"m moo m o a-° m O N 9 Y 9 P = w D N•O n7 m• 00range-Chapel Hill Connector DDtrO: o m m m a c H o 3 o`w�° 0 3 om'3 W 3 O OServiclode MovilidadaPedido ONuncaheutilizadoserviciosdetransportepbblico w p x °=� �;—� ao 3 0 Ora fp (o Mobility on Demand(MODjServiceeningles) m —c w �'� 'o.N m w OLlamo pars programarun viaje con elCondado de Orange: �Estos cambtospropuestoslehar(en mas fecil utilizarel m a m O Transporte p6blico transporte pfiblico an el Condado de Orange? CL ODepartamentode Servicios Sociales OMuchomasfacil OAlgodificil 000A (Department of Social Services an Inglis) DAlgomasfacil OMuydificil qa oa • OODepartamentodelaTercemEdad ONeutral ON/A CL v--_ "" "___ _-________"--........ m -------•---•---(Department ofAgingen Inglis) y ---ev r ODepartamentode Recursos de Justicia Penal m a ro (Criminal Justice Resources Department an Inglis) LOuaiegustacnode lasestrategias propuestas?Par favor, o a a $ c haga referenda a nombres concretos de rutas o proyectos. , 0Otro departamento d el condado: n ONuncaheutilizado el Transporte Nblico del Condado de Orange °o°°"°x.°. • 3 Preguntasdemograficasvoluntarias i % - O m Lassigulentespreguntessereflerenaustedyasusantecedentes.Este lnformacl6n nos ayudaaavanzerhacianuesfroobjetivo ���rG°• departtelpacl6ninclusiva.Tengoencuentaquesusrespuestasseutilizar6nunicamentepararecopilardatos,semantendr6n L9 �° % °°,°, j confidencialesyson opcionales. ti°, °v jEnque ctudad,pueblo a omunidadvive? jCuai de las sigulentes opciones Is describe major? 1a�o � �& a 0 &g ¢¢fi yae (Porejempio„Hillsborough,Cedar Grove,Efland Grove,Efland) (seieccione todas)as opciones qua apiiquen) ,I ,� 'I > op���7 g �» OAsietico(a)ode laslslas OlndigenadelasAmericas =®CJ del Pacifica onativo(a)de Alaska <n N`� 'mas' a $` - 's`-'S a s ?g m PITI yTlene alguna discapacidad. ONegro(a)/ 0Blanco(a)/Caucasico(a) P"-•-----_-__ - 0Si 0No OPrefiero no contester afroamericano(a) '' --•------r, `°••", "m a'°c c'< OPrefieronocontestar `', -- _ °„ �' 3 2_ Ro- ."ae .Z"qm� _d e 5 OHispano(a)/Latino(a) as ••--' 3' ); ^S o 0 lCualessuedad? i © """'---•--- �° 00ther: i _ m a loz 0Menosde18 018-29 030-44 045-64 03 065anosomas OPrefieronocontestar y0ue Idioms habla an case? gcual as el ingreso anal aprox(mado de su hagar l OMenosde$15,000 0$50,000a$75,066 0815,000a$25,000 0$75,000omas 0S25,000a$50,000 0 Prefiero no can tester Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 33 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA RANG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Survey (Mandarin) o �0 0 0 '0 0 0 w i � 4� i 4 4� 45 j = 1t SHORT•NGE RANGET.COUNTYANSIT m N 'R'h O EE N �'' OC o c ® me � id3 II 417 AjT iJlvaX�J Orange CountYA& 9v'X'it 7� (7� ep�t PLAN 2025'IfY 2030 'c�o�f; � �3)'I'Orange k `�°� i r l d 4�311 1!�' County'a4t'ZA-AR*N tiX• A4#orangecountysrtp.com H r WE 2024'xff 9 A 11 9Z-PUVAki)A�o 9-PM; o EEC � TD H 4� n ,6E orangecountysrtp.com mt:of OrangeSRTP@gmail.com A 0 0 0 0 ht ' 95, Orange County Transportation Services } �3 } AKD 600 NC-86, Hillsborough, NC 27278 —` 37 '�`ctili(�flb $ ti7i l'7 \�y *-it: (919) 245-2007 orangecountysrtp.com coW NLID o !x'p1ZZ�� ��� �s�orange M Countv�4`tt3�i�iAR�i? �;3R�°��*4����0�g4th.�`x#I.t79hA�C�? �^ a�?# aou "`"� o m t Ah � fir?• > 01ff*;KrtfMi1DAi• ) r • ?# kk ti � o O Hillsborough 5FA 0 Chapel Hill/k4kZ9 0 GoTriangle 2 0 Orange-Alamance i 0 th lth.Cx3RW�Vre (PART) Fit+ 0"� Nl 0 Orange-Chapel Hillii=4-0 0 Aft,: n u }F1 1'3C • )`®I mow 0"HiffAR*(MOD) _� nI � $7g 0 At7F�i€l-Orange CountyNi i K&T-: O 2 � 0�,A if O#f$A&*l it 1 h l$ fi iC fit fi fLh Orange Countyl Ad 0-t#'$ 03f9 �-19591s 04R*sp, 0 LtRIE1 7-1 H O i OtLVe98 04RX® }' s Q .._---------- -)R O T-Vi ------------------------------------------- 0 ; 0 AM*Iffli$Orange CountyvA3 -'A ° ��7Ahfi�iSC�J�g$�47�y�'�Tay��/?h?i�t;E1��4k3�£���1i 1���• `© as• , ©(D a �, 1�C7$Aitkt Ff7iklf74fi�hPA$h4fl@atl� o i } �lC]o ��� # 4 , t 7 0E-� , �f��s �r7tr � , ) , � m•ac, ��o 0 0 0= o ¢¢ k14, Hillsborough,Cedar Grove,Efland Grove,Efland) 0 At4A:WF9,$K I 5, • H � P�F T•-P y� 0 XhoR4VWr-,Mk l � �7 S A o o z g 0 Vfigf�YAVIATA 9M 4- 019 OT- OT* Qo a- o yN�4f67*�f AG�4f i O 474T 0 18�tT 0 18-29 y 0 TVIR a k8Izz 0 30-44,4 0 45-64� 065 SPX U± ®' 3 0 yT 15,000*7L 0 50,000-�75,000*:Ft EAC%f-aip A? 0 15,000 1 25,000 Xn 0 75,000 tjt)A�4± 0 25,000-4i 50,000 At 0 TFtRR Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 34 Appendix D: Public Engagement ORA RANG ETRANSIT PLAN OUNTY Social Media Posts • September 7t" 8:30am-12:00pm ■ ',0. Cedar Grove Community Center— 5800 NC HWY, Facebook/ Instagram NC-86, Hillsborough, NC ■ September 10t" 1 1:00am-1 2:00pm Post Week 1 Can't make it out? Learn more and take the survey by September We have a plan to improve transit in Orange County! Attend a 11th: https:Horangecountysrtp.com/ pop-up event or take our survey at orangecountysrtp.com to tell us what you think about the draft Orange County Short Range Post Week 2 Transit Plan: Reminder: Don't miss your chance to let us know your ■ ,; Passmore Center— 103 Meadowlands Dr, thoughts on the Orange County Short Range Transit Plan! Hillsborough, NC Hey Orange County residents! We want to hear from you about ■ August 20t" 9:30-11:30am the future of transit in Orange County. Attend one of our pop-up ■ �,; Hillsborough Walmart— 501 Hampton Pointe B, events or visit our website to learn more about the draft Orange Hillsborough, NC County Short Range Transit Plan. Take the survey by September August 20t" 2:00-4:OOpm 11th: https:Horangecountysrtp.com/ ■ ■ Seymour Senior Center—2551 Homestead Rd, Your feedback is important to this process! Chapel Hill, NC Post Week 3 ■ August 215t 10:00am-12:00pm • Efland Cheeks Community Center- 117 Richmond The Deadline for Comments is September 11, 2024 Road, Mebane, NC Don't miss the chance to share your thoughts on the plan ■ September 6t" 9:30-11:30am to improve transit in Orange County for 2025 to 2030. ■ ,; First Fridays at Eno Arts Mill —437 Dimmocks Mill Rd, #17, Hillsborough, NC For more information and to take the survey, please visit https:Horangecountysrtp.com/ ■ September 6t" 6:00-9:00pm ■ Mebane Farmer's Market— 102 E Ruffin St, Mebane, NC Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 35 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY X (Twitter) Digital Graphics Post Week 1 ORANGE We have a plan to improve transit in Orange County, and we want SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN We have a plan 0 R, transit in to know what you think! Learn more and take the survey by Ivy to • • ve September 11t" at: https://orangecountysrtp.com OrangeCounty! ■ Post Week 2 p6blico en el Condado de Orange! Reminder: Give us your thoughts on the draft Orange County Tell us what you think! iOiganosloque Short Range Transit Plan! Your input is crucial in making TAKE THE SURVEYBV piensa! SEPTEMBER 11TH RESPONDA A LA ENCUESTA A MAS improvements by 2030. Attend one of our pop-up events for to share yourthoughts on the draft TARDAR EL 11 BE SEPTIEMBRE Short Range Transit Plan(2025-2030) Para compartir su opinion sobre el th www.orangecountysrtp.com borrador del Plan de Transports more information and take the survey by September 11 Visit the POblicoa Corto Plazo(2025a2030) website at https:Horangecountysrtp.com/to learn more and take the survey. We have a plan to improve Post Week 3 OrangeCounty! The Last Chance to Take the Survey! iTenemos un plan para mejorar ell transporte pfiblico en ell Condado de Orange! Don't miss the chance to share your thoughts on the draft Orange County Short Range Transit Plan for 2025 to 2030! Tell us what you think! iDiganosloquepiensa! TAKETHESURVEY BY SEPTEMBER 11THto share your RESPONDAALAENCUESTAAMASTARDAR EL11 DESEPTIEMBRE thoughtson the draft Short Range Transit Plan 12025-2030) paracompartirsu opinion sobreel borradordel Plan de Transporte For more information and to take the survey by September 11t", Publicoa Corto Plwo(2025a2030) please visit https://orangecountysrtp.com/. Ell o ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE www.orangecountysrtp.com Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 36 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Upcoming pop-up events We have a plan to improve transit Pr6ximos Eventos Pop-Up in Orange County! PASSMORE CENTER EFLAND CHEEKS COMMUNITY CENTER iTenemos un plan para mejorar • • Tuesday,August 20,9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday,September 6,9:30-11:30 a.m. • • • en el • • - • • • Orange! 103 Meadowlands Dr,Hillsborough 117 Richmond Road,Mebane HILLSBOROUGH WALMART FIRST FRIDAYS AT ENO ARTS MILL Tuesday,August 20 Friday,September6,6-9 p.m. Tell us What you i Diganos to que 2:00-4:00 p.m. 437 Dimmocks Mill Rd.,#17,Hillsborough 501 Hampton Pointe B,Hillsborough think! piensa MEBANE FARMER'S MARKET • SEYMOUR SENIOR CENTER Saturday,September7,8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. TAKE THE SURVEY RESPONDA A LA ENCUESTA Wednesday,August21, 102 E.Ruffin Street,Mebane BY SEPTEMBER 11TH A MAS TARDAR 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 2551 Homestead Rd,Chapel Hill CEDAR GROVE COMMUNITY CENTER to share your thoughts on the EL 11 DE SEPTIEMBRE Tuesday,September 10,11 a.m.-12 p.m. draft Short Range Transit Plan para compartir su opinion sobre el 5800 NC HWY,NC-86,Hillsborough (2025-2030) borrador del Plan de Transporte www.orangecountysrtp.com Publico a Corto Plazo(2025 a 2030) www.orangecountysrtp.com e �y0rangeCouniy ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN - • �aa�ge<ouMY ORANGE COUNTY SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 37 Appendix D: Public Engagement SHSHORT RANG COUNTY Transit Poster ORANGE COUNTY A r�,®vangigapty SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN We have a plan to improve Orangetransit in County! iTenernos unplan para mejorar el transporte • • • en el Conclado de Orange! Tell us what you i Diganos to que think! piensa! TAKE THE SURVEY BY RESPONDA A LA ENCUESTA SEPTEMBER 11TH A MAS TARDAR EL 11 DE SEPTIEMBRE to share yourthoughts on the para compartir su opinion sobre el draft Short Range Transit Plan borrador del Plan de Transporte Publico (2025-2030) a Corto Plazo(2025 a 2030) DST p ❑� www.orangecountysrtp.com R Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates 38 ���E ORANGE COUNTY GOVERNMENT ORANGE ORL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT ri ,� NoKrti CARQLLNA Ora"g;„8�,�,u„5nt Item 5.b. Subject: 2024 Safe Routes to Schools Attachment: Final 2024 SRTS Plan PURPOSE: To recommend approval of Orange County 2024 Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Plan. BACKGROUND: The 2014 Orange County Safe Routes to School Action Plan was updated with public involvement, field investigation and extensive analysis. Detail information on the federal Safe Routes to School program can be found on Federal Highway Administration here (link).This update includes and is not limited to: • Planning level analysis of existing transportation around schools • All Orange County public schools • Youth involvement in the planning process • Implementation —STBG, TAP and others WSP conducted the Existing Conditions Analysis, Draft Recommendation and Finalized the plan (Attachment 1). The Existing Conditions Analysis involved a comprehensive field study of each Orange County public school, focusing on a 2-mile radius around the school property. Orange County Transportation Service hosted a virtual public meeting with all the school principles and administration in accordance with the approved Scope of Work, Chapter 3 in the attached plan. Public Involvement: • March 7, 2024—OCTS, WSP, and Orange County Public Schools -Stakeholder Meeting • July 8, 2024— Public Engagement event with Orange County Public Schools • July 9 to August 9— Existing Conditions Report with Recommendations out for public review Some of the key highlights of the plan include: • Students walking and cycling to school include - Orange Middle and High School, Hillsborough Elementary, Efland Cheeks Global Elementary, Gravely Hill Middle, River Park Elementary, Pathways Elementary, and Cedar Ridge High School • Recommendations includes: o Crosswalks at intersections and mid-block crosswalks near schools o Reduced speed zones and other traffic calming measures o Extending sidewalks to rural areas and filling in gaps in urban areas o Multi-use Paths and Greenways along major corridors and some secondary roads The Orange Unified Transportation Board (OUTBoard) has actively participated throughout the planning process. Orange County Transportation Services requests the Transportation Advisory Services and OUTBoard recommend the County's SRTS be approved by the Board of County Commissioners at its October meeting. 600 Hwy 86 N - Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278 Phone (919)245-2008 - Fax (919) 732-2137 orangecountync.gov/transportation TAS Recommendation: [Placeholder] FINANCIAL IMPACT: No financial impact at this time. Projects identified in the SRTS are pursued through variety of financial resources including and not limited to: U.S. Department of Transportation, North Carolina Department of Transportation, Metropolitan and Rural Planning Organizations resources and the 2022 County Transit Plan Update. ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN:This item supports: • GOAL 4: MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION OBJECTIVE 2. Increase community awareness of all modes of transportation including transit, bike and pedestrian, vehicle, and all other modes. OBJECTIVE 3. Support road projects that address congestion and reduce commute time using the County' s Complete Streets policy. OBJECTIVE 4. Coordinate transit investments with municipal and county land use planning to reduce vehicle miles travelled and to provide more equitable access to shopping, employment, medical centers, college campuses, etc. OBJECTIVE S. Invest in implementing the County' s Safe Routes to Schools plan. OBJECTIVE 6. Update transportation related plans to provide more multi- modal options including rural Orange County. ACTION: Recommend Board of County Commissioners approve Orange County SRTS. It N O N W m W n W U) renruniur � i 1 I ' JdI K U U L 5 L U chool Update ORANGE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA 1. Introduction............................................................................... 3 Table of Background.................................................................................................3 2. Existing Conditions...........................................................................4 ContentsIntroduction..................................................................................................4 Overview.........................................................................................................5 1 - AL Stanback Middle School.........................................................6 �y 2 - New Hope Elementary 10 3 - Cedar Ridge High School...........................................................16 4 - Grady A Brown Elementary School .....................................21 5 - Central Elementary School ......................................................27 �. 6 - Hillsborough Elementary School..........................................32 7 - Orange Middle School ...............................................................38 • 8 - Orange High School ....................................................................44 9 - Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School.....................50 10 - Gravelly Hill Middle School......................................................SS 11 - Partnership Academy High School...................................60 12 - River Park Elementary School...............................................65 SCHOOL 13 - Pathways Elementary School.................................................71 4. Project Recommendations.........................................................78 Overview......................................................................................................78 ,r'. Infrastructure Types.............................................................................78 1 - AL Stanback Middle School......................................................80 ., 2 - New Hope Elementary School...............................................82 3 - Cedar Ridge High School..........................................................85 4 - Grady A Brown Elementary School ...................................88 5 - Central Elementary School......................................................90 6 - Hillsborough Elementary School..........................................93 7 - Orange Middle School.................................................................96 8 - Orange High School.....................................................................101 9 - Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School....................103 10 - Gravelly Hill Middle School...................................................106 - 11 - Partnership Academy High School.................................108 12 - River Park Elementary School..............................................110 13 - Pathways Elementary School...............................................114 S. Program Recommendations....................................................116 6. Funding.................................................................................................118 7. Implementation...............................................................................119 8. Resources.............................................................................................121 9. Appendix.............................................................................................122 Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 2 1. Introduction Background The North Carolina Department of Transportation's (NCDOT) Integrated Mobility Division (IMD) has a long history of promoting active travel to and around schools.The IMD continues to work with numerous communities across the state to develop pedestrian and bicycle plans.This is the first step in improving non-motorized transportation infrastructure within a municipality. IMD provides a number of other services, including safety education, bicycle use training, crossing guard training, and helmet promotions throughout the state. NCDOT first identified safe routes to school as a safety priority in 2000.The North Carolina Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program was established in 2005 to coordinate with the federal program.The program works with schools, local governments and agencies, advocacy and non-profit organizations, and public health professionals at a grassroots level to identify improvements that can help make bicycling and walking to and from school a safe and healthy transportation alternative. The Orange County Safe Routes to School Update analyzes the existing traffic conditions, pedestrian infrastructure, strengths, and deficiencies of 13 public schools in Orange County.The plan then recommends project and program recommendations to address the deficiencies at each school that are preventing active transportation.This report addresses 13 schools in Orange County: AL Stanback Middle, New Hope Elementary, Cedar Ridge High, ♦ Grady Brown Elementary, ♦ Central Elementary, ♦ Hillsborough Elementary, ♦ Orange Middle, Orange High, Efland Cheeks Global Elementary, ♦ Gravelly Hill Middle, ♦ River Park Elementary, ♦ Partnership Academy, and ♦ Pathways Elementary. The Orange County Safe Routes to School Update acts as a resource to further engage schools and identify how travel to and from schools can be made safer, and how to provide safe opportunities for the students to walk or bike to school.There are a multitude of reasons for the lack of active travel to school.A few of these reasons include valid concerns about traffic safety surrounding the schools, the absence of sufficient non-motorized transportation, land use policies, and school consolidation. As a result, more parents are driving their children to school, morning traffic congestion is worsening, and children are getting less exercise. Residents in Orange County can change this cycle,just as those in other communities across the country have done. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 3 2. Existing Conditions Introduction Defining the existing conditions of the study area is an important first step towards creating an SRTS Action Plan. It documents the physical conditions of the study area, participant observations ,, r ,�. I ► and the pedestrian and vehicle norms within each individual school that eventually decide the issues the Action Plan must mitigate. The existing conditions were documented through on- site visits, publicly available Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, and information provided by each school. Infrastructure barriers and deficiencies were identified using the policies and patterns of the area around each school community. Using this information, a school overview was created to define the existing infrastructures strengths and deficiencies. / A comprehensive approach was used to analyze existing conditions including the collection of data from site work, field interviews,and area mapping.Athorough inventory of the existing conditions at each school was compiled to provide a baseline to measure the outcomes of the SRTS Program. Field assessments and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data were used to develop the baseline profiles of the existing conditions. Field assessments were used to assess the existing infrastructure, travel patterns, and user behavior.This included a thorough on-site assessment of existing infrastructure within the school zone, and an evaluation of both traffic and behavioral patterns exhibited by roadway users during drop off and pick up. Staff logged the important features of both the physical and behavioral components of the transportation environment within the school zone and spoke with police officers,teachers, and administrators. The field assessments broadly analyze school traffic patterns, characteristics of the transportation network users,and the existing infrastructure strengths and weaknesses within the school zone. GIS data was used to find relevant points-of-interest, crash histories, existing bike and pedestrian facilities, and walk and bike zones. GIS data was also used to analyze bicycle and pedestrian facilities and gaps. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 4 Overview The 13 schools being examined for this study are part of the Orange County school system and all reside inside or near the Town of Hillsborough.The Town has made improving the active transportation around schools a high priority and the community wants to see investment in multimodal transportation. Cooperation between schools, citizens, and local officials is necessary for improvements surrounding the schools. Figure 2.1 shows an overview map of the 13 schools. Pnelus R<I N i _ Orange County n I� N ccanee&-Saponi SD fSA o ° I p4 I � 1 I 1 I I I 1 _rza Jt I 1 F I ao a�`P�r Wilkerson Acres QHillcrest c O O �' 70 Orange 70 Heights Eastwood Efland O as Rosewood QD Mountain Hillsborough w Ten Rd 6P01ohnston Rd S 86 Pop En° � Creeµ 40 OCCOn PPCh PP 70 Rd ie �� Mountain Se mac` Colo 8 Sunshine Acres Joppa Oa Seven Mills Farms 79, Orange County Schools Overview Schools O Orange Middle School O OAL Stanback Middle School Q Orange High School © New Hope Elementary School O Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School 3 © Cedar Ridge High School Gravelly Hill Middle School i z O Grady A Brawn Elementary School Partnership Academy a New Ho o Walnut Cove © Central Elementary School ® River Park Elementary School O Hillsborough Elementary School ® Pathways Elementary School p Hideaway `IJ Estates r 0 0.5 1 2 Miles Figure 2.7.Schools Overview Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 5 I - AL Stanback Middle School Al Stanback Middle School serves grades 6 to 8 and has a total enrollment of 644 students. It is located south of Hillsborough town limits on Benton Drive and Storey Lane just off of NC 86. Traffic volumes along Benton Drive and Storey Lane are low, while traffic volumes along NC 86 range from 5,600 to 11,000 vehicles per day in the vicinity of the school.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school. Three pedestrian crashes,with one suspected serious injury, and one bicycle crash have occurred within the 20-minute walk band. No students walk or bike to school.AL Stanback Middle School expressed satisfaction with the current infrastructure as no students currently walk or bike to school. Table 1.1: AL Stanback Middle School Characteristics Grades Serviced 6th-8th Total Enrollment 644 Number of Buses 14 Number of Students Riding the Bus 424 in the AM;457 in the PM Number of Students Walking 0 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 185 Special Needs Population 114 (18%) Land Uses Surrounding School Rural, Low-density residential Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones Entire school zone Crossing Guards Sherriff directing traffic in AM Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling Yes—students are not allowed to walk or bike to school Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity Front lot:74 spaces; Back lot:20 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 3 staff in the AM and PM Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 2181 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for AL Stanback Middle School.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.2. An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.4. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 6 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are no AL Stanback students walking or bicycling to school. On-site observations noted no elementary school pedestrians or cyclists walking in the vicinity of the school. Field staff noted the following travel norms for AL Stanback: Motorist behavior was observed as good. Drivers are generally respectful of other cars and follow the rules. The car rider drop off and pick up occurs at the entrance along Benton Drive.The car line queues along Benton Drive, but it was not observed backing up to NC 86. Staff indicated that the carpool line backs onto NC 86 sometimes, especially in the beginning of the school year before after-school sports start. Exiting traffic was a little backed up on BentWon Drive, but not substantial. The left-turn lane on NC 86 can back up at times. The morning drop-off line queues along the westernmost driveway and down Benton Road.The afternoon pick-up car line queues around the easternmost driveway near the sports fields to prevent significant backups. Traffic was slightly backed up on Benton Drive in the afternoon by a few vehicles, but not significant. Crossing guards were not present. However, staff indicated a sheriff sometimes directs traffic at the intersection of Benton Drive and NC 86. The shoulder on NC 86 is narrow and the terrain is difficult for walking. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths Few strengths were noted due to the lack of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. Due to its location in a very sparse residential neighborhood, there is no through traffic along Benton Drive and the car queues do not cause significant traffic issues or concerns. .xisting Infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: - There is no clear pedestrian crossing signage on any of the roads surrounding the school. — There are multiple two-lane, rural roadways that pose safety barriers for school-age cyclists and pedestrians. — Traffic is significant, especially during school start and end times, along the primary route to school, NC 86. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.1 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 7 Table 2.1: Key Infrastructure Caps at AL Stanback Middle Road Orientation Ga• NC 86 Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Storey Lane Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Benton Drive Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: Benton Drive and NC 86(Map ID 1): Benton Drive ends at NC 86 as an unsignalized intersection. Due to high speeds coupled with high traffic volumes along NC 86,this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Photos .S - N k , NC 86 right-turn lane onto Benton Drive Looking west along Benton Road to NC 86 • r .5 r 4 NC 86 left-turn lane onto Benton Drive Afternoon pick-up line along the school driveway Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina g K /V e/`es�O�e Gta`Ist'one�n lr� E Scarlett Mountain Rd E Storey L-n e yc �e P �d � 1 e�o°'� 86 � AL Stanback Middle Seminole Rd DOE Benton Dr Crossing ID Photo ID ® School Zone Existing Sidewalks ` o Pedestrian Crashes ��c 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 2.2:AL Stanback Middle Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina g 2 - New Hope Elementary New Hope Elementary School serves grades Pre-Kindergarten to 5 and has a total enrollment of 559 students. It is located south of Hillsborough town limits along New Hope Church Road just off of NC 86.Traffic volumes along New Hope Church Road range from 1,800 vehicles per day east of NC 86 to 5,100 vehicles per day west of NC 86.Traffic volumes along NC 86 range from 5,600 vehicles per day south of New Hope Church Road to 8,500 vehicles per day north of New Hope Church Road. The school is currently overcapacity based on projected land use in the area and future residential development projections.Three pedestrian crashes,with one suspected serious injury, and one bicycle crash have occurred within the 20-minute walk band.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school. No students walk or bike to school. Table 1.2: New Hope Elementary School Characteristics Grades Serviced Pre K-5tn Total Enrollment 559 Number of Buses 7 Number of Students Riding the Bus 316 in the AM;391 in the PM Number of Students Walking 0 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 243 in the AM;168 in the PM Special Needs Population 16 (3%) Land Uses Surrounding School Rural, Low-density residential Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards No Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity Front lot: 60 spaces; Back lot: 77 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones No Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 16 staff in the AM;15 staff in the PM Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 2181 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for New Hope Elementary School. A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.3.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.4. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 10 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are no New Hope students walking or bicycling to school. On-site observations noted no elementary school pedestrians or cyclists walking in the vicinity of the school. Field staff noted the following travel norms for New Hope: Motorist behavior was observed as poor. Many drivers try to cut in line and make illegal U-turns in the road.Through traffic passes in the center turn lane at full speed. There are three driveways into the school. Car-rider drop off and pick up occurs at the westernmost driveway. Cars queue around the easternmost and westernmost driveways.The middle driveway is for buses only. Cars are not supposed to turn left into the school.They are supposed to get in the car queueto turn right.This necessitates that cars coming from thewest make a U-turn to enter the car queue. Several vehicles arriving from the southwest were observed making a U-turn on New Hope Church Road to get in the car queue. Field staff observed several near misses with a car driving straight and a car making a U-turn. ♦ The majority of motorists turn right out of the school towards NC 86. The morning carpool queue wraps all the way around the third/easternmost driveway and onto New Hope Church Road past the last school driveway.Traffic backs up onto New Hope Church Road by 7:17AM and backs up past the third driveway entrance by 7:25AM.Traffic does not clear until after 7:40AM. Through traffic was observed passing in the two-way left-turn lane. Buses were observed crossing through the morning carpool line and passing in the two-way left-turn lane. All traffic in the two-way left-turn lane causes a conflict for exiting traffic. The signal at the intersection of New Hope Church Road / NC 86 queues all the way to the carpool exit line and does not include a protected left phase/exclusive turn lane. Existing infrastructure - Strengths Few strengths were noted due to the lack of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: Clear school zone pavement marking is found along New Hope Church Road. There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 11 Existing Infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: There are multiple two-lane, rural roadways that pose safety barriers for school-age cyclists and pedestrians. Traffic is significant, especially during school start and end times, along the primary routes to school, NC 86 and New Hope Church Road. — Overall,the carpool queue is not efficient or suitable for the morning drop off.Very few cars can drop off at one time and cars wait in the queue for an excessive amount of time. Additionally, many students were tardy in the morning due to the excessive amount of time to get through the car line. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.2 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Table 2.2: Key Infrastructure Gaps at New Hope Elementary Poad Orientation Gap , Highway 86 Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes New Hope Church Road Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: New Hope Church Road and NC 86 (Map ID 1): New Hope Church Road and NC 86 intersect at a signalized intersection. Due to high speeds coupled with high traffic volumes along NC 86, this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. New Hope Church Road and 1-40 Off/On Ramps(Map ID 2): New Hope Church Road crosses 1-40 at a grade separated interchange.There are two stop controlled off ramps and two on ramps to 1-40 on New Hope Road.These intersections are very difficultfor pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 12 Photos i r � r � x Bus crossing through the line of cars School traffic turning left in center turn lane,while 2 cars also try to pass in the center turn lane i Looking southwest down New Hope Church Road Afternoon pick-up line along New Hope Church towards the intersection with NC 86 Road Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 13 � N fi A Cheyenne l)r � .per New Hope Elementary 2 C© d' V >, OV O� �a r �0 86 e� Q� �e 2 cr Crossing ID Photo ID s ® School Zone v Existing Sidewalks 1 O Pedestrian Crashes �� Bike Crashes 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 2.3.New Hope Elementary Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 14 o N 70 pca � I / O, O \ � o \tea / 1 , NC 10 \`\ O —�� O I \ r cn O ./ , C 86 Fld \� . J oo� Mt Sinai R 1 �J v O AL Stanback Middle School Existing Sidewalk \ © New Hope Elementary School Existing Shared Use Path Q A L Stanback MS Existing Bike Facility Q _;New Hope ES 20 Minute Walk Band \� r_; 10 Minute Bike Band O Pedestrian Crashes — -� Park 86 Bike Crashes 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles Railroad Figure 2.4:AL Stanback Middle and New Hope Elementary Overview Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 15 3 - Cedar Ridge High School Cedar Ridge High serves grades 9 to 12 and is located southwest of Hillsborough town limits along New Grady Brown School Road just off of Orange Grove Road.The school has a total enrollment of 1,103 students.The traffic volume along New Grady Brown School Road is 3,200 vehicles per day, while Orange Grove Road has an average daily traffic volume of 4,600 vehicles per day.