NJTPA Transportation Improvement Program Fiscal Years 2014

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NORTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AUTHORITY, INC.
THOMAS DeGISE, CHAIRMAN
AGENDA
March 9, 2015
10:00 AM
NJTPA Office
One Newark Center, 17th floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Inclement Weather Alert*
A.
Open Public Meetings Act Compliance
B.
Salute to the Flag
C.
Roll Call
D.
Keynote Speaker: Assemblyman John Wisniewski, Chair, Transportation and Independent
Authorities Committee
E.
Approval of Minutes
 January 12th Meeting
 February 20th Teleconference
F.
Chairman’s Remarks
G.
Executive Director’s Report
H.
Committee Reports/Action Items**
 Project Prioritization – Freeholder James Lacey, Chairman
1. Approval of Five Minor Amendments to the FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement
Program As Requested by NJ TRANSIT to Utilize Disaster Relief and Resilience Program
Funding (Attachments H.1.a., H.1.b.)
2. Approval of Three Minor Amendments to the FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement
Program As Requested by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to Utilize
Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program Funding (Attachments H.2.a., H.2.b.)
3. Approval of a Minor Amendment to the FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement
Program to Add the Route 9, Georgia Tavern Road Project in Monmouth County
(Attachments H.3.a., H.3.b.)
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In the event of inclement weather, please call the NJTPA at 973-639-8400
Following the Committee Reports, there will be an opportunity for public comment prior to any Action Item vote.
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4. Approval of Two Minor Amendments to the FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement
Program to Add the CR 537 Corridor, Section A, NJ Rt. 33 Business and Gravel Hill Road
Project in Monmouth County and the Bridge Street, Clay Street, Jackson Street Bridges
Project in Essex County (Attachments H.4.a., H.4.b.)
5. Approval of the Scores of Projects in the FY 2016 Project Pool and Authorization to Enter
into Negotiations on the Development of the Transportation Capital Program (Attachments
H.5.a., H.5.b., H.5.c.)
6. Approval of Two Minor Amendments to the FY 2014-2017 Transportation Improvement
Program to Add the Route 1 Northbound, Raymond Road to Aaron Road and the Route 1
Southbound, Route 91 Connector to Route 18 Projects in Middlesex County (Attachments
H.6.a., H.6.b.)
7. Approval of a Minor Amendment to the FY 2014-2017 Transportation Improvement
Program to Add Funding to the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project in
Essex County and the City of Newark (Attachments H.7.a., H.7.b.)
8. Approval of the Initial Financial Plan for the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange
Improvements Project (Attachments H.8.a., H.8.b., H.8.c.)
 Planning and Economic Development, Freeholder Angel Estrada, Chairman
9. Approval of the FY 2016 Unified Planning Work Program (Attachments H.9.a., H.9.b.,
H.9.c.)
 Freight Initiatives – Freeholder Peter Palmer, Chairman
 Federal Policy Update – Freeholder Matthew Holt
I.
Public Participation
J.
Time and Place of Next Meeting: The next meeting of the NJTPA will be held on May 11,
2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the NJTPA Offices at One Newark Center, Newark, NJ.
K.
Adjournment
MINUTES
January 12, 2015
Hudson County Executive and NJTPA Chairman Thomas DeGise welcomed Bergen County
Executive James Tedesco as the newest member of the Board of Trustees.
A.
Chairman DeGise called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. Beverly Morris reported that, in
accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L.1975, adequate notice of this
meeting had been forwarded to the Star Ledger, the Asbury Park Press, the Courier News, the
Daily Record, the Home News Tribune, the Jersey Journal, New Jersey Herald, and the Record.
It was posted in the Essex County Administration Building, Newark, New Jersey, and on the
bulletin board of the Lieutenant Governor, Trenton, New Jersey.
B.
Salute to the Flag
Chairman DeGise led the Board of Trustees in the Pledge of Allegiance.
C.
Roll Call
Following the salute to the flag, Beverly Morris, Central Staff, called the roll. Eighteen voting
members were present. (Attachment 1).
D.
Guest Speaker
Chairman DeGise introduced New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Commissioner
Jamie Fox, who thanked the Board for inviting him to speak. He called for a bi-partisan effort to
develop a bill and raise revenue to address mass transit, potholes, snow removal, trans-Hudson
tunnel congestion and deteriorated bridges. Commissioner Fox said while no one likes to raise
revenue, it is necessary in order to support a competitive economy. He said the tax base and the
retention of a skilled working population depends on investment in transportation, and “now is
the time to act.” The Commissioner asked for help from the members of the Board in pressing
the message to members of the New Jersey Legislature.
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Councilman Michael Yun, Jersey City, said Commissioner Fox particularly understands the
importance of connecting New York and New Jersey. He asked the Commissioner for his
position on a proposed elimination of overnight PATH service and his professional opinion on
how to solve the issue. Commissioner Fox said mass transit is the future of the state, and
eliminating overnight PATH service is not a way he would save money. He said PATH should
not be curtailed, but rather extended to Newark Airport and beyond.
Freeholder Peter Palmer, Somerset County, said the worst way out if this situation would be a
half-baked solution that solves a few problems now and defers the rest “down the road.”
Commissioner Fox said now is the time to bring to the public a package of projects that shows
good stewardship of their tax and toll dollars. He said that any resolution for replenishing New
Jersey’s Transportation Trust Fund (TTF) must include cost saving ideas and necessary reforms.
Chairman DeGise expressed his concern about a new funding formula, implemented last year,
for allocating Local Aid funding to the counties. He said the formula has resulted in significant
financial loss for eight of the NJTPA region’s 13 counties, as well as Jersey City and the City of
Newark. He asked Commissioner Fox if he has any recommendations or if he could pledge to
work with the NJTPA to revisit that formula. The Commissioner said Senate President Stephen
Sweeney and Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto have discussed the issue and want to make sure
any plan contains a doubling of Local Aid. Commissioner Fox noted that both the Sussex County
and Warren County boards of freeholders have endorsed state action to address the TTF funding
problem.
Chairman DeGise asked if the Commissioner will enter into a discussion of the use of center line
miles as opposed to lane miles as a basis for applying the Local Aid funding formula. The
Chairman also noted a shift in Local Aid funding that favors the southern counties.
Commissioner Fox acknowledged this shift, but said an argument can be made that there has
been a large population growth in the southern counties. The Commissioner believes that the
urban/northern based towns have special needs and an equitable balance needs to be addressed in
any TTF plan.
Freeholder John Bartlett, Passaic County, asked about designing a revenue/funding plan that
keeps pace with future needs as gasoline purchases decline and roadway costs increase.
Commissioner Fox said that a consistent revenue stream is a problem that the next TTF renewal
must address, because automobile fuel efficiency is getting better and gas prices are dropping.
He noted that technology for measuring vehicle miles traveled is not yet sufficiently developed
for application to the current problem.
Mr. Tedesco questioned the performance of the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey
(PANYNJ) in executing its core mission to support transportation and transit. He asked
Commissioner Fox where he sees the PANYNJ as a partner in the TTF renewal effort. The
Commissioner said the agency should focus on its core mission of serving port commerce, six
airports, the PATH system and transportation in general. He noted that the efforts of the
PANYNJ to move away from real estate investment were interrupted by the events of September
11, 2001 and the need to rebuild the World Trade Center with insufficient support from other
entities.
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Councilman Yun noted the State’s investment in the area of pedestrian safety and suggested that
driving license tests include questions about the driver’s role in sharing roadways with
pedestrians. Commissioner Fox said that government can only go so far, and that society in
general must teach pedestrian safety as well.
E.
Approval of Minutes
A motion to approve the minutes of the November meeting was made by Middlesex County,
seconded by Sussex County and carried unanimously.
Chairman’s Remarks
F.
Chairman DeGise said the discussion of the need to reinvest in roads, bridges and transit systems
is expanding in the media, the business community and the general public. He said that he
recently participated in a panel discussion of Local Aid funding at the New Jersey Association of
Counties Transportation Summit, along with Hunterdon County Freeholder Matthew Holt and
Monmouth County Engineer Joe Ettore. He noted that Commissioner Fox also spoke at that
event.
The Chairman said infrastructure is getting more attention nationally as well. He referred to the
recent “60 Minutes” story on the nation’s infrastructure challenges. He noted that the broadcast
featured this region’s Portal Bridge, a key chokepoint on the Northeast Corridor, calling it a
“glaring example” of the widespread need to address the nation’s aging and heavily used
infrastructure.
Chairman DeGise said the NJTPA understands how federal investment in transportation
improves the region’s economy and quality of life, and he hopes that the discussion of tackling
this challenge continues to gain momentum at the federal level. He said the NJTPA is poised to
accomplish a great deal in the region if long-term funding solutions get approved in Trenton and
Washington. He pointed out the slate of studies for the Local Concept Development (LCD)
phase of the Local Capital Project Delivery (LCPD) Program, the approval of which was on the
meeting agenda. He said seven of the eight studies will focus on the future of century-old bridges
in the region, and the eighth will look at an aging retaining wall on an important roadway in
Hudson County. He explained that the LCPD Program gives subregions the opportunity to guide
local projects from their initial concept phase all the way to construction. Throughout the
process, the NJTPA and the NJDOT work closely with the counties or cities leading the projects.
Chairman DeGise then noted several highlights from 2014:
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Transportation safety continues to be the highest priority at the NJTPA, working with
state partners to update the federally required Strategic Highway Safety Plan, which lays
the foundation for safety programs and planning aimed at preventing crashes and the
resulting injuries and fatalities.
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The Local Safety and High Risk Rural Roads programs had a record breaking year in
2014, with $31 million in grants approved for 22 projects—both all-time highs.
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The NJTPA continued to make the region safer through its Street Smart NJ pedestrian
safety education campaign. A fifth pilot campaign was launched last summer in Long
Beach Island, and in the fall all four original pilot municipalities—Jersey City,
Hackettstown, Woodbridge and Newark—continued the “Check Your Vital Signs”
campaign for a second year. A new phase of the program will bring the campaign to other
pilot communities this year.
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Over the past year, the NJTPA has continued to do its part to improve the resilience of
the regional transportation system—in particular, working closely with PANYNJ and NJ
TRANSIT to program federal funding related to recovery and resilience challenges
created by Superstorm Sandy.
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In 2014, the vision for a Morris Canal Greenway spanning the region continued to gain
momentum. The NJTPA brought together hundreds of stakeholders, from local historical
societies, canal towns and state agencies, to plan the future of the Greenway. The turnout
at last spring’s Morris Canal Greenway Conference and the ongoing participation on the
Greenway Working Group shows there is a great deal of interest in this project
throughout the region.
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Together North Jersey made great progress during 2014. This effort is entering its final
phase, and the Regional Plan for Sustainable Development will be a significant
accomplishment for the region. Chairman DeGise said the NJTPA and all the subregions
played a very big role in making this happen.
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Several Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) initiatives were approved in
2014, and the funds are helping to bring additional one-seat ride service to Manhattan on
the Raritan Valley Line and the North Jersey Coast Line, as well as expanded summer
service on the Coast Line. Funding for rail rolling stock improvements was also
programmed, and members of the Board got to see first-hand how NJ TRANSIT
maintains its vast fleet of locomotives and rail cars during a tour of the Meadowlands
Maintenance Complex in Kearny.
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Additional CMAQ funding was allocated for the North Jersey Regional Truck
Replacement Program, Morris Canal Greenway bicycle and pedestrian improvements,
retrofitting outdated road construction equipment with clean engines, and making dozens
of traffic lights along one of Ocean County’s busiest corridors work smarter and more
efficiently.
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In 2014, the NJTPA also made great headway on the Connected Corridor initiative,
which is creating the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) architecture for the
statewide transportation system. The final plan will present a shared vision for how
emerging technologies and cutting-edge operational strategies can improve New Jersey’s
transportation system. The plan will be released in the spring.
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Chairman DeGise said that, when it comes to operations and traffic management, there was no
bigger success story in 2014 than the Pulaski Skyway. NJDOT worked closely with the NJTPA,
TRANSCOM, NJ TRANSIT, the Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) and many
others to get the word out about the closing of the New York-bound Skyway and the alternate
travel options available. He said he is happy and surprised to say that, to this point, the traffic
nightmare expected from the Skyway closing has not happened.
The Chairman noted that the meeting marks the halfway point in his term. He said it has been a
pleasure to serve with everyone, and he is very excited about all the things the NJTPA is poised
to accomplish in the year ahead.
G.
Presentation: Local Concept Development Studies
NJTPA Executive Director Mary K. Murphy elaborated on the slate of studies up for approval on
the agenda. She explained that the LCD studies are part of the larger NJTPA LCPD Program,
through which the NJTPA works with each of the subregions on the various stages of project
development and implementation to make efficient use of federal funding to address important
local transportation needs. Ms. Murphy said the program allows the subregions to target funds
based on their local knowledge and expertise. She thanked the subregions, NJDOT and Central
Staff, all of whom were involved in the award of these LCD studies.
Ms. Murphy noted that funding was identified for five of the eight studies, with the other three
being submitted for Board approval should more funding become available. She said the studies
will identify preliminary preferred alternatives for addressing problems on aging facilities,
including seven bridges. With the aid of a slide show, Ms. Murphy briefed the Board on each of
the studies.
The five studies approved for funding include the following:
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Bergen County, in cooperation with Essex County, will be awarded $750,000 to study the
Kingsland Avenue Bridge over the Passaic River in the towns of Lyndhurst and Nutley. This
swing bridge, which was designed to allow the center of the roadway to pivot so boat traffic
can pass through, was built in 1905 and reconstructed in 1986. It faces mechanical problems
and is considered structurally deficient and functionally obsolete.
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Essex County, in cooperation with Hudson County, will be awarded $600,000 to study the
Bridge Street Bridge over the Passaic River in Newark and Harrison. This bridge carries
over 12,000 vehicles a day and serves as an entrance to the Newark Downtown Business
District and an access route to I-280 in Harrison. This movable swing bridge was constructed
in 1913 and last rehabilitated in 1981. It is classified as structurally deficient and functionally
obsolete.
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Monmouth County will be awarded $600.,000 to study Bridge S-31 (known by locals as the
Oceanic Bridge) over the Navesink River in the towns of Middletown and Rumson. Built in
1939, this double-leaf drawbridge is more than half mile long. The structure, which serves as
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a key route for coastal evacuations and emergency vehicles, has deteriorated due to decades
of exposure to saltwater and from accommodating heavier vehicles and traffic volumes than
it was designed for. It is classified as structurally deficient.
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The City of Newark will be awarded $500,000 to study the Central Avenue Bridge over the
Newark Light Rail. This two-lane, bridge accommodates approximately 25,000 vehicles a
day. This bridge was built in 1908 and has been classified as structurally deficient.
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Passaic County will be awarded $600,000 to study the Sixth Avenue Bridge over the Passaic
River in in Paterson, Prospect Park, and Hawthorne. The bridge serves as a key access point
for trucks headed to industrial businesses in the Bunker Hill section of Paterson. It was built
around the turn of the century and is classified as functionally obsolete.
The three projects recommended pending future available funding include the following:
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Hudson County will be awarded $200,000 to study the Retaining Wall and Slope
Stabilization Improvements along Manhattan Avenue in Union City. This road serves as
an access route to the 14th Street Viaduct, the Lincoln Tunnel and points in Jersey City
and Hoboken. A section of the aging wall collapsed during a storm in 2007, necessitating
closures as crews cleared the roadway and stabilized the structure.
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Morris County will be awarded $400,000 to study County Route 510 (Columbia
Turnpike) Bridge over the Black Brook in Florham Park. This road serves as an access
route for Route 10, Interstate 287 and Morristown Municipal Airport. Constructed in
1929 and widened in 1960, the bridge is classified as functionally obsolete.
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Somerset County, in cooperation with Morris County, will be awarded $362,350 to study
the County Route 512 (Valley Road) Bridge over the Passaic River in Bernards and Long
Hill townships. The bridge, which handles about 19,000 vehicles daily, provides access to
Interstate 78 and NJ TRANSIT’s Millington Train Station. The bridge was built in 1931
and is classified as structurally deficient.
Ms. Murphy congratulated the planning and engineering staffs of the subregions for their
commitment to identifying and addressing these important infrastructure needs. She said the
subregions will work closely with NJTPA and NJDOT staff to identify cost-effective, long-term
solutions to these challenges.
H.
Executive Director’s Report
Ms. Murphy provided updates on Central Staff activities. She said the NJTPA is developing the
FY 2016 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), which will guide the work of Central Staff,
the subregions and TMA partners for the state fiscal year beginning July 1st. Ms. Murphy
reported that a draft of the UPWP was distributed and posted on the NJTPA website. She said the
draft reflects all the valuable input that was received to date from Board members, the Regional
Transportation Advisory Committee (RTAC) and the partner agencies.
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Ms. Murphy said the work program continues to reflect the priorities of the Strategic Business
Plan. The draft UPWP includes a task to update the 2010 Business Plan.
Ms. Murphy said other new planning initiatives and proposed programs in the UPWP include
work on performance measures, parking demand management and implementation of the
Together North Jersey Regional Plan for Sustainable Development, as well as modeling of local
travel networks. The draft UPWP also increases funding for the subregions and TMAs for their
work supporting regional planning efforts.
Ms. Murphy noted that the meeting would be followed by a review session to discuss the draft
program with staff. She asked for any final comments to be submitted by January 16th. The final
draft UPWP is slated for approval by the Planning and Economic Development Committee on
February 17th and adoption by the full Board on March 9th.
Ms. Murphy highlighted a few other recent activities:
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In November, the NJTPA hosted the annual meeting of the Metropolitan Area Planning
(MAP) Forum, which includes representatives of Metropolitan Planning Organizations
(MPOs) in the New Jersey-New York-Connecticut metro area. It was formed to
coordinate transportation planning on issues that span state borders or are shared
throughout the region. In addition to MPO representatives, staff from the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) were in
attendance.
The MAP Forum discussed a wide range of topics, including the joint New York, New
Jersey, Connecticut Transportation Vulnerability and Adaptation Initiative that was
launched in response to Hurricane Sandy with the FHWA. It is examining potential
adaptations at 10 pilot sites including three in the NJTPA region: the PANYNJ’s Port
Jersey South in Bayonne; the Route 37 Barnegat Bay Bridge in Toms River and Seaside
Heights; and Route 7 in Kearny.
The forum also featured discussion of progress being made at TRANSCOM in gathering
and making available real time traffic and travel data, various technical planning tools,
and sustainable development planning along both sides of the Hudson River.
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The Together North Jersey effort is in its final “action planning” stage. The Standing
Committees met on December 15th, and another round of outreach will be conducted at
malls, museums and other public spaces in February and March. Nearly all the Local
Demonstration Projects have been concluded and the final reports are posted on the
togethernorthjersey.com website. In the next few months, the final Regional Plan for
Sustainable Development will be taking shape.
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Of particular note are the efforts to finalize awards for the Transportation Alternatives
and Safe Routes to Schools Programs in cooperation with NJDOT and the other MPOs in
the state. Project recommendations should be coming shortly, and special meetings of the
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Project Prioritization Committee (PPC) and the Board will be held later in January to
consider this item and take the necessary action.
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The Project Pool will also be considered at the special meetings. NJTPA staff is working
with NJDOT and NJ TRANSIT on finalizing the Pool, which is the list of projects
eligible for funding in the next Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Staff has
been in contact with the subregions regarding project scores and other issues.
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The NJTPA received national recognition for its cutting edge planning work. A recent
report by Transportation for America, a national alliance promoting infrastructure
investment, cited the NJTPA’s guidebook for project performance measurement as an
innovative model for MPOs across the country.
Committee Reports/Action Items
Project Prioritization – Freeholder James Lacey, Chairman
Freeholder Lacey reported that the Committee considered three items since the last Board
meeting, two of which require full Board Action.
The first item involves approval of studies for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2016 Local Concept
Development Phase of the Local Capital Project Delivery Program. A solicitation for the
program was issued to all of the subregions in June 2014, and eight applications were received
and reviewed by a Technical Review Committee comprised of NJDOT Local Aid, NJDOT
Bureau of Environmental Program Resources and the NJTPA. The review committee found all
eight studies had merit but because of funding constraints only the top five scoring studies could
receive immediate funding. The other three were placed on a “B” list that will go forward when
additional funding becomes available. The PPC recommended approval of this item at the
December Joint Committee meeting, and the Board is being asked to endorse the full slate of
studies, with this funding caveat.
The Freeholder reported that the PPC held a special teleconference on January 9th to consider a
minor amendment to the TIP to add the Prospect Street Bridge Replacement Project in Morris
County. He said NJDOT has requested $4.8 million of STP-NJ funding from unobligated
balances to advance this much needed project to construction in Federal Fiscal Year 2015, and
the addition of this project does not affect the schedule or funding of any other project in the
region. The Committee recommended Board approval of this action.
Freeholder Lacey said that at the December Joint Committee Meeting the Committee considered
approval of the 2014 Route 72/Manahawkin Bay Bridges Financial Plan Update. He explained
that, under federal law, a financial plan must be prepared for projects costing $100 million to
$500 million, and it must be updated annually to reflect changes in project cost. This project
involves the construction of a new parallel structure adjacent to the existing Manahawkin Bay
Bridge, rehabilitation of the existing Bay Bridge, and rehabilitation of three other trestle bridges.
The Committee approved the initial financial plan for the project in 2012 and an update in 2013.
The current update for this $329 million project reflects an increase of $14 million to Contract
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5A, which involves various environmental mitigation components. The Committee approved the
financial plan update, and no further action is needed.
The Freeholder also reported that the Committee held a special teleconference on November 25th
to consider a modification to the TIP requested by NJ TRANSIT. The modification added
Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality funding to the current TIP for enhanced transit services.
These enhancements include adding one-seat ride service on the Raritan Valley Line on weekday
evenings, as well as additional one-seat ride peak service on the North Jersey Coast Line to Bay
Head. The Committee approved the modification and no further action is needed.
Freeholder Lacey said that, also at the joint meeting, the Committee received an update from
staff on the two items that will require special meetings of the PPC and Board: The FY 2016
Project Pool and the FY 2016 Transportation Alternatives Program and the Safe Routes to
School Program.
The Freeholder thanked the Committee members for their time and willingness to meet as
needed to consider these actions.
Action Item 1: Approval of the FY 2016 Local Concept Development Studies
(Attachment 2)
Freeholder Thomas Arnone, Monmouth County, reiterated the importance of addressing the
Monmouth County’s deteriorated Oceanic Bridge, which was built in 1939. He said he cannot
thank the NJTPA enough for its support in the developing the study.
Chairman DeGise noted the large number of bridges deemed functionally obsolete throughout
the region.
A motion to approve the resolution was made by Essex County, seconded by Somerset County
and carried unanimously.
Action Item 2: Approval of a Minor Amendment to the FY 2014 Transportation
Improvement Program to add the Prospect Street Bridge Replacement Project in
Morris County (Attachment 3)
Freeholder Kathy DeFillippo, Morris County, thanked all who worked to add the Prospect Street
Bridge Replacement project to the FY 2014 TIP. She said the recent overnight closing of the
bridge has been difficult for the community there.
A motion to approve the resolution was made by Ocean County, seconded by Morris County and
carried unanimously.
Planning and Economic Development – Freeholder Angel Estrada, Chairman
Freeholder Palmer, Vice Chairman of the Planning and Economic Development Committee,
gave the report on behalf of Freeholder Angel Estrada. The Freeholder reported that the
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Committee considered one action item at the December Joint Committee Meeting. It involves
approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the region’s MPO neighbor to the
north—the Orange County Transportation Council (OCTC). He explained that, as a result of the
2010 Census, a portion of the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Urbanized Area, which is under the
jurisdiction of the OCTC now extends into Passaic County, New Jersey. To meet federal
requirements, the NJTPA is entering into an agreement with the Orange County MPO to
continue coordination of planning activities that cross the state line and to continue to honor the
state boundary for funding formulas. The OCTC approved the MOU in November.
Freeholder Palmer reported that, also at the meeting, the Committee heard two presentations
from the subregions on recently completed studies funded through the NJTPA’s Local
Government Capacity Grant Program as part of Together North Jersey. He said the first
concerned the Hudson County Bikeshare Feasibility Study that will inform a business plan for
implementing a bike share program. The effort included extensive public outreach to identify
potential bike docking stations. Next Freeholder Holt briefed the Committee on the Hunterdon
County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), an effort that coordinated the
public and private sectors to create an economic roadmap to diversify and strengthen the
County’s economy.
Freeholder Palmer said that Staff updated the Committee on the progress of the development of
the FY 2016 Unified Planning Work Program and the Connected Corridor, the federally
mandated effort to update New Jersey’s ITS architecture and integrate ITS systems throughout
the state. The final report for this effort will be issued later this year.
Freeholder Palmer noted that the first evening one-seat ride to Manhattan on the Raritan Valley
Line would occur that night. He said he greatly appreciates the work of Rich Roberts, NJ
TRANSIT, for his efforts to make it happen.
Action Item 3: Memorandum of Understanding: Metropolitan Planning Organization
Boundaries and Coordination of Transportation Planning and Programming
Between Orange County Transportation Council and North Jersey Transportation
Planning Authority (Attachment 4)
A motion to approve the resolution was made by Somerset County, seconded by Middlesex
County and carried unanimously.
Freight Initiatives – Freeholder Peter Palmer, Chairman
Freeholder Palmer reported on the activities of the December meeting of the Freight Initiatives
Committee. He said the Committee heard three very informative presentations. Guest speakers
addressed two critical economic challenges regarding goods movement to and from the nation’s
ports. The Freeholder said these two issues are basic to the needs of any port—the need for wellfunctioning truck chassis in good repair, and the need for qualified and experienced drivers. He
said shortages of both are becoming a national problem, causing delays and confusion in the
freight industry and increasing costs to the larger economy.
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The Freeholder said the first guest speaker, Bernard Vaughan, Flexi-Van, provided an overview
of the current state of the truck chassis market in the Port area and a view of short and long-term
options for supporting this vital element of the goods movement sector in the region. Mr.
Vaughan noted that new approaches to leasing, as well as strong capacity for chassis rebuilding
and access to capital are keeping the truck chassis market strong in our region.
Freeholder Palmer said the Committee next heard a presentation by Tom Adamski, First Coast
Logistics, who detailed the growing shortage of qualified drivers and the obstacles to recruiting
new drivers. Drivers looking to enter the field face difficult working conditions and regulatory
challenges regarding hours of service, inspections and other issues.
The Freeholder said, also at the meeting, Jakub Rowinski, NJTPA, provided an overview of the
NJTPA Pilot Freight Concept Development Program. This program will establish a process for
advancing regional and local freight initiatives that have been identified through planning studies
conducted by the NJTPA, the subregions and planning partners. Mr. Rowinski said two pilot
projects have been selected for the initial Program Development and Pilot Phase: the Dover and
Rockaway Rail Realignment Project, which was identified in the Morris County Freight
Infrastructure and Land Use Analysis Subregional Study, and the Phillipsburg South Main Street
Bridge Rail Clearance Project, identified in the NJTPA’s Morris/Warren County Rail Corridor
Study.
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Public Participation
Chairman DeGise reported that a press conference regarding the recent proposal to discontinue
overnight PATH service was recently called by Mayor Steven Fulop of Jersey City and held at
the Grove Street PATH station. Attendees included Hudson County mayors, Senator Robert
Menendez, and Congressman Albio Sires. The Chairman urged the PANYNJ to back away from
the proposal, saying it would force many trans-Hudson riders on both sides of the Hudson to
seek alternative modes that are not as safe or reasonably priced. The Chairman said he
understands the problem of funding and revenue constraints, but curtailing a core service is not a
good idea. He said it is not a coincidence that commercial development, jobs and revenue
converge along the PATH line. He called upon the PANYNJ to acknowledge this.
There were no comments from the public, and the public portion of the meeting was closed.
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Time and Place of Next Meeting
Chairman DeGise announced that the next regular meeting of the NJTPA Board will be held on
Monday, March 9, 2015, at 10:00 a.m., at the NJTPA offices at One Newark Center, Newark,
NJ.
L)
Adjournment
At 11:25 a.m., motion to adjourn was made by Middlesex County, seconded by Warren County
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Attachment 1
Meeting of the Board of Trustees
Attendance Record: January 12, 2015
Subregion/Agency
Bergen County
Essex County
Hudson County
Hunterdon County
Jersey City
Middlesex County
Monmouth County
Morris County
Newark
Ocean County
Passaic County
Somerset County
Sussex County
Voting Members/Alternates
Hon. James Tedesco III
Peter Botsolas
Hon. Joseph DiVincenzo
Sanjeev Varghese
Hon. Thomas DeGise
Sue Dziamara
Hon. Michael Yun
George Ververides
Hon. Thomas Arnone
Hon. Kathy DeFillippo
Gerald Rohsler
Phillip Scott
Hon. James Lacey
Frank Scarantino
Hon. John Bartlett
Hon. Peter Palmer
Walt Lane
Hon. Richard Vohden
Tom Drabic
Union County
Warren County
Governor’s Office
NJDOT
NJ TRANSIT
Port Authority of NY & NJ
Citizen’s Representative
Other Attendees
Mike Debiak
Jim Yeager
Nickitas Alexiades
Bob Werkmeister
Glen Schetelich
Staff & Others
Donna Orbach
Derek Sands
David Antonio
Naomi Hsu
Tony Gambilonghi
Joseph Ettore
Jack Nata
Michael Lysicatos
Liza Betz
Hon. Jason Sarnoski
David Dech
Tyler Yingling
David Kuhn
Richard Roberts
Jared Pilosio
Not represented
ARCADIS
Baker
Dewberry
GPI
Hardesty & Hanover
Bob Sanders
Lou Venech
2
Sean Oroho
Ronnie Piccolo
Stephen Dilts
Tim Severinsen
Jon Livingston
Bakari Lee
Kirk Weaver
Brian Thompson
Tony Panzarino
Juan Rojas
Larry Higgs
Vic Mattola
Nicole Pace
Don DiZuzio
John F. Ciaffone
Gina Zamiskie
Cameron Black
Various Members of Central Staff
Hardesty & Hanover
Hatch Mott MacDonald
HNTB
HNTB
Jacobs Engineering
McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC
Michael Baker International
NBC New York
Parsons
Port Authority of New York & New Jersey
Star Ledger
Stokes Creative Group
Stokes Creative Group
T&M Associates
TransOptions
Transystems
Union County
NJTPA
Attachment 2
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF STUDIES FOR THE FY 2016 LOCAL
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT PHASE OF THE LOCAL
CAPITAL PROJECT DELIVERY PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, Inc. (NJTPA) has been
designated by the Governor of New Jersey as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for
the northern New Jersey region; and
WHEREAS, the Local Capital Project Delivery (LCPD) Program is a competitive
program that provides funding to all fifteen member subregions of the NJTPA to conduct studies
to identify preliminary preferred alternatives for proposed transportation projects and prepare
these projects for eventual construction with Federal and/or State funds; and
WHEREAS, this preparation involves completing the multi-step Capital Project Delivery
Process which was developed by the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT); and
WHEREAS, this process is designed to streamline project development and provide a
common and consistent framework for federally funded projects at the local, regional and State
level; and
WHEREAS, there is $3.2 million in federal STP-NJ funding for the initial Local
Concept Development (LCD) Phase of the LCPD Program programmed in the FY 2016 element
of the FY 2014 - 2017 TIP; and
WHEREAS, all 15 subregions received a solicitation notification in June 2014 inviting
them to submit applications for the FY 2016 Program; and
WHEREAS, eight LCD applications were received and reviewed by a Technical Review
Committee (TRC) comprised of Central Staff, NJDOT Bureau of Environmental Program
Resources and NJDOT Local Aid Offices; and
WHEREAS, the TRC recommends five studies as noted in the attached list “A” for the
FY 2016 LCD phase of the LCPD Program as well as a secondary list “B” comprised of three
studies should additional funding become available; and
WHEREAS, no action authorized by the NJTPA shall have force or effect until ten (10)
days, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays excepted, after a copy of the minutes of the
meeting of the Board of Trustees has been delivered to the Governor for review unless prior to
expiration of the review period the Governor shall approve same, in which case the action shall
become effective upon such approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the North Jersey Transportation
Planning Authority hereby approves the attached list of studies for the Local Concept
Development phase to be funded for FY 2016; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the New
Jersey Department of Transportation for submission to the Federal Highway Administration.
Attachment 3
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF A MINOR AMENDMENT TO THE FY
2014 – 2017 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM TO ADD THE PROSPECT STREET
BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, the NJTPA formally adopted the FY 2014 – 2017 Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) on September 10, 2013; and
WHEREAS, the NJTPA on September 24, 2012 approved a Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) among the NJTPA, the New Jersey Department of Transportation
(NJDOT), and NJ TRANSIT on procedures to amend and modify the State Transportation
Improvement Program (STIP) and the NJTPA TIP; and
WHEREAS, the TIP may be revised any time; and
WHEREAS, according to the MOU the addition of a project to the TIP constitutes a
minor amendment; and
WHEREAS, the NJDOT is recommending adding the Prospect Street Bridge Replacement
Project over the Morristown Line, Morris County to the TIP; and
WHEREAS, federal funds are available for this purpose through STP-NJ unobligated
balances and fiscal constraint is maintained; and
WHEREAS, this amendment is exempt from an air quality conformity determination and
does not impact the current conformity determination; and
WHEREAS, Congestion Management Process requirements do not apply to this action;
and
WHEREAS, consistent with NJTPA public participation procedures, the NJTPA has
provided opportunities for review of this action, and
meeting of the Board of Trustees has been delivered to the Governor for review, unless prior to
Planning Authority hereby approves the specified minor amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017
Transportation Improvement Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution is forwarded to the New
Attachment 4
DRAFT RESOLUTION: APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING:
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
BOUNDARIES AND COORDINATION OF
TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING
BETWEEN ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
COUNCIL AND NORTH JERSEY TRANSPORTATION
PLANNING AUTHORITY
designated by the Governor as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the northern
New Jersey region; and
WHEREAS, the Orange County Transportation Council (OCTC) is the MPO for the
Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, New York Urbanized Area; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the 2010 U.S. Census, a portion of the PoughkeepsieNewburgh, New York Urbanized Area (UZA 89) now extends into Passaic County, New Jersey
and hence a section of Passaic County near Greenwood Lake is now part of this newly expanded
UZA 89; and
WHEREAS, under 23 CFR 450.312, the federal transportation regulation pertaining to
Metropolitan Planning Area boundaries, where part of an urbanized area served by one MPO
extends into an adjacent Metropolitan Planning Area, the MPOs shall, at a minimum, establish a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that clearly identify areas of coordination and the
division of transportation planning responsibilities among and between the MPOs; and
WHEREAS, the NJTPA has previously acknowledged the new Census-designated UZA
89 boundary through an endorsement of the New Jersey Department of Transportation Revised
Urban Area Boundary on March 11, 2013; and
WHEREAS, the OCTC and the NJTPA have previously notified one another of their
intent to jointly acknowledge responsibility for metropolitan planning on their respective sides of
the New York/New Jersey State line, and that they will continue to coordinate planning activities
on issues that cross this border; and
WHEREAS, the OCTC and the NJTPA have previously agreed that the boundary
between the two MPOs, as well as their respective Transportation Management Areas (TMAs),
will remain at the New York – New Jersey State Boundary; and
WHEREAS, to help ensure continuity of federal funds and help support project delivery,
the OCTC and the NJTPA agree to abide by the methodologies and processes used to allocate
federal funds to the respective UZAs, MPOs and TMAs, thus providing for Federal and State
formulas to continue to follow the New York – New Jersey State Boundary and not the
Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Urbanized Area Boundary; and
WHEREAS, entering into this MOU serves the best mutual interest of the OCTC and the
NJTPA, and satisfies the federal requirements pertaining to written agreements (MOUs)
between the MPOs under such circumstances as described herein; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the North Jersey Transportation
Planning Authority hereby approves this Memorandum of Understanding between the Orange
County Transportation Council and the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority
regarding Metropolitan Planning Organization Boundaries and coordination of transportation
planning and programming, and hereby authorizes the North Jersey Transportation Planning
Authority Board Chair to execute this Memorandum of Understanding on its behalf.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this resolution and attachments be
forwarded to the New Jersey Department of Transportation and NJ TRANSIT for submission to
the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration.
MINUTES
February 20, 2015
A.
Hudson County Executive and Chairman Thomas DeGise called the meeting to order at 10:00
a.m. Beverly Morris reported that, in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter
231, P.L.1975, adequate notice of this meeting had been forwarded to the Star Ledger, the
Asbury Park Press, the Courier News, the Daily Record, the Home News Tribune, the Jersey
Journal,New Jersey Herald, and the Record. It was posted in the Essex County Administration
Building, Newark, New Jersey and on the bulletin board of the Lieutenant Governor in Trenton,
New Jersey.
B.
Roll Call
Beverly Morris called the roll. Fifteen voting members were present on the call (Attachment 1).
NJTPA Executive Director Mary K. Murphy noted that there were members of the public present
in the NJTPA Board Room.
C.
Action Item
Approval of Projects for the 2014 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), Including
Safe Routes to School (SRTS) (Attachment 2)
Chairman DeGise asked for comments from the Board and from the public. Richard Roberts, NJ
TRANSIT, said the agency was choosing to abstain on the vote. He explained that NJ TRANSIT
wanted further clarification on two TAP projects with potential impact on NJ TRANSIT’s
facilities.
The Chairman asked Central Staff to address Mr. Roberts’s concern. Ms. Murphy said all the
projects recommended for funding had been vetted through the New Jersey Department of
Transportation (NJDOT) project selection process, and Central Staff is confident in all selected
projects. She said she would follow-up after the meeting with NJ TRANSIT and NJDOT.
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Chairman DeGise noted that the special teleconference was necessary because approval of the
item was time-sensitive. Ms. Murphy explained that the NJTPA was trying to coordinate its
approval of the region’s TAP/SRTS projects with that of the other New Jersey Metropolitan
Planning Organizations in order to advance all the state’s projects as quickly as possible. The
Chairman said an abstention by NJ TRANSIT should be respected, and he urged the NJTPA and
NJDOT to work with Mr. Roberts to make that sure any questions from NJ TRANSIT are
answered. The Chairman noted that approval of such worthy projects should not be held up. Ms.
Murphy said NJDOT is anxious to have them approved, and the NJTPA will work with NJDOT
and NJ TRANSIT to resolve any issues.
A motion to approve the resolution was made by Hunterdon County, seconded by Sussex County
and carried with 14 affirmative votes. NJ TRANSIT abstained.
D)
Time and Place of Next Meeting
Chairman DeGise announced that the next regularly scheduled meeting of the NJTPA will be
held on Monday, March 9, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., at the NJTPA offices at One Newark Center,
Newark, NJ.
E)
Adjournment
At 10:10 a.m., motion to adjourn was made by Monmouth County, seconded by Morris County,
Attachment 1
Board of Trustees Special Teleconference
Attendance Record: February 20, 2015
Subregion/Agency
Bergen County
Essex County
Hudson County
Hunterdon County
Jersey City
Middlesex County
Monmouth County
Morris County
Newark
Ocean County
Passaic County
Somerset County
Sussex County
Union County
Warren County
Governor’s Office
NJDOT
NJ TRANSIT
Port Authority of NY & NJ
Citizen’s Representative
Other Attendees
Bakari Lee
Jack Kanarek
John Mullen
Daniel Ortega
Various Members of
Central Staff
Voting Members/Alternates
Peter Botsolas
Sanjeev Varghese
Hon. Thomas DeGise
Hon. Matthew Holt
Sue Dziamara
Hon. Michael Yun
Staff & Others
Naomi Hsu
Teri O’Connor
Hon. Kathy DeFillippo
Gerald Rohsler
Frank Scarantino
Mike Lysicatos
Walt Lane
Tom Drabic
Hon. Angel Estrada
Tyler Yingling
Dave Kuhn
Richard Roberts
Jared Pilosio
Not represented on the Board
at this time
Thomas A. Wospil
McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC
Dewberry
McCormick Taylor
Operating Engineers 825
NJTPA
Attachment 2
DRAFT RESOLUTION: APPROVAL OF PROJECTS FOR THE 2014
TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM,
INCLUDING SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL
WHEREAS, the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) was established by
Congress in 2012 under the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21) and is
funded through a set-aside of the Federal-aid Highway Program; and
WHEREAS, eligible activities for TAP funding include those formerly funded through
the federal Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program, which had its specific set-aside eliminated
under MAP-21, and the State of New Jersey opted to continue its SRTS program with TAP
funding; and
WHEREAS, TAP provides an opportunity for eligible applicants to apply for federal
funding for the construction of community based “non-traditional” projects designed to
strengthen the cultural, aesthetic, and environmental aspects of the nation’s intermodal system;
and
WHEREAS, the SRTS Program provides an opportunity for eligible applicants to apply
for federal funding for the construction of infrastructure that will enable and encourage all
children grades K-8 to walk and bicycle to school safely; and
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) sent out
solicitation notifications in March 2014 inviting eligible applicants to submit for both programs;
and
WHEREAS, the NJDOT received 177 applications in the NJTPA region (94 non-SRTS
and 83 SRTS); and
WHEREAS, a Technical Review Committee comprised of NJTPA Central Staff, the
NJDOT Division of Local Aid, Division of Traffic Engineering and Safety and the Bureau of
Environmental Program Resources reviewed the applications; and
WHEREAS, within the NJTPA region, the NJDOT has agreed to fund the top-scoring
non-SRTS TAP projects with a funding total of $11.183 million; and
WHEREAS, within the NJTPA region, the NJDOT has agreed to fund the top-scoring
SRTS projects with a funding total of $4.478 million; and
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WHEREAS, the recommended projects address the goals of the TAP and SRTS
programs as defined; and
Planning Authority hereby approves the attached list of projects for the Transportation
Alternatives Program, including Safe Routes to School.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the New
Jersey Department of Transportation for submission to the Federal Highway Administration and
to the counties of the selected applicants.
Attachment H.1.
Attachment H.1.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF FIVE MINOR AMENDMENTS TO THE FY
PROGRAM AS REQUESTED BY NJ TRANSIT TO
UTILIZE DISASTER RELIEF AND RESILIENCE
PROGRAM FUNDING
WHEREAS, according to the MOU the addition of a project to the TIP that does not
trigger conformity analysis constitutes a minor amendment; and
WHEREAS, NJ TRANSIT is requesting the addition of five projects related to Superstorm
Sandy that will utilize recently awarded Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program Tier 3 funding:
Delco Lead Safe Haven Storage and Re-inspection Facility Project; Hoboken Long Slip Flood
Protection Project; NJ TRANSIT Raritan River Drawbridge Replacement Project; NJ TransitGrid
Project; Train Controls-Wayside Signals, Power & Communication Resiliency; and
WHEREAS, federal funds (FY 2014 FTA Section 5324 Public Transportation
Emergency Relief Program Funds) are available for this purpose and fiscal constraint is
maintained; and
WHEREAS, this minor amendment is exempt from an air quality conformity
determination and does not impact the current conformity determination; and
and
Planning Authority hereby approves the specified minor amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution is forwarded to NJ
TRANSIT for submission to the Federal Transit Administration.
Attachment H.1.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of Five Minor Amendments to the
FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement Program
As Requested by NJ TRANSIT to Utilize Disaster Relief and Resilience Program Funding
Action: In order to program funds to meet current project needs, NJ TRANSIT is requesting the
following minor amendments to the FY 2014 – 2017 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
to include recently awarded Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program Tier 3 funding.
Background: According to the TIP Memorandum of Understanding, the addition of a new project
into the TIP requires action by the NJTPA Project Prioritization Committee and the NJTPA Board
of Trustees. These minor amendments are for the addition of five projects related to Superstorm
Sandy that will utilize Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program Tier 3 funding in the FY2014 –
FY 2017 TIP.
Supporting documents and pending TIP pages are attached.
Minor Amendments:

