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Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Get an overview of the Maryland Department of Planning, its structure and roles, and the State Development Plan "A Better Maryland." Explore planning services, data and research, coordination, and local training and assistance.

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Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

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  1. Maryland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Maryland Department of Planning November 9, 2018

  2. agenda • Agency Overview, Structure and Roles • State Development Plan “A Better Maryland.” • Local Planning Assistance • Transportation Planning Activities

  3. Planning Organizational Chart

  4. Planning Services Division • Planning Data & Research • Geospatial Data & Analysis • Property Mapping • Projections and State Data Center • Planning Coordination • Local Training and Assistance • Resource Conservation & Management • Infrastructure & Development

  5. A Better MarylandThe State Development Plan

  6. What is a State Development Plan • State law* says, (a) The Department (Planning) shall prepare and from time to time revise a plan or plans for development of the State. (b) The Department shall prepare the Plan to promote the general welfare and prosperity of the people of the State through the coordinated development of the State. *State Finance & Procurement Article 5-602

  7. A Better Maryland • Goals: • Enrich the lives of Marylanders • Use smart growth principles • Grow responsibly • Protect Maryland’s resources

  8. A Better Maryland: Objectives

  9. A Better MarylandVision Statement A Better Maryland is a dynamic, evolving plan that provides a framework to support a thriving economy and environmental stewardship. The plan supports collaboration among state and local governments and all other stakeholders, providing resources and tools for the long term economic success of Maryland

  10. Mapping Assets in Garrett County Explaining the Project in Queen Anne’s County Recording Staff Comments in Baltimore City Listening Sessions 72 meetings in every County and Baltimore City; all jurisdictional notes posted on website

  11. Local Planning Assistance

  12. Local Planning Assistance

  13. MDP’s Role in Transportation Planning- Statutory Authority Article-State Finance and Procurement §5-402 (h) • (1)  Review transportation plans and programs prepared by the Department of Transportation and regional planning agencies and make recommendations regarding the relationship between transportation and planned land use; and • (2)  Evaluate proposed transportation improvements and policies to assure consistency between transportation investments and the State Economic Growth, Resource Protection, and Planning Policy. • (i)   The Department may provide advice to local governments regarding the impact on growth and development of: • (1)   transportation components of local plans; • (2)   aspects of local land use regulation affecting transportation; and • (3)   local transportation improvements.

  14. Transportation Planning Activities • NEPA Project Review • State/Local and Regional Plan and Program Review • PFA Law/Planning Act Consistency Evaluation • Supporting infill, redevelopment and community revitalization throughout Maryland • Reinvest Maryland 2.0 Toolbox • Sustainable Growth Commission Awards • Transit Station Area Profile Tool

  15. thank you! • Scott Hansen • Scott.Hansen@Maryland.gov • 410.767.4611

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