Model Policies — Bill

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Minnesota Encourages Agency/Government Cooperation on Bikeways

This legislation modifies bicycle traffic regulations, powers and duties as well as transportation department powers and duties related to bikeways and state bicycle routes; also, broadens active transportation program eligibility. Of note is the provision encouraging agencies and governments to...

Published on 04/27/18
Funding Mechanism: Bill
Topic Area: Cycling, Recreation, Walking, Transportation, Trails, Safety, Health
State: Minnesota
Tags: 2018

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Minnesota Transportation Policy Encouraging Trail Connectivity

This bill modifies transportation policy, specifically encouraging planning for trails and connectivity, and various finance provisions modified as well as amends the governance of the Metropolitan Council. Committee report to adopt as amended and re-refer to Transportation Finance as of 3/26/2018....

Published on 04/27/18
Funding Mechanism: Bill
Topic Area: Cycling, Equity, Dedicated Funding, Safety, Trails, Transit, Transportation, Walking
State: Minnesota
Tags: 2018, Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), Special committee

Success Stories

Clean Ohio: Bond Initiative Creates Hundreds of Millions for Trails, Conservation

First approved by voters in 2000, the Clean Ohio Fund is a $400 million state bond initiative that restores, protects and connects Ohio’s natural and urban places by preserving open space and farmland, improving outdoor recreation and attracting investment and economic development. The program,...

Published on 12/20/16
Funding Mechanism: Ballot Initiative, Constitutional Amendment
Topic Area: Economic Development, Environment/Sustainability, Trails, Dedicated Funding
Tags: Bond, 2000, 2008

“Complete Communities” Law Creates Unique Collaboration Between Local Governments and Delaware DOT

On May 5, 2016, the Delaware General Assembly passed Senate Bill (SB) 130—the Complete Communities bill—which takes a unique policy approach whereby the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) and local communities work together to create more bikeable, walkable communities around...

Published on 12/20/16
Funding Mechanism: Bill, Executive/Agency Action
Topic Area: Transportation, Cycling, Walking, Transit, Economic Development
Tags: Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), 2016