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2020-07-10 COMPASSCommunities in Motion 2040 2.0 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 2.0 (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 2.0 goals. Recommendations The proposal would provide housing nearby employment centers and retail options, which can mitigate the increase of single occupancy vehicle trips generated on the transportation system and encourage non-motorized travel. The higher density is supportive of nearby future bus service. ValleyConnect 2.0 has identified this area as a development node that will connect to both local and regional transit services. Please reach out to Valley Regional Transit to determine what transit facilities would be most appropriately associated with this proposal. The proposal includes several pathways along Ten Mile Creek which are critical to provide a future, safe, accessible pedestrian option to Peregrine Elementary School and to transit. More information about COMPASS and Communities in Motion 2040 2.0: Web: www.compassidaho.org Email info@compassidaho.org More information about the development review process: http://www.compassidaho.org/dashboard/devreview.htm Development Name: TM Center Agency: Meridian CIM Vision Category: Mixed Use New households: TBD New jobs: TBD Exceeds CIM forecast: TBD 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. Farmland consumed: Yes Farmland within 1 mile: 790 acres Housing within 1 mile: 1,590 Jobs within 1 mile: 1,580 Jobs/Housing Ratio: 1.0 Nearest bus stop: 0.2 miles Nearest public school: 1.2 miles Nearest public park: 1.3 miles Nearest grocery store: 2.5 miles CIM Corridor: Ten Mile Road Pedestrian level of stress: R Bicycle level of stress: R 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. Residents who live or work less than ½ 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. 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. Nearest police station: 3.5 miles Nearest fire station: 1.9 miles 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.