This document summarizes the County of Fairfax's Student Free Fare Program, which provides free bus passes for middle and high school students on Fairfax Connector buses. It launched as a pilot program at 5 schools and provided over 2,300 passes to students. Student surveys found most use the passes for after-school activities and would like the program expanded to include weekend hours and dates. Ridership data is presented and the report recommends expanding the program based on positive feedback and increasing student participation in activities.
Fairfax County and the NVTA TransAction Update: Feb. 7, 2017Fairfax County
The document provides an update from the Fairfax County Department of Transportation on the TransAction transportation plan. It discusses the purpose and process of developing the TransAction plan through the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority. It provides an overview of Fairfax County projects included in the previous and current TransAction plans, as well as community feedback received. Next steps in the TransAction planning process are also outlined.
North Kings Highway (VA 241) Intersection Improvements StudyFairfax County
The document summarizes studies and public feedback on proposed transportation improvements at the intersection of North Kings Highway (VA 241) and surrounding areas in Fairfax County, Virginia. It discusses two build alternatives, Option 8C and 8D, and compares them to a no-build alternative in terms of estimated costs, property impacts, travel times, and safety. Option 8C is recommended as it offers safer operations, reduced delays, improved travel times, minimal property impacts, and cost effectiveness, while also enhancing pedestrian safety and walkability. Public comments on the alternatives will be accepted through November 15, 2015.
Student Free Fare Program Update and RecommendationsFairfax County
The document provides an update and recommendations on the County of Fairfax, Virginia Student Free Fare Program. It summarizes ridership data showing growth in the program. Surveys of students, administrators, and bus operators found majority support extending hours to include weekends. Recommendations include expanding hours to 5 AM-10 PM daily including Saturdays and Sundays, and increasing outreach to more schools. An enhanced student pass design and inclusion of Metrobus may further grow the successful program.
The County of Fairfax, Virginia developed a student free fare program on Fairfax Connector buses in response to a board matter requesting the exploration of transportation partnerships with Fairfax County Public Schools. An interdepartmental working group was formed between the Department of Transportation and Fairfax County Public Schools to coordinate the planning and implementation of the student bus pass pilot program. The working group focused on providing free trips to high school and middle school students on Fairfax Connector buses and providing educational materials to students on bus usage. The working group finalized program details such as pass design, distribution through schools, and in-school outreach events at five high schools as part of the initial pilot program.
Transportation Alternatives Program Workshop and Public CommentFairfax County
This document summarizes a workshop held by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation about the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). TAP provides federal funding for non-motorized transportation projects. The workshop provided an overview of eligible project types, the application and selection process, and status updates on current and proposed TAP projects in Fairfax County. Attendees were invited to provide input on project recommendations or comments.
Great Falls Street Sidewalk Citizens Information Meeting: Sept. 13, 2016Fairfax County
This document summarizes a citizens information meeting held by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation regarding the preliminary design of a new sidewalk along Great Falls Street from North West Street to Osborn Street. The meeting agenda included providing context and background on the project, summarizing the preliminary design, presenting the project schedule, and holding a question and answer session. Attendees were also invited to view design plans and other information during an open house portion of the meeting.
Fairfax County and the NVTA TransAction UpdateFairfax County
The document discusses the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority's (NVTA) TransAction plan, which is the long range transportation plan for Northern Virginia. It summarizes that Fairfax County staff has proposed modifications and additions to projects to be included in the updated TransAction plan based on recently completed studies and plans. It also discusses how NVTA funding is incorporated into the County's Transportation Priorities Plan and lists examples of County projects that have received NVTA funding. The County will be conducting public outreach on the TransAction plan update throughout the spring and fall.
Design Public Hearing Presentation for Wiehle Avenue at W&OD TrailFairfax County
The document summarizes a public hearing presentation for a proposed project to grade separate the W&OD Trail from Wiehle Avenue in Fairfax County, Virginia. The project aims to improve safety by eliminating conflicts between vehicles and trail users and allowing free-flowing traffic. The proposed design would raise the trail over Wiehle Avenue on a bridge and close the existing at-grade crossing. Dominion Virginia Power electrical lines would also be relocated as part of the project. Feedback was requested on bridge type, retaining wall finishes, medallions and other aesthetic elements. Anticipated project schedule was provided.
Fairfax County and the NVTA TransAction Update: Feb. 7, 2017Fairfax County
The document provides an update from the Fairfax County Department of Transportation on the TransAction transportation plan. It discusses the purpose and process of developing the TransAction plan through the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority. It provides an overview of Fairfax County projects included in the previous and current TransAction plans, as well as community feedback received. Next steps in the TransAction planning process are also outlined.
North Kings Highway (VA 241) Intersection Improvements StudyFairfax County
The document summarizes studies and public feedback on proposed transportation improvements at the intersection of North Kings Highway (VA 241) and surrounding areas in Fairfax County, Virginia. It discusses two build alternatives, Option 8C and 8D, and compares them to a no-build alternative in terms of estimated costs, property impacts, travel times, and safety. Option 8C is recommended as it offers safer operations, reduced delays, improved travel times, minimal property impacts, and cost effectiveness, while also enhancing pedestrian safety and walkability. Public comments on the alternatives will be accepted through November 15, 2015.
Student Free Fare Program Update and RecommendationsFairfax County
The document provides an update and recommendations on the County of Fairfax, Virginia Student Free Fare Program. It summarizes ridership data showing growth in the program. Surveys of students, administrators, and bus operators found majority support extending hours to include weekends. Recommendations include expanding hours to 5 AM-10 PM daily including Saturdays and Sundays, and increasing outreach to more schools. An enhanced student pass design and inclusion of Metrobus may further grow the successful program.
