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1999, we had a consultant perform a preliminary design study for the Delta Highway <br /> portion of the interchange. While the study showed some merit to improving (widening, <br /> modernizing) Delta Highway at Beltline, there was degradation of traffic conditions on <br /> Beltline. Without policy mobility standards on Beltline being met, ODOT has been <br /> unable to approve any modernization of Delta Highway, since the two facilities are <br /> considered a system. <br /> One of the prime factors in the success of any modernization project is a defined <br /> problem and solution. ODOT has programmed planning funds and STIP funds to study <br /> the section of Beltline, from Coburg Road to River Road, including the DeltalBeltline <br /> Interchange, the Willamette River bridge crossings, access spacing, etc. We hope that <br /> this study will lead to better definition of interim operational and safety improvements <br /> that may help in the short-term and also define long-term modernization needs. <br /> In recognizing these factors and realities, we are showing a placeholder dollar amount <br /> of $1.1 million in the Safety Category for this interchange area. This money can be <br /> used by area partners for short-term system and safety improvements in the area. We <br /> are also clearly recommending that other capital projects be considered for <br /> construction, and as supported in our prioritization matrix. The County will also commit <br /> staff resources to further study and refine the problem and solution at the DeltalBeltline <br /> interchange area and corridor, in conjunction with area partners such as the City of <br /> Eugene and ODOT. <br /> Project Information Sheets <br /> <br /> Attachment 2 to this memo contains more detailed information regarding the projects <br /> considered for inclusion in the draft CIP. These individual project sheets show an image <br /> of the existing road, provide available data, and describe the problem and proposed <br /> solution. The project sheets also describe the funding category and status of the project, <br /> along with how they are rated based on the eleven prioritization factors. We feel that the <br /> project sheets will provide additional information to you, the Board, and the citizens on <br /> each project being considered in the CIP. We hope to carry this effort fonnrard in a web- <br /> based presentation of the projects. <br /> Recommendation <br /> <br /> After reviewing and discussing the information provided in this memo, staff recommends <br /> releasing the Draft 07-11 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) executive summary <br /> tables document for public review in anticipation of a public hearing scheduled for <br /> February 22, 2006. <br /> <br /> ATTACHMENTS: ~'I <br /> Draft Executive Summary Tables <br /> 1- 07-11 Draft CIP Project Prioritization Matrix <br /> 2 -Project Information Sheets <br /> 4 <br /> <br />