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school. Six pedestrian crashes, with two fatalities and two suspected serious injuries, and one bicycle crash have occurred within the 20-minute walk band.Two of the pedestrian crashes involved high school-aged pedestrians. Approximately 20-30 students walk to school. Table 1.3: Cedar Ridge High School Characteristics Grades Serviced gth -12th Total Enrollment 1103 Number of Buses 17 Number of Students Riding the Bus 503 in the AM; 615 in the PM Number of Students Walking 20-30 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 500 Special Needs Population Unknown Land Uses Surrounding School Rural, Low-density residential,Agricultural Presence of Bike Racks Yes No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards Sherrill directing traffic in the AM and PM Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling Unknown Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students Unknown Existing Parking Capacity 600 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 4-5 Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 2719 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Cedar Ridge High School. A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.5.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.7. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 16 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are approximately 20-30 students walking to school. On-site observations noted a number of high school pedestrians that walked from Orange Grove Road east of the school and from Grady Brown Elementary School across the street. Students use Orange Grove Road to access residences on Oakdale Drive and Timbers Drive.A small number of pedestrians walked from Orange Grove Road west of the school.Additional information describing the travel norms for Cedar Ridge High School is listed below: Motorist behavior was observed as poor. Many drivers park on the side of the road to avoid the afternoon car queue and make illegal U-turns in the road. Staff noted that approximately 20 walkers come down Orange Grove Road and then east along New Grady Brown School Road. Walkers mainly come from the apartment complex and mobile home park nearby. There were only minor backups of automobile traffic during drop-off times. Traffic does back up during the morning in the right turn lane into the school. In the morning, traffic on Oakdale Drive turning left onto Orange Grove Road backs up to Blair Drive. In the afternoon, approximately 15-25 vehicles parked along New Grady Brown School Road to avoid the pick-up queue. Most of these vehicles were then observed making U-turns in the road to leave the school. In the afternoon, traffic was heavily backed up at the New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road intersection. There are currently no sidewalks or crosswalks for walkers crossing the Orange Grove Road bridge over 1-40,which has very narrow shoulders. Staff noted that a student has been hit walking in the area. Parents parking on the side of New Grady Brown School Road further limited a safe place for walkers. In the afternoon, several students were observed crossing Orange Grove Road bridge over 1-40. Several students were observed crossing New Grady Brown School Road to go to New Grady Brown Elementary School. One student was observed crossing the New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road intersection to access a residence east of the intersection. The sheriff directing traffic expressed concerns over the level of traffic and said that it's a problem. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths Few strengths were noted due to the lack of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Clear school zone signage is found along New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 17 Existing Infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: There are multiple two-lane, rural roadways that pose safety barriers for school-age cyclists and pedestrians. Through traffic is significant, especially during school start and end times, along the primary routes to school, New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road. Traffic speeds are an issue along all adjacent and nearby roadways.The speed limit along Orange Grove Road and New Grady Brown School Road is 40 mph and 30 mph within the school zone. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.3 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Table 2.3: Key Infrastructure Gaps at Cedar Ridge High Road Orientation New Grady Brown School Road Both directions No sidewalk or bike lane Orange Grove Road Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Oakdale Drive Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Timbers Drive Both directions No sidewalk or bike lane Arbors Lane Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road (Map ID 1): New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove meet at a signalized intersection. Due to high traffic volumes and the high volume of turning traffic,this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Orange Grove Road and 1-40(Map ID 2):Orange Grove Road bridges over 1-40 at a grade separation. The shoulder along the bridge is very narrow, making this a very unsafe location for pedestrians. There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Orange Grove Road and Oakdale Drive (Map ID 3): Oakdale Drive ends at Orange Grove Road at a stop sign-controlled intersection. Due to high traffic volumes,this intersection is difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 18 Photos Cars parked on the side of the road during afternoon Traffic from the afternoon pick up is heavily backed pick up.One car makes a U-turn in the road. up at the New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road intersection. Student crossing the intersection at New Grady A sheriff is directing traffic in the morning at the Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road school entrance and exit. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 19 A �__--• --- _ems -_:-::___ __- - ._— Cedar Ridgdig�h � t q. JL f w rI� New Grady Brown SchooliRd a �; 9! J i O Q � i0- Crossing ID Photo ID c L° ® School Zone Existing Sidewalks o Pedestrian Crashes c, Bike Crashes 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 2.5:Cedar Ridge High Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 20 4 - Grady A Brown Elementary School Grady Brown Elementary serves grades Kindergarten to 5 and is located southwest of Hillsborough town limits along New Grady Brown School Road just off of Orange Grove Road. Surrounding land use is mostly rural, low density residential with some agricultural.The traffic volume along New Grady Brown School Road is 3,200 vehicles per day,while Orange Grove Road has an average daily traffic volume of 4,600 vehicles per day.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school. Six pedestrian crashes, with two fatalities and two suspected serious injuries, and one bicycle crash have occurred within the 20-minute walk band. No students walk or bike to school, but some Cedar Ridge High students do cross the street to travel to and from the elementary school. Table 1.4: Grady Brown Elementary School Characteristics Grades Serviced K-5th Total Enrollment 415 Number of Buses 8 Number of Students Riding the Bus 189 in the AM;251 in the PM Number of Students Walking 0 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 200 Special Needs Population 80 (19%) Land Uses Surrounding School Rural, Low-density residential,Agricultural Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards Sherriff directing traffic occasionally Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 90 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones No Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 20 Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 2719 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Grady A Brown Elementary School.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.6.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.7. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 21 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are no students walking or bicycling to this school. On-site observations noted no elementary school pedestrians or cyclists walking in the vicinity of the school, but there were a small number of high school students walking between the high school and elementary school. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Grady A Brown: Motorist behavior was observed as good. Drivers are generally respectful and follow rules. There is one point of entrance and exit for carpool traffic with a center turn lane on New Grady Brown School Road. Morning traffic was observed backing up to New Grady Brown School Road by 7:20AM and lining up in the center turn lane. In the morning, traffic on Oakdale Drive turning left onto Orange Grove Road backs up to Blair Drive. Through traffic was observed passing in the center turn lane coming from the west, but not a lot of non-school traffic was observed. Vehicles were observed zippering into the carpool line from both directions. Staff were observed passing the backed-up traffic to enter a separate staff entrance. Vehicles were observed in both the morning and afternoon making a U-turn along New Grady Brown School Road to get into the shortest queue. Moderate back up was observed in both directions in the morning. Vehicles turning left out of the school have a limited line of sight due to the vehicles in the center turn lane, creating safety concerns. A sheriffwas present directing morning traffic, but staff noted they are not present every day. Heavy back up was observed from both directions in the afternoon.Traffic coming from the east backs up almost to the intersection with Orange Grove Road. In the afternoon,vehicles lined up in the center turn lane sometimes blockthe left turn exit out of the school. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths Few strengths were noted due to the lack of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Clear school zone signage is found along New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 22 Existing Infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: There are multiple two-lane, rural roadways that pose safety barriers for school-age cyclists and pedestrians. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.4 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Table 2.4: Key Infrastructure Gaps at Grady A Brown Elementary Road Orientation Gap New Grady Brown School Road Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Orange Grove Road Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Oakdale Drive Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Timbers Drive Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Arbors Lane Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road (Map ID 1): New Grady Brown School Road and Orange Grove meet at a signalized intersection. Due to high traffic volumes and the high volume of turning traffic,this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Orange Grove Road and 1-40 (Map ID 2):Orange Grove Road bridges over 1-40 at a grade separation. The shoulder along the bridge is very narrow, making this a very unsafe location for pedestrians. There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Orange Grove Road and Oakdale Drive (Map ID 3): Oakdale Drive ends at Orange Grove Road at a stop sign-controlled intersection. Due to high traffic volumes, this intersection is difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 23 Photos Looking west along New Grady Brown School Looking west along New Grady Brown School Road Road at cars turning right into the school for the at cars turning left into the school for the afternoon afternoon pick up pick up Pedestrian signage on New Grady Brown School Sheriff directing traffic exiting out of the school Road Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 24 t 0 0 E r H w I _ 6, der ..d � New Grady�Browm S�hpOt `'� ©� �ir�x€ o Grady A Brown Elementary e c J i O Q LO- C7 GJ OI If? m ,O Crossing ID Photo ID ® School Zone Existing Sidewalks O Pedestrian Crashes 0 0.05 c Bike Crashes 0.1 Miles , Figure 2.6.Grady Brown Elementary Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 25 p N 57p A p ® 86 I � o o m 70 � .--- � �. ► p 1 � _ 3 p4 �`' 70 ► West Ten Rd en Johnston ` /'p , 1 ° / I p � / -- �a -�D o } I \ E \ ♦ o / o \ I © O 1 O a� // r �•, 86 i 1 � 1 a I p \ I 1 _ \ t0 wo Cca a © Cedar Ridge High School Existing Sidewalk OGrady A Brown Elementary School — Existing Shared Use Path a Q Cedar Ridge High Boundary r_J 20 Minute Walk Band GrJt`r Q Grady Brown Elementary Boundary r—J 10 Minute Bike Band o Pedestrian Crashes Park Railroad 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles Bike Crashes Figure 2.7:Cedar Ridge High School and Grady Brown Elementary School Overview Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 26 5 - Central Elementary School Central EIementaryserves grades Kindergarten to Sand is located in West Hillsborough along Hayes Street.The total enrollment of this school is 291 students. Surrounding land use is mostly residential. Traffic volumes along Hayes Street are low,while W King Street has an averaged a ily traffic volume of 1,300 vehicles per day.There is a sidewalk along the north side of Hayes Street from Nash Street to the school.Twenty pedestrian crashes, with one fatality and one suspected serious injury, and four bicycle crashes have occurred within the 20-minute walk band.Approximately 5 students walk to school. Central Elementary School expressed a growing need for more bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure around the school. Table 1.5: Central Elementary School Characteristics Grades Serviced K-5th Total Enrollment 291 Number of Buses 6 Number of Students Riding the Bus 134 in the AM;168 in the PM Number of Students Walking 5 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 113 Special Needs Population 36 (12%) Land Uses Surrounding School Residential Presence of Bike Racks Yes No Walk Zones Yes Crossing Guards Yes Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 70 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 6 Residences within a 10-mile bike ride from the 3459 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Central Elementary School.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.8.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.10. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 27 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are approximately 5 Central Elementary students walking to school. On-site observations noted several elementary school pedestrians that walked from Hayes Street west of the school Field staff noted the following travel norms for Central Elementary: Motorist behavior was observed as fair. Drivers were respectful of pedestrians and other vehicles, but occasionally did not follow the rules. Crossing guards were present with a stop sign to let vehicles in and out. Police were also present to assist. In the afternoon queuing backs up in both directions past Foust Street and Spruce Street. Due to its proximity to Hillsborough Elementary School,there is potential for increased congestion along Hayes Street. Safety concerns include school buses passing without a passing lane during queuing. Vehicles will ignore signage restricting left turns out if there is no crossing guard. Some walkers were observed arriving from the back side of the school, Foust Street, Latimer Street, and Nash Street. Cyclists were observed coming from both directions along Hayes Street. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + There is sidewalk along the north side of Hayes Street from North Nash Street to Central Elementary School and a sidewalk along the west side of North Nash Street. + Pedestrian crossing signage is found along Hayes Street. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. + There are crosswalks at the intersection of N Nash Street and Hayes Street. Existing infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: There are no school zone markings along Hayes Street. Sections of Hayes Street south of the school have narrow shoulders and overgrown vegetation, making it difficult for walking. There are no sidewalks or sidewalk gaps found on adjacent roadways.There are no bicycles facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.5 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 28 Table 2.5: Key Infrastructure Caps at Central Elementary Road Orientation Gap ■ W King Street Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes J Hayes Street Both directions No bike lanes. No sidewalk on the south/ east side. No sidewalk on the west side east of the school. Latimer Street Both directions No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: Hayes Street and W King Street (Map ID 1): Hayes Street ends at W King Street at a stop sign- controlled intersection.This location has narrow shoulders and overgrown vegetation that makes it difficult for pedestrians to cross safely.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 29 Photos TM 1' 7 Students and a parent walking to school.Entering Driveway entrance for car queue.Cars waiting to off of Hayes Street through the driveway exit turn left .r- i• Looking east along Hayes Street at traffic turning Looking west along Hayes Street. Through traffic is left into the school. passing on the left side. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 30 N A a � T 70 �' 70 v Q v v i � L h o Daphine Dr W Corbin St v Q a J � Q1 N N � a - C L- o Central Elementary z V y N� s - o � O ,I u+ R ^r 1. Brownville Ave Crossing ID h Photo ID L ® School Zone n � N — Existing Sidewalks =t= 3 O Pedestrian Crashes Benton St I 0 0.05 0.1 Miles 0 Bike Crashes Figure 2.8:Central Elementary Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 31 6 - Hillsborough Elementary School Hillsborough Elementary serves grades Kindergarten to 5 and is located in West Hillsborough along W Union Street and N Nash Street.This school has a total enrollment of 438 students. Surrounding land use is mostly residential.Traffic volumes along W Union Street are low,while N Nash Street has an average daily traffic volume of 1,400-2,000 vehicles per day. Hillsborough Elementary is located in a residential neighborhood. The school is currently overcapacity based on projected land use in the area and future residential development projections. Hillsborough Elementary is a year-round magnet school and does not have a defined attendance zone.There are some sidewalks along the east side of North Nash Street opposite the school and along the north side of West Union Street adjoining the school.Twenty pedestrian crashes,with one fatality and one suspected serious injury, and four bicycle crashes have occurred within the 20-minute walk band.Approximately 20-30 students walk or bike to school. Table 1.6: Hillsborough Elementary School Characteristics Grades Serviced K-5tn Total Enrollment 438 Number of Buses 4 Number of Students Riding the Bus 44 in the AM; 89 in the PM Number of Students Walking 20 Number of Students Cycling 2 Number of Students Driven 365 Special Needs Population 72 (16%) Land Uses Surrounding School Residential Presence of Bike Racks Yes No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards Sherriff directing traffic Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 115 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 15-20 Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 3645 school Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 32 The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Hillsborough Elementary School.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.9.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.10. Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are approximately 20-30 Hillsborough Elementary students walking or cycling to school. On-site observations noted several elementary school pedestrians walking from W Union Street, N Nash Street, and Occoneechee Street. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Hillsborough Elementary: ♦ Motorist behavior was observed as fair. Drivers are respectful and obey speed limits, but there is a high volume of through traffic that passes in the left lane. ♦ Traffic backup along N Nash Street is a major concern, leading to several near misses. There are two drop-off and pick-up areas for the car riders. Grades K-1 drop off and pick up at the W Union Street entrance. Grades 2-5 drop off and pick up at the N Nash Street entrance. Moderate non-school traffic was observed along N Nash Street including semi- trailers. Walkers enter at the school bus drop-off entrance. Some school and non-school pedestrians were observed walking along W Union Street and N Nash Street. In the afternoon, traffic for the K-1 pick-up backed up onto N Occoneechee Street with minor through traffic. Traffic backs up along N Nash Street in the right and left turn lanes for the 2-5 pick up.The school has separate entrance lanes for right turn traffic and left turn traffic. The left turn traffic backs up to W Corbin Street and the right turn traffic backs up past the intersection of N Nash Street and W Union Street. ♦ Due to its proximity to Central Elementary School,there is potential for increased congestion along Hayes Street. Through traffic passes in the opposite lane on N Nash Street.Through traffic is moderately heavy in the afternoon. Several near misses were observed. N Nash St is a significant north-south connector for the western side of town and traffic often uses this route to avoid Churton Street. Buses also pass in the opposite lane on N Nash Street to get around the car line, creating safety concerns. Vehicles were unable to exit left onto Nash Street because traffic was backed up and blocking the exit. The intersection of Hayes Street, N Nash Street, and W Union Street is a skewed intersection creating safety concerns. Vehicles were observed blocking the crosswalk at the school entrance on and the crosswalk to the parking across the street on W Union Street. Crossing guards were not present. However, a police car with lights on was situated at the grades 2-5 drop-off area. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 33 Existing Infrastructure - Strengths The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Clear school zone and pedestrian crossing signage is found along N Nash Street. + There is a bike rack located on campus. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. + There are sidewalks and pedestrian crossings along the north side of W Union Street. + There is sidewalk located along the west side of N Nash Street across the street from the school. + There are crosswalks at the intersection of N Nash Street and Hayes Street. Existing Infrastructure - Deficiencies Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: There is a lack of connecting sidewalks on nearby roadways.There are no bicycle facilities on adjacent roadways.Table 2.6 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Table 2.6: Hillsborough Elementary School Characteristics ••. • Orientation Ga• W Union Street South side No sidewalk or bike lanes N Nash Street East side No sidewalk or bike lanes Occoneechee Street Both Sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: W Union Street and N Occoneechee Street (Map ID 1): W Union Street and N Occoneechee Street meet at a four-way stop intersection. Due to morning and afternoon traffic backups and through traffic passing on the left side, this intersection can be difficult for pedestrians to cross.The only sidewalk is located on W Union Street west of the intersection. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 34 Photos .y r Looking south along N Nash St at the pick-up line for Looking north along N Nash St at left-turn pick-up grades 2-5.A bus is passing on the left while a car line for grades 2-5. coming from the opposite direction is also passing. 4JI s .ti x _ d �u Standing on W Union Street looking west at the Crosswalks on W Union Street in front of the school skewed intersection with N Nash Street and Hayes Street. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 35 _N w * 7U — 70 Nx I H +Y Daphine Dr `E. W`Corbin St ' -�-` a� '�-`• �I Hillsborough Elementary p MOO. W Orange St - L v _ x u Queen St N _ c W Tryon St Crossing ID Photo ID �I- ® School Zone W King St + w — Existing Sidewalks cn , O Pedestrian Crashes 3 W Margaret 0 o Bike Crashes 0.05 0.1 Miles , Figure 2.9:Hillsborough Elementary Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 36 / N * 57 l o `3 A \� 86 F O // Governor'z '' a4Ce / O , �rl- --CQ i `♦ Y 70 ° 00 Ben johnstomRd p 70v 3 � l J 1�a Y U O New.Grady Brotl77 ° v 86 ✓ o 0 a © Central Elementary School Existing Sidewalk J ' O Hillsborough Elementary School Existing Shared-Use Path rn i Q Central Elementary Boundary r_, 20 Minute Walk Band O o O Pedestrian Crashes r_; 10 Minute Bike Band Bike Crashes Park 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles Railroad Figure 2.70:Central Elementary School and Hillsborough Elementary School Overview Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 37 7 - Orange Middle School Orange Middle, previously known as C.W.Stanford,serves grades 6 to 8 and has a total enrollment of 521 students. It is located northeast of Hillsborough town limits along Orange High School Road just off of US 70 and the surrounding land use is mostly residential with some commercial.The traffic volume along Orange High School Road is 3,500 vehicles per day,while US 70 has an average daily traffic volume of 13,500 vehicles per day.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities in the vicinity of the school, other than a short section of sidewalk along Orange High School Road. Five pedestrian crashes have occurred within the 20-minute walk band. Approximately 15-20 students walk to school. Orange Middle School expressed a desire for more bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure around the school and support for the Safe Routes to School program. Table 1.7: Orange Middle School Characteristics Grades Serviced 6tn-8tn Total Enrollment 521 Number of Buses 14 Number of Students Riding the Bus 274 in the AM;320 in the PM Number of Students Walking 15-20 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 200-250 Special Needs Population 4-6 (1%) Land Uses Surrounding School Residential, Commercial Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards Sherrill directing traffic occasionally Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling Walkers must have written permission Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 100 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 2-5 Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 2908 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Orange Middle School.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.11. An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.13. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 38 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There area pproximately 15-20 Orange Middle students walking to school. On-site observations noted a number of middle school pedestrians walking from the direction of Orange High School. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Orange Middle: Motorist behavior was observed as good. Motorist behavior was observed as good. Drivers are generally respectful and pull of to the shoulder to allow other traffic to pass. There is one entrance and exit out of the same driveway for carpool traffic. During the morning drop off, motoristswere observed queuing along Orange High School Road and traffic was backed up in both directions.Traffic cleared quickly once the sheriff arrived to direct traffic in the morning. During the afternoon pick up, traffic backed up in both directions along Orange High School Road.Vehicles were observed pulling onto the shoulder to wait until the afternoon bell.Through traffic was observed passing through the left lane at full speed, creating safety concerns. Staff noted that some walkers come from the direction of Orange High School down the street and walkers are not released in the afternoon until 3:55PM. Some cars pull into the driveway exit lane while the carpool traffic is also leaving the exit lane creating the potential for an accident. Buses must pass in the left lane to get past the cars lined up on Orange High School Road and into the bus lot. There is not a crossing guard present, but office staff said there is occasionally someone directing traffic during pick-up times when available. Town of Hillsborough staff noted that students walk from the school to the nearby Walgreens via an existing informal pedestrian path through the woods. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths Few strengths were noted due to the lack of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + There is some sidewalk along the immediate school entrance. + There is a short section of sidewalk along Orange High School Road, but it doesn't connect to any other sidewalk. + There is a crosswalk across Orange High School Road at Ann Road. + There is a short segment of sidewalk along the north side of US 70 on the House at Gatewood property. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 39 Existing infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: The high speeds and high traffic volume along US 70 presents a serious safety threat for pedestrians and bicyclists. There is no sidewalk connecting to the crosswalk. The shoulder along Orange High School Road is narrow and has a steep drop off along certain parts. There are no bicycle racks located on campus. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.7 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Table 2.7: Hillsborough Elementary School Characteristics Road Orientation Ga• Orange High School Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes US 70 Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Ann Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Joyce Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes ff rold Latta Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes en Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 40 Key Crossing Issues The following crossings were noted in the 2013 Safe Route to School Strategic Action Plan.They are still barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: Orange High School Road and US 70 (Map ID 1): Orange High School Road ends at US 70 as a signalized intersection. However, due to high speeds coupled with high traffic volumes along US 70,this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this location. Orange High School Road provides the primary access to the school, so any student walking from US 70 must utilize this intersection. Students living south of US 70 will have to cross this very busy 3-lane roadway. Gwen Road and US 70 (Map ID 2): Gwen Road ends at US 70 at a stop sign-controlled intersection. Due to high speeds coupled with high traffic volumes along US 70, this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this location. N Scotswood Boulevard and US 70 (Map ID 3): N Scotswood Boulevard provides access to the Churton Grove Community, a 330-acre residential area. Scotswood Boulevard currently ends at US 70 at an unsignalized intersection. There are no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this location. High traffic speeds and volumes along US 70 make this intersection difficult for pedestrians to cross. Due to the lack of east-west connectivity in the Churton Grove area, many of the students living in this community might choose US 70 as their preferred route if walking or bicycling to school. NC 86 and NC 57 (Map ID 4): NC 86 and NC 57 meet at a signalized intersection northwest of the school. Students living northwest of the school may choose to use this intersection to access the school from Holman Drive.Traffic volumes can be high during the peak hours.There are currently no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this location. Orange High School Road and Orange Middle School Entrance (Map ID 5):This unsignalized intersection provides primary access to the school.Although speeds are not high during arrival and dismissal times due to the school traffic, there is a significant amount of traffic at this location. Currently,there is a short section of sidewalk and one curb ramp along school property but no pedestrian crosswalk. Orange High School Road and Harold Latta Road (Map ID 6): Orange High School Road meets Harold Latta Road at a stop sign-controlled intersection. Students living in this neighborhood may choose to use this intersection to access the school via Orange High School Road.There are currently no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this intersection. Due to the unusual geometry, pedestrian paths should be clearly defined at this intersection. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 41 Photos i r Small section of sidewalk along Orange High School Looking north along Orange High School Road at Road the school entrance u •f:.LL r f, School entrance and end of sidewalk Looking south along Orange High School Road at traffic turning left into the school.A UPS truck is passing on the left side. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 42 Rocky Ln A,,� r >. ' N 9 � �OXC.�< C'OdFok ,■.1� .� �. .air, - Shawnee Dr S���ec r,�. - C,� 0 J 57 Oa O l 0 L ��` } cn A Woodlawn Dr 0 m m Blvd �'. � � 3 Churton Grove � co o Q 'Nancy Dr � o : _ z o • Orange Middle - �_ gppleLn A��Swor(;h�e/�d ' I O v W H a m 70 z Crossing ID Photo ID ® School Zone ween St rt ' — Existing Sidewalks F O Pedestrian Crashes 0 0.1 0.2 Miles o Bike Crashes Figure 2.77:Orange Middle Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 43 8 - Orange High School Orange High serves grades 9 to 12 and has a total enrollment of 1,200 student. It is located in northeast Hillsborough along Orange High School Road just off of US 70 and the surrounding land use is mostly residential with some commercial.The traffic volume along Orange High School Road is 3,500 vehicles per day, while US 70 has an average daily traffic volume of 13,500 vehicles per day.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school. Five pedestrian crashes have occurred within the 20-minute walk band.Two of these crashes involved high school-aged pedestrians.Approximately 15-20 students walk or bike to school. Table 1.8: Orange High School Characteristics Grades Serviced 9th_12th Total Enrollment 1200 Number of Buses 22 Number of Students Riding the Bus 470 in the AM;472 in the PM Number of Students Walking 15 Number of Students Cycling 2 Number of Students Driven 730 Special Needs Population Yes (# Unknown) Land Uses Surrounding School Residential, Commercial Presence of Bike Racks Yes No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards No Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students Yes Existing Parking Capacity 600 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 3 Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 2908 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Orange Middle School.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.12. An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.13. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 44 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are approximately 15-20 Orange High students walking or cycling to school. On-site observations noted several high school pedestrians walking through the practice football field to the nearby neighborhood. