121.2014 Adopt Complete Streets Policy RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND ADOPTING
SUSTAINABLE COMPLETE STREETS POLICY
RESOLUTION NO.: 121,2014
INTRODUCED BY: Mr.William VanNess
WHO MOVED ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY: Mr. Doug Irish
WHEREAS, "Complete Streets" are defined as roadways that enable safe and convenient
access for all users, including bicyclists, children, persons with disabilities, motorists, movers of
commercial goods, pedestrians, users or public transportation, and seniors, and
WHEREAS, "Sustainable Complete Streets" are defined as Complete Streets with
elements of design, construction and operation that also serve environmental sustainability, and
WHEREAS, streets that support and invite multiple uses, including safe, active, and ample
space for pedestrians, bicycles, and public transportation, are more conducive to public life and
efficient movement of people than streets designed primarily to move automobiles and trucks, and
WHEREAS, promoting pedestrian, bicycle and public transportation travel as an
alternative to the automobile reduces negative environmental impacts, promotes healthy living,
and is less costly to the commuter, and
WHEREAS, the full integration of all modes of travel in the design of streets and
highways will increase the capacity and efficiency of the road network, reduce traffic congestion
by improving mobility options, limit greenhouse gas emissions, and improve the general quality of
life, and
WHEREAS, many studies show that when roads are better designed for bicycling walking
and transit use, more people do so, and
WHEREAS, the design and construction of new roads and facilities in the Town of
Queensbury should anticipate future demand for biking, walking, and other alternative
transportation facilities, and
WHEREAS, "Sustainable Complete Streets" are supported by the Institute of Traffic
Engineers, the American Planning Association, the American Public Health Association, the State
of New York, and many other transportation, planning and public health professionals,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town of Queensbury shall view all transportation improvements as
opportunities to improve safety, access, and mobility for all travelers in the Town of Queensbury
and recognizes bicycle, pedestrian, and transit modes as integral elements of the transportation
system, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately
Duly adopted this 7h day of April, 2014, by the following vote:
AYES Mr. Strough, Mr. Metivier, Mr. Clements, Mr. Irish, Mr. VanNess
NOES None
AB SENT : None
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