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YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT Q
Item No. 1
For Meeting of: February 21, 2012
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• ITEM TITLE: Council General Information
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SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
1. City Meeting Schedule for week of February 20 -27, 2012
2. Preliminary Future Activities Calendar as of February 20, 2012
3. 2/20/12 Weekly Issues Report
4. Preliminary Council Agenda
5. 2/13/12 Letter from Jeff Cutter, City Attorney and Chris Waarvick, Public Works
Director regarding TBD funding sources
6. Correspondence from Yakima County Republican Central Committee regarding
Support for Yakima Basin Integrated Water Resource Management Plan
7. City /County Purchasing 4th Quarter 2011 Status Report
8. Adding Economic Value through Freight Mobility Investments," Freight Mobility
Strategic Investment Board 2011 Annual Report
9. Newspaper /Magazine Articles:
* "Game Changers," Governing, February 2012
* "Back on Track," Governing, February 2012
* "The Luxury of Upkeep," Governing, February 2012
* "Waste Not, Want Not," Governing, February 2012
Resolution Ordinance Other
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CITY MEETING SCHEDULE
For February 20 2012 — February 27, 2012
Please note: Meetings are subject to change
Monday, February 20
City Offices Closed — Presidents Day Holiday
Tuesday, February 21
9:00 a.m. City Council Media Briefing — Council Chambers
10:00 a.m. County Commissioners Meeting — Council Chambers
4:30 p.m. Council Executive Session — Council Chambers
6:00 p.m. City Council Meeting — Council Chambers
Wednesday, February 22
3:30 p.m. Yakima Planning Commission — Council Chambers
5:30 p.m. Historic Preservation Commission — Council Chambers
Thursday, February 23
7:30 a.m. Airport Board meeting — Airport Conference Room
9:00 a.m. Hearing Examiner — Council Chambers
3:30 p.m. YAKCORPS Executive Board meeting — CED Conference Room
Monday, February 27
3:00 p.m. Bid Opening — Council Chambers
PRELIMINARY FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA
February 14
NO SCHEDULED BUSINESS MEETING
February 21
5:00 p.m. Executive Session — Council Chambers
6:00 p.m. Business Meeting — Council Chambers
• Recognition of retiring City Employee - Debbie Kloster
• Gang Free Initiative update
• Status of police officer hiring
• Ordinance amending YMC 13.16.070 to allow alcohol use during special
events at Fisher Park Golf Course
• Final contract payment for Gardner Well
• Resolution amending the City's contract with Pharmer Engineering regarding
the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Final contract payment for 16 Avenue & Washington Avenue intersection
improvements
• Resolution authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Sargent
Engineers, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $6,021, for engineering services
required to develop a bridge replacement/rehabilitation report for the 18
Street underpass
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to execute consent to assignment of
contract for paratransit (Dial -a -Ride) services, from Medstar Cabulance, Inc.
to Medstar, LLC
• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services
Agreement with Huibregtse, Louman Associates for the extension of the
City's Industrial Wastewater Collection System in the vicinity of 23 Avenue
and River Road
2/15/2012
12:34 PM
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• Resolution authorizing
a. execution of a Nonexclusive License Agreement with the Hispanic
Chamber of Commerce to host an annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
b. temporary street closures for the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of
Yakima County to host an annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
• Resolution authorizing
a. a Nonexclusive License Agreement with Yakima Valley Sports
Commission's annual Hot Shots 3 -on -3 basketball tournaments
b. temporary street closures for the Yakima Valley Sports Commission
annual Hot Shots 3 -on -3 basketball tournament
• Resolution authorizing a twelve month School Resource Officer Agreement
with the Yakima School District for four (4) school resources officers, to be
retroactively applied beginning July 1, 2011
• Resolution authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute an interlocal
agreement between the City of Yakima and the Town of Harrah for
Wastewater Services conducted by the City's Wastewater Division
• Final contract payment for M. Sevigny Construction
• Set April 12, 2012 as the date for a public hearing before the hearing
examiner regarding right of way vacation petition
• Report related to an amendment to the 2012 Annual Action Plan concerning
the budget reduction of CDBG and HOME program funding
• Final contract payment for retention basin replacement
• Set date of public hearing for amended TBD project list
7.00 p.m. Public Hearings
2/15/2012
12:34 PM
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MEMORANDUM
February 15, 2012
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Jeff Cutter, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: Weekly Issues Report _
• CITY FACILITIES CLOSED: As a reminder, City facilities will be closed on
Monday, February 20 in observance of Presidents Day. Normal business
hours will resume Tuesday morning.
• EXECUTIVE SESSION: The City Council Executive Session will begin at
4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21. There are several items on the agenda
and the extra time is necessary in order to discuss all of them.
• LEGISLATION UPDATE: Representative Ross' bill HB 2432 that would
legalize civil injunctions against gang members is still alive. Although most
legislation was required to be passed out of its house of origin by Tuesday,
HB 2432 survived without a vote because it calls for an allocation from the
general fund. HB 2612 which would have prohibited at -large and district -
based elections failed.
• POLICE CHIEF SELECTION UPDATE: Michael is in Chicago until Thursday
this week. One day next week he will be traveling to Ellensburg to meet with
various community members, staff members, and elected officials who have
worked with police chief applicant Dale Miller.
Office Of Mayor /City Council
Preliminary_Future Activities Calendar_
Please Note: Meetings are subject to change
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Mon. Feb. 20
1200 p m. City Offices Closed for Presidents' Day Holiday
Tue. Feb 21
9:00 a.m Tourism Promotion Area Scheduled Meeting Cawley Convention Center
Meeting Conference Room 1
12:00 p.m. Miscellaneous Issues Scheduled Meeting Cawley TBD
4.30 p m. City Council Executive Scheduled Meeting City Council Council Chambers
Session
6.00 • m Cif Council Meeting Scheduled Meetin. Cit Council Council Chambers
Wed. F eb 2
5 p m. Historic Preservation Scheduled Meeting Bristol Council Chambers
Commission
Thur. Feb 23
7.30a.m. Yakima Air Terminal Board Board Meeting Cawley (alt) Airport Conference Room
Meeting
3 p.m YAKCORPS Executive Board Meeting Cawley CED Conference Room
Board
Mon. Feb 27
?'00 p m. Greenway Board Meeting Board Meeting Ettl Greenway Visitors Center
1200 p.m Capitol Theatre Board Board Meeting Bristol Capitol Theatre
Meetin•
Tue. Feb. 28
12:00 ..m. Miscellaneous Issues Scheduled Meeting Cawley Adkison TBD
Thur. Mar. 1
4 p m. GFI Steering Committee Scheduled Meeting Adkison, Coffey, TBD
Meeting Ettl
6:00 p m. Regional Fire Authority Scheduled Meeting Cawley, Coffey, Station 86
Adkison
Fri. Mar. 2
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Mon. Mar. 5
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0 00 a m Council Media Briefin• Scheduled Meetin. Ettl Council Chambers
Tue. Mar. 6
11 30 a m. Sneak preview of Scheduled Event Open CWSF
renovations at CWSF
12 00 p m. Miscellaneous Issues Scheduled Meeting Cawley, Adkison TBD
5:0.0 p.m. (T) City Council Executive Scheduled Meeting Council Council Chambers
Session
6 00 • m. City Council Meetin• Scheduled Meetin• Co uncil Council Chambers
Thur. Mar. 8
00 p m Harman Center Board Board Meeting Cawley, Adkison Harman Center
Meeting
2:00 p.m. Yakima Regional Clean Air Scheduled Meeting Lover Council Chambers
Meetin.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor Cawley and City Council Members
Michael Morales, Interim City Manager
FROM: Jeff Cutter, City Attorney
Chris Waarvick, Public Works Director
DATE: February 13, 2012
SUBJ: Information concerning the TBD and funding options available, with voter
approval, for funding the street projects associated with a Transportation
Benefit District
On February 7, 2012 the City Council held a Public Hearing on matters pertaining to
establishing a Transportation Benefit District (TBD) for the City of Yakima. At the
conclusion of the Public Hearing, City Council voted to establish the TBD, specifically
providing 1) a district that has the geographic boundaries of the City, 2) that the City
Council will perform as the TBD's governing board, and 3) the Five Year street repair
program listed as Exhibit "A" to the ordinance. Council also voted not to impose a $20
Car Tab fee by Council action alone to fund the District street repair program.
During the February 7 Council meeting the Council deliberated over the street repair
program list (Exhibit "A ") at length. There was a general indication that the List should
be modified to be more reflective of the alternative street repair program that was also
presented to Council during the same meeting. Included on the February 21 Agenda is a
Resolution setting the date of March 20 2012 for a Public Hearing of the TBD Board to
consider the Amended street repair program as a replacement to the program that was
approved by the vote to establish the TBD. By holding the Public Hearing and approving
the alternate list, the description of projects in the TBD will be formally amended.
In accord with the action already taken by the Council with respect to forming the TBD,
City staff would also appreciate the Council's consideration of and direction regarding
any intent the Council may have for the presentation of a ballot measure for a public vote
on a funding option for the TBD projects. If Council wishes to proceed with a ballot
measure in a future public election staff will need some direction, including identification
of a specific revenue option Council would like the voters to consider from among those
described in the Revised Code of Washington provisions specific to formation and
operation of a TBD (RCW 36.73). The preparation and analysis necessary to create the
2013 Street and Traffic Engineering Budget will begin shortly. Whether or not staff
should consider the possibility of additional resources for street preservation and
maintenance will, in part, be determined by the result of a public vote on such a ballot
measure.
The 2012 dates available for presenting a ballot measure to a public vote are as follows:
1) April 17, 2012 is the next available special election date but that date requires that a
resolution and ballot measure be given to the County Auditor by March 2, 2012,
therefore this date does not appear to be likely at this point; 2) there is a primary election
set for August 7, 2012, for which a resolution and ballot measure is due to the County
Auditor by May 11, 2012; and 3) the final election date in 2012 is the general election
date that is set to be held on November 6, 2012, for which a resolution and ballot measure
is due to the County Auditor by August 7, 2012 if the measure is to be considered in the
November election. Practically, the Council will need to choose between the August and
November voting dates if a public vote on a revenue option for funding the TBD is
desired in 2012.
As described in the attached materials regarding TBD formation, TBD street repair
funding options requiring a public vote include 1) the Car Tab fee (up to $100 per vehicle
per year); 2) a one year excess levy on property taxes; 3) road use tolls; and 4) up to a
0.2% sales and use tax. The sales and use tax option would generate approximately $3
million annually at 0.2% or $1.5 million annually at 0.1 %. The property tax vote would
require a 60% majority approval for passage. The other voter - elected revenue options
would require a 50% approval to pass.
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District Legislation in Effect
Through the cooperative efforts of the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) and the Washington State Associations of
Counties (VVSAC), significant legislation went into effect in 2007, which resulted in the most irnport_ant load transportation
tool far cities and counties in sixteen years —Transportation Benefit Districts (FBDs). Newly enacted. 2010 legislation
enhanced theTf3D% authority.
TBDs are independent taxing districts r} at can impose an array of taxes or fees either through a vote of the people or through
district board action.TBDs are flexible-- they allow cities and counties to work independently or cooperatively on addressing
both loth and regional transpormtion challenges,
Frequently Asked Questions additional jurisdictions through interloc.tt agreements,
Background then the governing body roust haaVe at:least five members,
In 1987, the Legislature createdTBDs as an option for local including at least one elected official from each of the
governments to fund transportation improvernents.In 2005, participating jurisdictions, or may bc'the go °rerning hotly of
the Legislature amended the TBD statute to txJ� acrd its uses a metropolitan planning organization if the TED bound:ariEs
and revenue authority. In 2007, the Legislature amended are identical to the boundaries of the metropolitan planning
the TBD statute to authorize the imposition of vehicle fees
organization serving the district_
and tr arnportatron impact fens without a public vote. In What are the boundaries of aTBD?
2010. the Legislature amended the TBD statute. again to The boundaries of a TE3D may be less than the boundaries
clarify project eligibility, the use of impact fees, and sales tax of to jurisdictions participating in the TBD. For example.
expenditures, and make 113D g,ovcrnance more flexible.. a county or city may choose to have the TED boundaries
What k a Transportation Benefit District (TBD)?
identical vrrtla the county or city, or it rangy choose just to
A TED is a quasi- municipal corporation and independent
a portion of the county or city. However. if a TED
taxing district created for the sole purpose of 'requiring, chooses to exercise the tax authority that does not require
constructing, improving. providing, and funding t +ar +s porCatiorr a public vote (e.g. vehicle and impact. fees), the boundaries of
the TBD roust be countywide, citywide, or unincorporated
improvements' within the district.
countywide.
Who may create aTBD?
The legislative authority of a county or City may create a TBD
Why create aTBD if the county or city legislative
by ordinance following the procedures set forth in Chapter authority is the gpvt r :tr'it ; board?
36,73 RCW.The county or city proposing to create aTBD
ATBD b an independent legal Crea[ur`e. /�lih'raugh a'TBQ
may include other counties, cities, port districts, or transit
has many of the powers of a county and city (impose taxes.
districts through irnterlacal agreements. eminent domain powers, can contract and accept gifts,
etc.), - it k a separate taxing districtAdditionally, by being a
Who governs the TBD? separate legal and taxing entity,TBDs have more flexibility,.
The members, of the legislative authority (county or city) For example, more than one type of jurisdiction can be part
proposing to establish aTBD servos as the governing body of aTBD and the boundaries can be less than countywide or
of theTBD.The legislative authority is acting ex officio and citywide.
independently as the TBD a±overninu body, if a TBD includes
Con a TBD be created without imposing fees or proposing What transportation irnproveme.nts can be funded
voter :approved revenue options! by aTBD?
7c..A county or city takes legislative action through the
definition of transportation improvements is broad.Thls
can include maintenance and improvements to city streets,
ordinance process to create ;t TBD.The ordinance must
include a finding that the creation of a TED is in the publics county roads. state highways, investments in high capacity
interest, describe the boundaries of the TED, and specify the
transportation, public transportation, transportation demand
activities or functions to be implemented or funded by the
and other transportation projects identified in
disu act The county or city ordinance creating the TED may a regional transportation planning organization plan or state
also specify and authorize what flies or revenues that the plan'
TED may pursue.TheT1 D °acting in its ovm official capacity, In developing criteria for a transportation improvement, it
has the authority to identify proposed fees or revenue can include one or more of the following: reduced risk of
options. transportation facility failure and improved safety; improved
travel time; improved air quality; increases in daily and peak
AreTBD revenues required to be spent as they are
period trip capacity; improved model connectivity; improved
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collected? freight mobility; cost- effectiveness of the investment; optima l
No.The governing body which creates aTBD must develop
performance of the system through citric: and other criteria.
a plan that specifies the transpormion improvements to as adopted by the governing body
be provided or funded by the Tf3D.As part of this plan. the
TBD:s governing board can indicate if the funds will be used Note: In 2010. cities within King County are .specifically
immediately. or if they will be collected (or a specified period, authorized to provide or contract for supplemental
prior to spending the accumulated funds.Typically, funds that public transportation rmf)rovcrncnt.s to meet the mobility
are collected fora specified period before being expended needs of the city. and may contract for such improvements
are used to hilly fund urge projects when bantling, or serve with private and nonprofit entities and may also form public -
as a match for state or federal funds that may only become private partnerships.
available in a specified time frame.
If a jurisdiction uses the SEPA process to collect
Does aTBD have to meet certain tests? impact fees, would this preclude a TBD from using
There are three threshold test for transportation impact fees?
improvements in a TBD; I) the type of transportation No. Flowever•, the law requires the jurisdiction to provide
improvement contained within the boundaries of the TBD, a credit to commercial or industrial developments that are
2) whether the improvements are identified in any existing subject to SPA, or transportation impact fees authorized
state, regional, county, city or eligible TDB jurisdiction's (port under GMA.This is commonly called a "no double•dipping'
or transit) transportation plan and that the improvements provision.
are 3) necessitated by existing or reasonably foreseeable
congestion levels. The definition of "congestion" does not
have a set standard in law; each TED has the discr'rtion to
tailor ;and make its own determination of congestion levels
when inaplcrnenting its TBD ordinance.
continued
What revenue options doTBD's have? after enactment of the 2007 legislation-Today.a county that
TOD's have several revenue options subject to voter creates a countywideTBD (incorporated and unincorporated
approval: areas) and proposes to impose up to a $20 non - voted
• Property taxes — a I -year excess levy or an excess levy
vehicle fee should first, attempt to impose a countywide
for capital purpose;:
fee to be shared with cities by interlocal agreement. Sixty
percent (GOB) of the cities representing seventy -five (75%)
• Up to 0.2% sales and use car,
of the incorporated population must approve the interlocal
• Up t.o $100 annual vehicle fee per vehicle registered in agreement for it to be effectivc.The Legislative expectation is
the district; and that if an interlocal agreement cannot be reached betsvccn
• Vehicle tolls. county and city or cities, the county is authorized to create a
Please Note :There are exemptions or Unique requirements
nts TBD and impose the fee only in the unincorporated area of
when using the vehicle fee or vehicle tolls. the county.
Credits must be provicJed for previously imposed TBD
TBD's have two revenue options that do not
vehicle fees. Credits are not required for voter approved
require voter approval, but are.subject to vehicle fees.
additional. conditions:
I. Annual vehicle (cc up to $20.This fee is collected at Commercial and Industrial Transportation
the time of vehicle renewal and cannot be used to fund Impact Fees:
passenger -only ferry service improvements, ATBD that is either countywide or citywide must provide a
2. Transportation impact Fees on commercial and industrial credit fora commercial or industrial transportation impact
buildings. Residential buildings are excluded. In addition, a fee if the respective county or city has already imposed a
county or city Burst provide a credit for a commercial or transportation impact fee.This k commonly called a "no
industrial transportation impact if the respective county double-dipping provision.
or city has already imposed a transportation impact fee. If we create a countywide TBD for die up to 520
Please Note: Foregoing a vote is an option only. A county vehicle fee, how is the revenue distributed to
or city still h.a.s the option of placing either the annual fee of cities?
up to $20 or the impact fees to the vote of the people as an The revenue H be shared according to the interlocal
advisory vote or an actual requirement of imposition. agreement.Thc law dots not prescribe what the interlocal
agreement contains. Consequently, the revenue can be shared
What are the additional conditions required to
by population, number of vehicles within each jurisdiction,
impose revenue options not subject to voter
project list, a combination of these, or whatever the county
approval? and cities can reach agreement on.
To irnpost3 either fee, theTE3D's boundaries must
be countywide or citywide, or if applicable, in the What happens if a city imposes the up to 520
unincorporated county, vehicle fee and then the county imposes a
countywide fee without voter approval?
Vehicle Fees: The la•., requires TBDs to provide a credit for vehicle fees
When the Legislature revised the TBD authority in 2007 to imposed r cf b 3 TBD, previously i's' y
enable councilrnanic vehicle fens, it was intended to ensure
a county -wide or regional approach for first consideration
of this new option.That is why counties had the exclusive
authority of the $20 vehicle fee for the first fix months.
cerrttrrrrt:d
For example, if a city was the First to create aTE3D and What other requirements should 1 be aware of?
impose a $20 vehicle fee and subsequently its county Revenue rates, once imposed, may not be increased, unless
creates a countywide TBD imposing a $20 vehicle fee, the authorized by voter approval.
county TBD must provide a $20 credit against its fee for
vehicles registered within the ciry.As a result, no fee would If project cast: exceed original costs by more than 20
be collected by the countyTL'D from vehicles registered percent, a public hearing must be held to solicit public
comment regarding how the cost change should be resolved,
within the city.Additionally, the city would not be part. of the
interlocal agreement with the county or be. included in the This is typically called a material change policy,
number /percentages needed for the interlocal agreement to The TBD must issue an annual report to include the status
be effective. of project costs, revenues, expenditures, and construction
f-lov: ever, if in the same example, the city TBD imposed only schedules.
$10 of the $20 vehicle fee and the countyTE3D imposed The TBD must be dissolved upon completion of the
a countywide $20 vehicle fce, only a $I0 credit would .be project(,) and the payment of debt service.
provided for vehicles registered within the city.The county
TED would collect $10 from vehicles registered in the city, Who has imposed TBD?
Consequently, the county TBD would need to include the The cities of Labe forest Park, E cjmonds. Des Moines,
city in the interlocal agreement discussions and the city is Olympia, Prosser, and Shoreline unposed. the $20 vehicle
included in the number/percentages needed for the interlocal fce. Etid, efiald ar�d Sequin) passed the 2� 10°t ;ties tax.
agreement to be effective. Point Roberts and Liberty Like formed TBD•s prior to the
legislative changes in 2005.
If a county or city k considering the 52D vehicle
fee, how does a county or city estimate revenues?
Currently. no TBD has been in effect. for an entire year and
therefore revenue estimates and histories are incomplete.
Checklist
What TBDs around the state have learned to date: vehicles
Fora checklist that highlights many of the important
per household calculations vary significantly around the
considerations. when creating a Transportation Benefit
state. Statistical data s hows that there tends to be about
one vehicle per person in rural areas and 0.0 vehicles per District (TBD). please sec wvrvr.awrcnet.orgltbd.
person in urban areas. Another factor to strongly consider Eligibility requirements vary. For additional questions on
seasonaiicy; vehicles sales are not evenly distributed Transportation District.:, please contact AV\'C staff
throughout the year and this will affect monthly receipts. Ashley Probart at ashleyp(awcnet.org
Finally, a city er county must understand and recognize that Sheri Sawyer at sheris(EDawcriecorg.
other factors such as people failing, to register their vehicles,
and dati accuracy can affect actual revenues when compared
to forecasted revenues.
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Support for Yakima Basin
Integrated Water Resource Management Plan
WHEREAS the Integrated Plan includes seven elements collectively essential for realizing the plan goals.
1) fish passage, 2) structural and operation changes, 3) surface water storage, 4) groundwater storage,
5) habitat protection and enhancement, 6) enhanced water conservation, and 7) market -based
reallocation;
WHEREAS the Yakima River Basin is affected by a variety of water resource constraints that adversely
impact ecosystem functions for endangered fish and other aquatic species, and water supply for
agriculture, municipal and domestic uses;
WHEREAS demand for irrigation water cannot always be met in years with below- average runoff,
leading to reduced (pro - rationed) irrigation water for junior water -right holders that in turn reduces
farm and related income, and put the basin's perennial crops at extreme risk;
WHEREAS five drought years have occurred in the Yakima Basin since the early 1990s that have severely
impacted the basin economy and ecosystem functions, and the potential for future climate change
would likely increase the frequency and severity of future droughts;
WHEREAS surface water rights are fully appropriated in the basin, and groundwater pumping for
irrigation, domestic and municipal uses can reduce surface water flows in many locations, and hydraulic
continuity between groundwater and surface water in the basin creates uncertainty over the status of
groundwater rights, with most of these right junior to surface water rights,
WHEREAS the goals of the Integrated Plan are to improve the reliability of water supply for irrigation,
municipal supply and domestic uses; and to protect, mitigate and enhance fish and wildlife habitat;
provide increased operational flexibility to manage instrearn flows to meet ecological objectives;
WHEREAS dams, changes in water temperatures, other obstructions and inadequate stream flow block
fish passage to Yakima tributaries and spawning grounds;
WHEREAS floodplain modifications and riparian habitat degradation prevent proper floodplain
functions;
WHEREAS flow modifications and river operations have affected flows for smolt outmigration, rearing
habitat for juvenile salmonids, and other key habitat functions;
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WHEREAS the Integrated Plan also includes an adaptive management framework to address potential
future changes in water needs or hydrology, including potential climate change effects;
WHEREAS in March 2011 after 21 months of planning, the Yakima River Basin Water Enhancement
Project (YRBWEP) Workgroup, comprised of representatives of the Yakama Nation, federal agencies,
Washington State and local governments, an environmental organization, a local business group and
irrigation districts unanimously approved the Integrated Plan elements and actions;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that we, the Washington State Republican Central Committee, endorse the
Yakima River Basin Integrated Water Resource Management Plan;
THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we call on our elected state and federal officials and
government agency leaders to fully support authorization and appropriations necessary to implement
the Integrated Plan, including associated environmental reviews, technical analyses, refinements to
specific actions, project designs and program development /implementation, and project permitting and
construction.
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Max Golladay, Chairman
Yakima County Republican Central/ ommittee
PO Box 1583
Yakima Washington 98907
City /County Purchasing
4th Quarter 2011 Status Report
CITY JOINT COUNTY
Surplus property disposal (includes 469 units /lots 808 units /lots
auctioned /donated /recycled /disposed) $161,821.00 $164,189.00
Bid processes averted YTD by
Interlocal Procurements (State /Gov
Contracts & Sole Source) 50 22
Bid openings conducted this QTR 8 2 0
Bids completed this QTR 6 0 0
RFP's completed this QTR 1 1 2
Formal sealed bids /rfps completed
YTD 26 4 13
Total bids /rfps requested YTD 31 7 16
Written quotes completed this QTR 5 0 1
Written Quotes completed YTD 11 1 5
Total written quotes requested YTD 12 1 5
Informal quotes processed YTD 74 25
Purchase orders processed YTD 470 33
Value of PO's processed YTD $14,283,558.00 $3,339,712.00
Number of ONGOING bids /quotes
administered 74 11 57
City Value
$3,107,538.00
Value of ONGOING bids /quotes County Value
adminstered $5,937,804.00 $2,115,722.00 $11,640,411.00
TOTAL value of bids /quotes /PO's/
auction items administered $23,490,721.00 $15,144,312.00
GRAND TOTAL both entities $ 38,635,033.00
2/14/2012
ON GOING PURCHASING PROJECT LIST
Priority A (High), B (Medium), C (Low)
Tracking Received % Approximate
Date Assigned? Number Description From Priority Completed Due Date
Draft and Implement Surplus Policy for County.
03/22/10 Maria New Policy Working on review of RCW's. Will send to Craig Warner A 90% 05/15/10
Stefanie for review.