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Orange High: Motorist behavior was observed as poor. Many drivers park on the side of the road to avoid the afternoon car queue and make illegal U-turns in the road, creating safety concerns for students and other drivers. Parents also cut into the car queue, park in visitor spots, and park in the woods causing a lot of potential for accidents. Other traffic speeds through the school zone. The car queue in the morning is short with relatively little to no queuing. Sometimes traffic turning left into the school causes a small back up of no more than 5 cars, but clears quickly. The car queue in the afternoon is heavier, however,there is no backup onto Orange High School Road. Approximately 10-15 cars park on the side of Orange High School to avoid waiting in the car queue. Cars park on both sides of the road and make a U-turn in the road to leave. Students walk out to the cars, sometimes crossing the street. Field staff observed a near miss between a vehicle and student. Students walking to and from school cut across the practice football field to walk from the nearby neighborhood. Town of Hillsborough staff noted that students walk from the school to the nearby Walgreens via an existing informal pedestrian path through the woods. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths Few strengths were noted due to the lack of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Sidewalks in the immediate vicinity of the school are adequate. Existing infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: The high speeds and high traffic volume along US 70 presents a serious safety threat for pedestrians and bicyclists. There are no crosswalks or pedestrian signage in the vicinity of the school. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways and there is no sidewalk connectivity to nearby neighborhoods.Table 2.8 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 4S Table 2.8: Key Infrastructure Gaps at Orange High '•. • Orientation Ga• Orange High School Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes US 70 Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Ann Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Joyce Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Harold Latta Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Gwen Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings were noted in the 2013 Safe Route to School Strategic Action Plan.They are still barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: Orange High School Road and US 70 (Map ID 1): Orange High School Road ends at US 70 as a signalized intersection. However, due to high speeds coupled with high traffic volumes along US 70,this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this location. Orange High School Road provides the primary access to the school, so any student walking from US 70 must utilize this intersection. Students living south of US 70 will have to cross this very busy 3-lane roadway. Gwen Road and US 70 (Map ID 2): Gwen Road ends at US 70 at a stop sign-controlled intersection. Due to high speeds coupled with high traffic volumes along US 70, this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this location. N Scotswood Boulevard and US 70 (Map ID 3): N Scotswood Boulevard provides access to the Churton Grove Community, a 330-acre residential area. Scotswood Boulevard currently ends at US 70 at an unsignalized intersection. There are no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this location. High traffic speeds and volumes along US 70 make this intersection difficult for pedestriansto cross. Due to the lack of east-west connectivity in the Churton Grove area, many of the students living in this community might choose US 70 as their preferred route if walking or bicycling to school. Orange High School Road and Harold Latta Road (Map ID 4): Orange High School Road meets Harold Latta Road at a stop sign-controlled intersection. Students living in this neighborhood may choose to use this intersection to access the school via Orange High School Road.There are currently no sidewalks or pedestrian treatments at this intersection. Due to the unusual geometry, pedestrian paths should be clearly defined at this intersection. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 46 Photos _ +n Looking north along Orange High School Road at Students walking on the opposite side of the road to school entrance get to a car x Traffic passing on both sides while cars are pulled Cars pulled off to the side to avoid the car queue.A off to the side bus is passing the cars partially in the left lane Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 47 fi i l n a. 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It is located in west Efland along Fuller Road just off of US 70 and the surrounding land use is mostly residential and undeveloped.Traffic volumes are low on Fuller Road and School House Road,while US 70 has an average daily traffic volume of 7,600 vehicles per day.The school is currently overcapacity based on projected land use in the area and future residential development projections.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school.There are no documented pedestrian or bicyclist crashes within the 20-minute walk band. Approximately 15 students walk to school. Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School expressed a desire for more bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure around the school and support for the Safe Routes to School program. Table 1.9: Orange High School Characteristics Grades Serviced K-5th Total Enrollment 561 Number of Buses 8 Number of Students Riding the Bus 275 in the AM;320 in the PM Number of Students Walking 15 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 292 Special Needs Population 5 (1%) Land Uses Surrounding School Rural residential Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards Sherriff directing traffic Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 81 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 10 Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 1207 school Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 50 The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School. A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.14.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.16. Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are approximately IS Efland Cheeks students walking or cycling to school.On-site observations noted several elementary school pedestrians walking from School House Road, Lucia Lane,Tinnin Road, and Fuller Road. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Efland Cheeks: Motorist behavior was observed as good. Drivers are respectful and obey speed limits. In the morning, traffic backs up onto Fuller Road and School House Road. Cars must queue east of the school on Fuller Road and then onto School House Road. Cars are not allowed to access Fuller Road from US 70.They must enter the car line on Tinnin Road from US 70. In the afternoon, traffic backs up to Tinnin Road. Cars block driveways of residences along School House Road. Security officer was observed directing exiting traffic out to US 70 during the morning drop off.Once traffic started backing up the officer directed exiting traffic back to Fuller Road. In the afternoon, several students walkers were observed using School House Road and Fuller Road. Parents walk to the school to pick students up.There is an obsolete driveway parents and students use to cut from School House Road to the school. Safety concerns include blind curves along School House Road and Fuller Road. Traffic is significant, especially during school start up and end times, along the Highway US 70 E which is a primary route to enter the school.Traffic along School House Road and Fuller Road is calm and slow. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths Few strengths were noted due to the lack of pedestrian and bicycle facilities.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + There is one school zone sign along the section of Fuller Road entering the school from US 70.There is clear school zone signage along US 70. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. + Traffic is relatively slow and calm and there is no through traffic. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 51 Existing Infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: Richmond Road connecting to Fuller Road is currently 45 mph. There is limited school zone signage along Fuller Road entering the school from the east where Fuller Road connects with Tinnin Road. There are multiple two-lane roadways that pose safety barriers for school-age cyclists and pedestrians. — There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.9 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Table 2.9: Key Infrastructure Gaps at Orange High Road Orientation Gap Fuller Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes School House Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Tinnin Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Richmond Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes US 70 Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: Fuller Road and US 70 (Map ID 1): Fuller Roads ends at US 70 as a stop sign-controlled intersection. Due to high speeds coupled with high traffic volumes along NC 70, this intersection is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Fuller Road and School House Road (Map ID 2): Fuller Road and School House Road meet at a stop sign-controlled intersection.The dense vegetation at this intersection creates a blind corner when turning left onto School House Road from Fuller Road and when turning onto Fuller Road from School House Road, making it difficult for pedestrians to cross safely.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Richmond Road and School Side Entrance (Map ID 3):The side driveway of Efland Cheeks ends at Richmond Road as a stop sign-controlled intersection.The speed limit on Richmond Road is 45 mph, making it difficult for pedestrians to cross safely. In addition, cars coming off of US 70 may be travelling quickly.There are no sidewalks or pedestrian crossings at this location. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 52 Photos or Blind comer at School House Road and Fuller Road Standing on Fuller Road looking north at the school entrance •1 i "�.� f- l r — - a i RoutesAfternoon pick-up line on School House Road. Afternoon pick-up line on School House Road Several parents walking to pick up students. Safe • •- Orange County,North Carolina S3 N Qi O O B.6, alter Ln . -o c Gregg St L U � Alice Miller Ct Efland cheeks Park c Efland Cheeks Global Elementary o �� EA Chad�\G -Fuller Rd FG�e ,� �z. 70 Oi Sanders Rd a v Crossing ID t Photo ID R. v c ® School Zone e� Existing Sidewalks O Pedestrian Crashes Watson Rd o Bike Crashes a 0 Railroad 0.05 0.1 Miles � Figure 2.14.Efland Cheeks Global Elementary Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina S4 10 - Gravelly Hill Middle School Gravelly Hill Middle serves grades 6 to 8 and has a total enrollment of 418 students. It is located in west Efland along W Ten Road and the surrounding land use is a mix of rural residential, commercial, industrial, and undeveloped.Traffic volumes along W Ten Road range from 1,100 to 3,000 vehicles per day in the vicinity of the school.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school, other than a sidewalk along W Ten Road on the school's property and a crosswalk.There are no documented pedestrian or bicyclist crashes within the 20-minute walk band. Approximately 2 students walk to school. Table 1.10: Gravelly Hill Middle School Characteristics Grades Serviced 6th-8th Total Enrollment 418 Number of Buses 9 Number of Students Riding the Bus 175 in the AM and PM Number of Students Walking 2 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 250 Special Needs Population 116 (28%) Land Uses Surrounding School Rural residential, Commercial, Industrial, Underdeveloped Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones Yes Crossing Guards No Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students Yes Existing Parking Capacity 50 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 4-6 Residences within a 10 min bike ride from the 1207 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Gravelly Hill School.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.15.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.16. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 55 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There area pproximately 2 Gravelly Hill students walking or cycling to school.On-site observations noted one middle school pedestrian walking from W Ten Road to houses across the street. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Gravelly Hill: Motorist behavior was observed as good. Drivers are respectful and obey speed limits. Cars do occasionally block the crosswalk, but there are no pedestrians around. There is one entrance to the school and left and right turn exit lanes out of the school. There is light traffic along W Ten Road during the morning and light to moderate traffic in the afternoon. During the afternoon pick up, vehicles back up to W Ten Road.Traffic backs up past the right turn lane—cars do pull over on the shoulder. Traffic backs up to the end of the left turn lane. Through traffic will use the center turn lane to pass.Traffic is able to safely pass in both directions. ♦ One walker was observed in the afternoon. ♦ There are no crossing guards or sheriffs present to direct traffic. ♦ Safety concerns include limited sight distance for cars exiting left out of the school due to the vehicles backed up along W Ten Road.Additionally,vehicles must pull into the crosswalk to see around the cars in the right turn lane. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Clear school zone and pedestrian crossing signage is found along W Ten Road. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. + There is sidewalk on the section of school property adjacent to W Ten Road. + There is a crosswalk at the school entrance along W Ten Road. + There is a bike rack located at the school. Existing infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: There are multiple two-lane, rural roadways that pose safety barriers for school-age cyclists and pedestrians. W Ten Road presents a serious safety threat for pedestrians and bicyclists because of its lacking infrastructure, high speeds,traffic volume, and hilly terrain. Either side of W Ten Road presents engineering challenges for sidewalk or trails since there is no curb and gutter. The speed limit within the school zone is 45 mph. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadway, other than the sidewalk on school property.Table 2.10 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina S6 Table 2.10: Gravelly Hill Middle School Characteristics Road Orientation Gap , W Ten Road Both sides No sidewalk outside of school property. No bike lanes Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: W Ten Road and School Entrance:The main entrance to Gravelly Hill Middle is located on W Ten Road. While there is a crosswalk at this location, it does often get blocked by cars exiting and entering the school driveway, making it a difficult location for pedestrians to cross.Additionally,the speed limit in the school zone is 45 mph, making it dangerous for pedestrians to cross across W Ten Road. Photos 4r Crosswalk at school entrance Sidewalk along W Ten Road in front of school r r Cars blocking the crosswalk during afternoon Traffic in the left-turn lane during the afternoon pick up pick up Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 57 aN ` kA _ I }, i y l — Gravelly Hill Middle �® kkll tTenRd �a moo Crossing ID ,. . Photo ID ® School Zone Existing Sidewalks o Pedestrian Crashes Bike Crashes 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 2.IS:Gravelly Hill Middle Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 58 N ,Lebano ti m � 0 �. E E m u 00 100 -; — eSt�Sen Rd \ Ben Johnston Rd , .�' o �yrY CpO� ,�� E w v `o 0 o �a O Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School Gravelly Hill Middle School u v Q Efland Cheeks Global Elementary Boundary d y� Q Gravelly Hill Middle Boundary 0 Pedestrian Crashes N 0 Bike Crashes �a r_; 20 Minute Walk Band �i°J q, 10 Minute Bike Band 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles Railroad Figure 2.76:Efland Cheeks Global Elementary and Gravelly Hill Middle School Overview Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 59 11 - Partnership Academy High School Partnership Academy serves grades 9 to 12 and has a total enrollment of 54 students. It is located in east Hillsborough along Corporate Drive just off of US 70 Alternate and the surrounding land use is mostly residential and commercial.Traffic volumes are low on Meadowlands Drive and Corporate Drive, while US Highway 70A has an average daily traffic volume of 6,400 vehicles per day. Town of Hillsborough staff noted the parcel directly south of the school is likely to redevelop to a more intense use,which could increase traffic volumes on Corporate Drive. Partnership Academy is a year-round magnet school and does not have a defined attendance zone.There are some sidewalks in the vicinity around the school along Meadowlands Drive and US Highway 70A.There are no documented pedestrian or bicyclist crashes within the 20-minute walk band. No students walk or bike to school. Table 1.11: Partnership Academy High School Characteristics Grades Serviced 9th_12th Total Enrollment 54 Number of Buses 4 Number of Students Riding the Bus 28 in the AM;31 in the PM Number of Students Walking 0 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 20 Special Needs Population (50%) Land Uses Surrounding School Residential, Commercial Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards No Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 23 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 7 Residences within a 10 min bike ride from the 6128 school Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 60 The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Partnership Academy. A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.17.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.19. Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are no Partnership Academystudents walking or cycling to school.On-site observations noted no pedestrians or cyclists walking in the vicinity of the school. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Partnership Academy: Motorist behavior was observed as good. Drivers obey speed limits and are respectful of other traffic. No students were observed walking or cycling during the site visit. Due to the small school size, there is no traffic back up.The morning car line is never more than 2-3 cars and the afternoon car line is never more than 4-5 vehicles at peak times. There are no crossing guards or sheriffs directing traffic. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Clear school zone signage is found along Corporate Drive. + Clear pedestrian crossing signage is found along US 70A. + There are crosswalks along US 70A at the intersections with Prestwood Dr and Quincy Cottage Road. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. + There are sidewalks along portions of Meadowlands Drive, US 70A, and nearby neighborhood roads. + There is no through traffic on Corporate Drive or Meadowlands Drive making these roads safer for walking. Existing infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: Traffic is significant along US 70A and poses a safety barrier for school-age cyclists and pedestrians. There are no bicycle racks on campus. Within the surrounding the area, there is no curb and gutter. Drainage ditches and right-of-way are an obstacle to further sidewalk or side path development. There are no sidewalks or sidewalk gaps on adjacent roadways.There are no bicycle facilities on adjacent roadways.Table 2.11 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 61 Table 2.11: Key Infrastructure Gaps at Partnership Academy • •_ • Orientation Gap Corporate Drive Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. US 70A Both sides No sidewalk from Meadowlands Dr to 650 feet west. No sidewalk east of Orange County SportsPlex. Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: Corporate Drive and Meadowlands Drive:There is currently no pedestrian crossing treatment from Corporate Drive across Meadowlands Drive to connect to the sidewalk.Corporate Drive is stop controlled and the traffic along Meadowlands Drive coming from US 70 is free flowing at the intersection. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 62 Vn � t, School campus and parking lot Cars entering school entrance during morning drop off rr a � School entrance Cul-de-sac at the end of Corporate Drive Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 63 LN\ /V z o z OCR\LN � Q� o o Q 0 oz QUINCY COTTAGE RD' �. ELts RTH MANOR c DR r fir. 70 " Partnership Academy �- �` , 0 © 1 d�POr z i ram' - -' f• �,` �'�ly " r � Crossing ID Photo ID ® School Zone -{ -_- Existing Sidewalks 01. O Pedestrian Crashes c Bike Crashes -� - z 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 2.77.Partnership Academy Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 64 12 - River Park Elementary School River Park Elementary, previously known as Cameron Park,serves grades Kindergarten to 5 and has a total enrollment of 558 students. It is located near downtown Hillsborough along St Marys Road and the surrounding land use is mostly residential and commercial.The traffic volume along St Marys Road is 3,100 vehicles per day in the vicinity of the school.The school is currently overcapacity based on projected land use in the area and future residential development projections.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school, other than a small sidewalk directly in front the school.Thirteen pedestrian crashes,with one suspected serious injury, and two bicycle crashes have occurred within the 20-minute walk band. Approximately 25-30 students walk to school. Table 1.12: River Park Elementary School Characteristics Grades Serviced K-5th Total Enrollment 558 Number of Buses 7 Number of Students Riding the Bus 220 in the AM;351 in the PM Number of Students Walking 25-30 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 350-400 Special Needs Population 11 (2%) Land Uses Surrounding School Residential, Commercial Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones None J Crossing Guards Sheriff directing traffic and serving as crossing guard occasionally Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 78 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones No Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 5-10 Residences within a 10-min bike ride from the 5121 school Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 6S The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for River Park Elementary.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.18.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.19. Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are approximately 25-30 students walking or cycling to school. On-site observations noted 24 students walking to school mainly from Lydia Lane.A few students walked from St Marys Road west of the school. Field staff noted the following travel norms for River Park Elementary: Motorist behavior was observed as fair. School traffic was respectful of other drivers but did not always yield to pedestrians. In the morning, traffic is backed up moderately in both directions.There is a high volume of school traffic. In the afternoon,traffic is backed up significantly in both directions.Some through traffic passes in the left lanefrom both directions,while somethrough trafficwaits in the car line. Some through traffic turns down Lydia Lane and E Tryon Street to avoid waiting in the queue. Due to the long queues on St. Marys Road, several dangerous maneuvers were witnessed during the observation period. One car was observed turning left out of the school while families were crossing the crosswalk.Vehicles were observed turning out of the school while traffic is going by on St Marys Road. Multiple vehicles were observed making a U-turn on St. Marys Road to get out of the school carpool line. Most of the 24 students that walked to school came from from Lydia Lane and 3-4 families walked from the west along St Marys Road. Families were observed using the crosswalk to cross St Marys Road. Traffic backs up into the crosswalk during the morning and afternoon, which limits the line of sight for pedestrians, creating safety concerns. A sheriff was observed directing traffic and serving as crossing guard in the morning.The sheriff did not arrive until 7:33AM after several students had already walked to school. A sheriff directed traffic in the afternoon but did not assist with pedestrians crossing. Existing Infrastructure - Strengths River Park Elementary's location near downtown Hillsborough makes it a prime location for students to walk or bicycle to school.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Clear school zone and pedestrian crossing signage is found along St Marys Road. There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front and side.There is a small section of sidewalk along St Marys Road at the school front. + There is a crosswalk with crossing signage across St. Marys Road at the intersection with Lydia Lane. + neighborhood roads. + There is no through traffic on Corporate Drive or Meadowlands Drive making these roads safer for walking. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 66 Existing Infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Key weaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: — There are multiple roadways in the area that pose safety barriers for elementary student pedestrians and bicyclists. — Neighborhoods to the north of US 70 do not have a safe crossing to the roads that lead to the school. Besides the crossing on St. Marys Road at the intersection of Lydia Lane, there are no other marked crosswalks within the vicinity of the school. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.12 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Table 2.12: Key Infrastructure Caps at River Park Elementary ' •. • Orientation St. Marys Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. Lydia Lane Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. East Queen Street Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. North Cameron Street Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. i South Cameron Street East side No sidewalk or bike lanes. East Tryon Street North side No sidewalk or bike lanes. Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: St Marys Road and Lydia Lane: Lydia Lane ends at St Marys Road at a stop sign-controlled intersection. While there is already a crosswalk at this location, the high volume of traffic along St Marys Road still creates safety concerns for pedestrians. In addition, the crosswalk is located next to the left-turn lane out of the school, creating potential conflicts for turning traffic and pedestrians crossing. St Marys Road and E Tryon Road: E Tryon Road ends at St Marys Road at a stop sign-controlled intersection. E Tryon Road meets St Marys Road as it comes out of a curve, creating a dangerous location for pedestrians.There is a sidewalk on the south side of E Tryon Road, but no pedestrian crossings at this location. St Marys Road, Cameron Street, and E King Street: St Marys Road, Cameron Street, and E King Street meet at a stop sign-controlled skewed intersection. Due to the unusual geometry of this intersection, is very difficult for pedestrians to cross.There is a crosswalk at E King Street and sidewalks along both sides of E King Street, the west side of St Marys Road, and the west side of S Cameron Street. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 67 Photos Exit lanes out of school.Left-turn lane is right next to Morning traffic backed up on St Marys Road crosswalk W - rni Sidewalk in front of River Park Elementary Crosswalk on St Marys Road Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 68 Ni aine:St7 I �.F ...�4 y a. C N � J a E Mee y� r a o � � StMaNSRd .E Tryon st Q Riuer Park. Merrlentary - E King St ¢¢ rar. r " Crossing ID Photo ID ,u,�l �'��► r School Zone — Existing Sidewalks Burnside Dr 0 0.05 0.1 Miles — Existing Shared Use Path Figure 2.IS:River Park Elementary Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 69 r 57 J • o� o� oil � l A4 / 86 Governor-Z� i Fall, O po a, i 70 n1 +* I O ® l� I` 00 I ) � Ben Johnston-Rd ; O v 1\ 7011 v 9-4 i E New.Grady Bros, I / �� O v n �86 -' d0 QD Partnership Academy Existing Sidewalk ® River Park Elementary School — Existing Shared Use Path (-' p _ 6, Q River Park Elementary Boundary r_, 20 Minute Walk Bands O O Pedestrian Crashes i_�I 10 Minute Bike Band Bike Crashes Park Railroad 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles Figure 2.79:Partnership Academy and River Park Elementary Overview Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 70 13 - Pathways Elementary School Pathways Elementary serves grades Pre-Kindergarten to 5 and has a total enrollment of 370 students. It is located north of Hillsborough town limits along Strouds Creek Road just off of NC 57 and the surrounding land use is mostly agricultural and residential.Traffic volumes are low on Strouds Creek Road,while NC 70 has an average daily traffic volume of 6,400 vehicles per day.There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities on the roadways in the vicinity of the school,other than a small section of sidewalk along Strouds Creek Road.There are no documented pedestrian or bicyclist crashes within the 20-minute walk band. Approximately 8 students walk to school. Table 1.13: River Park Elementary School Characteristics Grades Serviced Pre-K-5tn Total Enrollment 370 Number of Buses 5 Number of Students Riding the Bus 105 in the AM;126 in the PM Number of Students Walking 8 Number of Students Cycling 0 Number of Students Driven 130 Special Needs Population 0 Land Uses Surrounding School Residential,Agricultural Presence of Bike Racks No No Walk Zones None Crossing Guards No Policies that Restrict Walking or Bicycling No Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Taught to Students No Existing Parking Capacity 94 spaces Presence of Car Waiting Zones Yes Number of Staff Managing Drop off/Pick up 16 Residences within a 10 min bike ride from the 643 school The following pages highlight the data collected pertaining to the strengths and weaknesses of the existing pedestrian environment for Pathways Elementary.A campus map showing bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, school zone signage, key crossing IDs, and photo IDs is included in Figure 2.20.An overview map showing the bicycle and pedestrian crashes, existing infrastructure, a 20-minute walking radius, and a 10-minute biking radius is included in Figure 2.21. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 71 Behavioral Components of Vehicular and Pedestrian Traffic Patterns There are approximately 8 students walking to school. On-site observations noted several elementary school pedestrians walking from the Stroud's Creek neighborhood adjacent to the school. Field staff noted the following travel norms for Pathways Elementary: Motorist behavior was observed as fair to good.Traffic appears to go faster than the posted speed limit of 25mph along Strouds Creek Road, but drivers are respectful overall. There are separate drop-off and pick-up zones for the Pre-K and K-5 grades. There were no backups of traffic during the morning drop off.Traffic for the K-5 pick up does backup onto Strouds Creek Road past Village Grove Court. Cars and buses were observed passing in the left lane to get into the school entrance.A few cars traveling to Tumbling Brook Lane also had to pass on the left. Parents were observed walking from the neighborhood to pick up students.Afew students were observed walking home alone, which is not allowed according to school staff. Safety concerns include vehicles passing in the left lane while vehicles are exiting the school at the same time and cars turning left out of Tumbling Brook Lane having limited sight distance due to the line of cars. Other safety concerns include no crosswalks across the Pre-K car entrance where students were observed crossing. Existing infrastructure - Strengths Pathways Elementary's location on a dead-end road makes it a viable location for walking and biking to school from nearby residences.The following observations were noted as existing system strengths: + Clear school zone signage and pavement markings are found along Strouds Creek Road and NC 57. + There are on-campus sidewalks along the building front, adjacent to the carpool drop-off line. + There is a sidewalk connection from Village Grove Court to the first school driveway entrance. + There is no through traffic on Strouds Creek Road and Tumbling Brook Lane is a gated community with no through traffic. Existing infrastructure - Deficiencies There are multiple issues related to infrastructure deficiency and traffic issues that warrant improvement, create safety hazards, and prevent children from walking and cycling to school safely. Keyweaknesses, barriers, and obstacles include the following: Traffic is significant along the primary route to school NC 57. There are no crosswalks or curb ramps located on adjacent roadways. There is no on campus sidewalk connecting from Strouds Creek Road to the school. There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities found on adjacent roadways.Table 2.13 summarizes key locations where insufficient infrastructure creates barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 72 Table 2.13: Key Infrastructure Caps at Pathways Elementary Poad Orientation Gap Strouds Creek Road Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. Tumbling Brook Lane Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. Village Grove Court Both sides No sidewalk or bike lanes. Key Crossing Issues The following crossings are barriers to safety and prevent children from walk and cycling to school safely: Strouds Creek Road and School Eastern Entrance: The eastern driveway to Pathways Elementary meets Strouds Creek Road a stop sign-controlled intersection. Pedestrians walking from the Stroud's Creek neighborhood use this crossing to walk to and from school. Due to number of vehicles turning in and out of this driveway,this intersection difficult for pedestrians to cross.There is a sidewalk coming from the Stroud's Creek neighborhood, but there are no sidewalks along the western side of the intersection.There are no pedestrian crossings at this location. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 73 Photos r �i i .