NEB PIANNING MPO POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING www.aredompo.org Meeting Date & Time: July 19, 2023 at 1:30 P.M. Meeting Location: City of Laredo Council Chambers, 1110 Houston St., Laredo, Texas 78040 Meeting Link: /ArSKEANLnANe Laredo TV: Spectrum TV channel 1300 AGENDA: I. CHAIRPERSON TO CALL MEETING TO ORDER II. CHAIRPERSON TO CALL ROLL III. CITIZEN COMMENTS Speakers are required to fill out witness cards, which must be submitted to MPO Staff no later than 1:45 p.m. the day of the meeting. Speakers shall identify themselves at the microphone. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No more than three (3) persons will be allowed to speak on any side of an issue. Should there be more than three (3) people who wish to speak on a specific issue, they should select not more than three (3) representatives to speak on their behalf. The presiding officer may further limit public on the interest of order or time. Speakers may not transfer their minutes to any other speaker. Comments should be relevant to MPO business and delivered in a professional manner. No derogatory remarks shall be permitted. IV. ITEMS REQUIRING POLICY COMMITTEE ACTION: A. Approval of the minutes for the meeting held on June 21, 2023. B. Receive public testimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-08, adopting the proposed amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). C. Receive public testimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-09, adopting the following proposed revisions to the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP): LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY Page 1 of 4 AREAMETROPOLTANI PLANNING ORGANIZATION MPO POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA 1. Revision of Appendix A - Short Range Projects Identified in the MTP and Listed in the TIP as necessaryto incorporate and reflect the proposed revisions to the 2023- 2026 TIP. D. Receive public testimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-10, adopting the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). E. Receive public testimony and initiate a 20-day public review and comment period for the FY 2022 Annual Listing of Obligated Projects (APL). F. Motion to accept the sole proposal in response to the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) FY23-047 for the 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Update and authorize staff to initiate contract fee negotiations. G. Discussion with possible action on the Hachar-Reuthinger Road project. V. REPORT(S) AND PRESENTATIONS (No action required). A. Status report by the Regional Mobility Authority (RMA). VI. DIRECTOR's COMMENTS VII. ADJOURNMENT NOTICE INFORMATION: Notice of this meeting was posted at the municipal government offices, 1110 Houston Street, Laredo, Texas, at a place convenient and readily accessible to the public at all times. Said notice was posted on Friday, July 14th 2023 by 5:00 P.M. The agenda and meeting information was also posted online at htplPpwlarsdompoonlasendas-minvutes. 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Informacion en espanol: Si usted desea esta informacion en espanol O si desea explicacion sobre el contenido, por favor llâmenos al teléfono (956) 794-1605 O comunicarse con nosotros mediante correo electronico a avgl@claredo.kus POLICY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP: LWCAMPO Chairperson Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge LWCAMPO Vice-Chairperson Honorable Dr. Victor Trevino, City of Laredo Mayor City of Laredo Representatives: Honorable Ruben Gutierrez, Jr., City Councilmember, District V Honorable Melissa R. Cigarroa, City Councilmember, District III County of Webb Representatives: Honorable Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 1 Honorable John Galo, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 3 Laredo Mass Transit Board Representative: Honorable Vanessa Perez, City Councilmember, District VII State Representative: Mr. Epigmenio "Epi" Gonzalez, P.E., TxDOT District Engineer Member at Large Representative: Jed A. Brown LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY Page 3 of 4 AREAI METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION MPO POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Ex-Officio Representatives: Honorable Judith Zaffirini, State Senator, District 21 Honorable Richard Raymond, State Representative, District 42 Honorable Tracy O. King, State Representative, District 80 AGENDA REVIEWED: MV Areke 6 luglée Juan S. Mendive, AICP B Jose A. Valdez, Jr. LWCAMPO Director Laredo City Secretary LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY Page 4 of 4 AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item IV.A. Approval of the minutesfor the meeting held on. June 21, 2023. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES June 21, 2023 LIVE WEB LINK: MtP/Paarastomlhe PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL: Spectrum TV channel 1300 I. CHAIRPERSON TO CALL MEETING TO ORDER CM. John Galo, called the meetingto order at 1:35 P.M. II. CHAIRPERSON TO CALL ROLL Graciela Briones, MPO Staff, called roll and verified a quorum existed. Regular members present: Honorable Melissa R. Cigarroa, City Councilmember, District III Honorable Vanessa Perez, Mayor Pro Tempore, CM. District VII Honorable John Galo, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 3 Honorable Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 1 Mr. Epigmenio "Epi" Gonzalez, P.E., TxDOT District Engineer Mr. Jed A. Brown, Member-at-Large Regular members not present: Honorable Dr. Victor D. Treviho, Mayor and LWCAMPO Chairperson Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge and LWCAMPO Vice-Chairperson Honorable Ruben Gutierrez Jr., City Councimember, DistrictV CM Perez, made a motionto excuse members not present and to name Commissioner John Galo presiding officerfor the meeting. Second: Mr. Brown For: 6 Against: 0 Abstained: 0 Motion carried unanimously. 1 Ex-Officio members not present: Honorable Judithz Zaffirini, State Senator, District 21 Honorable Richard Raymond, State Representative, District 42 Honorable Tracy O. King, State Representative, District 80 LWCAMPO Staff present: Juan S. Mendive, LWCAMPO Director Graciela Briones, LWCAMPO Planner III Julio Nino, LWCAMPO Plannerl III Eduardo Bernal, LWCAMPO Planner III Adriana A. Vigil, LWCAMPO Administrative Assistant Others: Orlando Navarro, COL Planning Dept. RobertJ. Garza, COL Transit Ramon Chavez, COL Engineering Gloria PerezSaavedra, COL Engineering Sara Garza, TxDOT Roberto Rodriguez, TXDOT Ana Duncan, TxDOT Luis M. Villarreal, TxDOT Fernando Martinez, TXDOT Angel Martinez, TxDOT Luis Valdez, TxDOT Adelaido "Lalo" Uribe, Webb County Judge'sOffice Luis Perez Garcia, Webb County Engineering Guillermo Cuellar, Webb County Engineering Victoria Villarreal, Webb County Planning Anthony Garza, Webb County Consultant Arturo Dominguez, RMA Jason Rodriguez, RMA Tim Juarez, Stanley Consultants Carlos Valdez, Stanley Consultants Melissa Montemayor Antonio Rodriguez Blasita Lopez III. CITIZEN COMMENTS Speakers are requiredi to fill out witness cards, which must be submitted to MPO Staffno later than 1:45 P.M. the day of the meeting. Speakers shall identify themselves at the microphone. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No more than three (3) persons will be allowedto speak on any side of an issue. Should there be more than three (3) people who wish to speak on a specificissue, they should select not more 2 than three (3) representativesto: speak on theirbehalf. The presiding officer mayfurther limit public on the interest of order or time. Speakers may not transfer their minutes to any other speaker. Comments should be relevant to MPO business and delivered in a professional manner. No derogatory remarks shall be permitted. IV. ITEMS REQUIRING POLICY COMMITTEE ACTION: A. Approval of the minutes for the meeting held on May 17, 2023. CM. Perez, made a motion to approve the minutesof May 17, 2023. Second: CM. Gonzalez For: 6 Against: ) Abstained: J Motion carried unanimously. B. Receive public testimony and initiate a 10-day public review and comment period for the following proposed amendment(s) to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP): Mr. Mendive, presented the proposed Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendments that were requested by TxDOT. Mr. Mendive mentioned that one of the amendments include changes to the Hachar- ReuthingerProject, toinclude thet funding amounts that have been allocated by the Policy Committee at a previous meeting. Mr. Mendive stated that at that point they would just open the comment period after he presents the item. CM. Gonzalez, made a motion to open the 10-day public hearing for the proposed amendmentsto the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP.) Second: CM. Cigarroa For: 6 Against: 0 Abstained: 0 Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Mendive, presented the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). He stated that Federal Law requires that MPOs in cooperation with the state and affected 3 mass transit operators develop a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for the Planning areas for a four-year period. Also, the TIP documents are subsequently combined to form the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program known as the STIP. Mr. Mendive, further stated that TxDOT amends the STIP on a quarterly basis, the next revision will be on August. Therefore, these amendments were brought to the committee that day to open the comment period inJuly andfinalize int timeforthe August revision. He further stated that will allow TxDOT to do several things with the projects and led some of the important projects for FY 2023. He also stated that revisions to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) require a 10-day publicreview and comment period. Mr. Mendive, explained the proposed amendments, he stated that the first one is to remove the CSJS for the projects for Hachar-Reuthinger and combining them into one new CSJ 3843-02-002 for a new location construction of a 4-lane divided highway, because it's been designated as State Highway 84 by the Texas Transportation Commission SO its changes need to be made. In addition, the funding amounts will be added to reflect the strategy that the committee and TxDOT agreed to. Mr. Mendive stated that, it would be in Category 7 funds $100,000,000, $32,488,674 in Category 4 funds and $15,188,067 in Category 2 funds. CM. Galo, asked for the record what CSJ is. Mr. Mendive, stated that CSJ is a Control Section Job number, itis a number that TxDOT usesto identify projects. Mr. Mendive, presentedi the next amendment, a revision of project CSJ 0018-05-089 for the replacement of bridge structure at Uniroyal Drive. He furtherstated that the purpose of that amendment was to revise the existing funding amounts, and the funding amounts will be adjusted to increase Category 12 funds from $45,000,000 to $100,921,714, to cover implementingfunding gaps. Mr. Mendive, presented the next amendment for the Lomas Del Sur Project, which had already been allocated funding through the MPO Policy Committee, are going to have some adjustments with additional funds that will be added. He stated that the purpose of the amendmentis to revise the existingfunding amounts, the funding amounts would be adjusted to increase Category 2 funds from $23,209,713 to $34,535,033. He further stated that nothing is changing to the project's letting date, everything is staying the same. Mr. Mendive, stated that it's the same thing with the direct connector number 3 and 6, Northbound and Southbound and IH-35 to US-59 Eastbound, the amendmentisto revise the existing funding amounts. He further stated that the funding amounts will be adjusted to increased Category 12 funds from $39,200,000 to $41,505,334, and add Category 1 funds int the amount of $13,000,001. Mr. Mendive continued with Revision of project CSJ 0086-14-077 for the construction of US 59 interchange at the airport. He stated that the amendment is to revise the exiting funding amounts and project letting 4 date to FY 2026, and adjust funding amounts to increase Category 12 funds from $16,418,996 to $23,640,497. CM. Galo, asked if that includedany acquisition fundst for any right-of-way. Mr. Gonzalez, answered that is just construction money. Mr. Mendive, continued with Revision of Project CSJ 0086-16008 for the construction of an overpass at Lomas Del Sur and State Loop 20. He stated the purpose of the amendment is to revise the existing finding amounts to increase Category 2 funds from $23,209,713 to $345,353,033. Mr. Mendive, presented the Revision of project CSJ 0086-14-086 for the reconstruction of existing 6-lane divided highwayto propose 6-lane freewayincluding: 3- lane frontage roads, the purpose of the amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts and projectletting date to FY 2026. Mr. Mendive, furtherstatedi that the funding amounts will be adjust to increase Category 12 funds from $29,290,676 to $57,790,767 and add Category 1 fundsin the amount of $19,000,001. Mr. Mendive, also presented the TIP Administrative Amendments for information purposes only. Mr. Mendive, stated that some letting dates were changed within the 10 years of 2023 to 2026, just have to get Administrative Amendment and no Policy Committee action is needed, since itis only for informational purposes. CM. Perez, asked about the changes in some of the letting dates. Mr. Mendive, answered by stating that thereis an item in the agenda by the Engineering Department to discuss these changes to the letting dates. Mr. Brown, asked about #6 Revision of project CSJ 0086-16-008. He asked where that is located. Mr. Mendive, answered that it was from US-59 to 0.4 miles north of East Corridor road which is at the airport. CM. Galo, asked the publicif anyone was For or Against initiating a 10-day public review and comment period fori the propoxedamendmentsto the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). C. Receive public testimony and initiate a (10) ten-day public review and comment period for the proposed revisions to the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). 5 CM. Gonzalez, made a motionto open a 10-day publichearing for the proposedrevisions to the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). Second: Mr. Brown For: 6 Against: 0 Abstained: Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Mendive, stated that these are the same items, they just have to make the changes to the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and then come back in July. CM. Galo, asked the publici if anyone was For or Against initiation a 10-day public review and comment period for the proposed revisions to the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). D. Receive public testimony and initiate a (20) twenty-day public review and comment period for the draft FY 2024 UnifiedPlanning Work Program (UPWP). CM. Gonzalez, made a motion to open a 20-day public hearing for the draft FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). Second: Mr. Brown For: 6 Against: 0 Abstained: 0 Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Mendive, gave a presentation of the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). Mr. Mendive, stated that the UPWP is a federally required work program describing the transportation planning programs and activities that are performed by the MPO every fiscal year. He further stated the UPWP can be amended at any time if needed. Mr. Mendive continued describing more about the UPWP and purpose. Mr. Mendive stated that once approved by the Policy Committee in the July meeting, it will be submitted to TxDOT1 for FHWA approval. Mr. Mendive, went over the UPWP BudgetSummary with the committee. 6 E. Receive public testimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-05, adopting the following proposed amendment(s) of the MPO By-Laws: 1. Amend Article II, Section 2.1 and 2.2 to allow the Chairperson and Vice- Chairperson to rotate every two years between the City of Laredo Mayor and Webb County Judge. 2. Amend Article II, Section 2.3 to update the Technical Committee membership. CM. Galo, stated that it was an open public hearing, ifthere was anyone to speak For or Against. Mr. Mendive, mentioned that this ist the final vote for the Bylaw changes that were presentedini the last meeting. He furtherstated that ifthis goesforward at the next meeting the Judge will be taking of the Chairmanship. CM. Gonzalez, made a motion to approve the Resolution as iti is showni in Article II, Section 2.1, Section 2.2 and Section 2.3. Second: CM. Perez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstained: 0 Motion carried unanimously. F. Discussion with possible action to approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-06, adopting and supporting the 2023 Texas Department of Transportation Targets for Pavement and Bridge Performance Measures (PM2). G. Discussion with possible action to approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-07, adopting and supporting the 2023 Texas Department of Transportation Targets for System Performance Measures (PM3). Mr. Mendive, presented both Resolutions No. MPO 2023-06 and No. MPO 2023-07. Mr. Mendive, stated that they are a Federal requirement that needto be looked at. He presented the Performance Periods and Reporting Schedule to the committee. He stated that TxDOT does these safety targets, and these targets PM2 and PM3 are done every other year. Mr. Mendive, presented the PM2 Pavement and Bridge condition targets to the committee. He also presented the PM3 Service Performance Measures Targets to the committee. 7 CM. Gonzalez, made a motion to approve both Resolution No. MPO 2023-06 adopting and supportingthe 2023 Texas Department of Transportation Targets for Pavement and Bridge Performance Measures (PM2), and Resolution No. MPO 2023-07 adopting and supporting the 2023 Texas Department of Transportation Targets for System Performance Measures (PM3). Second: Mr. Brown For: 6 Against: 0 Abstained: 0 Motion carried unanimously. H. Discussion with possible action on the Hachar-Reuthinger Road project. Mr. Mendive, gave a brief statement on the Hachar-Reuthinger Road project, he stated they attended the Texas Transportation Commission meeting in May, where they had designated the Hachar-Reuthinger project as State Hwy. 84, he further stated that the City of Laredo's nginerngepartment would provide a presentation on the item. Mr. Chavez, COL Engineering gave an update on Hachar-Reuthinger Road project. Mr. Chavez, presented the status on the State Hwy 84, he stated that all 8 parcels have been sent to the TxDOT approved appraiser who will be evaluating and certifying them. Mr. Chavez, mentioned that he provided a timeline in the package providedtothe committee. He further stated that they will try to expedite them as soon as possible, he also stated that one of the discussions they had with TXDOT was to focus on the ND Hachar Trust and parcel 6, which are the bigger parcels that will account for approximately more than 97 percent of the total area. CM. Perez, asked ifthe Utilities will be anissue, she also asked if most of the parcel owners were going to donate land. Mr. Chavez, stated that it was the understanding at that point, but once they send the offerletters they will getinto those conversations with the parcel owners. CM. Galo, stated that by law they must sent the offerletters to the parcel owners, and they can change their mind on donating he land once they see the dollar amount, if that happens the City is responsible for acquisition. Mr. Chavez, stated that in the City's additional responsibilityfortne projectregarding the utilitycoordination: it is moving along and is well aheadof schedule. 8 I. Discussion with possible action on the MPO and member organizations representation at the June 29th Texas Transportation Commission meeting, and any other matters incident thereto. Mr. Mendive, stated that at the next Texas Transportation meeting on June 29th inAustin they will be presenting the Draft UTP, which will include the Hachar amounts that were included ini the TIP amendments with the Category 2 and Category 41 funds. Mr. Mendive, further stated that some of the Policy Committee members including Mayor Pro Tempore, Vanessa Perez, and Councilmemberwelissa Cigarroa had expressedinterestin attending that meeting. J. Presentation by the Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) on the River Road Route Alternatives Study, with possible action. Mr. Brown, stated a few comments on the item and he presented Melissa Montemayor, RMA. Mrs. Montemayor, gave a brief statement and presented Jason Rodriguez, RMA. Mr. Rodriguez, gave a presentation on the River Road Route Alternative Study, he shared a brief background on what started the RiverRoad Route Alternative Study and the work that had been done over the years. Mr. Rodriguez, shared that they did a traffic analysis to determine ifthey should buildi it or not, and that essentially concluded thatifthey build the full5.6-mile roadwayitv wouldreduce the traffictime From Las Tiendas to I-69 by more than half the travel time. Mr. Rodriguez, presented the Proposed Cross-Section for the River Road, he stated that they estimated a 150-foot right-of-way, with 2 lanes in each direction split by a median, where the turns lanes will be andfuture expansion oft the road to 3 lanes could be. Mr. Rodriguez, stated that they next step would be to find the funds the project. CM. Perez, stated thatit was the firsttime she saw these Route Alternative Study, but she is all for the project. Mr. Brown, stated that he would like to see the lines on the property owners to know who this road would be impacting. He further stated that some of the owners had commented that they would donate the land but there are others that haven't even commented. CM. Perez, stated that back in 2015 = 2016 Mr. Medina had been able to secure all the landowners along the route to donate. She furtherstated that he may have already done some ofthe preliminary work. 9 Mrs. Montemayor, stated yes in fact Mr. Medina was instrumental in sharing the information that he had previously worked on, and they did use that as a basis for the analysis of the alignment. Mr. Brown, stated that the trickiest part is in the North end where there are Master Planning going on and the road may be going through areas that are planned for industrial. Mr. Brown, stated that he would like to have a workshop with the City to get more information before it is presented to the City and the County Commissionerst to understand itbetter. He furtherstated thatthey put the study together witht the MPO, they don'thave the money to buildi it andi it will take time toi identify where the $155 million dollars will come will come from. Mr. Mendive, added that once an alignment is selected they will work with the City's Planning Department to make sure that it is on the thoroughfare plan SO that way when the developers goin they know to preserve that right-of-way. CM. Perez, stated that regardless of not knowing which alignment they will choose they should start contacting the landowners to initiate the process. Mr. Navarro, COL Planning stated the Planning Department can gladly take the lead and start bringingin1 the landowners. He also stated that they dol have some activity outt there, some plats and some annexations coming through, SO they can get everyone ready for this project. CM. Perez, suggested they have a workshop with the landowners and the interested parties at the Fasken Rec centerin July. V. REPORT(S) AND PRESENTATIONS (No action required). A. Status report by the Regional Mobility Authority (RMA). Mr. Brown, stated that in the packet there they can find the Status report by the RMA on the projects they are working on. B. Presentation and project updates by Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT): Roberto Rodriguez, TxDOT gave a presentation on the followingitems. 1. Laredo Outer Loop update 2. Loop 20/US 59 Upgrade update 3. Signage on IH 35 including nearthe Border Patrol checkpoint 10 Roberto Rodriguez, TxDOT gave a quick presentation and project updates. Mr. Rodriguez, gave an update on the Laredo Outer Loop, he presenteda time frame of the project development phasestot the committee members. He stated that they had splitthe Outer Loop in 3 phases, from 35 to 59, from 59 to 359, and from 359 South to 83. He further stated that due to the ranking of the MPO the segment between 359 and 59 became the top priority due to the traffic and congestion on 359. CM. Galo, stated that some of those properties where the alignment is are starting to disappear,so he asked what isit that they needto do in order to secure the right-of-way. Mr. Rodriguez, stated that theyhave had several meetings with the property owners and one of there has been one relocation changed in the 359 area. He also stated that the location that they are crossing now is undeveloped and they have been approached by developers about building in those areas, but they are leaving the space for the Outer Loop to go through. Mr. Rodriguez, gave an update on the US-59 project, he stated the project is letting in August of this year, iti is close to 6 milesin length, and it was from International to South of the Airport. He furtherstated that theyextended the limits because they needto make some improvements on the intersection. CM. Galo, asked ifthere was anything been done at the University Blvd. Mr. Rodriguez, stated that there will be an Interchange at TAMIU. He stated that it will be Shiloh, University, Del Mar, and Jacaman. CM. Gonzalez, askedi if ity will be constructedint that order as mentioned by Mr. Rodriguez. Mr. Rodriguez, stated that the first 10 to 12 months the construction will be the relocation of the utility services, the next phase will be buildingthe 2 lanesthat will be most of the area, the future Northbound Frontage road. Once they openup the Northbound they will be shifting the traffic to that side SO they can reconstruct what will be the Southbound Frontage Road, and afteri that the Bridgesand the lanes. Mr. Gonzalez, answered CM. Gonzalez's question on the order of construction. Mr. Gonzalez, stated that they will be going from South to North. Mr. Gonzalez, also stated that they are going to leapfrog them SO that they can maintain intersections open for access. Mrs. Duncan, TxDOT explained to the committee how the projects will be constructed. She stated that initially there were 3 phases, there was the Northern phase, which was International, Shiloh, and Del Mart than there was a 2nd phase which wasjust. Jacaman and there was phase 3 which was the Airport. She further stated their intent was to start at the Airport and go north than they had several issues come up SO theyd decidedto switch 11 gears and go North to South inthe project itself. She also statedthat now they are doing the Northern project and with some recent changes they were able to include Jacaman as part of that Northern project, SO now they are doing that project first and then the Airport project, but for the first project the sequence of construction will be South to North. CM. Gonzalez, asked if the construction timeline of 5 years 3 months is including everything all the overpassesand Bridges. Mrs. Duncan, statedi it was correct. Mr. Rodriguez, gave an update on the signage on IH 35 including near the Border Patrol checkpoint. He stated that this request has come several times to the MPO. He further stated that in orderto have enforcing signs that the right laneis onlyfor trucks theyneed to have a minimum of 3 lanes on the interstate according to the Transportation Administrator. So, at the time it can be signed but it cannot be enforced by law enforcement. Mr. Rodriguez, stated that they already have a consultant onboard doing a Schematic and PS&E from mile marker20 to mile marker 30, and that project was broken up in several phases. CM. Perez, made a motion to name Commissioner Gonzalez presiding officer for the remainderof the meeting. Second: CM. Galo For: 6 Against: 0 Abstained: 0 Motion carried unanimously. CM. Galo left the meeting at3:04 P.M. C. Update by City of Laredo Engineering staff on the FM 1472/Flecha Ln. Realignment (CSJ 0922-33-076) and Calton Road Grade Separation (CSJ 0922-33-093) projects. Ramon Chavez, COL Engineering presented an update on the FM 1472/Flecha Ln. Realignment (CSJ 0922-33-076) and Calton Road Grade Separation (CSJ 0922-33-093) projects. Mr. Chavez, started by addressing CM. Perez's question regarding the letting date, he stated that their consultants' schedules have an earlier letting date on both of the projects, but TxDOT recommended that they place them for May 2025. Mr. Chavez, started with the Flecha Ln./ Las Cruces Realignment update, he stated that the environmental assessment a mitigation has started, and the Consultantalready surveyed the field data that is needed for the mitigation as well as the H&H in the Hydrological 12 Study and the Utilitiesfor the relocation. He further stated that as far as the Real Estate and Property Acquisition in an eye plane a lot of the delays on the Flecha Ln. project, because before May 15th 2023 when Council authorized the purchase of the properties, theywere not successful in accessingthem. Mr. Chavez, stated that on that day theywere closing on the property giving them 100% of the right-of-way neededforthe project. He stated that the closing for the 2 additional Parcels that were needed were taking place that day. He furtherstated that the most recent estimate for Flecha Ln. was at 4.9 million SO there will be a funding gap on the project, he mentioned" they are starting a budgetfor those funding gaps. CM. Perez, stated that all this helps the connectivity at the Mines Rd. Mr. Chavez, gave an update onthe Calton Road Grade Separation and Roadway Widening. He stated that staff was currently working on amendment 12, he stated that they have been back and fourth with the consultant on the fees, and they will be taking a recommendation to Council with that amendment that has to do with the redesign, the new standard specs and the latest TxDOT revisions. He further stated that they have the target dates for each of the Utility relocations, he stated that the Environmental Re- evaluation was completed in 2022 and once the amendment is approved they are expecting to have 100% plans to TxDOT in August, from there they will go into coordination with UPR which is also necessary and the Consultants estimated that by January 2024 they will be completed with that. Mr. Chavez, stated that there will also be funding gaps on that project. VI. DIRECTOR's COMMENTS Mr. Mendive, MPO Director provided the following comments/report: 1. The nextTexas Transportation Commission Meeting will be held on June 29, 2023. The draft listof projects for the 2024 Unified Transportation Program (UTP) ise expectedto be presented at this meeting. upcoming meetings and agendas can be found on the ollowinglink:https/www.xdotgv/about/eadersnp/texas-tras-transportation- commission/meeting.dates-apendas.htmi. 2. The next TXDOT Border Trade Advisory Committee (BTAC) meeting will be heldin Brownsville on August 22, 2023. BTAC providesa forum fori the exchange of communications between the Texas Transportation Commission, TxDOT, the governor, and committee members representing bordertrade interests. 3. MPO staff attended an in-person FHWA Workshop on the Congestion Management Process in Austin on June 7th and gth. 13 4. The 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan RFQ was issued on May 19th with a deadline of June 12th. The next stepis evaluation and selection process. The evaluation committee will make a recommendation to the Technical and Policy CommitteeinJuly. 5. Upcoming regularly scheduled meetings: Active Transportation Committee - June 28, 2023 Technical Committee - July 11, 2023 Policy Committee - July 19, 2023 VII. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Policy Committee reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any posted agenda item when authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 Deliberations about Real Property), 551.074 PersonnelMatters), 551.076 Deliberations about Security Devices), and/or 551.086 (Economic Development). Following closed session, the open meeting will reconvene at which time action, if any, may be taken. VIII. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Brown, made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 3:17 P.M. Second: CM. Perez For: 5 Against: 0 Abstained: J Motion carried unanimously. Juan S. Mendive, AICP Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge and LWCAMPO Director LWCAMPO Chairperson 14 LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item IV.B. Receive public testimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-08, adopting the proposed amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION ACTION ITEM DATE: 07-19-23 ITEM: IV.B SUBJECT: RESOLUTION Receive publictestimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-08, adopting the proposed amendmentsto the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). INITIATED BY: STAFF SOURCE: Staff Juan S. Mendive, MPO Director PREVIOUS ACTION: The MPO Policy Committee approved Resolution No. MPO 2022-05 adopting the 2023-2026 TIP on May 18, 2022. The firstformal revision to the 2023-2026 TIP was approvedon October 19, 2022 through Resolution No. MPO 2022-08. A second revision to the 2023-2026 TIP was approved lon. January 18, 2023 through Resolution No. MPO 2023-01. On. June 21, 2023 the MPO Policy Committee approved a motion to receive publictestimony and initiate a 10- day public review and comment period for the proposed amendments. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION ACTION ITEM BACKGROUND: The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is a federally required document which MPO's developin cooperation with all their planning partners to program mobility and transit projects for a four-year period. On May 18th, 2022, the MPO Policy Committee approved the Laredo MPO 2023-2026 TIP. All MPO TIP documents are subsequently combinedtoform the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). Revisions to the TIP involving major changes require a public review and comment period and formal action by the MPO Policy Committee. 1. Revision of projects CSJ 0922-33-165 and CSJ 0922-33-166 to combine the Hachar-Reuthinger project into new CSJ 3843-02-002 for the new location construction of a 4-lane divided highway (SH 84) from FM1472 to IH35 west frontage road. Purpose of amendment is to add the new project CSJ 3843-02-002, update the project information to reflect the designation of State Highway 84 and revise funding amounts and project letting date to FY 2024. Funding amounts will be adjusted to reflect the funding strategy and additional programming of Category 7 funds approved by the Policy Committee on March 22, 2023. Thisincludes $100,000,000 in Category 7 funds, $32,488,674 in Category 4 funds, and $15,188,067 in Category 21 funds. 2. Revision of project CSJ 0018-05-089 for the replacement of bridge structure at Uniroyal Drive. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts. Funding amounts will be adjustedto increase Category 12 funds from $45,000,000 to $100,921,714. 3. Revision of project CSJ 0086-16-008 for the construction of an overpass at Lomas Del Sur Blvd. and State Loop 20. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts. Funding amounts will be adjustedto increase Category 2 funds from $23,209,713 to $34,535,033. 4. Revision of project CSJ 0018-06-185 for the construction of a new direct connector (#3 and # 6) northbound and southbound IH35 to US59 eastbound. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existingfunding amounts. Funding amounts will be adjustedto increase Category 12 funds from $39,200,000 to $41,505,334 and add Category 1 fundsin the amount of $13,000,001. 5. Revision of project CSJ 0086-14-077 forthe construction of US 59 interchange at airport. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts and project letting date to FY 2026. Funding amounts will be adjusted to increase Category 12 funds from $16,418,996 to $23,640,497. 6. Revision of project CSJ 0086-14-086 for the reconstruction of existing 6-lane dividedhighway to proposed 6-lane freeway with a sectionincluding 3-lane frontage roads. Purpose of amendmentis to revise the existingfunding amounts and project letting date to FY 2026. Funding amounts will be adjustedtoi increase Category 12 funds from $29,290,676 to $57,790,767 and add Category 1 fundsin the amount of $19,000,001. No public comments were received during the 10-day public and review period for the proposed amendments. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Technical Committee recommends approval. Staff recommends approval. LAREDO WEBB & COUNTY - AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION RESOLUTION NO. MPO 2023-08 BY THE LAREDO WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION POLICY COMMITTEE ADOPTING THE AMENDMENT/S) OF THE 2023-2026 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP) WHEREAS, the Laredo Webb County. Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) has reviewed Ithe proposedamencments) of the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP);a and, WHEREAS, the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) finds that the proposed amendment(s) oft the 2023-2026 Transportation improvementProgram (TIP) meets the high priontyimprovements necessaryfor the LWCAMPO area; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) adoptedi the proposed amendment(s) ofthe 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which is attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purpose: We certify that the above resolution was adopted on July 19th, 2023, at a public meeting of the Policy Committee of the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LW/CAMPO). Honorable Tano E. Tijerina Webb County Judge and Chairperson of the LWCAMPO Policy Committee Juan S. Mendive, AICP Epigmenio "Epi" Gonzalez, P.E. MPO Director Laredo District Engineer 2023-2026 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP) 1. Federal law requires that Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) in cooperation with the State and affected transit operators develop a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for their planning areas for a four-year period. 