File #: RES-25:014    Version: 1 Name: CREATING THE JONESBORO MULTI-MODAL CONNECTIVITY COMMITTEE
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 2/12/2025 In control: Nominating and Rules Committee
On agenda: Final action: 3/4/2025
Title: AN RESOLUTION CREATING THE JONESBORO MULTI-MODAL CONNECTIVITY COMMITTEE
Sponsors: Mayor's Office, Engineering, Parks & Recreation

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AN RESOLUTION CREATING THE JONESBORO MULTI-MODAL CONNECTIVITY COMMITTEE

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WHEREAS, in 2018 the City of Jonesboro first created a temporary committee to develop a base plan for non-vehicular transportation which resulted in the One Jonesboro Master Connectivity Plan; and 

WHEREAS, in 2023 the connectivity committee was revived in order to further plan and prioritize pedestrian infrastructure projects around the city; and

WHEREAS, The City of Jonesboro intends to continue prioritizing pedestrian safety as an essential component of quality of life for Jonesboro residents and visitors and believes that a codified commission will help ensure long-term continuity and growth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS:

Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Jonesboro, Arkansas hereby creates the Jonesboro Multi-Modal Connectivity Committee.

Section 2.  Board of Directors, Membership, Terms of Office: One member shall be the Mayor or the Mayor's designee. Should the Mayor designate a member, said member shall serve at the pleasure of the Mayor. The remaining members, and the commission chair, shall be qualified electors of the City of Jonesboro recommended by the Mayor to the City Council for consideration and appointment.  Members of the commission shall serve a term of two (2) years. Membership shall consist of at least one (1) Jonesboro City Council Member and one (1) delegate on behalf of Arkansas State University.

Section 3. The quorum to hold an official meeting in which a vote is taken is 50 percent attendance by appointed members in an active appointment term. Any votes taken by the committee shall be based on the majority of members present at the time of a vote provided minimum quorum requirements are satisfied. The Chairperson may exercise his or her right to vote at any time.

Section 4. The Jonesboro Multi-Modal Connectivity Committee shall hold regular monthly meetings that will be announced to the public in compliance with local and state disclosure guidelines.

PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 4TH DAY OF MARCH 2025.