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Meeting
Apr 18, 2017 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE VILLAGE BOARD - 7:00 p.m.
Category
8. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT
Subject
8.2 Motion to accept proposal for Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study in an amount not to
exceed $38,147.
Access
Public
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Apr 18, 2017
Absolute Date
Apr 18, 2017
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
38,147.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
General Fund
Recommended
Accept the proposal from Ciorba Group, Inc. for the Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study in an
Action
amount not to exceed $38,147.
Public Content
Information
A key component of the 2017 Mount Prospect Strategic Plan is to evaluate pedestrian and bicycle crossing activity along
the entire limits of Central Road in the Village of Mount Prospect and to develop an overall plan for safe and efficient
crossings. The Village's ongoing efforts to construct sidewalk, install signed & marked bike routes, install pedestrian
signals & crosswalks, and promote walking & biking in the Village have resulted in an increase in activity throughout the
community.
Central Road from Arthur Avenue to Rand Road is owned by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). From Rand
Road to Wolf Road, Central Road is under the jurisdiction of the Village. Over the entire three-mile stretch, there are 10
signalized intersections, four (4) uncontrolled marked crosswalks, and numerous unmarked crossings with sidewalk ramps
at intersections. Central Road has a consistent 35 mph speed limit with a variety of adjacent land uses including
residential, commercial, parks, schools and churches.
The primary goals of this study are to evaluate existing and potentially new pedestrian/bicycle crossings and to develop a
plan for the Central Road corridor that enhances safety and consistency. Tasks will include gathering vehicle & pedestrian
counts, performing traffic signal warrant studies, reviewing school speed limit zones, researching best practices & new
technologies, collaborating with IDOT, and detailing recommendations for the corridor.
Village staff is seeking at this time to enter into a contract with a consulting firm for preliminary design engineering
services. The study is expected to be completed this summer. Highlights of the study will include:
• Report on existing conditions along the corridor.
• Review crash reports involving pedestrians and bicyclists provided by the Village. Determine rates based on
timeframe and average daily traffic, and compare to regional and national data.
• Collect vehicle & pedestrian counts; perform a traffic signal warrant study at Central Road & Emerson Street.
• Review a conceptual pedestrian crossing plan for the Central Road, Northwest Highway & Prospect Avenue
intersection created by the Village. Consider new pedestrian/bicycle crossings, or modification/removal of existing
crossings, as necessary.
• Review school speed limit zones along the corridor.
• Create a best practices and new technology section of measures that could be implemented at the
pedestrian/bicycle crossings. Provide a recommendations section to enhance safety and provide greater consistency
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at both signalized and uncontrolled intersections. Conceptual drawings should be included in the recommendations.
• Prepare preliminary cost estimates for new and modified pedestrian/bicycle crossings, with tiered approaches to
improvements and identification of potential funding sources.
Complete details on the scope of work is included in the attached RSQ.
As permitted by the Qualification Based Selection process, the Village solicited Statement of Qualifications and Proposal
from five (5) engineering consulting firms to provide preliminary design engineering services for the Central Road
Pedestrian Crossing Study. A copy of this request for proposals is attached. Each firm was asked to submit as part of
their proposal the following information:
1. Resumes of key personal and related experience on similar type projects
2. Summary of the firm's approach to the project
3. Staff hour estimate and cost proposal for major phases of work
4. Project schedule
The Village received three (3) submissions. The three consulting firms' Statement of Qualifications and Proposal were
reviewed on the basis of their understanding of our goals and their methodology to complete the study. They were then
rated (with a maximum score of 100 points) according to these specific categories: background of firm, capacity to
perform work, understanding of the project, related experience, project schedule, and work effort. This analysis is
summarized in Table 1 below:
Table 1
Category
Ciorba
Kimley-Horn
Knight E/A
Background of firm (Max 15 points)
14
15
12
Capacity to perform work (Max 15 points)
14
15
12
Understanding of project (Max 20 points)
20
18
17
Related project experience (Max 20 points)
18
20
17
Project schedule (Max 10 points)
10
8
5
Work effort (Manhours & Cost) (Max 20 points)
19
15
17
Total Points:
95
91
80
The highest rated firm is Ciorba Group of Chicago, Illinois. Ciorba Group has put together a strong project team with
extensive experience working on pedestrian enhancement projects and traffic signal studies. They provided a thorough
proposal that will collect and analyze pedestrian/vehicle data along the corridor and meet the objectives of the study.
They also have a working relationship with IDOT and will solicit their input throughout the process. It is staff's opinion
that Ciorba Group will provide the best product at an appropriate number of hours. A copy of Ciorba's proposal is enclosed.