T907
Delco Lead Safe Haven Storage and Re-inspection Facility Project
NJ TRANSIT is requesting the programming of $184.494 million of FY 2014 Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) Section 5324 Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program Funds
for this project. This project will consist of a safe haven storage facility for rail rolling stock
located along the Northeast Corridor south of the New Brunswick Station. ($184.494 million)
 T908
Hoboken Long Slip Flood Protection Project
NJ TRANSIT is requesting the programming of $146.548 million of FY 2014 FTA Section
5324 Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program Funds for this project. The project
will reduce the risk of flooding to Hoboken rail yard (and the City of Hoboken) by filling a
deteriorated inlet inside the rail yard. This project will also improve disaster response and
recovery by constructing new tracks and boarding areas on the filled area. ($146.548
million)
 T909
NJ TRANSIT Raritan River Drawbridge Replacement Project
5324 Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program Funds for this project. The project
will replace the North Jersey Coast Line’s aged and deteriorated Raritan River Drawbridge,
which was damaged by Superstorm Sandy, with a new bridge that is less vulnerable to storm
surge and flooding. ($446.312 million)
 T910
NJ TransitGrid Project
5324 Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program Funds for this project. This project
will create a microgrid power generation and distribution system as a backup to the regional
power network, allowing transit systems to function during storms or other times when the
centralized power grid is compromised. ($409.765 million)
 T911
Train Controls-Wayside Signals, Power & Communication Resiliency
NJ TRANSIT is requesting programming of $88.903 million of FY 2014 FTA Section 5324
Public Transportation Emergency Relief Program Funds for this project. This project will
protect and make resilient vulnerable train signal, communication, and switch systems
required for safe train operations on multiple rail lines. ($88.903 million)
Justification for Action: Approval of these minor amendments to the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP will
allow the projects to proceed towards authorization and the funds to be utilized.
Staff Recommendation: Central Staff recommends approval of this action.
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Transportation Improvement Program Fiscal Years 2014 - 2017
Routes:
Name:
Mileposts:
Delco Lead Safe Haven Storage and Re-lnspection Facility Project
DBNUM: T907
Funding is provided to build the Delco Lead Safe Haven Storage and Re-lnspection Facility. The Delco Lead is
located along the Northeast Corridor (NEC) adjacent to the CONRAIL "Delco Secondary". The Safe Haven
Storage will provide resilient storage that will protect equipment against damage resulting from a storm. The
Service and Inspection Facility will facilitate the rapid return of equipment to service following a storm event. The
source of the local funding is theState Transportation Trust Fund (TTF).
Municipalities: Various
RCIS Category: Not Available
Counties: Various
Project Type:
Sponsor: NJ TRANSIT
Not Available
Est. Total Project Cost: (Million) $0.000
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
ERC
SECT 5324
DATE SUBMITTED: 1/16/2015
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $184.494
2015
2016
$4.800
$179.694
$4.800
$179.694
2017
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes:
Name:
DBNUM: T908
Mileposts:
Hoboken Long Slip Flood Protection Project
Funding is provided to reduce the risk of flooding to Hoboken Rail Yard and the City by filling the deteriorated
"Long Slip" inlet inside the rail yard. This project would also improve disaster response and recovery by
constructing new elevated tracks and boarding areas on the filled area. The elevated position of these tracks and
platforms will permit rapid recovery of commuter rail services to and from Hoboken Yard and its associated
Hudson Bergen Light Rail {HBLR}, Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH), and ferry service. It will allow continued
passenger service while the yard is being decommissioned in preparation of a major storm, and again as the yard
is being restored for passenger operation after the storm. This allows NJ TRANSIT to operate longer and recover
more quickly from storm events. The source of local funding is the State Transportation Trust Fund (TTF).
Counties: Various
Project Type:
Sponsor: NJ TRANSIT
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
ERC
SECT 5324
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $146.548
2015
2016
$2.100
$144.448
$2.100
$144.448
2017
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes:
Name:
DBNUM: T909
Mileposts:
NJ TRANSIT Raritan River Drawbridge Replacement Project
Funding is provided to replace the aged and deteriorated Raritan River Drawbridge on the North Jersey Coast
Line (NJCL). The Raritan River Drawbridge was damaged by Superstorm Sandy. The drawbridge will be replaced
with a more resilient structure that is less vulnerable to storm surge and flooding. This will enhance the reliability
of the NJCL. The source of the local funding is the State Transportation Trust Fund (TTF).
Counties: Various
Project Type:
Sponsor: NJ TRANSIT
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
ERC
SECT 5324
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $446.312
2015
2016
$1.650
$444.662
$1.650
$444.662
2017
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Name:
DBNUM: T910
Mileposts:
Routes:
NJ TransitGrid Project
Funding is provided to create a "microgrid" power generation and distribution system. NJ TRANSITGRID will be
capable of supplying highly-reliable power during storms or other times when the centralized power grid is
compromised. NJ TRANSITGRID will incorporate renewable energy, distributed generation, and other
technologies to provide resilient power to key NJ TRANSIT stations, maintenance facilities, bus garages, and
other buildings. NJ TRANSITGRID will also provide resilient electric traction power to allow NJ TRANSIT trains on
critical corridors, including portions of the Northeast Corridor, to continue to operate even when the traditional grid
fails. This project will directly benefit NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak. The source of the local funding is the State
Transportation Trust Fund (TTF).
Counties: Various
Project Type:
Sponsor: NJ TRANSIT
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
ERC
SECT 5324
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $409.765
2015
2016
2017
$1.300
$15.300
$393.165
$1.300
$15.300
$393.165
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes:
Name:
Mileposts:
DBNUM: T911
Train Controls-Wayside Signals, Power & Communication Resiliency
Funding is provided for the Train Controls infrastructure resiliency project. The project involves rail line resiliency
efforts for certain assets that are vulnerable to storm events, including critical life-safety signal and
communications systems. NJ TRANSIT's ten commuter rail lines and the light rail lines were impacted by
Superstorm Sandy. They lie in coastal and inland floodplains where storms could overtop the trackbed and
potentially flood and damage critical signal, power and communications systems used to control train speed,
switches and track choice, and following distances for safe operations. The source of local funding is the State
Transportation Trust Fund (TIF).
Counties: Various
Project Type:
Sponsor: NJ TRANSIT
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
ERC
SECT 5324
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $88.903
2015
2016
$1.600
$87.303
$1.600
$87.303
2017
2018-2023
MPO:
PROJECT: Delco Lead Safe Haven Storage and Re-lnspection Facility Project
DBNUM: T907
TRACK #: NJT-T907-0-A-2014
TYPE OF PROJECT CHANGE: Project Phase Addition
ACTION TAKEN: NJ TRANSIT is requesting an amendment to add this program to the Transportation Improvement Program in the
NJTPA region, and to add $184.494M of FY 2014 FTA Section 5324 Public Transportation Emergency Relief
Program Funds.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
This action adds funds to accommodate NJ TRANSIT's FTA Hurricane Sandy funding request. Funds will be used for a safe
haven storage facility for rail rolling stock located along the Northeast Corridor south of the New Brunswick, NJ station.
MPO ACTION REQUIRED: Action requires MPO board approval
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: This action adds new funding to the TIP/STIP.
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
MPO:
PROJECT: Hoboken Long Slip Flood Protection Project
DBNUM: T908
TRACK #: NJT-T908-0-A-2014
ACTION TAKEN: NJ TRANSIT is requesting an amendment to add this project to the Transportation Improvement Program in the
Program Funds.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
This action adds funds to accommodate NJ TRANSIT's Hurricane Sandy funding request. This project will reduce the risk of
flooding to Hoboken rail yard and the city
by filling a deteriorated inlet inside the rail yard. This project would also improve disaster response and recovery by
constructing new tracks and boarding areas on the filled area.
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: This action adds new funding to the TIP/STIP.
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
MPO:
PROJECT: NJ TransitGrid Project
DBNUM: T910
TRACK #: NJT-T910-0-A-2014
NJTPA region, and to add $409.765 of FY 2014 FTA Section 5324 Public Transportation Emergency Relief
Program Funds.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
Funding will be used to create a microgrid power generation and distribution system as a backup to the regional power
network, allowing transit systems to function during storms or other times when the centralized power grid is compromised.
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: This action adds new funding to the TIP/STIP. Fiscal constraint is maintained.
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
MPO:
PROJECT: NJ TRANSIT Raritan River Drawbridge Replacement Project
DBNUM: T909
TRACK #: NJT-T909-0-A-2014
Program Funds.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
Funding will be used to replace the aged and deteriorated Raritan River Drawbridge that was damaged by Hurricane Sandy
with a new bridge that is less vulnerable to storm surge and flooding.
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: This action adds new funding to the TIP/STIP. Fiscal constraint in maintained.
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
MPO:
PROJECT: Train Controls-Wayside Signals, Power & Communication Resiliency
DBNUM: T911
TRACK #: NJT-T911-0-A-2014
ACTION TAKEN: NJ TRANSIT is requesting an amendment to add this program to the Transportation Improvement Program in the
Program Funds.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
Funding will be used to protect and make resilient vulnerable train signal, communication, and switch systems on multiple rail
lines, required for safe train operations.
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: This action adds new funding to the TIP/STIP. Fiscal constraint is maintained.
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
Attachment H.2.
Attachment H.2.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF THREE MINOR AMENDMENTS TO THE
FY 2014 – 2017 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM AS REQUESTED BY THE PORT AUTHORITY
OF NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY TO UTILIZE
DISASTER RECOVERY AND RESILIENCE PROGRAM
FUNDING
trigger conformity analysis constitutes a minor amendment; and
WHEREAS, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is requesting the addition of
three projects in Hudson County related to Superstorm Sandy that will utilize recently awarded
Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program Tier 3 funding: Exchange Place, Newport Station,
and Grove St. Station Head House Protection; Harrison Car Maintenance Facility Automatic
Flood Barrier; Concrete Sea Wall East of Harrison Car Maintenance Facility; and
WHEREAS, federal funds (FY 2014 FTA Section 5324 Public Transportation Emergency
Relief Program Funds) are available for this purpose and fiscal constraint is maintained; and
and
Planning Authority hereby approves the specified minor amendments to the FY 2014 – 2017
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution is forwarded to the Port
Authority of New York and New Jersey for submission to the Federal Transit Administration.
Attachment H.2.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of Three Amendments to the
FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement Program
As Requested by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
to Utilize Disaster Relief and Resilience Program Funding
Action: In order to program funds to meet current project needs, the Port Authority of New
York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) is requesting the following minor amendments to the FY 2014 –
2017 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) to include recently awarded Disaster Recovery
and Resilience Program Tier 3 funding.
of Trustees. These minor amendments are for the addition of three projects related to Superstorm
Sandy that will utilize Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program Tier 3 funding in the FY2014 –
FY 2017 TIP.
Minor Amendments:

PA1422
Exchange Place, Newport Station, and Grove Street Station Head
House Protection, Hudson County
The PANYNJ is requesting the programming of $49.446 million for flood-proof major
above-ground PATH facilities and equipment to prevent flooding of underground assets.
These sites were flooded during Superstorm Sandy and are currently protected by
temporary barriers.

PA1423
Harrison Car Maintenance Facility Automatic Flood Barrier, Hudson
County
The PANYNJ is requesting the programming of $19.815 million to construct an
automated flood barrier at the Harrison Car Maintenance Facility, which was
significantly damaged by Superstorm Sandy. This site is currently protected by temporary
barriers.

PA1424
Concrete Sea Wall East of Harrison Car Maintenance Facility,
Hudson County
The PANYNJ is requesting the programming of $22.421million to construct a concrete
sea wall to protect PATH tracks near the Passaic River.
allow the projects to proceed towards authorization and the funds to be utilized.
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes:
Name:
Mileposts:
DBNUM: PA1422
Exchange Place, Newport Station, and Grove St. Station Head House Protection
PANYNJ will receive funding to flood-proof major above-ground PATH facilities and equipment to prevent flooding
of underground assets. These sites were flooded during Hurricane Sandy and are currently protected by
temporary barriers. The total eligible amount is $49,446,200. The FTA share is $ 37,084,650. The PA share is $
12,361,550.
Counties: Hudson
Project Type:
Sponsor: PANYNJ
Municipalities: Jersey City
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
2014
(Million) $49.446
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
EC
SECT 5324
$37.085
NJTPA
EC
OTHER
$12.362
2015
$49.446
Unconstrained
Year
2016
2017
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes:
Name:
DBNUM: PA1423
Mileposts:
Harrison Car Maintenance Facility Automatic Flood Barrier
PANYNJ will receive funding to construct an automated flood barrier at the Harrison Car Maintenance Facility,
which was significantly damaged by Hurricane Sandy. This site is currently protected by temporary barriers. Total
eligible amount is $ 19,815,200. The FTA share is $ 14,861,400. The PANYNJ share is $ 4,953,800.
Municipalities: Harrison
Counties: Hudson
Project Type:
Sponsor: PANYNJ
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
2014
(Million) $19.815
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
EC
SECT 5324
$14.861
NJTPA
EC
OTHER
$4.954
2015
$19.815
Unconstrained
Year
2016
2017
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes:
Name:
DBNUM: PA1424
Mileposts:
Concrete Sea Wall East of Harrison Car Maintenance Facility
PANYNJ will receive funding to construct a concrete sea wall to protect PATH tracks near the Passaic River. The
total eligible amount is $ 22,421,300. The FTA share is $ 16,815,975. The PANYNJ share is $ 5,605,325.
Municipalities: Harrison
Counties: Hudson
Project Type:
Sponsor: PANYNJ
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
2014
(Million) $22.421
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
EC
SECT 5324
$16.816
NJTPA
EC
OTHER
$5.605
2015
$22.421
Unconstrained
Year
2016
2017
2018-2023
MPO:
PANYNJ
PROJECT: Exchange Place, Newport Station, and Grove St. Station Head House Protection
DBNUM: PA1422
TRACK #: -PA1422-0-A-2014
TYPE OF PROJECT CHANGE:
ACTION TAKEN: Request addition of new project to NJTPA TIP
REASON FOR CHANGE:
Award of FTA Tier III Resiliency grant
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: No impact on NJTPA TIP Fiscal Constraint. Funding is with competitive FTA Tier III DR grant award w/ PANYNJ
matching funds.
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
MPO:
PANYNJ
PROJECT: Harrison Car Maintenance Facility Automatic Flood Barrier
DBNUM: PA1423
TRACK #: -PA1423-0-A-2014
REASON FOR CHANGE:
Award of FTA Tier III Resiliency grant
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: No impact on NJTPA TIP Fiscal Constraint. Funding is with competitive FTA Tier III DR grant award w/ PANYNJ
matching funds
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
MPO:
PANYNJ
PROJECT: Concrete Sea Wall East of Harrison CAr Maintenance Facility
DBNUM: PA1424
TRACK #: -PA1424-0-A-2014
REASON FOR CHANGE:
Award of FTA Tier III Resiliency Grant
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: No impact on NJTPA TIP fiscal constraint. Fund is with competitive FTA Tier III DR grant award w/ PANYNJ
matching funds
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
Attachment H.3.
Attachment H.3.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF A MINOR AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2014
– 2017 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
TO ADD THE ROUTE 9, GEORGIA TAVERN ROAD
PROJECT IN MONMOUTH COUNTY
trigger a new conformity analysis constitutes a minor amendment; and
WHEREAS, the NJDOT is requesting the addition of the Route 9, Georgia Tavern Road
to Franklin Lane project in Monmouth County (DB# 12397); and
WHEREAS, National Highway Performance Program funds are available for this
purpose and fiscal constraint is maintained; and
WHEREAS, this amendment is exempt from an air quality conformity determination and
does not impact the current conformity determination; and
and
Planning Authority hereby approves the specified amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017
Attachment H.3.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of a Minor Amendment
to the FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement Program
To Add the Route 9, Georgia Tavern Road Project in Monmouth County
Action: In order to program funds to meet current project needs, the New Jersey Department of
Transportation is requesting the following minor amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for this project.
of Trustees. This minor amendment is for the addition of the Route 9, Georgia Tavern Road to
Franklin Lane project in Monmouth County to the FY2014 – FY 2017 TIP. The affected subregion,
Monmouth County, has been given the opportunity to comment and concurs with the requested
action.
Minor Amendment:

Route 9, Georgia Tavern Road to Franklin Lane, Monmouth County DB# 12397
This pavement resurfacing project will be ready for construction authorization in FFY 2015.
Therefore, the project needs to be programmed with National Highway Performance
Program (NHPP) funds in the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP. ($9.600 million NHPP funds for CON
in FFY 2015)
Justification for Action: Approval of this minor amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP will
allow the project to proceed towards construction.
REVISION 1
NJTPA
PENDING
Routes: 9
Name:
Mileposts: NB 107.2-111.75 &
116.75-117.6; SB
110.5-111.75; N
DBNUM: 12397
Route 9, Georgia Tavern Rd to Franklin Lane
Pavement Resurfacing Project This project will resurface Route 9 from Georgia Tavern Road in Howell
Township to Schibanoff Road in Monmouth County. The Pavement recommendation has
indicated the following areas in need of resurfacing. Mile Posts (NB 107.2-111.75), (SB 110.5-111.75),
(NB 112.3-113.0 and SB 114.0-115.37). The NJDOT has
undertaken the design and construction of this portion of Route 9 to preserve this vital roadway link.
Counties:
Monmouth
Municipalities:
Howell Twp Freehold Twp
Freehold Boro Manalapan
Twp
Project Type:
RCIS Category:
Not Available
Sponsor:
NJDOT
Est. Total Project Cost:
(Million) $9.598
Unconstrained
Information
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost: (Million) $9.600
PHASE
SOURCE
CON
NHPP
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018-2023
$9.600
$9.600
1/16/2015
NJTPA FY14-23 #14
1/7/2015
FISCAL CONSTRAINT CHART
FISCAL CONSTRAINT BANK BEFORE MODIFICATIONS
FUNDING CATEGORY
FFY 14
FFY 15
FUNDING CODE
NET- FEDERAL
15.951
FFY 16
FFY 17
FFY 14-17
-9.466
1.451
5.330
13.266
PROJECT MODIFICATIONS
PROJECT NAME
Route 9, Jones Rd to
Longboat Ave
Route 35, Perth Amboy
Connector, Bridge
Superstructure
Replacement
Camp Meeting Avenue
Bridge over Trenton Line,
CR 602
Route 18, East Brunswick,
Drainage and Pavement
Rehabilitation
Rt.22 Sidewalk
Improvements, Somerset
County
Route 206, Crusers Brook
Bridge (41)
DB#
11330
04360
99405
PHASE
FUND
BEFORE
CON
CON
PE
STP
COUNTY
FFY 14
FFY 15
FFY 16
FFY 17
FFY 14-17
Ocean
0.000
0.000
6.250
(6.250)
0.000
0.000
0.000
7.750
6.250
1.500
AFTER
0.000
0.000
0.000
7.750
7.750
BEFORE
0.000
0.000
12.250
(12.250)
0.000
14.650
0.000
0.000
12.250
2.400
AFTER
0.000
0.000
14.650
0.000
14.650
BEFORE
0.500
(0.500)
0.000
0.500
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.500
0.000
0.000
0.500
0.000
0.000
0.500
0.000
0.000
2.400
(2.400)
0.000
2.400
0.000
0.000
2.400
0.000
AFTER
0.000
0.000
2.400
0.000
2.400
BEFORE
0.200
(0.200)
0.000
0.200
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.200
0.000
AFTER
0.000
0.200
0.000
0.000
0.200
BEFORE
0.000
0.000
6.216
(6.216)
0.000
0.000
0.000
5.450
6.216
(0.766)
0.000
0.000
0.000
5.450
5.450
0.000
0.000
2.000
(2.000)
0.000
3.000
0.000
0.000
2.000
1.000
AFTER
0.000
0.000
3.000
0.000
3.000
BEFORE
0.800
(0.800)
0.000
0.800
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.800
0.000
AFTER
0.000
0.800
0.000
0.000
0.800
BEFORE
0.000
0.000
6.894
(6.894)
0.000
0.000
0.000
9.424
6.894
2.530
0.000
0.000
0.000
9.424
9.424
0.000
0.000
3.096
(3.096)
0.000
0.000
0.000
1.896
3.096
(1.200)
AFTER
0.000
0.000
0.000
1.896
1.896
BEFORE
0.000
0.000
2.900
(2.900)
0.000
4.650
0.000
0.000
2.900
1.750
AFTER
0.000
0.000
4.650
0.000
4.650
BEFORE
0.000
0.000
0.000
9.600
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
9.600
0.000
9.600
0.000
0.000
9.600
Warren
0.000
0.000
12.500
(12.500)
0.000
5.500
0.000
0.000
12.500
(7.000)
AFTER
0.000
0.000
5.500
0.000
5.500
BEFORE
Ocean
12.000
0.000
37.142
27.263
29.858
(29.858)
0.000
0.000
79.000
(2.595)
AFTER
12.000
64.405
0.000
0.000
76.405
BEFORE
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
0.000
1.200
0.000
0.000
0.000
1.200
0.000
0.000
1.200
0.000
1.200
-1.500
-16.143
1.542
24.520
8.419
FFY 16
1.109
FFY 17
-17.294
FFY 14-17
4.847
NHPP
BRIDGE-OFF
Middlesex
Somerset
AFTER
BEFORE
10354
03317D
94060
DES
UTI
CON
NHPP
CMAQ
NHPP
Middlesex
Somerset
Somerset
AFTER
BEFORE
Route 7, Kearny, Drainage
Improvements
Route 82, Caldwell Avenue
to Lehigh Avenue
Route 23, Hardyston
Township Improvements
93186
11404
96039
DES
PE
CON
NHPP
HSIP
NHPP
Hudson
Union
Sussex
AFTER
BEFORE
Route 23, Hardyston
Route 173, Bridge over
Pohatcong Creek
Route 9, Georgia Tavern
Rd to Franklin Lane
96039
09320
12397
CON
DEMO
CON
CON
STP
NHPP
Sussex
Warren
Monmouth
AFTER
BEFORE
Route 46, I-80 to CR 618
(Serepta Road), Pavement
Route 37, Mathis Bridge
Eastbound over Barnegat
Bay
Route 23, Hardyston
11340
06369
96039
CON
CON
ROW
NHPP
NHPP
DEMO
Sussex
AFTER
Total
FISCAL CONSTRAINT BANK AFTER MODIFICATIONS
FFY 14
17.451
NET- FEDERAL
FFY 15
3.581
... the net result for the first fiscal year must be that the Fiscal Constraint Bank has a zero or positive balance and that the net result for the
constrained TIP/STIP period must also be a zero or positive balance. This will allow for temporary imbalances in the second, third, and fourth years,
but will still maintain the overall Fiscal Constraint of the TIP/STIP. (MOU - Section C, Subsection 2, Paragraph 2)
Page 1
MPO:
Statewide
PROJECT: Route 9, Georgia Tavern Road to Franklin Lane
DBNUM: 12397
TRACK #: SW-12397-0-A-2014
ACTION TAKEN: Action to Amend the TIP by adding a new $9.600 Million NHPP funded project (DB#12397), Route 9, Georgia
Tavern Road to Franklin Lane, for construction in FFY 15.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
This project will be ready for construction in FFY 15. Funding must be added to move forward with the construction phase.
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: See NJTPA FY 15 FC chart Number 3.pdf
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
Attachment H.4.
Attachment H.4.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF TWO MINOR AMENDMENTS TO THE FY
PROGRAM TO ADD THE CR 537 CORRIDOR, SECTON A,
NJ RT. 33 BUSINESS AND GRAVEL HILL ROAD
PROJECT IN MONMOUTH COUNTY AND THE BRIDGE
STREET, CLAY STREET, JACKSON STREET BRIDGES
PROJECT IN ESSEX COUNTY
require a new conformity analysis, constitutes a minor amendment; and
WHEREAS, the NJTPA is requesting the addition of the CR 537 Corridor, Section A,
NJ Rt. 33 Business and Gravel Hill Road project (DB# NS0403) in Monmouth County and the
Bridge Street, Clay Street, Jackson Street Bridges project (DB# 09339) in Essex County; and
WHEREAS, federal funds (STP-NJ and DEMO) are available for these purposes and
fiscal constraint is maintained; and
WHEREAS, these minor amendments are exempt from an air quality conformity
determination and do not impact the current conformity determination; and
WHEREAS, Congestion Management Process requirements does not apply to these
action; and
Planning Authority hereby approves these specified amendments to the FY 2014 – 2017
Attachment H.4.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of Two Minor Amendments
to the FY 2014 - 2017 Transportation Improvement Program to Add the
CR 537 Corridor, Section A, NJ Rt. 33 Business and Gravel Hill Road project in
Monmouth County and the
Bridge Street, Clay Street, Jackson Street Bridges project in Essex County
Action: In order to program funds to meet current project needs, the NJTPA is requesting the
following minor amendments to the FY 2014 – 2017 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
for the addition of two projects.
Background: According to the TIP Memorandum of Understanding, the addition of a new
project into the TIP requires action by the NJTPA Project Prioritization Committee and the
NJTPA Board of Trustees. These minor amendments are for the addition of the CR 537 Corridor,
Section A, NJ Rt. 33 Business and Gravel Hill Road project in Monmouth County and the Bridge
Street, Clay Street, Jackson Street Bridges project in Essex County to the FY 2014 – FY 2017
TIP. The affected subregions, Monmouth and Essex counties, have been given the opportunity to
comment and concurs with the requested actions.
Minor Amendments:

CR 537 Corridor, Section A, NJ Rt. 33 Business and Gravel Hill Road,
Monmouth County DB# NS0403
This project is ready to begin the Preliminary Engineering phase of work and
therefore needs to be programmed into the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP. ($1.000 million
STP-NJ funds for PE in FY 2015)

Bridge Street, Clay Street, Jackson Street Bridges, Essex County DB# 09339
This project is ready to advance to construction and therefore needs to be
programmed into the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP. The project is partially funded with a
special federal appropriation from the FY 2008 Appropriations Bill. ($0.980 million
DEMO, $0.492 million STP-NJ in FY 2015)
allow the projects to advance.
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes:
Name:
DBNUM: 09339
Mileposts: N/A
Bridge St., Clay St., Jackson St. Bridges; Essex County
This project will rehabilitate the control system and other communication of the bridges over the Passaic River
connecting Essex and Hudson Counties. Work will include, but not limited to, upgrading of the control system,
structural, mechanical and electrical repairs to comply with the recommendations listed on the bi-annual bridge
inspection reports.
The following special Federal appropriation was allocated to this project: FY 2008 Special Appropriations Bill
$1,000,000. ID # NJ 286.
Municipalities: Newark City
RCIS Category: Bridges
Counties: Essex
Project Type:
Sponsor: Essex County
Not Available
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
2014
(Million) $1.472
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
CON
STP-NJ
$.492
NJTPA
CON
DEMO
$.980
2015
$1.472
Unconstrained
Year
2016
2017
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes: CR 537
Mileposts: 48.93 - 51.56
DBNUM: NS0403
County Route 537 Corridor, Section A, NJ Rt. 33 Business and Gravel Hill Road
Name:
CR 537 serves regional travel between Burlington, Ocean and Monmouth Counties. This roadway also serves as
a link between rapidly developing areas of Mercer and Ocean Counties to recreational and commercial activities
within Monmouth County. As a result, traffic volumes along this corridor have significantly increased, resulting in
high congestion along this section of CR 537. The County will investigate improvement alternatives resulting from
the recent technical study prepared for this section of the corridor.
Municipalities: Freehold Boro Freehold Twp
RCIS Category: Road Enhancement
Not Available
Counties: Monmouth
Project Type: Local Aid
Sponsor: Monmouth County
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $1.000
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
2015
NJTPA
PE
STP-NJ
NJTPA
DES
STATE
$3.000
NJTPA
ROW
STP-NJ
$7.000
NJTPA
CON
STP-NJ
$20.700
2017
2018-2023
$1.000
$1.000
2016
$30.700
Attachment H.5.
Attachment H.5.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF THE SCORES OF PROJECTS IN THE
FY 2016 PROJECT POOL AND AUTHORIZATION TO
ENTER INTO NEGOTIATIONS ON THE DEVELOPMENT
OF THE TRANSPORTATION CAPITAL PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, Inc. (NJTPA) has
been designated by the Governor of New Jersey as the Metropolitan Planning Organization
(MPO) for the northern New Jersey region; and
WHEREAS, the NJTPA is the MPO responsible for updating the Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) for the northern New Jersey region as required by 23 CFR 450 and
CFR 613 B; and
WHEREAS, Federal regulations require that the TIP include a prioritized list of projects;
and
WHEREAS, the NJTPA uses project prioritization criteria in developing a prioritized list
of projects as input for the TIP; and
WHEREAS, the criteria are based on performance standards and a scoring system that
categorizes projects according to the degree to which they satisfy the NJTPA’s goals as stated in
the Regional Transportation Plan; and
WHEREAS, of the 356 projects and programs in the FY 2016 Project Pool, Central Staff
scored the 64 new New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) projects, the results of
which were then subject to a challenge round by the subregions; and
WHEREAS, consistent with the NJTPA public participation procedures, the NJTPA has
provided opportunities for review of this action; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the North Jersey Transportation
Planning Authority hereby approves the attached scores of the projects in the FY 2016 Project
Pool.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority
authorizes Central Staff to enter into negotiations with the subregions, the New Jersey
Department of Transportation and NJ TRANSIT on the development of the Transportation
Capital Program.
Jersey Department of Transportation and NJ TRANSIT.
Attachment H.5.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of the Scores of Projects in the FY 2016 Project Pool and
Authorization to Enter into Negotiations on the
Development of the Transportation Capital Program
Action: In order to advance the development of the FY 2016 Transportation Capital Program (TCP),
the NJTPA is requesting approval of the scores of projects in the FY 2016 Project Pool and
authorization for Central Staff to enter into negotiations with the subregions, the New Jersey
Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and NJ TRANSIT.
Background: Federal regulations require that the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) include a
prioritized list of projects. The NJTPA uses project prioritization criteria in developing this prioritized list of
projects as input for the TIP. The criteria are based on performance standards and a scoring system that
categorizes projects according to the degree to which they satisfy the NJTPA’s goals as stated in the
Regional Transportation Plan.
The Project Pool: There is a total of 356 projects and programs in the FY 2016 Project Pool. The 356
projects and programs breakdown into the following categories:

46 – NJ TRANSIT Projects and Programs
o 44 existing
o 2 new

304 – NJDOT Projects and Programs
o 104 existing projects
o 106 existing programs
o 80 new projects and programs (70 projects, 10 programs)
o 14 Tier 2 projects*

6 Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) projects and programs
Central Staff used the criteria to score 64 of the 70 new NJDOT projects. The six projects not scored consist
of three previously scored projects being reintroduced to the TCP, two congressionally earmarked projects
and a series of 13 canal bridges spread across four counties, which creates a project beyond the geographic
scope of the criteria. Programs are not scored. The 64 new NJDOT projects scored include:








