ISLAND REGIONALTRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION

TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

1:00 PM Thursday, December 14, 2017 Room 131, Island County Law & Justice Building

1. Welcome and Introductions

2. Approval of minutes from November 9 TAC Meeting

3. Regional Transportation Plan development

4. Additional regionally significant projects for RTIP

5. Draft STBG application format and project rating categories

6. Draft Comp Plan certification checklist

7. New Items / Roundtable conversation (All)

Please contact Brian Wood at if there are any other items that you would like to have added to the agenda. Phone: (360) 678-7959; Email: b.wood@co.island.wa.us

Next meeting: Thursday, January 11, 2018

Acronym Key: WSDOT: Washington State Department of Transportation IRTPO: Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization TAC: Technical Advisory Committee RTIP: Regional Transportation Improvement Program STBG: Surface Transportation Block Grant

(Items in BLUE are linked to materials Packet page referemces are indicated in RED at bottom of page)

AGENDA

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2018 IRTPO Surface Transportation Block Grant Prospectus

See last page of this application for submittal instructions and links to grant

information. Application Due Date: April 1st, 2018

Agency/Sponsor:

Project Title/STIP ID:

Project Description:

Improvement Type:

Functional Class (Road Projects):

Other Project Information:

Road name or number:

Begin Termini: End Termini: Length (mi):

ROW Required: Yes ☐ No ☐ Environmental Type:

Agency Project ID: Priority #:

Utility Codes: Cable ☐ Power ☒ Water ☐ Gas ☐ Sewer ☐ Phone ☐ Other ☐

Total Estimated Cost: STBG Funds Requested:

Phase Estimates: PE ROW CN

TIP Information: Hearing Adoption Amendment Resolution #

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Extended Project Description:

Summary of Project Benefits:

Local Project Approval:

STBG Project Prospectus prepared under the supervision of:

(print name/title and sign above) Date

Agency/Sponsor Contact Information:

Contact Person:

Phone:

Email:

Mailing Address: Name/Dept.

Street/PO Box

City, State

Zip Code

Island RTPO Final Priority Ranking:

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Project Rating Criteria Describe how the project addresses the rating criteria elements listed below, noting the

following:

Not every project is expected to align with every element or sub-element indicated

Only establish links to the sub-elements if clearly applicable.

Other relevant information about the project can be detailed under additional

considerations.

Project prioritization will depend primarily on the information provided.

Headings and definitions reflect RCW 47.04.280 –Transportation System Policy Goals

(additional point categories align with the Island Regionally Significant

Transportation System (IRSTS) and are noted with *).

1 Preservation 7pts Maintain, preserve, and extend the life and utility of prior investments in transportation

systems and services.

Preserves right of way corridors (2pts)

Maintains existing facilities (2pts)

Extends life of existing facilities (2pts)

Additional considerations (1pt)

2 Stewardship 5pt Continuously improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of the transportation system.

Incorporates multiple modes into a single project (2pt)

Implements proven technology and best available science (1pt)

Represents a clear gain in transportation system quality, efficiency or effectiveness (1pt) Additional considerations (1pt)

3 Access* 8pts Promoting transport options that allow people to reach basic needs, employment, school,

and other high-value activities without excessive financial or time costs.

Improves access to transit by any mode (2pt)

Improves access for pedestrians (2pt)

Improves access for people on bicycles (2pt)

Improves motor vehicle access (1pt) Additional considerations (1pt)

4 Mobility 8pts Improve the predictable movement of goods and people throughout Washington state,

including congestion relief and improved freight mobility

Maximizes people-moving efficiency (1pt)

Improves freight-carrying efficiency (1pt)

Improves multi-modal level of service and/or capacity (2pt)

Provides system continuity (2pt)

Establishes new right of way corridors (1pt)

Additional considerations (1pt)

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Project Rating Criteria

5 Economic Vitality 7pts To promote and develop transportation systems that stimulate, support, and enhance the

movement of people and goods to ensure a prosperous economy;

Enhances economic development through the movement of people and goods (1pt)

Enhances a local economic sector (1pt)

Improves access by air (2pt)

Improves marine access (2pt)

Additional considerations (1pt)

6 Equity* 5pts Developing transportation improvements that target disadvantaged and/or underserved

populations.

