La Crescent Active Transportation Plan

This project is led by a coalition that includes representatives of the City of La Crescent, Houston County, MnDOT, La Crosse Area Planning Committee, local schools, La Crescent City Council, La Crescent Area Healthy Community Partnership (HCP), and city residents. This Active Transportation Plan is funded through MnDOT’s Active Transportation Program.

The following vision and goals will guide the future of active transportation in La Crescent:

Vision:

A safe, connected, and accessible active transportation network that attracts visitors, connects residents to businesses, grows walking/biking skills, and creates a comfortable environment where people live, work, play, and connect to nature.

Goals:

  • All Ages & Abilities: Prioritizes the most vulnerable roadway users, improving community access and safety year-round.
  • Network Connectivity: Creates a safe, comfortable and convenient walk/bike network that connects residents to amenities and key destinations, and coordinates between local, county, and state networks.

  • Mode Shift & Transportation Choice: Increases bicycle trips, reducing automobile trips and single-occupancy vehicle trips.

  • Equity: Focuses engagement and planning efforts with priority populations, advancing equity in the community.

  • Communications: Strengthens communications and information distribution to/from residents, dedicates space on the city website for active transportation opportunities, leading to a more informed community.

  • Environmental and Community Health: Lowers pollution, increases physical activity, and improves health outcomes.



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