Recommendation SI.25
Recommendation Status: Expand
Support investments in multi-functional facilities like greenways, which offer recreation, stormwater management, and transportation benefits, through Partnerships with Parks and Recreation, transportation, and stormwater management agencies.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Connectivity to recreational and greenspace promotes health and social well-being, which are often overlooked in under-resourced communities.
Develops resiliency toward hazardous climate and disasters.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Sustainable Infrastructure
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
Great Rivers Greenway
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
Municipalities
Utility Companies
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
Federal: Land and Water Conservation Fund, TAP, RAISE Grants, EPA Grants
Local: Potential for MSD partnership/funding for improvements to SW management
Tracking Implementation
Secure additional funding and enhance public engagement strategies.
Tracking Success
Public usage for multi-functional facilities and no. of miles covered for improved greenways.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Integrate additional amenities and share best practice with regional partners to encourage broader adoption.
If underperforming, what should we do?