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APPENDIX A:
Methodology Correspondence
Kimley-Horn
and Associates, Inc.
Memorandum
To: Mr. Carmelo Caratozzolo, E.I.
URS Southern Corporation
From: John McWilliams, P.E.
Cc: Ms. Miranda Blogg, PhD., P.E.
Kittelson and Associates, Inc.
Date: August 22, 2005
Subject: Omni — Mixed Use Project
MUSP Traffic Impact Analysis Methodology
The purpose of this memorandum is to summarize the MUSP traffic impact
analysis methodology as agreed to during the August 22nd methodology meeting.
The proposed development is bounded by North Bayshore Drive to the east,
Biscayne Boulevard to the west, NE 15th Street to the south, and NE 17`h Terrace
to the north (see attached map). The proposed development plan includes 4,400
condominium units and 200,000 s.f. of retail space.
The following items were discussed:
Trip Generation
Trip generation calculations for the proposed development will be performed
using ITE Trip Generation, 7th Edition, and the ITE Trip Generation Handbook.
Trip Distribution
Trip distribution will be determined using the cardinal distribution from the
appropriate Traffic Analysis Zone (TAZ) in the 2005 Cost Affordable Plan.
Committed Development
The City of Miami will be contacted to obtain the most recent edition of the
Large Scale Development Report. Projects currently under construction or
approved will be included. Projects in the application stage who have submitted
a traffic study will also be included.
Suite 157
5100 N.W. 33rd Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale, Reticle
33309
TEL 954 730 2233
FAX 954 739 2247
Kimsey -Horn
and Associates, inc.
Mr Carmelo Caratozzoio, E.1., August 22, 2005, Pg.2
Study Area
The study area for this project was generally defined as 1-195 (north), I-395
(south), 1-95 (west), and Biscayne Bay (east). Within the study area, seven (7)
intersections were identified for analysis:
e NE 17th Terrace and NE 4`t' Avenue
• NE 17th Terrace and Biscayne Boulevard
* NE 17th Terrace and North Bayshore Drive
® Biscayne Boulevard and NE I5h Street
• North Bayshore Drive and NE 15th Street
w Biscayne Boulevard and NE 17th Street/Project Driveway
• North Bayshore Boulevard and Project Driveway
The following corridors were identified for analysis:
® Biscayne Boulevard
® North Bayshore Drive
• NE 15t Street
® NE 17th Street
Data Collection
P.M. peak hour turning movement counts (4 p.m. to 6 p.m.) will be conducted at
the identified study intersections. 24-hour machine counts will be conducted on
the identified corridors during a typical weekday. All traffic counts will be
adjusted to reflect peak season conditions using the appropriate FDOT
adjustment factors.
Capacity Analysis
Capacity analyses will be conducted for the P.M. peak hour for the identified
intersections, project driveways, and corridors. Intersection analyses will be
performed using the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) methodology. Corridor
analyses will be conducted using info' nation from the Miami DRI-lI (i.e.
person -trip capacity) and the 1- DOT Quality/LOS Handbook. Capacity analyses
will be conducted for three (3) scenarios: existing, build -out without project, and
build -out with project.
In addition, project driveways will be addressed in this analysis with respect to
access (controlled/uncontrolled) and queuing. Site parking information will also
be provided in the report. Loading area maneuverability will also be addressed.
Documentation
The results of the analysis will be summarized in a report. The report shall
include necessary supporting documents including signal timings, lane geometry,
and software output sheets. A site plan illustrating the proposed driveways will
also be provided in this submittal.
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Kimley-Horn
and Associates, Inc,
Mr. Carmelo Cara uzzolo, E.l., August 22, 2005, Pg.3
The report will include a summary of FDOT five (5) year work program projects
and long range transportation plan projects in the vicinity of the project site.
The report may also provide transportation control measures plan including
provisions for alternative modal facilities.
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