Date: March 21, 2019
To: Members of the Planning Commission
From: Scott Tempel, City Planner
Title
Consider recommendation on 2018 Pedestrian, Bike and Trail System Plan
Body
Action Requested:
The Planning Commission is requested to consider a recommendation on the 2018 Pedestrian, Bike and Trail System Plan for City Council.
Summary Report:
As part of the City’s 2017 Strategic Plan, the City Northfield has a strategic initiative to update its pedestrian, bike, and parks trail system plan. This plan is part of the Parks, Open Space and Trail System Plan that was adopted in 2008 as an amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. After issuing an RFP, the City of Northfield hired Toole Design in 2018 to complete the update.
The Northfield Pedestrian, Bike, and Trail System Update aims to:
• Update the Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trail System map to create a more connected bicycle and pedestrian network
• Finalize the alignment of the Northfield portion of the Mill Towns State Trail
• Develop infrastructure recommendations around Northfield High School and Arcadia Charter School
• Update City’s Street Chart Table
Toole performed an extensive public outreach program to gain insight into community needs. There have been two joint meetings between the PRAB and the PC to guide the development of the document. The final draft is located as a hyperlink in the attachments.
This update should review and propose recommended revisions to current plans and policies to create a safe and connected system for recreation and transportation within the City of Northfield. The goal of this update is to plan, build and maintain a network of safe and connected trails and street facilities for people of all ages.
Financial Impacts:
There are no financial impacts to the City from adopting the plan.
Tentative Timelines:
April 2, 2019 City Council