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• Mn/DOT is committed to partner with a broad coalition including local governments <br /> to build on existing CSS practices and develop and implement a Mn/DOT Complete <br /> Streets policy using the following phased sequential approach: <br /> Develop a Mn/DOT Complete Streets policy. <br /> - Reconcile differences in planning and design policies, guidelines and <br /> manuals. <br /> - Implement. <br /> - Review/measure/refine. <br /> • Mn/DOT should review and revise conflicting information in Minnesota's state and <br /> local design documents. <br /> • Mn/DOT should further explore the feasibility of integrating its existing planning and <br /> design manuals related to Complete Streets into one manual. <br /> • Mn/DOT should integrate Complete Streets into Mn/DOT's new Scogina Process <br /> model (see Appendix B). <br /> • Mn/DOT should identify ways to assist local governments in developing and <br /> understanding funding sources and the constraints related to these sources. <br /> • All agencies should develop an integrated transportation plan that addresses <br /> connectivity for all modes for all users of all ages and abilities. <br /> • Mn/DOT should serve as a resource to assist local agencies in developing their own <br /> Complete Streets policies with the support of Mn/DOT's expertise in CSS, ADA, <br /> bicycle/pedestrian planning, design and funding strategies. <br /> • Mn/DOT State Aid should review the State Aid variance process and make it more <br /> accessible and transparent. <br /> If a policy is developed it is very important that all stakeholders be engaged to <br /> address the key issues listed above and within this report. <br /> Complete Streets Legislative Report Chapter 1 <br /> December 2009 Page 3 <br />