Cost proposals were also requested from all of the consultants. Analysis of cost proposals is summarized in Table 2 below:
Table 2
Firm
Cost Proposal
Hours
Cost per Hour
Ciorba Group
$38,147
275
$128
Kimley-Horn
$40,000
200
$200
Knight E/A
$53,397
416
$128
Village staff estimated 300 hours to complete the study at an approximate cost of $39,000.00 ($130 per hour).
The lowest cost proposal was submitted by Ciorba Group. Staff finds that Ciorba's work effort estimate for the scope of
work is reasonable (275 hours) and the average hourly rate ($128/hour) is competitive.
Alternatives
1. Accept proposal from Ciorba Group of Chicago, Illinois for the Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study.
2. Action at discretion of Village Board.
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Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Village Board accept the proposal submitted by Ciorba Group of Chicago, Illinois for the Central
Road Pedestrian Crossing Study in an amount not to exceed $38,147.
RSQ.pdf (618t • orb . .
Administrative Content
Executive Content
Motion & Votin
Accept the proposal from Ciorba Group, Inc. for the Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study in an amount not to exceed
$38,147.
Motion by John Matuszak, second by Steve Polit.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Yea: Paul Hoefert, John Matuszak, Steve Polit, Richard Rogers, Colleen Saccotelli, Michael Zadel
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Director
Sean P. Dorsey
Mount Prospect Public Works Department
1700 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056-2229
Request for Statement of Qualifications and Proposal
DATE: March 17, 2017
TO: Active Transportation Alliance
Ciorba Group, Inc.
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Knight E/A, Inc.
V3 Companies
FROM: Jeffrey Wulbecker, P.E.
Village of Mount Prospect
Public Works Department
RE: Request for Statements of Qualifications and Proposal
Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study
Deputy Director
Jason H. Leib
Your firm is invited to submit a Statement of Qualifications and Proposal to become eligible for a
possible interview for engineering services to study pedestrian crossings along Central Road in the
Village of Mount Prospect.
Attached to this memo are:
1. A list of materials and information that should be included with your Statement of Qualifications and
Proposal (Exhibit A).
2. A general definition of the scope of work and a schedule of dates and requirements for the selection
process (Exhibit B).
3. An aerial map identifying the project limits (Exhibit C).
Your letter and Statement of Qualifications and Proposal (two hard copies and one electronic copy)
should be forwarded to the following address and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 31,
2017.
Mr. Jeffrey Wulbecker, P.E.
Village Engineer
Village of Mount Prospect
1700 W. Central Road
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
jwulbeck@mountprospect.org
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Exhibit A
Requirements for Statement of Qualifications and Proposal
Agency: Village of Mount Prospect
Project: Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study
Location: Central Road from Arthur Avenue to Wolf Road
Your Statement of Qualifications and Proposal should include the following information:
1. Name, address and brief history of firm.
2. Organizational chart and resumes of key personnel to be assigned to this project.
3. Related experience during the last five (5) years. For example:
a. Pedestrian/bicycle roadway crossing projects.
b. Best practices for pedestrian/bicycle infrastructure design.
c. Traffic signal warrant studies.
d. Experience working with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) on pedestrian/bicycle
projects.
4. Description of process to accomplish the required tasks of the project. This should include:
a. An understanding of the project.
b. Objectives to be met as part of the project.
c. Your approach to completing the project.
d. The projected number of hours to complete the project broken down by task and personnel.
e. A project schedule including a brief explanation should the Village schedule not be achievable.
5. A complete cost proposal broken down by task as described in the General Scope of Work.
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Exhibit B
General Scope of Work
Agency: Village of Mount Prospect
Project: Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study
Location: Central Road from Arthur Avenue to Wolf Road
A key component of the 2017 Mount Prospect Strategic Plan is to evaluate pedestrian and bicycle
crossing activity along the entire limits of Central Road in the Village of Mount Prospect and to develop
an overall plan for safe and efficient crossings. The Village's ongoing efforts to construct sidewalk,
install signed & marked bike routes, install pedestrian signals & crosswalks, and promote walking &
biking in the Village have resulted in an increase in activity throughout the community.
Arterial roadways such as Rand Road, Algonquin Road and Central Road, however, are often viewed as
barriers to pedestrians and bicyclists. High volumes and speeds can make it difficult to cross. As a
result, the Village occasionally receives complaints that crossing these busy roadways are dangerous and
discourage residents from traveling by walking or biking. Other complaints point to inconsistent
crossing measures or a lack of safety measures.
Most arterial roadways in the Village are not under our jurisdiction. Central Road from Arthur Avenue
to Rand Road is owned by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). From Rand Road to Wolf
Road, Central Road is under the jurisdiction of the Village. Over the entire three-mile stretch, there are
10 signalized intersections, four uncontrolled marked crosswalks, and numerous unmarked crossings
with sidewalk ramps at intersections. Central Road has a consistent 35 mph speed limit with a variety of
adjacent land uses including residential, commercial, parks, schools and churches.
