HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025.5.15 Meeting PacketFRANKLIN COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
POLICY BOARD MEETING
February 13, 2025 – 10:00 am
Franklin County Administrative Building, Room 824
272 North 2nd Street
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Minutes
Member in Attendance: Sam Cressler, Sharon Coffman, Dean Horst, Bob Ziobrowski, John Flannery,
Ted Sheehe, Rich Reisinger, Jason Stains, David Mackley, Jessee McMath, Carrie Gray, Travis Brookens
Staff in Attendance: Quentin Clapper and Matthew Romero
I.Welcome and Introduction – Sam Cressler – Sam calls the meeting to order at 10:10am, and
thanks everyone in attendance for coming
II.Moment of Silence
III.Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes – November 21, 2024 – Motion to approve November 21st
meeting minutes made by Bob Ziobrowsi, seconded by Sharon Coffman. Passed unanimously.
V.Presentation – Mercersburg-Montgomery-Peters Joint Comprehensive Plan
Preston Spahr of Mercersburg Vibrancy Steering Committee gives a presentation on the efforts of
the Mercersburg-Montgomery-Peters Joint Comprehensive Plan. Shares that the comprehensive plan
started in January 2024 and is slated for adoption in March 2025.
VI. Business
a.PM 1 Safety Target Letter – Ted requests that questions regarding the calculations for the PM1
Safety Target Letter be forwarded to the PennDOT Safety Management Department. Sam raises
questions concerning the projected increase in fatality/serious injury rates without an increase in
VMT, especially regarding an increase in area warehouse developments. Motion to approve
made by David Mackley, seconded by Bob Ziobrowski . Motion passed unanimously.
b.2025-2028 TIP Modifications – Jeff Puher addresses modifications that occurred for items on
the 2025-2028 TIP.
c.2025-2028 TIP at a Glance Document – Quentin explains the TIP at a Glance document
provides a summary level to how projects and work phases are programmed for the 2025-2028
TIP. He says the document is currently still in development, and asks for member input as to
what information they believe should be included and/or further expanded upon.DRAFT
d. CVRT Feasibility Study Update –Brian Funkhouser of Michael Baker International discusses
the findings of the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail extension feasibility study, and goes over
several recommendations that have been developed following the study’s conclusion.
Sam Cressler expresses that he would like to take a form of action on the matter.
Area resident Hugh Graham would like to see an emphasis on the proposed extension effort
between Menno Haven and Wilson College.
Preston Spahr of MVSC expresses an interest for the trail to expand westward so Mercersburg
area can link up in the future.
Bob Ziobrowski inquires if contact has been made with nearby properties.
Sam Cressler had communicated with Tom Newcomer on bringing trail extensions out from
Shippensburg and Chambersburg. He states some properties at the north end have expressed
interest in the extension.
David Mackley expressed concerns over who would pay to construct, own, and operate the
facilities.
Quentin Clapper shared that it is CVRTC’s intention to move the project forward.
Sam Cressler put forward a motion to recommend the County to look into the prospect of
an official map, seconded by Jessee McMath. Motion passed (11-1).
VII. Partner Updates
a. Commute PA Update – Current Vice –Chair and Secretary were nominated and appointed to
their second two-year terms. Has applied for national accreditation and is expecting to hear back
in March.
b. Rabbittransit Update – No update.
c. PennDOT Update – Carey Mullins provides updates on several projects, explaining that
Mitchell Knorr Contracting has been selected for the PA997 & SR2015 Intersection Project and
that the railroad has filed an action with the PUC and PennDOT is awaiting administrative
response for the King Street Bridge in Shippensburg.
d. FHWA Update –Ronnique Bishop relays that New Executive orders effecting FHWA has led to
them relaying specific questions to H.Q for clarity and guidance.
e. State/Federal Legislative Update – No update.
f. Director’s Report – Quentin Clapper informs members of the findings of the 2024 Annual
Report, with 502 new housing units proposed in the County and 6.2 million square feet of
warehousing/flex space. TIP process will begin in several months, and LRTP will start to be
addressed in fall. DRAFT
g. Staff Report – Matthew Romero says that the Annual List of Obligated Projects was released to
the public at the end of 2024, they have received the PM2 & PM3 target letter announcing no
changes to measure targets, that a Request for Proposals is currently being drafted for a new on-
call consultant which will be released before the next meeting, and staff is collaborated with
York County as York initiates a regional freight summit.