2. All MPO TIP documents are subsequently combined to form the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). TxDOT amends the STIP on a quarterly basis. 3. Revisions to the TIP involving major changes require a public review and comment period and formal action by the MPO Policy Committee prior to being added to the STIP. 4. Our MPO Public Participation Plan requires a 10-day public review and comment period for amendments to the TIP. No comments were received. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION PROPOSED TIP AMENDMENTS 1. Revision of projects CSJ 0922-33-165 and CSJ 0922-33-166 to combine the Hachar- Reuthinger project into new CSJ 3843-02-002 for the new location construction of a 4- lane divided highway (SH 84) from FM1472 to IH35 west frontage road. Purpose of amendment is to add the new project CSJ 3843-02-002, update the project information to reflect the designation of State Highway 84 and revise funding amounts and project letting date to FY 2024. Funding amounts will be adjusted to reflect the funding strategy and additional programming of Category 7 funds approved by the Policy Committee on March 22, 2023. This includes $100,000,000 in Category 7 funds, $32,488,674 in Category 4 funds, and $15, 188,067 in Category 2 funds. 2. Revision of project CSJ 0018-05-089 for the replacement of bridge structure at Uniroyal Drive. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts. Funding amounts will be adjusted to increase Category 12 funds from $45,000,000 to $100,921,714. 3. Revision of project CSJ 0086-16-008 for the construction of an overpass at Lomas Del Sur Blvd. and State Loop 20. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts. Funding amounts will be adjusted to increase Category 2 funds from $23,209,713 to $34,535,033. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION PROPOSED TIP AMENDMENTS 4. Revision of project CSJ 0018-06-185 for the construction of a new direct connector (#3 and # 6) northbound and southbound IH35 to US59 eastbound. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts. Funding amounts will be adjusted to increase Category 12 funds from $39,200,000 to $41,505,334 and add Category 1 funds in the amount of $13,000,001. 5. Revision of project CSJ 0086-14-077 for the construction of US 59 interchange at airport. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts and project letting date to FY 2026. Funding amounts will be adjusted to increase Category 12 funds from $16,418,996 to $23,640,497. 6. Revision of project CSJ 0086-14-086 for the reconstruction of existing 6-lane divided highway to proposed 6-lane freeway with a section including 3-lane frontage roads. Purpose of amendment is to revise the existing funding amounts and project letting date to FY 2026. Funding amounts will be adjusted to increase Category 12 funds from $29,290,676 to $57,790,767 and add Category 1 funds in the amount of $19,000,001. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY I AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) AMENDMENTS Revision of Appendix A - Short Range Projects Identified in the MTP and Listed in the TIP as necessary to incorporate and reflect the proposed revisions to the 2023-2026 TIP. Our Public Participation Plan requires a 10-day public review and comment period for amendments to the MTP. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION TIP Highway Financial Summary Year of Expenditure Cost TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORIATION Laredo MPO District 22 FY 2023 - 2026 Transportation improvement Program Funding by Category FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 Total FY2023- 2026 Category Description Programmed Authorized Programmed Authorized Programmed Authorized Programmed Authorized Programmed Authorized Preventive Maintenance 1 and Rehabilitation $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $32,000,002 $32,000,002 $32,000,002 $32,000,002 Urban Area (Non- TMA) 2 Corridor Projects $105,450,000 $105,450,000 $17,879,491 $17,879,491 $34,535,033 $34,535,033 $12,355,990 $12,355,990 $170,220,514 $170,220,514 Non-1 Traditionally Funded 3 Transportation! Project $0 $0 $10,750,000 $10,750,000 $0 $0 $14,780,000 $14,780,000 $25,530,000 $25,530,000 Statewide Connectivity 4 Corridor Projects $0 $0 $32,488,674 $32,488,674 $65,000,000 $65,000,000 $0 $0 $97,488,674 $97,488,674 5 CMAQ $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 6 Structures $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 7 Metro Mobility & Rehab $0 $0 $101,250,000 $101,250,000 $7,030,287 $7,030,287 $16,500,000 $16,500,000 $124,780,287 $124,780,287 8 Safety $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 9 TAP TASA $0 $0 $0 $0 $696,850 $696,850 $0 $0 $696,850 $696,850 Supplemental 10 Transportation $0 $0 $0 $0 $18,040,154 $18,040,154 $0 $0 $18,040,154 $18,040,154 10CBI Corridor Border $43,502,580 $43,502,580 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $43,502,580 $43,502,580 11 District Discretionary $1,500,000 $1,500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 11 Rider 11B $26,000,000 $26,000,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $26,000,000 $26,000,000 12 Strategic Priority $18,000,000 $18,000,000 $52,342,567 $52,342,567 $100,921,714 $100,921,714 $126,936,598 $126,936,598 $298,200,879 $298,200,879 SBPE Strategy Budget PE $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 SB102 Strategy 102 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Total $194,452,580 $194,452,580 $214,710,732 $214,710,732 $226,224,038 $226,224,038 $202,572,590 $202,572,590 $837,959,940 $837,959,940 Funding Participation Source Source FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 Total FY23-26 Federal $155,562,064 $163,636,973 $181,965,326 $150,234,072 $651,398,435 State $38,890,516 $40,073,759 $41,497,407 $34,258,518 $154,720,200 Local Match $0 $250,000 $2,761,305 $3,300,000 $6,311,305 CAT 3- Local Contributions (LC) $0 $10,750,000 $0 $14,780,000 $25,530,000 CAT3 3-F Prop 1 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 CAT3 3- Prop 12 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 CAT3-F Prop 14 Bonds $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 CAT 3- Texas Mobility Fund $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 CAT3-1 TDC $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Other- Strategy PE Budget $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Other Strategy 102 Budget $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Total $194,452,580 $214,710,732 $226,224,038 $202,572,590 $837,959,940 2023-2026 TIP REVISION #3 LOCATIONS OF PROJECTS 35 83 N CSJ:0922-33-166 New CSJ:3843-02-002 CSJ:0018-05-089 CSJ:0922-33-165 & FM 1472 CSJ:0086-14-089 CSJ:0092-33-205 35 CSJ:0086-14-076 . ILAN CSJ:0086-14-075 CSJ:0018-06-185 OOP 20 CSJ:0086-14-079 CSJ:0922-33-213 CSJ:0086-14-088 BRISTOL o AAAR BLVO CSJ: 0922-33-076 DEL CSJ:0086-14-078 AS A CSJ: 0922-33-093 esJ:0086-14-087 Lake HLISIDE Casa Blanca CSJ:0086-14-077 CSJ:0922-33-177 59 - LYON CSJ:0922-33-181 CSJ:0086-14-086 359 TEXAS CSJ:0086-01-073 CSJ:0086-02-023 CSJ:0086-16-008 GIELFTO INDO 83 TIP Projects FY 2023-2026 Rio Bravo Current Projects Project Line CSJ:0000-00-000 = Amendment Date: 7/14/2023 LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item IV.C. Receive public testimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-09, adopting the following proposed revisions to the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP): 1. Revision of Appendix, A- - Short Range Projetsldentfedinthe MTP and Listed in the TIP as necessary to incorporate and reflect the proposed revisions to the 2023-2026 TIP. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION ACTION ITEM DATE: 07-19-23 ITEM: IV.C SUBJECT: RESOLUTION Receive publictestimony and approve Resolution MPO 2023-09, adopting the proposedrevisionts) tothe 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). 1. Revision of Appendix. A - Short Range Projects Identified in the MTP and Listed in the TIP as necessary to incorporate and reflect the proposed revisions to the 2023-2026 TIP. INITIATED BY: STAFF SOURCE: Staff Juan S. Mendive, MPO Director PREVIOUS ACTION: On January 21, 2020, the Policy Committee adopted the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). The Policy Committee approved Revision #1 on April, 20, 2020, Revision #2 was approved on June 15, 2020. Revision #3 was approved on February 22, 2021. Revision #4 was an administrative modification on April 19, 2021. Revision #! 5 was approved on February 8, 2022. On October 19, 2022, the Policy Committee approved Revision # 6 through Resolution No. MPO 2022-09. On January 18, 2023, the Policy Committee approved Revision #7 through Resolution No. MPO 2023-02. On. June 21, 2023 the MPO Policy Committee approved a motion to receive publictestimony and initiate a 10- day public review and comment period fori the proposed revisions. BACKGROUND: Metropolitan Planning Organizations are requiredi to develop and update the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) for their respective metropolitan area covering a planning horizon of at least 20 years. The Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan is an official, comprehensive, intermodal transportation plan developedand adopted for the metropolitan planning area. The 2020-2045 MTP identifies the existing andf future transportation needs and develops coordinated. strategiesto provide the necessary transportation facilities essential forthe continued mobility and economic cvitality of the region. Projects includedint the MPO's Transportation Improvement Program shall be consistent with the approved Metropolitan Transportation Plan. On April 19, 2021, an administrative modification tothe MTP added Appendix A - Short Range Projectsldent/led in the MTP and Listed in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to facilitate thei identification of projects on both the TIP and the MTP, and to ensure consistency between! both documents. The proposedrevisionis intendedto make the necessary changes to the MTP, specifically, Appendix. A - Short Range Projects Identified in the MTP and Listed in the TIP to incorporate and reflect the proposed revisionsto the 2023-2026 TIP. No public comments were received during the 10-day public and review period for the proposed revisions. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Technical Committee recommends approval. Staff recommendsapproval. LAREDO WEBB & COUNTY - AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION RESOLUTION NO. MPO 2023-09 BY THE LAREDO WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION POLICY COMMITTEE ADOPTING THE REVISION(S) OF THE 2020-2045 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) WHEREAS, the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) has reviewed the proposedrevisionts) ofthe 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP); and, WHEREAS, the Laredo Webb County. Area Metropolitan Panningorganzation (LWCAMPO) findst that the proposed revision(s) oft the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) meetthe high prontyimprovements necessaryfor the LWCAMPO area; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO), has adoptedthe proposed revisions of the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), which are attached hereto and made a part hereoffor all purpose: We certify that the above resolution was adopted on July 19th, 2023, at a public meeting of the Policy Committee of the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LW/CAMPO). Honorable Tano E. Tijerina Webb County Judge and Chairperson of the LWCAMPO Policy Committee Juan S. Mendive, AICP Epigmenio "Epi" Gonzalez, P.E. MPO Director Laredo District Engineer Laredol Webb County Areal MPO (Appendix A) Short Range Projects Identifiedi int thel Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP)a and Listedi int thel Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) FY2023 FY2026 CSJ PROJECT NAME SCOPE FROM TO SPONSOR PROJECT CATEGORY YOE COST FY2023 1 0086-01-073 SH3 3591 Widening Widenn roadwayf from3 3-lanet to 5-lane 4.06miesEofSL20 8.935milesE EofSL 20 TxDOT 11,12 $25,000,000 undividedH Highway 2 0086-02-023 SH3 3591 Widening Widenn roadwayfr from2 2-lanet to4 4-lane 8:935milesEofSL: 20 9.830n milesE EofSL 20 TxDOT 11 $6,000,000 divided highway Reconstruction ofe existinge 6-la lane 3 0086-14-088 USS 59( (Loop: 20) dividedhighwayt toproposed6 6-lane 0.36r mi South ofl UniversityB Blvd 0.51 mi South of Shiloh Dr. TxDOT 2U, 10, 11, Reconstruction freewayf facilityw with3 3-lanef frontage $45,394,778 roads atl University Blvd. tos Shiloh Dr. 4 0086-14-076 Interchangea US59(Loop2 at Shiloh 20) Dr. Constructiono ofir interchange Dr. at: Shiloh 0.50n mi Sofs Shiloh Dr. 0.50n mi Nof ShilohD Dr. TxDOT 2M,1 10 $31,856,549 Reconstruction ofe existinge 6- lane 5 0086-14-089 US5 59( (Loop: 20) highwayt toproposed6-1 lanef freeway 0.51r mis Southo of Shiloh International Blvd. TxDOT 2U,10, 11 $38,390,491 Reconstruction with3-lane frontager roads US5 59( (Loop: 20) Constructiono at 6 0086- 14-079 Interchangea atl University ofinterchange: 0.50r mis of UniversityE Blvd. 0.50r min of University Blvd. TxDOT 2M, 10 $19,364,639 Blvd. UniversityE Blvd. 7 0086-14-075 US 59( (Loop20) Constructiono oflr Interchange atl Del 0.50 mi South ofD Del MarE Blvd. 0.50 mil North of Del Mar Blvd. TxDOT 10 $28,446,1 123 Interchangea atD DelMar MarE Blvd. 2M,1 7PROJECTSF FORF FY20231 INT THE AMOUNTOF: $194,452,580 FY: 2024 Preliminarye and constructionf fort F ofthe Worid1 Trade Bridge Worid Trade Bridge consistingo of 8 1 0922-33-213 Expansion lanesb byb buildingan new8laneb bridge Worid Trade Bridge City 7,3LC $12,000,000 adjacentt tot thee existingb bridgef for a total of 161 lanes after completiono of theproject Reconstructionc ofe existinge 6-1 lane 2 0086- 4- 8 US 59 (Loop: 20) highwayt top proposede 6- lanef freeway 0.4r miN North ofE Corridor Rd 0.36 mi South ofl University TxDOT 12 Reconstruction faciityv with3-1 lanef frontager roads at (Airport). Blvd. $30,600,000 0.4miNofa airportt tol UniversityE Blvd. 3 0086-14-078 US59( (Loop: 20) Constructiono ofir interchange at 0.50n mis ofJ Jacaman Rd 0.50minofJ Jacaman Rd TxDOT 12,2M $24,433,991 Interchange at. Jacaman Rd. Jacaman Rd. 3483-02-002 SH8 84 Newl locationo constructionc of4 4-lane FM1 1472 IH3 35 West 7,4,2 (Hachar- Reuthingern Road) dividedhighway Frontager road City $147,676,741 4PROJECTS FORF FY2024 INT THE AMOUNT OF: $214,710,732 FY: 2025 1 0018-05-089 Replace Bridge atl Uniroyal Replacemento oft bridge structure at 0.5m mis southo ofUniroyal 2.68m mir northofu Uniroyal TxDOT 12,4 $165,921,714 Dr. Uniroyal Dr. Interchange Interchange 2 0086-16-008 SL2 201 Interchangea at Constructo overpassa atLomas Del Sur 0.1miess southo ofL Lomas 0.1milesn northo ofLomas TxDOT 2,7 $41,565,320 Lomas Del SurE Blvd. Blvd. Del Sur Blvd. Del Sur Blvd. 3 0922-3 33-076 FM14721 Flechal Lane Realingmento ofF Flechal Ln. Intersectiono ofFM 1472 0.1 174n miles easto ofFM 1472 City 10 $1,800,000 andL Las CrucesE Blvd. andFlechal Ln. 4 0922-33-093 Calton and SanM Maria Construcionofagrade: separation 0.25m me easto of Calton/Sann Maria 0.25m westof Calton/San Maria City 10 $16,240,154 Interchange interchange intersection Intersection 5 0922-33-177 River Vegal Trail Constructh hike & biketr trail Anna Park LCCC Campus City 9-TAP $696,850 SPROJECTSF FORF FY2025 INT THE AMOUNTOF: $226,224,038 FY2 2026 NewD Direct Connector( (#3 and#6) 0018-06-185 Direct Connector #3 and# #6 northbound ands southboundi IH 351 to 0.5mieasto ofIH35 0.5mi northo of US 59 TxDOT 12,1 $54,505,335 US59e eastbound Comrucondrewime Joff. 2 0922-33-2 205 VallecilloF Road system]h highwayw witho continuoust turn FM1 1472 IH35 RMA 7, 3LC,12 $35,280,000 3 0086-14-077 US5 590 (Loop: 20) Constructiono ofir interchange 0.500r mis SouthofE 0.50 mil NorthofE ECorridor TxDOT 2M, 12 $35,996,487 Interchangea atA Airport atA Airport Corridor Rd/Airpor). Rd/Airport). Reconstructiono ofe existinge 6-lane USS 59( (Loop: 20) divided highwayt top proposede 6-lane 0.4r mil North Rd. 0086-14-086 Reconstruction freeway facilityv withas section US59 OfEC Corridor TxDOT 12,1 $76,790,767 including3 3-lanef frontager roads at US (Airport) 591004miNofa airport. 4PROJECTSF FORF FY2026 INT THE AMOUNTO OF: $202,572,589 TOTAL OF 20 PROJECTS IN THE AMOUNT OF: $837,959,939 Funding Category Types CAT1 1: Preventive! Maintenancea andF Rehabil ilit itaion CAT: 2: Metropolitana andu Urban Corridor Projects CAT3 3: Non-T TraditionallyF Funded Transportatinf Projects- includes state bondf funds, proposition 12or 14, etc. CAT 4: Statewide Connectivity Corridor Projects (Urban Connectivity) CAT7: Metropolitan Mobilitys andF Rehabilitation CAT 9: TransporationA Alternativess Set-AsideF Program (TASA) CAT 10: Supplementall Transportation! Programs CAT District Discretionary 11: CAT1 12: StrategicF Priority addresses projecty withp priority to State Prop 1: Propostion1 1: Effectivei in: 2015H Highwayl TrustF Fund allo 00 tion fromg gas taxr revenue Prop 7: Proposition 7: MPO allocationsf fromf formulaf funds divertedf from state general sales, uset tax, vehicle sales, and rental tax Updatedh by GSB on 06-16-23 LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item IV.D. Receive public testimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-10, adopting the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (LWCAMPO) ACTION ITEM DATE: 07-19-23 ITEM: IV.D SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION Receive publictestimony and approve Resolution No. MPO 2023-10, adopting the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). INITIATED BY: STAFF SOURCE: Staff Juan S. Mendive, MPO Director PREVIOUS ACTION: The Policy Committee initiated a 20-day publicreview and comment period on June 21, 2023. BACKGROUND: The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) describes and schedules work to be undertaken by the Metropolitan Planning Organization during the 2024 fiscal period. The final approved UPWP is due July 31, 2023. Listed belowis the proposed budget: SUBTASK AMOUNT 1.1 Planning and GenerdlAdminstration $530,000 1.2 Professional Development, Traveland Training $ 25,000 1.3 Public Participation Plan (PPP) $20,000 1.4 Computer Equipment, Furnishing and Office Supplies $15,000 1.5 Building Maintenance and/or Repairs $ 10,000 2.1 General Data Administration $15,000 3.1 Generd/Adminstration $2,500 3.2 Planning Assistance $7,500 3.3 Complete StreetsSet-Aside $15,000 4.1 2020-2045 Loredo/Metropolton Transportation Plan (MTP) $5,000 4.2 2025-2050 MTP Update $ 365,000 5.1 Long Range Freight Mobility Plan $ 125,000 5.2 Microtransit Feasibility Study $ 150,000 5.3 Resiliency. Study $5 50,000 5.4 World Trade Bridge Expansion Study $7 75,000 TOTAL $1,410,000 The total estimated Transportation Planning Funds (TPF) that will be available for FY 2024 is $2,429,997. This consists of an estimated: $562,039 TPF estimatedto be awarded in FY 2024 based on authorizations from previous.years and an estimated unexpended carryoverof51.867/958 from FY 2023. A1 total of $1,410,000 in TPF is proposed to be programmed in FY 2024. No publiccomments were received during the 20-day public review and comment period. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Technical Committee recommends approval. Staff recommends approval. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION RESOLUTION NO. MPO 2023-10 BY THE LAREDO WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION POLICY COMMITTEE ADOPTING THE 2024 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM (UPWP) WHEREAS, the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO), for the Laredo Urbanized Area wishes to adopt the 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP); and, WHEREAS, the LWCAMPO Policy Committee finds that the 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) meets federal and state requirements, and meets the transportation planning needs of the Laredo Metropolitan Area; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, for the Laredo Urban Area, adopts the 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), which is attached heretoand made a part hereoffor all purpose on this the 19th day of July, 2023. We certify that the above Resolution was adopted on July 19th, 2023 at a public meetingof the Policy Committee of the Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO). Honorable Tano E. Tijerina Webb County Judge and Chairperson of the LWCAMPO Policy Committee Juan S. Mendive, AICP Epigmenio "Epi" Gonzalez, P.E. MPO Director TxDOT District Engineer FY 2024 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM (UPWP) LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY de AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Transportation Management Area (TMA) AIR QUALITY STATUS: Attainment The preparation of this report has been financed in part through grant(s) from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA), U.S. Department of Transportation, under the State Planning and Research Program, Section 505 [or Metropolitan Planning Program, Section 104(f)] of Title 23, U.S. Code. The contents of this report do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Approved by the Policy Committee on: Revised: Federal Approval: Revised: LWCAMPO - 1413 Houston St. Laredo, TX. 78040 - (956) 794-1613 - htpy/alaredompoory LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN ORGANIZATION TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE I. INTRODUCTION 1 A. PURPOSE 1 B. DEFINITION OF AREA 4 C. ORGANIZATION. 4 D. PRIVATE SECTOR INVOLVEMENT 6 E. PLANNING ISSUES AND EMPHASIS 6 Planning Issues 6 Planning Emphasis Areas. 7 II. TASK 1.0 - ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT 12 A. OBJECTIVE. 12 B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS. 12 C. PREVIOUS WORK 13 D.SUBTASKS 15 SUBTASK 1.1 Planning and General Administration. 15 SUBTASK 1.2 = Professional Development, Travel and Training. 15 SUBTASK 1.3 - Public Participation Plan (PPP).. 15 SUBTASK 1.4 - Computer Equipment, Furnishing and Office Supplies. 16 SUBTASK 1.5 = Building Maintenance and/or Repairs. 16 E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY. 16 III. TASK 2.0 - DATA DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE 16 A. OBJECTIVE. 16 B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS 17 C. PREVIOUS WORK 17 D. SUBTASKS 17 SUBTASK 2.1 - General Data Administration. 17 E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY. 18 IV. TASK 3.0 - SHORT RANGE PLANNING. 18 A. OBJECTIVE. 18 B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS 18 C. PREVIOUS WORK 18 D. SUBTASKS 19 SUBTASK 3.1 General Administration. 19 SUBTASK 3.2- Planning Assistance. 19 SUBTASK 3.3 - Complete Streets Set-Aside 19 E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY. 20 V. TASK 4.0 - METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN. 20 A. OBJECTIVE. 20 B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS 20 i LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN ORGANIZATION C. PREVIOUS WORK 20 D. SUBTASKS 20 SUBTASK 4.1 - 2020-2045 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). 20 SUBTASK 4.2 - 2025-2050 MTP Update. 21 E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY. 21 2020-2045 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). 21 VI. TASK 5.0 - SPECIAL STUDIES 21 A. OBJECTIVE. 21 B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS 21 C. PREVIOUS WORK 22 D. SUBTASKS 22 SUBTASK 5.1 - Long Range Freight Mobility Plan.. 22 SUBTASK 5.2 - Microtransit Feasibility Study. 22 SUBTASK 5.3 - Resiliency Study. 22 SUBTASK 5.4 - World Trade Bridge and Freight Mobility Impacts Study. 22 E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY. 23 Resiliency Study. 23 World Trade Bridge and Freight Mobility Impacts Study. 23 VII. BUDGET SUMMARY. 24 VIII. APPENDICES 25 APPENDIX A. 25 POLICY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP, 25 TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP 25 MPO STAFF 25 APPENDIX B. 26 METROPOLITAN AREA BOUNDARY MAP 26 APPENDIX C. 27 DEBARMENT CERTIFICATION 27 APPENDIX D.. 28 LOBBYING CERTIFICATION. 28 APPENDIX E. 29 CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE 29 APPENDIX F 30 CERTIFICATION OF INTERNAL ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE PROGRAM 30 ii I. INTRODUCTION The Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1962 promulgated the requirement that all urban areas of 50,000 or more population develop and maintain a comprehensive, cooperative, and continuing (3-C) transportation planning process. The process would establish a transportation plan and provide the procedure by which it would be maintained and revised on a continuing basis. In July 1979, the Governor of Texas designated Laredo Urban Transportation Study (LUTS) Steering Committee as the MPO for the Laredo urbanized area. In February 2020, The Policy Committee approved the amendment of the MPO Bylaws to change the name of the MPO from Laredo Urban Transportation Study (LUTS) to the Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO). A. PURPOSE The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) is the instrument that serves as the document for coordinating and identifying ways to carry out the continuing, cooperative and comprehensive transportation planning process for Laredo, Texas and portions of Webb County. An MPO is required to perform all planning tasks set forth in federal laws and regulations, many of which are conducted annually. This UPWP is a one-year transportation planning work program which describes in detail transportation planning programs, and activities to be performed in LWCAMPO for the FY 2024. However, some tasks require more than one yeart to complete and are carried forward from one UPWP to the next. To effectively identify all work tasks, the Laredo MPO prepares this UPWP with input from federal, state and local jurisdictions, and transportation providers in the region. The MPO's Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) will comply with all applicable federal and state regulations. Several transportation bills have been implemented in the past. These include the following: ISTEA-The Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, which emphasized the efficiency of the intermodal transportation system. TEA-21-The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century, signed by the President in 1998, builds on the initiatives established in ISTEA with a particular focus on equity through access, opportunity, and fairness. SAFETEA-LU-The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users, was enacted in 2005 authorizing the Federal surface transportation programs for highways, highway safety, and transit for the 5-year period 2005-2009. MAP-21-The Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act, was enacted in 2012 and created a streamlined and performance-Dased surface transportation program and builds on many of the highway, transit, bike, and pedestrian programs and policies established in 1991. FAST Act-The Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act, was passed in 2015 covering a 5- year period and was the first Federal law in over ten years to provide long-term funding certainty for surface transportation (for fiscal years 2016 through 2020). The FAST Act continues the Metropolitan Planning Program and authorizes $305 billion for the Department's FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 1 highway, highway and motor vehicle safety, public transportation, motor carrier safety, nazardous materials safety, rail, and research, technology and statistics programs. IIJA- The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IJA) was signed into law on November 15, 2021. The IIJA, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, is the first long-term surface transportation act since the FAST Act in 2015. The IJA continues the established structure of various highway-related program and adds several new federally funded grant programs. IIJA Planning Factors The IIJA contains ten (10) planning factors that should be considered when developing plans and programs. The work tasks contained in this UPWP have considered the following areas, some more directly than others: 1. Support the economic vitality of the metropolitan area, especially by enabling global competitiveness, productivity, and efficiency; 2. Increase the safety of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users; 3. Increase the security of the transportation system for motorized and non-motorized users; 4. Increase accessibility and mobility of people and freight; 5. Protect and enhance the environment, promote energy conservation, improve the quality of life, and promote consistency between transportation improvements and State and local planned growth and economic development patterns; 6. Enhance the integration and connectivity of the transportation system, across and between modes, for people and freight; 7. Promote efficient system management and operation; 8. Emphasize the preservation of the existing transportation system; 9. Improve the resiliency and reliability of the transportation system and reduce or mitigate storm water impacts of surface transportation; and 10. Enhance travel and tourism. Further, the work tasks consider the federal performance goals (23 USC S 150.b) in the following seven areas: 1. Safety: achieve a significant reduction in traffic fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. 2. Infrastructure Condition: maintain the highway infrastructure asset system in a state of good repair. 3. Congestion Reduction: achieve a significant reduction in congestion on the National Highway System. 4. System Reliability: improve the efficiency of the surface transportation system. 5. Freight Movement and Economic Vitality: Improve the national freight network, strengthen the ability of rural communities to access national and international trade markets, and support regional economic development. 6. Environmental Sustainability: enhance the performance of the transportation system while protecting and enhancing the natural environment. 7. Reduced Project Delivery Delays: reduce project costs, promote jobs and the economy, and expedite the movement of people and goods by accelerating project completion through FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 2 eliminating delays in the project development and delivery process, including reducing regulatory burdens and improving agency work practices. Performance Management The IIJA maintains the FAST Act and MAP-21 focus on safety and efforts to streamline project delivery and continues the overall performance-Dased planning approach. MAP-21 instituted Performance Management to provide greater accountability and transparence and help achieve the most efficient and effective investment of transportation resources. The FAST Act continued MAP-21's overall performance management approach, within which States invest resources in projects that collectively will make progress toward national goals. The IIJA continues these efforts. The U.S. Secretary of Transportation in consultation with stakeholders establishes performance measures to chart progress toward accomplishment of national goals established in MAP-21: safety, infrastructure condition, interstate system condition, congestion reduction, system reliability, freight movement and economic vitality, environmental sustainability, and reduced project delivery delays. Performance targets established by the State and MPO will be based on national performance measures and will improve decision making through performance- based planning and programming. The FAST Act adjusted the timeframe for States and metropolitan planning organizations to make progress toward meeting their performance targets under the National Highway Performance Program and clarifies the significant progress timeline for the Highway Safety Improvement Program performance targets. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PLAN (PPP) The MPO believes in the proactive involvement of citizens, affected public agencies, representatives of transportation agencies, private providers of transportation, and other interested parties in the development and updates of transportation plans and programs. The Laredo MPO has a Public Participation Plan (PPP) intended to provide an opportunity for meaningful, active, ongoing public participation and involvement for citizens, groups, agencies, and public providers of transportation. The Laredo MPO conducts all planning activities in accordance with the adopted (PPP). The MPO continues to engage interested parties during the development of the Public Participation Plan (PPP), and the short-term and long-term transportation plans. Per 23 CFR 450.316, interested parties such as those listed below, shall have reasonable opportunities to comment on projects of the short-term and long-term transportation plans: Affected public agencies Freight shippers Private providers of transportation services Representatives of public transportation employees Representatives of the disabled Representatives of users of public transportation Representatives of users of pedestrian walkways and bicycle transportation facilities FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 3 Other interested parties The MPO continues to consult and cooperate with federal, state, and local agencies and tribal nations responsible for land use, natural resources, and other environmental issues during the adoption ofl long and short-term plans. The MPO consults with agencies responsible for historic preservation, natural resource conservation, environmental protection, and land use management, as appropriate, in the development of the short and long-term transportation plans. The Laredo MPO periodically evaluates the effectiveness of its Public Participation Plan (PPP) for engaging transportation-disadvantaged communities in the transportation decision making process. B. DEFINITION OF AREA The Laredo Metropolitan Area Boundary (MAB) includes the City of Laredo and portions of Webb County (See Map, Appendix B) The MAB was approved by the Governor in 2004. The Laredo urbanized area (as determined by the 2010 Census) surpassed 200,000 in population and was designated a Transportation Management Area (TMA) effective July 18th, 2012. C. ORGANIZATION The City of Laredo is the fiscal agent for the Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization LWCAMPO). The LWCAMPO is composed of two organizational units: The Policy Committee and the Technical Committee. The Policy Committee. In accordance with the adopted MPO Bylaws, is the policy body that was established pursuant to 23 USC 134, and created to address overall regional transportation making sure all projects, plans, programs and studies are developed in compliance with federal and state laws, rules and regulations. The Policy Committee is also responsible for taking the required approval actions as the Metropolitan Planning Organization. The Policy Committee is comprised of those governmental agencies identified in the original designation agreement and those agencies or organizations subsequently added to the membership of the board. As the governing body of the MPO, the Policy Committee shall have decision-making authority over issues such as: The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) The Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) The Congestion Management Plan (CMP) Voting members of the Policy Committee must include representation of local elected officials, officials of agencies that administer or operate major modes or systems of transportation, and appropriate state officials, as per 23 CFR 450.310. The Policy Committee is currently chaired by the Webb County Judge and includes as voting members: FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 4 The Mayor of the City of Laredo (as Vice-Chairman) Three (3) City of Laredo Council members, [Two (2) members representing the City of Laredo, and one (1) representing the Laredo Mass Transit Board] Two (2) Webb County Commissioners The Laredo TxDOT District Engineer One (1) Member at Large The State Senator for District 21, the State Representative for District 80 and the State Representative for District 42 serve as non-voting, ex-officio members. The Technical Committee. Its responsibilities include professional and technical review of work programs and transportation planning activities. The Technical Committee is also responsible for providing planning recommendations to the Policy Committee for action. A List of the Policy Committee and Technical Committee respective memberships is provided in Appendix A. Other Committees. The Active Transportation Committee (ATC) was created after the Active Transportation Plan (ATP) was adopted by the City of Laredo on February 22, 2021. The ATC provides recommendation on activities and transportation planning issues to the Technical and Policy respective Committees. The Title VI/EJ Working Group is comprised of 9 members, including representatives of the City of Laredo, the MPO, TxDOT, transit and the County Planning Department. The Group's purpose is to assist the MPO in improving data collection, monitoring and analysis to ensure that transportation related programs and policies do not have a disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects on minority and low-income oopulations. The Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO), in cooperation with the TxDOT, Webb County/City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority (WC-CL RMA), mass transit operators, planning agencies and local governments is the organization responsible for carrying out and maintaining the urban transportation planning process to include a cooperative decision-making, principally, by elected officials of local governments. LWCAMPO also executes contracts and/or agreements necessary to carry out the work outlined in the UPWP. In addition, the MPO develops and maintains transportation databases and analytical tools. The MPO staff providing service and support include: The Director, three Transportation Planners and an Administrative assistant. MPO staff has the following general responsibilities: 1. Provide staff support to the Policy Committee, the Technical Committee, and sub-committees; 2. Review and report on items on the agenda(s) for the Policy Committee, the Technical Committee, and other appropriate committees; FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 5 3. Coordinate and perform the planning and data collection activities contained in the UPWP; 4. Prepare and submit an annual budget outlined in the UPWP for approval; 5. Receive and review all bills from consultants that the MPO has contracted with to perform work outlined in the UPWP; 6. Submit requests for reimbursement to the appropriate federal and/or state agencies for work performed according to the UPWP; 7. Prepare and submit grant applications for federal/other assistance in transportation planning, and related fields, as appropriate; 8. Prepare and submit the annual performance and expenditure report and annual project listing; 9. Coordinate the activities for the development and maintenance of the Unified Planning Work Program, the long-range metropolitan transportation plan and the Transportation Improvement Program; 10. Refine and maintain a process for engaging the public in the transportation planning process; 11. Perform any other administrative duties as required by the Policy Committee; and, 12. Ensure compliance with Title VI Civil Rights, Environmental Justice and other federal requirements related to the MPO's operations, activities and programs. City of Laredo staff and services from the Accounting, Purchasing, Legal, Human Resources, I.S.T. and other Departments may be required. D. PRIVATE SECTOR INVOLVEMENT The Laredo & Webb County Area MPO encourages the private sector to participate in the development of all transportation programs and plans including the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) development. Staff also maintains and periodically updates a list of consultant firms that provide transportation planning services. E. PLANNING ISSUES AND EMPHASIS The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) have jointly issued Planning Emphasis Areas (PEAS). The PEAS are planning topics that FHWA and FTA emphasize for Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) to develop, identify, and ultimately support associated work tasks with the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and the Statewide Planning and Research Program. The PEAS include: Planning Issues Roadways and Livability - System capacity issues will pose a major challenge in light of expected population and freight movement growth levels. However, while investments are made in transportation infrastructure, the safety and livability of communities in the Laredo MPO should be considered. Population - The City of Laredo is the third most populated U.S. city on the U.S.