The primary goals of this study are to evaluate existing and potentially new pedestrian/bicycle crossings
and to develop a plan for the Central Road corridor that enhances safety and consistency. At a
minimum, the following tasks are to be included in the scope of services. Additional tasks, at the
consultant's recommendation, will be considered by the Village.
1. Create an existing conditions section after becoming familiar with the current pedestrian and bicycle
crossings and land uses along the corridor.
2. Review crash reports involving pedestrians and bicyclists (Village to provide). Determine rates based
on timeframe and ADT, and compare to regional and national data.
3. Collect vehicle & pedestrian counts and other pertinent information as necessary.
4. Perform a traffic signal warrant study at Central Road & Emerson Street. Studies have recently been
performed at Cathy Lane, We -go Trail and Weller Lane that resulted in traffic signal systems not
being warranted.
5. Review a conceptual pedestrian crossing plan for the Central Road, Northwest Highway & Prospect
Avenue intersection created by the Village.
6. Review school speed limit zones along the corridor.
7. Consider new pedestrian/bicycle crossings as needed. Specifically, review potential crossings at Pine
Street and at St. Emily Church. Pedestrian crossing signals are planned for the Central Road and
Arthur Avenue intersection later this year.
8. Consider modifying or removing existing pedestrian/bicycle crossings as necessary.
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9. Create a best practices and new technology section of measures that could be implemented at the
pedestrian/bicycle crossings.
10. Provide a recommendations section to enhance safety and provide greater consistency at both
signalized and uncontrolled intersections. Each pedestrian/bicycle crossing should identify specific
infrastructure enhancements that may include but not be limited to pedestrian crossing signals,
signage, pavement markings, refuge islands, sidewalk, bike paths, and lighting. Conceptual drawings
should be included as a visual element of the recommendations.
11. Coordination with Village staff and IDOT.
12. Prepare preliminary cost estimates for new and modified pedestrian/bicycle crossings. Provide a
tiered approach for near-term, mid-term and long-term improvements.
13. Identify potential funding sources for design engineering and construction costs.
The Village of Mount Prospect appreciates your interest in this project. Any questions regarding this
Request for Statement of Qualifications and Proposal can be directed to Matt Lawrie, Traffic Engineer,
by phone at 847-870-5640 or email at mlawrie@mountprospect.org.
Tentative Schedule
Task
Deadline
Submit proposal
March 31, 2017
Select firm
April 7, 2017
Award contract
April 18, 2017
Kick-off meeting with Village
April 21, 2017
Submit Draft Report
June 9, 2017
Submit Final Report
June 30, 2017
Presentation to Village Board
July 11, 2017
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Mr. Jeffrey Wulbecker, PE
Village Engineer
Village of Mount Prospect
1700 W. Central Road
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056
Subject: Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study
Dear Mr. Wulbecker:
We are pleased to submit our Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and Cost Proposal to provide design
engineering services for the Central Road Pedestrian Study. Two (2) hard copies and one (1)
electronic copy are enclosed.
We appreciate the opportunity to submit our SOQ to the Village of Mount Prospect. We eagerly look
forward to being selected and continuing our professional relationship with the Village.
Should you have any questions, please contact me at 773.355.2922 or gheimsothCalciorba.com.
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Central Road Pedestrian
Crossing Study
PREPARED FOR:
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
March 31, 2017
Quality Engineering Services for the Community
5507 N. Cumberland Avenue, Suite 402, Chicago, Illinois, 60656
www.ciorba.com I P: 773.775.4009 1 F: 773.775.4014
Gerald Heimsoth, PEI gheimsoth@ciorba.com
HISTORY
Established in 1927, Ciorba Group, Inc. began as a firm
specializing in municipal engineering for communities along
Chicago's North Shore.
Today, we provide comprehensive engineering services
for municipalities in transportation, water resources,
structural, and construction engineering throughout the
six county Chicago Metro area. Local agency clients
include Waukegan, North Chicago, Morton Grove, Buffalo
Grove, Oak Park, Evanston, Mount Prospect, Highland Park,
Mettawa, Winnetka, Rolling Meadows, Arlington Heights,
Palatine, Chicago, Crete Township, Manhattan Township,
Will County Land Use Department, Lake County Division
of Transportation, Will County Division of Transportation,
McHenry County Division of Transportation, DuPage County
Division of Transportation, and the Kane County Division of
Transportation. We also have good professional relationships
with officials from all Bureaus of the Illinois Department of
Transportation, District One; US Army Corps of Engineers;
Illinois Department of Natural Resources; Illinois Environmental
Protection Agency; Federal Emergency Management
Agency and the Federal Highway Administration.
Since over 95% of our work is with local, county and
state agencies, we have an exceptional understanding
of government procedures and requirements. This
understanding is of tremendous assistance when setting
design guidelines for a project as well as obtaining permits
from other agencies.
