Transit Improvement Plan

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1 Transit Improvement Plan December 2010

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3 Contents AGENCY OVERVIEW... 1 Voter Authorized Transit Programs... 1 Sound Transit District... 1 Sound Transit Board of Directors... 3 Committees of the Board... 3 Citizen Oversight Panel... 5 Organization Structure... 6 Strategic Priorities and Performance Outcomes TRANSIT IMPROVEMENT PLAN OVERVIEW Transit Improvement Plan Spending Transit Improvement Plan Funding Responding to the Recession Program Realignment Recommended Capital Program Adjustments Capital Budgeting Budget Approval and Phase Gate Process Cost Estimates and Project Budgets How to Read the 2011 Transit Improvement Plan SERVICE DELIVERY Operations Plan PROJECT DELIVERY Project Delivery Summary Sound Transit Programs Link Light Rail Capital Program Description Capital Plan Sounder Commuter Rail Capital Program Description Capital Plan... 59

4 Regional Express Capital Program Description Capital Plan Service Delivery Capital Capital Program Description Capital Plan Other Agency Projects Program Description Capital and Operating Plan AGENCY ADMINISTRATION Program Description APPENDICES Appendix A ST2 Capital Estimates Appendix B Sound Transit Project Phases Appendix C Reconciliation of the Endorsed 2011 TIP to Proposed 2011 TIP Appendix D List of Charts, Maps, and Tables Appendix E Glossary of Terms

5 AGENCY OVERVIEW The Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority ( Sound Transit ) was created by state legislature (RCW ) to build a mass transit system that connects major regional employment and housing centers in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. Sound Transit s mission is to build and operate an integrated regional high-capacity transportation system serving the three-county Sound Transit district. The services provided include commuter rail, light rail, regional bus services, transit stations, park-and-ride lots, and other capital facilities. Voter-Authorized Transit Programs Sound Transit is implementing the voter-authorized Sound Move and Sound Transit 2 regional plans in partnership with public agencies, local jurisdictions, private sector and community organizations, and the citizens of the Sound Transit District. Sound Move In 1996, voters in the central Puget Sound region voted to approve implementation of the Sound Move plan to build a high-capacity public transit system. Since 1996, Sound Transit has implemented the Sound Move plan, building and operating 75 miles of Sounder commuter rail, 20 ST Express bus routes, and 17 miles of Link light rail. The Agency is completing other elements of the Sound Move plan, most notably University Link (extending light rail from downtown Seattle to the University of Washington) and extending Sounder commuter rail from Tacoma to Lakewood. Sound Transit 2 On November 4, 2008, voters of the central Puget Sound region approved Sound Transit 2 (ST2), a mass transit expansion proposal. ST2 will add 36 miles of light rail to the system, expand express bus service by 17 percent starting in 2009, and increase commuter rail service. The plan also includes improved access to transit through local bus feeder service, expanded bike facilities, and better pedestrian access. Additional parking will be added in some locations. Sound Transit will work with local communities to determine the best solutions for each community. New services will be phased in over several years. The first of the new services began in 2009 with increased ST Express bus service. All ST2 projects are currently scheduled to be completed by 2023, but the significant decline in Agency revenues as a result of the recession may cause completion of some elements of the plan to extend beyond Sound Transit District Sound Transit District s boundary lines, shown on the accompanying map, generally follow the urban growth boundaries created by each county in accordance with Washington State s Growth Management Act Transit Improvement Plan 1 of 199

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7 Sound Transit Board of Directors Regional transit authorities are required by state legislation to be governed by a Board of Directors made up of local elected officials and the Secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). As Sound Transit s governing body, the Board of Directors establishes policy, provides direction and oversight, and approves budgets and major contracts. Sound Transit s 18-member Board is made up of 17 local elected officials and the WSDOT Secretary. Elected officials include mayors, county executives, city and county councilmembers, with representation of one Board member per 145,000 county residents. Board members are appointed by their respective county executive and confirmed by their county council. By state law, appointments must include an elected city official representing the largest city in the participating county and proportional representation from other cities and unincorporated areas. To help assure coordination between local and regional transit plans, half the appointments in each county must be officials who serve on the local transit agency board. The current Sound Transit Board includes three members from Snohomish County, ten from King County, four from Pierce County, and the WSDOT secretary. Sound Transit Board members elect the Board officers, including a chair and two vice chairs, every two years. The chair presides over all Board meetings and is also a voting member. Committees of the Board In 2010, the Board of Directors restructured its committees in response to the Agency s increasing role as a transit operator and the scale and complexity of the ST2 program. The committees assist in reviewing Board motions, resolutions, and staff recommendations; each focuses on a different area of Agency business. Executive Committee The Executive Committee is responsible for actions such as reviewing the Board rules, operating procedures, and governance structure; reviewing agencywide policies and providing recommendations to the Board; reviewing and monitoring the legislative program; considering public and government relations and communications strategies; reviewing the overall Agency Budget upon recommendations of other committees; reviewing and monitoring the Agency s financial plan; reviewing proposed bond issues; and evaluating the performance of the Chief Executive Officer. The Executive Committee does not have final approval authority; however, existing Board policies allow it to act in lieu of the Board BOARD OF DIRECTORS BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR Chair Aaron Reardon Aaron Reardon Snohomish County Executive Snohomish County Executive Vice VICE Chairs CHAIRS Fred Butler Issaquah Deputy Council President Claudia Thomas Claudia Thomas Lakewood Councilmember Lakewood Councilmember Board Members BOARD Claudia MEMBERS Balducci Bellevue Councilmember Claudia Balducci Richard Conlin Bellevue Councilmember Seattle Council President Dow Richard Constantine Conlin Seattle King County Council Executive President Dow Jan Constantine Drago King King County County Councilmember Executive Dave Enslow Sumner Dave Enslow Mayor Sumner Mayor Jake Fey Tacoma Jake Deputy Fey Mayor Paula Tacoma J. Hammond, Deputy Mayor P.E. Washington State Secretary Paula of Transportation J. Hammond, P.E. Washington State Secretary John Marchione of Transportation Redmond Mayor John Joe Marchione Marine Redmond Mukilteo Mayor Pat Joe McCarthy Marine Pierce County Executive Mukilteo Mayor Mike McGinn Pat Seattle McCarthy Mayor Pierce County Executive Julia Patterson King County Joe McDermott Councilmember King County Larry Councilmember Phillips King County Councilmember Mike McGinn Paul Seattle Roberts Mayor Everett Council President Pete Julia von Patterson Reichbauer King County Councilmemeber Councilmember Larry Phillips Chief King County Executive Councilmember Officer Joni Earl Paul Roberts Everett Council President Peter von Reichbauer King County Councilmember 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 3 of 199

8 Capital Committee The Capital Committee is responsible for actions such as reviewing and monitoring stages of all capital projects consistent with the Transit Improvement Plan; providing oversight, strategic direction, and recommendations to the Board on approvals of capital project budgets required by the Phase Gate process; reviewing and providing recommendations to the Executive Committee and/or the Board on new and existing capital-related policies; reviewing scope, schedule, budget, risks, construction activities, and claims; and reviewing proposed annual capital projects budgets and providing recommendations to the Executive Committee and/or Board. The Board delegates final approval authority to the Capital Committee for capital program transactions above the Chief Executive Officer s level of authority and under $5 million. Operations and Administration Committee The Operations and Administrative Committee is responsible for actions such as reviewing and monitoring operating plans, transit services and customer-facing programs; providing oversight, strategic direction, and recommendations to the Board on fleet and facility plans; approving the annual Service Implementation Plan; reviewing operating impacts of facility and corridor capital projects; reviewing proposed annual transit operations and staff budgets and providing recommendations to the Executive Committee and/or Board; and reviewing and providing recommendations to the Executive Committee and/or the Board on new and existing operations and administration policies. The Board delegates final approval authority to the Operations and Administration Committee for operating and administration transactions above the Chief Executive Officer s level of authority and under $5 million. Audit and Reporting Committee The Audit and Reporting Committee is responsible for actions such as review of quarterly and annual financial reports; review of external and internal auditors planned scope, audit approach, results and recommendations, and monitoring of management implementation of audit recommendations; review and approval of performance audits to be conducted by the Internal Audit Division; and consideration of the Agency s systems of internal control. Board Meetings The Board and its committees conduct work in open, regularly scheduled meetings. The meetings are structured in a way to allow for public comment. Meeting agendas and related materials are available in advance of the meetings. Additional information on the Sound Transit Board including its structure, meeting schedules and locations, standing committees, and actions can be accessed at the Sound Transit website at 4 of Transit Improvement Plan

9 Citizen Oversight Panel The 15-member independent Citizen Oversight Panel (COP) is comprised of volunteers appointed by the Sound Transit Board. Their mandate is to monitor and report on the Agency s performance in delivering on Sound Move and Sound Transit 2 commitments made in the following areas: Adherence to public commitments Open and timely involvement of citizens Project alternatives evaluation process Capital and operating budgets and finance plans Management of the regional fund Equity in subarea budgets and reporting Adherence to schedules and budgets Review of annual performance audits Panel Members Panel members are appointed by the Sound Transit Board to serve four-year terms. The members represent a variety of interests, professional expertise and experience. At least two members are appointed from each of the five geographic subareas of the Sound Transit District. The first panel was appointed in February COP Reports The panel reports its findings and suggestions for improvement to the Sound Transit Board. Working on behalf of the region's citizens, the COP s vigilance, continuous feedback, and constructive suggestions help ensure the successful implementation of transportation improvement in the region. Performance reports, meeting schedules, and the list of current panel members are available on the Agency s website at CITIZEN OVERSIGHT PANEL Chair Paul J. Wiesner, MD Vice Chair Stuart L. Scheuerman Members Josh Benaloh Richard U. Chapin* Aubrey Davis Chris Elwell Robert Miguel Goldstein Miriam Helgeland* Philip Lovell** Karen Miller* Michael W. Murphy David A. Russell, Ph.D. Bruce W. Seiber Virendra (Vic) K. Sood JD Wessling Howard Wirch** * Term expires March 2011 ** Appointed March Transit Improvement Plan 5 of 199

10 Organization Structure In 2009/2010, Sound Transit restructured the organization to respond to its increasing role as a transit operator and commencement of the ST2 capital expansion program. The following three departments are functionally aligned with project development, design and construction, and operations of the Sound Transit regional system Planning, Environment, and Project Development (PEPD) Department PEPD is responsible for system planning, project-level planning, and environmental affairs. System planning includes stewardship of the Sound Transit long-range plan and phase-level investment planning, specifically development of ST2 and follow-on plans to be decided by voters. Project-level planning encompasses the first phase of project development. Activities in this phase typically include alternatives analysis, conceptual and preliminary engineering, and environmental planning pursuant to state and national environmental policy statutes. These activities inform Board policy decisions to define project scope, schedule, and budget. Once project development is complete and project scopes are defined, lead project management responsibility shifts to Design, Engineering, and Construction Management (DECM) to oversee design and construction. Staff from Operations and DECM are part of the project team during the project development phase. Cross-departmental collaboration ensures operating requirements are included in design specifications and that construction and operation concerns are addressed early on. It also ensures a smooth transition of primary project responsibility from PEPD to DECM. In addition to environmental planning as described above, environmental affairs oversees environmental compliance at in-service facilities and construction sites and implementation of the Agency Sustainability Program. Finally, PEPD includes the Agency s transit-oriented development, research, policy, and business development programs. Design, Engineering, and Construction Management (DECM) Department DECM is principally responsible for final design and construction of all major capital investments. From inception to completion of each capital project, DECM provides project engineering; project and construction management; project control (cost estimating, scheduling, cost control and reporting); community outreach; and real property management (property appraisal, acquisition, management, and disposition). DECM s engagement during the planning phase (as projects progress from conceptual to preliminary engineering) helps ensure sound and cost effective engineering and constructability, including risk management, through continuity of technical personnel. DECM is structured into three major divisions that supply professional and technical resources throughout the design and construction phases of each project: Design and Engineering, Project and Construction Management, and Business Services. Once construction is nearing completion, DECM is responsible to commission and test all equipment and systems and transition assets to the Operations Department. After transition, DECM continues to provide technical support. Operations Department The Operations Department is responsible for service delivery in all modes; maintenance of parking, customer, and administrative facilities; and procurement of vehicles and other 6 of Transit Improvement Plan

11 equipment. Operations provides input to PEPD and DECM with respect to design of functional and sustainable facilities. They work closely with DECM to ensure the appropriate operating and maintenance contracts are in place prior to the start of revenue service. Operations directly manages Tacoma Link light rail and oversees third party management contracts for Central Link light rail, Sounder commuter rail, and ST Express bus operations as well as vehicle and facilities maintenance. A key role of the Operations Department is to conduct service planning and provide customer service and information. All other Agency Departments support the successful delivery and operation of the regional transit system. Communications and External Affairs (CEA) Department This Department includes five divisions focused on marketing, media, customer outreach, Board support, and government and community relations. CEA s work is as diverse as its many stakeholders. Its impacts range from service awareness, public education, and increased ridership to higher levels of political support and funding and enhanced customer satisfaction. CEA is also responsible for record management and dissemination of public information through the media and the Agency s website. Executive Department This Department includes the Office of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a number of divisions that report directly to the CEO or Deputy CEO. The Diversity Program develops strategies and policies and provides oversight and support for Sound Transit s Small Business and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Programs. The purpose of the programs is to ensure that small, minority and women-owned, and disadvantaged business firms experience equitable access to contracting opportunities with Sound Transit. This division is also the point-of-contact with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to ensure compliance with FTA Small Business and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise regulations. Human Resources provides the full range of human resource services including affirmative action/equal Employment Opportunity reporting, recruitment, compensation, job classification, benefits administration, labor and employee relations, and training and employee development. Internal Audit conducts independent audits to identify process improvement opportunities and to confirm the adequacy of internal controls. The Division also conducts performance audits consistent with Sound Transit s Financial Policies. Findings and recommendations are reported to the Board s Audit Committee and the CEO. Procurement and Contracts manages purchasing and contracting for the entire Agency. They are active in development of requests for proposals; contract development negotiations, award, and administration, including change orders and contract closeout; and vendor performance monitoring, payments, and dispute resolution. Safety and Quality Assurance oversees safety at construction sites and service facilities through communication and training of employees and third-parties and through establishment, audit, and enforcement of requirements, procedures, and workplace safety rules. They audit and monitor the quality of design, construction performance, and service delivery Transit Improvement Plan 7 of 199