-Mexico border. The city has a population of over 250,000. The cross-border Laredo-Nuevo Laredo Metropolitan Area has an estimated population of over 650,000. Based upon the most recently developed estimates, the population is expected to grow by more than 50 percent between the years 2018 and 2045, with an estimated population of approximately 419,000 people. The FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 6 number of jobs in the Laredo MPO region are also expected to grow by more than 50 percent over the next 25 years. Growth in the past has been accommodated mainly thorough sprawl. The City of Laredo recognizes that for many reasons this type of growth is unsustainable. In order to plan for future growth in the region-a considerable share of which is expected to occur through infill and redevelopment-a more efficient allocation of transportation resources should be considered. There is an increased desire for multi-modal transportation alternatives, but facilities for walking, biking, and other options are lacking. Table 2-6 from the current MTP: Laredo MPO Employment Forecasts. Forecast Year Forecast Employment 2018 105,267 2030 133,613 2040 166,083 2045 180,099 Source: TxDOT-TPP 2008 Validated Travel Demand Model Freight - Recent projections indicate that the trade values of all outbound, inbound or internal types of freight movement are projected to be more than double than the current levels. Said growth will continue to add capacity burdens on the network. Transit - Key issues facing the transit system in the upcoming years include: more customers, more service needs, and less funding. More customers - Population projections show a growing transit dependent population, especially in growth areas in south Laredo. More service needs - The Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) of El Metro final report from December 2021, provided a great opportunity to understand the challenges facing El Metro today and developed recommendations to improve the system's service, efficiency, and effectiveness and prepare Laredo for a bright future. In light of all of the above, careful and effective transportation planning and investment will be critical to providing for the area's future transportation needs while balancing the livability of communities. Planning Emphasis Areas Tackling the Climate Crisis - Transition to a Clean Energy, Resilient Future Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) divisions and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regional offices should work with State departments of transportation (State DOT), metropolitan planning organizations (MPO), and providers of public transportation to ensure that our transportation plans and infrastructure investments help achieve the national greenhouse gas reduction goals of 50-52 percent below 2005 levels by 2030, and net-zero emissions by 2050, and increase resilience to extreme weather events and other disasters resulting from the increasing effects of climate change. Field offices should encourage State DOTS and MPOs to use the transportation planning process to accelerate the transition toward electric and other alternative fueled vehicles, plan for a sustainable infrastructure system that works for all users, and undertake actions to prepare for and adapt to the impacts of climate change. Appropriate Unified Planning Work Program work tasks could include identifying the FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 7 barriers to and opportunities for deployment of fueling and charging infrastructure; evaluating opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by reducing single-occupancy vehicle trips and increasing access to public transportation, shift to lower emission modes oftransportation; and identifying transportation system vulnerabilities to climate change impacts and evaluating potential solutions. LWCAMPO has programmed a resiliency study as part oft this UPWP. Additionally, the MPO will seek ways to contribute towards this emphasis area through its planning activities and work efforts of the MPO's Active Transportation Committee. The MPO is committed to enhancing safe, accessible, and alternative modes of transportation in the region. Equity and Justice40 in Transportation Planning FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should work with State DOTS, MPOS, and providers of public transportation to advance racial equity and support for underserved and disadvantaged communities. This will help ensure public involvement in the planning process and that plans and strategies reflect various perspectives, concerns, and priorities from impacted areas. We encourage the use of strategies that: (1) improve infrastructure for non-motorized travel, public transportation access, and increased public transportation service in underserved communities; (2) plan for the safety of all road users, particularly those on arterials, through infrastructure improvements and advanced speed management; (3) reduce single-occupancy vehicle travel and associated air pollution in communities near high-volume corridors; (4) offer reduced public transportation fares as appropriate; (5) target demand-response service towards communities with higher concentrations of older adults and those with poor access to essential services; and (6) consider equitable and sustainable practices while developing transit-oriented development including affordable housing strategies and consideration of environmental justice populations. Executive Order 13985 (Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities) defines the term "equity" as the consistent and systematic fair, just, and impartial treatment of alli individuals, including individuals who belong to underserved communities that have been denied such treatment, such as Black, Latino, and Indigenous and Native American persons, Asian Americans and Pacific slanders and other persons of color; members of religious minorities; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) persons; persons with disabilities; persons who live in rural areas; and persons otherwise adversely affected by persistent poverty or inequality. The term "underserved communities" refers to populations sharing a particular characteristic, as well as geographic communities, that have been systematically denied a full opportunity to participate in aspects of economic, social, and civic life, as exemplified by the list in the preceding definition of "equity. In addition, Executive Order 14008 and M-21-28 provides a whole-ot-government approach to advancing environmental justice by stating that 40 percent of Federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities. FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should work with State DOTS, MPOs, and providers of public transportation to review current and new metropolitan transportation plans to advance Federal investments to disadvantaged communities. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 8 To accomplish both initiatives, joint planning processes should support State and MPO goals for economic opportunity in disadvantaged communities that have been historically marginalized and overburdened by pollution and underinvestment in housing, transportation, water and wastewater infrastructure, recreation, and health care. LWCAMPO worked on updating its Public Participation Plan which was approved by the Policy Committee on September 21, 2022. LWCAMPO continues in the updating process of the Limited English Proficiency Plan, and Title VI Plan. All these plans will help set the foundation for equitable planning practices. A goal of LWCAMPO is to enhance its data development efforts. Through enhanced data we can better understand and analyze the needs of undeserved communities, and develop plans that will create opportunities in disadvantaged communities. Complete Streets FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should work with State DOTS, MPOs and providers of public transportation to review current policies, rules, and procedures to determine their impact on safety for all road users. This effort should work to include provisions for safety in future transportation infrastructure, particularly those outside automobiles. A complete street is safe, and feels safe, for everyone using the street. FHWA and FTA seek to help Federal aid recipients plan, develop, and operate streets (with an emphasis on arterials roadways) and networks that prioritize safety, comfort, and access to destinations for people who use the street network, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, micro-mobility users, freight delivery services, and motorists. The goal is to provide an equitable and safe transportation network for travelers of all ages and abilities, including those from marginalized communities facing historic disinvestment. This vision is not achieved through a one-size-fits-all solution, each complete street is unique and developed to best serve its community context and its primary role in the network. Per the 2019 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 62% of the motor vehicle crashes that resulted in pedestrian fatalities happened on arterials. Arterials are usually designed for vehicle movement rather than mobility for non-motorized users and often lack convenient and safe crossing opportunities. They can function as barriers to a safe travel network for road users outside of vehicles. To be considered complete, these roads should include safe pedestrian facilities, safe transit stops (if present), and safe crossing opportunities on an interval necessary for accessing destinations. A safe and complete network for bicycles can also be achieved through a safe and comfortable bicycle facility located on the roadway, adjacent to the road, or on a nearby parallel corridor. Jurisdictions will be encouraged to prioritize safety improvements and speed management on arterials that are essential to creating complete travel networks for those without access to single-occupancy vehicles. LWCAMPO supports and endorses the design and development of Complete Streets; And, is committed to enhancing safe, accessible, and alternative modes oftransportation in the region. The MPO's Active Transportation Plan includes a chapter dedicated to Complete Streets. The chapter outlines a set of recommendations and a sample Complete Streets Policy to assist with implementing safe roads for all users. The MPO's Active Transportation Committee have also discussed the need to implement a Complete Streets Policy at the local level and are exploring the development of a Complete Streets Policy, for the MPO. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 9 Public Involvement Early, effective, and continuous public involvement brings diverse viewpoints into the decision- making process. FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should encourage MPOs, State DOTS, and providers of public transportation to increase meaningful public involvement in transportation planning by integrating Virtual Public Involvement (VPI) tools into the overall public involvement approach while ensuring continued public participation by individuals without access to computers and mobile devices. The use of VPI broadens the reach of information to the public and makes participation more convenient and affordable to greater numbers of people. Virtual tools provide increased transparency and access to transportation planning activities and decision-making processes. Many virtual tools also provide information in visual and interactive formats that enhance public and stakeholder understanding of proposed plans, programs, and projects. Increasing participation earlier in the process can reduce project delays and lower staff time and costs. LWCAMPO prepared in-house its Public Participation Plan (PPP) update. As part of the plan, a set of outreach strategies are recommended, including virtual tools. As the updated Public Participation Plan (PPP) has been approved, LWCAMPO seeks to create a Title VI/Public Outreach Subcommittee. LWCAMPO continues to use its website and social media accounts to provide information of meetings and public comment opportunities, and meaningfully engage with the public and its stakeholders. Additionally, the MPO evaluates its PPP and outreach strategies using measures ofeffectiveness and has updated the PPP and strategies as necessary to ensure that all people in the community are able to participate and has provided opportunities to be meaningfully involved in the decision-making processes; including individuals without access to the internet or computers and mobile devices. Strategic Highway Network STRAHNET)/U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Coordination. FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should encourage MPOs and State DOTS to coordinate with representatives from DOD in the transportation planning and project programming process on infrastructure and connectivity needs for STRAHNET routes and other public roads that connect to DOD facilities. According to the Declaration of Policy in 23 U.S.C. 101(b)(1), it is in the national interest to accelerate construction of the Federal-aid highway system, including the Dwight D. Eisenhower National System of Interstate and Defense Highways, because many of the highways (or portions of the highways) are inadequate to meet the needs of national and civil defense. The DOD's facilities include military bases, ports, and depots. The road networks that provide access and connections to these facilities are essential to national security. The 64,200-mile STRAHNET system consists of public highways that provide access, continuity, and emergency transportation of personnel and equipment in times of peace and war. It includes the entire 48,482 miles of the Dwight D. Eisenhower National System of Interstate and Defense Highways and 14,000 miles of other non-Interstate public highways on the National Highway System. The STRAHNET also contains approximately 1,800 miles of connector routes linking more than 200 military installations and ports to the primary highway system. The DOD's facilities are also often major employers in a region, generating substantial volumes of commuter and freight traffic on the transportation network and around entry points to the military facilities. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 10 As recommended by FHWA and FTA, the STRAHNET maps and recent Power Project Platform studies_can be a useful resource in the MPO areas covered by these route analyses. LWCAMPO will review these maps and studies and will incorporate them as necessary in its planning activities. Federal Land Management Agency (FLMA) Coordination. FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should encourage MPOS and State DOTS to coordinate with FLMAS in the transportation planning and project programming process on infrastructure and connectivity needs related to access routes and other public roads and transportation services that connect to Federal lands. Through joint coordination, the State DOTS, MPOs, Tribal Governments, FLMAS, and local agencies should focus on integration of their transportation planning activities and develop cross-cutting State and MPO long range transportation plans, programs, and corridor studies, as well as the Office of Federal Lands Highway's developed transportation plans and programs. Agencies should explore opportunities to leverage transportation funding to support access and transportation needs of FLMAS before transportation projects are programmed in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). Each State must consider the concerns of FLMAS that have jurisdiction over land within the boundaries of the State (23 CFR 450.208(a)(3). MPOs must appropriately involve FLMAS in the development of the metropolitan transportation plan and the TIP (23 CFR 450.316(d)). Additionally, the Tribal Transportation Program, Federal Lands Transportation Program, and the Federal Lands Access Program TIPS must be included in the STIP, directly or by reference, after FHWA approval in accordance with 23 U.S.C. 201(c) (23 CFR 450.218(e)). LWCAMPO will coordinate with FMLAsin the transportation planning and project programming process when applicable. Additionally, LWCAMPO will stay up to date on information provided by the Office of Federal Lands Highway including its plans and programs. Planning and Environment Linkages (PEL) FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should encourage State DOTS, MPOS and Public Transportation Agencies to implement PEL as part of the transportation planning and environmental review processes. The use of PEL is a collaborative and integrated approach to transportation decision-making that considers environmental, community, and economic goals early in the transportation planning process, and uses the information, analysis, and products developed during planning to inform the environmental review process. PEL leads to interagency relationship building among planning, resource, and regulatory agencies in the early stages of planning to inform and improve project delivery timeframes, including minimizing duplication and creating one cohesive flow of information. This results in transportation programs and projects that serve the community's transportation needs more effectively while avoiding and minimizing the impacts on human and natural resources. LWCAMPO will work with its Technical Committee and partners such as TxDOT to identify opportunities to implement PEL as part of the transportation planning and environmental review processes. Additionally, the MPO will seek training opportunities related to PEL to learn more about this approach and how to incorporate it in our planning process. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 11 Data in Transportation Planning. To address the emerging topic areas of data sharing, needs, and analytics, FHWA Division and FTA regional offices should encourage State DOTS, MPOS, and providers of public transportation to incorporate data sharing and consideration into the transportation planning process, because data assets have value across multiple programs. Data sharing principles and data management can be used for a variety of issues, such as freight, bike and pedestrian planning, equity analyses, managing curb space, performance management, travel time reliability, connected and autonomous vehicles, mobility services, and safety. Developing and advancing data sharing principles allows for efficient use of resources and improved policy and decision-making at the State, MPO, regional, and local levels for all parties. A goal OfLWCAMPO is to enhance its data development efforts and serve as the central hub for data sharing. As we continue to build our data sharing partnerships and agreements with regional stakeholders, we will begin identifying the key datasets that will enhance our transportation planning activities. Recently the MPO has been working closely with its partners such as the local school districts to discuss data sharing opportunities. LWCAMPO will continue to add maps, including interactive maps to its website, which will allow the public and stakeholders to download data that is free, accessible, and user friendly. The MPO will work on developing a framework and set of standards for how data will be generated and how it will be distributed. II. TASK 1.0 - ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT A. OBJECTIVE To accomplish, on a continuing basis, budgeting and managing transportation planning activities in coordination with local, state and federal agencies. To conduct MPO Staff hiring process and to coordinate the professional development and training of such Staff. To coordinate plans and programs necessary to administer Federal transportation planning requirements and maintain the cooperative, comprehensive, and continuous (3-C) transportation planning process in and for the Laredo and Webb County Metropolitan Organization's planning area. B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS The operation of the Metropolitan Planning Organization including the following: 1. Administration of the LWCAMPO to include the updating of existing or the completion of new plans, studies, and reports. 2. Fulfillment of planning objectives. 3. supply/Equipment purchases 4. Compliance with state and federal requirements. 5. Submitting recapitulation of costs for billings to Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) 6. Maintenance, updates and dissemination of the Public Participation Plan (PPP) and Title VI Program and Environmental Justice (EJ) material(s). 7. Travel for MPO Director and Staff to attend conference for staff development purposes. 8. Continuation of a proactive public involvement process. 9. Maintenance of LWCAMPO Website and Social Media. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 12 C. PREVIOUS WORK For the past two years the Laredo MPO has been undergoing a process review as part of the efforts to create a full-time Director position for the organization. This position was finally approved by the Fiscal Agent and the Policy Committee during FY2023. The MPO reorganized staff and hired an Administrative Assistant and a Planner III. Throughout these additions, the MPO has been able to accomplish all the required administrative duties. It has also allowed staff to develop new plans and completed updating of existing documents in-house which has represented significant cost savings and time reductions (over hiring consultants for these activities). It has also provided experience to staff that has clearly benefited the operations of the organization. Staff has continuously maintained and updated the MPO's website and social media. It has also implemented the recommendations of the Active Transportation Plan as well as participated of the Active Transportation Committee and other Transportation related meetings such as the Webb County-City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA), TEMPO and Texas Transportation Commission. The MPO By-laws were officially amended in June 2023 regarding the structure and terms oft the Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson to allow the Webb County Judge to serve as the Chair through the end of 2024 once the By-laws have been amended, with the Mayor of the City of Laredo starting a full two-year term in January 2025. It also updated official title of the Technical Committee, South Texas Development Council representative as Executive Director, the addition of a Webb County-City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) Representative and the name of the Laredo College under the School system representative section. As part of the process review, the Laredo MPO worked with Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI), Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), and the City of Laredo as the MPO's Fiscal Agent to coordinate changes to the existing Planning Agreement. These efforts resulted in the hiring of a full-time permanent MPO Transportation Planning Director. The following organizational chart has been updated to reflect current MPO staff structure: MPO DIRECTOR PLANNER II PLANNER III PLANNERI II ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT The MPO Staff has performed general administrative functions for the operation of the Organization that include processing requisitions, purchase orders, billings/invoices on a monthly basis. It has also approved timecards and processed payroll documents. MPO Staff has also assisted with the coordination of public meetings as required by FHWA, FTA, the State and local government in the development of transportation planning documents, and reports. Both, the Technical and Policy FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 13 Committee meetings were held on an ongoing basis to make appropriate revisions to documents and to approve programs including, but not limited to, the following: Public Participation Plan (PPP) update. Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Title VI Civil Rights, Environmental Justice, and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Plans updates. Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) for FY2023 approval. Planning Agreement revision. MPO By-laws/policy amendments. Under Professional development trainings, MPO Staff attended several meetings, workshops and conferences such as the Texas American Planning Association Conference, the TxDOT Transportation Planning Conference and other workshops. Staff made several presentations at public meetings. Staff updated and implemented policies to maintain the "3-C" Planning Process. All Policy Committee and Technical Committee meetings were held in person. Some Active Transportation Committee meetings were held in virtual format and in person quarterly. Staff developed outreach material to make the public aware of the meetings and format they were held. It also coordinated and prepared all necessary materials for the following meetings: TECHNICAL COMMITTEE POLICY COMMITTEE ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE 1 10/11/22 10/19/22 10/26/22 2 11/08/22 11/16/22 11/30/22 3 01/10/23 01/18/23 01/25/23 4 02/07/23 02/15/23 02/22/23 (Virtual) 5 03/07/23 03/22/23 03/29/23 6 04/11/23 No meeting in April 04/26/23 7 05/09/23 05/17/23 05/31/23 (Virtual) 8 06/13/23 06/21/23 06/28/23 (Virtual) 9 07/11/23 07/19/23 07/26/23 (Vision Zero Workshop) To date in fiscal year 2023, LWCAMPO has held a total of 8 Policy Committee meetings, 9 Technical Committee meetings, and 8 Active Transportation Committee meetings. The MPO in collaboration with the City of Laredo Purchasing Department coordinated the development of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the selection of a Professional Firm to provide services for the 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) update. The MPO continued utilizing City of Laredo staff assistance to enter into contracts for private consultants in an effort to reach the goals of the MPO. For fiscal year 2024, the MPO will consider the possibility of issuing an RFQ to select one or more General Planning Consultant(s) for on-call services to support the MPOs technical activities and tasks outlined in this UPWP. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 14 D. SUBTASKS SUBTASK 1.1 - Planning and General Administration. This activity includes general administration, equipment inventory, maintaining financial records such as billings recapitulation of costs) and invoices, preparation of budgets, managing of transportation planning funds and ensuring resources are spent appropriately. In addition, this subtask also includes coordinating MPO staff hiring process and payroll processing (timecards). Providing staff development and adequate trainings to prepare and complete regional plans, studies, reports, etc. It includes as well, the cost of operating the MPO, that includes office lease if applicable, purchase/lease/renta of office furniture and equipment and, all expenses associated with the planning effort and products to be delivered within the UPWP. It also includes monitoring the completion of UPWP projects, audits, developing and distributing reports required by federal government or by the Policy Committee, interagency coordination, developing and implementing policies and guidelines necessaries to carry out and maintain the 3C planning process, coordinating planning activities to include hosting and conducting public meetings and preparation of meeting minutes. And, an Annual Performance and Expenditure Report (APER) is prepared at the end of each fiscal year (FY2024) in accordance with TxDOT policy and procedures for tasks that utilized FHWA and FTA planning funds. The MPO will seek state ecommendation/edera approval for any expenditure exceeding $25,000. SUBTASK 1.2 - Professional Development, Travel and Training. This activity supports staff development in the technical activities associated with the transportation planning process. The MPO may organize training sessions for the Policy Committee, the Technical Committee, the Active Transportation Committee, any sub-committees, and for local governments and participating agencies. This task may also allow the MPO Director and staff to travel to attend appropriate conferences, courses, seminars, and workshops such as, but not limited to the following: Annual Texas APA Conference (To be held in Corpus Christi, TX from November gth - 10th, 2023) American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Association of Metropolitan Planning Organization (AMPO) Conference Border Trade Advisory Committee Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) User Conference and other ESRI seminars National Highway Institute (NHI) National Planning Conference (held by the American Planning Association) National Transit Institute (NTI) Texas Association of MPOS (TEMPO) Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) Conferences/rainines For out of state travel, the MPO will seek prior TxDOT (TPP) approval. SUBTASK 1.3 = Public Participation Plan (PPP) This activity consists of the implementation of the Public Participation Plan (PPP) that was adopted by the Policy Committee on September, 2022, by facilitating citizen participation and providing answers to the public, either by phone or e-mail. It also includes holding public meetings, conducting community outreach, and monitoring social media, the development of surveys, newsletters, bilingual FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 15 materials, posting of public notices, as well as managing the MPO website and updating information as needed. SUBTASK 1.4 - Computer Equipment, Furnishing and Office Supplies. This activity includes upgrades and/or additions of computer hardware and software equipment, furnishings, wireless internet contracts, provision of technical support for the network of computers, printers, plotters, iPads and other devices that support the efficiency of the MPO office operations. Computer hardware, software licenses and agreements, and/or equipment expenditures of Federal Planning funds over $5,000 will receive prior approval from FHWA. This activity also includes the acquisition of furnishing and office supplies needed by personnel filling MPO staff roles. All City of Laredo procurement process and Federal regulations will be followed during the purchase of all computer equipment, furnishing and/or office supplies. SUBTASK 1.5 = Building Maintenance and/or Repairs. This activity includes the use of planning funds for non-routine building maintenance and/or repairs. E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY Task 1.0 - ADMINISTRATION & MANAGEMENT - FY 2024 Subtask Responsible Transportation FTA Local Total Agency Planning Funds Sect. 5307 (TPF)1 1.1 Planning and General LWCAMPO $5 530,000 $0 $0 $5 Administration 530,000 1.2 Professional Development, LWCAMPO $ 25,000 $0 $0 $ Travel 25,000 and Training 1.3 Public Participation Plan (PPP) LWCAMPO $ 20,000 $0 $0 $ 20,000 1.4 Computer Equipment, LWCAMPO $ 15,000 $0 $ Office $0 Furnishing and 15,000 Supplies 1.5 Building Maintenance. and/or LWCAMPO $ 10,000 $0 $0 $ Repairs 10,000 TOTAL $ 600,000 $0 $0 $ 600,000 1TPF - This includes both FHWAI PL-112 and FTA Section! 