Alternative Transportation Planning

Mapping the way to a more sustainable future

• Alternative Transportation Plan
• Alternative Transportation Plan overview
• Bloomington Active Living Biking and Hiking Guide
• Related Links
• For more information

Alternative Transportation Plan

On July 7, 2008, the Bloomington City Council approved the Alternative Transportation Plan with the primary goal of developing a comprehensive system for inter- and intra-city travel. The purpose of the plan is to enhance the quality of life in the City of Bloomington through strategic investments over time in multi-modal transportation features that meet the needs of individuals and families living, working and recreating in Bloomington. Click on the below link to view the plan.

• The City of Bloomington's Alternative Transportation Plan...

Alternative Transportation Plan overview

Alternative transportation includes, but is not limited to, walking, bicycling, personal transportation assistance devices and rollerblading - and their connections with transit (LRT and bus). A comprehensive alternative transportation system provides numerous benefits to the City including:

• More trails for hikers, bicyclists and naturalists to explore and enjoy.
• Improvements to existing trails, walkways and other pedestrian-level infrastructure.
• Improved connections for residents and employees to major destinations such as schools, transit, commercial areas and parks.
• A healthier, more vibrant future for generations to come.
• Bloomington has completed an Alternative Transportation Plan with the goal of developing a comprehensive system for inter- and intra-city travel.

Bloomington has completed an Alternative Transportation Plan with the goal of developing a comprehensive system for inter- and intra-city travel.

Bloomington Active Living Biking and Hiking Guide

The new Bloomington Active Living Biking and Hiking Guide is now available! The folded map-style guide provides detailed maps and information on the various on-road bikeways and off-road hiking and biking trails available in the city. State, regional, county and local facilities with city-wide significance and trails that meet design guidelines of the City are shown. Whether you're in the mood for a hike, an easy walk with the family, a leisurely bike ride, a challenging all-terrain trail, walking your dog or commuting to work on your bike, you can find a path to follow in Bloomington! Click on the link below to view the guide.

• Bloomington Active Living Biking and Hiking Guide (14MB, 2-page PDF)
  
  Note: The above PDF file is about 14MB in size. If you have difficulty downloading files this large, contact us using the contact information at the bottom of this page so that we can explore an alternate way to provide access to this file.

The Biking and Hiking Guide is available to pick up at no charge at the Bloomington Civic Plaza. The costs associated with compiling and printing the 5,000 copies of guide were covered through a State Health Improvement Program grant.

Additional on-road bikeways and off-road hiking and biking trails are planned. For more information, see the Alternative Transportation Plan.

Whoever you are – a commuter, a solitary traveler or someone looking to exercise with friends and family – explore Bloomington's biking and hiking trails. Get active! It's great for your body. And the fresh air and nature will soothe your mind and spirit.

Related links

• Design for Health
  (Supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota and the Metropolitan Design Center)
• Prevention Minnesota's efforts to increase physical activity
  (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota)

For more information, or if you have comments or suggestions
concerning Alternative Transportation Planning, contact:

Randy Quale
Bloomington Parks and Recreation Division Manager
PH: 952-563-8877
E-mail: parksrec@ci.bloomington.mn.us

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