DATE: August 11, 2016
TO: Franklin Municipal Planning Commission
FROM: Eric Stuckey, City Administrator
Paul Holzen, Director of Engineering
Jonathan Marston, Assistant Director of Engineering
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Consideration of Franklin Municipal Planning Commission Resolution 2016-52, A Resolution to Adopt the 2016 Multimodal Major Thoroughfare Plan. (06/14/16 WS)
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Purpose
The purpose of this memo is to provide information to the Franklin Municipal Planning Commission (FMPC) concerning a resolution to adopt the 2016 Multimodal Major Thoroughfare Plan.
Background
The City of Franklin is one of the fastest growing communities in the state and has experienced continual growth and development since the 1980s. This growth pattern is expected to continue over the next several years, placing increased demands on the City’s transportation network. The 2016 Multimodal Major Thoroughfare Plan (e.g. Comprehensive Transportation Network Plan) is intended to serve as a long range planning guide for multi-modal transportation in the City of Franklin. The recommendations in this plan stretch through the year 2040. The basic goals and objectives of this transportation plan are:
• Plan for a safe, convenient and efficient multi-modal transportation network in the City of Franklin,
• Identify key multi-modal transportation needs through the year 2040,
• Evaluate, prioritize and provide recommendations for future transportation projects, including: streets, sidewalks, multi-use paths and mass transit,
• Coordinate transportation and land use planning, and
• Enhance the transportation network’s contribution to the economic vitality of the City.
Financial Impact
No financial impact at this time.
Recommendation
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Staff presents the final draft of the 2016 Multimodal Major Thoroughfare Plan and recommends approval of Franklin Municipal Planning Commission Resolution 2016-52.