Project substantially benefits an identified disadvantaged population (2pt)

Project substantially benefits an identified underserved population (2pt) Additional considerations (1pt)

7 Safety 5pts Provide for and improve the safety and security of transportation customers and the

transportation system

Addresses documented fatalities (any mode) (1pt)

Addresses documented serious injuries (any mode) (1pt)

Documented motor-vehicle collision history (1pt)

Reported near-miss/other public safety concerns (or observed by staff) (1pt)

Additional considerations (1pt)

8 Environment 6pts Enhance Washington's quality of life through transportation investments that promote

energy conservation, enhance healthy communities, and protect the environment.

Improves air quality or noise reductions (1pt)

Provides ample mitigations to impacts to environment (1pt)

Provides scenic or historical enhancements (1pt)

Enhances healthy communities (2pt)

Additional considerations (1pt)

9 Planning Consistency* 9pts Project is consistent with regional and local planning efforts or otherwise demonstrates

support.

Regional Transportation Plan (Currently IRSTS component) (2pt)

Local Comprehensive Plan (1pt)

Whidbey Scenic Isle Way (1pt)

Corridor Management Plan (1pt)

Included in approved 6-Year transportation plan (by end of application year) (2pt)

Reviewed by local officials (1pt)

Additional considerations (1pt)

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Project Rating Criteria

10 Opportunities & Partnerships* 5pts Project leverages alternative funding sources and emphasizes partnerships between

agencies and/or stakeholders.

Maximizes allocations with other funds (2pt)

Participation of other agencies/private partnerships (1pt)

Greater than required match (1pt) Additional considerations (1pt)

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Additional Project Information

1. Project Status:

a) Fulfills the recommendation of existing plan(s)? ☐ Yes ☐ No

i) Plan title(s) & years:

b) Estimated timeline (month/year): Start: Finish:

2. Cost Estimates:

a) Percent of P.E. completed:________%

b) Date cost estimates prepared:___________

c) Source of information for developing cost estimates:_________

d) Source of matching funds: Funds approved? ☐ Yes ☐ No

e) Biological Assessment (BA): ☐ Yes ☐ No

3. Site Evaluation:

a) Soil type: (Soil Conservation Map) ________

b) Wetlands on site or vicinity? ☐ Yes ☐ No

c) Known archaeological sites in project vicinity? ☐ Yes ☐ No

d) Steep and/or unstable slopes on project site? ☐ Yes ☐ No

e) List known protected or endangered species living on or near project site:

f) Will a drainage plan be required? ☐ Yes ☐ No

g) Is project located in a flood hazard area? ☐ Yes ☐ No

h) Is the project subject to Section 4(F) or Section 106? ☐ Yes ☐ No

4. Right of Way Acquisition:

a) Describe right of way or easements that have been obtained:

b) Describe necessary right of way or easements that have not been finalized:

5. Indicate known significant public support or opposition:

6. Explain how project complies with the American’s with Disabilities Act.

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Submittal Instructions

Application Due Date: September 30, 2016 at 4:30 PM

Submit an electronic copy and 5 paper copies to:

Brian Wood

IRTPO Transportation Planner

Island County Public Works

P.O. Box 5000

Coupeville, WA 98239

Inquiries:

Brian Wood

(360) 675-6439

General Instructions

Awarded projects must be entered into WSDOT’s online Statewide Transportation

Improvement Program (STIP) database. It may be more efficient to do project planning

directly in the STIP database. Projects without secured funding can be entered in the

system as “planned”. See Additional STIP Database Fields below and the STIP Manual

for more information on this tool. Or contact Brian Wood for assistance.