Update City /County Implementation Plan as
06/27/11 Sue Procedure prepared by FCS Group. Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
Standardize templates for City and County
01 /01 /11 Sue none Bid/Quote /RFP's Both A 35% 08/01/11
County Intranet - Update and provide
10 /10 /10 Sue none documents to be posted., e.g. Interlocal lists and County A 35% 08/01/11
contracts available for use
Susan took and passed her Certified
01/15/12 Susan Professional Public Buyer test, Earning CPPB City /County A 100% 02/01/12
Certification!!
11204P
Downtown Working on RFP for Downtown Hanging Chris
11/30/11 Colleen Hanging A 50% 03/01/12
Flowers and Flowers and Planters. Opening 1/30. 2/2 Waarvick
Planters
Office Supplies - TCPN contract is not being
renewed and will expire 2/29/12. Office Max All County
01/18/12 Maria C11011 has asked that we consider a change over to the Departments A 50% 03/01/12
PSA contract. Under Review
Mike
01/23/12 Maria RFQ 11207 -P Gang Free Initiative Coordinator Part 2 - 1st Merryman - A 50% 03/02/12
Draft to Dept 1/23/12. Due 2/27/12. YPD &
Council
02/09/12 Sue none Review DBE Program and Goal update to City A 0% 03/06/12
include Small Business Concerns
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
, ,
01/15/12 Sue none Review General Terms and Conditions Stefanie County A 20% 03/16/12
sent over for Grant contracts
02/01/12 Sue RFP Juvenile Food Services Juvenile A 20% 04/01/12
01/15/12 Sue C2002P Inmate Telephone Service -DOC County A 40% _ 04/16/12
07/11/11 Sue County TRAINING of all Departments for new Craig Warner A 5% 05/01/12
Delegation of Authority. Email sent 2/9/12
11203P Rebid 10706 Safety Ambassador,
12/19/11 Colleen RFP Cleaning & Landscaping Maint. - going to CDY A 15% 08/22/12
Council 2/7
06/15/10 Sue Computer City Cayenta - moving forward. All A 35% 07/01/13
System Implementation July 2013. On Agenda 3/6/12
08/01/10 Susan 11025 MRO Bid Various B 40% 09/30/10
11 /01 /10 All Open House /Training Session - 4- 2 year All County B 0% 12/31/10
w /County
Citywide Purch Procedure Training Sessions -
(Include Chris Oneal -YPD, Shelley Willson -
11/01/10 Maria Training WW Collections, Ryan Anderson and Dean All City B 10% 12/31/10
/Susan Smith - WWTP, Angelica Saldivar - ONDS,
Jennifer Zeutenhorst - IS) - Maria scheduled to
meet with Jennifer Zeutenhorst on 8/16/11.
03/10/10 Maria/ New HVAC Maintenance - City Various B 20% 02/01/11
Colleen
On Call Carpet /Window Cleaning to BOCC foi
approval on 6 -7 -1 1. Vendors are finalizing
03/22/10 Colleen 11024 filing the Intents with LNI. Carbonated Carpet Various B 100% 02/01/11
Solutions had been filing their intent incorrectly
. Mould be resolved first of November.
On -Call Glass /Door /Window Repair - Opening
03/22/10 Colleen 11023 12 -5 -11 - no responses - calling vendors to ask Various B 75% 02/01/11
why.
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Checklist for Federal Rolling Stock Piggyback
06/15/10 Sue Procedure Purchases -will be done when next Transit bid Transit B 25% 03/01/11
rolls out.
Do we want to put tabs online and not mail out?
01/27/11 Sue Protest procedure needs to be reviewed re: 5 City /County B 0% 03/01/11
days
UPS Shipping Services - ORPIN /WSCA - Stab
of UT is lead agency - Working on obtaining
03/24/11 Colleen every departments account numbers to ensure Joint B 90% 04/10/11
they are receiving contract pricing vvithouth
changing any other information.
Install 31 Street Light Poles /Lights - Draft to
Joe 5/11 - Due 06/20/11 - To Div for ROA
6/22/11 - To CM for award and Contract Joe
05/04/11 Maria Bid 11118-S signature 6/27. Waiting for Dept. to figure out Rosenlund- B 98% 05/31/11
funding source. Contract signed, PO Issued.
Streets
Intent Filed. Will need Affidavit.
DOC Procurement Focus - Reports requested
from County Finance to target work needed and
identifying piggybacks - Cayenta has ticket to
02/01/10 Sue work on (REPORTS) as of 10 /10* *Have
scheduled 2 meetings that were cancelled due to Karen Kelley B 5% 06/01/11
sickness. 9/12/11 - New roll out of Cayenta
update due in November may enable us to pull
our own reports! Waiting for Cayenta update.
02/28/11 Susan Surplus AED's Recycle /Disposal City /County B 10% 06/30/11
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Misting System at Transit Transfer Center -
Quote from Central Mechanical $8.482 plus tax.
8/1/11 Richard W. has 3 quotes /he's reviewing
them. 8/12/11 quote awarded to Ever - Green,
waiting for req. from Ken M.8/31/11 Tom
Mclean will process req. in Ken's absence.
Christina Informal 9/1/11 PO# 11 -07121 assigned -sent to Forrest & Ken Mehin - 80% 06/28/11 (Maria) Quote Tom. 10 /10 /11 sent Ken M email asking if he Transit B 80% 07/15/11
was going to install misters this year. 10/13/11
intent # 481169 posted for job. 11/17/11 talked
to Sandra, job complete, will get w/ Forrest &
file affidavit & send invoice. 1/9/12 waiting for
$222.52 overpayment from Forrest. 1/24/12
talked to Forrest, will send ck this week.
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Make master cross - reference document for all Purchasing B 5% 07/15/11
laws applicable to City and County
03/01/10 Susan RFP Auction Services (Heaverlo Auctions) Purchasing B 5% 08/15/11
(Maria) City /County
Fedex Corporation - Small Package Delivery -
WSCA/GA Admin Contract - Met contact,
03/24/11 Colleen Chuck Wagner at DES Trade Show and am Joint B 90% 08/27/11
gathering account numbers to email to him so h
can ensure we are obtaining contract pricing.
, A ,
Wendy
Holbrook/Bre
Contract Elevator Maintenance Contract with State of nda Peppers -
08/08/11 Maria Admin WA - Price Increase. Sent follow -up e-mail to County and B 15% 08/31/11
Kone 10/14/11 & 11/08/11.
Various City
` Departments
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Renewal - Inmate Telephone Service with FSH
RFP late Fall Communications 1/19/11 Spoke w/ Sandra Bess
09/09/10 Sue or Early next DOC. said director wants to put RFP out late DOC B 0% 10 /01 /11
year C10615 Fall or early next yr. Will Contact Sue or Maria
when ready. Praeses Hired - 1st mtg 10/28
Security Gate with Automated Lenel On -Guard
System. Quote received from ASG - over quote
limit (ASG no longer holds State Contract).
Possible that ASG can be added by Lenel to
Maria/ Informal GSA Schedule 84 contract. Awaiting follow -up Steve Brown -
10/17/11 Christina Quote by Lenel. Lenel is adding ASG to GSA contract WWTP B 50% 10/31/11
- pending confirmation. Will require new quote
per GSA contract. Estimate $12,385.31 plus
tax. Possible piggyback City of Salem. Need
ILA. 2/7/12 sent ILA to Shawna/City of Salem
for approval & signatures.
10/3/2011 Susan Surplus 7 Under Cover Units - to Mike for review CCNU - Mike B 10% 11/24/2011
Costello
10/3/2011 Susan Surplus 2010 F -150 - to Mike for review CCNU - Mike B 20% 11/24/2011
Costello
Install lighting in Parking Lot (Lighting fixtures
9/8/2011 Maria SWR Bid purchased on Bid 11126) PO Issued 9/22/11. Steve Brown - B 98% 11/30/2011
Intent filed. Need Affidavit w /L &I.
WWTP
11135 -S Fencing at WWTP. 3 SWR Bids received. Low
10/25/11 Maria SWR Bid bid $27,856.04 - American Gates & Fencing. Steve Brown - B 95% 11/30/11
11 -08724 Ordered, Intent filed, needs Affidavit. WWTP
11/07/11 Maria 21112-S 3 SWR Quotes - Reconnect Side Service to Max Linden - B 98% 11/30/11
Residence. Intent filed. Needs Affidavit WWTP
11/15/11 Susan Surplus Computers, monitors etc. Nicole Delp B 50% 11/30/11
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Research Fuel Purchases - Contracted or not - Forrest
11/03/11 Colleen County Determining what Voyager Fleet Systems is or Smith/Karen B 25% 12/01/11
what contract they have. D'Hondt
11/28/11 Colleen Interlocal Interlocal with Douglas County of WA and Dell Mires B 100% 12/13/11
Yakima County
03/22/10 Susan Bid 11123 Bus Shelter Re -bid - to kevin for review Transit B 80% 12/15/11
10/30/11 Susan Surplus Camaras, recorders, and small office items Fire - Rita B 50% 12/15/11
Mantly
11/08/11 Susan Surplus Equipment - Brush Hog, Rock Picker, Manure Wastewater - B 50% 12/15/11
Spreader Steve Brown
11/08/11 Susan Surplus Weight Benches - Waiting on Pick up from Wellness - B 50% 12/15/11
YPAL Sean Davido
Emergency replacement of A/C unit that cools
12/01/11 Maria 11 -09299 computer room at City Hall. Metal Benders Randy Pitney B 98% 12/30/11
E -PO 1111 -E $16,655.23. Contract Done. PO Done. Intent CH Maint
filed. Needs Affidavit.
12/01/11 Susan 21113 Station 94 Painting Apparatus Bay Fire - Tom B 95% 12/30/11
Schneider
Yakima
10 /10 /11 Sue Re -Bid 19601 Catering Services (check date) Convention B 01/07/12
Center
Susan, Training Attended MRSC /APWA workshop: Top 10 100% 11 /01 /11 Colleen & Accomplishe Contracting issues in Yakima City /County B 100% 01/11/12
Christina d
Training Attended Mandatory drug & alcohol awareness
01/12/12 Susan Accomplishe City B 100% 01/12/12
d training
Sue & Training Attended National Institute of Governmental
01/01/12 Maria Accomplishe Purchasing Wa. Chapter annual Strategic City /County B 50% 01/15/12
d Plannins Session at Port of Tacoma
2/14/2012
Update City /County Implementation Plan as
06/27/11 Sue Procedure prepared by FCS Group. Purchasing A 0%
07/15/11
Max
Insulate collections site garage roof -Site visit Linden/Shelle
12/05/11 Christina Bid 11201 -S scheduled for 1/27/12 2/7/12, bid due 2 /7/12 y Willson - B 50% 01/31/12
2/14/12. WW
Collections
Solid Waste -
11/28/11 Susan Bid Co. Metal Recycle Wendy B 10% 02/01/12
Mifflin
Motor Patrol Graders (AWD) - Received review
County
01/04/12 Colleen New from Dave Veley - working on final bid specs to ER &R B 20% 02/01/12
send out week of 1/29.
Rebid C10713 Janitorial Services extended
12/19/11 Colleen C21202 current contract with ABM until new contract is ALTC Nob B 50% 02/07/12
awarded. Sent out bid specs - opens 2/23 @ Hill
11:00 am
Surplus 15 Laptop Computers to the City of County -
01/11/12 Susan Surplus Dave B 95% 02/07/12
Wapato
Thompson
01/09/12 Maria Bid 11205 Used bucket truck - Bid Due 1/30/12 - To Dept Richard B 85% 02/10/12
for ROA 1/31/12 Wonner - ER _
C10810 Electrical Repair Service - Sent renewa_ ER &R °
12/19/11 Renewal Co. B 75% 02/18/12
to Rucker Electric for signature 1/17/12
Warehouse
Annual spend 20701 Fire Extinguisher Servicing. Spoke with
12/19/11 Maria now under Cascade Fire - Al. He will review and update Fire/Various B 5% 02/20/12
quote limit.
pricing. Agreed to continue same level of
service.
Asphalt & Materials. Possible cancellation and
10807 Early re -bid prior to 2012 season due to large pricing 0% 10/19/11 Maria Streets /Water B 0% 02/28/12
Re -bid? increase in 2011. E- mailed Wayne Deason
2/2/12.
2/14/2012
Update City/County Implementation Plan as
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
C10811 Vehicle Washes -
CThssto i=:,:cco :',0! LSpa `:10t ]:CD,CVv`i7',Ig,
12/19/11 Christina Renewal waiiirio to it,fH li Wait..ers needs ER&R B 50% 02/28/12
coritla.4, inoc o hcar
on Fl)a). procif...ed W ith
MO riLLC a ii.O.F1
01/18/12 Susan Bid C11204 Rifle Plates and Carriers County B 10% 03/01/12
Dry Cleaning Services - :,:onc0,1! w_k ':'7. :tp_.
01/12/12 Colleen Bid 11206 City/County B 50% 03/15/12
Collection Services for Public Services and
01/15/12 Sue C11207P County B 20% 03/16/12
District Cour Probation
C10901 Lube & Oil / Quick Lube & Auto
12/19/11 Christina Renewal Repair-2/1()/ 2 scc.i Oa - vc em ER&R-Dave askinL if he B 25% 03/16/12
Veley
v. :.0 ccnevy
01/15/12 Sue C11206P Asset Forfeiture Services-Sheriff Sheriff B 50% 03/16/12
Fill out paperwork for Courthouse security
01/15/12 Sue none County B 50% 03/16/12
access
C10813 Electrical Repair Service-; /6/ 2 OK
ER&R _
per 'V 2/ V ),, [o b
12/19/11 Christina Renewal Sunnyside B 75% 03/24/12
S! klicel i a ;. To rt z 7 ,2/i
Shops
Rebid 10702 Silk Screening. Sent spe-os to
12/19/11 Maria RFP Parks & Rec B 5% 03/28/12
5c..--F,..anialeal fof ui -1 /9/17
. ,
Human Services - RFQP Homeless Community
Relations and Special Events Professional
12/21/11 Sue C12101-P County B 50% 04/01/12
Consultant. Analysis Committee meeting
2/14/12
Invitation by MRSC to conduct Webinar on
01/01/12 Sue none Both B 5% 04/01/12
Intergovernmental Purchasing
02/01/12 Sue none GovPro Magazine Interview RE: Merge Both A 95% 04/01/12
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
02/01/12 Sue none Make NIGP picture disc for WSDOT Rick Both B 0% 04/01/12
Naten
02/01/12 Sue none Complete Wa State Surplus Authorized listing Both B 35% 04/01/12
02/09/12 Sue none
Suggest st Redesign of County Agenda Request County B 04/01/12
02/01/12 Sue none Pull Dun & Bradstreet Reports Both B 5% 04/01/12
Training
01/01/12 Colleen & Accomplishe Attended GA Trade Show in Tacoma, earning City /County B 50% 04/15/12
Christina d 6.5 CED Units toward certification
PNPPA Fall Workshop -earned 8.75 CED units
Sue & Training each toward re- certification. Workshop included 50% 01/01/12 Maria dAccomplishe GSA State & Local Government Programs and City /County B 50% 04/15/12
Federal Grant Requirements
Quarterly Status Report to City Manager for 1st Michael °
01/01/12 Maria Reporting Quarter 2012 Morales - B 100% 04/16/12
C.M.
12/19/11 Rebid C10716 Automotive Repair ER &R B 04/30/12
01 /01 /11 Sue none Obtain meaningful reports for spend analysis City /County B 20% 05/01/12
Conduct analysis on County Cell Phone various °
02/09/12 Sue County B 10 /0 05/01/12
contracts - consolidate
12/19/11 Rebid 10705 Magnesium Hydroxide Wastewater B 05/02/12
12/19/11 Re -quote 20712 Sodium Hypochlorite WWTP B 05/22/12
12/19/11 Rebid 10713 Collection Services Transit B 06/12/12
12/19/11 Re -quote 20713 Bus Shelter Installation Transit B 06/20/12
Shelley
02/01/12 Maria New Bid Catch basin covers, manholes, lids and rings Wi - B 10% 06/29/12
Collections
12/19/11 Rebid C10707 Oil & Lube ER &R B 07/30/12
SS
12/19/11 Renewal C10907 Janitorial Services (Sunnyside) B 08/10/12
Shop
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Facilites
12/19/11 Rebid C10708 Fire System & EQ Testing & Repairs B 08/13/12
Maintenance
01/04/12 Renewal C10913 Video Visiting System DOC B 08/26/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10904 Pest control Facilities B 09/30/12
12/19/11 ' Renewal C10906 Janitorial Services ALTC B 09/30/12
Ellensburg
12/19/11 Rebid 10715 Single Jet Water Meter Water & B 10/02/12
Irrigation
12/19/11 Rebid 10709 Water Meters Water / B 10/04/12
Irrigation
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12/19/11 Renewal C10903 Herbicide County Roads B 10/05/12
12/19/11 Re- quote? 21008 -S Install of Water Fill Station Water B 10/08/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10911 Generators County B 10/12/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10902 Towing Contract _Sheriff B 10/19/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10908 Overhead Door ER &R B 10/26/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10802 Lube & Oil / Elliot Tire & Service ER &R B 11/17/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10804 Janitorial Services ALTC B 11/24/12
Kennewick
10 /10 /10 Sue —RFp Do Collections Services Contract for Carmen at County B 10% 12/01/12
Public Services
12/19/11 Rebid 10913 Fixed Mobile Convergence System w/ County B 12/31/12
_ Divitas
04/20/11 Maria Re -Bid in 10904 Leak Detection Survey Water B 0% 01/31/13
January 2013
Soft drink contract for new concession stand at Ken
12/13/11 Maria RFP Kiwanis Park - Mtg scheduled for 1/17/12. 2nd Wilkinson - B 5% 02/01/13
Mtg s P &R
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Tree Replacement Phase I - Due July 1. Sent to
SWR Quote - Dept. for ROA on 7/5/11. - Mailed contract to David
06/13/11 Maria Senske for signature 7/18/11. Need CM contract Schneider - B 98% 06/31/11
21107 -5 signature. Need to issue PO. Contract signed, WWTP
PO issued,Intent filed, need Affidavit
Monthly Colleen Committee First Point of Contact for Cayenta Purchasing County B 100% Ongoing
Involvement Module
Monthly Colleen Committee Cayenta Upgrade Project Team County B 100% Ongoing
Involvement
^
Monthly Maria Committee Wa State Chapter NIGP Education Committee City /County B 100% Ongoing
Involvement Member
Bi- Maria Committee Elected Pacific Northwest Public Purchasing City /County B 100% Ongoing
Annually Involvement Association's Secretary
Monthly Sue Committee Wa State Chapter NIGP Public Relations and City /County B 100% Ongoing
Involvement Marketing Chair
Monthly Sue Committee Division Manager Meetings City B 100% Ongoing
Involvement
Monthly Susan Committee Insurance Board City B 100% Ongoing
Involvement
C10402 Utility Service Software Contract w Public
Spring Brook Software- 1/12/12 sent Joe email Services Joe
01/12/12 Christina re: status of agreement. 2/13/12 left message for Stump B 25%
Carmen
Carmen & Sue W regarding contract. Hayder
01/01/11 Sue none ' RFQ for Hearing Examiner for Transit. Still City - Kevin C 35% 06/01/11
waiting as of 9/12/11 Futrell
06/27/11 Sue Training Review and learn Weblink Purchasing C 5% 07/15/11
06/29/11 Susan Surplus ER Vehicles - 9 buses, 1 truck, 1 van Earl Simpson C 10% 07/30/11
Research Facilities Contracts that Brenda wants
02/01/11 Sue none to administer herself. Are they or aren't they County C 35% 08/01/11
part of Public Services?
2/14/2012
O6i27,'l l Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as A �� �� Purchasin�� 0% 07 /I5/1 l
prepared by FCS Group.
9/14/201 I Susan Surplus ER - 2 -Dodge Trucks Earl Simpson C 20% 11/24/2011
Patricia
Susan Surplus Legal Printer, Type Writer & Furniture Martinez C 20% 11/24/2011
Adding Economic Value through Freight Mobility Investments
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Chair President, Hogland Transfer Company, Inc.
Citizen representative Trucking representative
Clifford Benson Larry Paulson
Retired, Westwood Shipping Lines Executive Director, Port of Vancouver
Steamship representative Port districts representative
John Creighton Brian Ziegler
Commissioner, Port of Seattle Director of Public Works and Utilities, Pierce County
Port districts representative County representative
Dave Edler Paul Ingiosi
Council member, City of Yakima Transportation Budget Analyst
City representative Governors representative
Terry Finn Ex- Officio
Director of Government Affairs, BNSF Railway Brock Nelson
Railroad representative Director of Public Affairs for Oregon and
Washington
Rebecca Francik Union Pacific Corporation
Council member, City of Pasco
City representative
Dave Gossett
Council member, Snohomish County Council
County representative
Paula Hammond
Secretary of Transportation
Washington State Department
of Transportation representative
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CC Washington's economic recovery needs unified investment focused
on the strategic freight corridors that deliver jobs and growth -- not to
mention our food, clothes, and shelter. FMSIB has a proven track record
of leading targeted investments shared by multiple funding partners.
The agency's freight expertise is squarely aimed toward reaching the
light at the end of the tunnel. »
— Terry Finn, FMSIB member, Director of Government Affairs, BNSF Railway
4 Introduction: Value Added To Our Economy
Through Freight Investments (continued)
w Since its formation in 1998 FMSIB has completed
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z ! }�> �,►,,i transportation have reduced the FMSIB budget
H to approximately $10 -12 million per biennium
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LE - F Mr arrangements FMSIB is continuing to leverage
u_ ‘ funds for strategic freight investments.
D mid RCW 47.06A.001 said. "Limited funding... require
c (s) strategic, prioritized freight investments that
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>- cost- effectiveness, yield a return on the state's
o To maintain this position we cannot let our freight investment, require complementary investments
z infrastructure decline by public and pnvate interests, and solve regional
o freight mobility problems."
w Doug Duncan, President of FedEx Freight explains,
D " High transport costs may end up turning the clock W Cannot Be Globally Isolated
o back. Transportation costs effect the decisions
o by shippers about where to route freight Poor Washington's capacity and reliability to deliver
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o infrastructure increases those costs thus reducing international goods from ocean vessels to Chicago
o competitiveness " (How Greater Access is and other Midwest and Eastern markets is under
Q Changing the World. SRI International for FedEx) heavy challenge from the British Columbia ports
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J The Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board ports have formed a strong partnership with
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(FMSIB) is in the unique position of leading the the Canadian government. Some say they have
z way in Washington state to find the most cost- mounted an impressive and well coordinated local,
o effective freight infrastructure investments As the provincial, and national effort to drag cargo away
o public is seeking even more efficiencies for every from the Pacific Northwest
D state dollar spent, FMSIB is able to show that for
o every $1 they award, $5 additional are invested by In 2006, Canada started its Asia - Pacific Gateway
H partners including private businesses, federal, and and Corridor Initiative with a commitment to invest
z local governments According to a recent report nearly $1 billion in port infrastructure projects
(2011) prepared for the state's Joint Transportation The Canadian government also has invested
Committee "The Delivery of Transportation Funding significantly in the Canadian National Railroad,
and Services to Local Government ", FMSIB has which gives Canada a high -speed rail corridor
leveraged 43% in federal funds, 25% from state directly into the United States, bypassing United
and local governments, 11% from ports, and 2 5% State's ports and the jobs associated with trade
from the private sector, including railroads. According to John Mohr, Executive Director of the
CC Exacerbated competition from Canada and Panama are proving how
price sensitive shippers are in choosing trade routes. Congestion,
delays, and unpredictability are risks that increase our costs relative to
our competition. ))
— Cliff Benson, FMSIB member, Retired, Westwood Shipping Lines
Port of Everett, since Canada kicked off its Asia- staff annually issues a call for projects and provides
Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative, funding guidelines
Most of the growth in Pacific Northwest
containerized cargo has been through Canadian Keep Partnerships Together 5
ports." Freight projects rely on multiple partners for a
variety of reasons. The very nature of freight
It's not only nearby ports that are in competition movement is multi - modal: ship, to dock, to train,
with Washington ports. The widening of the to truck, to factories, to consumers and farmers
Panama Canal is set to be complete in 2014 z
to truck, to train, and so on. In addition, an
providing more efficient access to Ports in the Gulf
Region from the Pacific And on the East Coast and advocate such as FMSIB is needed to coalesce the 0
multiplicity of partners because each stakeholder, 0
Gulf Region local governments and rail companies whether private industry or public entity, has
have invested in infrastructure for routes with competing priorities It is a complex mixture of o
the names: the Crescent Corridor, The Heartland diverse interests requiring creative solutions and z
Corridor, CREAT, and the National Gateway. flexible approaches to keep all of the partners <
Growth within the BRIC countries (Brazil, India, and engaged.