- t" i w Sidewalk in front of Stroud's Creek neighborhood End of sidewalk at the eastern driveway Bus passing in the left lane to get into the bus lot Afternoon pick-up line Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 74 N A er a a. Pathways Elements r e ! -� �© O O Strouds Creek Rtl I AWC a �ooP 'u 57 86 4 Crossing ID Photo ID 1 " ® School Zone ---I_ 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Existing Sidewalks Figure 2.20:Pathways Elementary Campus Map Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 75 N e Rd Otao� Edmund Latta Rdj Kenion Rd -- Ph` " elps-Rd / 57 �\1 57 Governor-�Jt / FaucetrP ; � & 5 Fz 70 , -- ` Sp MaN ® Pathways Elementary School Q Pathways Elementary Boundary Existing Sidewalk a — Existing Shared Use Path u Existing Bike Facility 70 A 20 Minute Walk Band 10 Minute Bike Band o,e-�a I o 86 ` _ 14 c�Park � e � W Railroad Oa : 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles Figure 2.27:Pathways Elementary School Overview Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 76 3. Public Involvement Summary On July 8, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Orange County Transportation Service (OCTS) conducted a Public Engagement event with all Orange County Public Schools in accordance with the approved Scope of Work.All the principles,vice-principles, school board staff were invited to participate in an open discussion on the SRTS Program.The audience provided OCTS staff important feedback on the program, existing conditions report and potential recommendations to improve the County's SRTS plan. Key highlights from the event include: Students continue to walk and bike along dangerous roads like NC 86 (AL Stanback Middle and New Hope Elementary), Orange Grove Road (Cedar Ridge High and Grady Brown Elementary), Richmond Road (Efland Cheeks Elementary). Increasing population is resulting in increasing impact on schools, and subsequent increase in walking and biking to/from schools. All schools are working on transitioning to Infinite Campus (from Power School) to help improve messaging to students and parents. The Existing Conditions report was very helpful and informative to the schools. The Orange County Safe Routes to School Plan update was also presented to the Orange Unified Transportation Board (OUTBoard) on August 19, 2024 to gather more feedback.The following highlights the County's transportation advisory board feedback: Public school buses are the safest way students can get to/from school, more should be done to promote them. The plan should also establish a Safe Routes to School Champion to help implement the updated program. Students are one of the most at-risk traveling populations, more should be done to support them, perhaps through Environmental Justice considerations. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 77 4. Project Recommendations Overview The following chapters describe infrastructure and program recommendations for each of the 13 schools studied. Several inputs were used to form the recommendations for each school.These include a combination of public input, County input, school input,field observations and analysis, and infrastructure recommendations from current planning documents, such as the Durham- Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization (DCHC MPO) 2017 Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP), Orange County 2013 CTP, Hillsborough Comprehensive Sustainability Plan (CSP) 2030, and Triangle Area Rural Planning Organization (TARPO) 2015 Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Framework. Recommendations have been categorized by need: high need, medium need, and low need.These categories can help the County and Town determine how to allocate funding to proposed projects. Projects defined as high need may be located in areas where there is already a significant population walking or biking to school, exist in areas with unsafe walking conditions where the project would have high impact, or improve motor behavior significantly to create safer conditions for students to walk or bike to school. Projects defined as medium need may be located in areas with fewer students walking or biking to school. Projects defined as low need may have no students currently walking or biking along the route, exist in a rural setting so projected usage is low, or exist in areas with safer walking conditions where the project would have low impact. I of rastructu re Types The follow section provides descriptions and examples of recommended infrastructure improvements in this SRTS plan. Bicycle Lane:A dedicated lane on the roadway for bicycle traffic.They are typically 5 to 6 feet in width. Bicycle lanes are recommended along arterials and collectors with speeds greater than 25 mph. Buffered Bicycle Lane:A dedicated lane on the roadway for bicycle traffic that utilizes a small buffer to separate the bike lane from the roadway.They are typically 5 to 6 feet in width and include a buffer of at least 1.5 feet from the roadway. Paved Shoulder: In lieu of bike lanes,the shoulder may be paved to a width of 4 feet or more to provide a space for cyclists. Paved shoulders are recommended for rural highways with low bike traffic.They may provide a viable short-term and low-cost solution for other road types as well. Sidewalk: A path separated from the road that provides a safe space for pedestrians.They are typically 6 feet in width and include a buffer of 5 feet from the roadway. Sidewalks are Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 78 recommended along routes with speeds higher than 10 mph and traffic volumes higher than 2,000 vehicles per day. Greenway:A paved surface separated from the roadway for pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Greenways may run along roadways or streams,through utility corridors, parks, or undeveloped areas, making them a versatile option for safe travel to school. Greenways are typically 10 to 12 feet wide, but may be narrower in areas with constraints or wider in areas with high usage. Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge:A bridge separated from the roadway for use only by bicycle and pedestrian traffic.These bridges allow cyclists and pedestrians to safely cross over obstacles, such as roads, rivers, and railways. School Zone:Typically located 100-500 feet from the school boundary, school zones require vehicular traffic to reduce their speed while travelling through the zone. School zones may be marked by signage and/or roadway markings. Recommendations may include extending the school zone to a larger area or further reducing the speed limit inside the school zone. High Visibility Crosswalk:A designated crossing area on the road with bold markings to gain the attention of drivers. High visibility crosswalks may utilize red or yellow markings in school zones and are often accompanied with pedestrian crossing signs.They encourage drivers to slow down by alerting them to potential pedestrians in the area. Midblock Crossing: A designated crossing area on the road to provide safe crossing between intersections where there is significant pedestrian traffic. Midblock crossings may feature high visibility markings, refuge islands in the center on wider roads, pedestrian crossing signs or signals. Pedestrian Crossing Signal:A pedestrian signal head that is added to existing stoplight- controlled intersections, particularly those with high traffic volumes. Pedestrian crossing signals typically feature a signal head, push button activation, and countdown timer.They help maintain an orderly flow of vehicular and pedestrian traffic, enhance pedestrian safety, and reduce the likelihood of accidents. High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) Signal:A traffic control device used at midblock crossings where pedestrians may have difficulty crossing due to fast-moving vehicles. HAWK signals utilize a pedestrian push button and traffic signal that require drivers to stop when activated. These devices significantly enhancing pedestrian safety while maintaining traffic efficiency. Speed Hump:A traffic calming measure designed to reduce vehicle speeds to 15 to 20 mph. Speed humps may be placed in areas where lower speeds are desired, such as school zones or near pedestrian crossings. Speed Cushion: A traffic calming measure design to reduce vehicle speeds. Speed cushions are typically placed in a series of two or more and suitable for roads with frequent bus and emergency vehicle traffic. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 79 I - AL Stanback Middle School The following set of recommendations have been developed for AL Stanback Middle. Figure 4.1 shows the recommended projects. Project - la Add traffic calming Traffic is significant along Medium measures, such as NC 86 and poses a safety extending the school zone barrier for cyclists and further south and reducing pedestrians. the speed limit from 45 mph to 35 mph throughout the school zone. lb Add a high visibility Benton Drive and NC 86 Low crosswalk and pedestrian presents a key crossing crossing signage to NC 86 issue for cyclists and and Benton Drive. pedestrians. lc Add 4' paved shoulders The lack of bicycle and Low DCHC MPO or a bicycle lane and pedestrian infrastructure 2017 CTP; sidewalk along NC 86 from along NC 86 presents key Hillsborough Hillsborough's northern infrastructure gaps for CSP 2030 town limit to south of New cyclists and pedestrians. Hope Church Road. Id Add sidewalks along The lack of bicycle and Low Benton Drive. pedestrian infrastructure along Benton Drive presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. le Add sidewalks along Storey The lack of bicycle and Low Lane. pedestrian infrastructure along and Storey Lane presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 80 N r + 76P.7117M _ Ct ohe 1 c r� le s1 EScaountain Rd E Storey LP hod 86 � AL Stanback Middle` " - s Sern��ole Rd b E 6enton�r; ld u F Cheyenne Dr ' Y 0 Existing School Zone ® 1a ® Recommended School Zone Q Recommended Crosswalk and Signage — Existing Sidewalks Recommended Bicycle Lane --- Recommended Sidewalk 9 0 0.05 0.1 Miles '4WWWW L&' \% �� .-igure 4.1:AL Stanback Middle Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 81 2 - New Hope Elementary School The following set of recommendations have been developed for New Hope Elementary. Figure 4.2 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need MTP Reference 2a Evaluate alternative internal The carpool queue is not High queueing measures, such efficient or suitable for as beginning drop off and drop off and pick up.Very pick up at an earlier time, a few cars can drop off and longer area for drop off and pick up at one time and pick up, and utilizing two cars wait in the queue for driveways for drop off and an excessive amount of pick up. time. 2b Retime the traffic signal to The signal at the High prioritize traffic along New intersection of New Hope Hope Church Road. Church Road and NC 86 queues all the way to the carpool exit line. 2c Evaluate the need for a The signal at the Low dedicated left-turn lane intersection of New Hope onto NC 86. Church Road and NC 86 queues all the way to the carpool exit line. 2d Add traffic calming Traffic is significant along Medium measures,such as NC 86 and New Hope extending the school zone Church Road and poses a 600 feet further west and safety barrier for cyclists reducing the speed limit and pedestrians. from 45 mph to 35 mph throughout the school zone. 2e Add a right-turn lane The morning and Medium into the school from the afternoon car queues westernmost driveway to experience heavy backups the easternmost driveway along New Hope Church for the car queue. Road. Buses and cars must pass in the two-way left turn lane to get around the queue. 2f Add a high visibility New Hope Church Road Low crosswalk and pedestrian and NC 86 presents a key crossing signal to New crossing issue for cyclists Hope Church Road and NC and pedestrians. 86. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 82 2g Add 4' paved shoulders or The lack of bicycle and Low DCHC MPO 2017 a bicycle lane along NC 86 pedestrian infrastructure CTP from south of New Hope along NC 86 and presents Church Road to Eubanks key infrastructure gaps for Road. cyclists and pedestrians. 2h Add 4' paved shoulders The lack of bicycle and Low DCHC MPO 2017 along New Hope Church pedestrian infrastructure CTP Road from Old NC 86 to Old along New Hope Church NC 10. Road presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 2i Add sidewalks along New The lack of bicycle and Low Hope Church Road. pedestrian infrastructure along New Hope Church Road presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 83 N A s o, y �a 2a New Hope Elementary 2h '�o O ^: © 2e ,. 2f 2c. 21% 86 Qa f2d: r VrJ 21 �o 2g ® Existing School Zone ® Recommended School Zone ;c O Recommended Crosswalk and Signage 3 © Recommended Left-Turn Lane �. O Recommended Right-Turn Lane Existing Sidewalks --- Recommended Bicycle Lane --- Recommended Sidewalk " --- Recommended Paved Shoulder s 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.2:New Hope Elementary Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 84 3 - Cedar Ridge High School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Cedar Ridge High. Figure 4.3 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need MTP Reference 3a Provide a midblock crossing Several high school High with a median island refuge students are walking to in the existing turn lane. and from Grady Brown Add high visibility crossings Elementary School across and in-roadway crossing the street. signage. 3b Construct a sidewalk along Approximately 20-30 High DCHC MPO New Grady Brown School students walk to school 2017 CTP; Road from New Grady from the east.There are Hillsborough Brown School to Orange no pedestrian facilities CSP 2030 Grove Road. and narrow shoulders, especially along the Orange Grove Road bridge over 1-40. 3c Construct 4' paved Approximately 20-30 High DCHC MPO shoulders and a sidewalk students walk to school 2017 CTP; along Orange Grove Road from the east.There are Hillsborough from New Grady Brown no pedestrian facilities CSP 2030 School Road to Elfin Blvd. and narrow shoulders, especially along the Orange Grove Road bridge over 1-40. 3d Construct a bicycle and Approximately 20-30 High pedestrian bridge adjacent students walk to school to Orange Grove Road that from the east.There are crosses over 1-40 to provide no pedestrian facilities safe passage. and narrow shoulders, especially along the Orange Grove Road bridge over 1-40. 3e Install no parking signs Drivers park on the side High along New Grady Brown of the road to avoid the School Road to deter afternoon car queue,then parents from parking on make U-turns in the road the side of the road during to leave,further limiting a afternoon pick up. safe space for walkers. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 85 3f Construct a sidewalk along Several students walk to Medium Hillsborough Oakdale Drive from Orange school via Oakdale Drive. CSP 2030 Grove Road to S Churton There are no pedestrian Street. facilities along this route. 3g Add a high visibility Several students walk to Medium crosswalk and pedestrian school via Oakdale Drive. crossing signal at the There are no pedestrian intersection of New Grady facilities along this route. Brown School Road and Orange Grove Road. 3h Add a high visibility Several students walk to Medium crosswalk and pedestrian school via Oakdale Drive. signage to the intersection There are no pedestrian of Orange Grove Road and facilities along this route. Oakdale Drive. 3i Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Medium New Grady Brown School pedestrian infrastructure Road from Dimmocks Mill west of Cedar Ridge High Road to Cedar Ridge High. presents infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. i 3j Add sidewalks to Timbers The lack of bicycle and Low Drive. pedestrian infrastructure along Timbers Drive presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. Students living in Patriots Pointe and Timbers Mobile Home Park utilize Timbers Drive to access Orange Grove Road. 3k Add a trail connection from The lack of bicycle and Low Patriots Pointe to Timbers pedestrian infrastructure Drive. along Timbers Drive presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. Students living in Patriots Pointe and Timbers Mobile Home Park utilize Timbers Drive to access Orange Grove Road. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 86 / V 4 #;��� QomteDr o j r L . r / Cedar Ridge';Hi•h \ 3c ,• '' _y 9 A�O 3d 3h 3 i kv- _ ' 3a 3e m,�, New Grady Brown School Rq 3b , 3g oakdalr *6N WE Existing School Zone J Recommended Crosswalk and Signage Recommended No Parking Sign ^!! — Existing Sidewalks --- Recommended Bicycle Lane .-- Recommended Sidewalk -- Recommended Paved Shoulder Recommended Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge . Recommended Trail Connection if0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.3:Cedar Ridge High Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 87 4 - Grady A Brown Elementary School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Grady A Brown Elementary. Figure 4.4 shows the recommended projects. Projects 3b-3d, 3f-3h, and 3i have also been identified for Grady A Brown Elementary School. Project ID Pecommendation Issue Addressed Need MTP Peference 4a Add sidewalk or bike lane to The lack of bicycle and High Arbors Lane. pedestrian infrastructure along Timbers Drive and Arbors Lane presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 88 N n L.tM--R dft ]. \V Nev✓Grady Brown School Rd w ", Grady A Brown Elementary 4a 9 v a > c7 O -7 v q 0 Existing School Zone — Existing Sidewalks Recommended Bicycle Lane Recommended Sidewalk 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4A Grady Brown Elementary Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 89 5 - Central Elementary School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Central Elementary. Figure 4.5 shows the recommended projects. 111 UZOINZ441111 10]11111111111 Issue Addressed —REW Need MTP Reference 5a Add school zone signage There are no school zone High and markings along Hayes markings or signs along Street. Hayes Street. 5b Construct sidewalk and There is a growing need Medium bicycle lanes on W King for more bicycle and Street from N Occoneechee pedestrian infrastructure Street to West Hill Avenue. around Central A near-term solution would Elementary School. be to widen the shoulders The lack of bicycle and along these roads and pedestrian infrastructure maintain vegetation to along W King Street create a safer environment present key infrastructure for elementary students gaps for cyclists and walking and cycling to pedestrians. school. Sc Construct a sidewalk on There is a growing need Medium Latimer Street from King for more bicycle and Charles Road to Lakeshore pedestrian infrastructure Drive. around Central Elementary School. The lack of bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure along Latimer Street present key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 5d Construct sidewalk on The lack of bicycle and Medium Lakeshore Drive from US 70 pedestrian infrastructure to W King Street. along Lakeshore Street present key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 5e Construct sidewalk and The lack of bicycle and Medium bicycle lanes on Hayes pedestrian infrastructure Street from Central along parts of Hayes Street Elementary to W King presents key infrastructure Street. gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 90 5f Add a high visibility Hayes Street and W King Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Street presents a key crossing signage to Hayes crossing issue for cyclists Street and W King Street. and pedestrians. 5g Employ a crossing guard Vehicles ignore signage Medium to ensure vehicles are restricting left turns out following traffic rules and of the school when no create a safer environment crossing guard is present. for pedestrians and cyclists. 5h Construct passing lane School buses turning left Medium for school buses and non- onto Hayes Street must school traffic to pass the car pass in the left lane to get queue. around the car queue, increasing the potential for conflict. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 91 -Mrt�4 �a ro.s 2 Central Elementary 5g... 1 G / 5h 5a 5c Latimer St � •"z - n _ ' Brownville Ave :5e -0n 5b 5f FzLI Existing School Zone WE Recommended School Zone - Q Recommended Crosswalk and Signage Spring St — Existing Sidewalks --- Recommended Bicycle Lane ` -- Recommended Sidewalk - Recommended Passing Lane = 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.5:Central Elementary Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 92 6 - Hillsborough Elementary School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Hillsborough Elementary. Figure 4.6 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed d MTP Reference 6a Install a high visibility The skewed intersection High crosswalk and pedestrian at Hayes Street, N Nash signage at W Union Street Street, and W Union and the south leg of N Nash Street creates a safety Street at the intersection, concern for vehicles and and evaluate realigning the pedestrians. intersection to create safer conditions overall. 6b Construct a southbound Traffic backup along N High left-turn lane so that traffic Nash Street is a major coming north of the school concern.Through traffic, can pass safely in the buses, and traffic exiting through lane. left out of the car queue pass in the opposite lane increasing the potential for conflict. 6c The exit out of the school Traffic backup along N High on N Nash Street should be Nash Street is a major right-turn only to decrease concern.Through traffic, the amount of cars passing buses, and traffic exiting in the opposite lane. left out of the car queue pass in the opposite lane increasing the potential for conflict. 6d Construct sidewalks along The lack of bicycle and Medium Occoneechee Street,to pedestrian infrastructure serve the students currently along Occoneechee Street, walking to school and fill in the south side of W Union existing infrastructure gaps. Street, and the east side of N Nash Street presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 6e Construct sidewalks The lack of bicycle and Medium along the south side of W pedestrian infrastructure Union Street to serve the along the south side of students currently walking W Union Street presents to school and fill in existing key infrastructure gaps for infrastructure gaps. cyclists and pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 93 6f Construct sidewalks The lack of bicycle and Medium along the east side of N pedestrian infrastructure Nash Street to serve the along the east side of N students currently walking Nash Street presents key to school and fill in existing infrastructure gaps for infrastructure gaps. cyclists and pedestrians. 6h Add a high visibility W Union Street and N Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Occoneechee Street crossing signage to presents a key crossing W Union Street and N issue for cyclists and Occoneechee Street. pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 94 ON IAL n Cedar StOr , ' c �t W Corbin St �phine Dr Hillsborough Elementary it, r 6b ��r,{ W Orange sty" _ ? 6c , o ,i 0 6h W Union St 6 a - 6 cu N s o z 6f 6d ., W Tryon St W King St z W Margaret L•n 0 Existing School Zone r' ORecommended Crosswalk and Signage ORecommended Left-Turn Lane z i Recommended Right Turn Lane —Existing Sidewalks - • Recommended Sidewalk 0 0.05 0.1 Miles �r. Figure 4.6.Hillsborough Elementary Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 95 7 - Orange Middle School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Orange Middle. Figure 4.7 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need IVITP Reference 7a Construct a sidewalk There are no on campus Medium connecting from Orange sidewalks connecting to Middle School building the school entrance. along the driveway to the short section of existing sidewalk along Orange High School Road. 7b Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Medium DCHC MPO Orange High School Road pedestrian infrastructure 2017 CTP; from Harold Latta Drive to along Orange High Hillsborough US 70. School Road present key CSP 2030 infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 7c I Construct 4' paved The lack of bicycle and Medium DCHC MPO shoulders and a sidewalk pedestrian infrastructure 2017 CTP; along US 70 from Combs along US 70 present key Hillsborough Circle to N Scotswood infrastructure gaps for CSP 2030 Boulevard. cyclists and pedestrians. r 7d Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Medium DCHC MPO Harold Latta Drive from pedestrian infrastructure 2017 CTP; Orange High School Road along Harold Latta Road, Hillsborough to Cloverfield Drive. present key infrastructure CSP 2030 gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 7e Construct sidewalks along The lack of bicycle and Medium Orange High School Road pedestrian infrastructure from Harold Latta Road along Orange High to Miller Road to fill in School Road present key infrastructure gaps. infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 7f Construct sidewalks The lack of bicycle and Medium along Ann Road to fill in pedestrian infrastructure infrastructure gaps. along Ann Road present key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. There is a crosswalk at Orange High School Road and Ann Road with no connecting sidewalks. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 96 7g Construct sidewalks The lack of bicycle and Medium along Joyce Road to fill in pedestrian infrastructure infrastructure gaps. along Ann Road,Joyce Road present key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 7h Construct sidewalks The lack of bicycle and Medium along Gwen Road to fill in pedestrian infrastructure infrastructure gaps. along Gwen Road present key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 7i Construct a sidewalk The lack of bicycle and Medium Hillsborough along Rencher Street from pedestrian infrastructure CSP 2030 Fairview Park to Orange from west of Orange High School soccer field. Middle School presents a barrier to students walking and biking to school. 7j Construct a multi-use path The lack of bicycle and Medium along Holman Drive from pedestrian infrastructure NC 86 to Orange Middle from west of Orange School. Middle School presents a barrier to students walking i and biking to school. 7k Construct a trail from Students are walking to Medium Orange Middle School to the nearby Walgreens via Walgreens to promote safe an informal pedestrian travel for students. path through the woods. 71 Add a high visibility The intersection of Orange Medium crosswalk and pedestrian High School Road and US crossing signal to the 70 present key crossing intersection at Orange High issues for pedestrians. School Road and US 70. 7m Add a high visibility The intersection of Gwen Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Road and US 70 present crossing signal to the key crossing issues for intersection at Gwen Road pedestrians. and US 70. 7n Add a high visibility The intersection of N Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Scotswood Boulevard and crossing signal to the US 70 present key crossing intersection at N Scotswood issues for pedestrians. Boulevard and US 70. 7o Add a high visibility The intersection of NC Medium crosswalk and pedestrian 86 and NC 57 present crossing signal to the key crossing issues for intersection at NC 86 and pedestrians. NC 57. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 97 7p Add a high visibility The intersection of Orange Medium crosswalk and pedestrian High School Road and crossing signage to the Orange Middle School intersection at Orange High present key crossing issues School Road and Orange for pedestrians. Middle School entrance. 7q Add a high visibility The intersection of Orange Medium crosswalk and pedestrian High School Road and crossing signage to the Harold Latta Road present intersection at Orange High key crossing issues for School Road and Harold pedestrians. Latta Road. 7r Route school traffic along School traffic backs up Medium Holman Road towards the in both directions along back entrance of the school, Orange High School then to the car drop off and Road.Through traffic was pickup line. Exiting traffic observed passing through can then be routed out on the left lane at full speed, Orange High School Road. creating safety concerns. This route provides room Buses must pass in the left for a longer car queue that lane to get past the cars would not cause backups lined up on Orange High on through roads or block School Road and into the bus traffic.Alternately, bus lot. Construct a right-turn lane along Orange High School Road into the school if there is a strong desire to maintain the current travel pattern. 7s Construct a right-turn lane School traffic backs up Medium along Orange High School in both directions along Road into the school if Orange High School there is a strong desire to Road.Through traffic was maintain the current travel observed passing through pattern. the left lane at full speed, creating safety concerns. Buses must pass in the left lane to get past the cars lined up on Orange High School Road and into the bus lot. 7t Add traffic calming The high speeds and high Medium measures,such as reducing traffic volume along US 70 the speed limit from 45 presents a serious safety mph to 35 mph along US 70 threat for pedestrians and from Miller Road to NC 86. bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 98 7u Construct a sidewalk along The high speeds and Low 2013 Orange one side of NC 86 from traffic volumes and lack County SRTS Governor Burke Road to US of bicycle and pedestrian 70. infrastructure along NC 86 create barriers to safely walking and biking to school. 7v Construct a sidewalk along The high speeds and Low 2013 Orange one side of NC 57 from traffic volumes and lack County SRTS Governor Burke Road to US of bicycle and pedestrian 70. infrastructure along NC 57 create barriers to safely walking and biking to school. 7w Add a bicycle rack on There are no bicycle racks Low campus to promote biking on campus. to school. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 99 N 7u 7v ea Rocky In 61 o` O Shawnee Dr 5Ne 3G� o. Red FoxTrl 5 " v Willowbend Ln ' at a d Pi7e ti f •a- � o O<c o Q , - pa` ��r o �a oA�Nitta Dry � Orange H�iigh��S..ch,o��o Rd o Gatde 7d r g w 86 ° - p 7h Wo4r 70 71 7f aw CO 7w Ann Rd a 3 co ' 7j O 7s4 Ln� 7r Orange Mddle 7p J 7a Apple Ln R'Onh .Iv ' a w 7c: 7b ' u� ❑a Existing School Zone , t . 7n 0 Recommended Crosswalk and Signage O Recommended Right-Turn Lane Existing Sidewalks fiz n --- Recommended Bicycle Lane d --- Recommended Sidewalk StMa�SF` --- Recommended Paved Shoulder rt ` Recommended Path .4)f > Recommended School Traffic Route i 0 0.1 0.2 Miles Figure 4.7.Orange Middle Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 100 8 - Orange High School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Orange High. Figure 4.8 shows the recommended projects. Projects 7b-7i, 7k-7o, 7q, 7s-7u have also been identified for Orange High School. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need MTP Reference 8a Install no parking signs Drivers park on the side High along Orange High School of the road to avoid the Road to deter parents from afternoon car queue,then parking on the side of the make U-turns in the road road during afternoon pick to leave, creating safety up. concerns for students and other drivers. Students walk from the school to these cars,sometimes crossing the road. 8b Construct a sidewalk The lack of bicycle and Low along Governor Drive from pedestrian infrastructure Governor Burke Drive to in the Cameron Estates Harold Latta Road. neighborhood presents a barrier to students walking and biking to school. 8c Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Low Dairy Farm Drive from NC pedestrian infrastructure 57 to Governor Drive. in the Cameron Estates neighborhood presents a barrier to students walking and biking to school. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 101 Governor Burke Rd Cr Dr Red Fox Trl n = c hard v o 4- O J 8C Pad Ln acde� Harold Latta Dry �oc�C 8b t AW y Orange High sa 0 1 N -••�i -r:f � 3 Aa (1 0 Y 14 _ LJ Existing School Zone ` ® Recommended No Parking Sign — Existing Sidewalks r M -- Recommended Sidewalk h 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.8:Orange High Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 102 9 - Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Efland Cheeks Global Elementary. Figure 4.9 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need MTP Reference 9a Add school zone markings There is limited school High and signage along Fuller zone signage on Fuller Road. Road. 9b Add school zone markings There is limited school High and signage along Tinnin zone signage on Tinnin Road. Road. 9c Add school zone markings There is limited school High and signage along School zone signage on School House Road. House Road. 9d Construct sidewalks along Several students and High Fuller Road to increase parents are walking safety for current walkers. along Fuller Road with no sidewalks or bike lanes. 9e Construct sidewalks along Several students and High School House Road to parents are walking along increase safety for current School House Road with walkers. no sidewalks or bike lanes. 9f Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Medium Tinnin Road to fill in key pedestrian infrastructure infrastructure gaps. along Tinnin Road presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 9g Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Medium Richmond Road to fill in key pedestrian infrastructure infrastructure gaps. along Richmond Road key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 103 9h Construct a sidewalk The lack of bicycle and Medium along US 70 to fill in key pedestrian infrastructure infrastructure gaps. along US 70 presents key infrastructure gaps for cyclists and pedestrians. 9i Decrease the speed limit The speed limit along Medium to 35mph to promote safer Richmond Road is 45mph, conditions for pedestrians creating unsafe conditions for pedestrians. 9j Add a high visibility The intersection of Fuller Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Road and US 70 presents signage to the intersection a key crossing issue for at Fuller Road and US 70. pedestrians. 9k Add a high visibility The intersection of Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Fuller Road and School crossing sign to the House Road presents a intersection at Fuller Road key crossing issues for and School House Road. pedestrians. 91 Add a high visibility The intersection of Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Richmond Road and the crossing sign to the side entrance to Efland intersection at Richmond Cheeks Global Elementary Road and the school side presents a key crossing entrance. issues for pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 104 N y O Y O O_ 9 ELIckwalter Ln 0 co Gregg_St A.lice Hiller Ct o9c B�vi Q _V land Cheeks Park �' Efland Cheeks Global v Elementary o:,9e S 9g _ $ n �ya� 9i 0 9f a 91 9d Glenw n s 9d 9k Fuller Rd ® 9b 9h Q _. - - 70 Sanders Rd w i t C•J @7 E Existing School Zone ® Recommended School Zone Signage Q Recommended Crosswalk and Signage c 0 Existing Sidewalks -- Recommended Sidewalk 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.9:Efland Cheeks Global Elementary Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 105 10 - Gravelly Hill Middle School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Gravelly Hill Middle. Figure 4.10 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need IVITP Reference 10a Decrease the speed limit W Ten Road presents a Medium from 45 mph to 35 mph serious safety threat for within the school zone to pedestrians and bicyclists promote safer conditions for because of its high speeds pedestrians and traffic volume. 10b Extend the right-turn lane During the afternoon pick Medium further east. up,vehicles back up past the right-turn lane on W Ten Road. 10C Construct 4' paved The lack of bicycle Low DCHC MPO 2017 shoulders along W Ten and pedestrian CTP Road from Rock Quarry infrastructure along W Road to 1-85 Connector. Ten Road presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. 10d Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle Low W Ten Road to fill in key and pedestrian infrastructure gaps. infrastructure along W Ten Road presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. 10e Convert the existing The intersection at W Ten Low crosswalk to a high visibility Road and Gravelly Hill crosswalk and install Middle entrance presents pedestrian signage at this a key crossing issue for location. pedestrians.The crosswalk at this location often gets blocked by cars exiting and entering the school driveway. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 106 N Iasi' 1i ..