VIII. Future Meetings
a. May 15 – Policy Board Meeting 10:00 A.M.
IX. Public Comment
X. Adjournment –Meeting concluded at 11:30AM.
“The FCMPO is committed to complying with the nondiscrimination requirements of the Title VI
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations prohibiting discrimination in
all programs and activities. All locations for meetings open to the public will be accessible to
persons with disabilities. With advance notification, accommodations may be provided for those
with special needs related to language, speech, sight, or hearing. If you have a request for a
special need, wish to file a complaint, or desire additional information, please contact the
Franklin County Planning Department at (717) 261-3855; FAX (717) 264-8667; email:
planning@franklincountypa.gov.” DRAFT
FFY 2025-2028 TIP MODIFICATIONS FORM
Item Project Title MPMS Ph Prog Fed Sta.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.
Social Island Road Bridge-C Before3012/027 Adjust BOF 314,000 186,000
Franklin After BOF 314,000 186,000
Social Island Road Bridge-C Before
3012/027 Adjust BOF 80,000
Franklin After BOF 80,000
Social Island Road Bridge-C Before
3012/027 Adjust BOF 70,000
Franklin After BOF 70,000
Newburg Road over Paxtons Run Before
641/037 Adjust BOF 40,000
Franklin After BOF 40,000
Newburg Road over Paxtons Run Before
641/037 Adjust BOF 35,000
Franklin After BOF 35,000
US 30 Bridge over W Br Conococheague
Creek Before
30/158 Adjust BRIP 75,000
Franklin After BRIP 75,000
US 30 Bridge over W Br Conococheague
Creek Before
30/158 Adjust BRIP 20,000
Franklin After BRIP 20,000
US 30 Bridge over W Br Conococheague
Creek Before 581 1,520,000 1,520,000
30/158 Adjust 581 1,520,000 -1,520,000
Franklin After 581 1,520,000 1,520,000
Fort Loudon Rd ov Buck Run Before
75/013 Adjust BRIP 80,000
Franklin After BRIP 80,000
Fort Loudon Rd ov Buck Run Before
75/013 Adjust BRIP 30,000
Franklin After BRIP 30,000
Rockdale Rd ov Trib to Back Cr Before
3017/035 Adjust 581 40,000
Franklin After 581 40,000
Rockdale Rd ov Trib to Back Cr Before
3017/035 Adjust 581 30,000
Franklin After 581 30,000
Rolling Rd ov Tributary to Back Cd Before
3028/007 Adjust 581 40,000
Franklin After 581 40,000
Rolling Rd ov Tributary to Back Cd Before
3028/007 Adjust 581 30,000
Franklin After 581 30,000
West King St over Conococheague Ck Before BOF 588,866 112,496
Before STP
7401/BR Adjust BOF -588,866 -112,496
Adjust STP 701,362
After BOF
Franklin After STP 701,362
Franklin Bridge Reserve Before BOF 185 314,000 412,889
Before BRIP 47,731 405,874
Adjust BOF 185 -314,000 -411,000 588,866 112,496
Adjust BRIP -205,000
After BOF 185 1,889 588,866 112,496
Franklin After BRIP 47,731 200,874
Highway Reserve Before NHPP 581 170,845 2,992,881 2,740,030 2,279,926
Before STP 318,266 646,416 485,243 842,740 3,695,824
Adjust NHPP 581 -140,000 -1,520,000 1,520,000
Adjust STP -701,362
After NHPP 581 30,845 1,472,881 2,740,030 3,799,926
Franklin After STP 318,266 646,416 485,243 842,740 2,994,462
4 117157 UTL
Informed Coordinating Committee: 5/15/25
Informed Technical Committee: N/A
FFY 2029 - FFY 2036
Remarks
Franklin MPO
Administrative Modification - Highway Funds FFY 2026FFY 2025 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
3 90969 ROW
1 90969 FD
2 90969 UTL
5 117157 ROW
6 117144 UTL
7 117144 ROW
116962 ROW
13 117141 UTL
14 117141 ROW
8 117144 CON
9 78690 UTL
11 116962 UTL
10 78690 ROW
Adding the FD phase of Social Island Road Bridge-C in FFY 2025 for
$500,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated let
date of Dec. 10, 2026.Adding the UTL phase of Social Island Road Bridge-C in FFY 2025 for
$80,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated let
date of Dec. 10, 2026.