Ciorba is familiar with the various funding sources available
for public improvements and has assisted municipalities
in obtaining these funds. We have been involved with
projects that utilized MFT, corporate, local bond and special
assessment funds as well as federal STP, CMAQ, HSIP, ITEP,
STP -Bridge and HUD funding. Our staff is aware of the
requirements and guidelines involved with the various funding
sources and its impact on the development of reports and
plans or the documentation of a construction project.
High professional standards are the mainstay of Ciorba's
diverse and multicultural staff. Client satisfaction is our most
important objective, which we accomplish by providing
cost effective designs, on schedule delivery, and open
communication. Our commitment to our clients is not
dependent on project size; we offer the same quality services
no matter the extent of the work. We maintain a proactive
attitude and apply our problem solving skills to address all
the challenges of aggressive schedules and tight project
budgets. Ciorba's philosophy is the reason we have client
relationships that have lasted for over 50 years.
At Ciorba, we deliver solutions that add value to our
communities. We show commitment to clients by offering
superior services through our dedicated professionals. A
strong partnership with clients is our key to success.
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SERVICES
Water Resources
Stormwater Management Studies and Design
• Floodplain Management
• Soil Erosion / Sediment Control Design and Inspection
• Streambank and Shoreline Restoration
• FEMA Map Revisions
• Water Distribution Analysis and Design
• Wastewater Collection Analysis and Design
Roadway
Local Street Improvement Programs
• Collector and Arterial Street Studies and Design
• Traffic Engineering Studies
• Traffic Signal Design
• Roadway and Pedestrian Lighting Design
• Bike Path Studies and Design
Structural
Concept and Feasibility Studies
• Bridge Inspection and Condition Reports
• Bridge Type Studies
• Bridge Design
• Cast -In -Place Box Culverts
• Pedestrian / Bycicle Path Underpasses
Construction Observation
"• Manage Bid Process
• Tabulate Bids, Review and Recommend Lowest
Responsible Bidder
• Full and Part -Time Construction Observation and
Documentation
• Review Contractor Pay Estimates for Approval
• Prepare Record Drawings
Other Municipal Services
• Grant Applications
• Topographic Surveys
• Streetscaping
• Facility Assessment Studies
• Developer Plan and Agreement Review
• Utility Coordination
• Capital Improvement Budgeting
• Update to Municipal Standards and Maps
• Meeting Attendance (Village Board, Plan Commission,
Etc.)
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PREQUALIFICATIONS
Highways
• Roads and Streets
• Freeways
Structures
• Highway: Simple
• Highway: Typical
• Highway: Advanced Typical
• Highway: Complex
• Railroad
• Moveable
• Major River Bridges
Location Design Studies
• Rehabilitation
• Reconstruction / Major Rehabilitation
• New Construction / Major Reconstruction
• Special Studies
• Feasibility
• Location Drainage
• Pump Stations
• Traffic Signals
• Traffic Studies
• Lighting: Typical
• Lighting: Complex
• Safety
• Special Services
• Construction Inspection
• Hydraulic Reports
• Pump Stations
• Waterways: Typical
• Waterways: Complex
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Project Manager
Duane O'Laughlin, PE
Project Manager
Mark Johnson, PE,
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Other Engineers
and Technicians as
needed
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Introduction to Project Team
Ciorba Group's success in providing design engineering services on transportation projects stems from our
engineering capabilities, knowledge of IDOT BLR&S requirements and understanding of the municipal
environment. In addition, our team members are pro -active rather than reactive in our services. We believe
that this culture derives from Ciorba's long history of providing engineering services to local government
agencies. In order to perform well the consultant has to look at the overall picture and step up to the
challenge of solving the problem in the most cost-effective way. Ciorba's goal of providing "Quality
Engineering Solutions for the Community" is what drives our Project Managers and staff in their daily work to the
benefit of our clients and the general public.
Key personnel assigned to the Project Team will include:
Duane O'Laughlin, PE - Project Manager
At Ciorba Group we believe in a "hands-on" Project Manager who will lead the team operations and
coordinate all their efforts daily. Duane will continue this approach for the Downtown Transportation Study. His
duties will include technical assistance, monitoring conformance to the project schedule for milestone
submittals, implementation of the QC/QA Plan and overseeing staffing needs for the project.
Duane has over 30 years of engineering experience involving a wide variety of public infrastructure projects for
state, county and local agencies. He is experienced in the development of engineering studies and reports
and the preparation of final design plans, specifications and construction cost estimates. Duane was the
Project Manager for the relocation of the Metra Dee Road Station in Park Ridge.
