THE TRANSFORMATIONAL MOBILITY NETWORK ( TMN )
Create an Integrated System
Transformational Mobility Network represents a program of investments to address our mobility needs and transform how people travel in Charlotte .
The Charlotte MOVES Task Force utilized the following principles to guide the development of the TMN :
1 IMPLEMENT OUR PLANS 2
LEARN FROM OTHERS
The TMN is fundamentally derived from our existing and ongoing plans and polices , with the goal of accelerating implementation .
The ongoing development of the Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan serves as the overall vision , establishing “ safe and equitable mobility ” as the cornerstone of Charlotte ’ s mobility policy goal .
Adopted and ongoing plans include :
• Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Strategic Energy Action Plan ( 2018 )
• CONNECT Beyond Regional Mobility Initiative
• Envision My Ride – Bus Priority Study
• CATS 2030 Transit Corridor System Plan ( 2019 )
• Envision My Ride ( 2018 )
• Charlotte MOVES Strategic Mobility Plan
• Charlotte Bikes ( 2017 )
• Charlotte Walks ( 2017 )
• Vision Zero Action Plan ( 2018 )
• Transportation Action Plan ( 2017 )
• Metropolitan Transportation Plan ( 2016 )
• Meck Playbook – Park & Recreation Master Plan
• Mecklenburg County Greenway Master Plan ( 2008 )
The TMN is informed by the lessons and experiences of peer communities that are facing similar mobility challenges , seeking new implementation strategies , and have experienced a range of success and failure .
These peer communities included Austin , TX ; Nashville , TN ; and Broward County , FL . Lessons learned included :
Vision . A multimodal vision that has “ something for everyone .”
Communication . Frequent and transparent communication with residents .
Collaboration . This occurs with and among stakeholders and funding partners .
Support . Building early and robust support for large-scale investments .
Clarity of Message . Clearly describing the community benefits .
26 WHAT | The Transformational Mobility Network