(A) The city shall call on its heritage to guide future development in a manner that is sensitive to local context and character by providing an interconnected network of streets, sidewalks and trails that supports walking, bicycling and transit use.
(B) The city shall refer to the most current recommendations, requirements and standards provided by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to ensure safe and accessible travel for all. In recognition of various jurisdictions and the needs of many users, a flexible and balanced approach that follows other appropriate design standards may be considered; provided, there is an emphasis on innovative design options where a comparable level of safety for all users is present.
(C) Accepted design standards and best practices shall be followed in conjunction with the construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation or maintenance of the public right-of-way. The planning, design and implementation for all corridors shall:
(1) Include the local community and stakeholders;
(2) Consider the function of the roadway;
(3) Consider transit-way alignment and station areas; and
(4) Assess the current and future needs of the corridor users.
(Prior Code § 97.019) (Ord. 11-134, passed 7-12-2011; Ord. 2015-033, passed 11-10-2015)