12 Security is responsible for public and employee safety and security in revenue vehicles, operating facilities, and on construction sites. The division establishes Agency security procedures and manages the contracts with a private security firm and the King County Sheriff s Department. Finance and Information Technology (FIT) Department FIT is responsible for all matters financial including financial planning, budgeting, accounting, treasury, grant applications, revenue collection, and risk management. Information technology staff support an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; office productivity and project estimating and management software; and the regional fare collection system (ORCA). Legal Department The Legal Department provides legal support across the Agency. They provide analysis and advice on a wide variety of legal subjects including real estate, labor and employment, municipal, environmental, construction, land use/permitting, litigation, railroad, contracts/procurement, and interagency issues. The Legal Department monitors changes in law and regulations on behalf of the Agency and responds to public disclosure requests. All litigation is handled by the Department with the assistance of outside counsel as necessary. 8 of Transit Improvement Plan

13 SOUND TRANSIT ORGANIZATION CHART Sound Transit Board of Directors Executive Department Diversity Program Human Resources Internal Audit Procurement and Contracts Safety and Quality Assurance Security Planning, Environment, and Project Development Design, Engineering, and Construction Management Operations Environmental Affairs & Sustainability Planning and Development Architecture and Art Civil and Structural Design Accessibility Services Asset Control Light Rail Project Development Transit Oriented Development Community Outreach Construction Management Business Customer Service and Information Project Controls Project Management Facilities and Fleet Parking and Customer Facilities Project Support Services Property Management Service Planning Central Link Real Property Systems Engineering and Integration Regional Express Sounder Finance and Information Technology Tacoma Link Budget & Financial Planning Information Technology Legal Communications and External Affairs Financial Accounting Grants General Services I.T. Transit Systems Technologies ORCA Regional Services Risk Management Treasury & Revenue General Counsel Board Administration Records Management Marketing and Creative Services Customer Outreach & Public Involve. Government and Community Relations Media Relations & Public Information = Staff costs included in Agency Administration section of Budget = Staff costs included in Service Delivery section of Budget 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 9 of 199

14 Strategic Priorities and Performance Outcomes Since 2005, Sound Transit has been using performance scorecards to set strategic priorities, initiatives, and performance outcomes. Guided by the Vision, Mission, and Values, the strategic priorities are established by the executive leadership team. Departments translate Agency priorities into their own specific initiatives and performance outcomes and provide status on a quarterly basis. In 2010, all departments and executive divisions developed three-year business plans for the first time. The plans identify opportunities and risks, define initiatives to address each, and specify the resources and inter-departmental support necessary to succeed. The plans have further enabled the Agency to align resource utilization with strategic priorities and strengthen collaboration within and across departments. The business plans are a critical step in building a more strategic and efficient budget. This integrated system establishes accountability for performance outcomes, increases focus on strategic priorities, and specifies rigorous governance of Agency resources. Vision Easy connections... Mission to more places for more people. Sound Transit plans, builds, and operates regional transit systems and services to improve mobility for Central Puget Sound. Values As employees of Sound Transit, we will exemplify these values in our work as we achieve our vision of a regional transit system: Accountability Excellence Inclusiveness Innovation Integrity Public Trust Respect Transparency 10 of Transit Improvement Plan

15 2011 SCORECARD AGENCY MISSION STATEMENT Sound Transit plans, builds and operates regional transit systems and services to improve mobility for Central Puget Sound. THEME GOAL STATEMENT 2011 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY Implement voter approved Sound Transit programs safely, on time and within budget Establish and maintain effective schedules, project scopes and work programs to advance capital project development. Gain early knowledge of capital projects by accelerating design when possible Manage to low end of cost estimates Optimize project phasing to save dollars Save operating dollars in project development & implementation Design and construct capital programs cost effectively and on-time. Improve design quality and completeness through early definition and control of scope and mitigation by early engagement with partners and better alignment of ST, design firms and third party inputs Utilize state-of-the-art procurement and contracting processes & procedures Increase organizational focus on effective Transit Oriented Development (TOD). Insure small business/dbe goals for contracts are established and met Insure public and worker safety on construction projects Monitor contractor compliance with job site safety plans diligently Meet 100% of 2011 agency project milestones, including: - North Corridor HCT(High-Capacity Transit): Complete Alternative Analysis - East Link: Finish EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) - South Corridor: Meet South Corridor workplan milestones - O&M Facilities: Complete planning & site studies Construction contracts completed on or below budget; contingency expenditures not to exceed project progress. (Contingency Index greater 1.0 or greater) Construction contracts will be kept on or ahead of schedule (Schedule Performance Index (SPI) index of 0.95 or greater) Recordable Injury Rate (RIR)) lower than the national average on Sound Transit projects 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 11 of 199

16 2011 SCORECARD AGENCY THEME GOAL STATEMENT 2011 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES SERVICE DELIVERY Provide safe, reliable, cost effective service to customers while increasing ridership across all ST services Provide quality service to every customer, every day Achieve improvements in operating performance measures Assure timely customer communications during normal service hours and during disruptions/emergencies; develop customer communications program Increase ridership by retaining current customers and capturing more choice transit riders Implement new ST2 Express bus service improvements Improve overall customer satisfaction ratings across all service modes Complete improved customer service features on ST web Develop and institute ongoing research program focused on choice riders Develop staff team focused on ridership development opportunities and challenges Improve cost efficiency of ST service delivery operations Work with contract operators to achieve efficiencies and economies in service delivery Pursue implementation of 2009 Transit Operations Task Force recommendations Enhance safety and security of ST services & facilities Ensure emergency management plan is in place to be able to recover from disasters Improve integration of the regional transit system by enhancing service planning and scheduling with other transit agencies Work with regional partners to continue coordinated service planning and scheduling, and fare structure coordination Achieve system wide ridership at or above 25 million* projected for 2011 Meet or exceed all service on time performance and preventable accident objectives for 2011, including: - On-time performance: - ST Express: 85% - Sounder: 95% - Tacoma Link: 98.5% - Central Link: 90% (Headway Management) - Preventable accidents per revenue mile: - ST Express: 0.8 per 100,000 miles - Tacoma Link: 1.66 per 50,000 miles - Sounder: 1 per 100,000 miles - Central Link: 0.3 per 50,000 miles - Customer complaints per 100,000 boardings: - ST Express : <15 - Sounder: <15 - Tacoma Link: <15 - Central Link: <15 95% of facilities inspected per scheduled work plan maintained by the Facilities Division June 2011 fare structure changes implemented Decrease number of security-related incidents by establishing a baseline of incidents per 100,000 passengers by service mode Integrated regional trip planner implemented * In January, the continuing economic problems in the Puget Sound area caused the Agency to lower ridership targets for The targets shown above are lower than those that were included in the Adopted 2011 Budget. 12 of Transit Improvement Plan

17 2011 SCORECARD AGENCY THEME GOAL STATEMENT 2011 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES STEWARDSHIP OF RESOURCES Maintain public trust through sustainable use of financial, human and environmental resources and accountability for commitments Implement strategies to help address the 25% tax revenue shortfall from original ST2 estimates. Implement board approved program realignment. Maintain Agency assets in a cost-effective, sustainable manner through continued implementation of asset management initiative Implement Asset Management System to protect the Agency s assets Implement Agency s sustainability program effectively, making it an integral part of the organization s culture Maintain ISO designation Implement agency Sustainability Strategic Plan 100% unqualified financial audit opinion with no reportable conditions Condition assessment of 3.5 or better on 95% of agency assets Achieve agency 2011 fare box recovery targets: - ST Express: 24% - Sounder: 23% - Central Link: 27% 100% of Environmental Sustainability Management System targets met ISO designation renewed 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 13 of 199

18 2011 SCORECARD AGENCY THEME GOAL STATEMENT 2011 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES ORGANIZATIONAL VIBRANCY Foster a dynamic environment of inclusiveness where talented and dedicated people are proud to work toward a common mission Recruit, retain and motivate highly qualified staff Improve completeness and clarity of human resource policies and procedures Maintain an updated comprehensive employee orientation program Create opportunities for employee feedback and engagement Implement annual workforce awareness training Develop strong leaders and workforce necessary to fulfill ST mission by encouraging education, development and knowledge sharing Enhance staff performance evaluation process through training of managers, on-time evaluations and complete individual development plans At least 28% of ST jobs posted will be filled through internal promotions All performance reviews are completed and submitted to HR within 30 days of the anniversary date All employees have a professional development plan that includes opportunities for career development 80% of employees receive at least 16 hours of training / professional development. 50% of managers/ supervisors will receive 32 hours of leadership / management training 14 of Transit Improvement Plan

19 2011 SCORECARD AGENCY THEME GOAL STATEMENT 2011 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES OPEN & TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION Increase transparency, enhance cooperation and improve service by providing consistent and effective communications to all stakeholders Strengthen the ST brand by enhancing the relationship with current riders Complete improved trip planner and other customer service features on ST Website Work with transit partners to improve and increase communication during service disruptions Provide earlier and more complete information regarding fare, schedule and route changes Strengthen the ST brand by enhancing the relationship with voters, elected officials and other stakeholders Help ST board members be more informed and effective regarding key transportation issues Institute five corridor outreach teams focused on community education of ST plans and projects Complete Customer Relationship Management program Complete Correspondence Management Program 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 15 of 199

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21 TRANSIT IMPROVEMENT PLAN OVERVIEW The 2011 Transit Improvement Plan (TIP) provides projected capital and operating expenditures for the construction and operation of the Sound Transit regional highcapacity transit system in the Central Puget Sound, as proposed for authorization by the Sound Transit Board. This document contains information on scope, budget and risk as well as changes in budget and schedule for all active phases of both capital and operating programs. Also included in the TIP are summary-level six-year forecasts for Service Delivery expenses by mode that reflect detailed service plans contained in the 2011 Service Implementation Plan (SIP). Sound Transit s Budget and Financial Planning Division maintains a long-term Agency Financial Plan: a model of forecasted cash flows through A review of Agency programs against the Financial Plan ensures a balance of revenues and expenditures as well as affordability of the overall program. Sensitivity analysis, using the Financial Plan, gauges the impact of potential changes in the economy as well as changes in project schedule and scope on overall program affordability. Transit Improvement Plan Spending Transit Improvement Plan Summary ($000s) Life to Date Future Service Delivery - 186, , , , , ,290-1,271,209 Project Delivery 5,057, , , , , , , ,599 8,090,752 Agency Administration 343, , , , , , ,103 1,061,656 2,153,923 Total 5,400,969 1,041,710 1,152, , , , ,537 1,227,255 11,515,884 Total TIP 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 17 of 199

22 Transit Improvement Plan Funding The sources of funding for the Transit Improvement Plan are voter approved local taxes (sales and use tax, motor vehicle excise tax, and rental car tax); bonding against local taxes; farebox revenues; federal grants; interest earnings; and miscellaneous revenues. Local taxes appropriations were approved by regional voters in 1996 (Sound Move) and in 2008 (Sound Transit 2). A description of these funding sources is provided below. Sound Transit Tax Revenues Sound Transit is funded primarily by three tax sources: (1) Sales and Use Tax of 9/10 of one percent on transactions which take place in the Sound Transit District, (2) Motor Vehicle Excise Tax of 3/10 of one percent tax levied on the value of motor vehicles, and (3) Rental Car Tax of 8/10 of one percent levied on the rental value of vehicles. These three sources are projected to generate $11.9 billion over the period However, as a result of the recent recession, this amount is $3.9 billion or 25% below the revenue forecast for the Sound Transit 2 (ST2) plan approved by voters in The next section discusses responses to the recession. Federal Grants From 1997 to 2023, Sound Transit is projecting $3.2 billion in federal grant awards for Sound Move and ST2 projects including three Full Funding Grant Agreements (FFGAs): $500 million for the Initial Segment/Airport Link, $813 million for the University Link, and $600 million for an ST2 project that has yet to be decided. Farebox Revenue Farebox revenues include fares from ST Express bus service, Central Link light rail service, and Sounder commuter rail service. Fare increases for ST Express bus and Central Link light rail took effect in June 2010 with a follow-on increase in June Interest Earnings All surplus cash is invested in accordance with Washington State statute and the Asset/Liability Management policy approved by Sound Transit s Board of Directors. Miscellaneous Revenue The Agency expects to receive a variety of miscellaneous revenues, primarily advertising on rail and bus fleets along with rental income from Sound Transit properties. The Agency will also receive miscellaneous payments and contributions from government or private parties. Bond Proceeds Proceeds from bond issues are used to fund capital projects. Sound Transit s bond ratings are among the highest in the country for transit agencies, which enables the Agency to borrow at favorable rates. 18 of Transit Improvement Plan

