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