China) favors the emergence of a new connector in m
the Southern Hemisphere between the east coast v
of South America, the Cape of Good Hope, and to The Board's mission is to: 0 0
Southeast Asia. m
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We Must Build on Our Strategic transportation projects that bring o
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FMSIB is the only transportation program in • Focus on timely construction and o
the state dedicated to freight mobility The 12 operation of projects that support jobs o
member board of FMSIB is appointed by the • Leverage funding from public and -<
Governor and includes representatives from the -I
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public and private sectors, representatives who DJ
have first hand experience in the fields of freight • Cross modal and jurisdictional lines to 0
transport and capital construction. The board's create funding partnerships 0
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project scoring criteria are weighted toward • Serve as the de facto freight project 71
economic return for the state and its citizens. screening agency for state and federal r
The aim is to keep the State of Washington policy makers =
c and strong. FMSIB's investments H
are not only supporting the state's economy
through maintaining freight mobility, but they are It is more and more difficult to find willing partners v
supporting local economies by providing family to fix key corridors because of the scarcity of funds E
wage jobs. for long -term investments. FMSIB helps identify z
Every project addresses physical obstacles to and put together the funding needed for freight H
swift and smooth freight mobility resulting in time mobility projects. Once a project has been selected
saved, efficiencies enhanced, and jobs kept and through FMSIB's rigorous selection process, the
created. All projects funded by FMSIB are selected project gains stature in the eyes of other funders
through a rigorous and transparent process. FMSIB
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CC Stick to the Mission
When the legislature passed the law that created the Freight Mobility
Strategic Investment Board, they got it right. The legislation was
visionary and is still relevant today. One of FMSIB's strengths is sticking
to its mission and keeping the focus on the freight mobility investments
that will most benefit the state's economy. ))
— Pati Otley, FMSIB Chair
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Through Freight Investments (continued)
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w a to local project sponsors, assisting Gary Wallinder and Dan Burke,
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— Suzanne Dale Estey, Director of Economic
Development, City of Renton
Strander Boulevard Crossing, Renton, WA
CC FMSIB's volunteer board includes heavy hitters who bring real world
experience to freight mobility investment decisions. Not only is the
board good at the practical, day -to -day operations of freight but we are
all experts in our fields. We are part of the national and international
discussions about freight infrastructure priorities. We are careful
about how we invest state funds using a deliberative and transparent
process that is focused on the value to improved freight movement and
operations. »
— Larry Paulson, FMSIB member, Executive Director, Port of Vancouver
Keep Communities Involved
A division of the National Academy of Sciences, CC The City of Kent's
the Transportation Research Board (TRB) has economic vitality
identified the importance of local communities to is linked to safe 7
keeping freight moving. The TRB lists two safety and efficient freight
issues of concern to local communities transportation. FMSIB
Executive Director Karen
• At -grade rail crossings Schmidt and board
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freight through local communities brings with it a o
responsibility by the freight carriers to complete — Suzette Cooke, Mayor, City of Kent ?
their haul with as little disruption to the community D
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in nearly every FMSIB funded project that passes project costs. 0
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FMSIB is a lean and efficient agency, operating '''�.
with only two fulltime staff and a board of
volunteer professionals. The recent JTC study
referred to earlier found that the administrative City of Kent, 228th Street and BNSF Rail Grade
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CC By separ ating general traffic from freight traffic, we serve both the
? general public and business community. Solving these local safety and
congestion concerns helps to keep the State of Washington competitive
in the global marketplace. ))
.` — Dave Gossett, FMSIB member, Snohomish County Council.
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This year's annual report highlights three projects
as case studies to exemplify the value added by i
FMSIB when they participate in freight project - ' - --
selection and funding partnerships. Simply put, the �- - • -n - - ' 'a -
value added is a return on investment to the State • .• -
of Washington through economic benefits in the -:;„. • - __ `�
form of family -wage and high paying jobs, markets . _- -a.g - - ' rt'' 'e
for the state's agricultural products, and the - - .. I, a.
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Case Study #1: Bringing Economic Port of Vancouver USA
Value To The State
Port Of Vancouver USA revenue that benefits state and local services.
FMSIB is an essential part of the funding
West Vancouver Freight Access Project partnership that makes this possible, specifically in
its support of the port's visionary West Vancouver
"A premier port that is globally recognized Freight Access rail project.
and well capitalized with state -of -the- The development of new, rail - served marine
art facilities, infrastructure and service terminals is essential to growing the port's
providing accountable economic benefit." economic benefits over the next 10 years. There
Port of Vancouver USA Strategic Plan 2020 is the opportunity to add over 600 acres of marine
Vision Statement development that will result in a high number of
well paying jobs. According to a 2011 economic
Impact study conducted by Martin & Associates for
The Port of Vancouver USA, founded in 1912, is the port, there has been an overall increase in jobs
making investments that will keep it competitive tied to port activities over the last five years despite
in the global economy of this century. As it the struggling economy. The study also found that
approaches its centennial, the port continues to 75 percent of these employees live in Clark County
serve as an economic engine to the southwest and 60 percent live within the city of Vancouver.
Washington region by providing quality jobs, For the Port of Vancouver USA to achieve its
international trade connections, a strong industrial mission of providing economic benefit to the
land base, and economic stability by producing
community, it requires maximum efficiencies in
cargo movement through its terminals Investment '
in freight access projects is critical to ensuring , e
efficient cargo movement, and FMSIB is an
important partner funding the access needed to
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mainlines that connect the Pacific Northwest to
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Port of Vancouver USA - Wind Energy Towers
Public and private funding partners are
participating in making this project a reality, train traffic and provide necessary access to the
including FMSIB. Just this year the United States port's Terminal 4 and new Terminal 5, supporting a
Department of Transportation awarded $15 million future potash export facility, wind energy imports,
in high speed rail funds to the port to construct Subaru America, and other waterfront tenants and
a new rail access route within the port, which customers.
will include a new grade separation alleviating
congestion at an existing rail crossing that has The port continues to progress on the WVFA
long created a major choke point for rail traffic project and has completed two major phases.
The upgrade is expected to significantly reduce The first phase is related to providing new
delays affecting freight trains and Amtrak's access to the BNSF mainline, enabling the City of
Cascades service. In addition to the $15 million in Vancouver's plans for a new mixed -use waterfront
federal funds, the Washington State Department development and providing new rail service to two
of Transportation and the Port of Vancouver are industrial businesses. The second phase created
contributing a combined $22 million to the project, a state -of- the - industry loop track at the western
with construction beginning in July 2012. end of the port's rail infrastructure resulting in the
ability to bring full unit trains into port, resulting in a
The port also received $10 million in TIGER II 25 percent decrease in congestion on the regional
federal funds in 2011 for the WVFA project. These system
funds will be used to construct an overpass at
Gateway Avenue that will separate vehicle and When complete in 2017, the project will provide
infrastructure that BNSF and UP will use to break
down and build unit trains within port facilities,
UiiA Rail & Term • 5 Redevelop as well as reduce congestion in the nearby
BNSF yard. With the completion of the freight
v access project, the port will nearly triple its miles
• ... .. of internal track and rail car capacity to serve
current and future 000 customers, while reducing
iV' congestion approximately on the regional rail system by jobs as and
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as 40 percent overall. The project also will create
approximately 4,000 construction jobs over the life
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10 FMSIB Case Studies
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Cross - Jurisdictional Solutions an overpass.
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- .' now planned for 2012.
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improvements to Myra Road The second phase of
this project started out in 2007 as a grade - lowering Port of Tacoma
project costing less than $2 million The goal of the Public — Private Partnerships
project was to remove the last barrier to freight
flow between SR 12 and SR 125 in Walla Walla. Tacoma Area Tideflats Study
Myra Road is also a connecting route between Port Of Tacoma
the City of College Place and Walla Walla. As this The Port of Tacoma covers 2,400 acres and is used
final phase of work was going through the review for shipping terminal activity as well as warehousing,
and approval processes of the two cities, the cost distributing, and manufacturing. As the seventh
estimates ballooned due to the addition of project largest port in North America, it handles more than
features. Cost estimates nearly tripled from the $36 billion in annual trade and is surrounded by
original project estimate. Downtown Tacoma to the west, and the City of
FMSIB was able to participate in project Fife to the south, portions of unincorporated Pierce
negotiations as an unbiased party to provide an County, and Puyallup Tribal lands.
incentive to the cities to get the project back The high volume and variety of land uses within
on track and within budget. FMSIB's Executive the area leads to a complex transportation system
Director met with the two city councils with the with competing needs.
sole interest of bringing this freight mobility project
to a successful completion The city councils held The Tacoma Area Tideflats Study came about when
a subsequent joint meeting and agreed to a project FMSIB realized that multiple entities were making
scope more like the original grade - lowering project. plans for the same geographic area and that there
At their joint meeting, officials reported that while was not a lot of coordination. SSA Marine, the
an overpass would be the ideal way to deal with largest developer of maritime ports in the world,
future traffic at the intersection, the increase in is developing a terminal at the Port of Tacoma.
costs for that solution would most likely lead to The new terminal requires moving freight from
College Place and Walla Walla having to split the the docks to the BNSF railway on the other side
$2.8 million in additional costs. The result was that of 1 -5. Without coordinated planning, this freight
both councils approved a scaled down but fully movement could add an additional 2,000 trucks to
surface streets and 1 -5.
FMSIB convened a diverse group of partners
including SSA Marine, Marine View Ventures Goals for the study included:
(the economic development arm of the Puyallup
Tribe), the Port of Tacoma, WSDOT, City of Fife, • Identify future transportation needs for the 11
City of Tacoma, and Pierce County to develop a growth of freight related truck traffic to and
comprehensive plan that prioritizes improvements from the Tideflats area.
and schedules a logical build -out The study was • Increase mobility and accessibility by
undertaken to identify existing problems, forecast reducing traffic congestion. �,
future travel needs, and set out a clear plan for .Promote regional economic ii
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The study results can be incorporated in the access areas:
transportation improvement programs of individual
stakeholders making projects eligible for state • Tideflat area access - $140 -150M
and federal funding. The participation of multiple • Port access — $5 -10M
jurisdictions and public and private sector interests .Industrial access — $110 -130M
should increase funding opportunities. In addition to
useful transportation data, the study also includes • Local access — $35 - 45M
conceptual engineering and cost estimates.
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of a new at -grade roadway under and west of the
What projects were completed in 2011? new structure.
• Port of Seattle, East Marginal Way Ramps The project will eliminate traffic delays on East
• Port of Tacoma, Lincoln Avenue Grade Marginal Way caused by trains crossing at grade
Separation level. Benefits include reduced congestion, more
efficient intermodal transfers, and improved ail
rn East Marginal Way Grade Separation, quality for the region.
Seattle, Port of Seattle Groundbreaking for this project took place in June
The Port of Seattle partnered with FMSIB to 2007. Right -of -way acquisition was completed in
construct a grade separation on Duwamish September 2009, and businesses were relocated.
Avenue, south of Spokane Street. This critical Construction on the final project phase finished
east -west link between 1 -5 and the Port of Seattle this year.
container terminals in the south Duwamish area
carries 45% of the port's regional truck traffic. The Project Benefits
project relocated East Marginal Way through this
corridor. The project gives trucks better access to • The grade separation is expected to
port terminals, BNSF Railway and UP Railroad rail- reduce railroad crossing vehicle delay,
yards, and manufacturing and distribution centers which was estimated at more than 270
– moving the goods that create jobs. hours daily in 2010
• Improve safety by eliminating rail /highway
The new overpass routes traffic over existing train conflicts at the crossing.
tracks that serve Harbor Island, West Seattle, and
the south - downtown industrial area. The rail track • Improve air quality by reducing delay related
connects on -dock rail at the port's Terminals 5 idling of trucks and other vehicles.
and 18 to the rail mainline The elevated structure • Facilitate greater efficiencies in an area
connects three existing streets: South Spokane of significant intermodal and multimodal
Street, Duwamish Avenue South, and East activity.
Marginal Way. • Complement implementation of ITS
The project includes minor improvements at (Intelligent Transportation Systems)
existing street connections, realignment of a infrastructure, increasing system
efficiencies on port and city facilities.
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Lincoln Avenue, Port Of Tacoma The 2,200 -foot overpass adds three lanes
In early June 2011, the Lincoln Avenue overpass of roadway over four sets of railroad tracks.
project was completed. Trains arriving and The construction created 200 jobs during the
departing the Port of Tacoma average 8,000 feet construction peak. Economists estimate the entire
in length This project raised Lincoln Avenue over corridor will contribute another 1,500 permanent
key railroad tracks in the port area serving the jobs through efficiency and additional capacity.
port's two main rail yards, removing the at -grade
conflict between rail activities and heavy vehicular 111110" I' '
traffic. The overpass allows long train assemblies �,� j
without blocking arterial traffic. Construction began . i j . -
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trucks. Rail switching operations and mainline �— , . -* ~ -- -
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partners. FMSIB's $10.2 million contribution
leveraged an additional $36.6 million from other
sources. $15.4 million in federal American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds were also
used. The total project cost was $53.2 million. Lincoln Avenue Construction, Port of Tacoma
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The City of Auburn is trisected by two
What FMSIB Projects were active and transcontinental rail lines, the BNSF Railway,
underway in 2011? and the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR). Every day
• City of Auburn, M Street SE Grade approximately 50 to 60 trains pass through the
Separation City on the BNSF line alone, and have a significant
impact on public safety, public health and traffic
• Benton County, Piert Road, conditions. The M Street SE Grade Separation
• City of Fife, Phase 2, 70th Avenue and Valley Project will eliminate these issues by redirecting
Avenue Widening vehicle, pedestrian and bicycle traffic below the
busy railroad tracks
• King County, South Park Bridge Replacement
• Port of Seattle, East Marginal Way Truck In 1996, when BNSF decided to re -open the
Crossover Stampede Pass line, the City of Auburn began
looking for solutions to congestion at this location.
• Port of Seattle, East Marginal Way /Diagonal In late 2002, after an evaluation of alternatives the
and Argo Electronic Gate Access City of Auburn selected a preferred alignment and
• City of Spokane, Havana Street Grade completed a pre - design study. Project completion
Separation is estimated for 2013.
• City of Yakima, Grade Separated Rail Benton County, Piert Road Extension
Crossing
This project is the construction of 1.75 miles of new
roadway to provide a more direct truck route to the
City Of Auburn, M Street SE Grade Finley Industrial area. The extension of Piert Road
Separation Project will be constructed from Lechelt Road to Bowles
Road. This new section will include two travel - lanes,
This project is located in the City of Auburn on a two -way left turn lane, and sidewalks.
M Street SE between the intersections of 3rd
and 8th Streets SE in the vicinity of the SR 18 The Piert Road Extension project will serve as a
overpass, and the BNSF Railway's Stampede Pass rural collector to provide direct access for the Port
rail crossing. Vehicular traffic along M Street SE of Kennewick and the southeast industrial area of
is projected to operate below acceptable levels Finley to State Route 397 and Interstate 82. It will
by the year 2030 at this location The project will give semi- trucks a direct route from Finley to the
separate M Street SE from the at -grade crossing intertie, reducing heavy truck traffic on residential
by lowering M Street under the rail line streets.
City of Fife, 70th Avenue East and Valley King County, South Park Bridge
Avenue East Corridor Project The project is the construction of a new moveable
Phase 2 of this project will widen 70th Avenue bridge over the Duwamish Waterway parallel to 15
East from two lanes to five lanes. It will improve and downriver of the deteriorated and recently
the east and west legs of the intersection Project closed South Park Bridge. Bridge replacement
improvements will include traffic signals and also includes intersection improvements, roadway
additional turn lanes at intersections. and drainage construction, utilities removal and
relocation, and riverbank mitigation.
This project will improve freight mobility between i
existing industrial property and businesses in the Bridge inspections found that the historic South W
Cities of Fife, Sumner, Puyallup, and Pierce County Park Bridge built between 1929 and 1931 was
and major destinations such as Port of Tacoma deteriorated and seismically vulnerable. It also had o
facilities at Commencement Bay and Fredrickson. substandard -width lanes that carried up to 20,000 m
It will also provide the key link to complete the vehicles daily with 14% being truck traffic. It is one
North -South Interregional Access, the regional of a few river crossings connecting to the south `i)
Interstate 5 Freight Bypass, the Cross - Cascades Seattle industrial area near Boeing Field. z
Access, the Green River Valley Access and the °
Cross Valley Access. By working with state and local funding partners,
including FMSIB, King County secured $100 million D
In the first phase of this FMSIB project, toward the replacement of the South Park Bridge. -<
approximately one mile of Valley Avenue East and Construction is scheduled for completion by 2013.
the intersection of 70th were widened from two
lanes to four lanes, between 70th Avenue East ' . •
and Freeman Road. A future phase 3 will include a
grade- separated crossing for 70th Avenue East at r r -
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Understanding. Individual easement agreements ;, ti 1 r
are being negotiated with Union Pacific Railroad, ` 4 I, j lit - -'i
AMB Property Corporation, and the City of Seattle
for right of way. This project would complete the
roadway elements connecting a dedicated truck- i
roadway to the regional freight roadway network i +
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of Seattle. The project will improve Colorado and - --,-b!
Diagonal Streets to accommodate freight vehicles `- ` 1 �; r , Z .
and provide connection to State Route 99 /East ' . 1 t I -fit•.
Marginal Way and the rest of the freight network s. -4.1.0 - ., ....
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Project contributes to the freight transportation
network of the Duwamish Manufacturing and '
Industrial area. It creates a truck -only roadway that ,-
gives trucks a safer, more efficient route from the • .
Port's marine terminals to the Union Pacific Argo Ns
rail yard. It eliminates a difficult weaving maneuver
from southbound SR 99 to Diagonal Avenue. The 's
project benefits the East Marginal Way /Stated - -
Route 99 corridor for all users by reducing traffic ;;;!
congestion and increasing safety. `�� - -
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Q City Of Spokane, Havana Street Grade district, and function as a one -way east /west
Separation couplet. Each street carries over 20,000 vehicles
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emergency response vehicles for east and north
the Spokane Valley It crosses the BNSF mainline Yakima Located adjacent to the railroad tracks and
c „ between Broadway and SR 290 (Trent Road). The one block from Lincoln Avenue, Fire Station 91 had
w BNSF line carries between 60 and 100 trains per over 1,500 calls in 2007 that required crossing the
o day at this location. Havana Street is currently tracks for an emergency.
cc protected by standard railroad gates and is blocked
m 18 hours per day by BNSF operations. The street is This project will construct two underpasses. one
7 in a highly industrial area of Spokane with access located at Lincoln Avenue and the other at Martin
to SR 290, the Interstate Fairgrounds, and the Luther King Jr. Boulevard (formerly B street) from
Spokane Indians baseball stadium 1st Avenue to 1st Street The underpass will
reconstruct three lanes on each roadway under
the BNSF mainline The project is critical to the
_ movement of truck freight, emergency vehicles,
I ...� y � and downtown access.
. • '�mar� . � • 1 — - Groundbreaking for this project took place in 2010
- ;-- + " and completion is expected in 2012. Phase 3 is
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This project will separate the grades of the • � _ �� 1
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accomplished by constructing a bridge over the no! 1p
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Havana Street and provide relief to both Freya and , ' . ; T
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retaining walls were completed, and roadway .^
grading was underway at the time of this report. -
Completion is scheduled for 2012. _1 I ._
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The City of Yakima has seven at grade railroad -i w ti
crossings and only two grade- separated crossings, -011* „• a =
which were built in 1964 and 1970. The reopening Y10 A - ., ”
of Stampede Pass by the BNSF Railway has ! \, 111..1,`' . T
increased rail traffic in excess of the capacity
for two grade separated crossings, and blocks Bob Desgrosellier, City of Yakima, Senior Engineer and
western access for Yakima Fire Station 91. Martin Karen Schmidt, FMSIB Executive Director, observing
Luther King Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue are the construction of the Lincoln Avenue /BNSF undercrossing
two main arterials for the Yakima central business in downtown Yakima
FMSIB Projects Underway 17
Project Agency Region Project Name Current FMSIB K
Cost Share cn
35 Kent PS -F S 228th Street -Grade Separation (Phase 3) 25.00 3.25 v
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31 Benton County EW Piert Road Extension 3.62 0.46 0
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36 Yakima EW City of Yakima Grade Separated Rail Crossing 44.27 7.00 m
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47 Renton PS Strander Blvd / SW 27th Street Connection 17.79 4.00 c
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48 Spokane Co EW Bigelow Gulch Rd -Urban Boundary to Argonne Rd 25.20 2.00 o
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49 Auburn PS M Street SE Grade Separation Project 22.40 6.00 7 J
51 Seattle PS Duwamish Truck Mobility Improvement Project 7.18 2.80 D
52 Fife PS -F 70th and Valley Ave Widening (Phase 2 - 70th Ave) 14,09 0.50
58 Port of Seattle PS East Marginal Way Truck Crossover 2 01 0.99
59 Kent PS S. 212th Street Grade Separation 65 00 10 00
60 _Kent PS -F Willis Street Grade Separation 47 00 4 00
64 Fife PS Port of Tacoma Truck Off Ramp 7 50 3 00
66 Port of Vancouver WW Port Rail Access - Rail Tie -in to Mainline 38 34 5 17
67 Renton /Kent PS Green River Valley BNSF /UP Trackage 5.00 2.50
68 Lacey WW Hogum Bay Road Slip Ramp & Road 12.00 4.00
Improvements
71 Walla Walla EW Myra Road at Dalles /Military Road Intersection 3.96 .50
72 Tacoma PS SR 99 /Puyallup River Bridge 30.00 5.00
73 Port of Seattle PS E Marginal /Diagonal & Argo Electronic Gate 12.00 6.00
Access
74 Tacoma PS SR 509/ D Street Ramps 19.00 6.00
75 Everett PS Port of Everett to 1 -5 Freight Improvements 4 30 .40
76 Fife WW Port of Tacoma Road Phase 111 27 80 8 00
77 Renton WW SW 27th /Strander Blvd Connection 47 00 5 00
78 Spokane Valley EW Sullivan Road W Bridge Replacement 19 75 2 00
79 King County PS South Park Bridge Replacement 130 00 5 00
80 Spokane Valley EW Barker Road /BNSF Grade Separation 49 10 10 00
81 Spokane County EW Bigelow Gulch /Forker Road Realignment 24 13 6 00
82 Yakima EW River Road - 6th Avenue to 1 6th Avenue 1 42 0 64
83 Marysville WW 116th Street NE Interchange 42 00 1 00
84 SeaTac PS Connecting 28th /24th Ave S. 18 2 TBA
Total 787.26 115.21
(In Millions)
18 Who are the State's Partners in Freight Mobility? (continued)
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w streets Cities and counties have contributed and acknowledge the importance of
H nine percent and 11%, respectively to FMSIB efficient transportation for economic
o partnership projects Over the past decade, the competitiveness, the state, cities and
cities and counties of Washington state have been counties are faced with a 'bill due' on
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FMSIB's partners in improving freight mobility, their previous investment. ))
serving on FMSIB's board, and using local funds to
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leverage FMSIB dollars. Toward a Vision for the Nation's Surface
Transportation System Policies to Transcend
Boundaries and Transition to a New Era)
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Cities and counties work hand in hand with FMSIB
A , to ensure that freight mobility projects remain
{, on schedule and on budget. Local officials often
. _ seek FMSIB assistance with difficult right of way
negotiations. Also, working together, FMSIB and
local jurisdictions find ways to keep large -scale
'\ ! t . s p moving by implementing them in phases
�, to maximize efficient use of money and resources
The struggling economy is making it harder for
Yakima City Council Meeting, Councilman Dave Edler, projects.
l ocal jurisdictions to contribute to freight ro
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CC It's time to sound the alarm! Counties and cities have a huge unfunded
preservation liability. We can not risk the loss of these essential links for
our freight system. ))
ii, — Brian Ziegler, FMSIB member, Public Works and Utilities Director, Pierce County
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preservation and maintenance of the existing u
streets and roads, even turning some facilities - . '•
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Approximately 63% of the state's population lives J A in w
in cities and 27% of all trips are on city streets. `
Counties own 46% of total lane miles in the state
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reach their destinations via trucks, trains, ships, Apples being loaded for transport to market m
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and barges Each of these trips begins and ends H
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hauling hay, or a local street providing access to a in additional costs to trucks carrying our nation's cI)
deepwater port. goods to supplier, manufacturers, and markets D
according to the Texas Transportation Institutes m
Agriculture is a significant economic sector in 2010 Urban Mobility Study. m
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all components of the freight network trucks, The American Trucking Associations reports that z
railroads, ships, barges, and ports. Washington's there are 3 5 million truck drivers in the United -n
agriculture industry includes 39,284 farms with States, with total industry employment at over m
combined annual revenue of $7 billion and an
8 7 million That means that one out of every 15 1z
average farm size of 381 acres. Washington is a people working in the United States is employed
leading producer of fruits and berries ($2.1 billion); in the trucking industry. Many truck companies o
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grains and beans ($959 million); milk and other are owner - operated and are independents For all
dairy products ($873 million), vegetables and drivers, productivity is key. When they are unable H
melons ($810 million), and cattle ($717 million). to move their freight due to traffic delays, they are
Washington leads the nation in the production of unable to get paid
apples, cherries and pears, and is second in the Nearly every good consumed in the United States
production of potatoes and grapes. is put on a truck at some point. Canada is the
Trucking Transport number one trading partner with the United States:
According to the Coalition for America's Gateways trucks hauled nearly 54% of the goods (in terms
and Trade Corridors, by 2020, the US trucking of value) moved between the United States and
industry will move 3 million more tons of freight Canada in 2008. Trucks also hauled 63% of the
than it hauls today. Professional truck drivers goods moved between the United States and
drove over 400 billion miles in 2005, a 146 percent Mexico, now the third largest trading partner with
increase in 25 years. The Federal Highway the United States
Administration's Freight Analysis Framework (FAF
3) reports that trucking dominates total tonnage of
freight moved in the US at 72 %.
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CC It is essential that we improve the productivity of the transportation
system to move freight without delays, and to improve access for all
modes, including trucks. We must make the investments now that will
keep freight traffic flowing and keep jobs in the State of Washington. ))
— Steve Holtgeerts, FMSIB member, President Hogland Transfer Company, Inc.