� Gravelly Hill Middle , tr 10 b West Ten Rd loe �a lOd i gt- 4 �a �g may 0 Existing School Zone 0 Recommended Crosswalk and Signage Existing Sidewalks i - - Recommended Sidewalk --- Paved Shoulder Recommended Right-Turn Lane Extension 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.70:Gravelly Hill Middle Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 107 11 - Partnership Academy High School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Partnership Academy High. Figure 4.11 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation - Issue Addressed Need MTP Reference Ila Construct an on-road The lack of bicycle and Medium Hillsborough bicycle lane along US 70A pedestrian infrastructure CSP 2030; DCHC from S Chu rton Street to along US 70A presents a MPO 2017 CTP Lawrence Road. key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. llb Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Medium Hillsborough US 70A from S Churton pedestrian infrastructure CSP 2030; DCHC Street to Lawrence Road. along US 70A presents a MPO 2017 CTP key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. llc Construct a sidewalk along The lack of bicycle and Medium Corporate Drive from its pedestrian infrastructure terminus to Meadowlands along Corporate Drive. Drive presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. lld Install a high visibility The intersection at Medium crosswalk and pedestrian Corporate Drive and signage at this location. Meadowlands Drive presents a key crossing issue for pedestrians.The traffic along Meadowlands Drive coming from US 70 is free flowing at this intersection. Ile Add a bicycle rack on There are no bicycle racks Low campus to promote biking on campus. to school. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 108 V. N .. , m Qo N QUINNCY COn ,R 7 AGF,R p T S. 11 b 1 «� 70 Partnersh1191 a de y High° •,-�, 11e � , °• �s Meadowla_ nds r� r _ y 1� ® Existing School Zone 0 Recommended Crosswalk and Signage Existing Sidewalks ��,�*'�' , --- Recommended Bicycle Lane mob. Recommended Sidewalk " 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.71:Partnership Academy High Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 109 12 - River Park Elementary School The following set of recommendations have been developed for River Park Elementary. Figure 4.12 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need MTP Reference 12a Install a HAWK signal to The existing crosswalk High the existing crosswalk to on St Marys Road in front increase pedestrian visibility of River Park Elementary and safety of students is located next to the crossing. left-turn lane out of the school and experiences safety concerns, including vehicles blocking the crosswalk and limited line of sight for vehicles. 12b Disallow left turns out of the The existing crosswalk High school during the drop off on St Marys Road in front and pick up periods. of River Park Elementary is located next to the left-turn lane out of the school and experiences safety concerns, including vehicles turning left out of River Park Elementary while families are crossing the crosswalk. 12c Realign the skewed St Marys Road, Cameron Medium intersection to create better Street, and E King sight distance for vehicles Street meet at a stop and visibility for pedestrians. sign-controlled skewed intersection. Due to the unusual geometry of this intersection, is very difficult for pedestrians to cross. 12d Realign St Marys Road, St Marys Road exhibits Medium particularly the curve west irregular geometry of River Park Elementary,to and blind curves that create safer conditions for limits sight distance for vehicles and pedestrians. vehicles and visibility for pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 110 12e Install a high visibility The intersection at Medium crosswalk and HAWK signal St Marys Road and E across St Marys Road at its Tryon Road presents a intersection with E Tryon key crossing issue for Street. pedestrians. 12f Construct sidewalks The lack of bicycle and Medium along St Marys Road from pedestrian infrastructure Cameron Street to east of along St Marys River Park Elementary. Road presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. 12g Construct a buffered bicycle The lack of bicycle and Medium lane along St Marys Road pedestrian infrastructure from Cameron Street to US along St Marys 70. Road presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. 12h Construct sidewalks along The lack of bicycle and Medium Lydia Lane from Caine pedestrian infrastructure Street to St Marys Road. along Lydia Lane presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. 12i Construct sidewalks along The lack of bicycle and Medium E Queen Street from N pedestrian infrastructure Churton Street to Lydia along E Queen Lane. Street presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. 12j Construct sidewalks along The lack of bicycle and Medium N Cameron Street from pedestrian infrastructure E Queen Street to E King along Cameron Street. Street presents a key infrastructure gap for cyclists and pedestrians. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 111 12k Construct a greenway from The areas to the east, Medium Cameron Street to the east south, and west of through undeveloped land River Park Elementary to the southern side of River are underdeveloped Park Elementary. and underutilized for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure. 121 , Implement traffic calming There are multiple Medium measures, such as speed roadways in the area humps along Queen Street. that pose safety barriers for elementary student pedestrians and bicyclists. 12m Implement traffic calming There are multiple Medium measures,such as speed roadways in the area humps along Cameron that pose safety barriers Street. for elementary student pedestrians and bicyclists. 12n Implement traffic calming There are multiple Medium measures,such as raising roadways in the area the existing crosswalk on St that pose safety barriers Marys Road. for elementary student pedestrians and bicyclists. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 112 �- �► ►�'� w E Corbin SAhm t n LLJ Aff z.• BRIDGE'S Caine St 12h J lA y T = J z o' 12f m - E ..ween St z tMaNSRa 12i 5 12g 12a, 12b 12n, t Tryon-S 12e ,y 12m .12d _ "' x Ricer Park Elementary E King St 12k y r 0 - fir, v ! E ® Existing School Zone U Ln i O Recommended Crossing and Signage ",<f' ® Recommended No Left-Turn _g Recommended Speed Hump - - Existing Sidewalks Recommended Bicycle Lane --- Recommended Sidewalk Recommended Greenway 0 0.05 0.1 Miles � l Figure 4.72:River Park Elementary Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 113 13 - Pathways Elementary School The following set of recommendations have been developed for Pathways Elementary. Figure 4.13 shows the recommended projects. Project ID Recommendation Issue Addressed Need MTP Reference 13a Implement traffic calming Traffic travels faster than High measures,such as speed the posted speed limit cushions along Strouds of 25 mph along Strouds Creek Road. Creek Road. 13b Install a high visibility The intersection of Strouds High crosswalk and pedestrian Creek Road and the signage at the intersection school's eastern driveway of Strouds Creek Road presents a key crossing and the school's eastern issue for pedestrians. driveway to provide awareness to vehicles and safer crossing for pedestrians at this location. 13c Construct a sidewalk from There is no on-campus Medium the existing sidewalk to the sidewalk connecting from main school entrance. the existing sidewalk on Strouds Creek Road to the school. 13d Construct a sidewalk along Traffic is significant, and Low TARPO 2015 NC 57 from NC 86 to the speeds are high along the Bicycle and Orange County line. primary route to school, Pedestrian NC 57. Planning Framework; Orange County 2013 CTP Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 114 N /V � r i' A 's ❑ h !A iPafhways Elem�ry 13b S -_ trouds Cr 13a z.s,13c eek Rd x � �f :: : c. +.. '4 .. a F1M� L i ITT Eb F,p O,Q r Existing School Zone Recommended Crosswalk and Signage Recommended Speed Cushion — Existing Sidewalks -- Recommended Sidewalk x 0 0.05 0.1 Miles Figure 4.73:Pathways Elementary Recommendations Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 115 5. Program Recommendations In addition to the infrastructure recommendations described in the previous chapter, programming recommendations are also necessary to encourage and improve safety for students walking and biking to school.The following section describes non-infrastructure recommendations to promote safer active transportation to school. Promote School Bus Usage Schools should promote school bus usage as a safe and reliable mode of transportation to school. School buses are designed with specific safety features that make them one of the safest forms of transportation for students, including bright colors,flashing lights, and specialized training for drivers. The high volume of personal vehicles during school drop off and pick up increases the risk of accidents around schools. By promoting school bus usage, schools can mitigate this risk and create a safer environment for children walking or biking to school. School buses generally have their own entrance and parking lot at the school to further separate them from the high volume of personal vehicles. One of the main drawbacks to students traveling by school bus is that travel time can be significantly longer than those traveling by car.To further encourage school bus usage, schools should evaluate their bus routes to ensure routes are as efficient as possible. By doing so, it will reduce the average travel time to school and the amount of time spent on the bus, making it a more viable alternative. Schools should regularly educate students and parents about the importance of school bus safety. Programs that teach students proper bus safety—such as remaining seated, listening to the driver, and safely boarding and exiting—can reinforce the message that school buses are a secure and reliable form of transportation. Walking School Bus A walking school bus is an organized, group-based way for students to walk to school safely under adult supervision.Typically, one or more parents supervise the group of students along the route to school.The group follows a set route with scheduled stops, much like a traditional school bus route,where children can join or leave the group. A walking school bus promotes safety and comfortability with walking to school,while promoting health benefits. Students will learn safe walking practices, such as staying alert to surroundings, obeying traffic signals, and using crosswalks. Walking in a group allows children to be more visible to drivers, reducing the risk of traffic accidents. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 116 Schools should evaluate the desire for a walking school bus program by reaching out to parents and staff.Then a potential route can be identified that is safe for walking and has minimal traffic hazards. By walking together under the guidance of adults, a walking school bus provides a safe alternative to traditional school transportation. Safety Education Programs Safety education programs are a critical component of a SRTS plan.They equip students, parents, and staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to travel safely to and from school, whether by walking, biking, or driving. Pedestrian safety education should teach students the basics of safe walking practices,focusing on how to navigate streets, cross intersections, and recognize traffic signals. Schools should utilize classroom time, interactive games, or mock simulations to help children learn and practice these skills. Bicycle safety education should ensure students understand the rules of the road for cyclists and how to properly use their bikes. Education topics should include helmet usage, hand signals, inspecting brakes, tires, and chain, and understanding the blind spots of cars and buses. Schools should utilize classroom time and bike rodeos to teach students these skills. Driver safety education should educate drivers, including parents, staff, and community members, about how to drive safely around schools, pedestrians, and cyclists. Education topics should include reducing speed in school zones,yielding to pedestrians, stopping for school buses, and awareness of children's behaviors. Schools should work with local police or safety organization to post informational flyers, host community safety talks, and address key issues. Walking and Biking Incentive Programs Schools should encourage students to walk or bike to school by offering rewards, recognitions, and fun activities.These programs help foster a culture of active transportation while promoting physical activity, reducing traffic congestions, and increasing safety around schools. Schools should host monthly Walk or Bike to School Days where students are invited to walk or bike to school. On these days, schools can create a festive atmosphere by setting up tables and handing out snacks and badges for participation. Walking and biking contests can also be used to motive students to walk or bike to school more frequently. Schools should design competitions between classrooms or grades to track the number of trips walked and biked.Those with the highest numbers can then be awarded with trophies or special parties. Alternatively,the school can set a collective goal for all students and then reward all students with a special party once the goal has been achieved. Walking and biking incentive programs provide many health and safety benefits for students. Regular physical activity improves overall health and enhance mental well-being. When more students walk and bike to school, neighborhoods become more walkable and safer with less vehicular traffic.Through fun and engaging activities, these incentive programs help create a more active and safer school community. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 117 6. Funding Funding is a crucial part of any SRTS program, as it enables schools and communities to implement infrastructure improvements, education programs, and initiatives that promote safe travel for students. This section describes potential funding sources for the project and program recommendations described in this report. Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP):The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) administers the HSIP.This program provides funding for projects that reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries on public roads. HSIP requires states to use crash data to identify hazardous locations and key safety needs. Funds are allocated based on measurable outcomes like the reduction of fatalities or injuries. HSIP funds can be used to target areas around schools where pedestrian and cyclist traffic is high and where safety hazards like speeding, unsafe walking and biking conditions, and unsafe intersections exist. Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program: FHWA's STBG Program provides funding for projects that improve transportation safety, efficiency, and accessibility.These funds can be used for a variety of transportation projects, including constructing sidewalks and bike lanes, intersection improvements,turn lanes,traffic calming measures, and other pedestrian and cyclist safety improvements near schools. STBG funds can also be used for non-infrastructure projects such as planning and education efforts that promote transportation safety. Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program: FHWA's SS4A Program provides funding for projects that enhance road safety for all users and reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities. Funds may be used for infrastructure improvements, safety plans, and safety assessments. Carbon Reduction Program: FHWA's Carbon Reduction Program provide funding for projects that reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation options. Funding can be leveraged for SRTS projects that create more sustainable and low-emission transportation options. Carbon Reduction funds can be used for infrastructure improvements, as well as educational programs and incentives. North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Safe Routes to School Program: NCDOT provides funding, technical assistance, and resources for communities to plan and implement SRTS projects. SRTS funding may be used for infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects that create safer routes, reduce traffic congestion, and encourage safe and active transportation to school. Matching local funds are often required with SRTS grants. School District Budget: Schools can allocate a portion of their budget to support SRTS programs and infrastructure improvements. Funds may be used for installing bike racks, purchasing safety gears, or developing educational materials about pedestrian and cycling safety. School districts should establish a dedicated line item in the budget specifically for SRTS programs to ensure that funds are set aside for related activities and infrastructure. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 118 7. Implementation Successful implementation of the SRTS plan requires careful planning, coordination, and ongoing management to ensure that the proposed improvements and programs are effectively carried out.This section describes the near-term and long-term actions that are needed to implement the recommendations outlined in this plan. Plan Adoption:The first step in implementing the SRTS plan is to formally adopt the plan by relevant authorities. Orange County should present the plan to the Orange Unified Transportation Board (OUTBoard) for initial approval and adoption. Once OUTBoard adoption has been achieved, the plan should be adopted by the County Commissioners for County adoption.The SRTS plan should finally be presented for adoption by the DCHC MPO and the Town of Hillsborough. Transportation Plan Updates: Orange County and DCHC MPO should add the project recommendations to their Comprehensive Transportation Plan at the next update.The Town of Hillsborough should add the project recommendations to their Comprehensive Sustainability Plan at its next update. Establish a SRTS Champion: A SRTS Champion should be selected to facilitate implementation of the plan.This individual will be responsible for coordinating efforts, maintaining momentum, and ensuring long-term sustainability for the plan.The SRTS Champion coordinates and leads the SRTS meetings, builds partnerships, oversees the implementation of projects and programs, advocates for safety improvements, and engages the community.The SRTS Champion should have a passion for student safety and active transportation alternatives, possess strong leadership skills, be an effective communicator, and have the capacity for long-term commitment. Form SRTS Steering Committee: Once a SRTS Champion has been selected, a steering committee should be formed to oversee the implementation process. Committee members should be comprised of school administrations, local government officials, parents, students,teachers, and planners. Roles and responsibilities for committee members includes overseeing specific tasks, coordinating with stakeholders, creating a timeline for project and program recommendations, and developing a detailed budget for the costs. Engagement:The SRTS Steering Committee should work to involve parents, students, community leaders, and staff in engagement activities to gain and maintain support for SRTS initiatives. Engagement activities may include promoting SRTS activities on social media, school newsletters, and at community meetings. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 119 Funding: A funding plan should bed eve loped that includes grants to pursue, responsible party for grant writing, and timeline. Once this has been developed,the County can allocate budget to SRTS projects, as well as apply for funding through various federal and state programs. Evaluation: Metrics should be established to track the progress of implementation efforts, including monitoring the completion of infrastructure improvements, participation in educational programs, and changes in overall safety.These metrics will help assess the success of different approaches and identify areas for improvement. Based on the findings, make necessary adjustments and updates to the plan on a periodic basis. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 120 8. Resources American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 4th Edition. 2012. Retrieved from https://nidotlocalaidre.com/perch/resources/ aashto-gbf-4-2012-bicycle.pdf Greene Transportation Solutions & Greenways Incorporated. Safe Routes to School Strategic Action Plan for Orange County, North Carolina. 2013. Retrieved from https://www.orangecountync.gov/ DocumentCenter/View/4119/Adopted-Safe-Routes-to-School-SRTS-Plan-large-fi le-PDF North Carolina Department of Transportation and Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization. 2017 Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization Comprehensive Transportation Plan.Adopted November 2017. Retrieved from https://connect. ncdot.gov/projects/planning/Pages/CTP-Details.aspx?study_id=Durham-Chapel%20Hill-Carrboro North Carolina Department of Transportation. NCDOT Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) Mapping Application [map]. Last updated November 9, 2023. https://www.arcais.com/apps/ webappviewer/index.html?id=964881960f0549de8c3583bf46ef5ed4 (accessed June 12, 2024). North Carolina Department of Transportation. Orange County Comprehensive Transportation Plan.Adopted October 2013. Retrieved from https://connect.ncdot.gov/projects/planning/TPBCTP/ Ora nge%20County/OrangeCo_Report.pdf Town of Hillsborough. Comprehensive Sustainability Plan (2030).Adopted June 2023. Retrieved from https://assets.hillsboroughnc.goy/media/documents/public%omprehensive-sustainability- plan-full-plan.pdf North Carolina State University Institute for Transportation Research and Education. Operations Research and Education Laboratory. "Orange County Schools Out-of-Capacity Table". October 26, 2023. Triangle J Council of Governments.Triangle Area Rural Planning Organization Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Framework.Adopted August 2015. Retrieved from .https://centralpinesrpo.org/ wp-content/uploads/2024/01/TAR PO-Bicycle-Pedestrian-Framework-2015.pdf Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 121 9. Appendix Email Correspondence With Outreach Participants Dear Mr. Trivedi, Thank you for all your work at our Town and County level as Transportation Services Director. I attended the last council meeting that discussed "Safe Routes to School" and was impressed by everything your department is planing to do about the safety of student walkers to and from Cedar Ridge High School. I just wanted to comment on what I think can be done immediately to improve traffic and a particular issue in front of the school.There is a turn lane in front of Cedar Ridge and Grady Brown Elementary School. Some kids cross Grady Brown School Road while traffic is "intense" during drop off and pick up.At the same time, cars are turning in and out of Cedar Ridge High School onto Grady Brown Road.The traffic as you may know is erratic and many cars thatjust want to drive through (not picking anyone from the schools) speed straight through heading west on Grady Brown road. I have noticed that the reason these cars can speed through, is because they can get onto the turning lane and avoid the slow cars or stopped traffic turning into Cedar Ridge. My thought, is to simply cut that turning lane short (even blocking it with cones) so that cars don't get onto it to continue to go (speed) through going west on Grady Brown Road. I think this can improve the traffic issues in three very distinctive ways: Can increase the safety of kids crossing the street between the two schools. As it would reduce speeds and improve visibility for cars to notice kids crossing. Or to simply slow down! Improve the visibility of cars as people are exiting from Cedar Ridge onto Grady Brown as the turn east onto it. It is very hard to turn left as you exit Cedar Ridge because it is hard to see the incoming traffic. Specially when cars get on the median turning lane and are blocked by the incoming traffic that is turning into the school. Slow down overall traffic and reduce some of the erratic driving that occurs. Specially, deterring people from doing U-turns on the median turning lane. Coincidentally, today I saw a patrol car with their lights on exactly where I'm suggesting we cut the turning median lane short, and the police officer didn't even have to direct traffic. He was inside the patrol car! Please see attached for an arial pictured with marked suggested block highlighted in red. Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 122 Thanks again for your time. I'm sure that your department has looked into this in much better traffic best practices than I have. But I hope my testimony can help your efforts at the very least help your efforts in one way or another. P.S.: One more thing while I'm at it, putting no parking (or not drop offs) signs on Grady Brown in front of Cedar Ridge would be helpful. M gored M 4M �7� T CS'1 Cb �w6� do - -- - - F I. Once again, thank you for your time. Luis Hernandez Hillsborough Resident Safe Routes to School Orange County,North Carolina 123 N O N LLI W F- IL W ORANGE TRANSPORTATION COUNTY GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT COUNTY NoKm CALIQLLNA PUBLIC TRANSIT OrangeCounty Item 5.c. Subject: Transportation Multimodal Plan (TMP) Attachment: Public Involvement Summary Prioritization Methodology Final TMP Prioritized List and Maps PURPOSE: To recommend approval of Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan (TMP). BACKGROUND: WSP and Orange County have completed the County's TMP. It focuses on the unincorporated portions of Orange County and consolidates all approved transportation related plans, projects and programs into a single plan. WSP conducted a public involvement summary (Attachment 1) in accordance with the approved scope of work. Public Involvement: • Website launch (April 3) • Promotional outreach (April 9) • Public survey (April 9— May 3): https://www.surveyhero.com/c/orangeCtvTMP • Public Meetings (April 23 and 25) They also created a unique County specific prioritization methodology (Attachment 2) to help organize all the projects and determine — analytically — in what order they should be pursued. This unique Orange County Prioritization honors the goals and objectives documented in the approved plans like the two Metropolitan Transportation Plan and three Comprehensive Transportation Plans in Orange County. It also takes into account those documented in locally adopted plans like the County's Strategic Plan, and Access Management Plans (e.g. Collector Street Plans). Methodology: • Bike/Ped Prioritization — Residential/Employment Density, Access to Schools, Points of Interest, Recreational Spaces, Bus Stops, Connect Disjointed Parts • Transit Prioritization — Increase local service, increase reginal service, Improve access to jobs/schools, Areas of high density, Points of interest, Access to hospitals • Highway Modernization— Improve access and connectivity, manage congestion, Improve Fright movement • Highway Mobility—Improve access and connectivity, manage congestion, Improve freight movement • Other Criteria influencing Prioritization — Environmental Justice, Safety, Cost, Multimobility OCTS Director presented this plan on July 10th and August 19th to the Orange Unified Transportation (OUTBoard) and collected feedback. All feedback has been incorporated into the 600 Hwy 86 N - Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278 Phone (919)245-2008 - Fax (919) 732-2137 orangecountync.gov/transportation plan. Orange County Transportation Services requests the Transportation Advisory Services and OUTBoard recommend the County's TMP be approved by the Board of County Commissioners. TAS Recommendation: [placeholder] FINANCIAL IMPACT: No financial impact at this time. Projects identified in the SRTP are pursued through variety of financial resources including and not limited to: Federal Transit Administration grants, North Carolina Department of Transportation, Metropolitan and Rural Planning Organizations resources and the 2022 County Transit Plan Update. ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN:This item supports: • GOAL 4: MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION OBJECTIVE 1. Identify priorities and resources necessary to implement the Orange County Transit Plan. OBJECTIVE 2. Increase community awareness of all modes of transportation including transit, bike and pedestrian, vehicle, and all other modes. OBJECTIVE 3. Support road projects that address congestion and reduce commute time using the County' s Complete Streets policy. OBJECTIVE 4. Coordinate transit investments with municipal and county land use planning to reduce vehicle miles travelled and to provide more equitable access to shopping, employment, medical centers, college campuses, etc. OBJECTIVE 6. Update transportation related plans to provide more multi- modal options including rural Orange County. ACTION: Recommend Board of County Commissioners approve the Orange County TMP with Safe Routes to School and Short Range Transit Plan. ORANGE Transportation Multimodal Plan - Public Engagement Summary Introduction In April 2024,the Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan (TMP) study team lead a public engagement campaign to gather community input on multimodal improvements.The team used various methods of outreach to inform residents and stakeholders about the plan and encourage participation in the study survey —the primary tool for collecting public feedback.Two public open house meetings allowed the community to review multimodal improvements, engage one-on-one with study team members, and provide feedback in person.This document outlines the public engagement tactics used and summarizes public input received from the study survey. Promotional Materials & Outreach The study team utilized a variety of promotional tools and outreach strategies to inform the public about the study, promote the survey, and garner participation for public meetings. Both print and digital means were necessary to promote the study to the public who use the corridor frequently and to the public who may receive information mostly from digital sources.These tools included a study specific webpage, social media, an e-blast, and a press release.A copy of the promotional materials can be found in Appendix A. Website The study webpage, hosted on Orange County's website at www.orangecountVnc.gov/3349/Transportation-Multimodal-Plan, houses a study overview and serves to provide project updates, contact information, and publicize engagement opportunities.The webpage also includes a link to the study survey and facilitates access to past transportation projects through its location on the County website. Orange County used its social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram,X (Twitter), and Linkedln to share two posts about the plan and its public engagement opportunities.The posted content included a study announcement, reminders for each public meeting, and a call to participate in the survey before it closed. Public Engagement Summary Public Open House Meeting Public meetings were a key component of the engagement plan. Orange County held two open house style workshops,the first on Tuesday, April 23 at Whiffed Building in Hillsborough, and the second on Thursday, April 25 at Southern Human Services Building in Hillsborough. Members of the community were invited to stop by and view display boards that presented the multimodal improvements and speak with study team members who were available to explain the plans, answer questions, and collect public input.The open house format of these meetings allowed participants to review the information at their own pace. When they arrived, attendees were asked to sign in, provide their contact information, and were encouraged to take the online study survey. Four participants attended the first meeting, and two attended the second. There were five display boards exhibited at each public 2 s'o - meeting; the boards are shown as figures 16 through ��.,�.. 22 in Appendix B. Participants were greeted with an introduction board by the check-in table which ' _ T7 - explained the TMP, its context, and presented a QR code for the online survey. The second boardit displayed a map of roadway projects, including congestion/mobility improvements, new developments, and other improvements.The third board showed a map of bicycle and pedestrian projects with new routes for bicycle paths, sidewalks, multi-use Figure 1. Welcome station at the first public meeting paths, and bicycle and pedestrian bridges.The fourth board presented a map of transit and rail projects that included fixed guideways,fixed bus corridors, Amtrak stations, and park and ride lots. The fifth and final board offered an engagement activity that asked participants how they would allocate$100 of funding to transportation.The engagement board contained three boxes that represented roadway, pedestrian and bicycle, and transit and rail improvement projects.Attendees were given ten stickers with a hypothetical value of$10 each and were asked to distribute their stickers among the three categories however they wished.This activity emulated questions from the online survey and allowed the Figure 2.Residents reviewing study team to capture additional data about which areas of recommendation maps improvement the community valued most. Figure 3 below shows the activity board and its results. During the first meeting there were four participants,two of whom completed the sticker activity. Bicycle and pedestrian projects received the most support, with $100, followed by roadway projects at$60, and transit and rail projects at$40. One participant added an additional sticky note comment that read "NC complete streets is highway biased but allows DOT to help pay for bike/ped". Public Engagement Summary ORANGE COUNTY NORTH CAROUNA - +' If you had $100 dollars to spend, how much would you spend on the three types of transportation improvements included in the TMP? owl Use ten sticker dots none dot = $10) and place them in the boxes below to show how you would fag prioritize the funding. Roadway Transit&Rail Bicycle&Pedestrian pp Projects Projects Projectstf Have any additional comments?Write them on a stickie note and place them below. rL """MgM My,�kr aresn sor 70 www.orangecountync.gov/TMP Figure 3.Prioritization activity public meeting board Public Engagement Summary Survey Results & Public Input The online survey was the primary tool for collecting feedback on community priorities and goals about multimodal improvements.The survey period ran from April 9 to May 3, 2024.The survey included four sections: prioritization of all transportation modes, questions about specific modes, a section for open comment, and optional demographic questions.The survey captured 101 participants and 48 open comments. Prioritization of All Transportation Modes The survey's first section asked participants how they would allocate funding to highway, bicycle and pedestrian, and transit and rail improvement projects if they had $100 to spend. Participants were able to distribute the sum however they chose among the three categories of multimodal improvements. 