5303 Funds. TxDOT will apply transportation development credits sufficient to provide the match for TPF. As the credits reflect neither cash nor man-hours, they are not reflected in the funding tables. III. TASK 2.0 - DATA DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE A. OBJECTIVE To participate in collecting, processing and analyze demographic and geographic data to include population forecasting, employment information and food deserts status. And, to maintain and FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 16 update existing information necessary to develop and implement regional transportation plans and systems that support the Metropolitan Planning Organization's planning efforts. B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS LWCAMPO will continue to enhance and to regularly update the MPO website with online interactive maps and data to help with performance-based planning and programming. MPO staff will also continue to create and maintain databases including traffic crash locations, roadway network information, bicycle counts, and demographic data. In addition, data and mapping support will be provided for MPO plans, studies, and reports. C. PREVIOUS WORK MPO Staff updated MPO website to provide access to meeting agendas, packets, and publications as they became available. It was also regularly updated with online data and maps. Project maps were developed, retrieved and or printed as new projects were approved or considered. Staff has provided data and mapping support for plans, studies, and reports. Staff continued to work with TxDOT and Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) representatives in the development of the 2013-2045 Travel Demand Model to be used in the development of the 2025-2050 MTP. D. SUBTASKS SUBTASK 2.1 - General Data Administration. This subtask allows for planning and administrative activities related to data development, maintenance, procurement, and contract management for the developing related performance measures and the following activities: a) General GIS: Specific activities will include reviewing and providing direction on the development and dissemination of geospatial databases on residential and commercial growth and transportation data; mapping databases supporting Laredo MPO programs; maintenance of the demographic and modeling databases of the MPO; develop and maintain the interactive web viewer for sharing GIS data on growth and projects; develop maps and materials for work group and public meetings; support MPO staff in the creation of plans, studies, and reports. b) Demographic Forecasting: Create a database of population and demographic statistics for the Laredo MPO and develop projections to be utilized for the MPO planning effort. c) Travel Demand Modeling: Coordinate with TxDOT on development and maintenance of updated travel demand models to be used for the TIP and other plans; refinements of in- house modeling capabilities; and regular updates of computer hardware, software, and necessary peripherals for supporting the demographic forecasting and travel demand modeling activities. d) Sidewalk Gap Analysis: To identify existing gaps in the current sidewalk network to help local officials prioritize strategic improvements based on key criteria. The sidewalk gap analysis is a recommendation of the Laredo & Webb County Active Transportation Plan adopted by the City of Laredo in February 2021. This analysis will continue to collect data FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 17 to develop an inventory of sidewalks and network gaps, the development of prioritization criteria for sidewalk improvements, and ecommendations. E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY Task 2.0 - DATA DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE - FY 2024 Transportation FTA Sect. Responsible Local Subtask Planning Funds 5307 Total Agency (TPF)1 2.1 General Data LWCAMPO $ 15,000 $0 $0 $ 15,000 Administration TOTAL $ 15,000 $0 $0 $ 15,000 1TPF -This includes both FHWAI PL-112 and FTA Section 5303 Funds. TxDOT will apply transportation development credits sufficient to provide the match for TPF. As the credits reflect neither cash nor man-hours, they are not reflected in the funding tables. IV. TASK 3.0 - SHORT RANGE PLANNING A. OBJECTIVE To complete those planning activities associated with short-range planning and implementation of projects that will be undertaken within the next five years to include the development and/or revision of the federally mandated Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) that outlines a four (4) year regional spending plan for near-term of all surface transportation improvements including streets, alleys, bridges, street lighting, street signage, sidewalks, etc. It also includes project development of selection process criteria and award of Transportation Alternative Set-Aside (TASA) program, as well as development and/or revision of the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), Annual Performance and Expenditure Reports (APER), and the Annual Project Listing (APL). B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS MPO Staff will work on the development and/or revision of the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), the MPO By-Laws, the Limited English Proficiency Plan (LEP) and, the Title VI documentation as deemed necessary. Additionally, the MPO will continue to provide staff support to MPO committees, and will assist in implementation activities related to the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and the Active Transportation Plan (ATC). C. PREVIOUS WORK MPO Staff initiated and completed the Public Participation Plan (PPP) update and it was approved on September 21, 2022. MPO staff also worked on updating the project selection criteria and Call for Projects process. In February of 2023, two (2) projects including the Downtown Safe Sidewalk Improvements, and the EL Metro ADA Bus Stops and Bicycle Plazas Enhancement Project were awarded with Transportation Alternative Set-Aside funds. MPO Staff continued assisting in the revision of the 2021-2024 TIP and the development of the 2023-2026 TIP. The Active Transportation Committee was formed to help improve and promote active modes of mobility within the MPO boundary; staff has continuously helped coordinate its activities and meetings as well as implementing the recommendations of the Active Transportation Plan. Staff has initiated the Limited English FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 18 Proficiency Plan (LEP) update which was originally adopted and implemented in accordance with federal and state guidelines and it's expected to be completed in August 2023. D. SUBTASKS SUBTASK 3.1 - General Administration. This subtask allows for MPO staff support for administrative activities related to short-range planning, including the development and management of agency contracts; procurement, development and management of consultant contracts for projects in Task 3; and the review and processing of monthly billings for work related to Task 3. Specific activities will include, but are not limited to the update and/or revision of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), the Unified Planned Working Program (UPWP), MPO By-laws, the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP), the Public Participation Plan (PPP), the Limited English Proficiency Plan (LEP), and Title VI documents. This subtask also includes public outreach activities such as video production, developing website information, writing articles, developing other printed materials, and public meeting facilitation as needed. SUBTASK 3.2 - Planning Assistance. This subtask will allow the MPO staff to provide planning assistance to entities within the MPO planning area boundary such as El Metro Transit, City of Laredo, Webb County, and City of Rio Bravo. This may include items such as data sharing, mapping, and general transportation planning activities. An example of this task is the MPO's collaboration with the City of Laredo Planning Department to update the Future Thoroughfare Plan for Laredo. This task will also include transit planning activities to support El Metro and can include grant development support and technical assistance. SUBTASK 3.3 - Complete Streets Set-Aside The development of a local Complete Streets Set-Aside Policy will focus on the incorporation of specific language into MPO planning documents, including the TIP and MTP. It will provide recommendations for the design of transportation infrastructure to ensure the transportation network is equitable to all users. The MPO Staff will include Complete Streets related criteria into the scoring system for proposed projects. Furthermore, LWCAMPO is committed to enhancing safe, accessible, and alternative modes of transportation in the region. The MPO's Active Transportation Plan adopted by the City of Laredo in February 2021 includes a chapter dedicated to Complete Streets. The chapter outlines a set of recommendations and a sample Complete Streets policy to assist with implementing safe roads for all users. The MPO's Active Transportation Committee have also discussed the need to implement a Complete Streets Policy at the local level and are exploring the development of a Complete Streets Policy for the MPO. Additionally, the MPO will work with its Active Transportation Committee to develop a Complete Streets prioritization plan. LWCAMPO along with its partners will continue to find ways to promote safety for all street users and to plan an equitable and safe transportation network for all ages and abilities. LWCAMPO's equity analysis efforts will provide additional insights on how best to address underserved communities. LWCAMPO has a continued commitment to promoting safety for all users and provides programs to teach safety and evaluate community conditions for safer access. The MPO staff will ensure that, at a minimum, 2.5% of its PL funds will be used to increase safe and accessible options for multiple travel FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 19 modes for people of all ages and abilities as prescribed in Section 11206 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY Task 3.0 - SHORT RANGE PLANNING - FY 2024 Subtask Responsible Transportation FTA Sect. Local Total Agency Planning 5307 Funds (TPF)1 3.1 LWCAMPO $ 2,500 $0 $0 $2 2,500 General Administration 3.2 LWCAMPO $7,500 $0 $0 Planning Assistance $7,500 3.3 LWCAMPO $15,000 $0 $0 Set-Aside $15,000 Complete Streets TOTAL $ 25,000 $0 $0 $ 25,000 1TPF - This includes both FHWAI PL-112 and FTA: Section 5303 Funds. TxDOT will apply transportation development credits sufficient to provide the match for TPF. As the credits reflect neither cash nor man-hours, they are not reflected in the funding tables. V. TASK 4.0 - METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN A. OBJECTIVE To continue study and analysis of projects and data for long-range planning elements and long-range project studies. Includes activities associated with publishing or updating the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), formerly called the Long-Range Plan. B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS MPO Staff is expected to assist in the continual revision of the existing Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) as well as the development of the updated plan to conform to state and federal requirements, particularly those of the FAST Act. This will include working with Texas Transportation Institute (TTI) and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to update the Travel Demand Model. Additionally, the Congestion Management Process (CMP) will be updated as needed in preparation for the next MTP update. C. PREVIOUS WORK MPO Staff assisted in the continuous revision of the 2020-2045 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan which was adopted on January 21, 2020. Also, Staff developed a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) that included a project task list and schedule related to the upcoming 2025-2050 MTP update. Staff evaluated which tasks would be performed internally and which would be carried out by consultants. D. SUBTASKS SUBTASK 4.1 - 2020-2045 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). The current 2020-2045 MTP and TIP will continue to be reviewed and amended in order to comply with the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act requirements as needed. Specifically, the review and amendments will address and achieve conformity with all FAST Act and new IIJA FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 20 requirements. The existing MTP will also be updated to conform to state and federal requirements. Staff will continue to monitor the implementation of the MTP and assist with any necessary amendments to the MTP. SUBTASK 4.2 - 2025-2050 MTP Update. MPO staff will coordinate the evaluation of RFQs submittals received from private firms to develop the 2025-2050 MTP update. The MTP study includes tasks that will be performed internally and some that will be done by consultants. This subtask will also entail updating the Travel Demand Model and CMP with the assistance of consultants if needed. Additionally, as part of this subtask, the MPO will work closely in collaboration with TxDOT and other stakeholders to find specific studies necessary to create a regional transportation network that will involve identifying key locations for future highway interchanges, multi-modal options, and incorporation of new technologies with efficient and seamless connectivity that will factor in critical connections, especially as new interstates are designated in the Laredo metropolitan area. E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY Task 4.0 - METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN / LONG RANGE PLAN - FY 2024 Subtask Responsible Transportation FTA Sect. Local Total Agency Planning 5307 Funds (TPF)! 4.1 2020-2045 Laredo Metropolitan LWCAMPO $ 5,000 $0 $0 $ 5,000 Transportation Plan (MTP). 4.2 LWCAMPO $ 365,000 $0 $0 $ 365,000 2025-2050 MTP Update TOTAL $3 370,000 $0 $0 $3 370,000 1TPF - This includes both FHWAI PL-112 and FTA Section 5303 Funds. TxDOT will apply transportation development credits sufficient toy provide the match for TPF. As the credits reflect neither cash nor man-hours, they are not reflected in the funding tables. VI. TASK 5.0 - SPECIAL STUDIES A. OBJECTIVE To further the goals and objectives of the transportation planning process through special studies undertaken by MPO staff or consultants in support of existing or projected local needs. To maintain the transportation management systems required by federal and state regulations, to assist decision- makers in selecting cost-effective strategies to improve the efficiency and safety of and protect the investment systems. B. EXPECTED PRODUCTS These are specific studies and projects that address special problem areas or help promote and support transportation related topics. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 21 C. PREVIOUS WORK The Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization LW/CAMPO), in coordination with Webb County City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority (WC-CL RMA) worked on a study to develop a final alignment of the River Road project identified in the 2020-2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan and determine traffic benefits for the surrounding area. The study investigated two possible alignment routes and a No-Build option. This study was conducted by a General Engineering Consultant procured by the Webb County City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority (WC- CL RMA). The MPO participated in this study through an interlocal agreement with the WC-CL RMA by sharing 50% of the cost associated with the River Road Corridor Study. The total cost of the study is $250,000 with the MPO and the WC-CL RMA each contributing $125,000 and was completed and presented to the Policy Committee in June 2023. D. SUBTASKS SUBTASK 5.1 - Long Range Freight Mobility Plan. This study will evaluate freight movement in the study area in order to identify freight mobility needs and challenges, develop goals and objectives to improve goods movement, evaluate the impact of freight movement on the regional economy, identify freight transportation facilities and investments necessary for economic growth, define freight policies and programs, and provide recommendations for short, mid-range and long-term recommendations for infrastructure improvements. This study will serve as an investment guide for freight mobility improvements in the region. It is intended that staff will primarily be responsible for overseeing the development of the plan. However, consultants may be utilized to provide technical assistance to develop the plan. (To be conducted as routine work effort or by consultant if needed). SUBTASK 5.2 - Microtransit Feasibility Study. Microtransit transportation, defined as a flexible, real-time-requestes, and technology-enabled transportation service, has demonstrated the ability to effectively complement fixed-route transit systems throughout the World. While the Laredo Transit Management Inc. (LTMI), local public transportation provider, has seen impressive growth in ridership, there are still areas in its community that are underserved by or have low frequency and low demand for fixed-route transit. The purpose of this study is to analyze the potential for Microtransit transportation to provide service to these areas to complement the fixed route system. SUBTASK 5.3 - Resiliency Study. This study is intended to assess the current transportation system's vulnerabilities to major transportation incidents or weather-related hazards, the existence of alternative routes, and ability to recover. The MPO is working on requesting TTI assistance to develop a more detailed scope for this study that will help advance FHWA's efforts in working with MPOS to consider resilience in the transportation planning process. SUBTASK 5.4 - World Trade Bridge and Freight Mobility Impacts Study. This study is intended to help assess the impacts of recent and proposed improvements to the World Trade Bridge, including the World Trade Bridge Expansion project. The study will provide an analysis of environmental and equity effects. The study will help propose recommendations for congestion relief, freight movement options on the surrounding transportation network, truck parking, and FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 22 mitigation ofa any equity and environmentaljustice concerns. It is expected that the results ofthis study will help inform the environmental review process for the World Trade Bridge Expansion project. E. FUNDING & PARTICIPATION SUMMARY Task 5.0 SPECIAL STUDIES - FY 2024 Subtask Responsible Transportation FTA Local Total Agency Planning Sect. Funds (TPF)1 5307 5.1 LWCAMPO $ 125,000 $0 $0 $1 125,000 Long Range Freight Mobility Plan 5.2 LWCAMPO $ 150,000 $0 $0 $1 150,000 Microtransit Feasibility Study 5.3 LWCAMPO $ 50,000 $0 $0 $ 50,000 ResiliencyStudy 5.4 World Trade Bridge and Freight Mobility LWCAMPO $ 75,000 $0 $0 $ 75,000 Impacts Study TOTAL $ 400,000 $0 $0 $4 400,000 1TPF -This includes both FHWAI PL-112 and FTA: Section! 5303 Funds. TxDOT will apply transportation development credits sufficient to provide the match for TPF. As the credits reflect neither cash nor man-hours, they are not reflected int thei funding tables. FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 23 VII. BUDGET SUMMARY LAREDO WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION = FY 2024 FTA UPWP Task Description TPF1 Funds Local Total Funds Sect. 5307 Management & 1.0 $6 600,000 $0 $0 $ 600,000 Administration Data Development 2.0 $ 15,000 $0 $0 $ 15,000 and Maintenance Short Range 3.0 $ 25,000 $0 $0 $ 25,000 Planning MTP / Long Range 4.0 $ 370,000 $0 $0 $ 370,000 Plan 5.0 Special Studies $ 400,000 $0 $0 $ 400,000 TOTAL $1,410,000 $0 $0 $1 1,410,000 1TPF - This includes both FHWAI PL-112 and FTA: Section 5303 Funds. TXDOT will apply transportation development credits sufficient to provide the match for TPF. As the credits reflect neither cash nor man-hours, they are not reflected in the funding tables. FY 2022-2023 Combined Transportation Planning Funds2 $ 562,039 Estimated Unexpended Carryover3 $1,867,958 TOTAL TPF $2,429,997 Total TPF Programmed $ 1,410,000 2Estimate based on prior years' authorizations. 3 The accounting below provides the estimated unexpended carryover for FY 2019-2020 (as shown above). FY 2021-2022 Unexpended Carryover $ 1,865,919 FY 2022-2023 Combined Transportation Planning Funds + $ 562,039 FY 2022-2023 Expenditures (estimated) $ 560,000 FY 2022-2023 Unexpended Carryover (estimated) $1,867,958 FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 24 VIII. APPENDICES APPENDIX A POLICY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP VOTING MEMBERS Honorable Tano E. Tijerina Judge Committee Chairman Webb County Honorable Dr. Victor D. Trevino Mayor - Vice Chairman City of Laredo Honorable Melissa R. Cigarroa Councilmember City of Laredo Honorable Ruben Gutierrez, Jr. Councilmember City of Laredo Honorable Vanessa Perez Councilmember, Mayor Pro Tempore Laredo Mass Transit Board Honorable John Galo Commissioner Webb County Honorable Jesse Gonzalez Commissioner Webb County Jed Brown Member At Large Regional Mobility Authority Epigmenio "Epi" Gonzalez, P.E. District Engineer TxDOT EX-OFFICIO NON-VOTING MEMBERS Honorable. Judith Zaffirini Senator - District 21 State of Texas Honorable Richard Raymond Representative District 42 State of Texas Honorable Tracy O. King Representative- District 80 State of Texas TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP MPO Representative: State Representatives: MPO Director (Chairperson) TxDOT Planning Representative Vice-Chairperson) TxDOT Planning Representative City Representatives: TxDOT Area Engineer Laredo Airport Director TxDOT Transportation Planning and Programming Field Laredo Bridge Director Representative Laredo City Engineer Laredo Planning Director Laredo Traffic Safety Director The General Manager of the City Transit System Federal representatives: School system representatives FHWA Planning Representative (Austin) Ar representative of the Laredo Independent School District Ar representative of the United Independent School District Ar representative of Texas A&M International University Ar representative of Laredo College County and Regional Representatives: Private Sector Representatives: Webb County Planning Director Ar representative of the Kansas City Southern Railway Webb County Engineer Company South Texas Development Council Executive Ar representative of the Union Pacific Railroad Company Director Ar representative of the Laredo Transportation Association The General Manager of the Rural Transit System A1 Transportation Provider Representative who shall also A representative of the Webb County-City of serve on the Laredo Transportation Advisory Committee Laredo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) MPO STAFF MPO Director Juan S. Mendive, AICP Planner III Graciela S. Briones Planner III Julio A. Nino Planner III Eduardo Bernal Administrative. Assistant Adriana Vigil FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 25 APPENDIX B METROPOLITAN AREA BOUNDARY MAP Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization 35 83 2555 / & FM 142 593 359 MPO Planning Area Boundary 83 4 8 Miles FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 26 APPENDIX C DEBARMENT CERTIFICATION NEGOTIATED CONTRACTS 1) The Laredo Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, as Contractor, certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief, that it and its principals: a. Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any federal department or agency; b. Have not within a three-year period preceding this proposal been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public* transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of federal or state antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property; C. Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity * with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1) (b) of this certification; and d. Have not within a three-year period preceding this application/proposal had one or more public transactions* terminated for cause or default. 2) Where the Contractor is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such Contractor shall attach an explanation to this certification. * Federal, State, or Local Tano E. Tijerina Chairperson, MPO Policy Committee Webb County Judge Date FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 27 APPENDIX D LOBBYING CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION FOR CONTRACTS, GRANTS, LOANS AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS The undersigned certifies to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that: 1) No federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any federal agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any federal contract, the making of any federal grant, the making of any federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. 2) If any funds other than federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form - LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying, in accordance with its instructions. 3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub awards at all tiers (including subcontracts, sub grants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all sub recipients shall certify and disclosure accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by Section 1352, Title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure. Tano E. Tijerina Chairperson, MPO Policy Committee Webb County Judge Date FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 28 APPENDIX E CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE I, Tano E. Tijerina, Chairperson of the Laredo Webb County Area MPO Policy Committee, a duly authorized representative of the Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO), do hereby certify that the contract and procurement procedures that are in effect and used by the forenamed MPO are in compliance with 2 CFR 200, "Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards," - as it may be revised or superseded. Tano E. Tijerina Chairperson, MPO Policy Committee Webb County Judge Date Attest: Jose A. Valdez, Jr. City Secretary City of Laredo FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 29 APPENDIX F CERTIFICATION OF INTERNAL ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE PROGRAM I, Tano E. Tijerina, Chairperson of the Laredo MPO Policy Committee, a duly authorized ofitcer/representative of the Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) do hereby certify that the forenamed MPO has adopted and does enforce an internal ethics and compliance program that is designed to detect and prevent violations of law, including regulations and ethical standards applicable to this entity or its officers or employees and that the internal ethics and compliance program satisfies the requirements of by 43 TAC S 31.39 "Required Internal Ethics and Compliance Program" and 43 TAC S 10.51 "Internal Ethics and Compliance Program" as may be revised or superseded. Tano E. Tijerina Chairperson, MPO Policy Committee Webb County Judge Date Attest: Jose A. Valdez, Jr. City Secretary City of Laredo FY2024 UPWP LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA MPO PAGE 30 LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item IV.E. Receive public testimony and initiate a 20-day public review and comment period for the FY 2022 Annual Listing of Obligated Projects (APL). LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION ACTION ITEM DATE: 07-19-23 ITEM: IV.E SUBJECT: MOTION Receive publictestimony and initiate a 20-day publicreview and comment period for the FY 2022 Annual Listing of Obligated Projects (APL). INITIATED BY: STAFF SOURCE: Staff Juan S. Mendive, MPO Director PREVIOUS ACTION: None BACKGROUND: Federal regulations require MPOS, state departments of transportation, and public transportation operators to develop a 4-year Transportation Improvement program (TIP) and a listingoffederally funded projects that were obligatedin the preceding program year. As per CFR 450.334, the Annual Listing of Obligated Projects, also known as the APL, needs to be published or otherwise made available to the public in accordance with the MPO's Public Participation Plan criteria for the TIP. While in previous years this report did not require Policy Committee approval and only needed to be submitted to TxDOT and FHWA, TxDOT's Transportation Planning & Programming Division has requested that Policy Committee approval be obtamed by resolution for the final version of the APL. The MPO staffr recommends the initiation ofthe 20-day public review and comment period and will bring back the APL with a resolution for Policy Committee approval at the August 16, 2023 meeting. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Technical Committee recommends: approval. Staff recommendsapproval. & WEBB So 2 # BUS a ONLY dle - - - J PLANNING - Laredo Webb County Area MPO Annual Projects Listing FY 2022 Federal-Aid Project Number: 2021233 CSJ Number: MPO Project ID: Sponsor: Phase of Work: 0018-04-063 Project Name/Facility: Limits: Funding Categories: IH35 From: 1.1 MI NORTH OF US 83 1 To: MILE MARKER 23 (SBML) Project Description: RESURFACE ROADWAY Amount of Federal Funding Programmed in MPO TIP: $ 4,146,634.67 Amount of Federal Funding Obligated in Fiscal Year: $4,146,634.67 Amount of Federal Funding Remaining and Available for Subsequent Years: $0.00 Federal-Aid Project Number: 2021883 CSJ Number: MPO Project ID: Sponsor: Phase of Work: 0038-01-095 C Project Name/Facility: Limits: Funding Categories: US 83 From: US 83 SB 8 To: LOMAS DEL SUR BLVD. Project Description: HAZARD ELIMINATION & SAFETY Amount of Federal Funding Programmed in MPO TIP: $1 169,389.91 Amount of Federal Funding Obligated in Fiscal Year: $1 169,389.91 Amount of Federal Funding Remaining and Available for Subsequent Years: $0.00 Federal-Aid Project Number: 2022923 CSJ Number: MPO Project ID: Sponsor: Phase of Work: 0018-06-215 ( Project Name/Facility: Limits: Funding Categories: IH35 From: 0.4 MI N OF KILLAM 8 To: KILLAM Project Description: INSTALL ILLUMINATION Amount of Federal Funding Programmed in MPO TIP: $275,574.24 Amount of Federal Funding Obligated in Fiscal Year: $ 275,574.24 Amount of Federal Funding Remaining and Available for Subsequent Years: $0.00 LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item IV.F. Motion to accept the sole proposal in response to the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) FY23-047 for the 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Update and authorize staff to initiate contract fee negotiations. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN ORGANIZATION (LWCAMPO) ACTION ITEM DATE: 07-19-2023 ITEM: SUBJECT: MOTION(S) Motion to accept and authorize for staff to initiate contract fee negotiations of the sole proposal, WSP USA, Inc., in response to the Request For Qualifications (RFQ) FY23-047 for the Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Update. INITIATED BY: Staff STAFF SOURCE: Juan S. Mendive, AICP, MPO Director PREVIOUS ACTION: None BACKGROUND: The Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) solicited a Request For Qualifications/RFQ) FY23-047 for the Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation (MTP) Update. The MTP plan recommends projects, programs and policies that aim to improve quality of life for all residents in the region. The MTP identifies the existing and future needs and develops coordinated strategies to provide the necessarytransportationfadlities: essentialfor the continued mobility and economicvitality of Laredo. The plan is periodically updated and amended to reflect changes to funding constraints, the region's transportation needs, andfederal requirements. The RFQ Invitation was issued on May 19, 2023 and closed-on June 12, 2023. The LWCAMPO assembled an evaluation committee as stated in the RFQ. The committee members reviewed their qualifications and submitted their scores. The evaluation forms were due on July 5th, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. One (1) consultantfirmrespondedtothe request. The final average score and ranking ofthe evaluation process are below: Submitting Firm Total Average Score Rank WSP USA, Inc. 89 1 Supporting Documents: Attachment A: Scores Tabulation Sheet Attachment B: Request For Qualifications FY23-047 Attachment C: WSP USA Inc. Submittal FINANCIAL IMPACT: None COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The LWCAMPO Technical Committee approved Staff recommends the Policy Committee accept sole the motion. proposal and initiate contract fee negotiations. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION LWCAMPO PROJECT/SERVICE TITLE: LAREDO 2025-2050 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) UPDATE LWCAMPO REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS NO.: FY23-047 SCORES TABULATION SHEET Evaluation Committee FIRM WSP USA, Inc. Scores Evaluator 1, City of Laredo 100 Evaluator 2, City of Laredo 90 Evaluator 3, Webb County 85 Evaluator 4, Webb County 90 Evaluator 5, TxDOT 85 Evaluator 6, TxDOT 90 Evaluator 7, STDC 80 Evaluator 8, El Metro 92 Evaluator 9, MPO 94 TOTAL AVERAGE SCORE 89 - A a ns ma 1755 FY23-047 Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Issue Date: 5/19/2023 Questions Deadline: 5/31/2023 12:00 PM (CT) Response Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) City of Laredo Purchasing Contact Information Contact: Juan S. Mendive - MPO Director Address: Planning Department 1413 Houston St. Laredo, TX 78040 Phone: (956) 794 x1614 Email: mendive@dlareco.xus Page 1 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 Event Information Number: FY23-047 Title: Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Type: Request For Qualifications Issue Date: 5/19/2023 Question Deadline: 5/31/2023 12:00 PM (CT) Response Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) Notes: Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit their proposals electronically through use of Cit-E-Bid or in person - hand delivery. Request for Qualifications may be hand delivered at the City Secretary Office, 1110 Houston St., 3rd floor, Laredo, Texas 78040 until 5:00 P.M. on June 12, 2023 and all RFQ's received will be opened and publicly acknowledged at 10:00 A.M. on June 13, 2023. Ship To Information Billing Information Contact: Jose A. Valdez, Jr. Contact: Jorge Jolly Address: City Secretary Address: Accounts Payable City Hall City Hall 1110 Houston St 2nd 3rd floor PO Box 210 Laredo, TX 78043 Laredo, TX 78042 Phone: 956) 791-7312 Phone: (956) 791-7326 Email: joly@cilaredoixus Bid Attachments Conflict of Interest Questionnaire-Revised 1-1-2021.pdf Download Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ) Non-Collusive Affidavit Form.pdf Download Non-Collusive Affidavit Form Form 1295- Certificate of Interested Parties.pdf Download Form 1295 MPO Boundary Map 04.11.2022.pdf Download MPO Boundary Map CFR Requirements.pdr Download Attachment A Requested Attachments Conflict of Interest (Attachment required) Non-Collusive Affidavit Form (Attachment required) Page 2 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 Form 1295- Certificate of Interested Partie (Attachment required) Bid Attributes 1 Award by Best Value Proposal will be awarded based on evaluated criteria and to the bidder who provides the best value to the City of Laredo and other factors have been considered in accordance to the provisions of Chapters 252 and 271 of the State of Texas Local Government Code. I agree (Required: Check if applicable) 2 Attachment A - CFR Requirements - acknowledge (Required: Check if applicable) 3 Terms and Conditions for Request for Qualifications GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS 1. GENERAL CONDITIONS Interested firms (Respondents) are required to submit statements upon the following expressed conditions: A. Respondents shall thoroughly examine the specifications, schedule instructions and other contract documents. Once the award has been made, failure to read all specifications, instructions, and the contract documents, of the City shall not be cause to alter the original contract or for a Respondent to request additional compensation. B. Respondents shall make all investigations necessary to thoroughly inform themselves regarding the services being requested. No pleas of ignorance by the Respondent of conditions that exist or that may hereafter exist as a result of failure or omission on the part of the Respondent to make the necessary examinations and investigations, or failure to fulfill in every detail the requirements of the contract documents, will be accepted as a basis for varying the requirements of the City or the compensation to the Respondent. C. Respondents are advised that City contracts are subject to all legal requirements provided for in the City Charter and/or applicable City Ordinances, State and Federal Statutes. 2. PREPARATION OF SUBMITTALS Submittals shall be prepared in accordance with the following: A. For hand delivered submittals only, all information required by the RFQ form shall be furnished. The Respondent shall print or type the business name and manually sign the schedule. For Electronic submittals, this information shall be submitted electronically on Cit-E-Bid system. If vendor submits both manual and electronic bids, the electronic bid will replaced the manual bid and shall be considered the only valid bid. B. Alternate Proposals will not be considered unless authorized by the invitation for proposals or any applicable addendum. 3. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES Not applicable for this request. 4. SUBMISSION OF HAND DELIVERED STATEMENTS A. Statement of qualifications and changes thereto shall be enclosed in sealed envelopes, properly addressed and to include the date and hour of the opening. B. Unless otherwise noted on the Notice to Respondents cover sheet, all hand delivered statements of qualifications must be submitted to the Office of the City Secretary, City Hall, 1110 Houston Street, Laredo, Texas 78040. C. SOQ forms can be downloaded and printed through Cit-E-Bid. C. The City shall pay no costs or other amounts incurred by any entity in responding to this RFQ, or as a result of issuance of this RFQ. 5. REJECTION OF STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS. The City may reject an SOQ if: A. Respondent misstates or conceals any material fact in the SOQ. B. SOQ does not strictly conform to the law or the requirements of the SOQ. C. Respondent is in arrears on existing contracts or taxes with the City of Laredo. D. In the event that a Respondent is delinquent in the payment of City of Laredo taxes on the day the SOQ is opened, including state and local taxes, such fact may constitute grounds for rejection of the SOQ or cancellation of the contract. A Respondent is considered delinquent, regardless of any contract or agreed judgments to pay such delinquent taxes E. No SOQ submitted herein shall be considered unless the Respondent warrants that, upon execution of a contract with the City of Laredo, Respondent will not engage in employment practices such as discriminating against employees because of race, color, sex, creed, or national origin. Respondent will submit such reports as the City may therefore require assuring compliance with said practices. F. The City may reject all SOQs or any part of an SOQ whenever it is deemed necessary. 6. WITHDRAWAL OF STAMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS SOQs may not be withdrawn after they have been Page 3 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 publicly opened, unless approved by the City Council. 7. LATE PROPOSALS OR MODIFICATIONS SOQs and modifications received after the time set for the proposal receiving deadline will not be considered. Late proposals will be returned to the Respondent unopened. 8. CLARIFICATIONS OR OBJECTION TO STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS If any person contemplating submitting an SOQ for this contract is in doubt as to the true meaning of the specifications, or other SOQ documents or any part thereof, they may submit to the City Purchasing Agent. All requests for information shall be made in writing through email or Question & Response section on Cit-E-Bid system no later than seven (7) days prior to the scheduled date for opening to : CITY OF LAREDO PURCHASING AGENT Miguel A. Pescador, 5512 Thomas Avenue Laredo, TX 78041; email: mpescadrec.aredoi us Any vendor submitting questions shall make reference to a specific RFQ number, section, page and item of this solicitation. Questions untimely submitted may not elicit a response. It is the bidder's responsibility to follow up and make certain that the request was received. In case there are changes, additions, and/or edits to the original scope, an addendum will be issued by the Purchasing Agent to all vendors through Cit-E-Bid system under Questions and Responses section to clarify any inquiries. The City will not be responsible for any other interpretations of the SOQ during the RFQ process, bidder, or any persons acting on their behalf, shall not contact any City official or employee staff except those specifically designated in this or another subsequent solicitation document. The following sequence of activities must take place in filing a protest: To be performed by protesting Respondent: Within ten (10) calendar days prior to the time that the City Council considers the recommendation of the City's Purchasing Officer, the protesting Respondent must provide written protest to the City Purchasing Officer. Such protest must include specific reasons for the protest. To be performed by City's Purchasing Officer: Shall review the records of procurement and determine legitimacy and procedural correctness. With five (5) working days, the City Purchasing Officer shall provide written response to the protesting Respondent of the decision. If the protesting Respondent is not satisfied with the decision of the City Purchasing Officer, such protesting Respondent may appeal to the City Manager of the City of Laredo. If the protesting Respondent cannot resolve the issue with the City Manager, he shall be entitled to address his concerns when the City Council of the City of Laredo considers the awarding of the contract. Such appeal may be made only after exhausting all administrative procedures through the City Manager. All protests must be duly submitted via Certified Mail to: City of Laredo - Purchasing Agent 5512 Thomas Ave. Laredo, Texas 78041. 9. RESPONDENT DISCOUNTS Not applicable for this contract. 10. AWARD OF CONTRACT The selection and award shall be based on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and for a fair and reasonable price. The firm selected will be the firm which, in the opinion of the City of Laredo/MPO, is the best qualified. The professional fees under the contract may not exceed any maximum established by law. The Respondent shall bear the burden of proof of compliance with the City of Laredo/MPO specifications. A duly authorize purchase order number shall reference item/services description, item number, quantity and price. Invoices shall reference the assign purchase order number to avoid any duplication (2 CFR 200.318 (d)). Contract terms are the responsibility of the awarded vendor(s) and the respective City user department(s). 