23 Responding to the Recession The focus of the Adopted 2011 Budget and the 2011 TIP is implementation of the voterapproved transit projects and services in the face of constrained revenues. Sound Transit, like many government agencies, is facing significant budget challenges as a result of the current recession. The Agency s updated revenue forecast predicts a decline in tax revenues over of $3.9 billion (25%) compared to the Agency s July 2008 forecast on which the ST2 plan was based. Program Realignment As a result of the forecasted 25% lower revenue forecast, the Agency will no longer be able to complete the entire ST2 program within the original 15-year time period. In response to the severe reduction in projected revenues, the Sound Transit CEO directed staff to undertake a comprehensive review of the Agency s capital and operating plans to realign them with projected revenues. The results of this review were presented to the Board through the fall of The Adopted 2011 Budget and the 2011 TIP reflects the Sound Transit Board s decisions on how to implement the ST2 Plan with fewer resources. Sound Transit still has substantial resources to implement the ST2 plan. The 2011 TIP includes prioritized expenditures in order to meet capital and operating program goals within available resources. These recommendations include continuing progress on most projects; reducing the pace of service growth; and deferring, re-phasing, and/or rescoping other projects on a prioritized basis. The Agency s financial policies (ST2 Plan, Appendix B) provide that if actual or projected expenditures exceed a subarea s revenues by more than five percent, the Board shall take one or more of the following actions: Correct the shortfall through use of such subarea s uncommitted funds and/or bonding capacity which is available to the subarea; and/or Scale back the subarea plan or projects within the plan to match a revised budget; and/or Extend the time period of completion of the subarea plan; and/or Seek legislative authorization and voter approval for additional resources. Consistent with these financial policies, the 2011 TIP reflects the Board decisions to realign the overall program to match projected revenues. The 2011 TIP gives priority to projects and services that: Best achieve the stated goals of the voter-approved Sound Move and ST2 regional transit plans; Are necessary to maintain the existing system in a state of good repair; and Are already under or near construction. Projects or services that are recommended for delay, deferral, or reduction are generally those elements that were: Lower in ridership; Undefined discretionary programs not critical to build-out of the capital infrastructure or daily operation of the regional high capacity system; 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 19 of 199

24 Reserves or contingencies for projects near completion that were no longer necessary; and Projects contingent on funding from other partners where funding is not currently included in the partner plans. Based on these priorities and a detailed review of project scopes, schedules, and financial resources, the 2011 TIP recommends moving ahead with the substantial majority of current Sound Move and ST2 projects. Appendix A provides a summary of changes in ST2 cost estimates. Capital Program Adjustments North Corridor The North Corridor, encompassing North King County and Snohomish County, has the highest transit ridership in the Sound Transit district. The North King and Snohomish subareas are forecasted to experience a 16% and 28% revenue reduction, respectively, as a result of the recession. The 2011 TIP recommends maintaining full funding for all the capital investments currently under advanced development, including: University Link construction; North Link UW to Northgate final design; North Corridor HCT Northgate to Lynnwood High Capacity Transit alternatives analysis & PE/Environmental; Mountlake Terrace Freeway station construction; Edmonds Permanent Station construction; Mukilteo Station improvements; and First Hill Street Car engineering and design. In addition, the 2011 TIP recommends reviewing the following projects for possible savings and/or efficiencies that could help align the program with forecasted revenues: Sounder yard & shop projects; Light rail operations & maintenance facilities; Bus operations & maintenance facilities; and Light rail, commuter rail, and bus fleet procurements. In order to align the program with available resources in this corridor, the 2011 TIP: Suspends further funding of Edmonds Station beyond the permanent station under construction Moves the revenue service date for the UW to Northgate segment from 2020 to 2021 due to design and construction challenges (final schedule will be baselined at 60% design); and Deletes program reserves for projects at or near completion. Finally, delivery dates for the High Capacity Transit project north of Northgate will need to be continually evaluated as revenue and cost uncertainties are resolved. 20 of Transit Improvement Plan

25 East Corridor The East Corridor is the second highest transit ridership corridor in the Sound Transit district. The corridor encompasses the East King County subarea, which is forecasted to experience a 26% revenue reduction as a result of the recession. The 2011 TIP recommends full funding for many of the capital investments currently under development, including: East Link environmental engineering and design; and I-90 Two-Way HOV design and construction. In addition, the 2011 TIP directs staff to review the following projects for possible additional savings and/or efficiencies that could help align the program with revenues: Light rail operations & maintenance facilities; Bus operations & maintenance facilities; and Light rail and bus fleet procurements. In order to align the program with available resources in this corridor, the 2011 TIP also suspends the following: Potential passenger rail partnership funding on the Eastside Rail Corridor; Overlake Redmond preliminary engineering; Bothell Transit Center partnership funds; and Renton HOV access project due to funding shortfall on related third party projects. Finally, delivery dates for East Link light rail service will need to be continually evaluated as revenue and cost uncertainties are resolved. South Corridor The South Corridor encompasses the South King County and Pierce County subareas. The South King and Pierce county subareas are forecasted to experience a 31% and 26% revenue reduction, respectively, as a result of the recession. The 2011 TIP recommends funding certain capital investments and service expansions currently under development, including: Sounder Tacoma-to-Lakewood construction; Tacoma Link Extension alternatives analysis; Sounder commuter rail service extension from Lakewood to Tacoma; Airport South 200 th Link extension additional engineering; South 200th South 272 th Link alternatives analysis; Burien Transit Center parking expansion preliminary engineering; ST2 Sounder additional round-trips; purchase of additional easements; and Tukwila Sounder Station construction. In addition, the 2011 TIP directs staff to review the following projects for possible additional savings and/or efficiencies that could help align the program with revenues: 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 21 of 199

26 Sounder yard and shop projects; Light rail operations and maintenance facilities; Bus operations and maintenance facilities; Sounder Reservation Junction double-tracking; Sounder station improvements in Pierce County; and Bus, light rail, and commuter rail fleet procurement. In order to align the program with available resources in this corridor, the 2011 TIP also recommends suspending the following: Link light rail extensions south of South 200 th for funding beyond initial engineering studies; South 272 nd to the Tacoma Dome funding for preliminary engineering and right of way acquisition; Sounder station improvements in South King County; and Sounder platform extensions in Pierce and South King Counties. Project and program reserves for projects at or near completion will be deleted. In addition, delivery dates for light rail service to South 200 th need to be continually evaluated as revenue and cost uncertainties are resolved. The Board also directed agency staff to execute a work plan to evaluate the south corridor and to develop a program development plan. This plan will review project cost, ridership and financial information to assess and prioritize, according to mobility benefits, all the south corridor investments included in the ST2 plan. Systemwide The recommended program realignment reduces systemwide costs (agency administration, fare integration, insurance, research and technology, ST3 planning, and system access program) by $200 million versus the amount previously set aside in the Agency s long-term financial plan. The System Access Program is suspended as part of the Systemwide reduction. It was designed to make funding available, through a grant, to local jurisdictions to improve access to Sound Transit stations and facilities. No specific projects were identified for application of these funds in the ST2 plan. Service Reductions The initial program review also evaluated the Agency s transit services to identify potential operational efficiencies. Consistent with Board-approved service guidelines, the 2011 TIP and Adopted 2011 SIP contain reductions and changes as well as efficiencies in bus, commuter rail, and light rail services to achieve cost savings. 22 of Transit Improvement Plan

27 ST Express Bus Reduce service on five existing ST Express bus routes with a 2011 savings of $2.4 million; Eliminate and/or restructure three other existing bus routes with a 2011 savings of $1.1 million; Implement scheduling and operating efficiency changes to eight other ST Express bus routes with a 2011 savings of $2.5 million; and Defer initiation of the final 22,000 of 100,000 new service hours included in ST2 deferred with a 2011 savings of $2.8 million. Sounder Commuter Rail Delay start up of service for the four new ST2 Sounder round trips from Seattle to Lakewood by one year Transit Improvement Plan 23 of 199

28 Capital Budgeting Budget Approval and Phase Gate Process For Sound Move capital projects through 2009, the Sound Transit Board endorsed a capital budget that detailed the projected capital outlays by project, year, and phase for the lifetime of all projects. Each year, with the adoption of the annual budget, the Board approved the expenditure of capital funds by mode (Sounder commuter rail, Regional Express bus, and Link light rail) for the coming fiscal year. Beginning in 2010, the Agency shifted to a consolidated capital budgeting process for ST2 and new capital projects. Under the new process, the Board approves sufficient budget to complete project work up to a key milestone rather than by phase or for an entire project (see Appendix C for a list of project phases). This enables the Board to provide direction at key decision points that will most affect project quality as well as schedule and budget. It is the policy of Sound Transit to adhere to an internal project management and oversight process called Phase Gate. Each of eight gates represents a major milestone in the progression of a project through design, construction, and service startup; points at which new information on project alternatives, costs, schedule, risks, and affordability may be available. When a project reaches a gate, a comprehensive staff review of project information determines organizational and financial readiness and capacity. Project and department representatives from across the Agency have an opportunity to hear from the project team, ask questions, and make comments at a gate meeting. The authorized executive at the meeting makes the decision as to whether the project should proceed. If the gate triggers a budget request or selection of the preferred alternative for a project, the Board s authorization is sought following the meeting. Board authorization is required for three specific budgets: Preliminary engineering (Gate 1), Final design and right-of-way acquisition (Gate 4), and Baseline: full lifetime budget for the entire project (Gate 5). Cost Estimates and Project Budgets Each ST2 capital project has an original cost estimate. These estimates were included in the plan approved by voters in 2008 and the Agency Financial Plan. The original 2008, the adjusted 2010, and the current funded cost estimates for ST2 projects are included in Appendix A. These cost estimates reflect the portion of the projects that are funded, within the Agency s long-term Financial Plan. Projects that are proposed to proceed with only limited engineering activity are funded only at that lower level. Projects that are proposed to be suspended or deleted are reflected in this table with no current funded costs. These cost estimates are maintained on a current year constant dollar basis. For example, in the 2011 TIP, full cost estimates to build each project are in constant 2010 dollars. The Board approves budgets with year-of-expenditure dollars that include a forecasted inflation adjustment. For example, if the Board approves a preliminary engineering budget for a Sounder commuter rail station improvement of $10 million, the Agency is authorized to spend up to $10 million to complete preliminary engineering. 24 of Transit Improvement Plan

29 How to Read the 2011 Transit Improvement Plan Program details and budgets can be found in the following three sections of the document. Service Delivery The Service Delivery section of the 2011 TIP contains forecasted expenditures for operating and maintaining existing Sound Transit light rail, commuter rail, and regional bus programs throughout the region for the period Project Delivery The Project Delivery Section of the 2011 TIP contains all Board approved budgets for active Sound Move and ST2 capital projects for Link, Sounder and Regional Express. Also included in this section are Service Delivery capital budgets and Other Agency Projects budgets that are not mode specific. Summary Tables Summary tables for all modal program budgets approved by the Board include three views: 1. Budget Approval By types of budgets approved for active projects. (See Phase Gate and Budget Approval explanation above.) 2. Subarea By allocation to Sound Transit s five subareas. 3. Project Phase By project phase. (See Appendix B for a list of the project phases). Project Detail For each of the Agency s active capital projects, there is a full page that includes a project description and Board-approved budget information. Link, Sounder, and Regional Express capital projects also include budget and schedule risk assessments. The following is an explanation of the terms used in the project detail pages. Project Lifetime Budget Phase Gate Passed: Most recent Phase Gate passed indicates the progression of the project and the budgets the Board has approved. Certain Sound Move projects pre-date the implementation of Phase Gate and therefore did not pass through any gates. Pending Projects that will pass through Gate 1 before the end of the coming year Gate 1 Enter Project Development Gate 2 Identify Alternatives Gate 3 Identify Preferred Alternative Gate 4 Enter Final Design Gate 5 Establish Baseline Gate 6 Proceed to Construction Gate 7 Transition to Operations 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 25 of 199

30 Gate 8 None Close Out Project Projects that advanced through project development prior to the implementation of the Phase Gate process Baseline Budget Baseline budget is the full lifetime budget for the entire project; established once the project scope and schedule are established TIP Budget The amount of budget authorized by the Board to complete all active phases of a project, both future and historic costs, as of the adopted 2010 TIP TIP Budget The amount of budget authorized by the Board to complete all active phases of a project, both future and historic costs, as of the adopted 2011 TIP. Project Risk Assessment BUDGET RISK Estimate Type: Basis of current budget estimate used for a project: Initial Sound Move or ST2 program plans Planning Preliminary conceptual estimate developed for specific sites based on limited project information Conceptual Engineering Scoping Itemized right-of-way and construction costs on an estimated unit price PE/ED Preliminary engineering/environmental design Final Design Construction Full design drawings, specifications, and known unit prices Fixed Contribution Contractual amount of funds Sound Transit is to contribute to a project performed by another transit agency or governmental entity; may not reflect the total cost estimate for the project Budget Risk Level: Overall risk level for project is classified as high, medium, or low, depending on the presence of risk factors that could impact the budget. SCHEDULE RISK Schedule Risk Level: Overall risk level for project is classified as high, medium, or low, depending on the presence of risk factors that could impact the budget. Adopted 2010 Budget Schedule: The year anticipated for start of service as of the Adopted 2010 Budget. 26 of Transit Improvement Plan