99 participants completed this activity. • Bicycle and pedestrian improvements received the most hypothetical funding with $3,717. • Transit and rail improvements received the second most at$3,550. • Roadway improvements received the least at$2,633. Questions About Specific Modes The second section of the survey sought to understand what the community's top priorities are within each of the three categories of transportation improvement projects. Participants were asked to select their top priorities in each category from a list of proposed improvements. Roadway improvements priorities (101 responses) Manage congestion through technology solutions and roadway design 84 Improve access and connectivity 64 Improve pavement condition 37 Improvement freight movement efficiency = 9 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Figure 4.Roadway improvements priorities Public Engagement Summary Bicycle and pedestrian improvements priorities (101 responses) Connect disjointed parts of existing network 78 Provide access to points of interest(Civic,shopping, hospitals,etc.) 65 Provide access to schools(K through 12) 50 Serve regions with dense residential and employment 49 centers Provide access to bus stops 45 Increase access to recreational spaces 42 Improve Existing Pavement Condition 26 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Figure 5.Bicycle and pedestrian improvement priorities Transit improvements priorities (97 responses) Increase local service(within County) 63 Improve access to points of interest(Civic,shopping, recreation,etc.) 50 Increase regional service(outside of County) 46 Improve access to jobs/schools 44 Improve access to hospitals/medical facilities 40 Serve areas with higher density 26 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Figure 6. Transit improvements priorities Open Comment The third section asked participants to share any other comments or questions about how projects should be prioritized.There were 48 written comments submitted. Responses were assigned themes based on what the comment focused on, with six main theme groups identified. Most comments were assigned to multiple theme groups. Several theme groups incorporate subgroups to enhance data visualization; these are described below.The comments can be read in Appendix C. Public Engagement Summary Open Comment Themes Accessibility 3% • Bicycle/Pedestrian RoadwayTransit Fe FFF FFFF Imr • . Figure 7. Open comment themes Bicycle & Pedestrian: Comments that mention bicycle and/or pedestrian paths and facilities. Most comments specify a need for improved or additional bicycle and pedestrian paths, with a majority emphasizing safety as a top priority. Responses in this category identified a need for connecting disjointed parts of the existing bicycle/pedestrian network and improving access to points of interest, particularly in under-served areas. • Against Bicycle:Two comments opposed bicycle lanes in rural areas and busier country access roads. Transit: Comments mentioning transit-related improvements such as expanded bus routes and stops, enhanced local and regional transit connectivity, and a desire for new modes of transportation like light rail, bus rapid transit (BRT), and rideshare. • Against Transit:Three comments opposed transit.Two commenters suggested that busses and trains are not a worthwhile investment for the county due to low ridership, and one declared that they didn't want a bus line in their neighborhood. Roadway Improvements: Statements pertaining to roadway design and traffic management. An example is "Widen two lane roads that have become major commuting arteries. Housing developments continue Public Engagement Summary to be established with no corresponding improvements in local,two-lane roads" One comment opposed any new road capacity. Local Connectivity: Comments that support bolstering and expanding the transportation network within Orange County. Central themes in this category highlight a communal desire for safer bicycle and pedestrian paths, new sidewalks, and expanded service routes for public transit,with a focus on connecting people to points of interest, schools and jobs, and linking disjointed parts of the network. Regional Connectivity: Comments that support expansion of regional transit services to areas outside of Orange County. All comments in this category include interest in transit that connects Orange County to the Research Triangle, with several also showing interest in connectivity with adjacent counties, such as Chatham County. Accessibility: Comments mentioning a need for improved accessibility for seniors and people with disabilities. An example of such is "You should be making it easier for seniors and disabled to access necessary services." Optional Demographic Questions The end of the survey included optional demographic questions to help the study team understand the survey participants. Figures 4-10 show the results of those demographic questions. Age (98 responses) 45-64 40 65 or older 33 30-44 18 Prefer not to answer 4 18-29 3 Less than 18 0 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 Figure 8.Age Public Engagement Summary Total Household Income (98 responses) $150,000 or greater 31 $50,000-$99,999 24 $100,000-$149,999 17 Prefer not to answer 111111111111110 15 $25,000-$49,999 8 Less than$25,000 3 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 Figure 9. Total household income Gender (99 responses) Female 59 Male 34 Prefer not to answer 5 Non-Binary/Third gender ■ 1 Prefer to self-describe 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Figure 10.Gender Race (99 responses) 1%�I �3% ■Asian-1 ■American Indian/Alaskan Native-0 ■Black/African American-3 ■Native Hawaiian/Pacific Island-0 ■White-81 ■Prefer not to answer-14 Figure 11.Race Public Engagement Summary Ethnicity (98 responses) Not Hispanic/Latino 82 Prefer not to answer 14 Hispanic/Latino ' 2 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Figure 12.Ethnicity Disability (99 responses) No 76 Yes 16 Prefer not to answer 7 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 Figure 13.Disability How Did You Hear About This Survey? (99 responses) Email 59 Word of mouth 13 Other 9 Orange County website 9 Social media 4 News article 3 Municipal building ■ 1 Community event ■ 1 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 Figure 14.How participants discovered the survey Public Engagement Summary Appendix A. Promotional Materials Press Release Nishith Trivedi FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orange County Transportation Services (919) 245-2007 ntrivedi@orangecountync.gov ORANGE COUNTY REQUESTS INPUT ON TRANSPORTATION MULTIMODAL PLAN Orange County, N.C. Orange County announces the launch of its Transportation Multimodal Plan (TMP), a comprehensive initiative aimed at addressing the diverse transportation needs of the community. Consolidating over 30 plans and ordinances from various transportation agencies operating within the county,the TMP presents a unified platform to strategize and prioritize transportation projects effectively. What is the Transportation Multimodal Plan? The Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan (TMP) is a visionary framework integrating various transportation modes to establish a cohesive and interconnected system. By pooling together recommendations and regulations from multiple entities,the TMP offers a countywide perspective on transportation initiatives.This plan identifies gaps within Orange County's unincorporated areas and proposes strategies to ensure equitable access to transportation resources for all communities. Key Objectives of the TMP • Consolidate all the recommendations from the adopted transportation plans • Develop a method for prioritizing transportation projects based on factors such as cost, impacts, needs, and benefits. • Create an action plan outlining steps for the implementation of prioritized projects. Project Area and Stakeholders The project area encompasses all of Orange County's unincorporated areas and involves collaboration with several transportation agencies, including: • Durham Chapel Hill Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization (DCHC MPO) • Burlington-Graham Metropolitan Planning Organization (BGMPO) • Triangle Area Regional Planning Organization (TARPO) • North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Division 7 and Region D • City of Mebane • Town of Hillsborough • Town of Carrboro • Town of Chapel Hill Public Engagement Summary Community Engagement Orange County emphasizes the importance of community involvement in shaping the TMP. Residents, businesses, and stakeholders are encouraged to participate in the planning process by providing feedback and attending public meetings.To facilitate engagement,two identical in-person public workshops will be held on: • Tuesday, April 23rd,from 4:00—7:00 pm at Whitted Building Main Conference Room, 300 W Tryon Street Hillsborough, NC 27278 • Thursday,April 25th,from 4:00—7:00 pm at North Campus- Multipurpose and Board Room, 1020 US 70, Hillsborough, NC 27278 Can't Attend In Person?An online version of the survey is available until May 3, accessible through https://www.surveyhero.com/c/orangeCtVTMP. For inquiries or further information about the Transportation Multimodal Plan, please contact Nishith Trivedi, Orange County Transportation Services Director, at ntrivedi@orangecountync.gov. Join us in shaping the future of transportation in Orange County! E-Blast Content Email Subject Line: Provide Input on the Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan Email Body: Orange County is excited to invite you to participate in shaping the future of transportation in our community! We're launching our Transportation Multimodal Plan (TMP), a comprehensive initiative to address diverse transportation needs across Orange County. What is the TMP? The TMP integrates various transportation modes to create a cohesive and interconnected system, consolidating over 30 plans and ordinances from multiple agencies. It identifies gaps in unincorporated areas and proposes strategies for equitable access to transportation resources. Get Involved: Join us at one of our two identical in-person public workshops: • Tuesday,April 23rd,from 4:00—7:00 pm at Whitted Building Main Conference Room, 300 W Tryon Street Hillsborough, NC 27278 • Thursday, April 25th, 4:00—7:00 pm, North Campus- Multipurpose and Board Room, 1020 US 70, Hillsborough, NC 27278 Can't make it in person?Share your input through the online version of the survey until May 3 [Insert Link Here]. For more details, contact Nishith Trivedi, Orange County Transportation Services Director, at ntrivedi@orangecountync.gov. Join us in shaping Orange County's transportation future! Public Engagement Summary Social Media Content } WHITTED BUILDING—DONNAS.BAKER MEETINC ROOM Tuesday,April 23 � 300 W Tryon Street Hiftboroagb.NC 4-7pm BONNIE B.DAY 15 AGRICULTURAL CENTER Thursday,April 25 1020 U570,W15borough,NC 4-7pm M~' .N rr •r Learn more at ' ORANGE orangecountync.govlTMP COUNTY0. ,��N(WJ'1L CAROL INh Figure 15.Social media graphic Date Content April 15 & Orange County wants to hear your thoughts on the future of transportation April 22 in unincorporated areas of the county.Attend in-person workshops on April 24 or April 25 to weigh in on the Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan. www.orangecountync.gov/tmp April 22 Orange County wants to hear your thoughts on the future of transportation in unincorporated areas of the county.Attend in-person workshops on April 24 or April 25 to weigh in on the Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan. www.orangecountync.gov/tmp You can take the online version of the survey now until May 3: https://www.surveyhero.com/c/OrangeCtyTMP Public Engagement Summary Appendix B. Public Meeting Materials ORANGE COUNTY Welcome! NORTH CAROLINA Welcome to the Public Workshop for the Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan Over the past few years, various transportation agencies with jurisdiction within Orange County have adopted more than 30 plans and ordinances.This plan aims to consolidate the recommendations and regulations from all these plans to one single platform to allow a more cohesive and strategic approach to addressing multimodal needs and prioritizing projects. The purpose of tonight's workshop is for the community to learn about the planned projects and collect feedback that will help guide how projects will be prioritized. V Walk around to each display board to learn more about the proposed solutions and talk with staff members. I im Provide your feedback on our survey by scanning the QR code for the online survey or request a paper survey at the sign-in table. ti• What is a Transportation Multimodal Plan? The Transportation Multimodal Plan (TMP) integrates various transportation modes to create a balanced system,consolidating projects from existing plans for a countywide perspective. It aims to address gaps in transportation access in unincorporated areas,ensuring equity.The TMP will prioritize projects based on factors like cost and benefits,creating an action plan for implementation. TheTMP looks at projects that are planned within the unincorporated areas of Orange County. Note that the plans consolidated into the Orange CountyTMP are developed and adopted by other government agencies. For questions and comments about specific plans and projects, please contact those agencies directly. www.orangecountync.gov/TMP Figure 16. Welcome public meeting board Public Engagement Summary ORANGE COUNTY • • Projects NORTH CAROUNA Highway Projects N —Access Management/Operations,Improve Other,New Location —Congestion/Mohi ity,Improve —Undetermined,Improve -•Congestion/Mobility,New Location -•Undetermined,New Location —Modernization,Improve O Interchange/Intersection/Overpass,Improve Other,Improve •Interchange I Intersection/Overpass,Mew Location ---------- ------- --------- Y9 JE 15 u � i 'tea E a, ve.�Mrc� v'r m a M 8 5� -M—_m 4 n+ro.i an ------------------ ------------- ---------------- 6yL A °b Figure 17.Roadway projects public meeting board Public Engagement Summary ORANGE o CAROLRTHINlvey Bicycle & Pedestrian Projects Bicycle&Pedestrian Projects V "'cycle,Proposed --Bicycle and Pedestrian,Proposed —Multiuse Path,Proposed —Pedestrian,proposed Bi(ycle and Pedestrian Bridge,Proposed -----------___.._ N r am B 1-0 u, A 57 10 ell ® —'---- Im IMP — �,W ;° �. r 4 ^ --��- V_ - n131ebreupF i w a ©n ® 8 r Em J m\m.. } m ® III Tim— g � ��-• l cam; _..�- a! ------ - ~Yv - Lr7 ft:7 Figure 18.Bicycle&pedestrian projects public meeting board Public Engagement Summary ORANG COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA Transit & Rail Projects Transit&Rail Projects N --Fixed guideway,Proposed Regional fixed bus corridor,Proposed —Rural fixed bus corridor,Proposed —Urban fixed bus corridor,Proposed —Undetermined,Proposed fE Amtrak Station,Proposed """'----- ---- --- el Park and Ride Lot,Proposed o D Other,Proposed - a a N�mrc Aga €E go Gs ��xpae �$ Qo 6 p $ M W g =1 >p.m m r ® pii N � 3 r 1 Figure 19. Transit&rail projects public meeting board Public Engagement Summary M--- Help Us ORANGE COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA L Prioritize Projects! If you had $100 dollars to spend, how much would you spend on the three types of transportation improvements included in the TMP? Use ten sticker dots (one dot = $10) and place them in the boxes below to show how you would prioritize the funding. Roadway Transit&Rail Bicycle&Pedestrian Projects Projects Projects Have any additional comments?Write them on a stickie note and place them below. www.orangecountync.gov/TMP Figure 20.Engagement public meeting board Public Engagement Summary Orange County Transportation ORANGE COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA Multimodal The Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan(TMP) is a strategic framework that integrates various modes of transportation to create a balanced and interconnected system.It consolidates projects and programs from existing plans,providing a countywide perspective on transportation initiatives.By identifying gaps in the unincorporated areas of the county and providing recommendations to address underserved communities,theTMP aims to ensure equitable access to transportation resources across Orange County. The TMP will ultimately develop a method for prioritizing projects based on factors such as cost, impacts,needs,and benefits,and will create an action plan that outlines the steps to implement the prioritized projects. The project area includes all of Orange County's unincorporated areas and includes projects developed by the following transportation agencies: • Durham Chapel Hill Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization(DCHC MPO) • Burlington-Graham Metropolitan Planning Organization(BGMPO) • Triangle Area Regional Planning Organization (TARPO) • North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Division 7 and Region D • City of Mebane • Town of Hillsborough • Town of Carrboro • Town of Chapel Hill Roadway Projects There are 97 roadway and highway projects planned in the study area.Roadway projects include intersection and interchange improvements,new bridges/overpass locations. Transit & Rail Projects There are 34 transit and rail projects planned in the study area.These projects include mostly new transit routes such as rural fixed bus corridors,commuter rail transit,bus rapid transit invested,express buses,and other improvements that serve existing transit routes. Bicycle & Pedestrian Projects There are over 220 bicycle and pedestrian projects planned throughout the study area.The projects include on-road bike paths/lanes,paved shoulder,pedestrian bridge,greenways, multiuse paths,new and improvements to existing sidewalks,and off-road paths. Figure 21.Engagement handout page 1 Public Engagement Summary _ ------------ -- ----- Project Area Over the past few years, 6z � 49 57 _119 86 various transportation 57 agencies with jurisdiction within Orange County have 49, Sol` adopted more than 30 plans and ordinances.This ' 57 plan aims to consolidate 86 the recommendations and regulations from all these A, _ I 70 plans to one single M157 �► platform to allow a more cohesive and strategic 70 Sol approach to addressing 5 multimodal needs and 86 147 16 prioritizing projects. 54; I Get Involved! = 15 Community engagement -- is vital to the success of gz ' 86 7J r theTMP.We encourage �- 54 55 residents,businesses, ^/ �s; and stakeholders to - provide feedback,attend Figure 1.Project Extent _--- ---------- public meetings,and Counties Streams Planning Organizations stay informed.Your input —Interstate Municipalities Burlington Graham N 87 US Route C_ Carrboro MPO will help shape the n -NC Route Chapel Hill ODurham Chapel Hill future of transportation o 2 4Miles State&Local Routes -Hillsborough CarrboroMPO Triangle Area RPO in Orange County. I Railroad Mebane Take Our Online ❑ ❑ An online versionof .• - until May 3. Scan the QR or request a paper survey to provide feedback r X that will help guide how projects will be prioritized. To learn more, and find other way to stay informed, visit our website at: ORANCit WUNTY www.orangecountync.gov/TMP NORTH CAROLINA Figure 22.Engagement handout page 1 Public Engagement Summary Appendix C. Survey Open Comments Please note that comments have not been edited to correct spelling, grammar, or syntax errors. D. you have any other comments or questions about how projects should We need more transparency about services available and how it's funded, also it is vital that outreach includes people that live in Cedar Grove and in rural parts of Orange county where wi-fi is not good. Sending letters in the mail to the seniors that use transportation for lunch would be way to ensure that their voices are heard. Senior Accessibility Greenways, greenways, greenways. I want to see Hillsborough and Orange County interconnect its neighborhoods and towns via Greenways that allow bicycle and pedestrian traffic access as viable transportation options for interested individuals. For Bike/Ped More access to the elderly in rural areas of the county. Senior Accessibility On March 27th I was on the OCT bus at 10:15am. I disembarked in Chapel Hill and waited for the GoTriangle van to Morrisville where I had a medical appointment. The Dr was busy and I almost missed the van to make the return trip where I reached home at 6:21. 1 can't do this Senior Accessibility; repeatedly. You should be making it easier for seniors and disabled to Local/Regional access necessary services. Develop sensibilities. Connectivity No more 4 way stops, round a bouts, replace all the old 4 way stops with round a bouts. Stop putting bike "roads" on highly used country access roads. I.E. Roadway Design; Against dairyland rd, rocky ridge, Bicycle Top priority should be providing regional rail and Bus Rapid transit to where the jobs are. That would be RTI, Durham and Raleigh. The existing highways 40 and 85 are at capacity now and will only get worse. We have a rail line that goes from Raleigh to Charlotte let's use it For Transit; Local/Regional _provide transportation to the Research Triangle area. Connectivity More money needs to be spent on bike/ped projects including connectivity between Chapel Hill and Hillsborough. Also need more walkable (greenways,footpaths,whatever) connectivity within those places. Bottom line- less money for roads, more money for bike/ped (and light/commuter rail). For Bike/Ped My transportation priority would be light rail within Orange County and Local/Regional connectivity to the Triangle Connectivity; For Transit It is important to bring fast rail service to all the metropolitan areas. For Transit; Local/Regional Would love a train to Raleigh downtown! Connectivity Public Engagement Summary I understand that certain roads/projects require working together with the state DOT. I'd rather see you put effort into making much needed projects happen even if it requires continuous effort with the state, than accomplishing the low-hanging fruit. I just feel like every improvement happens in the historic district! I know that is a generalization but every time I see a person walking in the weeds along South Churton Street, often in their fast food uniform, I feel angry. And I love bike trails and the riverwalk but I just feel angry about the new ridge trail because it seems like you always do the projects that serve the wealthy neighborhoods. I live near an unsafe intersection and I've been running across it for 17 years now to get to the pharmacy, bus stop, dentist, and vet (with my cat!) and it seems like surely something could have happened by now. Sorry I know it is probably not your fault but I'm aging and it's depressing to think I'll probably be dead before I get my crosswalk :( Also, there are SO MANY MEETINGS. I try to go to them but no matter how many I go to, another one comes along and I wonder if my previous input still counts or if I need to spend more time going to another one. And this week I have jury duty so I think I'm going to have For Pedestrian; Local to skip these! Connectivity Senior Accessibility; Local Increase service area of the easy rider van service for the elderly. Connectivity All new residential developments should be serviced by and integrated with transit and bicycle routes For Bike/Ped; For Transit Prioritize safe bicycle lanes and crosswalks For Bike/Ped I would like more bus stops. Particularly at heritage hills and smith level rd intersections. I would also like a bike lane on smith level road all the way in to Chapel Hill For Bike/Ped; For Transit Rural Connectors are a critical improvement for Orange County, buses, For Bike/Ped; For Transit; bike lanes and safe walking path are not too much to ask. Local Connectivity Expanded bus/transit routes and more bike lanes would go a long way to make this amazing town even better. Local Connectivity I think the quality of roads in the county is great. Keep that up! Make sure you're including improvements that will help underserved populations, people without transportation that need access to grocery stores and pharmacies, etc...That should be#1 priority. Also, help create a greenway out of the rail line that goes from the UNC CoGen facility through Carrboro and up to Brumley Nature Preserve: https:Hchapelboro.com/news/local-government/carrboro-commits-to- new-co-gen-rail-line-project! Local Connectivity I'd like for Heritage Hills to be connected to the Local Connectivity; For county/Carrboro/Chapel Hill public transportation and/or ride service Transit Need a bus stop or two on Mt. Carmel Church Road that provides access to UNC hospital and campus. Local Connectivity I absolutely do not want a bus line coming to my neighborhood Against Transit Public Engagement Summary I mainly completed this survey as an opportunity to advocate for bike and pedestrian infrastructure around the southern gateway to CH. Connecting the sidewalks south of the Chatham county line up to the southern community park and adding pedestrian/bike lanes on smith level road would greatly improve public safety and access to community resources (including the park and ride on 15-5015).Thanks for For Bike/Ped; Local considering community input. Connectivity I live in Heritage Hills where there is no access to public transportation and no sidewalks on Smith Level, making it dangerous to walk to the nearby service station or to Walmart or really anywhere outside of the neighborhood. Sidewalks on Smith Level would make a huge difference, For Transit; For Pedestrian; as would a bus stop nearby. Local Connectivity I would like to ask that you consider more public transit and safe bikeway options for southern and southwestern Chapel Hill.As more development happens in northern Chatham, southwest CH is becoming more congested and dangerous for bikers. I would also ask that you consider a bus stop near Transplanting Traditions Farm,to help the Local/Regional refugee community that uses that space. Connectivity I would love to see sidewalks along secondary busy roads like West 10 from Buckhorn to Gravelly Hill Middle School and to Mt. Willing Road, Full disclosure: For Bike/Ped Add proper bike lanes where everyone sees large bike use, such as up Fayetteville Road heading towards Mapleview farm, over University Lake(tones Ferry Road), Old Greensboro Hwy, and Homestead Road. For Bike/Ped No new road capacity Against Roadway how many people actually use pubic transportation? Do they pay? How much is the county/state losing every year on empty busses/trains? Against Transit Orange County should ban all new housing developments until road infrastructure is developed and deployed. Too much traffic through down town and we keep adding more housing but not expanding roads to support the traffic flow. Roadway Traffic I would like to see a long-term effort to add bike lanes when roads are improved. It will take a sustained commitment to add lanes as roads are updated, but over time the cycling network will expand. Certain roads such as Cole Mill into Durham and the road to Orange Middle and High are quite dangerous for cyclists or pedestrians, and there is no connectivity to places such as Food Lion or shopping downtown that make the region safe for either pedestrians or cyclists. I would love to see our region commit to foot and bike traffic with safe ways to travel other than cars. I would ride my bike regularly to Hillsborough or from my county home into Durham... if there was a safe way to do so. Right now there is not.The kids can't even go safely to their schools because For Bike/Ped; Local there are no sidewalks. Connectivity Public Engagement Summary Safe pedestrian and bike passage, especially along Smith Level,Jones Ferry, and Mt. Carmel Church Rds. out past municipal limits (which would provide access to Carrboro HS, Culbreth MS, Scroggs ES,Town of Carrboro,Town of Chapel Hill, hospital, and bus routes along for folks in Dogwood Acres, Heritage Hills, Bayberry, and even out towards the Walmart). There seems to be a disconnect esp. in that part of the County which still has pockets of dense subdivision development between municipal and county transportation planning-Town knows they're not municipal residents and services stop at town lines, County assumes needs are met by proximity to municipality. However, those residents are served by municipal schools and unable to access them through public transportation means. (i.e., I'd love my kid to bike to/from Carrboro HS approx .75 mi away should he attend school there in the future, but as of right now, it's not actually accessible and safe to For Bike/Ped; Local do so). Connectivity Either install bike lanes or keep bicycles off rural roads. Especially groups of bikes. Sharing the road works both ways. Against Bicycle More need for pedestrian infrastructure than bicycle,though these are often lumped together. For Pedestrian I fail to see how this plan will improve transportation in the county outside of the towns. General I don't know what"Improve access and connectivity" means. It would have been helpful if that had been explained. I would like to see bike paths or other bicycle safety areas installed. Also, I would especially like to see a safe walking area created for students who walk over the 1-40 bridge to Cedar Ridge High and Grady Brown schools. I don't have a student, but when I drive through that area, it's scary to see them walking along the road on dark mornings For Bike/Ped; Local very close to traffic. Connectivity Community members outside of Chapel Hill/Carrboro have very limited options when it comes to transportation.This is a major barrier to leading a successful life for the many people who cannot afford their own car. It would be great to take the budget and just do on demand transportation via lyft or uber. I have heard from many that MOD is an For Transit; Local unreliable option. Northern Orange is especially in dire need. Connectivity Bus lanes and reasonable pull-over spaces are needed. With the increase in development and traffic congestion, cars are getting worse about slowing down and stopping for buses at bus stops. In addition, the bus shelters need to be designed to truly shelter from sun and rain. The park and ride options are decent in southern Orange County, so maybe more of these throughout the county, and route or shuttle connectivity between these, as well.Anything to get more people in Roadway Design; For buses and less cars on the road. Transit Keep disability access top of mind Disability Accessibility Safer walking& bicycling paths/routes. For Bike/Ped Public Engagement Summary -Encourage the use of hybrid and electric cars by expanding access to charge centers outside urban areas -what happened to carpooling General I would like to see transit and bike/ped services designed for people who do not have access to a private vehicle, including seniors, people with disabilities, and people who can't afford the high cost of car ownership. If we could get those people who don't drive to the places they need to go (government offices, grocery, pharmacy, CHURCH would be awesome and there's no Sunday service in Hillsborough. The bus routes need improvements to make them more user friendly--- the Hillsborough Circulator has so many stops that it can't possibly keep to the posted schedule. Would be awesome if we could see where the buses are in real-time, even more awesome if that service could be accessed by calling a phone number and didn't require a smartphone or For Bike/Ped; Local internet connection. Connectivity; For Transit Widen two lane roads that have become major commuting arteries(e.g. Mt. Carmel Church Road and others in Orange County). Encourage surrounding counties to cooperate and join in the widening effort. Housing developments continue to be established with no corresponding improvements in local, two-lane roads. Increasing congestion by eliminating lanes of traffic is counterproductive, IMO (e.g. in Chapel Hill town proper). If you want bike lanes,then create them where you don't remove needed lanes of traffic. Conduct bus ridership studies to appreciate who can really use busses. I see them running all over--with barely 1 or 2 people on board. Makes me wonder how much more investment should be made in busses if Roadway Design; Roadway they are not used. Traffic; Against Transit I would take a transit system if it got me into rtp in a reasonable Regional Connectivity; For amount of time. Transit Put a roundabout at Calvander for safety reasons. Provide safe crosswalks for pedestrians across 54 bypass between Columbia St and Jones Ferry for apartment residents to access bus stops Roadway Design Improve transportation to connect other counties together not just Orange but surrounding. Chatham, Alamance,Durham Regional Connectivity Bike/ped/transit improvements should be prioritized over roads, and road congestion should be addressed through multimodal solutions and enhancements to the roadway that do not increase capacity(eg better For Bike/Ped; For Transit; signals).Thank you! Roadway Traffic Public Engagement Summary Outside of Hillsborough northern boundary but within the city extra territorial jurisdiction near US70/86/St. Marys Road area are several shopping centers, residential communities, recreation areas and schools.They are completely disconnected from Hillsborough by US70 and Hillsborough has shown no interest in improvements toward the northern direction (due to Churton traffic). Increasing multimodal transit (Sidewalks, crosswalks at existing stoplights, separated bike lanes) in this area would greatly improve connectivity of lower income neighborhoods to shopping, recreation, schools, and workplaces by Local Connectivity; For allowing connection to already existing Hillsborough transit services. Bike/Ped I fs• u 'aa *p. i.ti�: y: •� ZA jai r' J Orange Count Transportation Multimodal Prioritization Survey results ➢ Bike Ped Score Calculation • - ➢ Transit Score Calculation ➢ New Roadway / Widening Score Calculation Intersections / Improvements Score Calculation Additional Points Calculation ➢ Mode Split Exceptions for special projects Prioritization — Survey R Final score = (Public Survey score + CTT Score + Orange County Score)/3 Normalized Normalized scores Scores Roadway Improvements 0.23 Transit improvements priorities (n=97) Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements 0.46 Increase local service (within County) 0.26 Transit and Rail Improvements 0.31 Increase regional service (outside of County) 0.12 Serve areas with higher density 0.21 Roadway improvements priorities (n = 101) Improve access to jobs/schools 0.21 Improve access and connectivity 0.41 Improve access to points of interest (Civic, shopping, recreation, etc.) 0.15 Manage congestion through technology solutions and roadway design 0.48 Improve access to hospitals/medical facilities 0.05 Improvement freight movement efficiency 0.05 Improve pavement condition 0.06 Environmental Justice considerations 0.27 Safety considerations 0.33 Bicycle and pedestrian improvements priorities (n = 101) Cost considerations 0.10 Serve regions with dense residential and employment centers 0.11 Environmental considerations 0.00 Provide access to schools (K through 12) 0.20 Multimodal considerations(esp. for roadway projects) 0.30 Provide access to points of interest (Civic, shopping, hospitals, etc.) 0.23 Increase access to recreational spaces 0.07 Provide access to bus stops 0.18 Connect disjointed parts of existing network 0.11 Improve Existing Pavement Condition 0.11 Bil<e - Ped ments Score Calculation • Bike Ped Score Dense Access to Acce ints Access to Access to Bus Connect residential and Schools of Interest Recreational Stops Disjointed parts employment Spaces Population and Schools within % POIs + Parks within % Bus stops within Travel Distance Commercial / employment mile Retail mile %2 mile Ratio NB/B Pop+Emp within POI within % Retail/Comm./ Projects < 1 mile mile Civic locations mile. NB / B within % mile distance ratio For projects longer than 1 mile, the metrics will be 'per mile'. Maximum possible bike-ped score will be 100 Bike Ped Bridges Score 50% 50% Dense residential Connect Bil<e - Ped Bridges Score Calculation and employment Disjointed parts Population and Travel Distance employment Ratio NB/B Pop+Emp within % mile Mximum possible bike-ped bridges score will be 100 Transit Calculation Transit Score Increase Local Increase Improve access Areas with Access to Points Access to Service Regional Service to jobs / schools higher density of Interest Hospitals of project % of project Employment + Population POIs in Orange Hospitals and within County outside County Higher Ed density County other medical facilities Emp Den within Ed. Institutions Pop Den within POI within % Hosp., other mile within % mile % mile mile medical facilities within % mile For projects longer than 1 mile, the metrics will be 'per mile'. Maximum possible transit score will be 100 New Roadway Widening Score Calculation Change in Volume / Change in � 43% Improve Access and Capacity Volume = Total_Flow Connectivity Capacity = �CAP_E � (Between FYB and FYNB) �• Relative change in VC ratios Maximum of all AB and � 50% Manage Congestion BA AM and PM VOCE (Between FYB and FYNB) values C6 � �/ Change in Truck Vol Truck Vol = Improve Freight movement CV+MUT+SUT � (Between FYB and FYNB) For New Roadways, the Build Volumes and VC Ratios were separately normalized and redistributed within the rest of the list. Maximum possible roadway score will be 100 Modernization Intersection Score Calculation Modernizatio n / Intersection Score Improve Access Manage Improve Freight and connectivity Congestion movement 40% 40% 20% Average volume at Average V/C ratio Average Truck AADT at the location (TRM at the location the location 2020 BYN B) (TRM 2020 BYN B) (TRM 2020 BYN 6) Average metric for Intersection = metric for all legs / number of legs Average metric for segment = (length of subsegment x metric of subsegment)/Total length of segment Maximum possible roadway score will be 100 Additional Calculation JW Weight si4 Environmental Justice 27/o 0 38 Average Adjusted"TDI score 73% Average Adjusted# 27% Negative Average TDI score Adjusted4 TDI score Safety 33% 48% I(BP Crash x Severity) - 33% Weighted Section Safety Score Acres [Ground Area + (24 x Buses required Acres [Ground Area + (24 x ( g) ° 14% g ) ( * )l / 27% (Roundup(length*2/ 10% g ) ( * )l Cost Inverse Rankin 10% Bridge Area + Par 10 25)+1) + Stop Bridge Area + Par 1000 Mile / Mile frequency factor Multimodal 30/ - 30o 1 (Percentage of project x (for roadway projects) � Multimodal multiplier**) Multimodal*Severity multiplier : No Injury or Unknown = 1,, Possible injury 2, Suspected Minor Injury = 4, Suspected Serious Injury = 7, Killed 10 • ' • . • = 1 bike or • - • bike and • - • • Average TDII scoreswere adjusted considering the minimum score1 Mode Each mode will have its own project list, ranked by score. 