Application Fields:

Project Title/STIP ID:

o Title-Once entered in STIP, the title will be used throughout the life of project.

The STIP allows up to 255 characters. The preference is for short titles that

easily identify a project, while distinguishing it from similar projects (ex.,

Badger Mountain - Candy Mountain Connector Pathway).

o STIP ID-usually this number is generated automatically when you input a

project in the STIP database

Project Description: This should capture the general scope of work.

o Excessive detail may limit project flexibility.

o Ex., Construct a new multimodal pathway along Dallas Road between the

Badger Mountain trailhead and the new Candy Mountain trailhead

Improvement Type: See Appendix A

Functional Class: Refer to WSDOT Functional Classification Map

Road name or number: 255 Characters

Begin/End Termini: enter milepost (WSDOT milepost tool) or street names

Length: Enter length in miles

ROW Required: Check yes if project will require right of way acquisition

Environmental Type: Enter one of the following codes

o CE – Categorically Exempt

o DCE – Documented Categorically Exempt

o EIS – Environmental Impact Statement

o EA – Environmental Assessment

Utility Codes: Check if project will require utility relocates or have other impacts on

utilities

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General Instructions

Application Fields (continued):

Total Estimated Cost: This estimate includes all phases and funding sources (both

planned and secured)

STBG Funds Requested: Total federal funding award requested for this project call

Phase Estimates: Estimating phase costs may help with budgeting discussions. A

separate preliminary engineering phase aids in initial project obligation.

TIP Information: Enter public hearing, adoption, and amendment dates, and the

resolution number for the project’s relevant Transportation Improvement Plan

Additional STIP Database Fields

The entry fields on page one of this application cover most of the online STIP database

fields. Note that:

The IRTPO only awards regionally significant projects, as defined by the Island

Regionally Significant Transportation System (IRSTS).

Our region = Northwest

We are outside the MPO Boundary

Project Number = Federal aid number

o This number is only assigned after federal funds are obligated and stays with

project thereafter

o Federal Transit Administration numbers should be entered in the notes section

Structure ID # applies to bridges only

Notes field can be used to record any other information (such as obligated funds)

that may be helpful in tracking a project’s progress

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Appendix A

IMPROVEMENT TYPE CODES

01 – New Construction Roadway 25 – Vehicle Weight Enforcement Program

03 – Reconstruction, Added Capacity 26 – Ferry Boats

04 – Reconstruction, No Added Capacity 27 – Administration

05 – 4R Maintenance Resurfacing 28 – Facilities for Pedestrians and Bicycles

06 – 4R Maintenance – Restoration & Rehabilitation

29 – Acquisition of Scenic Easements and Scenic or Historic Sites

07 – 4R Maintenance – Relocation 30 – Scenic or Historic Highway Programs

08 – Bridge, New Construction 31 – Landscaping and Other Scenic Beautification

10 – Bridge Replacement, Added Capacity 32 – Historic Preservation

11 – Bridge Replacement, No Added Capacity 33 – Rehab & Operation of Historic Transp. Buildings, Structures, Facilities

13 – Bridge Rehabilitation, Added Capacity 34 – Preservation of Abandoned Railway Corridors

14 – Bridge Rehabilitation, No Added Capacity 35 – Control and Removal of Outdoor Advertising

15 – Preliminary Engineering 36 – Archaeological Planning & Research

16 – Right of Way 37 – Mitigation of Water Pollution due to Highway Runoff

17 – Construction Engineering 38 – Safety and Education for Pedestrians/Bicyclists

18 – Planning 39 – Establishment of Transportation Museums

19 – Research 40 – Special Bridge

20 – Environmental Only 41 – Youth Conservation Service

21 – Safety 42 – Training

22 – Rail/Highway Crossing 43 – Utilities

23 – Transit 44 – Other

24 – Traffic Management/Engineering – HOV 45 – Debt Service

47 – Systematic Preventive Maintenance

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TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT CONSISTENCY

REVIEW PROCESS

Island Regional Transportation Planning Organization (IRTPO)

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Transportation Element Certification Requirements Each regional transportation planning organization (RTPO) shall certify that the

transportation elements of comprehensive plans adopted by counties, cities, and towns within the region (RCW 47.80.023):

Reflect a set of regional guidelines and principles (RCW 47.80.026) Are consistent with the adopted regional transportation plan (RCW 47.80.030)

Conform to relevant portions of Washington State’s Growth Management Act (GMA)(RCW 36.70A.070).

