The Vision:
In 2030, Greater Des Moines’ world-class metropolitan community will move on a world-class transportation system that:
- Invigorates the local economy, reduces reliance on single-occupant vehicles and guarantees the shortest commute to work time of any metropolitan area in America.
- Plays a proactive role in planning and growing a connected community composed of a vibrant downtown Des Moines, thriving neighborhoods and outstanding suburban communities.
- Enhances quality of life by making it possible for everyone to enjoy all facets of culture, entertainment and education.
- Innovates and leads in providing regional and multi-modal mobility solutions in a cost-efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Attracts all customers by providing safe, convenient, accessible, clean, affordable and comfortable service.
Initial Strategies:
- Develop and implement a Strategic Plan for the Des Moines Area Regional Transit (DART).
- Integrate regional land use (development) decision-making process with transportation planning process through the Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization.
- Elevate and align Polk County’s comprehensive plan with vision.
- Achieve a dedicated funding source for transportation improvements.
- Align Transportation Management Association (TMA) goals with vision.
- Heighten business community involvement in the transportation planning process.
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