MPO Technical Committee
Regular MeetingFarmington, NM · February 13, 2019
Agenda
MPO TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
AGENDA
February 13, 2019
10:00 a.m.
Commission Chambers
San Juan County’s Administrative Building
100 South Oliver
Aztec, New Mexico
AGENDA
FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEETING
February 13, 2019 10:00 AM
This regular meeting will be held in Commission Chambers at San Juan County’s
Administrative Building, 100 South Oliver, Aztec, New Mexico.
ITEM PAGE
1. Call meeting to order
2. Approve the minutes from the January 9, 2019 Technical Committee Meeting. 15-24
3. Hold the Annual Election of Officers
Action Item
Presented by: Jeff Kiely 1
4. Presentation on the final draft of the 2019 Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan. (The Plan
can be viewed at):
https://www.fmtn.org/DocumentCenter/View/18564/20190123-FMPO-
MASTERPLAN_12319_Posted
Presented by Nancy Lauro, AICP, Russell Planning & Engineering 2
5. Review and consider recommending approval of proposed Policy Committee
(PC) Resolution 2019-2 regarding adoption of the 2019 Bicycle and Pedestrian
Plan:
a. Review proposed Policy Committee Resolution 2019-2 regarding the 219
Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan;
b. Hold a public hearing on proposed Policy Committee Resolution 2019-2 3-6
regarding the 2019 Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan;
c. Consider recommending approval to the Policy Committee of proposed
Policy Committee Resolution 2019-2 regarding adoption of the 2019
Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
Action Item
Presented by: Jeff Kiely
6. TIP Project Updates from Technical Committee members
Presented by: Jeff Kiely 7-8
7. Reports from NMDOT
a. Update from District 5 (David Quintana)
b. Update from the Planning Bureau (Joseph Moriarty)
8. Committee Member Discussion Item(s)
No additional discussion items were presented for inclusion in the Agenda. 9
9. Information Items
a. Update on the MPO Officer search
b. NMDOT’s 2019 Annual Hardship Sale & 2019 Annual Public Entity Sale
c. TIP Amendment #6
d. 2019 TIP Amendment Schedule
Presented by: Jeff Kiely 10-13
10. Business from Chairman, Members, and Staff
11. Public Comment on Any Issues Not on the Agenda
12. Adjournment
The public body may only take action on an item if it is
listed for action on the publicly noticed agenda.
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format is needed.
FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Agenda Item #3
Subject: Annual Election of Officers
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: February 13, 2019
BACKGROUND
As outlined in the MPO Committee Bylaws, the annual Election of Officers
occurs in January of the new year.
Each January, the Technical Committee selects the Chair and Vice-Chair
from their membership who will serve until the next annual election.
The Chair presides over the meetings and is responsible for the other
duties outlined in the Committee Bylaws and Operating Procedures
document.
The Vice-Chair presides over the meetings in the absence of the Chair.
Nick Porell has been serving as the recent Technical Committee Chair;
Jason Thomas has been serving as the current Vice Chair.
Current Technical Committee members eligible for election to a committee
officer position are:
o Steven Saavedra (City of Aztec)
o Jason Thomas (City of Bloomfield)
o Virginia King (City of Farmington)
o Mary Holton (City of Farmington)
o Dan Flack (Town of Kirtland)
o Fran Fillerup (San Juan County)
o Nick Porell (San Juan County)
o Andrew Montoya (Red Apple Transit)
o David Quintana (NMDOT)
At the January 9, 2019 Technical Committee meeting, the election of
officers was tabled until the February 13, 2019 meeting.
ELECTION
Elections are to take place to select a Technical Committee Chair and
Vice-Chair for 2019.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Technical Committee Chair accept nominations
and call for a vote to elect the Chair and Vice-Chair for 2019.
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FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Agenda Item #4
Subject: Report on the FMPO Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan
Date: February 13, 2019
MONTHLY REPORT
Ms. Nancy Dosdall Lauro, AICP and Senior Planner with Russell Planning & Engineering
will make a presentation on the final draft of the 2019 Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan. The
Plan can be viewed at:
https://www.fmtn.org/DocumentCenter/View/18564/20190123-FMPO-
MASTERPLAN_12319_Posted
The Technical Committee will consider recommending adoption to the Policy
Committee of the 2019 Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan at the February meeting.
