Agenda - 11-20-2017 - 7-a - GoTriangle Update on Transit Oriented Development Process and Potential Rail Station Changes

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The second proposed station change is to add a station at the Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC). The new station would be intended to provide better access to the Center and the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. The Transit Plan requires that the addition of any station must be approved by the Orange County Board of Commissioners, Durham County Board of Commissioners, and DCHC MPO Policy Board, and the GoTriangle Board. Go Triangle is requesting formal Board consideration at its December 12, 2017 meeting. The cost of the shift in the Gateway station is currently estimated to be $8 million, and the estimated cost of the new DPAC station is $2.5 million. Since the total light rail project budget was set when the project was approved to enter engineering, both of these changes would have to be accommodated in the current budget if approved. The attached memoranda from Go Triangle further describe these proposed changes. FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no cost associated with receiving the updates. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this agenda item: • 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. Public Transportation provides opportunity for access to jobs and services to many individuals. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends the Board receive the updates and provide any questions. 2