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full board packet

MARIN COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Board of Supervisors Chambers, Room 330
3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903
AGENDA
Monday July 21, 2014
10:00 a.m. Convene as the Marin County Transit District Board of
Directors
1.
Open Time for Public Expression (limited to three minutes per speaker
on items not on the Transit District’s agenda)
2.
Board of Directors’ Matters
3.
General Manager’s Oral Report
a. Monthly Monitoring Report, with List of Marin Transit Bus
Routes
b. Customer Feedback Report
c. Mobility Management Report
4.
Consent Calendar
a. Minutes for June 23, 2014
b. Resolution of Support for MTC Active Transportation
Program Grant
c. Third Addendum to Agreement with Bellecci & Associates
for the South Novato Bus Stop Improvement Project
d. TransTrack License Agreement
Recommended Action: Approve.
5.
Current and Proposed San Rafael Transit Center Operations
Recommended Action: Information only.
(continued)
6.
Presentation and Discussion of the 2014-2023 Short Range
Transit Plan Strategic Focus Areas
Recommended Action: Information only.
Adjourn
All County public meetings are conducted in accessible locations. Copies of
documents are available in accessible formats upon request. If you require
American Sign Language Interpreters, Assistive Listening Devices or other
accommodations to participate in this meeting, you may request them by
calling (415) 226-0855 (voice) or contact the California Relay Service by
dialing 711 to connect to the telephone listed above. Requests must be
received no less than four working days prior to the meeting to help
ensure availability. For additional information, visit our website at
http://www.marintransit.org.
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MARIN TRANSIT LOCAL ROUTES
17
22
23
29
35
36
45
49
61
65
66
68
71
113
115
117
119
125
126
127
139
Sausalito – Marin City – Mill Valley – San Rafael
San Rafael – San Anselmo – College of Marin – Marin City
Fairfax Manor – San Anselmo – San Rafael – Canal
San Rafael – Larkspur – College of Marin – San Anselmo – Fairfax Manor
Canal – San Rafael
Canal – San Rafael – Marin City
Kaiser/Northgate – Marin Civic Center – San Rafael
Novato – Hamilton – Northgate – Marin Civic Center – San Rafael
Fort Baker – Sausalito – Marin City – Mill Valley – Stinson Beach – Bolinas
Dillon Beach – Tomales – Petaluma
Sausalito – Marin City – Pohono – Muir Woods
San Rafael – San Anselmo – Pt. Reyes Station – Inverness
Novato – San Rafael – Marin City
Redwood High School – Paradise Cay
Sausalito – Marin City – Mill Valley – Strawberry – St. Hilary School
Neil Cummins / Hall MS – San Clemente Park
Tiburon – Belvedere – Redwood HS
Lagunitas – Sir Francis Drake HS – San Anselmo Hub
Sleepy Hollow – San Rafael
White Hill School via Brookside / Manor – Sleepy Hollow
Terra Linda High School – Lucas Valley
151
154
219
228
233
251
257
259
Hamilton – Ignacio – San Jose MS – Novato HS – San Marin HS
Olive – San Marin HS – Sinaloa MS – Downtown Novato
Strawberry – Belvedere – Tiburon
San Rafael – Larkspur Landing – San Anselmo – Fairfax Manor
Santa Venetia – Marin Civic Center – Dominican – San Rafael
San Marin – Novato – Vintage Oaks – IVC – Ignacio
San Rafael – Dominican – Northgate Mall – Smith Ranch Road – Hamilton – Ignacio
San Rafael – Marin Civic Center – Northgate Mall – Marinwood – Hamilton – Novato
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Monthly Monitoring Report for May 2014
The Monthly Monitoring Report is one method that Marin Transit staff uses to track and evaluate route and service
performance. Service planning decisions are based on a combination of service planning goals and performance criteria,
including those based on the transit performance measures under Measure A.
Marin Transit makes changes to improve connections, adjust supplemental school routes, fill identified gaps, or fix missed
connections on a quarterly schedule that matches Golden Gate Transit’s driver sign-ups.
Report Format
The data presented in this report for May is generated directly from Transtrack, Marin Transit’s data management system.
Transtrack allows Marin Transit to consolidate and analyze all operational data from the District’s transit programs and
contractors as one system1.
One of the most significant benefits of the system is the ability to create the Monthly Monitoring report. This report captures all
costs associated with service operations and is not limited to contractor costs. This reporting format most accurately represents
the District’s actual cost of providing service.
Route performance is presented relative to the typology-based targets introduced in the FY2012-2021 Short Range Transit
Plan, adopted by the Board in September 2012. These targets aim to better match routes and service levels to the markets they
are intended to serve. All performance and financial data is consistent with the District’s reporting for the National Transit
Database.
A summary of customer feedback is included as an attachment to the report. This table shows the number of comments, issues,
or complaints received and categorizes them by type and program. Comments are received in various ways: by phone (recorded
by Marin Transit staff, the Golden Gate Transit Customer Service Center, or the service provider directly), written comment
cards, letters, in person, emails, or through an online comment form.
May 2014
In May 2014 Marin Transit carried 311,198 riders on fixed-route transit, approximately 1.6% more riders compared to May
2013. Out of 27 routes, 23 routes met their productivity targets in May 2014, and 21 of the 27 routes met their subsidy targets.
Routes Performing Well or Improving
• Route 35 serving the Canal area of San Rafael remains the most productive fixed route service in terms of
passengers per revenue hour and carried 45,868 passengers, or 63.0 passengers per hour, in May 2014. The route
also exceeded its subsidy goal at $1.36 per passenger.
• Route 36 was the second highest in productivity with 43.9 passengers per revenue hour, and met the Urban
Trunk productivity standard of 25 passengers per hour and its subsidy goal at $2.35 per passenger.
• Route 71 continues to be productive, with 36.6 passengers per revenue hour, and carried 27,283 passengers.
The route also met its subsidy goal at $3.00 per passenger.
Starting July 1, 2013, revenue hours are calculated based on National Transit Database reporting. Beginning with this report for April
2014, an updated calculation methodology is being used, and adjustments are reflected in the year-to-date totals.
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Route 23 carried the second highest number of total passenger trips with 35,493 in May 2014, a 60.9% increase
over a year ago, and was the fourth highest in productivity at 29.9 passengers per revenue hour. This route was
extended through the Canal to the new San Rafael Target Store in August 2013.
