1. ABC Ramps Transportation Options Implementation Plan
2020 Partners Membership Meeting – 11/27/2018

2. Location and size 3518 stalls 1612 stalls 1473 stalls
These three ramps were constructed in the late 1980s and early 1990s as part of the overall construction of I-394.
Bridges over I-394
Entrances off of I-394
Close to Target Field and Target Center
Fringe of downtown to capture commuters coming from the west and to reduce congestion downtown
Size of the ramps – huge structures for parking garages
3518 stalls
1612 stalls
1473 stalls

3. Ownership and Management
FHWA
OVERSIGHT
MnDOT
OWNER
MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC WORKS
MANAGER
Unique ownership and management structure for the ABC Ramps.
Primary funding came from FHWA, which continues to exercise oversight of the ramps.
Officially, MnDOT is the owner, and there are requirements that MnDOT continues to own for a period of time (approximately 50 years).
The City of Minneapolis manages the ramps, and the City has contracted with ABM to operate them.
Move Minneapolis is the Transportation Management Organization which communicates with downtown Minneapolis travelers about sustainable transportation options.
MOVE MINNEAPOLIS
TMO
ABM OPERATOR
CONTRACTOR

4. The Changing Landscape
But what if my kid gets sick?
I already paid for my monthly parking pass!
It’s hard to find someone to carpool with.
My company only offers tax benefits for parking.
Some days I need to drive myself to meetings...
It’s transit OR parking; there’s no flexibility!
It would help if I could do this on my smartphone.

5. Transportation Program Opportunities
Carpool program participation declining
Emerging technology (e.g. mobile apps, Smart Cities)
Changing travel behaviors (e.g. Ridesourcing – Uber/Lyft, carshare, car ownership)
~ 60% of ramp users not using preferred commute mode
Ramps B and C full
Reasons this is important now include.
Space utilization
Apps, bar code readers, carpool detection etc.
Sharing culture, apps etc.
The general expectation in today’s culture is for seamless information availability and instant access to a wide variety of options.

6. 5 Downtown Organizations
Who was engaged?
Event/Activity
Target Audience
Number
Downtown Roundtable
Downtown organizations, business groups, and agency partners 7
Commuter Listening Session
Commuters across age, income, and employment segments 3
Commuter Interviews 4
Employer Interviews
Cross-section of downtown employers – various sizes and industries
Skyway Intercept Surveys (x3)
Commuters who currently park in the ABC Ramps
135
Online Survey
Downtown area commuters and employers
241
Total
~400
380+ Individuals
10 Employers
5 Downtown Organizations
Engagement was done with a multi-pronged approach. Casting a wide net with electronic survey. Quick in-person questions during the skyway intercept. And longer, more in-depth discussion during the roundtable, listening sessions, conducting these like focus groups.

7. Key Findings and Themes
We heard that people mainly drive alone, even if that’s not what they would always prefer.
They are desperate for more flexibility, with options to choose on a daily basis.
One of the main reasons they do drive is that parking is offered as a tax free benefit through their employer.
Technology was another recurring theme, with most respondents suggesting that this should be part of any solution.
Finally, on the ABC Ramps specifically, perceptions about safety and security remain at the top of the list of people’s concerns.

8. Downtown Employers and Developers
Commuters want flexibility!
Employers can provide:
flexible parking and transit benefit
access to a fleet car or car share
education and relocation support with Move Minneapolis

9. Implementation Plan Improve the carpool program
Remove geographic restriction and add a daily carpool rate
Flexibility - Parking FlexPass
Flexible Transit/Parking option
ABC Ramps Mobility Hub
More transportation services, car share, bike share, TNCs
More amenities and activities, wayfinding, remodeling, feeling safer

10. Carpool Updates
Expand Carpool Monthly to all commuters without geographic restrictions
Early Bird Daily Carpool available 6-9 am

11. Parking FlexPass
A flexible contract that provides discounted access to parking and transit for a specified number of days each month
Coordination with employers and benefits administrators to offer the program through tax-saving payroll deductions

12. Mobility Hub
Provide traveler information to facilitate flexible transportation choices
Enable seamless transfer between modes, including transit, parking, biking, walking, and shared mobility options

13. Mobility Hub
Offer improved wayfinding and consistent signage to establish cohesive branding
Provide pedestrian friendly connections to nearby destinations

14. Mobility Hub
Activate the space through programming and retail services to promote safety and security

15. Questions
Lisa Austin