Attend to appropriate sections of the state’s GMA Procedural Criteria for AdoptingComprehensive Plans and Development Plans (WAC 365-196).

As a newly formed organization, members of Island RTPO have developed an interim set of guidelines and principles, aligned with state requirements. Island RTPO is currently

developing the organization’s first regional transportation plan. As such, the interim guidelines and principles do not reflect additional elements that may be included in that

document.

The procedural criteria set out under WAC 365-196 are comprehensive in nature and

provide useful guidance for plan development. The language of RCW 47.80.026 suggests that some of the optional components from WAC 365-196 are required for members of

RTPOs. A detailed outline of the transportation element certification requirements from RCW 47.80.026 can be found in Appendix A.

PROCESS FOR CERTIFICATION The consistency review will be completed by IRTPO staff and representatives of member

jurisdictions through the Island RTPO Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). The TAC will recommend approval of certification to the IRTPO Executive Board. If the plan is consistent, a certification letter from the Executive Board Chair will be sent to the local

jurisdiction.

A checklist will be used to determine where there is consistency and where there is not. There is a comment section for each checklist item to help clarify any

inconsistencies. A five-step certification review of local transportation elements is proposed:

1. Submitting jurisdiction cites location(s) of supporting evidence for each checklistitem.

2. IRTPO staff will conduct a preliminary checklist review to confirm will be used asan aid in conducting the preliminary certification review. Any inconsistencies orpotential problems across jurisdictional boundaries wou ld be noted at this

time.3. IRTPO staff will prepare an overall certification report that addresses all of the

individual elements from a checklist. The staff certification report will then bereviewed by the Island RTPO TAC.

4. Following the review by the TAC, the final report will be sent to the IRTPO

Execut ive Board and a recommendation will be presented for action.5. After action by the IRTPO Executive Board, a copy of the final report will be

forwarded to the jurisdiction.

If inconsistencies and/or problems are identified, discussions will first occur between

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IRTPO staff and the jurisdictions’ staff. If issues cannot be resolved at this level, the discussion will next take place with the TAC. Any unresolved issues from the TAC level

will then be discussed by the IRTPO Executive Board who will ultimately make the decision on certification. The review process will be accomplished within sixty days.

Once the local transportation elements are certified, they remain certified until they are amended or updated. Revised transportation elements would require recertification.

TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT CONSISTENCY REVIEW CHECKLIST

How to fill out the checklist

With the most recent version of your comprehensive plan and development regulations in

hand, fill out each item in the checklist. Select the check box or type in text fields,

answering the following questions:

Is this item addressed in your current plan or regulations? If YES, fill in the form

with citation(s) to where in the plan or code the item is addressed. We recommend using

citations rather than page numbers because they stay the same regardless of how the

document is printed. If you have questions about the requirement, follow the hyperlinks

to the relevant statutory provision or rules. If you still have questions, contact IRTPO

staff for assistance.

Is amendment needed to meet current statute? Check YES if the GMA requirement

has been met.

Use the “comments” box to add additional information to note areas where your county

may elect to work on or amend sections of your plan or development regulations that are

not strictly required by the GMA, or to indicate if the item is not applicable to your

jurisdiction.

1. A Transportation Element which is consistent with relevant CWPPs and RCW 36.70A.070(6) andincludes:

a. An inventory of air, water, and ground transportationfacilities and services, including transit alignments,state-owned transportation facilities, and generalaviation airports. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(A) and WAC

365-196-430(2)(c).

