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5.5 When evaluating projects to fill gaps in sidewalk and bicycle path networks, the City may consider exempting the addition of pedestrian, bicycling, and/or transit facilities to existing roads if: o There is insufficient space to accommodate new facilities. o There are significant safety risks. o The project only requires ordinary maintenance activities to keep the asset in serviceable condition. o Construction is deemed not practically feasible or cost effective. o The project would cause significant or adverse environmental impacts to native vegetation and ecosystems, wetlands, bodies of water, or other critical natural areas. 5.6 The purpose and benefits of Complete Streets will be communicated to residents and community members who will be have an opportunity to provide feedback and identify corridors in need of attention to increase safety and accessibility. 5.7 To increase year-round accessibility, the City will conduct a community action and education campaign to emphasize citizen responsibility for maintaining sidewalks to be clear of ice and snow, especially on major thoroughfares. 5.8 The City will develop success and performance measures, such as: o Miles of sidewalk and bike -accessible facilities; o Usage of sidewalks, paths and trails by children going to school; o Shifts in mode of transit; o Pedestrian and cycling traffic trends; o Data on crashes and transportation -related injuries. 5.9 City ordinances and codes will be updated as necessary to reflect the principles of this policy. 5.10 Complete Streets concepts will be incorporated into future city plans such as the Capital Improvement Plan, the Comprehensive Plan, Pathway Master Plan, and any other relevant plans and policies as determined by the City government. 5.11 The City will seek out funding and grant opportunities to offset costs and support implementation of Complete Streets principles and projects. 5.12 The City will work with Ramsey County, Metropolitan Council, and state agencies to encourage the implementation of Complete Streets principles to roads and projects under their particular jurisdiction within the Roseville city limits.