Description
Title: Resolution to Approve the Ann Arbor Sustainability and Transportation Commissions Joint Statement of Support for the Implementation of Sidewalk Gap Filling Projects
Summary
The Ann Arbor Sustainability and Transportation Commissions have issued a joint statement supporting the implementation of sidewalk gap filling projects as part of the city's Vision Zero plan, aimed at eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries. This legislation prioritizes completing the sidewalk network to enhance accessibility and promote alternative transportation methods, contributing to Ann Arbor's climate goals outlined in the A2ZERO plan. The initiative also emphasizes environmental stewardship, particularly the preservation of the urban tree canopy, which provides significant ecological benefits. The city plans to carefully evaluate existing trees in areas slated for sidewalk construction, considering their health and ecological contributions before removal. If tree removal is necessary, a canopy loss fee will be assessed to fund tree replacement and maintenance. The commissions advocate for improved interdepartmental workflows, enhanced