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Ramsey County adopted a vision of "A vibrant community in which all are valued and thrive" The County supports an approach to building an all abilities transportation network. An all abilities transportation network is "...a system that provides equitable access for all people regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual preference, health, education, abilities, and economics. " The City of New Brighton supports Ramsey County in implementation of this policy. Objectives & Policies The following are the City's objectives & policies relative to transportation: TRAN 1.0 Develop safe, efficient, and convenient interconnected transportation systems for automobiles, mass transit, bicycles, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities TRAN 1.1 Increase the degree to which public transportation, walking, and cycling options connect people to local and regional destinations TRAN 1.2 Identify and eliminate gaps in the Regional Bicycle Transportation Network and Connected Ramsey Communities Network, and build connections to those networks. TRAN 1.3 Utilize low-cost/high-impact methods to make the transportation system more efficient for the movements of people and goods through all transportation modes TRAN 1.4 Collaborate with other government entities to take advantage of regional transportation projects to improve conditions/optimize local investment TRAN 1.5 Address major barriers to bike/pedestrian movement such as interstates, railroads, streams, and busy street crossings TRAN 1.6 Reduce the number of access points to major roadways by consolidating multiple points of access into a single point of access where appropriate. Emphasize safety and mobility on collector and arterial roads by limiting access on these roads TRAN 2.0 Develop transportation facilities in a manner that does not adversely impact adjacent land uses and deteriorate the quality of life in the community TRAN 2.1 Advocate for higher frequency transit service at key nodes of employment and residential development TRAN 2.2 Prioritize shared parking, joined accesses, and circulation for pedestrian and bicycle traffic for redevelopment projects TRAN 2.3 Implement traffic calming measures, as appropriate, to create safer corridors, enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety, and reduce the amount of through traffic on residential streets TRAN 2.4 Employ traffic calming devices on local and collector streets as means to improve the compatibility between land use and traffic TRAN 2.5 Adhere to MnDOT and Ramsey County access management policies on state and county highways to the greatest extent possible TRAN 2.6 Explore ways the City can reduce environmental impact of transportation system, especially related to run-off, salting, and exhaust from public works vehicles 6-82 New Brighton Comprehensive Plan 1 2040