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FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Agenda Item #5
Subject: FMPO 2019 Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan and
Policy Committee Resolution 2019-2
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: February 13, 2019
BACKGROUND
April 11, 2018 marked the kickoff for the FMPO’s 2019 Bicycle & Pedestrian
Plan.
The Technical Committee was the Steering Committee for the project.
During May and June 2018, the consultant, Russell Planning & Engineering
and the project manager, Nancy Lauro conducted background research with
each of the MPO entities.
Throughout the summer of 2018, public outreach meetings and pop-up
events were held in each of the communities along with Riverfest, July 5
celebration in Bloomfield, and the San Juan County Fair
In July the online survey was opened to encourage and gather public input on
the Plan.
During the fall months, the consultant worked with the entities to finalize
their prioritized improvement lists.
Comments were received throughout the project from the public,
government officials, Technical and Policy Committee members, MPO Staff,
and members of NMDOT. Final comments were requested to be submitted by
January 11, 2019.
A 30-day public comment period was advertised on January 27, 2019 through
February 25, 2019.
ANTICIPATED WORK
Hold a public hearing on proposed Policy Committee (PC) Resolution 2019-2
and the 2019 Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan at the Technical Committee
meeting on February 13, 2019.
Seek adoption of proposed PC Resolution 2019-2 and the 2019 Bicycle and
Pedestrian Plan at the Policy Committee meeting on February 28, 2019.
ATTACHMENTS
The Public Notice advertising proposed PC Resolution 2019-2 and the 2019
Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
Proposed PC Resolution 2019-2.
ACTION ITEM
Staff recommends the Technical Committee consider recommending
adoption of proposed PC Resolution 2019-2 regarding the 2019 Bicycle and
Pedestrian Plan.
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APPLICABLE CITATIONS
State of New Mexico.
o State Law NMSA 67-3-62 requires that provisions for pedestrian, bicycle,
and equestrian traffic shall be considered as part of all NMDOT projects.
o The New Mexico 2040 Plan provides guidance to address the long-term
needs of New Mexico’s transportation system. In particular, the 2040 Plan
prioritizes investments among the state-owned transportation facilities and
identifies Priority Tiers for the various modes included in the statewide
transportation system.
The 2040 Plan places an emphasis on multi-modal transportation as a means
of achieving a range of statewide goals and objectives. Among these stated
objectives, the 2040 Plan considers the need to “provide multimodal access
and connectivity for community prosperity,” including making bicycling safer
and more feasible on state roads.
Farmington Metropolitan Transportation Plan.
As quoted in the FMPO’s draft 2019 Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan now under
consideration:
In listing goals for the next 25 years, the MTP mentions active transportation
as a means for managing traffic congestion, improving accessibility, and
promoting healthy living. Equity was also a focus of the 2040 MTP, and the six
livability principles as developed by the US Department of Transportation
(USDOT), Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) were included as part of its goals and policies. In
four of the six stated principles, the MPO lists bicycle and pedestrian projects
as actionable items that will increase transportation choices and affordable
living throughout its communities.
The 2040 MTP was the first MTP issued by the FMPO that utilized the
Complete Streets approach, going as far as to add an entire chapter
dedicated to the methodology. The MTP also included a prioritized list of
regional bicycle and pedestrian transportation improvement projects that
were organized by expected completion date. The implementation
timeframe of these identified TIP’s ranged from 5 years to over 15 years,
providing the MPO and its member entities with an organized list of active
transportation improvements.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Farmington MPO is advertising proposed Policy Committee Resolution 2019-2
regarding considered adoption of the Farmington MPO’s 2019 Bicycle and Pedestrian
Plan. This public comment period meets all of the applicable requirements of the federal
transportation bill MAP-21, the FAST Act, and the federal transit requirements of Section
5307(c) (1-7).
