BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN PLANNING
The MPO works with the NCDOT, local governments, and advocacy groups to identify and implement projects and programs to improve bicycling and walking in the three counties. There are currently several sidewalk, greenway, and bicycle projects funded for implementation in the near future, either as stand-alone projects, or as a part of a larger road improvement project.
For more information about bicycle and pedestrian projects in the GCLMPO area, please contact Makenna Sturgis at 704-866-6819 or [email protected]
The Locally Administered Projects Program (LAPP) is used by the MPO to prioritize and program local transportation projects in the region that utilize federal funding such as Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) and Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). These projects are funded using federal funding sources directly attributed to the region with a minimum 20% local match.
Member jurisdictions of the GCLMPO region with Locally Administered Projects (LAP) should be utilizing the “North Carolina Department of Transportation Local Project System document, found by clicking on this link.”
The Local Project System is a simple electronic system that provides a single point for project communication, storage and status when delivering a local administered project. Please follow the steps and tutorials in the above link to receive your username, password, and overview of the software utilization. Ensuring proper usage and regular updating of the system is essential to receiving funds for your local projects. The MPO submits quarterly reports to NCDOT, including all Locally Administered Projects within our region.
Please use the links below to access all prior year presentations and materials related to trainings.
If you have any questions, please contact Makenna Sturgis at 704-866-6819 or email Makenna Sturgis. Click here to email [email protected]
Federal Highway Administration Office of Planning is now showcasing six Complete Streets Case Studies on our “Transportation Planning Capacity Building” Complete Streets Planning Topics page. They are:
- Athens-Clarke County Georgia’s Comprehensive Approach to Complete Streets
- Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization (Bismarck-Mandan MPO) East Main Avenue Corridor Study
- Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization Complete Streets Initiative
- Carson City, Nevada’s Multi-faceted Approach to Complete Streets
- The Kentuckiana Regional Planning & Development Agency’s Complete Streets Policy
- Pima Association of Governments (PAG) Complete Streets Planning Initiatives
This committee formed in June 2015 to oversee bicycle and pedestrian planning issues within the Gaston-Cleveland-Lincoln MPO area, and to elevate non-motorized transportation planning within the MPO process. BPAC makes recommendations to the GCLMPO Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) and MPO Board. Functions of the BPAC include, but are not limited to:
- Evaluate bicycle and pedestrian projects for the MPO Project Ranking Process Strategic Transportation Prioritization (SPOT).
- Identify locations for placement of bicycle and pedestrian counting equipment as part of the MPO’s ongoing counting program.
- Oversee the development of an official bicycle conditions and routing map for the MPO area.
- Assist in the review of traditional highway and bridge plans and provide recommendations on the incorporation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
- Per the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), GCLMPO staff will collaborate with North Carolina Division of Transportation (NCDOT) Division 12 to coordinate bicycle lane striping during highway resurfacing projects.
- Assist local municipalities within the GCLMPO to coordinate bicycle lane striping during local street resurfacing projects.
- Provide technical assistance to communities developing non-motorized plans and projects.
- Provide bicycle and pedestrian input as needed for any technical planning studies.
- Develop community outreach programs, including safety education, in the region that promote bicycle and pedestrian transportation.
- Provide review and recommendations on legislative matters concerning non-motorized transportation.
- Provide input and support as needed on NCDOT Work Program activities within the Integrated Mobility Division (IMD).
- Research and identify potential funding opportunities for bicycle and pedestrian programs and projects.
Meetings
The first meeting of the calendar year will be in February. Meetings shall be held bi-monthly on the third Monday of each month.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact Makenna Sturgis at 704-866-6819 or by email Click here to email [email protected]
Local Bicycle and
Pedestrian Plans
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