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G2. State: |
Missouri
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G3. Multiple agencies / jurisdictions?
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No
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G4 Project contact: |
Michael Park, City Traffic Engineer
City of Lees Summit
michael.park@cityofls.net
816-969-1800
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G5 Purpose and need:
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This project will realign the north T intersection of Persels Road at Ward to meet with the T intersection 175 ft to the south. The Rock Island trail currently crosses at the north intersection. Realignment will allow a safer trail crossing to the south. There has been an increase in crash rates at this intersection over the last few years as development in SW Lees Summit continues and the traffic volumes increase. The impact of school redistricting boundaries has also increased traffic at this intersection. There are also more bike-ped crossings since the Rock Island Trail opening in 2019. The increase in traffic, non-motorized use, development, crash experience & delay have generated more public concern and request for intersection improvements. The City has also received request for improvement from the School District. Prior to Jackson County assuming oversight of the railroad corridor from Union Pacific, the City could not realign the intersection due to UP restrictions.
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G6. Origin and ending
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Route:
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Length (Miles):
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Ward Road
Persels
Persels
0.50000
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G7 Functional Classification:
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Minor Arterial
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G8 Connected KC 2050 Decade?
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2020
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G9 Muli-Agency Plan?
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No
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G10 Included in a CIP?
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Yes
The Project is programmed in the City of Lees Summit 2021-2025 CIP. The project is currently in conceptual design, most (if not all) of the permanent right of way has been acquired, and only temporary easements are anticipated. Construction for this segment is scheduled for spring of 2024. The project is included in the City Comprehensive Plan as part of the adopted Thoroughfare Master Plan. The funding for this project was approved by a ½ cent sales tax measure in April 2017. The accumulation of the project funds began in April 2018 and the City Capital Improvement Plan 2021-2025 has been adopted.
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G11 Planning stage:
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Conceptual Plan
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G12 Reviewed by state DOT?
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No
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G13 Right-of-Way acquisition: |
All acquired or none needed
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G14 ROW by local public agency process manual?
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Yes
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G15 Other unique local goals and objectives?
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Yes
In addition to the goals noted in Connected KC 2050 for this project, the project supports the City Strategic Plan transportation goals. It also addresses the Citys Complete Streets Policy, Thoroughfare Master Plan, Greenway Master Plan and Bicycle Transportation Plan.
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G16 Transportation Disadvantaged Population:
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This project will have a positive impact on transportation options for disadvantaged populations through safer access to non-motorized transportation alternatives on the Rock Island Trail and the local trail network. The project provides direct access from nearby neighborhoods to Pleasant Lee Middle school and Elementary School. Neighborhood residents that have limited means of motorized travel can more safely access paths & sidewalks to work, school, & cultural amenities. The project will also provide access to existing activity centers and trail networks.
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G17 Relevant Public Engagement:
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The project was generated based on thoroughfare planning and public initiative. Its scope of work has been recently discussed in public at City Council meetings, Planning Commission meetings, and at Citizen Advisory Board meetings. It was further discussed in public hearings associated with the Thoroughfare Master Plan update and amendment. The project was then discussed with the elected officials and citizens in association with a sales tax ballot measure throughout 2016 and 2017. The election measure had conceptual plan discussion with residents and various community organizations (e.g. Chamber, EDC, School District, Clubs, Etc.) as part of a large community education campaign for the project tax vote. Lastly, the project has been reviewed by the public during planning of the City’s current CIP. These discussions garnered overwhelming public support and approval of project funds.
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G18 Planned Public Engagement:
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Public engagement for project delivery will occur through additional public meetings, individual stakeholder meetings, website, social media, and other electronic media surveys and releases. Public outreach for disadvantaged populations is typically provided through direct/coordinated personal contacts, on-site organized gatherings, and town hall style neighborhood meetings. Due to COVID concerns, there will be public engagement offered through social media outreach (e.g. City’s Facebook and Twitter feeds) and on-line public meetings. Others that would likely engage the project during the design process include Jackson County and the School District.
