Fall 2018                                    Issue 12
HSBMPO Newsletter
In this issue:
  • MPO Area Boundary Change
  • US 281 Project Addition
  • 2019-2022 TIP Document Update & 2015-2040 MTP Document Update
  • TCP Meeting Date Changes
  • TxDOT - FM 107 Combes Project Update
  • TxDOT - SH 345 Overylay Project Update
  • TxDOT Project Status Report
  • Save the Date
  • Upcoming Events
MPO Area Boundary Change
The MPO area boundary has changed and we will have to update our maps and documents to include the added area.

US 281 Project Addition
In the new area boundary agreement between Harlingen-San Benito Metropolitan Planning Organization and the Brownsville Metropolitan Planning Organization, the HSBMPO has assumed the responsibility of continuing and completing the widening of US 281 project.


2019-2022 TIP Document Update &
2015-2040 MTP Document Update
The 2019-2022 TIP has been revised to reflect the comments/suggestion from TxDOT, change the Transit TIP as requested by Valley Metro, and to update the MPO Boundary Map. The updated documents can be viewed at www.hsbmpo.org
Document update:
  • Update MPO boundary in the document and the document map
Mobility Projects:
  • South Parallel Corridor Phase II funding cost and the project limits have been updated;
  • Stuart Place Road project limits have been updated
Transit Projects:


The 2015-2040 MTP is being revised to reflect the changes made to the TIP and update MPO Boundary Map.The updated documents can be viewed at www.hsbmpo.org
  • Adding US 281 project;
  • South Parallel Corridor Phase II funding and cost and the project limits have been updated;
  • Stuart Place Road project limits have been updated;
  • South Parallel Corridor Phase III funding has been updated;
  • Updated MPO boundary in the document and the document maps


Transportation Policy Committee
Meeting Date Changes
The HSBMPO TPC has agreed to move the monthly meetings from the second Wednesday to the third Wednesday of the month. These changes will commence January 2019.
TxDOT SH 107 Project Update
Working Days: 285
Began: Aug. 2017
Completion Date: February 2019
TxDOT SH 345 Overlay Project Update
Working Days: 80 days
Began: April 2018
Project Completion Date: October 2018
TxDOT Reports
DATE: October 1, 2018
Harlingen-San Benito MPO
Project Status Report:

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS   ( ESTIMATED TOTAL COST $42.6 Million )

A)   FM 106: Roadway Reconstruction (CSJ: 2243-01-009)
Cost: $ 15,555,191
Contractor: Texas SAI, Inc.
September 2014 Letting   
Est. Completion Date: Feb. 2018   
Project Manager: David Vera, P.E.
Project Length: 11.4 MILES
Working days: 420 Days (21 months)
Work Started: November 9, 2015
Preconstruction Meeting:  Sept 17, 2015
Limits: From FM 1847 to FM 510

This project consists of reconstructing an existing roadway consisting of: Roadway Realignment, Drainage Structures, Lime Treatment, Subgrade, Flexible Base, Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Signing, Pavement Markings & Striping

89 % Complete
156 % Time Used
B)   BSIF AT LOS INDIOS (CSJ: 0921-06-208)
Cost: $ 6,949,740   
Contractor: Foremost Paving, Inc.
August 2014 Letting
Est. Completion Date: March 2018  
Project Manager: Sergio Sustaita, P.E.
Project Length: .001 MILES
Working days: 262 Days (13 months)
Work Started: February 23, 2015
Preconstruction Meeting: January 8, 2015
Limits: At Los Indios Free Trade International Bridge

This project consists of the construction of a Border Safety Inspection Facility (BSIF) (Phase I): Drainage Structures, Lime Treatment, Subgrade, Flexible Base, Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Concrete Pavement (Continuously Reinforced) (10”), Signing, Pavement Markings & Striping.

79 % Complete
153 % Time Used

C)   Bridge Rehabilitation - Rio Hondo Lift Bridge (CSJ: 0630-02-041)
Cost: $12,406,043.30                                  Contractor: PCL Civil Contractors, Inc.
July 2015 Letting                                        
Est. Completion Date: February 2018
Project Manager: Sergio Sustaita, P.E.
Project Length: 0.117 MILES
Working days: 651 Days (33 months)
Work Started: June 2016
Preconstruction Meeting: April 26,2016
This project consists of bridge rehabilitation consisting of: Structural, mechanical, and electrical rehabilitation, fender repairs, bridge railing retrofit and channel bank improvements

100 % Complete
99 % Time Used
D)   US 281 Roadway Rehabilitation and Widening (CSJ: 0220-03-030)
Cost: $3,939,634                                          Contractor: Foremost Paving Inc.
October 2016 Letting         
Est. Completion Date: July 2018   
 Project Manager: Candido Bocanegra, P.E.
Project Length: 1.65 Miles
Working days: 320
Work Started: February 2017
Preconstruction: January 2, 2017
This project consists of rehabilitation and widening of existing road consisting of:
Grading, Lime Treatment, Subgrade, Flexible Base, Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Pavement Markings & Striping. Limits: From FM 509 to .05 miles west of FM 1479

