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11-16-2021 TIBRequest for Appi 2.02.1 TIB Complete Streets Grant Funding Application City Council November 16, 2021 Public Works Department Traffic Division Jason Kennedy Senior Traffic Engineer 11/16/2021 1 Policy Question Should the City Council approve Public Works Department's request to apply for 2021 Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) Complete Streets grant funding to construct ADA improvements in City Center? What are Complete Streets.? • "Complete" streets are for everyone. They are designed and operated to enable safe access for ALL users of ALL ages and abilities: — Pedestrians — Cyclists — School &Public Transit Users — Motorists and Passengers — Emergency Responders — Freight • Look different in each context. • Balance safety and convenience for all users. Background Information • City Center has more than $4M worth of identified ADA deficiencies (2019 ADA Transition Plan) • City applied for 2019 TIB Complete Streets grant funds — Awarded $100,000 for S 320t" St /Pac Hwy S ADA improvements (curb ramps and ped push buttons) • 2021 Complete Streets Award from $100,000 to $1,000,000 • City has to be nominated by partner (state agency or non-profit organization) Options Considered 1. Approve grant Public Works Department's request to apply for 2021 TIB Complete Streets grant funding to construct ADA improvements in City Center. 2. Do not approve Public Works Department's request to apply for funding and provide direction to staff. Mayor's Recommendation • The Mayor recommends Option 1, approve Public Works Department's request to apply for 2021 TIB Complete Streets grant funding to construct ADA improvements in City Center. Questions?