The County of Fairfax, Virginia developed a student free fare program on Fairfax Connector buses in response to a board matter requesting the exploration of transportation partnerships with Fairfax County Public Schools. An interdepartmental working group was formed between the Department of Transportation and Fairfax County Public Schools to coordinate the planning and implementation of the student bus pass pilot program. The working group focused on providing free trips to high school and middle school students on Fairfax Connector buses and providing educational materials to students on bus usage. The working group finalized program details such as pass design, distribution through schools, and in-school outreach events at five high schools as part of the initial pilot program.
Transportation Alternatives Program Workshop and Public CommentFairfax County
This document summarizes a workshop held by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation about the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). TAP provides federal funding for non-motorized transportation projects. The workshop provided an overview of eligible project types, the application and selection process, and status updates on current and proposed TAP projects in Fairfax County. Attendees were invited to provide input on project recommendations or comments.
Great Falls Street Sidewalk Citizens Information Meeting: Sept. 13, 2016Fairfax County
This document summarizes a citizens information meeting held by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation regarding the preliminary design of a new sidewalk along Great Falls Street from North West Street to Osborn Street. The meeting agenda included providing context and background on the project, summarizing the preliminary design, presenting the project schedule, and holding a question and answer session. Attendees were also invited to view design plans and other information during an open house portion of the meeting.
Fairfax County and the NVTA TransAction UpdateFairfax County
The document discusses the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority's (NVTA) TransAction plan, which is the long range transportation plan for Northern Virginia. It summarizes that Fairfax County staff has proposed modifications and additions to projects to be included in the updated TransAction plan based on recently completed studies and plans. It also discusses how NVTA funding is incorporated into the County's Transportation Priorities Plan and lists examples of County projects that have received NVTA funding. The County will be conducting public outreach on the TransAction plan update throughout the spring and fall.
Design Public Hearing Presentation for Wiehle Avenue at W&OD TrailFairfax County
The document summarizes a public hearing presentation for a proposed project to grade separate the W&OD Trail from Wiehle Avenue in Fairfax County, Virginia. The project aims to improve safety by eliminating conflicts between vehicles and trail users and allowing free-flowing traffic. The proposed design would raise the trail over Wiehle Avenue on a bridge and close the existing at-grade crossing. Dominion Virginia Power electrical lines would also be relocated as part of the project. Feedback was requested on bridge type, retaining wall finishes, medallions and other aesthetic elements. Anticipated project schedule was provided.
Transportation Alternatives Public Meeting: Sept. 14, 2017Fairfax County
This document summarizes a public meeting held by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation regarding Transportation Alternatives funding. It provides an overview of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside program and eligible project activities like sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails. It also outlines Fairfax County's proposed projects for funding in fiscal years 2019-2020, and provides contact information for public input on project recommendations or comments.
Status of I-66 Corridor Improvement Projects: US Route 15 to I-495Fairfax County
This document summarizes the status of improvement projects along the I-66 corridor from US Route 15 to I-495 in Fairfax County, Virginia. It discusses the tiered NEPA process being used to study improvements, with Tier 1 examining broad concepts and Tier 2 analyzing specific details of selected concepts. The Tier 1 process identified 10 alternative concepts and concluded that no single concept could satisfy all needs. A Request for Information received responses supporting public-private partnerships and managed lanes as solutions. Next steps include identifying Tier 2 projects and initiating associated studies.
Policy on Level of Service in Activity CentersFairfax County
The document discusses a recommendation to change the level of service (LOS) standard from LOS D to LOS E for activity centers in Fairfax County, Virginia. LOS measures traffic flow on roadways, with higher letters indicating more delays. The recommendation aims to create a more pedestrian-friendly environment in activity centers by allowing more delays. While increasing congestion, it would reduce infrastructure costs and better support transit and non-motorized travel as outlined in the county's policies. Several local and national jurisdictions already apply LOS E in dense, transit-oriented areas. The staff recommends approving the change to LOS E for activity centers through an amendment to the Transportation Policy Plan.
Transportation Services Group: Employer Services in Fairfax CountyFairfax County
The document summarizes transportation demand management (TDM) strategies and services offered by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation to help reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips and encourage alternative commuting options. The services provided to local businesses include carpooling, vanpooling, bus and rail service, telework programs, commuter benefits, and guaranteed ride home. Employers benefit from eased commuting stress for employees and increased recruitment, retention, and employee morale. Individual TDM services can be tailored to each company's needs.
Reston Network Analysis: Stakeholder Kick-off Meeting Fairfax County
This document provides an overview of the Reston Network Analysis study being conducted by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation. The study aims to analyze and optimize the conceptual grid of streets planned for the Reston Transit Station Areas to determine road design and accommodate different transportation modes. It will involve collecting data, modeling existing and future traffic conditions, engaging stakeholders, and selecting improvements. The analysis will be conducted over 12 months to refine the street grid and integrate it into the comprehensive plan.
Bi-County Parkway: Evaluation of Impacts on Fairfax County RoadsFairfax County
This document from the Fairfax County Department of Transportation evaluates the impacts of building or not building the proposed Bi-County Parkway on Fairfax County roads. It provides background on the project, noting its evolution from the Tri-County Parkway and its intended purpose to improve north-south connections. Traffic forecasts from 2013 predict the parkway would attract some traffic from parallel roads like Gum Springs Road but have only minor benefits for roads in Fairfax County. It concludes that while some parallel roads may see reduced traffic, the overall volume on the parkway represents additional trips rather than diversions.
