Tippecanoe County committee previews draft 30-year transportation goals, launches short public survey

The Tippecanoe County Transportation Study Committee previewed draft goals and invited public input on its Metropolitan Transportation Plan during a meeting where staff opened an eight-question survey intended to help rank plan priorities.

The presentation, given by a staff member, outlined draft goals and supporting objectives intended to steer the countys long-range transportation investments. "So tonight, the main thing we're gonna be talking about is 1 of the parts we do for our Metropolitan Transportation Plan," the staff member said. The committee asked clarifying questions and voted to adjourn after the discussion.

The Metropolitan Transportation Plan, which the presenter described as a federally required document updated every five years, uses a 20-plus year planning horizon; the committee said its current horizon extends roughly 30 years to 2055. Draft goals shown to the committee include: creating a connected network of sidewalks, trails and bike lanes; investing in system preservation for roads and bridges; improving efficiency and connectivity…