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Attachment C CITY OF BLOOMINGTON COMPLETE STREETS POLICY POLICY OBJECTIVE: The City of Bloomington will enhance safety, mobility, accessibility and convenience for transportation network users of all ages and abilities, including pedestrians, transit users, bicyclists, commercial and emergency vehicles, freight drivers and motorists by planning, designing, operating and maintaining a network of multi -modal streets. This objective is consistent with regional transportation goals and formalizes the "Complete Streets Vision" contained in the City of Bloomington's Alternative Transportation Plan (ATP) and other associated City Plans/Programs shown in Figure 1. BACKGROUND: Regional Support of Complete Streets State of Minnesota In 2010, the State of Minnesota Legislature directed the Commissioner of Transportation to consult with stakeholders, state and regional agencies, local governments and other authorities to create a state level complete streets policy. The law, Minnesota State Statutes Section 174.75, demonstrates the state's commitment to the development of a balanced multi -modal transportation system. Hennepin County In 2009, Hennepin County was the first county in Minnesota to adopt a Complete Streets policy. The policy supports the county's commitment to use policy changes and infrastructure planning to encourage Active Living, defined as the integration of physical activity into daily routines through activities such as biking, walking or taking transit. The City of Bloomington is a Hennepin County Active Living Partner. City of Bloomington Support of Complete Streets Designing the City of Bloomington's streets for the safety, mobility and benefit of all users is part of the City's vision to build safe, sustainable and enjoyable neighborhoods while supporting actions that promote the physical and emotional well-being of Bloomington residents. Many of the City of Bloomington's plans, policies, and procedures already support a multi- modal philosophy. • In 2008, after a year-long collaboration between the City Council, City staff and community stakeholders, the City adopted an Alternative Transportation Plan (ATP) to encourage travel by foot or bicycle, promote active lifestyles, improve safety, support sustainability, promote "Complete Streets," and improve connections between neighborhoods, transit, and recreational amenities. • These goals are also embraced in the City's 2008 Comprehensive Plan. • In 2010, the Bloomington City Council passed Resolution Number 2010-7 expressing its support for a statewide Complete Streets policy.