Requirements for Pedestrian Improvements on Road Projects in the Board's Six ...Fairfax County
Requirements for Pedestrian Improvements on Road Projects in the Board's Six Year Priority Plan and on Bridges
Board Transportation Committee
March 17, 2015
Braeburn Dr. Restriping: 2017 VDOT RepavingFairfax County
The document discusses proposed changes to restripe Braeburn Dr in Fairfax County, Virginia as part of an upcoming VDOT repaving project. The Fairfax County Department of Transportation wants to take advantage of the repaving to add bike lanes by restriping the existing pavement width. The proposed changes would add 5-foot bike lanes on either side of the street while preserving on-street parking by narrowing travel lanes to 10 feet. Community input is being gathered on the proposal, with comments accepted until March 9th before finalizing plans for construction in summer/fall 2017.
Reston Network Analysis Umitigated Results: Jan. 11, 2016Fairfax County
The Reston Network Analysis is to conduct a detailed analysis of the grid of streets, assign urban street types and modal emphasis based on Department of Rail and Public Transportation Multimodal System Design Guidelines, and conduct a phasing analysis of when larger projects are needed.
Mason District 2016 VDOT Repaving: Complete Streets-Improving Multimodal Mobi...Fairfax County
This document discusses proposed bicycle infrastructure improvements in Fairfax County, Virginia. It outlines plans to implement bike lanes on several roads in the Mason District through road diets and lane restriping, including on Ravensworth Rd, Heritage Dr, John Marr Dr, McWhorter Pl, and Markham St. It provides background on each road, existing conditions, proposed designs adding bike lanes, and estimates minimal traffic impacts. It discusses the benefits of road diets in improving safety and mobility for cyclists and pedestrians. Community input is sought on the plans with construction aimed for Summer 2016.
Countywide Transit Network Study: Proposed High Quality Transit Network: Janu...Fairfax County
This presentation summarizes Fairfax County's proposed High Quality Transit Network (HQTN). The HQTN aims to improve public transit usage and support future growth by replacing Enhanced Public Transportation Corridors with a network of commuter rail, Metrorail, light rail, and bus rapid transit lines. The proposed HQTN builds on existing transit investments and the 2015 Constrained Long Range Plan by adding 34 miles of Metrorail, 33 miles of light rail/BRT, and 113 miles of express bus service. Next steps include finalizing documentation, obtaining public comments, and incorporating recommendations into the County's Comprehensive Plan.
2017 VDOT Repaving and Restriping-Reston: Nov. 14, 2016Fairfax County
The document summarizes a county transportation department presentation about planned 2017 road repaving and restriping projects to add bicycle facilities. It outlines the meeting agenda which included community feedback stations. It then details specific streets slated for repaving, different types of bicycle facilities being considered, and how lane diets and road diets can improve safety. Next steps include a public comment period and future meetings before finalizing designs.
Reston Network Analysis: Existing ConditionsFairfax County
This document summarizes an existing conditions analysis and next steps for a transportation network study in Reston, Virginia. It finds that under current conditions, some intersections are already at poor levels of service during peak hours. It also outlines the data collection process, analyzes pedestrian, bicycle, and transit networks, and models future 2030 and 2050 traffic based on planned land development. Next steps include testing a 2050 buildout, evaluating mitigation measures with stakeholders, and conducting more detailed studies of specific locations. The goal is to create a balanced multimodal transportation network that supports planned growth.
Citizens Information Meeting: North West Street and Great Falls Street SidewalksFairfax County
This document summarizes a citizens information meeting about a proposed sidewalk project in Fairfax County, Virginia. The meeting discussed preliminary design plans to install sidewalks along North West Street and Great Falls Street, including typical road sections, potential property impacts, the land acquisition process, and preliminary construction schedule. Contact information was provided for county departments and a design consultant involved in the project. Attendees were invited to ask questions about the agenda items presented.
The document summarizes the Student Free Fare Program pilot between Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools. The program provides free bus passes to middle and high school students on Fairfax Connector buses. An evaluation of the pilot's first 6 months found over 3,800 weekly riders with highest ridership in the afternoon. Next steps discussed expanding outreach and assessing student and school feedback to refine the program for future school years.
Student Free Fare Program Update and Recommendations: Board Transportation Co...Fairfax County
The document provides an update and recommendations on the County of Fairfax, Virginia Student Free Fare Program. It summarizes ridership data showing growth in the program. Surveys of students, administrators, and bus operators found majority support extending hours to include weekends. Recommendations include expanding hours until 10pm daily and including Saturday and Sunday service for the 2016-17 school year. Future recommendations are integrating the program with Metrobus and implementing a universal student photo ID that can be used for transit and other programs.
Transportation Alternatives Public Meeting: Sept. 14, 2017Fairfax County
This document summarizes a public meeting held by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation regarding Transportation Alternatives funding. It provides an overview of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside program and eligible project activities like sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails. It also outlines Fairfax County's proposed projects for funding in fiscal years 2019-2020, and provides contact information for public input on project recommendations or comments.
Status of I-66 Corridor Improvement Projects: US Route 15 to I-495Fairfax County
This document summarizes the status of improvement projects along the I-66 corridor from US Route 15 to I-495 in Fairfax County, Virginia. It discusses the tiered NEPA process being used to study improvements, with Tier 1 examining broad concepts and Tier 2 analyzing specific details of selected concepts. The Tier 1 process identified 10 alternative concepts and concluded that no single concept could satisfy all needs. A Request for Information received responses supporting public-private partnerships and managed lanes as solutions. Next steps include identifying Tier 2 projects and initiating associated studies.
