Express Commuter Transit Travel Demand Management Regional Vanpool Program Regional Transportation Planning Piedmont Triad Regional Model Training and Education Convening and Cooperation The Transportation Solution Mission Statement - To enhance the quality of all forms of transportation for each of our citizens through efficient use and protection of our natural, economic and human resources. Agency Goal Improving Transportation through Regional Cooperation NCARPO Meeting July 24, 2014
30% of Piedmont Triad workers live in one county and work in another.
PART S Vision Expand our funding to support our member agencies transportation needs. Safe and congestion free roadways that support economic development. Meaningful transportation choices that reduce a family s transportation budget. Well connected communities across the region to provide access to economic opportunities, medical services and recreational resources.
1989 PART The early years Mayors, City Managers and local transportation professionals met to discuss the transportation services and coordination needs between jurisdictions of the Triad. Piedmont Triad Regional Transportation Study 1997 Existing Conditions Report: Transportation in the Piedmont Triad Congestion coming, development pattern principle cause, passenger rail should be studied. In June 1997... NC General Assembly passes Article 27, GS160A authorizing the formation of a Regional Transportation Authority. Appropriated $750,000 to conduct two separate rail corridor studies in the Triad. Authorization for new revenue sources to fund Regional Transportation Programs was established. Fall of 1997 representatives of local governments met to arrange for the formation of a Regional Transportation Authority.
PART s enabling legislation chapter 160A section 638 states The purpose of the Authority is to enhance the quality of life in its territorial jurisdiction by promoting the development of sound transportation systems which provide transportation choices, enhance mobility, accessibility, and safety, encourage economic development and sound growth patterns, and protect the man-made and natural environments of the region.
PART The early years On October 6, 1998 the PART Board held its inaugural meeting of the Board of Trustees, established a work program, adopted a business plan and began meeting on regular schedules. Growing Together in the Triad 1998 Land use pattern should be more compact to support use of transit and passenger rail. 29 communities adopted resolutions supporting more compact development. NC General Assembly Funding Appropriation to PART Triad Major Investment Study (MIS) 2000-03 Eastern NC Intercity Rail Study initial screening of routing options
Legislative Authority and Powers In general, all the powers of a City or County Employ personnel Hire consultants Own and lease land Enter into contracts Borrow money Enter into inter-governmental agreements Grant franchises Except Land Use Control Operate public transportation systems Engage in long range planning Environmental monitoring Issue bonds to finance public transportation Hire a security force Condemn land To do all things necessary or convenient to carry out its purpose...
Legislative Authority and Powers Subject to Local Government Finance Act Subject to open meetings laws Subject to public records laws No power over federal or local transportation authorities No action without quorum
PART Board of Trustee s Membership Mayor or Designee of the City Council of the four largest Cities of the Region. Chair or designee of each local Board of County Commissioners Chair or Designee of the Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Advisory Committee Chair or Designee of the governing board of the two largest airports. Representatives of the NCDOT Board of Transportation
Regional Work Plan Development 2000 to 2002 Triad MIS Study Western NC Intercity Rail Study Published RideSharing and Vanpooling of the Piedmont (RSVP) PTIA Airport Area Study PART Connections Development of Piedmont Triad Regional Model (PTRM) PART Express Begins Operations Routes 1, 2, and 3 PART Hub under construction Forsyth County Consents Authority to PART Board for revenue source.
