Active transportation refers to any form of human-powered transportation such as:
Walking
Cycling
In-Line Skating
Skateboarding
Travel by Wheelchair
Active transportation planning helps to:
Provide Travel Options
Relieves Traffic Congestion
Reduces Air Pollution and Fuel Consumption
Promotes Physical Activity and Health
Improves Quality of Life
The Pierce County Comprehensive Plan promotes the development of a connected active transportation system. It also highlights programs and resources to encourage and enable active transportation modes. The Puget Sound region’s Active Transportation Plan is one of the main resources used to create Pierce County’s plan.
Pacific Avenue SR-7 Corridor Consolidated Capital Improvement Plan
The Pierce County Council recognizes the Pacific Avenue SR-7 Corridor as a high priority area for future capital facility investments. The Pacific Avenue SR-7 Corridor Consolidated Capital Improvement Plan analyzes the public facilities needed within the corridor to support the achievement of the Pierce County Comprehensive Plan’s vision and goals for this area. It was developed at the request of the County Council and compiles information from existing documents.