Shuttle Route 257 carried 13.0 passengers per hour in May 2014. The route met its subsidy goal at $6.00 per
passenger. The shuttle also experienced a 101.5% increase in ridership compared to a year ago.
Shuttle Route 259 was extended through Hamilton to downtown Novato in August 2013, and experienced a
391.0% increase in ridership in May 2014 compared to a year ago. Route 259 was the most productive shuttle
route, carrying 15.2 passengers per hour. The route met its subsidy goal at $5.12 per passenger.
Shuttle Route 233 carried 13.1 passengers per hour in May 2014. The route also met its subsidy goal at $5.78
per passenger.
Underperforming Routes
• Routes that did not meet their productivity targets (passengers per hour or passenger per trip) in May 2014
include: Routes 22, 126, 139, and 228.
• Routes that did not meet their subsidy targets (subsidy per passenger) in May 2014 include: Routes 17, 22, 29,
45, 49, and 228.
Local Service Operated by Golden Gate Transit
In May 2014, Marin Transit carried 224,807 patrons on local transit service operated by Golden Gate Transit (GGT). The 29.5
passengers per service hour productivity rate for local service is 1.0 passenger per hour higher (+3.5%) than the rate reported
for May 2013. Marin Transit local routes operated by GGT carried 37,377 (-14.3%) fewer passengers compared to May 2013.
Community Shuttles
The Community Shuttles carried 40,710 passengers in May 2014, with a productivity of 12.3 passengers per hour. This number
corresponds to a 283.2% increase in passengers compared to May 2013 and a 19.9% increase in productivity. All routes except
one met both their productivity and subsidy targets.
The Santa Venetia Route 233 shuttle continues to exceed the 8 passengers per hour Local Connector productivity goal, carrying
13.1 passengers per hour. Route 259 was the most productive shuttle route carrying a total of 13,007 passengers, or 15.2
passengers per hour, in May 2014. Route 257 carried 13.0 passengers per revenue hour. Route 219 and Route 251, which began
service in August 2013, met their productivity goals carrying 11.7 and 10.9 passengers per hour, respectively.
Route 228 replaced local Route 28 on February 23, 2014 and did not meet its productivity or subsidy goals, carrying 6.2
passengers per hour. May was the third full month of operation for this weekend and holiday service.
Muir Woods Shuttle
The 2014 Muir Woods Shuttle season began on March 29, 2014, five weeks earlier than in previous years. In May, the second
full month of operation, the Muir Woods Shuttle carried 13,820 passengers, or 27.0 passengers per hour. On the days of
operation in May, the Shuttle carried an average of 17% of all park visitors.
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West Marin Stagecoach
The Stage carried 8,909 passengers in May 2014, 10.9% more than in May 2013. Both Stage routes exceeded the 4 passengers
per hour rural service standard, carrying 7.5 (Route 61) and 8.7 (Route 68) passengers per hour. Beginning on Saturday, May
24, 2014, Route 61 service was extended to serve Fort Baker on weekends and holidays.
Supplemental School Routes
In May 2014, supplemental school services carried 22,952 passengers. The best performing route was Route 125 (Sir Francis
Drake HS – Lagunitas), with an average of 39.0 passengers per trip. The poorest performing route was Route 139 (Lucas
Valley/Marinwood – Terra Linda High) with 13.3 passengers per trip, well below the 20 passengers per trip service standard for
school-related service.
Demand Response
A total of 14,585 trips were provided on all demand response and mobility management programs in May 2014. Overall
ridership on these programs increased 7.1% in May 2014 compared to May 2013.
Paratransit and Dial-A-Ride services continued to meet productivity standards. Local paratransit carried 11,182 passengers with
a service productivity average of 2.3 passengers per hour (above the 2.0 standard). This number represents a 0.5% increase in
usage compared to May 2013.
The Novato Dial-a-Ride service carried 385 passengers and just met its productivity target at 2.0 passengers per hour. Ridership
in May 2014 was 28.6% lower than in May 2013. The year over year decrease in ridership is likely due to the additional fixedroute service added in August 2013 to serve the City of Novato. These changes included the extension of Routes 257 and 259
into Novato, as well as the addition of Route 154, a supplemental school route serving Sinaloa Middle School students, some of
which had previously been using the Novato Dial-a-Ride service.
The Volunteer Driver Program in May 2014 completed 1,589 trips for 122 clients. This represents a 26.2% increase compared to
May 2013. Since February 2014, staff have utilized a new reporting software that records Volunteer Driver program ridership as
unlinked passenger trips. The new software is specifically designed for this type of service, in which trips are reported by the
rider, and more accurately captures the true ridership. The service is available to West Marin seniors and disabled residents
through a contract with West Marin Senior Services and in the urbanized areas along the Highway 101 corridor through a
contract with Whistlestop Wheels.
In May 2014 the Catch-a-Ride program provided 1,429 one-way trips, an increase of 104.7% compared to May 2013. The
program was launched on September 24, 2012 and provides discounted taxi rides for ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
eligible riders and seniors.
