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.