As required by federal law and the Farmington MPO Public Participation Plan, the
FMPO is holding a 30- day Public Comment Period and then Public Hearings on
proposed Policy Committee Resolution 2019-2 regarding adoption of the 2019 Bicycle
and Pedestrian Plan. The 30-day comment period is from January 27, 2019 through
February 25, 2019. The public may also make comments on the proposed resolution at
the following meeting:
Public Hearing: During the Farmington MPO Technical Committee
meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 in Commission
Chambers at San Juan County’s Administrative Building, 100 South
Oliver, Aztec, New Mexico 87410. Final approval on the proposed
resolution will be sought during the Farmington MPO Policy Committee
meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 28, 2019 in Council
Chambers at Farmington City Hall, 800 Municipal Drive, Farmington,
New Mexico 87401.
Written comments may be sent to the Farmington MPO at:
Fax: (505) 599-1299
Mail: Farmington MPO, 800 Municipal Drive, Farmington, New Mexico, 87401
Email: jkiely@nwnmcog.org
The public may view this proposed Resolution at:
https://www.fmtn.org/DocumentCenter/View/18564/20190122-FMPO-
MASTERPLAN_12319_Posted-Version
For more information, contact Interim FMPO Officer Jeff Kiely at (505) 722-4327.
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FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Agenda Item #6
Subject: Status of TIP Projects
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: February 13, 2019
BACKGROUND
The STIP Protocols, finalized in early 2014, require that each MPO shall develop a
process to monitor the progress and status of each project in the first two years
of the TIP. These monthly reviews help correct inconsistencies in the TIP, STIP,
the MPO’s MTP, Agreement Request Forms (ARFs), etc. and provide for discussion
among the members and NMDOT representatives.
TRACKING INFORMATION (2018-2023 TIP)
Local Agreement Status (ARF) ITS/Sys ENG Certification
ROW Certification Public Involvement Certification
Design Completion 30 – 60 – 90%
Environmental Certification
Utilities Certification
Railroad Certification
Archeology Certification
PROJECTS CURRENTLY ON FMPO TIP
Aztec
F100091 – East Aztec Arterial Phase II
Bloomfield
F100300 – East Blanco Bridge
Farmington
F100099 – Foothills Drive Enhancement Phase II
F100100 – East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase I
F100101 – East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase II
F100132 – 20th Street Phase III
F100221 – Anesi Trail and Pedestrian Bridge
TF00001 – Red Apple Transit
San Juan County
F100021 – East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase III
F100240 – Glade Run Recreation Area Trails
F100270 – Kirtland Schools Walk Path System
F100290 – CR 5500 Bridge Replacement
NMDOT
F100112 – US64 Phase V
F100113 – US64 Phase VI
CURRENT WORK
Top Regional Priority Projects
o East Arterial Route Phase II-
o Pinon Hills Boulevard Bridge Phases I & II
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o Kirtland School Walk Path System
Surface Transportation Program Funds (STP) - funds can be used to repair
structurally deficient bridges.
Integration of all FMPO TIP projects on to new eSTIP website.
Public eSTIP website can be viewed at https://estip.dot.state.nm.us/
INFORMATION ITEM
This is an information item only. Committee members will have an
opportunity to provide feedback regarding TIP project status and details.
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FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Agenda Item #8
Subject: Committee Member Discussion Items
Date: February 13, 2019
DISCUSSION ITEMS
There were no additional discussion items provided by Technical Committee members
for inclusion in the Agenda.
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FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
Agenda Item #9
Subject: Information Items
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: February 13, 2019
INFORMATION ITEMS
a. Update on MPO Officer search.
b. Notifications from NMDOT. Information on NMDOT’s 2019 Annual Hardship Sale
and 2019 Annual Public Entity Sale were emailed to Committee Members on
February 4. Copies of those two opportunities are also included in the Agenda.
c. TIP Amendment #6. No project change forms were submitted for FY2018-2023 TIP
Amendment #6 cycle.
d. 2019 TIP Amendment Schedule. In alignment with NMDOT’s amendment
schedule, a copy of the 2019 FMPO TIP Amendment Schedule has been established
and is attached for information.
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The minutes from the
January 9, 2019
Technical Committee meeting
are on the following pages.