2002
Regional Work Plan Development 2003-2004 Triad MIS Study Published RideSharing and Vanpooling of the Piedmont (RSVP) PART Connections Published Airport Area Study Development of Piedmont Triad Regional Model (PTRM) PART Express Operations Routes 1, 2, 3 and 4 PART Hub Opens for Service Guilford County Consents Authority to PART Board for revenue source. NCDOT and Triad MPO s Adopt MOU Designating 5 Regional Planning Responsibilities 1. Land Use 4. Mass Transit 2. PTRM 5. Regional Significance 3. Air Quality Development of Park and Ride #1
Regional Work Plan Development 2005-2006 RideSharing and Vanpooling of the Piedmont (RSVP) NCDOT, Triad MPO s, PART Adopt MOA Governing Piedmont Triad Regional Model Triad Alternatives Analysis Study Begins PART Intermodal Study Site Selection Triad Early Action Compact Develops Strategies Formalize Partnership with Forsyth Air Awareness Update Commuting Patterns Map PART Express Expands Operations Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 Fleet Vehicle Expand Development of Park and Ride #5,6 Surry County Consents Authority to PART Board for Revenue Source
2007
Regional Work Plan Development 2007-2008 RideSharing and Vanpooling of the Piedmont (RSVP) Becomes TDM 1 st Triad Commute Challenge Regional Planning Expands Heart of the Triad Regional Land Use Planning Study Triad Alternatives Analysis PART Express Expands Operations Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 Mountaineer Express Dell Facility Connection Expands Fleet Vehicles Development of Park and Ride #7,8,9, 10, 11 Davidson County Consents Authority to PART Board for Revenue Source
Regional Work Plan Development 2009 TDM Program expands fleet Triad AA Locally Preferred Alternative Adopted PART Express Expands Operations Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 Expands Fleet Vehicles Development of Park and Ride #12, 13 PART Intermodal Terminal PMP Developed Property Acquisition of land HB148 Legislation enacted (Local revenue options) Stokes, Davie, Yadkin Counties Consents Authority to PART Board for Revenue Source
Regional Work Plan Development 2010 TDM Program PART Express Operations Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 Expands Fleet Vehicles Property Acquisition of Land for Terminal Regional Transit Development Plan Underway Urban Core Rural Counties Federal ARRA funding utilized PART Receives Funding for Regional Sustainability Plan PTRM expands area and functionality External Stations Development of Park and Ride #14
Regional Work Plan Development 2011 TDM Program Increases pledge count Expands Share the Ride NC PART Express Operations Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 Increases Fare Structure Federal ARRA funding utilized for Capital Development of Accident Safety Awareness Program PART Board adopts Resolution Seeking Stable Local Fund Source Triad Sustainability Project Continues PTRM expands area and functionality Model Design / Structure Development of Park and Ride #14 Reports of Nations Economy Spiraling Downward
Regional Work Plan Development 2012 TDM Program Increases pledge count Expands Share the Ride NC Expands Van Rentals Nations Economy hits Recession PART Express Reduces Operations Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14 Eliminates routes Increases Fare Structure Solicits new Operations/Management Company Piedmont Together receives recognition PTRM adoption of v.3.1 Development of Park and Ride #15, 16
Regional Work Plan Development 2013 TDM Program Increases pledge count Expands Share the Ride NC Expands Van Rentals Federal Funding to support Operations PART Express Reduces Operations Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14 PTRM expands and adopts v.3.2 PART Organization re-structures internally Adopts Organizational Work Plan
Regional Work Plan Development 2014 TDM Program (Award Winning) Increases pledge count Expands Share the Ride NC Expands Van Rentals Federal Funding to support Operations Expanded PART Express Maintains Operational Levels Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14 PTRM expands area developing freight component Piedmont Together is published
PART Regional Funding Options Local Funding Options included in Enabling Legislation Consent must be received by County 1. 5% Sales Tax of U-drive it Rental Vehicles Forsyth, Guilford, Surry, Davidson, Stokes, Yadkin, Davie Represents $3.2M annual revenue Is not Stable revenue (Recession was proof) 2. $1 - $8 Vehicle Registration Fee Randolph in 2008 at $1 Represents $135k annually Is a more stable revenue source
PART Regional Funding Options Local Funding Options from Enabling Legislation and HB 148 Consent must be received by County 1. 5% Sales Tax of U-drive it Rental Vehicles Forsyth, Guilford, Surry, Davidson, Stokes, Yadkin, Davie 2. $1 - $8 Vehicle Registration Fee Randolph 3. Sales Referendum Voter I. ½ Cent in Forsyth and Guilford II. ¼ Cent in Remaining Counties
