The North Carolina Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) is inviting qualified consulting firms or persons to submit Statements of Qualifications, Interest, and Experience in evaluating new access and multi-modal connectivity to Pleasant Park, as identified in the recently adopted Town of Apex's Western Big Branch Area Plan. This study will make recommendations to the Town and MPO for increasing multimodal access to Pleasant Park by evaluating up to five options for new access points for feasibility. Possible locations for the analysis include: a Pleasant Plains Road grade separation of US 1; a grade separation of Kelly Road or Boyette Street and Old US 1 Highway and the existing CSX train tracks; a new NC 540 grade-separated crossing; and a new collector road parallel and just south of the CSX tracks between Friendship Road and Pleasant Plains Road. The intent of this study is to identify a single recommended connection or series of connections for further analysis.

Each alternative will be assessed at a conceptual level based on feasibility, safety, and ability to meet the project's purpose and need. As the study progresses, the consultant will work with the project team to narrow the alternatives and identify a recommended connection. A planning-level cost estimate and implementation strategy will be developed for the recommended alternative(s).

In addition, the study will define the purpose and need for the new connection, develop materials for and conduct public engagement in collaboration with Town and MPO staff, and prepare and present materials at Planning Board and Town Council meetings, two MPO Technical and Executive Board meetings, and two public meetings.