Project Overview and Stakeholder Outreach August 15, 2017 Dave Covington, PE Program Manager Route 29 Solutions

29 Solutions Package A Multi-Modal Transportation Program Eight highway projects: Route 29 Widening, Polo Grounds Road to Towncenter Drive Berkmar Drive Extension, Hilton Heights Road to Towncenter Drive Rio Road grade-separated intersection Route 29/250 Interchange improvements (“Best Buy ramp”) Hillsdale Drive Extended (City of Charlottesville) Advanced Traffic Signal Technology Hydraulic Road intersection (study only) Hillsdale Drive South, Hydraulic Road to Holiday Drive (study only) A second daily passenger train, Lynchburg to Washington, D.C.

Projects At A Glance Route 29 Widening Project Cost - $61M Improvements to the “hourglass” between Polo Grounds Road and Towncenter Drive Widen the 1.8-mile section to three lanes in each direction Address stopping sight distance issues along the corridor Address grade of northbound lanes to eliminate hills at several locations (ex. Ashwood Blvd.) Included in design-build package Construction requirements Two lanes maintained in each direction between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. Access maintained to neighborhoods, businesses and private entrances Project schedule March 2015: Notice to proceed, design phase kickoff September 2015: Construction begins within right of way Oct. 30, 2017: Firm fixed completion date (Actual Completion July 21, 2017) Project Cost - $61M

Projects At A Glance Berkmar Drive Extension Project Cost - $54M Extend Berkmar Drive north from Hilton Heights Road to Towncenter Drive 2.3-mile extension includes bridge over South Fork Rivanna River Two-lane road built on four-lane ROW for possible future expansion Includes sidewalks, bike lanes and paved multi-use trail Part of design-build package Construction requirements Built on new alignment Minimal effect on existing roads Project schedule March 4, 2015: Notice to proceed March 2015: Design phase kickoff Late fall 2015: Construction begins Oct. 30, 2017: Firm fixed completion date (Actual Completion July 21, 2017) Project Cost - $54M

Projects At A Glance Route 29 / Rio Road Intersection Grade separation of the intersection Separate local and through traffic Remove conflicts and improve safety and operation Improve access for pedestrians Included in design-build package Construction requirements Lane closures restricted to nighttime hours: 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Access maintained to all businesses at all times Project schedule March 4, 2015: Notice to proceed May 2015: Utility relocation began Sept. 9, 2015: Albemarle Square, Fashion Square crossovers close, signals removed Late summer 2015: Roadway construction begins May 23-Sept. 2, 2016: Rio intersection restrictions during bridge and road construction July 19, 2016: Rio / Rt. 29 intersection restored to all movements Dec. 2, 2016: Project construction work complete Project Cost - $70M

Stakeholder Identification Albemarle County City of Charlottesville Neighborhoods/Residents Businesses Pedestrians & Bicyclists Commuters Law Enforcement/First Responders Environmental Protection Groups Community Organizations Politicians (local and non-local) Internal Customers Contracting Community

Communications Dedicated to Communication Website Dedicated project website www.route29solutions.org Interactive discussion forum Social media Project communications manager All relevant documents on our website (plans, RFQ, RFP, etc.) Other Toll-free hotline Open communications with local governments, emergency responders, media, and civic groups Route 29 Solutions email newsletter Project webcam

Public Involvement Rte. 29 Advisory Panel Determine what projects to build Made up primarily of regional government representatives Project Delivery Advisory Panel Guide the development of the projects Local government Business leaders Special interest groups Meetings Bi-weekly Open to the public Webcast live Participation Led to major enhancements to all of the Rte. 29 Solutions projects Delivering on Promises Speed Making decisions quickly Trust your instincts!

Technology Time-Lapse Cameras Live-Streaming Panel Meetings Three in total Links to project cameras on website Professional time-lapse video Also useful for project management Live-Streaming Panel Meetings Enhanced meeting participation Real-time availability Podcasts Published on YouTube 3d Simulations & Modelling Helped public visualize unique project design

Technology continued CADAC PlanGrid and Tablets Aerial Imagery Communication Management Enhanced communication with Design-Builder Enhanced ability to deliver projects more quickly PlanGrid and Tablets Enhanced Field Operations Plan updates Decision-making Project punchlist Aerial Imagery Fixed wing and drone Project updates Earthwork estimating Project documentation

TODS Signs TODS Tourist Oriented Directional Signing Issues Challenges Fear of lost revenue Fear of lost visibility Challenges Too many businesses to sign Solution Utilize TODS program to supplement construction signing

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Project Overview and Stakeholder Outreach August 15, 2017 Dave Covington, PE Program Manager Route 29 Solutions 434-529-6310 Dave.Covington@vdot.virginia.gov For More Information: Visit: www.route29solutions.org