31 Adopted 2011 Budget Schedule: The year anticipated for start of service as of the Adopted 2011 Budget. PROJECT RISK COMMENT Budget or schedule risk explained in more specific terms. Agency Administration The Agency Administration section of the 2011 TIP contains a forecast of Board approved operating expenses for agencywide staff and services; capital outlays for administrative capital; and reserves for capital replacement, emergency/loss, and insurance systemwide funds. Appendices The Appendices contain additional detail that is relevant to the 2011 TIP, such as a summary that compares the original ST2 program cost estimates approved by the voters in November 2008 to the 2010 cost estimates and the current cost estimates based on the program realignment; a list of project phases used to plan and track project costs; a reconciliation of the Proposed 2011 TIP to Endorsed 2011 TIP, a list of charts, maps, and tables; and a glossary of terms used in this document Transit Improvement Plan 27 of 199

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33 SERVICE DELIVERY The 2011 TIP contains forecasted expenses to operate and maintain the regional transit system from Operating expenses include the costs of third-party operators for light rail, commuter rail, and bus services, as well as Sound Transit s direct costs for providing those services. Service Delivery Summary ($000s) Total TIP Central Link Light Rail 51,531 51,960 53,856 55,186 59,236 70, ,885 Tacoma Link Light Rail 4,076 4,658 4,824 4,907 5,054 5,186 28,705 Sounder Commuter Rail 32,848 33,696 37,327 38,291 39,658 42, ,370 ST Express Bus 97, , , , , , ,222 Contingency 1,400 1,455 1,489 1,524 1,561 1,598 9,027 Total 186, , , , , ,290 1,271,209 Operations Plan Sound Transit operates Link light rail, Sounder commuter rail, and ST Express bus services throughout the Puget Sound region. As a part of the annual budget, the Sound Transit Board approves spending for each of these modal services for the following fiscal year. The agency also maintains a Service Implementation Plan (SIP) that forecasts service expenditures for a six-year period. The 2011 SIP provides the service plan on which the Adopted 2011 Budget was based. The 2011 SIP was adopted by the Board at the same time as the Adopted 2011 Budget. The TIP only includes the summary information of spending during the six-year period elaborated on in the SIP. The full 2011 SIP can be obtained at Program Realignment The Agency program realignment has evaluated the Agency s transit services to identify potential operational efficiencies. Consistent with Board approved service guidelines, the 2011 TIP does recommend reduction, realignment, and efficiencies in the bus, commuter rail, and light rail services to achieve cost savings. To achieve cost reductions, the 2011 TIP and 2011 Service Implementation Plan set out service changes in ST Express bus and Sounder commuter rail Transit Improvement Plan 29 of 199

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35 PROJECT DELIVERY The 2011 TIP contains all Board-authorized capital project budgets to design and construct the voter-approved regional transit programs. Capital projects are organized by transit mode (Link light rail, Sounder commuter rail, and Regional Express bus) and an all-modes (Service Delivery) category. In addition, both capital and operating budgets for Other Agency Projects are included in this section. Project Delivery Summary Project Delivery constitutes the majority of spending in the TIP. The Link light rail, Sounder commuter rail, and Regional Express bus capital projects form the backbone of the Sound Transit programs to expand the regional transit system. Life to Date Project Delivery Summary ($000s) Future Link Light Rail 3,024, , , , , , ,025 76,736 5,235,897 Sounder Commuter Rail 1,171, , ,438 81,040 3,880 1, ,491,190 Regional Express Bus 618,418 39,658 98,824 5,399 3,069 14, ,633 Service Delivery 182,344 42,191 54,572 35,301 3,703 15,894 28, ,150 Other Agency Projects 61,023 6,247 5,558 7,955 6,239 23,566 22,365 87, ,883 Total 5,057, , , , , , , ,399 8,090,752 Total TIP Sound Transit Programs Link Light Rail The TIP identifies funding to complete University Link, extending light rail from downtown Seattle to the University of Washington. Construction of this segment represents the Agency s major construction capital outlays through It is funded in part by an $813 million Full Funding Grant Agreement from the federal government. The 2011 TIP also identifies funding to advance planning and engineering work on system extensions north, south, and east as provided in the ST2 Plan and the program realignment. Sounder Commuter Rail Funds to complete the major elements of the Sound Move Sounder commuter rail program are included in the TIP. The largest remaining project in the program is the construction of track and signal improvements to extend service from Tacoma to Lakewood. This work is scheduled to be completed in Additional Sound Move Sounder commuter rail projects contained in the 2011 TIP include construction of station facilities in Edmonds, a south platform at Mukilteo Station, a layover facility in Lakewood, and environmental permitting and mitigation Transit Improvement Plan 31 of 199

36 Other projects funded in the TIP include purchase of four additional round trip train easements from Seattle to Lakewood, evaluation of proposals activities for the Eastside Rail Partnership on the former BNSF Eastside Corridor, Station Access and Demand Study, Sounder Yard and Shop Facility, design and construction of the Positive Train Control wayside elements in the Tacoma to Lakewood corridor, and construction of Tukwila Station. Regional Express Bus For the Regional Express bus program, the TIP includes funds to complete major elements of the Sound Move Regional Express bus capital improvements. Completion of construction of the Mountlake Terrace Freeway Station in 2011 is one of the program s largest remaining projects. Other remaining Sound Move Regional Express projects include the I-90 Two Way Transit and HOV Operations projects (Stages 2 and 3) and a number of capped contribution projects led by other jurisdictions. Regional Express ST2 projects funded in the TIP include the Burien Transit Center Parking Expansion (capped contribution) and planning for the ST Express Bus Base. Service Delivery Service Delivery capital projects are included in this section of the 2011 TIP. These projects are for necessary maintenance and enhancements to facilities, technology, and safety and security related to the Agency's operating system. Also included in this section are additions and replacement of rolling stock. Other Agency Projects Other Agency Projects include initiatives that are not specific to a particular capital project, but benefit the regional transit system and Sound Transit more broadly. The 2011 TIP shows lifetime budgets and descriptions for projects including: Fare Administration, Research and Technology, STart (Public Art Program), and Transit- Oriented Development. 32 of Transit Improvement Plan

37 Link Light Rail Capital Program Description A core focus of Sound Transit s Transit Improvement Plan is the development of a 55- mile light rail transit system. The first segments of this network went into service in 2009 and included connections from Seattle to Tukwila and Tukwila to SeaTac. Efforts are underway for expansion of the system from downtown Seattle to the University of Washington. In November 2008, prior to service implementation on the initial network, voters approved expansion of the system from the University of Washington to Northgate and northward to Shoreline, Mountlake Terrace, and Lynnwood; eastward to Mercer Island, Bellevue, and Redmond; and southward to Des Moines and Federal Way, creating a new transportation corridor in the major population and employment centers. Initial Segment The Initial Segment opened for service on July 18, The project connects the Tukwila International Boulevard Station in Tukwila with downtown Seattle. Airport Link The Airport Link connects the Tukwila International Boulevard Station on elevated and at-grade tracks to a light rail station at the main terminal at Sea-Tac International Airport. Airport Link opened for service on December 19, Central Link Switch Heaters The Central Link Switch Heaters project includes the design and installation of switch heaters at the Central Link Operations and Maintenance Facility Yard, yard entrance, and SeaTac/Airport Station crossover switches. DSTT South Access Security The Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel (DSTT) South Access Security project includes the design and construction of barriers and other deterrents, modification of train detection circuits, and channelization of traffic to prevent unauthorized vehicles from gaining access to the south entrance of the DSTT. South Link Airport to South 200 th Street The South Link Airport to South 200 th Street project will extend light rail from Airport Station along an elevated guideway to a station and a park-and-ride lot at South 200 th Street. Preliminary engineering (PE) and the environmental impact statement (EIS) has been completed and a record of decision (ROD) has been issued for this segment. South Corridor HCT South 200 th Street to South 272 nd Street Identification and development of alternatives to extend South Link an additional 4.8 miles south from South 200 th Street to South 272 nd Street in north Federal Way is included in future plans of the Agency but not fully funded in the 2011 TIP. University Link University Link is a 3.15-mile light rail extension that will run in twin-bored tunnels from downtown Seattle north to the University of Washington, with underground stations at Capitol Hill and on the University of Washington campus near Husky Stadium. University Link broke ground in early 2009 and is expected to open for revenue service in Transit Improvement Plan 33 of 199

38 North Link University of Washington Station to Northgate North Link University of Washington (UW) Station to Northgate is a 4.3-mile extension of light rail from the UW Station north under the UW campus via twin-bored tunnels to an underground Brooklyn Station in the University District at NE 45 th Street continuing to an underground Roosevelt Station at NE 65 th Street. The extension exits the tunnel and continues north via elevated guideways to the Northgate Station. PE and the EIS were completed in 2006 and a ROD has been issued for this segment. North Corridor Transit Northgate to Lynnwood Identification and development of alternatives to extend North Link 8.2 miles from Northgate to the city of Lynnwood are included in future plans of the Agency. East Link East Link is a 14-mile light rail extension serving East King County and connecting to the Central Link in Seattle via the I-90 floating bridge. The project has completed conceptual engineering and is currently in the environmental phase. The East Link corridor extends from the Central Link International District/Chinatown Station in Seattle to Overlake (Redmond) via Mercer Island and Bellevue. Tacoma Link Expansion Alternatives Analysis Tacoma Link opened for service on August 22, It connects downtown Tacoma with a regional transit center at the Tacoma Dome Station where riders can transfer to Sounder commuter rail, ST Express buses, or local Pierce Transit buses. Five stations serve major city destinations including the theater district, history museum, University of Washington branch campus, and the commercial core. Sound Transit, in partnership with the city of Tacoma and Pierce Transit, is studying the potential to expand Tacoma Link in the context of City and Pierce Transit service and capital plans. The study will be completed in accordance with FTA guidelines for conducting Alternatives Analysis to maintain eligibility for future Small Starts consideration for any system expansion identified through the analysis. First Hill Streetcar Sound Transit, in partnership with the city of Seattle, is funding planning, design, and construction of the First Hill Link Connector. The streetcar connector will extend from Capitol Hill to the International District/Chinatown Station in downtown Seattle. The city of Seattle is the lead for this project; Sound Transit s financial contribution to the project is capped. Link Light Rail Maintenance and Storage In an effort to evaluate and ultimately improve Link light rail operational and maintenance cost efficiencies, ST2 identified funding for reviewing and evaluating current and future light rail storage and maintenance requirements and for development, design and construction of future operations and maintenance facilities to support proposed system expansion. This work includes a systemwide light rail operational and fleet planning analysis to test scenarios for locating a light rail vehicle storage and maintenance facility. 34 of Transit Improvement Plan

39 Link Light Rail Capital Projects 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 35 of 199

40 Capital Plan The 2011 TIP for Link light rail includes projects at various stages of completion as shown in the table below. Program Element Department Project Status Tacoma Link Alternatives Analysis PEPD Alternatives Analysis Link Light Rail Maintenance and PEPD Alternatives Analysis Storage North Corridor Transit Northgate to PEPD Alternatives Analysis Lynnwood South Corridor HCT South 200 th PEPD Alternatives Analysis Street to South 272 nd Street South Link Airport to South 200 th DECM Preliminary Engineering Street East Link PEPD - DECM Final Design North Link UW to Northgate DECM Final Design and ROW First Hill Streetcar DECM Final Design University Link DECM Construction Central Link Switch Heaters DECM In Service Initial Segment DECM In Service Airport Link DECM In Service Program Realignment Consistent with Agency financial policies, the 2011 TIP reflects Board-approved measures to realign the overall program to match projected revenues. The 2011 TIP maintains full funding for all the capital investments currently under advanced development, including: University Link construction; North Link UW to Northgate final design; North Corridor Transit Northgate to Lynnwood High Capacity Transit alternatives analysis & PE/Environmental; First Hill Street Car engineering and design; East Link environmental engineering and design; Tacoma Link Extension alternatives analysis; South Link - Airport to South 200 th additional engineering; and South 200 th South 272 th Link alternative analysis. In addition, the 2011 TIP recommends reviewing the following projects for possible savings and/or efficiencies that could help align the program with forecasted revenues: Light rail fleet procurement; and Light rail operations and maintenance facilities. 36 of Transit Improvement Plan

41 To align the program with available resources, the 2011 TIP also assumes the following: Moving the revenue service date for the UW to Northgate segment from 2020 to 2021 due to design and construction challenges (final schedule will be baselined at 60% design); Deleting program reserves for projects at or near completion; Suspending Overlake Redmond preliminary engineering; Suspending Link light rail extensions south of South 200 th funding beyond initial engineering studies; and Suspending South 272 nd to the Tacoma Dome funding for preliminary engineering and right of way acquisition. Project Changes The 2011 TIP includes one new project the design and construction of the DSTT South Security Access improvements which was approved by the Board on July 22, Budget Changes The project lifetime budget for East Link has increased $267 million to $365 million to fund final design efforts. Final design is expected to continue through the first quarter of The project lifetime budget for South Link to South 200 th Street increased $18.6 million to fund additional efforts for refining the previously completed preliminary engineering and developing a design-build project approach. The proposed lifetime budget for the Central Link Switch Heaters was decreased $800 thousand in cost savings; savings were used to partially fund the DSTT South Security Access project. The project lifetime budget for the Initial Segment Project Reserve was reduced by $37.6 million; the $37.6 million has been defunded from the Link capital program. The project lifetime budget for the South Corridor HCT Study was decreased by $32.6 million to $2.5 million; preliminary engineering and environmental documentation activities have been deferred until the future when funding is available; funding is provided to identify potential routes, stations and terminal locations, and to conduct conceptual engineering and cost estimating Transit Improvement Plan 37 of 199