17 bridge projects
Two culvert projects
10 pavement projects
24 limited scope resurfacing projects
Three Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects
Three intersection improvement projects
Two safety improvement projects
One road widening project
* Tier 2 projects are unfunded projects that would be added to the Capital Program if additional
funding became available.
 One rock-fall mitigation project
 One bicycle-pedestrian project
The two new NJ TRANSIT items are the Hoboken Terminal/Yard Rehabilitation project and a Bus
Maintenance Facilities program.
PANYNJ projects in the Project Pool include three projects using Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
funds for recovery and resiliency work resulting from Superstorm Sandy, as well as three other ongoing
projects (North Avenue Corridor Improvement Project, Goethals Bridge Replacement Project and Bayonne
Bridge Navigational Clearance Project).
This prioritized list of projects is used as a basis for development of the TCP. The FY 2016 Project
Pool of projects and programs for NJDOT, NJ TRANSIT, and the PANYNJ is attached.
Justification for Action: Approval of the scores of projects in the FY 2016 Project Pool and
authorization for Central Staff to enter into negotiations with the subregions, the NJDOT and NJ
TRANSIT, will allow for the development of the FY 2016 TCP.
Attachment H.5.c.
NJTPA PROJECT POOL
NJDOT CANDIDATE PROJECT SCORES
The following Projects have been scored by Central Staff and reviewed by each Subregion. Based on the review, adjustments to
the scores have been made. The projects are sorted by score, highest to lowest.
PROJECT NAME
COUNTIES
06366C
Route 46, Route 23 (Pompton Avenue) to Route 20, ITS
Passaic
735
06366B
Route 46, Route 287 to Route 23 (Pompton Avenue), ITS
Morris Essex Passaic
679
12311
Route 1&9: Safety improvements at the CSAO Railroad overpass
Union
664
12386
Route 3 & Route 495 Interchange
Hudson
645
14357
Route 66, Green Grove Road to Bowne Road/Wayside Road
Monmouth
626
06366A
Route 46, Main Street/Woodstone Road (CR 644) to Route 287, ITS
Morris
618
799D
Ridge Road, Bridge over Route 3 and Orient Way, Bridge over Route 3
Bergen
613
14356
Route 22, Commons Way to Route 287
Somerset
601
14355
Route 440, CR 514 (Woodbridge Avenue) to Kreil Avenue
Middlesex
600
12408
Route 7, Schuyler Avenue to Park Avenue
Bergen Essex
596
95023
Route 1&9, Interchange at Route I-278
Union
554
12318
Route 280, WB Ramp over 1st & Orange Streets, Newark Subway & NJ Transit
Essex
548
14324
Route 166, Bridges over Branch of Toms River
Ocean
537
06366D
Route 46, Main Street/Woodstone Road (CR 644) to Route 80
Morris
534
11342A
Route 31, Route 78/22 to Graysrock Road
Hunterdon
533
12303
Route 10, EB widening from Route 202 to Route 53
Morris
523
12436
Route 10, WB Rt 287 to Jefferson Rd
Morris
510
13316
Route 46, Canfield Avenue
Morris
504
12424
Route 53, Pondview Road to Hall Avenue
Morris
498
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PROJECT NAME
COUNTIES
11357
Route 17, Sprout Brook, Culvert Replacement
Bergen
496
14330
Route 22, Bridge over Echo Lake
Union
496
11424A
Route 23, High Crest Drive to Macopin River
Passaic
486
12379
Route 33 Business, Bridge over Conrail Freehold Secondary Branch
Monmouth
484
14429
Route 35, Bridge over North Branch of Wreck Pond
Monmouth
478
14425
Route 22, Bridge over Central RR
Hunterdon
466
14417
CR 531 (Park Avenue), Bridge over Lehigh Valley Main Line
Middlesex
452
10381
Route 35, Heards Brook and Woodbridge Creek, Culvert Replacement
Middlesex
440
14415
Route 202, Bridge over North Branch of Raritan River
Somerset
431
11413C
Route 29, Alexauken Creek Road to Washington Street
Hunterdon
422
13338
Route 33 & E. San Marco Boulevard
Monmouth
418
13350
Route 15 and Berkshire Valley Road (CR 699)
Morris
391
11340A
Route 46, Route 80 to Walnut Road
Warren
390
94019
Route 82, Rahway River Bridge
Union
388
14414
Route 15 SB, Bridge over Rockaway River
Morris
351
11413B
Route 29, River Road to Warsaw Road
Hunterdon
346
14416
Hamilton Road, Bridge over Conrail RR
Somerset
344
14423
Grove Avenue, Bridge over Port Reading RR
Middlesex
337
14422
Route 33, Bridge over Millstone River
Monmouth
329
15311
Wright-Debow Road, Bridge over Route 195
Ocean
328
14334
Route 15 NB, Bridge over Lake Hopatcong
Morris
315
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PROJECT NAME
COUNTIES
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Limited Scope Resurfacing Projects *
12416
Route 440, NB Access Rd to Mina Drive & SB 40th Street to Road to Stadium
Hudson
668
12428
Route 46, Bergen Boulevard to Route 124 (Bergen Turnpike)
Bergen
661
12431
Route 4, Route 20 to Route 1&9
Bergen Passaic
592
12400
Route 21, Dayton Street to Route 46 West
Passaic
590
12406
Route 1, CR 533 (Quakerbridge Road) to Ridge Road
Mercer Middlesex
564
12404
Route 37, EB Thomas St to Fisher Blvd
Ocean
559
12421
Route 28, Grove Street to Highland Avenue
Union
557
12419
Route 19, Colfax Ave (CR 609) to Marshall Street
Passaic
555
12434
Route 27, Bridge Street (CR 669) to Frederic Street
Middlesex
532
12420
Route 23, Bloomfield Avenue (CR 506) to Bridge over NJ Transit
Essex Passaic
516
12427
Route 72, Ash Road to Marsha Drive
Ocean
510
12405
Route 33, School House Road to Fortunato Place
Monmouth
501
12409
Route 31, Flemington Circle to Payne Road
Hunterdon
500
14370
Route 280 WB, Route 80 to Passaic River
Morris
492
12422
Route 31, Bryants Road (CR 634) to Route 46
Warren
471
14372
Route 57, Route 22 to Route 31
Warren
462
12410
Route 33B, Kondrup Way to Fairfield Rd
Monmouth
460
12425
Route 33, Bentley Road to Manalapan Brook
Middlesex Monmouth
455
12401
Route 31, Bull Run Road to Branch of Stoney Brook
Mercer Hunterdon
435
12398
Route 206, Pines Road to CR 521 (Montague River Road)
Sussex
429
14366
Route 94, Route 15 (Lafayette Road) to Bayberry Lane
Sussex
427
12423
Route 57, Point Mountain Rd (CR 629) to Claremont Rd
Warren
401
11413A
Route 29, Lockatong Creek to D&R Canal State Park
Hunterdon
361
14368
Route 46, Sand Shore Road/Naughright Road to Woods Edge Av (CR 649)
Morris
349
* Expedited project delivery approach without a formal preliminary engineering phase that typically includes mill ‘x’, pave ‘x’ plus one pavement
resurfacing.
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NJTPA PROJECT POOL
NJDOT CANDIDATE PROJECTS FOR FY 2016
Bergen
NS9606
Fifth Avenue Bridge (AKA Fair Lawn Avenue Bridge) over Passaic River
Municipalities: Fair Lawn Boro Paterson City
Counties: Bergen Passaic
The Fifth Avenue Bridge crosses the Passaic River and connects Rt. 20 in Paterson to River Road in Fair Lawn. Fifth
Avenue Bridge is in very poor condition with a deteriorating substructure, section loss in the superstructure, and inadequate
geometry. It is height and weight restricted, requiring trucks to detour around it. The bridge is eligible for the National
Register of Historic Places. The County is proposing to replace the existing bridge with a new slightly wider bridge at the
same location.
98546
Market Street/Essex Street/Rochelle Avenue
Municipalities: Maywood Boro Lodi Boro
Counties: Bergen
Funding is provided for a scoping study to secure recommended improvements to the intersection and bridge at this location.
The following special federal appropriations were allocated to this project. TEA-21/Q92, ID# NJ023, $3,844,123
799D
Ridge Road, Bridge over Route 3 and Orient Way, Bridge over Route 3
Municipalities: Rutherford Boro
065C
Counties: Bergen
Route 4, Bridge over Palisade Avenue, Windsor Road and CSX Railroad
Municipalities: Teaneck Twp
Counties: Bergen
This is a breakout of the Rt. 4 Corridor Multi-Bridges and Roadway Improvement project. The scope is to replace the existing
bridge and improvements to the Rt. 4 roadway within the project limits, including Belle Avenue intersection improvements.
08410
Route 4, Grand Avenue Bridge
Municipalities: Englewood City
Counties: Bergen
This project will replace the deck of structure 0206-179 in order to remove the bridge from the structurally deficient list. The
WB right through-lane through the intersection will be eliminated. The existing through lane will be used to provide a
deceleration lane, an exclusive merge lane and an acceleration lane that will introduce the right through lane after the
interchange to improve safety at the ramp termini. A bus shelter will be provided at the existing bus stop, along with ADAcompliant curb ramps and sidewalks. Gaps in existing sidewalk will be eliminated.
02346
Route 4, Hackensack River Bridge
Municipalities: Hackensack City Teaneck Twp
Counties: Bergen
Bridge rehabilitation / replacement study for Route 4 over Hackensack River at M.P. 5.94 (Structure # 0206-166);
Hackensack City and Teaneck Township, Bergen County.
94064
Route 4, Jones Road Bridge
Municipalities: Englewood City
Counties: Bergen
This project will provide for the proposed bridge rehabilitation or replacement (Structure No. 0206182) which was identified by
the Bridge Management System. The overall condition of the structure is critical due to the low inventory ratings. Additional
problems stem from the condition of the deck and substructure, and the inadequate bridge roadway width and vertical/lateral
under clearances.
12431
Municipalities: Fair Lawn Boro Paramus Boro River Edge Boro P Counties: Bergen Passaic
Pavement Resurfacing Project
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93134
Route 4, Teaneck Road Bridge
Municipalities: Teaneck Twp
Counties: Bergen
This study will investigate the proposed replacement of the existing deficient structure that was identified as a need from the
Bridge Management System. Operational and Safety Improvements to Route 4 within the project limits.
12408
Municipalities: Nutley Twp Belleville Twp Kearny Town North Arli Counties: Bergen Essex
11406
Route 9W, Palisades Avenue to New York State Line
Municipalities: Englewood Cliffs Boro Alpine Boro
Counties: Bergen
The Route 9W Assessment for Bicycle and Pedestrian Needs identified safety deficiencies in terms of the ability of the
roadway to accommodate bicycle traffic and pedestrian crossings at NJ Transit bus stops. Bicycle and pedestrian
compatibility signing, striping, and drainage grate improvements are expected to address these deficiencies with the intention
to be implemented by maintenance engineering.
11357
Route 17, Sprout Brook, Culvert Replacement
Municipalities: Paramus Boro
Counties: Bergen
This is a culvert replacement project identified by the Bridge Management System.
12428
Route 46, Bergen Boulevard to Route 124 (Bergen Turnpike)
Municipalities: Lodi Boro Hasbrouck Heights Boro Teterboro Boro Counties: Bergen
11415
Route 80, WB, Pavement, Bergen & Passaic Counties
Counties: Passaic Bergen
Initiated from the Pavement Management System, this project will reconstruct approximately 7.6 miles of I-80 Westbound
pavement in Passaic County (Woodland Park Borough and the City of Paterson) and in Bergen County (Elmwood Park
Borough, Saddle Brook Township, Lodi Borough and the City of Hackensack).
The project limits are from approximately 0.2 mile east of the Squirrelwood Road (CR 636) Interchange in Woodland Park
Borough, Passaic County to approximately 0.1 mile west of the S. Summit Rd (CR 57) Interchange in the City of Hackensack,
Bergen County.
11381
Route 208, Bergen County Drainage Improvements
Municipalities: Wyckoff Twp Franklin Lakes Boro
Counties: Bergen
There are drainage problems in 3 locations along this section of Rt. 208. There has been 100 flooding incidents over the past
4 years. These 3 locations have high AADT's and are Ranked #5, #11 and #37 in the Drainage Management System.
11355
Route 208, Wyckoff Twp., Bergen Co., Culvert Replacement
Municipalities: Wyckoff Twp
Counties: Bergen
The NJ Route 208 over Culvert (Structure No. 0233-155) along an unnamed tributary is located at milepost 6.31 in Wycoff
Township. The existing culvert is considered a structurally deficient and hydraulically inadequate structure. This project was
initiated as part of NJDOT's culvert replacement program. The existing culvert is a 65" x 40" elliptical corrugated metal pipe
(CMP) approximately 132 linear feet in length and was constructed in 1950. Field inspection indicates that the culvert has
been concrete lined over the deteriorated bottom of the pipe. According to a structural inspection performed in 2009, the
culvert was identified as requiring rehabilitation or replacement.
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Essex
NS0504
Delancy Street, Avenue I to Avenue P
Counties: Essex
The Delancy Street corridor is 1.1 miles and connects freight railroad facilities, intermodal center and trucking and shipping
outfits to Rt. 1&9 Portway and the airport/seaport support area. Currently the roadway is operating at an unacceptable Level
of Service during peak hours. It frequently floods, interrupting pedestrian and vehicular access to freight and business
centers.
08443
Irvington Center Streetscape
Municipalities: Irvington Twp
Counties: Essex
This project is for the design and construction of streetscape improvements for Springfield Avenue in Irvington. Project limits
are Clinton Avenue to the west and Civic Square (east). The area needs new curbs, sidewalks, lighting, benches, and bus
shelters. The project will also address signage and pedestrian safety traffic calming issues.
The following special federal appropriation was allocated to this project: FY05 SAFETEA LU/HPP SAFETEA-LU earmark,
$800,000. Bill line #2869, NJ214.
NS9812
McClellan Street Underpass
Counties: Essex
The City of Newark is proposing improvements to the McClellan Street Underpass. Improvement will include improved
drainage and horizontal and vertical clearances.
11407
PANY&NJ-NJDOT Project Program
Municipalities: Jersey City Newark City Kearny Town
Counties: Hudson Essex
Under this program, the Port Authority will provide funding support for improvements to five NJDOT facilities: Route 7,
Hackensack River (Wittpenn) Bridge, Route 139 (Hoboken and Conrail Viaducts), Route 1&9T Extension, Route 1&9 Pulaski
Skyway, and Route 1&9 Pavement. This program will provide a total of $1.8 billion from FY 2012 through FY 2016 for these
five projects.
The Route 7 Wittpenn Bridge will be replaced with a new vertical lift bridge. The total project cost is estimated at $650 to $700
million. The project is located in Kearny and Jersey City, Hudson County.
The Route 139 Contract 3 project will rehabilitate the Hoboken Viaduct, as well as replace the deck and rehabilitate the
superstructure of the Conrail Viaduct. The total project cost is estimated at $180 to $200 million. The project is located in
Jersey City, Hudson County.
The Route 1&9T Extension project, will provide a new roadway parallel to Route 1&9 along the railroad right-of-way in Jersey
City. It will provide intermodal connections to the rail yards and divert trucks off the Tonnelle Circle and Route 1&9, helping to
ease congestion and facilitating goods movement throughout the region. The total project cost is estimated at $70 to $80
million. The project is located in Jersey City, Hudson County.
The Route 1&9 Pulaski Skyway project will rehabilitate the 3.5 mile-long structure that carries Route 1&9 over the
Hackensack and Passaic Rivers, the New Jersey Turnpike, several railroads and industrial facilities. The total project cost is
estimated at $1.2 to $1.5 billion. The project is located in Jersey City, Kearny, and Newark in Hudson and Essex Counties.
The Route 1&9 Pavement project includes both express and local roadways in the northbound and southbound directions.
The construction schedule will be coordinated with Pulaski deck construction. The total project cost is approximately $14.5
million. The project is located in Newark in Hudson County.
94047
Route 1&9, Haynes Ave. Operational Improvements
Counties: Essex
This project proposes a third lane along Rt. 1&9 SB local from just south of the existing Haynes Avenue Bridge over Rt. 1&9
and extends southward to the Anheuser-Busch entrance. This will provide an additional lane for traffic to enter and exit local
businesses while still providing two lanes for through traffic. A new outside shoulder is proposed to improve safety between
the Rt. 22 Ramp and Haynes Avenue. To improve traffic operations the project incorporates a roundabout at the intersection
of Haynes Avenue, the Rt. 1&9 Ramps and Bessemer Street. This will require ramp revisions at Rt. 1&9/Haynes Avenue and
a new access road to Bessemer Street under the Haynes Avenue Bridge.
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12408
Municipalities: Nutley Twp Belleville Twp Kearny Town North Arli Counties: Bergen Essex
99381
Route 21, Newark Needs Analysis, Murray Street to Edison Place
Counties: Essex
The Feasibility Assessment will provide recommendations to relieve traffic congestion via potential widening as well as
providing for safety and pedestrian improvements.
12420
Municipalities: Verona Twp Cedar Grove Twp Little Falls Twp Wa Counties: Essex Passaic
9233B6
Route 23/80, Long-term Interchange Improvements
Municipalities: Wayne Twp Fairfield Twp
Counties: Passaic Essex
The proposed long-term improvements may involve a major construction project that addresses existing weekday and
weekend congestion problems and provides for a critical missing link in the highway network. While the NJDOT's
Interchange Study recommended several concepts for long-term improvements, the Routes 23/46/80 Task Force could not,
based on the preliminary nature of such concepts, determine one concept to endorse. The Routes 23/46/80 Task Force
agreed that the NJDOT should further develop four concepts to determine the most viable alternative to meet the needs of
the interchange.
The following special Federal appropriation was allocated to this project. FY06 SAFETEA-LU, HPP $1,200,000, ID# NJ202,
(available 20% per year).
9233B3
Route 46, Passaic Avenue to Willowbrook Mall
Municipalities: Fairfield Twp Wayne Twp
Counties: Essex Passaic
Rt. 46 will be widened between Passaic Avenue and Willowbrook Mall, from four lanes to six lanes using the existing
shoulders as an additional travel lane. New shoulders will be constructed adjacent to the current shoulders; however, no right
of way acquisition will be required. No widening will take place on the bridge structure; however, the existing shoulders will be
used as an additional travel lane. Interim structural repairs are also required. This will include deck repair, repairs to the
abutments, sidewalk and bridge railing. The bridge deck will be restriped to accommodate three traffic lanes. Four sign
structures will also be constructed.
06366B
Municipalities: Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp Montville Twp Fairfield
Counties: Morris Essex Passaic
To better manage and improve traffic conditions along the corridor, the following concepts will be evaluated in the CD phase:
deployment of ITS devices that will complement present ITS equipment, minor improvements to address roadway constraints
without right of way acquisition, and updates/upgrades to existing traffic signal equipment.
00314
Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements
Municipalities: Newark City Harrison Town
Counties: Essex Hudson
West of the Stickel Bridge, the approach interchanges and ramps have four deficient bridges and also operational and safety
problems due to lack of speed change lanes, shoulders and many ingress/egress decision points within very short distances.
Existing partial interchanges result in missing directional links from the Newark central business district to the I-280 corridor.
Preliminary analysis has resulted in concepts that would rehabilitate or replace this bridges and add, relocate or remove
ramps and/or add auxiliary lanes and shoulders to I-280.
12318
Route 280, WB Ramp over 1st & Orange Streets, Newark Subway & NJ Transit
Counties: Essex
The structure is structurally deficient with Sufficiency rating of 52.7 and has deteriorated to the point that bridge deck needs to
be rehabilitated/replaced
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Hudson
11407
PANY&NJ-NJDOT Project Program
Municipalities: Jersey City Newark City Kearny Town
Under this program, the Port Authority will provide funding support for improvements to five NJDOT facilities: Route 7,
Hackensack River (Wittpenn) Bridge, Route 139 (Hoboken and Conrail Viaducts), Route 1&9T Extension, Route 1&9 Pulaski
Skyway, and Route 1&9 Pavement. This program will provide a total of $1.8 billion from FY 2012 through FY 2016 for these
five projects.
The Route 7 Wittpenn Bridge will be replaced with a new vertical lift bridge. The total project cost is estimated at $650 to $700
million. The project is located in Kearny and Jersey City, Hudson County.
The Route 139 Contract 3 project will rehabilitate the Hoboken Viaduct, as well as replace the deck and rehabilitate the
superstructure of the Conrail Viaduct. The total project cost is estimated at $180 to $200 million. The project is located in
Jersey City, Hudson County.
The Route 1&9T Extension project, will provide a new roadway parallel to Route 1&9 along the railroad right-of-way in Jersey
City. It will provide intermodal connections to the rail yards and divert trucks off the Tonnelle Circle and Route 1&9, helping to
ease congestion and facilitating goods movement throughout the region. The total project cost is estimated at $70 to $80
million. The project is located in Jersey City, Hudson County.
The Route 1&9 Pulaski Skyway project will rehabilitate the 3.5 mile-long structure that carries Route 1&9 over the
Hackensack and Passaic Rivers, the New Jersey Turnpike, several railroads and industrial facilities. The total project cost is
estimated at $1.2 to $1.5 billion. The project is located in Jersey City, Kearny, and Newark in Hudson and Essex Counties.
The Route 1&9 Pavement project includes both express and local roadways in the northbound and southbound directions.
The construction schedule will be coordinated with Pulaski deck construction. The total project cost is approximately $14.5
million. The project is located in Newark in Hudson County.
97005B
Portway, Fish House Road/Pennsylvania Avenue, CR 659
Municipalities: Kearny Town
Counties: Hudson
Pennsylvania Avenue/Fish House Road is a two-lane urban minor arterial that connects Central Avenue and Rt. 7. The
roadway has an existing speed limit of 25 mph and has two travel lanes with no shoulders. Pennsylvania Avenue has an atgrade railroad crossing with Conrail located approximately 200 feet east of the Central Avenue/Pennsylvania Avenue
signalized "T" intersection. The purpose of the project is to improve safety, mitigate the heavy truck congestion and improve
the existing aging roadway to accommodate the growing demands. The project will improve safety by eliminating geometric
substandard elements such as lack of shoulders and proper cross slope, as well as improve the Central
Avenue/Pennsylvania Avenue signalized intersection to increase capacity and improve traffic movement. The at-grade rail
crossing will be moved approximately 1200 feet from the intersection. The roadway will be designed specifically to provide
superior regional connectivity and accommodate a heavily growing truck volume. Flooding problems will be addressed by
providing a proper drainage system as well as improving the existing poor pavement condition.
12386
Route 3 & Route 495 Interchange
Municipalities: North Bergen Twp
Counties: Hudson
Replacement of 1) The Rt 495 EB and Ramps B & J over Rt 3 structure and 2) the replacement of the bridge deck for the Rt.
3 EB & south service Rd. structure over Rt. 495 Ramp J. The project also includes safety and operational improvements
within the Rt 3 & 495 interchange.
08346
Route 3, Bridge over Northern Secondary & Ramp A
Counties: Hudson
The bridge is located in North Bergen Township, Hudson County. The bridge is functionally obsolete with sufficiency rating of
48. Based on latest inspection report condition of deck, superstructure and substructure is listed as in fair condition. The
bridge is classified as “Functionally Obsolete” due to inadequate lateral underclearance and the substandard deck geometry.
Currently, the bridge is listed as Priority 2 in the ranking of Bridge Management System. The bridge needs major
rehabilitation/replacement including improvements to substandard geometric features to address its marginal structural
condition and functional obsolescence.
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93186
Route 7, Kearny, Drainage Improvements
Municipalities: Kearny Town
Counties: Hudson
The topography in the area is extremely flat with marshlands surrounding the roadway. This section of Rt. 7 is generally
uncurbed. Roadway runoff is collected through inlets or sheet flow, discharging directly into the marshlands. During
moderate and heavy storms, in addition to high tide, the runoff overflows the banks onto the roadway and adjacent properties.
DMS Rank 34.
00314
West of the Stickel Bridge, the approach interchanges and ramps have four deficient bridges and also operational and safety
problems due to lack of speed change lanes, shoulders and many ingress/egress decision points within very short distances.
Existing partial interchanges result in missing directional links from the Newark central business district to the I-280 corridor.
Preliminary analysis has resulted in concepts that would rehabilitate or replace this bridges and add, relocate or remove
ramps and/or add auxiliary lanes and shoulders to I-280.
12416
Route 440, NB Access Rd to Mina Drive & SB 40th Street to Road to Stadium
Municipalities: Bayonne City Jersey City
Counties: Hudson
06373
Route 495, Route 1&9/Paterson Plank Road Bridge
Counties: Hudson
A design and construction contract is required to repair, and to slow the rate of deterioration to this structure. Several
elements of this bridge exhibit severe deterioration and if no significant repairs are initiated, the useful service life of this
structure will be compromised. Since the complete replacement of this structure is considered unfundable, it is
recommended that this rehabilitation effort be undertaken. The rehabilitation design may result in more than one construction
contract; however, at this time, only one construction project is shown.
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Hunterdon
NS9806
Church Street Bridge, CR 579
Municipalities: Bloomsbury Boro Bethlehem Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
The Church Street (CR 579) over the Lehigh Valley Main Line bridge project proposes the replacement of the existing
functionally obsolete bridge in an effort to improve substandard sight distance and inadequate deck geometry. The proposed
undertaking would replace the existing bridge with a new two-lane bridge to the east and the bridge approaches will be
improved.
15322
Delaware & Raritan Canal Bridges
Counties: Mercer Hunterdon Middlesex Somerset
Bridge Management System has submitted 13 Problem Statements for structures along the Delaware and Raritan Canal.
Carnegie Road, Bridge over D&R Feeder Canal; County Route 571 (Washington Road), Bridge over D&R Canal; Landing
Lane (CR 609), Bridge over D&R Canal; Route 206, Bridge over D&R Feeder Canal; Hermitage Avenue, Bridge over D&R
Feeder Canal; River Drive, Bridge over D&R Feeder Canal; Bridge over D&R Feeder Canal at Lock No. 3; Coryell Street,
Bridge over D&R Feeder Canal; CR 514 (Amwell Road), Bridge over D&R Canal; CR 518 (Georgetown-Franklin Rd), Bridge
over D&R Canal; CR 533 (Quaker Road), Bridge over D&R Canal; Manville Causeway (CR623), Bridge over D&R Canal;
Chapel Drive at CR 623, Bridge over D&R Canal
NS9703
Milford-Warren Glen Road, CR 519
Municipalities: Holland Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
County Rt. 519, Milford-Warren Glen Road, is located in Holland Township. This 1.3 mile stretch of roadway consists of a
long, steep grade and has been the location of several runaway truck and vehicle accidents. The proposed improvements
include improving roadway geometry to meet 60km/h (35mph) design speed, provide 2 - 3.6 meter (12') lanes, 1-3.6 meter
(12') southbound climbing lane, a 2.4 meter (8') northbound shoulder, a 1.2 meter (4') southbound shoulder adjacent to
climbing lane, and an upgraded guide rail. Approximately 1.79 ha (4.41-acres) will be taken; 0.93 Ha (2.31- acres) of which
will be taken from public recreation lands.
14425
Route 22, Bridge over Central RR
Municipalities: Clinton Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
Problem statement submitted by BMS for Tier 1 Screening. It is recommended for rehabilitation or replacement.
11409
Route 22, EB, Route 78 Interchange to Country Club Road
Municipalities: Clinton Twp Lebanon Boro Readington Twp Branc Counties: Hunterdon Somerset
This project will resurface and rehabilitate 12.3 miles of pavement on US Route 22 Eastbound in Hunterdon County (Clinton
Township, Lebanon Borough and Readington Township) and in Somerset County (Branchburg Township and Bridgewater
Township).
The project limits are from the I-78 Interchange in Clinton Township, Hunterdon County to west of Country Club Road in
Bridgewater Township, Somerset County.
Structures located within the project limits are: 1005154, 1005153, 1005151, 1005152, 1005165, 1005155, 1005157,
1005158, 1005159, 1005160, 1005161, 1005162, 1005163, 1801150, 1801152, 1801155.
11413C
Route 29, Alexauken Creek Road to Washington Street
Municipalities: Lambertville City Delaware Twp Kingwood Twp Fr Counties: Hunterdon
Reconstruction, resurfacing and drainage improvements.
11413A
Route 29, Lockatong Creek to D&R Canal State Park
Municipalities: Delaware Twp Kingwood Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
Limited scope resurfacing.
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11413B
Route 29, River Road to Warsaw Road
Municipalities: Kingwood Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
Rockfall mitigation.
12401
Route 31, Bull Run Road to Branch of Stoney Brook
Municipalities: Hopewell Twp Pennington Boro East Amwell Twp
Counties: Mercer Hunterdon
Pavement Resurfacing Project. Various locations MP 4.7-5.90, 6.30-6.84, 7.33-10.6, 12.0-12.5, 12.92-13.03, 13.6-14.3.
08327
Route 31, Church Street to River Road
Municipalities: Raritan Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
Widening Rt. 31 in both directions from Church St. to River Rd. Typical cross section would be two lanes in each direction
with a center turning lane. This project along with the scaled down Flemington Bypass, now known as the South Branch
Parkway, are key elements of the Rt. 31 Integrated Land Use & Transportation Plan (ILUTP). Implementing the Rt. 31
Widening first delays the need for the more expensive South Branch Parkway, but in all likelihood does not eliminate this
need.
12409
Route 31, Flemington Circle to Payne Road
Municipalities: Clinton Twp Flemington Boro Raritan Twp Readin Counties: Hunterdon
11342A
Route 31, Route 78/22 to Graysrock Road
Municipalities: Clinton Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
Reconstruction project
9137A
Route 78, Edna Mahan Frontage Road
Municipalities: Union Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
The existing frontage road along I-78 eastbound will be extended to meet the existing prison access road. The prison access
road extends to the west and terminates at the Edna Mahan Women's Correctional Facility. This will allow a significant
workforce at the correctional facility direct access to I-78 eastbound.
NS0309
Route 78, Pittstown Road (Exit 15), Interchange Improvements (CR 513)
Counties: Hunterdon
A graduate of the NJTPA Technical Studies Program, this project focuses on the congestion of the study area at interchange
15 on I-78. Queuing of traffic on the west-bound exit ramp onto the interstate creates a significant safety issue. Congestion
issues also exist on CR 513 to the entrance of the Hunterdon Development Center. Improvements include relocation of I-78
EB ramps at Interchange 15; construction of a SB all turns jug handle at the CR 513/South Service Rd intersection;
reconstruction of SB left turns at CR 513/South Service Rd intersection; and the re-stripping of CR 513 from South Service
Rd to Rt 173 will be changed form a three lane section to a four lane section.
The following Federal appropriations were allocated to this project. FY06 SAFETEA-LU/HPP $800,000 (ID# NJ 222),
11353
Route 173, Musconetcong River, Culvert Replacement
Municipalities: Bethlehem Twp
Counties: Hunterdon
This is a culvert replacement project identified by the Bridge Management System. The existing culvert is comprised of a
single span reinforced concrete culvert at the north side linked to two corrugated metal pipe arches at the south side. The
structure is rated 4 (poor) in the last inspection report mostly due to the severe corrosion section loss in the bottom plates in
both pipe arches.
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11419
Route 179, Route 165 to Route 31/202, Pavement
Municipalities: Lambertville City West Amwell Twp East Amwell T Counties: Hunterdon
This project will resurface and rehabilitate 7.1 miles of pavement on Route 179 in the City of Lambertville, West Amwell
Township and East Amwell Township, Hunterdon County.
The project limits are from just north of the Route 29 intersection in the City of Lambertville to the Routes 31 & US 202
Interchange in East Amwell Township.
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Middlesex
14417
CR 531 (Park Avenue), Bridge over Lehigh Valley Main Line
Municipalities: South Plainfield Boro
Counties: Middlesex
Problem Statement submitted by BMS for Tier 1 Screening. It is recommended for rehabilitation or replacement.
15322
14423
Grove Avenue, Bridge over Port Reading RR
Municipalities: Metuchen Boro
Counties: Middlesex
99316
Oak Tree Road Bridge, CR 604
Municipalities: Edison Twp
Counties: Middlesex
The bridge is structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. It needs to be widened due to increased traffic volume and to
meet wider approach roadway width. The bridge acts as a major link between South Plainfield and Woodbridge Townships.
12406
Route 1, CR 533 (Quakerbridge Road) to Ridge Road
Municipalities: Plainsboro Twp West Windsor South Brunswick T Counties: Mercer Middlesex
079A
Route 9/35, Main Street Interchange
Municipalities: Sayreville Boro South Amboy City
Counties: Middlesex
Rt. 9/35 over Main Street Interchange is a breakout from the Rt 9/35 over Main St. Bridge. The lack of an acceleration lane
from Rt. 9 Northbound to Rt. 9/35 Northbound ramp has created a safety condition for vehicles attempting to merge.
Furthermore, the tight radius and heavy truck traffic from this ramp have contributed to the congestion and the queue on Rt. 9
Northbound which extends for about a mile causing more safety concerns. Rt. 9/35 Southbound to Rt. 9 Southbound ramp is
a also a safety problem at this interchange, as this ramp is also substandard and is contributing to the extensive queue which
extends from Rt. 9/35 to the Edison Bridge. Both ramps will be investigated separately and may graduate as two individual
projects.
10354
Route 18, East Brunswick, Drainage and Pavement Rehabilitation
Municipalities: East Brunswick Twp
Counties: Middlesex
This project consists of pavement reconstruction and resurfacing of NJ Route 18 and will also mitigate flooding and drainage
problems. Improvements proposed for this project include repair and replacement of curbs and sidewalk and milling and
resurfacing of most of the roadway within the project limits. However, there would also be full reconstruction of the right lanes
in both directions at various locations. In addition upgrades will be made to all curb ramps and midblock crosswalks that do
not meet current ADA criteria.
11408
Route 18, South of Texas Road to Rues Lane, Pavement
Municipalities: Marlboro Twp Old Bridge Twp East Brunswick Tw Counties: Monmouth Middlesex
Proposed pavement rehabilitation strategy to occur on this section of Rt. 18, which is a public facility and part of the NHS, will
provide for milling and overlay to either match existing grade or provide a 2 to 3 inch increase in profile grade.
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12434
Route 27, Bridge Street (CR 669) to Frederic Street
Municipalities: Metuchen Boro Edison Twp
Counties: Middlesex
12425
Municipalities: Monroe Twp Millstone Twp Manalapan Twp
Counties: Middlesex Monmouth
10381
Route 35, Heards Brook and Woodbridge Creek, Culvert Replacement
Municipalities: Woodbridge Twp Perth Amboy City
Counties: Middlesex
This is a culvert replacement project [Structure #1224-150, SR:47.7, and Str. # 1224-154, SR: 41.2].
Project to be funded under Culvert Replacement line item.
04360
Route 35, Perth Amboy Connector, Bridge Superstructure Replacement
Municipalities: Perth Amboy City
Counties: Middlesex
Both the deck and superstructure are currently rated 3 (serious). Therefore, replacement of the superstructure is
recommended. Additionally, the substructure is currently rated 5 (fair) and as such it is anticipated that minor repairs will be
required to the substructure, particularly for the diagonal cracks in the piers. The overall sufficiency rating for this structure is
20.5. As part of the superstructure replacement, it will be necessary to replace the parapet on the entire structure.
Incidentaly roadway approach work, including milling & paving and the replacement of the guide rail in all four (4) quadrants in
order to upgrade to current standards as required, will also be included in the project as needed.
11309
Route 130, Westfield Ave. to Main Street
Municipalities: East Windsor Twp Cranbury Twp
Counties: Mercer Middlesex
Initiated from the Pavement Management System, this project consists of milling, resurfacing and rehabilitating the roadway
within the project limits.
9169Q
Route 287, Interchange 10 Ramp Improvements
Municipalities: Piscataway Twp Franklin Twp
Counties: Middlesex Somerset
This project will provide operational improvements to the on and off-ramps to/from Easton Avenue by lengthening the
acceleration lanes along I-287 NB.
9169R
Route 287, River Road (CR 622), Interchange Improvements
Municipalities: Piscataway Twp
Counties: Middlesex
This project is to make operational improvements to the on-ramp from River Road to reduce the number of vehicles in queue
entering the interstate and weaving conditions.
14355
Route 440, CR 514 (Woodbridge Avenue) to Kreil Avenue
Municipalities: Edison Twp Woodbridge Twp Perth Amboy City
Counties: Middlesex
Concrete Pavement Repair
00321
Schalk's Crossing Road Bridge, CR 683
Municipalities: Plainsboro Twp
Counties: Middlesex
Funding is being provided for the replacement of the bridge deck that will maintain the existing steel superstructure and
provide bicycle/pedestrian accessibility. A shared bicycle/pedestrian sidewalk lane will be provided through cantilever
addition on the through girders along both the east and west sides of Schalk's Crossing Road. Repairs will be made to the
substructure. Prior to any bridge rehabilitation, the railroad catenary system will be modified. Roadway improvements would
include milling and resurfacing the existing roadway approaches for tie-ins to bridge.
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98541
South Amboy Intermodal Center
Municipalities: South Amboy City
Counties: Middlesex
This is an intermodal project linking several major regional routes and modes of transportation into one central point of
transfer. Improvements in the vicinity of the South Amboy waterfront may include rail and bus transit plazas, arterial and site
access road improvements, bridge reconfiguration, bulkheading and breakwater development, ferry terminal, and pedestrian
access to rail and bus facilities.
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Monmouth
NS0403
County Route 537 Corridor, Section A, NJ Rt. 33 Business and Gravel Hill Road
Municipalities: Freehold Boro Freehold Twp
Counties: Monmouth
CR 537 serves regional travel between Burlington, Ocean and Monmouth Counties. This roadway also serves as a link
between rapidly developing areas of Mercer and Ocean Counties to recreational and commercial activities within Monmouth
County. As a result, traffic volumes along this corridor have significantly increased, resulting in high congestion along this
section of CR 537. The County will investigate improvement alternatives resulting from the recent technical study prepared
for this section of the corridor.
HP01002
Halls Mill Road
Municipalities: Freehold Twp
Counties: Monmouth
Improvements to Halls Mill Road from Rt. 33 Bypass to CR 524 will include realignment and widening to four travel lanes as
well as other improvements.
NS9306
Monmouth County Bridges W7, W8, W9 over Glimmer Glass and Debbie's Creek
Municipalities: Brielle Boro Manasquan Boro
Counties: Monmouth
This project is comprised of the rehabilitation or replacement of three existing deficient bridges, which carry Brielle Road over
Glimmer Glass Creek and Green Avenue over Debbie's Creek. Due to its three-component perpendicular configuration, the
project site is locally known as "Three Bridges." All three structures, whether movable or fixed, will be rehabilitated or
replaced in-kind with bridges meeting current design standards and thus improve roadway geometrics.
11408
Route 18, South of Texas Road to Rues Lane, Pavement
Municipalities: Marlboro Twp Old Bridge Twp East Brunswick Tw Counties: Monmouth Middlesex
provide for milling and overlay to either match existing grade or provide a 2 to 3 inch increase in profile grade.
13338
Route 33 & E. San Marco Boulevard
Municipalities: Howell Twp
Counties: Monmouth
A Problem Statement was submitted to NJDOT by Howell Township involving the lack of a traffic control device at the TIntersection of Route 33 and San Marco Boulevard (MP 33.15), which leads into an age-restricted private development.
12379
Route 33 Business, Bridge over Conrail Freehold Secondary Branch
Municipalities: Freehold Twp
Counties: Monmouth
Replacement of the Route 33 Business Bridge over Freehold Secondary Branch which is structurally deficient; due to the
poor condition of the superstructure and substructure, the sufficiency rating is 44 and the BMS Priority Rank is 3.
12425
Municipalities: Monroe Twp Millstone Twp Manalapan Twp
Counties: Middlesex Monmouth
14422
Route 33, Bridge over Millstone River
Municipalities: Millstone Twp
Counties: Monmouth
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N09670
Route 33, Operational and Pedestrian Improvements, Neptune
Municipalities: Neptune City Boro Neptune Twp
Counties: Monmouth
A total of 491 crashes were recorded on this section of NJ SR-33 during the four-year period from 2003 to 2006. Of those,
180 (37%) involved personal injury and 311 (63%) involved only property damage. There were no crash-related fatalities
recorded during this period. Eleven crashes (2%) involved pedestrians or bicycles.
Several intersections warrant attention, as does the segment as a whole. The busy four lane undivided roadway within a
constrained right-of-way limits the uniform application of left turn lanes. Improvements are suggested at the Oxford Way,
Wakefield Road, Jersey Shore Medical Center main entrance and Neptune Blvd. intersections, as well as a segment-wide
improvement to pedestrian facilities including restriped, crosshatched crosswalks and pedestrian countdown heads. A further
corridor wide traffic study of NJ SR-33 to determine whether lane reconfiguration might aid safety and provide turn lane
capacity is also suggested.
12405
Route 33, School House Road to Fortunato Place
Municipalities: Neptune
Counties: Monmouth
12410
Route 33B, Kondrup Way to Fairfield Rd
Municipalities: Freehold Twp Howell Twp
Counties: Monmouth
11315
Route 34, Bridge over former Freehold and Jamesburg Railroad
Municipalities: Wall Twp
Counties: Monmouth
Replacement of the superstructure is recommended. The substructure is currently rated 5 (fair), therefore, it is anticipated
that some minor repairs to the substructure, such as crack repairs, will be required. The overall sufficiency rating for this
structure is 54.2 (deficient). As part of the superstructure replacement it will be necessary to replace the parapet on the entire
structure.
Incidental roadway approach work, including milling & paving and the replacement of the guide rail in all four (4) quadrants in
order to upgrade to current standards as required, will also be included in the project.
96040
Route 34, Colts Neck, Intersection Improvements (CR 537)
Municipalities: Colts Neck Twp
Counties: Monmouth
In support of the Access Management Plan for Rt. 34 in Colts Neck, this project will provide for operational/safety
improvements to the intersection of State Rt. 34 and County Rt. 537. This will include considerations for bicycle and
pedestrian activities. Please note: This is a "revisit". Previous efforts to provide operational improvements at this intersection
resulted in a scheme that had prohibitive environmental impacts and very high costs.
11307
Route 34, CR 537 to Washington Ave., Pavement
Municipalities: Deal Boro Interlaken Boro Aberdeen Twp
Counties: Monmouth
Initiated from the Pavement Management System, this project will resurface nearly the entire section of roadway in both
directions within the project limits.
14429
Route 35, Bridge over North Branch of Wreck Pond
Municipalities: Wall Twp
Counties: Monmouth
12308
Route 35, North of Lincoln Dr to Navesink River Bridge
Municipalities: Ocean Twp Shrewsbury Boro Eatontown Boro Re Counties: Monmouth
Initiated from the Pavement Management System, this project will resurface both directions within the project limits.
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14357
Route 66, Green Grove Road to Bowne Road/Wayside Road
Municipalities: Neptune Twp
Counties: Monmouth
11379
Route 71, Main Ave to Cedar Ave, Pavement
Municipalities: Asbury Park City Loch Arbour Village Allenhurst B Counties: Monmouth
Initiated from the Pavement Management System. The existing pavement condition is generally very poor exhibiting very
large deflections in some sections and severely deteriorated patches, potholes, fatique cracking in other sections. The
proposed pavement recommendation consists of removing the existing pavement and reconstructing various locations and
resurfacing the center section.
NS9706
Rumson Road over the Shrewsbury River, CR 520
Municipalities: Rumson Boro Sea Bright Boro
Counties: Monmouth
Bridge S-32 carries CR 520, Rumson Road, across the Shrewsbury River between the Boroughs of Rumson and Sea Bright.
This bridge serves as one of two evacuation and emergency routes in times of tidal flooding and coastal storms. The existing
structure is in poor condition, with deterioration of major bridge components. Possible improvements such as rehabilitation or
reconstruction of the structure will be studied.
This project is multi-year funded.
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Morris
NS9708
Landing Road Bridge Over Morristown Line, CR 631
Municipalities: Roxbury Twp
Counties: Morris
Landing Road Bridge crosses over NJ Transit railroad tracks in the Township of Roxbury. Structural deterioration, along with
substandard deck geometry, makes this bridge a good candidate for replacement. A larger structure is required due to the
current and projected traffic volumes traversing from Sussex County to I-80 in Morris County. As a four-lane bridge is
desired, a new alignment would be needed. In addition, a new signalized intersection would be needed. The study is now in
its second phase of funding having received the community support necessary for the scoping process to be completed
successfully. The existing bridge superstructure and substructure exhibit severe spalling and medium to wide cracks with
large areas of leaching and efflorescence. Structurally deteriorated bridge along with substandard deck geometry, inadequate
to carry current traffic volumes, requires bridge replacement. The county proposes to replace the old bridge with new
alignment. This would enable construction for four lanes.
NS9803
NY Susquehanna and Western Rail Line Bicycle/Pedestrian Path
Municipalities: Pequannock Twp Wayne Twp
Counties: Morris Passaic
The 4.8 mile New York, Susquehanna, and Western Railway (NYS&W) Bicycle and Pedestrian Path runs along the NYS&W
Right-of-Way (ROW) from River Drive, Pequannock Township (Morris County) to the Mountain View rail station in Wayne
Township (Passaic County).
NS9802
Openaki Road Bridge
Municipalities: Denville Twp
Counties: Morris
Openaki Road bridge over the Den Brook in Denville Township was built in 1924 and is now structurally deficient and
functionally obsolete despite efforts by the county to save the structure. The existing bridge is a single-span thru truss with a
wood plank deck. The bridge has narrow roadway width and low inventory and operating ratings. The county plans to widen
the roadway to 32' consisting of high-strength weathering steel stringers with a composite reinforced concrete deck slab.
12303
Route 10, EB widening from Route 202 to Route 53
Municipalities: Morris Plains Boro
Counties: Morris
From Borough perspective, the problem location is the highest priority in terms of reducing traffic congestion, increasing
highway capacity and improving traffic safety. There have been113 accidents along this 0.58 mile section of Route 10 EB
from May1, 2009 to December 31, 2010.
11339
Route 10, Hillside Ave (CR 619) to Mt. Pleasant Tpk (CR 665)
Municipalities: Roxbury Twp Randolph Twp
Counties: Morris
This project will resurface 7 miles of Route 10 in Townships of Roxbury and Randolph, Morris County. Also included is
Indian Brook Culvert for replacement or repair based on the condition of structurally deficient.
12436
Route 10, WB Rt 287 to Jefferson Rd
Municipalities: Hanover Twp
Counties: Morris
14334
Route 15 NB, Bridge over Lake Hopatcong
Municipalities: Jefferson Twp
Counties: Morris
Deck Replacement Program FY 14
14414
Route 15 SB, Bridge over Rockaway River
Counties: Morris
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11424
Route 23, Alexander Road to Maple Lake Road
Municipalities: Pequannock Twp Riverdale Boro Kinnelon Boro B Counties: Morris
This Limited Scope Mill X Pave X project consists of resurfacing Route 23 Northbound from mile post 10.2 to mile post 16.8
and Southbound from mile post 13.0 to mile post 16.8. ADA upgrades and guiderail repair are included. Project is June 4
CPC approved breakout of Limited Scope Resurfacing from former Rt 23 Pavement, Morris and Passaic.
08347
Route 23, Bridge over Pequannock River / Hamburg Turnpike
Municipalities: Kinnelon Boro West Milford Twp
The bridge is functionally obsolete with sufficiency rating of 49.1. Based on the latest inspection report condition of
superstructure and substructure is listed as in fair condition. Also, the bridge is scour critical. Currently, the bridge is listed as
Priority 3 in the ranking of Bridge Management System. The bridge needs major rehabilitation/replacement including
improvements to substandard geometric features to address its marginal structural condition and functional obsolescence.
11348
Route 23, Riverdale Boro, Culvert
Municipalities: Riverdale Boro
Counties: Morris
Based on the NJDOT's Bridge Management System, this culvert has been identified for replacement or rehabilitation
depending on the outcome of the Hydrology and Hydraulic analysis. The culvert is a single cell, reinforced concrete box
culvert 5' wide and 168' in length. The culvert is in poor condition.
13316
Route 46, Canfield Avenue
Municipalities: Mine Hill Twp
Counties: Morris
The proposed project is to widen Route 46 to accommodate standard lane widths and to provide an exclusive left turn lane on
the west approach of the intersection (for turns into the shopping center). In addition, the Township requested enhanced
safety for pedestrian crossing of the intersection as there is a school located nearby.
06366A
Route 46, Main Street/Woodstone Road (CR 644) to Route 287, ITS
Municipalities: Rockaway Boro Denville Twp Mountain Lakes Bor Counties: Morris
06366D
Route 46, Main Street/Woodstone Road (CR 644) to Route 80
Municipalities: Denville Twp
Counties: Morris
Congestion along the corridor may be attributed to a combination of high traffic volumes and constricted roadway geometry.
06366B
14368
Route 46, Sand Shore Road/Naughright Road to Woods Edge Av (CR 649)
Municipalities: Mt. Olive Twp
Counties: Morris
12424
Route 53, Pondview Road to Hall Avenue
Municipalities: Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp Denville Twp
Counties: Morris
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9237
Route 57/182/46, Hackettstown Mobility Improvements
Municipalities: Hackettstown Town Washington Twp
Counties: Warren Morris
This study will investigate improved mobility from and to Rt. 46 and Rt. 57 to alleviate traffic congestion in the Hackettstown
area. This area was identified by the Congestion Management System as one of the top 40 congestion locations statewide.
93139
Route 80, Route 15 Interchange
Municipalities: Wharton Boro Rockaway Twp
Counties: Morris
This project will recommend improvements to address congestion and safety-related problems due to missing movements
relative to the interchange. Missing are links permitting movements from eastbound I-80 to Rt. 15 southbound and
northbound and from Rt. 15 northbound to I-80 westbound.
13350
Route 15 and Berkshire Valley Road (CR 699)
Counties: Morris
The Township of Jefferson notes that the intersection of State Route 15 and Berkshire Valley Road is problematic due to the
signal time length and vehicle queue for making left turns from Northbound CR 699 (Berkshire Valley Road) to Southbound
Route 15. The current setup for left turns is two slots-one for left turns onto Route 15 South and one for thru-traffic for CR
699.
The Township Requests that the thru-traffic slot at the intersection be redesignated for left-and-thru turns. The Township
believes this decision would allow more vehicles to make a left turn in a single signal cycle without adjusting the timing.
14370
Route 280 WB, Route 80 to Passaic River
Municipalities: Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp East Hanover Twp
Counties: Morris
NS0107
Waterloo Road over Musconetcong River
Municipalities: Netcong Boro Stanhope Boro
Counties: Morris Sussex
Bridge No. 1401038 is in overall critical condition and is classified as both structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. The
structure suffers from deformed bottom chord members with section losses and cracked welds at the chord connections. The
bridge is posted for a gross load carrying capacity of 11 tons. The County will replace the existing bridge with a new two lane
bridge, with two shoulders and a sidewalk.
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Ocean
08316
Route 9, Bridge over Waretown Creek
Municipalities: Ocean Twp
Counties: Ocean
This project will replace the two span structure over Waretown Creek. The existing deck and superstructure are both rated
poor. The existing center pier exhibits numerous vertical cracks, which extend from the top of the pier down below the
waterline.
11418
Route 9, Indian Head Road to Central Ave/Hurley Ave, Pavement
Municipalities: Toms River Twp Lakewood Twp
Counties: Ocean
Pavement Resurfacing (north of Indian Head Road in Toms River Township) to (vicinity of Central / Hurley in Lakewood
Township) in Ocean County.
The object of this improvement is to extent the pavement life, upgrade safety and comply with Federal ADA requirements.
11330
Route 9, Jones Rd to Longboat Ave
Municipalities: Lacey Twp Berkeley Twp Beachwood Boro Pine B Counties: Ocean
12404
Route 37, EB Thomas St to Fisher Blvd
Municipalities: Toms River Twp Island Heights Boro
Counties: Ocean
Pavement Resurfacing Project from Thomas St (MP 6.81) to Fisher Blvd (MP 10.89)
06369
Route 37, Mathis Bridge Eastbound over Barnegat Bay
Municipalities: Toms River Twp
Counties: Ocean
Several elements of this bridge exhibit severe deterioration and if no significant repairs are initiated, the useful service life of
this structure will be compromised. Since the complete replacement of this structure is considered unfundable, it is
recommended that this rehabilitation effort be undertaken. The rehabilitation design may result in more than one construction
contract; however, at this time, only one construction project is shown.
10307
Route 70, East of North Branch Road to CR 539
Municipalities: Pemberton Twp Manchester Twp
Counties: Burlington Ocean
provide for milling and overlay to either match existing grade or provide a 2 to 3 inch increase in profile grade. NOTE: NJDOT
is evaluating the feasibility of rubblization for this project since it is in a low constraint area. This solution, if feasible, would
increase the proposed cost but would significantly extend the service life of the repair by allowing construction of a perpetual
pavement that will ultimately provide a superior product with significantly less future maintenance costs. Pavement
rehabilitation Rank #28 on the 2008 Pavement Projects List.
12427
Route 72, Ash Road to Marsha Drive
Municipalities: Stafford Twp
Counties: Ocean
94071A
Route 72, East Road
Counties: Ocean
The improvements include intersection reconfiguration to improve geometry and installation of a median barrier to replace the
existing grass median. The conversion to a median barrier will allow for the addition of a Rt. 72 westbound auxiliary lane and
an eastbound outside shoulder. By maintaining the existing curb line, this improvement will have minimal Right of Way
impacts.
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11385
Route 72, Manahawkin Bay Bridges, Contract 1A & 1B
Municipalities: Stafford Twp Barnegat Twp Ship Bottom Boro
Counties: Ocean
Contract 1A will include Rt. 72 and Marsha Drive Intersection Improvements, reconstruction and widening of Rt. 72 and
Marsha Drive, and reconstruction of a traffic signal. The project also includes the installation of new storm drainage systems,
a detention basin, ITS improvements, highway lighting and utility relocations.
Contract 1B will include operational and safety improvements in Ship Bottom Borough, on Long Beach Island. Approx. 3000’
feet of Rt. 72 (locally known as 8th and 9th Streets) and three cross roads (Barnegat Avenue, Central Avenue and Long
Beach Boulevard) will be widened. Two-way traffic will be restored along Barnegat Avenue, Central Avenue and Long Beach
Boulevard. Five traffic signals will be reconstructed. A new traffic signal will be installed at the intersection of 8th Street and
Long Beach Boulevard. In order to reduce frequent flooding along Rt.72 and the intersections, a new storm drainage system
and a pump station along with a sand filter will be installed. The project also includes the installation of bicycle and pedestrian
accommodations, ITS improvements, highway lighting and utility relocations.
00357C
Route 72, Manahawkin Bay Bridges, Contract 4
Counties: Ocean
Contract 4 will include major Rehabilitation of the existing Route 72 Bridge over Manahawkin Bay . The entire existing
superstructure for Bay Bridge will be removed and replaced, while retaining and rehabilitating the existing substructure. The
superstructure width will be reduced as it will primarily be used for westbound traffic only. The project will also include the
reconstruction of bridge approach roadways, bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, new storm drainage systems, ITS
improvements, highway lighting, fender systems, bulkhead repairs, and utility relocations. The trestle bridge structure #1513151 over Hillards Thorofare will also be rehabilitated under this contract.
09322
Route 88, Bridge over Beaver Dam Creek
Municipalities: Brick Twp Point Pleasant Boro
Counties: Ocean
This is a full bridge replacement project.
Superstructure rating=4, deck rating=5, SR=44.90.
14324
Route 166, Bridges over Branch of Toms River
Municipalities: South Toms River Boro Toms River Twp
Counties: Ocean
Deck Replacement Program FY 14
15311
Wright-Debow Road, Bridge over Route 195
Municipalities: Jackson Twp
Counties: Ocean
Bridge Deck/Superstructure Replacement program
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Passaic
NS0412
Clove Road/Long Hill Road Improvements, CR 620/631
Municipalities: Little Falls Twp
Counties: Passaic
Clove Road/Long Hill Road connects Rt. 46 to Upper Mountain Avenue, which is a main access route to downtown Montclair.
Despite the presence of several high volume driveways serving Montclair State University dorms, parking lots, and access
routes, no dedicated turning lanes exist along this route. This lack of turning lanes has caused a large percentage of
recorded accidents to be related to turning movements. Additionally, the lack of sidewalks has created safety issues for
pedestrians accessing both the dorms and parking areas. The County will investigate alternatives for the improvement of this
roadway.
NS9606
Fifth Avenue Bridge (AKA Fair Lawn Avenue Bridge) over Passaic River
Municipalities: Fair Lawn Boro Paterson City
Counties: Bergen Passaic
The Fifth Avenue Bridge crosses the Passaic River and connects Rt. 20 in Paterson to River Road in Fair Lawn. Fifth
Avenue Bridge is in very poor condition with a deteriorating substructure, section loss in the superstructure, and inadequate
geometry. It is height and weight restricted, requiring trucks to detour around it. The bridge is eligible for the National
Register of Historic Places. The County is proposing to replace the existing bridge with a new slightly wider bridge at the
same location.
NS9803
NY Susquehanna and Western Rail Line Bicycle/Pedestrian Path
Municipalities: Pequannock Twp Wayne Twp
The 4.8 mile New York, Susquehanna, and Western Railway (NYS&W) Bicycle and Pedestrian Path runs along the NYS&W
Right-of-Way (ROW) from River Drive, Pequannock Township (Morris County) to the Mountain View rail station in Wayne
Township (Passaic County).
059A
Route 3, Route 46, Valley Road and Notch/Rifle Camp Road Interchange, Contract A
Municipalities: Little Falls Twp Clifton City
Counties: Passaic
From Notch/Rifle Camp Road to just west of Valley Road, a new two-way service road will be constructed along westbound
Route 46 to remove local traffic from the State Highway. Construction of the two-way service road will include three new
signalized intersections and two single-lane urban roundabouts. The superstructure of the Notch Road/Rifle Camp Road will
be replaced and raised to improve vertical underclearance to 15 feet 6 inches. A new bridge structure and interchange ramps
will be constructed at Clove Road to provide access to/from Route 46 westbound. The new bridge structure at Clove Road
will be designed to provide a minimum vertical underclearance of 16 feet 6 inches. Two new Third River Culverts will be
constructed as well. Existing Bridge Structures to be replaced: 1606167 (superstructure replacement).
059B
Route 3, Route 46, Valley Road and Notch/Rifle Camp Road Interchange, Contract B
Municipalities: Little Falls Twp Clifton City
Counties: Passaic
From Notch/Rifle Camp Road to just east of the Valley Road Intersection, Route 46 will be widened to provide standard
shoulders and acceleration/deceleration/auxiliary lanes, and will be realigned as needed to improve sight distance. At the
intersection of Route 46 and Route 3, a three-lane section will replace the existing two-lane connections. Route 46 will be
realigned to converge with Route 3 from the right side (not the left as presently exists). Complete interchange upgrades will
be made. From Route 46 to Grove Street, Route 3 will be widened to provide auxiliary lanes and standard shoulders. The
project will require the removal of three bridge structures and replacing them with four new bridge structures. Each of these
structures will be designed to provide a minimum vertical underclearance of 15 feet 6 inches. Culverts will be impacted as
well. Bridge Structures to be replaced: 1606172, 1607151, 160150 (to be replaced with two structures); Culverts to be
replaced: 1606173; Culverts to be extended: 1606168.
12431
Municipalities: Fair Lawn Boro Paramus Boro River Edge Boro P Counties: Bergen Passaic
12419
Route 19, Colfax Ave (CR 609) to Marshall Street
Municipalities: Clifton City Paterson City
Counties: Passaic
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08372
Route 20, Paterson Safety, Drainage and Resurfacing
Municipalities: Paterson City
Counties: Passaic
The drainage improvements are spread over approximately two and one-half miles of Rt. 20 from MP 0.7 to 3.35. The
intersection safety projects are located within the limits and have been combined with the optimal proposed drainage work. In
addition, the proposed safety work at 5th Avenue is combined with the proposed construction for drainage improvements at
Mile 3.1 to Mile 3.35 which will result in raising the highway elevation and construction of two new outfalls. The proposed
safety work at Edward Avenue is combined with the proposed construction for drainage improvements at Mile 1.8 to 1.9 and
includes replacing and enlarging two outfalls.
12400
Route 21, Dayton Street to Route 46 West
Municipalities: Passaic City Clifton City
Counties: Passaic
12420
Municipalities: Verona Twp Cedar Grove Twp Little Falls Twp Wa Counties: Essex Passaic
08347
Route 23, Bridge over Pequannock River / Hamburg Turnpike
Municipalities: Kinnelon Boro West Milford Twp
The bridge is functionally obsolete with sufficiency rating of 49.1. Based on the latest inspection report condition of
superstructure and substructure is listed as in fair condition. Also, the bridge is scour critical. Currently, the bridge is listed as
Priority 3 in the ranking of Bridge Management System. The bridge needs major rehabilitation/replacement including
improvements to substandard geometric features to address its marginal structural condition and functional obsolescence.
11424A
Route 23, High Crest Drive to Macopin River
Municipalities: West Millford Twp
Counties: Passaic
This project will provide for limited NB shoulder reconstruction and resurfacing NB from 17.2 to 19.5 and SB from 17.2 to 19.8
. Safety concerns with NB Rt 23 at Milepost 18.0 known as the "S"turns have been raised by West Milford officials and will
also be evaluated. This project is a Full Scope breakout form the original UPC 114240 Rt 23 Pavement , Morris and Passaic.
9233B6
Route 23/80, Long-term Interchange Improvements
Municipalities: Wayne Twp Fairfield Twp
Counties: Passaic Essex
The proposed long-term improvements may involve a major construction project that addresses existing weekday and
weekend congestion problems and provides for a critical missing link in the highway network. While the NJDOT's
Interchange Study recommended several concepts for long-term improvements, the Routes 23/46/80 Task Force could not,
based on the preliminary nature of such concepts, determine one concept to endorse. The Routes 23/46/80 Task Force
agreed that the NJDOT should further develop four concepts to determine the most viable alternative to meet the needs of
the interchange.
The following special Federal appropriation was allocated to this project. FY06 SAFETEA-LU, HPP $1,200,000, ID# NJ202,
9233B3
Route 46, Passaic Avenue to Willowbrook Mall
Municipalities: Fairfield Twp Wayne Twp
Counties: Essex Passaic
Rt. 46 will be widened between Passaic Avenue and Willowbrook Mall, from four lanes to six lanes using the existing
shoulders as an additional travel lane. New shoulders will be constructed adjacent to the current shoulders; however, no right
of way acquisition will be required. No widening will take place on the bridge structure; however, the existing shoulders will be
used as an additional travel lane. Interim structural repairs are also required. This will include deck repair, repairs to the
abutments, sidewalk and bridge railing. The bridge deck will be restriped to accommodate three traffic lanes. Four sign
structures will also be constructed.
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06366C
Route 46, Route 23 (Pompton Avenue) to Route 20, ITS
Municipalities: Wayne Twp Totowa Boro Little Falls Twp Clifton C Counties: Passaic
06366B
11367
Route 46, Valley Road (CR 621) to Passaic River, Drainage
Municipalities: Clifton City
Counties: Passaic
There have been 62 flooding incidents in 6 years. This location is ranked 22 of 232 for flooding and 94 of 131 (MP 61.6) for
Icing incidents in the 2012 Drainage Management System.
11341
Route 80, EB, Route 23 to Route 19
Municipalities: Wayne Twp Paterson City Woodland Park Boro
Counties: Passaic
Based on the NJDOT's Pavement Management System, this section of the roadway has been identified for pavement
resurfacing and shoulder reconstruction. Minor deck repair is included as is drainage work identified through the Dainage
Management System query.
11362
Route 80, Totowa Boro., Passaic Co., Culvert Replacement
Municipalities: Totowa Boro
Counties: Passaic
This is a culvert rehabilitation project identified by the Bridge Management System. The culvert is a single barrel corrugated
metal pipe 5' in diameter and 345' in length. It is in fair condition. There are two bowed sections of pipe which are to be
replaced and the pipe then lined.
11415
Route 80, WB, Pavement, Bergen & Passaic Counties
Counties: Passaic Bergen
Initiated from the Pavement Management System, this project will reconstruct approximately 7.6 miles of I-80 Westbound
pavement in Passaic County (Woodland Park Borough and the City of Paterson) and in Bergen County (Elmwood Park
Borough, Saddle Brook Township, Lodi Borough and the City of Hackensack).
The project limits are from approximately 0.2 mile east of the Squirrelwood Road (CR 636) Interchange in Woodland Park
Borough, Passaic County to approximately 0.1 mile west of the S. Summit Rd (CR 57) Interchange in the City of Hackensack,
Bergen County.
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99405
Camp Meeting Avenue Bridge over Trenton Line, CR 602
Municipalities: Montgomery Twp
Counties: Somerset
This project will address the proposed replacement of this "orphan" structure which is in critical condition. The proposed
replacement of this structure will be designed so as not to preclude improvements needed to reintroduce passenger service
to the West Trenton Line, as well as increasing the height of the bridge to allow the current tracks to be raised to address
ongoing railroad operational issues, as identified in the NJTPA Grade Crossing Assessment Study. The bridge sufficiency
rating is 6.2. It provides a single lane and has steep grades on the approaches. The vertical sight distance is substandard.
The bridge needs widening to accommodate two traffic lanes.
15322
14416
Hamilton Road, Bridge over Conrail RR
Municipalities: Hillsborough Twp
Counties: Somerset
14356
Route 22, Commons Way to Route 287
Municipalities: Bridgewater Twp
Counties: Somerset
11409
Route 22, EB, Route 78 Interchange to Country Club Road
Municipalities: Clinton Twp Lebanon Boro Readington Twp Branc Counties: Hunterdon Somerset
This project will resurface and rehabilitate 12.3 miles of pavement on US Route 22 Eastbound in Hunterdon County (Clinton
Township, Lebanon Borough and Readington Township) and in Somerset County (Branchburg Township and Bridgewater
Township).
The project limits are from the I-78 Interchange in Clinton Township, Hunterdon County to west of Country Club Road in
Bridgewater Township, Somerset County.
Structures located within the project limits are: 1005154, 1005153, 1005151, 1005152, 1005165, 1005155, 1005157,
1005158, 1005159, 1005160, 1005161, 1005162, 1005163, 1801150, 1801152, 1801155.
14415
Route 202, Bridge over North Branch of Raritan River
Municipalities: Bedminister Twp
Counties: Somerset
02372B
Route 202, First Avenue Intersection Improvements
Municipalities: Raritan Boro
Counties: Somerset
The project will provide improvements to the existing Route 202/First Avenue intersection, enhance the operational
capabilities at this roadway intersection, and reduce the chronic congestion that exist at this location.
11363
Route 202/206, over Branch of Peter's Brook, Culvert Replacement at MP 27.96
Counties: Somerset
This is a culvert replacement project identified by the Bridge Management System. This project has two (2) culvert locations.
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779
Route 206 Bypass, Mountain View Road to Old Somerville Road (Sections 14A & 15A)
Contract B
Counties: Somerset
This project will provide for the construction of a segment of Rt. 206 on new alignment, bypassing a segment of existing
highway that has serious congestion and safety problems. The new segment of roadway will consist of four 12-foot travel
lanes, two 10-foot outside shoulders, two five-foot inside shoulders, a concrete median barrier and two 15-foot outside
borders between Amwell Road (CR 514) and Old Somerville Road. Between Hillsborough Road and Mountain View Road,
the new segment of roadway will consist of two 12-foot travel lanes, two 10-foot outside shoulders, two three-foot inside
shoulders, a 15-foot grass median and two 15-foot outside borders.
Advance utility work will be performed on the Buckeye pipeline and AT&T facilities.
94060
Route 206, Crusers Brook Bridge (41)
Municipalities: Montgomery Twp
Counties: Somerset
This project will provide for the replacement of the existing structure which is in poor condition due to the condition of the
superstructure and inadequate deck geometry. Also, the structure is potentially scour critical since the existing abutments are
not founded on piles. The structure will be widened from 30 feet to 44 feet to include full 8-foot shoulders instead of the
current 3-foot shoulders. The piers and abutments will be founded on piles. The piers will be wide enough to accommodate
a separate pedestrian walkway on the west side of the bridge.
780B
Route 206, Doctors Way to Valley Road
Counties: Somerset
Widening from two lanes to a four lane dualization from Doctors Way to Valley Road including the revision of three existing
traffic signals and the replacement of the bridge over Royce Brook. This is the southern section of the Rt. 206, Sec. 15N
project.
02372A
Route 206, Southbound Merge Improvements with I-287 Ramp
Counties: Somerset
This project will construct an acceleration lane for Route 202/206 southbound at its merge with the exit ramp from I-287
southbound. The proposed acceleration lane would be approximately 550 feet in length with a 720-foot taper. It would
require widening into the grass median along Route 202/206 southbound along with minor curb and drainage modifications.
Advance signing is also proposed along I-287 southbound and Route 202/206 southbound at decision points prior to the
merge with the intent of directing motorists with destinations along and off of Commons Way to use I-287 southbound so as
to avoid the existing down weave movement from Route 202/206 southbound to Commons Way.
780A
Route 206, Valley Road to Brown Avenue
Counties: Somerset
Widening from two lanes to a four lane dualization from Valley Road to Brown Avenue, including the relocation of two signals
with jughandles and the replacement of the Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge and two culverts. This is the northern section of
the Rt. 206, Sec. 15N project.
9169Q
Route 287, Interchange 10 Ramp Improvements
Municipalities: Piscataway Twp Franklin Twp
Counties: Middlesex Somerset
This project will provide operational improvements to the on and off-ramps to/from Easton Avenue by lengthening the
acceleration lanes along I-287 NB.
04389
Route 287/78, I-287/202/206 Interchange Improvements
Municipalities: Bedminster Twp Bridgewater Twp
Counties: Somerset
This project involves interstate interchange improvements at the I-78 and I-287 Interchange and at the Ramps from I-287 to
the Rt. 202/206 interchange. The I-78 EB to I-287 NB Ramp will be shifted from a left-lane entrance onto I-287 NB to a rightlane entrance onto I-287 NB. This modification will eliminate the five-lane weave required for vehicles traveling on I-78 EB
who use I-287 NB to access Rt. 202/206 (Pluckemin).
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09319
Route 15, Bridge over Beaver Run
Municipalities: Lafayette Twp
Counties: Sussex
Bridge superstructure replacement and scour countermeasures for Structure # 1922-150. Superstructure rating=4, SR=37.9
08348
Route 23, Bridge over Branch of Wallkill River
Municipalities: Wantage Twp
Counties: Sussex
The bridge is located in Wantage Twp., Sussex County. The bridge is structurally deficient with sufficiency rating of 33.4.
Based on the latest inspection report condition of deck and superstructure is listed in fair condition and the substructure is
listed in poor condition. The bridge is in overall poor condition due to the substructure. Currently the bridge is listed as Priority
3 in the ranking of Bridge Management System. The bridge needs to be replaced.
96039
Route 23, Hardyston Township Improvements
Municipalities: Hardyston Twp
Counties: Sussex
Safety, operational and drainage improvements within three sections of Rt. 23 in Hardyston Twp., Sussex County. The
sections are: "Northern/Laceytown Road" extending from milepost 30.6 to 31.2; "East Shore Road" extending from milepost
28.2 to 28.4; and "Holland Mountain Road" extending from milepost 27.0 to 27.6. Within the Northern/Laceytown Road and
the East Shore Road sections, localized operational and safety enhancements will be accomplished with minor geometric
improvements, drainage upgrades, pavement resurfacing, pavement stripes and markings and other safety
countermeasures. The Holland Mountain Road section will be extensively reconstructed to improve the intersection operation
and enhance safety. The work consists of widening Rt. 23 and Holland Mountain Road to accommodate through traffic and
all turning movements at the intersection. A two-way left turn lane will be constructed on Rt. 23 at the Holland Mountain
intersection, and extending approximately 2,500 feet (0.45 mile) north of the intersection. A portion of Snufftown Road will
also be realigned to improve the intersection alignment with Rt. 23 and Holland Mountain Road. A new traffic signal at the Rt.
23/Holland Mountain Road/Snufftown Rd. intersection will be constructed.
14366
Route 94, Route 15 (Lafayette Road) to Bayberry Lane
Municipalities: Lafayette Twp Sparta Twp Hardyston Twp
Counties: Sussex
11417
Route 206, Hi Glen Drive to High Street
Municipalities: Byram Twp Andover Boro
Counties: Sussex
Initiated from the Pavement Management System, , this project will resurface Rt 206 from just north of Hi Glen Dr. in Byram
Twp., to south of Maple Ave. in Andover Boro, Sussex County.
12398
Route 206, Pines Road to CR 521 (Montague River Road)
Municipalities: Branchville Boro Frankford Twp Sandyston Twp M Counties: Sussex
10333
Route 206, South of Paterson Ave. to South of Pine Rd.
Municipalities: Andover Twp Newton Town Hampton Twp Frankfo Counties: Sussex
Initiated from the Pavement Management System, the project is a Mill x, Pave x Resurfacing Project to a maximum of 4
inches. The project includes image detection cameras, upgraded guide rail, curb repair, ADA ramps, and crosswalks where
needed.
NS0107
Waterloo Road over Musconetcong River
Municipalities: Netcong Boro Stanhope Boro
Counties: Morris Sussex
Bridge No. 1401038 is in overall critical condition and is classified as both structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. The
structure suffers from deformed bottom chord members with section losses and cracked welds at the chord connections. The
bridge is posted for a gross load carrying capacity of 11 tons. The County will replace the existing bridge with a new two lane
bridge, with two shoulders and a sidewalk.
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Union
NS0408
Gordon Street over "Out of Service" Conrail Branch, Replacement
Municipalities: Roselle Boro Roselle Park Boro
Counties: Union
Built in 1911, this orphan bridge now serves as a connector to the Rt. 28 corridor. It is one of four crossings between Roselle
and Roselle Park. Its 3-ton weight posting severely restricts truck access to Rt. 28 adversely affecting truck traffic in this
corridor for a number of small and medium businesses. This bridge is structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. The
County will investigate alternatives for the rehabilitation or replacement of this structure.
95023
Route 1&9, Interchange at Route I-278
Municipalities: Linden City
Counties: Union
Proposed interchange improvements to address problem of missing ramps.
12311
Route 1&9: Safety improvements at the CSAO Railroad overpass
Municipalities: Linden City
Counties: Union
here are fixed object crashes at this location. Route 1&9 at the CSAO railroad overpass is frequently hit by heavy vehicle
traffic because the posted clearance (13 feet - 6 inches) may be incorrect. Also, the existing structure consistutes a safety
problem for pedestrians that must traverse a narrow passageway between the existing abutment and guiderail.
658C
Route 22, Bloy Street to Liberty Avenue
Municipalities: Hillside Twp
Counties: Union
This project is a replacement of the structurally deficient Bloy Street Bridge over Rt. 22. Improvements will be made to the
acceleration and deceleration lanes on Rt. 22 to improve safety and to facilitate truck turning movements.
14330
Route 22, Bridge over Echo Lake
Municipalities: Mountainside Boro
Counties: Union
This project will replace Rt 22 Bridge over Echo Lake in Mountainside Borough, Union County.
04361
Route 22, Chestnut Street Bridge Replacement (CR 626)
Counties: Union
This is a project to replace the structurally deficient and functionally obsolete Route 22 Bridge over Chestnut Street, Structure
No. 2003-166, located just west of Garden State Parkway interchange with Route 22, in Union Twp, Union County. The
bridge carries two lanes in each direction of mainline Rt 22 EB and WB traffic. Two temporary bridges, one each to the north
and south of the existing bridge, will be utilized during construction of the new bridge to maintain two lanes of traffic in each
direction on Route 22.
658A
Route 22, Garden State Parkway/Route 82 Interchange Improvements
Counties: Union
This project will improve safety and geometric deficiencies and streamline access within the interchange by removing
weaving sections. The project will also include widening and deck replacement for structure no. 2004-159.
658E
Route 22, Hilldale Place/North Broad Street
Municipalities: Hillside Twp
Counties: Union
This project addresses the Rt. 22 Hilldale Place Ramp Connection Bridge which is in poor condition due to the deck and
substructure condition. The project will correct existing geometric deficiencies, the substandard mainline curve and negative
superelevation, which cause crashes. To address access issues an eastbound entrance ramp will be constructed.
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658B
Route 22, Westbound, Vicinity of Vaux Hall Road to West of Bloy Street
Counties: Union
Project consists of safety and operational improvements by providing a foreshortened deceleration lane for Route 22
westbound exit ramp to Vauxhall Road and adding eastbound acceleration lane from Sayre Road that will allow traffic to
safely exit/merge with mainline traffic. Upgrades to ramp radius will be investigated.
DB 658B1 was broken out of this project in 12/08, and will address the eastbound side of Rt. 22.
12437
Route 27, Grand Street NB Intersection
Municipalities: Elizabeth City
Counties: Union
This location is a four legged signalized intersection in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Route 27 is one-way in the northbound
direction with two lanes shared through-right and through-left lanes. Eastbound Grand Street is one lane with a shared
through-left lane. Westbound Grand Street is a single lane approach providing for through and right turns.
12421
Route 28, Grove Street to Highland Avenue
Municipalities: Roselle Park Boro Elizabeth City
Counties: Union
11404
Route 82, Caldwell Avenue to Lehigh Avenue
Counties: Union
The Pedestrian Safety Evaluation for Rt 82 (MP 1.87 to 4.00),as part of the Pedestrian Safe Corridor Program, identifed
specific pedestrian safety deficiencies and countermeasures to remove barriers that prohibit safe walking primarily at
intersections. At appropriate locations, these measures include, installing pedestrain countdown signal heads, installing ADAcompliant ramps, revising traffic signal timings for appropriate pedestrian clearance times, clearly defining school zones,etc.
94019
Route 82, Rahway River Bridge
Municipalities: Springfield Twp
Counties: Union
The bridge is in poor condition and experiences frequent flooding. The bridge needs to be replaced.
08434
St. Georges Avenue Improvements
Municipalities: Linden City Roselle Boro
Counties: Union
Improvements for St. Georges Avenue between East Baltimore Ave. on the southwest and Chandler Ave. on the northeast, in
Union County.
The following special federal appropriation was allocated to this project: FY05 SAFETEA LU/HPP $400,000. Bill line #301,
ID# NJ 124.
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11369
Route 22, Bates Avenue to Route 57
Municipalities: Phillipsburg Town Lopatcong Twp
Counties: Warren
There has been 37 flooding incidents in 6 years. This location is ranked 46 of 232 for flooding and 100 of 131 (MP 2.1) for
Icing incidents in the 2012 Drainage Management System.
09325
Route 31, Bridge over Furnace Brook
Municipalities: Oxford Twp
Counties: Warren
The proposed project consists of total replacement of existing Route 31 bridge over Furnace Brook. In addition, pedestrian
facilities on the bridge and at the adjacent Route 31/Wall Street intersection will be upgraded to meet the current standards
and ADA compliance.
12422
Route 31, Bryants Road (CR 634) to Route 46
Municipalities: Washington Twp Washington Boro Oxford Twp W Counties: Warren
11340
Route 46, Route 163 to Water Street (CR 620)
Municipalities: Knowlton Twp White Twp
Counties: Warren
11340A
Route 46, Route 80 to Walnut Road
Municipalities: Knowlton Twp
Counties: Warren
Rehabilitate the pavement with significant pavement reconstruction.
97062B
Route 57, CR 519 Intersection Improvement
Municipalities: Lopatcong Twp
Counties: Warren
The project will provide operational and safety improvements at the Rt. 57 and CR 519 intersection. The intersection
approaches will be widened to provide turning lanes and shoulders. The project includes replacement of two structures over
the Lopatcong Creek; the existing bridges, on Rt. 57, immediately to the east of the intersection and on Rt. 519, immediately
to the north of the intersection will be demolished and reconstructed further away from the immediate vicinity of the
intersection. In order to accomplish this, the Lopatcong Creek will also be relocated.
11351
Route 57, Pohatcong Creek, Culvert Replace, Lopatcong Twp
Municipalities: Lopatcong Twp
Counties: Warren
The existing culvert (structure number 2105-151) is a four-sided, reinforced concrete culvert, which was constructed in 1921.
The culvert is in need of repair or replacement given its poor structural condition. Given the poor condition of the culvert's
roof slab, the culvert has low load ratings. The culvert also has inadequate deck geometry and substandard guide rail end
terminals. Through the Concept Development phase, the Department is identifying and evaluating options, such as culvert
replacement (e.g., three-sided versus four-sided culverts) and repair options, to address those identified deficiencies.
12423
Route 57, Point Mountain Rd (CR 629) to Claremont Rd
Municipalities: Mansfield Twp
Counties: Warren
14372
Route 57, Route 22 to Route 31
Municipalities: Lopatcong Twp Greenwich Twp Franklin Twp Was Counties: Warren
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9237
Route 57/182/46, Hackettstown Mobility Improvements
Municipalities: Hackettstown Town Washington Twp
Counties: Warren Morris
This study will investigate improved mobility from and to Rt. 46 and Rt. 57 to alleviate traffic congestion in the Hackettstown
area. This area was identified by the Congestion Management System as one of the top 40 congestion locations statewide.
09545
Route 80, WB Rockfall Mitigation, Hardwick Township
Municipalities: Hardwick Twp
Counties: Warren
A problem statement has been submitted, detailing rockfall hazards in this section of I-80. Recommended remedial action
would consist of analysis, design and implementation of rockfall mitigation measures, including, but not limited to: scaling,
rock bolting, wire mesh, and catch fences.
11322
Route 94, Bridge over Jacksonburg Creek
Municipalities: Blairstown Twp
Counties: Warren
Replacement of the bridge is recommended. The deck is rated 3 (serious), the superstructure is rated 3 (serious), and the
substructure is rated 5 (fair). The overall sufficiency rating for this structure is 48.6 (deficient).
Incidental roadway approach work, including milling & paving and the replacement of the guide rail in all four (4) quadrants in
order to upgrade to current standards as required, will also be included in the project.
09320
Route 173, Bridge over Pohatcong Creek
Municipalities: Greenwich Twp
Counties: Warren
This study proposes to replace the existing Route 173 Bridge over the Pohatcong Creek which is a reinforced concrete arch
built in 1914 carrying two lanes of traffic over the Pohatcong Creek. The bridge is skewed 43 degrees to the waterway which
presents construction constraints.
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NJTPA PROJECT POOL
PORT AUTHORITY FOR FY 2016
06318F
North Avenue Corridor Improvement Project (NACI)
Counties: Union
This project consists of Section 1, 3 and 4 of the four sections of the NACI project. It will result in final design for all four
sections, and construction of Sections 1, 3 and 4 providing direct ramp connections from North Avenue to Jersey Gardens
Boulevard, construction of a flyover of the Kapkowski Road/North Avenue intersection, and grade separation of the North
Avenue/Dowd Avenue and North Avenue/Division Street intersections. The new ramp connections and grade separations
will reduce traffic at two major intersections, eliminate one of the three signalized intersections, eliminate a dangerous weave
condition for eastbound North Avenue traffic attempting to access the current Jersey Gardens on-ramp, and bolster bidirectional flow in support of future port-related and commercial uses. North Avenue is a key east-west thoroughfare that lies
between the intersections of US 1&9 and the Port Authority Marine Terminals at Port Newark and Elizabeth. It is a critical link
that connects State and Interstate highways, NJ Turnpike Interchange 13A, Newark Liberty International Airport, the Marine
Terminal Complex and major warehouse/distribution facilities, industrial parks and retail/commercial centers.
N1205
Route 278, Goethals Bridge Replacement
Counties: Union
Replacement of the existing Goethals Bridge between Elizabeth, NJ and Staten Island, NY along the I-278 Corridor.
Pursuant to the Record of Decision by the US Coast Guard in January 2011 concluding the NEPA review process, the Port
Authority is advancing plans for replacement of the existing bridge opened in 1928. The preferred alternative is a full
replacement on an alignment immediately to the south of the current bridge, tying into the existing roadway connections in
both states. The existing bridge will remain in service during construction of the new crossing, and will be demolished after
the replacement bridge opens.
The existing structure has two 10-foot-wide lanes in each direction (eastbound and westbound) separated by a median, with
no shoulders, and no pedestrian/bikeway accommodation. The existing free flow speed is 45 mph. The new bridge will
include separate roadway decks for eastbound and westbound travel, each providing three 12 –foot-wide lanes, one 12-footwide outer shoulder, and one 5-foot-wide inner shoulder. The new bridge will also include a pedestrian/bikeway. Project
specifications assure the design will not preclude addition of future mass transit service across the bridge (by providing
sufficient right-of-way between the east and westbound roadways for a potential future transit system). The free flow speed
for the new bridge will be 60 mph. The new structure also will incorporate seismic protection, security, and comprehensive
ITS features. Total project length is approximately 1.5 miles, between NJ Turnpike and the Staten Island Expressway.
Consistent with the Port Authority commitment for self-financing its surface transportation projects, the project has been
included in the NJTPA TIP Appendix and in the regional transportation network for conformity purposes. Subsequently, the
agency has initiated development of a public-private partnership option to implement the project through an innovative
Design-Build-Finance-Maintain (DBFM) approach. PANYNJ has applied for a federal TIFIA loan as part of the P3 financing
package. The loan application is under active consideration by the Federal Highway Administration. FHWA has advised that
inclusion of a candidate project in the respective MPO TIPs and respective State STIPS is a condition of eligibility for TIFIA
assistance. The project has been included in the TIP for the New York Metropolitan Transportation Council, and in the New
York State STIP.
NY Structure No. 5523059, 52305A, 552305B.
N1301
