Specifications include, but are not limited to: The City of Bowling Green, Ohio, is seeking proposals from engineering firms to work with the Planning Department, City administrative staff, the Planning Commission, elected officials, and the public to update the City's Access Management Polices and Guidelines ("AMPAG"). The AMPAG takes a proactive approach to maintaining the integrity of roadways within the City through managing access and projected roadway needs. The document was last updated in 2007. The following is a list of key components of the AMPAG update: Evaluating and performing an in-depth analysis of the current existing functional roadway classes, future functional roadway classes, and right of way needs. This will likely lead to re-classification of various roadways. Reviewing for alignment with the Ohio Department of Transportation Access Management Manual, including but not limited to driveway and intersection standards, visuals for the various types of drive designs, and the general guidelines. Reviewing TMACOG's Long Range Transportation Plan for consideration of any future roadway needs. Updating the document to include all modes of transportation, with specifically the addition of accommodating bicyclists and pedestrians where appropriate (i.e.: implementing the Complete Streets Policy) Updating the document for alignment with current and planned shared use paths for clarity with future development. Modernizing regulations to include visuals and maps where appropriate. Connecting with the new Zoning Code and Subdivision Regulations to create cohesion and updated standards with future developments for all users and to meet community goals. Developing, as needed, an engagement strategy with various stakeholders – internal and external.
