Agenda - 03-01-2016 - 8-b - Update from GoTriangle - Park and Ride Lot and Bus Transfer Facility

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2 and ride facility with 100 parking spaces. GoTriangle has had positive conversations with a church located along US 70 to the east of NC 86 about using its parking lot as a Park-and-Ride, but no agreements have been made. Bus Transfer Facility Specifications A transfer facility is a bus stop or facility located where multiple routes converge. Customers can change from one bus to another, buses can dwell out of traffic and improved passenger amenities are installed. Town of Hillsborough staff has suggested locations along US 70 to the west of NC 86 as possible locations for a transfer facility given the proximity to neighborhoods and commercial centers. There is not a parcel or combination of undeveloped parcels to the west of NC 86 that is both walkable to the neighborhoods and sufficiently sized for a park and ride. GoTriangle recommends pursuing an option in which the park and ride is located separate from the transfer facility. However, the Route ODX and Route 420 would still be able to provide access to the community by stopping at the transfer facility. GoTriangle staff will present the recommendation and alternative scenarios with the BOCC for comment. BOCC Feedback- Staff is seeking any initial feedback that the BOCC may have on planning for a park and ride lot and bus transfer facility in the Hillsborough area. GoTriangle also provided a similar preparatory report to the Town's Board on February 8th. FINANCIAL IMPACT: This item does not have an immediate financial impact. Any future costs for a transfer facility and/or park and ride lot will be funded primarily through the 1/2% public transportation sales tax and to a much lesser extent, federal funds administered through the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization. Costs will vary depending upon the site selected and associated amenities. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this agenda item: Public Transportation provides opportunity for access to jobs and services to many individuals. • GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND INEQUITY The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color; religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential or economic status. • GOAL: ENSURE ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY The creation and preservation of infrastructure, policies, programs and funding necessary for residents to provide shelter, food, clothing and medical care for themselves and their dependents. • GOAL: CREATE A SAFE COMMUNITY The reduction of risks from vehicle/traffic accidents, childhood and senior injuries, gang activity, substance abuse and domestic violence.