2019-01-11 COMPASSCommunities in Motion 2040 Development Review
The Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) is the metropolitan planning organization
(MPO) for Ada and Canyon Counties. COMPASS has developed this review as a tool for local governments to
evaluate whether land developments are consistent with the goals of Communities in Motion 2040 (CIM 2040), the
regional long-range transportation plan for Ada and Canyon Counties. This checklist is not intended to be
prescriptive, but rather a guidance document based on CIM 2040 goals.
Development Name: Stapleton (H-2018-0129)
CIM Vision Category: Future Neighborhoods
New households: 223 New jobs: 0
CIM Corridor: N/A
Pedestrian level of stress: R -Highway 69
= Bicycle level of stress: R -Highway 69
Housing within 1 mile: 1,830
`Jobs within 1 mile: 440
°�v�4l�Jobs/Housing Ratio: 0.2
Nearest police station: 2.9 miles
Nearest fire station: 3.1 miles
Farmland consumed: Yes
Farmland within 1 mile: 859 acres
Nearest bus stop: 3.5 miles
Nearest public school: 0.7 miles
Nearest public park: 1.5 miles
Nearest grocery store: 2.0 miles
Recommendations
Agency: Meridian
Exceeds CIM forecast: No
Level of Stress considers facility type, number of vehicle
lanes, and speed. Roads with G or PG ratings better
support bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and comfort
levels.
A good jobs/housing balance - a ratio between 1 and
1.5 - reduces traffic congestion. Higher numbers
indicate the need for more housing and lower numbers
indicate an employment need.
Developments within 1.5 miles of police and fire
stations ensure that emergency services are more
efficient and reduce the cost of these important public
services.
Farmland contributes to the local economy, creates
additional jobs, and provides food security to the region.
Development in farm areas decreases the productivity
and sustainability of farmland.
Residents who live or work less than 1/2 mile from
critical services have more transportation choices.
Walking and biking reduces congestion by taking cars off
the road, while supporting a healthy and active lifestyle.
This location is still in a largely farmland area. Nearby services, such as schools, parks, grocery stores, and other
stores are likely accessed only by vehicle. There are no public transportation services at this location.
ValleyConnect proposes an Express bus route along Highway 69 along Franklin Road which will connect downtown
Kuna to the downtown Meridian, the Meridian Village, and the Boise Research Center. Coordinate bus stop
locations and amenities with Valley Regional Transit.
The development proposes a 10' pathway along the western boundary to comply with the 2015 Meridian Pathways
Network Map. This regional pathway will provide connectivity between southwest Boise and the Ten Mile
Interchange area. There are several other pathway connections internal to the development which will encourage
non -motorized travel.
More information about COMPASS and Communities in Motion 2040:
Web: www.compassidaho.org
Email info@compassidaho.org
More information about the development review process: COMMUNITY PLANNING ASSOCIATION
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