Mark Johnson, PE, PTOE - Project Engineer
Mark Johnson will oversee the day to day work effort for the study under Duane's direct supervision. All team
members will report to him as the engineering services are performed. Mark has 25 years of experience
specializing in the preparation of preliminary engineering studies and design plans for transportation
improvements. Mark leads Ciorba's traffic and geometric engineers in improving capacity and developing
safer horizontal and vertical alignments for state, county and local roadways. Mark has attended numerous
seminars and webinars on intersection safety improvements, roundabout design and ADA/PROWAG
compliance.
The resumes of the above key personnel are included at the end of this section of our proposal. Other Ciorba
Group engineers and technicians may be assigned to the project as needed for the timely completion of the
engineering services.
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EDUCATION
Master of Science
Civil Engineering
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science
Civil Engineering
United States Military Academy
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
Professional Engineer
Illinois #062-252501
Iowa #17617
Virginia #0408-027414
Indiana #PE11400608
Michigan #6201061255
EXPERTISE
Construction Observation
Highways
Municipal Streets
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Active Transportation Alliance
American Public Works Association
Illinois Road and Transportation
Builders Association
ACEC - Illinois
League of Illinois Bicyclists
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
ACEC — IDOT 1 Drainage Seminar
APWA— Local Agency Contract
Administration Seminar
APWS - FV Grant Seminar
ASCE— Sustainability Workshop
ASCE—Stormwaterinfltration Basing
Design
FHWA— Community Impact
Assessment
FHWA— Urban Drainage
ICPA— Underground Detention Using
RCP
IDOT— Context Sensitive Solutions
Illinois Tollway— Construction
Manager's Training
ISPE —Accommodating Bicycles and
Pedestrians at Interchanges
ITE —CDOTComplete Policies &
Procedures
Lorman — Reading and
Understanding Soil Reports
University of Wisconsin -Madison —
Highway Drainage Design
University of Wisconsin -Madison —
Pavement Design
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Duane O'Laughlin, PE
Project Manager
ABOUT DUANE
Mr. O'Laughlin is the Roadway/Construction Group Manager and serves as a Project
Manager for preliminary, design and construction engineering services on infrastructure
improvement projects. These projects have included the reconstruction or rehabilitation
of expressways, arterial streets, county highways and local streets as well as the
installation of new drainage systems, water mains, traffic signals, and lighting. Trained
in implementing Context Sensitive Solution procedures, Duane has experience in
public involvement for all three phases of an improvement. He has more than 31 years
of experience working on projects for federal agencies, the Illinois Department of
Transportation, Illinois Tollway, counties, municipalities and private clients.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Lake Street Reconstruction, Chicago Department of Transportation.
Project Manager supervising the update to a 16 year old Project Development Report (PDR)
for the reconstruction of Lake Street from Ashland Ave to 1-90/94 (Kennedy Expressway).
The updates are necessary in advance of preparing the design plans and specifications for
the project. The proposed typical section will be modified to accommodate a new bicycle
lane. Besides the bicycle lane, the horizontal geometrics will be revised to install curb bump
outs at intersections to improve pedestrian safety. A conflict with the foundation of the
recently reconstructed Morgan Street CTA Station requires revising the roadway profile at
this location. The proposed profile will be reviewed along the length of the entire project to
verify conformance to ADA guidelines. Other Phase I services include analyzing an additional
three years of crash data and updating intersection design studies including capacity
analysis. The proposed Phase I revisions will be coordinated with the Randolph Street/Fulton
Market Association, representing local businesses, to obtain input on the proposed roadway
improvements. The design will be modified based on their input as directed by the City.
Once all the Phase I updates have been made, a PDR amendment will be prepared and
submitted to the IDOT BLR&S and FHWA for review and approval.
Harlem Avenue Rehabilitation, Village of Glenview.
Project Manager for the preliminary and design engineering services to rehabilitate 6,400
feet of roadway. The existing water main on Harlem Avenue will also be replaced the entire
length of the improvement. STP funding will be used to construct the roadway improvements
so all engineering services were prepared in accordance with IDOT BLR&S requirements.
The project was processed as a LAFO, Categorical Exclusion (Group 1) so the preliminary
engineering was limited to completing BLR Form 19100 along with the necessary exhibits.
These exhibits included Location Map, typical sections, five years of crash data and a
warrant analysis for the existing traffic signals. Roadway improvements consisted of pavement
patching and milling, sidewalk replacement at intersections to meet ADA requirements,
pedestrian signal upgrades at three intersections and bituminous resurfacing. Design
engineering included the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for the
rehabilitation of the roadway and the installation of the new water main.
Brandywyn Lane and Thompson Boulevard Improvements, Village of Buffalo Grove
Project Manager for the Phase I preliminary engineering services to improve Brandywyn Lane
and Thompson Boulevard. Brandywyn Lane from Deerfield Parkway to Prairie Road and
Thompson Boulevard from Arlington Heights Road to Weiland Road are both Village collector
roadways. Services include horizontal and vertical alignment studies, pavement evaluation,
multi -stop warrant analysis, ADA compliance review, crash analysis, and public involvement.