3 ways to combine the modes and create overall prioritization list The overall prioritization can be in 4 Bike Ped / 3 Transit / 2 RoadwayMN succession e.g. BP1, BP2, BP3, BP4, T1, T2, T3, R1, R2, BPS, BP6, BP7, BP8, T4, R3, R4...... Exceptions Certain projects didn't render themselves to score calculations using these methods E.g. Transit Facilities, Very short road connections, certain bike-ped projects These projects will be included in a separate list and their prioritization can be determined at Orange County's discretion. Questions ? Mode Project ID 'Descriptio" Specific A Score 1 1 BPI-702 Bike Ped Bridge 1-40/Orange Grove Rd Grade separate bike/ped path from 1-40 70% 86% 156% 2 2 BP-349 Bike Ped S Churton St On road 4' Paved Shoulder(or bicycle lane) 75% 52% 126% 3 3 BP-418 Bike Ped Martin Luther King Jr. Paved Greenway 18% ° Blvd 87/0 106/0 4 4 BP-424 Bike Ped Duke Easement Trail 3 Multiuse Path 56% 45% 101% 5 1 TR-806 Transit NC 54 West Express Bus 83% 73% 156% 6 2 TR-813 Transit Old NC 86 Bus along INC 86 63% 64% 126% 7 3 TR-802 Transit NCRR Commuter Rail Transit 39% 58% 98% Upgrade interchange capacity; managed lane access; increase 8 1 Int 201 Intersection I-40/NC 86 Interchange 77% 75% 152% cycle length of 1-40 westbound ramps at NC 86 9 2 Int-207 Intersection Buckhorn Road/Industrial Intersection Improvements 91% 55% 145% Drive 10 5 BPI-700 Bike Ped Bridge I-85/Cates Creek Bridge to separate 1-85 and Cates Creek Greenway. From 56/°° 40% 96% Greenway H'boro Planning 11 6 BP-350 Bike Ped S Churton St On road 4' Paved Shoulder(or bicycle lane)and sidewalk 47% 42% 90% 12 7 BP-447 Bike Ped NC 54 ANDERSON PARK TO JAMES STREET IN CARRBORO. 28% 59% 87% CONSTRUCT MULTI-USE PATH ON NORTH SIDE OF NC 54. 13 8 BPI-703 Bike Ped Bridge 1-40/New Hillborough Bicycle/pedestrian bridge over 1-85 47% 39% 87% collector road 14 4 TR-810 Transit 1-40 Bus along 1-40 52% 44% 95% 15 5 TR-814 Transit Davis Rd/Orange Grove °Rd New OCTS fixed route,improve Hillsborough Circulator 38 52% 90% /° 16 6 TR-816 Transit NC-86 Bus along NC 86 36% 52% 88% 17 3 Int-212 Intersection NC 86 Replace Bridge 670049 over North Carolina Railroad/Norfolk 59/° 85% 144% Southern Railroad ° 18 4 Hwy-031 Modenization NC 86 Upgrade to a reduced conflict intersection. 71% 65% 136% 19 9 BP-301 Bike Ped Homestead Rd On road Bicycle Lane 23% 59% 82% 20 10 BP-487 Bike Ped Orange Grove Rd Sidewalk 26% 54% 80% 21 11 BP-480 Bike Ped Oakdale Dr Sidewalk 29% 49% 79% 22 12 BP-453 Bike Ped Hillsborough North South Proposed trail 56% 22% 78% Connector 23 7 TR-815 Transit Richmond/Lebanon/ Deviated fixed route 29% 56% 85% Doe Run/Mill Creek 24 8 TR-807 Transit 1-40/1-85 OCTS BRT 49% 34% 83% 25 9 TR-804 Transit NC 86 Add high capacity transit;Chapel Hill to Hillsborough 51% 31% 82% SR 1008(Mt Carmel SR 1913(Bennett Road)in Chapel Hill.Construct roundabout 26 5 Int-216 Intersection Church Road SR 1913 48% °83/° °131/° / and related safety improvements (Bennett Road) 27 6 Hwy-030 Modenization NC 54 Construct operational improvements,including 51/° 79% 129% bicycle/pedestrian accomodations MORGAN CREEK WESTERN SECTION,SR 1919(SMITH LEVEL ROAD)TO 28 13 BP-448 Bike Ped GREENWAY UNIVERSITY LAKE IN CARRBORO. CONSTRUCT GREENWAY 22% 55% 77% AND CONNECTIONS. 29 14 BP-322 Bike Ped US 70 On road 4' Paved Shoulder and sidewalk 33% 40% 74% 30 15 BP-419 Bike Ped 35 68 (UNC)na North Trails Paved Greenway 32% ° °/°/° 31 16 BP-358 Bike Ped US 70 A On road Bicycle Lane and sidewalk 45% 22% 67% 32 10 TR-800 Transit NC 86 Recommended transit 27% 55% 82% 33 11 TR-818 Transit Saint Marys New deviated fixed route 37% 39% 76% 34 12 TR-801 Transit NC 54 West Recommended transit 28% 46% 74% 35 7 Int-215 Intersection NC 54/SR 1006 SR 1006(Orange Grove Road). Intersection improvements 60% 67% 127% 36 8 Int-214 Intersection 1-85/NC 86 NC 86 in Hillsborough. Upgrade interchange 32% 93% 125% 37 17 BP-450 Bike Ped Proposed Trail Proposed trail 40% 26% 67% 38 18 BP-456 Bike Ped Ridgewalk Greenway Greenway 40% 26% 66% 39 19 BP-491 Bike Ped Mayo St Sidewalk 35% 30% 65% 40 20 BP-488 Bike Ped Millstone Dr Sidewalk 30% 34% 64% 41 13 TR-819 Transit New Sharon Church Bus along New Sharon Church Rd 28% 38% 66% Increase transit access with more stops, improve Hillsborough 42 14 TR-808 Transit US-70 37% 28% 65% Circulator Hatch Road/Old 43 15 TR-811 Transit Greensboro Rd/White New OCTS fixed route 29% 35% 64% Cross Rd/Butner Rd 44 9 Int-213 Intersection 1-85/SR 1009 SR 1009(South Churton Street)in Hillsborough. Interchange 32% 93% 125% improvements Improve to a 2-lane with two way left turn lane,curb and 45 10 Hwy-008 Modenization Mt.Carmel Church Rd 49% 70% 119% gutter, bikes lanes,sidewalks,and transit accomodations 46 21 BP-486 Bike Ped Orange High School Rd Sidewalk 34% 29% 64% 47 22 BP-484 Bike Ped Rencher St Sidewalk 27% 36% 63% 48 23 BP-414 Bike Ped Homestead Rd Paved Greenway 29% 34% 63% 49 24 BP-348 Bike Ped Orange Grove On road 4' Paved Shoulder and sidewalk 19% 43% 62% Fixed Guideway proposed on the existing Amtrak freight rail 50 16 TR-821 Transit Amtrak Track 40% 21% 61% track High Rock Rd/Efland ° ° 51 17 TR-822 Transit Proposed urban fixed bus corridor 29/° 29/° 58/° Cedar Grove Rd 52 18 TR-809 Transit Mt Moriah/Whitfield/ New OCTS fixed route 36% 5% 41% Erwin Improve truck safety with wayfinding, incident management, 53 11 Hwy-049 Modenization 1-40 dynamic message signs on road conditions,and/or accel/decel 54% 63% 117% lanes New Location/ SR 1009(SOUTH Widen to multi-lanes with bicycle, pedestrian,and transit 54 12 Hwy-028 29% 86% 115% Widening CHURTON STREET) accomodations. • . . Mode Project ID Description Specil ic Score 55 25 BP-408 Bike Ped Morgan Creek Trail Paved Greenway 20% 39% 60% Eastern Ext 56 26 BP-354 Bike Ped New Collector Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 33% 27% 59% 57 27 BP-490 Bike Ped Orange Grove Rd Sidewalk 30% 29% 59% 58 28 BP-422 Bike Ped Horace Williams Trail Paved Greenway along RR 17% 43% 59% New Location/ Widen to a 4-lane divided cross section with a raised median 59 13 Hwy-012 NC 86 33% 81% 114% Widening with bike lanes,sidewalks,and transit accomodations. Grade Separation Recommended.Construct a roadway bridge 60 14 Int-205 Intersection Buckhorn Road 54% 59% 113% over the rail tracks. 61 29 BP-427 Bike Ped Old Field Cr Trail Multiuse Path 12% 46% 59% 62 30 BP-489 Bike Ped Eno St Sidewalk 21% 37% 58% 63 31 BP-455 Bike Ped Proposed Trail Proposed trail 29% 27% 57% 64 32 BP-428 Bike Ped Duke Easement Trail 1 Multiuse Path 12% 44% 57% Extend Mattress Factory Road northward across East Washington Street and the NCRR/Norfolk Souther railroad 65 15 Hwy-044 New Location/ Mattress Factory Road right-of-way to intersect US 70 and close the existing railroad 81% 30% 111% Widening crossover road connecting East Washington Street and US 70 approximately 240 feet to the east of the intersection of Mattress Factory Road and East Washington Street. 66 16 Hwy-032 Modenization 1-40/1-85 Pavement rehabilitation. 54% 58% 111% 67 33 BP-306 Bike Ped Eubanks Rd On road Bicycle Lane and sidewalks 20% 37% 57% 68 34 BP-492 Bike Ped Dimmocks Mill Rd Sidewalk 19% 37% 56% 69 35 BP-412 Bike Ped Boulder Hill Connector Paved Greenway 21% 35% 56% 70 36 BP-454 Bike Ped Blackwood Farm Park Proposed trail 18% 38% 55% Implement bus on shoulder,enhanced surveillance cameras, 71 17 Hwy-040 Modenization 1-40 ramp metering and addtional supportive ITS strategies along 1- 60% 49% 109% 40, BGMPO Improve to a two-lane undivided cross section comprised of twelvefoot travel lanes with five-foot shoulders or bike lanes and improve sight distance where needed to better 72 18 Hwy-005 Modenization Old NC 86 accommodate vehicular and bicycle travel. Improvements 41% 63% 104% related to travel lane width,intersection and driveway entrance sight distance,and paved shoulders accommodating bicycle travel are needed. 73 37 BP-430 Bike Ped Carolina Commons Trail Greenway-Paved 14% 41% 55% 74 38 BP-420 Bike Ped Carraway Village Block D Paved Greenway 7% 48% 55% 75 39 BP-429 Bike Ped Lake Hogan Farm Trail Greenway-Paved 14% 41% 55% 76 40 BP-431 Bike Ped Cates Creek Greenway Multiuse Path 22% 33% 54% Recommended new facility. Realignment of Eno Mountain New Location/ Eno Mountain Rd Road (SR 1148)at the intersection of Mayo Street(SR 1192) 77 19 Hwy-015 53% 48% 101% Widening realignment and Orange Grove Road (SR 1006)with on-road bicycle, pedestrian and bus accommodations. 78 20 Int-208 Intersection Lebanon Rd&StagecoachRd Intersection Improvements 23% 77% 100% 79 41 BP-482 Bike Ped E Corbin St Sidewalk 28% 25% 53% 80 42 BP-451 Bike Ped Proposed Trail Proposed trail 27% 26% 53% 81 43 BP-411 Bike Ped Seawell School Road Paved Greenway or sidepath 17% 36% 53% 82 44 BP-452 Bike Ped Proposed Trail Proposed trail 27% 24% 52% Modernize Mebane Oaks Road with NCDOT standard cross section 2B(60' row, 11'travel lanes with 5'paved shoulder), add turn lanes and safety improvements at Old Hillsborough 83 21 Hwy-024 Modenization Mebane-Oaks Road 36% 63% 99% Road, Hebron Church Road,Yarborough Road,Oak Grove Church Road,Jones Road,S Jim Minor Road, Nicks Road, Bradshaw Quarry Road,and NC 54 Improve to a four lane divided roadway north of Whitfield with 84 22 Hwy-001 New Location/Widening Erwin Rd. bicycle and pedestrian accommodations on both sections to 23% 76% 99% relieve projected congestion 85 45 BP-459 Bike Ped US-70 Multi-Use Path or Sidepath 14% 38% 52% Farm House Dr/S Lake 86 46 BP-355 Bike Ped Hogan Farm Rd/Lake On road Bicycle Lane 10% 41% 51% Hogan Farm Trail Trail Connection from 87 47 BP-497 Bike Ped English Hill Lane to Multi use path connecting English Hill Lane to Buttonwood 24/0 Drive ° 27% 50% Buttonwood Dr 88 48 BP-330 Bike Ped Old NC 10 On road 4' Paved Shoulder and sidewalk 13% 37% 50% New Location/ Construct a new 4-lane divided boulevard facility with bicycle, 89 23 Hwy-016 Orange Grove Connector 28% 69% 98% Widening pedestrian and bus accommodations. New Location Widen NC 86 from US 70 Bypass to north of NC 57 to four / 90 24 Hwy-013 Widening NC 86 lanes with intersection improvements at US 70 Bypass and NC 27% 67% 94% 57 91 49 BP-357 Bike Ped US 70 A On road Bicycle Lane 20% 29% 50% 92 50 BP-415 Bike Ped Fan Branch Trail Ext Paved Greenway 20% 29% 50% 93 51 BP-303 Bike Ped Erwin Rd On road Bicycle Lane 10% 40% 49% 94 52 BP-321 Bike Ped US 70 On road 4' Paved Shoulder or bicycle lane 16% 33% 49% 95 25 Hwy-004 New Location/ Mt.Willing Rd Needs Improvement 34% 59% 93% Widening 96 26 Hwy-038 New Location/ Buckhorn Rd/Frazier Rd Widening and new location with above-grade crossing of RR to 49% 42/0 91/0° ° Widening connect to US 70. Mode • . . Project ID Description. Specific -A IL A Score 97 53 BP-445 Bike Ped Proposed shared use path Short sewer easement from south end of Sargents Path to 2/° 47% 49% Mattress Factory ° 98 54 BP-410 Bike Ped US 15-501 Paved Greenway or sidepath 11% 38% 48% 99 55 BP-327 Bike Ped NC 86 On road 4' Paved Shoulder or bicycle lane and sidewalk 16% 32% 48% 100 56 BP-426 Bike Ped Duke Easement Trail 4 Multiuse Path 11% 36% 48% 101 27 Hwy-018 New Location/ Lake Hogan Farms Rd New Location 31% 60% 91% Widening NC 54 Widening from Old Fayetteville Road to Mebane Oaks 102 28 Hwy-041 New Location/Widening NC 54 Rd with additional lanes and multimodal facilities along the 24% 65% 90% corridor and safety improvements at each intersection 103 57 BP-342 Bike Ped Jones Ferry Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder or other bike improvement 2% 45% 47% 104 58 BPI-701 Bike Ped Bridge I-40/Dry Creek Trail Dry Cr Tr pass under 1-40 using culvert near Eastown and New 47/°° 0%0 47% Hope Commons 105 59 BP-485 Bike Ped NNdew Grady Brown School Sidewalk 18% 29% 47% 106 60 BP-325 Bike Ped NC 86 On road 4' Paved Shoulder and pedestrian footpath 3% 44% 47% New Location Widen to a 4-lane divided expressway cross section with / 107 29 Hwy-023 Widening NC 86 bicycle,pedestrian,and transit accomodations and safety 23% 65% 88% improvements at each intersection 108 30 Hwy-025 New Location/ Buckhorn Rd Widen Buckhorn Road to a four lane divided section with 38% 50% 88% Widening bicycle and pedestrian facilities. 109 61 BP-421 Bike Ped Millhouse Rd Sidepath 7% 40% 47% 110 62 BP-347 Bike Ped Old NC 86 On road Bicycle lane and sidewalk 14% 32% 46% 111 63 BP-326 Bike Ped NC 86 On road 4' Paved Shoulder or bicycle lane 15% 32% 46% 112 64 BP-457 Bike Ped Cane Creek Connector Multiuse Path 9% 37% 46% Widen to a four lane divided boulevard to accommodate 113 31 Hwy-009 New Location/Widening Eubanks Rd. projected 2040 vehicular traffic and to adequately 17% 68% 85% accommodate increased pedestrian and bicycle traffic. 114 32 Int-211 Intersection SR 1005(Old Greensboro Replace Bridge 670085 over Phil's Creek 24% 59% 83% Road) 115 65 BP-483 Bike Ped Eno Mountain Rd Sidewalk 23% 23% 46% 116 66 BP-481 Bike Ped Harold Latta Dr Sidewalk 17% 29% 46% 117 67 BP-423 Bike Ped Fan Branch Trail Multiuse Path 7% 39% 46% Trail Connection from Multi-use path connecting the southwest corner of Patriots 118 68 BP-498 Bike Ped Patriot's Pointe to Pointe to Timbers Drive to shorten walking distance for 4% 41% 45% Timbers Dr pedestrians New Location/ North Mattress Factory Realign the northern terminal of Mattress Factory Road to 119 33 Hwy-026 Widening Road improve existing at-grade railroad crossing on Washington 36% 46% 83% Street Matress Factory Road from South of Washington Street to I- New Location/ Mattress Factory Road/ 40/1-85 and W Ten Road from I-40/1-85 to Buckhorn Road, 120 34 Hwy-042 37% 45% 82% Widening West Ten Road Roadway Widening. Bicycle, pedestrian,and transit accomodations. 121 69 BP-499 Bike Ped Old NC 10 Proposed bicycle and pedestrian 1% 43% 44% 122 70 BP-367 Bike Ped SUPPER CLUB Paved shoulder recommended and sidewalk 4% 40% 44% 123 71 BP-365 Bike Ped WASHINGTON ST Paved shoulder recommended 7% 37% 44% 124 72 BP-425 Bike Ped 1-40 Multiuse Path-separate from 1-40 6% 38% 44% 125 35 Hwy-014 New Location/ New Hope Commons Dr New Location 22% 58% 80% Widening Extension % New Location/ 126 36 Hwy-027 I-85 Widen to 6 lanes 30% 50% 80° Widening 127 73 BP-368 Bike Ped Oakwood St/Mattress paved shoulder recommended 3% 41% 44% Factory Rd 128 74 BP-366 Bike Ped US 70/CENTER Paved shoulder recommended and sidewalk 6% 37% 43% 129 75 BP-343 Bike Ped Faucette Mill Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 18% 25% 43% 130 76 BP-441 Bike Ped Oakwood St Sidepath along Oakwood 6% 37% 43% Modernize Old Greensboro Road form Jones Ferry Road to Alamance County with NCDOT standard street cross-section 131 37 Hwy-050 Modenization Old Greensboro Road 2B(60' row, 11'travel lanes,with 5' paved shoulder),add turn 16/° 63% 79% lanes and safety improvements at Jones Ferry Road, Hatch ° Road, Neville Road,Carl Durham Road,White Cross Road, Wildcat Creek Road,and Orange Chapel Clover Garden Road 132 38 Hwy-003 New Location/ 1-85/US 70/1-40 connector Modify the 1-85/1-40 Connector interchange at US 70 to 11% 68% 79% Widening provide access from all directions 133 77 BP-390 Bike Ped Whitaker Rd&BowmanRd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 1% 42% 43% 134 78 BP-356 Bike Ped University Lake Rd On road Bicycle Lane on one side 6% 37% 43% 135 79 BP-329 Bike Ped Old NC 10 On road 4' Paved Shoulder 5% 37% 42% 136 80 BP-341 Bike Ped Dimmock Mill Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 9% 33% 42% 137 39 Hwy-002 Modenization Erwin Rd. Needs Improvement 27% 52% 79% 138 40 Int-210 Intersection Buckhorn Road/West TenIntersection Improvements 19% 58% 77% Road 139 81 BP-437 Bike Ped Proposed shared use path Follows sewer easement to connect to end of Mockingbird Ln 6% 37% 42% 140 82 BP-305 Bike Ped Eubanks Rd On road Bicycle Lane 10% 32% 42% 141 83 BP-353 Bike Ped NC 54 On road 4' Paved Shoulder and pedestrian pathway 5% 36% 42% 142 84 BP-359 Bike Ped US 15-501 On road Bicycle Lane 8% 34% 42% 143 41 Hwy-017 New Location/ New Collector Rd New Location 17% 59% 76% Widening • r . . Project ID • . Description Specific Modernize Orange Grove Road from 1-85 to Dodson Crossroad with NCDOT standard street cross-section 2B(60'row, 11' 144 42 Hwy-051 Modenization Orange Grove Road travel lanes,with 5'paved shoulder),add turn lanes and safety 15% 62/° 76/° ° improvements at Ode Turner Road, Dimmocks Mill Road, Crossroad Church Cemetery Road, Davis Drive, Kimbro Road, and Dodson Crossroads. 145 85 BP-416 Bike Ped Mt.Carmel Church Road Paved Greenway 10% 32% 41% 146 86 BP-375 Bike Ped NC 86 On road bicycle improvement and pedestrian path 1% 40% 41% 147 87 BP-364 Bike Ped LEBANON RD/E BROWN Paved shoulder recommended and sidewalk 7% 34% 41% ST 148 88 BP-438 Bike Ped Proposed shared use path Follows sewer easement to connect to end of Creeks Edge Ct 4% 37% 41% / 149 43 Hwy-034 New Location 1-40 Widen to six lanes,improve NC 86 interchange,and install ITS. 24% 52% 75% Widening Modernize NC 10 from NC 86 to US 70 Business with NCDOT 150 44 Hwy-055 Modenization Old NC 10 cross section 26,add turn lanes and safety improvements at 7% 67/° 74/°° ° Larence Road, New Hope Church Road, University Station Road, Mt Harmon Church Road,and US 70 Business 151 89 BP-439 Bike Ped Proposed shared use path Sewer easement from McPherson south to Avalon and east to 1% 40% 41% Oakwood 152 90 BP-413 Bike Ped Rogers Road Paved Greenway 16% 24% 40% 153 91 BP-338 Bike Ped W Ten Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 4% 37% 40% 154 92 BP-475 Bike Ped Old Field Creek Trail Off road unpaved trail 9% 31% 40% Modernize Dairyland Road from Orange Grove Road to Old NC 86 with NCDOT standard street cross-section 2B,add turn 155 45 Hwy-052 Modenization Dairyland Road lanes and safety improvements at Orange Grove Road, Dodson 9% 63% 72% Crossroads, Rocky Ridge Road, Bethel Hickory Grove Church Road and convert intersection at Old NC 86 to a roundabout Modernize Dodson Crossroad (SR-1102)from Orange Grove Road (SR-1006)to NC-54 with NCDOT standard street cross 156 46 Hwy-053 Modenization Dodson Crossroads 11% 61% 72% section 2B(60' row, 11'travel lanes,with 5'paved shoulder), add turn lanes and safety improvements at each intersection. 157 93 BP-362 Bike Ped University Station Rd On road From Orange County Bicycle Routes Map 3% 37% 40% 158 94 BP-372 Bike Ped NC 49 On Road, Needs Improvement 0% 39% 39% 159 95 BP-460 Bike Ped Sunrise Road (west side) Sidewalk 13% 26% 39% 160 96 BP-409 Bike Ped Sunrise Road Paved Greenway 13% 26% 39% 161 47 Hwy-020 Modenization Buckhorn Road Upgrade the current unsurfaced 20-foot cross section to a 7% 64/° 71/°° ° surfaced,24-foot cross section suitable for public traffic use. Construct one additional lane between Patriot's Pointe Drive New Location and New Grady Brown School Road(SR 1221)with bike/ped / 162 48 Hwy-054 Widening Orange Grove Road improvements.The 1-40 bridge would be widened to 7% 63% 71% accommodate both pedestrian and bicycle amenities and one additional travel lane. 163 97 BP-324 Bike Ped Miller Rd/Baldwin Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 6% 33% 39% 164 98 BP-304 Bike Ped Mt Carmel Church Rd On road Bicycle Lane 8% 31% 38% Lynch Store Rd/Doc 165 99 BP-393 Bike Ped Corbett Rd/McDade Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 38% 38% Store Rd/Pentecost Rd 166 100 BP-478 Bike Ped Ben Wilson Rd Sidewalk 5% 34% 38% New Location Provide a new location 2-lane cross section at Walnut Grove / ° ° 167 49 Hwy-022 Widening Little River Church Rd Ext Church Road to extend Little River Church Road into Sawmill 20% 51% 71% Road to provide better east-west continuity and connectivity. 168 50 Hwy-039 Modenization Lebanon Road Intersection and safety improvements along Lebanon Road 9% 62% 70% 169 101 BP-433 Bike Ped Proposed trail Multiuse Path 7% 31% 38% 170 102 BP-458 Bike Ped Mebane Oaks Road Multi-Use Path or Sidepath 0% 38% 38% 171 103 BP-383 Bike Ped Oak Grove Church Rd/ Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 38% 38% Vernon Rd Mt Hernon Church Rd/W 172 104 BP-328 Bike Ped Cornwallis Rd/Schley Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 1% 37% 38% /Pleasant Green Rd Widen to a 4-lane divided cross-section with curb and gutter, 5'bikes lanes,sidewalks,and transit accomodations(110'row, 17.5' median, 11'travel lanes). Improve intersections from Buckhorn Road to Durham County.Add turn lanes and safety 173 51 Hwy-006 New Location/Widening US 70 improvements at NC 86,St Mary's Road, Efland Cedar Grove 13% 56% 69% Road, Frazier Road, Richmond Road, Brookhollow Road, Faucette Mill Road, Miller Road, Lawrence Road, Palmers Grove Church Road, Pleasant Green Road,Orange High School Road,and N Scotswood Boulevard. 174 52 Hwy-011 Modenization Homestead Rd Add turn lanes where needed. Bike lanes and sidewalks are 20% 48/° 68/°° ° recommended along the entirety of the corridor. • IF qw14 Mode Project ID __,.Description - Specific . . A 1W Jd IR Score 175 105 BP-384 Bike Ped Oak Grove Church Rd On-road Bike Improvement and pedestrian path 0% 37% 38% 176 106 BP-310 Bike Ped Pickett Rd On road Bicycle Lane. Multiuse if unpaved section closed. 1% 37% 38% ° ° 177 107 BP-435 Bike Ped King's Highway Park Multiuse Trail, Paved 11/° 26/° 38/° Connector 178 108 BP-331 Bike Ped Coleman Loop On road 4' Paved Shoulder 1% 37% 38% 179 53 Hwy-048 Modenization US 70 1-40/US 70 ICM.Advanced Signal Technology upgrades, 22% 45/° 67/0° ° Enhanced Surveillance New Location Provide a new location 2-lane cross section at Orange Grove / ° 180 54 Hwy-019 Widening Buckhorn Road Extension Road to extend Buckhorn Road into Dairyland Road to provide 11/° 55/° 66% better connectivity and improve traffic flow. 181 109 BP-434 Bike Ped Riverwalk Connector Multiuse Trail, Paved 9% 28% 37% 182 110 BP-345 Bike Ped New Hope Church Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 3% 35% 37% 183 111 BP-473 Bike Ped Lebanon Rd Off road Footpath 0% 36% 37% McDade Store Road/ 184 112 BP-371 Bike Ped Hurdle Mills Road/ Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 36% 37% Ormond Road 185 55 Hwy-047 New Location/ Rabbit Run Road Rabbit Run Road from Buckhorne Road to West Ten Road, 16% 49% 64% Widening Roadway New Location Upgrade the current unsurfaced 20-foot cross section to a 186 56 Hwy-021 Modenization Arthur Minnis Road 24% 40% 64% surfaced,24-foot cross section suitable for public traffic use. 187 113 BP-335 Bike Ped Dairyland Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 3% 33% 37% 188 114 BP-469 Bike Ped NC 86 Pedestrian path 4% 33% 36% 189 115 BP-344 Bike Ped Mt Sinai Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 3% 33% 36% 190 116 BP-461 Bike Ped Erwin Rd Sidewalk 2% 34% 36% 0%191 57 Hwy-046 New Location/ Mace Rd Construct approximately 0.35 mile,two-lane section, ° 55% 55% Widening extension of Mace Road to connect two existing dead-ends / 192 58 Hwy-036 New Location Rex Road Extension New location extension of Rex Road. 20% 31% 51% Widening 193 117 BP-313 Bike Ped Hillsborough Rd On road Bicycle Lane 2% 34% 36% 194 118 BP-468 Bike Ped Phils Creek Trail Off road unpaved trail 0% 36% 36% 195 119 BP-308 Bike Ped Hwy 751 On road Bicycle Lane 2% 34% 36% CONSTRUCT A 100 FOOT BRIDGE AND 650 FOOT PAVED TRAIL IN CARRBORO TO FILL GAP BETWEEN THE UPPER BOLIN TRAIL 196 120 BP-446 Bike Ped JONES CREEK GREENWAY AND TWIN CREEKS GREENWAY AND IMPLEMENT PROGRAM 16% 19% 36% TO SUPPORT NON-VEHICLE TRIPS TO MORRIS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. I-85/US 70 Connector ° 197 59 Int-202 Intersection Make full access interchange at US 70 14/ 37% 51% interchange upgrade 198 60 Int-209 Intersection Ben Wilson Intersection Improvements 22% 27% 48% Road/Bowman Road 199 121 BP-382 Bike Ped Mebane-Oaks Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 36% 36% 200 122 BP-495 Bike Ped NC 57 Pedestrian pathway in NC 57 corridor north of Hillsborough 2% 33% 36% 201 123 BP-443 Bike Ped Stagecoach Rd Sidepath along Stagecoach Rd 2% 33% 35% 202 124 BP-381 Bike Ped Hebron Church Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 35% 35% 203 61 Hwy-007 Modenization Albert Rd Needs Improvement 6% 41% 46% 204 62 Hwy-010 New Location/ Purefoy Rd Ext New Location 8% 37% 45/o°Widening 205 125 BP-377 Bike Ped Lonesome Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 35% 35% 206 126 BP-442 Bike Ped Proposed shared use path Short trail connection from south end of Bob White to US 70 4% 31% 35% 207 127 BP-346 Bike Ped Old NC 86 On road Bicycle Lane;consider multiuse path aft. 4% 30% 34% 208 128 BP-444 Bike Ped Proposed shared use path Follows sewer easement from Lebanon Rd to St Andrews Dr 2% 32% 34% 209 63 Int-206 Intersection 1-85/1-40 at Mattress Proposed Interchange 21% 24% 45% Factory Rd 18/°210 64 Hwy-043 Modenization Bowman Rd Bowman Road from Ben Wilson Road to West Ten Road, ° 24% 42% Roadway Modernization 211 129 BP-333 Bike Ped Lawrence Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 2% 32% 34% 212 130 BP-463 Bike Ped Morgan Creek Trail Off road unpaved trail 1% 32% 34% 213 131 BP-449 Bike Ped Proposed Trail Proposed trail 5% 29% 34% 214 132 BP-376 Bike Ped Carr Store Rd On-road Bike Improvement and pedestrian path 0% 33% 33% 215 133 BP-323 Bike Ped 1-85 Connector On road 4' Paved Shoulder 2% 31% 33% 216 134 BP-432 Bike Ped Dry Creek Trail Multiuse Path 8% 25% 33% 217 135 BP-320 Bike Ped Ode Turner Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 1% 32% 33% 218 136 BP-386 Bike Ped Chestnut Ridge ChurchRd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 1% 32% 33% 219 137 BP-370 Bike Ped Walnut Grove Church On Road, Needs Improvement 0% 33/° 33/°° Road 220 138 BP-493 Bike Ped Mount Willing Road Pedestrian path in Mount Willing Road corridor 0% 33% 33% 221 139 BP-369 Bike Ped Buckhorn Rd 4' Paved shoulder recommended 1% 32% 33% 222 140 BP-407 Bike Ped Corbett Ridge Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 32% 33% 223 141 BP-397 Bike Ped Efland-Cedar Gr Rd Paved Shoulder and pedestrian path 0% 32% 32% 224 142 BP-474 Bike Ped Mount Willing Road Off road Footpath 1% 31% 32% 225 143 BP-351 Bike Ped Old Greensboro Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 32% 32% Dodsons Xrd/Orange 226 144 BP-385 Bike Ped Grove Rd/White Cross 4'paved shoulders 2% 31% 32% Rd/Butler Rd 227 145 BP-302 Bike Ped Seawell School Rd On road Bicycle Lane 3% 29% 32% 228 146 BP-339 Bike Ped Brookhollow Rd/Mt On road 4' Paved Shoulder 2% °30% 32/° Willing Rd • . . Mode Project ID ion Specific Score 229 147 BP-467 Bike Ped New Hope Creek Trail/ Off road unpaved trail 2% 30% 32% Long Branch Trail 230 148 BP-398 Bike Ped Sawmill Rd On-road Bike Improvement and pedestrian path 1% 31% 32% 231 149 BP-472 Bike Ped High Rock Rd Pedestrian path 0% 31% 32% Bradshaw Quarry Road/ ° 232 150 BP-373 Bike Ped Unspecified on-road bike improvements 0% 32% 32% Arthur Minnis Rd 233 151 BP-395 Bike Ped Mill Creek Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 1% 31% 32% 234 152 BP-361 Bike Ped Turkey Farm Rd On road From Orange County Bicycle Routes Map 4% 27% 32% 235 153 BP-466 Bike Ped Bolin Creek Trail Off road unpaved trail 1% 31% 31% Extension 236 154 BP-462 Bike Ped Piney Mountain Creek Off road unpaved trail 2% ° Trail 30% 31/° 237 155 BP-436 Bike Ped Mountains to Sea Trail Multiuse Trail, Paved 1% 30% 31% 238 156 BP-388 Bike Ped Dairyland Rd 4'paved shoulders and pedestrian path 0% 31% 31% 239 157 BP-464 Bike Ped Neville Creek Trail Off road unpaved trail 0% 31% 31% 240 158 BP-399 Bike Ped Laws Store Rd/Brown Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 31% 31% 241 159 BP-440 Bike Ped Lebanon Rd Sidepath along Lebanon 3% 28% 31% 242 160 BP-374 Bike Ped NC 86 On road bicycle improvement and pedestrian path 2% 29% 31% 243 161 BP-352 Bike Ped NC 54 On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 30% 31% 244 162 BP-312 Bike Ped Cole Mill Rd On road Bicycle Lane 1% 30% 31% 245 163 BP-391 Bike Ped Saddle Club Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 1% 29% 31% 246 164 BP-494 Bike Ped Little River Church Rd Pedestrian path in Little River Church Rd corridor 0% 30% 31% St Mary's Rd/New 247 165 BP-336 Bike Ped Sharon Church Rd/Holly On road 4' Paved Shoulder 1% 29% 30% Ridge Rd 248 166 BP-406 Bike Ped Saxapahaw Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 30% 30% 249 167 BP-307 Bike Ped Kerley Rd On road Bicycle Lane 2% 28% 30% 250 168 BP-471 Bike Ped Mountains to Sea Tr Off road Paved and natural surface trail 1% 29% 30% 251 169 BP-363 Bike Ped LEBANON RD Paved shoulder recommended 3% 27% 30% 252 170 BP-479 Bike Ped Green Riley Rd Off Road, Recommended Pedestrian pathway 1% 28% 29% 253 171 BP-400 Bike Ped NC 157 Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 29% 29% 254 172 BP-319 Bike Ped Walker Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 29% 29% 255 173 BP-401 Bike Ped Pearson Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 29% 29% 256 174 BP-402 Bike Ped Schley Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement and pedestrian path 0% 28% 29% 257 175 BP-389 Bike Ped Orange Grove Rd 4'paved shoulders 0% 28% 29% Mary Hall Rd and a short 258 176 BP-403 Bike Ped Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 28% 28% section of Laws Store Rd 259 177 BP-470 Bike Ped Buck Branch Trail Off road unpaved trail 1% 28% 28% Lake Orange Rd for ° ° 260 178 BP-405 Bike Ped Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 28/° 28% bicycle travel 261 179 BP-396 Bike Ped Efland-Cedar Grove Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 28% 28% 262 180 BP-392 Bike Ped High Rock Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement and pedestrian path 0% 28% 28% 263 181 BP-378 Bike Ped Highland Farm Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 28% 28% 264 182 BP-387 Bike Ped RCd 27/° 27/° Chestnut Rd Church On-road Bike Improvement and pedestrian path 0% °265 183 BP-404 Bike Ped Berry Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 27% 27% 266 184 BP-496 Bike Ped NC 57 Pedestrian pathway and on-road bike improvement 0% 27% 27% 267 185 BP-309 Bike Ped Mt Moriah Rd On road Bicycle Lane 0% 27% 27% 268 186 BP-394 Bike Ped Harmony Church Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 26% 27% 269 187 BP-340 Bike Ped Frank Perry Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 1% 26% 26% 270 188 BP-337 Bike Ped Lebanon Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder or other bike improvement 1% 25% 26% 271 189 BP-380 Bike Ped Kiger Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 24% 24% 272 190 BP-417 Bike Ped Ashe-Arboretum Sidepath 2/° 21% 24% Connector 273 191 BP-334 Bike Ped Whitfield Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 4% 20% 23% 274 192 BP-465 Bike Ped Mountain Creek Tr Off road unpaved trail 0% 22% 22% 275 193 BP-311 Bike Ped Guess Rd On road Bicycle Lane and pedestrian pathway 1% 20% 22% 276 194 BP-477 Bike Ped Pritchard's Mill Creek Trail Off road unpaved trail 0% 21% 21% 277 195 BP-314 Bike Ped Bacon Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 20% 21% 278 196 BP-332 Bike Ped Ben Johnston Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 4% 16% 21% 279 197 BP-360 Bike Ped Bivens Rd/Terry Rd On road bicycle facility 0% 20% 21% 280 198 BP-476 Bike Ped Jones Ferry Road Parallel Off road unpaved trail 1% 20% 20% Trail 281 199 BP-318 Bike Ped Ebenezer Church Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 19% 19% 282 200 BP-315 Bike Ped Bill Poole Rd/Hopkins Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 19% 19% 283 201 BP-316 Bike Ped Saint Marys Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 18% 19% 284 202 BP-317 Bike Ped Craig Rd On road 4' Paved Shoulder 0% 18% 18% 285 203 BP-379 Bike Ped Halls Mill Rd Unspecified On-road Bike Improvement 0% 12% 12% NCDOT PROJECTS LOCATED /N BGMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description Let/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date SS-6207G 50502 NC 87 (East Webb Avenue) at Flanner Street, Pedestrian signal 5/11/23 12/31/23 $60,000 Planning and design activities Dawn McPherson installation and crosswalk pavement markings. underway. Utility relocations underway. Concrete work complete. Resurfacing and Pavement Markings Pending. U-6011 Intersection improvements at US 70 (South Church Street) and 9/19/24 FY2027 $3,000,000 Planning and design activities Chris Smitherman 47146.1 .1 SR 1158 (Huffman Mill Rd) in Burlington underway - ROW Certified. Utilities 47146.2.1 underway. 47146.3.1 15BPR.54 Rehab on Structure #197 in Guilford County on SR 1117 (S. 1/21/25 FY2028 $5,000,000 Planning and design activities Kristy Alford Holden Street) over 1-85 Business and on Structure #148 on 1-40 underway over Haw River in Alamance County 1-6059 Interchange improvements at 1-40/1-85 and SR 1981 1/21/25 FY2027 $48,000,000 Planning and design activities Brian Ketner 48689.1 .1 (Trollingwood-Hawfields Road) in Mebane underway. CMGC delivery. 48689.2.1 48689.3.1 50547 NC 49 at Green Level Church Road/James Boswell Road - 4/17/25 FY2026 $650,000 Planning and design activities Trung Nguyen Realign Intersection underway. 25% plans complete. meeting to be scheduled. U-6014 Widen SR 1716 (Graham-Hopedale Rd) to multi-lanes with 5/20/25 FY2027 $13,200,000 Planning and design activities Suzana Matta 47159.1 .1 Bicycle/Pedestrian accommodations from SR 1720 (West underway, Includes EB-5882. ROW 47159.2.1 Hanover Rd) to Morningside Drive in Burlington Acquisition underway. 