Adding the UTL phase of Newburg Road over Paxtons Run in FFY 2025
for $40,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated
let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Adding the ROW phase of Newburg Road over Paxtons Run in FFY
2025 for $35,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current
estimated let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Adding the UTL phase of US 30 Bridge over W Br Conococheague
Creek in FFY 2025 for $75,000 to the current estimate. This project has
a current estimated let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Adding the ROW phase of US 30 Bridge over W Br Conococheague
Creek in FFY 2025 for $20,000 to the current estimate. This project has
a current estimated let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Cashflowing the CON phase of US 30 Bridge over W Br Conococheague
Creek from FFY 2029 to FFY 2027 for $1,520,000 to better align with
the current estimated let date. This project has a current estimated let
date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Adding the UTL phase of Fort Loudon Rd ov Buck Run in FFY 2025 for
$80,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated let
date of Sept. 17, 2026.
Adding the UTL phase of Rockdale Rd ov Trib to Back Cr in FFY 2025
for $40,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated
let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Adding the ROW phase of Social Island Road Bridge-C in FFY 2025 for
$70,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated let
date of Dec. 10, 2026.
Adding the ROW phase of Fort Loudon Rd ov Buck Run in FFY 2025
for $30,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated
let date of Sept. 17, 2026.
Adding the ROW phase of Rockdale Rd ov Trib to Back Cr in FFY 2025
for $30,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current estimated
let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Adding the UTL phase of Rolling Rd ov Tributary to Back Cd in FFY
2025 for $40,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current
estimated let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Adding the ROW phase of Rolling Rd ov Tributary to Back Cd in FFY
2025 for $30,000 to the current estimate. This project has a current
estimated let date of Nov. 5, 2026.
Cashflowing the CON phase of West King St over Conococheague Ck
from FFY 2027/2028 to FFY 2030 for $701,362 to better align with the
current estimated let date. This project has a current estimated let date
of Oct. 1, 2028.
This is a reserve line item.
This is a reserve line item.
15 117072 CON
16 87804 CON
17 87805 CON
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FFY 2025-2028 TIP MODIFICATIONS FORM
Item Project Title MPMS Ph Prog Fed Sta.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.
FFY 2029 - FFY 2036
RemarksAdministrative Modification - Highway Funds FFY 2026FFY 2025 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
Fort Loudon Rd Resurf 2 Before 581 25,000
75/014 Adjust 581 8,700
Franklin After 581 33,700
Highway Reserve Before STP 581
318,266 30,845 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 842,740 2,740,030
Adjust STP 581
-8,700
Franklin After STP 581 318,266 22,145 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 842,740 2,740,030
Increasing the ROW phase of Fort Loudon Rd Resurf 2 for $8,700 in
FFY 2025 to the current estimate. This project consists of a resurfacing
on PA-75 from Licking Creek to PA-16 in Montgomery Township and
Mercersburg Borough. The estimated let date of this project is 6/5/2025.
19 87805 CON
This is a reserve line item.
18 90995 ROW
FFY 2025-2028 TIP MODIFICATIONS FORM
Item Project Title MPMS Ph Prog Fed Sta.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.
FFY 2029 - FFY 2036
RemarksAdministrative Modification - Highway Funds FFY 2026FFY 2025 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
South Third St Crossing Before RRX
21,141
/RRX Adjust RRX 581
7,500
Franklin After RRX 581
21,141 7,500
Highway Reserve Before STP 581 318,266 22,145 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 842,740 2,740,030
Adjust STP 581 -7,500
Franklin After STP 581 318,266 14,645 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 842,740 2,740,030
This is a reserve line item.
Adding the CON phase of South Third St Crossing for $7,500 in FFY
2025 to pay invoice for completed work. This project consists of
installation of railroad warning devices on South Third Street at Norfolk
Southern in Guilford Township, Franklin County.
20 102974 CON
21 87805 CON
FFY 2025-2028 TIP MODIFICATIONS FORM
Item Project Title MPMS Ph Prog Fed Sta.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.