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Monthly Customer Feedback Report
May 2014
Month:
May 2014
Program
Fixed-Route
Local
0
Fixed-Route
Shuttle
1
Fixed-Route
Stage
2
Supplemental
School
0
Demand
Response
6
Catch-a-Ride
0
Systemwide
0
Total
9
Service Delivery Complaint
Accessibility
Driver Conduct Complaint
Driving Complaint
Early Trip
Equipment Issue
Farebox
Late Trip
Missed Connection
Missed Trip
No-Show
Off-Route
Pass-Up Complaint
12
0
4
2
0
0
0
1
2
0
0
0
3
7
0
1
0
0
1
0
0
1
0
1
0
3
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
6
0
3
0
1
0
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
26
0
8
2
1
1
0
3
3
0
2
0
6
Service Structure Complaint
Bus Stop Improvement Request
Fares
Other Complaint
Scheduling Complaint
Service Improvement Suggestion
0
0
0
0
0
0
5
0
1
2
1
1
2
0
0
0
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
7
0
1
2
1
3
Safety Complaint
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
7,628
0.0
1.6
3,302
0.3
3.6
1,607
1.2
1.9
449
0.0
0.0
5,040
1.2
1.2
-
19,836
0.0
0.0
19,836
0.5
1.7
224,807
0.0
0.1
40,710
0.0
0.3
22,729
0.1
0.1
22,952
0.0
0.0
11,567
0.5
0.5
1,429
0.0
0.0
325,783
0.0
0.0
325,783
0.0
0.1
Category
Commendation
Total Service Hours
Commendations per 1,000 Hours
Complaints per 1,000 Hours
Total Passengers
Commendations per 1,000 Passengers
Complaints per 1,000 Passengers
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Travel Training Events
Fiscal Year 2013-14
Travel Assistance
Recent Travel Training:
June 17th 2014
Smith Ranch Homeowners, San Rafael
– Full Presentation on Travel Training
(45+ in attendance)
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
June 5th 2014
Presentation on Public Transportation
Presentation on Paratransit
Presentation on Other Programs (Volunteer Driver, Catch-A-Ride)
Clipper sign up for those who are interested
Sign up for small group trainings of 4-6 seniors on live bus routes
giving them the experience of physically using the system
Ross Valley Seniors, San Anselmo
(40+ in attendance)
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
May 12th 2014
Fireside Housing, Mill Valley
(8 in attendance)
1)
2)
3)
4)
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5) Sign up for small group trainings of 4-6 seniors on live bus routes
May 5th 2014
Third Age Group, Bolinas
(20+ in attendance)
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
Past FY 2014 Travel Training:
Date
3/28/2014
3/3/2014
2/7/2014
2/5/2014
12/9/2013
11/11/2013
10/30/2013
10/24/2013
10/11/2013
9/24/2013
9/9/2013
8/9/2013
7/30/2013
7/24/2013
Location
Project Independence Volunteers
Marin Valley Mobile Home Park
Nazareth House
Mill Valley Community Center
Pickleweed
Whistlestop
Pickleweed
Whisltestop
Marin Altzheimers Association
Margarett Todd
Commission On Aging
Deer Park
Margarett Todd
All Saints Lutheran Church
Presentation Type
Full Transit Presentation
Transit Tour
Transit Tour
Number of Attendees
8
20
35
20
2
12
18
7
20
18
20
20
20
25
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE
MARIN COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Held Monday, June 23, 2014 at 10:00 A.M.
Roll Call
Present:
President Arnold, Vice President Sears, Second Vice President
Kellner, Director Moulton-Peters, Director Kinsey, Director Colin
Absent:
Director Rice, Director Adams
Alternate Kate Colin was in attendance as a non-voting member at this
meeting.
President Arnold opened the meeting at 10:03 am.
1. Open Time for Public Expression
President Arnold asked if any member of the public wished to address
the Board on matters not on the agenda. No one came forward.
2. Board of Directors’ Matters
President Arnold presented Barbara Duffy, Director of Operations
and Planning, with a resolution thanking her for her work as
Marin County Transit District’s Interim General Manager. Ms.
Duffy thanked the Board and expressed her appreciation for the
opportunity.
3. General Manager’s Oral Report
General Manager, Nancy E. Whelan, thanked the staff for the
warm welcome and updated the Board on her first week on the
job. Ms. Whelan shared that she will be meeting with partner
agencies and vendors and will be giving a presentation to the
Transportation Authority of Marin’s (TAM) Board on June 26th
regarding allocation of Measure A Funds to Marin Transit. She
also stated that Marin Transit will participate in a TAM Board
Workshop in September 2014.
Barbara Duffy, Director of Operations and Planning, updated the
Board on Rural Service Stagecoach changes. She shared that
Route 61 had a 31% increase in ridership over last year though
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the pilot extension of the route to Fort Baker is not performing
as well as expected. This pilot funding from the National Park
Service supports a greeter position at the Sausalito Ferry
Terminal and this has increased ridership on the Muir Woods
Shuttle. Ms. Duffy stated that northern Route 68 experienced a
seven percent increase in ridership with the increase in service
expansion and there have been no complaints from rider on
schedule changes. The new Route 65 service from Tomales to
Petaluma is off to good start with 16 passengers on each of the
two service days completed thus far. Ms. Duffy reported on
results of Tiburon 50th Anniversary extended service, stating that
500 passengers were carried and double the number carried on
Route 219 in one day. Ms. Duffy shared that ridership on fixed
route service is up compared to last year. While paratransit trips
were lower, Mobility Management program participation has
increased.
President Arnold asked if any member of the Board wished to
comment. Director Moulton-Peters asked how customer feedback
is addressed by staff and if the nature of complaint or
commendation is recorded. Ms. Duffy responded that all Marin
Transit contractors and staff record customer feedback into
TransTrack with a detailed description, and each report is
addressed by the corresponding supervisor or contractor.
4. Consent Calendar
a. Minutes for May 19, 2014
b. Agreement with Golden Gate Bridge and Highway
Transportation District for Inter-county Paratransit
Recommended Action: Approve.
Director Kinsey made a motion to approve the consent calendar
as presented. Vice President Sears seconded the motion.
VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
President Arnold, Vice President Sears, Second Vice
President Kellner, Director Moulton-Peters, Director
Kinsey
None
Director Rice, Director Adams
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5. Contract with School Bus Consultants to Prepare a Countywide School Transportation Assessment
Senior Planner, Robert Betts, gave the report. Mr. Betts stated
that Marin Transit was awarded a Caltrans planning grant (FTA Section
5304) to prepare a Countywide School Assessment in February 2014.
Mr. Betts described the process for selecting the firm recommended to
perform the assessment. Three teams submitted proposals and the
interview panel chose to interview all three. School Bus Consultants
was the first choice. This firm is the largest consulting company in
North America dedicated to student transportation and is considered
most qualified to perform assessment. He described the core goals of
the project as identifying an appropriate and scalable model for school
bus service, a framework for deployment, and a funding model. Mr.
Betts stated that the assessment coincides with growing enrollments
and increasing demands for school service. The project kick-off is
scheduled for August 2014.
Second Vice President Kellner commented that Supplemental School
Route 139 has low ridership and asked if that route will be evaluated
in the assessment. Mr. Betts responded that the study will match the
service recommendations to each school’s needs.
{President Arnold stepped out of meeting at 10:33 am and returned to dais
at 10:40 am; Vice President Sears chaired the meeting during her absence}
Vice President Sears asked that the scope of the study include after
-school activities to alleviate afternoon traffic. Director
Moulton-Peters commented on the importance of school districts
taking an active partnership role in the study and emphasized the
importance of a marketing and communications effort to share results.
Director Colin suggested schools also share results of their
independent studies and also emphasized the importance of outreach.
