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Review and Acceptance of the Complete Streets Update, as prepared by the General Planning Consultant, Benesch & Associates
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
Benesch & Associates, serving as the MPO’s General Planning Consultant, has prepared the Complete Streets Policy and Implementation Guidance Update.
A Complete Streets Plan is a guide to build transportation networks that are safe, accessible, equitable, and sustainable for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, and motorists of all ages and abilities. Key benefits include: enhanced public health through increased active transportation, improved local economies due to more accessible and attractive areas, better environmental quality from reduced vehicle miles traveled, and greater community equity by providing mobility options for non-drivers.
Additionally, the Consultant has provided in the update Appendix A, a list that identifies locations by County of the pedestrian facility gaps, and Appendix B, which is a completely revised Project Evaluation Checklist that can serve as a resource tool when identifying context-based solutions for projects.
On May 28, 2026, the MPO Board’s Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC), and Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will have reviewed the CMP Update. Due to the timing of the Board’s packet distribution, the recommendations of the Committees will be provided to the MPO Board at the June 4, 2026, meeting.
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LEGAL NOTE
Pursuant to Chapter 339.175, Florida Statutes, the MPO Board has the authority to review the presentation and take the recommended action.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the MPO Board review and accept the Complete Streets Update.