Policy on Level of Service in Activity CentersFairfax County
The document discusses a recommendation to change the level of service (LOS) standard from LOS D to LOS E for activity centers in Fairfax County, Virginia. LOS measures traffic flow on roadways, with higher letters indicating more delays. The recommendation aims to create a more pedestrian-friendly environment in activity centers by allowing more delays. While increasing congestion, it would reduce infrastructure costs and better support transit and non-motorized travel as outlined in the county's policies. Several local and national jurisdictions already apply LOS E in dense, transit-oriented areas. The staff recommends approving the change to LOS E for activity centers through an amendment to the Transportation Policy Plan.
Transportation Services Group: Employer Services in Fairfax CountyFairfax County
The document summarizes transportation demand management (TDM) strategies and services offered by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation to help reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips and encourage alternative commuting options. The services provided to local businesses include carpooling, vanpooling, bus and rail service, telework programs, commuter benefits, and guaranteed ride home. Employers benefit from eased commuting stress for employees and increased recruitment, retention, and employee morale. Individual TDM services can be tailored to each company's needs.
Reston Network Analysis: Stakeholder Kick-off Meeting Fairfax County
This document provides an overview of the Reston Network Analysis study being conducted by the Fairfax County Department of Transportation. The study aims to analyze and optimize the conceptual grid of streets planned for the Reston Transit Station Areas to determine road design and accommodate different transportation modes. It will involve collecting data, modeling existing and future traffic conditions, engaging stakeholders, and selecting improvements. The analysis will be conducted over 12 months to refine the street grid and integrate it into the comprehensive plan.
Bi-County Parkway: Evaluation of Impacts on Fairfax County RoadsFairfax County
This document from the Fairfax County Department of Transportation evaluates the impacts of building or not building the proposed Bi-County Parkway on Fairfax County roads. It provides background on the project, noting its evolution from the Tri-County Parkway and its intended purpose to improve north-south connections. Traffic forecasts from 2013 predict the parkway would attract some traffic from parallel roads like Gum Springs Road but have only minor benefits for roads in Fairfax County. It concludes that while some parallel roads may see reduced traffic, the overall volume on the parkway represents additional trips rather than diversions.
Requirements for Pedestrian Improvements on Road Projects in the Board's Six ...Fairfax County
Requirements for Pedestrian Improvements on Road Projects in the Board's Six Year Priority Plan and on Bridges
Board Transportation Committee
March 17, 2015
Braeburn Dr. Restriping: 2017 VDOT RepavingFairfax County
The document discusses proposed changes to restripe Braeburn Dr in Fairfax County, Virginia as part of an upcoming VDOT repaving project. The Fairfax County Department of Transportation wants to take advantage of the repaving to add bike lanes by restriping the existing pavement width. The proposed changes would add 5-foot bike lanes on either side of the street while preserving on-street parking by narrowing travel lanes to 10 feet. Community input is being gathered on the proposal, with comments accepted until March 9th before finalizing plans for construction in summer/fall 2017.
Reston Network Analysis Umitigated Results: Jan. 11, 2016Fairfax County
The Reston Network Analysis is to conduct a detailed analysis of the grid of streets, assign urban street types and modal emphasis based on Department of Rail and Public Transportation Multimodal System Design Guidelines, and conduct a phasing analysis of when larger projects are needed.
Mason District 2016 VDOT Repaving: Complete Streets-Improving Multimodal Mobi...Fairfax County
This document discusses proposed bicycle infrastructure improvements in Fairfax County, Virginia. It outlines plans to implement bike lanes on several roads in the Mason District through road diets and lane restriping, including on Ravensworth Rd, Heritage Dr, John Marr Dr, McWhorter Pl, and Markham St. It provides background on each road, existing conditions, proposed designs adding bike lanes, and estimates minimal traffic impacts. It discusses the benefits of road diets in improving safety and mobility for cyclists and pedestrians. Community input is sought on the plans with construction aimed for Summer 2016.
Countywide Transit Network Study: Proposed High Quality Transit Network: Janu...Fairfax County
This presentation summarizes Fairfax County's proposed High Quality Transit Network (HQTN). The HQTN aims to improve public transit usage and support future growth by replacing Enhanced Public Transportation Corridors with a network of commuter rail, Metrorail, light rail, and bus rapid transit lines. The proposed HQTN builds on existing transit investments and the 2015 Constrained Long Range Plan by adding 34 miles of Metrorail, 33 miles of light rail/BRT, and 113 miles of express bus service. Next steps include finalizing documentation, obtaining public comments, and incorporating recommendations into the County's Comprehensive Plan.
2017 VDOT Repaving and Restriping-Reston: Nov. 14, 2016Fairfax County
The document summarizes a county transportation department presentation about planned 2017 road repaving and restriping projects to add bicycle facilities. It outlines the meeting agenda which included community feedback stations. It then details specific streets slated for repaving, different types of bicycle facilities being considered, and how lane diets and road diets can improve safety. Next steps include a public comment period and future meetings before finalizing designs.
Reston Network Analysis: Existing ConditionsFairfax County
This document summarizes an existing conditions analysis and next steps for a transportation network study in Reston, Virginia. It finds that under current conditions, some intersections are already at poor levels of service during peak hours. It also outlines the data collection process, analyzes pedestrian, bicycle, and transit networks, and models future 2030 and 2050 traffic based on planned land development. Next steps include testing a 2050 buildout, evaluating mitigation measures with stakeholders, and conducting more detailed studies of specific locations. The goal is to create a balanced multimodal transportation network that supports planned growth.
