NOACA Governing Board Adopts Major Planning Documents

Northeast Ohio has a new long-range transportation plan, Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and regional bicycle plan. The NOACA Governing Board approved all three planning documents at their May meeting, and the final documents are posted on NOACA's website.  

• Connections+ 2035,
  the long-range

  Connections+ 2035, the long range transportation plan

  transportation plan, offers a vision of transportation more than 20 years into the future, and describes major projects proposed for implementation.
• The State Fiscal Years 2014-2017 TIP is a fiscally constrained list of federally funded road, bridge, transit, bikeway and enhancement projects scheduled for implementation within the next four years. The TIP serves as the implementation tool for the long-range transportation plan.
• The 2013 Regional Bicycle Plan provides a vision for increasing the use of bicycles for transportation and serves as a guide for developing bicycle infrastructure in northeast Ohio. It is a component of the long-range transportation plan.

Participate in the National Bicycle Challenge!

If you enjoy using your bike for commuting, errands, fitness or fun, challenge other bicyclists to boost their bike mileage this summer. The National Bicycle Challenge is now underway. Through September 30, log the miles you travel by bike and take part in a friendly competition to register the most miles. You can participate on a team with co-workers, community members, bicycle club -- or just by yourself. You can meet other riders online and win prizes. Register today, and start racking up those bicycle miles.

NOACA Studies Posted on the Website

Visit NOACA's website to review three recently posted reports:

Lake County Regional Transportation System Study

This comprehensive study analyzes traffic conditions on non-freeway travel corridors in Lake County. NOACA staff evaluated pavement and bridge condition data, crash data, sidewalks and bicycle facilities in these corridors. The study findings help identify and prioritize projects for federal-aid funding.  

Safety and Capacity Analysis for the West 14th Street/Quigley Road Roundabout

The City of Cleveland requested that NOACA conduct a safety and capacity study of the West 14th Street/Quigley Road roundabout to address motorist comments regarding safety and navigation in the roundabout. NOACA, Ohio Department of Transportation, and City of Cleveland representatives conducted a road safety audit of the roundabout, observing traffic conditions and recommending measures to improve operations and reduce crashes.  

Road Safety Audit for the Intersection of Cedar Road and Brainard Road

NOACA staff participated on a road safety audit (RSA) team that evaluated traffic operations and identified safety deficiencies at the intersection of Cedar Road and Brainard Road, and at other intersections near the I-271 interchange. The RSA team developed recommendations for short, medium, and long-term improvements that can improve traffic flow and safety.

Clean Diesel Funding Opportunity

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) recently announced a $9 million funding opportunity under the National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program. USEPA is soliciting proposals nationwide for projects that achieve significant reductions in diesel emissions, especially from vehicle fleets operating in areas designated as poor air quality areas. Applications must be submitted to USEPA by June 25. Check out project eligibility and the request for proposals process on the USEPA's website.

Carpool, Bike, Walk or Take Transit during Commuter Challenge

It's not too early to start thinking about participating in Commuter Challenge! Commuter Challenge is a clean air campaign that encourages motorists to try alternatives to driving alone to work. From July 14 - July 31, take the bus, carpool, bike, walk or telecommute each workday to spare our air from excess ozone and fine particle pollution. Challenge your co-workers, friends and family to try one of these sustainable modes of transportation. All registered participants in the challenge will be eligible for a prize drawing after July 31. You can register to participate in Commuter Challenge now!  

Public Hearing for ODOT Major/New Construction Projects  

The Ohio Department of Transportation's Transportation Review Advisory Council (TRAC) has reviewed and scored applications for this year's round of major/new construction funding. Major/new projects are defined as those that cost more than $12 million and are critical to the mobility, economic development, and quality of life of Ohioans. ODOT has scheduled public meetings to receive feedback on the draft list of projects. The public hearing for northeast Ohio that covers ODOT districts 3, 4, 11 and 12 is scheduled for Thursday, June 6 at the Akron Public Library, 60 South High Street in downtown Akron.