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MINUTES
FARMINGTON METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEETING
January 9, 2019
Technical Members Present: Steven Saavedra, City of Aztec
Virginia King, City of Farmington
Helen Landaverde (Alt), City of Farmington
Andrew Montoya, Red Apple Transit
Nick Porell, San Juan County
Technical Members Absent: Jason Thomas, City of Bloomfield
Mary Holton, City of Farmington
Dan Flack, Town of Kirtland
David Quintana, NMDOT District 5
Fran FIllerup, San Juan County
Staff Present: Jeff Kiely, Interim MPO Officer
June Markle, MPO Administrative Assistant
Staff Absent: None
Others Present: Steve Morse, City of Aztec
Joseph Moriarty, Planning Liaison, NMDOT
Sky Tallman, CMAQ Coordinator, NMDOT
Nancy Lauro, Russell Planning & Engineering
Andrew Arnold, Intern, Russell Planning &
Engineering (phone)
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Nick Porell called the meeting to order at 10:05 a.m.
2. APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM THE DECEMBER 12, 2018 TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
MEETING
Mr. Saavedra moved to approve the minutes from the December 12, 2018 Technical
Committee meeting. Mr. Montoya seconded the motion. The motion to approve the
minutes passed unanimously.
3. ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Subject: Annual Election of Officers
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: January 9, 2019
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BACKGROUND
As outlined in the MPO Committee Bylaws, the annual Election of Officers
occurs in January of the new year.
Each January, the Technical Committee selects the Chair and Vice-Chair
from their membership who will serve until the next annual election.
The Chair presides over the meetings and is responsible for the other
duties outlined in the Committee Bylaws and Operating Procedures
document.
The Vice-Chair presides over the meetings in the absence of the Chair.
Nick Porell has been serving as the recent Technical Committee Chair;
Jason Thomas has been serving as the current Vice Chair.
ELECTION
Elections are to take place to select a Technical Committee Chair and
Vice-Chair for 2019.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Technical Committee accept nominations and
vote to elect the Chair and Vice-Chair for 2019.
DISCUSSION: In an effort to secure a stronger quorum before holding the annual
election of officers, action on this agenda item was tabled until the February 13, 2019
meeting. Ms. King moved to table the election of officers until February; Mr. Saavedra
seconded the motion and the motion was passed unanimously.
4. REPORT ON THE FMPO BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN PLAN UPDATE
Subject: Report on the FMPO Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan
Update
Date: January 9, 2019
MONTHLY REPORT
Ms. Nancy Dosdall Lauro, AICP and Senior Planner with Russell Planning & Engineering
will call-in monthly with a report on the FMPO Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan Update.
At the December 12, 2018 meeting, the Technical Committee decided that January 9,
2019 would be the deadline for providing comments on the FMPO Bicycle & Pedestrian
Plan Update to Russell Planning. This provides Russell Planning & Engineering with
approximately one month to finalize the document prior to considered adoption on
February 28, 2019 by the Policy Committee.
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DISCUSSION: Ms. Lauro gave a PowerPoint presentation on Russell Planning’s work on
the 2018 FMPO Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. Highlights from that presentation follow:
Continuing a Tradition of Active Transportation Planning from 2008 to 2018
o 30 years of effort by the FMPO, its member entities, and dedicated citizens to
create a regional and robust active transportation network;
o the 2018 Plan developed by researching previous planning documents,
conducting interviews, examining existing conditions, performing data analysis,
identifying infrastructure gaps and conflict areas, and organizing public
outreach events;
o The identified and recommended implementations and funding strategies are
the result of a multi-layered approach combining new technologies with
traditional planning techniques to produce a prioritized list of facility
improvements for each FMPO member:
o This update will act as a guiding document to help ensure that member entities
can succeed in implementing the active transportation improvements listed in
this Plan.
Key Goals: Improving safety and connectivity, as well as expansion of areas;
Key Opportunity: Linking residents to natural and recreational areas (Glade Run
Recreational Area, San Juan and Animas Rivers, Lake Farmington, Aztec Ruins,
Tiger Park, Vereda del Rio Trail, and Wilderness Park);
o Use of facilities for commuting to work and health, but do not feel safe;
o Strong advocacy group in the area although vehicle traffic seems to have
overwhelmed the area;
o Feel unsafe current facilities and traffic.
Key Funding Strategies: Transportation is the primary purpose and regional
significance:
o Facility improvements that could achieve both criteria were given priority,
as these were most likely to earn grant funding;
o Use of project evaluation checklist designed to help guide grant
applications by including criteria cited by NMDOT and USDOT.
