Leadership and Staffing Changes at Oregon Department of Transportation
The State of the State Report from 2008 to 2015 for the Oregon Department of Transportation showcases leadership changes and staffing adjustments within the Right of Way Division. The report highlights the transition of key personnel and the impact on program delivery, offering insights into the evolution of the department's operational structure.
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Oregon Department of Transportation State of the State Report 2008 to 2015 (and beyond) Joe Gray State Right of Way Manager
Leadership Changes Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section Headquarters - State Right of Way Manager 2008: Dee Jones 2012: Rick Crager 2014: Joe Gray Region 4 2008: David Brown 2015: Right of Way/Survey Manager Region 5 2008: Stephanie Anderson 2015: Stephanie Anderson Right of Way/Survey Manager Region 1 2008: Darlene Rose 2015: Steve Muma, Right of Way/Survey Manager Kat Halpenny, Right of Way Program Manager https://managetheworld.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/leadership4.jpg Region 2 2008: Jean Celia 2015: Scott Claus, Right of Way/Survey Manager John Boals, Right of Way Program Manager Region 3 2008: Gary Taylor 2015: Joe Thomas, Unit Manager Debbie Timms Right of Way Program Manager
Right of Way Staffing Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section 2008: Region 1: 11 Region 2: 14 Region 3: 8 (+11 survey) Region 4: 7 (+ 5 survey) Region 5: 5 (+9 survey) Headquarters: 41 http://nebula.wsimg.com/9598f5d0e91f9161e43963160bea600b?AccessKeyId=147F8C6747F54CD689C4disposition=0alloworigin=1 2015: Region 1: 9 (+7 survey) Region 2: 11 (+14 survey) Region 3: 9 (+ 12 survey/utilities) Region 4: 8 (+5 survey) Region 5: 6 (+9survey) Headquarters: 38
Program Delivery Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section 2008 FFY 2008 ROW Funding by Project Type Project Type Federal Funds State Funds Local Funds Total Funding BIKPED 46,789 1,835,011 200,027 2,081,827 BRIDGE 96,908 10,077,075 14,378 10,188,361 CULVRT - 58,000 - 58,000 EM-REL - 10,000 - 10,000 ENHANC 214,741 112,000 25,320 352,061 MODERN 5,636,920 23,144,495 10,939,313 39,720,729 OPERAT 85,648 785,737 - 871,385 PRESRV 54,654 1,229,303 - 1,283,957 SAFETY 486,903 2,544,380 - 3,031,283 SALMON 1,594 59,675 - 61,269 Grand Total 6,624,158 39,855,676 11,179,038 57,658,872
Program Delivery FFY 2015 ROW Funding by Project Type 2015 (through September) Project Type Federal Funds State Funds Local Funds Total Funding BIKPED 1,666,068 513,615 172,931 2,352,614 BRIDGE 543,039 437,342 89,381 1,069,762 CMAQ 502,488 57,512 - 560,000 CULVRT - 40,000 - 40,000 EM-REL 172,355 19,061 11,811 203,226 Oregon Department of Transportatiion | Highway Divisiion | Right of Way Section ENHANC 1,903,388 150,268 623,104 2,676,759 FISH - 7,300 - 7,300 IOF - 15,000 465,000 480,000 MODERN 5,882,882 31,598,901 2,498,268 39,980,051 OPERAT 252,820 119,964 - 372,784 PRESRV 602,047 186,119 - 788,167 SAFETY 1,633,243 2,014,339 116,553 3,764,136 SALMON - 6,744 - 6,744 SCENBY TR-PLN - - - 31,095 1,115,000 31,095 5,575,000 4,460,000 Grand Total 17,618,329 35,166,165 5,143,143 57,927,637
Property Management Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section Revenue Generated: 2008: Sales: $11,170,205 Leases: $2,350,616 2009: Sales: $3,265,143 Leases: $2,255,970 2010: Sales: $1,404,665 Leases: $1,906,854 2011: Sales: $814,929 2012: Sales: $941,642 2013: Sales: $1,825,653 Leases: $2,540,828 2014: Sales: $4,435,015 Leases: $2,812,475 2015: Sales: $2,341,041 Leases: $2,916,646 Leases: $2,528,437 Leases: $2,534,141 http://www.medical-billing.com/img/revenue-cycle-management.jpg 07-09 biennium: $19,041,934 09-11 biennium: $6,654,885 11-13 biennium: $7,842,264 13-15 biennium: $12,505,177 *The revenue goal for each biennium is $9,000,000
Local Agency Program Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section 2008: 32 local projects 2015: 25 local projects to date (not complete) In the 2015-2018 funding cycle, an increase in local program funding for right of way is expected. This is where the Legislature has focused the funding.
Utilities Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section 2008/09 Legislation was brought forward by utility companies to ensure that gov t agencies worked with them during project development. 2015 ODOT is currently working with DOJ to fight utility tariffs. Utility companies are trying to dictate what gov t agencies must do to relocate utilities, which conflicts with current statutes. Reimbursable utilities are expected to increase, as ODOT is doing more local projects.
Outdoor Advertising Program Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section Enforces Oregon s Federal-State Agreement with FHWA through the Oregon Motorist Information Act Promotes public safety and preserves recreational value and natural beauty along state highways Relies on sign location and compensation to determine if qualifies as outdoor advertising sign (unique to Oregon) In 2014, Map-21 added 600 miles of roadway to OAS program To ensure compliance, program utilizes a two-step correction process: 1) courtesy letter; and if necessary, 2) Notice of Violation
Outdoor Advertising Program Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 to Date New Sign Applications Received 134 43 19 8 102 56 312 57 New Applications Denied/Withdrawn 13 13 7 9 28 6 73 2 121 30 12 69 74 50 239 55 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 to Date Courtesy Letters Sent 155 102 101 19 26 34 188 108 Notices of Violation Issued 95 34 40 6 7 34 33 17
Technology Changes 2008: RAIN Right of Way Automated Information Network Outdated Access database with very limited functionality Data was not linked, and most work had to be done outside the system, so was unreliable No way to ensure proper processes followed Oregon Department of Transportatiion | Highway Divisiion | Right of Way Section 2015: RITS Right of Way Information Tracking System Web based application with ability to track all aspects of a project. Built in alerts and workflows to ensure processes and procedures are followed. Built in safeguards to ensure steps followed in proper order (i.e., an offer cannot be made until the appraisal is reviewed and approved. Notifications sent to users so they know when they need to do the next piece. Ability to pull a multitude of reports to accurately track performance and provide statistical data about all aspects of right of way.
The Future of Right of Way and Final Thoughts Oregon Department of Transportation | Highway Division | Right of Way Section Projections: No increases in funding Due to this, do not anticipate being able to increase staff New Ways of Doing Business 3D technology Drones Mobile scanning 2017 Legislature - Possible Funding Increases Planning for 2017 NW Regional Conference Questions?