STP funds will be used for construction, therefore, all studies and reports will be completed in
accordance with IDOT BLR&S and FHWA requirements.
Austin Avenue Improvements, Village of Morton Grove.
Project Director overseeing Phase I preliminary engineering for the rehabilitation/
reconstruction of Austin Avenue from Oakton Street to Lincoln Avenue. Services included
conducting an Intersection Design Study at Austin Avenue/Oakton Street, capacity analysis
at Austin Avenue/Lincoln Avenue, crash analysis, pavement evaluation, right of way analysis,
Location Drainage Studies and preparing preliminary construction cost estimates. The results
of the studies were summarized in a Project Development Report. Proposed improvements
will include geometric modifications at the Austin Avenue/Oakton Street intersection,
reconstruction of the existing parking lanes and rehabilitating the travel lanes. STP funds will
be used for construction so all studies and reports were completed in accordance with IDOT
BLR&S requirements.
RE CIORBA
GROUP
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science
Civil Engineering
University of Illinois
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
Professional Engineer
Illinois #062-050864
Iowa #21222
Indiana #10708505
Wisconsin # 34284006
EXPERTISE
Highways
Municipal Streets
Studies and Reports
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Council of Engineering
Companies of Illinois
Illinois Road and Transportation
Builders Association
Institute of Transportation
Engineers
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
ACEC — Bicycle and Pedestrian
Facility Design
APBP— NACTO Urban Street
Design Guide
ASCE— The Modern
Roundabout as Traffic Signal
Alternative
CMAP —Sustainable Streets for
Chicagoland
CMAP— Designing Pedestrian
Facilities for Accessibility
CMAP— Designing for Bicycle
Safety
ISPE - Accommodating Bicycles
& Pedestrians at Interchanges
ITE—Alternate Treatments for
at Grade Pedestrian Crossings
ITE— Highway Safety Manual
Predictive Method Application
Series
ITE— Roundabout Design and
Construction Web Series
ITE—Traffic Calming: What's
Working, What's Not
ITE—Intersection Safety &
Geometric Design
Northwestern University—
Roundabout Design Workshop
Trafficware University - Synchro for
First Time Users
www.ciorba.com
Mark Johnson, PE, PTOE
Project Engineer
ABOUT MARK
Mr. Johnson is a Transportation Manager specializing in the preparation of preliminary
engineering studies and design plans for improvements to expressways, arterial roads, and
municipal streets. He leads Ciorba's traffic and geometric engineers in improving capacity
and developing safer horizontal and vertical alignments for state, county, and local
roadways. Mr. Johnson has been trained and is experienced in the NEPA environmental
processing necessary to construct today's infrastructure improvements. He has also been
trained in Context Sensitive Solutions procedures to engage local stakeholders in the planning
process with the goal of minimizing adverse impacts to the community.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Clybourn Avenue and Division Street Protected Bicycle Lanes, Illinois Department of
Transportation, District One
Project Manager overseeing Phase I engineering services for bicycle safety improvements
on Clybourn Avenue and Division Street in the City of Chicago. Phase I studies includes
parking studies, speed studies, intersection design studies at five intersections within the
project limits, capacity analysis using Synchro, as well as a crash analysis. Public meetings
will be held as necessary to present and receive input from local residents and businesses
for the proposed improvements. A summary of all studies will be presented in a Project
Development Report prepared for the project and submitted to IDOT for review and
approval.
Lakefront Bicycle Path, City of Waukegan.
Project Manager for this new bicycle path which is approximately 19,000 feet long on
new alignment with a portion following the Lake Michigan shoreline. CMAQ funds are
being used for the project therefore all work will be done in accordance with IDOT
requirements. The new path will provide access to existing bicycle trails that extend
throughout Lake County. Preliminary engineering studies are being conducted to
establish the horizontal and vertical alignment, indicate the need for easement and/or
right-of-way acquisition, perform and environmental evaluation to identify contaminated
soils and wetlands and prepare cost estimates. The study results will be summarized in a
Project Development Report.
Lake Street Reconstruction, Chicago Department of Transportation.
Project Engineer overseeing the update to a 16 year old Project Development Report
(PDR) for the reconstruction of Lake Street from Ashland Ave to 1-90/94 (Kennedy
Expressway). The updates are necessary in advance of preparing the design plans
and specifications for the project. The proposed typical section will be modified to
accommodate a new bicycle lane. Besides the bicycle lane, the horizontal geometrics
will be revised to install curb bump outs at intersections to improve pedestrian safety. A
conflict with the foundation of the recently reconstructed Morgan Street CTA Station
requires revising the roadway profile at this location. The proposed profile will be reviewed
along the length of the entire project to verify conformance to ADA guidelines. Other
Phase I services include analyzing an additional three years of crash data and updating
intersection design studies including capacity analysis. The proposed Phase I revisions will
be coordinated with the Randolph Street/Fulton Market Association, representing local
businesses, to obtain input on the proposed roadway improvements. The design will be
modified based on their input as directed by the City. Once all the Phase I updates have
been made, a PDR amendment will be prepared and submitted to the IDOT BLR&S and
FHWA for review and approval.