Route 440, Bayonne Bridge Navigational Clearance Project
Municipalities: Bayonne
Counties: Hudson
This project entails increasing the air draft of the Bayonne Bridge by raising the roadway within the existing arch span by 64
feet, from 151 feet to 215 feet. Additionally, the new roadway will be wider (to better conform to AASHTO standards), and the
6-foot wide pedestrian walkway will be widened to a 12-foot wide shared-use path accommodating pedestrians and cyclists.
A new higher roadway will be constructed within the existing constraints on the main span. The existing approach roads will
be demolished and new, wider approaches will be constructed. The new approaches will have 8-foot wide outside shoulders
and 4-foot wide inside shoulders. During construction, the median will be removable channelizer posts. Once the full bridge
is completed, jersey barriers will be used in the median. The existing toll plaza will be demolished and replaced. Estimated
duration of construction is about 3.5 years, during which time traffic will be reduced to one 12.5-foot lane per direction, with
nightly road closures and 8 full weekend closures per year. ITS sign structures (including VMS, VSLS, CCTV and road
sensors) will be constructed along the rehabilitated roadway. (On the NY side the project is in The City of New York,
Richmond County.)
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PA1412 Salt Mitigation
Funding is provided for Salt Mitigation projects. Salt water infiltrated several parts of the PATH system. The impacted areas
were originally washed down, but later months investigation has shown that salt water is still present and causing corrosion
in many assets. The salt can only be removed with very high pressure and close proximity power washing and by chemically
neutralizing it. Below are specific locations where salt water impacts are present and mitigation is necessary. Work will begin
with Tunnels E &F since they experienced most damage, but other locations are expected and are under investigation.
Several teams will begin a survey of the tunnels to quantify what needs to be replaced, cleaned, protected, etc. Tunnel A,
Tunnel B, Tunnel E, and Tunnel F
PA1413 Substations
Replacement and upgrades of four substations, which provide power to the PATH System. Funding is provided for
substation replacement projects. These substations were damaged by storm surges and flooding. Equipment was
damaged and not operational and has been replaced or refurbished. The outdoor switch yard and building were also
undermined due to storm surge. The existing substations have reached the end of their useful life. The new substations will
be constructed above the advisory flood elevation. Land acquisition is necessary in multiple locations so that the current
substation can continue to operate during the construction period without any interruption to service. Tunnel A, Tunnel B,
Tunnel E, and Tunnel F
PA1415 Vertical Transportation
Municipalities: Hoboken City Harrison Twp Jersey City
Counties: Hudson
Funding is provided for vertical transportation replacement projects. These replacement projects will replace the hydro ADA
elevator at Hoboken, replace elevators at Harrison Car Maintenance Facility, three escalators at Exchange Place and four
escalators at Newport Station. These elevators and escalators were damaged by Superstorm Sandy and need immediate
repair. In the case of the Hoboken, due to the urgency of replacing the elevator, the project was started in January and will
be complete in September. Hoboken, NJ; Hoboken Station, Harrison Car Maintenance Facility at Harrison, NJ, Exchange
Place Station, Jersey City, NJ, Newport Station, Jersey City, NJ.
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94047A
EWR Southern Access Roadway
Counties: Essex
This is a Port Authority of New York and New Jersey project. The project includes building ramps at the McClellan Street
interchange to and from Rt. 1&9 north and southbound; demolition and reconstruction of the McClellan Street Bridge, and
relocation of the utilities in the vicinity of the project. The project will be designed and constructed in accordance with
NJDOT standards.
This project is multi-year funded. This is a multi-year funded construction project.
97005D
Portway, Passaic River Crossing
Municipalities: Kearny Town Newark City
This project will study Doremus Avenue, Passaic River Crossing and Central Avenue over Rt. 1&9T as one project because
of their connectivity. The areas of the project service industrial and commercial facilities in a section of Newark and the
southern section of Kearny. The purpose of the proposed improvement is to create a connection with NJ Turnpike at
Interchange 15E and Rt. 1&9T, and/or another variation of the two. The improved section will serve to improve access
to/from trucking distribution facilities along Doremus Avenue and the NJ Turnpike and will help reduce truck traffic on Rt.
1&9T. It will range from replacing the existing Rt. 1&9T bridge to providing dual bridge structures. The reconfiguration of
Central Avenue/Rt. 1&9T interchange may provide four 12-foot travel lanes and two 12-foot shoulders to improve flow and
safety. The proposed geometry will primarily follow the existing alignment except at the interchange. Sidewalks could be
provided within the proposed berm. A rail crossing on the same facility will also be investigated as part of this project.
9240
Route 1&9, NYS&W RR Bridge (23)
Municipalities: Fairview Boro North Bergen Twp
Counties: Bergen Hudson
Replacement of the existing structurally deficient Rt. 1&9 bridge over the NY Susquehanna & Western Railroad. Geometric
upgrades include improvements to the Rt. 1&9 from south of Division Street to the intersection of Fairview Avenue with
minor improvements to the intersection of Rt. 1&9 and Fairview Avenue.
08417
Route 1, Forrestal Road to Aaron Road
Municipalities: Plainsboro Twp South Brunswick Twp North Bruns Counties: Middlesex
A project to address the deficiencies along the portion of Route 1 in South Brunswick between MP 13.30 and 22.50. This
stretch of the roadway currently accommodates only two travel lanes in each direction. Sections of Route 1 both north and
south carry three lanes of travel. The 3 Intersections of Ridge Road, New Road, and Deans Lane/Henderson Road will be
advanced into Concept Development under this agreement.
00312
Route 10, Jefferson Road
Municipalities: Hanover Twp
Counties: Morris
This project will improve traffic flow and safety at the Rt. 10 & Jefferson Road intersection by extending the Rt. 10 EB
auxiliary lane from the I-287 exit ramp further to the east of the existing jug handle. An auxiliary lane will be constructed on
the South Jefferson Road approach to the intersection.
98338C
Route 10/202, NJ 53 to Johnson Road, Operational Improvements
Municipalities: Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp Hanover Twp
Counties: Morris
This is an operational improvement project to alleviate the congestion problem during the morning peak hour, especially on
Rt. 10 EB. Widen Rt.10 EB to three lanes from westerly terminus to the existing three lane section. Rebuild the southwest
jug handle and build the Johnson Rd. connector ramp in lieu of the current forward jug handle from Rt. 10 EB to Rt. 202 NB.
Widen Rt. 202 to provide additional through lanes.
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94056
Route 17, Central Avenue Bridge, Rochelle Park
Municipalities: Rochelle Park Twp
Counties: Bergen
This project will provide for the proposed bridge replacement, which was identified by Bridge Management System. The
overall condition of the bridge is serious, with low appraisal ratings for structural evaluation and the inadequate deck
geometry.
103A1
Route 17, Essex Street to South of Route 4
Counties: Bergen
Widening of Rt. 17 to provide six lanes of through traffic, some of which is on structures within the project limits. The project
will include structure replacements and at-grade crossings at various intersections.
94057
Route 17, NYS&W Bridge
Municipalities: Rochelle Park Twp
Counties: Bergen
This project will provide for the proposed bridge replacement, which was identified by Bridge Management System. The
overall condition of the bridge is serious, with low appraisal ratings for structural elevation and the inadequate deck geometry.
103A2
Route 17, Williams Avenue to I-80
Municipalities: Hasbrouck Heights Boro Hackensack City
Counties: Bergen
This study will investigate the widening of Rt. 17 to provide six lanes of through traffic. Structural replacements will be
included.
The following special federal appropriations have been allocated to this project: 1) FY 2004/Section 115/H17 $1,000,000,
ID# NJ093); 2) FY05/Section 11/H66, $2,000,000 (ID# NJ 111); 3)FY06 SAFETEA-LU, HPP $4,400,000 (ID# NJ128); 4)
FY06 SAFETEA-LU, HPP $9,600,000 (ID# NJ159) (available 20% per year); 5)FY 2004 Sec. 115/H17, PL 108-199,
$1,000,000 (ID# NJ094).
9227
Route 34, Amboy Road/Morristown Road (5)
Municipalities: Old Bridge Twp
Counties: Middlesex
This project will address proposed intersection improvements. Two closely aligned roads intersect Rt. 34 at acute angles,
which creates traffic movement and sight distance problems. Morristown Road, in particular, has heavy left turning
movements from Rt. 34 southbound with no traffic control.
HP01001 Route 71, Wyckoff Road, CR 547
Municipalities: Eatontown Boro
Counties: Monmouth
This project will provide intersection improvements at Rt. 71 and Wycoff Road. Improvements will include widening of Rt. 71
and the provision of a traffic signal. The outside lanes will be made bicycle compatible. Sidewalks will be reconstructed.
The following special Federal appropriation was allocated to this project. FY 2001/Section 378/45A $149,670
00370
Route 80, Elmwood Park/Rochelle Park/Saddle Brook, Noise Walls
Municipalities: Elmwood Park Boro Lodi Boro
Counties: Bergen
This project will provide for construction of noise walls on both eastbound and westbound I-80 between River Drive and the
Garden State Parkway.
Structures located within this section are: 0225151, 0225154, 0225155, 0225156, 0225157, 0225158.
94004
Route 80, Noise Barriers, Parsippany-Troy Hills to Fairfield, Baldwin Road to Passaic River
Municipalities: Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp Wayne Twp Fairfield Tw Counties: Morris Passaic Essex
The barrier will be located along both eastbound and westbound I-80 from the vicinity of Baldwin Road to east of the Passaic
River. The project consists of segments of noise barriers. The total length of the barrier will be approximately 17,000 feet.
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NJDOT CANDIDATE PROGRAMS FOR FY 2016
X12
Acquisition of Right of Way
Advance acquisition and demolition of key right of way parcels, easements, transportation facilities, and access and
development rights to preserve transportation corridors for future transportation use.
11344
ADA Curb Ramp Implementation
The Federal Highway Administration requested NJDOT to complete an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Curb Ramp
Inventory and develop an Implementation Program. A priority list of locations that are missing ADA curb ramps was
developed and this funding will be applied to projects that are missing ADA curb ramps statewide.
08415
Airport Improvement Program
This program funds grants to be awarded by the Commissioner of NJDOT pursuant to a competitive project application
process for projects, including but not limited to, safety, preservation, rehabilitation and capital improvements (such as
runway, taxiway and apron improvements, airport lighting and navigational aids, aviation fuel farms, automated weather
observation systems, airport security, airport access roads, etc.) at public-use general aviation airports, aviation planning
purposes, aviation education and promotion programs, aviation studies, airport feasibility studies, and also to provide funds to
help match and capture federal funds.
04311
Asbestos Surveys and Abatements
This program provides initial funding for term agreements for advanced design services which include asbestos surveying,
preparation of plans and specifications for the asbestos abatement, and the air monitoring process needed on construction
contracts.
13303
Automatic Traffic Management System (ATMS)
This program will provide funding for the deployment program for the first Automatic Traffic management System (ATMS) in
the State including all phases of design. This program will include funding for the complete delivery of the Final Design
document for Automatic Traffic Management System (ATMS) for a candidate highway (I-80, I-295 or I-78). The design
document will be used to deploy and carry out the actual construction of this technology for automatic operation and handling
of traffic.
01335
Betterments, Dams
This program provides funding for NJ Department of Environmental Protection mandated cyclic (2 year) inspections and the
preparation and maintenance of Emergency Action Plans (EAP), Operations and Maintenance Manuals (O&M) and
Hydrology and Hydraulics (H&H) engineering studies for NJDOT owned dams. If needed, minor improvements will be
provided for hydraulically inadequate dams located on the state highway system.
X72B
Betterments, Roadway Preservation
This is an ongoing program of minor improvements to the state highway system for miscellaneous maintenance repair
contracts, repair parts, miscellaneous needs for emergent projects, handicap ramps, and drainage rehabilitation/maintenance.
X72C
Betterments, Safety
This is an ongoing program of minor improvements to the state highway system such as beam guide rail and impact
attenuators, as well as safety fencing.
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X185
Bicycle & Pedestrian Facilities/Accommodations
This is a comprehensive program to insure the broad implementation of the Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan,
Complete Streets Policy and the implementation of federal and state policies and procedures pertaining to bicycle,
pedestrian, transit and ADA access and safety. This program includes addressing bicycle, pedestrian, transit and ADA travel
needs through the development of improvements on state, county and local system either by independent capital projects or
through grants to counties and municipalities. Projects must make full consideration for the needs of all users.
03304
Bridge Deck/Superstructure Replacement Program
This program will provide funding for design and construction of deck preservation, deck replacement and superstructure
replacement projects in various locations throughout the state. This is a statewide program which will address an approved
priority listing of deficient bridge decks.
98315
Bridge Emergency Repair
This program allows NJDOT to obtain emergency bridge repairs (through various Bridge Maintenance Contracts - i.e.
Concrete Structural Repair, Structural Steel Repair, Timber Structure Repair Contracts). This program also allows the NJDOT
to obtain emergency technical consultant assistance for inspection and repair design when the safety of a bridge(s) is
compromised due to a collision or flood damage, etc. These consultants will be available to assist Department personnel on
an as-needed basis.
X07A
Bridge Inspection
This program provides regular structural inspection of state highway, NJ Transit highway-carrying bridges and local bridges
as required by federal law. This program also enables the in-depth scour evaluation of potentially scour susceptible bridges.
14404
Bridge Maintenance and Repair, Movable Bridges
This Operations program allows the NJDOT to obtain emergency movable bridge and tunnel repairs on a 24/7 basis.
Furthermore, this contract funding will be utilized to address priority structural repair deficiencies and PEOSHA violations that
are identified during in-depth inspections. These assets are required to operate on demand and adhere to drawbridge
operation regulations pursuant to title 33, Code of Federal Regulations.
X70
Bridge Management System
This is a program for the development, improvement, and implementation of New Jersey's Bridge Management System, a
computerized system of analyzing bridge rehabilitation and replacement needs.
13323
Bridge Preventive Maintenance
This program provides funding for bridge preservation activities including painting as well as deck repairs and substructure
repairs as a means of extending structure life. Painting contracts shall be awarded to include painting steel on various
structures as an anti-corrosion and will be constituted from an approved list of bridges based on the availability and regional
breakdown of funding. Preventive maintenance contracts shall include deck repairs, header reconstruction, curb
reconstruction, joint resealing, substructure concrete repairs, and sealing of the entire structure, with structures systematically
prioritized by corridor or geographical area. Both painting and preventive maintenance contracts shall be awarded to preserve
and prolong the useful service life of bridges in accordance with the NJDOT Bridge Preventive Maintenance Program.
08381
Bridge Replacement, Future Projects
Future projects related to bridge replacements, Statewide.
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98316
Bridge Scour Countermeasures
Bridge scour countermeasure contracts will provide the needed protection to various substructure elements to extend the life
of state bridges over waterways. The bridge scour countermeasure contracts will be constituted from an approved list of
bridges and will be based on the availability and regional breakdown of funding.
98319
Capital Contract Payment Audits
This program provides funding for the auditing of capital project contract invoices that involve reimbursement of direct and
overhead costs. The Federal Highway Administration requires such audits on all engineering firms doing business with the
NJDOT in order to ensure accurate billing of project costs.
02379
Congestion Relief, Intelligent Transportation System Improvements (Smart Move Program)
This is a program of low-cost, quick-turnaround intelligent transportation system (ITS) improvements to improve traffic flow
and provide traveler information on the state's transportation system. This program will provide for the deployment of these
through separate ITS projects or be added within other roadway and bridge infrastructure preservation projects to effectively
complete these at the minimum cost and disruption to traffic during construction. Design support to add ITS components
and/or standards may be accomplished through using consultants. ITS equipment are long lead time items and this program
will allow procurement to proceed in advance and then to be installed in the first stages to also assist in the mitigation of
traffic impacts during construction of those projects. ITS equipment could include Dynamic Message Signs to provide real
time traffic conditions in strategic locations to allow the motoring public to make informed decisions on possible alternatives.
02378
Congestion Relief, Operational Improvements (Fast Move Program)
This is a program of low-cost, quick-turnaround capital improvements to relieve congestion at key bottleneck locations
throughout the state.
X180
Construction Inspection
In order to provide inspection of construction projects on an as-needed basis, the NJDOT provides term agreements. This
service also provides materials inspection of structural steel and precast concrete produced at out-of-state fabrication
facilities.
05304
Construction Program IT System (TRNS.PORT)
This program will provide a replacement system for the current information technology (IT) systems supporting the Estimating
through Awarding of Construction Projects. It will also implement IT systems for Construction Management, Materials and
Civil Rights including annual licensing fees.
X242
Crash Reduction Program
This is a comprehensive program of safety improvements designed to improve conditions and locations identified by the
Highway Safety Improvement Program. Treatments are intended to reduce nighttime, wet weather, fixed object, and icing
crashes. These treatments may include pavement improvements, protection or removal of fixed objects, and utility pole
delineation. This program will also develop and implement a systematic approach to the installation of lane and roadway
departure technologies such as rumblestrips and rumblestripes, signing, and striping to prevent vehicles from leaving their
respective lanes and causing crashes, injuries, and deaths. Additionally, this program will also provide for the development
and implementation of quick-turnaround projects at locations which show an excessive occurrence of crashes as well as
remediation of those locations.
99322A
Culvert Inspection Program, Locally-owned Structures
This program will provide for regular structural inspection of county-owned and locally-owned highway bridges of less than 20
feet.
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99322
Culvert Inspection Program, State-owned Structures
This program provides for the inspection of state-owned highway bridges less than 20 feet in length.
09316
Culvert Replacement Program
Culvert replacements will be initiated based on the results of the culvert inspection program. It is anticipated that these
culverts will be replaced in the same location with basically the same waterway opening size and will require minimal utility
involvement.
X142
DBE Supportive Services Program
This is a federal grant program which provides support to individual Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) contractors
through technical assistance, on-site visits, DBE conferences, newsletters, and similar types of assistance.
X106
Design, Emerging Projects
This program provides initial funding for Capital Program Management task order agreements as well as projects emerging
from concept development. Funding is also provided for review of projects and for advanced design services which include,
but are not limited to the following functions: development of base plan for final design; location of existing features within
footprints, such as project monumentation, topography, utilities and drainage, using Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE),
General Field survey, Global Positioning System survey, Primary Control survey and Aerial photography; geotechnical work,
specifically soil borings; administrative work needed to set budgets and manpower for right of way acquisition; asbestos
surveying or plans, specifications and air monitoring for abatement process.
05342
Design, Geotechnical Engineering Tasks
This program will provide funding for term agreements to obtain consultant services to perform Geotechnical Services for
various projects within the geographical confines of the state of New Jersey. The work covered by this agreement will be
limited to Geotechnical Engineering Services and consists of two major tasks: conducting subsurface exploration programs
and providing geotechnical designs and analysis for bridge and structure foundations, roadway engineering and rock
engineering.
X197
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
This is a federal grant to provide an integrated program of training and business development services to expand the capacity
of Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms to more equitably compete for public works contracts in the State.
X154D
Drainage Rehabilitation & Improvements
This program funds low-cost/high-value drainage projects on the state highway drainage system.
X154
Drainage Rehabilitation and Maintenance, State
This program provides funding for the rehabilitation and maintenance of state highway drainage systems, which may include:
removal of material, video inspection, contract salary costs, retrofitting inlet covers due to Stormwater Management
Regulations, acquisition and maintenance of specialized drainage equipment.
X241
Electrical Facilities
This program provides funding for purchasing materials in addition to replacement, repair, preservation, and installation of
electrical facilities along the state highway system. Included in this program are highway lighting, sign lighting, cathodic
protection for bridges, road weather information systems and traffic counting/monitoring sites.
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04324
Electrical Load Center Replacement, Statewide
This project will provide for the betterment of the existing highway lighting facilities. The existing facilities do not comply with
current electrical code and replacement equipment is not available. Due to high traffic volumes, maintenance of the existing
facilities is hazardous to NJDOT personnel. The use of high-mast lighting will be investigated. ROW acquisition may be
required.
X75
Environmental Investigations
This program provides funding for environmental assessment work products provided on a quick-response basis through
specialized task-order consultant agreements in such areas as ecology, hazardous waste investigations, cultural resource
investigations and National Environmental Policy Act, and Section 4(f) documentation. Funding is also provided for
environmental permit fees, laboratory fees, and other environmental consultant agreements requiring 100% state funding.
This general program will, furthermore, provide for the cleanup at various locations, of gasoline UST Discharge, reduction
and disposal of solid and hazardous waste materials from state highway system preservation operations and private disposal
sites used during construction and subsequent maintenance of transportation facilities.
03309
Environmental Project Support
This program provides for environmental services for the following activities: Land Use Regulation Program permit and
preparation payments; wetland delineations; wetland mitigation monitoring; wetland mitigation remediation; cultural resources
mitigation; hazardous waste investigations and studies and payments; hydrology/hydraulic investigations and studies, permits
and payments; and Air/Noise studies. These activities are in support of meeting environmental commitments and prevent
costly violations.
X15
Equipment (Vehicles, Construction, Safety)
This program provides funding for the direct purchase or lease/rental of replacement or new equipment to include, but not
limited to the following: construction equipment, snow plow trucks, light duty trucks, passenger vehicles including vans & cars,
radios, rollers, concrete mixers, asphalt spreaders, trailer-mounted arrow boards, safety trucks, portable light towers, truckmounted attenuators, portable message boards, emergency service patrol vehicles, incident management response trucks,
vehicle fuel system hardware and software, HARs trailers for diversion route planning and implementation (and all parts
associated with this equipment). This equipment will support the expanded capital, safety and maintenance programs. Part of
this funding should be used to replace equipment that is over-age and that has fallen behind the planned life cycle due to
recurring budget shortfalls and budget cuts in the equipment area.
X15A
Equipment, Snow and Ice Removal
A stable funding source to be used solely for the continuous improvement of the State’s ability to effectively and efficiently
remove snow and ice off of the State owned highways and byways. This program will provide direct purchase or replacement
of snow and ice removal equipment. Examples of equipment and or stationary assets to include but not limited to; brine
manufacturing units, brine distribution equipment, snow plows, salt spreaders, specialized snow fighting equipment, brine
manufacturing and calcium dispenser Capital improvements. Part of the funding will be used to replace aging snow
equipment that is beyond its functional or useful life.
00377
Ferry Program
This program provides federal dollars allocated from the Ferry Boat Discretionary Fund program for construction/improvement
to ferry boats and ferry terminals. Funding comes from set-aside funds and potential earmarks.
X34
Freight Program
This program provides funding for the rehabilitation and improvement of key elements of the NJ rail freight network, including
acquisition, rehabilitation, facility construction, and substitute service assistance under the State Freight Assistance Program,
matching of federal funds, and participation in other projects and programs for improvement of the intermodal goods
movement network and support of economic development initiatives.
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09388
Highway Safety Improvement Program Planning
This item consists of two programs: Safety Management System (SMS) safety improvement projects and Rail-Highway safety
improvement projects. SMS, through guidance of the HSIP (23 CFR 924), identifies, prioritizes and implements safety
programs and projects associated with safe corridors and intersection improvement programs in an effort to reduce crashes
and crash severity on New Jersey's roadways. Safe Corridor Program currently includes portions of Rt. 1, 9, 22, 40, 46, 47,
73 and 206. The Intersection Improvement Program includes right angle, left turn, same direction and pedestrian crash
intersection locations. Rail-Highway Program will continue onsite inspection of public grade crossing to identify rail-highway
grade crossing hazards to develop and implement rail-highway grade crossing safety improvements.
15343
Intelligent Traffic Signal Systems
This program will seek to improve mobility on New Jersey’s arterial highways. Arterials contribute almost 70% of total
congestion that occurs in New Jersey. This program will focus on dynamically managing NJ’s arterials from NJDOT’s Arterial
Management Center. Existing traffic signals will be strategically, systematically and programmatically upgraded from standalone signals to highly sophisticated, coordinated, real time traffic response traffic signals. This upgrade will consist of
installing new controllers, intelligent software and algorithms, robust detection and communication. This is a plan to upgrade
most of the signals on NJDOT owned highways only.
13304
Intelligent Transportation System Resource Center
This program includes the development of a statewide Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Strategic Plan, ITS
Deployment Plan, and a Work Zone Mobility Monitoring Program. The center will also conduct research, operational tests,
evaluation of deployment scenarios and strategies, training and outreach to develop best practices for implementation of ITS.
98333
Intersection Improvement Program (Project Implementation)
This program provides for the implementation of safety and operational improvements at intersections identified by the
Highway Safety Improvement Program as having significant safety problems. This program also includes right angle, left turn
and pedestrian crash occurrences at intersection locations.
X151
Interstate Service Facilities
This program provides for the development and implementation of improvements and landscaping to the network of interstate
highway service facilities.
13305
Job Order Contracting Infrastructure Repairs, Statewide
Utilize Job Order Contracting to better manage and control cost associated with transportation infrustructure repairs (e.g.
fixed bridge; movable bridge;roadway drainage systems; roadway repair; lighting etc.). This project utilizes a 3rd party vendor
to control the bid award process for transportation projects with an estimated repair cost under $1M per project.
X137
Legal Costs for Right of Way Condemnation
This program provides reimbursement to the Division of Law for legal work performed in connection with right of way
condemnation and capital project litigation.
10347
Local Aid Consultant Services
Funding for consultant services to assist local public agencies in administering projects and providing oversight to recipients
receiving Local Aid funds. Services also include providing overall quality assurance and quality control for the project delivery
process.
06327
Local Aid Grant Management System
This program provides for the development and implementation of a web-based grant management system to facilitate
customer service to grantees and enable better management of grant funds, both state and federal.
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X186
Local Aid, Infrastructure Fund
This program provides local aid funding for counties and municipalities in addition to funding provided by the basic Trust Fund
Act program.
08387
Local Bridges, Future Needs
Formula-based and competitive-based funding is provided to counties for future needs related to the local bridge system.
X065
Local CMAQ Initiatives
Under the guidance of the Metropolitan Planning Organizations, local projects will be developed that will enhance air quality.
Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ) funds are allocated to the states for use in nonattainment and maintenance areas for projects that contribute to the attainment of the Clean Air Act standards by reducing
emissions from highway sources. The DVRPC program will contribute to the following projects selected as part of the DVRPC
competitive CMAQ Program: Diesel Engine Locomotive Retrofits, Gloucester County CNG Transit Vehicles, Gloucester
Marine Terminal Truck Engine Retrofit, Province Line Road Bike Trail, and Haddon Avenue Roadway Improvements.
X41B1
Local County Aid, NJTPA
This program provides funds allocated to the counties within the NJTPA MPO area for transportation improvements under the
NJ Transportation Trust Fund Act.
X98B1
Local Municipal Aid, NJTPA
This program provides funds allocated to municipalities in the NJTPA area for transportation improvements under the NJ
Transportation Trust Fund Act.
X98Z
Local Municipal Aid, Urban Aid
This program provides funds allocated to Urban Aid for transportation improvements under the NJ Transportation Trust Fund
Act.
N1202
Local Preliminary Engineering
This program provides funding for projects that have graduated from the Local Capital Project Delivery Program's Local
Concept Development Phase. These projects will be further developed and refined to a level of detail necessary to secure the
approval of the environmental document.
06326
Local Project Development Support
This program provides NJDOT project management and environmental support to local governments.
04314
Local Safety/ High Risk Rural Roads Program
The Local Safety Program provides funds to counties and municipalities for the improvement of dangerous intersections and
other road improvements, focusing on pedestrian and vehicular safety improvements of critical need that can be delivered in
a short period of time, generally less than 12 months from problem identification to completion of construction. This program
also encompasses mandatory federal funding of $1.7 million per year for High Risk Rural Roads, for safety countermeasures
on rural major or minor collector roads, or on rural local roads.
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X196
Maintenance & Fleet Management System
This program provides for the continued operation and system upgrades of the Maintenance & Fleet Management Systems.
These systems provide enhanced data accumulation and cost management dissemination capabilities for maintenance
operations and a required compatible data source for related systems that are required for federal funding justification
(Pavement and Bridge Management Systems). Also included will be the purchase of equipment for the NJDOT fleet and
funding for monthly air-time fees.
01309
Maritime Transportation System
This program provides funding to support New Jersey’s Maritime Industry and Marine Transportation System. The system
includes navigable channels, dredging and dredged material management technologies, marine environment enhancements,
berth and terminal structures, related intermodal transportation facilities and corridors, shipping, receiving and cargo
movement tracking systems, GPS/GIS, Vessel Traffic and Port Information Systems, Physical Oceanographic Real-Time
Systems, science, technology and education programs. Navigation aides, boat building technologies, ocean habitat tracking
systems and other new technologies interact to create a seamless system linking all aspects of the maritime industry into a
single transportation matrix. Funding may also be provided for the Port Jersey channel dredging project.
X30A
Metropolitan Planning
NJDOT supports the federally mandated Metropolitan Planning Organization transportation planning process. New Jersey
Metropolitan Planning Organizations carry out a "3C" transportation planning process whereby planning activities are
conducted on a continuous basis while also providing a forum for cooperative decision making among responsible state and
local officials, public and private transit operators and the general public.
07332
Minority and Women Workforce Training Set Aside
State law requires that an allocation of one half of one percent for State construction contracts over $1 million is set aside for
minority and women outreach and training purposes. Training and outreach activities will have particular emphasis on
contractors who do not meet workforce goals. This requirement is delineated under NJAC 17:27-7.4. NJDOT is committing to
the training requirement on a programmatic level rather than on a project-by-project level.
13306
Mobility and Systems Engineering Program
This combined program seeks to improve mobility inclusive of but not limited to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS),
Traffic Signal Timing and Optimization, monitoring Workzone Mobility and Advanced Traveler Information System (ATIS)
programs. A combined program will allow for improved, cohesive and sustainable planning, design, procurement and
deployment of operations' strategies such as ITS technologies and ATIS. Federal mandates such as: (a) following and
maintaining ITS Architecture, (b) preparing TMPs for major construction projects, (c) motorist's information sharing (511), (d)
"Every Day Counts" initiatives, (e) incorporation of adaptive signal systems, (f) hard shoulder use, (g) performance measures
and, (h) maintenance/upgrade/enhancement of existing ITS infrastructure and hardware are covered under this program.
This program also includes review and development of new technology and the possible application, design, procurement,
testing and deployment of such technologies. The development of contract documents and engineering plans for various
projects and ITS contracts is also included. This program includes technical and engineering support needed for the Traffic
Operations Centers; development, enhancement and maintenance of the existing ITS infrastructure, ATIS associated
database; and funding for TRANSCOM. This program will support NJDOT's traffic signal optimization efforts and the Arterial
Management Center. The funding for utilization of the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) and/or other academic
institution(s) as a resource center for ITS research or utilization of their expertise for NJDOT assistance will be maintained in
its entirety.
X233
Motor Vehicle Crash Record Processing
This program provides the in-house Crash Records unit with upgraded equipment and new methodology. The
comprehensive crash record database will include driver/crash correlation, crash location, data for driver updates, and
database cleaning (correction) process. Data entry, scanning and imaging will be performed by a private contractor.
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New Jersey Scenic Byways Program
This program will assist in the advancement of the NJ Scenic Byways Program, the development, designation and
implementation needed for an organization, group or community to become a state or national scenic byway, and the
maintenance and enhancement of the scenic, recreational, archaeological, natural, cultural and historic intrinsic qualities
associated with the designated byways. Funding will be utilized for planning, design and development of the state program
and for planning, design, development, marketing, and implementation of the state byways within the state program.
Planning, design and development of the state program includes but is not limited to: research leading to the development of
themes for byways on a statewide basis; technical assistance to specifically provide awareness and education about the
management, operation and development of the scenic byway program, activities associated with identifying and planning
tourist amenities on scenic byways on a statewide basis, activities associated with assessing the economic impacts of an
individual byway or a statewide program of byways.
N063
NJTPA, Future Projects
This program provides funding for unanticipated project needs associated with the design, right-of-Way or construction of
NJTPA selected local projects.
99372
Orphan Bridge Reconstruction
This program provides for the engineering and construction of orphan bridges. These bridges will be designed utilizing inhouse and task order designers. The bridges will be reconstructed in the existing footprint, with the abutments being repaired
and the superstructures being replaced with prefabricated/precast systems whenever possible.
X28B
Park and Ride/Transportation Demand Management Program
This program supports TDM options for carpooling, vanpooling, and transit by providing funding for leases for park and rides
in areas with high demand areas throughout the state. The department continues to support funding for approximately 15
leased park and rides statewide to assist with reducing air pollution, congestion and improve air quality.
X51
Pavement Preservation
This program will allow NJDOT to accomplish eligible federal pavement preservation activities on New Jersey's Interstate
highway system and will also allow for pavement preservation on all other state-maintained roads, which help to keep New
Jersey's highway system in a state of good repair. With timely preservation, the NJDOT can provide the traveling public with
improved safety and mobility, reduced congestion and smoother, longer lasting pavements.
06403
Pedestrian Safety Improvement Design and Construction
This is a dedicated funding line item for pedestrian safety projects in high crash corridors and near transit facilities. These
funds are being used for pedestrian safety enhancements at intersections, sidewalk installation, and traffic calming measures,
new state-of-the-art technologies for safe pedestrian crossings, signage and striping.
06401
Pedestrian Safety Improvement Program
This is a zone-based approach to reduce pedestrian crashes and/or fatalities. Each zone would be identified through crash
history data and estimated rates of exposure to motor vehicles/pedestrian conflicts. Each zone would be examined by
NJDOT's Safety Impact Teams who will conduct Road Safety Audits and make recommendations for engineering
improvements. These areas will be focus areas for enhanced education and enforcement measures. This program will be
monitored for success.
X29
Physical Plant
This program will provide for major repairs, rehabilitation, and replacement of the NJDOT physical plant facilities which are
not in compliance with fire and safety standards, do not meet building codes, or which are functionally obsolete for supporting
current maintenance, construction, and engineering activities.
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Planning and Research, Federal-Aid
NJDOT will continue to address planning and research needs in a comprehensive program of studies and proposal
development in order to maximize the use of financial resources and staff. Activities will include data collection, intergovernmental planning coordination, planning work in support of the management systems, research initiatives and Local
Technical Assistance Program.
X140
Planning and Research, State
This program will provide for planning activities which include needs assessments, geometric deficiencies, local aid
assistance, congestion management, travel market analysis, formulation of a new statewide plan, facilitating/implementing
intermodalism, demographics, access management plans, transportation policy, equipment, modeling, clean air initiatives,
data collection equipment, deployment of new technology initiatives, and research initiatives.
X135
Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program for Minorities and Women
This program will provide funding for a pre-apprenticeship program to train minorities and women to qualify for entry into
union apprenticeship programs and employment on NJDOT construction projects.
X10
Program Implementation Costs, NJDOT
This program will provide funding for salaries and other administrative expenses which directly relate to developing and
delivering the Capital Program. This funding is allocated for multi-year and previously authorized project costs.
10344
Project Development: Concept Development and Preliminary Engineering
This program will provide funding for Concept Development and Preliminary Engineering work on various identified projects
on the state transportation system. Functions to be performed include, but are not limited to, data collection including traffic
counts and review of as-built plans, evaluation of existing deficiencies, evaluation of existing safety conditions, environmental
screenings, assessment of right-of-way and access impacts, assessment of environmental impacts, identification of a
Preliminary Preferred Alternative, National Environmental Protection Agency classification, estimates, technical
environmental studies, base mapping/surveying, utility investigations, right of way research and estimates, drainage
investigations, geotechnical investigations, engineering in support of the environmental document, an approved
environmental document, cost estimates and community outreach/involvement.
05341
Project Reporting System (PRS) Replacement
This project will provide a collaborative environment for all department stakeholders to utilize one Project Reporting System to
manage projects from start to finish, thus, facilitating access to all parties and allow for everyone to have input into the
process.
X35A1
Rail-Highway Grade Crossing Program, Federal
This program will provide funding for the elimination of hazards at rail-highway grade crossings, the rehabilitation of grade
crossing surfaces, and the installation of protective warning devices for roadways both on and off the federal-aid system.
Funding will also be provided for the traffic control items required during the construction work and the installation of advance
warning signs and pavement markings at all highway-rail grade crossings.
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Rail-Highway Grade Crossing Program, State
This program will provide state funding for the elimination of hazards at rail-highway grade crossings by the closure of
crossings or the upgrade/improvement of protective warning devices for roads throughout the state. This funding will allow
flexibility in allocating monies for emergency repairs as well as to the areas in need regardless of their geographic location
(MPO). This program will also allow grade crossing closures without drawing down the federal funds used for grade crossing
improvements. Funding will also be provided for the design of traffic detours required for the crossing surface reconstruction
projects.
This program will also provide funding for emergency repairs to the riding surface of highway-rail grade crossings identified
during inspections or from complaints received. These repairs will be accomplished by an NJDOT contractor as priority
situations are identified. These repairs will be limited to surface repairs that do not require railroad infrastructure work, or
reconstruction of the crossing. This program will also include the installation of roadway-related items (signs, pavement
markings) that have been identified as missing or needing replacement or are required (outstanding work from municipalities
and counties) to close out federally funded grade crossing projects from previous years.
99409
Recreational Trails Program
New Jersey's Recreational Trails Program provides grants to public agencies and non-profit organizations for a variety of trail
projects. The program is administered by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Parks and Forestry.
Under the program, a minimum of 30 percent of the project funding must be provided for motorized trail projects (ATVs, dirt
bikes, snowmobiles), 30 percent for non-motorized (hiking, biking, horseback riding), and 40 percent for diverse use, which is
any combination of motorized and non-motorized trail user types. New Jersey has established a maximum grant award of
$25,000 for non-motorized and diverse projects. Grantees must match 20 percent of the total project costs.
X144
Regional Action Program
This is a program of low-cost, quick turn around capital improvements to be accomplished under the management of the
NJDOT Office of Landscape Architecture and the Regional Director for Regional Operations in each of the NJDOT regions.
Also included is funding for small-scale landscape contracts to minimize adverse effects of a highway where engineering
solutions are prohibitive.
X03A
Restriping Program & Line Reflectivity Management System
This program is administered by NJDOT and will provide for the application of long-life pavement markings and raised
pavement markers on the state highway system. In addition, a new Line Reflectivity Management Unit was formed within
Maintenance Engineering and Operations, to take reflectivity readings of pavement markings in order to more efficiently
develop the annual striping program for NJDOT. All equipment purchases will be funded by the NJDOT equipment line item.
X03E
Resurfacing Program
This is a comprehensive program of providing renewed riding surfaces to state highways to prolong the life of the pavement
and provide a smoother ride for users of the system. The resurfacing program is a key component of NJDOT's broader
Pavement Management Program, which is aimed at preserving and extending the life of state highways. Individual highway
segments are selected for resurfacing or other treatments through the NJDOT's pavement management system. The
program consists primarily of the resurfacing of highway segments, but may also include selected repair activities, minor
upgrades such as curbing, application of long-life pavement markings and raised pavement markers on the state highway
system and acquisition of essential equipment and materials.
99327A
Resurfacing, Federal
This program provides for the design and construction of pavement resurfacing projects. This line item will be utilized to
provide pavement recommendations, survey, aerial photography, photogrammetry, base mapping and engineering needed to
prepare contract documents to advertise resurfacing projects as well as provide for contractor services to construct
resurfacing projects. Project lists will be developed by using the Pavement Management System and visual inspection of the
roadway segments in need of repair.
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05339
Right of Way Database/Document Management System
This program provides funding to update the existing Access database with a system that is approved and supported by the
Division of Information Technology. This "next generation" system will have scheduling, document production, management
control, GIS and extensive reporting capabilities. All information of the proposed system has been presented to Information
Technology and has the advocacy of CPM's senior management as well as the Department's Office of the Inspector
General. Occasional upgrades may be required.
05340
Right of Way Full-Service Consultant Term Agreements
This program will allow for the increased utilization of full service ROW consultant firms to address peak workload demands in
the right of way component of the capital program delivery process.
Due to staff reduction, it may be necessary to increase consultant force. The agreements will be established based on initial
binding amounts of $10,000, with the funding of individual task order assignments referenced to project specific state and
federal right of way accounts.
X152
Rockfall Mitigation
This program will provide for the engineering and construction of projects to reduce the potential of rockfall onto highways,
creating safety problems which could potentially cause personal injury or property damage. This program will also be utilized
to update and maintain the Rockfall Hazard Mitigation System (RHMS), which evaluates all highway rock cuts and identifies
potential rockfall issues. These activities will be performed utilizing both in-house and consultant engineering forces.
99358
Safe Routes to School Program
This program provides funding for locally initiated pedestrian access and safety projects to provide safe access to schools.
Funding is provided to the states to undertake a Safe Routes to Schools program. Ten to thirty percent of the money must
fund enforcement, education and encourage programs. The remaining funding must fund programs leading to the
construction of bicycle and pedestrian facilities as well as the salary of a full-time program coordinator.
06402
Safe Streets to Transit Program
This program identifies areas around train stations or bus stops and analyzes the risk based on crash history and exposure.
Once the areas are identified, this program develops multi-modal improvement plans to address the issues.
13307
Salt Storage Facilities - Statewide
Construction of new salt barns at various maintenance yards across the State (1 per Region) to improve snow and ice
removal capabilities and response time.
15807
Segment Improvement Program
This program will provide for the identification and implementation of safety improvements along segments which show crash
rates above the statewide average. The safety improvements proposed are; striping, signage, crosswalks, bus shelters,
handicap ramps, bicycle accommodations, travel lane modifications, resurfacing, changes in accommodating “U” turns,
pedestrian refuge islands, designing for mature drivers, corner modifications and innovative technology i.e. pedestrian/bicycle
detectors, etc.
X239
Sign Structure Inspection Program
Funding is being provided for the inspection of overhead and cantilever sign structures on state roadways. There are over
1,700 sign structures, including overhead, cantilever and variable message structures on state routes.
This program also provides for the inspection of approximately 200 high mast light pole structures on state roadways.
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Sign Structure Rehabilitation/Replacement Program
This program provides for the rehabilitation/replacement of existing VMS (variable message signs), overhead and cantilever
sign structures located on state highways. A number of existing signs have been found to have fatigue cracking that
necessitates action. There are approximately 650 aluminum sign structures in the State and most approaching their design
life of 50 years. Accelerated replacement of these structures is required to address this issue.
13347
Sign Structure Replacement Contract 2013-1
This program provides funding for sign structures that have developed fatigue cracks and had to be removed from service in
order to eliminate hazard to vehicular traffic or signs that have been rated as either in poor or critical condition due to cracks
in the chord members and/or base of the posts.
13348
This program provides funding for sign structures which were constructed using Aluminum material. It has been determined
that these types of structures are more prone to fatigue than originally know. There are about 159 Aluminmum sign
structures throughout the State, which are near the end of their service life and need to be replaced.
14402
Existing aluminum overhead sign structures at various locations identified as being prone to fatigue will be removed and
replaced with new sign structures.
X39
Signs Program, Statewide
This program provides funding for the systematic upgrade of state highway signs, including refurbishing of deteriorated signs,
installation of new signs, and improvement and updating of messages.
X160
Solid and Hazardous Waste Cleanup, Reduction and Disposal
This program will provide for the cleanup, reduction, and disposal of solid and hazardous waste materials from state highway
system preservation operations and private disposal sites used during construction and subsequent maintenance of the
transportation facility.
X150
State Police Enforcement and Safety Services
This program provides reimbursement for State Police services for enforcement and traffic control in construction work zones.
13308
Statewide Traffic Operations and Support Program
This comprehensive Statewide Traffic Operations and support strategies program focuses on reducing non-recurring delays
due to incidents, work zones, weather emergencies, poor signal timings, special events, etc. The program includes a
Statewide Traffic Management Center (STMC), a Traffic Operations Center South (TOCS), a Safety Service Patrol (SSP), a
NJDOT/NJSP Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Unit and a Central Dispatch Unit (CDU). The 24/7 Statewide Traffic
Management Center (STMC) serves three primary functions: (1) It is the Traffic Operations Center (TOC) for the northern
half of the state, (2) It provides for evening/weekend/holiday operations coverage for the entire state and (3) NJDOT is colocated with the New Jersey State Police and the New Jersey Turnpike Authority at the STMC to provide for a coordinated
approach to handling traffic operations statewide. The 16/5 Traffic Operations Center South (TOCS) is responsible for
coverage for the southern half of the state and monitors the Route 29 tunnel. The STMC handles coverage for TOCS during
week nights (after 8:30 pm) and on weekends and holidays. The Safety Service Patrol (SSP) is deployed on congested
corridors statewide to rapidly detect and clear incidents by providing safety for first responders and motorists. SSP also
provides emergency assistance to disabled motorists. The 24/7 Central Dispatch Unit (CDU) is NJDOT's Emergency Call
Center. The Traffic Incident Management (TIM) program is aimed at reducing delays due to traffic incidents. It provides for:
(1) equipment and training for NJDOT's Incident Management Response Team (IMRT); (2) training and outreach for county
and local emergency responders on methods to reduce traffic delays caused by incidents; (3) developing, printing and
distributing diversion route manuals; (4) developing partnerships and outreach with local and state law enforcement
organizations; and (5) maintaining a State Police Traffic Incident Management Unit.
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14300
Title VI and Nondiscrimination Supporting Activities
This is a State funded program that will support the activities required to ensure nondiscrimination in the delivery of the
NJDOT Capital Program and related projects. Activities include, but are not limited to informational training sessions,
translation services and the development of informational material (e.g., pamphlets, brochures, training guides and letters)
disseminated to the public and in languages other than English as necessary.
X66
Traffic Monitoring Systems
This program provides for the collection of essential traffic and roadway inventory data including traffic counts, vehicle
classifications, truck weights, roadway video, automated mapping and various other geographical information system
activities. Included in this item are the construction, reconstruction and restoration of Traffic Monitoring Systems (TMS) and
continuous traffic counting installations; and acquisition of equipment to upgrade and to replace equipment which has failed.
Site selection is made in accordance with federal requirements for the Traffic Monitoring Guide and the NJDOT's Traffic
Monitoring System implementation plan that has been approved by the Federal Highway Administration. Funding is used for
professional services to carry out the short-term traffic monitoring program, updates of the Straight Line Diagrams; and local
road inventory database updates; for construction services for a contractor to replace in-road traffic monitoring sensors; to
continue Data Warehouse Maintenance activities; and to initiate/update a Roadway Digital Imaging Program.
X47
Traffic Signal Replacement
This program provides for the purchase of materials and installation of new and upgraded traffic signals statewide and related
improvements to the operation of signals. This program will provide for the replacement of traffic signals on an annual basis
and assist regional operations in the rehabilitation and maintenance of our highway lighting system. It also includes the
replacement of energy efficient LED indicators (State). Through a traffic signal management system that will provide a
condition rating of the signal equipment integrated with crash data and congestion management system data, this program (to
be developed via consultant RFP, analyzing corridor segments and creating a safety ranking based on MUTCD compliance,
pedestrian facilities, controller capabilities, method of detection, accessibility, and other factors) will prioritize the signals for
replacement based on the above data. The results of the priority locations will be to systematically replace aging signal
equipment, optimize the operation of the signal, and provide maximum efficiency of the intersection (HSIP).
X244
Training and Employee Development
This program provides for the assessment, planning, development and delivery of training and employee development
programs inclusive of equipment, materials and software necessary to advance the skills and knowledge of Department
employees to implement the Capital Program.
01316
Transit Village Program
This program will provide dedicated funding to local governments that have been selected for inclusion in the Transit Village
Program. Projects which may be funded under this program are bike paths, sidewalks, streetscaping, and signage.
X107
Transportation Alternatives Program
This program provides federal funding for projects such as scenic enhancements, historic preservation, and bicycle and
pedestrian improvements.
02393
Transportation and Community System Preservation Program
This program provides federal funding for various projects under the Transportation and Community System Preservation
Program. The funding for these projects are earmarked via various federal appropriations acts.
X43
Transportation Demand Management Program Support
This funding is utilized to continue the management of the Owned and Leased Park and Ride Program and the remaining
efforts as they relate to the 1‐800‐CARPOOL program which also includes maintaining the RidePro ride matching software
program.
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Transportation Management Associations
This program will provide annual funding to the following Transportation Management Associations (TMAs): Keep Middlesex
Moving; Hudson, Meadowlink, TransOptions; Ridewise; HART Commuter Information Services; Cross County Connection;
and Greater Mercer. The role of the TMAs is to promote statewide Transportation Demand Management (TDM) initiatives to
reduce commuter work trips. The TMAs will also deliver programs that include but are not limited to the following; Ridesharing
Information Services, Employer TDM Services, Corridor Management Support, Park and Ride Promotion, Traffic Mitigation
Projects, Smart Workplaces New Jersey, coordination of transportation services for transportation disadvantaged
populations, Transit Development and Promotion, Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Programs, as well as other incentive and
demonstration programs in transportation demand management for commuters.
X126
Transportation Research Technology
This program provides funding for consultant and university research contracts to conduct multimodal transportation related
research and knowledge and technology transfer activities on behalf of NJDOT, MVC and NJ Transit. A quick response
Treasury selected research consultant as well as basic agreements with universities provides the mechanism to conduct
research. Federal State Planning and Research, SPR, funds may be supplemented with state funds in order to meet federal
matching requirements. Included in this line item are funds for American Association of State Highway Transportation
Officials, (AASHTO), technical service programs and innovative products such as: Product Evaluation Listing; Technology
Implementation Group; Technical Assistance for Climate Change, Material Standards, and Materials Reference Laboratory;
SHRP product implementation.
04364
Transportation Safety Resource Center (TSRC)
This program includes reducing traffic-related fatalities, injuries and crashes by providing traffic and safety engineering
services, training activities, and traffic records database support. The center will also provide support to other established
programs such as Safety Conscious Planning (SCP), Comprehensive Strategic Highway Safety Plan (CSHSP), Senior Safety
and the Safety Management Task Force (SMTF).
X11
Unanticipated Design, Right of Way and Construction Expenses, State
This program provides funding for unanticipated project needs, contract change orders, consultant agreement modifications,
utility readjustments, elements of federal-aid projects for which federal funding is not available under federal regulations,
court-ordered condemnation awards, acceleration of federal-aid projects through multi-year funding agreements with Federal
Highway Administration settlement of project accounting discrepancies with Federal Highway Administration, and minor work
identified during the year.
15344
Utility Pole Mitigation
This project seeks to identify and mitigate locations with incidents of high recurring utility pole accidents. The mitigation
project is limited in scope and resources and encompasses 3 to 5 crash locations per year.
X182
Utility Reconnaissance and Relocation
This program reimburses utility companies for design and construction costs incurred when the utility companies are required
to relocate facilities due to a transportation improvement project. This program also funds subsurface testing as a mitigation
measure to accurately locate and identify underground utilities to moderate or lessen the impact with utility locations during
the design and construction phases of a transportation improvement project.
X199
Youth Employment and TRAC Programs
This is a federal grant program that provides employment and training opportunities to at-risk youths in NJ, especially those in
urban areas, during annual implementation of the NJDOT Urban Youth Corps Program. This grant also provides funding to
support the TRAC Program, which links school systems to the NJDOT by having department engineers volunteer as mentors
to introduce students to careers in civil engineering.
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NJ TRANSIT CANDIDATE PROJECTS and PROGRAMS FOR FY 2016
T143
ADA--Platforms/Stations
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for the design and construction of necessary improvements to make NJ TRANSIT's rail stations, and
subway stations compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) including related track and infrastructure work.
Funding is requested for upgrades, equipment purchase, and transit enhancements throughout the system and other
accessibility improvements at non-key stations.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995,
c.108.
T05
Bridge and Tunnel Rehabilitation
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for the design, repair, rehabilitation, replacement, painting, inspection of tunnels/bridges, and
other work such as movable bridge program, drawbridge power program, and culvert/bridge/tunnel right of way improvements
necessary to maintain a state of good repair. This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T32
Building Capital Leases
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for capital improvements and lease payment obligations at NJ TRANSIT operating and office
installations.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T111
Bus Acquisition Program
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for replacement of transit, commuter, and suburban buses for NJ TRANSIT as they reach the
end of their useful life as well as the purchase of additional buses to meet service demands. Federal lease payments are
provided for 1371 Cruiser buses. Pay-as-you-go funding is provided for over 2300 buses replacements over the next 10years.Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the Introduction
Section of the STIP. This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T93
Bus Maintenance Facilities
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for bus maintenance facilities systemwide.
This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T06
Bus Passenger Facilities/Park and Ride
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for the bus park and ride program, improvements to bus passenger facilities and the purchase
and installation of bus stop signs and shelters systemwide. This program also involves the construction of an improved
vehicular ground transportation facility at Frank R. Lautenberg (FRL) Station in Secaucus, NJ. Pedestrian connections to the
rail terminal and signage improvements within and outside of the station are also included as part of this project.This
project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T08
Bus Support Facilities and Equipment
Counties: Various
This program provides funds to maintain NJ TRANSIT's bus fleet including but not limited to, bus tires, engines and
transmissions and other parts, support vehicles\equipment (for bus operations), maintenance equipment, and bus mid-life
overhaul needs. Also included is midlife rehabilitation of bus facilities, other capital improvements to various support facilities
and bus mid-life overhauls.This program also involves the replacement of two CNG Compressor filling stations at Howell
Garage.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
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T09
Bus Vehicle and Facility Maintenance/Capital Maintenance
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for acquisition/installation/rehabilitation of major components associated with capital equipment and
facilities in accordance with Transportation Trust Fund requirements and expanded eligibility criteria.
T68
Capital Program Implementation
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for capital project management activities associated with capital program/project delivery including
procurement and DBE/SBE activities.
T515
Casino Revenue Fund
Counties: Various
State law provides 8.5% of the Casino Tax Fund to be appropriated for transportation services for senior and disabled
persons. This element also supports capital improvements that benefit the senior and disabled populations. The law provides
85% of these funds to be made available to the counties through NJ TRANSIT for capital, operating, and administrative
expenses for the provision of locally coordinated para-transit services. The amount each county receives is determined by
utilizing an allocation formula based on the number of residents 60 years of age and over as reflected in the most recent U.S.
Census Report.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T13
Claims support
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for claims related to capital projects, expert witnesses, court settlement, and other costs to defend NJ
TRANSIT's interests as a result of litigation.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T16
Environmental Compliance
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for compliance with environmental regulations at both bus and rail facilities includes but is not limited to
replacement of leaking fuel tanks, clean up of contaminated soil and ground water, oil/water separators, asbestos removal,
and fueling station improvements at various facilities.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L.
1995, c.108.
T82
Hoboken Terminal /Yard Rehabilitation
Municipalities: Hoboken City
Counties: Hudson
Funding is provided for design and construction of repair/replacement to Hoboken Terminal including, but not limited to, the
core passenger facility, bus terminal, yards, terminal ferry slip rehabilitation, substructure, Long Slip walkway and Observer
Highway Sewer.
Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the Introduction Section of the
STIP.
The total project cost of the Hoboken Ferry Slip Rehabilitation is $119 million.
T87
Hudson-Bergen LRT System
Counties: Hudson
Funding is provided for annual Hudson-Bergen Capital Asset Replacement improvements, and other improvements along
the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail Line.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
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T20
Immediate Action Program
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for emergency project needs under the rail, bus, and headquarters programs; contract change orders;
consultant agreement modifications; and other unanticipated work identified during the course of the year, thus allowing the
agency to be responsive to emergency and unforeseen circumstances which arise unexpectedly.This project is funded
under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T199
Job Access and Reverse Commute Program
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for the Job Access and Reverse Commute equivalent contribution which is combined with the Section
5307 funding in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21) authorization.Specific projects are identified
at the MPO level.
T535
Lackawanna Cutoff MOS Project
Counties: Morris Sussex Warren
Funding is provided for FY 2008 New Starts earmarks for the Lackawanna Cutoff Rail project, which will provide an 88-mile,
single-track commuter rail line with passing sidings between Scranton, Pennsylvania and Port Morris, New Jersey where it will
connect with NJ TRANSIT's Boonton/Morristown Line.Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of
toll credit can be found in the Introduction Section of the STIP. The total project cost of the 7.3 mile Lackawanna Cutoff
MOS project is $36.6 million.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T95
Light Rail Infrastructure Improvements
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for Light Rail improvements including, but not limited to, communication systems upgrade, accessibility
improvements, vehicle and facility improvements, and other infrastructure rehabilitation improvements. Funding is also
provided for NLR Infrastructure and River Line capital asset replacement.Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal
match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the Introduction Section of the STIP. This project is funded under the
provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T550
Light Rail Vehicle Rolling Stock
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for annual lease payments for Hudson Bergen Light Rail, Newark City Subway and Newark City Subway
Extension vehicles.Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the
Introduction Section of the STIP. This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T53E
Locomotive Overhaul
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for the cyclic overhaul of locomotives based on manufacturer replacement standards to support the
equipment through its useful life.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T610
Lyndhurst Improvements
Municipalities: Lyndhurst Township
Counties: Bergen
Funding is provided for the Lyndhurst station construction to make the station ADA accessible.Toll Credit will be used as
the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the introduction section of the STIP.This project is
funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T122
Miscellaneous
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for the continuation of the mandated vital records program and other miscellaneous administrative
expenses such as, but not limited to, match funds for special services grants and physical plant improvements incurred
throughout the year.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
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T600
NEC Elizabeth Rail Station Improvements
Counties: Union
Funding is provided for the reconstruction of the passenger platforms and station building at Elizabeth Rail Station,
including,but not limited to new elevators and stairs, ticket and operational office space, and retail space.Toll Credit will be
used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the introduction section of the STIP.This
T44
NEC Improvements
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for improvements to Northeast Corridor (NEC) rail service including both right of way and maintenance of
equipment to ensure the NEC is in a state of good repair. Also included are improvements to NJ TRANSIT managed NEC
stations and infrastructure, including Penn Station New York. NJ TRANSIT and AMTRAK enter into a joint benefit agreement
to manage how joint benefit funds are spent.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T81
NEC Newark Intermodal
Counties: Essex
Funding is provided for Newark Intermodal projects, including historic restoration, structural rehabilitation and lighting
improvements, customer facility improvements, pedestrian and traffic circulation improvements, and any related track and rail
infrastructure work. These improvements will make the station more functional, attractive and more customer friendly.
Improvements will allow for continued increase in ridership using Newark Penn Station and have clean air and economic
benefits. Improvements to the Newark Light Rail are also included.
Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the introduction section of the
STIP.
T539
NEC Portal Bridge
Municipalities: Kearney Secaucus
Counties: Hudson
This project involves expansion of rail capacity on the Northeast Corridor across the Hackensack River in the vicinity of the
existing Portal Bridge. The Portal Bridge is an almost 100-year-old, two-track, moveable swing-span rail bridge over the
Hackensack River in New Jersey between the cities of Kearny and Secaucus. The project will evaluate alternatives including
replacement, rehabilitation or modification of the existing bridge along with the construction of an additional bridge for added
capacity. This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T55
Other Rail Station/Terminal Improvements
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for the design, land acquisition and construction of various stations, parking and related facilities, and
upgrades throughout the system including related track and rail infrastructure work. Also included are station and facility
inspection and repair, customer service station bike locker installation - systemwide, and STARS Program.This project is
T620
Perth Amboy Station Improvements
Municipalities: Perth Amboy City
Counties: Middlesex
Funding is provided for the construction of high level platforms in order to enhance access to commuter trains in conformance
with ADA regulations.
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T121
Physical Plant
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for demolition of out-of-service facilities, energy conservation program, work environment improvements,
replacement of antiquated administrative support equipment, purchase of material warehouse equipment, replacement of
non-revenue vehicles, and other minor improvements to various bus/rail facilities.This project is funded under the
T135
Preventive Maintenance-Bus
Counties: Various
This program provides funding for the overhaul of buses including preventive maintenance costs in accordance with federal
guidelines as defined in the National Transit Database Reporting Manual and federal law.Toll Credit will be used as the
non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the Introduction Section of the STIP. In addition,
expenditures are for costs of projects in specific years only.
T39
Preventive Maintenance-Rail
Counties: Various
This program provides funding for the overhaul of rail cars and locomotives and other preventive maintenance costs in
accordance with federal funding guidelines as defined in the National Transit Database Reporting Manual and federal
law.Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the Introduction Section
of the STIP.
T106
Private Carrier Equipment Program
Counties: Various
This program provides State funds for the Private Carrier Capital Improvement Program. This project is funded under the
T34
Rail Capital Maintenance
Counties: Various
The Rail Capital Maintenance project includes Rail Maintenance of Way (MOW) activities and Rail Maintenance of Equipment
(MOE) activities in accordance with TTF eligibility requirements.
T53G
Rail Fleet Overhaul
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for the mid-life overhaul and reliability/safety improvements of rail cars based on manufacturer
recommendations and other rolling stock modifications to meet recently issued FRA and APTA mandated standards.This
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T112
Rail Rolling Stock Procurement
Counties: Various
This program provide funds for the replacement of rail rolling stock, including engineering assistance and project
management, to replace overaged equipment including rail cars, revenue service locomotives, and expansion of NJ
TRANSIT rolling stock fleet (cars and locomotives) to accommodate projected ridership growth and other system
enhancements over the next ten years. Funding is provided to support vehicles\equipment (for rail operations). Annual
funds are provided for Comet V single-level car lease payments, Electric Locomotive lease payments, Diesel Locomotive
lease payments, Dual Power Locomotives and Multi-Level rail car lease payments and other upcoming rolling stock lease
payments. Pay-as-you-go funding is also programmed for Multi-Level vehicles and other rolling stock.
Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the Introduction Section of the
STIP.
CMAQ:
Funding for Rail Rolling Stock Procurement will include CMAQ funds. Rail Rolling Stock Procurement is CMAQ eligible
because it meets federal eligibility requirements. The project will provide funding for the purchase of Multi-Level Coaches
and Multi-Level EMU vehicles. For the CMAQ justification see "CMAQ Report for NJ TRANSIT FY10 Capital Program.
T37
Rail Support Facilities and Equipment
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for rehabilitation and construction activities for yard improvements systemwide, improvements at
support facilities necessary to perform maintenance work at rail yards including work at Port Morris Yard, rail capacity
improvements including passing sidings, interlockings and electric traction improvements, signal and communication
improvements at support facilities, right-of-way fencing, maintenance-of-way equipment and the installation of pedestal tracks
necessary to perform maintenance work at rail yards. Funding is provided for systemwide crew quarters, the Meadows
Maintenance Complex upgrade/expansion work required to support the new rail fleet. Also included is funding for NJ
TRANSIT's capital cost-sharing obligations related to use of Amtrak/Conrail facilities.This project is funded under the
T150
Section 5310 Program
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for the purchase of small buses or van-type vehicles for agencies that serve the elderly and
persons with disabilities. This was formerly known as the Section 16 Program.This project is funded under the provisions
of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.MATCH funds are provided from the State.
T151
Section 5311 Program
Counties: Various
This program provides funding for rural public transportation program. MATCH funds are provided from NJ TRANSIT and
local funds. This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T508
Security Improvements
Counties: Various
This program provides funds for continued modernization/improvements of NJ TRANSIT Police and other security
improvements. Today, the NJ TRANSIT Police Department is the only transit policing agency in the country with statewide
authority and jurisdiction. The Department was created on January 1, 1983, and it evolved as a result of the passage of the
Public Transportation Act of 1979 and subsequent legislation on the state and federal levels.This project is funded under
the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
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T50
Signals and Communications/Electric Traction Systems
Counties: Various
This project provides funding for continued modernization/improvements to the signal and communications systems,
including signal/communication upgrade of interlockings, and other communication improvements. This project also provides
funding for systemwide electric traction general upgrades including: substation replacement, wayside hot box detection
system, rail microwave system upgrades, replacement of substation batteries and electric switch heaters, emergency power
backup systemwide, rehabilitation of systemwide overhead catenary structures and foundations.This project is funded
T120
Small/Special Services Program
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for NJ TRANSIT efforts which initiate or promote transit solutions to reduce congestion, manage
transportation demand and improve air quality. Included are State funds for the Vanpool Sponsorship Program,
Transportation Management Association Program, and Federal funds for East Windsor Community Shuttle operating
support. Funding is also provided for capital acquisition/operating expenses for the Community Shuttle Program, Bike/Transit
facilitation, and other activities that improve air quality and help reduce congestion.Toll Credit will be used as the nonfederal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the Introduction Section of the STIP.This project is funded
T88
Study and Development
Counties: Various
This element provides funds for system and infrastructure planning studies to ready projects for design, as well as demand
forecasting and other related planning work. This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995, c.108.
T500
Technology Improvements
Counties: Various
This element funds improvements to passenger communication and fare collection systems and other information technology
improvements to meet internal and external customer needs. Funding is included for Public Address Upgrades/Onboard
Communication Systems, Bus Radio System Upgrade Program, GIS Systems, TVM Replacement/Expansion, Smart Card
Technology and improvements at stations systemwide, computer systems and services, photocopy lease payments, ADA
Access Link computer upgrades and upgrades to increase efficiency and productivity of NJ TRANSIT's technology
infrastructure to support services to customers.This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L. 1995,
c.108.
T42
Track Program
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for an annual program of track rehabilitation including systemwide replacement of life-expired ties and
other rail improvements, right-of-way fencing, equipment necessary to maintain a state of good and safe repair, purchase of
long lead-time materials for next construction season, maintenance-of-way work equipment, interlocking improvements,
passing sidings and other improvements.Toll Credit will be used as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit
can be found in the introduction section of the STIP. This project is funded under the provisions of Section 13 of P.L.
1995, c.108.
T210
Transit Enhancements
Counties: Various
Funding is provided for projects or project elements that are designed to enhance mass transportation service or use and are
physically or functionally related to transit facilities as outlined in FTA Circular 9030.1C., including funding for a Statewide Bus
Signs and Shelter Maintenance Upgrade Program and historic restoration of NJ TRANSIT facilities.Toll Credit will be used
as the non-federal match. An explanation of toll credit can be found in the introduction section of the STIP.This project is
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T300
Transit Rail Initiatives
Counties: Various
This program provides funding for transit expansion projects, including new station construction, ferry program, fixed
guideway improvements (Rail, Light Rail, BRT, and Ferry), and related vehicle and equipment acquisition. Also included are
FTA new starts projects authorized under New Jersey Urban Core or SAFETEA-LU. Potential projects in this category
include (in no rank order): Northern Branch Rail; HBLR Extension to Secaucus; HBLR Secaucus-Meadowlands Connector;
Passaic-Bergen rail service on the NYS&W east of Hawthorne using Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) passenger equipment;
Restoration of commuter rail service on the NYS&W west of Hawthorne; Port Morris Improvements; West Shore--Hoboken to
West Haverstraw; NERL Elizabeth Segment from NJ TRANSIT'S Northeast Corridor Midtown Elizabeth Station to Newark
Liberty International Airport via the Elizabeth Waterfront; Restoration of commuter rail service on the West Trenton line; River
LINE LRT Capitol Extension; Second Phase of River LINE LRT/PATCO Extension; Route 1 BRT, Second Phase of NERL
(Newark Penn Station to Newark Liberty International Airport); Commuter rail extension in Monmouth and Ocean Counties;
Lehigh Third Track Capacity Improvements; Extension of Cape May Seashore Line north to Hammonton (to Atlantic City Rail
Line); Commuter Rail extension to Phillipsburg, improvements on the Atlantic City Rail Line, new rail station improvements
such as Atlantic City Line/River LINE connection, Moynihan Station, Penn Station New York access improvements and
platform extensions, Penn Station New York Central Concourse, Penn Station New York West End Concourse, E-yard
expansion, Bus Rapid Transit Initiatives, Park and Rides and Smart Card Technology Program along with other new
systemwide, rail, bus, and light rail initiatives arising during the year.The narrative above governs how the state
Transportation Trust Funds that are appropriated in the state budget to "Transit Rail Initiatives" can be used. The Transit Rail
Initiatives project is a state funded effort that is displayed here only for information purposes in order to give a better
understanding of total transportation funding. As shown below, there is no Federal funding allocated to the Transit Rail
Initiatives project in the first four constrained years. In compliance with the state budget and the language above, state
Transit Rail Initiatives funds will be used to advance the projects listed above, some of which are also authorized under
Federal law, but not yet funded with Federal dollars. Funding is also provided to advance projects dependent on other
non-federal (including private) funding, and/or state resources available beyond planned levels. This project is funded
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Attachment H.6.
Attachment H.6.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF TWO MINOR AMENDMENTS TO THE FY
PROGRAM TO ADD THE ROUTE 1 NORTHBOUND,
RAYMOND ROAD TO AARON ROAD AND THE ROUTE 1
SOUTHBOUND, ROUTE 91 CONNECTOR TO ROUTE 18
PROJECTS IN MIDDLESEX COUNTY
trigger a new conformity analysis constitutes a minor amendment; and
WHEREAS, the NJDOT is requesting the addition of the Route 1 Northbound, Raymond
Road to Aaron Road (DB# 12402) and the Route 1 Southbound, Route 91 Connector to Route 18
(DB# 12426) pavement resurfacing projects in Middlesex County; and
WHEREAS, National Highway Performance Program funds from unobligated project
balances are available for this purpose and fiscal constraint is maintained; and
WHEREAS, these minor amendments are exempt from an air quality conformity
determination and do not impact the current conformity determination; and
WHEREAS, Congestion Management Process requirements do not apply to these
actions; and
Planning Authority hereby approves these specified minor amendments to the FY 2014 – 2017
Attachment H.6.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of Two Minor Amendments
to add the Route 1 Northbound, Raymond Road to Aaron Road and the Route 1
Southbound, Route 91 Connector to Route 18 projects in Middlesex County
Transportation is requesting the following minor amendments to the FY 2014 – 2017
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for these projects.
of Trustees. These minor amendments are for the addition of the Route 1 Northbound, Raymond
Road to Aaron Road and the Route 1 Southbound, Route 91 Connector to Route 18 projects in
Middlesex County to the FY 2014 – FY 2017 TIP. The affected subregion, Middlesex County, has
been given the opportunity to comment and concurs with the requested action.
Minor Amendments:

Route 1 Northbound Raymond Road to Aaron Road, Middlesex County DB# 12402
Therefore, the project needs to be programmed with National Highway Performance
Program (NHPP) funds in the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP. The funds come from unobligated
project balances. ($4.3 million NHPP funds for CON in FFY 2015)

Route 1 Southbound, Route 91 Connector to Route 18, Middlesex County DB# 12426
Therefore, the project needs to be programmed with NHPP funds in the FY 2014 – 2017
TIP. The funds come from unobligated project balances. ($3.667 million NHPP funds for
CON in FFY 2015)
allow the projects to proceed towards construction.
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes: 1
Name:
Mileposts: 15.93 - 16.97 &
19.8 - 21.4
Route 1, NB Raymond Road to Aaron Road
DBNUM: 12402
Counties: Middlesex
Municipalities: South Brunswick Twp North Brunswick
Twp
Not Available
Project Type:
Sponsor: NJDOT
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
CON
NHPP
2014
(Million) $4.300
2015
$4.300
$4.300
Unconstrained
Year
2016
2017
2018-2023
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Routes: 1
Name:
Mileposts: 23.04-24.18 &
26.33-27.5
Route 1, SB Route 91 Connector to Route 18
DBNUM: 12426
Counties: Middlesex
Municipalities: North Brunswick Twp New Brunswick
City
Not Available
Project Type:
Sponsor: NJDOT
TIP:
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
CON
NHPP
2014
(Million) $3.667
2015
$3.667
$3.667
Unconstrained
Year
2016
2017
2018-2023
MPO:
Statewide
PROJECT: Route 1, North Bound Raymond Road to Aaron Road
DBNUM: 12402
TRACK #: SW-12402-0-A-2014
ACTION TAKEN: Action to Amend the TIP by adding a new $4.300 Million NHPP funded project (DB#12402), Route 1, NB Raymond
Road to Aaron Road, for construction in FFY 15.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: See NJTPA FY 15 FC Chart Number 5.pdf
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
MPO:
Statewide
PROJECT: Route 1 SB, Route 91 Connector to Route 18
DBNUM: 12426
TRACK #: SW-12426-0-A-2014
ACTION TAKEN: Action to Amend the TIP by adding a new $3.667 Million NHPP funded project (DB#12426), Route 1 SB, Route 91
Connector to Route 18, for construction in FFY 15.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: See NJTPA FY 15 FC Chart number 5.pdf
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
Attachment H.7.
Attachment H.7.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF A MINOR AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2014
– 2017 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
TO ADD FUNDING TO THE ROUTE 280, ROUTE 21
INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT IN ESSEX
COUNTY AND THE CITY OF NEWARK
WHEREAS, according to the MOU the addition of more than $15 million in federal
funds to a project in the constrained years of the TIP that does not trigger a new conformity
analysis constitutes a minor amendment;
WHEREAS, the NJDOT is requesting the addition of $34.7 million to advance the Route
280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements project in Essex County and the City of Newark (DB#
00314) to construction in FY 2015;
WHEREAS, National Highway Performance Program funds from unobligated project
balances are available for this purpose and fiscal constraint is maintained; and
WHEREAS, Congestion Management Process requirements does not apply to this
action; and
Planning Authority hereby approves this specified minor amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017
Attachment H.7.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of a Minor Amendment
to Add Funding to the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project
in Essex County and the City of Newark
Transportation is requesting the following amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017 Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) for this project.
Background: According to the TIP Memorandum of Understanding, the addition of over $15
million of funding to the constrained portion of the TIP requires action by the NJTPA Project
Prioritization Committee (PPC) and the NJTPA Board of Trustees. This minor amendment adds
federal funding from unobligated project balances to the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange
Improvements project in Essex County and the City of Newark. The funding amount in this multiyear funded project is based on the cash flows identified in the project’s Initial Financial Plan. The
affected subregions, Essex County and the City of Newark, have been given the opportunity to
comment and concurs with the requested action.
Minor Amendment:

Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements, Essex County and City of Newark
DB# 00314
This interchange improvement project will be ready for construction authorization in FY
2015. Therefore, $34.7 million in National Highway Performance Program (NHPP) funds
need to be programmed in the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP.
The remainder of this multi-year funded project includes the following changes: FY 2016,
NHPP funds are increased by $31.0 million; FY 2017, NHPP funds are reduced by $29.34
million; in FY 2018, NHPP funds are reduced by $31.21 million; and in FY 2019, NHPP
funds are increased by $1.35 million.
Justification for Action: Approval of this minor amendment to the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP will
allow the project to proceed towards construction.
PENDING ACTION
NJTPA
Mileposts: 13.80 - 15.20
Routes: 280
Name:
DBNUM: 00314
West of the Stickel Bridge, the approach interchanges and ramps have four deficient bridges and also operational
and safety problems due to lack of speed change lanes, shoulders and many ingress/egress decision points
within very short distances. Existing partial interchanges result in missing directional links from the Newark
central business district to the I-280 corridor. Preliminary analysis has resulted in concepts that would rehabilitate
or replace this bridges and add, relocate or remove ramps and/or add auxiliary lanes and shoulders to I-280.
Project Type: Congestion Relief
Sponsor: NJDOT
RCIS Category: Bridges
Not Available
TIP:
CURRENT
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
CON
NHPP
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $61.040
2015
2016
2017
2018-2023
$11.150
$49.890
$57.960
$11.150
$49.890
$57.960
PENDING
FY 2014 - 2017 TIP Cost:
MPO
PHASE
SOURCE
NJTPA
CON
NHPP
2014
Unconstrained
Year
(Million) $97.400
2015
2016
2017
2018-2023
$34.700
$42.150
$20.550
$28.100
$34.700
$42.150
$20.550
$28.100
MPO:
NJTPA
PROJECT: Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements
DBNUM: 00314
TRACK #: N-00314-1-M-2014
TYPE OF PROJECT CHANGE: Project Phase Advance, Project Cost increase, Project Cost decrease
ACTION TAKEN: Adds NHPP funding for CON phase in FFY 15 in the amount of $34.700 Million. Increases NHPP funding for CON
phase in FFY 16 from $11.150 M by $31.00 M to $42.150 M. Reduces NHPP funding for CON phase in FFY 17
from $49.890 M by $29.340 M to $20.550 M. Reduces NHPP funding for CON phase in FFY 18 from $57.960 M by
$31.210 M to $26.750 M. Adds NHPP funding for CON phase in FFY 19 in the amount of $1.350 M. The funding
amount shown in each year for this multi-year funded project is based on the Financial Management Plan.
REASON FOR CHANGE:
This project will be ready for construction in FFY 15. Funding must be added in the STIP for FHWA to authorize the CON
phase.
FISCAL CONSTRAINT:
Comments: See NJTPA FY 15 FC Chart Number 5.pdf
CONFORMITY:
PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:
Attachment H.8
Attachment H.8.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION: APPROVAL OF THE INITIAL FINANCIAL PLAN FOR THE
ROUTE 280, ROUTE 21 INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT
WHEREAS, the NJTPA is the MPO responsible for updating the Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP) for the northern New Jersey region as required by 23 CFR 450 and
CFR 613 B; and
WHEREAS, the NJTPA formally adopted the FY 2014 – 2017 TIP on September 10,
2013; and
WHEREAS, under the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21),
recipients of federal financial assistance for projects with a total cost of $100 million to $500
million need to prepare a financial plan; and
WHEREAS, a Financial Plan includes the following elements:

Cost Estimate: The total cost and cost-to-complete for major project elements are
presented in year of expenditure dollars

Implementation Plan: The project schedule and cost-to-complete is presented in
annual increments in year of expenditure dollars

Financing and Revenues: Presented by funding source as annual elements available
for project obligations

Cash Flow: An annualized presentation of cash income and outgo to illustrate how
periodic bills will be paid

Risk Identification and Mitigation Factors: Identification of the likelihood of
issues affecting project completion and sufficiency of revenues - such as cost
escalation, construction schedules, and dependencies on future legislation –
and strategies and actions to address these risks

Phasing Plan: Identification of fundable improvements that will address the
short-term purpose and need of the project in the event there are insufficient
financial resources to complete the entire project

Public Private Partnership (P3): Assessment of appropriateness of a P3 to deliver the
project; and
WHEREAS, in addition to the financial plan, annual updates are required in order to
provide information on actual cost, expenditure and revenue performance; and
WHEREAS, the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements project (DB# 00314) in
Essex County and the City of Newark involves the reconstruction of the system of ramps and the
addition of three missing interchange movements connecting Route 280 with Route 21 and
Broad Street; and
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Transportation has submitted the Initial
Financial Plan for the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements project, with the total
project cost of approximately $150.2 million; and
WHEREAS, NJTPA Central Staff has reviewed the Initial Financial Plan and has found
the seven content areas listed above to be consistent with federal guidance; and
WHEREAS, NJTPA Central Staff has reviewed the Initial Financial Plan and has found
the project to be consistent with the fiscal constraint requirements of the Regional Transportation
Plan and the FY 2014 – FY 2017 TIP as revised; and
provided opportunities for review of this action; and
Planning Authority hereby approves the Initial Financial Plan for the Route 280, Route 21
Interchange Improvements project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
New Jersey Department of Transportation for submission to the Federal Highway
Administration.
Attachment H.8.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of the Initial Financial Plan for the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange
Improvements Project
Action: The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is requesting approval of the
proposed Initial Financial Plan for the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements project.
Background:
Due to the magnitude of this project, the approval of the Initial Financial Plan requires action by the
NJTPA Project Prioritization Committee (PPC) and the NJTPA Board of Trustees. All future annual
updates of the Financial Plan will only require action by the PPC. The affected subregion, Essex
County and the City of Newark, have been given the opportunity to comment and concurs with the
requested action.
Financial Plans
Under the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21), recipients of federal
financial assistance for projects with a total cost of $100 million to $500 million need to prepare
a financial plan that includes the following elements:

Cost Estimate: The total cost and cost-to-complete for major project elements are
presented in year of expenditure dollars.

Implementation Plan: The project schedule and the cost-to-complete is presented in
annual increments in year of expenditure dollars.

Financing and Revenues: Presented by funding source as annual elements available
for project obligations.

Cash Flow: An annualized presentation of cash income and outgo to illustrate how
periodic bills will be paid.

Risk Identification and Mitigation Factors: Identification of the likelihood of
issues affecting project completion and sufficiency of revenues – such as cost
escalation, construction schedules, and dependencies on future legislation – and
strategies and actions to address these risks.

Phasing Plan: Identification of fundable improvements that will address the shortterm purpose and need of the project in the event there are insufficient financial
resources to complete the entire project.