Director Kinsey commented that school traffic is the largest contributor
to congestion in Marin County and the importance of developing
solutions. Director Kinsey also asked if the Metropolitan Transportation
Commission (MTC) will fully fund Marin Transit’s Free Youth Pass
Program. Mr. Betts stated that MTC will partially fund the program.
Vice President Sears asked if anyone from the public wished to speak.
Alice Fredericks, Mayor of Tiburon, offered her support and asked for
discussion on how efficient routing can improve ridership and how to
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attract the reluctant rider. Ms. Fredericks acknowledged that school
transportation programs may need to be subsidized and emphasized
the need to engage communities to help fund programs that reduce
congestion.
Recommended Action: Authorize Board President to execute a
contract with School Bus Consultants to prepare a Countywide
School Transportation Assessment for $97,980.
Second Vice President Kellner made a motion to accept the report.
Director Moulton-Peters seconded the motion.
VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
Vice President Sears, Second Vice President Kellner,
Director Rice, Director Moulton-Peters, Director
Kinsey
None
Director Adams, Director Rice, President Arnold
6. Letter Regarding California Air Resources Board Certification
for Urban Bus Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Lauren Gradia, Director of Finance and Capital Programs,
reported that the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
requirement for an On Board Diagnostic (OBD) system on diesel
Hybrid electric transit buses is delaying certification of 2015
Hybrid engines. Ms. Gradia stated that there is no certified
system available to purchase at this time and that manufacturers
are inclined to wait for the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) regulations for OBD systems to go into effect in 2017
before starting production. The stalemate between CARB and
bus manufacturers will delay Marin Transit’s purchase of fuel
efficient hybrid vehicles. Ms. Gradia asked the Board to
authorize President Arnold to sign a letter to CARB in support of
working with the engine manufacturers to certify an OBD system
for 2015.
Director Kinsey stated that is important to pursue system
certification to acquire more fuel efficient and greener engines
systems for Marin County.
Vice President Sears expressed dismay that manufacturer delays
prevent transit agencies from operating cleaner energy buses.
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President Arnold asked if anyone from the public wished to
speak. Seeing no one, she asked for a motion on items six and
seven.
Recommended Action: Authorize Board President to sign
the attached letter to the California Air Resources Board
regarding hybrid electric bus regulations
Director Kinsey made a motion to accept the report. Director
Moulton-Peters seconded the motion.
VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
President Kellner, Director Moulton-Peters, Director
Kinsey
None
Director Adams, Director Rice
7. Purchase of Eleven Electric Buses
Lauren Gradia, Director of Finance and Capital Programs,
requested the Board authorize Marin Transit's general manager
to complete purchase of ten new vehicles. Ms. Gradia explained
that despite the delay in certifying a 2015 hybrid drive system
discussed in Item 6, Marin Transit needs to secure its place in
the Gillig, LLC production schedule. This will enable the
procurement of new, more fuel efficient buses to move forward
after the California Air Resources Board requirements are met.
Recommended Action: Authorize General Manager to
complete the purchase of seven 40-foot and four 30-foot
Hybrid vehicles for $7,900,000.
Second Vice President Kellner made a motion to accept the report.
Vice President Sears seconded the motion.
VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
President Kellner, Director Kinsey, Director MoultonPeters
None
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8.
Resolution 1014-10 Supporting Marin Emergency Radio
Authority Parcel Tax
Dave Jeffries, Marin Emergency Radio Authority (MERA) Project
Manager, gave a presentation regarding the upcoming upgrade
to Marin's emergency radio system. Upgrade is necessary to
meet new federal regulations and system requirements. Mr.
Jeffries described the improvements from the next generation
radio system that will better serve the community. He requested
support from Marin Transit's Board of Directors for the proposed
parcel tax, which will fund the capital costs associated with the
system upgrade. Mr. Jeffries stated that the cost per single
family household will be $29.00 per month, with an exception for
low-income seniors.
Second Vice President Kellner suggested that MERA information
be included in Community Emergency Response Training (CERT).
President Arnold asked if anyone from the public wished to
comment on the item. No one came forward.
Recommended Action: Approve Resolution 2014-10
endorsing a parcel tax measure for the November 2014
ballot.
Director Kinsey made a motion to accept the report. Vice President
Sears seconded the motion.
VOTE:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
MOTION CARRIED 5-0
President Kellner, Director Kinsey, Director MoultonPeters
None
President Arnold adjourned the meeting at 10:59 am.
I hereby certify that the minutes above represent an accurate and complete
record of the Marin County Transit Board Meeting held on June 23, 2014.
President Arnold
Attest - Secretary of the Board
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July 21, 2014
711 grand ave, #110
san rafael, ca 94901
ph: 415.226.0855
fax: 415.226.0856
marintransit.org
Honorable Board of Directors
Marin County Transit District
3501 Civic Center Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903
SUBJECT: Resolution of Local Support for Metropolitan
Transportation Commission Regional Competitive Active
Transportation Program Funds
Dear Board Members:
judy arnold
president
supervisor district 5
kathrin sears
vice president
madeline kellner
2nd vice president
city of novato
susan l. adams
director
steve kinsey
director
stephanie moulton-peters
director
city of mill valley
katie rice
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize President to sign Resolution 1410 in support of Marin Transit’s submittal to MTC’s the Regional
Competitive Active Transportation Program.
SUMMARY: Marin Transit will submit an application to the
Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) for Active
Transportation Program funds for the amount of $2,270,000 to
construct Pedestrian Access & Safety Improvements for the
Downtown Novato Transit Facility. The application is due on July
24, 2014.
Marin Transit has been working in partnership with the City of
Novato and Golden Gate Transit to determine improvements to
the current transit facility located on Redwood Blvd south of Grant
Avenue.
As a condition of the application, Marin Transit has included the
attached resolution for your Board’s approval.
FISCAL/STAFFING IMPACT: MTC’s Active Transportation
Program requires that applicants provide an 11.47 percent local
match. Staff estimates the cost to construct the downtown Novato
transit facility at $3,255,000. Marin Transit will match the
requested $2,270,000 in MTC Active Transportation Program
funds with $985,000 from the District’s allocation of Lifeline
PTMISEA state infrastructure funds.
