Recommendation CC.57
Recommendation Status: New
Invest in improved public transportation options to enhance residents' access to grocery stores outside their neighborhoods.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Addresses those who have limited mobility options.
Supports existing businesses and enhances access to neighborhood resources.
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)
EarthDance CSA
Fair Shares CCSA
Seeds of Hope Farm
Soil Shares CSA
Three Rivers Community Farm
Vesterbrook Farm
Fresh Pasture Farms
Farmers Markets
The Fit & Food Connection
Neighborhood and Community Organizations
St. Louis County Department of Public Health
Community Action Agency of Saint Louis County
MO Department of Health and Senior Services
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
EWGCOG Allocations and Grants
MoDOT Cost share programs
Tracking Implementation
Keep going and publish the success.
Tracking Success
Number of transit lines that service grocery stores from within food deserts.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Proactively market the program.
If underperforming, what should we do?