What is Redmond's Transportation Master Plan?

Redmond's Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is an element of the City's Comprehensive Plan and the document that provides the policy basis for how transportation funding is spent, and what long-term projects and programs the City will focus on to provide excellent transportation services for its citizens.

Redmond's current TMP was adopted by the City Council in November 2005.  A directive contained in that document indicates an update to the plan every five years.  The first update to the TMP began in 2010 and is continuing through 2011.  A final document resulting from this update process is expected in 2012.

The TMP establishes clear direction and guides the development and delivery of the transportation system. The TMP includes specific tasks and strategies for achieving transportation projects and programs within the context of Redmond's broader community goals for a government that is responsive to citizen priorities for:  

• A well-maintained city whose transportation and other infrastructure keeps pace with growth
• A clean, green environment in which to live, learn, work, and play
• A sense of community and connection with others
• A safe place to live, learn, work, and play
• A diverse and vibrant range of businesses and services in Redmond
• A city government that is responsible and responsive to its residents and businesses

The following graphic depicts the timeline associated with the TMP update.

The final document will likely go before the City Council for adoption in July or August of 2012.

2011 Mobility Report Card

The Mobility Report Card is the method used to monitor the performance of the transportation system and track the implementation of the Transportation Master Plan for the community.  These annual progress reports also set the stage for updates of the TMP.  

See how the City has done in previous years by going to the Document Library page for the 2010 Update of the TMP.  The 2011 Mobility Report Card is also available for review. 

Complete Streets

As defined in the Fundamentals of Complete Streets, complete streets are streets for everyone.  They are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users.  Pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and public transportation users of all ages and abilities are able to safely move along and across a complete street.  Complete streets make it easy to cross the street, walk to shops, and bicycle to work.

A recent article in the Kirkland Patch recognizes local cities like Redmond and Kirkland for their work to create "complete streets."  Read how roads are being designed with all users in mind in "Complete Streets: Intelligent Design for Road Planners". 

You can also read Redmond's Complete Street Ordinance that was approved in 2007.