Respectfully submitted,
director
Amy Van Doren
Director of Policy & Legislative Programs
Attachment
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Resolution of Local Support
MTC Discretionary Funding
Resolution No. 2014-10 Adopted July 21, 2014
Authorizing the filing of an application for funding assigned to MTC and
committing any necessary matching funds and stating the assurance to complete the
project
WHEREAS, Marin County Transit District (herein referred to as APPLICANT) is
submitting an application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) for $2,270,000
in Active Transportation Program funding assigned to MTC for programming discretion, which
includes federal funding administered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and
federal or state funding administered by the California Transportation Commission (CTC) such
as Surface Transportation Program (STP) funding, Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
Improvement (CMAQ) funding, Transportation Alternatives (TA)/Active Transportation Program
(ATP) funding, and Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) funding (herein
collectively referred to as REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING) for Pedestrian Access &
Safety Improvements at the Downtown Novato Transit Facility (herein referred to as PROJECT)
for the MTC Regional Competitive Active Transportation Program (herein referred to as
PROGRAM); and
WHEREAS, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (Public Law 112-141,
July 6, 2012) and any extensions or successor legislation for continued funding (collectively,
MAP 21) authorize various federal funding programs including, but not limited to the Surface
Transportation Program (STP) (23 U.S.C. § 133), the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality
Improvement Program (CMAQ) (23 U.S.C. § 149) and the Transportation Alternatives Program
(TA) (23 U.S.C. § 213); and
WHEREAS, state statutes, including California Streets and Highways Code §182.6,
§182.7, and §2381(a)(1), and California Government Code §14527, provide various funding
programs for the programming discretion of the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and
the Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to MAP-21, and any regulations promulgated thereunder, eligible
project sponsors wishing to receive federal or state funds for a regionally-significant project shall
submit an application first with the appropriate MPO, or RTPA, as applicable, for review and
inclusion in the federal Transportation Improvement Program (TIP); and
WHEREAS, MTC is the MPO and RTPA for the nine counties of the San Francisco Bay
region; and
WHEREAS, MTC has adopted a Regional Project Funding Delivery Policy (MTC
Resolution No. 3606, revised) that sets out procedures governing the application and use of
REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING; and
WHEREAS, APPLICANT is an eligible sponsor for REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY
FUNDING; and
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WHEREAS, as part of the application for REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING,
MTC requires a resolution adopted by the responsible implementing agency stating the
following:
1. The commitment of any required matching funds; and
2. That the sponsor understands that the REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING is
fixed at the programmed amount, and therefore any cost increase cannot be
expected to be funded with additional REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING; and
3. That the PROJECT will comply with the procedures, delivery milestones, and funding
deadlines specified in the Regional Project Funding Delivery Policy (MTC Resolution
No. 3606, revised); and
4. The assurance of the sponsor to complete the PROJECT as described in the
application, subject to environmental clearance, and if approved, as included in
MTC's federal Transportation Improvement Program (TIP); and
5. That the PROJECT will have adequate staffing resources to deliver and complete the
PROJECT within the schedule submitted with the project application; and
6. That the PROJECT will comply with all project-specific requirements as set forth in
the PROGRAM; and
7. That APPLICANT has assigned, and will maintain a single point of contact for all
FHWA- and CTC-funded transportation projects to coordinate within the agency and
with the respective Congestion Management Agency (CMA), MTC, Caltrans, FHWA,
and CTC on all communications, inquiries, or issues that may arise during the federal
programming and delivery process for all FHWA- and CTC-funded transportation and
transit projects implemented by APPLICANT; and
8. In the case of a transit project, the PROJECT will comply with MTC Resolution No.
3866, revised, which sets forth the requirements of MTC’s Transit Coordination
Implementation Plan to more efficiently deliver transit projects in the region; and
9. In the case of a highway project, the PROJECT will comply with MTC Resolution No.
4104, which sets forth MTC’s Traffic Operations System (TOS) Policy to install and
activate TOS elements on new major freeway projects; and
10. In the case of an RTIP project, state law requires PROJECT be included in a local
congestion management plan, or be consistent with the capital improvement
program adopted pursuant to MTC’s funding agreement with the countywide
transportation agency; and
WHEREAS, that APPLICANT is authorized to submit an application for REGIONAL
DISCRETIONARY FUNDING for the PROJECT; and
WHEREAS, there is no legal impediment to APPLICANT making applications for the
funds; and
WHEREAS, there is no pending or threatened litigation that might in any way adversely
affect the proposed PROJECT, or the ability of APPLICANT to deliver such PROJECT; and
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WHEREAS, APPLICANT authorizes its General Manager to execute and file an
application with MTC for REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING for the PROJECT as
referenced in this resolution; and
WHEREAS, MTC requires that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the MTC in
conjunction with the filing of the application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the APPLICANT is authorized to execute
and file an application for funding for the PROJECT for REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY
FUNDING under MAP-21 or continued funding; and be it further
RESOLVED that APPLICANT will provide any required matching funds; and be it further
RESOLVED that APPLICANT understands that the REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY
FUNDING for the project is fixed at the MTC approved programmed amount, and that any cost
increases must be funded by the APPLICANT from other funds, and that APPLICANT does not
expect any cost increases to be funded with additional REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY
FUNDING; and be it further
RESOLVED that APPLICANT understands the funding deadlines associated with these
funds and will comply with the provisions and requirements of the Regional Project Funding
Delivery Policy (MTC Resolution No. 3606, revised) and APPLICANT has, and will retain the
expertise, knowledge and resources necessary to deliver federally-funded transportation and
transit projects, and has assigned, and will maintain a single point of contact for all FHWA- and
CTC-funded transportation projects to coordinate within the agency and with the respective
Congestion Management Agency (CMA), MTC, Caltrans, FHWA, and CTC on all
communications, inquiries, or issues that may arise during the federal programming and delivery
process for all FHWA- and CTC-funded transportation and transit projects implemented by
APPLICANT; and be it further
RESOLVED that PROJECT will be implemented as described in the complete
application and in this resolution, subject to environmental clearance, and, if approved, for the
amount approved by MTC and programmed in the federal TIP; and be it further
RESOLVED that APPLICANT has reviewed the PROJECT and has adequate staffing
resources to deliver and complete the PROJECT within the schedule submitted with the project
application; and be it further
RESOLVED that PROJECT will comply with the requirements as set forth in MTC
programming guidelines and project selection procedures for the PROGRAM; and be it further
RESOLVED that, in the case of a transit project, APPLICANT agrees to comply with the
requirements of MTC’s Transit Coordination Implementation Plan as set forth in MTC Resolution
No. 3866, revised; and be it further
RESOLVED that, in the case of a highway project, APPLICANT agrees to comply with
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the requirements of MTC’s Traffic Operations System (TOS) Policy as set forth in MTC
Resolution No. 4104; and be it further
RESOLVED that, in the case of an RTIP project, PROJECT is included in a local
congestion management plan, or is consistent with the capital improvement program adopted
pursuant to MTC’s funding agreement with the countywide transportation agency; and be it
further
RESOLVED that APPLICANT is an eligible sponsor of REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY
FUNDING funded projects; and be it further
RESOLVED that APPLICANT is authorized to submit an application for REGIONAL
DISCRETIONARY FUNDING for the PROJECT; and be it further
RESOLVED that there is no legal impediment to APPLICANT making applications for
the funds; and be it further
RESOLVED that there is no pending or threatened litigation that might in any way
adversely affect the proposed PROJECT, or the ability of APPLICANT to deliver such
PROJECT; and be it further
RESOLVED that APPLICANT authorizes its General Manager to execute and file an
application with MTC for REGIONAL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING for the PROJECT as
referenced in this resolution; and be it further
RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution will be transmitted to the MTC in conjunction
with the filing of the application; and be it further
RESOLVED that the MTC is requested to support the application for the PROJECT
described in the resolution, and if approved, to include the PROJECT in MTC's federal TIP upon
submittal by the project sponsor for TIP programming.
