FSUTMS Model Status and FSUTMS Model Status and StandardizationStandardization

Florida Model Task Force MeetingFlorida Model Task Force MeetingTampa, FLTampa, FL

December 13, 2006December 13, 2006

Developments and Future DirectionsDevelopments and Future Directions

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Content

Model ConversionApplication of Converted ModelsFSUTMS FrameworkFuture Directions

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Model Conversion Steps Citilabs/consultants convert the model Districts/MPOs review the converted model Citilabs/Consultants make changes FDOT/Citilabs provide model specific training

Model Conversion Approach Cube TRANPLAN as interim Full Cube Voyager

Model Conversion Process

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Model Conversion Training

Model Specific Trainings Provided /Assisted by Citilabs/Central Office NERPM TBRPM CFRPM Miami-Dade Lee/Collier Sarasota/Manatee

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Model Conversion Status

Model Name Conversion Status QA Status

1 Bay County TPO Model Cube Voyager In Process

2 Broward County MPO Model Cube Voyager Complete

3 Collier/Lee County MPO Model Cube Voyager In Process

4 D-1 Districtwide Model Pending Pending

5 D-5 Districtwide Model (CFRPM) Cube/TRANPLAN Complete

6 Desoto County Model Cube Voyager In Process

7 Florida-Alabama TPO Model Cube Voyager In Process

8 Alachua County MPO Model Cube Voyager Complete

9 Glades County Model Cube Voyager In Process

10 Hardee County Model Cube Voyager In Process

11 Hendry County Model Cube Voyager In Process

12 Highlands County Model Cube Voyager In Process

13 Miami-Dade MPO Model Cube/TRANPLAN In Process

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Model Conversion Status

Model Name Conversion Status QA Status

14 Northeast Regional Planning Model Cube Voyager Complete

15 Okaloosa-Walton TPO Model Cube Voyager In Process

16 Orlando (Metroplan) MPO Model Cube/TRANPLAN Complete

17 Palm Beach MPO Model Cube Voyager Complete

18 Polk County TPO Model Cube Voyager In Process

19 Putnam County Model Cube Voyager In Process

20 Sarasota/Manatee MPO Model Cube Voyager In Process

21 Southeast Regional Planning Model Cube/TRANPLAN Complete

22 Tallahassee-Leon QRS Model Pending Pending

23 Capital Region MPO Model Cube Voyager In Process

24 Tampa Bay Regional Planning Model Cube/TRANPLAN Complete

25 Treasure Coast Regional Model Cube Voyager Complete

26 Florida Statewide Model Cube Voyager Complete

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Use of Converted Models

Converted Models Being Used NERPM, Alachua, SERPM, Treasure Coast,

CFRPM, TBRPM, Statewide modelsEngineering and Planning Studies

Corridor Studies, Master Plans, DRI, PD&E

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White PaperData DictionaryStandard Reporting TemplatesReview of FSUTMS Default Coefficients

and ParametersNew Transit Modeling Framework

Completed and On-Going Studies

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FSUTMS Launcher/Interface

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FSUTMS Launcher/Interface

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FSUTMS Web Portal

Launched on 08/01/2006Objectives

Open a communication channel between Model Task Force (MTF), Systems Planning Office (SPO), and Florida modeling/planning community

Build an information and data repository for model developers

Provide a discussion forum for model developers and users

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WWW.FSUTMSONLINE.NET

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New Training Model - Olympus

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Olympus Model File Structure

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Olympus Model User Interface

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Olympus Special Applications

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Transit Modeling Framework

Why… Outdated existing model system and new

challenges FTA regulations on travel forecasts and new

QA guidelines The industry moving towards multi-path

modeling Cube PT provides the tools Implications to other model components

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Transit Modeling Framework

What’s new … PT “best path” Two levels– general and New Starts areas Affected transit modules

Transit access Network coding Path building Mode Choice

Highway modules Calibration and validation

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Transit Modeling Framework

What’s new …(continued) More focus on observed data Consistently good transit coding practice Relies on good highway practice

Highway network coding Trip distribution Auto speeds

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Transit Modeling Framework

What does it mean … Decide what area you belong to based on

your local transit services and future growth Modeling needs

Large areas – implementing the new framework immediately

Small areas – wait until next LRTP cycle

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Transit Modeling Framework

What does it mean… (continued) Immediate actions for all areas

Review/Split zones Update highway network

Centroid connectors Include required transit related attributes Standardize field names

Revise transit modal numbers Collect transit service data

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Transit Modeling Framework

What will we do … Develop required procedures and programs

Walk- and Auto- access connector programs Path building scripting templates Transit assignment reporting scripts Revised mode choice model

Provide guidelines and documentation Theoretical framework Applications framework Transit model validation guidelines

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Transit Modeling Framework

What will we do … (continued) Develop prototype model

Replace the current Olympus model components Provide samples for network coding and templates

Conduct training workshop June 06 More early next fiscal year (Sept/Oct 07)

Provide on-time update on web portal Documentation, programs, and prototype model Technical Support (FAQs and online Q/As)

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Future Directions

Short Term Finalize transit modeling framework Revisit the White Paper and Data Dictionary

Incorporate latest developments Make more user friendly

Work with districts and MPO to implement the FSUTMS standards

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Future Directions

Short Term (continued) Implement FSUTMS reporting templates Develop transportation network coding

standards Trip generation model

Comprehensive review of current models Pursue income based trip generation model Develop new structure and coefficients if

necessary

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Future Directions

Short Term (continued) Model development & application guidelines

Best practice Model calibration and validation guidelines Calibration and Validation standards based on

Review of Default Parameters Study Model Applications

Work with Citilabs to provide customized FSUTMS CUBE software

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FSUTMS CUBE Menu System

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Future Directions

Continuing Efforts Model training workshops

Improve existing workshops Develop new workshops as necessary

Assist model specific training Online education/training Technical support Improve and enhance web portal

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Future Directions

Long Term Five-Year Model Development Plan

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Questions