Document Design and Organization
o Seven chapters;
o Chapters build up to the list of prioritized improvements;
o Final two chapters provide guidance on recommended facilities and funding
strategies.
Explanation of chapters: Planning Process, Opportunities and Constraints,
Prioritized Improvements (including member entity maps and individual listing or
projects), Policy & Facility Recommendations, Funding Strategies.
Several of the Technical Committee members had additional comments that they said
they would send to Ms. Lauro by the end of the week. Ms. Lauro asked each of the
members to please make sure to review the prioritized lists to ensure they are correct
before the Plan is finalized.
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5. NATIONAL PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT MEASURES FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (PM 1)
Subject: National Performance Management Measures
for Highway Safety Improvement Program (PM
1)
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: January 9, 2019
BACKGROUND
23 CFR §490 Subpart B – National Performance Management Measures for
Highway Safety Improvement Program (see attached).
The FHWA requires that MPOs establish targets for five (5) safety
performance measures for all public roads in the MPO planning area within
180 days after the State establishes each target.
The five Performance Measures to be considered are:
o Number of Fatalities;
o Number of Serious Injuries;
o Fatalities per 100 Million vehicle miles travelled (VMT);
o Serious Injuries per 100 Million VMT;
o Number of Non-Motorized Fatalities and Serious Injuries.
The first three targets are common measures and must be identical to the
targets established for the Highway Safety Plan (HSP).
MPOs may: Agree to support State target OR establish specific numeric
targets for a safety performance measure (number or rate).
Reporting is done on an annual basis, leaving the choice to adopt State
standards vs. establish MPO specific targets up to the MPO Policy Committee
each year.
A 15-day public comment period will be held from January 6 to January 20,
2019.
CURRENT ISSUES & RECOMMENDATIONS
This item was presented to the Policy Committee in November for their
information only. It is being brought back to both the Technical and Policy
Committees in January for their considered adoption.
Staff recommends that the state standards be adopted for FFY2019.
FMPO Policy Committee action is due no later than February 27, 2019.
FUTURE WORK
The Technical Committee’s support for the Policy Committee’s upcoming
decision on January 24 to adopt the State’s standards for FFY19 will be
sought during the January 10, 2019 Technical Committee meeting.
The Safety Targets (along with the other Performance Management
standards) will need to be amended into the MTP in the next
amendment/update cycle.
FMPO’s MTP isn’t due for an update until 2020. A resolution each year will
suffice until then.
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ATTACHMENTS
Proposed Policy Committee Resolution 2019-1 with Exhibit A.
ACTION ITEM
Hold a public hearing on proposed Policy Committee Resolution 2019-1
regarding adoption of NMDOT’s FFY2019 PM-1 Performance Measure Targets.
Consider recommending approval to the Policy Committee of proposed Policy
Committee Resolution 2019-1 regarding adoption of the PM 1 Highway Safety
Performance Measure Targets.
APPLICABLE CITATIONS
Requirement for MPOs to establish performance targets for Federal-aid highway
measures and public transportation established by USDOT.
23 USC 134(h)(2)
49 USC 5303(h)(2)
49 USC 5304(d)(2)
Requirements to include discussion in the metropolitan and statewide improvement
program as to how the planned program will achieve State/MPO targets:
23 USC 134(j)(2)(D)
23 USC 135(g)(4)
49 USC 5303(j)(2)(D)
49 USC 5304(g)(4)
DISCUSSION: Mr. Kiely reported that FHWA requires that MPOs to establish annual
targets for five (5) safety performance measures as part of the National Performance
Management Measures the Highway Safety Improvement Program (PM 1). These targets
are for all public roads in the MPO planning area and must be adopted within 180 days
after the State establishes each of their targets. The five measures to be considered
are:
o Number of Fatalities;
o Number of Serious Injuries;
o Fatalities per 100 Million vehicle miles travelled (VMT);
o Serious Injuries per 100 Million VMT;
o Number of Non-Motorized Fatalities and Serious Injuries.
Mr. Kiely stated that during the MPO Quarterly held in December, there was
concurrence by the other MPOs in the state to adopt NMDOT’s targets. MPO Staff also
recommends that the FMPO adopt the NMDOT performance measures for 2018.