APPROVED AND PASSED this 21st Day of July 2014
__________________________________
PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
__________________________________
GENERAL MANAGER
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711 grand ave, #110
ph: 415.226.0855
fax: 415.226.0856
marintransit.org
SUBJECT: Third Addendum to Agreement with Bellecci &
Associates for Construction Management of the South
Novato Bus Stop Improvement Project
Dear Board Members:
judy arnold
president
kathrin sears
vice president
madeline kellner
2nd vice president
city of novato
susan l. adams
director
steve kinsey
director
director
city of mill valley
katie rice
director
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize General Manager to execute
the third addendum (# 141501) to the contract with Bellecci &
Associates to amend the scope of work to include additional tasks
at a cost of $15,684 and extend the contract term to October 31,
2014.
SUMMARY: Staff recommends that your Board approve a four
month contract extension with Bellecci & Associates to provide
project closeout support for the South Novato Bus Stop
Improvement Project. Staff recommends that the scope of work be
increased by $15,684 in order to finish closeout of the project.
Construction management services are often estimated as a
percentage of the cost of construction. Bellecci & Associates
originally bid on the project at 14% of the estimated construction
cost. The cost of construction significantly increased due to the
following plan changes: the addition of real rime information signs,
additional Caltrans requirements and roadway striping, and night
work needed to reduce the project’s traffic impacts. The additional
costs associated with these tasks will increase the total
construction management contract cost to $109,314, which
represents 13% of the final cost of construction.
FISCAL/STAFFING IMPACT: The Caltrans Division of Mass
Transit will reimburse Marin Transit for all costs associated with
this agreement with designated funds from the Public
Transportation Account according to the Program Supplement No.
04A0180-02.
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Lauren Gradia
Director of Finance and Capital Programs
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141501
3RD ADDENDUM TO AGREEMENT
BY AND BETWEEN THE
MARIN COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT AND BELLECCI & ASSOCIATES DATED JULY 16, 2012
THIS ADDENDUM is made and entered into this 21st day of July 2014, by and between the
MARIN COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT, a political subdivision of the State of California
(hereinafter referred to as "District") and BELLECCI & ASSOCIATES (hereinafter referred to
as "Contractor")
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the District and the Contractor entered into an agreement (#121306);
and
WHEREAS, the District and the Contractor amended the agreement on November 18, 2013
(#131444) in order to extend the time to complete the services; and
WHEREAS, the District and the Contractor amended the agreement on February 3, 2014
(#131459) in order to include additional costs associated with extra time to complete services; and
WHEREAS, the project requires extra time and coordination to complete than included in the
original scope and contract budget; and
WHERAS, the parties desire to extend the contract term to October 31, 2014 to complete
project closeout; and
WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the contract to include $15,684 in additional costs for
extra work and time required to complete the closeout phase of the project
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree to amend Section 4 and Section 5 as set forth
below.
AGREEMENT
1. Except as otherwise provided herein all terms and conditions of the agreement shall remain in
full force and effect.
2. Section 4 of the Agreement is hereby amended to read as follows:
4. MAXIMUM COST TO DISTRICT:
In no event will the cost to District for the services to be provided herein exceed the maximum sum of
$109,314 including direct non-salary expenses.
3. Section 5 of the Agreement is hereby amended to read as follows:
5. TIME OF AGREEMENT:
This Agreement shall commence on July 16, 2012, and shall terminate on October 31, 2014. The
final invoice must be submitted within 30 days of completion of the stated scope of services.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Addendum on the day first written
above.
CONTRACTOR:
MARIN COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT:
By___________________________________
_________________________________
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Exhibit B: Additional Fees and Schedule
Additional $15,684 to be billed on a time and material basis per the hourly rate schedule in the original
contract to account for additional time and coordination of project closeout.
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711 grand ave, #110
ph: 415.226.0855
fax: 415.226.0856
marintransit.org
July 21, 2014
SUBJECT: Addendum to Data Management License
Agreement with TransTrack Systems
judy arnold
president
kathrin sears
vice president
madeline kellner
2nd vice president
city of novato
Dear Board Members:
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize General Manager to approve an
addendum to extend existing license agreement for Data
Management System.
SUMMARY: Staff recommends that your Board authorize the
General Manager to approve an addendum to the contract with
TransTrack Systems. The addendum extends the maintenance
and support services currently provided for an additional one year
period. The system compiles, tracks, and reports financial and
operational data in compliance with federal reporting
requirements.
susan l. adams
director
steve kinsey
director
director
city of mill valley
This addendum allows Marin Transit to have continued usage of
the system, access to software modifications, and associated
maintenance and support services. The addendum extends the
term of the agreement through June 30, 2015.
FISCAL/STAFFING IMPACT: The cost of this one-year extension
will not exceed $31,518, which is included in the FY2014/15
operations budget for software maintenance.
katie rice
director
Lauren Gradia
Director of Finance and Capital Projects
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July 21, 2014
711 grand ave, #110
ph: 415.226.0855
fax: 415.226.0856
marintransit.org
SUBJECT: Current and Proposed San Rafael Transit Center
Operations
Dear Board Members:
judy arnold
president
kathrin sears
vice president
madeline kellner
2nd vice president
city of novato
susan l. adams
director
steve kinsey
director
director
city of mill valley
katie rice
director
RECOMMENDATION: Discussion only.
