2015 Call for Projects
2015 Call for Projects Preliminary Recommendations
Metro is responsible for allocating discretionary federal, state and local transportation funds to improve all modes of surface transportation. Metro also prepares the Los Angeles County Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). A key component of TIP is the Call for Projects program, a competitive process that distributes discretionary capital transportation funds to regionally significant projects.
Every other year, Metro accepts Call for Projects applications in eight modal categories. Local jurisdictions, transit operators, and other public agencies are encouraged to submit applications proposing projects for funding.
Metro staff ranks eligible projects and presents preliminary scores to Metro’s Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and the Metro Board of Directors for review. Upon approval, the TIP is developed and formally transmitted to the regional and state transportation planning agencies. The TIP then becomes part of the five-year program of projects scheduled for implementation in Los Angeles County.
Project sponsors are required to either execute a Letter of Agreement (LOA) for projects being funded with State or Federal funds, a Transit LOA, or a Funding Agreement (FA) for those funded with local sales tax dollars.
The LOA or FA must be executed in the first year that funds are available and prior to starting any work on the project. They include a general description of the project and the specific work elements to be completed, the source of all funds that will be used to complete the project and the project’s cash flow.
The tabs above provide the LOA and FA boilerplate agreements and necessary attachments, contact information and other reference documents.
Project/Modal Application Index
ModalApplication |
Eligible Projects |
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Regional Surface Transportation Improvements |
Capital improvement projects on regionally significant arterial highways which improve traffic flow and reduce congestion, such as: bottleneck intersection improvements, closure of gaps in the arterial system, and other arterial improvements. Project must be on the public right-of-way. Rehabilitation, Restoration and Resurfacing (3R) are eligible as a component of a larger capacity-enhancing project. Multimodal projects are encouraged. |
Goods Movement Improvements |
Grade separations, roadway geometric and operational improvements, intersection improvements, truck access improvements and other capacity enhancements on regionally significant roadways, major and secondary arterials, high truck volume arterials, dedicated truck routes, de-facto truck routes and/or other major freight corridors/facilities. Project must be located on a public facility/structure that serves local and regional needs, supports industrial and commercial land uses and provides access to and from major activity centers, railyards, ports (air and sea) and other freight generators (warehouse/distribution centers). Project may include a minor Rehabilitation, Restoration and Resurfacing (3R) component of a larger Goods Movement Improvement. |
Signal Synchronization & Bus Speed Improvements |
Traffic signal synchronization, transit preferential treatment and priority systems, bottleneck intersection improvements, traffic control and monitoring systems, and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS). |
Transportation Demand Management |
Technology and/or innovation-based strategies, Ridesharing Incentive/Disincentive Programs, Parking Management Programs, Transportation Facilities Amenities, Commuter Service Centers, and New and Unique Demonstration Projects. |
Bicycle Improvements |
Projects that provide access and mobility for local and regional bicycle travel, gap closures that connect bikeway networks, on-street improvements to transit hubs, high-capacity bicycle parking, and innovative projects that promote bicycling. Rehabilitation, Restoration, and Resurfacing (3R) are eligible as a component of a larger project. |
Pedestrian Improvements |
Provides capital funds for the construction of projects that improve the pedestrian environment in order to promote walking as a viable form of transportation. Design and right-of-way acquisition are eligible expenses as long as they are directly related to and part of the project's construction. Eligible projects may include: sidewalk construction, extensions and widening; curb ramps (as part of sidewalk reconstruction); enhanced pedestrian crossing features; landscaping; signage; lighting; and street furniture. Improvements must be for the use of the general public and located within a public right-of-way, in a public easement, or some other guarantee of public use. |
