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The Vision:
In 2030, Greater Des Moines’ world-class metropolitan community will move on a world-class transportation system that:
- Invigorates the local economy, reduces reliance on single-occupant vehicles and guarantees the shortest commute to work time of any metropolitan area in America.
- Plays a proactive role in planning and growing a connected community composed of a vibrant downtown Des Moines, thriving neighborhoods and outstanding suburban communities.
- Enhances quality of life by making it possible for everyone to enjoy all facets of culture, entertainment and education.
- Innovates and leads in providing regional and multi-modal mobility solutions in a cost-efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Attracts all customers by providing safe, convenient, accessible, clean, affordable and comfortable service.
Initial Strategies:
- Develop and implement a Strategic Plan for the Des Moines Area Regional Transit (DART).
- Integrate regional land use (development) decision-making process with transportation planning process through the Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization.
- Elevate and align Polk County’s comprehensive plan with vision.
- Achieve a dedicated funding source for transportation improvements.
- Align Transportation Management Association (TMA) goals with vision.
- Heighten business community involvement in the transportation planning process.
Next Meeting:
Friday, May 7, 2010
7:30 a.m.
Check out the I-235 web cams to help make your commute as smooth as possible.
Please note: Some of the following are large files, and may take some time to open.
January 8, 2010 Meeting Materials
October 2, 2009 Meeting Materials
May 22, 2009 Meeting Materials
January 23, 2009 Meeting Materials
September 26, 2008 Meeting Materials
January 19, 2007 Meeting Materials
September 29, 2006 meeting materials
January 27, 2006 meeting materials
October 28, 2005 meeting materials
Creating a Regional Transit Authority
Other Resources
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