Agenda 05-07-24; 6-b - Approval of the Orange County US 70 Multimodal Corridor Study (MCS)

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36 US 70 Multimodal Corridor Study Plan elements focus on community connectivity, future land use, parks and recreation, rail station planning, corridor planning, and climate action.A major priority for the Town is multimodal connections, for which the project team has been evaluating opportunities and feasibility with safety and resiliency at top of mind. The plan elements are listed with in the 8 main chapters: Town Government & Public Services, Land Use & Development, Environment & Natural Systems, Transportation &Connectivity, Social Systems & Public Space, Housing &Affordability, Economic Systems &Tourism, and Climate & Energy. The plan's transportation and connectivity chapter outline and unifies recommendations listed in the Town's other controlling plans, with specific future pedestrian and bike facilities. Other key recommendations include an update of the Town's UDO and Zoning Classifications, as well as an implementation plan for unifying the other controlling plans within the Town. 4.2.5 Critical Issues The table below overviews deficiencies in the built environment that must be addressed to achieve the plan's goals. Problem Relevant Goal(s) US 70 poses a significant barrier to pedestrian connectivity in urban areas despite existing crossings. A /WwAy'r A 2 4, 5 6 US 70 does not have sufficient multimodal facilities to support its growing business. 2, 3 9 US 70 detracts from the character of the municipalities it traverses. 3 4.3 Motorized Transportation 4.3.1 Roadway Design US 70 is a basic 2-lane highway, most of which has 4' paved shoulders and 120' ROW. Thirteen intersections along this 18.9-mile segment are signalized. Driveways and intersections are frequent, but visibility is often adequate.The terrain is mildly-to-moderately rolling, with some significant vertical and horizontal curvature, 27 Existing Conditions and Critical Issues