5.10. SR 11-20-1995 - Laserfiche WebLink

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POLICIES PRESERVE AND MODERNIZE KEY ELEMENTS OF THE EXISTING SYSTEM To ensure that key elements of the existing transportation system are preserved by replacing or rehabilitating transportation assets at the optimal replacement cycle. Improvements include resurfacing, restoration, rehabilitation, paving, facility, and fleet replacement or modernization. Replacements and rehabilitations based upon accepted industry standards will be given priority over projects not based upon such system standards. IMPROVE SAFETY AND SECURITY To improve the safety of the existing transportation system through programs or improvements which eliminate or lessen safety hazards. The safety and security of the user /customer of the transportation system is the primary focus of this guideline. MITIGATE CONGESTION To reduce existing congestion or prevent future congestion on the transportation system. This guideline is accomplished by projects which improve traffic flow and reduces travel time on congested highways, transit or other facilities, reduces overcrowding and increases service capacity and reliability, and relieves or prevents a worsening of congestion by taking proactive steps. PROMOTE PROPER USE OF ROADWAY • To protect and improve the roadway system so that it achieves its proper use necessary to ensure efficient mobility is the focus of this guideline. Projects which improve deficiencies to roadways are given consideration under this guideline. Roadway deficiencies can be attributed to excessive distance between roadways of the same classification, improper signal spacing, parking, excessive access points, and improper posted speeds which results in inefficient traffic flow. IMPROVE CONNECTIVITY OF ROADWAY To ensure proper connectivity between two or more unconnected routes. Projects which have a positive effect on mobility by improving the continuity along or between a roadway corridor will be given priority consideration under this guideline. PROTECT AND IMPROVE THE ENVIRONMENT To protect and improve the environment through transportation projects that are environmentally responsive. This guideline incorporates all environmental concerns, though improving air quality and complying with the Clean Air Act are primary considerations. Projects will also be evaluated based upon their support of environmental conservation, habitat protection, wetland conservation, noise abatement, energy conservation, and maintenance of water quality. PROVIDE MOBILITY FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DISADVANTAGED To ensure mobility for the transportation disadvantaged and to comply with the intentions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Projects which insure mobility and access to transportation facilities for the transportation disadvantaged will be given priority consideration • under this guideline. 1