Mr. Porell opened the public hearing. There were no comments received. Mr. Porell
closed the public hearing.
Mr. Saavedra moved to recommend approval of Proposed Policy Committee Resolution
2019-1 regarding adoption of the PM 1 Highway Safety Performance Measurers as
presented. Mr. Montoya seconded the motion. The motion was passed unanimously.
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6. STATUS OF TIP PROJECTS
Subject: Status of TIP Projects
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: January 9, 2019
BACKGROUND
The STIP Protocols, finalized in early 2014, require that each MPO shall develop a
process to monitor the progress and status of each project in the first two years
of the TIP. These monthly reviews help correct inconsistencies in the TIP, STIP,
the MPO’s MTP, Agreement Request Forms (ARFs), etc. and provide for discussion
among the members and NMDOT representatives.
TRACKING INFORMATION (2018-2023 TIP)
Local Agreement Status (ARF) ITS/Sys ENG Certification
ROW Certification Public Involvement Certification
Design Completion 30 – 60 – 90%
Environmental Certification
Utilities Certification
Railroad Certification
Archeology Certification
PROJECTS CURRENTLY ON FMPO TIP
Aztec
F100091 – East Aztec Arterial Phase II
Bloomfield
F100300 – East Blanco Bridge
Farmington
F100099 – Foothills Drive Enhancement Phase II
F100100 – East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase I
F100101 – East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase II
F100132 – 20th Street Phase III
F100221 – Anesi Trail and Pedestrian Bridge
TF00001 – Red Apple Transit
San Juan County
F100021 – East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase III
F100240 – Glade Run Recreation Area Trails
F100270 – Kirtland Schools Walk Path System
F100290 – CR 5500 Bridge Replacement
NMDOT
F100112 – US64 Phase V
F100113 – US64 Phase VI
CURRENT WORK
Top Regional Priority Projects
o East Arterial Route Phase II-
o Pinon Hills Boulevard Bridge Phases I & II
o Kirtland School Walk Path System
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Surface Transportation Program Funds (STP) - funds can be used to repair
structurally deficient bridges.
Integration of all FMPO TIP projects on to new eSTIP website.
Public eSTIP website can be viewed at https://estip.dot.state.nm.us/
INFORMATION ITEM
This is an information item only. Committee members will have an
opportunity to provide feedback regarding TIP project status and details.
DISCUSSION: Mr. Kiely asked the Technical Committee members for their TIP project
updates:
FARMINGTON – VIRGINIA KING
Foothills Drive Enhancement-Phase II
This project is in the acquisition phase.
Pinon Hills Boulevard Extension-Phases I and II
No report.
20th Street-Phase III
This project is at 60% design and the design meeting with NMDOT is scheduled for the
week of January 21.
AZTEC – STEVEN SAAVEDRA
East Aztec Arterial-Phase II
All the property for this phase has been acquired and the documents sent to the title
company. The City of Aztec is awaiting a response from NMDOT about the need to
update the right-of-way maps to reflect the new owners.
RED APPLE TRANSIT – ANDREW MONTOYA
No update.
SAN JUAN COUNTY – NICK PORELL
Pinon Hills Boulevard Extension-Phase III
San Juan County is awaiting approval of the right-of-way maps from NMDOT. They are
also pursuing acquisition based on the previous 60% design.
Glade Run Recreational Area
Extensive site tour by the consultant with BLM representatives in December. They
have identified approximately 25 linear miles of trail that will now need archaeology
study work done. Unfortunately, with BLM currently part of the government shutdown,
San Juan County cannot get their concurrence on the linear miles selected.
Kirtland Schools Walk Path
Construction is approximately 75% complete, but the project is currently in a winter
shutdown. Work will recommence in March with approximately three more weeks of
construction needed to complete the project.
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CR 5500 Bridge Replacement
Expecting to schedule the 60% design meeting with NMDOT sometime in February.
There are still two small pieces of land to acquire.
NMDOT
There was no representative from District 5, but Mr. Porell noted that it appears that
drainage and culvert work has begun on US 64 for Phases V and VI of that project.