20 Who are the State's Partners in Freight Mobility? (continued)
,. Maritime Carriers and Ports
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z strategic alliances. The potential cost savings at sea are getting smaller which -
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cn and Innovation: Unleashing the Potential. Maritime
in Transportation Drivers for the Shipping and Port
H Industries. Jean -Paul Rodngue, Hofstra University Port of Everett, Loading Generator Parts
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cc Q freight is discretionary and can be moved by other Snohomish River and Port Gardner Bay off Puget
o routes. Shippers now have more choices about Sound about 45 kilometers north - northeast of the
= the fastest and least expensive way of delivering
Port of Seattle.
their cargo. The time to ship via an all water route is
lessening from Asia to the East Coast. Economics In 2008 (most recent year available), the Port
are now favoring all -water routes to the east coast of Everett welcomed 119 ships and 52 barges
when there is not a strong shipper preference carrying 352.3 thousand tons of cargo. Linked
This is a paradox for the State of Washington directly to the BNSF Railway, the Port of Everett
because our advantage of being a day closer to is near Interstate 5 for easy access to the nation's
Asian markets is narrowing. While trade with Asia highway network The Port of Everett's rail /barge
is increasing, the west and Pacific Northwest are transfer facility, the Mount Baker Terminal, opened
losing market share to all -water routes and to in 2008. Designed for the transport of over -sized
Canada. aerospace parts by rail, vessels bring their cargo to
Port of Everett terminals on Port Gardner Bay to be
Port sector activities are responsible for 8.4 million barged to the Mount Baker Terminal for off - loading
American jobs and nearly $2 trillion in economic to rail car for transfer to the Paine Field Airport.
output Combined, the Ports of Seattle and
Tacoma are the third largest cargo load center in It is estimated that 30,402 jobs in the Everett
the United States. Approximately $70 billion of regional economy are influenced by cargo and
goods flowing through these two ports go to and vessel activity at the Port of Everett.
from international markets. (State of Washington
Governor's Container Ports Initiative- 2011) Over • 12,121 direct lobs are generated by cargo
261,500 jobs statewide are connected to the activity at the Port of Everett.
movement of cargo through the Port of Tacoma
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and Port of Seattle. Many of these jobs are high 14,267 are employed by providing goods and
wage private sector jobs services to the 12,121 individuals directly
involved with port activity
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Data from 2010 show that the Port of Seattle was feed, hay, brewer grain, other agricultural
the sixth busiest United States seaport in TEU's products, and paper Top imports are furniture,
and the ninth largest in terms of dollar value. It was fixtures, apparel, and other consumer goods.
the seventh largest in North America, and the 58th The Port of Seattle has partnered with FMSIB on
largest in the world in TEU's. It is served by 26 several projects Two projects were completed
regular steamship lines, two major transcontinental in 2009, one in 2010, one in 2011, and one
railroads, and 100 trucking companies. underway. These projects include capacity
The port generates 21,695 direct jobs and improvements at SR 518 and a grade separation
7,845 indirect fobs. With $2 5 billion in business at SR 519 (completed in 2009), intelligent
revenue, the port pays $457 5 million in state transportation systems in the Duwamish
and local taxes The private sector employers at industrial area completed in 2010, a grade
the container and cargo handling marine facilities separation at East Marginal Way (completed
generate another 135,100 related jobs in the State 2011), and access improvements to the UP Argo
of Washington. railyard (underway).
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CC For years, we have considered the Asian Trade to be the province of west
coast ports and rails; however, recently there has been a resurgence of
all -water service from Asia through the Panama Canal, which is being
• `` widened to accommodate the world's largest container ships. We must
preserve our strategic advantage in the Northwest by offering efficient
and competitive freight mobility. ))
— John Creighton, FMSIB member and Commissioner, Port of Seattle
22 Who are the State's Partners in Freight Mobility? (continued)
} Port of Tacoma This year, the FMSIB funded Lincoln Avenue grade
1 = separation project was completed. The project
The Port of Tacoma has two primary waterways
El (Blair and Sitcum), both offering a depth of 51 feet raises the road over the nearby railroad tracks in
2 that do not require maintenance dredging. The Port order to eliminate the at -grade conflict between rail
H and heavy vehicular traffic. Also, the FMSIB funded
= of Tacoma handles a variety of cargoes through
0 D Street grade separation and rail realignment,
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cc and lessees. Containers are the fastest - growing completed in 2008, has had positive benefits by
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z cargo in the Port of Tacoma. Its container terminals allowing trains that formerly crept through the
cover almost 6,500 acres. heart of Tacoma's industrial tide flats to now cruise
1 c along at 30 miles per hour.
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u) stack rail cars, it directly connects to two major The Port of Vancouver USA, situated at the terminus
w transcontinental railroads, BNSF and UP, through a of the Columbia River's deep draft channel, provides
H regional short -line service the Tacoma Rail. a gateway to the river -barge ports of Eastern
"' Oregon/Washington and Northern Idaho It is the
i Economic impact studies link 43,000 direct jobs in transfer and switching center for four major railroad
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Q Port of Tacoma. More than 1,350 Washington state Pacific, Canadian National and Canadian Pacific
O firms import and /or export through the port. Annual Railroads. Terminal 5, the port's newest 218 -acre
1 trade was $29 billion in 2010.
marine terminal, is on a deep -water channel, and
In 2010, the Port of Tacoma handled 1.5 million will have access to two rail lines.
TEUs of containerized cargo and a total value of Because 70 percent of its cargo is transported
international trade of $27.95 billion. Among the by rail, the port's success depends on continuing
cargoes moving through the Port of Tacoma were service from the major national rail lines. The port
over 187,000 automobiles, almost 6.2 million is projecting it will serve 160,000 rail cars annually
metric tons of grain, and 91,000 metric tons of by 2025
breakbulk cargoes. In 2010, there were 1,019
vessel calls at the Port of Tacoma The port's top The Port of Vancouver has invested over $200
trading partners based on two -way trade were million in port infrastructure over the last 10 years.
China /Hong Kong and Japan. Cereals and grains Nearly half of that has been spent on the West
were the top export commodities. Vancouver Freight Access (WVFA) project. Once
completed in 2012, the WVFA project will reduce
congestion on the regional rail system by as much
as 40 percent. The project also will facilitate the
development of the City of Vancouver's urban
waterfront for mixed -use, which is projected to
result in $1.3 billion in investment.
A specific example of how private sector investment
is following the port's investment in freight rail
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�, ! `� expansion of the port's grain facility by United Grain
.,,,;, ; � ,. ! l Corporation (UGC). UGC is expanding its grain
_ operations to include corn and soybeans in addition
Lincoln Avenue Grade Separation, Port of Tacoma to wheat The project is to be completed by 2012.
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As an economic development engine for
southwest Washington, The Port of Vancouver The major rail corridors in the state are:
USA injected $1.6 billion into the regional economy • The north -south corridor parallels the
and its marine business added 290 jobs in the five 1 -5 corridor from the Columbia River to
recession - addled years between 2005 and 2010, Vancouver, BC;
according to a recent economic impact study. • The Columbia River Gorge — running from
Conducted by Martin & Associates and published Vancouver, WA to the east;
in 2011, the study reported that the port generated • Stevens Pass — running from Everett to
2,337 direct fobs in 2010; with total jobs associated Spokane and east, and
with port activities, including indirect employment,
• Stampede Pass — running from Auburn to
reaching 16,996, an increase of 1,416 from Pasco to Spokane and east.
2005. The 2,337 direct jobs produced by the port
paid $116.3 million in wages and salaries, up 17
percent. Port activities contributed $80.8 million in the network on which America's economy rides.
state and local taxes — the exact same amount paid Nationwide, rail moved 13.3 percent of the nation's
in 2005. Strong marine cargo growth in exported freight tonnage.
wheat, scrap metal and mineral exports, combined
with increased wind energy imports contributed to Railroad spending is divided into two categories:
the port's success the cost to run the railroad and the cost to grow
and modernize the rail network. Because
Freight Rail railroads own their entire infrastructure, the
Every year America's freight railroads invest amount of money required to maintain the
billions of their own capital, not taxpayer money, to network is significant.
build and maintain a system that is safe, reliable, Two mainline Class 1 railroads serve the State of
efficient and affordable. Since 1980, railroads have Washington. the BNSF Railway (BNSF) and the
invested $480 billion — the equivalent of more than
40 cents out of every revenue dollar — back into continued on next page
24 Who are the State's Partners in Freight Mobility? (continued)
Union Pacific Railroad (UP). These Class 1 railroads BNSF Railway
J primarily serve the inland transportation component The BNSF Railway is pumping about $100 million
m of the supply chain for large volumes of import and per year in the State of Washington to preserve
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export cargo moving through state ports.
� and expand infrastructure. They have upgraded and
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( ...D and are working on rail line subdivisions in Eastern
w shows that rail freight revenue amounted to Washington. These investments and others have
cc $1 2 billion and employed 4,207 people. In 2007,
z the state rail system carried 116 million tons of helped them to gain market share and to increase
cc freight. Of this freight, 56 million tons arrived from volumes and revenue.
z other states and Canada and 23 million tons were A recent article in the Financial Times reported,
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cc shipped from the state to 46 other states and "In 2004, when west coast ports and many other
0_ Canada. Farm products were the top commodities transport systems worldwide were caught by
w by weight moved on the state's rail system the sudden surge in Chinese exports, BNSF was
Q followed by lumber and wood. prepared." According to BNSF CEO, Matt Rose,
There is interconnectedness between ports 'We'll spend close to $3 5 billion this year on
L1J H and railroads. Port access must be efficient and investments. Nearly all of those will be long-lived
cc reliable and connect to the rest of the system The assets — locomotives 25 to 30 years, ties 30 years,
majority of the state's cargo is discretionary cargo structures maybe 100 years."
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that can shift to other gateways if shipping to In this same interview with the Financial Times,
these gateways is less expensive and faster. Mr. Rose accepts that the railroads "had been
According to the State Freight Rail Plan, 42% of given up for dead in the 1980's. The airlines really
marine cargo is moved by rail on the landside and replaced railroads as the darlings of the transport
about 40% of the state's rail traffic is related to
port activity.
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sector," he said But, he adds, the railroads were include lumber, fruits, automobiles and trucks,
laying the foundations for a recovery. The railroads manufactured products, grain, chemicals and
dust quietly through the 1980's and into the 1990's import- export consumer products. Union Pacific
went along their own way and spent a lot of moves export soda ash and grain to Kalama and 25
time taking a lot of cost out, producing savings, handles consumer products on double -stack trains
and merging companies together. They really from Seattle and Tacoma. One of the more unique
transformed themselves into a force that could services provided by the railroad is the movement
make money and be able to sustain investment." of municipal trash from Seattle to a landfill in
eastern Oregon o
Union Pacific Railroad
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invested $2.5 billion in capital UP owns 532 miles m
Seattle, Tacoma, and Kalama, helping to bolster of track in the State of Washington and has 319 �
development and economic stimulation in D
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communities throughout the state. Union $23 2 million and they report $95 9 million worth v
Pacific operates two north -south main lines in of in -state purchases. Within the state they D
Washington, with a connection to the Canadian invested $18.8 million in 2010, the most recent Di
rail system. Union Pacific's produce train begins z
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in Wallula, Washington, and terminates in Albany, pp
N.Y., making the trip in 124 hours. Each 55 -car `"
train can carry as much as 1,100 truckloads. Major m
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farms. Agriculture is the economic engine of the state. )) ='
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26 Afterword
The Board expresses its appreciation to FMSIB
Chair, Pati Otley, for 13 years of service. This year
marks the last term for Pati's service on FMSIB.
She has been a tireless advocate for freight
mobility in the State of Washington culminating
in her role on legislative study committees and
executive work groups that led to the formation
of FMSIB in 1998. She served since FMSIB's
inception, first representing railroads in her senior
public affairs position at BNSF, and then as the
citizen chair from 2005 -2011. Pati has brought not
only remarkable expertise to her role with FMSIB,
but she has also brought grace and diplomacy with
her leadership.
Freight Mobility Strategic Investment
Board Staff
Karen Schmidt
Executive Director
Marsha Gehring and Donna Veley
Confidential Secretary (shared position)
Annual Report Writing And Design
Lund Consulting, Inc.
Jennergy, Inc.
FMSIB 2011 -13 Projected Project Delivery 27
Projects 2011 2012 2013 -2015 biennium
Oct -Dec Jan -Mar ® -Jul -Sep Oct -Dec Jan -Mar AprJun JW•S(4> Oct -Dec c a n
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Ramps, Seattle o
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Separation, Auburn
70th and Valley Avenue
(70th phase), Fife Oct Oct
East Marginal Way Oct Jun
East Marginal Way Argo Jun Mar
Port of Tacoma
Road Interchange Ramp Sep "
Port of Vancouver Apr Mar
Rail Access (Phase 14) I
Port of Vancouver
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Myra Road /Military Road, Grade -_-
Separation and Loop, Walla Walla Mar Nov
South Park Bridge, 11 Mar
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Project Completions 3 1 3 2 2
by Quarter
28 Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board Members
cc Pati Otley was appointed citizen chair of FMSIB in 2005, shortly after she retired from three decades
m of involvement in transportation public policy issues. She joined FMSIB in 1998, at its inception,
representing railroads. Pati worked in senior public affairs positions in Seattle for the United States
2 Department of Transportation, Burlington Northern Inc., Burlington Resources, and BNSF. On behalf of
o those entities, she was engaged in a number of civic, business, political, and transportation organizations
and efforts She was part of the legislative study committees that led to the formation of FMSIB and
worked on executive branch transportation efforts Pati has been an effective advocate for public
m and private sector support for improving our freight transportation network to enhance the State of
Washington's economic health
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Clifford Benson retired from Westwood Shipping Lines in 2005, a subsidiary of Weyerhaeuser Company
at that time. His position of Vice President of Operations included: management of the agency networks
and management of the landside logistics for container movement in the United States, Canada, Japan,
Korea, and for a time most of Western Europe. In addition he was responsible for the vessel operations,
including terminal operations At Westwood he also was involved in government affairs and managed
the development, design, and construction of a new class of vessels. He was president of the Puget
Sound Steamship Operators Association. Prior to Westwood Clifford worked in Weyerheauser's pulp
division as plant engineer, plant manager, and regional energy management In the public sector he was
on the Snohomish County Planning Commission and co- chaired the Citizens Advisory Committee of the
Snohomish County PUD during the energy crisis of the mid 70's. In retirement he continues on FMSIB
and is President of Habitat for Humanity Snohomish County.
John Creighton has served on the Seattle Port Commission since 2006. He came to the Commission
with broad experience as a lawyer who worked on complex international transactions in the port cities
of Singapore, Helsinki, and Istanbul prior to returning home to Seattle. During his tenure, Commissioner
Creighton has developed significant expertise in regional transportation and economic policy — he sits on
the Puget Sound Regional Council Transportation Policy Board on behalf of the Port and is chair of the
SR 509 Executive Committee. He has served on the board of Enterprise Seattle, the King County
economic development organization, and is an advisory board member of Seattle's Convention and
Visitors Bureau. Creighton earned a B.A. and M.A. in International Relations from Johns Hopkins
University. He went on to earn his J D from Columbia University and also has a Certificate in
Administration from the University of Washington Business School.
Dave Edler represents cities on FMSIB. He is a Yakima City Council member and former two -term
mayor of Yakima. His family has been in trucking for two generations and they continue to serve that
industry in much of Central Washington He has a great desire to see progress made in enhancing major
freight movement throughout our state. Dave is also a former professional baseball player for the Seattle
Mariners and currently pastors a church in Yakima.
Terry Finn, Executive Director of Government Affairs for BNSF Railway, has served on FMSIB since
2007 and possesses broad experience in government relations concerning transportation policy and
legislation. He participated in the legislative drive to create the state's freight mobility program. His previous
government affairs work as a representative of the Port of Seattle has helped to round out a portfolio 29
heavy in knowledge about rail, marine and truck shipping, and its relationship to the economy of the state 29
Terry serves on freight and rail advisory boards in Washington and Oregon. He learned many of the ins and
outs of government as a former reporter for United Press International covering the state legislature and
Washington's congressional delegation.
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Rebecca Francik earned a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from Washington State University and a
Master in Library and Information Science from the University of Washington Appointed to the Pasco 0
City Council in 1996, she has been a strong advocate for building and maintaining public systems. Rebecca
is a former board member of the Public Works Trust Fund and currently serves on the Association of
Washington Cities Board of Directors. A nationally board certified teacher /librarian she lives and works o
in Pasco 1
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Dave Gossett's background is in local government with a strong emphasis in transportation. Prior to 0
his election to the Snohomish County Council in 2001 he spent twelve years on the Mountlake Terrace
City Council including six years as Mayor. He has represented Snohomish County as a member of both
the 1 -405 Executive Committee and the Regional Transportation Investment District Executive Board. He
currently is Chair of Community Transit, providing transit service throughout Snohomish County
Dave's involvement in economic development issues includes being a member of the Puget Sound
Regional Council's Economic Development District Board and an officer of the Greater Seattle Trade
Development Alliance
Paula Hammond is the Secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation since 2007
Hammond manages an agency of 6,800 employees, with responsibility for 20,000 lane miles of highways,
3,500 bridges, general aviation airports, passenger- and freight -rail programs, and the Washington State
ferry system, the nation's largest WSDOT is nearing completion of the state's largest capital program
($15.5 billion) in the agency's 104 -year history, begun in 2003. In her 32 years with WSDOT, Hammond
has worked in all areas of the department's capital delivery, operations, and policy programs. She
graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering and is a
professional engineer.
Steve Holtgreets is President of Hogland Transfer Company, Inc. in Everett. He has worked in the trucking
industry for over 40 years. Steve is a Past President of the Washington Trucking Associations (1997 -1999)
and currently serves as Treasurer of that organization He also serves on the Board of Directors of the
American Trucking Association, and participates as a member of their Safety Policy, Homeland Security,
and Small Carrier committees He graduated from Pacific Lutheran University in 1979, with a degree in
Business Administration, with an emphasis in Operations Management.
Paul Ingiosi is a Budget Assistant to Governor Gregoire in the state's Office of Financial Management
His primary task is assisting in the development of the Governor's biennial and supplemental transportation
budgets Paul's portfolio includes rail and freight, public transportation, information technology, FMSIB,
the Transportation Commission, the County Road Administration Board, and the Transportation
Improvement Board. Originally from the east coast, Paul is a former Assistant Budget Director for the City
of Philadelphia, PA, where he developed and monitored departmental performance measures. He also has
fiscal experience as a budget analyst for the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts and Sciences
30 Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board Members
CC Larry Paulson has been the Executive Director of the Port of Vancouver, USA, since January, 1999
Previously, he was the Deputy Executive Director of the port for 2 years. Before that, he was a practicing
w attorney for 25 years, the last 17 years as a shareholder with the firm of Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt.
He also spent over 31 years in the Air Force, and Oregon Air National Guard, retiring with the rank of
° Brigadier General.
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Brian Ziegler is the Pierce County Director of Public Works and Utilities. He brings 34 years of
engineering and public infrastructure experience to the board. Recently, the American Public Works
Association named Brian as one of the Top Ten Public Works Directors in America He is an instructor in
the Northwest Public Works Institute, assisting in the training of local public works officials.
He worked for the Washington State Department of Transportation for 26 years and was instrumental
in large transportation projects, including the new Tacoma Narrows Bridge and the 1 -705 Tacoma Spur
freeway. Brian represents counties on FMSIB and has chaired FMSIB's Project Selection Committee for
three years.
Brock Nelson has over thirty -five years of experience in the railroad industry. He is a 1976 graduate
from Iowa State University with a BS in Civil Engineering He began his railroad career with the Chicago
and NorthWestern railroad in 1976 where he held numerous positions in the engineering department.
Brock's railroad career also includes 16 years managing environmental compliance programs in various
capacities. Brock is currently the Director of Public Affairs for the States of Oregon and Washington and
is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
FMSIB Completed Projects 31
Agency Region Project Name - n
WSDOT PS -F SR 519 Intermodal Access Project (Phase 1) c c n
Port of Seattle PS -F East Marginal Way Ramps Fa
Port of Tacoma PS -F Lincoln Avenue Grade Separation (Phase 1)
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WSDOT PS -F SR 509 /Port of Tacoma Road Grade Separation c,
Port of Longview WW Port of Longview Alternate Rail Corridor n
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Kelso WW Allen Street Bridge Replacement n
Port of Everett PS -F California Street Overcrossing to Port of Everett 0
Everett PS -F 41st Overcrossing /Riverfront Parkway (Phase 1)
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' Union Gap EW Valley Mall Boulevard Extension m
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Auburn PS -F South 277th Street Grade Separations (BNSF & UP) 0
Puyalup PS Shaw Road Extension
Prosser EW Wine Country Road
Port of Pasco EW SR 397 Ainsworth Avenue Grade Crossing
Tacoma PS -F D Street Grade Separation
Auburn PS -F 3rd Street SW BNSF Crossing
Kennewick EW Columbia Center Boulevard Railroad Crossing
Pierce County PS -F 8th Street East /BNSF Grade Separation _
Tukwila PS -F 180th Street Grade Separation
Colville EW Colville Alternate Truck Route
Walla Walla EW SR 125/SR 12 Interconnect (Myra Road Extension)
Port of Kalama WW Port of Kalama Industrial Park Bridge
Everett PS -F East Marine View Drive Widening (Phase)
WSDOT PS SR 18 Weyerhauser Way to SR 167 Truck Lane (Phase)
Kent PS South 228th Street Extension & Grade Separation
Seattle PS Duwamish Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) (Phases 1 & 2)
WSDOT EW US 12/124 to SR 730 Walla Walla
Port of Kalama WW Grain Terminal Track Improvements
DOT -Pasco EW US 395 Hillsboro Street Interchange
Pierce County PS Cross Base Highway (phase 1)
Bremerton WW SR3/304 Transportation Improvement Project
WSDOT- Sumas WW SR 9 — SR 546 /Nooksack Road Vicinity to SR 547 /Cherry S
Moses Lake, Grant Co. EW SR 17 Pioneer Way to Stratford Road Mobility
Longview WW SR 432 Improvement /3rd Ave Off - Ramp Widening
Fife PS 70th and Valley Avenue (Valley Ave Phase)
Snohomish Co PS Granite Falls Alternate Route (Phase 1 ROW)
Fife PS Pacific Highway East / Port of Tacoma Road to Alexander Avenue
Woodinville PS SR 202 Corridor Improvement - SR 522 to 127th Place NE (Phase 1)
Everett PS I-5/41st Street (Phase 1)
Spokane EW Freya Street Bridge
Port of Vancouver WW Port Rail Access (Phase 1)
Longview WW SR 432/SR 433 Turn Lane Improvements
41 Completed Projects Valued at more than $371 Million
FMSIB share $112.7 Million
Contact Information
Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board
Post Office Box 40965
1063 Capitol Way S • Room 201
Olympia, WA 98504 -40965
360.586.9695
www.fmsib.wa.gov
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City /County Purchasing
4th Quarter 2011 Status Report
CITY JOINT COUNTY
Surplus property disposal (includes 469 units /lots 808 units /lots
auctioned /donated /recycled /disposed) $161,821.00 $164,189.00
Bid processes averted YTD by
Interlocal Procurements (State /Gov
Contracts & Sole Source) 50 22
Bid openings conducted this QTR 8 2 0
Bids completed this QTR 6 0 0
RFP's completed this QTR 1 1 2
Formal sealed bids /rfps completed
YTD 26 4 13
Total bids /rfps requested YTD 31 7 16
Written quotes completed this QTR 5 0 1
Written Quotes completed YTD 11 1 5
Total written quotes requested YTD 12 1 5
Informal quotes processed YTD 74 25
Purchase orders processed YTD 470 33
Value of PO's processed YTD $14,283,558.00 $3,339,712.00
Number of ONGOING bids /quotes
administered 74 11 57
City Value
$3,107,538.00
Value of ONGOING bids /quotes County Value
adminstered $5,937,804.00 $2,115,722.00 $11,640,411.00
TOTAL value of bids /quotes /PO's/
auction items administered $23,490,721.00 $15,144,312.00
GRAND TOTAL both entities $ 38,635,033.00
2/14/2012
ON GOING PURCHASING PROJECT LIST
Priority A (High), B (Medium), C (Low)
Tracking Received % Approximate
Date Assigned? Number Description From Priority Completed Due Date
Draft and Implement Surplus Policy for County.
03/22/10 Maria New Policy Working on review of RCW's. Will send to Craig Warner A 90% 05/15/10
Stefanie for review.
Update City /County Implementation Plan as
06/27/11 Sue Procedure prepared by FCS Group. Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
Standardize templates for City and County
01 /01 /11 Sue none Bid/Quote /RFP's Both A 35% 08/01/11
County Intranet - Update and provide
10 /10 /10 Sue none documents to be posted., e.g. Interlocal lists and County A 35% 08/01/11
contracts available for use
Susan took and passed her Certified
01/15/12 Susan Professional Public Buyer test, Earning CPPB City /County A 100% 02/01/12
Certification!!
11204P
Downtown Working on RFP for Downtown Hanging Chris
11/30/11 Colleen Hanging A 50% 03/01/12
Flowers and Flowers and Planters. Opening 1/30. 2/2 Waarvick
Planters
Office Supplies - TCPN contract is not being
renewed and will expire 2/29/12. Office Max All County
01/18/12 Maria C11011 has asked that we consider a change over to the Departments A 50% 03/01/12
PSA contract. Under Review
Mike
01/23/12 Maria RFQ 11207 -P Gang Free Initiative Coordinator Part 2 - 1st Merryman - A 50% 03/02/12
Draft to Dept 1/23/12. Due 2/27/12. YPD &
Council
02/09/12 Sue none Review DBE Program and Goal update to City A 0% 03/06/12
include Small Business Concerns
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
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01/15/12 Sue none Review General Terms and Conditions Stefanie County A 20% 03/16/12
sent over for Grant contracts
02/01/12 Sue RFP Juvenile Food Services Juvenile A 20% 04/01/12
01/15/12 Sue C2002P Inmate Telephone Service -DOC County A 40% _ 04/16/12
07/11/11 Sue County TRAINING of all Departments for new Craig Warner A 5% 05/01/12
Delegation of Authority. Email sent 2/9/12
11203P Rebid 10706 Safety Ambassador,
12/19/11 Colleen RFP Cleaning & Landscaping Maint. - going to CDY A 15% 08/22/12
Council 2/7
06/15/10 Sue Computer City Cayenta - moving forward. All A 35% 07/01/13
System Implementation July 2013. On Agenda 3/6/12
08/01/10 Susan 11025 MRO Bid Various B 40% 09/30/10
11 /01 /10 All Open House /Training Session - 4- 2 year All County B 0% 12/31/10
w /County
Citywide Purch Procedure Training Sessions -
(Include Chris Oneal -YPD, Shelley Willson -
11/01/10 Maria Training WW Collections, Ryan Anderson and Dean All City B 10% 12/31/10
/Susan Smith - WWTP, Angelica Saldivar - ONDS,
Jennifer Zeutenhorst - IS) - Maria scheduled to
meet with Jennifer Zeutenhorst on 8/16/11.
