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Draft Coordinated Human Services Transportation Plan Update

Posted on August 10, 2022September 14, 2022 by Jack Mance

A draft of the updated Coordinated Human Services Transportation Plan (CHSTP) is now available for public comment.

The purpose of the CHSTP is to provide a framework for the coordination of transportation services within the planning area with an emphasis on services for aging adults and persons with disabilities. This Plan will provide a structure for the development of projects that address the transportation needs of the targeted populations by improving coordination between transportation stakeholders (agencies, clients, operators, and regulatory entities).
In addition, the CHSTP sets forth priorities for key Federal Transit Administration (FTA) programs.

Comment will be accepted in writing until September 9, 2022. Please send comments via email to jack@agftc.org or via mail to A/GFTC, 11 South St. Suite 203, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Public Comment Open – Section 5310

Posted on May 18, 2022July 7, 2022 by Jack Mance

Public comment will be accepted on the addition of three projects to the Transportation Improvement Program. These projects, recommended to be funded under the Section 5310 Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Public Transportation grants program, will fund vehicle purchases by human service agencies within the MPO. More detail regarding the projects and public comment procedures is available at this link. Comment will be accepted in writing through June 21, 2022.

REVISED RFP – Queensbury Adaptive Signal Control Technology Feasibility Study

Posted on March 18, 2022May 18, 2022 by Jack Mance

REVISED 4/12/2022 The Town of Queensbury, in collaboration with A/GFTC, has been awarded grant funds by NYSERDA for an Adaptive Signal Control Technologies Feasibility Study within and around the Aviation/Quaker Road corridor in Queensbury, NY. This feasibility study is intended to identify innovative signal-timing solutions to congestion management in and around the Aviation Road/Quaker Road corridor in Queensbury, New York. The study will analyze the feasibility of Adaptive Signal Control Technologies (ASCT), comparing ASCT to traditional signal timing improvements in terms of efficacy (changes in starts/stops, wait and travel times, etc.), potential reduction in greenhouse gases, ease of implementation, co-benefits, life cycle costs, and sustainability regarding operations and maintenance.

The REVISED RFP can be downloaded here. Please note that the Town of Queensbury is administering this project; all inquiries should be directed to Stuart Baker, contact information as noted within the RFP.

Funding Available — Section 5310 Program

Posted on February 18, 2022April 20, 2022 by Jack Mance

The NYS Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) recently announced that the next round of the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program (Section 5310) is now available. The goal of the Section 5310 Program is to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities by removing barriers to transportation services and expanding the transportation mobility options available.

The program provides financial assistance to agencies which provide transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. This includes the purchasing of buses, vans, wheelchair lifts, ramps, and transit-related technology systems, as well as enhanced transportation projects including travel training, volunteer driver programs, and mobility management.

CLICK HERE for more information from the NYSDOT website. Applications are due by March 21, 2022. A/GFTC staff is providing this information for informational purposes/reference only. Questions should be directed to NYSDOT Region 1 staff coordinator Audrey Burneson, (518) 457-9938, Audrey.Burneson@dot.ny.gov

A/GFTC Policy Committee Meeting 2/16/22

Posted on February 2, 2022February 18, 2022 by Jack Mance

The next meeting of the A/GFTC Policy Committee is scheduled for Wednesday, February 16^th at 10:00 AM. The meeting will be facilitated using Zoom. See below for login details.

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 338 059 8825
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01/2022 Planning Committee Mtg

Posted on January 5, 2022February 2, 2022 by Jack Mance

The next meeting of the A/GFTC Planning Committee is scheduled for Wednesday, January 12 at 1:30 PM. Meeting login information listed below:

Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 338 059 8825
Passcode: 586562
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Meeting ID: 338 059 8825
Passcode: 586562

TIP Project Solicitation

Posted on December 22, 2021April 5, 2022 by Jack Mance

A/GFTC is currently updating its Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), the five-year roster of planned federally-funded investments in the surface transportation network. We are conducting a solicitation for federal aid – eligible highway, bridge, public transportation, and bicycle and pedestrian improvement projects to be considered for programming for Federal Fiscal Years 2022/23 through 2026/27.

Project applications must originate from municipalities that own and operate qualifying transportation infrastructure, so please contact your municipal elected officials or A/GFTC staff if there are specific issues or project concepts that you would like to see addressed in the capital program. A copy of the application form is available at this link: https://agftc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/AGFTC-TIP-Project-Application_2022.pdf

DRAFT North Road Pedestrian Feasibility Study

Posted on November 5, 2021December 16, 2021 by Jack Mance

The draft North Road Pedestrian Feasibility Study is now available for public comment. This draft examines the feasibility of various pedestrian and bicycle facilities for the section of North Road between Gray Avenue in the Village of Greenwich to the Thunder Mountain Recreation Area entrance within the Town of Greenwich. Comments may be submitted via email to jack@agftc.org until December 3, 2021.

Village of Greenwich Zoning Update – Open House

Posted on July 30, 2021August 23, 2021 by Jack Mance

A/GFTC, along with the Village of Greenwich and The Chazen Companies, will be hosting an open house for proposed changes to the Village zoning code. The draft code updates are in line with the vision of the Village’s Main Street Streetscape Plan and include providing greater parking flexibility and predictability for new development along Main Street. The Village will be holding an open house for the public to learn more about the proposed zoning changes & provide input. The event will be held in the patio next to Argyle Brewing Company, 1 Main Street, Greenwich, NY, on Friday, August 13^th from 5-7 PM. Event is outside and weather dependent. Alternate date to be determined if cancelled due to inclement weather.

A summary of the proposed zoning changes is available here.

A/GFTC Office Open By Appointment Only

Posted on July 24, 2020July 28, 2021 by Jack Mance

As of January 2021, the A/GFTC office continues to be staffed at 50% capacity to accommodate social distancing protocols. Until further notice, in-person visits to the office are by appointment only, and all visitors must wear a face covering and observe social distancing. To make an appointment, email info@agftc.org or call (518) 223-0086.