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

b. Adopted levels of service (LOS) standards for allarterials, transit routes and highways.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(B), New in 1997.WAC 365-196-430

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments::

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c. Identification of specific actions to bring locally-ownedtransportation facilities and services to establishedLOS. RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(D), Amended in 2005.WAC 365-196-430

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Notes:

d. A forecast of traffic for at least 10 years, including landuse assumptions used in estimating travel.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(i), RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(E)

WAC 365-196-430(2)(f). RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Yes No

Comments:

e. A projection of state and local system needs to meetcurrent and future demand.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iii)(F) and WAC 365-196-430(2)(f)

RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Yes No

Comments:

f. A pedestrian and bicycle component that addresses andencourages enhanced community access and promoteshealthy lifestyles.

RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(vii), Amended 2005WAC 365-196-430(2)(j) RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Yes No

Comments:

g. A description of any existing and plannedtransportation demand management (TDM)strategies, such as HOV lanes or subsidy programs,parking policies, etc.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(vi) and WAC 365-196-430(2)(i)

RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Yes No

Comments:

h. An analysis of future funding capability to judge needsagainst probable funding resources.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iv)(A) and WAC 365.196-430(2)(k)(iv)

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

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i. A multiyear financing plan based on needs identified inthe comprehensive plan, the appropriate parts of whichserve as the basis for the 6-year street, road or transitprogram.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iv)(B) and RCW 35.77.010WAC 365-196-430(2)(k)(ii)

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

j. If probable funding falls short of meeting identifiedneeds: a discussion of how additional funds will beraised, or how land use assumptions will bereassessed to ensure that LOS standards will be met.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(iv)(C) and WAC 365-196-430(2)(l)(ii)

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

k. A description of intergovernmental coordinationefforts, including an assessment of the impacts of thetransportation plan and land use assumptions on thetransportation systems of adjacent jurisdictions andhow it is consistent with the regional transportationplan.RCW 36.70A.070(6)(a)(v); WAC 365-196-430(2)(a)(iv)

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

2. Provisions for siting essential public facilities (EPFs), consistent with CWPPs and RCW

36.70A.200. This section can be included in the Capital Facilities Element, Land Use Element, orin its own element. Sometimes the identification and siting process for EPFs is part of theCWPPs.

a. A process or criteria for identifying and siting essentialpublic facilities (EPFs). [RCW 36.70A.200, Amended in1997 and 2001]Notes: EPFs are defined in RCW 71.09.020(14). Citiesshould consider OFM’s list of EPFs that are required orlikely to be built within the next six years. RegionalTransit Authority facilities are included in the list ofessential public facilities RCW 36.70A.200, amended2010. WAC 365-196-550(d)

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

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b. Policies or procedures that ensure the comprehensiveplan does not preclude the siting of EPFs. RCW36.70A.200(5)

Note: If the EPF siting process is in the CWPPs, thispolicy may be contained in the comprehensive plan aswell.WAC 365-196-550(3)

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

3. Consistency is required by the GMA.

a. All plan elements must be consistent with relevantcounty-wide planning policies (CWPPs) and, whereapplicable, Multicounty Planning Policies (MPPs), andthe GMA.RCW 36.70A.100 and 210

WAC 365-196-400(2)(c), 305 and 520

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

b. All plan elements must be consistent with each other.RCW 36.70A.070 (preamble), and WAC 365-197-400(2)(f)

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

c. The plan must be coordinated with the plans ofadjacent jurisdictions. RCW 36.70A.100 and WAC 365-196-520

Yes NoLocation(s)

Yes No

Comments:

4. Policies and plans supporting transit, freight transportation and port accessRCW 47.80.026.

a. A description of any existing and planned efforts topromote efficient movement of regional freight.RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

b. A description of any existing and planned efforts tosustain or improve port access, particularly ferryterminal access.RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

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c. A description of any existing and plannedimprovements to increase access to or efficiency oftransit RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

