RES2022-10 Eliminate Traffic Fatalities & Serious InjuriesTOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS
RESOLUTION 2022-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, TEXAS
SUPPORTING A VISION ZERO STRATEGY TO ELIMINATE TRAFFIC FATALITIES AND
SERIOUS INJURIES IN THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB.
WHEREAS, streets are the public realm and should be designed to a higher standard as beautiful, safe,
and comfortable places for all people, in order to equitably support the common good and the vision of
the Town of Trophy Club to provide an integrated multimodal transportation network that contributes
to the safety, health, economic vitality and quality of life of all residents; and
WHEREAS, major cities across the United States and four Texas cities, Austin, Dallas, Ft. Worth, and San
Antonio have adopted Vision Zero policies and are implementing Vision Zero Action Plans; and
WHEREAS, Vision Zero aims to achieve zero fatalities and zero serious injuries in the roadway, and has
successfully reduced fatalities and serious injuries in cities where it has been implemented; and
WHEREAS, fostering a safe environment for residents and visitors and prioritizing traffic safety are key
objectives in the Town's strategic plan; and
WHEREAS, non -automobile modes of transportation including walking, biking, golf carts, and public
transportation shall be included in transportation planning projects; and
WHEREAS, the desired outcome of the Complete Streets Policy is to create an equitable, balanced, and
effective transportation system where every transportation user can travel safely and comfortably, and
where sustainable transportation options are available to everyone; and
WHEREAS, all Town -owned new construction, reconstruction, resurfacing, restriping and rehabilitation
transportation projects in the public right-of-way including, but not limited to, streets and other
connecting pathways shall be designed, constructed, operated, and maintained so that all modes of
transportation allow all users to move safely, comfortably, conveniently and independently; and
WHEREAS, making roadways safer for vulnerable users is an important part of making the roadways
safer for everyone; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Trophy Club will develop a policy that specifies how transportation projects will
serve current and future land use. Transportation policies must take into account the current and
planned surroundings, such as buildings, parks, and trails to define current and expected transportation
needs; and
WHEREAS, Embracing Vision Zero through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach will lead to safer
communities, benefitting all users of the road. These calmer, safer streets will bring with them a
stronger sense of community and more vibrant economic centers:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF TROPHY CLUB, THAT:
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The Town of Trophy Club supports the Vision Zero goal of eliminating fatalities and severe
injuries from traffic crashes by supporting the development of a Vision Zero -based strategy and related
performance measures to achieve the goal.
Adopted this 23`d day of August, 2022.
ATTEST:
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Anita Otterson, Town Secretary F—
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J. Poid Dodd, III, Town Attorney
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