Title
Transportation Master Plan Briefing
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation
Receive a briefing on the Transportation Master Plan. Briefing only; No action requested.
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing on the Transportation Master Plan development.
Staff Contact:
Sophie Stimson, Senior Planner, Public Works Transportation, 360.753.8497
Presenter(s):
Sophie Stimson, Senior Planner, Public Works Transportation
Background and Analysis:
Work is underway on the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). This is the first plan of this type for the City of Olympia. The plan will define the long-term development of the transportation system for all modes of travel and the associated funding strategy.
We are currently in the project identification and prioritization phase. Because we wanted to reach out to a broad range of people to hear what they think, we made a Story Map. A Story Map is an online tool that uses maps, graphics, and photos to explain concepts. It also contains surveys to seek input. The TMP Story Map explained the master plan development process and presented proposals for project identification and prioritization.
The Story Map was available September 24 through November 1. In that time, the Story Map was visited over 1600 times. The survey questions were presented in different sections of the Story Map. One question received over 350 responses. The Story Map is successful in engaging a large number of people.
At the meeting, staff will present the results of the Story Map surveys, and describe next steps in the TMP development process.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
The first phase of public outreach is complete. Additional efforts will occur through development of the plan.
Options:
N/A
Financial impact:
The total cost of the plan is $300,000, funded through a variety of transportation sources.
Attachments:
None