11. PAYMENTS & INVOICING All invoices to the City of Laredo have a 30-day term from receipt of completion of services. All invoices must show the purchase order number and invoices shall be legible. Invoices shall be mailed to the Accounts Payable Office, City Hall, P.O. Box 210, Laredo, Texas 78042. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments are also available; if electronic payments are preferred, an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Authorization form needs to be completed and returned via e-mail to: ioly@cilaredo.Ikus . For more information, please contact Mr. Jorge Jolly, Accounts Payable Manager at (956) 791-7328. 12. PROHIBITED CONTACTS DURING CONTRACT SOLICITATION PERIOD A person or entity who seeks or applies for a city contract or any other person acting on behalf of such person entity is prohibited from contacting city officials and employees regarding such a contract after a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Qualification (RFQ) or other solicitation has been released. This no-contact provision shall conclude when the contract is awarded. If contact is required, such contact will be done in accordance with procedures incorporated into the solicitation document. Violation of this provision by respondents or their agents may lead to disqualification of their offer from consideration. 13. TITLE VI ASSURANCE The City of Laredo along with the Texas Department of Transportation, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S. C. SS 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all providers that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit Statements of Qualifications in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. Page 4 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 Agree to the Terms and Conditions (Required: Check if applicable) Page 5 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 4 Insurance Terms and Conditions INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS If and when applicable or required by the contract, the successful bidder(s) shall furnish the City with original copies of valid insurance policies herein required upon execution of the contract and shall maintain said policies in full force and effect at all times throughout the term of this contract. (a) Commercial General Liability insurance at minimum combined single limits of $1,000,000 per-occurrence and $2,000,000 general aggregate for bodily injury and property damage, which coverage shall include products/completed operations ($1,000,000 products/completed operations aggregate) and XCU (Explosion, Collapse, Underground) hazards. Coverage must be written on an occurrence form. Contractual Liability must be maintained covering the Contractors obligations contained in the contract. The general aggregate limit must be at least two (2) times the each occurence limit. (b) Workers Compensation insurance at statutory limits, including Employers Liability coverage a minimum limits of $1,000,000 each-occurrence each accident$1,000,000 by disease each-occurrence/$1,000,000 by disease aggregate. (c) Commercial Automobile Liability insurance at minimum combined single limits of $1,000,000 per-occurrence for bodily injury and property damage, including owned, non-owned, and hired car coverage. (d) Professional Liability, Errors & Omissions coverage, with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per claim/ $2,000,000 annual aggregate. This coverage must be maintained for at least two years after the project is completed. If coverage is written on a claims-made basis, a policy retroactive date equivalent to the inception date of the contract (or earlier) must be maintained during the full term of the contract. (e) Any Subcontractor(s) hired by the Contractor shall maintain insurance coverage equal to that required of the Contractor. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to assure compliance with this provision. The City of Laredo accepts no responsibility arising from the conduct, or lack of conduct, of the Subcontractor. (f). A Comprehensive General Liability insurance form may be used in lieu of a Commercial General Liability insurance form. In this event, coverage must be written on an occurrence basis, at limits of $1,000,000 each- occurrence, combined single limit, and coverage must include a broad form Comprehensive General Liability Endorsement, products/completed operations, XCU hazards, and contractual liability. (g) With reference to the foregoing insurance requirement, Contractor shall specifically endorse applicable insurance policies as follows: 1. The City of Laredo shall be named as an additional insured with respect to General Liability and Automobile Liability. 2. All liability policies shall contain no cross liability exclusions or insured versus insured restrictions. 3. A waiver of subrogation in favor of the City of Laredo shall be contained in the Workers compensation, and all liability policies. 4. All insurance policies shall be endorsed to require the insurer to immediately notify The City of Laredo of any material change in the insurance coverage. 5. All insurance policies shall be endorsed to the effect that The City of Laredo will receive at least sixty- (60) days' notice prior to cancellation or non-renewal of the insurance. 6. All insurance policies, which name The City of Laredo as an additional insured, must be endorsed to read as primary coverage regardless of the application of other insurance. 7. Required limits may be satisfied by any combination of primary and umbrella liability insurances. 8. Contractor may maintain reasonable and customary deductibles, subject to approval by The City of Laredo. 9. Insurance must be purchased from insurers that are financially acceptable to the City of Laredo. Insurer must be rated A- or greater by AM Best Rating with an admitted carrier licensed by the Texas Department of Insurance. (h) All insurance must be written on forms filed with and approved by the Texas Department of Insurance. Certificates of Insurance shall be prepared and executed by the insurance company or its authorized agent and shall contain provisions representing and warranting the following: 1. Sets forth all endorsements and insurance coverage's according to requirements and instructions contained herein. 2. Shall specifically set forth the otce-Ol-cancelation or termination provisions to The City of Laredo. () Upon request, Contractor shall furnish The City of Laredo with certified copies of all insurance policies. (j) Certificates of insurance are always subject to review and approval from the City of Laredo Risk Management. (k) Specialty certificates and licenses must be inspected and verified for accuracy and validity before award of contract. (1) Awarded vendor is required to maintain current and active all: certifications, licenses, permits and/or insurance coverages, required to perform work, throughout the duration of this project/contract. agree my insurance meets minumum requirements (Required: Check if applicable) Page 6 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 5 Disqualification & Debarment Certification DISQUALIFICATION & DEBARMENT CERTIFICATION By submitting this request for bids, proposal or statement of qualifications, the firm certifies that iti is not currently debarred or eligible for debarment from the City of Laredo pursuant to Ordinance No. 2017-0-098, and that it is not an agent of a person or entity that is currently debarred from receiving contracts from any political subdivision or agency of the State of Texas. The City will further verify debarment status through use of the federal website SAM.gov. The contract parties are further prohibited from makingany award at any tier to any party that is debarred or suspended or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation in Federal Assistance Programs under Executive Order 12549, "Debarment and Suspension." By executing this agreement, the Firm/Consultant certifies that it is not currently debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation in Federal Assistance Programs under Executive Order 12549. The parties to this contract shall require any party to a subcontract or purchase order awarded under this contract to certify it eligibility to receive Federal funds and, when requested by the City, to furnish a copy of the certification. Additionally, in accordance with Chapter 2270, Texas Government Code, a governmental entity may not enter into a contract with a company for goods or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the company that it: (1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract. The signatory executing this contract on behalf of company verifies that the company does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of this contract. S.B. 252 (V. Taylor/S. Davis) is a bill relating to government contracts with terrorists. The bill provides that: (1) a governmental entity, including a city, may not enter into a governmental contract with a company that is identified on a list prepared and maintained by the comptroller and that does business with Iran, Sudan, or a foreign terrorist organization; and (2) a company that the United States government affirmatively declares to be excluded from its federal sanctions regime relating to Sudan, its federal sanctions regime relating to Iran, or any federal sanctions regime relating to a foreign terrorist organization is not subject to the contract prohibition under the bill. I certify to the terms and conditions (Required: Check if applicable) Page 7 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 6 Contract Requirements 1.CODE OF ETHICS ORDINANCE Vendors doing business with the City of Laredo shall comply with all provisions of the City of Laredo's Code of Ethics (Ordinance, as amended). Vendors may be required to participate in Code of Ethics trainings. 1.2 PROHIBITED CONTACTS DURING CONTRACT SOLICITATION PERIOD A person or entity who seeks or applies for a city contract or any other personacting on behalf of such person or entity, is prohibited from contacting city officials and employees regarding such a contract after a Formal Bid, Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Qualification (RFQ) or other solicitation has been released. This no-contact provision shall conclude when the contract is awarded. The City of Laredo reserves the right to contact respondents and may require such contact as part of the evaluation process (for presentation, clarification) of bids and/or negotiation of RFP submittal(s) prior to the award of contract. If contact is required, such contact will be done in accordance with provisions of Chapter 252 and 271 of the Texas Local Government Code and procedures incorporated into the solicitation document. Violation of this provision by respondents or their agents may lead to disqualification of their offer from consideration. 1.3 NON-COLLUSIVE AFFIDAVIT (Form can be downloaded and submitted through Cit-E-Bid system) The City of Laredo/MPO may require that vendors submit a Non-Collusive Affidavit. The firm will be required to state that the party submitting a proposal or bid, that such proposal or bid is genuine and not collusive or sham; that said Bidder has not colluded, conspired, connived or agreed, directly or indirectly, with any Bidder or Person, to put in a sham bid or to refrain from bidding, and has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement or collusion, or communication or conference, with any person, to fix the bid price or affiant or of any other Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit or cost element of said bid price, or of that of any other Bidder, or to secure any advantage against the City of Laredo/MPO or any person interested in the proposed contract; and that all statements in said proposal or bid are true. 1.4 CONTRACT DISCLOSURE FORMS (This is submitted through Cit-E-Bid system) The City of Laredo requires the following forms to be completed as a part of this bid for consideration; 1. Company Information Questionnaire, 2. Signed Price Schedule, 3. Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, 4. Non-Collusive Affidavit 5. Discretionary Contracts Disclosure 6. Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) **Upon Award of RFP Only** 1.5 CONFLICT OF INTEREST FORMS (This is submitted through Cit-E-Bid system) Conflict of Interest Disclosure: A form disclosing potential conflicts of interest involving counties, cities, and other local government entities may be required to be filed after January 1, 2006, by vendors or potential vendors to local government entities. The new requirements are set forth in Chapter 176 of the Texas Local Government Code added by H.B. No. 914 of the last Texas Legislature. 1.6 TEXAS ETHICS COMMISSION (Form 1295, Form can be downloaded and submitted through Cit-E-Bid system) Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) Implementation of House Bill 1295: In an effort to comply with state law the certificate of interested parties must be filled out once a vendor has been granted a contract. All of this information can be found on the state of Texas website, please use this link provided, https/www.ethicsstate.kusrec/1295-Info.htm. In 2015, the Texas Legislature adopted House Bill 1295, which added section 2252.908 of the Government Code. The law states that a governmental entity or state agency may not enter into certain contracts with a business entity unless the business entity submits a disclosure of interested parties to the governmental entity or state agency at the time the business entity submits the signed contract to the governmental entity or state agency. The law applies only to a contract of a governmental entity or state agency that either (1) requires an action or vote by the governing body of the entity or agency before the contract may be signed or (2) has a value of at least $1 million. The disclosure requirement applies to a contract entered into on or after January 1, 2016. In order to comply with state law the Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) must be submitted to the Texas Ethics Commission within 10 days upon receiving notice of award of contract. This form must be submitted within the allotted time otherwise this may result in the cancellation of the contract. Changes to Form 1295: Changes to the law requiring certain businesses to file a Form 1295 are in effect for contracts entered into or amended on or after January 1, 2018. The changes exempt businesses from filing a Form 1295 for certain types of contracts and replace the need for a completed Form 1295 to be notarized. Instead, the person filing a 1295 needs to complete an "unsworn declaration. I have read and understand this section (Required: Check if applicable) Page 8 of 32 pages Deadline: 5/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 7 Byrd Antil-Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C. 1352) Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C. 1352) Contractors that apply or bid for an award exceeding $100,000 must file the required certification. Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier must also disclose any lobbying with non- Federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any Federal award. Such disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the non-Federal award. Ihave read and understand this section (Required: Check if applicable) 8 Questionnaire Description "The undersigned affirms that they are duly authorized to execute this contract, that this company, corporation, firm, partnership or individual has not prepared this bid in collusion with any other bidder, and that the contents of this bid as to prices, terms or conditions of said bid have not been communicated by the undersigned nor by any employee or agent to any other person engaged in this type of business prior to the official opening of this request. By submitting this bid the vendor agrees to the City of Laredo specifications and all terms and conditions stipulated in the proposed document. That I, individually and on behalf of the business named in this Business Questionnaire, do by my signature below, certify that the information provided in the questionnaire is true and correct " . 9 Name of Offeror (Business) and Name & Phone Number of Authorized Person to sign bid (Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed) 1 State how long under has the business been in its present business name (Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed) 1 If applicable, list all other names under which the Business identified above operated in the last five 1 years (Required: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 1 State if the Company is a certified minority business enterprise 2 The below information is requested for statistical and tracking purposes only and will not influence the amount of expenditure the City will make with any given company. Page 9 of 32 pages Deadline: 5/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 1 Questions Part 1 3 1) Is any litigation pending against the Business? 2) Has the Business ever been declared "not responsive" for the purpose of any governmental agency contract award? 3) Has the Business been debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, voluntarily excluded, or other wise disqualified from bidding, proposing or contracting? 4) Are there any proceedings, pending relating to the Business responsibility, debarment, suspension, voluntary exclusion, or qualification to receive a public contract? 5) Has the government or other public entity requested or required enforcement of any of its rights under a surety agreement on the basis of default or in lieu of declaring the Business at default? (Required: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 1 Questions Part 2 4 1) Is the Business in arrears in any contract or debt? 2) Has the Business been a defaulter, as a principal, surety, or otherwise? 3) Have liquidated damages or penalty provisions been assessed against the Business for failure to complete work on time or any other reason? (Required: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 1 State if the Company is a certified minority business enterprise 5 Historically Underutlized Business (HUB) Small Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SCBC) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Other This company is not a certified minority business (Required: Check only one) Page 10 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 1 Conflict of Interest Disclosure A form disclosing potential conflicts of interest involving counties, cities, and other local government entities may be required to be filed after January 1, 2006, by vendors or potential vendors to local government entities. The new requirements are set forth in Chapter 176 of the Texas Local Government Code added by H.B. No. 914 of the last Texas Legislature. Companies and individuals who contract, or seek to contract, with the City of Laredo and its agents may be required to file with the City Secretary's Office, 1110 Houston Street, Laredo, Texas 78040, a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire that describes affiliations or business relationships with the City of Laredo officers, or certain family members or business relationships of the City of Laredo officer, with which such persons do business, or any gifts in an amount of $250.00 or more to the listed City of Laredo officer (s) or certain family members. The new requirements are in addition to any other disclosures required by law. The dates for filing disclosure statements begin on January 1, 2006. A violation of the filing requirements is a Class C misdemeanor. The Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ) may be downloaded from mtp/wwwehicessue.kuslwhatsnewlconticd forms.htm. The City of Laredo officials who come within Chapter 176 of the Local Government Code relating to filing of Conflicts of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ) include: 1. Mayor 2. Council Members 3. City Manager 4. Members of the Fire Fighters and Police Officers Civil Service Commission. 5. Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission. 6. Members of the Board of Adjustments 7. Members of the Building Standards Board 8. Parks & Leisure Advisory Committee Member, 9. Historic District Land Board Member, 10. Ethics Commission Board Member, 11. The Board of Commissioners of the Laredo Housing Authority 12. The Executive Director of the Laredo Housing Authority 13. Any other City of Laredo decision making board member If additional information is needed please contact Miguel A. Pescador, Purchasing Agent at 956-794-1731. 1 Conflict of Interest Questionnaire Form CIQ 7 For vendor or other person doing business with local governmental entity. This questionnaire reflects changes made to the law by H.B. 1491, 80th Leg., Regular Session. This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176, Local Government Code by a person who has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a) with a local governmental entity and the person meets requirements under Section 176.006(a). By law this questionnaire must be filed with the records administrator of the local governmental entity not later than the 7th business day after the date the person becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be filed. See Section 176.006, Local Government Code. A person commits an offense if the person knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local Government Code. An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor. 1 Conflict of Interest Questionnaire 8 Vendor is required to submit Conflict of Interest Form for bid to be considered complete. Have you submitted your completed Conflict of Interest Form with your response? Yes No (Required: Check only one) 1 Disclosure Form 9 For details on use of this form, see Section 4.01 of the City's Ethics Code. 2 This is a New Submission Correction Update to previous submission (Required: Check only one) 2 Question 1. Name of person submitting this disclosure form 1 Please include First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name and Suffix (if applicable) (Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed) Page 11 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 2 Question 2. Contract Information < Please include the following: a)Contract or Project Name b)Originating Department (Required: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 2 Question 3. Name of individual(s) or entity(ies) seeking a contract with the city (i.e. parties to the 3 contract) (Required: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 2 Question 4. List any business entity(ies) that is a partner, parent, subsidiary business entity(ies) of the 4 individual or entity listed in Question 3. Not Applicable It applies to my business (Required: Check only one) 2 Question 4. List any business entity(ies) that is a partner, parent, subsidiary business entity(ies) of the 5 individual or entity listed in Question 3 If you selected Not Applicable on Question 4, skip this section. If it applies to you, please list the name of partner, parent, or subsidiary business entity(ies) in this section. (Optional: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 2 Question 5. List any individuals or entities that will be subcontractors on this contract 6 Not Applicable It applies to my business (Required: Check only one) Page 12 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 2 Question 5. List any individuals or entities that will be subcontractors on this contract / If you selected Not Applicable on Question 5, please skip this section. If it applies to you, please list subcontractors in this section. (Optional: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 2 Question 6. List any attorneys, lobbyists, or consultants that have been retained to assist in seeking 8 this contract Not Applicable It applies to my business (Required: Check only one) 2 Question 6. List any attorneys, lobbyists, or consultants that have been retained to assist in seeking 9 this contract If selected Not Applicable on question 6, please skip this section. If it applies to you, please list attorneys, lobbyists, or consultants that have been retained to assist in seeking this contract. (Optional: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 3 Question 7. Disclosure of political contributions List any campaign or officeholder contributions made by the following individuals in the past 24 months totaling more than $100 to any current member of City Council, former member of City Council, any candidate for City Council, or to any political action committee that contributes to City Council elections. a) Any individual seeking contract with the city (Question 3) b) Any owner of officer of entity seeking contract with the city (Question 3) c) Any individual or owner or officer of any entity listed above as partner, parent, or subsidiary business (Question 4) d) Any subcontractor or owner/office of subcontracting entity for the contract (Question 5) e) The spouse of any individual listed in response to (a) through (d) above f) Any attorney, lobbyist, or consultant retained to assist in seeking contract (Question 6) Not Applicable It applies to my business (Required: Check only one) 3 Question 7. Disclosure of political contributions 1 If you selected Not Applicable on question 7, please skip this section. If it applies to you, please list all contributors in this section. (Optional: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) Page 13 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 3 Updates on contributions required 2 Information regarding contributions must be updated by submission of a revised form from the date of the submission of this form, up through the time City Council takes action on the contracts identified in response to Question 2 and continuing for 30 calendar days after the contract has been awarded. 3 Question 8. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 3 Are you aware of any fact(s) with regard to this contract that would raise a "conflict of interest" issue under Section 2.01 of the Ethics Code for any City Council member or board/commission member that has not or will not be raised by these city officials? I am aware of conflict of interest lam not aware of any conflict of interest (Required: Check only one) 3 8. Disclosure of Conflict of Interest 4 If you selected I am aware of conflict of interest is question 8, please list them in this section. (Optional: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 3 Question 9. Updates Required 5 I understand that this form must be updated by submission of a revised form if there is any change in the information before the discretionary contract is the subject of action by the City Council, and no later than five (5) business days after any changes has occurred, whichever comes first. This include information about political contributions made after the initial submission and up until thirty (30) calendar days after the contract has been awarded. Ihave read and understand this section (Required: Check if applicable) 3 Question 10. No Contact with City Officials or Staff during Contract Evaluation 6 I understand that a person or entity who seeks or applies for city contract or any other person acting on behalf of that person or entity is prohibited from contacting city officials and employees regarding the contract after a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Qualifications (RFQ), or other solicitation has been released. This no- contact provision shall conclude when the contract is posted as a City of Laredo Council agenda item. If contact is required with city officials or employees, the contact shall take place in accordance with procedures incorporated into the solicitation documents. Violation of this prohibited contacts provision set out in Section 2.09 of the Ethics Code by respondents or their agents may lead to disqualification of their offer from consideration. Ihave read and understand this section (Required: Check if applicable) 3 Question 11. Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ) 7 Chapter 176 of the Local Government Code requires contractor and vendors to submit a Conflict of Interest Form (CIQ) to the Office the of City Secretary. Ihave acknowledge that I have been advised (Required: Check if applicable) Page 14 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 3 Question 11. Oath 5 Please complete in this section the required information for your company: 1) Name 2) Title 3) Company or DBA 4) Date (Required: Maximum 4000 characters allowed) 3 Question 12. Oath 9 I swear or affirm that the statements contained in this Discretionary Contracts Disclosure Form, including any attachments, to the best of my knowledge and belief are true, correct, and complete. I swear or affirm information is correct (Required: Check if applicable) Bid Lines 1 The Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) solicits Statement of Qualifications for the development of the: Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). The objective of the plan is to provide a comprehensive long-range transportation plan for the study area. Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit their proposals electronically through use of Cit-E-Bid. Interested firms should submit one (1) electronic package with all files no later than 5:00 P.M. C.S.T. on Monday, June 12, 2023 in sealed envelopes or box marked as: "LAREDO 2025-2050 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) UPDATE" Mailed to: Mr. Jose A. Valdez, Jr. Or, delivered to: Mr. Jose A. Valdez, Jr., City Secretary City Secretary, City of Laredo City Hall - 3rd floor P.O. Box 579 1110 Houston St. Laredo, TX. 78042-0579. Laredo, Texas, 78040. Submittal packages shall be submitted in conformance with the requirements outlined in this Request For Qualifications (RFQ). Submittals shall be limited to fifteen (15) pages in length, 8.5x11-inch pages, printed on one side single-spaced, using Times New Roman font with a font size of 12; exclusive of professional resumes, cover sheets, fly leaves, table of contents, dividers, etc. All proposals become the property of the Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO). The LWCAMPO reserves the right to reject any and all submittals and to waive any irregularities. All submittals shall be submitted at the time, place and date specified. Submittals received late shall not be considered. Page 15 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 INTRODUCTION The Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) is soliciting Statement of Qualifications from professional consulting firms to update the current 2020-2045 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) to encompass the years 2025-2050. BACKGROUND The Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) is the organization, formerly known as the Laredo Urban Transportation Study, designated by the Governor of the State of Texas, to serve as the Metropolitan Planning Organization "MPO. for the Laredo Urbanized Area. The Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is the forum for cooperative transportation decision-making, and responsible for identifying local transportation needs, in cooperation with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), following a Continuing, Comprehensive, and Cooperative "3C" transportation planning process pursuant to 23 USC 134. The MPO is also responsible for proposing and recommending projects for all modes of urban transportation to those governmental units that are responsible for program development and project implementation. The Laredo Metropolitan Planning Organization is comprised of a Technical Committee and a Policy Committee. The MPO Technical Committee provides professional and technical review of work programs, policy recommendations and transportation planning activities. It also reviews issues for accuracy and advises the Policy Committee on recommended actions. The Technical Committee is comprised of representatives of the City of Laredo, the County of Webb, the Texas Department of Transportation and private sector. The MPO Policy Committee is the body responsible for establishing overall transportation planning efforts for, and taking the required approval actions as, the Metropolitan Planning Organization. The Committee is chaired by the Mayor of the City of Laredo and includes as voting members: Three (3) Councilmembers, including two (2) members representing the City of Laredo, and one (1) representing the Laredo Mass Transit Board; the Webb County Judge, and two (2) Commissioners, the Laredo TxDOT District Engineer, and one (1) Member at Large. The State Senator for District 21, the State Representative for District 80 and the State Representative for District 42 serve as non-voting, ex-officio members. The Policy Committee has decision-making authority over the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). The Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) is an official, comprehensive, intermodal transportation plan developed and adopted for the Laredo Metropolitan Area through the transportation planning process. The MTP identifies the existing and future transportation needs and develops coordinated strategies to provide the necessary transportation facilities essential for the continued mobility and economic vitality of Laredo. These coordinated transportation strategies include roadway development and operations, truck and rail freight movement, transit operations, bikeways and pedestrian facilities. Page 16 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) The Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) solicits statement of qualifications of a professional Firm that has the experience working in the areas described in the scope of work of this RFQ which involves the development and update of the Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). GENERAL CONDITIONS Interested Firms are required to submit statements upon the following expressed conditions: a) Firms shall familiarize themselves with conditions relating to the scope of work, specifications and restrictions regarding the execution of work to be performed under the contract. It is the Firm's responsibility to obtain any additional information it deems necessary to submit in its RFQ proposal, as well as in the performance of the contract. Firms shall thoroughly examine the specifications, schedule instructions and other documents related to this RFQ. Once the award has been made, failure to read all specifications, instructions, and the contract documents, of the City of Laredo/MPO shall not be cause to alter the original contract or for a vendor to request additional compensation. b) Firms shall make all investigations necessary to thoroughly inform themselves regarding the services being requested. No pleas of ignorance by the Firm of conditions that exist or that may hereafter exist as a result of failure or omission on the part of the Firm to make the necessary examinations and investigations, or failure to fulfill in every detail the requirements of the contract documents, will be accepted as a basis for varying the requirements of the City of Laredo/MPO or the compensation to the selected Firm. c) Firms are advised that City of Laredo/MPO contracts are subject to all legal requirements provided for in the City of Laredo Charter and/or applicable City Ordinances, State and Federal Statutes. SUBMITTALS INSTRUCTIONS All submittals shall be submitted at the time, place and date specified. All submittals received on time become property of the LWCAMPO. Submittals received after the deadline will be rejected. Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit their proposals electronically through use of Cit-E-Bid. Please submit one (1) electronic file package no later than 5:00 P.M. C.S.T. on Monday, June 12, 2023 in a sealed envelope or box clearly marked on the outer left front lower corner as: LAREDO 2025-2050 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP) UPDATE". Page 17 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 Submittals shall be limited to fifteen (15) pages in length, exclusive of professional resumes, cover sheets, fly- leaves, table of contents, dividers, etc., printed on one side and single-spaced. All proposals become the property of the Laredo MPO. The Laredo MPO reserves the right to reject all proposals and to waive any irregularities. REJECTION OF STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS. The MPO may reject a submittal if a Firm misstates or conceals any material fact in the submittal. The MPO may reject all submittals or any part of a submittal whenever it is deemed necessary. The MPO may waive any minor informalities or irregularities in any submittal. WITHDRAWAL OF STAMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Submittals may not be withdrawn after they have been publicly opened. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS The required contents and limitation for preparation of the RFQ proposal are described in this section. Failure to provide the requested information or adhere to any state limitations may result in disqualfication of the submitted proposal. A total of one (1) original signed proposal package must be submitted to the address previously provided. The RFQ proposalsubmital shall contain the following information: 1) Cover letter with Title: - LAREDO 2025-2050 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN UPDATE". Name, address and telephone number of the Firm, as well as name and e-mail address of the primary contact person regarding the statement of qualifications including sub-consultant(s), if any. 2) A General Statement of Firm's qualifications and experience in transportation planning. Provide information on the Firm's background and, a list of recent references, including name, address, telephone number and the name of the contact person. 