HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-027 - ADMIN Resolution - City Council - 2010/03/15RESOLUTION NO. 10-027
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT OF A STATEWIDE
COMPLETE STREETS POLICY
WHEREAS, the "Complete Streets" concept promotes streets that are safe and convenient
for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and motor vehicle drivers of all ages and
abilities; and
WHEREAS, the October 2009 public draft of the Minnesota Department of
Transportation Complete Streets Report includes the recommendation: "Mn/DOT should build on
existing Context Sensitive Solution practices and develop and implement a statewide Complete
Streets policy..."; and
WHEREAS, the St. Louis Park City Council recognizes the importance of complete streets,
as shown in its 2009 Comprehensive Plan update;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park encourages the Minnesota legislature, with input and guidance from the Minnesota
Department of Transportation, to authorize the development of a statewide Complete Streets
program, which would provide for the development of a balanced transportation system, through
appropriate planning, that integrates multiple transportation modes, where appropriate, for
transportation users of all types, ages and abilities.
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Adopted by the City Council March 15, 2010
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Attest:
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City Clerk