A comprehensive and multimodal circulation system that facilitates the safe and efficient movement of people, enhances commerce, and promotes a sustainable community.
- Policy M-1.1
Safety
Achieve zero fatalities from traffic collisions through education, enforcement, and infrastructure design.
- Policy M-1.2
Balanced Multimodal Network
Provide a balanced and equitable multimodal circulation network that reflects current and changing needs.
- Policy M-1.3
Traffic Management Systems
Utilize technology to efficiently move people and vehicles and manage motor vehicle speeds.
- Policy M-1.4
Motor vehicle level of service
Maintain at least a vehicle level of service āDā for intersections of arterial streets, except in areas planned for high intensity development or traffic safety projects.
- Policy M-1.5
Multimodal Level of Service
Ensure that new development and City projects maintain or improve the current level of service for all modes of transportation.
- Policy M-1.6
Complete streets
Transform travelways to accommodate all users through street design and amenities, such as sidewalks, trees, landscaping, street furniture, and bus shelters.
- Policy M-1.7
Proactive Mitigation
Proactively mitigate existing and new potential air quality, noise, congestion, safety, and other impacts from the transportation network on residents and business, especially in environmental justice communities.
- Policy M-1.8
Environmental Sustainability
Consider air and water quality, noise reduction, neighborhood character, and street-level aesthetics when making improvements to travelways.
- Policy M-1.9
Regional Consistency
Ensure the street network is consistent with standards set in the OCTA Master Plan of Arterial Highways and the Congestion Management Program.
- Policy M-1.10
Intergovernmental Coordination
Collaborate with federal, state, SCAG, OCTA, rail authorities, and other agencies to fund and improve the regional transportation system.
- Policy M-1.11
Emerging Services
Promote the development of innovative and safe travel and delivery services through partnerships with business and industry leaders.