Citizens Information Meeting: North West Street and Great Falls Street SidewalksFairfax County
This document summarizes a citizens information meeting about a proposed sidewalk project in Fairfax County, Virginia. The meeting discussed preliminary design plans to install sidewalks along North West Street and Great Falls Street, including typical road sections, potential property impacts, the land acquisition process, and preliminary construction schedule. Contact information was provided for county departments and a design consultant involved in the project. Attendees were invited to ask questions about the agenda items presented.
The document summarizes the Student Free Fare Program pilot between Fairfax County and Fairfax County Public Schools. The program provides free bus passes to middle and high school students on Fairfax Connector buses. An evaluation of the pilot's first 6 months found over 3,800 weekly riders with highest ridership in the afternoon. Next steps discussed expanding outreach and assessing student and school feedback to refine the program for future school years.
Student Free Fare Program Update and Recommendations: Board Transportation Co...Fairfax County
The document provides an update and recommendations on the County of Fairfax, Virginia Student Free Fare Program. It summarizes ridership data showing growth in the program. Surveys of students, administrators, and bus operators found majority support extending hours to include weekends. Recommendations include expanding hours until 10pm daily and including Saturday and Sunday service for the 2016-17 school year. Future recommendations are integrating the program with Metrobus and implementing a universal student photo ID that can be used for transit and other programs.
The Safe Routes to School program aims to increase walking and biking to school through education, encouragement, enforcement, engineering, and evaluation. Fewer children now walk or bike to school, resulting in issues like obesity, traffic injuries, and air pollution. The program partners with schools and agencies to provide safety lessons, events, infrastructure improvements, and enforcement. Evaluation through surveys shows the program has increased non-motorized school transportation but more parent involvement is still needed. Future plans include expanding to more schools and focusing on assemblies, after school programs, and recruiting parent volunteers.
The survey found that most students get to and from school by family vehicle. There is an opportunity to shift modes and reduce car trips through improvements and incentives. The report estimates a potential reduction of 2,000 car trips daily or 670,000 miles driven per year by increasing walking, biking, bus ridership and carpooling. Top issues reported along routes were unsafe driver behavior and poor sidewalk conditions. The survey supports prioritizing improvements to make active transportation safer and more attractive.
West Virginia GEAR UP is a federally funded program that helps students in ten counties prepare to succeed in education and training beyond high school. “GEAR UP” stands for “Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs,” and the program’s goal is to help more students pursue their dreams of earning a college diploma or skillset certificate.
West Virginia GEAR UP is managed by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission), in collaboration with the West Virginia Community and Technical College System, the West Virginia Department of Education, the West Virginia Department of Education and the Arts and many other community partners.
The GEAR UP program operates on seven-year cycles. The Commission is administering its second consecutive GEAR UP grant, which began in 2014 and will conclude in 2021.
This presentation provides an introduction to the purpose and administration of the 2014-2021 project and is intended for project personnel working in districts and schools served by the West Virginia GEAR UP program.
Co-authors/presenters: Melissa Gattuso, Dr. Adam S. Green, Jason Luyster, Elizabeth Manuel, Heather McChesney and Scott McDonie.
The document summarizes a survey of Washington state school district policies and practices related to online learning. It found that policies varied widely between districts, with small rural districts most restrictive. Most districts approved online courses from a variety of providers for credit recovery. Ensuring quality included reviewing course alignment and teacher training, though practices differed. Barriers to online learning included funding, course quality concerns, and lack of support systems.
This document provides information about the Active Routes to School program in North Carolina. It serves 8 counties in Region 1 including Jackson, Graham, Clay, Cherokee, Swain, Macon, Haywood and Transylvania. The program goals are to increase walking and biking to school through education, encouragement, enforcement and engineering programs. It highlights some successful programs including a weekly walking program in Cullowhee Valley School and a summer biking program in Clay County. The program has led to increased participation in Walk to School and Bike to School days since starting in 2014.
The document discusses Georgia's Safe Routes to School program and its efforts to support low-income communities. It provides details on 4 case studies of SRTS programs at low-income elementary schools in Georgia that faced challenges with issues like crime, lack of infrastructure, and parental involvement. Through partnerships and activities like walking school buses and bike/pedestrian education, the schools were able to increase the number of students walking and succeed in their SRTS programs.
The Vermont Virtual Learning Cooperative (VTVLC) provides online educational resources and courses to Vermont students and schools. It connects students to dozens of online classes taught by Vermont teachers, similar to programs in 26 other states. VTVLC benefits students seeking classes not offered at their school, with scheduling conflicts, or needing flexible learning or credit recovery. One in three Vermont schools partners with VTVLC, receiving tuition-free online seats and training for teachers, while non-partner schools can enroll students for a low tuition rate.
St. Louis Youth - Drive for Tomorrow is a one day teen drivers safety program intended to educate and heighten awareness toward positive driving habits for new and future drivers.
Educating Future Leaders: D.C. Public Schools Bicycle Education ProgramFionnuala Quinn
Presentation: Educating Future Leaders - Collaborate Efforts for Social Change: An Analysis of the D. C. Public Schools Second Grade
Bicycle Education Program. Presented at 2016 Pro Walk/Pro Bike/Pro Place Conference in Vancouver, BC. Presenters:
Leigh Ann Von Hagen, Research Project Manager, Voorhees Transportation Center, Rutgers University
Rick Holt, Senior Trainer/Consultant, George Mason University
Mary Butcher, Associate, The Bureau of Good Roads
Fionnuala Quinn, Director, The Bureau of Good Roads
The document summarizes the history and goals of the Safe Routes to School program. It began in the 1970s in Denmark and Britain where implementing traffic calming measures and non-motorized transportation networks led to significant reductions in child pedestrian casualties. Similar programs developed in North America. The goals of Safe Routes to School are to increase physical activity and improve safety for walking and biking to school through infrastructure, enforcement, education, and encouragement programs. New Jersey's program has funded over $30 million in infrastructure projects and expanded resources through partnerships with Transportation Management Associations.
