Summary of Renner Boulevard from 84th Street to 79th Street improvements

Lenexa, KS

Contact Information

Organization:	Lenexa, KS
Contact person:	Steve Schooley
Title:	Transportation Manager
Phone:	(913) 477-7662
E-mail:	sschooley@lenexa.com
Organization address:	17101 W. 87th Street Parkway
	Lenexa, KS    66219

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Pre-Application Information

PA Project title/name:	Renner Boulevard from 84th Street to 79th Street improvements
PA Agency type:	City
PA Agency Name:	Lenexa, KS
PA Primary project mode:	Roadway
PA Secondary project mode:	Bike/Pedestrian
PA Project type:	Road & Bridge - Roadway Operations
PA Project description:	Renner Boulevard from 84th Street to 79th Street widen to provide left turn lanes at intersections with sidewalk on one side, 10-foot mixed-use trail on other side, street lighting, curb and gutter and storm drainage.
PA Connected KC 2050 Project Number:	No
PA Connected KC 2050 underlying strategies selected
Centers and corridors Climate protection and resilience New funding sources Prioritize investments Data and technology
PA Strategies Description:	This project will provide improved traffic flow, more efficient traffic operations and improved safety along this corridor. Renner Boulevard is an established major corridor and this will complete the improvements to current standards along the corridor.
PA Complete Streets Description:	The mixed-use trail and sidewalk along this corridor was identified as a needed project in Lenexas Complete Streets study.
PA Safety:	This project will include widening to provide left turn lanes at intersections and separated bicycle and pedestrian facilities as well as street lighting to improve the safety of the corridor.
PA Air Quality:	This project will improve the traffic flow and operations along the corridor and reduce traffic congestion and delay. Also with new sidewalk and a shared mix-use trail non-motorized transportation will be encouraged. All contributing to cleaner air.
PA Conservation:	N/a
PA Environment:	This project will include shade trees along the mixed-use trail.
PA Funding
CMAQ STP/STBG TAP/STP Set Aside
PA Travel Lane:	False
PA Congestion Management Measures Selected:

Access Management:

Left Turn Restrictions

Curb Cut and Driveway Restrictions

Turn Lanes and New or Relocated Driveways and Exit Ramps

Interchange Modifications

Minimum Intersection/Interchange Spacing

Frontage Roads and Collector-Distributor Roads

Roadway Restrictions

Access Control to Available Development Sites

Intersection Turn Lanes

Roundabout Intersections

New Grade-Separated Intersections

Active Transportation

New Sidewalks and Designated Bicycle Lanes on Local Streets

Improved Bicycle Facilities at Transit Stations and Other Trip Destinations

Design Guidelines for Pedestrian-Oriented Development

Improved Safety of Existing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities

Exclusive Non-Motorized Rights-of-Way

Bike Sharing Programs

Promoting Bicycle and Pedestrian Use Through Education and Information Dissemination

Adopting and Implementing a Complete Streets Policy

Highway

Increasing Number of Lanes without Highway Widening

Geometric Design Improvements

HOV Lanes

Super Street Arterials

Highway Widening by Adding Lanes

Acceleration/Deceleration lanes

Hill Climbing Lanes

Grade separated railroad crossings

New Freeways

New Arterial Streets

New Collectors and Local Streets

Land Use

Mixed-Use Development

Infill and Densification

Transit-Oriented Development

Trip Reduction Strategies

Transportation Management Associations

Parking

On-Street Parking and Standing Restrictions

Employer/Landlord Parking Agreements

Preferential or Free Parking for HOVs and Parking Management

Location-Specific Parking Ordinances

Park and Ride Lots

Advanced Parking Systems

Local and Regional Excise Taxes

Parking Facility Management Information Signs

Regulatory>

Trip Reduction Ordinance

Congestion Pricing

Auto Restriction Zones (Pedestrian Malls)

Truck Restrictions

Arterial Access Management

Carbon Pricing /Motor Fuel Tax

Emissions -based vehicle registration fees

VMT fee

Traffic Impact Fee

Pay-As-You-Drive (PAYD) Insurance (state level)

TDM

Alternative Work Hours

Telecommuting

Ridesharing

Guaranteed Ride Home Policies

Alternative Travel Mode Events and Assistance

Public Education Campaigns

Traditional Toll Roads

Non-traditional Toll Roads

Car Sharing

Transit

Reducing Transit Fares

Increasing Bus Route Coverage or Frequencies

Park-and-Ride Lots

Light, Heavy, and Commuter Rail

Employer Incentive Programs

Electronic Payment Systems and Universal Farecards

Realigned Transit Service Schedules and Stop Locations

Intelligent Transit Stops

Transit intersection queue jump lanes and signal priority

Enhanced Transit Amenities

Dedicated Rights-of-Way for Transit

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)