Transit Capital |
Bus purchases and construction of or improvement to transit centers, bus layover areas, park and ride lots, transit stops, commuter rail stations, and transit maintenance facilities. |
2015 Metro Call For Projects Contacts
OVERALL LEADS
Technical Information: Fanny Pan, (213) 418.3433, PanF@metro.net
MODAL CATEGORY |
MODAL LEAD CONTACTS |
Phone |
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Regional Surface Transportation Improvements |
Fulgene Asuncion |
(213) 922-3025 |
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Goods Movement |
Teresa Wong |
(213) 922-2854 |
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Signal Synchronization and Bus Speed Improvements |
Eva Pan-Moon |
(213) 418-3285 |
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Transportation Demand Management |
Neha Chawla |
(213) 922-3984 |
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Bikeway Improvements |
Michael Richmai |
(213) 922-2558 |
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Pedestrian Improvements |
Michael Richmai |
(213) 922-2558 |
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Transit Capital |
Scott Hartwell |
(213) 922-2836 |
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Transportation Enhancement Activities |
Dolores Roybal Saltarelli |
(213) 922-3024 |
Other Contacts for the Call for Projects
General Communications Materials: Glen Becerra, (213) 418-3264, BecerraG@metro.net
Construction Site Signage: Ebelin Castillo, (213) 922-7457, CastilloEb@metro.net
Press Release/Events: Dave Sotero, (213) 922-3007, SoteroD@metro.net
Parking Policy: Frank Ching, (213) 922-3033, ChingF@metro.net
FA: Funding Agreement for Locally Funded Projects
(Funding Agreement)
Name | Description |
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FA LTF (Local Transportation Funding) | |
FA Local Funding Agreement LTF | 04.3_FA Local Funding Agreement LTF.pdf |
FA Local Attachment A Project Funding | 04.3A_FA Local Attachment A Project Funding.xls |
FA Local Attachment B Scope of Work | 04.3B_FA Local Attachment B Scope of Work.doc |
FA Local Attachment C1 Quarterly Progress Expenditure Report | 04.3C1_FA Local Attachment C1 Quarterly Progress Expenditure Report.xls |
FA Local Attachment C Reporting and Expenditure Guidelines | 04.3C_FA Local Attachment C Reporting and Expenditure Guidelines.doc |
FA Local Attachment D FTIP Sheet | 04.3D_FA Local Attachment D FTIP Sheet.xls |
FA Local Attachment E1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form | 04.3E1_FA Local Attachment E1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form.doc |
FA Local Attachment E2 Signal Synch Special Conditions | 04.3E2_FA Local Attachment E2 Signal Synch Special Conditions.doc |
FA Local Attachment E Special Audit Conditions | 04.3E_FA Local Attachment E Special Audit Conditions.doc |
FA Local Attachment E Special Grant Conditions | 04.3E_FA Local Attachment E Special Grant Conditions.doc |
FA Local Prop C Funding | |
FA Local Letter No Prejudice Prop C | 02.1_FA Local Letter No Prejudice Prop C.doc |
FA Local Letter No Prejudice Prop C_Hwy | 02.1_FA Local Letter No Prejudice Prop C_Hwy.doc |
FA Local Agreement Prop C | 02.3_FA Local Agreement Prop C.pdf |
FA Local Attachment A Project Funds | 02.3A_FA Local Attachment A Project Funds.xls |
FA Local Attachment B Scope of Work | 02.3B_FA Local Attachment B Scope of Work.doc |
FA Local Attachment C1 Quarterly Progress Expenditure | 02.3C1_FA Local Attachment C1 Quarterly Progress Expenditure Report.xls |
FA Local Attachment C Reporting and Expenditure Guidelines | 02.3C_FA Local Attachment C Reporting and Expenditure Guidelines.doc |
FA Local Attachment D FTIP Sheet | 02.3D_FA Local Attachment D FTIP Sheet.xls |
FA Local Attachment E1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form | 02.3E1_FA Local Attachment E1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form.doc |
FA Local Attachment E2 Signal Synch Special Conditions | 02.3E2_FA Local Attachment E2 Signal Synch Special Conditions.doc |
FA Local Attachment E Special Audit Conditions | 02.3E_FA Local Attachment E Special Audit Conditions.doc |
FA Local Attachment E Special Grant Conditions | 02.3E_FA Local Attachment E Special Grant Conditions.doc |
FA Local Amendment Prop C | 02.4_FA Local Amendment Prop C.doc |
LOA: Agreement for Federally Funded Projects
(Letter of Agreement)
