Study Schedule

The Gorham East-West Corridor Study was launched in February 2009 and will be completed in May 2010. The below schedule is based on the tasks designated in the Scope of Work and provides an overview of how the timing of the various tasks interrelate.

As in any study, the reality of the schedule will vary somewhat based on findings and public input. Please see the Public Participation and Upcoming Meetings pages for a detailed look at how you can provide input. Or please email us at cmorris@morriscomm.net for more information.

Gorham East-West Corridor Study

Study Schedule

Study Timeframe: March 2009 –October 2010

Public Outreach: Ongoing throughout Study

Estimated Study Milestone Completion Dates:

- To establish Baseline Conditions

Base Mapping: May 2009
Transit Service: May 2009
Passenger and Freight Rail: May 2009
Travel Demand Management Programs: May 2009
Land Use Elements: May 2009
Traffic: June 2009
Complete Summary of Baseline Conditions: June 2009

- To develop Travel Demand Modeling and Forecasts

Refinement of Forecast Year: March 2009
Travel Demand Forecasting: July 2009

- To Create Analysis of Results of No Action

Analysis: October 2009
Identify Needs and Deficiencies: October 2009

- To Create Potential Transportation and Land Use Improvement Strategies

Develop Measures of Effectiveness: January 2010
Develop Land Use Strategies: January 2010
Develop Multi-Modal Strategies: April 2010
Develop Road Improvement Strategies: July 2010
Create draft Recommendations: September 2010

- Final Summary and Recommended Strategies: October 2010