Express Bus Service

Local Circulator

Transportation Operations and Management

Traffic Signal Coordination and Modernization

Reversible Traffic Lanes

Freeway Incident Detection and Management Systems

Ramp Metering

Highway Information Systems

Advanced Traveler Information Systems

Service Patrols

Restricting Turns at Key Intersections

Converting Streets to One-Way Operations

Targeted and Sustained Enforcement of Traffic Regulations

Special Events and Work Zone Management

Road Weather Management

Traffic Surveillance and Control Systems

Electronic Toll Collection (ETC)

Cordon Area Congestion Fees

Roadway Signage Improvements

Communications Networks and Roadway Surveillance Coverage

Transit Vehicle Travel Information

PA CMT Description:	This project will improve the traffic flow and operations along the corridor and reduce traffic congestion and delay with left turn lanes at intersections. Also with new sidewalk and a shared mix-use trail non-motorized transportation will be encouraged. All contributing to more efficient operations improved safety and reduced congestion.
PA SOV Capacity:	N/a
PA Pre-application Statement:	Changes made
PA Pre-application Statement Text:	Rather than a center turn lane the scope has been modified to only include turn lanes at intersections and shade trees have been added along the mixed-use trail.
PA Pre-Application Staff Alignment:
PA Pre-Aplication Policy Concerns:

General Information

G1. TIP Number:
G2. State:	Kansas
G3. Multiple agencies / jurisdictions?	No
G4 Project contact:	Steve Schooley, Transportation Manager 17101 W. 87th Street Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 477-7662 sschooley@lenexa.com
G5 Purpose and need:	The existing roadway does not have curb and gutter, street lights, sidewalks, nor mixed-use trail. This project will improve the roadway to provide left turn lanes at intersections, sidewalk and mixed-use trail, curb and gutter, storm drainage, and street lighting along this section of Renner Boulevard that will improve the traffic operations and safety along the corridor and support anticipated traffic increases into the future.
G6. Origin and ending
Route:   From:   To:   Length (Miles):	Renner Boulevard 84th Street 79th Street 0.50000
G7 Functional Classification:	Minor Arterial
G8 Connected KC 2050 Decade?	--Select--
G9 Muli-Agency Plan?	No
G10 Included in a CIP?	Yes This project is included in Lenexas CIP
G11 Planning stage:	Conceptual Plan
G12 Reviewed by state DOT?	No
G13 Right-of-Way acquisition:	All acquired or none needed
G14 ROW by local public agency process manual?	Yes
G15 Other unique local goals and objectives?	Yes This is identified in Lenexas Complete Streets Study as a location for a mixed-use trail and sidewalk to fill in missing links.
G16 Transportation Disadvantaged Population:	This project will provide sidewalk and mixed-use trail which can be used by all residents including those with zero-cars.
G17 Relevant Public Engagement:	This project is included in Lenexas comprehensive plan which included public involvement.
G18 Planned Public Engagement:	This project will have a public involvement element to ensure that the public is informed and can provide input into the design process.
G19 Sustainable Places Criteria:	----Active Transportation/Living----------- Complete Street Design---Connected Street Network----------- ------------Integrated Trail System--- ---------------- ---------------- ------
G19.1 Describe PSP relationship:	This project is consistent with Lenexas Complete Street Plan which includes a mixed-use trail and sidewalk providing key connecting links. This will also enhance the transportation system on this arterial street.
G20 Implements Sustainable Places Initiatives?	No This project has not specifically been identified in a PSP/CSP plan.
G21 Serves Regional Activity Center?	Yes High-Intensity and More_Walkable Centers This project connects to Lenexa City Center which is a very walkable development area.
G22 Environmental justice tracts?	No
G23 Reduces greenhouse gas emissions?	Yes This project will provide sidewalk and mixed-use trail which will encourage non-motorized transportation in the corridor.
G24 Natural Resource information:	Shade trees will be planted along the mixed-use trail.
G25 Community Links at Watershaed Scale:	The shade trees will provide an environmental asset at watershed scale.
G26 Explain local land use or comprehensive plans:	This project is consistent with Lenexas comprehensive plan

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Project Financial Information

STP Federal amount:	2240000
STP Match amount:	560000
STP Year requested:	2023
Source of Local Match:	City of Lenexa
Explain:
Scope Change:	This project cannot reasonably be phased. Reduced funding amounts may make this project difficult for the applicant to afford.
Cost by area:
Engineering:	280000
Equipment Purchase:	0
Right-of-Way:	0
Other:	25000
Utility Adjustment/Relocation:	25000
Program Implementation/Construction (including Construction Engineering/Inspection):	2800000
Contingency:	0
Total Estimated Project Cost:	3130000
Cost Breakdown by mode:
Highway:	80  %
Transit:	%
Bike:	5  %
Pedestrian:	5  %
Other:	10  %

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No public comments submitted.