Fiscal Note
The Engineering Division will use existing resources to plan an approach for making Monroe Street a "Green Street". That plan may require future appropriations in future budgets. Amounts are indeterminate at this time.
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Reconstruct Monroe Street as a “Green” Street.
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WHEREAS, Monroe Street’s reconstruction schedule has been repeatedly delayed, with negative impacts, including significant delay in implementing pedestrian safety initiatives that should be effectively addressed as soon as possible; and,
WHEREAS, there is significant demonstrated support for designing the reconstruction of Monroe Street according to principles of sustainability (incorporating features of multi-modal “complete streets,” creative place-making, walkability green infrastructure, etc.); and,
WHEREAS, the City of Madison Sustainability Plan, adopted as a guiding document, articulates goals that are supported by “green” street design that incorporates principles of sustainability, including:
· Encourage infiltration, where appropriate, through the use of pervious surfaces, the creation of rain gardens, bio-swales and other natural water purification methods.
· Pilot the use of “green” infrastructure techniques and incorporate them into standard street and building design, where appropriate.
· Promote projects that increase infiltration and aquifer replenishment, where appropriate.
· Use linking parks, bike trail system, and stormwater management systems to expand trail recreation, physical activity, and nature study opportunities. Link all parks and open spaces to the maximum extent possible.
· Redesign streetscapes and other built areas to incorporate non-traditional green space (pocket parks, rain gardens, etc.) to create more open space.
· Plan and create walkable neighborhood opportunities for Madison’s increasing population. Upgrade walkability in already built out neighborhoods.
· Improve opportunities for physical activities through sidewalk, signage, saf...
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