03/10/10 Maria/ New HVAC Maintenance - City Various B 20% 02/01/11
Colleen
On Call Carpet /Window Cleaning to BOCC foi
approval on 6 -7 -1 1. Vendors are finalizing
03/22/10 Colleen 11024 filing the Intents with LNI. Carbonated Carpet Various B 100% 02/01/11
Solutions had been filing their intent incorrectly
. Mould be resolved first of November.
On -Call Glass /Door /Window Repair - Opening
03/22/10 Colleen 11023 12 -5 -11 - no responses - calling vendors to ask Various B 75% 02/01/11
why.
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Checklist for Federal Rolling Stock Piggyback
06/15/10 Sue Procedure Purchases -will be done when next Transit bid Transit B 25% 03/01/11
rolls out.
Do we want to put tabs online and not mail out?
01/27/11 Sue Protest procedure needs to be reviewed re: 5 City /County B 0% 03/01/11
days
UPS Shipping Services - ORPIN /WSCA - Stab
of UT is lead agency - Working on obtaining
03/24/11 Colleen every departments account numbers to ensure Joint B 90% 04/10/11
they are receiving contract pricing vvithouth
changing any other information.
Install 31 Street Light Poles /Lights - Draft to
Joe 5/11 - Due 06/20/11 - To Div for ROA
6/22/11 - To CM for award and Contract Joe
05/04/11 Maria Bid 11118-S signature 6/27. Waiting for Dept. to figure out Rosenlund- B 98% 05/31/11
funding source. Contract signed, PO Issued.
Streets
Intent Filed. Will need Affidavit.
DOC Procurement Focus - Reports requested
from County Finance to target work needed and
identifying piggybacks - Cayenta has ticket to
02/01/10 Sue work on (REPORTS) as of 10 /10* *Have
scheduled 2 meetings that were cancelled due to Karen Kelley B 5% 06/01/11
sickness. 9/12/11 - New roll out of Cayenta
update due in November may enable us to pull
our own reports! Waiting for Cayenta update.
02/28/11 Susan Surplus AED's Recycle /Disposal City /County B 10% 06/30/11
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Misting System at Transit Transfer Center -
Quote from Central Mechanical $8.482 plus tax.
8/1/11 Richard W. has 3 quotes /he's reviewing
them. 8/12/11 quote awarded to Ever - Green,
waiting for req. from Ken M.8/31/11 Tom
Mclean will process req. in Ken's absence.
Christina Informal 9/1/11 PO# 11 -07121 assigned -sent to Forrest & Ken Mehin - 80% 06/28/11 (Maria) Quote Tom. 10 /10 /11 sent Ken M email asking if he Transit B 80% 07/15/11
was going to install misters this year. 10/13/11
intent # 481169 posted for job. 11/17/11 talked
to Sandra, job complete, will get w/ Forrest &
file affidavit & send invoice. 1/9/12 waiting for
$222.52 overpayment from Forrest. 1/24/12
talked to Forrest, will send ck this week.
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Make master cross - reference document for all Purchasing B 5% 07/15/11
laws applicable to City and County
03/01/10 Susan RFP Auction Services (Heaverlo Auctions) Purchasing B 5% 08/15/11
(Maria) City /County
Fedex Corporation - Small Package Delivery -
WSCA/GA Admin Contract - Met contact,
03/24/11 Colleen Chuck Wagner at DES Trade Show and am Joint B 90% 08/27/11
gathering account numbers to email to him so h
can ensure we are obtaining contract pricing.
, A ,
Wendy
Holbrook/Bre
Contract Elevator Maintenance Contract with State of nda Peppers -
08/08/11 Maria Admin WA - Price Increase. Sent follow -up e-mail to County and B 15% 08/31/11
Kone 10/14/11 & 11/08/11.
Various City
` Departments
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Renewal - Inmate Telephone Service with FSH
RFP late Fall Communications 1/19/11 Spoke w/ Sandra Bess
09/09/10 Sue or Early next DOC. said director wants to put RFP out late DOC B 0% 10 /01 /11
year C10615 Fall or early next yr. Will Contact Sue or Maria
when ready. Praeses Hired - 1st mtg 10/28
Security Gate with Automated Lenel On -Guard
System. Quote received from ASG - over quote
limit (ASG no longer holds State Contract).
Possible that ASG can be added by Lenel to
Maria/ Informal GSA Schedule 84 contract. Awaiting follow -up Steve Brown -
10/17/11 Christina Quote by Lenel. Lenel is adding ASG to GSA contract WWTP B 50% 10/31/11
- pending confirmation. Will require new quote
per GSA contract. Estimate $12,385.31 plus
tax. Possible piggyback City of Salem. Need
ILA. 2/7/12 sent ILA to Shawna/City of Salem
for approval & signatures.
10/3/2011 Susan Surplus 7 Under Cover Units - to Mike for review CCNU - Mike B 10% 11/24/2011
Costello
10/3/2011 Susan Surplus 2010 F -150 - to Mike for review CCNU - Mike B 20% 11/24/2011
Costello
Install lighting in Parking Lot (Lighting fixtures
9/8/2011 Maria SWR Bid purchased on Bid 11126) PO Issued 9/22/11. Steve Brown - B 98% 11/30/2011
Intent filed. Need Affidavit w /L &I.
WWTP
11135 -S Fencing at WWTP. 3 SWR Bids received. Low
10/25/11 Maria SWR Bid bid $27,856.04 - American Gates & Fencing. Steve Brown - B 95% 11/30/11
11 -08724 Ordered, Intent filed, needs Affidavit. WWTP
11/07/11 Maria 21112-S 3 SWR Quotes - Reconnect Side Service to Max Linden - B 98% 11/30/11
Residence. Intent filed. Needs Affidavit WWTP
11/15/11 Susan Surplus Computers, monitors etc. Nicole Delp B 50% 11/30/11
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Research Fuel Purchases - Contracted or not - Forrest
11/03/11 Colleen County Determining what Voyager Fleet Systems is or Smith/Karen B 25% 12/01/11
what contract they have. D'Hondt
11/28/11 Colleen Interlocal Interlocal with Douglas County of WA and Dell Mires B 100% 12/13/11
Yakima County
03/22/10 Susan Bid 11123 Bus Shelter Re -bid - to kevin for review Transit B 80% 12/15/11
10/30/11 Susan Surplus Camaras, recorders, and small office items Fire - Rita B 50% 12/15/11
Mantly
11/08/11 Susan Surplus Equipment - Brush Hog, Rock Picker, Manure Wastewater - B 50% 12/15/11
Spreader Steve Brown
11/08/11 Susan Surplus Weight Benches - Waiting on Pick up from Wellness - B 50% 12/15/11
YPAL Sean Davido
Emergency replacement of A/C unit that cools
12/01/11 Maria 11 -09299 computer room at City Hall. Metal Benders Randy Pitney B 98% 12/30/11
E -PO 1111 -E $16,655.23. Contract Done. PO Done. Intent CH Maint
filed. Needs Affidavit.
12/01/11 Susan 21113 Station 94 Painting Apparatus Bay Fire - Tom B 95% 12/30/11
Schneider
Yakima
10 /10 /11 Sue Re -Bid 19601 Catering Services (check date) Convention B 01/07/12
Center
Susan, Training Attended MRSC /APWA workshop: Top 10 100% 11 /01 /11 Colleen & Accomplishe Contracting issues in Yakima City /County B 100% 01/11/12
Christina d
Training Attended Mandatory drug & alcohol awareness
01/12/12 Susan Accomplishe City B 100% 01/12/12
d training
Sue & Training Attended National Institute of Governmental
01/01/12 Maria Accomplishe Purchasing Wa. Chapter annual Strategic City /County B 50% 01/15/12
d Plannins Session at Port of Tacoma
2/14/2012
Update City /County Implementation Plan as
06/27/11 Sue Procedure prepared by FCS Group. Purchasing A 0%
07/15/11
Max
Insulate collections site garage roof -Site visit Linden/Shelle
12/05/11 Christina Bid 11201 -S scheduled for 1/27/12 2/7/12, bid due 2 /7/12 y Willson - B 50% 01/31/12
2/14/12. WW
Collections
Solid Waste -
11/28/11 Susan Bid Co. Metal Recycle Wendy B 10% 02/01/12
Mifflin
Motor Patrol Graders (AWD) - Received review
County
01/04/12 Colleen New from Dave Veley - working on final bid specs to ER &R B 20% 02/01/12
send out week of 1/29.
Rebid C10713 Janitorial Services extended
12/19/11 Colleen C21202 current contract with ABM until new contract is ALTC Nob B 50% 02/07/12
awarded. Sent out bid specs - opens 2/23 @ Hill
11:00 am
Surplus 15 Laptop Computers to the City of County -
01/11/12 Susan Surplus Dave B 95% 02/07/12
Wapato
Thompson
01/09/12 Maria Bid 11205 Used bucket truck - Bid Due 1/30/12 - To Dept Richard B 85% 02/10/12
for ROA 1/31/12 Wonner - ER _
C10810 Electrical Repair Service - Sent renewa_ ER &R °
12/19/11 Renewal Co. B 75% 02/18/12
to Rucker Electric for signature 1/17/12
Warehouse
Annual spend 20701 Fire Extinguisher Servicing. Spoke with
12/19/11 Maria now under Cascade Fire - Al. He will review and update Fire/Various B 5% 02/20/12
quote limit.
pricing. Agreed to continue same level of
service.
Asphalt & Materials. Possible cancellation and
10807 Early re -bid prior to 2012 season due to large pricing 0% 10/19/11 Maria Streets /Water B 0% 02/28/12
Re -bid? increase in 2011. E- mailed Wayne Deason
2/2/12.
2/14/2012
Update City/County Implementation Plan as
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
C10811 Vehicle Washes -
CThssto i=:,:cco :',0! LSpa `:10t ]:CD,CVv`i7',Ig,
12/19/11 Christina Renewal waiiirio to it,fH li Wait..ers needs ER&R B 50% 02/28/12
coritla.4, inoc o hcar
on Fl)a). procif...ed W ith
MO riLLC a ii.O.F1
01/18/12 Susan Bid C11204 Rifle Plates and Carriers County B 10% 03/01/12
Dry Cleaning Services - :,:onc0,1! w_k ':'7. :tp_.
01/12/12 Colleen Bid 11206 City/County B 50% 03/15/12
Collection Services for Public Services and
01/15/12 Sue C11207P County B 20% 03/16/12
District Cour Probation
C10901 Lube & Oil / Quick Lube & Auto
12/19/11 Christina Renewal Repair-2/1()/ 2 scc.i Oa - vc em ER&R-Dave askinL if he B 25% 03/16/12
Veley
v. :.0 ccnevy
01/15/12 Sue C11206P Asset Forfeiture Services-Sheriff Sheriff B 50% 03/16/12
Fill out paperwork for Courthouse security
01/15/12 Sue none County B 50% 03/16/12
access
C10813 Electrical Repair Service-; /6/ 2 OK
ER&R _
per 'V 2/ V ),, [o b
12/19/11 Christina Renewal Sunnyside B 75% 03/24/12
S! klicel i a ;. To rt z 7 ,2/i
Shops
Rebid 10702 Silk Screening. Sent spe-os to
12/19/11 Maria RFP Parks & Rec B 5% 03/28/12
5c..--F,..anialeal fof ui -1 /9/17
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Human Services - RFQP Homeless Community
Relations and Special Events Professional
12/21/11 Sue C12101-P County B 50% 04/01/12
Consultant. Analysis Committee meeting
2/14/12
Invitation by MRSC to conduct Webinar on
01/01/12 Sue none Both B 5% 04/01/12
Intergovernmental Purchasing
02/01/12 Sue none GovPro Magazine Interview RE: Merge Both A 95% 04/01/12
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
02/01/12 Sue none Make NIGP picture disc for WSDOT Rick Both B 0% 04/01/12
Naten
02/01/12 Sue none Complete Wa State Surplus Authorized listing Both B 35% 04/01/12
02/09/12 Sue none
Suggest st Redesign of County Agenda Request County B 04/01/12
02/01/12 Sue none Pull Dun & Bradstreet Reports Both B 5% 04/01/12
Training
01/01/12 Colleen & Accomplishe Attended GA Trade Show in Tacoma, earning City /County B 50% 04/15/12
Christina d 6.5 CED Units toward certification
PNPPA Fall Workshop -earned 8.75 CED units
Sue & Training each toward re- certification. Workshop included 50% 01/01/12 Maria dAccomplishe GSA State & Local Government Programs and City /County B 50% 04/15/12
Federal Grant Requirements
Quarterly Status Report to City Manager for 1st Michael °
01/01/12 Maria Reporting Quarter 2012 Morales - B 100% 04/16/12
C.M.
12/19/11 Rebid C10716 Automotive Repair ER &R B 04/30/12
01 /01 /11 Sue none Obtain meaningful reports for spend analysis City /County B 20% 05/01/12
Conduct analysis on County Cell Phone various °
02/09/12 Sue County B 10 /0 05/01/12
contracts - consolidate
12/19/11 Rebid 10705 Magnesium Hydroxide Wastewater B 05/02/12
12/19/11 Re -quote 20712 Sodium Hypochlorite WWTP B 05/22/12
12/19/11 Rebid 10713 Collection Services Transit B 06/12/12
12/19/11 Re -quote 20713 Bus Shelter Installation Transit B 06/20/12
Shelley
02/01/12 Maria New Bid Catch basin covers, manholes, lids and rings Wi - B 10% 06/29/12
Collections
12/19/11 Rebid C10707 Oil & Lube ER &R B 07/30/12
SS
12/19/11 Renewal C10907 Janitorial Services (Sunnyside) B 08/10/12
Shop
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Facilites
12/19/11 Rebid C10708 Fire System & EQ Testing & Repairs B 08/13/12
Maintenance
01/04/12 Renewal C10913 Video Visiting System DOC B 08/26/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10904 Pest control Facilities B 09/30/12
12/19/11 ' Renewal C10906 Janitorial Services ALTC B 09/30/12
Ellensburg
12/19/11 Rebid 10715 Single Jet Water Meter Water & B 10/02/12
Irrigation
12/19/11 Rebid 10709 Water Meters Water / B 10/04/12
Irrigation
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12/19/11 Renewal C10903 Herbicide County Roads B 10/05/12
12/19/11 Re- quote? 21008 -S Install of Water Fill Station Water B 10/08/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10911 Generators County B 10/12/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10902 Towing Contract _Sheriff B 10/19/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10908 Overhead Door ER &R B 10/26/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10802 Lube & Oil / Elliot Tire & Service ER &R B 11/17/12
12/19/11 Renewal C10804 Janitorial Services ALTC B 11/24/12
Kennewick
10 /10 /10 Sue —RFp Do Collections Services Contract for Carmen at County B 10% 12/01/12
Public Services
12/19/11 Rebid 10913 Fixed Mobile Convergence System w/ County B 12/31/12
_ Divitas
04/20/11 Maria Re -Bid in 10904 Leak Detection Survey Water B 0% 01/31/13
January 2013
Soft drink contract for new concession stand at Ken
12/13/11 Maria RFP Kiwanis Park - Mtg scheduled for 1/17/12. 2nd Wilkinson - B 5% 02/01/13
Mtg s P &R
2/14/2012
06/27/11 Sue Procedure Update City /County Implementation Plan as Purchasing A 0% 07/15/11
prepared by FCS Group.
Tree Replacement Phase I - Due July 1. Sent to
SWR Quote - Dept. for ROA on 7/5/11. - Mailed contract to David
06/13/11 Maria Senske for signature 7/18/11. Need CM contract Schneider - B 98% 06/31/11
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Chair President, Hogland Transfer Company, Inc.
Citizen representative Trucking representative
Clifford Benson Larry Paulson
Retired, Westwood Shipping Lines Executive Director, Port of Vancouver
Steamship representative Port districts representative
John Creighton Brian Ziegler
Commissioner, Port of Seattle Director of Public Works and Utilities, Pierce County
Port districts representative County representative
Dave Edler Paul Ingiosi
Council member, City of Yakima Transportation Budget Analyst
City representative Governors representative
Terry Finn Ex- Officio
Director of Government Affairs, BNSF Railway Brock Nelson
Railroad representative Director of Public Affairs for Oregon and
Washington
Rebecca Francik Union Pacific Corporation
Council member, City of Pasco
City representative
Dave Gossett
Council member, Snohomish County Council
County representative
Paula Hammond
Secretary of Transportation
Washington State Department
of Transportation representative
Introduction: Value Added To Our Economy 3
Through Freight Investments
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There Is A Need To Lead. We Cannot Within the United States the State of Washington ni
Let Our Freight Infrastructure Decline. is now the 5th largest export state, with exports p
valued at $53.2 billion. Agriculture, mining, z
as 2005, the World Economic Forum manufacturing, o
As recently construction, manufacturin wholesale, retail, K
ranked the United States No. 1 in infrastructure transportation, and warehousing are all dependent -<
economic competitiveness. Today, the United on freight mobility These industries accounted for 1
States is ranked 15th. The United States 33% of the state's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), o
spends 1.7% of its gross domestic product on 71 percent of business income, and 39 percent of 0
transportation infrastructure while Canada spends state employment in 2008. _
4% and China spends 9 %.
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invested $240 billion since 2008, with
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next three years. The result? China is 1 1
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Journal, August 11, 2011 continued on next page
CC Washington's economic recovery needs unified investment focused
on the strategic freight corridors that deliver jobs and growth -- not to
mention our food, clothes, and shelter. FMSIB has a proven track record
of leading targeted investments shared by multiple funding partners.
The agency's freight expertise is squarely aimed toward reaching the
light at the end of the tunnel. »
— Terry Finn, FMSIB member, Director of Government Affairs, BNSF Railway
4 Introduction: Value Added To Our Economy
Through Freight Investments (continued)
w Since its formation in 1998 FMSIB has completed
H 42 projects with ten underway or ready to go to
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construction in early 2012. When the Legislature
H created FMSIB they funded it at the level of $100
Lu million per biennium. Diminishing public funds for
z ! }�> �,►,,i transportation have reduced the FMSIB budget
H to approximately $10 -12 million per biennium
:•• ,. `" since 2005, yet through effective partnership pi
LE - F Mr arrangements FMSIB is continuing to leverage
u_ ‘ funds for strategic freight investments.
D mid RCW 47.06A.001 said. "Limited funding... require
c (s) strategic, prioritized freight investments that
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>- cost- effectiveness, yield a return on the state's
o To maintain this position we cannot let our freight investment, require complementary investments
z infrastructure decline by public and pnvate interests, and solve regional
o freight mobility problems."
w Doug Duncan, President of FedEx Freight explains,
D " High transport costs may end up turning the clock W Cannot Be Globally Isolated
o back. Transportation costs effect the decisions
o by shippers about where to route freight Poor Washington's capacity and reliability to deliver
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o infrastructure increases those costs thus reducing international goods from ocean vessels to Chicago
o competitiveness " (How Greater Access is and other Midwest and Eastern markets is under
Q Changing the World. SRI International for FedEx) heavy challenge from the British Columbia ports
,,, of Vancouver and Prince Rupert. British Columbia
J The Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board ports have formed a strong partnership with
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(FMSIB) is in the unique position of leading the the Canadian government. Some say they have
z way in Washington state to find the most cost- mounted an impressive and well coordinated local,
o effective freight infrastructure investments As the provincial, and national effort to drag cargo away
o public is seeking even more efficiencies for every from the Pacific Northwest
D state dollar spent, FMSIB is able to show that for
o every $1 they award, $5 additional are invested by In 2006, Canada started its Asia - Pacific Gateway
H partners including private businesses, federal, and and Corridor Initiative with a commitment to invest
z local governments According to a recent report nearly $1 billion in port infrastructure projects
(2011) prepared for the state's Joint Transportation The Canadian government also has invested
Committee "The Delivery of Transportation Funding significantly in the Canadian National Railroad,
and Services to Local Government ", FMSIB has which gives Canada a high -speed rail corridor
leveraged 43% in federal funds, 25% from state directly into the United States, bypassing United
and local governments, 11% from ports, and 2 5% State's ports and the jobs associated with trade
from the private sector, including railroads. According to John Mohr, Executive Director of the
CC Exacerbated competition from Canada and Panama are proving how
price sensitive shippers are in choosing trade routes. Congestion,
delays, and unpredictability are risks that increase our costs relative to
our competition. ))
— Cliff Benson, FMSIB member, Retired, Westwood Shipping Lines
Port of Everett, since Canada kicked off its Asia- staff annually issues a call for projects and provides
Pacific Gateway and Corridor Initiative, funding guidelines
Most of the growth in Pacific Northwest
containerized cargo has been through Canadian Keep Partnerships Together 5
ports." Freight projects rely on multiple partners for a
variety of reasons. The very nature of freight
It's not only nearby ports that are in competition movement is multi - modal: ship, to dock, to train,
with Washington ports. The widening of the to truck, to factories, to consumers and farmers
Panama Canal is set to be complete in 2014 z
to truck, to train, and so on. In addition, an
providing more efficient access to Ports in the Gulf
Region from the Pacific And on the East Coast and advocate such as FMSIB is needed to coalesce the 0
multiplicity of partners because each stakeholder, 0
Gulf Region local governments and rail companies whether private industry or public entity, has
have invested in infrastructure for routes with competing priorities It is a complex mixture of o
the names: the Crescent Corridor, The Heartland diverse interests requiring creative solutions and z
Corridor, CREAT, and the National Gateway. flexible approaches to keep all of the partners <
Growth within the BRIC countries (Brazil, India, and engaged.
China) favors the emergence of a new connector in m
the Southern Hemisphere between the east coast v
of South America, the Cape of Good Hope, and to The Board's mission is to: 0 0
Southeast Asia. m
• Advocate for strategic freight °
We Must Build on Our Strategic transportation projects that bring o
Advantages economic development and a return ° c
to the state
Stay Focused on Freight m
FMSIB is the only transportation program in • Focus on timely construction and o
the state dedicated to freight mobility The 12 operation of projects that support jobs o
member board of FMSIB is appointed by the • Leverage funding from public and -<
Governor and includes representatives from the -I
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public and private sectors, representatives who DJ
have first hand experience in the fields of freight • Cross modal and jurisdictional lines to 0
transport and capital construction. The board's create funding partnerships 0
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project scoring criteria are weighted toward • Serve as the de facto freight project 71
economic return for the state and its citizens. screening agency for state and federal r
The aim is to keep the State of Washington policy makers =
c and strong. FMSIB's investments H
are not only supporting the state's economy
through maintaining freight mobility, but they are It is more and more difficult to find willing partners v
supporting local economies by providing family to fix key corridors because of the scarcity of funds E
wage jobs. for long -term investments. FMSIB helps identify z
Every project addresses physical obstacles to and put together the funding needed for freight H
swift and smooth freight mobility resulting in time mobility projects. Once a project has been selected
saved, efficiencies enhanced, and jobs kept and through FMSIB's rigorous selection process, the
created. All projects funded by FMSIB are selected project gains stature in the eyes of other funders
through a rigorous and transparent process. FMSIB
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CC Stick to the Mission
When the legislature passed the law that created the Freight Mobility
Strategic Investment Board, they got it right. The legislation was
visionary and is still relevant today. One of FMSIB's strengths is sticking
to its mission and keeping the focus on the freight mobility investments
that will most benefit the state's economy. ))
— Pati Otley, FMSIB Chair
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6 Introduction: Value Added To Our Economy
Through Freight Investments (continued)
in Stay Flexible and Be Creative -
w Complex projects hit snags: Unexpected
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z permitting delays are a few examples of project
H obstacles. FMSIB holds together the private and
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c9 public partnerships in spite of these challenges.
o The executive director and board help project -'� 3 `
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to identify changes that can get the project back _ 1
o on track As a neutral prodder FMSIB can advocate , 1 •
2 for the best freight mobility solution that is in °� '
>- everyone's best interest. ,:mss,„ ip -
z For the past 13 years, FMSIB's volunteer board `-
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w a to local project sponsors, assisting Gary Wallinder and Dan Burke,
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freight access project alive. FMSIB i i' *" A -
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cc railroads. Now we look forward to getting
z construction underway in 2012.
— Suzanne Dale Estey, Director of Economic
Development, City of Renton
Strander Boulevard Crossing, Renton, WA
CC FMSIB's volunteer board includes heavy hitters who bring real world
experience to freight mobility investment decisions. Not only is the
board good at the practical, day -to -day operations of freight but we are
all experts in our fields. We are part of the national and international
discussions about freight infrastructure priorities. We are careful
about how we invest state funds using a deliberative and transparent
process that is focused on the value to improved freight movement and
operations. »
— Larry Paulson, FMSIB member, Executive Director, Port of Vancouver
Keep Communities Involved
A division of the National Academy of Sciences, CC The City of Kent's
the Transportation Research Board (TRB) has economic vitality
identified the importance of local communities to is linked to safe 7
keeping freight moving. The TRB lists two safety and efficient freight
issues of concern to local communities transportation. FMSIB
Executive Director Karen
• At -grade rail crossings Schmidt and board
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• Roadways with heavy truck volumes members have gone H
the extra mile to work with our staff and °
FMSIB has long- recognized the importance 0
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projects on track. » H
freight through local communities brings with it a o
responsibility by the freight carriers to complete — Suzette Cooke, Mayor, City of Kent ?
their haul with as little disruption to the community D
as possible.That is part of FMSIB's mission, and c
the board is able to point to a mitigation benefit costs of the agency are less than one percent of D
in nearly every FMSIB funded project that passes project costs. 0
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growth and increased density It is increasingly - - oc
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FMSIB is a lean and efficient agency, operating '''�.
with only two fulltime staff and a board of
volunteer professionals. The recent JTC study
referred to earlier found that the administrative City of Kent, 228th Street and BNSF Rail Grade
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CC By separ ating general traffic from freight traffic, we serve both the
? general public and business community. Solving these local safety and
congestion concerns helps to keep the State of Washington competitive
in the global marketplace. ))
.` — Dave Gossett, FMSIB member, Snohomish County Council.