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors - Public Hearing - FY2020 Advertised Budg...Tony Bennett Shivers
Written testimony submitted to Fairfax County Board of Supervisors supporting increased education investment in the Fairfax County FY20 advertised budget. The FY20 advertised budget fully funds Fairfax County Public Schools as passed by the Fairfax County School Board ($3B total budget that contains a $117.4M or 4.1% over FY19) with the priority of increasing teacher compensation to be more market competitive. Also urged the Board of Supervisors to work more with the business community to help support FCPS. Companies like Amazon, Blackboard, and Google are expanding their footprint in Northern Virginia. These companies should be helping to prepare Fairfax County students for the global economy.
The document summarizes the Ohio Reach Campus Model and Wright State University's Independent Scholars Network, which aim to support foster youth pursuing higher education. The Ohio Reach Campus Model establishes foster care liaisons at Ohio universities and colleges to address recruitment and retention of emancipated foster youth. Wright State's Independent Scholars Network provides initiatives, services, and resources to enhance retention of former foster youth. It actively recruits prospective students and has two foster care liaisons committed to changing experiences for this student group.
Napa County Office of Education brochure to be used during the Association of California School Administrator's Legislative Action Day in Sacramento, CA on April 15.
The document summarizes progress made over the past few years for schools in West Hollywood and Fairfax, including modernizing and upgrading several schools, expanding tutoring and mentoring programs, and funding technological and facilities upgrades. It highlights accomplishments such as serving over 140 million meals during the pandemic, launching a college savings program for first graders, and supporting graduation ceremonies during the pandemic.
This document summarizes a project organized by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute aimed at improving access to and quality of education in Pakistan through participatory school governance. The project took place over 18 months in 6 union councils across Khanewal and Vehari districts. It found issues like low enrollment, high dropout rates, gender gaps, and rural-urban gaps in education. Through tools like citizen report cards and social accountability interventions, it assessed satisfaction with education quality and made recommendations to address reasons for low attendance and high dropout rates like poverty, lack of awareness, and poor school environments. Suggested policies to improve the situation included increasing coordination between teachers, parents and local representatives; improving teacher qualifications; and incentivizing female education.
The document summarizes the results of a student transportation survey conducted by the Vermont Department of Health. It provides demographic information about the 792 respondents which were primarily white, educated parents. It also gives details on the transportation methods and durations for over 1,300 students across several schools in Essex Town, Essex Junction, and Westford. The majority walk or are driven to school, with driving being more common in Essex Junction. Distance, lack of sidewalks, and weather were cited as the top reasons for not walking among the different locations.
Florida’s tax-credit scholarship program—a type of private school choice program—serves some of the most disadvantaged students in the state. In an effort to better understand how those families feel about the program and their schools, our researchers surveyed more than 14,000 parents and guardians of Florida children using tax-credit scholarships.
Download the full report at www.edchoice.org/FLParentSurvey.
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Merrifield Nursery Emergency Gravity Sewer ReplacementFairfax County
During a routine Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Camera inspection by Wastewater Collection Division (WCD), it was found that 45 linear feet of 8-inch asbestos reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) between MH-292 to MH-291 was within imminent danger of failing. The bottom of the RCP was missing within the 45 linear feet of repair and the pipe was on the verge of surcharging. After an immediate pre-construction meeting with Merrifield Nursery, it was agreed to work from 6pm-10am everyday of the week to avoid disruption and potentially placing patrons at risk during the biggest time of the year for Merrifield Garden Center. The contractor mobilized to the site and began the 20-foot excavation to replace 45 linear feet of broken gravity sewer. The project started on March 14th, 2022 and was substantially complete on March 23, 2022.
The Sully Basins Stormwater Pond Retrofits project was substantially completed on April 19, 2022. The project is located within the Cub Run watershed. The project consisted of repair and enhancement of multiple stormwater basins, 0326DP, 0964DP and 1484DP. The project also included construction of new stone cascades, stone weir basin structures and the construction of wetlands with high and low marsh areas. The project will facilitate improved sediment removal and improve downstream water quality using forebays and micro pools. Aquatic and natural habitat were also added within the three basins.
Clarks Crossing Road Improvements 05-13-22Fairfax County
This document summarizes a pedestrian access improvement project along Clarks Crossing Road in Fairfax County, Virginia. The project improved pedestrian and bicycle access by constructing a missing link of sidewalk between Brookside Lane and an existing sidewalk further along Clarks Crossing Road. Work included installing sidewalk, curb ramps, drainage improvements, and milling and overlaying asphalt. The project was substantially completed in March 2022 and provides approximately 200 feet of new pedestrian access along Clarks Crossing Road.
