Supporting Documents (Data and Analysis) - Satellite Beach
Supporting Documents (Data and Analysis) - Satellite Beach
Supporting Documents (Data and Analysis) - Satellite Beach
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TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT<br />
Introduction<br />
Planning for safe <strong>and</strong> efficient movement of people, goods <strong>and</strong> services is important to the City of<br />
<strong>Satellite</strong> <strong>Beach</strong>. Such planning must be based on a future l<strong>and</strong> use concept <strong>and</strong> should provide for<br />
attractive neighborhoods; meet the service needs of businesses; provide for access to schools, parks,<br />
<strong>and</strong> community facilities; <strong>and</strong> accommodate traffic which passes through the City but which does<br />
neither serve the City’s residents, nor contributes to the City’s economy.<br />
The effects of motorized traffic can be undesirable if unsafe conditions or inadequate facilities are<br />
allowed to occur. However, roadways must not be extended, enlarged, or otherwise modified based<br />
solely on traffic needs. The impact on environmental <strong>and</strong> economic conditions must also be<br />
considered.<br />
Public transportation has the potential to play a significant role in exp<strong>and</strong>ing the capacity of existing<br />
roadways. Moreover, bicycle <strong>and</strong> pedestrian needs should be considered as essential components of<br />
the City’s overall circulation system. Increased bicycle <strong>and</strong> pedestrian traffic may reduce the rate of<br />
motorized traffic growth.<br />
The City of <strong>Satellite</strong> <strong>Beach</strong> is located on a barrier isl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> is constrained by its geography. The<br />
City’s surface transportation system is served by two north-south arterials <strong>and</strong> by several collector<br />
roadways. There are no limited access thoroughfares, airports, ports, or railroads within the corporate<br />
limits.<br />
Transportation Element<br />
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