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This year's annual report highlights three projects
as case studies to exemplify the value added by i
FMSIB when they participate in freight project - ' - --
selection and funding partnerships. Simply put, the �- - • -n - - ' 'a -
value added is a return on investment to the State • .• -
of Washington through economic benefits in the -:;„. • - __ `�
form of family -wage and high paying jobs, markets . _- -a.g - - ' rt'' 'e
for the state's agricultural products, and the - - .. I, a.
transport of manufacturing and consumer materials -
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Case Study #1: Bringing Economic Port of Vancouver USA
Value To The State
Port Of Vancouver USA revenue that benefits state and local services.
FMSIB is an essential part of the funding
West Vancouver Freight Access Project partnership that makes this possible, specifically in
its support of the port's visionary West Vancouver
"A premier port that is globally recognized Freight Access rail project.
and well capitalized with state -of -the- The development of new, rail - served marine
art facilities, infrastructure and service terminals is essential to growing the port's
providing accountable economic benefit." economic benefits over the next 10 years. There
Port of Vancouver USA Strategic Plan 2020 is the opportunity to add over 600 acres of marine
Vision Statement development that will result in a high number of
well paying jobs. According to a 2011 economic
Impact study conducted by Martin & Associates for
The Port of Vancouver USA, founded in 1912, is the port, there has been an overall increase in jobs
making investments that will keep it competitive tied to port activities over the last five years despite
in the global economy of this century. As it the struggling economy. The study also found that
approaches its centennial, the port continues to 75 percent of these employees live in Clark County
serve as an economic engine to the southwest and 60 percent live within the city of Vancouver.
Washington region by providing quality jobs, For the Port of Vancouver USA to achieve its
international trade connections, a strong industrial mission of providing economic benefit to the
land base, and economic stability by producing
community, it requires maximum efficiencies in
cargo movement through its terminals Investment '
in freight access projects is critical to ensuring , e
efficient cargo movement, and FMSIB is an
important partner funding the access needed to
make efficient connections between shipping on'•y'
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facilities and environmental improvements A key
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major rail hubs in Chicago and Houston and from - _ \ •
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Public and private funding partners are
participating in making this project a reality, train traffic and provide necessary access to the
including FMSIB. Just this year the United States port's Terminal 4 and new Terminal 5, supporting a
Department of Transportation awarded $15 million future potash export facility, wind energy imports,
in high speed rail funds to the port to construct Subaru America, and other waterfront tenants and
a new rail access route within the port, which customers.
will include a new grade separation alleviating
congestion at an existing rail crossing that has The port continues to progress on the WVFA
long created a major choke point for rail traffic project and has completed two major phases.
The upgrade is expected to significantly reduce The first phase is related to providing new
delays affecting freight trains and Amtrak's access to the BNSF mainline, enabling the City of
Cascades service. In addition to the $15 million in Vancouver's plans for a new mixed -use waterfront
federal funds, the Washington State Department development and providing new rail service to two
of Transportation and the Port of Vancouver are industrial businesses. The second phase created
contributing a combined $22 million to the project, a state -of- the - industry loop track at the western
with construction beginning in July 2012. end of the port's rail infrastructure resulting in the
ability to bring full unit trains into port, resulting in a
The port also received $10 million in TIGER II 25 percent decrease in congestion on the regional
federal funds in 2011 for the WVFA project. These system
funds will be used to construct an overpass at
Gateway Avenue that will separate vehicle and When complete in 2017, the project will provide
infrastructure that BNSF and UP will use to break
down and build unit trains within port facilities,
UiiA Rail & Term • 5 Redevelop as well as reduce congestion in the nearby
BNSF yard. With the completion of the freight
v access project, the port will nearly triple its miles
• ... .. of internal track and rail car capacity to serve
current and future 000 customers, while reducing
iV' congestion approximately on the regional rail system by jobs as and
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as 40 percent overall. The project also will create
approximately 4,000 construction jobs over the life
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Senators Patty Murry and Maria Cantwell at
Ground Breaking continued on next page
10 FMSIB Case Studies
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Cross - Jurisdictional Solutions an overpass.
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improvements to Myra Road The second phase of
this project started out in 2007 as a grade - lowering Port of Tacoma
project costing less than $2 million The goal of the Public — Private Partnerships
project was to remove the last barrier to freight
flow between SR 12 and SR 125 in Walla Walla. Tacoma Area Tideflats Study
Myra Road is also a connecting route between Port Of Tacoma
the City of College Place and Walla Walla. As this The Port of Tacoma covers 2,400 acres and is used
final phase of work was going through the review for shipping terminal activity as well as warehousing,
and approval processes of the two cities, the cost distributing, and manufacturing. As the seventh
estimates ballooned due to the addition of project largest port in North America, it handles more than
features. Cost estimates nearly tripled from the $36 billion in annual trade and is surrounded by
original project estimate. Downtown Tacoma to the west, and the City of
FMSIB was able to participate in project Fife to the south, portions of unincorporated Pierce
negotiations as an unbiased party to provide an County, and Puyallup Tribal lands.
incentive to the cities to get the project back The high volume and variety of land uses within
on track and within budget. FMSIB's Executive the area leads to a complex transportation system
Director met with the two city councils with the with competing needs.
sole interest of bringing this freight mobility project
to a successful completion The city councils held The Tacoma Area Tideflats Study came about when
a subsequent joint meeting and agreed to a project FMSIB realized that multiple entities were making
scope more like the original grade - lowering project. plans for the same geographic area and that there
At their joint meeting, officials reported that while was not a lot of coordination. SSA Marine, the
an overpass would be the ideal way to deal with largest developer of maritime ports in the world,
future traffic at the intersection, the increase in is developing a terminal at the Port of Tacoma.
costs for that solution would most likely lead to The new terminal requires moving freight from
College Place and Walla Walla having to split the the docks to the BNSF railway on the other side
$2.8 million in additional costs. The result was that of 1 -5. Without coordinated planning, this freight
both councils approved a scaled down but fully movement could add an additional 2,000 trucks to
surface streets and 1 -5.
FMSIB convened a diverse group of partners
including SSA Marine, Marine View Ventures Goals for the study included:
(the economic development arm of the Puyallup
Tribe), the Port of Tacoma, WSDOT, City of Fife, • Identify future transportation needs for the 11
City of Tacoma, and Pierce County to develop a growth of freight related truck traffic to and
comprehensive plan that prioritizes improvements from the Tideflats area.
and schedules a logical build -out The study was • Increase mobility and accessibility by
undertaken to identify existing problems, forecast reducing traffic congestion. �,
future travel needs, and set out a clear plan for .Promote regional economic ii
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The study results can be incorporated in the access areas:
transportation improvement programs of individual
stakeholders making projects eligible for state • Tideflat area access - $140 -150M
and federal funding. The participation of multiple • Port access — $5 -10M
jurisdictions and public and private sector interests .Industrial access — $110 -130M
should increase funding opportunities. In addition to
useful transportation data, the study also includes • Local access — $35 - 45M
conceptual engineering and cost estimates.
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of a new at -grade roadway under and west of the
What projects were completed in 2011? new structure.
• Port of Seattle, East Marginal Way Ramps The project will eliminate traffic delays on East
• Port of Tacoma, Lincoln Avenue Grade Marginal Way caused by trains crossing at grade
Separation level. Benefits include reduced congestion, more
efficient intermodal transfers, and improved ail
rn East Marginal Way Grade Separation, quality for the region.
Seattle, Port of Seattle Groundbreaking for this project took place in June
The Port of Seattle partnered with FMSIB to 2007. Right -of -way acquisition was completed in
construct a grade separation on Duwamish September 2009, and businesses were relocated.
Avenue, south of Spokane Street. This critical Construction on the final project phase finished
east -west link between 1 -5 and the Port of Seattle this year.
container terminals in the south Duwamish area
carries 45% of the port's regional truck traffic. The Project Benefits
project relocated East Marginal Way through this
corridor. The project gives trucks better access to • The grade separation is expected to
port terminals, BNSF Railway and UP Railroad rail- reduce railroad crossing vehicle delay,
yards, and manufacturing and distribution centers which was estimated at more than 270
– moving the goods that create jobs. hours daily in 2010
• Improve safety by eliminating rail /highway
The new overpass routes traffic over existing train conflicts at the crossing.
tracks that serve Harbor Island, West Seattle, and
the south - downtown industrial area. The rail track • Improve air quality by reducing delay related
connects on -dock rail at the port's Terminals 5 idling of trucks and other vehicles.
and 18 to the rail mainline The elevated structure • Facilitate greater efficiencies in an area
connects three existing streets: South Spokane of significant intermodal and multimodal
Street, Duwamish Avenue South, and East activity.
Marginal Way. • Complement implementation of ITS
The project includes minor improvements at (Intelligent Transportation Systems)
existing street connections, realignment of a infrastructure, increasing system
efficiencies on port and city facilities.
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Lincoln Avenue, Port Of Tacoma The 2,200 -foot overpass adds three lanes
In early June 2011, the Lincoln Avenue overpass of roadway over four sets of railroad tracks.
project was completed. Trains arriving and The construction created 200 jobs during the
departing the Port of Tacoma average 8,000 feet construction peak. Economists estimate the entire
in length This project raised Lincoln Avenue over corridor will contribute another 1,500 permanent
key railroad tracks in the port area serving the jobs through efficiency and additional capacity.
port's two main rail yards, removing the at -grade
conflict between rail activities and heavy vehicular 111110" I' '
traffic. The overpass allows long train assemblies �,� j
without blocking arterial traffic. Construction began . i j . -
in 2009. -
Lincoln Avenue is the primary connector between I7 ,, f t • Interstate 5 and the port for a high volume of ` l� r
trucks. Rail switching operations and mainline �— , . -* ~ -- -
trains caused vehicular delays of up to 30 minutes ' }. --• -- -- -__ L
every two hours on Lincoln Avenue. - — - =��
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This project benefited from seven different funding r"
partners. FMSIB's $10.2 million contribution
leveraged an additional $36.6 million from other
sources. $15.4 million in federal American
Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds were also
used. The total project cost was $53.2 million. Lincoln Avenue Construction, Port of Tacoma
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The City of Auburn is trisected by two
What FMSIB Projects were active and transcontinental rail lines, the BNSF Railway,
underway in 2011? and the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR). Every day
• City of Auburn, M Street SE Grade approximately 50 to 60 trains pass through the
Separation City on the BNSF line alone, and have a significant
impact on public safety, public health and traffic
• Benton County, Piert Road, conditions. The M Street SE Grade Separation
• City of Fife, Phase 2, 70th Avenue and Valley Project will eliminate these issues by redirecting
Avenue Widening vehicle, pedestrian and bicycle traffic below the
busy railroad tracks
• King County, South Park Bridge Replacement
• Port of Seattle, East Marginal Way Truck In 1996, when BNSF decided to re -open the
Crossover Stampede Pass line, the City of Auburn began
looking for solutions to congestion at this location.
• Port of Seattle, East Marginal Way /Diagonal In late 2002, after an evaluation of alternatives the
and Argo Electronic Gate Access City of Auburn selected a preferred alignment and
• City of Spokane, Havana Street Grade completed a pre - design study. Project completion
Separation is estimated for 2013.
• City of Yakima, Grade Separated Rail Benton County, Piert Road Extension
Crossing
This project is the construction of 1.75 miles of new
roadway to provide a more direct truck route to the
City Of Auburn, M Street SE Grade Finley Industrial area. The extension of Piert Road
Separation Project will be constructed from Lechelt Road to Bowles
Road. This new section will include two travel - lanes,
This project is located in the City of Auburn on a two -way left turn lane, and sidewalks.
M Street SE between the intersections of 3rd
and 8th Streets SE in the vicinity of the SR 18 The Piert Road Extension project will serve as a
overpass, and the BNSF Railway's Stampede Pass rural collector to provide direct access for the Port
rail crossing. Vehicular traffic along M Street SE of Kennewick and the southeast industrial area of
is projected to operate below acceptable levels Finley to State Route 397 and Interstate 82. It will
by the year 2030 at this location The project will give semi- trucks a direct route from Finley to the
separate M Street SE from the at -grade crossing intertie, reducing heavy truck traffic on residential
by lowering M Street under the rail line streets.
City of Fife, 70th Avenue East and Valley King County, South Park Bridge
Avenue East Corridor Project The project is the construction of a new moveable
Phase 2 of this project will widen 70th Avenue bridge over the Duwamish Waterway parallel to 15
East from two lanes to five lanes. It will improve and downriver of the deteriorated and recently
the east and west legs of the intersection Project closed South Park Bridge. Bridge replacement
improvements will include traffic signals and also includes intersection improvements, roadway
additional turn lanes at intersections. and drainage construction, utilities removal and
relocation, and riverbank mitigation.
This project will improve freight mobility between i
existing industrial property and businesses in the Bridge inspections found that the historic South W
Cities of Fife, Sumner, Puyallup, and Pierce County Park Bridge built between 1929 and 1931 was
and major destinations such as Port of Tacoma deteriorated and seismically vulnerable. It also had o
facilities at Commencement Bay and Fredrickson. substandard -width lanes that carried up to 20,000 m
It will also provide the key link to complete the vehicles daily with 14% being truck traffic. It is one
North -South Interregional Access, the regional of a few river crossings connecting to the south `i)
Interstate 5 Freight Bypass, the Cross - Cascades Seattle industrial area near Boeing Field. z
Access, the Green River Valley Access and the °
Cross Valley Access. By working with state and local funding partners,
including FMSIB, King County secured $100 million D
In the first phase of this FMSIB project, toward the replacement of the South Park Bridge. -<
approximately one mile of Valley Avenue East and Construction is scheduled for completion by 2013.
the intersection of 70th were widened from two
lanes to four lanes, between 70th Avenue East ' . •
and Freeman Road. A future phase 3 will include a
grade- separated crossing for 70th Avenue East at r r -
the Union Pacific tracks. . .r;
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During 2011, project partners worked on ''
completing a project Memorandum of } ` xr'�
Understanding. Individual easement agreements ;, ti 1 r
are being negotiated with Union Pacific Railroad, ` 4 I, j lit - -'i
AMB Property Corporation, and the City of Seattle
for right of way. This project would complete the
roadway elements connecting a dedicated truck- i
roadway to the regional freight roadway network i +
in the Duwamish Manufacturing and Industrial area „ 11
of Seattle. The project will improve Colorado and - --,-b!
Diagonal Streets to accommodate freight vehicles `- ` 1 �; r , Z .
and provide connection to State Route 99 /East ' . 1 t I -fit•.
Marginal Way and the rest of the freight network s. -4.1.0 - ., ....
The East Marginal Way Argo Truck Roadway l
Project contributes to the freight transportation
network of the Duwamish Manufacturing and '
Industrial area. It creates a truck -only roadway that ,-
gives trucks a safer, more efficient route from the • .
Port's marine terminals to the Union Pacific Argo Ns
rail yard. It eliminates a difficult weaving maneuver
from southbound SR 99 to Diagonal Avenue. The 's
project benefits the East Marginal Way /Stated - -
Route 99 corridor for all users by reducing traffic ;;;!
congestion and increasing safety. `�� - -
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4 . 6 .. FMSIB Projects Underway
Q City Of Spokane, Havana Street Grade district, and function as a one -way east /west
Separation couplet. Each street carries over 20,000 vehicles
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o Havana Street is a principal nort -south arterial in per day and serves as the primary route for
emergency response vehicles for east and north
the Spokane Valley It crosses the BNSF mainline Yakima Located adjacent to the railroad tracks and
c „ between Broadway and SR 290 (Trent Road). The one block from Lincoln Avenue, Fire Station 91 had
w BNSF line carries between 60 and 100 trains per over 1,500 calls in 2007 that required crossing the
o day at this location. Havana Street is currently tracks for an emergency.
cc protected by standard railroad gates and is blocked
m 18 hours per day by BNSF operations. The street is This project will construct two underpasses. one
7 in a highly industrial area of Spokane with access located at Lincoln Avenue and the other at Martin
to SR 290, the Interstate Fairgrounds, and the Luther King Jr. Boulevard (formerly B street) from
Spokane Indians baseball stadium 1st Avenue to 1st Street The underpass will
reconstruct three lanes on each roadway under
the BNSF mainline The project is critical to the
_ movement of truck freight, emergency vehicles,
I ...� y � and downtown access.
. • '�mar� . � • 1 — - Groundbreaking for this project took place in 2010
- ;-- + " and completion is expected in 2012. Phase 3 is
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This project will separate the grades of the • � _ �� 1
BNSF rail line and Havana Street. This would be : - Air "
accomplished by constructing a bridge over the no! 1p
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Havana Street and provide relief to both Freya and , ' . ; T
Faucher Streets. -- _.
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The bridge deck was poured in September 2011, •
retaining walls were completed, and roadway .^
grading was underway at the time of this report. -
Completion is scheduled for 2012. _1 I ._
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The City of Yakima has seven at grade railroad -i w ti
crossings and only two grade- separated crossings, -011* „• a =
which were built in 1964 and 1970. The reopening Y10 A - ., ”
of Stampede Pass by the BNSF Railway has ! \, 111..1,`' . T
increased rail traffic in excess of the capacity
for two grade separated crossings, and blocks Bob Desgrosellier, City of Yakima, Senior Engineer and
western access for Yakima Fire Station 91. Martin Karen Schmidt, FMSIB Executive Director, observing
Luther King Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue are the construction of the Lincoln Avenue /BNSF undercrossing
two main arterials for the Yakima central business in downtown Yakima
FMSIB Projects Underway 17
Project Agency Region Project Name Current FMSIB K
Cost Share cn
35 Kent PS -F S 228th Street -Grade Separation (Phase 3) 25.00 3.25 v
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31 Benton County EW Piert Road Extension 3.62 0.46 0
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36 Yakima EW City of Yakima Grade Separated Rail Crossing 44.27 7.00 m
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47 Renton PS Strander Blvd / SW 27th Street Connection 17.79 4.00 c
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48 Spokane Co EW Bigelow Gulch Rd -Urban Boundary to Argonne Rd 25.20 2.00 o
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49 Auburn PS M Street SE Grade Separation Project 22.40 6.00 7 J
51 Seattle PS Duwamish Truck Mobility Improvement Project 7.18 2.80 D
52 Fife PS -F 70th and Valley Ave Widening (Phase 2 - 70th Ave) 14,09 0.50
58 Port of Seattle PS East Marginal Way Truck Crossover 2 01 0.99
59 Kent PS S. 212th Street Grade Separation 65 00 10 00
60 _Kent PS -F Willis Street Grade Separation 47 00 4 00
64 Fife PS Port of Tacoma Truck Off Ramp 7 50 3 00
66 Port of Vancouver WW Port Rail Access - Rail Tie -in to Mainline 38 34 5 17
67 Renton /Kent PS Green River Valley BNSF /UP Trackage 5.00 2.50
68 Lacey WW Hogum Bay Road Slip Ramp & Road 12.00 4.00
Improvements
71 Walla Walla EW Myra Road at Dalles /Military Road Intersection 3.96 .50
72 Tacoma PS SR 99 /Puyallup River Bridge 30.00 5.00
73 Port of Seattle PS E Marginal /Diagonal & Argo Electronic Gate 12.00 6.00
Access
74 Tacoma PS SR 509/ D Street Ramps 19.00 6.00
75 Everett PS Port of Everett to 1 -5 Freight Improvements 4 30 .40
76 Fife WW Port of Tacoma Road Phase 111 27 80 8 00
77 Renton WW SW 27th /Strander Blvd Connection 47 00 5 00
78 Spokane Valley EW Sullivan Road W Bridge Replacement 19 75 2 00
79 King County PS South Park Bridge Replacement 130 00 5 00
80 Spokane Valley EW Barker Road /BNSF Grade Separation 49 10 10 00
81 Spokane County EW Bigelow Gulch /Forker Road Realignment 24 13 6 00
82 Yakima EW River Road - 6th Avenue to 1 6th Avenue 1 42 0 64
83 Marysville WW 116th Street NE Interchange 42 00 1 00
84 SeaTac PS Connecting 28th /24th Ave S. 18 2 TBA
Total 787.26 115.21
(In Millions)
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H nine percent and 11%, respectively to FMSIB efficient transportation for economic
o partnership projects Over the past decade, the competitiveness, the state, cities and
cities and counties of Washington state have been counties are faced with a 'bill due' on
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FMSIB's partners in improving freight mobility, their previous investment. ))
serving on FMSIB's board, and using local funds to
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leverage FMSIB dollars. Toward a Vision for the Nation's Surface
Transportation System Policies to Transcend
Boundaries and Transition to a New Era)
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Cities and counties work hand in hand with FMSIB
A , to ensure that freight mobility projects remain
{, on schedule and on budget. Local officials often
. _ seek FMSIB assistance with difficult right of way
negotiations. Also, working together, FMSIB and
local jurisdictions find ways to keep large -scale
'\ ! t . s p moving by implementing them in phases
�, to maximize efficient use of money and resources
The struggling economy is making it harder for
Yakima City Council Meeting, Councilman Dave Edler, projects.
l ocal jurisdictions to contribute to freight ro
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preservation liability. We can not risk the loss of these essential links for
our freight system. ))
ii, — Brian Ziegler, FMSIB member, Public Works and Utilities Director, Pierce County
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preservation and maintenance of the existing u
streets and roads, even turning some facilities - . '•
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Approximately 63% of the state's population lives J A in w
in cities and 27% of all trips are on city streets. `
Counties own 46% of total lane miles in the state
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reach their destinations via trucks, trains, ships, Apples being loaded for transport to market m
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on a local road, whether it is a road used for Traffic congestion in 2009 resulted in $33 billion m
hauling hay, or a local street providing access to a in additional costs to trucks carrying our nation's cI)
deepwater port. goods to supplier, manufacturers, and markets D
according to the Texas Transportation Institutes m
Agriculture is a significant economic sector in 2010 Urban Mobility Study. m
the State of Washington. This sector relies on c"n
all components of the freight network trucks, The American Trucking Associations reports that z
railroads, ships, barges, and ports. Washington's there are 3 5 million truck drivers in the United -n
agriculture industry includes 39,284 farms with States, with total industry employment at over m
combined annual revenue of $7 billion and an
8 7 million That means that one out of every 15 1z
average farm size of 381 acres. Washington is a people working in the United States is employed
leading producer of fruits and berries ($2.1 billion); in the trucking industry. Many truck companies o
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grains and beans ($959 million); milk and other are owner - operated and are independents For all
dairy products ($873 million), vegetables and drivers, productivity is key. When they are unable H
melons ($810 million), and cattle ($717 million). to move their freight due to traffic delays, they are
Washington leads the nation in the production of unable to get paid
apples, cherries and pears, and is second in the Nearly every good consumed in the United States
production of potatoes and grapes. is put on a truck at some point. Canada is the
Trucking Transport number one trading partner with the United States:
According to the Coalition for America's Gateways trucks hauled nearly 54% of the goods (in terms
and Trade Corridors, by 2020, the US trucking of value) moved between the United States and
industry will move 3 million more tons of freight Canada in 2008. Trucks also hauled 63% of the
than it hauls today. Professional truck drivers goods moved between the United States and
drove over 400 billion miles in 2005, a 146 percent Mexico, now the third largest trading partner with
increase in 25 years. The Federal Highway the United States
Administration's Freight Analysis Framework (FAF
3) reports that trucking dominates total tonnage of
freight moved in the US at 72 %.
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CC It is essential that we improve the productivity of the transportation
system to move freight without delays, and to improve access for all
modes, including trucks. We must make the investments now that will
keep freight traffic flowing and keep jobs in the State of Washington. ))
— Steve Holtgeerts, FMSIB member, President Hogland Transfer Company, Inc.
20 Who are the State's Partners in Freight Mobility? (continued)
,. Maritime Carriers and Ports
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cn and Innovation: Unleashing the Potential. Maritime
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H Industries. Jean -Paul Rodngue, Hofstra University Port of Everett, Loading Generator Parts
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cc Q freight is discretionary and can be moved by other Snohomish River and Port Gardner Bay off Puget
o routes. Shippers now have more choices about Sound about 45 kilometers north - northeast of the
= the fastest and least expensive way of delivering
Port of Seattle.
their cargo. The time to ship via an all water route is
lessening from Asia to the East Coast. Economics In 2008 (most recent year available), the Port
are now favoring all -water routes to the east coast of Everett welcomed 119 ships and 52 barges
when there is not a strong shipper preference carrying 352.3 thousand tons of cargo. Linked
This is a paradox for the State of Washington directly to the BNSF Railway, the Port of Everett
because our advantage of being a day closer to is near Interstate 5 for easy access to the nation's
Asian markets is narrowing. While trade with Asia highway network The Port of Everett's rail /barge
is increasing, the west and Pacific Northwest are transfer facility, the Mount Baker Terminal, opened
losing market share to all -water routes and to in 2008. Designed for the transport of over -sized
Canada. aerospace parts by rail, vessels bring their cargo to
Port of Everett terminals on Port Gardner Bay to be
Port sector activities are responsible for 8.4 million barged to the Mount Baker Terminal for off - loading
American jobs and nearly $2 trillion in economic to rail car for transfer to the Paine Field Airport.
output Combined, the Ports of Seattle and
Tacoma are the third largest cargo load center in It is estimated that 30,402 jobs in the Everett
the United States. Approximately $70 billion of regional economy are influenced by cargo and
goods flowing through these two ports go to and vessel activity at the Port of Everett.
from international markets. (State of Washington
Governor's Container Ports Initiative- 2011) Over • 12,121 direct lobs are generated by cargo
261,500 jobs statewide are connected to the activity at the Port of Everett.
movement of cargo through the Port of Tacoma
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and Port of Seattle. Many of these jobs are high 14,267 are employed by providing goods and
wage private sector jobs services to the 12,121 individuals directly
involved with port activity
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Data from 2010 show that the Port of Seattle was feed, hay, brewer grain, other agricultural
the sixth busiest United States seaport in TEU's products, and paper Top imports are furniture,
and the ninth largest in terms of dollar value. It was fixtures, apparel, and other consumer goods.
the seventh largest in North America, and the 58th The Port of Seattle has partnered with FMSIB on
largest in the world in TEU's. It is served by 26 several projects Two projects were completed
regular steamship lines, two major transcontinental in 2009, one in 2010, one in 2011, and one
railroads, and 100 trucking companies. underway. These projects include capacity
The port generates 21,695 direct jobs and improvements at SR 518 and a grade separation
7,845 indirect fobs. With $2 5 billion in business at SR 519 (completed in 2009), intelligent
revenue, the port pays $457 5 million in state transportation systems in the Duwamish
and local taxes The private sector employers at industrial area completed in 2010, a grade
the container and cargo handling marine facilities separation at East Marginal Way (completed
generate another 135,100 related jobs in the State 2011), and access improvements to the UP Argo
of Washington. railyard (underway).
