HomeMy WebLinkAbout131-03 RESOLUTIONRESOLUTION NO.131-03
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ALTERNATIVE
TRANSPORTATION AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN AS AN
OFFICIAL PLANNING DOCUMENT.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas
hereby adopts the Alternative Transportation and Trails Master Plan as an
official planning document.
PASSED and APPROVED this 2"`I day of September, 2003.
ATTEST:
Bv:
SONDRA SMITH, City Clerk
APPROVED:
By:
DAN COODY, Mayor
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Resolution No. 131-03
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08/13/03
Staff Review Form w/attachments
memo to Mayor/City Council
draft resolution
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09/04/03
memo to Steve Hatfield
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STAFF REVIEW FORM - NON-FINANCIAL OBLIGATION / 31_03
X AGENDA REQUEST
For the Fayetteville City Council Meeting of:
September 2, 2003
FROM:
Steve Hatfield
Name
Parks & Recreation Operations
Division Department
ACTION REQUIRED: Adopt the Altemative Transportation and Trails Master Plan as an official planning
document.
SUMMARY EXPLANATION: Fayetteville Alternative Transportation and Trail Plan offers
recommendations for improving community access to outdoor resources and community destinations by
developing a network of off-street multi -use trails and on -street linkages. The purpose of this
Master Plan is to address the needs of the citizens and visitors related to transportation,
recreation and economic pursuits that can be addressed through a comprehensive alternative
transportation and trail system. It was developed by The City of Fayetteville in association with
the Sidewalk and Trails Committee, and citizens of Fayetteville. It responds to specific needs that
were defined by citizens through a series of public workshops. This Plan recommends the
implementation of a network of multi -use trails and on -street linkages. The system is extensive and
comprehensive, and at the same time provides a realistic program for satisfying the needs of
citizens regarding access to outdoor resources and linkages to popular destinations. Building the
system will take many years. The overall system is divided into three phases,
near term, mid term and long term.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Adoption of the Altemative Transportation and Trail Master Plan.
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Mayor Dan Coody and City Council Members
Gary Dumas, Director of Operations
Connie Edmonston, Director Parks and Recreation Division
From: Steve Hatfield, Park Landscape Architect, Trails & Greenways Coordinator
Reference: Altemative l ransponation and Trails Master Plan
Subject: Master Plan Adoption
Parks and Recreation Division request the opportunity to present the Alternative Transportation and Trails Master Plan for your
review and approval at the September 2, 2003 City Council meeting.
Background
The Fayetteville Altemative Transportation and Trail Plan offers recommendations for improving community access to outdoor
resources and community destinations by developing a network of multi -use trails and on -street linkages. The purpose of this
Master Plan is to address the needs of the citizens and visitors related to transportation, recreation and economic pursuits that can
be accomplished through a comprehensive alternative transportation and trail system.
The Plan addresses policies, programs, and physical improvements that should be implemented to improve alternative
transportation opportunities throughout the community. The proposed system is extensive and comprehensive, and at the same
time provides a realistic program for satisfying the needs of citizens regarding access to outdoor resources and linkages to popular
destinations. Building the system will take many years. The overall system is divided into three phases, near term, mid temt and
long term.
The plan was developed by the City of Fayetteville in association with the Sidewalk and Trails Committee, and citizens of
Fayetteville. It responds to specific needs that were defined by citizens through a series of public workshops.
Included in the front of the Alternative Transportation and Trail Master Plan is an Executive Summary which highlights the vision,
goals and objectives of the plan as well as recommendations for implementation.
For further information, contact the Trails and Greenways Coordinator, Steve Hatfield (479-718-7688)
Current Status
This Plan has been presented and approved by the Sidewalk and Trails Committee and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
and is on the agenda for the August 25, 2003 Planning Commission meeting.
By adopting the Master Plan, the City of Fayetteville can promote at least seven of the twelve guiding principals. They include
preservtn and enhancing our natural areas, providing a well maintained infrastructure, revitalizing south Fayetteville, enhancing
mobility, increasing HMR tax revenue streams and establishing fun activities for both residents and visitors.
Recommendation
Adoption of the Alternative Transportation and Trails Master Plan
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City of Fayetteville
Parks and Recreation Division
113 W. Mountain Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701
Telephone: 501-718-7688 E-mail: shatfield@ci.fayetteville.ar.us
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE ALTERNATIVE
TRANSPORTATION AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN AS AN
OFFICIAL PLANNING DOCUMENT.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville`„
hereby adopts the Alternative Transportation and Trails Master 'a
official planning document.
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PASSED and APPROVED this 2nd day of September,
APPROVV
ty Clerk
pAI�GOtDY, Mayor
FAYETTEVtLLE
DIE CITY OF FAVETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS
DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
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TO: Steve Hatfield
Parks and Recreation
FROM: Sondra Smith
City Clerk
DATE: 09/04/03
SUBJECT: Alternative Transportation and Trails Master Plan
Attached is a signed copy of Resolution No. 131-03. The original resolution will be microfilmed
and filed with the City Clerk.
Thanks!
Sondra Smith
City Clerk
cc: Nancy Smith, Internal Auditor