SUMMARY: The San Rafael Transit Center is the hub for transit
activity in Marin County and is essential to the “pulse” service plan
currently operated by Marin Transit. The arrival of the SonomaMarin Area Rail Transit (SMART) commuter rail service in 2016
will increase the amount of public transit service offered in
Downtown San Rafael and increase the multimodal network for
users. The new rail service will also present new challenges for
transit operations, especially as service is expanded to Larkspur
Landing. Marin Transit, in partnership with Golden Gate Transit,
SMART, and the City of San Rafael, will be coordinating to
minimize potential impacts and create the best possible
environment for transportation services in the area.
BACKGROUND: The San Rafael Transit Center (C. Paul Bettini
Transportation Center or SRTC) is the hub for public and private
bus transit services in Marin County. An estimated 9,000
passenger trips per day go through the center on local, regional,
and airporter bus services. In addition to Marin Transit and Golden
Gate Transit, the center is served by Sonoma County Transit,
Greyhound, Marin Airporter, Sonoma-Marin Airport Express, and
private taxis. Over 60% of all transit passengers at this location
are local Marin Transit passengers, and 70% of all transit bus
operations using the transit center are Marin Transit services.
Marin Transit local services and Golden Gate Transit’s basic
regional services operate on a “pulse” structure that helps
facilitate timed bus connections and passenger transfers. This
system is efficient to operate and works well in Marin County
where the roadway network lacks a countywide grid pattern.
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The pulse offers passengers connecting transit services approximately every 15 minutes on
weekdays and every 30 minutes on the weekend with departures timed at :00, :15, :30, and :45
after the hour. Bus arrivals are timed to arrive five minutes before the departing pulse time to
provide adequate time for passengers to move between the platforms and for operators to load
and unload passengers.
The SRTC is in the middle of a major east-west couplet (2nd and 3rd Streets) and adjacent to the
Central San Rafael – Highway 101 on/off exit ramps. Within the facility, a total of four platforms
are currently available that have the capacity to serve up to 18 buses at any one time. In
addition to bus capacity, the center offers bike parking, restrooms, a small food service vendor,
and a customer service office that provides trip planning and fare media sales.
In 2012, the City of San Rafael, in partnership with SMART, Golden Gate Transit, and the
Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM), completed the Downtown San Rafael Station Area
Plan. One of the primary goals was to develop a shared strategy for addressing for the station
area, including station access and integration with existing transit services. The plan identified
near- and long-term changes to achieve the vision of an integrated transit center. Near-term
solutions focused on a SMART operation that terminated rail service at San Rafael, and the
long-term solutions focused on a future condition when rail service is extended to Larkspur
Landing. Near-term impacts on current transit operations and the SRTC are viewed as minor.
However, future rail expansion south to Larkspur requires more significant mitigation. This is
due to the location of the train tracks north/south through the middle of the current SRTC.
As the extension to Larkspur Landing has gained recent momentum and may occur sooner than
expected, the District and its partners are seeking to implement long-term mitigations concurrent
with near-term improvements. Earlier this year, TAM allocated two grants to the City of San
Rafael and its partners to further the planning efforts in two areas; (1) Planning for an integrated
bus-rail transit center, and (2) A downtown way-finding and parking utilization study. District staff
will participate in these efforts to ensure that local transit needs continue to be met and that
operations are efficient and well-coordinated with regional bus and rail services.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this discussion item.
Robert Betts
Planning Manager
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San Rafael Transit Center, Current and Proposed
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• 9,000 passengers, 750 buses pass through the center
each day
– Over 60% of passengers & nearly 70% of buses are on
local services
• 15 local routes, 7 regional routes, airporters, sonoma
transit, greyhound, taxi
• Customer service center
• Located between 2nd/3rd Street, adjacent to 101 ramp
– primary east/west couplet connecting Highway 101 to
Central San Rafael and Ross Valley
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Who Serves the Station?
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The “Pulse”
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• Initial Operating Segment (IOS):
Santa Rosa Airport to San Rafael
– 2016
• Phase 2 South: San Rafael to
Larkspur Ferry
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Station Area – Phase 1 (IOS)
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Station Area – Phase 1 (IOS) Key Issues for Transit
Operational Delays on 4th Street
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Pedestrian Connections
Safety & Operations on East Tamalpais
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Station Area – Phase 2 (Extension to Larkspur) Key Issues for Transit
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Split Site, Internal Crosswalk Closure
Reduced Size of Platform C
Reconstruct Platform D, Reduced Size
Operational Delays on 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Streets
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Integrated Transit Center Vision
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• Benefits:
– Convenient connection between bus and rail will promote ridership
growth & transit access
– Allow for safe and convenient transfers between bus and rail
– Opportunity to redevelop existing SRTC site
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• Continue to work with Partner Agencies
– Integrated Transit Center (City of San Rafael, Golden Gate Transit)
– SMART station area plans (SMART)
• Evaluate Local Bus Service Plan and Routing
– Complement, not duplicate new SMART service
– Evaluate “pulse” operations based on station area capacity
– Evaluate routing of services adjacent to transit center
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Thank You
Robert Betts, AICP
Planning Manager– Marin Transit
[email protected]
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July 21, 2014
711 grand ave, #110
ph: 415.226.0855
fax: 415.226.0856
marintransit.org
SUBJECT: Presentation and Discussion of the 2014-2023
Short Range Transit Plan Strategic Focus Areas
Dear Board Members:
RECOMMENDATION: Discussion only.
judy arnold
president
kathrin sears
vice president
madeline kellner
2nd vice president
city of novato
susan l. adams
director
SUMMARY: Marin Transit is in the process of updating its Short
Range Transit Plan (SRTP) and will present a final draft to your
Board for adoption before the end of the calendar year. In
advance of sharing the full document, staff will present some of
the key updates and additions and outline the plan’s primary focus
areas.
BACKGROUND: The SRTP provides the District with a 10-year
framework for service and capital planning. The update outlines
regional needs for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission
(MTC) and satisfies the goals of the Measure A expenditure plan
that calls for an update of this document every two years. The
previously adopted 2012 SRTP was the most extensive update
since the original plan in 2006. The plan captured many of the
District’s recent accomplishments and outlined service and capital
planning activities many of which were implemented over the past
two years.
steve kinsey
director
director
city of mill valley
katie rice
director
CURRENT EFFORTS: District staff recently initiated the SRTP
update and are in the process of collecting updated census data
and finalizing the FY 2013-14 performance and financial results.
