Brevard County Projects

Study Process

St. Johns Heritage Parkway PD&E Re-evaluation Process
The St. Johns Heritage Parkway was evaluated from Malabar Road to the proposed intersection of Ellis Road and John Rodes Boulevard. An Environmental Assessment (EA) was approved with an administrative action, Finding Of No Significant Impact (FONSI) signed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) on December 11, 2003.

The purpose of the St. Johns Heritage Parkway PD&E Re-evaluation is to obtain additional analysis and data to fully assess the impacts of off-site and on-site drainage for the St. Johns Heritage Parkway project corridor, and to provide recommendations regarding alignment alternatives to accommodate existing and proposed drainage patterns.

This Re-evaluation will serve to ensure project compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws prior to the advancement to the next major production phase: preliminary engineering, right-of-way acquisition and construction advertisement. This re-evaluation must document compliance with Federal laws and any changes that occur on the project since the approval of the original final environmental document. This effort will address changes to the project concept, including re-examination of typical sections, alignment revisions, changes to bridge locations, and verification that any changes are consistent with the findings and permit requirements of the original document.

Washingtonia Drive Preliminary Engineering Report Process
This study process will begin with the determination of the need for these roadways. This is based on numerous factors such as proposed traffic conditions, roadway safety, consistency with local comprehensive plans, and social and economic demands. Once the need has been determined, the consultant will select typical roadway sections and alignments, analyze the alternatives, and recommend the best alignment for the proposed roadway. This detailed analysis will include the following items:

On-site and off-site drainage (analysis, pond locations, etc.)

Environmental effects (threatened and endangered species, etc.)

Community impacts (effects on existing and proposed residences and businesses as well as the local community)

Relocation costs and replacement site potential

DBE - Disadvantaged Business Enterprises

Remedy for insufficient housing/business relocation sites

Right-of-way acquisition (areas of acquisition and approximate costs.)

New intersection design (signals, turn lanes, pedestrian features, etc.)

Traffic impacts (effects on the local streets and surrounding area)

Pedestrian and bicycle facilities (dedicated bike lanes, sidewalks, etc.)

Vehicular and pedestrian safety (school zones, cross walks, etc.)

Horizontal and vertical alignments (location, costs and effects, etc.)

Utility conflicts (identification of possible conflicts, relocation, relocation costs, etc.)

Soils analysis (unsuitable material, pavement design, structural stability, etc.)

Wetland impacts (wetland/floodplain impacts and effects, mitigation, etc.)

Design, construction and right-of-way costs

Once the recommended corridors have been selected, a more detailed analysis will begin, which considers each alignment alternative including all of the impacts listed above. Separate reports will then document this data for each roadway improvement alternative. These alternatives are then compared along with a "No-built" (do nothing) alternative. This is the method in which Brevard County makes the determination of whether the proposed roadways are justified and then to select the type, design and location.

Public involvement is also a very important aspect of the development of these projects. The objective of this study is to consider all public input and concerns during the process in order to provide new roadway facilities that are acceptable to the community. Informational public workshops and public hearings will be held during these studies, as well as individual group meetings as necessary to address any public concerns. Date, times and locations will be included in the Public Involvement section of this website.



	Home Purpose Process Schedule Public Involvement Project Newsletter Project Location Map Contact		Study Process St. Johns Heritage Parkway PD&E Re-evaluation Process The St. Johns Heritage Parkway was evaluated from Malabar Road to the proposed intersection of Ellis Road and John Rodes Boulevard. An Environmental Assessment (EA) was approved with an administrative action, Finding Of No Significant Impact (FONSI) signed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) on December 11, 2003. The purpose of the St. Johns Heritage Parkway PD&E Re-evaluation is to obtain additional analysis and data to fully assess the impacts of off-site and on-site drainage for the St. Johns Heritage Parkway project corridor, and to provide recommendations regarding alignment alternatives to accommodate existing and proposed drainage patterns. This Re-evaluation will serve to ensure project compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws prior to the advancement to the next major production phase: preliminary engineering, right-of-way acquisition and construction advertisement. This re-evaluation must document compliance with Federal laws and any changes that occur on the project since the approval of the original final environmental document. This effort will address changes to the project concept, including re-examination of typical sections, alignment revisions, changes to bridge locations, and verification that any changes are consistent with the findings and permit requirements of the original document. Washingtonia Drive Preliminary Engineering Report Process This study process will begin with the determination of the need for these roadways. This is based on numerous factors such as proposed traffic conditions, roadway safety, consistency with local comprehensive plans, and social and economic demands. Once the need has been determined, the consultant will select typical roadway sections and alignments, analyze the alternatives, and recommend the best alignment for the proposed roadway. This detailed analysis will include the following items: On-site and off-site drainage (analysis, pond locations, etc.) Environmental effects (threatened and endangered species, etc.) Community impacts (effects on existing and proposed residences and businesses as well as the local community) Relocation costs and replacement site potential DBE - Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Remedy for insufficient housing/business relocation sites Right-of-way acquisition (areas of acquisition and approximate costs.) New intersection design (signals, turn lanes, pedestrian features, etc.) Traffic impacts (effects on the local streets and surrounding area) Pedestrian and bicycle facilities (dedicated bike lanes, sidewalks, etc.) Vehicular and pedestrian safety (school zones, cross walks, etc.) Horizontal and vertical alignments (location, costs and effects, etc.) Utility conflicts (identification of possible conflicts, relocation, relocation costs, etc.) Soils analysis (unsuitable material, pavement design, structural stability, etc.) Wetland impacts (wetland/floodplain impacts and effects, mitigation, etc.) Design, construction and right-of-way costs Once the recommended corridors have been selected, a more detailed analysis will begin, which considers each alignment alternative including all of the impacts listed above. Separate reports will then document this data for each roadway improvement alternative. These alternatives are then compared along with a "No-built" (do nothing) alternative. This is the method in which Brevard County makes the determination of whether the proposed roadways are justified and then to select the type, design and location. Public involvement is also a very important aspect of the development of these projects. The objective of this study is to consider all public input and concerns during the process in order to provide new roadway facilities that are acceptable to the community. Informational public workshops and public hearings will be held during these studies, as well as individual group meetings as necessary to address any public concerns. Date, times and locations will be included in the Public Involvement section of this website.