5. Policies and plans supporting improved circulation, access to regional systems, andintermodal connections RCW 47.80.026.

a. A description of any existing and plannedimprovements that would improve local or regionalcirculation patterns.RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

b. A description of any existing and planned efforts toimprove multimodal access to regional transportationcorridors.RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

c. A description of any existing and plannedimprovements to improve intermodal connections.RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

6. Transportation improvement policies or plans supporting regional economic vitalityRCW 47.80.026.

a. A description of any existing and plannedimprovements or policy revisions to retain, attract, orincrease access to employment in the region (takinggrowth in demand into account).RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

7. Transportation improvement policies or plans that support joint or mixed-use developmentRCW 47.80.026.

a. A description of any existing and plannedimprovements or policy revisions supporting joint ormixed-use development.RCW 47.80.026

Yes NoLocation(s)

Comments:

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Appendix A

The following is a detailed outline of the transportation element certification requirements as they apply to Island Region. A designation of NA indicates that this requirement is not relevant to Island Region. Follow the RCW links to access the complete text from which this summary is drawn. Outline numbers/letters do not align with actual RCW item references.

Per RCW 47.80.023 Each regional transportation planning organization (RTPO) shall certify that the transportation elements of comprehensive plans adopted by counties, cities, and towns within the region:

1) Reflect the guidelines and principles developed pursuant to RCW 47.80.026a) Guidelines and principles shall:

i) Be established by each RTPO, with cooperation from component cities,towns, and counties Island RTPO is in the process of establishing guidelinesand principles. In general, the organization intends to align this effort withstate law and will use the template (checklist) devised by WSDOT NorthwestRegion for continuity. The WSDOT template does not address provisions ofRCW 47.80.026, except where there is overlap with other RCWs. Items notcovered by the WSDOT checklist have been added to that tool. Additionalguidelines may be established to fit the IRTPO regional context.

ii) Provide specific direction for the development and evaluation of thetransportation elements of comprehensive plans, where such plans exist. Theestablished Consistency Review Checklist is intended to satisfy thisrequirement.

iii) Assure that state, regional, and local goals for the development oftransportation systems are met In cooperation with WSDOT NorthwestRegion, this checklist will be updated to reflect current Washington Statelaws. If specific regional (IRTPO) compliance requirements are identified, theywill be revisited during the next regional transportation plan update cycle.

iv) Address at a minimum the relationship between transportation systems and:(1) Concentration of economic activity (1d; 1e) Transportation elements

should reference appropriate sections or policies from land use elements. (2) Residential density (1d; 1e) Transportation elements should reference

appropriate sections or policies from land use elements. (3) Development corridors and urban design that, where appropriate,

supports: (a) High capacity transit (4c) Island region is not a candidate for high

capacity transit solutions such as light rail or high frequency transit at this time. For Island region this component will more generally address transit.

(b) Freight transportation (1d; 1e; 4a) Traffic forecasts include freight vehicle movement and projections of state and local need may address freight deficiencies. Inclusion of 4a ensures that support for freight activity is considered in the event that freight impacts from land use plans are not revealed through traffic modeling.

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(c) Port access (1d; 1e; 4b) Island Region is home to two ferry terminals that could be considered significant ports of entry for travelers and freight. Plans must consider impacts to ferry terminal operations to maintain ferry LOS. Inclusion of 4b ensures that support for port activity is considered in the event that impacts from land use plans are not revealed through traffic modeling.

(4) Development patterns that promote: (a) Pedestrian and non-motorized transportation (1f) (b) Circulation systems (1d; 5a) Regional traffic modeling may suggest

deficiencies in motor vehicle circulation, but will be less likely to consider other modal circulation patterns. Inclusion of 5g ensures that circulation patterns (for any mode) are considered with transportation elements.

(c) Access to regional systems (5b) Access to regional systems should consider potential access deficiencies, by any mode, to regional transportation options. This component may address within region concerns, such as between towns, and access to more distal regional transportation assets such as mainland transit.

