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Center for Urban Transportation Research | University of South Florida
Multimodal Transportation Best Practices and Model Element Training
Multimodal Planning Best Practices for Small Towns and Rural Areas
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Welcome to the Webinar Series
Kristine Williams, AICP CUTR Program Director, Planning and Corridor Management
Karen Seggerman, AICP, CNU‐A, CUTR, Senior Associate, Planning and Corridor Management
Gary Sokolow, Florida Department of Transportation, Systems Planning Office
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Learning Objectives
• Provide guidance for local governments outside of MPO planning areas
• Outline key multimodal planning concepts and requirements in Florida
• Discuss the role of visioning and coordination in the multimodal planning process
• Provide an overview of important considerations for multimodal transportation planning in rural areas
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Multimodal Transportation Best Practices and Model Element
• Chapter 1– About
– Key concepts
• Chapter 2– Urbanized areas
• Chapter 3– Small communities and rural areas
• Chapter 4– Next steps
• Appendices
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Mobility Review Guide and Checklist
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Categories for Review
Supporting Plans and Guidelines
Multimodal Environment
Network Improvement
Operations and Safety
Implementation
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MULTIMODAL PLANNING REQUIREMENTS
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2011 Community Planning Act
“…plan for a multimodal transportation system that places emphasis on public transportation
systems, where feasible.”
‐Chapter 163, F.S.
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2011 Community Planning Act
“The element shall provide for a safe, convenient multimodal transportation system,
– coordinated with the future land use map or map series, and designed to support all elements of the comprehensive plan.”
‐ §163.3177(6)(b) F.S.
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2011 Community Planning Act
• Each local government is to address mobility issues “… in relationship to the size and character of the local government.”
§163.3177(6)(b) F.S.
See Appendix A of the Model Element for details.
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Requirements for Small Communities Outside of MPOs
Existing and proposed thoroughfares
Bicycle and pedestrian ways
Map of transportation system as coordinated with future land use map
Appropriate data and analysis
• LOS, needs, availability of facilities and services
• Growth trends, land use/trans interactions
• Existing and projected deficiencies
• Projected system LOS, needs, per FLU and projected future transportation system
• How deficiencies will be corrected
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KEY CONCEPTS
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Mobility and Accessibility
Mobility
• The ability of people to make trips to satisfy their needs or desires by any combination of modes of transportation.
Accessibility
• An area‐wide measure of the ease of travel between locations within a defined geographic area.
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The Sprawl Cycle
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Think mobility versus capacity
Look beyond level of service
Priority on expanding mode choice
Lower priority on preventing future congestion
www.bozeman‐magpie.com
www.bikeleague.org
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expanding and reinforcing mode choice in cores and centers, improving walkability, and promoting a diverse mix of land uses in close proximity
relieving auto congestion in urban core areas or activity centers m
ore emphasis
less emphasis
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Network and AccessibilityOne‐Mile Walk in a Compact Neighborhood One‐Mile Walk in a Sprawling Suburb
www.walkscore.com
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Connectivity and Trip Length
Source: http://www.vtpi.org/landtravel.pdf
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Land Use & Accessibility Best Practices
Promote a mix of land uses downtown
Focus major generators:
• in urban cores
• in district centers
• near major public transportation stops
Locate day‐to‐day facilities in local centers so they are accessible by walking and cycling
Accommodate housing in existing urban areas
Put retail and entertainment in the urban core first, then edge of core, then
fringe
Innovative and flexible approaches to parking
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VISION AND COORDINATION
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Inventory regional agency and modal plans for information, such as, but not limited to:
• quality/level of service
• crash analyses for all modes
• land use issues related to transportation system
• access conditions on thoroughfares
• network continuity and gaps
• freight movement objectives and needs
• funding priorities and partnering opportunities (e.g., projects with committed funding)
• inconsistencies with existing local government plans
Best Available Data Sources
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Rural Areas of Critical Economic Concern and Catalyst Sites
http://www.floridajobs.org/redi/racecmap.pdf
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Foundation for Coordination
A• Establish a future vision for planning purposes
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• Synthesize strategic areas of importance to the community and region
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• Organize the plan around these strategic areas and include strategies and GOPs to address them
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• Link these issues to performance measures and monitor progress
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Vision Statements
•Define the desired future state
•Provide guidance and inspiration
•Should be succinct and memorable
To use transportation improvements as a catalyst to create quality “people places,” to promote the downtown experience and to make Orlando a great place to live, work, and play.”