Millions 16 PART - General Fund 14 $14.5M $13.9M $14.2M $13.7M 12 $11.5M 10 8 $9.0M $9.1M $8.2M 6 $6.0M $5.5M $6.2M $5.7M $6.6M $6.1M 4 2 PART Revenues PART Expenses 0 2009 Audited Financials 2010 Audited Financials 2011 Audited Financials 2012 Audited Financials 2013 Audited Financials 2014 Approved Budget 2015 Approved Budget
Commuter Bus Facts Fourteen Routes supported by 26 Park and Rides Lots Urban and Rural Fares with a 31 Day and 10 Ride Pass Regional Valid on GTA, Hitran, PART and WSTA Functions like a debit card Special Fares for Medical and Amtrak Connector Service Hours Monday through Friday 5:30AM to 7:00PM Reduced service during Holidays Ticket Sales Online Information Booth, Waiting Area and Ticket Sales at Galyon Depot
July August September October November December January February March April May June Ridership PART Express Monthly Ridership - Fiscal Year 60,000 50,000 40,000 30,000 FY 03 FY 04 FY 05 FY 06 FY 07 20,000 FY 13 FY 08 FY 09 10,000 0 FY 11 FY 09 FY 07 FY 05 FY 03 FY 10 FY 11 FY 12 FY 13 Month
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Attending events around our 10 County Area Business Expos Employer Resource Events Student Orientations Benefits Fairs Earth Day Events Community Events Most events are little to no cost to display
What is a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program? TDM Programs offer choices to the single occupancy vehicle and helps mitigate traffic congestion. Try some of these alternatives: Teleworking Trip Chaining Public Transportation Vanpooling Biking Carpooling Compressed Work Week Walking
Vanpooling Look for an existing vanpool to meet your commuting needs Carpooling Securely find carpool partners Find nearby carpool matches with similar commutes No obligations or requirements Biking Biking is safer with a buddy find people in your area to ride with Rideshare Matching www.sharetheridenc.org
The Best Workplaces for Commuters Program (BWC) recognizes employers who encourage employees to use alternative transportation by providing commuter benefits. Benefits of BWC Program: National Public Recognition Showcase Corporate Leadership Increase Productivity Boost Company Moral Cut Taxes Reduce Environmental Impact
Kick Off with 5K Run/Walk Promote, Promote, Promote Website, Events, Media Outreach Offer Prizes for Pledging Prizes purchased by soliciting sponsors Get Partners Involved Other Transit Agencies Schools & Businesses This 3 month pledge drive will heighten awareness regarding air quality while challenging people to try an alternate commute option at least one time instead of driving alone.
Regional Transportation Planning Air Quality Conformity Travel Demand Modeling and GIS Conduct Regional Transit and Transportation Studies Coordination of regional transportation and transit issues Support training related to transportation, transit and health communities Route and Service Planning Cost of Housing and Transportation Public Engagement
Piedmont Triad Regional Model Distribution of Growth and Development Highway and Transit Networks Trip Generation Trip Distribution Mode Choice Long Range Transportation Plans Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Conformity Highway Assignment Transit Assignment Passenger Rail Ridership
Planning Initiatives Alternatives Analysis 35 mile passenger rail/brt corridor From Hanes Mall in Winston-Salem to A&T University in Greensboro Piedmont Triad Seamless Mobility Study Demand Response Scheduling Regional Trip Planner GPS Next Bus Technology Automatic Passenger Counters Regional Call Center Regional Transit Development Plan 10 counties including regional express, community circulators, new urban fixed route service and regional connectivity Regional Transit Map First of its kind in the region Included routes and schedule for all three urban systems Very popular Out of print Piedmont Together A 12 county planning effort to link Jobs, Housing and Transportation
Seamless Mobility Study Actions Taken Explored joint procurement of tires and drug test Joint Demand Response Exercise Held Regional Fare Card Regional Marketing Meetings Regional Call Center Space Developed Technology funded secured Commitments from PART, WSTA and Hitran. Staffing plan underdevelopment 6 to 8 before implementation
Regional Transit Development Plan HB 148 All recommendations could be funded with combination of vehicle registration fee and sales tax Identified 52 million dollars worth of improvements Highlights BRT Route Crosstown routes Transit Emphasis Complete funding of Winston-Salem and Greensboro Street Cars Circulators in Surry County and Lexington - Implemented
Regional Transit Map First of its kind in the region Included routes and schedule for all three urban systems Very popular Out of print
Shuttle Service Area - Deviated
PART and Triangle Transit Connect
What we now know
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