Subject:
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Adoption of a proposed Pedestrian Master Plan.
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EXPLANATION AND SUMMARY:
In response to Vienna's request, the state legislature granted localities the authority to require dedication of land for public sidewalks with single lot development, if the sidewalk is part of the Town's Pedestrian Master Plan (SB237ER, Section 15.2-2242 Code of Virginia). Builders would locate the new structure on the lot taking into account the future sidewalk, and the Town would not need to acquire right-of-way in the future. A Proposed Pedestrian Network is included in the Town's current Comprehensive Plan, but a more forward-looking and focused plan is necessary.
On October 28, 2014, the TSC reviewed the proposed Pedestrian Master Plan, and voted to recommend approval. On December 10, 2014, the Planning Commission reviewed the Pedestrian Master Plan and voted to recommend approval with some clarifications to the text incorporated. On January 26, 2015, the Town Council authorized holding a public hearing to consider the master plan.
On March 16, 2015, the Town Council held a public hearing and received comments from the public in support of the Pedestrian Master Plan. The Council then closed the public hearing and voted to approve 7-0 to approve the proposed Plan.
Departmental Recommendation: The Acting Director of Planning & Zoning and the Director of Public Works recommend adoption of the proposed Pedestrian Master Plan.
Finance Recommendation: N/A
Purchasing Recommendation: N/A
Town Attorney Recommendation: The Town Council may approve the proposed Pedestrian Master Plan in its discretion.
Town Manager's Recommendation: I recommend the Town Council adopt the Pedestrian Master Plan resolution as presented.
Cost and Financing: N/A
Account Number: N/A
Decision Needed by This date: N/A
PROPOSED/SUGGESTED MOTION
Recommended Action
"I move to adopt the Pedestrian Master Plan resolution."
"I further move to direc...
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