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Durham Transit Plan ILA Material Change for GoDurham Bus Stops
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Date of BOCC Meeting: February 10, 2020
Request for Board Action:
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The Board is requested to consider amending the FY20 Durham Transit Tax Annual Work Plan to add $1,029,000 for purchase of amenities for 50 bus stops and construction of 10 bus stop improvements for GoDurham.
Summary. GoTriangle, on behalf of GoDurham, is proceeding with design work for 50 GoDurham bus stop improvements. This design work is funded by the FY20 Durham County Transit Tax Work Plan. Work has progressed to a point that would allow for construction of 10 bus stops in FY20. GoTriangle is requesting a work plan amendment to fund construction of those 10 bus stops in FY20, in addition to purchasing amenities for all 50 bus stops in FY20. The estimated cost of this amendment is $1,029,000.
Attachments:
Attachment 1: GoDurham Better Bus Stops FY20 Amendment Material Change Memo
Attachment 2: GoDurham Better Bus Stops FY20 Amendment Project Sheet
Alignment With Strategic Plan: The Durham Transit Plan ILA Material Change for GoDurham Bus Stops adheres to Goal 1 “Community Empowerment and Enrichment” by providing Durham residents with better access to educational, vocational, economic and cultural opportunities throughout the community. It also follows Goal 2 “Health and Well-Being for All”, by providing an integrated strategy to improve upon transit mobility, service and access throughout Durham County. Goal 3, “Safe Community”, will be addressed through the consideration of facility improvements for transit travel. Since the Durham Transit Plan ILA Material Change for GoDurham Bus Stops focuses on improving funding for a highly valued and sustainable form of transportation, it will also align with Goal 4, “Environmental Stewardship and Community Prosperity”. Lastly, the Durham Transit Plan ILA Material Change for GoDurham Bus Stops aligns with Goal 5, “Accountable, Efficient and Visionary Government”, as it is focused on improving the quality of service for residents riding transit in the community.
Resource Persons: Brooke Ganser, Planner, Durham City-County Planning, and Scott Whiteman, AICP, Planning Manager, Durham City-County Planning
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board consider Approving the Durham Transit Plan ILA Material Change for GoDurham Bus Stops, Thereby amending the FY20 Durham Transit Tax Annual Work Plan to add $1,029,000 for purchase of amenities for 50 bus stops and construction of 10 bus stop improvements for GoDurham.
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County Manager: ____________________________