Approve the resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a \n \n contractural agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation to \n \n develop an Alternative Transportation Study
Approval
Pending
Background
The Planning Department wants to promote a safe, convenient and efficient
environment for bicycle and pedestrian travel that encourages the use of public
streets, off-street facilities and public transit. The development of this
plan proposes to address opportunities for walking, biking, and the use of
METRA transit. The Alternative Transportation Study will provide a framework
for the future development of the City?s bicycle network, while making the City
eligible for local, State and Federal funding for bicycle and pedestrian
projects.
Analysis
The Planning Department is seeking to develop an Alternative Transportation
Study to help identify the needs of other modes of transportation besides
automobiles. Alternative transportation includes, but is not limited to,
walking, bicycling, and personal transportation assistance for connections with
transit (METRA ).
Financial Considerations
Funding for this study will be funded from state L230 funds in the amount of
$96,000, with a required local match of 20 percent or $24,000, for a total
$120,000. Funds are available under the Capital Improvement Program.
Projected Annual Fiscal Impact Statement
The study will determine future alternative transportation project needs.
Costs associated with these project will be determined at a later date.
Legal Considerations
The City Attorney has no issues with this request.
Recommendations/ Actions
Approve the resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a
contractural agreement with the Georgia Department of Transportation to