FFY 2029 - FFY 2036
RemarksAdministrative Modification - Highway Funds FFY 2026FFY 2025 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
West King St over Conococheague Ck Before BOF 794,426
Before STP 1,701,362
7401/BR Adjust BOF 588,866 112,496
Adjust STP 842,740 -1,544,102
After BOF 588,866 112,496 794,426
Franklin After STP 842,740 157,260
Franklin Bridge Reserve Before BRIP 47,731 200,874
Before BOF 1,889 588,866 112,496
Adjust BRIP
Adjust BOF -588,866 -112,496
After BRIP 47,731 200,874
Franklin After BOF 1,889
Highway Reserve Before STP 581 318,266 14,645 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 842,740 2,740,030 2,994,462
Adjust STP 581 -842,740 1,544,102
Franklin After STP 581 318,266 14,645 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 2,740,030 4,538,564
24 87805 CON
This is a reserve line item.
Cashflowing the CON phase of West King St over Conococheague Ck
for $1,544,102 from FFY 2029/2030 to FFY 2027/2028/2029 to better
align with the current estimated let date. This project may consist of a
bridge improvement (replacement, rehabilitation or preservation) on
West King Street over Conococheague Creek in Chambersburg Borough,
Franklin County. This project has a current estimated let date of Oct. 7,
2027.
This is a reserve line item.
22 117072 CON
23 87804 CON
FFY 2025-2028 TIP MODIFICATIONS FORM
Item Project Title MPMS Ph Prog Fed Sta.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.Fed.Sta.Loc.
FFY 2029 - FFY 2036
RemarksAdministrative Modification - Highway Funds FFY 2026FFY 2025 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 Before
7209/ACT Adjust
125,000
Franklin After
125,000
Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 Before
7209/ACT Adjust
196,260
Franklin After
196,260
Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 Before
7209/ACT Adjust
25,000
Franklin After
25,000
Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 Before
7209/ACT Adjust 15,000
Franklin After 15,000
Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 Before
7209/ACT Adjust 1,551,305
Franklin After 1,551,305
I-81 New Interchange (Exit 12)Before STP 134,036
81/075 Adjust STP 91,671
Franklin After STP
225,707
Highway Reserve Before STP 581 836,266 14,645 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 2,740,030
Adjust STP 581 -91,671
Franklin After STP 581 744,595 14,645 646,416 485,243 1,472,881 2,740,030
2,673,969 278,125 0 4,253,606 0 0 3,603,947 8,884,405 0 3,595,952 15,220,150 0 9,186,074 3,799,926 0
0 0 125,000 0 0 236,260 0 0 1,551,305 0 0 0 0 0 1,912,5652,673,969 278,125 125,000 4,253,606 0 236,260 3,603,947 8,884,405 1,551,305 3,595,952 15,220,150 0 9,186,074 3,799,926 0After FFY Totals
Before FFY Totals
Program Summary - Net Changes Adjustments
CON
30 93055 FD
31 87805
This is a reserve line item.
Increasing the FD phase of I-81 New Interchange (Exit 12) in FFY 2025
for $91,671. This is for additional effort with No Profit to complete ITS
Design and traffic control. This project consists of a new interchange
(Exit 12) on I-81 at Guilford Springs Road overpass, Franklin County.
Guilford Springs Road is a township road and the bridge over I-81 is a
state-owned bridge. This project has a current estimated let date of Dec.
11, 2025.
FD
Adding the PE phase of Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 in
FFY 2025 for $125,000 to the current estimate. This project consists of a
bridge rehabilitation on Shimpstown Road over Licking Creek in
Montgomery Township, Franklin County.
Adding the FD phase of Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 in
FFY 2026 for $196,260 to the current estimate. This project consists of a
bridge rehabilitation on Shimpstown Road over Licking Creek in
Montgomery Township, Franklin County.
27 122545 UTL
Adding the UTL phase of Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 in
FFY 2026 for $25,000 to the current estimate. This project consists of a
bridge rehabilitation on Shimpstown Road over Licking Creek in
Montgomery Township, Franklin County.
28 122545 ROW
29
25 122545 PE
26 122545
122545 CON
Adding the ROW phase of Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 in
FFY 2026 for $15,000 to the current estimate. This project consists of a
bridge rehabilitation on Shimpstown Road over Licking Creek in
Montgomery Township, Franklin County.