Tysons West Wastewater Conveyance Systems Modifications Project 05-22.pptxFairfax County
Future wastewater flows in northern Fairfax County exceed existing system capacity
Treatment capacity is available in Noman M. Cole Jr. Pollution Control Plant in Lorton, VA
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Pollutant reduction
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3,400 lbs/total nitrogen
462.1 tons of total suspended sediment
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Increased ecological diversity with native vegetation
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Sewer back-ups into homes
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Improve water quality and stream protection
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Student Free Fare Program Update: April 19, 2016
1. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Student Free Fare Program
UPDATE
Fairfax County TAC
April 19, 2016
FCDOT Transit Services Division
FCPS Transportation
2. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Student Free Fare Program
Provide free trips on Fairfax Connector buses to
Fairfax County high school and middle school
students
• Developed in response to a Board Matter
• FY2015 budget language requested the Department
of Transportation explore transportation partnerships
with Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)
• County and FCPS LOBs intersection project
Department of Transportation
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3. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Purpose
• Provide Fairfax County students with
transportation options
– Freedom to access before and after
school activities such as, tutoring,
sports, clubs, community service, and
employment
• Workforce commuter preparedness
– Preparing the next generation of transit
riders for a more urban transportation
and multi-modal environment
Department of Transportation
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4. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Goals
• Short Term
– Fill gaps for school
transportation services
impacted by new school hours
for FCPS high school students
– Provide flexibility for students
to travel on existing service
– Increase Fairfax Connector
ridership
Department of Transportation
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5. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Goals
• Long Term
– As the County continues to grow more urban &
densely populated; positions Fairfax Connector to be
a vital and sustainable transportation option
– Establishes transit as an important component of the
County’s transportation system -- especially with
Millennials
– Reduces congestion on transportation network, by
reducing the number of trips that parents must make
to transport students
– Workforce commuter preparedness
Department of Transportation
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6. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Pilot Program Requirements
• Pass required to ride
• Pass distribution and permission forms maintained and
distributed by FCPS
• Passes valid on Fairfax Connector only
‒ Monday - Friday
‒ 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Parent/guardian permission required
• Adherence to Fairfax Connector rules of conduct
• Provisions for home and private school students who
reside in Fairfax County
Department of Transportation
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7. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax Connector Responsibilities
• Outreach
– Public & School
• Pass production
– Cost sharing with FCPS
• Operational readiness
– Enhanced bus operator training
– Farebox programming (ridership data)
Department of Transportation
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8. County of Fairfax, Virginia
FCPS Responsibilities
• Pass distribution and tracking
– 6,200 passes distributed to schools
– Unique serial number
• allows schools to administratively track passes assigned to
students
• Regular coordination with FCDOT on school
outreach strategies and pass distribution
Department of Transportation
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9. County of Fairfax, Virginia
In-School Outreach
• Targeted 5 schools based on
– Fairfax Connector bus service access
– Geographic distribution
• Schools
– Chantilly High School (Chantilly)
– Edison High School (Alexandria)
– Madison High School (Vienna)
– Mount Vernon High School (Alexandria)
– South Lakes High School (Reston)
Department of Transportation
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10. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Outreach
• Elizabeth’s Journey: How to Ride
– Featured on Channels 16 & 21; in school media
– Travel training
– Bike & Ride training
– Rules of riding
• “Give respect to get respect”
11. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Outreach
• Web & social media
campaign
• Pre-school Year Events/Open
Houses
– On-site pass sign-up/
distribution
– On-site Fairfax Connector
bus, operator & staff
– Customized map with bus
stop and route information
Department of Transportation
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12. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Student Participation Targeted 5 Schools
Department of Transportation
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Location # of Passes
Distributed
High School
Population
% of Students with
Passes
Chantilly HS 191 2,680 7%
Edison HS 814 1,936 42%
James Madison HS 81 2,109 4%
Mt. Vernon HS 314 1,963 16%
South Lakes HS 943 2,430 39%
TOTALS 2,343 11,118 students 22% (average)
14. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Department of Transportation
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A total of 904 student trips taken on before 6AM or after 8PM
162
1,186
11,637
4,170
2,485
1,876 2,108 2,359
3,351 3,611
15,157
10,940
7,575
4,226
2,487
1,034
442 206 94
5 AM 6 AM 7 AM 8 AM 9 AM 10 AM 11 AM 12 PM 1 PM 2 PM 3 PM 4 PM 5 PM 6 PM 7 PM 8 PM 9 PM 10 PM 11 PM
Weekday Student Ridership by Time of Day *
*Total weekday ridership since
inception
15. County of Fairfax, Virginia
• Some student pass usage on weekends
was recorded in our ridership data
– Demonstrates demand for weekend service,
which was also noted in student survey
responses
– Working with service contractor to monitor
and address
Department of Transportation
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Student Ridership
16. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Surveys: Assessing Opinions
• Program impact
– Surveys
• Quantitative and qualitative data
from students, parents, school
officials, and bus operators
– Student surveys capture ideas
for refining program
• Increasing ridership
Department of Transportation
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17. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Student Survey Results
Survey Participation
Rate (94 responses in
total)
– 3.9% overall South
Lakes HS student
pop.
– 10% of students with
passes
– Near even
distribution
grades 9-12
Department of Transportation
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1.1%
27.7%
23.4%
25.5%
22.3%
What grade are you in?
8th grade
9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
18. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Pass Data
Department of Transportation
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Do you have a Free Student Bus Pass?
Yes
No
20.5%
79.5%
19. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Program Information
Department of Transportation
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If you heard about the free bus pass at school,
can you be more specific?
Answer Options
Response
Percent
School announcement 52.40%
Friends 22.00%
School orientation event 13.40%
Teacher, counselor, or administrator
4.90%
Parent or guardian 4.90%
School website 1.20%
Fairfax Connector flier 1.20%
20. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Pass Usage
Department of Transportation
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How often do you use your free bus pass?