42 Schedule Changes The Adopted 2010 Budget for the South Corridor HCT project included funding for completion of preliminary engineering with a completion date of The lifetime budget for this project has been revised and now includes only alternatives analysis which will be completed in Baseline No Link projects were baselined in Scope, Schedule and Budget Risks Link projects are being managed to minimize schedule and budget risks. Potential risks are highlighted below: Project Budget Risk Schedule Risk Comments University Link Medium Medium Complex construction methodology (tunneling) presents a budget risk; risk assessment quantified risk such that schedule and budget contingency was included in the project budget to address anticipated risks. Initial Segment High Low Noise mitigation efforts, voids remediation, and resolution of outstanding contracts closeout issues present budget risks. Airport Link Low Low Project completed and in service; limited closeout issues remain. North Link UW to Northgate High Low Budget risks associated with tunnel design, coordination with project stakeholders and third parties, and ROW acquisition issues. South Link Airport to South 200 th Medium Low Through the program realignment, it is proposed that construction be accelerated to achieve service launch in Budget risk is present if alternative contracting strategy (design-build) is not feasible. East Link High High ST2 funding for the alignment does not include a tunnel in downtown Bellevue; a financial commitment/contribution from city of Bellevue needed for tunnel alignment. Delay in finalizing alignment presents schedule and budget risks. Tacoma Link Alternatives Analysis Link Light Rail Maintenance and Storage Medium Medium Project requires coordination with community stakeholders; risk to schedule and budget for the alternatives analysis. Scope remains uncertain. Medium Low Budget risk exists due to uncertainties in scope. 38 of Transit Improvement Plan

43 Project South Corridor HCT South 200 th Street to South 272 nd Street North Corridor Transit Project Northgate to Lynnwood Budget Risk Schedule Risk Comments Low Low Project includes the identification of potential routes, stations, terminal locations, public and stakeholder outreach, preliminary environmental assessment, ridership forecasting, conceptual engineering, and cost estimating. There is no evidence of any substantial budget or schedule risk. Medium Medium Budget risk exists until HCT alternatives are identified and evaluated and ROD is issued. Schedule risk exists due to the need to coordinate with multiple third parties, stakeholders and jurisdictions, and the protocols established for the FTA New Starts process Transit Improvement Plan 39 of 199

44 Baseline 200-University Link-Pine St Stub Tunnel to UW Stn 525, , , , , , ,357 11,227 1,756, DSTT South Access Security , Initial Segment Project Reserve , ,695 Subtotal 525, , , , , , ,357 11,227 1,847,702 In Service 300-Initial Segment 2,010,095 47,776 12, ,070, Central Link Switch Heaters 2, , Airport Link - 154th St to 176th St 254,585 2,742 11, ,100 Subtotal 2,266,893 50,757 23, ,341,553 Closed 390-DSTT Capital Costs 23, , Tacoma Link 77, ,097 Subtotal 100, ,817 Total 3,024, , , , , , ,025 76,736 5,235,897 1-Snohomish County 2,135 5,562 6,180 10,186 7, ,258 2-North King County 2,092, , , , , , ,333 46,250 3,906,628 3-South King County 806,995 16,875 32, ,762 4-East King County 45,050 52,365 58,353 62,856 61,145 42,562 9,692 30, ,508 5-Pierce County 77, ,740 Total 3,024, , , , , , ,025 76,736 5,235,897 Budget Approval In $000s Link 2011 TIP by Budget Approval Preliminary Engineering Final Design & ROW 007-First Hill Streetcar 4,658 27,846 49,300 42,984 7, , Tacoma Link Alternatives Analysis , Link Light Rail Maintenance and Storage North Corridor HCT- Northgate to Lynnwood 3,857 10,108 11,319 18,655 13, , South Corridor HCT-S 200th St to S 272nd St , ,504 Subtotal 8,825 39,565 63,184 61,639 21, , North Link - UW Station to Northgate 63,975 84,637 71,969 44,411 28,244 8,508 8,918 34, , South Link-Airport to 200th St 13,082 11,338 16, , East Link 45,263 52,593 58,705 63,236 61,514 42,819 9,750 30, ,550 Subtotal 122, , , ,243 89,758 51,327 18,668 65, ,441 Subarea In $000s 2011 TIP by Subarea Note: Figures shown are rounded to nearest thousand, so totals may vary from the detail and Debt Service costs are not included in the figures.

45 Phase In $000s 2011 TIP by Phase Link 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 41 of Agency Administration 231,390 34,681 39,840 36,485 37,097 32,319 22,467 17, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 126,154 24,696 16,585 18,232 11,335 1, , Final Design & Specification 233,206 38,485 67,918 60,153 48,417 25,677 11,995 36, , Third Parties 78,645 32,020 57,221 50,813 15,882 4,624 1,911 18, , ROW Acquisition & Permits 407,591 85,688 55,427 24,063 17,198 3,950 25, , Construction 1,584, , , , ,184 87,556 79,069 3,119 2,590, Construction Services 136,691 17,369 19,439 15,770 13,232 8,751 4,220 1, , Vehicles 208,264 43,755 6, , System Testing & Startup 17, ,012 1,936-27, Contingency , ,754 Total 3,024, , , , , , ,025 76,736 5,235,897 Note: Figures shown are rounded to nearest thousand, so totals may vary from the detail and Debt Service costs are not included in the figures.

46 Link 007 First Hill Streetcar Scope: Provides funding for planning, design and construction of the First Hill Streetcar through a partnership agreement with the City of Seattle. The agreement calls for Sound Transit to make a series of reimbursement payments to the City. ST is responsible for reviewing design, supporting the City s community outreach effort, coordinating the interface with Sound Transit project at Capitol Hill, and overseeing the City s overall effort to design and construct the project. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 5-Establish Baseline Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 132, ,780 Sub Area 2-North King County 4,658 27,846 49,300 42,984 7, ,780 Total 4,658 27,846 49,300 42,984 7, , Agency Administration ,367 1, , Third Parties 4,642 27,089 47,933 41,736 7, ,913 Total 4,658 27,846 49,300 42,984 7, ,780 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Fixed Contribution Low Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Low of Transit Improvement Plan

47 Link 008 Tacoma Link Alternatives Analysis Scope: Sound Transit in partnership with the City of Tacoma and Pierce Transit, will study the potential of expanding Tacoma Link in the context of the City and Pierce Transit service and capital plans. The work will follow Federal Transit Administration guidance for conducting Alternatives Analysis so as not to preclude future Small Starts grant funding consideration. Funding for construction of this project represents a maximum capital contribution by ST to the overall cost of extending the line in the future if other public or private entities provide additional funding. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Proj Development Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 1,642 1,642 Sub Area 5-Pierce County ,642 Total , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review , Contingency Total ,642 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Planning Medium Medium Project Risk Comment: Budget and Schedule Risk: Project requires coordination with community stakeholders; risk to schedule and budget for the alternatives analysis Transit Improvement Plan 43 of 199

48 Link 009 Link Light Rail Maintenance and Storage Scope: This project is a systemwide Link light rail operational and fleet planning analysis that includes the development of a rail fleet management plan, a systemwide operations plan and an assessment of future light rail maintenance and train storage requirements. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Proj Development Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: Sub Area 1-Snohomish County North King County South King County East King County Total Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Total Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Planning Medium Low Project Risk Comment: Budget Risk: Exists due to uncertainties in scope. 44 of Transit Improvement Plan

49 Link 100 North Link - UW Station to Northgate The North Link - University of Washington (UW) Station to Northgate project is 4.3 mile extension of the light rail from the UW Station north under the campus via twin-bored tunnels to an underground Brooklyn Station in the University District along Brooklyn Ave between NE 43rd Street and NE 45th Street, an underground Roosevelt Station along 12th Ave NE between NE 65th Street and NE 67th Street, and via retained cut and elevated sections to an elevated Northgate Station located east of First Avenue Northeast, spanning Northeast 103rd Street. North Link preliminary engineering and the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) were completed in 2006 and a Record of Decision has been issued for this segment. The project is in a position to begin final design. Prior to amendment in early 2010, the project lifetime budget included funding to perform ST2 early work, reimburse the Regional Fund for protective property acquisitions made during prior years, right of way administration, and construction of light rail vehicle (LRT) yard expansion at the Central Link Operations and Maintenance Facility to accommodate North Link. Changes since 2010: The project lifetime budget was increased by $238.3 million through February 2010 budget amendment to perform final design, third party coordination, property acquisition, and related tasks. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 4-Enter Final Design Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 345, ,500 Sub Area 2-North King County 63,975 84,637 71,969 44,411 28,244 8,508 8,918 34, ,500 Total 63,975 84,637 71,969 44,411 28,244 8,508 8,918 34, , Agency Administration 3,354 4,992 5,742 6,036 6,054 6,308 6,718 10,257 49, Pre-Engineering/Env Review 14, , Final Design & Specification 6,813 15,633 23,179 20,758 9,567 2,200 2,200 5,591 85, Third Parties 1, ,491 20, ROW Acquisition & Permits 30,267 63,223 41,291 17,516 12, , Construction 7, , Construction Services Total 63,975 84,637 71,969 44,411 28,244 8,508 8,918 34, ,500 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: PE/PD High Low Project Risk Comment: Budget Risk: This project shares many similarities with the University Link project in terms of scope and risk. Risks associated with underground conditions, limited site access and deep stations have the potential to impact costs Transit Improvement Plan 45 of 199

50 Link 115 North Corridor HCT- Northgate to Lynnwood The North Corridor HCT Project entails the identification and evaluation of high capacity transit alternatives from Northgate in the City of Seattle to Lynnwood in Snohomish County, with service in the cities of Shoreline and Mountlake Terrace. The current phase of the project includes an alternatives analysis, conceptual engineering, the development of draft and final environmental impact statements, and preliminary engineering. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Proj Development Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 57,119 57,119 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 2,106 5,519 6,180 10,186 7, ,187 2-North King County 1,751 4,589 5,139 8,469 5, ,932 Total 3,857 10,108 11,319 18,655 13, , Agency Administration 1,166 2,181 2,778 2,880 4, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 2,691 7,831 8,216 15,147 8, , Third Parties ,618 Total 3,857 10,108 11,319 18,655 13, ,119 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Planning Medium Medium Project Risk Comment: Budget Risk: Exists until HCT alternatives are identified and evaluated, and Record of Decision received. Schedule Risk: Exists due to need to coordinate with multiple third parties, stakeholders and jurisdictions, and comply with the requirements of the Federal Transit Administration's New Starts process. 46 of Transit Improvement Plan

51 Link 200 University Link-Pine St Stub Tunnel to UW Stn University Link is a 3.15-mile light rail extension located entirely underground with tunnels that will travel east from the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel (DSTT), cross under I-5, and proceed east and then north to an underground Capitol Hill Station, serving the First Hill/Capitol Hill urban center. The tunnel route will then cross under the Lake Washington Ship Canal to an interim terminus in an underground University of Washington (UW) Station near Husky Stadium, serving the University of Washington campus and the surrounding neighborhoods. With the exception of limited cut-and-cover tunnel sections in the vicinity of the stations, the alignment is located in two parallel bored tunnels that will be constructed using Earth Pressure Balanced Tunnel Boring Machines. University Link is expected to generate high ridership by connecting the three major population and employment centers of Downtown Seattle, Capitol Hill and the University District when it opens in Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 6-Proceed to Construction Baseline Budget : 1,756, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 1,756,007 1,756,007 Sub Area 2-North King County 525, , , , , , ,357 11,227 1,756,007 Total 525, , , , , , ,357 11,227 1,756, Agency Administration 22,459 13,540 13,948 14,346 14,403 13,725 15,749 7, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 24, , Final Design & Specification 62,631 8,952 5,768 3,375 3,070 1,927 1, , Third Parties 9,187 2,435 2,740 1,608 1, , ROW Acquisition & Permits 123, , , , Construction 209, , , , ,184 87,556 79,069 2,619 1,148, Construction Services 18,296 16,604 17,848 15,770 13,232 8,751 4,220 1,004 95, Vehicles 55,595 43,755 4, , System Testing & Startup ,012 1,936-9,400 Total 525, , , , , , ,357 11,227 1,756,007 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Baseline Cost Estimate Medium Medium Project Risk Comment: Budget Risk: Risk is primarily associated with the complex nature of underground construction. These risks include: limited site access, soil conditions, water infiltration, and settlement concerns. A robust level of estimating and risk analysis and mitigation were included when the budget was developed, including appropriate levels of contingencies. Schedule Risk: Major schedule risks on this project are: production rate of the underground construction works, and interface of multiple contracts on the same site. The baseline schedule has built-in float that could be utilized to mitigate potential delays Transit Improvement Plan 47 of 199

52 Link 300 Initial Segment The 14-mile Initial Segment of the Central Link light rail line has a northern terminus in the Pine Street Stub Tunnel (PSST), with passenger service beginning at Westlake Station serving downtown Seattle, the SODO industrial area, Beacon Hill, Rainier Valley, Tukwila and reaching an interim southern terminus at the Tukwila International Boulevard Station (S.154th St.). Passenger stations include Westlake, University Street, Pioneer Square, International District/Chinatown, Stadium, SODO, Beacon Hill, Mount Baker, Columbia City, Othello, Rainier Beach, and Tukwila International Boulevard. The Operations and Maintenance Facility and Yard is located south of South Forest Street. The Initial Segment opened for service on July 18, Project budget is provided for follow-on work items including noise mitigation, voids remediation, and resolution of outstanding contracts closeout issues. Remaining unallocated contingency within the Initial Segment project has been set aside to close out North King County segments, including the Beacon Hill Tunnel. Lifetime subarea budgets reflect the sum of actual historical lifetime outlays by subarea, plus estimated costs to complete distributed by subarea in accordance with the equity area rules established in the baseline cost estimate (BCE). Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget : 2,070, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 2,070,000 2,070,000 Sub Area 2-North King County 1,471,383 45,518 10, ,526,936 3-South King County 538,711 2,258 2, ,064 Total 2,010,095 47,776 12, ,070, Agency Administration 183, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 33, , Final Design & Specification 143, , Third Parties 61, , ROW Acquisition & Permits 206, , Construction 1,131,103 45,489 9, ,186, Construction Services 103, , Vehicles 130, , System Testing & Startup 16, ,064 Total 2,010,095 47,776 12, ,070,000 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction High Low Project Risk Comment: Budget Risk: Project is substantially complete, with one major claim pending resolution. Schedule Risk: Work is substantially complete. 48 of Transit Improvement Plan