Adding the CON phase of Shimpstown Rd over Licking Creek Act 13 in
FFY 2027 for $1,551,305 to the current estimate. This project consists of
a bridge rehabilitation on Shimpstown Road over Licking Creek in
Montgomery Township, Franklin County.
FISCAL CONSTRAINT CHART
FFY 2025-2028 TIP Highway/Bridge
Project Title MPMS Phase Amts Fed State Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth
TAP Reserve Before TAP 103,163 1,155,086 6,358,330 30,604,000
/Adjust TAP 770,188 1,228,777 (1,998,965)
Central Office After TAP 873,351 2,383,863 4,359,365 30,604,000
CVRT Ext to West Shippensburg Before TAP 770,188 493,906
/Adjust TAP (770,188)(493,906)1,264,094
Franklin After TAP 1,264,094
Southgate Pedestrian Improvements Before TAP 734,871
/TAP Adjust TAP (734,871)734,871
Franklin After TAP 734,871
$873,351 $0 $0 $2,383,863 $0 $0 $6,358,330 $0 $0 $30,604,000 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$873,351 $0 $0 $2,383,863 $0 $0 $6,358,330 $0 $0 $30,604,000 $0 $0
Remarks
Administrative Action (MA ID: 139579)
STWD - Franklin Fund Type FFY 2025 FFY 2026 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
60560 CON Balancing Source
121522 CON Cashflow to match estimated let date
NOTES
118495 CON Cashflow to match estimated let date
Before Totals
Adjustment Totals
After Totals
Actions do not affect air quality
conformity.
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FISCAL CONSTRAINT CHART
FFY 2025-2028 TIP Highway/Bridge
Project Title MPMS Phase Amts Fed State Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth
TIFIA Redistribution Before STP 31,928,942
/Adjust STP (518,000)
Central Office After STP 31,410,942
Highway Reserve Before STP 318,266 646,416 485,243
/Adjust STP 518,000
Franklin After STP 836,266 646,416 485,243
$32,247,208 $0 $0 $646,416 $0 $0 $485,243 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$32,247,208 $0 $0 $646,416 $0 $0 $485,243 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
NOTES
122525 CON
Statewide TIFIA Redistribution LI used
as source of funds to maintain fiscal
constraint.
87805 CON Balancing LI.
Before Totals
Adjustment Totals
After Totals
Actions do not affect air quality
conformity.
Remarks
Administrative Action (MA ID: 139976)
Statewide & Franklin TIPs Fund Type FFY 2025 FFY 2026 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
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Project Title MPMS Phase Amts Fed State Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth Federal State Loc/Oth
PROTECT Reserve Before PRTCT 23,670,185 34,660,201 62,139,000 62,639,000
/Adjust PRTCT (968,000)
Central Office After PRTCT 23,670,185 33,692,201 62,139,000 62,639,000
Social Island Road Bridge-C Before
3012/027 Adjust PRTCT 750,000
Franklin After PRTCT 750,000
Social Island Road Bridge-C Before
3012/027 Adjust PRTCT 109,000
Franklin After PRTCT 109,000
Social Island Road Bridge-C Before
3012/027 Adjust PRTCT 109,000
Franklin After PRTCT 109,000
$23,670,185 $0 $0 $34,660,201 $0 $0 $62,139,000 $0 $0 $62,639,000 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$23,670,185 $0 $0 $34,660,201 $0 $0 $62,139,000 $0 $0 $62,639,000 $0 $0
90969 UTL Let Date: 2027
90969 ROW Let Date: 2027
Before Totals Actions do not affect air quality
conformity.Adjustment Totals
After Totals
118322 CON
PROTECT Reserve line item used as
source of funds to maintain fiscal
constraint.
90969 FD Let Date: 2027
Remarks
Administrative Action (MA ID: 140047)
D8-0 Franklin TIP Fund Type FFY 2025 FFY 2026 FFY 2027 FFY 2028
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Franklin MPO Meeting Project Updates
May 2025 Meeting
Project Description West King Street Bridge
ECMS # 19304
SR-Section 11-095
Contractor J.D. Eckman, Inc.