3) A summary of qualifications and experience should be submitted for key personnel and support staff assigned to the project. Identify proposed project management responsibilities, resumes of lead consultant team members and sub-consultant(s), provide information of their knowledge and experience with federal and state transportation planning requirements and processes. Resumes of company personnel who are not part of the project team should be omitted. Firms must understand they are expected to provide qualified personnel to accomplish each portion of the scope of work. 4) A list of recent comparable projects performed by the consultant's team or key personnel, brief description of project, project owner, the name, address, and telephone number of the person(s) closely associated with the firm's prior projects, status of the project, if the project was completed on time, on budget, and date of completion. 5) A Work Methodology to include a brief summary of the Firm's approach to the project, factors that will be considered in accomplishing the RFQ objectives and the work outlined in the Scope of Work. A methodology for collection and evaluation of data, and any other pertinent information the interested firm may wish to include. 6) A Management Plan to include a proposed schedule of work that reflects the timing of deliverables, a percent of Page 18 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 time for the prime and sub-consultant in the completion of project tasks described in the scope of work, indicating the critical path for each task identified. 7) A detailed list of all project deliverables, including but not limited to a final document. 8) Familiarity with the geographical area of the project. 9) Availability to commence services immediately after successfully negotiating a contract. 10) Signature. The submittal shall be signed by the authorized person on behalf of the Firm. NOTE: Submittals shall NOT include fee proposals Submittals that include a cost estimate for the development of the study SHALL NOT be considered. SUBMITTAL PREPARATION COST The Laredo MPO will not reimburse any proposer for any cost involved in the preparation of the submittal, amendments or any other relevant document associated with the RFQ. SUBMITTAL EVALUATION PROCESS Procedures have been established for the evaluation and selection of a Firm that provides for a consistent approach to carry out the tasks described in the RFQ Scope of Work. The MPO will assemble a selection Committee to evaluate all responses to this Request for Qualifications. The Committee will then perform individual evaluations and will conduct a comprehensive, fair and impartial evaluation of all Statements of Qualifications received in response to this RFQ and shall rank each submittal received for this RFQ using the evaluation criteria set forth herein. The Committee may contact any or all respondents to clarify submitted information. The evaluation Committee will be formed with the following members: Two (2) City of Laredo representatives Two (2) Webb County representatives Two (2) Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) representatives One (1) South Texas Development Council (STDC) representative One (1) El Metro Transit representative One (1) Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) representative Note: Refrain from contacting these members, they will not respond to questions about this procurement. Information contained in this document should not be considered all-inclusive. Any questions or clarification regarding this RFQ must be submitted no later than 12:00pm (CT) on May 31, 2023. Each question, along with the MPO's response will be provided in writing to all prospective providers. Any verbal communication regarding this request for qualifications will be considered non-binding on either party. Page 19 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 During the RFQ evaluation process, Firms may be required to attend interviews, give presentations to the evaluation committee as requested. The evaluation Committee may conduct the following tasks: Review all RFQs received for compliance with RFQ terms and conditions. Prepare a comparative summary of Qualifications. Prepare a preliminary ranking of RFQs using a quantitative method based on the criteria presented in the RFQ document and other criteria as directed by Committee. Conduct reference checks on all submittals Request clarification on the top two (2) Firms Attend and participate in interviews with the top two (2) ranked Firms Prepare a final ranking of RFQ proposals; All submittals will be scored and the final selection will be on the highest ranked firm. The MPO staff will present a recommendation of firm based on the ranking of all the firms to the Technical Committee for approval. Then, the recommended firm will be presented to the Policy Committee for final approval. The Evaluation Committee members will individually evaluate all submissions according to the evaluation criteria herein described. Based on the submittals scoring results, LWCAMPO reserves the right to invite top two ranked teams to participate in oral presentations that will provide an opportunity for clarification of any details. Following approval by the LWCAMPO Policy Committee, MPO staff will begin negotiations with the top ranked Firm/Consultant. If a contract cannot be negotiated with the top ranked consultant, LWCAMPO may choose to proceed to negotiate with the next ranked consultant, and SO on, until a reasonable cost for the contract has been successfully negotiated. Note: The Laredo MPO reserves the right, in its own discretion to adjust time/dates on above projected schedule if it's in the best interest of the Laredo MPO. Notices of changes to items directly impacting the original RFQ or submittal process will be submitted to each Firm of record as having received an RFQ. The MPO intends to get the submittals received evaluated and to select a Firms with thirty (30) days. Upon selection of a Firm, the Committee will then make a recommendation to the MPO Technical Committee and to the Policy Committee for approval. Following approval by the MPO Policy Committee, LWCAMPO staff will begin negotiations with the top ranked consulting Firm based on scope of services and other terms and conditions of an agreement. If a contract cannot be negotiated with the top ranked Firm for a fair and reasonable price, LWCAMPO may end negotiations and proceed to the second highest ranked firm. If negotiations are unsuccessful with the second highest ranked Firm, the MPO may will continue down the list until a contract is successfully negotiated. The MPO will notify the firms that were not selected. EVALUATION CRITERIA Submittals will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Work Program and Project Management (40 points) Page 20 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 Firm must present their team's approach through a clear, detailed narrative that displays an in-depth understanding of all the tasks involved in this study. Proposed approach to scope of work. A detailed Management Plan demonstrating knowledge and the ability to assess the MPO mandated current processes and procedures, required documents, and associated tasks. Experience & Qualifications (30 points) Proposals will be assessed on prior related and successful work experience of key personnel to be assigned to the development of metropolitan transportation plans, or similar studies in accordance with federal and state planning standards. Understanding of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) transportation planning requirements. Understanding of work requirements as outlined in the proposed work methodology. Familiarity with the LWCAMPO region and local issues. Qualifications of Firm and key individual(s) including sub-contractors previously related work experience, within the past five years, which includes citing previous experience with similar projects. Past performance (20 points) Firms must have demonstrated track of record on timely performance, quality, and integrity, as evidenced by a list of client references. Schedule (10 points) Submittals must include a detailed schedule and include tasks, deliverables, and milestones. The schedule must demonstrate how the project team intends to complete all the tasks listed in the scope of work of this RFQ. Criteria Max Points Work Program and Project Management40 points Experience & Qualifications 30 points Past Performance 20 points Schedule 10 points Total 100 points LWCAMPO reserves the right to select from the Firms responding to this RFQ. Any or all submittals may be rejected if they do not meet the Evaluation Committee's criteria or fail to comply with the specifications of this RFQ. LWCAMPO reserves the right to withdraw this RFQ at any time. Page 21 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 TERM OF AGREEMENT The terms of the Agreement should not exceed 18 months after contract has been awarded. AWARD OF CONTRACT The selection and award shall be based on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and for a fair and reasonable price. The professional fees under the contract may not exceed any maximum established by law. The City of Laredo/MPO reserves the right to review and rank as well as request for a presentation/ntervew from top 2 firms after evaluation. The interviews will be limited to no more than 30 minutes in total. Respondents shall prepare a presentation of 20 minutes briefly describing their qualifications, but focused mainly on the proposed project approach. Following the presentation, the Evaluation Committee will lead a 10-minute question and answer (Q&A) session for any clarification needed. The Evaluation Committee will determine the most qualified respondent and will provide a recommendation of the selected Firm to MPO Staff. The MPO Staff will present the recommendation to the Technical Committee for approval. The MPO Staff will present the recommendation from the Technical Committee to the Policy Committee for final approval. After final selection approval, the contract will be negotiated for a fair and reasonable cost. The professional fees will not be higher than the recommended practices and fees published by the applicable professional associations. If a satisfactory contract negotiation cannot be reached, the MPO may end negotiations and proceed to the second highest ranked Firm/Consultant. PAYMENTS & INVOICING All invoices to the City of Laredo have a 30-day term from receipt of completion of services. All invoices must show the purchase order number and invoices shall be legible. Invoices shall be mailed to the Accounts Payable Office, City Hall, P.O. Box 210, Laredo, Texas 78042. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments are also available; if electronic payments are preferred, an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Authorization form needs to be completed and returned via e-mail to: olly@cilaredo.kus For more information, please contact Mr. Jorge Jolly, Accounts Payable Manager at (956) 791-7328. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS: CODE OF ETHICS ORDINANCE 2012-0-126 Firms doing business with the Laredo MPO shall comply with all provisions of the City of Laredo's Code of Ethics. PROHIBITED CONTACTS DURING CONTRACT SOLICITATION PERIOD A person or entity who seeks or applies for a City contract or any other person acting on behalf of such person or Page 22 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 entity, is prohibited from contacting city officials and employees regarding such a contract after a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicitation has been released. This no-contact provision shall conclude when the contract is awarded. If contact is required, such contact will be done in accordance with procedures incorporated into the solicitation document. Violation of this provision by respondents or their agents may lead to disqualification of their offer from consideration. NON-COLLUSIVE AFFIDAVIT Form Attached (Section 41.0-Tab C). The Laredo MPO may require that Firms submit a Non-Collusive Affidavit. The Firm will be required to state that the party submitting a proposal or bid, that such proposal or bid is genuine and not collusive or sham; that said Bidder has not colluded, conspired, connived or agreed, directly or indirectly, with any Bidder or Person, to put in a sham bid or to refrain from bidding, and has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement or collusion, or communication or conference, with any person, to fix the bid price or affiant or of any other Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit or cost element of said bid price, or of that of any other Bidder, or to secure any advantage against the Laredo MPO or any person interested in the proposed contract; and that all statements in said proposal or bid are true. CERTIFICATE OF INTERESTED PARTIES (Form 1295) The Laredo MPO will require that Firms submit a 1295 form. (See attached form-Section 43.0-Tab E) DISCRETIONARY CONTRACTS DISCLOSURE The Laredo MPO will require that Firms submit a Discretionary Contracts Disclosure form. (See attached form-Section 42.0-Tab D) U.S. DOT STANDARD TITLE VI ASSURANCE The Laredo MPO, City of Laredo along with the Texas Department of Transportation, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S. C. SS 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all providers that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit Statements of Qualifications in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. 2 DEVELOPMENT OF THE PLAN SCOPE OF WORK The Laredo MPO is seeking a Firm/Consultant that can provide all the services necessary to develop the 2025- 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan Update for the Laredo & Webb County Area addressing no less than a 20-year planning horizon as of the effective date. In general, the MTP is envisioned to consist of Page 23 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 recommendations for a communiy-supponted comprehensive network. It shall include both, long-range and short-range strategies/actions that provide for the development of an integrated multi-modal transportation system options such as accessible pedestrian walkways and bicycle transportation facilities, to connect neighborhood users to special key destinations and to facilitate the safe and efficient movement of people and goods in addressing current and future transportation demand. The scope of work also involves ensuring compliance with federal pertormance-Dased planning measures and performance target requirements. - STUDY AREA The project will encompass the area identified in the attached Laredo Metropolitan Area Boundary Map. OBJECTIVES 1. Development of an updated plan that addresses all planning factors in conformance with all relevant state and federal requirements, including but not limited to 23CFR 450.324 Development and content of the metropolitan transportation plan. 2. Provide a transportation plan which covers a 25-year period and identifies facilities (including but not limited to major roadways, transit, and inter modal facilities) that should function as an integrated regional system. The plan shall consider all factors described in 23 CFR 450.306 Scope of the metropolitan planning process. The Laredo Travel Demand Model shall be used by the consultant as a tool to help identify transportation projects. 3. Provide a transportation plan which includes both short- and long-term actions that develop and maintain an integrated, inter modal transportation system that is accessible and that efficiently moves people and goods. 4. Provide for the development of a transportation plan with public involvement and coordination with transportation providers including regional airports, rail-freight operators, commercial transport associations, and others within the area. 5. Develop a socioeconomic report for a 2018 base year and forecast through 2050. The report shall update and expand socioeconomic and demographic factors used in long-range transportation planning, including but not limited to population, housing, income, employment, etc. 6. Coordinate with all agencies involved in the development of the plan, including but not limited to the City of Laredo, Webb County, Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) Transportation Planning & Programming (TPP) Division, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of Homeland Security, etc. 7. Review the existing MTP and TIP, and develop and provide all revisions materials necessary for adoption in order to achieve FAST-Act Compliance. 8. Develop a stakeholder database for use during the outreach process, and beyond, capable of generating data regarding stakeholder attendance, areas of interest, correspondence, etc. REQUIREMENTS In formulating the transportation plan, the MPO shall consider factors described in 23CFR 450.306 as the factors relate to a minimum 20-year forecast period. The MTP shall, at a minimum, include the following: 1. The current and projected transportation demand of persons and goods in the metropolitan planning area over the period of the transportation plan; 2. Existing and proposed transportation facilities (including major roadways, public transportation facilities, intercity bus facilities, multimodal and intermodal facilities, nonmotorized transportation facilities (e.g., Page 24 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 pedestrian walkways and bicycle facilities), and intermodal connectors) that should function as an integrated metropolitan transportation system, giving emphasis to those facilities that serve important national and regional transportation functions over the period of the transportation plan. 3. A description of the performance measures and performance targets used in assessing the performance of the transportation system in accordance with 23CFR 450.306(d). 4. A system performance report and subsequent updates evaluating the condition and performance of the transportation system with respect to the performance targets described in 23CFR 450.306(d), 5. Operational and management strategies to improve the performance of existing transportation facilities to relieve vehicular congestion and maximize the safety and mobility of people and goods; 6. Consideration of the results of the congestion management process in TMAS that meet the requirements of this subpart, including the identification of SOV projects that result from a congestion management process in TMAS that are nonattainment for ozone or carbon monoxide. 7. Assessment of capital investment and other strategies to preserve the existing and projected future metropolitan transportation infrastructure, provide for multimodal capacity increases based on regional priorities and needs, and reduce the vulnerability of the existing transportation infrastructure to natural disasters. The metropolitan transportation plan may consider projects and strategies that address areas or corridors where current or projected congestion threatens the efficient functioning of key elements of the metropolitan area's transportation system. 8. Transportation and transit enhancement activities, including consideration of the role that intercity buses may play in reducing congestion, pollution, and energy consumption in a cost-effective manner and strategies and investments that preserve and enhance intercity bus systems, including systems that are privately owned and operated, and including transportation alternatives, as defined in 23 U.S.C. 101(a), and associated transit improvements, as described in 49 U.S.C. 5302(a), as appropriate; 9. Design concept and design scope descriptions of all existing and proposed transportation facilities in sufficient detail, regardless of funding source, in nonattainment and maintenance areas for conformity determinations under the EPA's transportation conformity regulations (40 CFR part 93, subpart A). In all areas regardless of air quality designation), all proposed improvements shall be described in sufficient detail to develop cost estimates; 10. A discussion of types of potential environmental mitigation activities and potential areas to carry out these activities, including activities that may have the greatest potential to restore and maintain the environmental functions affected by the metropolitan transportation plan. The discussion may focus on policies, programs, or strategies, rather than at the project level. The MPO shall develop the discussion in consultation with applicable Federal, State, and Tribal land management, wildlife, and regulatory agencies. The MPO may establish reasonable timeframes for performing this consultation; 11. A financial plan that demonstrates how the adopted transportation plan can be implemented. 12. Pedestrian walkway and bicycle transportation facilities in accordance with 23 U.S.C. 217(g). RESOURCES 1. Various maps and previous studies compiled by the LWCAMPO and the City of Laredo Planning Dept. 2. 2015-2040 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan, CDM Smith, adopted December 15, 2014 3. 2020-2045 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan, adopted April 20, 2020 4. Laredo Transit Development Plan, CDM Smith, 2016 5. Laredo & Webb County Active Transportation Plan, adopted February 22, 2021 6. Viva Laredo, City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan, adopted September 18, 2017 7. City of Laredo, Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) of El Metro, December 2021 8. City of Laredo, 2021 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, adopted April 19, 2121 9. City of Laredo, Laredo International Bridge System Master Plan, adopted September 2021 10. Webb County-City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) North Laredo Webb County Transportation Planning Study 11. LWCAMPO Public Participation Plan (PPP). 12. Inventory based on Appraisal District data. 13. The most up to date TxDOT Unified Transportation Program (UTP). Page 25 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION The Firm's Project Manager, in coordination with the MPO staff, will be responsible for directing and organizing all activities associated with the project. DELIVERABLES Project schedule Monthly progress reports and invoices PROJECT SCHEDULING At the beginning of the project the Firm shall prepare a graphic project schedule indicating tasks, milestones, and tasks deliverables. PROGRESS REPORTS AND INVOICES The Firm will review the project schedule and prepare monthly progress reports for review by the MPO Staff. Invoices for all work completed during the period will be submitted monthly [with a progress report] for work performed by the Firm and all Sub-consultants if any. Monthly progress reports will include a summary of: Activities, ongoing or completed, during the reporting period; Activities planned for the following month; Problems encountered and actions to remedy them; Status, including a tabulation of percent complete by task, management schedule showing study progress, supporting documentation and; Summaries of stakeholder or public meetings held. 3 PROJECT TASKS TASK 1. ANALYSIS REVIEW CURRENT PLANNING/DOCUMENTS. The Consultant will reference the MPO's current transportation planning documents. The MTP will be consistent with and will advance the goals and objectives of the adopted planning documents and plans currently under development. The plan will build upon these plans to establish a comprehensive multi-modal transportation network. TRAVEL DEMAND MODEL. The Consultant will use the most up to date Travel Demand Model for the Page 26 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 metropolitan area to develop socioeconomic forecasts that reflect anticipated future growth in the region and conduct an analysis of future transportation system needs across all modes of travel. ROADWAYS. The Consultant will utilize the Travel Demand Model to forecast future system performance. The analysis shall identify the most congested streets in the base, interim and forecast years. The Consultant will use alternatives analysis and scenario planning to forecast the impact of various transportation improvements on the need's assessment. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION. The Consultant will review the existing public transportation network for providers of public transportation services (e.g. bus, rail, airports) and private providers of transportation (including intercity bus operators, employer-Dased commuting programs, such as carpool program, vanpool program, transit benefit program, parking cash-out program, shuttle program, or telework program). The analysis will include a summary of the availability and connectivity of these services, identify service gaps and discuss opportunities for improvements. FREIGHT. The Consultant will review the freight network in accordance with the recently adopted performance measures and targets to be developed by the State and provide a summary identifying needs and opportunities for improvements. ENVIRONMENTAL: The consultant will include a discussion of types of potential environmental mitigation activities and potential areas to carry out these activities, including activities that may have the greatest potential to restore or main the environmental functions affected by the metropolitan transportation. The discussion may focus on policies, programs, or strategies, rather than at the project level. The MPO shall level the discussion in consultation with applicable Federal, State, and Tribal land management, wildlife and regulatory agencies. EQUITY. The Consultant will conduct an environmental justice assessment, and perform an analysis demonstrating job locations versus living quarters similar to the Center for Transportation Equity Decisions & Dollars. The Consultant will create maps to shows the results of the analyses along with a summary identifying needs and opportunities for improvements. ANALYSIS DELIVERABLES TransCAD files for any revisions made to the transportation model; PDF copies of all maps and other visual aids created to support the analyses; and GIS data in shapefile format related to all maps and other visual aids created to support the analyses. TASK 2. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT METHODS. The Consultant is expected to utilize a range of stakeholder involvement methods to reach and engage the entities to maximize input throughout the plan development. The planning process shall combine face-to-face meetings with the use of digital tools to enhance stakeholder participation. The plan will include documentation of all stakeholder and public involvement activities and provide a summary of the feedback garnered. A robust public involvement process and strategy is expected. MPO staff will be heavily involved in public involvement activities. Page 27 of 32 pages Deadline: 5/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 STAKEHOLDER/AGENCY OUTREACH. The Consultant will work with the MPO to identify key stakeholders and MPO partners that are required to be included in the transportation planning process. These stakeholderslagencies may include local governments, freight companies, transportation providers, and representatives for pedestrians, bicyclists and the disabled. The consultant will create an engagement strategy for these entities that satisfies Federal requirements. The Consultant will work with the MPO to schedule and conduct regular review meetings throughout the MTP development process. PUBLIC MEETINGS. The Consultant will provide personnel, documents and visual aids for two (2) meetings with the Public. One meeting will be at the beginning of the study to inform the public of the project and its objectives. The second meeting will be at the end of the study to report and receive input on finding and outcomes. The meetings will be compliant with the MPO's adopted Public Participation Plan (PPP). DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT. The Consultant will engage the public utilizing digital means which may include, but is not limited to design, creation and launch of an on-line website with citizen survey, survey equipment (iPad kiosks at public libraries, city halls, etc.), virtual public meeting or open house, interactive techniques during public meetings and other public outreach activities. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT DELIVERABLES Responses to questionnaires and comment forms; A brief memorandum for each public meeting describing the event, attendance, questions, comments about the study, outcomes, and follow up needed; and A brief memorandum outlining reoccurring statements made through the digital engagement activities. TASK 3. PROJECT PRIORITIZATION PROJECT DENTIFICATION. The Consultant will work will the MPO to develop a list of projects to be used in conjunction with the public input and needs analysis to evaluate various transportation improvement scenarios. This task includes conducting a "call for projects" exercise with the MPO's Technical Committee and Policy Committee. PROJECT RANKING METHODOLOGY. The project ranking methodology in the current MTP provides a combination of quantitative and qualitative analysis which was established to satisfy the requirements of MAP-21 and the FAST Act. The Consultant will review the methodology and create an update which incorporates any new considerations put in place by the FAST Act and recent legislation. The current process includes a weighting system based on public input. This weighting system will be presented to the public for potential revisions. The Consultant will provide the MPO with a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the methodology and provide any spreadsheets, databases or other documents required for the MPO to add and rank a new project. SCORING EXERCISE. The Consultant will conduct a complete project ranking exercise with the MPO Technical Committee to score all projects identified as part of the project selection process using the revised ranking methodology developed. Page 28 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 BICYCLE, PEDESTRIAN AND TRANSIT PROJECTS. The plan shall include a list of projects, scoring methodology and rankings. The Consultant will work with the LWCAMPO transit providers to develop a listing of items required to meet Federal Transit Administration requirements. PROJECT PRIORITIZATION DELIVERABLES Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for project selection and prioritization; and Spreadsheets, databases or other documents required for the MPO to add and rank a new project. TASK 4. FEDERAL COMPLIANCE FINANCIAL CONSTRAINT. In accordance with the mandates of the FAST Act, the MTP recommendations must be fiscally constrained. The Consultant will prepare an assessment of the estimated funding availability which can reasonably be expected to be available from all sources during the plan period. The calculations will include a rate of growth factor which will be agreed upon in consultation with the MPO and TxDOT. PERFORMANCE-BASED PLANNING. In accordance with the mandates of the FAST Act, the MTP must include a description of the Federally required performance measures and performance targets used in assessing the performance of the transportation system. The Consultant will provide a brief memo demonstrating how the MTP is compliant with the provisions of the FAST Act and how performance-based planning has been incorporated into the MTP process. The Consultant will also create a system performance report evaluating the condition and performance of the transportation system with respect to the Federally required performance targets including progress achieved by the MPO toward the performance targets. FEDERAL COMPLIANCE DELIVERABLES Assessment of the estimated funding including rate of growth factor for MPO and TxDOT review; and Al brief memorandum demonstrating FAST Act compliance and outlining how pertormance-Dased planning has been incorporated into the MTP process TASK 5. DRAFT REPORT AND FINAL DRAFT PLAN REPORT CONTENTS. The Consultant shall prepare and deliver a draft report on each task listed in the scope of work and submit these reports, as they are completed, to the Laredo MPO for review and approval. The draft report shall address all Federal transportation planning requirements and reasonably satisfy all comments made during the public involvement phase of the project. The Consultant shall develop the draft report for consideration by the public, stakeholders and policy makers, and to be revised it in consultation with the MPO staff. All outreach will be compliant with the MPO's Public Participation Plan. The Consultant will do all of the data collection and analysis required for the draft report. All data, basic sketches, charts, calculations, plans, specifications, and other documents created, or collected as part of this project shall be provided and become the exclusive property of the Laredo MPO. DRAFT REPORT DELIVERABLES One (1) digital copy of the draft report shall be delivered in 8.5x11 inch portrait format the report and exhibits in Adobe PDF format; One (1) digital copy of the draft report shall be delivered in an editable format such as MS Word; and 15 hard copies of the draft report including any exhibits and all maps and data tables. Page 29 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 Separate maps, drawings and or other exhibits may be printed larger 8.5x11 in order to provide optimal detail. PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS. The Consultant will use the financial assessment of the anticipated costs and revenues to prepare a realistic list of projects for construction based on the anticipated funding levels. Identified projects which cannot reasonably be forecasted to have available funds by 2050 year will be grouped as illustrative projects. In addition to the projects list, the Consultant will propose policies and actions to address system deficiencies and opportunities identified during the multimodal analysis (Task 1). FINAL DRAFT PLAN. After review by the MPO Staff and the Technical Committee, the Consultant shall prepare a final Draft Plan incorporating and addressing all comments on the Draft Report. The final Draft Plan must be submitted within twenty (20) days of completion of the project. The consultant shall submit the final Draft Plan in electronic format to the MPO. The final Draft Plan shall summarize all the task reports and include: an executive summary; narrative description of the work performed; the project objectives met; methodologies used; analyses of the data collected utilizing charts, tables, graphs, and maps; and specific recommendations based on the results of the analysis. PROJECT DELIVERABLES FINAL DRAFT AND FINAL VERSION/DOCUMENT The selected Firm shall provide the project deliverables as agreed upon data delivery frequency with the LWCAMPO regarding the 2025-2050 Laredo Metropolitan Transportation Plan update. The final document will be delivered in the agreed upon format. 1. A copy of the final draft in electronic format, including any and all maps and data tables, shall also be submitted to the Technical Committee, the format of which shall be determined by MPO Staff. 2. Present the final draft to the Policy Committee. 3. Following acceptance and approval of the final draft by the MPO Policy Committee, 30 sets of the final draft must be prepared and delivered to the MPO with all corrections and comments incorporated in the final version/document. All sets shall be typed on 8 1/2" X 11" paper and neatly bound with attractive covers and address the processes and procedures used in this study. All exhibits on larger paper shall be folded and referenced in the text. The Final version/document must be submitted within twenty (30) days. 4. The consultant must submit a final version/document on a USB device to the MPO in both pdf and word. 5. All data, basic sketches, charts, calculations, plans, specifications, and other documents created, or collected as part of this project shall be provided and become the exclusive property of LWCAMPO. ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS Project Management. The project will be conducted primarily by the consultant with strong support from MPO staff. The MPO staff will provide project management, as well as, any currently available relevant data, and full access to previous plans and documents. Meetings. The Consultant shall propose a series of meetings at significant milestones during the study to Page 30 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 present to the public, and gather public input. A separate series of meetings with project management staff shall be required provide periodic project status reports. PRESENTATIONS The selected Firm will also deliver presentations to the LWCAMPO Technical and Policy Committees on findings included in the final document. Presentations minimum requirement: One (1) Presentation in a workshop setting to gather input from the Technical and Policy Committee members. One (1) Draft to the Technical Committee One (1) Draft to the Policy Committee One (1) Final to the Technical Committee One (1) Final to the Policy Committee *Consultant should assume all presentation will occur on separate days. Page 31 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 Supplier Information Company Name: Contact Name: Address: Phone: Fax: Email: Supplier Notes By submitting your response, you certify that you are authorized to represent and bind your company. Print Name Signature Page 32 of 32 pages Deadline: 6/12/2023 05:00 PM (CT) FY23-047 LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Laredo & Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Submittal Deadline: June 12, 2023 Proposal to: Juan S. Mendive - MPO Director Planning Department 1413 Houston St. Laredo, TX 78040 (956) 794 x1614 mendive@claredotkus MsP SECTION1 Cover Letter wsP WSP USA Inc. 808 Travis St Suite 200 Houston, TX 77002 Juan S. Mendive, MPO Director Planning Department 1413 Houston St Laredo, TX 78040 RE: LAREDO 2025-2050 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN UPDATE Mr. Mendive, WSP USA Inc. (WSP) is excited to present our technical proposal for the Laredo and Webb County Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (LWCAMPO) Laredo 2025-2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Update. Our firm brings national best practices from providing planning support for Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) across the country, along with local knowledge OfTXDOT TPP processes from recent local work with other Texas MPOS including SETRPC, AAMPO, CAMPO, and NCTCOG. We also understand the unique needs ofthe Laredo and Webb County Metropolitan Planning Area area given the congestion issues and the need for expertise to support solutions to freight issues and accommodate safe travel forall modes of transportation. In response to these needs, WSP has crafted a team with first-hand knowledge oft the process, which provides the following benefits to the LWCAMPO: A trusted and available Project Manager (PM) - In the PM role, Robert Guthart has a proyen, history working with the LWCAMPO and understand the needs oft the MPO, along with being available to respond with urgency to any LWCAMPO requests. Robert worked as a consulting transportation planner for the MPO for the previous 2020-2045 Laredo MTP. An experienced team of MPO planners WSP's Texas MPO planning team is led by Bin Wang, who has worked nearly a decade with MPOs in Texas. We also have à deep bench of plannérs who have worked in house for MPOs across Texas, including Staron Faucher. An experienced modeling team - WSP's travel demand modeling team, led by Behzad Karimi, brings best practiçes from updating travel demand models around the çountry, combined with knowledge and expertise of the TxDOT process, providing for innovations and efficiencies for LWCAMPO. Intimate familiarity with the region and understanding of transportation issues and needs - With 29 years of experience in Laredo with the TxDOTI Laredo District and the LWCAMPO Policy Committee, LJA's Melisa Montemayor understands the ins and outs of policy coordination, project programming, and transportation planning for the Laredo region. The LWCAMPO needs a trusted strategic partner who will serve as an extension of staff to meaningfully engage stakeholders, identify and evaluate projects that serye as solutions to transportation issues and needs, and develop sound recommendations, strategies, and a fiscally constrained" plan. Under the leadership of Robert, the WSP team has the experience, resources, and bandwidth to deliver a successful study on time and within budget. We look forward to presenting our technical approach and staff qualifications and are very excited about the possibility of! providing planning support to the LWCAMPO. Sincerely, Coe Casey Carlton Senior Vice President Advisory Services Business Line Leader SECTION 2 Firm's Qualifications and Experience MsP Why WSP? Transit Authority of] Harris County, and the Texas Department of Transportation amongst other partners OUR FIRM across the state. We offer a deep bench of subject matter experts across all disciplines required for WSP USA's planning professionals collaborate the MTP development, with loçal knowledge and with public agencies to map the transformation of expertise in national best practices gained across the their vision into reality through innovative policies, country. programs, and projects, Our holistic approach to creating innovative and contextually responsible OUR TEAM concepts for urban communities delivers Future Readye solutions that respond to and define We have handpicked our subconsultant partner, LJA, the natural, built, social, cultural, and economic to round out a cohesive team that has the uniquely environment. With our 300 offices nationwide, we local experience, know-how, and relationships to offer our clients access to who understand the augment the LWCAMPO staff to efficiently and unique needs and desires oFEsth each community., Our effectively deliver the Laredo 2025-2050 MTP, Melisa national and global reach empowers WSP's planners Montemayor's over 29 years of experience with the to bring broader perspective to local challenges. Every TxDOT Laredo District and the LWCAMPO Policy day, we strive to explore and expand possibilities with Committee is essential to the successful deliyery oft the our partners and créate real, human-scale plans to help MTP. She and her multilingual staff are invaluable to them realize their visionary ideas. our team as local boots-on-the-ground for MPO and agency coordination and public engagement. OUR PROJECT MANAGER OUR APPROACH Robert Guthart, AICP has 10 years of transportation Our planning experience and has worked for the past 5 approach implements a continuing, cooperative, years for MPOs across Texas. Robert carries a depth and comprehensive (3-C) planning processes that ofu understanding ofthe metropolitan transportation will efficiently, identify transportation issues and planning process through his experience leading the needs, financial resources, and project priorities development ofthe Laredo 2020-2045 MTP and the for the Laredo region through year 2050, Our SETRPC MTP-2045. He is currently leading the approach addresses and meets federal guidelines development oft the SETRPC MTP-2050. Through and planning requirements as provided bythe Federal his work in Laredo and across Texas, Robert is a Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal skilled planner who is committed to assisting MPOs Transit Administration (FTA) in compliance with the and public agencies to solve complex transportation Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act of 2015 and environmental challenges through innoyative (FAST Act) and other regulations. approaches and creative data-driven and public-driven solutions. OUR REFERENCES OUR KEY TASK LEADS We bring an extensive portfolio of transportation planning projects and a skilled roster of experiençed Our project leadership team provides specific real- planning, professionals who are committed" to realizing life project management experiençe to deliver LWCAMPO's transportation planning needs and every. element ofthe MTP scope, including unique goals. Listed in the table below are four select experience we have gained through our work for the references that highlight our expertise in delivering Alamo Area MPO, the SETRPC, the Metropolitan successful transportation planning projects. Name/Owner/Client Address Phone Email AlamoArea Metropolitan 825 South Saint +1 (210) 227- imartinez@ AAMPO Planning Organization Mary's St. 8651 alamoareampo. (AAMPO) San Antonio, TX org Sid) Martinez 78205 Director South East Texas 2210 Eastex Freeway +1 (409). bdickinson@ Regional Planning Commission Beaumont, TX 77703 899-8444, setrpc.org SETRFC (SETRPC) extension Bob Dickinson 7520 Director Transportation & Environmental Resources Metropolitan Transit Authority 1900 Main St. +1 (713) 739- amma. Of Harris County 10th Floor 6088 cobbinah@ METRO (Metro) Houston, TX 77002 Amma Cobbinah ridemetro.org Senior Planning Program Manager Planning, Engineering & Construction Texas Department of Transportation 16230 E. Stassney Ln. +1 (512) 460- sherry.pifer@ (TxDOT) Austin, TX 78744 1727 TxDOT.gov Texas Sherry Pifer A Freight Systems Branch Manager, Freight, Trade, and Connectivity Section SECTION 3 Key Personnel wsP ORGANIZATIONAL CHART LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Key PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE - Subconsultant Casey Carlton = Key Staff PROJECT MANAGER Robert Guthart, AICP TECHNICAL ADVISOR DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER QA/QC Sina Raouf Bin Wang, AICP, PTP Blanca Serrano PUBLIC AND STAKEHOLDER PLANNING AND ANALYSIS FEDERAL COMPLIANCE ENGAGEMENT Roadways Public Involvement Financial Constraint Staron Faucher Brittani Kaim Jeffrey Rivas Bicycle-Pedestrian Stakeholder Coordination Performance-Based Planning Jennifer Pangborn Ruben Landa Michael Pencic Freight Planning/ Digital Engagement International Trade Christopher Tarango Joe Bryan Lizzie Welch MPO/Agency Coordination Melisa Montemayor" (LJA) Public Transportation Tim Reynolds Translation Services Blasita J. Lopez* (LJA) Travel Demand Modelling Behzad Karimi Equity, EJ, Title VI PROJECT PRIORITIZATION Gabi Brazzil Project Selection Criteria Resiliency, Safety, Security Art Reinhardt Adam Eaton Cost Estimation GIS Michael Trueblood Rachel Cepeda Project Database Bharathwaj Sankaran CASEY CARLTON Principal in Charge Casey Carlton brings wide-ranging experience and in-depth understanding, of federal regulations pertaining to environmental and transportation planning. In addition to roles in consulting, Casey previously served as a transportation planning and environmental coordinator. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Texas Division Office. At FHWA, Casey oversaw NEPA compliance throughout eight (8) TxDOT Districts and planning, for five (5), MPO's around the state. As a consultant, he has managed the full-range E and planning studies (rural/urban, CE/EA/EIS, complex/ controversial). and served as the project manager, task lead, and author of numerous technical reports, corridor 6Years withi firm studies, and NEPA documents related to transportation and environmental planning. 17) Vears of experience Relevant Experience Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission Planning On-Call, Beaumont, TX. Education Principal-in-Charge of planning on-call contract with MPO in Beaumont and Master of Business updaté of travel demand model, asset management plan and metropolitan transportation overseeing Administration, West plan. Texas A&M University Houston METRO General Planning Consultant On-Call, Houston, TX. Principal-in- BS, Biology, University Charge ofplanning on-call contract With METRO including overseeing the development oft Texas-Austin oft the METRONeAtLong Range Plan and implementation of priority projects including Inner Katy BRT project. IH-35 Statewide Corridor Plan, TxDOTTPP, Oklahoma/Texas border to Texas/ Mexico border. Senior Planner and managed staff in development ofas statewide corridor improvement plan for IH 35 from the Texas/Oklahoma state line to the Texas/ Mexiço intérnational border, a distance of approximately 588 miles. Examined existing corridor conditions and utilized TxDOT SAM statewide model and MPO TDMs along existing IH35 corridor to determine corridor needs to 2040. Developed needs-based recommendations and priorities (short-, mid- and long-term), identified available funding and gaps, and prepared implementation blueprint to meet corridor needs. ROBERT GUTHART, AICP Project Manager Robert carries a diverse background in multimodal transportation planning, environmental compliance and planning, public involvement and stakeholder outreach, and international freight logistics. As a skilled planner, Robert is committed to assisting public agencies to solve complicated transportation and environmental challenges through the development and implementation of innovative approaches and solutions. Over the past five years, Robert has led the development of two MTPs, one for the SETRPC and one for the LWCAMPO. He is currently leading the development of the SETRPC MTP-2050. 1Years withi firm Relevant 2020-2045 Experience Laredo 9Vears ofe experience Metropolitan Transportation Plan,, Laredo, Texas. Robert served as the lead transportation planner and primary author for the update to the 2020- Professional 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) for the Laredo Metropolitan Planning qualifications Organization (MPO). The MTP provides a vision for meeting the existing and anticipated American Institute travel demands ofthe multimodal transportation system serving the Laredo region of Certified Planners through the year 2045. The 2020-2045 MTP was developed in compliance with FAST (AICP), No.: 31943 Act requirements to and improve. a balançed, multimodal, and sustainable transportation system enhances livability in this growing area. Robert's Education ApeE primary role was to author the planning document, léad the multimodal data collection and Master of City and analysis, and lead an extensive public outreach effort. Client: Laredo and Webb County Regional Planning, Metropolitan Planning Organization. Georgia Institute of Presidio Freight and'Trade Transportation Plan, Presidio, Texas. Robert seryed Technology as the transportation planner for the Presidio Freight and" Trade Transportation Plan. Bachelor of Arts, The plan provides short-, mid-, and long-term recommendations. for improvements to Environmental: Science, support increased freight movements through the region in West Texas. Robert led the University of Florida development ofa designated freight highway network for the region. He also led the collection of freight stakeholder interviews that will help identify regional freight needs and foster stakeholder engagement. Client: Texas Department of Transportation. JOHRTS Area Metropolitan Transportation Plan 2045, Beaumont, Texas. Robert Guthart served as the primary author for the update to the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) for the Jefferson, Orange, and Hardin Transportation Study (JOHRTS) Area. The 2045 MTP develops a vision for addressing the existing and expected travel needs of the multimodal transportation system serving the JOHRTSarea through the year 2045. The 2045 MTP supports a balanced, multimodal, and sustainable transportation: system that will enhance livability within the growing region. Mr. Guthart led the multimodal data collection and analysis, public outreach, development of performançe targets, identifying multimodal transportation needs and improvements, financial planning, compliance with FAST Act requirements, and writing oft the final plan document. Client: South East Texas Regional Planning Commission. SINA RAOUF Technical Advisor Sina's specialties include project management, environmental analysis, and community relations and outreach for transportation projects. Sina's experiencé includes developing environmental documentation in compliancé with the National Environmental Policy Act, alternatives analysis, development and implementation of community outreach programs, and federal and state funding strategies for transit projects. Relevant Experience General Engineering and Planning Consultant Services, VIA 2020, San Antonio, 5Y Years withi firm Texas. environmental task lead for the development of advançed project definition for 38 Years ofe experience two bus rapid transit corridors. WSP serves as the general engineéring and planning consultant for task orders assigned by VIAMetropolitan Transit. This çontract, which Education runs through 2025, involves providing project management and administration, Master of City Planning, planning, enyironmental, engineering and design, advanced rapid transit systems and Massachusetts Institute communications, and public involveinenloutreach services. The project will consider ofl Technology all possible alignment alternatives and their environmental impacts up to or through the federal New Starts and/or Small Starts project development Architectural stage. BS, As-Needed Capital and Environmental Planning Services, Metropolitan Transit Engineering, Authority, Houston, Texas. project manager responsible for all work Cairo overseeing University, Cairo, orders under this contract. For each task order, she manages the work assignments Egypt for WSP and its subconsultants, develops the budgets, and finalizes the deliverables. Sina regularly works with METRO in its offices so that she can stay, abreast of new developments and new work assignments. Work orders include the development OfMETRONext, the long-range transit plan, bus rapid transit studies, corridor development, Park & Ride expansion studies, and other support as needed. The task orders entail a variety ofd disciplines such as facilities planning, travel demand modeling, traffic analysis, corridor analysis, long-range planning, grant application development, and other transit-related disciplines. WSP provided an alternatives analysis to dévelop a Vision plan for conceptual corridor alignments, modes, and costs. METRO Houston General Planning Çonsultant Seryices, Houston, Texas. deputy project. manager responsible for overseeing all work orders under this contract. WSP is_providing general planning, on-call services for the Metropolitan Transit. Authority of'Harris County for the development of a regional transit The scope ofwork includes bus rapid transit studies, corridor development, and ride expansion and studies, additional support as needed. BIN WANG, AICP, PTP Project Manager Bin Wang is a supervising transit planner in WSP's Houston office, with extensive experience in developing mobility and thoroughfare plans, corridor master plans, transit plans, and conducting enyironmental analyses. Her areas oft technical expertise include GIS, needs assessment, alternative development, ridership analysis, safety evaluation, land use, and demographic analysis, grant application and public involvement. Relevant Experience. 4) Years with firm 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Texas. project lead in developing the 2045 13Y Years ofe experience Metropolitan Transportation, Plan to improve mobility for the three-çounty region. Bin's role on this project includes conducting safety, çongestion, and multimodal Professional transportation system evaluation for three-county region. qualifications Before and After Study of Expanded Light Rail Corridor, Houston, Texas. American Institute analyzed land use and property value change, travel behavior change, and station area of Certified Planners devélopment before and after three expanded light rail corridors implementations Certification #: 31584 (east end corridor, southeast corridor, and north corridor). Education Conroe Park and Ride Feasibility Study, Conroe, Texas. under contract with Master of Science in City: of Conroe to conducta Conroe Park and Ride feasibility study. Bin çonducted Transportation parking demanding analysis for the park and ride facilities, projected the Planning, Texas future ridership of proposed park and R transit serviçe from Conroe toHouston Southern University Downton and Mediçal Center, developed service schedules and cost, and estimated emission reduction from proposed transit service. PHD Candidate in Waller County" Transportation Plan, Houston, Texas. project lead for developing Ecologya and the transportation plan for Waller County., Bin's role on this includes data Environmental, project çollection, existing condition and analysis, public outreach, evaluation and Chinese identification ofs short- term (0-5 and long-term (6-20 years) transportation Academy Science, EaPs of needs within Waller County, and development of a list of short-term and long-term of China transportation improvement for future implementation. She also updated the Waller County Thoroughfare Ps as part oft the effort for this study. STARON FAUCHER, AICP Roadways Staron Faucher is an experienced transportation planner with a diverse public and private sector background in local and regional planning. He specializes in thoroughfare planning and multimodal network circulation and connectivity and 1S experienced in bicycle and pedestrian context sensitive solutions, corridor redevelopment. As project manager for BE thoroughfare update, he will leverage his experience developing and implementing plans to help e create a thoroughfare plan that not only enhances thei road network, but is also a tool the city can use to help manage growth and development. Staron is a member ofthe AICP Ethics Committee and Director-Elect 5Y Years withi firm for the North Central Section oft the Texas Chapter of the American Planning Association. 38 Years of experience Relevant Experience Professional TxDOTI Freight Mobility Plan, Austin, Texas. Project Manager / Planner qualifications Subconsultant for the update ofTxDOT's Freight Mobility Plan. Staron's duties American Institute included: Invoice review, QA/QC, and project reporting, agency coordination, of Certified Planners: assessment of freight land use implications, devélopment ofi index to measure freight #027693 impacts on enyironmental. justice communities, and development of course material for acquiring freight and transportation funds. Client: TxDOT Education Rockwall County Thoroughfare Plan Update, Rockwall County, Texas. Project MS, Regional and City Manager. Update oft the Rockwall County Thoroughfare Plan. His duties included: Planning, University of assessment ofthe existing andj projected travel patterns, thoroughfare network Oklahoma development and prioritization, travel demand model network updates, and MS, Environmental funding strategies. Pee Rockwall County, (prior tojoining WSP). Studies, Baylor Ellis County Thoroughfare Plan Update, Ellis County, Texas. Project Manager. University Update ofthe Ellis County Thoroughfare Plan. His duties included: thoroughfare nétwork development, travel demand model and BA, Environmental implementation; strategies, public analysis network interpretation, Studies and involvement, Epimy thoroughfare development. Client: Ellis County. (prior to WSP) Communications, joining Baylor University MELISA MONTEMAYOR (LJA) MPO/ Agency Coordination Melisa has 29 years oft transportation, planning, programming, design, environmental, construction, and maintenance experiènce, emphasizing the delivery and implementation oft transportation projects. She was responsible for the éxecutive-level direction, management, and operations ofthe Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) : Laredo District., Her work also included closé coordination with the Laredo Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), where she represented' TxDOT and presented projects, project financing and project planning and programming, and design items to various / county officials, city councils, and other technical and non- technical audiences as both a technical member and aj policy board member of the MPO. She served as the WC- LJAI ENGINEERING CL RMA GEC Program Manager for the last four years. She has has significant contact and excellent relations with elected the and as <1 Year with firm government and private entities on a officials, bi-national fevel. public private sectors, well as 29 Years of experience Relevant Experience. Professional Webb County/City of Laredo RMA GEC, Laredo, TexasSETRPC Regional qualifications Transit Coordination Plan, Southeast Texas. Program Manager who has overseen LGPP #91737 delivery of planning studies and project development efforts valued at $4.4 million. TxDOT Pre- Melisa 1S also currently oyerseeing $40 million of construction projects for the Certifications WC-CL RMA. She is actiyely, engaged in ensuring constant communication and Employee Sequence funding. opportunities are identified between the WC-CL RMA and decisions makers No15543/Work at the City ofl Laredo, Webb County, Laredo MPO, TxDOT and loçal developers. Categories: 1.1.1,1.3.1, Melisa ensures communication is being held and that the RMA is involved in key 1.4.1,1.8.1,2 2.1.1, 2.2.1, transportation decisions and approaches. 2.3.1, 2.5.1, 2.6.2, 2.13.1 Transportation, Improvement Program and Metropolitan Transportation Plan, Laredo, Texas. Responsible for the and coordination oft Education development transportation improvement and public transportation projects for inclusion in the Transportation BA, Natural Sciences Improvement (TIP) and Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) for the Biology/ Chemistry, Laredo MPO area. a séat on the Technical Advisory, Committee and Policy Texas Ta University of Committee of the Laredo & Webb County Area MPO and represented TxDOT at MPO Policy Committee meetings. Mobility And Preservation Plans, Laredo,, Texas. Responsible for the ranking of projects and the development ofthe Statewide Mobility Plan, Long Range Plan, Three Year Letting List, and Twelve-Month Certification for TxDOT- Laredo District. These financially çonstrained plans were scoped, budgeted, and coordinated with District and Division staff, the MPO, and local governments. JOE BRYAN Freight Planning / International Trade Joseph (Joe) Bryan is a Vice President with the advisory services ofWSP USA, directing the firm's practice in freight transportation and logistics FoIRe planning and management. He has been a leading contributor to the development of public and public- private freight planning in the U.S., working at the urban, state, corridor and national levels, and he assists private and public sector clientele in strategy development, policy and operations analysis, and market assessment. Mr. Bryan possesses broad practical experience in freight carrier management in multiple modes. He has been associated with 10 Years with firm truckload, less-than-truckload (LTL), air and rail freight companies and has held senior 41 Years ofe experience positions in marketing and operations. Professional Relevant Experience qualifications TxDOT SAM Model. supplied county-level commodity flow data for the 1st edition; American Institute I-10 National Freight Corridor Study: introduced the first application of carrier- of Certified Planners: derived speed and reliability data #027693 2018 Texas Freight Mobility Plan. Joe and WSP staff crafted port and energy sector components and the overall effort. the later task orders Education supported Among, MBA, Tuck School, implementing the Mobility, Plan, Joe oversaw the successful Freight Infrastructure Dartmouth Design Considerations study, developed portions of the Texas Freight Academy College professional training program, and managed staff involved in other efforts. Ports-to-Plains Corridor Feasibility lead for the BA, Philosophy, Study: Project freight component Princeton University providing regular briefings on freighi facets to officials and the general public across the 1000-mile territory, assisting, technical analysis and preparing lines of argument. National Freight Fluidity Monitoring Program, FHWA. Freight Fluidity was ai new federal program, developed under prime contracts held by the Eastern Transportation Coalition. Its purpose was to measure the speed, reliability and cost of multimodal freight transportation by stage and end-to-end for representative lanes in key national industries, diversely capturing economic regions, corridors, commodities, freight networks, and import/export trade. Joe was co-technical lead for program development, responsible for managing the depiction of supply, chain structures, selection and recruitment ofindustry partners, identification and procurement of new data sources, and delivery in a software tool. The key challenges were designing a feasible monitoring program, and then executing that design. MAG Freight Transportation Framework Study, Phoenix, Arizona. senior advisor to this examination of economic development opportunities based on changing supply chain requirements. He led the market assessment ofhow the Phoenix-Tucson region, now a top, ten metro market near the Mexican border, can capitalize on converging cost trends that are causing business to rethink distribution and overseas sourcing and helped design responsive organizational and development strategies. BLANCA SERRANO QA/QC Blanca is pasrt ofWSP's Planning and. Advisory Services Team in Texas. A 29-year TxDOT-El Paso District veteran,. Blanca brings extensive knowledge and experience in the negotiations and coordination of binational projects, local government project management and coordination, and consultant contract management and negotiations. During her tenure with TxDOT, Blanca served as the El Paso District's Transportation Alternatives Coordinator assisting local governments in their pursuit of federal funding for much needed pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure projects. She also served as the <1 Year with firm district's RMA Coordinator and as the district's translator. 29 Years of experience Relevant Experience 2019 On-Call Planning Services, Texas Department of Transportation El Paso, El Paso, Texas. Texas Department of Transportation El Paso, 2008 Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP), El Paso, Texas. International Port of Entry in Presidio/Ojinaga, Presidio, Texas. Statewide Transportation Alternative Set-Aside (TASA) projects, Statewide, Texas SECTION 4 Relevant Project Experience SOUTH EAST TEXAS REGIONAL PLANNING AAMPO REGIONAL THOROUGHFARE COMMISSION ON-CALL PLANNING PLAN STUDY ASSISTANCE SETRPC Location: Southeast, Location: San Texas Antonio, Texas Client: South East Client: AAMPO Texas Regional Status: 10/2018 Completion Planning Commission Services: Planning Status: 2022-ongoing Services Services: On-Call Planning Services D Since January 2022, WSP has on-call planning The Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning, Organization services for the South East Risd Regional Planning. (AAMPO) retained WSP to complete a Regional Commission. Tasks under this contact have included: Thoroughfare Plan (RTP) study. WSP assembled 2050 Travel Demand Model Inputs Development a team of experts with a long history. of realistic, implementable network strategies. WSP worked WSPi is currently working with Transportation Planning with AAMPO and the oversight committee to and Programming Division (TPP) and TxDOT Beaumont refine the scope of services and establish a project District to update the current MPO's travel demand model need and purpose. The approach consisted of two to horizon year 2050. Compared with the previous 2045 separate efforts: the first was focused on the agency model, the 2050 model area would be expanded to include thoroughfare plans and the second was foçused on a new county without model filés. Deyeloping, roadway typologies, functional çlassification and the roadway network and TAV level demographic data for design templates, The team applied a four-step the new added county 1S one of the major focuses for this to eyaluate and identify issues and task constraints order. PPIAceESS the individual member agençy, thoroughfare plans. Transit Asset Management Plan The four steps identified Jurisdictional inçonsistencies In accordance with federal regulations, transit providers and constraints alignment analysis çorrections, to evaluate and performed the a detailed of to feasibility are required review and update their Transit Asset proposed thoroughfares, a connectiyity review, and Management (TAM)Plans at least once every four a capacity review to identify priority where MPO are areas" years. required to establish its regional TAM funding and planning efforts should be focused. targets no later than 180 days after the transit providers Additionally, scenario planning was used in a high- establish their initial targets and incorporate TAM- growth area the IH-35 corridor. related performance-based planning in the Metropolitan were modeled along with 2040 demographics. Two Scenario scenarios 1 Transportation Plan (MTP) and Transportation evaluated how well the roadway, network with planned Improvement Program (TIP) process. improvements would accommodate future travel WSPis currently developing transit asset management demand. Scenario 2 inçluded the çompletion ofthe plan for three transit providers within SETRPCMPO agency thoroughfare plans in addition to the planned region and coordinating with the three transit providers improvements. The résults demonstrated that even and MPO to establish regional performance measures with the completion oft the thoroughfare plans, some and targets for transit assets. This effort includes research arterials showed congestion. It also became and review of the latest federal requirements on. TAM that the arterial network needed to be Plans mpostperent and State of Good Repair policies, extensive data collection and assessments, development of A regional functional classification system and implementation strategies subsequent regional thoroughfare plan map were 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan created member by agency aggregating classification and cross systems comparing to develop the a WSP is currently developing the 2050 Metropolitan "bridge" or "kéy" that would create uniformity among Transportation Plan for SETRPC. This work inçludes the plans. Recommended typical cross sections were evaluating the existing and future conditions of created for each functional Classification and overlays multimodal transportation, system, identifying needs and were. developed to include bicycle, pedestrian and opportunities, developing list of financially, constraints transit eleménts with associatéd design guidance. projects for future implementation. The task order also All oft the typiçal cross sections were incorporated in includes updating, MPO's Public Participation Plan, a Design Matrix Tool for easy, use and guidance.. A Project Selection Process and Title Vi-Environmental series of three interactive workshops were held with Justice-Limited English Proficiency documents. stakeholders throughout the project process. On-Call Planning Assistance WSP is currently providing ongoing transportation planning assistance on a variety of miscellaneous tasks on an as-needed basis to support SETRPC staffi in their effort to conduct MPO-based fransportation planning functions for the SETRPC MPO region. TXDOT PORIS-TO-PLAINS FEASIBILITY STUDY KAY BAILEY HUTCHINSON CONVENTION CENTER MP - THOROUGHFARE PLAN & CORRIDOR STUDIES yHall lb z Plara one ytt alas Dallas Hotel Reunion Lawn DARTLRT exi a HSRS - Location: Laredo to the Oklahoma and New Mexico Location: Dallas, Texas state lines in west Texas Client: City of] Dallas Client: TxDOT Size: 17,500 sf Status: 9/2019 - 10/2020 Status: Completion 10/2018 Services: Traffic Analysis, Demand Forecasting, Services: Planning Services Freight Analysis, Economic Analysis/BCA, And Innovative Public Involvement WSP's team of] local and national is working with the City of Dallas on the Kay EATE Hutchison Convention Center (KBHCCD) Master Plan, In response to the requirements of! House Bill (HB) which aims to leverage the convention center's 1079, TxDOT conducted a Feasibility Study for the location at the nexus of multiple regional and local Ports-to-Plains Corridor from Laredo to the Oklahoma highway, transit, and freight rail corridors to create and New Mexiço state lines in west' Texas. The Ports- a multimodal transportation hub, The plan will not to-Plains corridor 1S 937 miles long, spans 26 çounties, only help reenergize Dallas' civic center district, and ençompasses portions of six TxDOT Districts. HB it will also provide an opportunity to break down 1079 charges TxDOT with conducting a çomprehensive several mobilities and economic barriers that have study of the Ports-to-Plains Corridor, evaluating the disenfranchised vulnerable community groups. feasibility of, and costs and logistical matters associated with improvements that create a çontinuous flow, four- The study leverages future transportation lane divided highway that meets interstate standards to improvements, such as a more pedestrian-oriented the extent possible, including improvements that extend and context-sensitive street grid, streetscapes Interstate Highway 27 (I-27). enhancements, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, WSP led the traffic analysis, demand forecasting, freight streetcar system expansion, vertiport site assessment, analysis, economic analysis/BCA, and innovative publiç and other multimodal enhanceménts to set the stage involvement (PI) for the Ports-to-Plains Feasibility Study. for privat development and rebrand the Civic Center As part oft the work, WSP's traffic modeling and freight District as an exciting, mixed-use destination. The analysis team has utilized TxDOT Roadway Inventory multimodal station will connect DART, local and Database, TxDOT Statewide Analysis Model, and regional buses, on-demand services, convention center Transearch data to characterize thé current and future shuttles, and include provisions for future high-speed travel demand and freight flows in the corridor's sphere rail as well. ofinfluence, and commodity including flows to inbound/outbound analyze the potential tonnages need for Project elements, include, but are not limited to improvements in the corridor. to support freight movement corridor-level assessments of access, circulation, and and economiç growth. In addition, our economic analysis/ connectivity, street network development, evaluation BCA team utilized TREDIS supplemented by Moody's of alternative curb roadway alignments, travel demand data to analyze the job creation, economic modeling, transit network management and bike parking and assessments, stimulus, and BCA on proposed improvéments. Our network development, and evaluation, pedestrian public involvement team successfully utilized innoyative intersection development evaluations, and a multimodal planning level engagement tools such as Mentimetér to make Advisory oft trips between the study area and assessment Committee and Public Meetings more interactive to districts and destinations other activity solicit input and obtain buy-in/ consensus for proposed Replica Bluetooth key data. using Streetlight and improvements. The study, resulted in aj prioritized set of recommendations A key, outcome ofthe study is creating a context- for futuré improvements that TxDOT 1s now advancing sensitive and multimodal transportation framework that through the project development process. bolsters adjacent land uses, effectively manages high volumes of through traffic, and façilitates high levels of access, circulation, and connectivity. CULEBRA ROAD MULTIMODAL CORRIDOR METRONEXT REGIONAL TRANSIT PLAN PLANNING STUDY AND INNER KATY BRT ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS Segment B: Bandera Road to Callaghan Road OMEDOETIONG OPTION? 