Sheridan Road Multi -Use Path, City of North Chicago.
Project Manager overseeing Phase I engineering services for a new multi -use path.
The new bicycle path is approximately 1,500 feet long and will be located on the east
side of Sheridan Road between 24th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Preliminary
engineering studies are being conducted to establish the horizontal and vertical
alignment, indicate the need for easement and/or right-of-way acquisition, prepare
cost estimates and perform an environmental evaluation to identify contaminated soils.
Ciorba Group is also coordinating with the Great Lakes Naval Base since the path will be
adjacent to their property. The study results will be summarized in a Project Development
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EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
The table below summarizes the Project Team's experience similar to the Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study.
Lakefront Bicycle Path
City of Waukegan
Study of new bicycle path which is approximately 19,000 feet long on new alignment with
a portion following the Lake Michigan shoreline. CMAQ funds are being used for the
project therefore all work will be done in accordance with IDOT requirements. The new
path will provide access to existing bicycle trails that extend throughout Lake County.
Preliminary engineering studies were conducted to establish the horizontal and vertical
alignment, indicate the need for easement and/or right-of-way acquisition, perform an
environmental evaluation to identify contaminated soils and wetlands and prepare cost
estimates. The studv results will be summarized in a Proiect Development Report.
Lake Street Reconstruction
Update to a 16 -year-old Project Development Report (PDR) for the reconstruction of Lake
Street from Ashland Ave to 1-90/94 (Kennedy Expressway). The updates are necessary in
advance of preparing the design plans and specifications for the project. The geometrics ',
will be modified to accommodate a bicycle lane, pedestrian curb bump outs at
intersections to improve pedestrian safety, and additional warranted traffic signals. Once
all the Phase I updates have been made, a PDR amendment will be prepared and
submitted to the IDOT BLR&S and FHWA for review and approval.
Sheridan Road Multi -Use Path
City of North Chicago
Phase I engineering services for a new multi -use path. The new bicycle path is
approximately 1,500 feet long and will be located on the east side of Sheridan Road
between 241" Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Preliminary engineering studies °,
are being conducted to establish the horizontal and vertical alignment, indicate the
need for easement and/or right-of-way acquisition, prepare cost estimates and
perform an environmental evaluation to identify contaminated soils. Ciorba Group is
also coordinating with the Great Lakes Naval Base since the path will be adjacent to
their orooerty. The studv results will be summarized in a Proiect Development Report.
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PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The Village of Mount Prospect desires a pedestrian crossing study of Central Road from Wolf Road to Arthur Avenue.
These three miles of Central Road are plagued with inconsistency in pedestrian and bicycle amenities. The
combination of signalized intersections and other intersections with marked and unmarked crosswalks creates a
concern for those wanting to cross this highly -traveled street.
Central Road is an arterial roadway that is either under the jurisdiction of IDOT or the Village of Mount Prospect.
Several roadways that intersect with Central Road are also under the jurisdiction of IDOT. The land uses along this
corridor are mostly residential with commercial properties clustered around most major intersections plus parks,
schools, churches and the Village Public Works Facility. The UPRR also has an at grade crossing between Northwest
Highway (US 14) and Wa Pella Avenue.
The goal of this study is to evaluate the intersections along the corridor to establish best practices that provide
consistency and enhance safety for pedestrians and bicyclists that cross Central Road.
PROJECT APPROACH
Ciorba Group is well versed in traffic engineering with a thorough knowledge of roadway geometric and safety
standards including those provided in IDOT's Bureau of Design and Environment Manual and Bureau of Local Roads
& Streets Manual and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Ciorba Group is pre -qualified with IDOT in Traffic
Studies, Safety Studies, Feasibility Studies, and Special Studies: Traffic Signals. In addition, Ciorba Group has
developed strong professional relationships with the personnel at the various IDOT Bureaus that review and permit
improvements to their roadways.
The critical work tasks for the study will include:
1. A kick-off meeting will be held with the Village to review the proposed scope of improvements, engineering
parameters and project schedule. At this meeting, Ciorba will obtain any available public utility atlases,
roadway plans, and right of way information from the Village. Two additional meetings have been estimated
to discuss study findings with the Village staff and prepare for the presentation to the Village Board.
2. Coordination with IDOT.
3. Review the Mount Prospect Bicycle Plan with regard to Central Road and intersecting streets.
4. Conduct a site visit to document and evaluate each intersection along the corridor identifying marked and
unmarked crosswalks, signage, accessible ramp compliance, pedestrian push-button accessibility
compliance, and witness traffic on intersecting streets.