95 % Complete
98 % Time Used
E) State Highway 107 (CSJ:0342-04-032)
Cost: $3,712,016                                        Contractor: Foremost Paving
April 2017 Letting               
Est. Completion Date: October 2018
Project Manager: Sergio Sustaita, P.E.
Project Length: 0.465 Miles
 Working days: 285
Work Started: August 2017
Preconstruction: July 11, 2017
This project consists of construction of a non-freeway facility consisting of widening, retaining walls, storm drain, curb & gutter, signals, signs and pavement markings.

58 % Complete
69 % Time Used

DESIGN PROJECTS (ESTIMATED TOTAL COST $ 57.9 MILLION)
1. South Parallel Corridor: CSJ: 0921-06-252 New Construction
This project consists of a new roadway connecting the South Parallel Corridor from FM 509 to FM 1577. Proposed typical sections will be given out at a later date. The current estimated cost is $7,500,001. This project has a tentative letting date of June 2021.

2. Stuart Place Road – Sidewalks CSJ: 0921-06-311 New Construction
This project consists of the construction of new 5 to 6 ft. sidewalks from .18 miles North of Primera Rd. to FM 2994/Wilson Rd. The current estimated cost is $525,392. This project has a tentative letting date of April 2020.

3. SH 107 CSJ: 0342-03-037 Reconstruction
This project consists of the reconstruction of SH 107 to 4 lanes from Louisiana St. to Hooks E. Hodges St. The current estimated cost is $10,185,300. This project has a tentative letting date of Jan. 2021.

4. FM 509 Extension CSJ: 0921-06-254
This project consists of a 2 lane rural roadway extension of FM 509 from FM 508 to FM 1599. The current estimated cost is 6,600,000. This project has a tentative letting date of Jan. 2021.

5. IH-69E CSJ: 0327-08-092
This project consists of the reversal of northbound ramps on IH 69E from Industrial Blvd to Loop 499. The current estimated cost is 2,758,554. This project has a tentative letting date of Jan. 2021.

6. SL 499 CSJ: 1137-02-038
This project consists of the construction of a 6 lane roadway with a raised median from IH-69E to SS206. The current estimated cost is 15,000,000. This project has a tentative letting date of May 2021.

7. BUS 77 CSJ: 0039-12-254
This project consists of the construction of a raised median from Commerce St. to Arroyo Bridge. The current estimated cost is $708,434. This project has a tentative letting date of May 2021.

8. BUS 77 CSJ: 0327-08-098
This project consists of the construction of a raised median from FM 507 to Commerce Street. The current estimated cost is $5,101,566. This project has a tentative letting date of May 2021.

9. Teege Rd. Bridge & Approaches CSJ: 0921-06-302, etc
This project consists of the reconstruction of the bridge and approaches that are located 0.3 miles west of Junction IH-69E. The current estimated cost is $375,000. This project has a tentative letting date of June 2021.

10. FM 1846 Rehabilitation CSJ: 1065-02-039
This project consists of the rehabilitation of FM 1846 from San Jose Ranch to Business 77. The current estimated cost is $1,864,509. This project has a tentative letting date of November 2021.

11. Spur 54 Widening CSJ: 0039-20-008
This project consists of the widening of Spur 54 from Chester Park Rd. to IH-69E SB Frontage Rd. The current estimated cost is $7,341,446. This project has a tentative letting date of April 2021.
Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) Meetings

Location: Lon C. Hill Building, 502 E Tyler St., Harlingen TX 78550
Time: 10:00 AM
Upcoming Meeting Dates : November 15, 2018 Updated , December 5, 2018, January 2, 2018
     
Transportation Policy Committee (TPC) Meetings

Location : San Benito City Hall, 401 N Sam Houston Blvd., San Benito, TX 78586
Time : 1:00 PM
Upcoming Meeting Dates : November 14, 2018 Canceled , December 19, 2018, January 16, 2019
Upcoming Transportation Events
Transportation Research Board (TRB)

The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 98th Annual Meeting will be held January 13–17, 2019, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in Washington, D.C. The information-packed program is expected to attract more than 13,000 transportation professionals from around the world.

The meeting program will cover all transportation modes, with more than 5,000 presentations in nearly 800 sessions and workshops, addressing topics of interest to policy makers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry, and academic institutions. A number of sessions and workshops will focus on the spotlight theme for the 2019 meeting: Transportation for a Smart, Sustainable, and Equitable Future

Date: January 13-17, 2019
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center,  801 Mt Vernon Pl NW, Washington, DC 20001