47159.3.1 BR-0060 Replace Bridge #14 on NC 14 over Cane Creek 9/16/25 FY2026 $5,900,000 Planning and design activities David Stutts underway EB-5885 Construct sidewalk on US 70 (N. Church St.) from Beaumont 9/25/25 FY 2027 $120,000 Municipal Agreement required to begin City of Avenue to SR 1716 (Graham Hopedale Road) work Burlington/Stephen Robinson EB-5879 Construct sidewalk on US 70 (N. Church St.) from SR 1716 9/25/25 FY2027 $200,000 Municipal Agreement required to begin City of (Graham Hopedale Road) to SR 1719 (Sellars Mill Road) work Burlington/Stephen Robinson U-6131 Install dual left turn lanes in westbound direction at NC 54 (W. 1/15/26 FY2028 $3,500,000 Planning and design activities pending Brandon Green Harden Street) at NC 49 (Maple Ave.) in Burlington EB-5988 Construct sidewalk on Lee Ave./W. Lebanon Ave. to SR 1454 8/25/26 FY2028 $272,000 Municipal Agreement required to begin Town of (W. Haggard Ave.) in Elon work Elon/Stephen Robinson AV-5851 Construct 100' paved overrun and make safety enhancements at 1/22/27 FY29 $2,080,000 Planning and design activities Caleb Whitby the Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport underway BGMPO Aug 2024 Page 1 NCDOT PROJECTS LOCATED /N BGMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description Let/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date U-5844 Construct multi-lanes on NC62 from SR 1430 (Ramada Road) to 3/16/27 FY2030 $21 ,000,000 Planning and design activities Brandon Green 50234.1 .1 US 70 (South Church Street) in Burlington underway - Field Inspection held. 50234.2.1 ROW acquisitions 65% complete. 50234.3.1 BP7-R016 Replace Bridge #113 on SR 1003 (Lindley Mill Road) 10/7/27 FY2029 $1 ,200,000 Planning and design activities Daniel Dagenhart underway - Plans at 65% B-6052 Replace bridge 68 over NCRR / Norfolk Southern Railroad on 1/18/28 FY2029 $2,500,000 PE funding approved 5/6/19. Planning David Stutts 48709.1 .1 SR 1928 (Trollingwood Road) in Haw River and design activities underway. 48709.2.1 48709.3.1 U-6013 Widen NC 119 to multi-lanes from SR 1981 (Trollingwood- 5/16/28 FY2031 $6,200,000 Planning and design activities Suzana Matta 47158.1 .4 Hawfields Rd)/ SR 2126 (Old Hillsborough Rd) to Lowes Blvd underway, ROW certified and utilities 47158.2.4 (non-system) in Mebane. underay. 47158.3.4 U-6114 Install traffic signal and add turn lanes at NC 62 (Alamance 10/16/29 FY2031 $900,000 Planning and design activities Brandon Green Road) at SR 1155 (Hatchery Road)/Bonnie Lane intersection in pending. (Funded for Prelim. Burlington Engineering only) U-6009 Widen and construct center turn lane on US70 (West Church St) 1/15/30 FY2032 $6,337,000 Planning and design activities pending Suzana Matta 47144.1 .1 from Tarleton Ave. to Fifth Street in Burlington 47144.2.1 47144.3.1 1-6009 Interchange improvements at 1-40/1-85 and SR 1158 (Huffman 6/20/30 FY2032 $936,000 Planning and design activities Brandon Green 47962.1 .1 Mill Road). Construct additional right turn lane on 1-40 WB Ramp pending. (Funded for Prelim. 47962.2.1 and improve operations at SR 1308 (Garden Road) intersection Engineering only) 47962.3.1 in Burlington BP7-R023 Replace Bridge #238 on SR 2128 (Old Hillsborough Road) 9/18/31 FY2033 $700,000 Planning and design activities Daniel Dagenhart underway BP7-R018 Replace Bridge #254 on SR 2104 (Mandale Road) 10/7/32 FY2034 $700,000 Planning and design activities pending Daniel Dagenhart BP7-R019 Replace Bridge #103 on SR 2182 (Perry Road) 10/21/32 FY2034 $700,000 Daniel Dagenhart SM-6107D E.M. Holt Elementary School located at 4751 NC 62, Burlington, TBD $750,000 Planning and design activities TL,Lj 51319 NC, south of Burlington. Internal campus improvements as underway. Work performed by school identified in Traffic Operations Study SCH-F-2019-074 to contain system with reimbursement by school-related traffic queues on campus. department. Work underway. SM-6107E Alexander Wilson Elementary School located at 2518 NC 54, TBD TRn $750,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51446 Haw River, NC, in Swepsonville. Alamance County Schools to underway. Work performed by school provide funds as needed in excess of program cap. Internal system with reimbursement by campus improvements as identified in Traffic Operations Study department. Work underway. SCH-F-2021-065 to provide traffic queue storage on campus. BGMPO Aug 2024 Page 2 NCDOT PROJECTS LOCATED /N BGMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS # Description Let/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date SS-6207AA NC 62 at SR 1002 (Jeffries Cross Road), north of Green Level. TBD T $25,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51338 Convert intersection to all way stop control. underway SS-6207AB SR 1500 (Gibsonville Ossipee Road) at SR 1553 (Midway TBD Tr - $25,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51339 Church Road / Guilford County Farm Road), southwest of underway Ossipee. Convert intersection to all way stop control. SS-6207AE SR 1003 (Lindley Mill Road) at SR 2172 (Moores Chapel TBD TBD $52,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51426 Cemetery Road) near Graham. Convert intersection from two underway way stop to all-way stop with overhead flasher. SS-6207AG NC 87 at SR 2172 (Moores Chapel Cemetery Road) near TBD TBD $49,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51428 Graham. Convert intersection from two way stop to all-way stop underway with overhead flasher. SS-6207AH SR 2424 (S. Maple Street) at W. Gilbreath Street in Mebane. TBD TBD $25,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51471 Convert intersection to all way stop operation. underway SS-6207AI SR 1003 (Lindley Mill Road) at SR 1005 (Greensboro Chapel Hill TBD TBD $25,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51472 Road), south of Saxapahaw. Convert intersection to all way stop underway traffic control. Change existing overhead flasher to all red displays. SS-6207AJ SR 1581 (Stony Creek Church Road) at SR 1587 (Pagetown TBD TBD $25,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51429 Road), north of Burlington. Convert intersection to all way stop underway control. SS-6207Y SR 1001 (Union Ridge Road) at SR 1002 (Jeffries Cross Road), TBD TBD $33,000 Planning and design activities TBD 51342 north of Burlington. Convert intersection to all way stop control. underway Revise existing overhead flasher to all red displays. Signal Inv# 07-0002. 48916 Shift NC 61 and NC 100 intersection in Gibsonville to improve TBD TBD $650,000 Planning and design activities Trung Nguyen turning radii for trucks underway - ROW underway BGMPO Aug 2024 Page 3 8/14/2024 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 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 2/17/2025 78.17 91 .86 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 9/29/2022 1/13/2025 100.00 55.26 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 6/27/2024 100.00 100.00 MEBANE INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION C204905 10 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS. CAROLINA SUNROCK Howell, Bobby J $3,783,925.02 4/1/2024 10/1/2025 7/2/2024 LLC C204959 29 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS. VECELLIO & GROGAN Hayes, PE, $5,067,692.35 7/8/2024 11/15/2025 7/6/2024 11/15/2025 3.00 15.26 INC DBA SHARPE Meredith D BORHTERS D000588 NC 87 AND SR 1719 (SELLARS MILL ROAD / FSC II LLC DBA FRED Howell, Bobby J $3,205,254.10 11/1/2023 5/1/2025 6/10/2024 5/1/2025 52.00 53.68 POMEROY ST) SMITH COMPANY DG00630 CULVERT IMPROVEMENTS ON SR 2158 (DARRELL CHATHAM CIVIL Howell, Bobby J $874,000,000.00 1/29/2024 9/24/2024 1/29/2024 7/17/2024 100.00 100.00 NEWTON DRIVE) CONTRACTING LLC D000631 R-5787FA INTERSECTIONS OF VARIOUS US, NC AND SR EASTERN Howell, Bobby J $919,609.00 3/18/2024 3/18/2026 5/21/2024 3/18/2026 30.00 32.39 ROUTES EARTHSCAPES & CONSTRUCTION LLC D000633 R-5787K INTERSECTIONS OF VARIOUS US, NC AND SR HOLLINS Howell, Bobby J $992,602.20 3/18/2024 3/18/2026 5/6/2024 3/18/2026 18.60 35.35 ROUTES CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC Page 1 of 1 NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN CPRPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS# Description Let/Start Date Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date SS-6207T Portions of Twenty-One(21)Routes. Curve Warning Sign 9/20/23 9/30/24 $200,000 Planning and design activities underway. Dawn McPherson 51112 Installation. Construction underway. 51130 Eliminate slip ramp on SR 1120 (Mt Willing Rd)at SR 1117 5/20/24 Summer 2024 $75,000 Planning and design activities underway. Matthew Whitley (Oak Grove Church Rd) Construction Complete. BP7-R009 Replace Bridge#11 on SR 1336(Halls Mill Road) 9/17/26 FY2028 $2,900,000 Planning and design activities underway Daniel Dagenhart BP7.R009.1 ROW acquisition underway. BP7.R009.2 BP7.R009.3 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 Trung Nguyen 45910.1.1 (Buckhorn Road)to west of SR 1006(Orange Grove Road). 45910.3.1 BP7-R017 Replace Bridge#14 on SR 1548(Schley Road) 9/7/28 FY2030 $1,500,000 Planning and design activities underway Daniel Dagenhart BP7.R017.1 ROW acquisition underway. BP7.R017.2 BP7.R017.3 R-5821A Construct operational improvements including 6/17/31 FY2033 $3,194,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17,design Suzana Matta 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 2024 Page 1 North Carolina Department of Transportation 8/6/2024 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 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 6/17/2026 43 42.69 COUNTY LINE AND 1-40 WESTBOUND IN DURHAM COUNTY NEAR US- CONSTRUCTION Bojan 15/501. CORPORATION C204806 RESURFACING 27 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS CAROLINA SUNROCK Howell,Bobby J $4,512,658.45 3/15/2023 9/15/2024 5/22/2023 9/15/2024 60 56.61 LLC C204905 10 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS CAROLINA SUNROCK Howell,Bobby J $3,783,925.02 4/1/2024 10/1/2025 7/2/2024 LLC DG00631 R-5787FA INTERSECTIONS OF VARIOUS US,NC AND SR ROUTES.UPGRADING EASTERN Howell,Bobby J $919,609.00 3/18/2024 3/18/2026 5/21/2024 3/18/2026 30 32.39 OF NON-COMPLIANT ADA CURB RAMPS EARTHSCAPRES AND CONSTRUCTION LLC DG00633 R-5787K INTERSECTIONS OF VARIOUS US,NC AND SR ROUTES.UPGRADING HOLLINS Howell,Bobby J $992,602.20 3/18/2024 3/18/2026 5/6/2024 3/18/2026 18.6 35.35 OF NON-COMPLIANT ADA CURB RAMPS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC Page 1 of 1 NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN DCHCMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS# Description LET/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date SS-6207T Portions of Twenty-One(21)Routes.Curve Warning Sign 9/20/2023 9/30/24 $200,000 Planning and design activities underway. Dawn McPherson 51112 Installation. Construction started. SS-6207A NC 54 Pedestrian improvements between SR 1902 2/15/2024 10/31/2024 $171,000 Planning and design activities underway. Dawn McPherson 50337 (Manning Drive)and SR 1937(Old Fayetteville Road)in Materials have arrived and work has Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Improvements will include refuge begun. islands,crosswalks and pedestrian signals. Improvements to be completed by state forces. 51130 Eliminate slip ramp on SR 1120(Mt.Willing Road)at SR 5/20/2024 Summer 2024 $75,000 Funding approved by BOT.Traffic Matthey Whitley 1117(Oak Grove Church Road) Services revision complete.Construction by Maintenance complete. P-5701 B Construct Platform, Passenger Rail Station Building at 7/1/2024 FY2025 $7,200,000 PE funding scheduled 7/1/2020. Planning Matthew Simmons 46395.1.1 Milepost 41.7 Norfolk Southern H-line in Hillsborough and deisgn activities underway 46395.3.3 HL-0045 Repair Bridge#241 on Exchange Park Lane over Eno River 9/26/2024 FY2027 $153,800 Agreement executed, Hillsborough to Town of from South Churton Street to Faribult Lane in Hillsborough prepare environmental documents and Hillsborough/Stephen plans. Review of final plans underway. Robinson EB-5721 Upgrade existing off-road path and construct new section of 9/26/2024 FY2025 $2,400,000 Bids opened 7/17/23-Bids rejected. Town of Chapel path of Bicycle Route#1 from Cleland Drive to Willow Drive Project on Hold.Chapel Hill to seek Hill/Stephen Robinson in Chapel Hill additional funding and relet at a future date. EL-4828A Construct Morgan Creek Greenway Phase 1 in Carrboro 10/24/2024 FY2026 $372,000 Review comments provided to Carrboro in Town of June 2023 for revisions and resubmittal. Carrboro/Stephen Resubmittal under review. Robinson C-5181 Jones Creek Greenway Project-Fill Gap between the 11/21/2024 FY2026 $654,000 Environmental document approved Town of Carrboro Upper Bolin Trail and Twin Creeks Greenway and 8/14/23. NCDOT to review plans once Carrboro/Stephen also implement program to support on-vehicle trips to Morris Carrboro develops and submits. Robinson Grove Elementary School HS-2007J Install a new crosswalk with Rapid Rectangular Flashing 11/21/2024 6/30/2025 $300,000 Planning and deisgn activities underway Suzana Matts Beacons(RRFB), raised center island,pedestrian signage, and approximately 125 linear feet of sidewalk on NC 86 at Critz Drive in Chapel Hill Page 1 DCHCMPO Aug 2024 NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN DCHCMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS# Description LET/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date BL-0044 NC 54 from Westbrook Drive in Carrboro to west of US 1/16/2025 7/31/2025 $1,311,000 Construction funding to be requested once Trung Nguyen 49998.1.1 15/501/NC 86(South Columbia Street)interchange in municipal agreements are executed. Chapel Hill. Construct sidewalk and install pedestrian Chapel Hill MA executed,Carrboro MA signals,crosswalks,and refuge islands at selected locations. has also been executed. Utility Relocations Underway. BR-0092 Replace Bridge#37 on NC 86 over New Hope Creek 8/19/2025 FY2028 $2,900,000 Planning and design activities underway Alexander Foster C-5650 Construct sidewalk on one side of SR 1919(Smith Level 12/4/2025 FY2028 $1,718,000 Carrboro approved to incorporate water Town of Road/S.Greensboro St.)from Public Works Drive to the line work into design. Env doc returned w Carrboro/Stephen northern end of Old Pittsboro Road in Carrboro comments on 12/10/21. Document to be Robinson updated to include additional limits for resurfacing. NCDOT waiting on revised HO-0013 Chapel Hill from Franklin Street and Rosemary Street,and 2/26/2026 FY28 $2,100,000 Project approved by BOT and assigned. Stephen Robinson 51177.1.1 the streets in between from Merritt Mill Road to Henderson Municipal agreement executed. 51177.2.1 Street in downtown Chapel Hill. Install new mast arm and 51177.2.2 51177.3.1 curb and sidewalk improvements. 1-3306AC 1-40 at NC 86-Upgrade to superstreet from Northwood Drive 5/19/2026 FY2029 $4,350,000 Planning and design activities underway Radha Attaluri to Ramp C/D at 1-40 interchange BP7-R009 Replace Bridge#11 on SR 1336(Halls Mill Road) 9/17/2026 FY2029 $2,900,000 Planning and design activities underway Daniel Dagenhart ROW acquisisition complete. EB-5886A Construct sidewalk/MUP/bike lanes on Estes Drive from SR 9/17/2026 FY2029 $848,000 Municipal agreement needs to be Town of 1772(North Greensboro Street)to south of Norfolk Southern requested and executed to begin work. Carrboro/Stephen Railroad Tracks in the Town of Carrboro Robinson EB-5998 Construct MUP on US 15/501 from Willow Drive to SR 9/30/2026 FY2028 $2,044,000 Municipal agreement needs to be Town of Chapel 1741/SR 1838(Old Durham Chapel Hill Road)in Chapel Hill requested and executed to begin work. Hill/Stephen Robinson EB-5886B Construct sidewalk/MUP/bike lanes on Estes Drive from 10/1/2026 FY2028 $3,104,000 Municipal agreement executed and project Town of Chapel south of Norfolk Southern Railroad to NC 86(MLK Jr. Blvd.) development underway. Hill/Stephen Robinson in Chapel Hill Page 2 DCHCMPO Aug 2024 NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN DCHCMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS# Description LET/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date 1-5958 Pavement Rehabilitation on 1-40/1-85 from West of SR 1114 11/17/2026 FY2028 $8,690,000 Planning and design activities pending Trung Nguyen 45910.1.1 (Buckhorn Road)to West of SR 1006(Orange Grove Road) 45910.3.1 B-6037 Replace Bridge#49 over Norfolk Southern Railway on NC 4/20/2027 FY2031 $10,600,000 Planning and design activities underway Brandon Green 86 BP7-R013 Replace Bridge#90 on SR 1940(Damascus Church Road) 9/16/2027 FY2030 $800,000 Planning and design activities underway Daniel Dagenhart Plans at 25% EB-5880 Construct sidewalk on the north side of SR 1005(Jones 9/30/2027 FY2029 $441,000 Municipal agreement needs to be Town of Ferry Road)from Davie Road to SR 1010(West Main St.)in requested and executed to begin work. Carrboro/Stephen Carrboro Robinson EB-5890 Construct sidewalk on Barnes Street from King Street to SR 9/30/2027 FY2029 $230,000 Municipal agreement needs to be Town of 1005(Jones Ferry Road)in Carrboro requested and executed to begin work. Carrboro/Stephen Robinson BR-0247 Replace Bridge#29 on US 70 Business/NC 86 over Cates 11/16/2027 FY2029 Pending Preliminary activities pending Bryan Key Creek BR-0091 Replace Bridge#32 on US 70 over the Eno River 10/17/2028 FY2032 $4,000,000 Planning and design activities underway Jon Gaillard BP7-R015 Replace Bridge#86 on SR 1942(Jones Ferry Road) 9/6/2029 FY2031 $1,700,000 Planning and design activities underway. Daniel Dagenhart Detour needs improvements so will need to see if resurfacing funds available or switch to TIP project.TBD U-5845 Widen SR 1009(South Churton Street)to multi-lanes from 1- 7/16/2030 FY2033 $49,238,000 PE funding approved 5/14/15, Planning Radha Attaluri 50235.1.1 40 to Eno River in Hillsborough and Design activities underway, 50235.2.1 Coordinate with 1-0305B which was 50235.3.1 formerly 1-5967. Page 3 DCHCMPO Aug 2024 NCDOT DIV 7 PROJECTS LOCATED IN DCHCMPO - UNDER DEVELOPMENT TIP/WBS# Description LET/Start Completion Cost Status Project Lead Date Date BP7-R007 Replace Bridge#63 on Pleasant Green Road 9/5/2030 FY2033 $2,500,000 Planning and design activities underway Daniel Dagenhart I-0305B Interchange improvements at I-85 and SR 1009(South 10/15/2030 FY2033 $16,900,000 PE funding approved 9/8/17, Planning and Colin Mellor 34142.1.5 Churton Street)in Hillsborough Design activities underway,Coordinate 34142.3.3 with 1-0305 and U-5845.(1-0305B was 34142.3.4 formerly 1-5967) 34142.2.4 R-5821A Construct operational improvements including 6/17/2031 FY2033 $7,000,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17,design Suzana Matta 47093.1.2 Bicycle/Pedestrian accommodations on NC 54 from SR activities currently suspended, 47093.2.2 1006(Orange Grove Road)to SR 1107/SR 1937(Old Coordinating with NC54 West Corridor 47093.3.2 Fayetteville Road). Study 1-0305(A) Widening of 1-85 from west of SR1006(Orange Grove Road) 1/20/2032 FY2036 $132,000,000 PE funding approved 6/5/18, Planning and Colin Mellor 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 1-0305C Interchange improvements at 1-85 and NC 86 in 11/16/2032 FY2035 $20,900,000 PE funding approved 10/10/17, Planning Colin Mellor 34142.1.6 Hillsborough and Design activities underway, 1-0305C was formerly 1-5984. U-4726DF Bicycle detection at signalized intersections in Carrboro TBD TBD $36,000 Plans at 90%completion-Plan review Town of comments returned back to the Town of Carrboro/Stephen Carrboro for revisions.To be Re-Let. Robinson SS-6207AF SR 1004(Efland-Cedar Grove Road)at SR 1306(Lebanon TBD TBD $25,000 Planning and design activities underway TBD 51427 Road),west of Hillsborough.Convert intersection to all way stop traffic control(without flasher). Page 4 DCHCMPO Aug 2024 North Carolina Department of Transportation 8/6/2024 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 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 6/17/2026 43 42.69 COUNTY LINE AND 1-40 WESTBOUND IN DURHAM COUNTY NEAR US- CONSTRUCTION Bojan 15/501. CORPORATION C204806 RESURFACING 27 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS CAROLINA SUNROCK Howell,Bobby J $4,512,658.45 3/15/2023 9/15/2024 5/22/2023 9/15/2024 60 56.61 LLC C204905 10 SECTIONS OF SECONDARY ROADS CAROLINA SUNROCK Howell,Bobby J $3,783,925.02 4/1/2024 10/1/2025 7/2/2024 LLC DG00631 R-5787FA INTERSECTIONS OF VARIOUS US,NC AND SR ROUTES.UPGRADING EASTERN Howell,Bobby J $919,609.00 3/18/2024 3/18/2026 5/21/2024 3/18/2026 30 32.39 OF NON-COMPLIANT ADA CURB RAMPS EARTHSCAPRES AND CONSTRUCTION LLC DG00633 R-5787K INTERSECTIONS OF VARIOUS US,NC AND SR ROUTES.UPGRADING HOLLINS Howell,Bobby J $992,602.20 3/18/2024 3/18/2026 5/6/2024 3/18/2026 18.6 35.35 OF NON-COMPLIANT ADA CURB RAMPS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC Page 1 of 1 Scope of Work EXHIBIT B Orange County Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Scope of Work, Schedule, and Fee Estimate 7 August 2024 The following scope of work is based on the RFLOI issued in May 2024, proposal response submitted in June 2024, an interview and discussion with selection committee members on Friday June 12, 2024, and a scoping discussion on June 19, 2024. The objective of the bicycle and pedestrian plan is to formalize a cohesive and actionable strategy for multimodal facility design, development, and implementation for the unincorporated areas of Orange County. The Stantec Team ("Consultant") will facilitate this planning process in partnership with: • Project Team ("Client") including Orange County and DCHC MPO staff; • Core Technical Team ("CTT" or"Committee") of approximately five (5) to 10 members. TASK 1: PROJECT ADMINISTRATION Stantec will prepare a Project Work Plan (PWP) and milestone schedule to organize the planning process and update the PWP in conjunction with monthly invoices. The Client will organize a Core Technical Team (CTT)who will regularly provide direction on analysis, feedback, and coordinate next steps. A subset of the CTT will form the Prioritization Working Group (PWG), who will specifically guide the data-driven evaluation criteria and prioritization process. Stantec will organize and facilitate meetings with the Orange County Project Team, Core Technical Team (CTT), and Prioritization Working Group (PWG). Involved members will be expected to share resources, drive conversation, provide direction, and perform outreach outside of meetings to drive participation in our engagement process. • Stantec will facilitate a virtual client kick-off meeting with the Project Team (comprised of the County PM and additional designee) to review goals, deliverables, communication strategy, data resources, roles, and scheduling needs. • Subsequent coordination meetings will be conducted virtually with the Project Team as needed, presumably biweekly or monthly, depending on level of activity. • Half of the CTT meetings (up to 5) will be held virtually, and half will be held in-person (up to 5) and concurrent with scheduled in-person public events. Stantec will prepare a data needs list and rely upon the Project Team to provide website links or obtain relevant GIS datasets, previous plans, policies, or other related resources. TASK 1 DELIVERABLES: • Conduct 1 (one) virtual project kickoff meeting • Client coordination meetings to review schedule logistics — presumably biweekly or monthly, depending on level of activity • Facilitate meetings with Core Technical Team (CTT), up to 10 total • Facilitate up to two (2) Prioritization Working Group meetings (PWG) • Generation of a Project Work Plan (PWP) and milestone schedule — updated monthly • Generate and share data needs list • Complete and submit monthly invoices TASK 2: PUBLIC AND STAKEHOLDER INVOLVEMENT Page 1 Scope of Work The Consultant will develop a Public Involvement Plan (PIP) to coordinate outreach events, meeting formats, expectations, communications, and identify potential stakeholders. Public outreach methods will include the following: Project website: The Consultant will develop materials, purchase a website domain for a period of 24-months, and host a project webpage for this planning process. The website will include an online survey of mobility preferences and an interactive webmap that utilizes ArcGIS Online for identifying destinations, barriers, or safety hazards. After the 24-month period, the website domain will be available to transfer ownership to Orange County at their annual cost of renewal. Social media: The Consultant will prepare content before public meetings for the Client to share on its social media channels. The Client and CTT members will support promotion. Stakeholder listening sessions: The consultant will conduct up to four (4) virtual stakeholder sessions with groups of 6-20 attendees according to topic. The Client will be responsible for identifying potential attendees and schedule logistics. The Consultant will listen and document the discussion on-screen so that attendees are active participants that steer the conversation. Community pop-up events: The Consultant will participate in two (2) community events, identified in consultation with the Client, to inform community members about the project and solicit feedback. Ideally one or both community events will be concurrent with the Durham- Chapel Hill-Carrboro MPO's safety action plan engagement. The two events will be organized around different themes: identifying problems, local destinations or corridors/intersections of interest (Round #1) and refining the project draft recommendations and implementation strategy (Round #2). The Consultant will prepare event materials that can be re-used, and share with the Client and CTT members, so they can coordinate additional community pop-up events as needed and as the schedule allows. Public workshops (up to two): Formal public workshop are necessary in any planning process, and our team will make them interactive and fun so that attendees feel heard and valued. We expect two rounds of public meetings. • The first will address issues, challenges, and vision for mobility. • The second round will validate feedback and demonstrate the use of input in draft project recommendations. TASK 2 DELIVERABLES: • Public Involvement Plan (PIP) • (1) Project website, (1) Public survey, and (1) Interactive webmap, including • Community pop-up events (up to 2) • Stakeholder listening sessions (up to 4) • Public workshops (up to 2) • Summary of engagement strategies and feedback received • Source data and layouts for meeting displays (in appendix) TASK 3: BACKGROUND DATA ASSEMBLY AND PLAN REVIEW The Consultant will assess existing conditions relevant to the study, including both physical and policy/programmatic conditions. Prior planning efforts will be reviewed up to eight (8) plans, which may include: • Orange County Transportation Multimodal Plan (2024) • Orange County Safe Routes to School Plan (2024) • Orange County Transit Plan (2023) Page 2 Scope of Work • NC Moves 2050 Plan (2021) • Orange County Comprehensive Transportation Plan (2013) • Orange County Comprehensive Plan (2008) The Client will identify current transportation improvement projects, include existing, committed, and planned roadways, bicycle and pedestrian, and public transit improvement projects. The Consultant will review these identified projects for identified bike and pedestrian transportation improvements. CTT members will identify completed projects, errors, or omissions in prior plans, current or anticipated County priorities, and other pertinent information. The Client will identify and provide relevant GIS data and/or links to publicly available data as requested in the data needs list. These may include data from Orange County and its municipal jurisdictions, NCDOT Traffic Safety Unit (TSU), NCDOT Integrated Mobility Division (IMD), and the statewide NC One Map data library. The Consultant will integrate relevant GIS datasets from multiple sources into file geodatabase (.GDB) format, shared with the client team, and with the final plan appendix deliverable. Once assembled, the Consultant will analyze physical and infrastructure conditions throughout the study area, in addition to public destinations (parks, schools, grocery stores) and areas of interest for walking or biking. The Consultant will examine transportation-disadvantaged populations using the NCDOT IMD Transportation Disadvantage Index (TDI) planning tool, and utilize these findings for project prioritization. TASK 3 DELIVERABLES: • Review and summary of prior planning efforts and policy • Assembly of GIS data resources, and current mobility file geodatabase (.GDB) • List of planned roadway resurfacing projects TASK 4: MULTIMODAL ACCESS NETWORK The Consultant will use synthesized existing conditions (Task 3) and public feedback (Task 2) to construct draft network maps of pedestrian and bicycle facilities that are compatible with NCDOT Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) categories. The Client team and CTT members will review these networks, and edits will be incorporated. The pedestrian network will form the long-term vision for linear pedestrian facilities and crossing facilities, and may include sidewalks, sidepaths, greenways, trails, midblock crossings, or intersection improvements. The bicycle network will form the long-term vision for linear bicycle facilities and crossing improvements, and may include shared streets, on-road bikeways, off-road bikeways, greenways, trails, or intersection improvements. The Consultant and Client will review and revise these networks in a collaborative, iterative process to prioritize consistency and facilitate ease of integration into future updates of regional transportation plans (CTP, MTP, STIP). Digital files and source data will be shared with the Client during the planning process, and upon completion of the project, as an appendix. TASK 4 DELIVERABLES: • Draft and Final Network Plans (Bicycle and Pedestrian) • Digital Network Plans (Bicycle and Pedestrian) TASK 5: PRIORITIZATION OF NETWORK GAPS This task refines the network plan developed in Task 4 to a prioritized list of project recommendations based upon designated evaluation criteria. The Consultant will identify network gaps, as well as an initial evaluation methodology based upon the 2024 Transportation Multimodal Plan prioritization process. PWG members will be tasked with review, refinement, Page 3 Scope of Work and direction within two (2) rounds of prioritization to identify near- term project needs in an objective, data-informed manner: Prioritization Round 1 identifies potential criteria for evaluating priority and the relative weighting of each criterion. Criteria may include: safety, connectivity, demand, equity, public input, feasibility (constructability), and/or local priority. The PWG will vote on weights and composite scores will be shared for discussion and direction on next steps. Prioritization Round 2 involves review and discussion of a prioritized list of projects, as well as any necessary adjustments to evaluation criteria weights before finalizing the methodology. The Consultant will generate a technical memorandum to document the data inputs, evaluation criteria, relative weights, and the process of normalizing scores for this data-informed process. TASK 5 DELIVERABLES: • Technical memorandum of prioritization methodology • Prioritization spreadsheet with evaluation criteria, weights, and normalized scores TASK 6: IMPLEMENTATION RECOMMENDATIONS This task expands upon Task 5 to examine implementation in two different methods: feasibility and conceptual design, and planning-level cost estimates. First, the Consultant and Client will identify up to 10 higher-priority, near-term projects from Task 5 to receive a feasibility-level review and conceptual design (not more than 10% engineering-level design) of the proposed recommendation. These projects will be portrayed as "Project cutsheets", and will include graphic visualization(s) of potential treatments and refined planning-level cost estimates that support integration into NCDOT Project Delivery Network (PDN) and Prioritization (SPOT) processes. Second, planning-level cost estimates will be developed for all prioritized projects to provide a basic understanding of current and future project costs for budgeting. Probable funding sources or phasing will be incorporated. TASK 6 DELIVERABLES: • Up to 10 priority projects with individual cutsheets and visualizations • Planning-level cost estimates for all project recommendations TASK 7: POLICIES AND FUNDING STRATEGY This task contemplates policy and programmatic recommendations to complement facilities constructed through transportation improvement processes. Having reviewed current Orange County policies for consistency in Task 3 and discussed with stakeholders during the Task 2, the Consultant will recommend policy changes, which may include revisions to: • Unified Development Ordinance (2023) • Complete Streets and Vision Zero Policy (2022) • Public Participation Policy (2019) • Safe Routes to School Action Plan (2014 / 2024) • Bicycling Orange County brochure (2010) • Comprehensive Plan (2008) The Consultant will generate a matrix of policy enhancements, with appropriate partnerships, lead agency, and timeline(s). The Client will review these proposed enhancements and will collaborate with the Consultant to refine enhancements to the final set of recommendations. This Task also includes development of a funding strategy. The Consultant will develop an Page 4 Scope of Work Orange County-specific funding strategy detailing potential discretionary grant programs with timelines, eligibility requirements, applicability to potential project types, and partnerships. TASK 7 DELIVERABLES: • Policy Enhancement Matrix and Recommendations • Funding Strategy for Orange County TASK 8: DOCUMENTATION The Consultant will summarize and provide draft materials for one round of review and comment by the Project Team and Core Technical Team. One (1) round of review is anticipated, and one (1) set of consolidated review comments will be compiled by the client and share with the Consultant. Revisions will be made within two (2) weeks, and the Consultant will deliver a Final Plan, which constitutes the Final Report. The final plan will be concise and graphically rich, emphasizing maps, summaries, and photos to make it easy to read and understand by non-technical residents. Technical summaries, engagement results, and other materials will be compiled as Appendices, to be delivered separately in a digital format to the Client. The Consultant will develop a presentation synthesizing the planning process and recommendations to support a presentation to the Orange County Board of Commissioners for endorsement or adoption. TASK 8 DELIVERABLES: • Draft plan for review and comment • Final plan PDF • Digital source files (GIS databases, InDesign packages) assembled as Appendix • Presentation slides for endorsement /adoption Page 5 Scope of Work Schedule The following schedule outlines the general timeline for key milestones associated with this scope of work, beginning August 2024. Month # Task 1 , 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1- Project Administration--------------- p • • •- --•- - • I • • • • • 2 Public&Sakeholder Engagement- ♦ I-----+II------ ----------tI-- - I ----- ------f------ 3 Background Data Assembly&Plan Review I I I --- ------------ --- --------- --- -- --- ------ 4 Comprehensive Ped-Bike-Transit Access Network Plan I I I 5 Prioritization of Network Gaps 6 Implementation&Priority Corridors 7 1 Po li cy&Fu nd i ng Strategy 8 IDocumentation F—T❑ ■ LEGEND O Kickoff Meeting • Core Technical Team Meetings ♦ Community Engagement Events(2 rounds) ❑ Draft Plan ■ Final Plan Note: tentative schedule for project planning, subject to activities and calendar of events. zzoo The following fee outlines the approximate budget by task. # TASK DESCRIPTION Budget 1 Project Administration $30,000 2 Public/ Stakeholder Engagement $47,500 3 Background Data Collection and Plan Review $32,500 4 Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Transit Access Network Plan $35,000 5 Prioritization of Network Gaps and Transit Access $22,500 6 Implementation Recommendations for Select Priority Corridors $32,500 7 Policies and Funding Strategy $25,000 8 Documentation $25,000 $ 250,000 Page 6