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G19 Sustainable Places Criteria:
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----Active Transportation/Living-----------
Complete Street Design---Connected Street Network---Context Appropriate Streets-------
----Green Infrastructure-------Integrated Trail System---
----Natural Resources Protection-------Pedestrian-Oriented Public Realm---
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----Tree Preservation-
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G19.1 Describe PSP relationship:
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Intersection realignment and consolidation at Ward and Persels will result in an improved trail connection that has a complete street design concept, more context appropriate streets for the area, and will provide a better connected street network. A safer trail crossing will allow users access to Active transportation/living opportunities and provide a more pedestrian orientated public realm. The Rock Island trail facility will be better integrated into the street network and surrounding area. Green infrastructure will be incorporated into the design, use of LEDs, stormwater BMPs, natural resources and trees will be preserved.
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G20 Implements Sustainable Places Initiatives?
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Yes
Project supports Planning Sustainable Places and Creating Sustainable Places goals as referenced in the Rock Island Corridor PSP and Lee’s Summit Thoroughfare Master Plan for these corridors and connections. The Rock Island Corridor PSP will be enhanced by safety trail crossing. Ongoing development, active living, network connectivity, access to an existing mix of housing, tree preservation and planting, BMP infrastructure improvements, and complete streets are project outcomes. Residences are connected to schools, retail and employment centers within a mile of the intersection. Context sensitive design, natural resource protection, green infrastructure, clean water, and access to trail crossings on the corridor are important priorities.
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G21 Serves Regional Activity Center?
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Yes
High-Intensity and More_Walkable Centers
The Persels Road and Ward Road corridors are considered high-intensity activity centers with various schools, churches, residential areas, and a crossing of the Rock Island walking trail. Preserving and improving existing pedestrian crossings will maintain pedestrian access between activity centers, and the geometric roadway improvements will reduce congestion and increase safety for vehicles accessing these activity centers. The project directly serves the Rock Island Trail corridor and the activity center of the school on Persels Road. The project intersection and alignment improvements provide a safer crossing for pedestrians on the trail at the intersection.
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G22 Environmental justice tracts?
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No
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G23 Reduces greenhouse gas emissions?
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Yes
Consolidation of traffic signals from two to one at this location and adding intersection turn lanes will reduce delays in through traffic, thus reducing congestion and greenhouse gas emission. Improved existing bicycle and pedestrian facilities will separate transportation modes, reduce conflicts between modes, and promote non-motorized transportation options. Improved intersection spacing standards and restricting turns at intersections allows for more manageable land development and efficient traffic movement. Geometric design improvements of vertical profile adjustments allow for better sight distance and more efficient traffic flow. Clear roadway signage, and improved signals will also minimize traveler confusion and delay.
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G24 Natural Resource information:
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Protection and preservation of trees, landscaping, and storm water quality will be ensured by designed rain water management systems, minimize land disturbance and maintenance and preservation of mature trees and the addition of new shade trees. Much of the area surrounding the project is identified as with low to medium priorities for preservation on the MARC restoration and conservation maps.
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G25 Community Links at Watershaed Scale:
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Depending on existing culvert conditions, and the limits of grading and excavation required to rebuild the roadway and add the shared-use path, the stream crossing may have to be extended or rebuilt. If the existing culvert can be utilized to accommodate the proposed shared use path and sidewalk, the disturbance at the stream will be minimal. If a redesign of corridor culverts are required, the City and APWA Kansas City design standards will be met. The area surrounding the project in these watersheds is a medium/low conservation and high restoration priority.
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G26 Explain local land use or comprehensive plans:
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The Lee’s Summit Comprehensive Plan and associated Thoroughfare Master Plan (TFMP) include and support the project. The project is recommended in the TFMP as a high priority considering the congestion deficiencies. The multi-modal elements of the project are also supported in the City’s Bicycle Transportation Plan and Greenway Master Plan.
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