[CTPP] RE: CTPP Update - Another Question

Hi there, I addition to Bill's questions below, I'd like to find out what if any processes are underway or planned to better coordinate the definition/establishment of the Fed urbanized areas with transportation planning and funding (maybe coord between the Census Bureau, FTA and FHWA). It has always appeared that the UZA boundaries are established with no consideration for transportation, but transportation funding is based on UZA boundaries and the pop/lane miles/etc. within them. In Maine, for example, the Maine Mall area is huge and probably be biggest traffic generation area in the state. However, since no on lives there (certain teenagers not withstanding), it is not included in the UZA. Nor is the Portland Jetport, etc. Although some "smoothing" often occurs in the UAZ boundaries, large areas such as these usually are not incorporated. Any thoughts? --Tom Tom Reinauer, Transportation Director Southern Maine RPC & Kittery Area MPO 21 Bradeen St. Suite 304 Springvale, ME 04083 (207)324-2952 Ext. 18 (207)324-2958 fax treinauer(a)smrpc.org www.smrpc.org -----Original Message----- From: Bill Moore [mailto:bmoore@pueblo.us] Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 3:16 PM To: 'ctpp-news(a)chrispy.net' Subject: CTPP Update - Another Question This may not pertain directly to the CTPP, but is another 2010 Census issue that may (again) have some significant effects on MPOs. At this point, I don't think I've seen any discussions of the definitions or criteria that will be used to define the various land areas comprising an Urban Area. Will they be the same as those used in the 2000 Census or are there also plans to change some or all of them? How will the Census UA standards handle annexations of vacant land into incorporated cities? (i.e. Will the UA boundaries automatically adjust to the new corporate limits, or will the population, distance, and density criteria "override" the legal/institutional changes?) What about so-called "lariat" or "flagpole" annexations in states where these are legal? I'd appreciate any early insights anyone may have about this issue. Bill Moore MPO Administrator Pueblo MPO/TPR This e-mail transmission (including any attachments) contains information that is confidential and may be legally privileged. It is intended for the use of the addressee only. If you received this e-mail in error, we request that you contact us immediately by telephone or return e-mail, and that you delete this message from your computer. If you are not the intended recipient, please be advised that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this e-mail is strictly prohibited.