Tasks and Outcomes expected under this project include: • Preparing a detailed work plan and schedule, including a specific public and stakeholder engagement plan, to guide project implementation and administration. • Refining a study area in coordination with the client and consultant team. • Reviewing relevant plans such as, but not limited to, the Western Big Branch Area Plan, the Apex Transportation Plan, Peak Plan 2055 (currently underway), the CAMPO Blueprint for Safety (multimodal safety design elements), the 2055 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and any relevant NCDOT requirements. • Coordinating regular meetings with a Core Technical Team (CTT) comprised of staff from CAMPO, the Town of Apex, NCDOT Turnpike Authority, NCDOT Division 5, and railroad stakeholders. The consultant will prepare meeting agendas, summaries, and materials for all CTT meetings. • Coordinating with Wake County and Holly Springs staff as project stakeholders. • Defining the purpose and need for the project