Name | Description |
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LOA Federal Funding | |
13.3_LOA Federal Agreement CMAQ RSTP.doc |
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13.3A_LOA Federal Attachment A Project Funding.xls |
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13.3B_LOA Federal Attachment B Scope of Work.doc |
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13.3C1_LOA Federal Attachment C1 Quarterly Progress Report.xls |
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13.3C_LOA Federal Attachment C Reporting Guidelines.doc |
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13.3D_LOA_Federal_Attachment_D_FTIP_Sheet.pdf |
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13.3E_LOA Federal Attachment E Caltrans Document List.doc |
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LOA Federal Attachment F1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form |
13.3F1_LOA Federal Attachment F1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form.doc |
13.3F2_LOA Federal Attachment F2 Signal Synch Special Conditions.doc |
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13.3F_LOA Federal Attachment F Special Conditions.doc |
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13.4_LOA_Federal_Amendment_CMAQ_RSTP.doc |
LOA State Funding | |
14.3_LOA State Agreement STIP-RIP TE.doc |
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14.3A_LOA State Attachment A Project Funding.xls |
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14.3B_LOA State Attachment B Bike Scope of Work.doc |
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14.3B_LOA_State_Attachment_B_Scope_of_Work.pdf |
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14.3C1_LOA State Attachment C1 Quarterly Progress Report.xls |
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14.3C_LOA State Attachment C Reporting Guidelines.doc |
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14.3D_LOA_State_Attachment_D_FTIP_Sheet.pdf |
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14.3E_LOA State Attachment E STIP CTC Guidelines.pdf |
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14.3F1_LOA State Attachment F1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form.doc |
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14.3F2_LOA State Attachment F2 Signal Synch Special Conditions.doc |
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14.3F_LOA State Attachment F Special Conditions.doc |
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14.4_LOA_State_Amendment_STIP_RIP_TE.doc |
LOA Transit Funding | |
12.3_LOA Transit Agreement CFP.pdf |
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12.3A_LOA Transit Attachment A Project Funds.xls |
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12.3B_LOA Transit Attachment B Scope of Work.doc |
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12.3C1_LOA Transit Attachment C1 Quarterly Progress Report.xls |
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12.3C_LOA Transit Attachment C Reporting Guidelines.doc |
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12.3D_LOA_Transit_Attachment_D_FTIP_Sheet.pdf |
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LOA Transit Attachment E1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form |
12.3E1_LOA Transit Attachment E1 ITS Self Certification Policy-Form.doc |
12.3F2_LOA Transit Attachment E2 Signal Synch Special Conditions.doc |
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12.3E_LOA Transit Attachment E Special Conditions.doc |
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12.4_LOA_Transit_Amendment_CFP.doc |
- Application Package
- Program Guidelines
- Metro Rail System Map by end of FY 2016-17
- 9-9-15 Applicant Workshop Presentation
At the November 2014 meeting, the Board directed the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to create a two-year pilot Wayfinding Signage Grant Program to implement components of Metro’s First/Last Mile Strategic Plan. The Pilot Program provides $500,000 over a two year period, beginning in Fiscal Year (FY) 2015-16 to assist agencies in designing and implementing Wayfinding signage systems on non-Metro properties that guide people within one mile to and from transit stations. Funding for FY 2015-16 and FY 2016-17 will be awarded through this application process.
The application submission deadline will be Friday, November 13, 2015 by 3:00 pm. Should you have any questions, please contact Teresa Wong, Transportation Planning Manager, Subregional Planning at 213-922-2854 or wongte@metro.net