Recommendation CC.45
Recommendation Status: New
Expand sidewalk installations and upgrades in areas identified as high-priority for pedestrian connectivity, emphasizing Low-income neighborhoods with existing sidewalk gaps.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Complete Communities
Inclusive
Economies
Responsible
Growth
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Low-income neighborhoods often need built environment enhancements most, especially considering higher dependence on public/multi-modal transit.
Sustainability Considerations
Increases community resiliency and connectivity; promotes social well-being and quality of life.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works
Supporting Partner(s)
Cost
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-5 mil)
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Project
Partnership
Policy
Timeline
Municipalities
Community Organizations
Metro Transit
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
RAISE Grants
Tracking Implementation
Tracking Success
Total miles of new or upgraded sidewalks in priority areas.
Community feedback on pedestrian accessibility improvements
If overperforming, what should we do?
Scale up sidewalk installation with accessibility features such as improved lighting and seating to additional neighborhoods.
If underperforming, what should we do?
Seek more funding and resources for sidewalk projects, reassess project prioritization criteria.