HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011 028 CC RESO RESOLUTION 2011-028
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING A COMPLETE STREETS
POLICY (ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY NO. 027)
ESTABLISHING GUIDING PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES
SO THAT TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS ARE
PLANNED, DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, OPERATED AND
MAINTAINED TO ENCOURAGE WALKING, BICYCLING AND
TRANSIT USE WHILE PROMOTING SAFE OPERATIONS
FOR ALL USERS.
Whereas, streets are a critical component of public space and play a major role in estab-
lishing the image and identity of a city, providing a key framework for current and future
development; and,
Whereas, the streets are a critical component of the success and vitality of adjoining land
uses; and,
Whereas, Active Living integrates physical activity into daily routines and Active Living
communities encourage individuals of all ages and abilities to be more physically active;
and,
Whereas, Active Living improves health by lowering the risk of chronic health conditions
such as obesity, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease; and,
Whereas, communities that support Active Living strive to create amenities that will en-
hance the quality of life of its residents, improve the physical and social environment in
ways that attract businesses and workers, and contribute to economic development; and,
Whereas, public health recognizes an inextricable link between health and the built envi-
ronment; and,
Whereas, a goal of Complete Streets is to improve the access and mobility for all users of
streets in our community by improving safety through reducing conflict and encouraging
non-motorized transportation and transit; and,
Whereas, Complete Streets will improve environmental conditions, such as better air quali-
ty, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and improved water quality; and,
Whereas, communities that support Complete Streets see increased street life and a re-
duction in crime and improved personal safety; and,
Whereas, the State of California's Complete Streets Act of 2008 requires cities to identify
the provision of routine accommodation of all roadway users including motorists, pede-
strians, cyclists, individuals with disabilities, seniors, and public transit users in their
circulation elements; and,
Whereas, the City of Baldwin Park embraces a vision of a healthy and active community
that adheres to these principles;
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City of Baldwin Park will create a safe and efficient transportation
system that, to the extent feasible, promotes the health and mobility of all Baldwin Park cit-
izens and visitors by providing high quality pedestrian, bicycling, and transit access to all
destinations throughout the City, and will design its streets for people, with beauty and
amenities. The City of Baldwin Park will, when practicable, provide for the needs of driv-
ers, transit users, bicyclists, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities in all planning, design,
construction, reconstruction, retrofit, operations and maintenance activities and products.
SECTION 2. The City of Baldwin Park will strive to enhance the safety, access, con-
venience, and comfort of all users of all ages and abilities. The City understands children,
seniors, and persons with disabilities will require special accommodations.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this policy and shall
cause a copy of the same to be published or posted in a manner prescribed by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THE 17th day of August 2011
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ALE gAVILA
CITY CLERK
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ss:
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
I, ALEJANDRA AVILA, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park, do herby certify that the
foregoing Resolution 2011-028 was adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting held
on August 17, 2011 by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Monica Garcia, Susan Rubio, Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Pro Tem Marlen Garcia,
Mayor Manuel Lozano
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
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AL' • N •RA AVILA
CITY CLERK