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Plan Goals

 

The 2030 Long Range Transportation Plan for Washtenaw County Plan Goals and Objectives were completed and adopted in conjunction with the SEMCOG and the MDOT originally as part of the 2020 Plan. The 2025 Plan was an update of the 2020 Plan and the four original goals were reaffirmed. The goals used by the local agencies as they evaluated the deficiencies and identified improvements are provided in Table 1

 

Table 1

 

2030 Plan Goals and Objectives

 

Goal 1: Promote a safe and secure transportation system.

 

Objectives

 

A. Reduce the number and severity of traffic crashes.
B. Increase the safety and security of the transportation system and its users.
C. Reduce conflicts between rail, auto, transit and non-motorized modes.

 

Goal 2: Provide accessibility and mobility for all people and goods.

 

Objectives

 

A. Reduce distance or time spent traveling.
B. Increase the occupancy rate for all motorized modes.
C. Reduce barriers to the use of the transportation system.
D. Increase continuity of transportation service across the region with appropriate access to major land uses.
E. Increase mode choices for the movement of goods and people.
F. Improve the connections between modes.

 

Goal 3: Invest strategically in transportation infrastructure to enhance the vitality of the community.

 

Objectives

 

A. Give priority to preservation and maintenance of the existing transportation system.
B. Develop a financially responsible plan that allocates available resources.
C. Preserve current and planned right-of-ways for transportation system improvements
D. Develop transportation services that are consistent with regional and local land use plans as well as other development plans.
E. Encourage creative public and private partnerships in transportation improvements.
F. Provide a transportation system that encourages employment growth, economic productivity and international competitiveness of the region.

 

Goal 4: Protect and enhance the environment.

 

Objectives

 

A. Reduce air, water and noise pollutant emissions and concentrations.
B. Reduce energy consumption.
C. Reduce the disruption or damage to wetlands and natural habitats.
D. Increase the use of public transportation and ridesharing.
E. Reduce the risks associated with the transportation of hazardous materials.
F. Preserve and enhance the aesthetic natural and cultural qualities of the region.
G. Encourage the development and use of non-motorized facilities and programs.
H. Reduce negative effects of the transportation system on:
     -Households and neighborhoods; commercial and industrial facilities;
     -Prime agricultural, open space and recreational resources; and historic sites and districts.
 
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