Meeting_Body
PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING COMMITTEE
MAY 18, 2016
Subject/Action
SUBJECT: METRO ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION STRATEGIC PLAN
ACTION: ADOPT STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
Heading
RECOMMENDATION
Title
ADOPT the Active Transportation Strategic Plan.
Issue
ISSUE
The Active Transportation Strategic Plan (ATSP) (Attachment A) will serve as Metro's overall strategy for funding and planning active transportation infrastructure and programs in Los Angeles County. The ATSP demonstrates Metro's ongoing commitment to improving mobility in the region for people who walk, bike, and take transit as well as creating safer streets that benefit all roadway users. Many of Metro's recent investments and projects are a reflection of how the agency can work with local partners to serve the region, maximize the return on investment on our County's extensive and growing transportation network, and support the public's interest in more travel choices.
Discussion
DISCUSSION
Effective walking and bicycling infrastructure are critical elements to facilitate first last mile connectivity to our extensive public transit network. Beyond the connection to transit, a high-quality, safe, low stress regional active transportation network can provide more transportation options and improve mobility. However, Metro often does not own or operate key elements of the public right of way, including pedestrian and bicycle facilities, beyond our station footprint. The ATSP builds on local and sub-regional planning already underway to develop a cohesive strategy for our County, and identify opportunities for Metro to work with local partners to implement it. The three main components to this ATSP are:
* First last mile station area access improvements
* Regional Active Transportation Network
* Support Programs, including performance metrics and monitoring
Stakeholder Engagement
Since early 2015, staff has sought input for the development of the ATSP by engaging and soliciting feedback fro...
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