53 Link 310 Central Link Switch Heaters The Central Link Switch Heaters project provides and installs switch heaters at the Central Link Operations and Maintenance Facility yard, yard entrance, and the Airport station cross-over switches. Changes since 2010: Budget reduced by $800 thousand through July 2010 budget amendment. Final acceptance for this work was expected in 2010, but has been delayed pending replacement of equipment by the manufacturer. The 2011 Budget includes funding to complete the project. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget : 3, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 2,453 2,453 Sub Area 2-North King County 1, ,815 3-South King County Total 2, , Agency Administration Construction 2, ,320 Total 2, ,453 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Construction Low Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Low Transit Improvement Plan 49 of 199

54 Link 320 DSTT South Access Security The DSTT South Access Security project will provide for design and construction of barriers and other deterrents, modification of train detection circuits, and channelization of traffic to prevent unauthorized vehicles from gaining access to the south entrance of the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel (DSTT). Changes since 2010: New project adopted through July 2010 budget amendment. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 6-Proceed to Construction Baseline Budget : 1, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 1,000 1,000 Sub Area 2-North King County ,000 Total , Agency Administration Construction Total ,000 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Final Design Low Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Low of Transit Improvement Plan

55 Link 399 Initial Segment Project Reserve Unallocated project reserve for the Central Link Initial Segment that, if required, can be directed to augment contingencies allocated for individual line items within the Initial Segment budget. This project reserve may not be used for additional scope. A supermajority vote of the board is required to allocate these funds to the project. Changes since 2010: The South King County share of the project reserve in the amount of $37.6 million has been defunded as part of the Program Realignment. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 5-Establish Baseline Baseline Budget : 128, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 128,300 90,695 Sub Area 2-North King County , ,695 3-South King County Total , , Contingency , ,695 Total , ,695 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Construction Low Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Low Transit Improvement Plan 51 of 199

56 Link 400 Airport Link - 154th St to 176th St Airport Link is a 1.7-mile light rail extension between the Tukwila International Boulevard station and the SeaTac International Airport. The Airport Link route is a combination of elevated and at-grade guideway, and includes a light rail station near the main terminal of the Airport, a pedestrian bridge, and a pick-up and drop-off facility located on the east side of International Boulevard in the City of SeaTac. The Airport Link project opened for service ahead of schedule on December 19, The adopted lifetime budget reflects planned activities to achieve certified final acceptance and to complete construction close-out. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget : 269, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 269, ,100 Sub Area 3-South King County 254,585 2,742 11, ,100 Total 254,585 2,742 11, , Agency Administration 9, , , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 3, , Final Design & Specification 15, , Third Parties 1, , ROW Acquisition & Permits 11, , Construction 183,070 2,017 7, , Construction Services 14, , Vehicles 13, , System Testing & Startup ,000 Total 254,585 2,742 11, ,100 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Construction Low Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Low of Transit Improvement Plan

57 Link 420 South Link-Airport to 200th St The South Link - Airport to S. 200th Street project will extend from the SeaTac/Airport Station along an elevated guideway to a station combined with a park and ride lot at South 200th St. The Adopted 2010 lifetime budget of $22.8 million for this project reflects an estimate for some right of way acquisition and administration, including acquisitions made during prior years and funding for right of way administration contracts for the five-year period , and to refine preliminary engineering. The 2011 lifetime budget adds $18.6 million from ST2 funds for final design, to a revised project budget of $41.4M. Completion of right of way acquisition and construction for this project have not yet been authorized or funded. Changes since 2010: Additional ST2 budget of $18.6 million identified to complete design elements necessary to potentially proceed with design-build approach. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Project Development Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 22,772 41,391 Sub Area 3-South King County 13,082 11,338 16, ,391 Total 13,082 11,338 16, , Agency Administration 700 2, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 2, , , Final Design & Specification 373 6,000 9, , Third Parties , ROW Acquisition & Permits 8,755 2,177 3, ,441 Total 13,082 11,338 16, ,391 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: PE/PD Medium Low Project Risk Comment: Budget Risk: At this time, completion for right of way acquisitions, final design and construction has a medium budget risk. Budget risk for the current phase of the project is low for the preliminary engineering refinements, and medium for right of way acquisitions, due in part to fluctuations in real property values. Through the Program Re-Alignment, it is proposed that construction be accelerateed to achieve service launch in Budget risk is present if the alternative contrracting strategy (design-build) is not feasible. Schedule Risk: Schedule risk for the current phase of the project is low for the preliminary engineering elements, and medium for right of way, due in part to varied time requirements to complete acquisitions Transit Improvement Plan 53 of 199

58 Link 445 South Corridor HCT-S 200th St to S 272nd St Scope: Identify potential routes and station locations, including potential terminal locations, to inform local comprehensive planning, prepare for formal environmental review and engineering and to provide the Sound Transit Board with information to make informed decisions on high capacity transit expansion. Work will include public and stakeholder outreach, preliminary environmental assessment, ridership forecasting, conceptual engineering, schedule review and cost estimating. Changes Since 2010: As a result of the forecasted 25% revenue reduction 2011 TIP budget was reduced by $32.5M to $2.5M to fund a re-evaluation of light rail and other projects in the South Corridor. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Proj Development Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 35,098 2,504 Sub Area 3-South King County , ,504 Total , , Agency Administration , Pre-Engineering/Env Review , ,318 Total , ,504 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Study Estimate Low Low Project Risk Comment: There is no evidence of any substantial budget or schedule risk. 54 of Transit Improvement Plan

59 Link 600 East Link The East Link project is an expansion of light rail from downtown Seattle to the Eastside. The project would connect to Central Link at the International District Station in Seattle and provide stations on I-90 at Rainier Avenue and Mercer Island. Through Bellevue and Redmond, the preferred alternative includes a station to serve an expanded S. Bellevue park-and-ride, two downtown Bellevue stations, an Overlake Hospital station, two Bel-Red stations, an Overlake Village station, and a terminal station at the Overlake Transit Center. Environmental review includes a future extension to downtown Redmond. The proposed final design phase budget is based on the current preferred alternative with an at-grade alignment in downtown Bellevue. Final alignment and station location decisions will be made following completion of the environmental review. Changes since 2010: Additional budget in the amount of $266.6 million for the final design phase is added to the previously approved lifetime budget for preliminary engineering and environmental review. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 2-ID Alternatives Baseline Budget : TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 97, ,550 Sub Area 2-North King County ,187 4-East King County 44,992 52,278 58,353 62,856 61,145 42,562 9,692 30, ,363 Total 45,263 52,593 58,705 63,236 61,514 42,819 9,750 30, , Agency Administration 5,985 9,466 12,166 11,976 11,884 12, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 38,130 15,138 4,000 3,000 3,000 1, , Final Design & Specification - 7,850 29,350 36,020 35,780 21,550 8,430 30, , Third Parties ,360 6,740 6,450 3,790 1, , ROW Acquisition & Permits ,228 7,829 5,500 4,400 3, ,157 Total 45,263 52,593 58,705 63,236 61,514 42,819 9,750 30, ,550 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Final Design High High Project Risk Comment: Budget and Schedule Risk: The completion of environmental review has been delayed due to the re-evaluation of the preferred alternative in Bellevue and Redmond over the past year. Due to the economic recession, the financial plan project cost has also been reduced by eliminating project reserves and reducing soft costs. The Capital cost estimate updated for the interim preliminary engineering submittal indicated that project cost exceeds available capacity within the Agency financial plan. Furthermore, negotiations with the City of Bellevue regarding the selection of an at-grade or tunnel alternative through downtown Bellevue pose additional schedule and budget risk. Additional risk areas include engineering challenges in the I-90 corridor, differences with the City of Bellevue Council regarding the alignment in south Bellevue, and the scope of Sound Transit s construction in the Bel-Red corridor Transit Improvement Plan 55 of 199

60 Sounder Commuter Rail Capital Program Description The Sounder commuter rail program includes planning, right-of-way acquisition, design, and construction of the infrastructure to support a commuter rail system. When completed, the system will have peak-hour passenger train service to 12 stations along an 83-mile corridor between Everett in Snohomish County and Lakewood in Pierce County. The Sounder capital projects are grouped in three segments: Everett Seattle, Seattle Tacoma, and Tacoma Lakewood. Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) owns the right-of-way between Everett and Tacoma. Sound Transit owns about 7 miles of right-of-way at the south end of the corridor between Lakewood and Tacoma and is acquiring about 1.2 miles of right-of-way to close the gap between the northern end of this right-of-way and the Tacoma Dome Station in Tacoma. With the voter approval of ST2, systemwide program elements, including station access improvements and a Sounder Yard and Shop facility, are being planned. Everett Seattle Segment The Everett Seattle segment is a 35-mile BNSF railroad corridor. Sound Transit and BNSF executed agreements that allow commuter rail service in the corridor with stops at Edmonds, Mukilteo, and Everett. The agreements provide Sound Transit perpetual commuter rail, round-trip service easements for four trips a day that are tied to Sound Transit delivering to BNSF environmental permits and approvals for track and signal improvements throughout the corridor. The final permit was completed and certified by BNSF in August The BNSF track and signal improvements will replace three single track sections in the corridor with double tracking and increase the capacity of the system. The first round trip commuter train between Seattle and Everett went into service in December 2003, the second in June 2005, the third in September 2007, and the fourth in September Seattle Tacoma Segment The Seattle Tacoma segment is a 40-mile BNSF railroad corridor between Seattle and Tacoma. Sound Transit designed, constructed, and provides commuter rail service at seven Sounder commuter rail stations: King Street (Seattle), Tukwila, Kent, Auburn, Sumner, Puyallup, and Tacoma. Service at Tukwila is currently provided at a temporary facility; construction of a permanent station is planned for Extensive track and signal improvements throughout the 40-mile Seattle to Tacoma corridor were completed through a partnership between Sound Transit and BNSF. These improvements increased the rail capacity of the corridor to support nine round-trip Sounder trains each weekday without compromising freight mobility in the Puget Sound area. Together, the partnership accomplished approximately $453 million in rail capacity improvements, including a new train control signal system, railroad crossing safety improvements, and approximately 25 miles of track upgrades. Future activities planned within the Seattle Tacoma segment using ST2 funding include four new weekday round trips. 56 of Transit Improvement Plan

61 Tacoma Lakewood Segment The Tacoma Lakewood segment is eight miles and includes over one mile of new track to be constructed by Sound Transit and seven miles of track purchased from BNSF that is being upgraded for commuter rail by Sound Transit. This corridor will serve stations in South Tacoma and Lakewood. It will connect to the Seattle Tacoma segment at the Tacoma Dome Station. Construction in the corridor is being completed in two phases. The M Street to Lakewood phase began in Civil construction in this phase was completed in December 2010; systems construction, which is being incorporated with the D to M Street phase, will be completed by The D Street to M Street phase began construction in November 2010 and will be completed by Future activities within the Tacoma Lakewood segment include the design and installation of a positive train control (PTC) system within the corridor as required by recently enacted federal regulations governing passenger train operations. Sounder Systemwide Layover facilities and the PTC project are systemwide elements of the Sounder capital program. The Layover project includes three facilities for overnight train layover at Everett, Seattle, and Lakewood. Currently layover facilities are in service at Everett Station, King Street Station in Seattle, and at L Street in Tacoma. Lakewood layover facilities are scheduled for construction in The PTC project is an integrated command, control, communications, and information systems for controlling train movements with safety, security, precision, and efficiency. This project includes wayside upgrades to the signal systems owned by ST along the Tacoma Lakewood corridor. Upgrades to rolling stock and wayside upgrades to the signal systems owned by the BNSF along the Everett - Tacoma corridor fall within the scope of a separate project shown in the Service Delivery section of this book. In an effort to evaluate and ultimately improve Sounder commuter rail operational and maintenance cost efficiencies, ST2 included systemwide funding for reviewing and evaluating commuter rail vehicle storage and maintenance requirements and strategies and ultimately for design and construction of additional operations and maintenance facilities. In addition, ST2 identified funding for a Sounder Station Access and Demand Study to develop a comprehensive program of Sounder Station improvements that deprioritizes the automobile, as much as is feasible, and place priority on accommodating alternative station access improvements. Lastly, ST2 identified funding for a capped financial contribution by Sound Transit to a partnership that would operate passenger rail service on the former eastside BNSF corridor Transit Improvement Plan 57 of 199

