Step-by-Step Guidance

Rebuilding a city's transportation system after a war requires a comprehensive and strategic approach. Here is a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable and resilient transportation system that supports a strong economy, a healthy environment, and the well-being of the community:

Step 1: Assess the Current Situation

Step 1a: Data Collection on Transportation, Land Use, and Population

Gather data on the current state of transportation infrastructure, including 

• Roads and bridges, including regional highways, metropolitan arterials, and local streets.  

• Public transit systems, including bus fleets, trains, terminals, airports, railways, and capacity/staffing for public transit system operations.   

• Cycling/walking paths.

• Freight network, including port facilities, freight terminals, freight fleets (land, water, and air), and capacity/staffing for freight network operations.  

Assess the population density and current and future land use to identify

• How the transportation system can support recovery activities. 

• Current and future economic activities growth areas.

• Traffic patterns, and travel demand.

• Deficiency in the current transportation network. 

See Appendix B - Tools for Data Collection 

Step 1b: Stakeholder Engagement

Consult with community members, local businesses, and relevant stakeholders to understand their transportation needs and preferences.

Best practice category: Community Engagement

Step 2: Develop Community Vision

Establish a comprehensive vision for the community including aspects such as the economy, land use, public facilities (such as schools, parks, and hospitals), and the transportation network. As part of this process, articulate a long-term vision for the transportation system that harmonizes with the broader development objectives of the city. Collaborate with regional and national entities to ensure consistency and compatibility of regional development.

Best practice category: Community Engagement, Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles, Infrastructure Investment Integration, Street Network Design, and Transit-Oriented Development 

Step 3: Plan for Multi-Modal Connectivity

Integrated Transportation Planning. Promote a multi-modal approach that integrates various transportation modes, including public transit, cycling, walking, and private vehicles. Important considerations at this step include: 

• Plan for seamless connectivity between different modes.

• Emphasizing public transit, cycling, and walking over private motor vehicle transportation. 

• Prioritize the development of a reliable and extensive public transit network, including buses, trams, and possibly rail systems.

• Align transportation plans with national policies and goals to ensure funding eligibility. 

Best practice category: Community Engagement, Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles, Bike-Friendly Infrastructure, Walkable Streets, Street Network Design, Context Sensitive Design, Minimizing Negative Impacts, Mobility Hubs, Streets as Places, and Transit-Oriented Development

Step 4: Infrastructure Rehabilitation and Development

Step 4a: Repair, Upgrade and Build New

Prioritize the repair and upgrade of damaged infrastructure. Focusing on critical transportation corridors. Integrate green and resilient transportation infrastructure elements where possible. 

Best practice category: Minimizing Negative Impacts, Resilient Transportation Infrastructure, 

Step 4b: Implement Smart Technologies

Implement start technologies in transportation, such as integrating intelligent traffic management systems to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion, developing digital platforms for transportation information (real-time transit updates, route planning apps, and smart parking solutions), and exploring opportunities for ridesharing and carpooling.

Best practice category: Smart Technologies, Parking Management, Shared Mobility

Step 4c: Prioritizing Equity 

Prioritizing equity in transportation investment is essential for fostering inclusive and sustainable urban development. By consciously directing resources to address the needs of underserved and marginalized communities, we can create a transportation system that bridges social and economic gaps. This involves ensuring that investments focus on enhancing accessibility to employment opportunities, education, healthcare, and other essential services in historically disadvantaged neighborhoods. 

Best practice category: Accommodating People of Disability, Prioritizing Transit Service, Prioritizing Transit Service for Underserved Communities, Community Engagement.