(d) Effective and efficient highway systems (1b;1c) Assessing LOS concerns and identifying specific actions to address them will ensure highways act as corridors for efficient motor vehicle travel. Highway deficiencies for other modes will be addressed in other sections.

(e) The ability of transportation facilities and programs to retain existing and attract new jobs and private investment and to accommodate growth in demand (1d, 6a) Travel demand forecasting is one tool that can identify deficiencies with the potential to impact job retention or attraction. 6j allows jurisdictions to comment on other existing or planned transportation strategies that may improve economic vitality outcomes.

(f) Transportation demand management (1g) TDM references a wide range of tools to reduce the demand for motor vehicle travel. As such, TDM strategies may be identified throughout a transportation element. It is recommended that reference to TDM policies or plans be made explicit somewhere in the document, even if strategies appear in other locations.

(g) Joint and mixed use developments (7a) Certain types of transportation policies can support mixed use development patterns, such as policies promoting connectivity and non-motorized access.

(h) Present and future railroad right-of-way corridor utilization (NA) Island Region is unlikely to ever establish a rail corridor.

(i) Intermodal connections (1d, 1g, 5c) Regional traffic modeling may suggest deficiencies for intermodal connections such as vehicular access to ferry terminals. 5i addresses intermodal connections directly, providing an opportunity to highlight plans and policies that may not be suggested by modeling, but still benefit the transportation system.

2) Are consistent with the adopted regional transportation plan (RCW 47.80.030)Additional guidelines may be established to fit the IRTPO regional context.

3) Conform, where appropriate, with the requirements of RCW 36.70A.070:

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a) Each comprehensive plan shall include a plan, scheme, or design for atransportation element that implements, and is consistent with, the land useelement (3b)i) The transportation element shall include the following subelements:

(1) Land use assumptions used in estimating travel (1d)(2) Estimated traffic impacts to state-owned transportation facilities (1e)(3) Facilities and services needs, including:

(a) An inventory of: (i) air, water, and ground transportation facilities and services,

including transit alignments and general aviation airport facilities (1a)

(ii) State-owned transportation facilities within the city or county's jurisdictional boundaries (1a)

(b) Regionally coordinated, level of service standards for all locally owned arterials and transit routes (1k) (1b) (3a,b)

(c) Level of service standards for highways (per 47.06 and 47.80 RCW) for state-owned transportation facilities. (1b) (i) As a county consisting of islands whose only connection to the

mainland are state highways or ferry routes, state highways and ferry route capacity must be a factor in meeting the following concurrency requirements: 1. Local jurisdictions must adopt and enforce ordinances which

prohibit development approval if the development causes thelevel of service on a locally owned transportation facility todecline below the standards adopted in the transportationelement of the comprehensive plan, unless transportationimprovements or strategies to accommodate the impacts ofdevelopment are made concurrent with the development.(3a,3b) ordinances can be mentioned?

RCW 47.80.026 Comprehensive plans, transportation guidelines, and principles.

Each regional transportation planning organization, with cooperation from component cities,

towns, and counties, shall establish guidelines and principles by July 1, 1995, that provide

specific direction for the development and evaluation of the transportation elements of

comprehensive plans, where such plans exist, and to assure that state, regional, and local goals

for the development of transportation systems are met. These guidelines and principles shall

address at a minimum the relationship between transportation systems and the following factors:

Concentration of economic activity, residential density, development corridors and urban design

that, where appropriate, supports high capacity transit, freight transportation and port access,

development patterns that promote pedestrian and nonmotorized transportation, circulation

systems, access to regional systems, effective and efficient highway systems, the ability of

transportation facilities and programs to retain existing and attract new jobs and private

investment and to accommodate growth in demand, transportation demand management, joint

and mixed use developments, present and future railroad right-of-way corridor utilization, and

intermodal connections.

Examples shall be published by the organization to assist local governments in interpreting

and explaining the requirements of this section.

[ 1994 c 158 § 3.]

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