SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE
Meeting Date: May 12, 2025
Subject: RECEIVE report on County Progress in Achieving Active Transportation Goals and Implementing Programs and PROVIDE DIRECTION, as needed.
Submitted For: John Kopchik || Director | DCD
Department: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT
Presenter(s): Jody London and Jamar Stamps | DCD; Joe Smithonic | PW; Emily Warming | Contra Costa Health
Contact: Jody London | (925) 655-2815
Referral History:
In November 2024, the Board of Supervisors adopted the 2024 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). The CAAP adopts goals and actions to make Contra Costa County a cleaner, healthier place to live and work.
The CAAP identifies the primary sources in Contra Costa County of pollution from greenhouse gas emissions. The main source that is within the County’s control is emissions from the transportation sector, accounting for 47% of emissions. The CAAP sets goals for reducing emissions from the transportation sector including Improve the viability of walking, biking, zero emission commuting, and using public transit for travel within, to, and from the county.
Referral Update:
The County has adopted policies that promote active transportation and safe routes for bicyclists and pedestrians, including Complete Streets (2016), Vision Zero (2022), and Active Transportation Plan (2022). Contra Costa Health operates behavioral programs that focus on preventing injuries and promoting active transportation. The attached presentation provides more detail on the County’s work to achieve its goals for safe walking and bicycling.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
RECEIVE report on County Progress in Achieving Active Transportation Goals and Implementing Programs and PROVIDE DIRECTION, as needed.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
The County is actively seeking grants and other funds to support implementation of its active transportation goals. This report is informational and does not request any funds.