Public Private Partnership (P3): Assessment of appropriateness of a P3 to deliver the
project.
Financial plans must be updated annually. The Annual Update should identify and resolve any
cost and funding changes which have occurred since the previous submission. This would
include changes in project scope that impact the cost estimate and completion schedule for the
project.
Project Description
The Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements project (DB# 00314) in Essex County and
the City of Newark involves the reconstruction of the system of ramps and the addition of three
missing interchange movements connecting Route 280 with Route 21 and Broad Street. Major
reconstruction work items include four new bridges, two bridge rehabilitations, roadway
reconstruction, three signalized intersections, the demolition of seven span viaducts, construction
of 11 retaining walls, bulkhead reconstruction, and drainage improvements.
The projected cost of this project is $150.2 million.
Justification for Action: Central Staff has reviewed the Initial Financial Plan for consistency
based on the elements listed above. The project is identified in the Regional Transportation Plan
and the FY 2014 – FY 2017 Transportation Improvement Program as revised.
By approving the Initial Financial Plan, the project will be in compliance with federal guidance,
allowing NJDOT to request federal authorization for the construction phase of this project.
Attachment H.8.c.
New Jersey Department of Transportation
Contract No. 014003140
City of Newark, Essex County
New Jersey
DRAFT
Financial Management Plan
February 2015
Prepared by:
Michael Baker Jr., Inc
One Gateway Center, Ste 2330
Newark, New Jersey 07102
Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project
City of Newark, Essex County
New Jersey
Financial Plan
LETTER OF CERTIFICATION
The New Jersey Department of Transportation submits herewith our comprehensive Financial Plan for the
Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project in accordance with the requirements of Section
106, Title 23, and the Financial Plan guidance issued by the Federal Highway Administration. The plan
provides detailed cost estimates and financial resources to be utilized to fully finance and complete the
project.
The cost data in the Financial Plan provides an accurate accounting of costs incurred to date and includes a
realistic estimate of future costs based on engineers’ estimates and expected construction cost escalation
factors. While the estimates of financial resources rely upon assumptions regarding future economic
conditions and demographic variables, they represent realistic estimates of available monies to fully fund
the project.
We believe the Financial Plan provides an accurate basis upon which to schedule and fund the Route 280,
Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project. The Department will review and update the Financial Plan on
an annual basis on a schedule which coincides with the anniversary date of your approval of this Financial
Plan.
To the best of our knowledge and belief, this Financial Plan, as submitted herewith, fairly and accurately
presents the financial position of the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project, its cash flows
and expected schedule for the project’s construction period. The financial forecasts in the Financial Plan
are based on our judgment of the expected project conditions and our expected course of action. We
believe that the assumptions underlying this Financial Plan are reasonable and appropriate. Further, we
have made available all significant information that we believe is relevant to the Financial Plan and, to the
best of our knowledge and belief, the documents and records supporting the assumption are appropriate.
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Eli D. Lambert
Director, Project Management
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Date
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David A. Kuhn
Assistant Commissioner
Capital Investment Planning & Grant Administration
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Date
Route 280, Route 21
Interchange Improvements Project
Table of Contents
SUMMARY ................................................................................................... 1 Figure 1 ................................................................................................................... 2 Overall Project Plan ................................................................................................ 3 SECTION 1 - BACKGROUND ................................................................... 4 Project Description.................................................................................................. 4 Project History ........................................................................................................ 6 Current Project Activities ....................................................................................... 7 SECTION 2 - PROJECT COST ESTIMATE ........................................... 9 Design Costs ........................................................................................................... 9 Construction Engineering Costs ............................................................................. 9 Right of Way Costs ................................................................................................. 9 Utility Costs .......................................................................................................... 10 Construction Cost Estimate................................................................................... 10 Total Cost of the Project ....................................................................................... 11 SECTION 3 – PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ....................... 12 Project Implementation Schedule Breakdown ...................................................... 12 SECTION 4 – PROJECT FINANCING .................................................. 14 SECTION 5 – PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP ISSUES .............. 17 SECTION 6 – RISK IDENTIFICATION AND MITIGATION
FACTORS ................................................................................................... 18 Cost Increase Risks ............................................................................................... 18 Revenue Sufficiency Risks ................................................................................... 26 Program Context ................................................................................................... 26 Major Financing Risks .......................................................................................... 26 Appendix A Consultant Design Costs Appendix B Utility Cost Estimate Appendix C Project Cost Schedule Appendix D Project Cost Loaded Schedule and Construction Costs by Year Summary -
Summary
The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA) proposed to reconfigure the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange in the City of Newark, Essex
County, New Jersey in a project called the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements. See Figure 1
for Location Map.
This document is submitted as the Route 280, Route21 Interchange Improvements Project Financial Plan,
as agreed upon by the Federal Highway Administration. This detailed financial plan is being submitted
by the New Jersey Department of Transportation in order to define the methodology, resources, schedule
of work completed and the work remaining to complete the project. This plan details the following
topics:
1) Background
- Provides a description of the project
- Details the project’s history
- Explains the current project activities
2) Project Cost Estimate
- Identifies the key cost components
- Explains the cost estimating methodology and assumptions
- Identifies funds already expended and funds needed to complete the project
3) Project Implementation Plan
- Presents the project’s Implementation Schedule
4) Project Financing
- Lists the committed federal funding sources to date
- Discusses the project’s remaining anticipated federal funding requirements
5) Risk Identification and Mitigation Factors
- Discusses cost increase risks
- Discusses revenue sufficiency risks
These topics and related activities form the Project’s Financial Management Plan. This plan demonstrates
and outlines the Department’s commitment to sound financial planning and to providing the resources
needed to complete the Project by the end of 2018.
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SECTION 1 - BACKGROUND
Project Description
Interstate 280 (Route 280) is a heavily traveled and vital east-west interstate freeway in northern New
Jersey. This critical interstate connects Morris County to the west with New York City to the east and
traverses downtown Newark just north of the City’s Central Business District. NJ Route 21 (McCarter
Highway) is an important north-south state highway in northern New Jersey, which parallels the Passaic
River and connects the City of Newark’s Central Business District and Newark Airport to the south with
Bergen County to the north. The Route 280, Route 21 Interchange, located just west of the William A.
Stickel Memorial Bridge over the Passaic River, has been identified in need of major improvements.
The purpose of the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project is to alleviate the acutely poor
condition and geometric concerns associated with six (6) existing ramp and mainline structures in the
vicinity of the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange. This interchange is located within the City of Newark
and the County of Essex. The proposed improvements will modify the existing interchange to provide all
interchange movements between Route 280 and Route 21. This project will rehabilitate and replace six
(6) existing ramp or mainline structures within the interchange. These six structures, over sixty years old,
were determined through NJDOT efforts including bridge inspection and maintenance records to be
Structurally Deficient and/or Functionally Obsolete. In order to correct these long-standing concerns, the
structures and approach roadways and ramps will be rehabilitated or reconstructed to address these
structural issues, as well as, improve existing geometric deficiencies; improve safety and operational
concerns of the interchange and add three missing interchange movements. In addition to the structural
and geometric considerations, the existing corridor has other infrastructure elements that are nonfunctioning, deteriorated or beyond routine maintenance. These elements include parapets and railings,
lighting, signing, median barriers and structural drainage elements. Through this improvement effort,
these and other infrastructure elements will be brought up to current design standards and specifications.
The proposed improvements consist of a reconstruction of the entire system of ramps connecting Route
280 with Route 21 and Broad Street. The existing nested loop ramps underneath the approach to the
Stickel Bridge will be replaced by a jughandle ramp on Route 21. This jughandle will allow Route 21
northbound motorists to access ramps from Route 21 southbound to Route 280 eastbound and westbound.
Route 280 westbound traffic wishing to access both directions of Route 21 will use a new loop ramp that
diverges from Route 280 over Route 21 and ends at a signalized intersection with Route 21.
Route 280 eastbound traffic will use the existing exit ramp to Route 21 southbound to access both
directions of Route 21 at a reconfigured traffic signal. To accommodate a new acceleration lane for the
ramp from Route 21 southbound to Route 280 westbound, the alignment of Route 280 will be shifted
slightly to the south to avoid impacts to the historic Plume House. Space to the south has been made
available by proposing structures within the NJDOT ROW over Broad Street. The outside parapet
locations of the Route 280 over Broad Street bridges will remain. The existing viaduct over Route 21 and
several ramps will be replaced by fill and retaining walls with a bridge over the ramp to Route 280
eastbound and Route 21. The western approach to the Stickel Bridge will be rehabilitated. A new bridge
will be constructed to carry the new Route 280 westbound exit ramp over the entrance ramps to Route
280 eastbound and westbound.
The operation, safety and reliability of the Route 280 corridor will be improved by the replacement or
modification of the existing 60 year old structures with new structures that provide outside shoulders and
reduce the number of westbound exits from three to one and the number of eastbound entrances from
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three to one. The new configuration will remove all but local traffic from Grant Street, creating a safer
and quieter environment near the Apostle’s House, and reduce pedestrian / vehicular conflicts along
Broad Street crosswalks between bus stops and NJ Transit’s Broad Street Station.
Major construction work items in the project include:
7 Span Viaduct Demolition
2 Bridge Rehabilitations/Widening
4 New Bridges
Roadway Reconstruction
11 Retaining Walls
4 Temporary Retaining Walls
3 Signalized Intersections
Bulkhead Reconstruction
Drainage Improvements
Local Roadway Improvements in the City of Newark
Utility Relocations
Landscaping/Streetscaping
Right of Way Activities
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A total of 5 properties require full or partial acquisitions and/or easements. Of these 5
properties, one of them is residential with partial property acquisition minimized to the
maximum extent practicable. No residential displacements are required for the selected
alternative. One full commercial acquisition, consisting of two properties and known as Penn
Auto, is required for this selected alternative. ROW negotiations/acquisitions are in progress
and scheduled to be completed by early 2015.
Given the dense urban and historical nature of the project area, right of way considerations
were prioritized during the concept development phase to minimize right of way acquisitions.
Utilities
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As a result of the proposed geometric improvements and removal of existing viaduct, several
utilities require relocation. The following major utility activities are proposed to facilitate the
selected improvements:
o 24” Gas line relocation on Route 21 – the existing 24” gas main requires relocation
because it will conflict with proposed Ramp B, proposed Ramp C, Retaining Walls 3,
4 & 9, proposed Ramp B over Ramp C/Ramp D Bridge and the proposed Route 280
over Route 21 west abutment.
o Water main relocation on Route 21 – the existing water main on Route 21 requires
relocation because it will conflict with the proposed Route 280 over Route 21 west
abutment, staging associated with the viaduct removal and the 24” gas line
relocation.
o Aerial utility relocation at Grant Street/Spring Street – the existing aerial lines at the
corner of Grant and Spring Streets require relocation due to the widening of the Grant
Street and Spring Street intersection.
o Sanitary Sewer, Water, and Gas line/service relocation at Grant Street and Spring
Street - these utilities require relocation due to the relocation of Ramp C and conflicts
with proposed retaining wall No. 3 which widens the Grant Street and Spring Street
intersection.
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Relocation of Switch Gear and associated underground electric facilities for the
existing Stickel Bridge lift bridge – The existing Stickel Bridge Switchgear located
along Route 21 Southbound just north of Route 280 requires relocation due to
constructability conflicts with proposed staged construction. Additionally, the final
configuration does not allow sufficient maintenance space and access required by
PSE&G to maintain the Switchgear in its current location.
CCTV Camera relocation – The existing CCTV camera located at the southeast
corner of Route 21 and Route 280 requires relocation due to conflicts with proposed
widening of Route 280.
Project activities associated with the sanitary sewer line will require Treatment Works Approval
from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Landscaping, Streetscaping and Lighting
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Landscaping will be provided in proposed ramp infields and various areas where existing
pavement is being removed. The proposed landscaping will be low maintenance and has
been developed in close coordination with the community through various community
outreach meetings and workshops.
Streetscaping on Route 21 will be consistent with the Route 21-TSM6 #3 improvements to
the north and Route 21 Contract No 002980171 to the south of the project. These adjacent
Route 21 widening projects were completed in 2010 and 2009. Significant context sensitive
design features including various architectural landscape features were included in these
projects. Proposed consistent features include granite curb, granite curb ramps, imprinted
crosswalks, scored and tinted driveways, upgraded sidewalks, upgraded crosswalks, and a
brick border pattern throughout. Existing decorative highway/street lighting will be relocated
as needed.
Landscaping and streetscaping on Grant Street has been coordinated with the State Historic
Preservation Office. This will include upgraded concrete sidewalk with a brick border,
concrete planter benches and fences. Decorative lighting will be provided on the south side
of Grant Street. All design elements are compatible with the surrounding historic setting.
As part of the continued coordination with the local community, decorative lights will be
installed on 8th Avenue. In addition, any ailing street trees will be replaced at the time of
construction.
State Street sidewalk will be replaced where necessary and appropriate lighting will be
installed.
Plantings are also proposed along the rehabilitated Passaic River Bulkhead.
Cut stone form liners with decorative inserts will be used on the proposed retaining walls.
Insets will be used on the proposed F-shape parapet for the retaining walls and bridges.
Project History
This project originated in November 2000 as a component of the Concept Development (CD) Study for
the William A. Stickel Memorial Bridge (2002) conducted by the Parsons Transportation Group. The
study evaluated alternatives for replacing or rehabilitating the Stickel Bridge as well as improvements to
approach roadway sections and interchanges of Route 280 on either side. Subsequent to the CD, the
structural improvements required for the rehabilitation of the Stickel Bridge were split from the roadway
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improvements and were advanced through the design development and construction stages. The
rehabilitation of the Stickel Bridge was completed in 2008. The remaining components of the project
were advanced through the standard NJDOT process of Concept Development and Feasibility
Assessment. Due to the severe deterioration of bridge structures within the 280/21 interchange; the
Feasibility Assessment Study included the Route 280 Viaduct segment as well as the roadway and
interchange improvements at the Interstate Route 280 and McCarter Highway (NJ Route 21) in Newark.
Concepts from the original CD were advanced to propose a revised configuration that would provide all
of the missing movements between I-280 and Route 21, rehabilitate or replace six (6) ramp or mainline
structures, correct roadway and geometric deficiencies, and improve safety and operational concerns
through the provision of the missing interchange movements. The new improvements would minimize
impacts on adjacent businesses, right-of-way, environmental, and community resources in an urban area
with tight physical constraints. A Feasibility Assessment (FA) report was prepared for the Interstate
Route 280 Nesbitt Street to Harrison Avenue (MP 13.8 to 15.2) project in 2005 by the Parsons
Transportation Group. Since the 2005 FA, the proposed improvements have been revised based on
community input and new developments in the area such as the completion of the Newark Light Rail
(NLR) and the Route 21 TSM 6 project.
The Preferred Alternative selected during the 2005 FA effort was refined as part of the April 2011
Addendum to adequately address comments from the community. Environmental impacts on both the
natural and human environment during the FA addendum effort as per the National Environmental Policy
Act of 1969 were evaluated. The review concluded that the project would not have significant
environmental impacts and was authorized by the Federal Highway Administration in August 2011.
Michael Baker Jr., Inc. was retained in September of 2011 to prepare the Final Design of these proposed
interchange improvements.
An interim preliminary submission of the Final Design Phase was completed in December 2012 in order
to further refine the Preferred Alternative, advance the roadway geometry, construction staging, and
identify feasible aesthetic treatments and community enhancements. The Final Design Phase includes a
Final Design Submission, a Pre- PS&E Submission, and concludes with a PS&E submission. The Final
Design Submission was completed in December 2013 and the Pre- PS&E submission was completed in
August of 2014. The project is currently advancing towards the completion of the PS&E Submission
which is scheduled for early March 2015 and completes the Final Design Phase of the project.
Construction is scheduled to begin in spring of 2015 and is anticipated to last approximately forty (40)
months in duration.
Current Project Activities
The Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Project design is in the Final Design Phase, and this phase of work
is expected to be completed in early March of 2015 with the PS&E submission.
Pre-Final Design- Prior to the authorization of the Final Design Phase, an advanced aerial mapping and
topography project was authorized in August 2010. This was separated from the main design contract to
allow the design and ground survey effort to be advanced prior to the project kick off. The aerial
mapping and topography was completed in December 2011.
Final Design - The Final Design Phase of this project commenced in October 2011 with an Authorization
to Proceed from NJDOT to Michael Baker, Inc. During the final design process, Baker engineers worked
in close coordination with NJDOT Subject Matter Experts. Consensus on the design approach has been
reached for the majority of the major project items. These items are documented in the Design
Communications Report, as required by the NJDOT-Procedures Manual.
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Some specific ongoing activities are as follows:
 Final Design activities – Final Design submitted December 19, 2013
 PS&E – Scheduled for early March 2015
 Access Cutout Sign-offs - Final
 Right of Way acquisitions – Ongoing
 Community Outreach and Public Involvement – Ongoing
 Utility Engineering Agreements – Ongoing
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SECTION 2 - PROJECT COST ESTIMATE
Design Costs
Consultant Design Costs:
The original consultant contract was for $12,260,097. There has been two (2) Consultant Design
Agreement Modifications (CAMs), for incorporating the deck replacement of Route 280 over Martin
Luther King Boulevard into this project, worth $461,561 and for extra work on Structures, ROW and
Utilities, worth $569,994. The design cost for these two modifications came from federal funds.
A third CAM was added for GPR work associated with emergency deck repairs on the existing Route 280
over 21 Viaduct and Route 280 over Broad Street Bridge, worth $251,693. The design cost for this
modification came from state funds.
A fourth CAM was added to account for incorporating ADA curb ramp designs and additional structure
design, worth $429,261. The design cost was split, $401,701 was participating and $27,560 was nonparticipating.
See Appendix A for details of the cost and description of these CAMs.
Construction Engineering Costs
Construction Support Services (CSS) will be provided by the consultant team after the project is awarded.
CSS will consist of shop drawing review, responses to RFI’s, technical support to the Resident Engineer,
value engineering proposal review, environmental compliance support, schedule reviews and update
reviews, change of plan preparation and drafting of as-builts.
Consultant Support Services (CSS) provided by NJDOT consists of managing the consultant team,
subject matter expert review, and technical support to the Resident Engineer. The Construction
Management and Construction Inspection (CM/CI) services which includes the Resident Engineer
position may be provided by an outside consultant. If so, standard Procurement practices will be used to
acquire the consultant for the CM/CI services.
See Appendix C for projected CSS costs for this project.
Right of Way Costs
The Right of Way acquisitions for the project consists of:
- 1 Entire parcel take
- 2 partial take parcels
- 1 easement parcel
- 4 NJDEP parcels
- 2 potential vacation parcels conveyed to the 1) City of Newark and the 2) Owner of Block
434, Lot 1
ROW negotiations/acquisitions are in progress and scheduled to be completed by spring of 2015. The cost
of the Right of Way purchases is estimated to be $7,463,000. The Department’s regional appraisal/review
staff provided market data when performing cost estimates. This cost will be updated by NJDOT once
actual acquisition costs are obtained. The costs for relocation are estimated. The Right of Way Cost
Estimates primarily rely on current market data. See Appendix C for a distribution of the ROW costs for
this project.
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Utility Costs
Utilities affected by this project are as follows:
- PSE&G - Electric
- PSE&G – Gas
- Verizon – NJ, Inc.
- Cablevision of Newark
- City of Newark-Water
- City of Newark-Sanitary Sewer
- Passaic Valley Sewer Commission
- NJDOT-ITS , Highway Lighting, and Traffic Signals
- NJ Transit
Currently, the Utility Engineering Agreements (UEA) are not complete. The biggest efforts are
anticipated to be from PSE&G Electric and PSE&G Gas for the temporary and final relocation of the
existing Stickel Bridge Electrical Switch Gear and the relocation of an existing 24” Gas Main.
Advanced utility contracts are not being considered for the utilities in this contract since they are located
within acquired properties. However, to ease coordination and minimize delays during construction, a
significant portion of the required utility work/relocation will be included in the contract for completion
by the state’s contractor.
For this project electric, gas, sewer, water, cable TV and telephone facilities will be relocated. The utility
costs including utility work done by the NJDOT Contractor and the utility companies are currently being
developed. NJDOT’s projected estimate for work performed by the Utility companies is $2,400,000.
See Appendix B for a description of utility costs for this project.
Construction Cost Estimate
The current anticipated Construction Cost for the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Project including
Utilities, Construction, Inspection, Construction Support and Change Order Contingencies is currently
estimated to be $125,500,000, which matches the current available funding in the 10 year Capital
Program for FY2014 – 2023(see Table 2.1).
The Department has included a number of cost containment strategies in order to reduce risk as well as
construction cost. Review of some of the designs and their related costs were performed as follows:
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Performed a reevaluation of the ramp configurations within the interchange. By switching the
alignment of two ramps, NJDOT developed better geometry that eliminated some substandard
designs as well as improved the overall interchange configuration. This adjustment also
provided a more economical method to stage the project.
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Reviewed the proposed staging from the Concept Development phase of the project. A
revised staging was developed that uses the new configuration of ramps which reduces costly
construction of narrow slivers of temporary roadways supported by retaining walls.
Additionally, the design of Route 280 Eastbound and Westbound temporary mainline
roadways eliminated the need for costly cattle chutes which would require 24 hour tow trucks
in case of vehicular breakdowns.
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In order to control construction costs, the project uses improved practices for cost forecasting and detailed
budget monitoring combined with reasonable contingency set aside designed to hold the project costs on
target. Aside from performing scratch cost estimates for all items of work on the project, standard items
are compared to historical cost data available, and adjustments are made as needed. For non-standard
items, a comprehensive cost backup is prepared for further review by the NJDOT. When the baseline cost
is prepared for the base year, then the proper escalation factor is determined by comparing various
indexes from Engineer’s News Record (ENR) magazine; such as the material index, labor index, and the
composite construction index in order to evaluate the cost trends in the industry. This evaluation of the
indexes and the cost trends is performed on a quarterly basis and any adjustments to the construction cost
are made as needed. See Section 6 – Risk Identification and Mitigation Factors for additional information.
Total Cost of the Project
Total Cost of the project including all items discussed above is included in Table 2.1 below:
Table 2.1 –Total Project Cost Summary
Activities
TOTAL
Pre-Construction Activities
Concept Development (Consultant)
$365,405
Concept Development Support(NJDOT Staff)
$73,081
Feasibility Assessment (Consultant)
$730,811
Feasibility Assessment Support (NJDOT Staff)
$146,162
Environmental Assessment (CED) (Consultants)
$365,405
Environmental Assessment Support (CED) (NJDOT Staff)
$87,697
Final Design (Consultant)
$13,972,606
Final Design Support (NJDOT Staff)
$1,389,027
Utility Engineering
$75,000
Right of Way Acquisitions
$7,463,000
Subtotal
$24,668,194
Construction Activities
Construction Cost
Change Order Contingency
Utility Relocation (See Note 1)
Construction Inspection (Consultant and NJDOT Staff)
Construction Support Services (Consultant and NJDOT Staff)
Subtotal
$103,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,400,000
$12,250,000
$5,350,000
$125,500,000
Total
$150,168,194
Notes:
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Total Utility Relocation Cost adds up to $6.24M, which is split into $2.4M work to be performed by the Utility Companies, and
$3.84M by the State’s Contractor. Costs of Utility Work performed by the State’s Contractor is included in the "Construction
Costs" section of this document.
See Appendix C for the project cost schedule that breaks out the funds already expended and the
estimated funds needed to complete the project.
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SECTION 3 – PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Project Implementation Schedule Breakdown
The construction schedule for the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange project was developed using
Primavera P3 Software and the guidance and directive contained in the NJDOT Capital Program
Management Construction Scheduling Coding and Procedures for Designers and Contractors Manual.
The schedule was developed based on the restrictions and traffic demands in the area and the
commitments to the community to minimize impacts. The schedule includes the estimated production
rates for fabrication and erection rates for a standard construction schedule. However, by direction of
NJDOT, additional work hours were included to improve efficiency. A 6 day work week (includes
Saturdays) and a 10 hour work day was incorporated into the schedule. The project is estimated to be
completed in the Summer of 2018 and is broken down into 4 major stages.
Table 3.1 – Project Staging Summary
Stage and Description of Activities
Duration
Stage 1A/1B
 Construct temporary ramps at Route 21
Stage 1Ato/from Route 280
3 Months
 Implement Utility relocations
Stage 1B Ramp S Construction
1 Month
 Grant Street Widening
Stage 2A/2B
 Demolish Existing Ramps B, C, D, and E
 Construct proposed ramp system and
proposed retaining walls to the North and
South of Route 280
 Construct temporary Route 280 roadways
and temporary walls along newly
constructed ramp system alignments and
proposed walls
 Construct Ramp B over Ramps C/D Bridge
 Construct Ramp D over Ramp C Bridge
 Commence construction of northern and
southern portions of Route 280 over Route
21 Bridge
 Construct Route 280 over Ramp E Structure
and associated retaining walls.
 Construct southern portion of Route 280
over Broad Street Bridge.
 Replace 280 over MLK superstructure
Cost
Stage 1A-$16,300,000
Stage 1B-$7,400,000
Total Stage 1 Duration
= 4 Months
Total Stage 1 Cost
=$23,700,000
Stage 2A8 Months
Stage 2B6 Months
Stage 2A-$17,600,000
= 14 Months
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Stage 2B-$23,200,000
Total Stage 2 Cost
=$40,800,000
Table 3.1 – Project Staging Summary (Cont’d)
Stage and Description of Activities
Duration
Stage 3
 Move Route 280 traffic from existing
= 10 Months
alignment onto newly constructed
temporary ramp system
 Demolish existing Viaduct
 Finalize construction of Route 280 over
Route 21 Bridge (central portion)
 Construct Final Route 280 mainline
embankment, retaining walls, and pavement
 Construct Route 280 over Ramp C Bridge
 Construct central portion of Route 280 over
Broad Street Bridge
Stage 4A/4B/4C
 Move Route 280 traffic from temporary
Stage 4Aramp system onto newly constructed
2 Months
permanent Route 280 alignment
 Construct northern portion of Route 280
Stage 4Bover Broad Street Bridge
8.5
Months
 Demolish temporary roadways and
temporary walls
Stage 4C Construct final ramp system
1.5
Months
 Demolish existing Ramp A and Ramp B
bridges, walls and roadway.
 Construct Ramp A and Bulkhead
= 12 Months
TOTAL PROJECT
40 Months
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Cost
Total Stage 3 Cost
=$15,100,000
Stage 4A-$3,800,000
Stage 4B-$17,500,000
Stage 4C-$2,600,000
Total Stage 4 Cost
=$23,900,000
$103,500,000
SECTION 4 – PROJECT FINANCING
4.1 Overall Initial Financial Plan
The construction of the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvement project including utility
relocations, construction inspection, construction support services and change orders is estimated at
$125,500,000. The project will be federally funded primarily with National Highway Performance
Program (NHPP) funding source.
The Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvement project design and construction will be fully funded
as shown in the following chart and table. The NJDOT is processing a FY2014-2023 STIP Modification
to provide sufficient funding for this project.
The finance plan for the construction phase of the project, based on current funding allocation is outlined
in Table 4.1 below.
Table 4.1 – Project Financing Summary
Route 280/Route 21 Project Funding Summary (millions)
280/21
Funding
Allocation
280/21
Projected
Expenditures
Through
FY13
FY15
Through
FY15
FY14
FY16
FY17
FY18
FY19
$21.926 M
$2.742 M
$34.700 M
$59.368 M
$42.150 M
$20.550M
$26.750M
$1.350M
$12.791 M
$4.684 M
$41.893 M
$59.368 M
$42.150 M
$20.550 M
$26.750 M
$1.350 M
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The figure below illustrates the projected cash outlay requirements versus the project funding availability.
Table 4. 2 on the following page provides a year-to-year breakdown of projected cash flow by various
elements of the project from Fiscal Year 2013 through Fiscal Year 2019.
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Table 4.2 - Cash Flow
Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project
Structures, Paving, and Traffic Signals
Revised - 2-9-15
Projected Expenditures-Design
Item
Incurred as of 8/3/14
Projected Expenditures - Construction
Remaining FY 14
FY 15
Concept Development (Consultant)
Concept Development Support(NJDOT Staff)
Feasibility Assessment (Consultant)
Feasibility Assessment Support (NJDOT Staff)
Environmental Assessment (CED) (Consultants)
Environmental Assessment Support (CED) (NJDOT Staff)
Final Design (Consultant)
Final Design Support (NJDOT Staff)
Utility Engineering Agreements
Right of Way Acquisitions
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
365,405
73,081
730,811
146,162
365,405
87,697
13,388,481
1,386,298
26,527
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$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
584,125
2,729
48,473
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Capital
Salary
Subtotal-Project Expenditures Design, Utilities, ROW
$
$
$
269,820
16,839,687
$
$
$
635,327
$
$
$
Construction Cost
Change Order Contingency
Utility Relocations
Construction Inspection (Consultant & NJDOT)
Construction Support Services (CSS)
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
-
Subtotal-Project Expenditures Construction
$
-
$
-
Total Projected Expenditures (FY)
Total Projected Expenditures (Cumulative)
$
$
16,839,687
16,839,687
$
$
635,327
17,475,014
FY 16
-
Federal Funding - Construction
State Funding - Construction
FY 18
FY 19
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
7,193,180
7,193,180
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
24,100,000
600,000
2,400,000
2,250,000
5,350,000
$
$
$
$
$
38,600,000
600,000
2,950,000
-
$
$
$
$
$
17,200,000
400,000
2,950,000
-
$
$
$
$
$
23,600,000
400,000
2,750,000
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
34,700,000
$
42,150,000
$
20,550,000
$
26,750,000
$
$
41,893,180
59,368,194
$
$
42,150,000
101,518,194
$
$
20,550,000
122,068,194
$
$
26,750,000
148,818,194
Item
Federal Funding
Original Federal Funding
Federal Funding - MOD # 1, MOD # 2 and MOD # 4
Annual New State Funding - MOD # 3 and part of MOD # 4
Federal Funding - ROW
Utility Engineering Funding
Subtotal Funding Allocation - Design, Utlities, ROW
FY 17
Total
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
365,405
73,081
730,811
146,162
365,405
87,697
13,972,606
1,389,027
75,000
$
$
$
7,463,000
24,668,194
1,350,000
-
$
$
$
$
$
103,500,000
2,000,000
2,400,000
12,250,000
5,350,000
$
1,350,000
$
125,500,000
$
$
1,350,000
150,168,194
$
$
150,168,194
150,168,194
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
15,417,685
1,433,256
279,253
7,463,000
75,000
24,668,194
125,500,000
125,500,000
150,168,194
$
-
Available FY Funding Allocation
$
$
$
$
$
$
15,417,685
1,433,256
7,463,000
75,000
24,388,941
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
279,253
279,253
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
$
$
$
$
$
$
-
-
$
$
$
34,700,000
34,700,000
$
$
$
42,150,000
42,150,000
$
$
$
20,550,000
20,550,000
$
$
$
26,750,000
26,750,000
$
$
$
1,350,000
1,350,000
Subtotal Funding Allocation -Construction
$
$
$
Total Funding Available (FY)
Total Funding Available (Cumulative)
$
$
24,388,941
24,388,941
$
$
279,253
24,668,194
$
$
34,700,000
59,368,194
$
$
42,150,000
101,518,194
$
$
20,550,000
122,068,194
$
$
26,750,000
148,818,194
$
$
1,350,000
150,168,194
$
150,168,194
Surplus (Deficit)
$
7,549,254
$
7,193,180
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
-
-
SECTION 5 – PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP ISSUES
The MAP-21 Policy compliance is required for NHPP funded projects. Specifically the following items
must be addressed:
 A discussion of whether a public-private partnership (P3) or traditional procurement could more
effectively leverage the revenue stream for the project, including the available debt capacity and
cost of capital for both the public and private sector.
 A discussion of the current State-level legislative authorizations for public-private partnerships,
including legislative authorizations regarding public sector debt capacity. A concluding statement
regarding the appropriateness of a public-private partnership to deliver the project.
5.1 Effectiveness to Leverage The Revenue Stream For The Project
The current project does not result in a revenue stream for the State of New Jersey. Potential revenue
streams such as tax increment financing (TIF) or tolling are not feasible. The project does not introduce
any new potential development to support a TIF. Tolling was not addressed during the Feasibility through
Final Design Phases of the project. Tolling of the subject roadways within the project area is not
appropriate.
The only typical options for a revenue stream would be from taxes on new development potential from
the project or from tolling the facility. The Route 280, Route 21 Interchange project does not introduce
any new development potential, and as such this is not a viable revenue stream. Both Route’s I-280 and
Route 21 are not tolled throughout their extents. As such, the potential for tolling the facility would have
significant public opposition. Additionally, since Route 21 is a State highway that was funded with State
and Federal monies, tolling is not an option unless an Authority were to assume control of the facility.
Typically, a project needs a revenue stream to be a candidate for a public private partnership, which as
demonstrated above, the Route 280, Route 21 project will not have. Additionally, with the total project
cost under $400 Million, the needed investment versus potential return does not appear lucrative for a
public private partnership. The ability to attract investors is very low.
5.2 State-level Legislative Authorizations
NJ legislation is currently limited on public private partnerships. While some state agencies do allow for
this type of procurement, the NJDOT does not have the current ability to utilize this type of funding
mechanism. NJDOT would require legislative and executive approvals to advance this type of funding.
5.4 Concluding Statement
The Route 280, Route 21 Interchange Improvements Project is not a viable candidate for a P3 delivery
model.
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SECTION 6 – RISK IDENTIFICATION AND MITIGATION FACTORS
This section of the Financial Plan addresses the funding plan for this project, identifies risks that could
impact this plan and outlines mitigation measures to provide reasonable assurance that funds will be
available to deliver the project through construction.
The financial management plan risks fall under two broad risk categories: Cost increase risks and
revenue sufficiency risks. Understanding that this financial plan is focused on the construction phase,
cost increase risks include such things as fuel price increases and unknown site conditions. Revenue
sufficiency risks in the context of this project include such things as funding availability and funding
delays.
The following provides specifics on each identified risk item.
Cost Increase Risks
This section identifies risks that can potentially impact construction cost and provides mitigating
factors used to minimize the cost increase. A table summarizing all of the items below is included at
the end of this section.
a) Risk that costs will exceed funding for utility relocation:
Typically, the utility relocation costs are estimated as a percentage of construction cost of the
project. However, given the complexity of this project, we anticipate that a typical percentage is
not accurate and the risk of exceeding it is high. Currently, the project utility relocations by the
State’s Contractor and utility companies are estimated at a total of $6.24 million ($2.4 million by
Utility Companies, and $3.84 million by the State’s Contractor), which is approximately 4% of
the total estimated cost for the project. However, in order to reduce the risk of exceeding the
utility relocation program funding level, a good portion of the work has been included in the
contract documents to be performed by the State’s Contractor.
b) Risk that bids will exceed program funding levels for construction:
Several advanced construction techniques and unique design elements are being implemented
during the final design of the project in order to reduce construction costs. By implementing the
advanced design solutions, construction of the project will be completed with less disturbance to
the traveling public.
Advanced Design utilized to reduce construction cost:
The list of these advanced design elements and their application is as follows:

Performed a reevaluation of the ramp configurations within the interchange. The NJDOT
switched the ramp alignment, thereby developing better geometry that eliminated some
substandard designs and improved the overall interchange configuration. This adjustment also
provided a more economical method to stage the project.

Reviewed the proposed staging from the Concept Development phase of the project. A
revised staging was developed that uses the new configuration of ramps which reduces costly
construction of narrow slivers of temporary roadways supported by retaining walls.
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Additionally, the design of Route 280 Eastbound and Westbound temporary mainline
roadways eliminated the need for costly cattle chutes which would require 24 hour tow trucks
in case of vehicular breakdowns.

Use of Precast Superstructure Solutions for the Route 280 Bridge over Martin Luther King
Boulevard (MLK) that minimizes schedule and traffic impacts. Route 280 over MLK
requires maintaining two lanes in each direction during peak periods. Given the
existing/proposed cross section, lane closures must be utilized to achieve a deck replacement.
Several precast solutions were evaluated based on cost, duration and constructability. A
precast deck and superstructure solution would minimize impacts to motorists and optimize
the construction schedule.

Semi-integral abutments are being proposed to minimize the number of joints for a longer
lasting structure that results in reduced maintenance costs. The Rt. 280/Rt. 21, Rt. 280/Ramp
C and the Ramp D/Ramp C bridges are each single span bridges designed with semi-integral
abutments which moves the joints off the bridges increasing the bridge’s service life while
reducing future maintenance costs. The Ramp B/Ramps C & D two span bridge utilized a
continuous design to eliminate the deck joint over the center pier, and the new bridge deck for
the Rt. I-280/Broad St. & State St. bridge also eliminates a longitudinal deck joint. Both of
these design features will provide for an increase in the bridge’s service life and reduces
future maintenance costs.

Evaluate and potentially implement an advanced utility relocation contract to avoid costly
delays in both schedule and claims that result from utility work being on the critical path.
The existing Stickel Bridge Switch Gear which powers the Stickel Bridge lift operations is
impacted by the proposed interchange geometry. Various relocation schemes were evaluated
and it was determined that a temporary transformer and associated conduit/manholes should
be installed in advance of the interchange construction. This will allow the contractor to store
the existing switch gear for future installation and utilize the area occupied by the existing
switch gear for bridge construction.
In addition, Coast Guard/PSE&G/Contractor
coordination is significantly reduced by minimizing potential Stickel Bridge shutdowns.

Maximize the use of the State’s contractor for utility relocation which requires right of way
availability. This reduces the potential for costly delays in both schedule and claims that
result from utility work being on the critical path. The proposed 24” gas main relocation
work is to be performed by the State’s contractor. Typically, PSE&G-Gas relocation work is
done by PSE&G-Gas. However, in utilizing the State’s contractor savings will be realized by
eliminating the standard PSEG-Gas, markup on materials and labor and additional taxes.
Specific Project Management Methods to reduce construction cost:

A Pre-Advertisement Presentation - will be held for the contracting industry to
highlight project elements, risk items and to help contractors begin their bidding process.
Contractors will be encouraged to begin working on teaming arrangements and/or joint
ventures. Allowing early mobilization will facilitate more competitive bids. CD’s of
preliminary plans and specifications will be made available to prospective bidders to
encourage the development of any potential value engineering proposals or innovative
concepts which could help lower bids, resulting in less required funding for construction
as compared to the Engineers’ Estimate.
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
Continuous Public Outreach - A Public Information Center will be held before the start
of construction to reiterate and emphasize project components that were agreed to
between the public, the City of Newark and the NJDOT. This informational meeting will
help to alleviate potential additional requests from the public, which could delay the
contract and increase cost. In addition, during construction, a Community Affairs
Manager will be required in the contract documents. The contractor community affairs
manager shall have the responsibility and sufficient authority for community outreach
efforts and to provide assistance for public project communication and to ensure the
implementation of project EEO, DBE & payroll requirements. The contractor
community affairs manager will work with the Department’s Community Relation
Manager, Civil Rights Union and the NJDOT Resident Engineer to help provide a
uniform outreach to the impacted community. The Contractor Community Affairs
Manager shall coordinate, oversee, and supervise all contractor out-reach efforts to the
public in conjunction with the Department’s efforts.

Traffic Mitigation Plan - A Traffic Mitigation Plan is proposed in order to maintain at
acceptable levels the flow of traffic through the construction area, minimize travel delays
experienced by motorists during construction, educate the public about the purpose,
objectives and benefits of the project, encourage motorists to use transit and other
alternative modes and educate travelers about the benefits of these modes, and reduce the
number of incidents within the construction area. To meet these mitigation objectives,
various traffic, highway, geometric and programmatic measures have been evaluated with
input from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from state, regional and local agencies.

Customized Project Administration Plan - The Design Consultant and NJDOT Project
Management Staff will develop a customized project administration plan. The plan will
be designed to expedite shop drawing review and as a result, avoid potential construction
delays which could increase cost. Implementation of this plan will result in completion
of the construction ahead of schedule. This approach has been utilized on other projects
and a significant cost and time savings was realized.

Increasing bidding time from 6 weeks to 8 – 10 weeks - will allow prospective
contractors to refine their bids and seek teaming arrangements.

Advertising in Engineering News Record - in addition to the NJDOT website to
encourage more competition and limit the risk of fewer bidders associated with larger
projects.

Project Specific Cost Estimate – the cost estimate was prepared with due consideration
of the project location and specific requirements. Pay Item cost estimates were
determined using historical data from similar projects, or from projects that are located
within the same area. Whenever material cost estimates were needed to calculate the unit
costs, these estimates were obtained from local fabricators and material suppliers that are
be reflective of the estimates that the potential contractors will use.

Cost Escalation of Construction To account for inflation, an escalation rate of 2.5% per
year was applied to the entire estimate and escalated to the project mid-point.
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
Cost Escalation of Labor was calculated and included in the cost estimate knowing that
project completion requirements will likely require premium time for labor throughout
construction. The Labor portion of the cost estimate was increased to reflect these
additional costs.

Lump Sum Items Provide a qualified cap and schedule of payments for all lump sum
items to reduce the potential for unbalancing the bids.

Disincentives clauses and Liquidated Damages. Liquidated damages will be
incorporated into the contract to control risks associated with extended traffic impacts to
the motoring public. The price will be based on road user costs calculated for the
roadways within the project. Incentives are not intended to be used as it was determined
that the value for the applicable incentives was not large enough to be effective.
c) Risk that Unknown Site Conditions will increase project cost.
Construction projects of all types and sizes will inevitably encounter unknown site
conditions. To minimize the probability of encountering unknown conditions and the
associated potential project cost increases, the following mitigation strategies were utilized.

Subsurface soil exploration program and Static Load Tests: An extensive soil boring
program was taken for this project and the geotechnical data was analyzed and used in
the design of the project bridges, walls, and sign structures.

Subsurface utility engineering. Unknown, underground site conditions are a concern in
this area. Test pits were taken for this project to identify underground utilities which
were surveyed and tied into the project mapping. Locating these utilities may result in
lower costs. This information will be available to contractors bidding the project.

Performed bottom of Passaic River bathymetric survey. To avoid unexpected site
conditions, additional measurements were conducted for the bottom of the Passaic River
to document the existing siltation and bulkhead alignment shifts at the face of the existing
bulkhead.

Contaminated soil site investigation. Environmental borings were analyzed for this
project and mitigation procedures are detailed in the contract documents.
d) Risk of increased cost due to impact on existing bridges and structures

Alignment of the proposed bridge at Route 280 over Route 21 coordinated with existing
girder locations to minimize impact on the existing bridge.

Will provide vibration monitoring of existing bridges during certain construction
activities.

Will provide vibration monitoring of Route 280 over Broad Street and Plume House
throughout construction to ensure minimal disturbance to the historic Plume House.

Will provide Emergency Call Outs item for emergency repairs anticipated with existing
bridges and structures.
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e) Risk that construction costs may increase due to environmental restrictions

It is anticipated that fish in-water work timing restrictions from March 1 through June 30
will be included as a permit condition from the NJDEP. In-water construction is limited
to activities associated with the proposed bulkhead. The construction schedule has been
developed to incorporate the timing restriction. Due to the relatively limited in-water
work, the risk associated with the environmental restrictions is minimal.

All excavation associated with this project has been identified as regulated. Therefore,
provisions for all excavation to be hauled off-site will be included for testing and proper
disposal. Risk associated with increased cost for disposal is therefore minimal.
f) Risk that construction costs may increase due to schedule delays

Unanticipated delays related to utility construction being on the longest path may result
in some cost increases. Most of the work to be constructed by utility companies must
occur prior to major construction activities. Accordingly, to the extent possible, a good
portion of the utility work was include in the contract documents to be performed by the
State’s Contractor.

Delays associated with existing deteriorated structures requiring repairs during
construction may result in some cost increases. In order to mitigate for this potential
delay, a fixed price lump sum item, EMERGENCY CALL OUTS is included as part of
the contract. This will reduce any potential delays associated with required repair
activities.

