GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling INDUSTRY DAY August 17, 2017

Regional Modeling Concept GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Regional Modeling Concept Bobby Lewis, PE Chief Operating Officer

Technical Services Director GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Overview and Goals Chris Werner, PE Technical Services Director

Overview National policy of streamlining project delivery GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Overview National policy of streamlining project delivery NCDOT goal of reducing costs and project delivery times by relying more on GIS data during project planning Leverage tools developed during Kinston Bypass Pilot Project Adjust “Way of doing Business” for a better fit to the new type of STIP = Regional Modeling

Regional Modeling Goals GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Regional Modeling Goals Transportation projects clustered in close proximity with comparable features Rely more on GIS-based data to evaluate regional features and characteristics of projects Streamline project delivery by developing baseline information and conducting analysis on a regional scale instead of single project focus

Regional Modeling Objectives GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Regional Modeling Objectives Develop decision making tools from GIS data Early identification of project complexities Agency review of multiple projects in a region Advance projects through planning to design more efficiently Better use of NCDOT, Agency, and Consultant resources

Other Advantages Model results extend beyond project corridors GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Other Advantages Model results extend beyond project corridors Can apply to multiple projects in a region Can be used earlier in transportation planning Can give a broader context of how projects fit into the surrounding landscape

Keys to Success Have a plan and clearly defined goals GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Keys to Success Have a plan and clearly defined goals Promote realistic expectations of models Identify where process improvements can be made In-depth coordination and feedback with Resource Agencies

Environmental Analysis Unit GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Regions and Workflow Morgan Weatherford Environmental Analysis Unit

Proposed Modeling Regions GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Proposed Modeling Regions

Phases of Regional Modeling GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Phases of Regional Modeling Data Compilation Statewide Updates, Data Gaps, New data layers Analysis Develop Decision Making Tools Application Integrate into Project Scope Revise Current Processes Tracking and Updates Monitor Success, Feedback, Maintain Data

GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling

GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling

GIS Data Structure and Management GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling GIS Data Structure and Management John Farley GIS Unit

Vision and Mission Vision Mission GIS Vision and Mission Vision To be a global leader in providing innovative geospatial transportation solutions Mission To enable and support the mission of NCDOT and to provide transportation related geospatial information and services to meet the needs of North Carolina State government.

GIS Unit NCDOT IT 55% O&M Engineering Transportation Systems (ETS) 45% Project Related Work GIS Unit Spatial Analysis Group Data Conversion Group Spatial Application and Systems Group Products and Project Support 35 Fulltime Staff 10 Supplemental Staffing Contractors

GIS Governance Central Governance Model GIS Strategic Plans GIS platforms Standards Software State Representation GIS technical architecture GIS enterprise environment Level of service commensurate with the business units expertise State Initiative for Enterprise Data Management

NCDOT GIS Standards NCDOT GIS Site: https://connect.ncdot.gov/resources/gis/Pages/default.aspx GIS Standards and Practices

GIS GIS Standards

GIS Practices Esri Data Models North Carolina Geographic Information Coordinating Council (GICC) http://www.ncgicc.com/Documents/Standards.aspx Federal Geographic Coordinating Committee http://www.fgdc.gov/standards/fgdc-endorsed-external-standards/index_html Other FGDC-endorsed standards http://www.fgdc.gov/standards/projects/FGDC-standards-projects/fgdc-endorsed-standards Geographic Information Framework Data Standard http://www.fgdc.gov/standards/projects/FGDC-standards-projects/framework-data-standard/framework-data-standard Esri Data Models

Contracting for GIS Services GIS Limited Services Contract Unlimited DIT 208Z Engineering Services Contract: GIS Codes Limited 31 Cartography, 94 Field Data Collection, 87 Data Conversion, 88 Data Validation (QA/QC), 189 Remote Sensing Data IT Supplemental Staffing RFP

GIS GIS Unit Currently working with Mitigation on developing the buildout of the enterprise environmental data warehouse Capturing requirements Upgrading infrastructure Helping to develop workflows

Sum Up Standards / Practices Central Spatial Data Warehouse GIS Sum Up Standards / Practices Central Spatial Data Warehouse Environmental Data Drives other applications/analysis Avoid Duplication Authoritative Sources / Best Available Know What We Have Metadata - GISP know GIS Standards / Practices

Other GIS Resources NCDOT Enterprise GIS Website GO!NC NCDOT GIS Unit https://connect.ncdot.gov/resources/gis/ GO!NC http://ncdot.maps.arcgis.com/ NCDOT GIS Unit gishelp@ncdot.gov Ryan Arthur (POC) 919-707-2022 rarthur@ncdot.gov

Environmental Analysis Unit GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Contracting LeiLani Paugh Environmental Analysis Unit

Selection of Key Personnel GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Selection of Key Personnel 4 General Groups Regional managers Environmental Disciplines Transportation Planning Disciplines GIS Skills Meet with our representatives for each group Follow up with in-depth discussions

Selection of Key Personnel GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Selection of Key Personnel Evaluation Criteria Knowledge, skills, and ability Experience Availability Phased hiring from top down and as project progresses Notification

GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Contracting Access to variety of contracting mechanisms across NCDOT Units Roadway, Project Development, Hydraulics, Division, GIS Can contract with Prime and Sub for work Can add work codes if not covered in current contract Can add subs to existing contracts.

Wrap Up Questions Break into groups GIS-based Regional Environmental Modeling Wrap Up Questions Break into groups Leave Bios with Group Representative and contact information