HomeMy WebLinkAboutFront Street Connector Project - WTI Letter of Support - Final2/12/2020
Attn: City of Bozeman TOP Committee
The Western Transportation Institute (WTI) works to advance rural transportation through research and education. As Bozeman continues to grow, it is important that projects promoting and supporting connectivity of a multi-modal transportation
network receive support to advance active transportation (walking and biking) as a
safe and healthy part of the network. Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT) has submitted an application for additional funding to the Bozeman Trails Open Space and Parks Committee (TOP) for
completion of the Front Street Connector (FSC) Project. The FSC project will provide
a separated space for people walking and biking as well as connectivity for residents between Rouse, Oak, the Cannery District, and the new Story Mill Community Park. The FSC project supports multiple City of Bozeman plans that promote a more balanced, connected multi-modal transportation network. The plans include:
The City of Bozeman Strategic Plan Section 4.5 Housing and Transportation Choices: Vigorously encourage, through a wide variety of actions, the development of sustainable and lasting housing options for underserved individuals and families and improve mobility options that
accommodate all travel modes.
a) Enhance Non-motorized Transportation Bozeman Community Plan (Draft 2019) Goal DCD-1: Ensure multimodal connectivity within the City.
Goal M-1: Ensure multimodal accessibility.
Goal M-2: Ensure multimodal safety. 2017 Transportation Master Plan Goal 6: Protect and Enhance Environmental Sustainability, Provide Opportunities for
Active Lifestyles, and Conserve Natural and Cultural Resources.
Objective 6.1: Promote transportation projects, plans and/or programs that encourage reducing fuel consumption, reducing vehicle miles of travel, and thereby minimizing air pollution.
The FSC project moves the City of Bozeman towards a more connected active transportation network and for these reasons, the Western Transportation Institute recommends that the TOP committee recommend approval of the application for additional funding to the City Commission to successfully complete the FSC project.
Thank you for your consideration and work towards making Bozeman a more
connected community that promotes and supports active transportation. Sincerely
Matthew A Madsen Research Associate