Original Contract Value $12,877,625.31
NTP date 12/9/2024
Original Completion Date 11/14/2028
Project Scope This project consists of a bridge replacement on SR 0011 (West King
Street) over Norfolk Southern Railroad and other miscellaneous
construction, all as indicated on the approved drawings included in the
Bid Package for STATE ROUTE 0011, SECTION 095, in FRANKLIN
COUNTY, SOUTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP and SHIPPENSBURG BOROUGH,
from Segment 0540 Offset 3134 to Segment 0560 Offset 0111, for an
overall project length of 1,164.00 linear feet (0.306 mile).
Previous Update This contract has a one year waiting period at the beginning to obtain
all required railroad coordination. If all required railroad coordination
is attained prior to the first 365 days, the contractor will be able to
begin work only when authorized in writing by the Department. This
one year waiting period will also be used for utility coordination and
relocation. Utility pole and overhead wire relocations labeled as prior
work have not yet been completed. Utility coordination meetings will
begin soon and we do not foresee any utility delays at this time.
Physical work expected to start Spring 2026.
Project Update • Still coordinating with Norfolk Southern Railroad to
begin work.
• Utility coordination meetings have begun and
Brightspeed has not started any of their prior work.
• Contractor wishes to start Spring/Summer of 2025 if
all Utilities and Railroad cooperate.
• Without Railroad coordination and utility relocations,
physical work will begin
Project Description PA997 & SR2015 Intersection
ECMS # 106709
SR-Section 997-037
Contractor Mitchell Knorr dba Mitchell Knorr Contracting
Original Contract Value $6,224,217.92
NTP date 3/3/2025
Original Completion Date 8/22/2028
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Project Scope This project is for roadway widening, roundabout construction, ADA
curb ramps, drainage improvements, stormwater management,
lighting, and other miscellaneous construction, all as indicated on the
approved drawings included in the Bid Package for STATE ROUTE
0997, SECTION 037, and for STATE ROUTE 2015, SECTION 009, in
FRANKLIN COUNTY, WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, from 800 feet south of
SR 2015 (Orchard Road/Tomstown Road) at Segment 0100 Offset
0098 to 1500 feet north of SR 2015 (Orchard Road/Tomstown Road) at
Segment 0110 Offset 0676.
Previous Update Let date was January 16, 2025. Pre-construction meeting tentatively
scheduled for February 26th. Physical work expected to start in Spring
2025.
Project Update • Contractor started excavating for Post-Construction
Stormwater Control Measures, vegetated swales, and
drainage pipes.
• Temporary concrete barrier has been installed along
SR997.
• Utilities have begun their relocations.
• Contractor plans to implement detour to Tomstown
Road (local road) in the near future.
• No project delays or overruns at this time.
Project Description I-81 Maryland to Mile 6
ECMS # 92006
SR-Section 81-099
Contractor New Enterprise Stone and Lime Co. Inc.
Original Contract Value $17,840,777.77
NTP date 3/24/2025
Original Completion Date 7/16/2027
Project Scope This project consists of milling, concrete patching, asphalt resurfacing,
guiderail updates, signage, and pavement markings on I-81
Northbound and Southbound from the Maryland State Line to Milepost
6, all as indicated on the approved drawings included in the Bid
Package for STATE ROUTE 0081, SECTION 099, in FRANKLIN
COUNTY, ANTRIM TOWNSHIP, from Segment 0002 Offset 0000 and
Segment 0003 Offset 0000 to Segment 0060 Offset 1831 and Segment
0061 Offset 1831, including adjacent interchange ramps SR 8001, SR
8003, and SR 8005, for an overall project length of 33,543.00 linear feet (6.35 miles).
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Project Update • Contractor scheduled to begin work Sunday evening
May 11, 2025.
• Milling and removal of existing blacktop will take place
first followed by full and partial depth concrete
patching and then placement of asphalt binder course
and stone matrix asphalt wearing course.
• Nightly lane closures will take place from 7PM to 6AM
Sunday night through Thursday night with Friday night
as a rain makeup.
• Work this year will be from mile markers 3 to 6
Northbound and Southbound.
• Work at Maryland state line will take place next year
from state line to mile marker 3 North and South.
• Contractor has requested and received permission to
reduce speed limit from 65MPH to 55MPH during work
hours.
• State Police and Automated Work Zone Speed
Enforcement will be utilized.