REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: SCOTT L. MOZIER, PE, Director
Public Works Department
BY: JILL M. GORMLEY, TE, Assistant Director
Public Works Department, Traffic & Engineering Services Division
ANDREINA AGUILAR, Chief Engineering Technician
Public Works Department, Traffic & Engineering Services Division
SUBJECT
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Hearing to consider the adoption of the City of Fresno Active Transportation Plan (Citywide)
1. Adopt a finding that the 2026 City of Fresno Active Transportation Plan is statutorily exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to California Public Resources Code Section 21080.20
2. RESOLUTION - to adopt the Active Transportation Plan and accept the Active Transportation Project Prioritization Tool
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends City Council adopt a finding that the Active Transportation Plan is statutorily exempt from the requirements of CEQA, adopt the Resolution for the Active Transportation Plan and accept the updated Active Transportation Project Priority Tool
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City of Fresno Active Transportation Plan (ATP) serves as the City's comprehensive strategy and vision to improve walking, bicycling, and rolling conditions for residents of all ages and abilities. The ATP updates the City's active transportation policies, inventories existing bicycle and pedestrian facilities, identifies gaps, and establishes a prioritized list of improvements to guide near-, mid-, and long-term investments. A key focus of the ATP is improving safety, expanding the bike and pedestrian network, enhancing equitable access to active transportation, supporting community health, and environmental sustainability.
Development of the ATP update was informed by public outreach and engagement efforts, coordination with partner agencies, and analysis of safety data and existing infrastructure. Adoption of the ATP positions the City to compete effectively for state and federal grant fu...
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