62 Sounder Commuter Rail Capital Projects 58 of Transit Improvement Plan

63 Capital Plan The 2011 TIP for Sounder commuter rail includes projects at various stages of completion as shown in the table below. Program Element Department Project Status Station Access and Demand Study PEPD Alternatives Analysis Sounder Yard and Shop PEPD Preliminary Engineering ST2 Sounder South Expanded DECM Preliminary Engineering Service Positive Train Control, Tacoma DECM Preliminary Engineering Lakewood Tukwila Station DECM Final Design Mukilteo Station South Platform DECM Construction Willow Creek Environmental DECM Construction Mitigation Permitting/Environmental Mitigation DECM Construction Edmonds Station (East Platform) DECM Construction M Street Lakewood Track and DECM Construction Signal D Street M Street Track and Signal DECM Construction Layover DECM Construction Everett Seattle Track and Signal DECM In Service Everett Station DECM In Service Mukilteo Station North Platform DECM In Service Seattle Auburn Track and Signal DECM In Service Auburn Tacoma Track and Signal DECM In Service South Tacoma Station DECM In Service Lakewood Station DECM In Service Eastside Rail Partnership PEPD Suspended Program Realignment Consistent with agency financial policies, the 2011 TIP reflects initial realignment of the overall program to match projected revenues. The 2011 TIP maintains full funding for all the capital investments currently under advanced development, including: Edmonds Permanent Station construction; Mukilteo Station improvements; Sounder Tacoma-to-Lakewood construction; Sounder commuter rail service extension from Lakewood-to-Tacoma; ST2 Sounder additional round-trips: purchase of additional easements; and Tukwila Sounder Station construction Transit Improvement Plan 59 of 199

64 In addition, the 2011 TIP recommends reviewing the following projects for possible savings and/or efficiencies that could help align the program with forecasted revenues: Sounder yard & shop projects; Sounder fleet procurement; Sounder Reservation Junction double-tracking; and Sounder station improvements in Pierce County. To align the program with available resources, the 2011 TIP: Suspends further funding of Edmonds Station beyond the permanent station under construction; Deletes program reserves for projects at or near completion; Suspends potential passenger rail partnership funding on the Eastside Rail Corridor; Suspends Sounder station improvements in South King County; and Suspends Sounder platform extensions in Pierce and South King Counties. Project Changes Eastside Rail Partnership (002): ST2 identified funding for a capped financial contribution by Sound Transit to a partnership that would operate passenger rail service on the former Eastside BNSF corridor. The program re-alignment suspends funding for the passenger rail partnership but retains $50 thousand for any analyses needed during final decision process. ST2 Sounder South Expanded Service (510): In prior budget years this project was presented as two projects: ST2 Seattle Auburn Track and Signal (510) and ST2 Auburn Tacoma Track and Signal (520). These projects were combined into one project in 2011 (510). Positive Train Control (011): This is a new project that is being funded from the Pierce County program reserve. This project includes the design, construction, testing and start-up of track-side elements of a positive train control (PTC) system along the Sound Transit owned Tacoma Lakewood Sounder commuter rail corridor. Budget Changes D Street M Street Track and Signal (135): The lifetime budget for the project was reduced by $300 thousand which was transferred to the STart Program. ST2 Sounder South Expanded Service (510): The project is budget includes all easement payments to BNSF as well as environmental and right-of-way efforts. The proposed lifetime budget for this project was increased $670 thousand to $191.4 million for additional right-of-way and environmental documentation activities. Sounder Yard and Shops (004): The lifetime budget for this project was increased $4.2 million to $6.9 million to provide funding for all elements of preliminary engineering and environmental documentation. Funding is available from ST2. 60 of Transit Improvement Plan

65 Layover (140): There are three Sounder Layover projects: Everett, Seattle, and Lakewood. The combined proposed Layover budget increased $1.0 million for completion of final design and construction of the Lakewood Layover facility. Funding is available from program reserves. Eastside Rail Partnership (002): This is a new project that is a capital contribution being funded with ST2 funds. The recommended program realignment suspends funding for the passenger rail partnership but retains $50 thousand for any analyses needed during final decision process. Positive Train Control (011): This is a new project that is being funded from the Pierce County program reserve, the lifetime budget is $4.7 million. Sounder Program Subarea Reserves Transfers to Subarea Reserves Project savings for the following projects were transferred to program reserves in the Snohomish County subarea. Everett Seattle Track and Signal (100): $50 thousand cost savings was transferred to the program reserve. Everett Station (201): $793 thousand cost savings was transferred to the program reserve. Mukilteo Station, North Platform (205): $689 thousand cost savings was transferred to the program reserve. There were no transfers to reserves in South King, East King, or Pierce County subareas. Draws from Sounder Program Reserves Layover (140): $1.0 million was transferred from program reserves to the Layover project to provide funding for the design and construction of the Lakewood layover facility. Draws were derived from the Snohomish, Pierce, and South King subareas in accordance with the track mile cost allocation model used for layover and other systemwide cost elements. Positive Train Control (011): $4.7 million was transferred from the Pierce County subarea Sounder Program reserves for the design and construction of wayside elements of the PTC system in the Tacoma Lakewood commuter rail corridor. Reserves Closeout With the completion of the major elements of the Sounder capital program identified in Sound Move, program reserves were defunded from the Sounder capital program with the exception of $1 million in Pierce County. The reductions in Snohomish County ($2.7 million), South King County ($0.6 million), and Pierce County ($3.8 million) subareas resulted in a total decrease of $7.1 million in the Sounder program lifetime capital budget Transit Improvement Plan 61 of 199

66 Scope, Schedule, and Budget Risks Snohomish County Project Mukilteo Station, South Platform Budget Risk Schedule Risk Comments Medium High Construction timing is dependent upon the United States Air Force (USAF) transfer of property to the Port of Everett. This action continues to be delayed by issues arising during the USAF s environmental documentation process for the property transfer. South King County Project Budget Risk Schedule Risk Comments Tukwila Station Medium High Schedule risk is high due to coordination with the cities of Renton and Tukwila; budget risk is medium due to the impacts of Strander Blvd. to station design. Pierce County Project D Street M Street Track and Signal Budget Risk Schedule Risk Comments Low Medium Outstanding property possession and use issues have required that work around be developed to allow construction to proceed as scheduled. These issues are being monitored so that schedule impacts can be mitigated. 62 of Transit Improvement Plan

67 Systemwide Project Budget Risk Schedule Risk Comments Sounder Layover Medium Low The final component of the layover project, the Lakewood Layover is currently being designed; a budget increase for 2011 has been proposed for completing design and construction. The increase proposed is based on the current level of engineering; additional information obtained as the design is developed may necessitate require future budget increases for construction. Schedule Changes Old Completion Date/New Completion Date Project Station Access and Demand Study 4Q Q Sounder Yard and Shop 4Q Q Willow Creek Environmental Mitigation 4Q Q Permitting/Environmental Mitigation 4Q Q Mukilteo Station South 236 Tukwila Station 1Q 2011 TBD 1Q Q 2013 Note: The completion dates reflect when construction is expected to be substantially complete and the facility opened for service. These dates do not include the project closeout effort, which can extend between 12 to 18 months beyond the completion of construction as liens are released, final invoices are processed, claims are negotiated and settled, and remaining budget returned to program reserves. Baseline The following project was baselined in 2010: Tukwila Station (236) was baselined in the 2 nd Quarter of Transit Improvement Plan 63 of 199

68 Budget Approval In $000s Sounder 2011 TIP by Budget Approval Life To Date Future TIP Preliminary Engineering Final Design & ROW 001-Station Access & Demand Study , , Eastside Rail Partnership Sounder Yard & Shops Facility 3 1,296 2,363 2,009 1, ,912 Subtotal 73 1,915 5,205 2,009 1, , Willow Creek Environmental Mitigation , Permitting/Environmental Mitigation 3,012 1,494 1, , Layover 23,564 1,967 2, , Mukilteo Station, South Platform 1,587 2,136 7, ,131 Subtotal 29,034 5,678 11, ,189 Baseline 011-Positive Train Control - Tacoma - Lakewood ,088 1,948 1, , M Street-Lakewood Track & Signal 73,004 5, , D Street-M Street Track & Signal 71,400 38,577 24,226 27, , Edmonds Station 7,223 5, , Tukwila Station 12,388 7,885 23,790 5, , South Tacoma Station 15, , Lakewood Station 29, , Sounder South Expanded Service 46,349 45,888 54,599 44, ,431 Subtotal 255, , ,743 77,524 2,059 1, ,523 In Service 100-Everett-Seattle Track & Signal 298, , Seattle-Auburn Track & Signal 227, , Auburn-Tacoma Track & Signal 183, , Nisqually-Lakewood ROW 14, , Everett Station 33, , Mukilteo Station, North Platform 9, , Edmonds Station (Temporary) King Street Station 7, , Tukwila Station (Temporary) 2, , Kent Station 32, , Auburn Station 25, , Sumner Station 8, , Puyallup Station 13, , Tacoma Dome Station 9, , Reservation-Freighthouse 16, , Lakewood CBD 1, ,816 Subtotal 887, ,970 Closed 233-Boeing Access Rd Station Subtotal Reserve 601-Sounder Program Reserve , ,000 Subtotal , ,000 Total 1,171, , ,438 81,040 3,880 1, ,491,190 Note: Figures shown are rounded to nearest thousand, so totals may vary from the detail and Debt Service costs are not included in the figures.

69 Sounder 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 65 of 199 Subarea In $000s 2011 TIP by Subarea Life To Date Future TIP 1-Snohomish County 358,661 9,856 10, ,193 3-South King County 326,986 8,547 25,740 5, ,344 4-East King County Pierce County 485,672 93,045 85,326 75,161 3,113 1, ,602 Total 1,171, , ,438 81,040 3,880 1, ,491,190 Note: Figures shown are rounded to nearest thousand, so totals may vary from the detail and Debt Service costs are not included in the figures.

70 Phase In $000s 2011 TIP by Phase Sounder 66 of Transit Improvement Plan Life To Date Future TIP 10-Agency Administration 48,595 5,556 6,238 2, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 26,758 2,058 4,737 1,932 1, , Final Design & Specification 43,556 1,374 2, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 421,491 44,368 63,338 43, , Construction 496,415 53,240 42,279 3,825 2,333 1, , Construction Services Vehicles 134, , Contingency - 4,903 2,476 29, ,763 Total 1,171, , ,438 81,040 3,880 1, ,491,190 Note: Figures shown are rounded to nearest thousand, so totals may vary from the detail and Debt Service costs are not included in the figures.

71 Sounder 001 Station Access & Demand Study Scope: Develop a comprehensive program of Sounder station improvements that places priority on accommodating alternative station access improvements. This budget provides continued funding for ridership analysis, traffic analysis, environmental scan, transit oriented and joint development study, conceptual engineering, and community outreach for the following Sounder Commuter Rail Stations: Mukilteo, Kent, Auburn, Sumner, Puyallup, Tacoma Dome, South Tacoma and Lakewood. The final product of the overarching study will be proposed access investment programs for each station. Changes since 2010: None. However, the recommended program re-alignment suspends full funding for this project in the South King County subarea. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Proj Development Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 3,480 3,480 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County South King County Pierce County , ,851 Total , , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review , , Contingency Total , ,480 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Planning Low Low Transit Improvement Plan 67 of 199

72 Sounder 002 Eastside Rail Partnership Scope: This project includes a potential financial capital contribution by Sound Transit to a partnership that would operate passenger rail on the Eastside BNSF rail corridor, subject to completion of due dilligence and Board review and approval. Sound Transit's intent is to fund recoverable capital components of passenger rail such as vehicles, station property, etc, to minimize any potential loss to Sound Transit. Changes Since 2010: This is a new project that is a capped contribution being funded with ST2 funds. Due to impacts of economic recession on East King County subarea funds, the program re-alignment suspends all but $50 thousand for any analyses needed. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Proj Development Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: - 50 Sub Area 4-East King County Total Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits Contingency Total Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Fixed Contribution Low Low NA of Transit Improvement Plan

73 Sounder 004 Sounder Yard & Shops Facility Scope: Environmental analysis and preliminary engineering for a Sounder maintenance facility. This budget provides project development funding required to complete site selection, preliminary engineering (30% design) and environmental determination. Changes since 2010: Project budget increased by $4.2M fully funding the PE/ED phase. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 1-Enter Proj Development Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 2,735 6,912 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County ,037 5-Pierce County 3 1,102 2,008 1,708 1, ,875 Total 3 1,296 2,363 2,009 1, , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review - 1,080 2,000 1,713 1, , ROW Acquisition & Permits Contingency Total 3 1,296 2,363 2,009 1, ,912 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Planning Low Low Project Risk Comment: Yard and Shop Facility requirements have not been defined and may be subject to jurisdictional requirements presenting potential budget risk Transit Improvement Plan 69 of 199

74 Sounder 011 Positive Train Control - Tacoma - Lakewood Scope: Positive Train Control (PTC) systems are integrated command, control, communications, and information systems for controlling train movements with safety, security, precision, and efficiency. PTC systems will improve railroad safety by significantly reducing the probability of collisions between trains, casualties to roadway workers and damage to their equipment, and over speed accidents. (PTC) systems are integrated command, control, communications, and information systems for controlling train movements with safety, security, precision, and efficiency. The installation of PTC is federally mandated to be operational by December This amount accounts for the wayside upgrades to the signal systems owned by ST along the Tacoma to Lakewood corridor. Upgrades to rolling stock and wayside upgrades to the signal systems owned by the BNSF along the Everett to Tacoma corridor fall within the scope of a separate project shown in the Service Delivery section of this book. Changes Since 2010: New project funded from the Pierce County program reserve. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 3-ID Pref Alternative Baseline Budget: 2010 TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: - 4,704 Sub Area 5-Pierce County ,088 1,948 1, ,704 Total ,088 1,948 1, , Agency Administration Final Design & Specification ROW Acquisition & Permits Construction ,031 1,847 1, ,910 Total ,088 1,948 1, ,704 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Conceptual Engineering Low Low NA 2012 Project Risk Comment: System elements have not been finalized; installation to be coordinated with ongoing construction. 70 of Transit Improvement Plan