Downtown Orlando Transportation Plan
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Set Goals, Objectives, & Policies
Goal ‐ the long‐term end toward which programs
or activities are ultimately directed
Objective ‐ a specific, measurable,
intermediate end that is achievable and makes progress toward a goal
Policy ‐ the way in which programs and activities
are conducted to achieve an identified
goal
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Taylor County Vision
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Non-motorized Rural Town Center Corridor Plan
http://www.commerce.wa.gov/Documents/GMS‐GSCA‐Town‐Wilkeson‐Rural‐Town‐Center‐Corridor‐Plan.pdf
“…protect the rich history so evident throughout the town, increase pedestrian safety, and provide for improved parking, circulation and access to the businesses and public spaces in the town center.”
– Town of Wilkeson, WA
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MULTIMODAL NETWORK
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Network ImprovementKey Elements
Major Roadway Network
Local Roadway Network
Transit Network
Bicycle and
Pedestrian Network
Complete gaps and increase connections
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Functional Classification Map
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Priority Routes by Mode
Credit: ITE
City of Alameda, CA
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Complete Streets Policies & Guidelines
Credit: Michele WeisbartComplete Streets=
•Bicycle
•Pedestrian
•Vehicle
• Transit
•Appropriate Land Use mix
Source: Broward County Complete Streets Guidelines
See page 227, Appendix G of Model Element
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Complete Streets Strategies on Rural Roadways
Source: Polk County Complete Streets Corridor Studies
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Land Use and Network Issues
original village emerging development
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Network Connectivity Policies
Connectivity Index
• e.g. Areas with a score of 1.4 are considered walkable
Maximum block length requirement
• e.g. 245‐660 feet
Maximum block perimeter standards
• e.g. 1320 feet
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Photos courtesy of City of Gainesville, FL
Improved Pedestrian Access
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Bike/Ped Planning
Update goals, objectives, and policies
Provide for supporting facilities, including bicycle parking
Prioritize links to key destinations
Document gaps and other deficiencies
Inventory the existing system
Source: seeclickfix.com
Source: theadvocate.com
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Example Bike/Ped Network Objective and Policy
Objective: Provide direct bicycle and pedestrian connections within and between residential areas and supporting community facilities and services, such as shopping areas, employment centers, transit stops, neighborhood parks, and schools.
• Policy: Missing links in the bicycle and pedestrian network shall be identified and eliminated where feasible through the development and capital improvement process.
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Access Management
For model policies, regulations and other Access Management resources go to:www.cutr.usf.edu/research/access_m/publicat.htm
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http://www.walklive.org/photo‐visions/
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http://www.walklive.org/photo‐visions/
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PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION & LAND USE
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Integrating Transit into Small Towns
Improve regional bus networks
Intercity bus service
Circulator systems
Intermodal transit centers and hubs
From “Putting Transit to Work in Main Street America”
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Future Public Transit System Map
Polk County, FL Comprehensive Plan
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FREIGHTseefloridago.com
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Information Sources
See ITR 2‐9 on page 53 of the Model Element
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Rail
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Integrate Connections to Aviation, Rail, Ports, and Intermodal Facilities
Designate priority truck routes where high‐volume truck traffic exists or is anticipated.
Apply corridor management strategies to improve truck operations and throughput.
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Freight Activity Centers
Polk County Freight Activity Centers and Truck Routes
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Set Future Q/LOS Standards, Performance Measures, and Benchmarks
roadway level of service
public transportation quality of service
bicycle and pedestrian quality of service or performance standards
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Please let us know if you use the model element.
Thank you!
Kristine Williams [email protected]
Karen [email protected]