5. Perform 12 -hour machine and two-hour manual vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist counts at key locations to
perform traffic signal warrant analysis and gauge the amount of pedestrian and cyclist crossings. Our efforts
will focus on locations that create higher traffic volumes. Miovision will be used for the machine counts at
these intersections. Miovision is a video system that is a cost effective alternative to technicians performing
the onsite counts. Ciorba effectively used Miovision for the recently completed traffic signal warrant analysis
at the Central Road intersections with Weller Lane, We Go Trail and Cathy Lane.
1. Pedestrian safety will be a paramount consideration during the study. All crosswalks and other sidewalk
locations will be reviewed for ADA and PROWAG requirements. Special attention will be paid to crosswalk
locations that experience high pedestrian volumes. A warrant analysis will be completed at these locations:
a. Central Road at Pine Street - Capannari Ice Cream and a pocket park on Pine Street south of Central
Road is a popular destination for families.
b. Central Road at Emerson Street- There is already a traffic signal immediately to the west at Main
Street; however, the Mt Prospect Library and the Village Hall could generate a significant amount of
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traffic. Providing a pedestrian refuge island at the west leg of this intersection would likely improve
safety at this location.
c. Central Road at Owen Street - Busse Park is on Owen Street to the north and Owen Park to the south.
d. Central Road at Clayton/Horner Lane and at Marcella Road - St. Emily Church and School is between
these streets. Bluett Park and Sioux Park are also to the north and south of Central Road respectively.
A mid -block crosswalk is not recommended at the St. Emily Church due to the proximity of these two
streets. Clayton/Horner Lane may be a good location for a crosswalk since it is a through street to
these two parks.
2. Perform a crash analysis of crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists along the corridor to determine if
concentrated locations exist and what remediation efforts could be done to mitigate incidents.
3. Verify if current crossings are needed and determine if additional crossings are necessary.
4. Review school speed limit zones so they are being applied per the MUTCD.
5. Develop a guide for marking and signing of crosswalks per the MUTCD.
6. Review a concept plan of the Central Road, Northwest Highway and Prospect Avenue intersection and
provide recommended improvements.
7. A report will be prepared that will summarize the results of the engineering studies and document
coordination/meetings with the Village and IDOT. The report will also develop best practice guidance for
crossings, and recommendations to the Village going forward. Conceptual drawings (6 estimated) will be
developed for proposed improvements. Cost estimates will be prepared for recommended strategies as well
as recommended funding sources.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Ciorba Group will meet the Project Schedule outlined in the Village's RSQ. We strongly believe that a successful
project is the result of a partnership between the Consultant and the Village, in which we share the goal of meeting
the schedule and budget of the project while providing a quality product for the community. Accomplishing these
goals will be our Project Team's focus during the Downtown Transportation Study.
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STAFF HOURS
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Meetings with Village - 3
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6
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Village Board Presentation
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Meeting Minutes
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Field Checks
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050 Traffic Studies Subtotal:
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Obtain Machine Traffic Counts - 4 intersections (Coordinate with Miovision and Verify Data)
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Traffic Count Reduction & Tabulation
8
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Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis - (4 intersections)
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Write Warrant Analysis Summary
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052 Crosswalk Evaluation Subtotal:
18
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Review Conceptual Pedestrian Concept
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Evaluate Existing and Potential Pedestrian Crossings
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053 Crash Analysis - For Warrant Analysis & Bike/Ped for Corridor Subtotal:
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Collision Diagram
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Tabulate, Review and Analyze Crash Data
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Write Crash Analysis Summary
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Report Preparation - Draft
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Report Preparation - Final
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Report Reproduction (2 submittals)
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Disposition of Comments (2 dispositions)
3
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Cost Estimate Table
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Funding
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Public Transportation Schedules/Maps
Existing and Proposed ADTs - Exhibits
Intersection Design Studies - Exhibit(s)
Existing Conditions Exhibit
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Proposed Conditions Exhibits (6 estimated)
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Collision Diagrams - Exhibit
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100 Project Management & Administration Subtotal:
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IN-HOUSE DIRECT COSTS
Village of Mount Prospect
Central Road Pedestrian Crossing Study
PHASE
Meetings
Description
Unit
Unit Cost
Quantity
Extended Cost
Presentation Prints
sheet
$ 100.00
4
$ 400.00
Vehicle (mileage)
mile
$ 0.535
80
$ 42.80
Data Collection
Description Unit Unit Cost
Vehicle (mileage) mile $ 0.535
Traffic Studies
Description Unit Unit Cost
Miovision dollar $ 60.00
Total: $ 442.80
Quantity Extended Cost
100 $ 53.50
Total: $ 53.50
Quantity Extended Cost
48 $ 2,880.00
Total: $ 2,880.00
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