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CC For years, we have considered the Asian Trade to be the province of west
coast ports and rails; however, recently there has been a resurgence of
all -water service from Asia through the Panama Canal, which is being
• `` widened to accommodate the world's largest container ships. We must
preserve our strategic advantage in the Northwest by offering efficient
and competitive freight mobility. ))
— John Creighton, FMSIB member and Commissioner, Port of Seattle
22 Who are the State's Partners in Freight Mobility? (continued)
} Port of Tacoma This year, the FMSIB funded Lincoln Avenue grade
1 = separation project was completed. The project
The Port of Tacoma has two primary waterways
El (Blair and Sitcum), both offering a depth of 51 feet raises the road over the nearby railroad tracks in
2 that do not require maintenance dredging. The Port order to eliminate the at -grade conflict between rail
H and heavy vehicular traffic. Also, the FMSIB funded
= of Tacoma handles a variety of cargoes through
0 D Street grade separation and rail realignment,
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cc and lessees. Containers are the fastest - growing completed in 2008, has had positive benefits by
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cover almost 6,500 acres. heart of Tacoma's industrial tide flats to now cruise
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u) stack rail cars, it directly connects to two major The Port of Vancouver USA, situated at the terminus
w transcontinental railroads, BNSF and UP, through a of the Columbia River's deep draft channel, provides
H regional short -line service the Tacoma Rail. a gateway to the river -barge ports of Eastern
"' Oregon/Washington and Northern Idaho It is the
i Economic impact studies link 43,000 direct jobs in transfer and switching center for four major railroad
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Q Port of Tacoma. More than 1,350 Washington state Pacific, Canadian National and Canadian Pacific
O firms import and /or export through the port. Annual Railroads. Terminal 5, the port's newest 218 -acre
1 trade was $29 billion in 2010.
marine terminal, is on a deep -water channel, and
In 2010, the Port of Tacoma handled 1.5 million will have access to two rail lines.
TEUs of containerized cargo and a total value of Because 70 percent of its cargo is transported
international trade of $27.95 billion. Among the by rail, the port's success depends on continuing
cargoes moving through the Port of Tacoma were service from the major national rail lines. The port
over 187,000 automobiles, almost 6.2 million is projecting it will serve 160,000 rail cars annually
metric tons of grain, and 91,000 metric tons of by 2025
breakbulk cargoes. In 2010, there were 1,019
vessel calls at the Port of Tacoma The port's top The Port of Vancouver has invested over $200
trading partners based on two -way trade were million in port infrastructure over the last 10 years.
China /Hong Kong and Japan. Cereals and grains Nearly half of that has been spent on the West
were the top export commodities. Vancouver Freight Access (WVFA) project. Once
completed in 2012, the WVFA project will reduce
congestion on the regional rail system by as much
as 40 percent. The project also will facilitate the
development of the City of Vancouver's urban
waterfront for mixed -use, which is projected to
result in $1.3 billion in investment.
A specific example of how private sector investment
is following the port's investment in freight rail
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�, ! `� expansion of the port's grain facility by United Grain
.,,,;, ; � ,. ! l Corporation (UGC). UGC is expanding its grain
_ operations to include corn and soybeans in addition
Lincoln Avenue Grade Separation, Port of Tacoma to wheat The project is to be completed by 2012.
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southwest Washington, The Port of Vancouver The major rail corridors in the state are:
USA injected $1.6 billion into the regional economy • The north -south corridor parallels the
and its marine business added 290 jobs in the five 1 -5 corridor from the Columbia River to
recession - addled years between 2005 and 2010, Vancouver, BC;
according to a recent economic impact study. • The Columbia River Gorge — running from
Conducted by Martin & Associates and published Vancouver, WA to the east;
in 2011, the study reported that the port generated • Stevens Pass — running from Everett to
2,337 direct fobs in 2010; with total jobs associated Spokane and east, and
with port activities, including indirect employment,
• Stampede Pass — running from Auburn to
reaching 16,996, an increase of 1,416 from Pasco to Spokane and east.
2005. The 2,337 direct jobs produced by the port
paid $116.3 million in wages and salaries, up 17
percent. Port activities contributed $80.8 million in the network on which America's economy rides.
state and local taxes — the exact same amount paid Nationwide, rail moved 13.3 percent of the nation's
in 2005. Strong marine cargo growth in exported freight tonnage.
wheat, scrap metal and mineral exports, combined
with increased wind energy imports contributed to Railroad spending is divided into two categories:
the port's success the cost to run the railroad and the cost to grow
and modernize the rail network. Because
Freight Rail railroads own their entire infrastructure, the
Every year America's freight railroads invest amount of money required to maintain the
billions of their own capital, not taxpayer money, to network is significant.
build and maintain a system that is safe, reliable, Two mainline Class 1 railroads serve the State of
efficient and affordable. Since 1980, railroads have Washington. the BNSF Railway (BNSF) and the
invested $480 billion — the equivalent of more than
40 cents out of every revenue dollar — back into continued on next page
24 Who are the State's Partners in Freight Mobility? (continued)
Union Pacific Railroad (UP). These Class 1 railroads BNSF Railway
J primarily serve the inland transportation component The BNSF Railway is pumping about $100 million
m of the supply chain for large volumes of import and per year in the State of Washington to preserve
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� and expand infrastructure. They have upgraded and
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w shows that rail freight revenue amounted to Washington. These investments and others have
cc $1 2 billion and employed 4,207 people. In 2007,
z the state rail system carried 116 million tons of helped them to gain market share and to increase
cc freight. Of this freight, 56 million tons arrived from volumes and revenue.
z other states and Canada and 23 million tons were A recent article in the Financial Times reported,
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0_ Canada. Farm products were the top commodities transport systems worldwide were caught by
w by weight moved on the state's rail system the sudden surge in Chinese exports, BNSF was
Q followed by lumber and wood. prepared." According to BNSF CEO, Matt Rose,
There is interconnectedness between ports 'We'll spend close to $3 5 billion this year on
L1J H and railroads. Port access must be efficient and investments. Nearly all of those will be long-lived
cc reliable and connect to the rest of the system The assets — locomotives 25 to 30 years, ties 30 years,
majority of the state's cargo is discretionary cargo structures maybe 100 years."
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that can shift to other gateways if shipping to In this same interview with the Financial Times,
these gateways is less expensive and faster. Mr. Rose accepts that the railroads "had been
According to the State Freight Rail Plan, 42% of given up for dead in the 1980's. The airlines really
marine cargo is moved by rail on the landside and replaced railroads as the darlings of the transport
about 40% of the state's rail traffic is related to
port activity.
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sector," he said But, he adds, the railroads were include lumber, fruits, automobiles and trucks,
laying the foundations for a recovery. The railroads manufactured products, grain, chemicals and
dust quietly through the 1980's and into the 1990's import- export consumer products. Union Pacific
went along their own way and spent a lot of moves export soda ash and grain to Kalama and 25
time taking a lot of cost out, producing savings, handles consumer products on double -stack trains
and merging companies together. They really from Seattle and Tacoma. One of the more unique
transformed themselves into a force that could services provided by the railroad is the movement
make money and be able to sustain investment." of municipal trash from Seattle to a landfill in
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Union Pacific Railroad
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The Union Pacific Railroad serves many of the capital investments nationwide In 2010 they o
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invested $2.5 billion in capital UP owns 532 miles m
Seattle, Tacoma, and Kalama, helping to bolster of track in the State of Washington and has 319 �
development and economic stimulation in D
employees Their annual payroll in the state is H
communities throughout the state. Union $23 2 million and they report $95 9 million worth v
Pacific operates two north -south main lines in of in -state purchases. Within the state they D
Washington, with a connection to the Canadian invested $18.8 million in 2010, the most recent Di
rail system. Union Pacific's produce train begins z
data available
in Wallula, Washington, and terminates in Albany, pp
N.Y., making the trip in 124 hours. Each 55 -car `"
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26 Afterword
The Board expresses its appreciation to FMSIB
Chair, Pati Otley, for 13 years of service. This year
marks the last term for Pati's service on FMSIB.
She has been a tireless advocate for freight
mobility in the State of Washington culminating
in her role on legislative study committees and
executive work groups that led to the formation
of FMSIB in 1998. She served since FMSIB's
inception, first representing railroads in her senior
public affairs position at BNSF, and then as the
citizen chair from 2005 -2011. Pati has brought not
only remarkable expertise to her role with FMSIB,
but she has also brought grace and diplomacy with
her leadership.
Freight Mobility Strategic Investment
Board Staff
Karen Schmidt
Executive Director
Marsha Gehring and Donna Veley
Confidential Secretary (shared position)
Annual Report Writing And Design
Lund Consulting, Inc.
Jennergy, Inc.
FMSIB 2011 -13 Projected Project Delivery 27
Projects 2011 2012 2013 -2015 biennium
Oct -Dec Jan -Mar ® -Jul -Sep Oct -Dec Jan -Mar AprJun JW•S(4> Oct -Dec c a n
Marginal-Way r 0
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Ramps, Seattle o
Extension of Pert Road, y
Kennewick 1 Ma Nov ca
South 228th Street - Phase 3 1 - o
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MLK Street (Phase 3)
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Separation and Extension, Renton I i l o
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Separation, Auburn
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(70th phase), Fife Oct Oct
East Marginal Way Oct Jun
East Marginal Way Argo Jun Mar
Port of Tacoma
Road Interchange Ramp Sep "
Port of Vancouver Apr Mar
Rail Access (Phase 14) I
Port of Vancouver
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Myra Road /Military Road, Grade -_-
Separation and Loop, Walla Walla Mar Nov
South Park Bridge, 11 Mar
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Project Completions 3 1 3 2 2
by Quarter
28 Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board Members
cc Pati Otley was appointed citizen chair of FMSIB in 2005, shortly after she retired from three decades
m of involvement in transportation public policy issues. She joined FMSIB in 1998, at its inception,
representing railroads. Pati worked in senior public affairs positions in Seattle for the United States
2 Department of Transportation, Burlington Northern Inc., Burlington Resources, and BNSF. On behalf of
o those entities, she was engaged in a number of civic, business, political, and transportation organizations
and efforts She was part of the legislative study committees that led to the formation of FMSIB and
worked on executive branch transportation efforts Pati has been an effective advocate for public
m and private sector support for improving our freight transportation network to enhance the State of
Washington's economic health
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Clifford Benson retired from Westwood Shipping Lines in 2005, a subsidiary of Weyerhaeuser Company
at that time. His position of Vice President of Operations included: management of the agency networks
and management of the landside logistics for container movement in the United States, Canada, Japan,
Korea, and for a time most of Western Europe. In addition he was responsible for the vessel operations,
including terminal operations At Westwood he also was involved in government affairs and managed
the development, design, and construction of a new class of vessels. He was president of the Puget
Sound Steamship Operators Association. Prior to Westwood Clifford worked in Weyerheauser's pulp
division as plant engineer, plant manager, and regional energy management In the public sector he was
on the Snohomish County Planning Commission and co- chaired the Citizens Advisory Committee of the
Snohomish County PUD during the energy crisis of the mid 70's. In retirement he continues on FMSIB
and is President of Habitat for Humanity Snohomish County.
John Creighton has served on the Seattle Port Commission since 2006. He came to the Commission
with broad experience as a lawyer who worked on complex international transactions in the port cities
of Singapore, Helsinki, and Istanbul prior to returning home to Seattle. During his tenure, Commissioner
Creighton has developed significant expertise in regional transportation and economic policy — he sits on
the Puget Sound Regional Council Transportation Policy Board on behalf of the Port and is chair of the
SR 509 Executive Committee. He has served on the board of Enterprise Seattle, the King County
economic development organization, and is an advisory board member of Seattle's Convention and
Visitors Bureau. Creighton earned a B.A. and M.A. in International Relations from Johns Hopkins
University. He went on to earn his J D from Columbia University and also has a Certificate in
Administration from the University of Washington Business School.
Dave Edler represents cities on FMSIB. He is a Yakima City Council member and former two -term
mayor of Yakima. His family has been in trucking for two generations and they continue to serve that
industry in much of Central Washington He has a great desire to see progress made in enhancing major
freight movement throughout our state. Dave is also a former professional baseball player for the Seattle
Mariners and currently pastors a church in Yakima.
Terry Finn, Executive Director of Government Affairs for BNSF Railway, has served on FMSIB since
2007 and possesses broad experience in government relations concerning transportation policy and
legislation. He participated in the legislative drive to create the state's freight mobility program. His previous
government affairs work as a representative of the Port of Seattle has helped to round out a portfolio 29
heavy in knowledge about rail, marine and truck shipping, and its relationship to the economy of the state 29
Terry serves on freight and rail advisory boards in Washington and Oregon. He learned many of the ins and
outs of government as a former reporter for United Press International covering the state legislature and
Washington's congressional delegation.
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Rebecca Francik earned a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy from Washington State University and a
Master in Library and Information Science from the University of Washington Appointed to the Pasco 0
City Council in 1996, she has been a strong advocate for building and maintaining public systems. Rebecca
is a former board member of the Public Works Trust Fund and currently serves on the Association of
Washington Cities Board of Directors. A nationally board certified teacher /librarian she lives and works o
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Dave Gossett's background is in local government with a strong emphasis in transportation. Prior to 0
his election to the Snohomish County Council in 2001 he spent twelve years on the Mountlake Terrace
City Council including six years as Mayor. He has represented Snohomish County as a member of both
the 1 -405 Executive Committee and the Regional Transportation Investment District Executive Board. He
currently is Chair of Community Transit, providing transit service throughout Snohomish County
Dave's involvement in economic development issues includes being a member of the Puget Sound
Regional Council's Economic Development District Board and an officer of the Greater Seattle Trade
Development Alliance
Paula Hammond is the Secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation since 2007
Hammond manages an agency of 6,800 employees, with responsibility for 20,000 lane miles of highways,
3,500 bridges, general aviation airports, passenger- and freight -rail programs, and the Washington State
ferry system, the nation's largest WSDOT is nearing completion of the state's largest capital program
($15.5 billion) in the agency's 104 -year history, begun in 2003. In her 32 years with WSDOT, Hammond
has worked in all areas of the department's capital delivery, operations, and policy programs. She
graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering and is a
professional engineer.
Steve Holtgreets is President of Hogland Transfer Company, Inc. in Everett. He has worked in the trucking
industry for over 40 years. Steve is a Past President of the Washington Trucking Associations (1997 -1999)
and currently serves as Treasurer of that organization He also serves on the Board of Directors of the
American Trucking Association, and participates as a member of their Safety Policy, Homeland Security,
and Small Carrier committees He graduated from Pacific Lutheran University in 1979, with a degree in
Business Administration, with an emphasis in Operations Management.
Paul Ingiosi is a Budget Assistant to Governor Gregoire in the state's Office of Financial Management
His primary task is assisting in the development of the Governor's biennial and supplemental transportation
budgets Paul's portfolio includes rail and freight, public transportation, information technology, FMSIB,
the Transportation Commission, the County Road Administration Board, and the Transportation
Improvement Board. Originally from the east coast, Paul is a former Assistant Budget Director for the City
of Philadelphia, PA, where he developed and monitored departmental performance measures. He also has
fiscal experience as a budget analyst for the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts and Sciences
30 Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board Members
CC Larry Paulson has been the Executive Director of the Port of Vancouver, USA, since January, 1999
Previously, he was the Deputy Executive Director of the port for 2 years. Before that, he was a practicing
w attorney for 25 years, the last 17 years as a shareholder with the firm of Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt.
He also spent over 31 years in the Air Force, and Oregon Air National Guard, retiring with the rank of
° Brigadier General.
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Brian Ziegler is the Pierce County Director of Public Works and Utilities. He brings 34 years of
engineering and public infrastructure experience to the board. Recently, the American Public Works
Association named Brian as one of the Top Ten Public Works Directors in America He is an instructor in
the Northwest Public Works Institute, assisting in the training of local public works officials.
He worked for the Washington State Department of Transportation for 26 years and was instrumental
in large transportation projects, including the new Tacoma Narrows Bridge and the 1 -705 Tacoma Spur
freeway. Brian represents counties on FMSIB and has chaired FMSIB's Project Selection Committee for
three years.
Brock Nelson has over thirty -five years of experience in the railroad industry. He is a 1976 graduate
from Iowa State University with a BS in Civil Engineering He began his railroad career with the Chicago
and NorthWestern railroad in 1976 where he held numerous positions in the engineering department.
Brock's railroad career also includes 16 years managing environmental compliance programs in various
capacities. Brock is currently the Director of Public Affairs for the States of Oregon and Washington and
is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
FMSIB Completed Projects 31
Agency Region Project Name - n
WSDOT PS -F SR 519 Intermodal Access Project (Phase 1) c c n
Port of Seattle PS -F East Marginal Way Ramps Fa
Port of Tacoma PS -F Lincoln Avenue Grade Separation (Phase 1)
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WSDOT PS -F SR 509 /Port of Tacoma Road Grade Separation c,
Port of Longview WW Port of Longview Alternate Rail Corridor n
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Kelso WW Allen Street Bridge Replacement n
Port of Everett PS -F California Street Overcrossing to Port of Everett 0
Everett PS -F 41st Overcrossing /Riverfront Parkway (Phase 1)
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' Union Gap EW Valley Mall Boulevard Extension m
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Auburn PS -F South 277th Street Grade Separations (BNSF & UP) 0
Puyalup PS Shaw Road Extension
Prosser EW Wine Country Road
Port of Pasco EW SR 397 Ainsworth Avenue Grade Crossing
Tacoma PS -F D Street Grade Separation
Auburn PS -F 3rd Street SW BNSF Crossing
Kennewick EW Columbia Center Boulevard Railroad Crossing
Pierce County PS -F 8th Street East /BNSF Grade Separation _
Tukwila PS -F 180th Street Grade Separation
Colville EW Colville Alternate Truck Route
Walla Walla EW SR 125/SR 12 Interconnect (Myra Road Extension)
Port of Kalama WW Port of Kalama Industrial Park Bridge
Everett PS -F East Marine View Drive Widening (Phase)
WSDOT PS SR 18 Weyerhauser Way to SR 167 Truck Lane (Phase)
Kent PS South 228th Street Extension & Grade Separation
Seattle PS Duwamish Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) (Phases 1 & 2)
WSDOT EW US 12/124 to SR 730 Walla Walla
Port of Kalama WW Grain Terminal Track Improvements
DOT -Pasco EW US 395 Hillsboro Street Interchange
Pierce County PS Cross Base Highway (phase 1)
Bremerton WW SR3/304 Transportation Improvement Project
WSDOT- Sumas WW SR 9 — SR 546 /Nooksack Road Vicinity to SR 547 /Cherry S
Moses Lake, Grant Co. EW SR 17 Pioneer Way to Stratford Road Mobility
Longview WW SR 432 Improvement /3rd Ave Off - Ramp Widening
Fife PS 70th and Valley Avenue (Valley Ave Phase)
Snohomish Co PS Granite Falls Alternate Route (Phase 1 ROW)
Fife PS Pacific Highway East / Port of Tacoma Road to Alexander Avenue
Woodinville PS SR 202 Corridor Improvement - SR 522 to 127th Place NE (Phase 1)
Everett PS I-5/41st Street (Phase 1)
Spokane EW Freya Street Bridge
Port of Vancouver WW Port Rail Access (Phase 1)
Longview WW SR 432/SR 433 Turn Lane Improvements
41 Completed Projects Valued at more than $371 Million
FMSIB share $112.7 Million
Contact Information
Freight Mobility Strategic Investment Board
Post Office Box 40965
1063 Capitol Way S • Room 201
Olympia, WA 98504 -40965
360.586.9695
www.fmsib.wa.gov
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• hree years ago, a group of conservative leg- Today, new ways of thinking about public safety —some of them
islators from California slipped off to Texas. rooted in game theory, behavioral economics and sociology —are
Among the purposes of their visit was to challenging the perceived wisdom about how to improve public
learn more about a new approach to control- safety and reduce incarceration rates.
ling crime. The strategy involved investing in Game theory seeks to understand what constitutes a rational
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community corrections, not new prisons. The course of action in situations where other people's responses
somewhat surprising thing was that the plan had been developed determine outcomes. For decades, academic game theorists have
in Texas, with strong support from conservatives. Texas, after all, explored how promises, commitments, threats, the elimination
is a state that prides itself on being tough on crime. It executes of options, and other tactics can affect outcomes and the result -
more inmates than any other state and incarcerates the highest ing "equilibrium." In Texas and in a growing number of states
percentage of its population of any big state. and cities across the country, policymakers have found a smarter
For two decades starting in 1985, Texas had built prisons with approach based on a new generation of research that applies
gusto, increasing by 300 percent the number of inmate beds. But insights from the world of game theory to the criminal justice sys-
in 2007, when Gov. Rick Perry produced a budget that asked the tem. It's still a very new concept, but the resulting body of work
Legislature to appropriate $523 million in additional funding is pointing policymakers toward new and potentially transfor-
for three new prisons —with more prisons to follow — legislators mative ways of improving public safety while reducing the num-
balked. Instead, lawmakers decided to invest $240 million in ber of people behind bars. It also grapples with one of the most
diversion and treatment. By all accounts, this approach has been notable —and appalling— features of what some have called the
working. There have been declines in ongoing crime. Parole viola- current era of mass incarceration: its destructive effect on many
tions have plummeted. Prison overcrowding has eased. African- American communities.
Texas' success intrigued the California delegation, but it didn't "Our crime rates have been dropping for nearly 20 years," says
inspire them to follow suit. Facing a strong prison workers' union, Madden, "but we still have a greater demand for prisons. Why
opposition from district attorneys and a general unwillingness to is this ?"
relinquish the one tool —being tough on crime —that had worked A number of cities and states are asking the same thing. In
for the GOP in the Golden State, the Californians listened but left response, elected officials across the nation from both political
with no game plan. "I think they honestly wanted to get some- parties have begun to examine ways to replace a "tough" correc-
thing done, but they really felt they couldn't do anything," says tions policy with a "smart" one.
Texas Rep. Jerry Madden, who was at the meeting as one of the
architects of corrections reform in his state. "There were too he U.S. incarceration rate -700 state and federal
many other influences they had in their system. It was almost an prisoners for every 100,000 residents —is by far
impossible situation for them." the highest rate of incarceration in the devel-
Today, California's corrections system is a trainwreck. The oped world. It wasn't always so. In the first half
state prison system is so overcrowded that the U.S. Supreme of the 20th century, U.S. incarceration rates had
Court recently ruled that conditions violated the Constitution's hovered around 110 per 100,000 residents. Then came the crime
8th Amendment ban on cruel and unusual punishment. Unable explosion of the 1960s. In 1962, the United States experienced 4.2
to balance its budget, California is currently in the process of murders per 100,000 residents. By 1964, the homicide rate had
shipping 40,000 state inmates to county jails. Texas, meanwhile, climbed to 6.4, and by 1972, it was 9.4. Robberies were even worse.
has become a model for corrections reform. Last year, at least In 1959, the rate was 51.2 for every 100,000 residents; by 1968,
11 states, including Arkansas, Kentucky, Ohio and North Carolina, the rate had nearly tripled. Crime, the political scientist James Q.
undertook similar sweeping corrections reforms with the inten- Wilson concluded, "had assumed epidemic proportions."
tion of limiting the growth of their prison populations. This year, Wilson looked primarily to cultural changes to explain this
states as diverse as Georgia, Oklahoma, Missouri and Hawaii are explosion in criminality However, he posited another cause as
expected to take up corrections reform based on ideas that have well, as did the University of Chicago economist Gary Becker:
played out successfully in Texas. Crime was rising because the risk of punishment was falling.
