Multi-Modal Connectivity Committee
Access to safe and reliable multi-modal transportation options is vital to any great city.
Through advocacy, this Committee is devoted to developing present and future initiatives that boost multi-modal options in Greater Downtown Phoenix.
CO-CHAIRS
Kyle Foxcroft, Tuft & Needle
Mark McLaren, HDR, Inc.
THE COMMITTEE
Through active discussion and engagement, the Committee develops action plans and recommendations that benefit the community as a whole. The Committee is devoted to the development of present and future initiatives that boost rail, bus, biking, walking, safe streets, and parking options affecting businesses and residents of Greater Downtown Phoenix.
For prospective Members, this Committee provides a voice for multi-modal and public transportation advocates, and the ability to take part in projects shaping transit policy.
CURRENT INITIATIVES
Address the perceived problem of the lack of available parking in Greater Downtown. Collaborate with the PCA Arts, Culture & Public Life Committee’s Guest Experience Workgroup to promote and support ParkPHX's long-term vision and encourage the inclusion of micromobility options in future iterations.
Help City staff update various plans and projects including the Downtown Transportation Plan, Downtown Strategic Plan, Phoenix Connected Active Neighborhoods, and any plans and projects related to multi-modal transportation.
Develop a working group focused on protecting and enhancing the regional transportation system by tracking the next steps for Prop 479 (previous Prop 400), connecting with other organizations that have similar advocacy positions on transportation, and outlining ways transportation is essential to our community's economic development.
Create a strategy for supporting the expansion of multi-modal options in Greater Downtown Phoenix and its adjacent neighborhoods. Including, but not limited to: • Amtrak & Passenger Rail • Bike Lanes, specifically along 3rd St. • Connection & Accessibility into Downtown • Future Light Rail • Bus Rapid Transit and Other Transit Initiatives.
2025 PUBLIC POLICY AGENDA
Advocate for multi-modal transportation and pedestrian connection within Greater Downtown Phoenix, focusing on safety (including heat mitigation), reliability, equity, accessibility, and inclusion for users of all ages.
Support advancement and advocate for fully implementing voter-approved City of Phoenix T2050 transportation plan elements that affect access to and circulation within Greater Downtown Phoenix.
Advocate for the implementation of projects funded by Prop 479 that are relevant to Downtown, to include those outlined in the I-10 Corridor Study, and pursue additional funding mechanisms for future extensions and implementing the remaining elements of the original OUR MOMENTUM Plan for Maricopa County.
Support efforts to protect and enhance the expansion of pedestrian and bike access to common amenities, necessities, and natural resources, near Downtown Phoenix, including South Phoenix, and advocate for recommendations made by the Vision Zero Advisory Council when appropriate.
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