7. REPORTS FROM NMDOT
Planning Division – Joe Moriarty
Mr. Moriarty introduced Sky Tallman who is the new CMAQ Coordinator for NMDOT and
will be supporting the CMAQ program going forward.
Mr. Moriarty noted that Michael Sandoval is the new Cabinet Secretary for NMDOT.
Mr. Moriarty said that NMDOT’s understanding is that FHWA is still staffed and open for
business. No funding impacts to the MPOs are expected as the FFY2019 funds
identified in each UPWP have been obligated and the MPOs have received their
“notices for proceed” which means funds have been obligated and are available.
The NMDOT bike plan and public involvement plan are complete and will be posted on
NMDOT’s website within the next few days.
The FFY2019 first quarter reimbursement packets are due to Mr. Moriarty by January
25.
The Quality Assurance Review (QAR) is upcoming for the MPO. Mr. Moriarty asked MPO
Staff to review page 82 and 83 of the PPM to plan for this meeting. The site visit will
be scheduled during March-April time frame.
Mr. Porell asked again about the need to “Buy America”. Shannon Glendenning had
sent a response to Mr. Porell stating that NMDOT does not actively pursue exemptions,
but Mr. Porell wondered if “Buy America” is included in the protocol. Mr. Moriarty said
that Ms. Glendenning suggested that the vendor should be certified as “Buy America”.
Mr. Porell thought that it was unlikely that a truck could be purchased that was made
entirely of American steel. Mr. Moriarty said he would see if he could get any
additional information on this question.
District 5 – David Quintana
There was no representative from District 5 in attendance.
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8. COMMITTEE MEMBER DISCUSSION ITEMS
Subject: Committee Member Discussion Items
Date: January 9, 2019
DISCUSSION ITEMS
There were no additional discussion items provided by Technical Committee members
for inclusion in the Agenda.
9. INFORMATION ITEMS
Subject: Information Items
Prepared by: MPO Staff
Date: January 9, 2019
INFORMATION ITEMS
e. Report on FFY2020 PLUS CMAQ Non-Mandatory Program - Next Steps
San Juan County’s Diesel Replacement project was deemed feasible for the
FFY2020 PLUS CMAQ Non-Mandatory Program. The completed application form and
required materials (including Resolution of Sponsorship) as one PDF was submitted
to MPO Staff by the December 3, 2018 deadline.
Staff submitted the completed CMAQ project application to NMDOT by the deadline
of Thursday, December 27, 2018.
f. Update on MPO Officer search and interviews held. The interviewing team
interviewed two candidates on the afternoon of December 12. One candidate,
although highly qualified, is a current PERA retiree who did not want to
discontinue his PERA payments and re-enroll as a PERA regular employee. The
second candidate had less experience, his employment history showed many short-
term positions, and his salary requirement was significantly above the pay range
for the position. The interviewing team met again on December 18 to review and
discuss their thoughts on both candidates. It was decided to re-advertise the MPO
Office and the Planner positions simultaneously.
DISCUSSION: Mr. Kiely reported on the list of 17 CMAQ project applications received
by NMDOT and that will be under review for possible funding.
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The review team for the MPO Officer looked at two candidates in December. One was
a current PERA retiree and did want to go back to work for a public entity. The second
applicant was liked, but he did not appear to be ready for the Officer position. He
expressed a desire to be considered for a Planner position. Mr. Kiely reported that
both the MPO Officer and Planner positions have been re-advertised and qualified
applicants will be interviewed as soon as possible. Mr. Porell added that he thought it
critical for the MPO to get an Officer or Planner on board and not to wait on the
Officer position if a viable candidate for the Planner position applied.
10. BUSINESS FROM THE CHAIRMAN, MEMBERS AND STAFF
Mr. Porell reported that Fran Fillerup was named as the new County Administrative
Officer and Mr. Porell was promoted to the Public Works Director.
There was no additional business from the Chairman, Members and Staff.
11. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ANY ISSUES NOT ON THE AGENDA
There was no comment on any issues not on the agenda.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Saavedra moved to adjourn the meeting. Ms. King seconded the motion. The
motion passed unanimously and Mr. Porell adjourned the meeting at 10:40 a.m.
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Nick Porell, Technical Committee Chair June Markle, Administrative Assistant
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