1-2 days a week
3-4 days a week
5 days a week
Once every 2 weeks
Once a month
Other (please specify)
50%
This category includes: don’t
have a bus pass, everyday use,
or use it when necessary
21. County of Fairfax, Virginia
When do you use the pass?
Department of Transportation
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49.3%
12.3%
82.2%
37.0%
20.5%
Morning Middle of the day Afternoon Evening Weekends
22. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Where do you go with your pass?
Where do you typically travel with the free pass?
(select all that apply)
Answer Options Response Percent
To your home 45.6%
To your school 32.3%
To an after school job 11.8%
To another school for a special program or activity 4.4%
To an activity center (e.g. the mall, RECenter, parks, movie
theater)
5.9%
Department of Transportation
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23. County of Fairfax, Virginia
How would you improve the program?
Department of Transportation
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60.3%
75.9%
62.1%
5.2%
Extend hours Include Saturday Include Sunday Other
What would you do to improve the program?
(select all that apply)
“Because some students have
to go to school on the
weekends.
We have practice and
activities to attend and we
don’t have a ride.”
“Post flyers at
every single high
school;
More bus
frequency”
24. County of Fairfax, Virginia
What the students are saying…
Department of Transportation
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“It’s helpful to my education
because it provides me with
transportation when I stay
after school with my
teachers to improve my
expertise on a subject.
Without the pass I would
not have transportation.”
25. County of Fairfax, Virginia
What Administrators are saying…
Department of Transportation
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“Many of our students come from either dual income working
families or single- low income working families.
This makes transportation an issue for students who are involved
with afterschool and extracurricular activities.
By having access to free transportation, our students are able to
participate and be able to get home and back to their events.
It also allows the students to be active participants in the school.”
26. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax Connector is Increasing
Student Engagement
Department of Transportation
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77.8%
22.2%
Have you seen increased student participation or
their ability to engage in after school activities
because the Fairfax Connector service is
available?
Yes
Don't know
27. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Fairfax Connector is Improving
Student Tardiness/Absenteeism
Department of Transportation
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44.4%
22.2%
33.3%
Do you feel that the Student Bus Pass Program has
improved the rates of student tardiness or
absenteeism?
Yes
No
Don't know
28. County of Fairfax, Virginia
What Administrators are saying…
Department of Transportation
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“Connector allows
students to stay late for
remediation and activities
EVERY day.
Students who would
ordinarily miss school
altogether end up coming
tardy rather than not at
all.”
29. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Assessing Challenges
• 168 bus operators
surveyed
– Student behavior on
buses
• a NON-issue
• Rated by our operators
as the SAME as other
passengers
• Behavior description
rated at “GOOD” or
“VERY GOOD”
Department of Transportation
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No Response
11%
Better behaved
than other riders
11%
About the
same as
other riders
65%
Not as well
behaved as other
riders
13%
STUDENT RIDER BEHAVIOR
30. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Assessing Challenges
• Pass “Loss”
– Max 2 replacements per student to prevent abuse
– School principals set their own policy for replacement
– Administrator survey recommendation suggests charging a
“replacement fee” that increases with each replacement.
• Suspected Unauthorized Pass Use
– Suspicious activity monitored
• Students boarding buses without pass
• Bus pass sharing
– Friends
– Older, non-eligible riders
Department of Transportation
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31. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Assessing Challenges
• Need for a photo-ID pass
– Based on bus operator and administrator
input
– Prevent abuse
– Requires further coordination
Department of Transportation
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32. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Recommendations
Department of Transportation
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Program
Recommendations
BOS &
School Board
Outreach
Experience
Program
Data
Ridership
& Survey
Data
Lessons
Learned
33. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Data Driven Recommendations
• Seek Board and FCPS feedback
• Seek Board approval for revised 2015-2016 school
year program
• Expand program days and time
– 5 am – 10 pm
– 7 days a week (add use on Saturday & Sunday)
– September 2016 – September 2017
• Add photo to Bus Pass/Universal Student ID’s
Department of Transportation
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34. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Data Driven Recommendations (con’t.)
• Additional high schools for targeted outreach; plus
middle schools
• Reinforce availability for all high school and middle
school students
• Return recommendations to Board Transportation
Committee on May 24, 2016
Department of Transportation
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35. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Expanding & Continuing
Partnerships
• Partner with other transit service providers
– City of Fairfax CUE
– Explore options for students and schools served only by Metrobus
• FCPS
– The Department of Vehicles Services
• Buses, cars and service trucks are maintained at the four county garages.
– Radio Systems and Services Center
• The radios for buses, cars and service trucks are installed and maintained
by the radio shop. The entire system of repeaters and antennas are all part
of the working relationship of the County and FCPS
Department of Transportation
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36. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Refine & Engage
• Parity
– Include bus pass information/forms along with school
parking pass information
• Outreach
– Create “toolkit” for administrators
– Update “Elizabeth’s Journey” PSA video, as needed
– Update outreach materials and pass; color code
– Robust social media campaign
– Increase in-school and other outreach opportunities
Department of Transportation
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37. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Questions/Discussion
Department of Transportation
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38. County of Fairfax, Virginia
Department of Transportation
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A total of 633 student trips taken on Sat & Sun over 29 weeks
14
5
20
16
33
25
49
44
52
64
53
60 59
37 36
29
18
12
7
5 AM 6 AM 7 AM 8 AM 9 AM 10 AM 11 AM 12 PM 1 PM 2 PM 3 PM 4 PM 5 PM 6 PM 7 PM 8 PM 9 PM 10 PM 11 PM
Weekend Student Ridership by Time of Day *
*Total weekend ridership
since inception