For critical longest path construction activities, disincentive clauses are provided in the
liquidated damages of the special provisions to mitigate any potential schedule delays
associated with these activities.
g) ROW Availability Risk
Mitigation Factors implemented to reduce the risk of increased construction cost and delays
associated with ROW Availability:
Justification and Status Report on Outstanding ROW Parcels
The Division of ROW is currently administering the acquisition process required to take
ownership of one entire taking parcel and three partial takes;
Parcels 164 is owned by Spring Enterprises, Inc., (AKA Penn Auto) in the City of Newark, this
parcel is improved with three one story commercial trailer buildings used as a sales offices for the
car sales operation. The furniture, fixture and equipment appraisal as well as real estate appraisal
was obtained. This parcel is being negotiated with the owner’s representative and is anticipated
to be available in March 2015. A relocation may be required as part of the agreement between the
Department and the owner. Once the parcel is acquired, an archeological study is required to clear
the site for construction. The archeological study is anticipated to take approximately 2 months
to finalize, once the parcel is acquired. Therefore, the parcel must be acquired a minimum of 2
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months prior to the contract execution date, scheduled for May 29, 2015, as shown on the
proposed construction schedule. If findings from the study require special provisions, an
addendum will be issued during the bidding process.
For Parcels 165, 166, and E167 – There are no anticipated delays for these partial acquisitions.
Given this schedule and the current right of way acquisition progress, there is minimal risk that
delays will be encountered due to ROW availability for these full and partial take acquisitions.
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Table 6.1 shows parcel status, the projected right of way availability, and dates required for
construction.
Table 6.1 – Right of Way Availability Summary
Parcel
Status
ROW
Available
ROW
Required
165
166
In Condemnation.
Commissioner’s
appointed 2/9/15
Settled
Settled
E167
Cleared
3/19/15
3/19/15
S174A,
S174B,S1
74C,
S174D
Settled
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
164
SR171
S169A,
S169B
S170
Settled
Settled
Settled
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
3/19/15
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Remarks
Required for
Archeological
Investigation
Strip take
Strip take
Interagency
Strip take
Temporary Site
Mitigation Area
Temporary Site
Mitigation Area
Temporary Site
Mitigation Area
Temporary Site
Mitigation Area
Settlement
Date
TBD
Projected
Relocation
Time for
Business
TBD
1/23/15
1/23/15
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
12/21/14
12/21/14
12/21/14
12/21/14
Table 6.2 summarizes all mitigation factors implemented to minimize the Construction Cost
Increase Risks:
Table 6.2-COST INCREASE - RISK MITIGATION FACTORS
Advanced Solutions
Proposed interchange ramp reconfiguration
Staging scheme modification
Use of Precast Solutions for MLK superstructure
Use of semi-integral abutments to minimize future maintenance
Advanced utility contracts
Consultant design and NJDOT Contractor construction of various utilities minimized delay claims
and markups from utility company.
Specific Project Management Methods
A Pre-Advertisement Presentation
Continuous Public Outreach
Customized Project Administration Plan
Increasing bidding time from 6 weeks to 8 – 10 weeks
Advertising in Engineering News Record
Project Specific Cost estimate
Cost Escalation of Construction
Cost Escalation of Labor
Lump Sum Items
Disincentives clauses and Liquidated Damages
Unknown site conditions risks
Subsurface soil exploration program
Subsurface utility engineering. Use of test excavation plans and item to provide contractor effective
means for subsurface exploration
Contaminated soil site investigation
Impact on existing bridges and structures
Adjusted the horizontal alignment of the proposed bridge
Vibration monitoring for certain stages at Route 280 over Route 21
Vibration monitoring for Plume House at Route 280 over Broad Street
Included Emergency Call-Out Pay Item for emergency repairs
Environmental restrictions
Fish restrictions associated with Bulkhead construction built into schedule
All excavation classified as regulated to reduce potential claims
Schedule Delays
Disincentive Clauses are included in the Special Provisions
Utility Construction Staging-Work to be performed by State’s Contractor
Included Emergency Call-Out Pay Item for emergency repairs
ROW Availability
ROW Availability dates
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Revenue Sufficiency Risks
The Project Financing section of this plan outlines National Highway Performance Program
(NHPP) funds as the funding source for this project. The construction funding plan spreads over
five years starting in Federal Fiscal Year 2015 and ending in Federal Fiscal Year 2019.
Program Context
This project is one of a number of multi-year funded Federal Projects. An explanation on
NJDOT’s policy on multi-year funding can be found in Section K of the FY 2014-2023 STIP
Introduction, pages 8 and 9. At the time of preparation of this plan, the NJDOT has the following
federal multi-year funding commitments in its ten-year capital plan (see Table 11 Multi-year
Funded Federal Projects NJDOT http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/capital/stip1423/sec2/).
Under the FY 2014-2023 STIP, NJDOT programmed a total of $1,810.5 million or 21 percent, of
the estimated $8,532.2 million in total Federal funding resources, as multi-year funded federal
projects. This figure includes $125.500 million for the construction of this project.
As always, NJDOT will allocate Federal revenues to multi-year and GARVEE payments before
any new obligations are programmed.
In the context of Federal funding availability, the current Federal Highway Act, “Moving Ahead
for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21)” was signed on July 6, 2012 and expires on September
30, 2014. On August 8, President Obama signed HR 5021 to replenish the Highway Trust Fund
(HTF) and extend MAP-21 to May 31, 2015. Congress passed the measure, which averted a
shortfall by transferring $10.8 billion from the general fund into the HTF, on July 31. It is
important to note, however, that a longer-term bill is vital, as the United States Congress cannot
make long-term commitments with only short term funding extensions.
Major Financing Risks
There are several major financing risks associated with this project’s finding plan.

Risk that a new Federal Highway Act is not in place at the end of Federal Fiscal Year
2014.
On August 8, President Obama signed HR 5021 to replenish the Highway Trust Fund
(HTF) and extend MAP-21 to May 31, 2015. Congress passed the measure, which
averted a shortfall by transferring $10.8 billion from the general fund into the HTF, on
July 31. The NJDOT assumes that should a new Federal Highway Act not be fully
approved in May of 2015, Congress and the President would authorize Continuing
Resolutions to ensure that projects such as the Route 280, Route 21 Interchange
Improvements Project are not impacted, until such time that a new bill is in place.
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
Risk that costs increase due to change orders during construction.
Typically, the NJDOT funds change orders through supplemental federal authorizations
or through a State funded Unanticipated Design, Right-of-Way and Construction
Expenses line item. Funding change orders through supplemental authorizations may
utilize releases from federal obligations or if necessary may take obligation authority
from current programmed unobligated federal items.
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Attachment H.9
Attachment H.9.a.
DRAFT RESOLUTION:
APPROVAL OF THE FY 2016 UNIFIED PLANNING
WORK PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, Inc. (NJTPA)
has been designated by the Governor of New Jersey as the Metropolitan Planning
Organization (MPO) for the northern New Jersey region; and
WHEREAS, the NJTPA, pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 104 (f) et. seq. and 49 U.S.C.
1607 et. seq., is responsible for the development of the Unified Planning Work Program
(UPWP) to guide the transportation planning process in northern New Jersey; and
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2016 UPWP (July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016)
describes all urban transportation and transportation related planning activities to be
undertaken by the NJTPA Central Staff, New Jersey Department of Transportation, NJ
TRANSIT, NJTPA subregions, Transportation Management Associations, and other
planning agencies in the region; and
WHEREAS, the FY 2016 UPWP is fully consistent with the U.S. Department of
Transportation Metropolitan Planning Regulations (23 CFR part 450) which became
effective February 14, 2007, as well as the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st
Century Act (P.L. 112-141) (MAP-21); and
WHEREAS, any FY 2016 Compensation Plan and salary parameters will be
subject to the NJTPA Executive Committee approval and New Jersey Institute of
Technology confirmation; and
WHEREAS, no action authorized by the NJTPA shall have force or effect until
ten (10) days, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays excepted, after a copy of the
minutes of the meeting of the Board of Trustees has been delivered to the Governor for
review, unless prior to expiration of the review period the Governor shall approve same,
in which case the action shall become effective upon such approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the North Jersey
Transportation Planning Authority hereby approves the FY 2016 Unified Planning Work
Program for the region.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution is forwarded to
the New Jersey Department of Transportation for submission to the Federal Highway
Administration and the Federal Transit Administration.
Attachment H.9.b.
Summary of Action
Approval of the FY 2016 Unified Planning Work Program
Action: Approval of the FY 2016 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).
Background: The UPWP describes all metropolitan transportation and transportation-related
planning activities to be undertaken by NJTPA Central Staff, subregions, member agencies
and the Transportation Management Associations (TMAs) during FY 2016, from July 1, 2015
to June 30, 2016. This document has been developed with the direct input of the federal
funding agencies, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT), the NJTPA Board
of Trustees, Alternates and members of the Regional Transportation Advisory Committee
(RTAC).
Pursuant to federal planning regulations, the NJTPA is required to develop an annual UPWP.
The FY 2016 UPWP is guided by the planning requirements in the Moving Ahead for
Progress in the 21st Century Act (P.L. 112-141) (MAP-21), Plan 2040, the NJTPA’s Regional
Transportation Plan adopted in September 2013, and the Strategic Business Plan adopted by
the Board in November 2010. The FY 2016 UPWP continues to incorporate work tasks that
reflect current planning priorities of the U.S. Department of Transportation and NJDOT. The
UPWP also incorporates the federally funded work programs for the eight TMAs in New
Jersey.
The initial FY 2016 UPWP draft was issued in December 2014 for review. Comments
received from members of the Board, subregional partners, federal sponsors, and NJDOT
have been reviewed and incorporated into the work program where appropriate. A summary
of the comments received, with the Central Staff’s responses, and revisions made to the FY
2016 UPWP since the December 2014 draft, is attached for reference, along with a copy of
the proposed FY 2016 Budget.
For informational purposes, also included with the work program is Volume VI - Other
Regional Transportation Planning Initiatives. This volume includes a description of other
transportation and transportation-related planning work elements or activities that are not
funded by the NJTPA and are not included in the other volumes of the FY 2016 UPWP.
Electronic copies of the proposed FY 2016 UPWP are available on the NJTPA website at:
http://www.njtpa.org/Planning/UPWP.aspx. Pending Board approval and federal
authorization of the FY 2016 UPWP, final copies of the UPWP will be posted on the
NJTPA’s website for access by the NJTPA Board Members, Alternates, RTAC and general
public. Digital format copies on CDs or hard copies of the final UPWP will be made
available upon request.
Justification for Action: NJTPA Board approval of the UPWP is necessary to ensure federal
funding and for staff activities to be conducted in the upcoming fiscal year.
Staff Recommendation: Central Staff recommends approval of the FY 2016 UPWP.
Attachment H.9.c. - Revised
NJTPA FY 2016
Unified Planning Work Program Budget
EXPENDITURES
NEW PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
CENTRAL STAFF PROGRAM ACTIVITIES, Volume I
1
SALARIES
Full-Time
Hourly
FRINGE BENEFITS
Full-Time
Hourly
$
$
Subtotal Salaries $
4,418,252
649,626
5,067,877
$
$
Subtotal Fringe Benefits $
2,134,016
57,817
2,191,832
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Subtotal Direct Expenses $
130,000
60,000
100,000
20,000
5,000
100,000
205,000
730,000
45,000
20,000
20,000
45,000
160,000
1,640,000
$
$
$
Subtotal Equipment $
30,000
600,000
60,000
690,000
$
$
Subtotal Volume I Contractual - New $
3,930,000
5,400,000
9,330,000
$
3,022,199
$
21,941,908
2
DIRECT EXPENSES
Supplies (Office, Computers, Software)
Travel & Registrations
Printing & Freelance (General and in Transition (2 issues))
Postage
Subscriptions
Telephone/Internet
Computer Hardware/Software/Data Maintenance and Licenses
Leasing - Facility
Leasing - Copiers
Advertisements - Legal Notices and Recruitment
Equipment Repairs and Maintenance
Memberships
Other 4
EQUIPMENT
Central Staff Hardware and Specialized Software
4
Office Equipment\Vehicles
Subregional Support - Technology Library
VOLUME I CONTRACTUAL - NEW
Subtotal Contractual - New, Central Staff 4
Subtotal Contractual - New, Subregional Support
SUBTOTAL: INDIRECT COSTS
3
SUBTOTAL: CENTRAL STAFF PROGRAM ACTIVITIES, Volume I
NJTPA FY 2016
PASS-THROUGH PROGRAMS
Subregional Transportation Planning Program, Volume II
FY 2016 - FY 2017 Subregional Studies Program, Volume III
TMA Program, Volume IV
$
$
$
2,283,875
1,425,000
5,944,940
$
9,653,815
SUBTOTAL: NEW PROGRAM ACTIVITIES $
31,595,723
SUBTOTAL: PASS-THROUGH PROGRAMS
CONTRACTUAL PROJECTS CONTINUING FROM THE FY 2015 UPWP
4
Subtotal Contractual - Continuing Projects, Central Staff
$
Subtotal Contractual - Continuing Projects, Subregional Support
$
Subtotal Volume I Contractual - Continuing Projects $
FY 2015 - FY 2016 Subregional Studies Program, Volume III
TMA Program, Volume IV (Supplemental Environmental & Safety Activities)
9,332,605
5,615,037
14,947,642
$
$
1,267,500
240,000
SUBTOTAL: CONTINUING PROJECTS $
16,455,142
TOTAL: FY 2016 UPWP EXPENDITURES, NEW & CONTINUING PROGRAM ACTIVITIES $
48,050,865
Notes:
(1) Salaries budget includes 55 full time NJTPA employees, and part time employees and/or interns for central and subregional staff support. Part Time
staff time budgeted are counted as .65 FTE. Full Time Salaries budget assumes 2 new full time employees. The Salaries budget for full time staff also
assumes a merit based pool of 3.5% for existing union contract employees and a merit pool of 2.0% for existing non-aligned employees.
(2) Fringe Benefits budget assumes U.S. DH&HS approved FY15 fringe benefit rates; actual FY16 rates subject to audit.
(3) Central Staff Salaries and Fringe Benefits for Tasks 16/101, 16/701 & 16/702, and the NJIT Administrative Support Services are applied to Indirect
Costs. Provisional Indirect Costs budget assumes the FY13 audited Indirect Cost rate of 42%, which is multiplied by the projected direct salaries and
fringe benefit costs to calculate the provisional Indirect Costs budget; actual FY16 Indirect Costs are subject to audit.
(4) The budgets for Direct Expenses-Other, Office Equipment and Volume I Contractual include estimated costs for the office renovations. The total
estimated budget for the office renovations is $2.3 M. Actual costs will be partially reimbursed by Landlord. Per the terms of the lease agreement,
Landlord shall provide a cash contribution of up to $933,100 for tenant improvement costs associated with the renovation work. Direct Expenses-Other
include anticipated costs for telephone/data wiring, security, audio Visual systems, signage, and move.
NJTPA FY 2016
REVENUES
REVENUES - NEW FY 2016 FUNDING AUTHORIZATIONS
5
FHWA PL Funds, new funding appropriations (FFY15 STIP DB# X30A)
FHWA Flexed FTA Section 5303 Planning Funds (FFY14 & FFY15 STIP DB# X30A)
FHWA Surface Transportation Program Funds (STP-NJ, FFY15 STIP DB# X30A)
FHWA STP-NJ Funds for TMA Program (FFY15 STIP DB# X30A & 11383)
FHWA STP-STU Funds for TMA Program (DVRPC STP TMA Funds, FFY15 STIP DB# 11383)
FHWA Congestion Mitigation & Air Quality (CMAQ) Funds (FFY15 STIP DB# X065)
FHWA Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Funds (FFY15 STIP DB# 043140)
Local Match - Subregional Transportation Planning Program
Local Match - Subregional Studies Program (FY16-FY17 SSP)
Reprogrammed FHWA PL Funds (old funds released from closed task orders)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
8,780,000
2,691,000
6,960,000
4,195,000
1,749,940
250,000
1,500,000
456,775
285,000
4,728,008
SUBTOTAL: NEW FY 2016 UPWP REVENUES $
31,595,723
REVENUES - FUNDING AUTHORIZED IN PRIOR FISCAL YEARS FOR CONTINUING PROJECTS
Task Order PL-NJ-15-01 FHWA PL, Flexed FTA, STP-NJ, CMAQ & HSIP funds
Task Order PL-NJ-15-02 FHWA HSIP funds
Task Order PL-NJ-14-10 FHWA PL, Flexed FTA, STP-NJ, CMAQ & HSIP funds
Task Order PL-NJ-13-01 FHWA PL, STP-NJ & CMAQ funds 8
Task Order PL-NJ-12-01 FHWA PL & STP-NJ funds 8
Local Match - Subregional Studies Program (FY15-FY16 SSP)
6
$
$
$
$
$
$
10,369,000
500,000
4,162,097
548,500
622,045
253,500
SUBTOTAL: CONTINUING PROJECT REVENUES $
16,455,142
TOTAL: FY 2016 UPWP REVENUES, NEW & CONTINUING PROGRAM ACTIVITIES $
48,050,865
7
Notes (cont.):
(5) New funding to be authorized for the FY16 program assumes FFY15 FHWA PL, FTA flexed funds, STP-NJ, STP-STU, CMAQ and HSIP funds
(STIP DB Nos. X30A, 11383, X065 & 043140); and reprogrammed FHWA PL funds to be released from prior FY task order authorizations (PL-NJ-1201, PL-NJ-13-01 and PL-NJ-14-10).
(6) Prior FY task order budgets reflect FY14 year-end budget balance amounts for Contractual Projects continuing into FY16 from the FY15 UPWP (Vol.
I and III); actual balances at end of FY15 will carry into and be available in FY16 for continuing activities.
(7) Requesting 1-year no cost extension for Task Order PL-NJ-14-10 for active Volume I Contractual/Consultant efforts continuing into FY16.
(8) Task Orders PL-NJ-12-01 and PL-NJ-13-01 will be closed at the end of FY15; the remaining contract obligations on active contracts continuing into
FY16 will be funded in FY16 using available balances of FHWA PL and STP-NJ funds in Task Order PL-NJ-14-10.
NJTPA UPWP Budget Comparison
FY 2015 Total
Program Budget
FY 2016 Program % Change
Budget
$
4,173,513
Sub-total Salaries for Full-Time Staff
$
4,173,513
$
$
$
4,287,752
130,500
4,418,252
Hourly - Existing Budget for Part Time Staff
Hourly - Additional Budget for New Part Time Staff Needs in FY 2016
Sub-total Salaries for Hourly Part-Time Staff
$
$
$
376,080
376,080
$
$
$
Sub-total Salaries
$
4,549,593
$
$
Sub-total Fringe Benefits $
SALARIES 1
Full-Time Staff - Existing Full-Time Positions
Additional Salaries for 2 New Full-Time Staff Positions in FY 2016
FY16 Office
Renvoations
Budget
$
$
$
4,287,752
130,500
4,418,252
376,080
273,546
649,626
$
$
$
376,080
273,546
649,626
$
5,067,877
$
5,067,877
2,015,807
33,471
2,049,278
$
$
$
2,134,016
57,817
2,191,832
7.0%
$
$
$
2,134,016
57,817
2,191,832
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Sub-total Direct Expenses $
130,000
55,000
100,000
20,000
5,000
100,000
216,000
700,000
40,000
25,000
25,000
50,000
12,000
1,478,000
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
130,000
60,000
100,000
20,000
5,000
100,000
205,000
730,000
45,000
20,000
20,000
45,000
10,000
1,490,000
$
0.8% $
150,000
150,000
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
130,000
60,000
100,000
20,000
5,000
100,000
205,000
730,000
45,000
20,000
20,000
45,000
160,000
1,640,000
$
$
$
Sub-total Equipment $
130,000
120,000
60,000
310,000
$
$
$
$
30,000
50,000
60,000
140,000
$
550,000
-54.8% $
550,000
$
$
$
$
30,000
600,000
60,000
690,000
$
8,455,000
$
9,130,000
8.0% $
200,000
$
9,330,000
$
2,616,641
$
3,022,199
$
3,022,199
Total Volume I $
19,458,512
$
21,041,909
8.1% $
900,000
$
21,941,909
STP PROGRAM, Volume II
$
SUBREGIONAL STUDIES PROGRAM, Volume III
$
TMA PROGRAM, Volume IV
$
Total - New Central Staff Activities & Pass-Through Programs $
1,721,375
1,267,500
5,704,940
28,152,327
$
$
$
$
2,283,875
1,425,000
5,944,940
30,695,724
32.7%
12.4%
4.2%
9.0% $
900,000
$
$
$
$
2,283,875
1,425,000
5,944,940
31,595,724
15,733,949
1,040,000
13,547,642
1,267,500
240,000
15,055,142
$
1,400,000
-10.2% $
1,400,000
$
$
$
$
14,947,642
1,267,500
240,000
16,455,142
1.8% $
2,300,000
$
48,050,866
FRINGE BENEFITS 2
Full-Time (FY15 48.3%)
Hourly (FY15 8.9%)
DIRECT EXPENSES
Supplies (Office, Computers, Software)
Travel & Registrations
Printing & Freelance (General and in Transition (2 issues))
Postage
Subscriptions
Telephone/Internet
Computer Hardware/Software/Data Maintenance and Licenses
Leasing - Facility
Leasing - Copiers
Advertisements - Legal Notices and Recruitment
Equipment Repairs and Maintenance
Memberships
Other
EQUIPMENT 5
Central Staff Hardware and Specialized Software
Office Equipment\Vehicles
Subregional Support Technology Library
VOLUME I CONTRACTUAL - New
INDIRECT COSTS
3
CONTINUING CONTRACTUAL PROGRAM ACTIVITIES (Funding Authorized in Prior Fiscal Years)
VOLUME I: CONTRACTUAL
$
SUBREGIONAL STUDIES PROGRAM, Volume III
$
TMA PROGRAM, Volume IV
Total - Continuing Contractual Program Activities $
16,773,949
$
$
$
$
TOTAL - NEW & CONTINUING PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
$
44,926,275
$
45,750,866
$
1,400,000
Total - Office Renovations $
1,400,000
$
$
$
$
1,600,000
150,000
550,000
2,300,000
$
46,326,275
$
48,050,866
2.7%
FY16 Budget
w/Office
Renovations
15.5%
4
OFFICE RENOVATIONS
Construction & Professional Fees
Direct Expenses
Furniture & Equipment
TOTAL - PROGRAM ACTIVITIES & OFFICE RENOVATIONS
3.7%
Notes:
1. FY16 Full Time Salaries budget assumes the Direct Salaries of 53 existing and 2 new full time employee. Indirect Salaries for administrative tasks are included in Indirect Costs. The Salaries
budget for full time staff assume a merit based pool of 3.5% for existing union contract employees and a merit pool of 2.0% for existing non-aligned employees.
2. FY16 Budget assumes approved FY15 fringe benefit rates, actual FY16 rates are subject to audit.
3. Provisional budget for Indirect Costs; FY16 budget assumes FY13 audited rate of 42%, which is multiplied by the projected direct salaries and fringe benefit costs to calculate the provisional
Indirect Costs budget.
4. The total budget for the Office Renovations is to be $2.3 M. Actual costs will be partially reimbursed by Landlord. Per the terms of the lease agreement, Landlord shall provide a cash
contribution of up to $933,100 for tenant improvement costs associated with the renovation work. Direct expenses include anticipated costs for telephone/data wiring, security, audio Visual
systems, signage, and move.
5. The estimated budget for Equipment for FY 2016 is estimated to be less than in the prior years due to the planned office renovations, which also include a budget for equipment and is noted
separately below.
FY 2016 UPWP
COMMENTS, RESPONSES AND REVISIONS
TO THE DECEMBER 2014 DRAFT
BUDGET
Comments
Responses/Revisions
NJDOT commends NJTPA on providing a detailed budget. This is a
model that should be shared with the other two New Jersey MPOs.
Budget Book: Out of NJTPA’s $48.2 million budget for FY 2016,
$16.5 million (34.2%) is proposed carry-over from revenues
authorized in previous UPWPs. NJTPA should strive to develop more
accurate work schedules, scopes and budgets that can be adhered to in
a timely manner. NJTPA should strive to reduce the amount of carryover work activities as well as requests for carry-over of funds. In the
future, it may become more difficult to extend work end dates unless
there is a significant change in scope or other extenuating
circumstance.
There are also numerous central staff work activities in this FY 2016
UPWP that have been included year after year in previous UPWPs but
have never commenced. (e.g., Rt. 9 Corridor Study, Inventory and
Assessment of Waterborne Transportation Resources, Bus Transit
Signal Priority, Parking Assessment and Planning, Transportation
Funding Alternatives). NJTPA should not be requesting FY16 funding
for efforts that have been funded in previous years.
* Amended 2/17/15
The budgets noted in the draft FY 2016 budget reflect the current funding
authorizations’ balances as of the beginning of FY 2015 for current
contractual/consultant efforts anticipated to be continuing into FY 2016.
Consultant supported planning efforts typically take 18 to 24 months to
complete from the time they are initiated and usually are completed over a
three-year funding period. On occasion there are exceptions, which due to
the complexity of the project or extenuating circumstances, require more
time for completion. This may require project scopes to be adjusted and/or
schedules to be delayed. The statuses of these consultant supported
projects are reported in both the quarterly and annual UPWP reports. The
NJTPA will endeavor to maintain the schedule of these contractual efforts
as planned and to ensure their statuses are reported in a clear and
transparent manner.
The example projects noted, which were initiated and funded in prior
years, are anticipated to continue into FY 2016 and to be completed by FY
2017. No additional funding is being requested to be authorized for these
continuing projects as part of the FY 2016 program. Additional FY 2016
funds, however, may be requested to supplement funds requested and
available from past fiscal year authorizations (e.g. for the Task 16/204
Performance Measures Applications and Data Collection effort an
additional $150,000 is being requested to be authorized in the FY 2016
program to supplement the $100,000 authorized in FY 2015, in order to
cover costs anticipated with the project’s current scope of work). Detailed
information on the FY 2016 UPWP’s estimated budget by task activity and
funding assumptions by resource are included on pages 10 to 13 of the
Budget Book. Revenue assumptions for new FY 2016 funding
authorizations are detailed by funding type and STIP database number.
Revenue resources authorized in prior fiscal years are detailed by NJDOT
task order, STIP database number and federal agreement number.
Budget Book, page 17: Ensure that the two new full-time staff are
included in the fringe benefits.
The FY 2016 budget for fringe benefit costs includes the anticipated costs
for the 53 existing full time employees and 2 new full time employees, as
well as the costs anticipated for part time hourly employees.
Revision:
The tables and notes in the Budget Book were modified to provide further
clarification to the budget assumptions based on various comments and
questions raised. More specifically, notes were added to the budget
summary page and the budget comparison table was modified to more
clearly present the budget assumed for the office renovations to be
completed in FY 2015 and FY 2016. Presentation of the salary budget on
the comparison sheet was also modified to clearly show the additional full
time and part time staff assumed for FY 2016 to cover new program needs
anticipated to address the new federal regulations for the administration of
federal-aid grants and agreements. The revenue notes and tables were also
modified to clarify funding assumptions for multi-year
contractual/consultant efforts.
The budget’s projected salaries for full time staff was also reduced, by
assuming a merit based pool of 2.0% for existing non-aligned employees
instead of the 3.5% originally proposed. *
* Amended 2/17/15
2
VOLUME I – CENTRAL STAFF ACTIVITIES
Section
Comments
Responses/Revisions
16/102 Interagency
Planning Collaboration
Volume I, page 26 - Pilot Shared Transportation Services
Mobile Application Data Support: The description very
useful services that mirror what is in place for NJ Transit
and other large public transit agencies that would seem to
be very familiar to potential users. The scope seems to
emphasize the public and private transit services that can
be combined with existing services. Could you please
verify the intent of the project and what other types of
information could be included such as first and last mile
connections to employers or services.
The intention of the project is to develop a workflow for
sharing digital transit information (public, private or nonprofit) that can be shared via a general transit feed
specification (GTFS) that can be used in established
mobile applications. These applications provide
commuters with choices to decide trip modes by providing
information on bike/pedestrian, shuttle, bus, light rail,
commuter rail and on demand service regardless of
owner/operator of service.
16/102 Interagency
Volume I, page 27 – Professional GIS On-Site Services
Support: There have been numerous investments into the
EGIS infrastructure and training over the course of the last
few years. A partnership with the NJ Office of Information
Technology may be a good way to support the capacity of
statewide GIS application development and ensure
continuity with new initiatives.
We currently do have a partnership with the NJ Office of
Information Technology and will continue to consult as
appropriate on joint initiatives.
16/102 Interagency
Volume I, page 28 - The Connected Corridor
Advancement: Continuing support of the NJ ITS
Architecture is a critical investment in building the most
efficient system with the resources already in place. The
County fully supports this initiative and offers any support
in building policy recommendations or architecture
updates. The County recommends coordinating this work
with hazard mitigation/resiliency planning that may come
out of the Passaic River Basin Study.
Noted.
16/102 Interagency
Volume I, page 29 - Archived Operations Data Exchange:
Coordinating with the State Office of Information
Technology may provide a cost savings and economy of
scale for all NJ agencies analyzing this type of data.
Agreed. The NJTPA is aware of benefits of collaborating
the NJOIT.
* Amended 2/17/15
3
16/102 Interagency
Volume I, page 30 - NJ Traveler Information Guide:
Would the NJ Travel Information Guide also include
planning for special events and/or tourism destinations in
the state and region that are accessible from the highway
system?
The information made available will be determined as the
scope is further refined.
16/202 Regional
Congestion Management
Process Study
Volume I, page 44 - Assessment of System Connectivity in
Northern New Jersey including Partial Interchanges:
Creating more efficient multi-modal connectivity is
imperative in creating more efficient use of the existing
transportation system in Northern New Jersey. Passaic
County supports this measure and recommends the study
focus on areas that have undergone or are slated to undergo
major development, with specific emphasis on major urban
centers (such as investment at St. Joseph’s Regional
Medical Center in Paterson) or public transit hubs.
We appreciate the support for this study and will take into
account the types of areas noted. The study is expected to
place emphasis on communities of concern (frequently
located in major urban centers with transit hubs) and on
priority growth areas (suitable for major redevelopment).
We also look forward to input regarding the selection of
origin-destination pairs from RTAC members on the
study’s Technical Advisory Committee (TAC).
16/204 Performance
Measures Analysis, Data
and Reporting
Volume I, page 59 - Regional Capital Investment Strategy
Update: As continued guidance is provided on how to
create performance measures that best suit Northern New
Jersey, it will be important to involve counties regarding
how county roadways under the National Highway System
are included in this type of analysis and potentially
impacted (if at all) by performance measures in the future.
Groups such as the New Jersey Association of County
Engineers, New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC),
and County Planners Association will be key stakeholders
in this process.
The NJTPA continues to monitor the progress that FHWA
is making on establishing performance measures as part of
MAP-21 implementation. Because many of the
performance measures relate to the entire National
Highway System, which includes county-owned facilities,
we will certainly involve the counties in updating the
regional capital investment strategy. We intend to have a
Technical Advisory Committee comprised of various
stakeholders, and will reach out to the groups that are
suggested.
16/205 Travel Demand
and Socioeconomic
Modeling and
Forecasting
Volume I, page 64 - Small Area Land Use Transportation
Analysis: The Small Area Land Use Analysis is fully
supported by Passaic County as it will potentially help
analyze the impact of major developments slated
throughout the County and how multi-modal investments
can help reach air quality goals and mitigate congestion on
an already taxed circulation system. We look forward to
working with Central Staff on this initiative.
We appreciate the support of this project and certainly
welcome participation in the project’s Technical Advisory
Committee. We are currently working on incorporating
methods for estimating changes in travel mode use based
on different land use development patterns.
* Amended 2/17/15
4
16/301 Regional
Transportation Plan
Volume I, page 71 - Transportation Funding Alternatives:
NJDOT is encouraged to see that NJTPA will continue to
explore innovative financing options for transportation
investment via the Transportation Funding Alternatives
project. Please clarify if the work noted in the
Transportation Funding Alternatives was completed in FY
2014 or will be completed in FY 2015. If this is not the
case, please explain why additional funding is anticipated
in FY 2016.
The Transportation Funding Alternatives consultant effort
is being initiated in FY 2015 and will be completed in FY
2016. The funding shown in the FY 2016 budget for the
consultant activity was authorized in FY 2015 and is
currently available through the end of FY 2016. No
additional funding is being requested in FY 2016 for the
consultant support.
16/301 Regional
Transportation Plan
Volume I, page 71 - Transportation Funding Alternatives:
One specific funding alternative that could be studied is
constructing new bus maintenance facilities through
public-private partnerships. This type of initiative may
provide new facilities built to suite by a private entity that
would have a long-term tenant and save the large capital
investment while existing facilities and land can be used
for new priorities. This would move towards a more
sustainable capital investment and maintenance strategy
while having a positive local impact on net tax returns.
The focus of the Transportation Funding Alternatives
effort is to identify funding mechanisms to enhance
Transportation Trust Fund (TTF) revenues, and to estimate
potential revenues to be generated by each mechanism.
The study will result in a short list of the most viable
options based on suitability to the state’s regulatory
context and potential annual revenue generation. The
scope of work will include outreach to RTAC for ideas on
potential funding mechanisms to consider for evaluation.
The specific strategy involving bus maintenance facilities
is duly noted.
16/302 Corridor Studies
and Project Planning
Volume I, page 76 - Morris Canal Greenway Feasibility
Study: The County strongly supports this study and the
work of the NJTPA Morris Canal Working Group. The
County will fully coordinate all priorities and investments
implemented through our own Feasibility Study as the
study progresses.
Passaic County’s support for this activity is duly noted and
appreciated.
Volume I, page 77 - Assessment of Bicycle and Pedestrian
Accessibility at Selected Train Stations: Passaic County
would welcome the opportunity to be included in this study
and apply investments and guidelines being utilized
through the Passaic County Complete Streets Program.
Passaic County’s interest in participation in this activity is
duly noted and appreciated. RTAC participation will be
sought for a study Technical Advisory Committee.
* Amended 2/17/15
5
Volume I, page 82 - Bus Transit Signal Priority:
Optimizing the existing infrastructure and signal systems is
in-line with the fix-it-first priorities in the state and
particularly suited to urban corridors heavily dependent on
bus service. Passaic County has created the modeling
infrastructure to analyze the Main Street/Avenue corridor
in the Cities of Paterson, Passaic and Clifton needed to
implement such a system. An update to this model may be
an efficient use of funds through this study that could
further the County’s goal of implementing an Adaptive
Signal Control System along the corridor.
This study will be conducted in collaboration with NJ
TRANSIT. Candidate pilot corridors for optimization will
seek to advance the findings of previous bus transit
studies. It is expected that the findings and analysis will be
useful across the region for subregions looking to
implement signal coordination that will benefit bus transit.
16/303 Safety Planning
Volume I, page 88 - Pedestrian Safety Education
Campaign Phase II: As the selection process moves
forward for this program Passaic County would like to
emphasize communities that are transit dependent along
with the crash statistics and analytical methods of
determining where best to start these very impactful safety
campaigns.
The Pedestrian Safety Education Campaign Phase II will
include a broad range of additional communities for the
safety campaign, and will continue to work with the initial
pilot communities which include Newark and Jersey City,
both of which have transit dependent populations.
16/303 Safety Planning
Volume I, page 91 - Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design Pilot: We commend the goals of
the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
Pilot, which will identify locations where high crash rates
and crime overlap and provide educational workshops.
Please provide more information on the transportation
connections to this effort.
The street level focus of Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design (CPTED) is inherently geared
towards both traffic safety and the pedestrian experience,
including access to transit. The CPTED approach includes
identifying a wide range of physical transportation
treatments that contribute to reducing opportunities for
criminal activity and improving neighborhood image for
residents as well as pedestrians, bicyclists and visitors.
Potential strategies include achieving and maintaining
proper levels of street lighting, sidewalk repair, traffic
calming, road diets, intersection design, sightline
clearance, and signage – all of which have positive
impacts on transportation and send signals of stewardship
to deter criminal activity.
* Amended 2/17/15
6
16/305 Mobility
Program
Revision:
The description for the TMA Program has been amended
to include the following text:
“Supplemental funding was first made available to the
TMAs in FY 2015 to provide additional services and
participation in the Environmental and Safety goal areas
and is included in TMA budget for FY 2016. This
supplemental funding provides for new and expanded
environmental and safety activities beyond those to be
undertaken under the encouraged Core program goal area
activities.”
16/305 Mobility
Program
Revision:
The “TMA Annual Report” consultant activity has been
deleted and the “TMA Support” consultant activity has
been added. Thisconsultantactivityiscomprisedofthe
continuationoftheNJStatewideWeb‐BasedRideshare
MatchingSystemeffort,whichwasinitiatedinFY
2013.Thefocusofthiseffortistodevelopand
implementamodernridematchingsystemforuseby
theTMAsinimplementingthestatewideridematching
program.
A guidebook for advancing infrastructure for a range of
alternative fuels is included in the scope for this effort.
16/307 Environment
and Climate Change
Planning
Volume I, page 114 - Interagency Collaboration and
Coordinating on Alternative Fuels: The County would
recommend the consideration of Natural Gas fueling
stations to accompany the research being done on electric
vehicles and charging stations.
16/307 Environment
and Climate Change
Planning
The county’s continued support for this study is
Volume I, page 115 - Climate Resilience and Adaptation
appreciated.
Plan for the Passaic River Basin: Passaic County would
like to express its complete support of this continuing effort
to analyze the impacts of climate change to one of the most
highly impacted areas of New Jersey as it recovers from
both Hurricane Irene and Superstorm Sandy.
* Amended 2/17/15
7
16/308 Livable
Communities Planning
Volume I, page 124, Regional CEDS Implementation Plan:
NJTPA should identify transportation planning work to
take place as part of this consultant-led task. In past years,
HUD funding was utilized to allow NJTPA central staff to
work on CEDS activities. NJTPA central staff is not to
expend time and effort on CEDS activities unless such
work involves a transportation related function(s) and/or
permission is granted from FHWA.
The Regional CEDS recognizes the importance of
promoting the FHWA emphasis area “Ladders of
Opportunity” for disadvantaged workers and communities
as an economic development strategy. This
implementation plan will advance strategies to provide
safe and convenient walking and biking options as well as
connections to existing transit services. The NJTPA
proposes that CEDS activities are directly related to
transportation functions, specifically those referring to
accessibility and mobility. These activities are detailed in
the CEDS document and will be further explained upon
FHWA request.
16/308 Livable
Volume I, page 124 - Regional CEDS Implementation
Plan: Identified actions in the CEDS supported by this
effort should mainly focus on transportation related
investment that further economic goals and initiatives.
The Regional CEDS action plan includes a category of
actions to build on existing infrastructure, including
transportation infrastructure, to support economic
development throughout the document. Specifically, note
the connections detailed in Focus Area 3: Build on the
Region’s Infrastructure Assets.
16/308 Livable
Volume I, page 126 - Regional Land Use Resource Pilot:
Please provide a more detailed explanation on how the
consultant work under the Regional Land Use Resource
Pilot will be connected to multi-modal transportation along
the Hudson Bergen Light Rail.
This pilot effort will catalogue the land use, more
specifically real estate market demand, along the Hudson
Bergen Light Rail. Parcels will be examined and
documented for development potential. The methodology
used to document this information will be evaluated for
region wide applicability. The result will be a standardized
database and GIS application for region wide use.
16/602 Committee
Support
Volume I, page 179 – Strategic Business Plan Update:
NJDOT is looking forward to working with NJTPA and
others on the Strategic Business Plan Update. This fiveyear plan will be an important tool in helping NJTPA map
out future regional and subregional efforts, finances,
staffing and overall direction for NJTPA.
The NJDOT’s support and input on the update to the
NJTPA’s Strategic Business Plan is appreciated.
* Amended 2/17/15
8
16/701 Office
Administration
* Amended 2/17/15
Volume I, page 187: NJDOT looks forward to continuing
to work with you, FHWA, FTA and the subregions to
ensure that the NJTPA's work program is in compliance
with the federal OMB’s guidance for administration of
grants and agreements, including procurement, cost
principles and audit requirements, as stipulated in 2 CFR
Section 200.
9
The NJDOT’s support and guidance on ensuring
compliance with the new federal regulations is
appreciated. NJTPA central staff will continue to work
with NJDOT, FHWA and FTA in evaluating and updating
its guidelines and processes as appropriate, and to provide
training opportunities to its staff and subrecipients on the
current federal grant management and administration
requirements.
GENERAL
Comments
Responses/Revisions
The NJTPA UPWP is so voluminous it fully takes up two large binders.
We suggest that NJTPA strive to pare down the document as much as
possible. If possible, use more concise language, cut down lengthy task
descriptions, and print on both sides of the paper.
Over the past few years NJTPA has made and will continue its efforts to
streamline its annual and quarterly reports, while still providing
sufficient information needed to adequately describe it various program
activities. All reports are now distributed electronically and hard copies
are only made upon request. Hard copies, if and when requested, are
printed double sided.
NJDOT commends NJTPA on thoroughly integrating the three FHWA
emphasis areas into the work program.
NJDOT commends NJTPA on referencing the new federal OMB circular
(2 CFR Section 200) in the UPWP.
NJTPA is encouraged to continue to explore grant and other nongovernmental funding sources to carry out and implement projects in
this and future work programs.
* Amended 2/17/15
10
As guided by the NJTPA’s Strategic Business Plan, central staff has
been seeking additional funding sources and will continue to pursue
grant opportunities from public and private sources to support its UPWP
activities. Over the past few years the work program’s traditional
funding resources have been supplemental with FHWA Highway Safety
Improvement Program (HSIP) funds, FHWA Surface Transportation
Research Development and Deployment (STRDD) funds, and U.S.
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds. This year’s work
program continues to assume FHWA Highway Safety Improvement
Program (HSIP) funds to support the FY 2016 Local Preliminary
Engineering Assistance Program for the Local Safety and High Risk
Rural Road Programs.

NJTPA Transportation Improvement Program Fiscal Years 2014

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