75 Sounder 100 Everett-Seattle Track & Signal Project is in service. Changes since 2010: Transferred $50K in project savings to the Snohomish County program reserves. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 8-Close Out Project Baseline Budget: 303, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 298, ,921 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 298, ,921 Total 298, , Agency Administration 8, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 3, , Final Design & Specification Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 258, , Construction Construction Services Vehicles 28, , Contingency Total 298, ,921 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low Transit Improvement Plan 71 of 199

76 Sounder 101 Willow Creek Environmental Mitigation Scope: This project includes the final design and construction of a bridge that will allow Willow Creek to cross under the railroad tracks once the creek is day lighted. The bridge is required as part of a commitment made by Sound Transit and as compensatory mitigation for environmental impacts of Seattle-Everett Track and Signal project. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: None Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 1,056 1,056 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County ,056 Total , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits Construction Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total ,056 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Final Design Low Low of Transit Improvement Plan

77 Sounder 110 Seattle-Auburn Track & Signal Project is in service. Changes since 2010: Project budget was amended by the Board in August of 2010 (Resolution R ) increasing it by $796K to resolve a state tax issue. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget: 256, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 228, ,309 Sub Area 3-South King County 227, ,309 Total 227, , Agency Administration 10, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 5, , Final Design & Specification 4, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits Construction 156, , Construction Services Vehicles 49, , Contingency Total 227, ,309 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low Transit Improvement Plan 73 of 199

78 Sounder 120 Auburn-Tacoma Track & Signal Project is in service. Changes Since 2010: Project budget was amended by the Board in August of 2010 (Resolution R ) increasing it by $653K to resolve a state tax issue. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget: 206, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 184, ,032 Sub Area 5-Pierce County 183, ,032 Total 183, , Agency Administration 8, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 4, , Final Design & Specification 3, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits Construction 127, , Construction Services Vehicles 38, , Contingency Total 183, ,032 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low of Transit Improvement Plan

79 Sounder 130 M Street-Lakewood Track & Signal Scope: To extend Sounder service to South Tacoma and Lakewood Stations, Sound Transit is reconstructing 7 miles of the Lakeview Subdivision tracks, installing a new signal system, and upgrading crossings from M St. to Bridgeport Way in Lakewood. Changes Since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget: 78, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 78,630 78,630 Sub Area 5-Pierce County 73,004 5, ,630 Total 73,004 5, , Agency Administration 2, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 1, , Final Design & Specification 3, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 12, , Construction 44,337 2, , Construction Services Vehicles 8, , Contingency - 2, ,675 Total 73,004 5, ,630 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low Transit Improvement Plan 75 of 199

80 Sounder 131 Permitting/Environmental Mitigation Scope: The Agreement between BNSF and Sound Transit for Everett-Seattle Track and Signal signed in December 2003 commits Sound Transit to acquire all of the permits necessary for BNSF improvements identified in the Environmental Impact Statement. Sound Transit is also responsible for implementing the off-site mitigation required for the project. All environmental permits for all easements were in-hand by August The original mitigation scope included the purchase of three properties in the Snohomish River Estuary, the purchase and demolition of the Meadowdale Marina and a small freshwater wetland enhancement project in the town of Woodway. BNSF has redesigned the project and greatly reduced the seashore impact such that the Meadowdale Marina or similar project is no longer needed. All construction activities are expected to be complete in 2011 and post construction mitigation and monitoring will take place through Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: None Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 8,179 8,179 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 3,012 1,494 1, ,179 Total 3,012 1,494 1, , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review 1, , Final Design & Specification Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 1, , Construction , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 3,012 1,494 1, ,179 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low of Transit Improvement Plan

81 Sounder 135 D Street-M Street Track & Signal Scope: Design and construct a rail connection between the Tacoma Dome Station and the Sound Transit railroad right-of-way (the Lakeview Subdivision Line). Project includes 1.4 miles of track work, rail bridge over Pacific Avenue, roadway reconstruction, utility relocations and centralized traffic control for the rail line. Changes Since 2010: Resolution R decreased the project lifetime budget by $300K and transferred it to the STart program. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 6-Proceed to Construction Baseline Budget: 161, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 161, ,281 Sub Area 5-Pierce County 71,400 38,577 24,226 27, ,281 Total 71,400 38,577 24,226 27, , Agency Administration 4,107 1,806 1,726 1, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 1, , Final Design & Specification 12, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 38,775-6, , Construction 5,233 36,771 14, , Construction Services Vehicles 8, , Contingency , ,811 Total 71,400 38,577 24,226 27, ,281 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Medium Project Risk Comment: Project requires coordination of utility relocations. Outstanding property possession and use issues have required that a work around be developed to allow construction to proceed as scheduled. These issues are being monitored so that schedule impacts can be mitigated Transit Improvement Plan 77 of 199

82 Sounder 140 Layover Scope: Layover is a system wide component of the commuter rail program. It includes storage tracks and facilities for layover of trains at Seattle, Everett, and Lakewood. The costs and budget are allocated to 3 subareas based on vehicle miles. The final phase of construction at Everett occurred in 2010, providing additional storage tracks and facilities for light duty maintenance. Lakewood layover tracks are being constructed with the M Street - Lakewood Track and Signal project, crew reporting facilities for this location will be constructed under a separate contract in Changes since 2010: Transferred $1.0M from the program reserves of Snohomish County - $77K, South King County - $430K and Pierce County - $505K to increase the lifetime budget to cover costs associated with design and construction of the Lakewood crew reporting and vehicle maintenance facilities. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: NA Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 26,812 27,824 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 4, ,908 3-South King County 8, , ,437 5-Pierce County 10,529 1, ,479 Total 23,564 1,967 2, , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 1, , Construction 20,103 1,317 1, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 23,564 1,967 2, ,824 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Final Design Medium Low Project Risk Comment: Final design for remaining facility is currently underway; construction cost estimate is based on incomplete design. 78 of Transit Improvement Plan

83 Sounder 201 Everett Station Project is in service. Changes since 2010: Transferred $793K in project savings to the Snohomish County program reserves. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget: 26, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 33,957 33,163 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 33, ,163 Total 33, , Agency Administration 1, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 1, , Final Design & Specification 1, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 7, , Construction 21, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 33, ,163 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low Transit Improvement Plan 79 of 199

84 Sounder 205 Mukilteo Station, North Platform Project is in service. Changes since 2010: Transferred $689K in project savings to the Snohomish County program reserves. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget: 9, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 10,221 9,531 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 9, ,531 Total 9, , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification 1, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits Construction 6, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 9, ,531 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low of Transit Improvement Plan

85 Sounder 206 Mukilteo Station, South Platform Scope: The Mukilteo Station South Platform project includes the 2nd platform, stair & elevator towers for both platforms and the pedestrian bridge connecting them. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 4-Enter Final Design Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 11,131 11,131 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 1,587 2,136 7, ,131 Total 1,587 2,136 7, , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification 1, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits Construction 1 2,023 6, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 1,587 2,136 7, ,131 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Final Design Medium High 2011 TBD Project Risk Comment: Construction timing is dependent upon the United States Air Force transfer of property to the Port of Everett. This action continues to be delayed by issues arising during the USAF's environmental documentation process being completed in support of the property transfer Transit Improvement Plan 81 of 199

86 Sounder 209 Edmonds Station Scope: Edmonds is currently served by a temporary platform on the east side of the tracks at the Edmonds Amtrak Station. Permanent station improvements are currently being constructed and include platforms (shared with Amtrak), shelters for weather protection, short term parking for passenger drop off and pick up, and about 150 parking spaces. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 6-Proceed to Construction Baseline Budget: 12, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 12,929 12,929 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County 7,223 5, ,929 Total 7,223 5, , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification 1, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 2, , Construction 2,318 3, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency - 2, ,042 Total 7,223 5, ,929 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low of Transit Improvement Plan

87 Sounder 236 Tukwila Station Scope: Service to Tukwila is currently supported by a temporary station boarding area. Final design is underway on the permanent station. The station will include two platforms with canopies, pedestrian bridge with elevators and stair wells, surface parking, a bus transfer facility, ticket vending machines, and bike lockers. It will be constructed south of Longacres Way with parking west of the BNSF railroad tracks. Changes since 2010: Project budget was amended by the Board in August of 2010 (Resolution R ) increasing it by $32.7M using ST2 funding, this fully funds the project through construction. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 5-Establish Baseline Baseline Budget: 49, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 49,134 49,134 Sub Area 3-South King County 12,388 7,885 23,790 5, ,134 Total 12,388 7,885 23,790 5, , Agency Administration , , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 1, , Final Design & Specification 1, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 8, , , Construction - 7,185 17,941 2, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency , ,304 Total 12,388 7,885 23,790 5, ,134 Budget Risk Assessment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Final Design Medium Medium Project Risk Comment: Schedule risk due to necessary coordination with the cities of Renton and Tukwila and budget risk due to impacts of Strander Boulevard to station design Transit Improvement Plan 83 of 199

88 Sounder 251 South Tacoma Station Project is in service. Limited construction activities to coincide with the construction of the D Street - M Street Track and Signal improvements. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget: 17, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 16,098 16,098 Sub Area 5-Pierce County 15, ,098 Total 15, , Agency Administration 1, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification 1, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 2, , Construction 9, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 15, ,098 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low of Transit Improvement Plan

89 Sounder 253 Lakewood Station Project is in service. Limited construction activities to coincide with the construction of the D Street - M Street Track and Signal improvements. Changes since 2010: None In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 7-Transition to Operations Baseline Budget: 32, TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 29,316 29,316 Sub Area 5-Pierce County 29, ,316 Total 29, , Agency Administration 2, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review 1, , Final Design & Specification 2, , Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 4, , Construction 19, , Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 29, ,316 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: Construction Low Low Transit Improvement Plan 85 of 199

90 Sounder 510 Sounder South Expanded Service Scope: Sound Transit has executed an agreement with BNSF to purchase four additional commuter rail easements between Seattle and Lakewood. The agreement stipulates the payment schedule and corresponding dates for adding additional train trips. BNSF will be responsible for any track and signal improvements and Sound Transit will have environmental responsibilities. Changes Since 2010: Project lifetime budget increased by $670K due to additional PE/ED and ROW costs. Projects and have been combined into one project In $000s Phase Gate Passed: 4-Enter Final Design Baseline Budget: 2010 TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 190, ,431 Sub Area 5-Pierce County 46,349 45,888 54,599 44, ,431 Total 46,349 45,888 54,599 44, , Agency Administration 245 1,782 2,390 1, , Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits 46,061 44,049 52,045 43, , Construction Construction Services Vehicles Contingency Total 46,349 45,888 54,599 44, ,431 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: PE/ED Low Low of Transit Improvement Plan

91 Sounder 601 Sounder Program Reserve Changes since 2010: Snohomish County program reserves were increased by $50K in savings from the Everett-Seattle Track and Signal project, $793K from Everett Station, $689K from Mukilteo Station, North Platform and decreased by $77K draw for the Layover project. South King County program reserves decreased by $430K and Pierce County program reserves by $505K due to a draws for the Layover project. Pierce County program reserve also had a draw of $4.7M for the new project Positive Train Control. The program reserve balances after these actions are being defunded from the Sounder Program with the exception of $1M in Pierce County. The reserves being removed are: Snohomish County - $2.7M; South King County - $633K; and Pierce County - $3.8M. In $000s Phase Gate Passed: None Baseline Budget: TIP Budget: 2011 TIP Budget: 12,283 1,000 Sub Area 1-Snohomish County South King County Pierce County , ,000 Total , , Agency Administration Pre-Engineering/Env Review Final Design & Specification Third Parties ROW Acquisition & Permits Construction Construction Services Vehicles Contingency , ,000 Total , ,000 Budget Risk Assessment: Project Risk Comment: Estimate Type: Budget Risk Level: Schedule Risk Assesment: Schedule Risk Level: 2010 Budget Schedule: 2011 Budget Schedule: 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 87 of 199

92 Regional Express Capital Program Description The Regional Express program includes Community Connections and HOV Access projects. To maximize public access between regional and local transit systems, Sound Transit has completed a variety of Community Connection facilities, including transit centers, park-and-ride lots, and transit access improvements. These facilities improve access to the regional transit system and connections to local transit services. The HOV Access projects are being implemented through a partnership with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Sound Transit is funding direct access ramps and freeway transit stations within WSDOT rights-of-way to make it easier for transit customers, vanpools, and carpools to access the HOV lanes on some of the region s most congested freeways. Three additional projects: the Burien Transit Center Parking Expansion, the ST Express Bus Base, and the Bothell Transit Center and Parking Garage projects were identified in ST2. The Burien Transit Center Parking Expansion project provides capped funding to support the expansion of transit commuter parking at the joint city of Burien and King County Transit Oriented Development at the Burien Transit Center. The ST Express Bus Base project scope includes construction of a new maintenance and operations facility with capacity to accommodate up to 300 buses. The Bothell Transit Center and Parking Garage project was to include a capped contribution to the city of Bothell for a future parking garage and transit center in Bothell. However, the program realignment due to economic recession suspends funding for the Bothell Transit Center and Parking Garage project. 88 of Transit Improvement Plan

93 Regional Express Capital Projects 2011 Transit Improvement Plan 89 of 199