Table 5-32: Implementation Chart - Program Implementation Table 5-33: Implementation Chart - Infrastructure

5.6.3 Program Implementation Program and Infrastructure implementation (phases 3 and 4) can be pursued concurrently but can be implemented separately. Both program and infrastructure pursuits have the same goal, which is to improve safety for the transit user, but the approaches are different. Programs entail marketing, communications and community engagement activities and can be implemented much quicker than infrastructure projects since they don’t require time intensive tasks such as surveying, engi-

TABlE 5-32: Implementation Chart - Program Implementation neering, permits, etc. Depending on the program being developed, they can be integrated into an infrastructure project, especially if it’s a new facility type in a city such as a traffic circle or a BRT line, that the community might not be familiar with. For example, in 2014 Omnitrans launched a safety campaign for their sbX Rapid Transit Line which was new to the region. Programs such as a Transit Ambassador program does require more coordination since this potentially involves unarmed officers patrolling bus stops and transit centers within local jurisdictions. There are also programs and grants available that assist with issues of homelessness, mobile crisis-intervention, and to educate passengers to be aware of their surroundings.

Category Project/ Program Examples Responsibility Omnitrans Local Jurisdictions Regional Agency

Program Implementation Develop annual bus and transit use safety campaigns for transit dependent populations.  

Law Enforcement

Program Implementation

Program Implementation Develop a Transit Ambassador Program (Omnitrans partner with local jurisdictions to start program) Maintain visible level of systemwide security presence and surveillance coverage.

Funding Source Examples (...but not limited to)

SCAG Go Human, Helping Obtain Prosperity for Everyone Program, Mobility for All Pilot Program Grants, California Air Resources Board Clean Mobility Options Voucher Program, California Air Resources Board Sustainable Transportation Equity Project (STEP): Planning grant program and Implementation grant program. Integrated into law enforcement program budget, Human Resources & Training - 5314 (b), FTA Innovations in Transit Public Safety.

Integrated into law enforcement program budget, Human Resources & Training - 5314 (b), FTA Innovations in Transit Public Safety.

Project/Program Lead  Supporting Agency or Agencies

5.6.4 Infrastructure Implementation Phase 4 focuses on infrastructure improvements which are primarily the responsibility of the local jurisdiction (typically a city or county). In some cases, the responsibility may fall to an agency such as Caltrans who have jurisdiction over some large arterials that traverse Omnitrans’ service area as well as right-of-way on streets that travel above and below freeways. Infrastructure improvements are temporary or permanent solutions that can improve bicycle and pedestrian access and there are many grant opportunities available for implementation. Often permanent infrastructure improvements are made, but they are considered temporary, such as for pilot projects and tactical urbanism projects that can last weeks, months, or even a couple years. They can also be coordinated with placemaking opportunities to help activate the space around bus stops and transit centers, encouraging more people to interact and use the space, and improve the sense of safety in the area. These improvements are the most sought after since they provide built solutions that can have an immediate impact on safety such as installing bike lanes, sidewalks and improving roadway crossings. They also entail other benefits such as traffic calming, wayfinding, and bus stop improvements. Grants that support these projects include the Caltrans’ Active Transportation Program, Proposition 68 Urban Greening Grants and Highway Safety Improvement Planning grants. Depending on the project type, elements of the project such as stormwater runoff and capture, can be combined into one grant application. To stand out in these competitive grants, multiple project benefits that improve bicycle and pedestrian safety, provide environmental benefits, are near schools, and are in disadvantaged communities are encouraged.