13 a zn mm Location: San Antonio, Texas Location: Client: Metropolitan Houston, Texas Transit of] Harris Client: City of San Antonio County Authority Status: Complete 12/22 Status: Complete 2022 Services: Traffic Engineering Services Services: Alternatives analysis, BRT planning and design, Public involvement WSPi is under contract with the City of San_Antonio WSP led the (COSA) to provide professional Traffic Engineering Houston development ofHouston METRONext, Servicés for the Culebra Road, a Multimodal METRO's first longrange transit plan since 2005. transportation study, extends approximately thirteen Managed by Tim Reynolds, the guides major investment (13) miles along Culebra Road from IH-10 west to strategies over the néxt 20 years. Houston is the nation' S Loop1604. Culebra Road 1s one of twelve corridors fourth largest city, with growth continuing at a fast pace, examined at a highlevel as oft the SA Tomorrow outstripping the ability of the existing transportation Multimodal Transportation completed in 2016. system to accommodate it. As a result, congestion -already - Sr Culebra was the first of four studies funded by Cityand severe is has increasing been and travel but there time slowing. limited Freeway the Alamo Area Metropolitan Transportation Organization capacity expanded is room and in 2019 to conduct a detailed transportation planning appetité for more. forimplementation, and engineering analysis, The leading of to the a concept Study is design to At the start ofthe project, WSP. worked with METRO address safety, for all users PTAN primary focus given to objectives planning and to executiye staff the evaluation to identify of a set of goals and pedestrian and cyclist. ofc candidate projects. help guide The service area was the divided universe into WSP developed an existing conditions memo, where 11 corridors reflecting travel flows and origin- we collected vehicular, pedestrian and bike data for destination patterns. corridor was evaluatedi in terms both ENC signalized and unsignalized intersection. The team of demographic and population trends, equity, land use, conducted a site visit to document the current existing and travel patterns. Arigorous set of planning, capital conditions oft the corridor. The WSP team developed costing, service planning, and ridership criteria and SYNCHRO and VISSIM model to analyze the existing measures led to consistent results and realistic financial and proposed condition as well as innovative intersections outcomes. Nelson! Nygaard developed operating plans and such as DDI and Green T's. Our team also analyzed crash 0&M cost estimates. data to identify high-risk areas for pedestrians and cyclist. We identified the locations ofn midblock crossings, and WSP also led an extensive outreach program that recorded transit stops, sidewalk gaps and sub-standard included a website, surveys, and thrée rounds of public pedestrian conditions. The project was divided in to five meetings held throughout the METRO service area. segments due to its diyerse land use and local identity. The METRONext deyelopment process was fast but Based on the 550+ public responses that we received flexible, meeting evolving and refined Board priorities from constituent's public and's stakeholder engagements and expectations. A 20-year bond issue to accelerate throughout the corridor, the WSP team developed implementation oft the METRONext Moving Forward Plan alternative typical sections for each segment. was approved by a 2 to 1 margin in November 2019. The study will be çompleted in December 2022. Our One of the first projects to advance is the Inner deliverables include a schematic ofthe 2022 Bond Corridor BRT Alternatiyes Analysis. Tim Katy was Program Culebra Road Project Limits, a cost estimate engaged to lead the The WSP team Reynolds for improvements, and a report summarizing our purpose and need statement, study. developed and the as public outreach efforts, as well traffic and safety compilation ofr relevant studies project and goals objectives, impacts from the implémentation oft the preferred" existing and future conditions, universe reports, of analysis of cross sections. This project is federally, funded and evaluation methodology, and Level 1 and alternatives, 2 through AAMPO; therefore, WSP 1S following LGPP of alignments and station locations. Nelson screening guidelines and we executed an AFA with TxDOT. developed operating plans and estimates of Nygaard running time and O&M costs. WSPI has also assisted METRO with outreach and messaging, including three rounds ofvirtual public and stakeholder meetings along with an inter- agency advisory committee. SECTION 5 Work Methodology wsP 1. PROJECT MANAGEMENT In addition, we have demonstrated success with The foundation of WSP's work plan for the managing, have the flexibility multiple simultaneous and capacity to assignments collaboratively and LWCAMPO is to build a team and approach to successfully deliver the Laredo 2025-2050 function as extensions of the LWCAMPO staff. Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). WSP has PROJECT SCHEDULE AND CONTROL aj proven track record of proyiding metropolitan transportation planning services, and we are eager We will maintain a detailed schedule as the project and ready to offer our breadth of expertise under this progresses. We understand the LWCAMPO' 's schedule contract." requirements for the project and have developed a high-level schedule to demonstrate will PROJECT how we MANAGEMENT PLAN deliver to your expectations. We have included WSP has assembled a nimble, responsive team time for réviews and comments by LWCAMPO dedicated to the LWÇAMPO. We will meet with and coordination with stakeholders in the proposed staff at the project's inception to discuss the details schedule. Our expertise as well as our availability to and develop a common understanding for all work. meet and resolve any concerns will be important in We will document the outcomes ofthis meeting in a mitigating these potential schedule delays. project management plan (PMP). The PMP will detail Robert employs the following strategies to ensure expectations for project mânagement, coordination, staff can meet an agreed-upon project schedule: çommunications; and the handling of project reviews including, required progress reports and an updated project schedule. 1. Set a realistic schedule with buy-in from PROJECT COORDINATION the entire team. Once the schedule is set, WSP will facilitate a projeçt kickoff meeting with each team member fully understands their the LWCAMPO at the beginning oft the study. The role and is equipped with the resources purpose oft this meeting is to: to work efficiently and ensure the project Establish administrative and communication progresses as scheduled. As an effective procedures. leader, Robert cultivates a strong team culture Discuss work plan scope and schedule. of accountability to accomplish what is Obtain data and information for technical analysis. expected of us. Robert will also organize weekly WSP will continue the following activities throughout meetings with WSP staff to monitor progress, the project: maintain workflow, resolve questions, address Manage scope, schedule, and budget. anya anticipated challenges, and ensure staff is prepared to carry out the next steps. Establish a communication protoçol as well as develop and maintain a Communications Plan. 2. Monitor potential risks to the schedule Conduct progress meetings with the LWCAMPO through the use of a risk register, which Project Manager. describes potential risks, determines the Conduct internal progress meetings. probability and impact of risks, and identifies Distribute meeting materials, including agendas, risk mitigation and response approaches. handouts, and summaries. 3. Regularly monitor the project's agreed-upon Contract management, including monthly billing schedule against actual and review and progress reports. progress the project's status in monthly project reviews PROJECT ADMINISTRATION to address any potential issues head-on. Project Manager, Robert Guthart, AICP, will be LWCAMPO's primary point ofc contact for the QUALITY ASSURANCE AND project. Robert will be résponsible for all project QUALITY management duties such as client çommunication, MANAGEMENT PLAN team coordination, overseeing project deliverables, QA/QC is a priority on all WSP projects. WSP will quality assurance, and tracking project finances. He conduct internal reviews using our rigorous QA/QC will be supported by credentialed key and support program centered on the ISO 9001 standard, staff. Throughout each step ofthe planning process, led' by Blança Serrano. WSP has a quality well-established WSP has LWCAMPO's goals and interests in mind. internal quality review as shown the Robert will assign a dediçated task lead and technical on the following The process defined QA/QC in figure support staff foreach assignment and establish for checking work five and three- process to client steps Paclnces workflows address needs in a timely, and rounds ofreview: quality, manner. We also understand that requirements for each assignment can be unique. We will establish Project staff complete the first version ofthe customized approaches to succéssfully deliver each deliverables. assignment. wsP The PM assigns independent reviewers to conduct making and carrying, out LWÇAMPO's mission. WSP an internal review. is highly experienced in developing and implementing Project staff address reviewers'. comments, and to public understanding involvement the plans that needs, establish approaches the second version of deliverables are sent to the perçeptions public's concerns, and client for initial review. ofvalue and and importance ofj projects, policies, investments E both Ifthe client has any, initial review comments, traditional and innovative outreach approaches. The project staff will address all comments and submit public involvement plan will be consistent with the the third version of the deliverables to the client LWCAMPO's Public Participation Plan and will for final review. ensure that the goals, objectiyes, transportation Ifthe client has any, final review comments, options, réflect the policies, needs and and concerns strategies of are the developed The to plan project staff will address all comments and submit will afford meaningful participation of public. all a version fourth ofthe deliverables. The client in the planning area, including groups traditionally persons then provides approval on the final deliverables. underrepresented in the planning process, and our The in-depth QA/QC will be conducted for team will work directly with the LWCAMPO staff to each task and with Cpces proçess, WSP team will be structure and facilitate all engagement efforts. able to provide interdisciplinary reviews, identify, INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & opportupities for improvément and complete final EQUITABLE PARTICIPATION deliverable reviews prior to submittal to LWCAMPO. The WSP team's intérnal QA/QC process ensures AAt the cornerstone of our approach is ensuring quality products are delivered. that all individuals with an interest in the region can have their viewpoints identified and addressed. To accomplish this, we are strategici in identifying ORIGINATOR the following: key milestones at which to 01 documentis) Prepare original and the public, the objective of each engagement engage any required backupr forc material checking activity, population to reach, and publicity AAA efforts for engagement Erepener Our approach is also 3B3 CHECKER Check for compliance comprehensive and aimed at promoting openness, 02 with codes, equity, and inclusion in convérsations whether it be etc: standards, verify accuracy scope, & through in-person or virtual meetings. completeness Ofimportance in the planning is the need BACKCHECKER to reach out to residents across LWCAMPO IOFTENTHE Preai 03 ORICINATOR) planning area. We will work with LWCAMPO Reviewa reject Checkersedts ando confirmor to identify newi public and stakeholder groups comments ensure and integrate. them into the overall concurrence regional Checker stakeholder list. Public meetings willaim to reach 04 CORRECTOR all individuals with interest in the area, including IOFTENTHE ORICINATORI residents,. business owners, community leaders, Make ando confirm and traditionally upon underrepresented minority and agreed- corrections incorporated low-income populations.. As a starting point for intorevisede document reaching underrepresented groups, we may use the 05 VERIFIER distribution lists maintained" by local transit agencies, Review OFTENT corrected THEC CHECKERI local community, organizations and centers, local & document verify governments, and participating local governments. thato property corrections addressed are and Wey will provide press releases and notices to different incorporated media outlets to assist in reaching populations. A large portion of the LWCAMPO region has limited DELIVERABLES English proficiency, and WSPis prepared to conduct effective outreach to limited English-proficiency Project Management Plan (PMP) within 30 days populations. We bring experience in outreach to ofi notice to proceed (NTP) date. Spanish-speaking populations in Texas through our Quality Management Plan (QMP) roles in the TxDOT El Paso District STIP and the TxDOT SH-18 improvements project. We also have Monthly invoices LJA: as part of our bops-on-the-ground team, local in Laredo., Seyeral members oft thel LJA team are fluent Monthly progress reports in Spanish in addition to having an intimate, local Project schedule (updated as needed) knowledge oft the unique transportation issues and needs. 2. PUBLIC AND STAKEHOLDER INVOLVEMENT INNOVATIVE OUTREACH SOLUTIONS PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PLAN While the COVID-19 pandemic presented challenges Public involvement is a central part ofthe planning to carrying out public engagement initiatives, the process, and WSP recognizes the value of effective WSP team successfully helped clients leverage public involvement in informing sound decision- online platforms, social media, and phone-based wsP communications to keep community members engaged throughout the planning One example is the public virtual room that WSP developed for the Metropolitan Transit Authority SPREES County's (Houston METRO's) METRORapid Inner Katy Project. The virtual public meeting platform project updates and provides the public flexibility in accéssing project information and in providing Fdasets to Houston METRO. As engagement is carried out according to the involvement WSP will document findings and share these findings with LWCAMPO. Furthermore, Eabis WSP team has plane skills and resources to analyze public feedback received through qualitative and quantitative means, as suitable, and identify how this feedback shapes planning and decision making. MPO AND AGENCY COORDINATION An important in the public engagement is coordination with the MPO Technical and Policy Committees, SSRi with additionala agencies Prepast as TxDOT and El Metro. As part of our cohesive team, Melissa Montemayor (LJA) will draw on her 29 years ofexperience with the TxDOT Laredo District and as ai member of the LWCAPO Policy Committee to assist LWCAMPO staff with MPO Committee and Agency stakeholders through briefings, presentations, one-on-one interviews, and meetings. These meetings will serve as opportunities to share project updates, discuss key milestones, and gather feedback from the stakeholders. METRO 1 ETR - METRORapid Project Inner Katy Downto Analyis Nest teps and An excerpt of the METRORapid Inner Katy Project virtual meeting room, which was designed to be accessible from mobile and computer devices. The room features METRO branding and includes a video message, exhibit boards, map, project email address, survey and comment form, downloadable PDF ofexhibit boards, and English and Spanish options. The following is the link to the virtual public meeting platform: tpalmetopedineov.metppuonine wsP DELIVERABLES 4. RECOMMENDATIONS AND STRATEGIES Public Meetings, three (3) MULTIMODAL RECOMMENDATIONS Public Meeting Summary, three (3) WSP will prepare a series ofi multimodal Promotional Materials reçommendations. Recommendations will be Multilingual Flyer primarily derived from completed or within the MPO region and will be Fplans on Materials EREFE Educational the outcome ofthe needs identification process. We Fact Sheet document multimodal recommendations in narrative PowerPoint Presentations and/or tabular and map form where.practicable, We Scripts and Talking Points anticipate our recommendations to inçlude çapital Boards and Exhibits infrastructure improvements along with policy Materials Translation enhancements. Interactive Materials TITLE VVENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE Survey The WSP team understands that LWCAMPO is a MPO and Stakeholder Coordination recipient of federal financial assistance and must Presentations to MPO Technical Committee meet the requirements ofTitle VI ofthe Civil Rights and Policy Committee, to six (6) Actof1964. We will work to develop. the Title VI/ Meeting Materials aP needed) Environmental Justice Program and Limited English Meeting Summaries Proficiency Plan to address the responsibilities of 3. ANALYSIS the LWCAMPO as a recipient of federal financial assistance and meet all FAST Act requirements. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES WSP will use the latest. American Community WSP will work with LWCAMPO staff to redefine Survey data to identify the geographic distribution the goals, objectives, and measures of effectiveness/ of minority, and low-income populations within the performance indicators in açcordance with FAST Act region,, evaluate the potential impact off financially planning requirements to achieve desired performance constrained on environmental justice outcomes for the region' 's multimodal transportation population recommend potential environmental dmeor system. mitigation activities related to: EXISTING CONDITIONS ANALYSIS Avoiding, minimizing, or mitigating dsproportionately high and adverse human The heart of the MTP is the compilation and analysis health and environmenta effects, including oft transportation, land use and dèvelopment, and' social and economic eçonomic and environmental issues for the area effects, on minority and along with the broad understanding of regional low-income populations. challenges and opportunities. The analysis begins the full with an assessmént oft the current performance oft the Ensuring and fair participation by transportation system in the planning area, including all potentially affected communities in the level' of service (LOS), safety, bridge deficiencies, transportation decision-making process. freight network, transit operations, and other multimodal system elements. Preventing the denial of reduction in, or significant delay in the receipt of benefits YEAR 2050 DEFICIENCY AND NEEDS ANALYSIS populations Identify. existing transportation issues and needs based on existing, condition analysis. With the TDM model WSP will also work with LWCAMPO staff to. output, the WSP team will also evaluate the future integrate equity into the MPO's project prioritization performançe of the transportation system and identify process. future needs. DELIVERABLES SETRPCTITLE VIAND ENVIRONMENTAL, JUSTICE PROGRAM: WSP applied GIS to analyze Recommended Goals and Objectives Technical U.S. Census data to through a threshold analysis. Memorandum Communities sensitive for environmental. justice Existing Conditions Technical Memorandum were identified by Census Block-Groups that met or exceeded threshold values determined for minority Year 2050 Deficiency and Needs Analysis populations, low-inçome households, limited English- Technical Memorandum proficiency populations, and senior populations. Environmental, scorés were TransCAD and/or GIS files developed for each justice Census composite Block-Group to define MSP "conçentrations of results into decision-making for investment disadvantage" across prioritization. the SETRPC planning area. 5. PERFORMANCE-BASED PLANNING ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT CONSIDERATIONS Federal regulations require states, MPOs, and The WSP team will operators of public transportation to establish targets identify strategies in the key national performance areas and coordinate to mitigate the the targets that they set for key areas. MPOs must potential impact of reflectthe targets in the MTPby concurring to the new transportation statewide targets or setting regional targets. State infrastructure DOTS and MPOs must describe the anticipated effect recommended in the oft their respective TIPs on their targets. The rule needs assessment on also requires states and MPOs to integrate the goals, wetlands, cultural objectives, performance measures, and targets of other historiea/areheolgiea) resources, water resources, performance-based plans and processes into their threatened and endangered species habitats, and planning processes. other environmentally sensitive subjects. Costs for WSP has been at the forefront ofj performance- the identified enyironmental mitigation strategies based planning since the first national discussions in should be considered in the overall project costs. Our the early 1990s. We have helped many state DOTS team understands the linkage between planning and and MPOs define effective performance measures environmental analysis. The WSP team has conducted that reflect the goals they aim to achieve and have numerous environmental documents for transportation advised federala agencies on the substance and form projeçts and knows what factors most influence of performance measures related to the national decision-making. transportation system. RESILIENCY ATLANTA REGIONAL COMMISSION (ARC), PERFORMANCE-BASED PLANNING As extreme weather events become more common GUIDANCE: On behalf ofA ARC, the WSP due to climate change, iti is critical to view the conducted a peer review of performance metrics team transportation system through a life-cycle asset and their relationship to transportation, decision management lens, identify system vulnerabilities and making and developed a performance-based develop proactive mitigation plans. WSP's recently planning guidance how the current led the NCHRP 20-117 Deploying Transportation practices reflect and report advance discussing the Resilience Practices in State DOTs and climate across the country. The below state ofthe practice the assessment work for Caltrans that is being integrated graphic depicts into the SLRTP update led by Cambridge Systematics. performance-based developed for ARC. planning WSP also framework led the development WSP of CALTRANS CLIMATE CHANGE. ACTION a list of performance measures that reflect a broader REPORT: WSP applied GIS, scripts, and Visual perspective ofi issues important to the. Atlanta region. Basic for Application to analyze and calculate resilience metrics to measure the exposure and Plan & Strategize Program Monitor & Evaluate vulnerability of Caltrans roads, bridges, and culverts to storm surge, wildfire, flooding, and other natural 0) hazards. The project models and measures the travel 6 costs for detouring around an area if part of the e PLAN 0) transportation system is closed by a climate-related @ hazard. CALTRANS STATEWIDE CLIMATE ASSESSMENT: WSP developed district level Vision, Goals. Objectives Identify Strategies and Analyse Monitor Current Corditions assessment of existing and long-term risks from. Aiternatives climate change on state transportation and building Performancel Measures Develop Investment Priorities Evaluate Strategies assets including sea level rise, storm surge, Gather and Analyze Data Allocate Resources Identify Needs and: evelop precipitation changes, landslides, wildfires, and combined effects. The project includes developing dentify Trends and Targets RTP P UPWP Reportt Stalehelders summaries for districts statewide and extensive çoordination institutions developing with multiple climate agencies data for and decision- academic ARC Performance- Based Planning Framework integrates goals, objectives, performance making. measures, and targets ofc other performance. based plans into the region's planning and programming. processes. The WSP team brings LWCAMPO the technical DELIVERABLES capabilities in resiliency planning and will work with LWCAMPO staff to assess the vulnerability Technical Memorandum demonstrating FAST Act oftransportation infrastruçture within the region compliançe and outlining how performance-based including bridges, railroad, roadways. We will planning has been incorporated into the MTP identify the infrastructures with critical vulnerability process through scoring criteria and integrate the assessment wsP 6. FINANCIAL PLAN and is currently undergoing the scoring and ranking of projects for prioritization and selection for REVENUE placement FORECAST in the MTP. WSP will analyze the reasonable anticipated TXDOT'S EL PASO DISTRICT - Our experience funding sourcès available by year using the Unified assisting TxDOT's El Paso District with scoring their Transportation Plan and the TREND model made portfolios using TPP evaluation criteria and PM-DIS available through TxDOT and develop a revenue and Decision Lens software proves valuable when forecast of expected funds until 2050by different prioritizing projects and scoping recommendations TxDOT funding categories (for example, for roadway, that are compatible with existing TxDOT processes. transit, bicycle-pedesirian, and other enhancements). We also assess statewide and local multimodal objectives, and investment PROJECT IDENTIFICATON priorities (e.g., E freight capacity for imports and exports) to strike a WSP will identify, projects that serve as solutions balance between quantitative system performance and to the needs identified through Task 3.0 Analysis qualitative politiçal factors when recommending or and in alignment with the recommendations; and developing solutions. strategies determined in Task 4.0 Recommendations ADOT'S PERFORMANCE-BASED PROJECT and Strategies. Our team is experiençed in developing SCOPING AND PRIORITIZATION - Our team planning lèvel cost estimates for multimodal led the development of ADOT's performance-based transportation projects. We will develop these cost project scoping and prioritization proçesses a to including estimates determine the funding required to FAST Act compliant statewide Corridor Profile Study achieve the LWCAMPO's vision and goals. Program. PROJECT PRIORITIZATION AND SELECTION The figure below illustrates a potential project The funding landscape has become increasingly prioritization framework that Can be used as a competitive.. As a result, projects must be prioritized starting point for gaining feedback from the project fors selection. Our team has proven experience in what management they value team, for stakeholders, the Laredo 2025-2050 and the public MTP on developing project evaluation frameworks that build TIP selection. evaluation and on the visioning and goals for communities. to support be réfined project with the The ofthe framework revised will project selection, prioritization, and the decision- goals, and objectives development and further tailored to reflect vision, making process. different project (roadway, transit, and bicycle- SETRPC - Our team is currently assisting the South pedestrian). Onçe pe framework and evaluation East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) criteria are finalized, the WSP team will develop or with the MPO's 's project prioritization and selection modify an Excel-based project prioritization worksheet process as part ofthe MTP-2050 development. and populate the performance metrics and çalculate WSP has conducted a public "call for projects" in the composite scores for each project based on the data which agencies have submitted several projects collected in the existing and future condition needs for consideration for inclusion in the MTP.WSP assessment. We will score, rank, and prioritize projects developed an updated evaluation criteria for the MPO by type to develop a fiscally constrained plan. Stakeholder Economic Safety Equity & Project Mobility Environment Input Benefits Readiness &A Access & Public Health PMI,S Stakeholders ROI; proximityto Highcrash Easeof Hightruck volumes; Emissions reduction; Committee, public distributioncenters, locations, safe implementation, congestion; proximitytofood input, private workforce connections for ROW requirements, procmityto desert; active industry development freight, pedestrians, equity employment centers; transportation, cyclists mobiity options; critical/vuinerable transit connectivity assets WSP's Approach to ProjectScoring and Prioritization Process: Establishing a comprehensive prioritization framework will ensure public and stakeholder input on key prolectconsiderations are identified and addressed. wsP FISCALLY CONSTRAINED PLAN Following the project prioritization and selection, WSP will develop a fiscally constrained plan within the reasonably anticipated funding sources by year for the Laredo 2025-2050 MTP with a listing of short-term funded projects, long-term funded projects, and unfundedilustrative projects. DELIVERABLES Call for Projects with MPO Technical Committee and Policy Committee List of Identified Projects with Planning Level Cost Estimates Revised MPO Project Prioritization and Selection Process, with Standard Operation Procedure for Methodology Project Prioritization Exercise with MPO Technical Committee Fiscally Constrained Project List (roadway, transit, and bicycle-pedestrian projects) Unfunded/lTlustrative Project List 5. MTP DRAFT AND FINAL MTP WSP will a Draft MTP for review by MPO staff and the Technical Committee. After collecting comments, PUWSPS willi inçorporate and address all comments into a Final MTP. The Final MTPV will summarize all project work and include an executiye summary, a narrative description oft the work performed, the project objectives met, the methodologies used, the analyses of the data collected in visual formats, and recommendations based on the analysis. DELIVERABLES Draft MTP (in PDF and DOCX formats, 15 printed copies) Final MTP (PDF and DOCX formats on USB drive, 30 printed and bound copies) Executive Summary Presentation to the MPO Policy Committee SECTION 6 Management Plan wsP Inclusive Public Involvement and Equitable Participation, MPO Technical and Policy MANAGEMENT PLAN Committees, and Stakeholder Inputs Since its inception, the LWCAPMO has excelled at cooperative transportation decision-making, Develop Goals and Objectives and identifying local transportation needs in Work with stakeholders andi MPOT Technical andi Policy cooperation with TxDOT, following the continuing, Committees to develop MTP vision, goals, objectives, and comprehensive, and cooperative transportation other performance measures planning process. The MPO has succeeded at focusing recommendations across all modes of transportation including roadway infrastructure and Existing Conditions Analysis operations, truck and rail movement, transit Review freight Plan operations, bikeways, pedestrian facilities, and border Data Collection crossings. Assess regional social, economic, and demographic conditions Document existing conditions of multimodal WSP has formed a team of talented professionals transportation: infrastructure- roadways, transit, that stand ready to support LWCAMPOin their bicycle-p pedestrian, airports, border endeavors to continue in their crossings, andi freight." moving forward efforts, summarized below in the following graphic describing the management approach. Year 2050 Deficiency and Needs Analysis - Identify existingt transportation issues and needs Forecast travel behaviors and social, economic, and demographic characteristicst tot theyear 2050 with the regional Travel Demand Model (TDM). Determinef futuret transportation issues and needs from TDM forecast for year 2050. Multimodal Recommendations and Strategies Identify multimodal recommendations based on findings ofthel Éxisting Conditions Analysis, the results oft the Year 20501 Deficiency: and Needs Analysis, and Ibest planning practicest toachieve the regional vision, goals, ando objectives. Determine potential impacts to environmental justice populations. Identify strategiest to mitigate potential environmentali impacts. - Establishs strategiesf forregionain Resiliency to extreme weather and other natural and man-made disasters Performance-based Planning Establish] performance targetsandi measures inl key national performance areas. Inform transportationi infrastructure investment decisionst through achievement of performancet targets. Financial Planning Develop revenue forecasts for reasonably anticipated funding sources availably by yeart tothel MPO. Identify, transportation projectst that serve: as solutions to regionali issuesa and needs. Prioritize and select projects for programming with availablef funding. Prepare fiscally constrained plan MTP Prepare Draft MTP with multimodal transportation project listing Address MPO comments Develop! Final MTP with multimalaltrampertation project listing SECTION 7 Schedule and Deliverables wsP SCHEDULE 2023 2024 Task Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul 1.01 Project Management 1.1 Project Management Plan 1.21 Project Coordination 1.31 Project. Administration 1.41 Project Schedule and Control 1.5 Quality Assurance and Quality Management 2.0 Public and Stakeholder Involvement 2.1 Public Involvement Plan 2.21 Include Community Engagement and Equitable Participation 2.31 Innovative Outreach Methods 2.41 MPO and Agency Coordination 3.0. Analysis 3.1 Goals and Objectives 3.2 Existing Conditions Analysis 3.3 Year 2050 Deficiency and) Needs Analysis 4.01 Recommendations and Strategies 4.1 Multimodal Recommendations 4.2 Title VI/Environmental Justice 4.3 Environmental Considerations 4.4 Resiliency 5.0 Performance-Based Planning 5.1 Performance Measurement 6.01 Financial Plan 6.1 Revenue Forecast 6.2 Project Identification 6.3 Project Prioritization and Selection 7.01 MTP 7.1 Fiscally Constrained Plan 7.2 Draft MTP 7.3 Final MTP Legend Task Work Deliverable Point of Contact: Robert Guthart, AICP Lead Transportation Planner Advisory Services WSP USA 808 Travis Street, Suite 200 Houston, TX 77002 Mobile: + 1 832-325-2139 Email: obertgutnart@wsp.com MsP 02023 WSP. All rights reserved. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item IV.G. Discussion with possible actionon the Hachar-Reuthinger Road project. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item V.A. Status report by the Regional Mobility Authority (RMA). inty ! Oy > 0 o Ona . Mobility WC-CL RMA July 2023 Status Report to LWCAMPO 1. FM 1472 and Killam Industrial Blvd. Turn Lanes - The commencement of work at Killam Industrial Blvd. at FM 1472 occurred in early May 2022. The traffic signal is fully operational, and traffic is now utilizing the new turn lanes on FM 1472 and Killam Industrial Blvd. Project is pending final walk-through, TDLR inspection and final Close-out Construction Change Order. Project is 99+% complete. 2. Los Presidentes (Cuatro Vientos to Brownwood) - Project is complete and pending close out with the City and RMA. 3. Loop 20 South (Cuatro Vientos) Acceleration/ Deceleration Lane Project -Project is complete. 4. Springfield Phase III - Final walkthrough of the project occurred on 12/9/22. The Shiloh Traffic Signal is complete. The lighting is scheduled for completion by August. Project is 99% Complete. 5. Webb County Fair Grounds TIA - The TIA report is complete. The WC-CL RMA stands ready to provide a presentation to the County at their request. 6. River Road Corridor Study - The study is complete. The study's findings were presented to the MPO Policy Committee at the June meeting. 7. Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant - In partnership with the MPO and the City of Laredo, the RMA developed a $2M grant application to develop an action to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. On the 30th of January, the RMA was informed by US Congressman Cuellar's Office that the grant was approved for $1.6M. A formal announcement by Congressman Cuellar was conducted at City Hall on 2/21/23. The RMA submitted to the FHWA the draft Grant Agreement between the RMA and the FHWA. Upon execution, the WC-CL RMA will work with the City of Laredo for the execution of an Inter Local Agreement for the sharing of the local funding match for the grant. The Study effort to commence in September 2023. 8. Vallecillo Road - The RMA received the draft AFA from TxDOT on 3/2/23. The RMA Board of Directors approved the AFA on April 4, 2023. Chairman Brown signed the AFA on 4/11/23. AFA with TxDOT is fully executed. Schematic, Environmental and PS&E to commence in August 2023. 9. Concord Hills (Wormser Road/ Lomas Del Sur to Los Presidentes) - Similar to the Los Presidentes project, the WC-CL RMA will sponsor and lead the design and construction of a new location 1.3 mile, 2-lane minor arterial roadway extension from Los Presidentes to Wormser Road/ Lomas Del Sur within a nominal ROW width of 90' in partnership with the City of Laredo. The WC-CL RMA has committed $1 million to the development of the project. The project will provide a parallel route to Cuatro Vientos and provide additional access to the new Laredo Sports Complex and the Municipal Water Park. The sponsorship and implementation are subject to the negotiation of an Inter Local Agreement between the City of Laredo and the WC-CL RMA. The WC-CL RMA is working with the City of Laredo to finalize the construction cost estimate for the project and complete the Inter Local Agreement for the project. 10. Springfield Phase I, II, and IV - Similar to Springfield Phase III, the WC-CL RMA has committed up to $1 million to the City of Laredo to assist with the funding of the construction of the next Phase of the project. The sponsorship and implementation are subject to the negotiation of an Inter Local Agreement between the City of Laredo and the WC-CL RMA. The WC-CL RMA is working with the City of Laredo to finalize the construction cost estimate for the project and complete the Inter Local Agreement for the project. 11. The WCCL RMA is hosting a TRZ workshop on July 19, 2023. A review of the TRZ study and implantation process will be presented. 12. Other Items: WC-CL RMA will have their next board meeting on August 1, 2023. LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item VI. DIRECTOR's COMMENTS a LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY wY / AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Director's Report July 19, 2023 1. Policy Committee members Mayor Pro Tempore Vanessa Perez and Councilmember Melissa R. Cigarroa, and the MPO Director attended the. June 29th Texas Transportation Commission meetingin Austinto thank the Commissionfortheir continuedsupport and consideration for our priority projects. Upcoming meetings and agendas can be found on thet following link: https//www.txdotgov/about/eadershp/exas-transportation.commission/meeting: dates-agendas.htm!. 2. TxDOT will provide a presentation on the Ports to Plains (P2P) Corridor at the August 16th Policy Committee meeting. 3. The next TxDOT Border Trade Advisory Committee (BTAC) meeting will be heldin McAllen on August 22, 2023. BTAC providesa forum for the exchange of communications betweenthe Texas Transportation Commission, TxDOT, the governor, and committee members representingbordertrade interests. 4. We are inviting our planning partners to a Vision Zero Safe Systems training to be held on. July 26th at the City of Laredo Health Department Auditorium. This trainingis being provided by Farm and City, a non-profit, and its' Vision Zero Texas program. 5. Upcoming regularly scheduled meetings: Technical Committee - August 8, 2023 Policy Committee - August 16, 2023 Active Transportation Committee - August 30, 2023 LAREDO & WEBB COUNTY AREA METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION Item VII. ADJOURNMENT