For this update, staff have identified a series of strategic focus
areas as an overall framework for the update. The following focus
areas will guide the specific elements of the final document.

Contribute Toward Congestion Relief. Marin Transit will
continue to explore ways to relieve roadway congestion
experienced within Marin County. These include
opportunities to expand supplemental school services,
increase frequencies during peak travel times, and explore
enhancements to popular weekend attractions in West
Marin.
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Strengthen Partnerships. The District recognizes the importance of strong partnerships
to ensure service is well coordinated and resources are best utilized for our riders. A
new transit provider to Marin County (SMART) will create additional partnership
opportunities as many other partnerships continue to develop and grow.

Deliver High Quality Services. The District recognizes that expanding our market of
transit riders requires meeting the expectation that services will be frequent, reliable, and
competitive with other mobility options. Passengers expect real-time information to assist
them in making dynamic transportation decisions and service levels that offer realistic
alternatives to driving. Focus will be given to areas where these service attributes can be
improved to attract new riders.

Effectively Manage and Communicate Mobility Options. Marin Transit provides a
diverse offering of mobility services for local travel within Marin County. Managing and
communicating the availability of these services is critical to their benefit and utilization.
The District will continue to develop and enhance rider information, educate riders on
their travel options, and develop rider ambassadors to keep riders aware of their options
and make the best use of the system. The focus on outreach and communication efforts
will leverage diverse communication channels and make materials available in multiple
languages.

Maintain Financial Stability. Staff has devoted significant attention and work in recent
years to ensure Marin Transit’s continued financial health. Continued focus will be
directed towards securing best value contracting and fare policy to ensure the District
maintains financial stability and is prepared to meet the future mobility needs of Marin
County.

Operate in Sustainable Ways. The District has made it a priority to invest in
sustainable practices when making decisions on spending public funds. As new
technologies advance, additional focus will be given to fleet and other capital
investments, such as electric vehicles, to minimize the negative impact of our operations
on the environment.
REPORT STRUCTURE: The 2012 SRTP document was organized into five chapters: System
Overview; Goals, Targets & Performance; Service Plan; Capital Plan; and Financial Plan. An
Appendix was also included that presented travel demand projections related to transit.
Many developments have occurred since the adoption of the last SRTP. These include three
new service contracts (Local Big Bus – GGT, Community Shuttle – Marin Airporter, Catch-ARide – MV Transportation), a 15 percent expansion of fixed route service, the addition of a new
mobility management program (Catch-A-Ride) and travel navigator assistance, planning for or
purchase of 25 new vehicles, and completion of many countywide bus stop improvements and
signage upgrades. In addition, the District became a direct federal grant recipient under the
Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and has hired a new General Manager.
In the spirit of updating and improving the content within the document, the upcoming SRTP is
expected to include the following updates and additions:
 Addition of an Introduction chapter that summarizes the changes in this update and
outlines the strategic focus areas of the plan;
 Updated Goals, Targets, and Performance Results (consistent with Title VI);
 Updated rider profiles and preferences (from 2012 onboard survey);
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Advanced analysis of mobility management programs and their performance;
A new section under the Service Plan with greater detail on fare policies;
A new division of local fixed routes to show supplemental school services independent of
daily services;
A new Communications section in the Capital Plan; and
Addition of the Board-adopted Title VI Program to the Appendix.
DISCUSSION: Prior to updating the Service, Capital, and Financial Plan, staff will present to
your Board and key partners a summary of the strategic focus areas (outlined above) that will
create the framework for updates to these important sections of the plan. Feedback from your
Board will ensure the plan’s framework represents a shared vision and that the specifics of the
plan reflect this vision.
Once a general framework is in place, staff will reach out to partner agencies to share these
strategic focus areas, jointly discuss future partnership opportunities, and identify how they can
be captured in the plan. Aside from the formal public hearings and the current feedback
channels already in place, staff envisions focusing outreach efforts on specific stakeholders and
utilizing feedback from the 2012 onboard survey and other focused outreach efforts the District
has undertaken in recent years.
The ultimate goal from all the input and outreach activities is to develop a 10-year plan
consistent with the goals of Measure A while taking into account the emerging needs of our
riders and the residents of Marin County. As programs and projects identified in the SRTP are
implemented, staff will conduct additional outreach to riders and communities to solicit input on
these specific initiatives.
FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this discussion item.
Robert Betts
Planning Manager
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2014-2023 Short Range Transit Plan (SRTP) Preview
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• Framework for service and capital
planning
– Consistency with Measure A
expenditure plan
• Financial projections
– Inputs for MTC and TAM
• Original developed in 2006, updates
every two years
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SRTP Strategic Focus Areas
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Such as…
• Improving peak hour service frequencies
• Expanding Supplemental School Service
• Expanding Recreational Service in West
Marin
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Such as…
• Transit providers (GGT, SMART, etc.)
• Funding partners (TAM, MTC, Caltrans)
• Marin Cities and the County
• K-12 Schools
• College of Marin, Dominican University
• Major employers
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Such as…
• Reliability of service
• Comfort and convenience on vehicles, at stops
• Real-time passenger information
• Driver courtesy and customer service
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Such as…
• Monitoring new senior/ADA program trends
• Matching service level to demand (Typologies)
• Expanding rider education opportunities
• Utilize technology resources (Website, Smart Phones, etc.)
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Such as…
• Establishing best value service contracts
• Examining fare policies
• Adopting appropriate subsidy standards
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Such as…
• Pursuit of hybrid and electric vehicles
• Incorporating sustainable materials and design
practices into capital projects
• Elimination or reduction of wasteful printing
(administrative and operations)
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Next Steps
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•
•
•
•
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Outreach and meet with partner agencies
Finalize FY 2013/14 performance and financial data
Finalize Service Plan (constrained / unconstrained needs)
Update 10 year financial model
DRAFT Plan – Fall 2014
FINAL Plan for adoption – Winter 2015
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Thank You
Robert Betts, AICP
Planning Manager– Marin Transit
[email protected]
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File - First Presbyterian Church of San Rafael

WURTA Update August 2014 Where did June go? Well, let`s get to it