Department: Public Works
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger / Beth Wright
Subject: Report on a resolution to establishing a Complete Streets Policy for the City of Olathe.
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Item Description:
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Report on Resolution 20-XXXX establishing a Complete Streets Policy for the City of Olathe.
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Summary:
The City currently has completed a Downtown Active Transportation Plan that included recommendations for a Complete Streets policy. A presentation of the Complete Streets policy was provided at the April 21, 2020 City Council meeting.
The City of Olathe has long pursued provisions for pedestrians, bicyclists, persons of all ages and abilities, in addition to vehicular traffic, within its public rights-of-way. Complete Streets promote public health and welfare through increased opportunities for walking, bicycling, and use of public transit by encouraging more physical activity and providing for a comprehensive, integrated and connected transportation network within the City.
This Complete Streets policy provides guidance for providing safe interaction of all modes of transportation, including vehicular, pedestrian, bicycle and public transportation, and outlines aesthetic improvements and appropriate speed limits. Additionally, adoption of this Complete Streets policy enhances the City’s ability to compete for MARC, State and Federal grant funding.
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Financial Impact:
None.
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Action Needed:
No action necessary. Staff will return to Council on May 19th for approval of the resolution.
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Attachment(s):
A. Resolution