"The Texas story helped spawn a wave of reforms around the Crime was up but the number of prison beds was down. By 1974,
country" says Adam Gelb, who directs Pew's Public Safety Per- the "average" punishment per committed burglary was four days
formance Project. "We hear over and over, `If Texas can do this, of incarceration. The average punishment per committed aggra-
[the approach] can't possibly be soft on crime "" vated assault was eight; for robbery 28. In short, crime increas-
' Cost clearly has been a major impetus for reform. Between ingly "paid." That gave rise to a straightforward solution: Incar-
1985 and 2008, state prison populations nearly tripled. According cerate more people for longer periods of time. States went on a
to the Vera Institute of Justice, corrections spending rose even prison - building spree.
faster, by more than 600 percent. It now makes up 7 percent of By 1996, the United States had regained the level of punitiveness
state general fund spending. But cutting costs is only part of the (as calculated by dividing crimes committed by punishment given
story. Ideas matter too. When crime began to spike in the 1960s, out) of 1962, the year before the crime spike of the 1960s began.
criminologists and public policy experts responded with a simple Crime, meanwhile, had begun to fall. Although academics differ on
and compelling proposition: Lock away more people for longer. the details, most agree that increased imprisonment played a sig-
36 GOVERNING 1 February 2012
G A M E C H A N G E R S
nificant role in the lowering of crime numbers. But as • , , y ` -
the crime rate declined, something odd occurred. By , � l �
2008, some 2.3 million Americans were in prison or jail, f - +• _ - =T y
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1 percent of the adult population. Forty percent of the - ` - - y - . _ .
inmates were black. What had happened? 'iv -
Ohio State University law professor Michelle ! 1' M - ►
Alexander offers at least one answer: the misguided Apr -1111 r4
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war on drugs. In her book, The New Tim Crow: Mass - L '
Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness, she notes ' SAN. '
that "drug offenses alone account for two- thirds of
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than half of the rise in state prisoners between 1985 '
and 2000 ?' As a result, 500,000 of the people behind 1
bars today are serving time for drug offenses— versus - _ -
fewer than 50,000 in 1980. And that, she argues, has
had implications for African- Americans. "Nothing'
she writes, "has contributed more to the systematic -
mass incarceration of people of color in the United - I
States than the War on Drugs ?' -
The panic surrounding the emergence of crack -�, 1 - ,-
cocaine in the 1980s was, she suggests, a media -cre- , . "a ,
ated phenomenon. Had the war on drugs really been r --
about drugs, then "the drug war could have been One in three African - American men is now under the control of the
waged primarily in overwhelmingly white suburbs criminal justice system, a major shift since the 1960s.
or on college campuses. SWAT teams could have rap-
pelled from helicopters in gated suburban communities and raided America polices minority communities. "We are destroying the 8
the homes of high school lacrosse players known for hosting coke village in order to save it," he writes. But where Alexander sees
and ecstasy parties after their games ?' That it did not, she says, racism, Kennedy sees misunderstanding. The notion that crack o
reveals the truth about the drug war: "The War on Drugs, cloaked was created by the government, a persistant belief among parts m
in race - neutral language, offered whites opposed to racial reform of the black community, is wrong, he says. The belief among cops a
a unique opportunity to express their hostility toward blacks and that residents of America's most dangerous communities are 6
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black ro ess without being exposed to the charge of racism:' "uncaring, complicit, corrupt, destroyed" is also wrong. p g p g g, p p Y g o
There is some truth to Alexander's interpretation. When crack What's right, he believes, is an approach that he and a group d
first appeared, some of the reportage was overstated and over- of police, probation officers and others developed in Boston in
wrought. But there also was unprecedented violence associated the mid- 1990s. Instead of targeting drugs or gangs, Boston tar -
with the street markets where crack was sold. In the new book, geted violence.
Don't Shoot: One Man, A Street Fellowship, and the End of Violence The shift in focus happened almost by accident. Kennedy and
in Inner - City America, author David Kennedy, a professor at the two other researchers wanted to work with the Boston Police
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, strongly disputes the claim Department to understand and disrupt youth access to guns. The
that the "moral panic" sparked by crack was overblown. Some department brass sent them to talk to the anti -gang unit. There
people, Kennedy writes, believe "it was never really that bad, that they heard stories about an amazing approach in Dorchester
the public and political and law enforcement response was just called Operation Scrap Iron. It had started as a conventional col-
a fevered overreaction." The reality, he says, is that the crisis was laboration between the Boston Police Department; the federal
even worse than most people realize. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms; and the U.S. Attorney's
Kennedy got a first -hand look at the crack market 25 years ago, Office. The agencies targeted "straw" buyers who bought guns
at Nickerson Gardens, a 1,000 -unit housing project in Los Ange- and then sold them to underage kids. But by the end of the opera -
les. "I've never been so scared before or since," writes Kennedy of tion, neighbor gang members were voluntarily dropping guns off
the day spent walking through the project with two police patrol- at the anti-gang unit. Even more extraordinary, they were going to
men. "My lizard hindbrain knew instantly that if they were some- the police to report when other gangs were hoarding guns. What
how magicked away all that would ever be found of me would be was happening?
my bleached bones ?' (In fact, he later realized, the dealers had Kennedy realized that the authorities —gang unit officers, pro -
been scared of him; they saw a white guy in the projects in a suit bation officers and Boston's so -called street workers (in effect,
and thought, "Fed. ") To Kennedy, what was unfolding in the Nick- former gang members turned social workers) — already knew who
erson Gardens of America was like "the end of the world" the small subset of truly violent gang members were. Reducing
Kennedy shares Alexander's belief that, with or without the gang violence wasn't about ending poverty, shrinking the number
war on drugs, something has gone terribly wrong with the way of guns or some other huge social issue; it was about getting to
February 2012 1 GOVERNING 37
Avg. Annual ch Chnge State of Reform
in population, 2000-2008
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Federal States across the country are moving forward with aggressive reforms to their corrections
State systems. Last year, at least 11 states enacted legislation reforming corrections. By
Minnesota 6% emphasizing such best practices as risk -based sentencing and increased use of
West Virginia 1 intermediate sanctions and community supervision, particularly for non - violent drug
Arizona offenders, states are avoiding major new expenditures, as shown by the map below.
Kentucky
Florida
Indiana Reform ler:Matron requires first -lima property Between 2000 and 2009. Kentucky's Reforms will avert a
Colorado and ding (Handers le serve probation prison population gnaw by 45 percent- projected 1,400 increase
' North Dakota _ - and participate in lrealmenh, gives pderity By changing drug laws. embracing in the prison population
Pennsylvania --++I placement in community corrections risk assessment and other reforms., and reduce it by more
Oregon _ .� programming to those offenders most !ikety Kentucky will save taxpayers an than 3,600 inmates. saving
to benefit from them; and creates statewide estimated 5422 million over 10 years. North Carolina more than
Idaho standards for probation. The taw will avert a y n9
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projected 3.000- rnmato increase. avoiding wiii be reinvested In efforts to reduce five years.
South Dakota 5500 million in prison conatmction and recidivism among substance - abusing
North Carolina (peahen costs, and reducing corrections offenders.
Virginia spending by S78 million by 2015.
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Rhode Island ' IL $578 million
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Texas of these and other reforms Lest year. Texas legislators thresholds. amending
Kansas has not been quant[ned, the agreed to maintain the 2007 penalties for IoW - level dig u
Michigan LegrethIUre cul the corrections criminal justice reforms. Reforms to community crimes, using evidence-
department budget for FY 2012 Experts expect that Texas' supervision systems based risk assessment a
Delaware by 524 million. stale officials also focus an community and changes in parole and other reforms are z
Illinois decommissioned (mother state services will allow it to keep eligibility are expected protected to save Arkansas
Maryland prison, effective next month. This the prison populaIlon stable to save Louisiana 5875 million in prison
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this small group of bad actors. What the police had done during ventions illustrate the three ideas central to Kleiman's proposed
Operation Scrap Iron was to talk directly to this group. They'd approach: concentration on the worst offenders, substitution of
told the most violent gang, the Wendover Street crew, that every- swift and certain punishment in place of severe punishment, and
one would be all over them until the violence stopped. Then they direct communication of deterrent threats. Central to Kleiman's
made good on the threat, using every tool possible — probation work is the insight that "swift and certain punishment, even if not
checks, public drinking arrests, drug tests, curfew enforcement, severe, will control the vast bulk of offending behavior."
area and association restrictions —until the violence stopped. By Hawaii's Opportunity Probation with Enforcement (HOPE)
the end, the gang was so eager to return to the status quo that experiment offers a striking example of how this works. Started in
they were coming to police when other groups threatened them 2004 by Judge Steven Alm, HOPE identifies probationers at high
so that they wouldn't get violent. Wendover Street had started risk of reoffending — probation and parole violations account for
policing itself. about a third of prison admissions —and warns them that they will
It didn't last. Still, Kennedy was intrigued. Gang members be subjected to frequent, randomized drug testing. Positive tests
did not enjoy a reputation among academics as rational actors. will result in an immediate but short return to jail, sometimes
Economists had long since established that crime doesn't pay very simply for the weekend. The results have been dramatic: HOPE
well. (Contrary to the popular imagination, drug dealers selling probationers are 55 percent less likely to be arrested for a new
cocaine earn sums equivalent to working elsewhere at the mini- crime and 53 percent less likely to have their probation revoked
mum wage.) People who committed crime, economists theorized, than parolees in the control group.
had poor self - control and short time horizons. But Scrap Iron sug- What is particularly striking about HOPE is how few resources
gested that when authorities delivered a clear warning that cer- are needed to enforce compliance. In game theory terms, Hawaii
tain, specific activities were off limits —not "don't be in a gang" or has moved from a high - violation, high - punishment equilibrium to
"don't sell drugs" but rather "don't use guns to kill people" —and a low - violation, low- punishment equilibrium. In short, it tipped,
followed up on the threat, gangs would listen and comply. just as it had in Boston and other cities where Kennedy -style
As an experiment, the group Kennedy was working with intervention operations worked. Not surprisingly, the National
decided to try it with one of the city's most violent gangs, the Institute of Justice recently announced plans to replicate HOPE.
Vamp Hill Kings. Representatives from the police, probation Programs are getting under way in Clackamas County, Ore.; Essex
agency, the U.S. Attorney's Office, and the Suffolk County District County, Mass.; Saline County, Ark.; and Tarrant County, Texas.
Attorney's Office convened a forum with gang members (who Kleiman also emphasizes the importance of concentration.
were brought into a courthouse by street workers and probation "Concentration," he finds, "outperforms equal- opportunity sanc-
officers) and explained in respectful tones the new rules of the tioning." By identifying the worst offenders, warning them of the
game —no violence or else. To underscore the threat, the group new zero - tolerance rules for certain activities and then enforcing
pointed to the fate of Freddie Cardoza, a member of another gang, the policy, authorities can "tip" violations downward. As viola -
the Humboldt Raiders. Cardoza, whom Kennedy describes as tions within the targeted group fall, authorities can then extend
"pretty much the city's worst badass," had ignored a similar mes- the zero- tolerance policy to new groups of potential offenders.
sage. Officers stopped him and found a single bullet in his pocket, Strategies that combine direct communication, concentration
a no -no for a convicted felon. Cardoza was sent to prison for 15 of resources, and swift and certain sanctions clearly work (though
years. The room went quiet. Then Boston went quiet. questions remain about exactly how they work). Kennedy and
Kleiman make a convincing argument that not using these tools is
B oston's crime decline made Kennedy a star. In itself a choice —and not a good one. A growing number of policy -
the years that followed, Kennedy has used this makers seem to agree. After his disappointing meeting with Cali -
same basic intervention in cities nationwide. But fornia Republicans, Madden recalls thinking, "I will know I have
UCLA professor Mark Kleiman argues that the made it when I get invited to talk in California." He got his invita-
principles has applied in the field have tion last October —to speak at an event with Gov. Jerry Brown.
a broader application to the criminal justice system as a whole. The message he would deliver to any public official interested
Economists who study crime often frame their discussions in following the Texas model is to figure out what your desired
with a simple equation: The social cost of crime equals the cost of results are, measure how well you are getting there and require
crime plus the cost of crime control. Framing it this way makes an that the programs show their results toward that goal. "If you
important point. Arrests, prosecutions, incarceration —the things could take a rate of return to prison that was 30 percent for a cer -
that many public - sector managers spend their time measuring— tain type of criminal," he says, "and reduce that to 20 percent —if
are actually costs. The benefit is crime reduction. Framing mat- you can put a program out there that can keep people from com-
ters thusly encourages policymakers to consider questions such miffing serious offenses —then you can have a huge impact." G
as the following: First, how much crime control is too much?
Second, what if we could achieve the same level of control at a Email jbuntin @governing.com
lower cost?
In his book, When Brute Force Fails: How to Have Less Crime
and Less Punishment, Kleiman makes a compelling case that the GOVERNING Read excerpts from Alexander, Kennedy
and Kleiman's books at.
answer to the second question is that we can. Kennedy's inter- • 1 1 governing.com /gametheory
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• unique industry is flourishing in Brookville, # _
Pa., an old lumber town about 80 miles - .
northeast of Pittsburgh. The sounds of I •' . ` • /
buzzing saws are emanating from a mod -
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ern - looking warehouse on the grounds of
I the Brookville Equipment Corp. (BEC). Inside, workers i
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are cutting through the body of a streetcar that's clearly "
seen better days. Sitting next to it on the factory floor is I r to
an old yellow streetcar, polished to look new. It basically +' is. BEC is in the business of restoring old streetcars, and ' ' .. ` _, • j ^ L
these days, that's a booming business. : .. ,
America is experiencing what U Transportation ''N -.
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Secretary Ray LaHood calls a "streetcar revival:' Street- s . , 111 '
cars, also called trolleys or trams, were a common sight - 1 1
in U.S. cities at the beginning of the 20th century. But ;. f
by the 1960s, they had all but been forgotten, mostly ---- ti , 11.------ replaced with buses. In 2001, Portland, Ore., revived li ,I� . �� _.r-Tr
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them by opening a downtown line with brand -new - r I _
cars. According to BEC transportation sales director 4 `
Joel McNeil, some 40 cities in the U.S. and Canada t. 1 -
are currently exploring or planning new systems. The I h ' f ' . • t '
• American Public Transportation Association actually ? ` I , `` y�
puts that number at more than 80. I •
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assembl y li ne. A small but growing number are using `i
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old- fashioned streetcars as part of their fleet. Retrofitting -
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period streetcars may seem like a frivolous idea, espe .,...■
ciallywith local government budgets so tight. But many , • r __
city planners disagree. In Philadelphia, where a discon-
tinued streetcar line on Girard Avenue is being brought
back to life, officials decided to use restored streetcars r�
"at the request of certain advocacy groups," according to f
Byron Comati, director of strategic planning and analysis + ' for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transit Authority. - f The city contracted with BEC to restore and _
rehabilitate 18 vintage 1947 Presidential Conference "' i�:
Committee cars. They look just as they did 65 years • ' -, 4 Or'
ago, but now have air conditioning and are compliant ; ` -..r.- - �_ • 1
with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Comati char- ..ter - , 4f vs. •
acterizes the streetcars in Philadelphia as comfortable -"t r;_ ?1:t ' � , �� �� �.. -�''
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and quaint. "You're not going to get better service from ■
them, but a different kind of service," he says. - _ -
For Philadelphia, running the overhead cable -which "'r
powers the electric streetcars - through the streets and —��
under bridges has caused some headaches for its transit '•' 1 _
agency. And while the vintage trolleys have been modi-
fied for wheelchairs, getting the disabled on and off is
I
Left: Three dilapidated streetcars await -
restoration at the Brookville Equipment Corp. -
in northwestern Pennsylvania. .. it• - - •
Top Right: A worker repairs damaged body parts. r
Bottom Right: To rehabilitate a streetcar chassis . Y
that's well over 60 years old, damaged parts are '" : _ �`� �` ._ .
cut out and replaced with new metal. It takes y N •I
12 to 18 months to fully restore a vintage trolley. - .
February 2012 I GOVERNING 47
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, a slow process that can lead to delays. Still, the impact
r' -' of bringing old streetcars back to Philadelphia has been
+ overwhelmingly favorable According to Comati, the line
has been instrumental in bringing back to life an old, run-
i
down neighborhood known as Port Richmond.
t :' �.. : /� 4 f a 1` Behind many of these streetcar projects is the desire
' tY, `'.4 to revitalize neighborhoods. When Portland built its
Oft , NIP line in 2001, the city hoped it would encourage tran-
sit oriented development. The line has done just that.
a + ,i Today, it is credited with leading to $3.5 billion in new
I _ construction, 10,000 residential units, and more than
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5 million square feet of office and hotel space. Even
though it's still under construction, the New Orleans
Streetcar project has already stimulated hotel renova-
,
tions, new apartment construction and retail projects
along Loyola Avenue. The city currently operates three
_ streetcar lines using vintage and replica trolleys, which
-'�� _ the city's transit authority calls "a piece of movable New
Orleans history"
;_ ,* 1 �. `` r Back at BEC's facility, work on rehabilitating a typical
"�
1 streetcar can take from 12 to 18 months to finish, accord-
11W ing to McNeil. Some of the original trolley cars are in
such poor condition that just bits and pieces remain by
t - the time all the work is finished. But the level of detail
i 1 !. �-- ''� on the restored cars is exacting, right down to the origi-
: 4 r "• •.' l �~ nal paint colors on the exterior and light fixtures on
. the interior.
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w R v. future. Clearly there are a finite number of old cars avail -
1 L __ _ NO able for restoration. That's one reason the company has
" "�' C'� ' �` � � _ . developed a prototype of a modern streetcar. It plans to
i-; bid on new projects under way in Atlanta; Cincinnati; .
r ' k i1 `' r a _ Seattle; Washington, D.C.; and elsewhere.
-. � ; we - ¶ _ . / - Still, there is no question that the look and feel of
"= - - - -- "' an old -time trolley on a city street has an appeal quite
unlike any other when it comes to public transit. When
} San Francisco shut down its fabled cable cars for major
renovation work in 1982, it knew it needed to offer a
historic alternative. Vintage trolleys soon started rolling
I down Market Street with hordes of tourists aboard, and
• in 2000, they appeared on the waterfront with service to
Fisherman's Wharf. G
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Jy GOVERNING See more photographs of vintage trolley
and streetcar renovations at:
;' g\ 1 11 governing.com /streetcar -rehab
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.1 Top left: Sparks fly as a streetcar roof is repaired.
` Middle left: A car body nears completion.
" "" Bottom left: A worker prepares the underside of
a streetcar for sandblasting.
Right: Brookville craftsmen are experienced
at complete interior and exterior restoration.
Existing propulsion equipment is refurbished or
replaced with modern running gear.
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when it entered service in 1912. The
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to its original condition by Brookville
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Politics +Policy ECONOMIC ENGINES 1 '
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By Alex Marshall
The Luxury of Upkeep
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Why does the world's richest society look and feel like a third -world country?
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- .'' ' - lower- quality public environment, one
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J that would not be tolerated in France,
at
Germany or Japan. It was already ironic
_ that Cambridge, a rich, liberal city that
' lavishes praises on the public sector, put
w _ ;t om e , �. up with it. Regardless, the chronic main-
-- - tenance cutbacks in this country result
4 ~`� in shoddy - looking and poor - performing
infrastructure systems, more accidents and
a negative impact on economic capacity
One explanation may be our budgeting
-2 process. States and cities generally pay for
maintenance from annual operating bud-
'.'" gets. You can't borrow money to repair a
- " - - pothole. That leaves the pots of money set
�_ aside as tempting targets.
"Maintenance budgets are one of the
rr r .-- r . ' first places mayors and governors look
I. - -
`ni'" - for money to fill budget shortfalls," says
-, William Reinhardt, editor of Public Works
r Financing. "That's because the effects
of underfunding maintenance are not
immediately obvious."
In contrast, states and cities borrow
. money to build new roads, bridges and train
. lines. It can be tempting to use the money
that would have gone for maintenance to
w pay the interest costs on bonds sold to build
I. y new stuff Political pressures come to bear
• ., i, Has good maintenance as well. Developers and real estate interests
become an expense we often clamor for new highways and other
can no longer afford? infrastructure, and fund politicians who
- support them. While citizens whine about
. potholes, they rarely vote on that basis.
ake a look around your com- Americans traveling to other developed Whatever the reason, peculiar budget -
munity and I bet you'll see countries notice the difference, as do for- ingpractices occur. Atransit manager at a
pothole filled roads, rusting eigners when they come here. major American city told me a revealing
bridges and decaying train sta- A German graduate student once told story during a tour:
tions. It is rare, rather than the rule, to me he was amazed at the poor roads, side- "See those lights," said the official,
see unblemished asphalt, gleaming rail- walks and other features in Cambridge, pointing to some bulbs within some
ings and bright platforms. Yet we are, by Mass., where we were both living and rusting metal frames hanging over the
all estimates, one of the richest societies studying at the time. platform. "It would only cost about $1,000
in the world. What gives? "It looks like a third -world country a year to maintain those well. We can't
First of all, although my evidence is here," he said. "Apparently, no one cares:' get that. So instead, we will wait until
largely anecdotal, I have no doubt that I don't think that is the case, but I do they rust out and fail completely. Then
the state of affairs I describe above is true. think we have become accustomed to a we will replace them, at a cost of perhaps
22 GOVERNING I February 2012
URBAN NOTEBOOK '
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By Tod Newcombe i
$100,000." This is poor governance and
poor economics, to say the least. Becoming a Resurgent City
"Every dollar spent in keeping a good Springfield, Mass., wants to replicate its prosperous peers' success.
road good precludes spending $6 to $14
to rebuild one that has deteriorated," says It's a familiar story: Many of America's great industrial cities have watched employ -
Reinhardt. "This is another example of meat, income and population plummet over the past 50 years as manufacturing jobs
kicking the can down the road —a case of have fled to the suburbs and foreign shores. Yet, for a few of these cities, the 21st
bad governing that has a huge future cost" century has been a period of rebirth, and Springfield, Mass., wants to tap in to the
Over the past decade, New York City secret of their success.
has trimmed money for maintenance Springfield is New England's fourth largest city. In 1960, one -third of its workers
and cleanup on the subway and bus sys- were employed in factories. Today, most of the m anufacturing jobs are gone, replaced
tems, even though this is what got the partly by service jobs that pay less. Springfield's poverty rate is 23 percent, and the
city and subway system in such trouble median income for families has declined more than 15 percent in the past 30 years.
in the 1970s and 1980s. You can already
see the difference. ti; '7 --t:. ,m = s ■ 0 .. _, :.ti
Another significant reason for so much P V i
crumbling infrastructure is our fractured - p! l, ` " , •
political economy, where lines of author- 1 -. -. 1 r , r _Y ' J z ' "" i _ �
ity are unclear. City hall maybe nominally ! ' • (: ` ` nd 1 ti t
in charge of city streets, but on a day-to- — 1 3— f I I , _ 1
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day basis, private utility companies for `• + � , a .•.04,1 I F ..• •
phone, gas, electric, cable and Internet �' _ - "i 4. pm: service are the ones tearing up the streets.
Not being in the road business, their A vibrant, booming Springfield, circa 1910
repair jobs aren't always the best. Some ,wr._., •_ - t >_:
times such companies will tear up a street
immediately after it has been resurfaced, To find out how other post-manufacturing cities turned things around, Springfield
because coordination between private partnered with the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston in 2008 to examine 25 "mid- cities,"
and public departments is difficult. that like Springfield, have a population of 100,000 - 250,000, and once saw 30 to 50 per- .f
Finally, a squishier reason may be our cent of all its residents employed by factories. The report, Lessons from Resurgent Cities,
antigovernment predilections. We have found 10 cities' turnaround efforts stood out These cities had better economic perfor-
known of mayors or council members mcmce, higher median income and a growing, more ethnically diverse population. -
"
thrown out of office for "wasting" money Building on the stud public- and private-sector leaders in S r Spring formed
g" Y g 5'• I p• �
- on fancy court buildings or city halls. This City2City, an organization whose mission is to visit some of these resurgent cities to
bias against quality trickles down. Public- find out what can be replicated. " have found a tremendous level of deep collabora- z
sector architects and civil engineers have tion that crosses between the public and private sector." says Paul Robbins, a member
told me of features being cut out of prof- of City2City who blogs about the visits for its daily newspaper, The Republican.
ects, even if they save money, because they So far, the group has visited Grand Rapids, Mich., and Greensboro and Winston-
"look expensive." Perhaps good mainte- Salem, N.C. Each city has a different strength, says Robbins. For Winston- Salem, it was
nance seems like aluxury as well. strong political leadership; for Greensboro, it was strong philanthropic leadership;
1 What can be done about it? Criticiz- and for Grand Rapids, its private - sector guidance stood out. But the cities also have
ing is easy; solutions are hard. But here's commonalities. "They had vision, set priorities. knew what industries to focus on and
a shot. Find a way to make sure mainte- w hat part of the city to concentrate on for Ia o�yth;' Robbins explains. "And then had
nance budgets are sacrosanct. Raiding a plan, which was written and then internalized by everybody."
them should be the last option. Second, For Springfield, one big challenge is figuring out how to overcome the tension
make lines of authority clearer when it between the prosperous suburbs and the less fortunate city. Can Springfield join
comes to maintaining public infrastruc- the ranks of other resurgent cities? Yes, according to the Federal Reserve study. In
ture. Perhaps there should be a mainte - each of the 10 cities analyzed, "resurgence required the emergence of leaders who
nance "czar" in charge of such things. worked collaboratively with the various constituencies u-ith a stake in economic
But tell me what you think. I bet you development." For Springfield. that means a lot of community building. Are the sub -
have stories. G urbs of Springfield listening?
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Politics +Policy GREEN GOVERNMENT
By Elizabeth Daigneau
Waste Not, Want Not
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organic waste San Francisco has collected since its weren't producing as much trash.
composting program began more than 15 years ago. Portland's original pilot program, according to Walker,
But things really started piling up just three years ago, found that customers were "generating 30 percent less garbage
when the city mandated composting for all city residents and every month."
businesses. Today, San Francisco collects 600 tons a day as part Ultimately, San Francisco and other composting cities have
of its overall effort to achieve zero waste by 2020. found that it is cheaper to compost than dump garbage, because
San Francisco may have been the first major U.S. city to it extends the life of landfills by saving space. Diverting food waste
mandate composting, but it is no longer the only one. Curbside from landfills also reduces carbon emissions and the risk of poten-
composting has experienced unprecedented growth over the tial groundwater pollution. Plus, the end product of composting
last three years. There are now more than 90 cities with such can be reused and resold as fertilizer.
programs, according to Bruce Walker, solid waste and recycling But curbside composting is likely years off for most municipal-
program manager for the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability ities. Most major U.S. cities still don't even have curbside recycling
in Portland, Ore. Portland launched its curbside composting pro- programs. Nationwide, the recycling rate is only 33.8 percent —
gram in October, joining the likes of Boulder, Colo ; Salem, Ore.; 3 percent of which represents composting of food waste— accord
and Seattle, among other cities. ing to the Environmental Protection Agency.
The motivation behind these programs is simple: maxed -out Portland estimates that its composting program cost about
landfills. Americans generate 250 million tons of garbage per year. $1 million to set up —host of which has been spent on education
Before San Francisco started its composting program in 1996, a efforts explaining how and why to compost. Advocates say those
city study found that more than one -third of all waste entering efforts shouldn't be overlooked: If residents don't know why they
landfills could be composted instead. Today, between composting should be saving organic waste, they're far less likely to do so. G
and recycling, the city diverts 78 percent of its waste from land - ---__
fills. When Portland launched its composting program, it cutback Email edaigneau @governingcom
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