On September 11, 2009 the NOACA Governing Board approved the following regarding this project: Resolution No. 2009-026 Project Planning Review Resolution No. 2009-026 Plan and TIP Amendment Title: Kamm’s Corners Streetscape in Cleveland Sponsor: City of Cleveland PID No: 86255 Estimated Total Cost: $2,350,000 Proposed Source of Federal Funds: NOACA History/Background: A preliminary study along Lorain Avenue from the west corporation line to West 150th Street was completed in 2005. The study examined alternatives to develop a project that would create an improved atmosphere in a declining neighborhood, and support local businesses. As a result from the study, Phase 1 of the development plan was constructed in 2007. Phase 1 work included conduits for underground 32 kv line power lines (12 duct system) along Lorain Avenue from Fairview Hospital at the west corporation line to West 150th Street. Phase 2, from Groveland Avenue to West 165th Street, is currently under construction. Phase 2 includes the entrenchment of utilities, streetscaping, signing and traffic signal improvements. Kamm’s Corners Streetscape, Phase 3 work was to be part of the overall project, but was removed due to a lack of funding. On March 16, 2009, the City of Cleveland passed Ordinance No. 319-09, “…and authorizing the director to apply for and accept gifts or grants from any public entity for this purpose” and authorizing the Director of Public Service to “apply to NOACA to pursue federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) economic assistance, on behalf of the City of Cleveland, for…” The Kamms Streetscape Improvement, Phase 3: Lorain Ave. from the west corporation line to W. 150th Project”), in the approximate amount of $2,200,000”. Current Conditions: Lorain Avenue is functionally classified as an urban principal arterial. According to the sponsor, Lorain Avenue varies from three to four through lanes and turning lanes. The pavement width varies from 38 to 56 feet, the width of the existing right-of-way (RW) varies from 60 to 95 feet and the sidewalk width varies from 7 to 20 feet. The sponsor reports the average daily traffic is 20,750 vehicles per day with five percent trucks (2003 count). Proposed Project: The proposed (Phase 3) project extends from the west corporation line (WCL) to West 150th Street, in Cleveland (location map). The work includes removal and replacement of the existing asphalt wearing course, minor concrete curb, sidewalk and driveway repairs, and minor drainage improvements. The Phase 3 project will entrench utilities, and construct streetscape and traffic control improvements, from the west corporation line to Groveland Avenue. According to the sponsor, Phase 3 construction will improve the riding quality for vehicular traffic by replacing utility cuts and pothole areas. Eliminating drainage problems will improve vehicular traffic flow and extend pavement life expectancy. Replacing broken curbs provides adequate barriers between vehicles and pedestrians and defines an effective runoff drainage path. Eliminating deteriorated sidewalks and drive aprons provides for ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) ramps and allows for safe mobility for physically challenged people. The estimated total cost, provided by the sponsor, is $2,350,000. The estimated cost of preliminary engineering (PE) is $149,000. The estimated cost of right-of-way (RW) is $1,000 and the estimated cost of construction is $2,200,000. The sponsor requests that eighty percent ($1,760,000) of the construction cost be funded with NOACA-administered Surface Transportation Program (STP) funds. The City of Cleveland intends to provide the non-federal share of construction ($440,000). The PE and RW costs will be borne by the sponsor. The sponsor estimates construction can begin December 2010. Staff Comment (Summary): Plan and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Team: This project is consistent with NOACA’s Connections 2030 Goal # 3 (Preserve and Improve the Efficiency of the Transportation System) and #7 (Reinvestment in the Urban Core), and ODOT’s Access Ohio 2004 - 2030 Goals #1 (Transportation Safety) and #4 (System Preservation). The proposed project is also listed in NOACA’s Tier 2 list of projects for funding made available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. If ARRA funding is not available, the sponsor will pursue NOACA STP funds. According to the sponsor, this project will be coordinated with the minor rehabilitation along SR-10, from the Cleveland WCL to West 117th Street, in Cleveland (PID No. 84289: CUY SR-10 – 8.96), sponsored by the ODOT District 12 City Paving Program and currently scheduled for award in January 2012. If the sponsor receives ARRA funding, the project limits and program year will be modified. The sponsor should review the cost estimate at significant review stages of project design development. Recommend committee and public review in order to obtain comments. Regional Transportation System (RTS) Team: The section of Lorain Avenue between the Cleveland WCL and Rocky River Drive carries a total of 127average weekday buses from GCRTA route numbers 75 and 809. The section of Lorain Avenue between Rocky River Drive and Triskett Road carries 90 average weekday buses from GCRTA route number 75. Intergovernmental Review and Consultation (IGRC): If you are a representative of a governmental entity and would like to comment on this project, please email us. "This project includes improvements to most of the basic streetscape elements such as street resurfacing, utilities, sidewalks, driveways and drainage. It does not seem to include any provision for bus stops, shelters, or bus pads. Lorain Road is a very busy transit corridor. RTA strongly recommends that this project include the installation of bus pads at intersections and bus pads at other bus stops. The streetscape should also integrate the existing bus stop and bus shelters into the design in a seamless manner. RTA encourages the neighborhood and the City of Cleveland to incorporate elements of the Transit Waiting Environment program into this project. RTA is also concerned about the ability to maintain traffic at acceptable level of service levels in peak times during construction." - GCRTA Public Involvement: NOACA encourages comments from the public on this proposed transportation improvement project. Please notify us if you would like to be added to our e-mail notification list for future updates. Committee Review: Regional Transportation Investment Subcommittee (RTIS)/Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC): No comments; recommended for amendment to NOACA's Transportation Plan and TIP.