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Greater Washington 2050. COG’s A Regional Action Plan for the 21 st Century. Why plan for 2050?. 2 million more people by 2050. Source: Chris Powers. Region Forward Building Blocks. 1998. 2002. 2005. 2008. Scenario Workshop. Public Survey. Region Forward. Goals Targets
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Greater Washington 2050 COG’s A Regional Action Plan for the 21st Century
2 million more people by 2050 Source: Chris Powers
Region Forward Building Blocks 1998 2002 2005 2008
Scenario Workshop Public Survey
Region Forward • Goals • Targets • Indicators • Compact
Livability Accessibility Sustainability Prosperity
Regional Goals: Land Use Transportation Environment Climate & Energy Economic Housing Health Education Public Safety
Accessibility Transportation Goal A transportation system that maximizes community connectivity and walkability, and minimizes ecological harm to the region & world beyond
Sustainability Climate & Energy Goal Efficient public and private use of energy region-wide, with reliance upon renewable energy and alternative fuels for buildings, vehicles, and public transportation
Prosperity Education Goal Make our region a pre-eminent knowledge hub, through educational venues, workforce development, and institutional collaboration
Livability Health Goal Healthy Communities with greater access to quality health care and a focus on wellness and prevention
TARGETS & INDICATORS 2050 2020 2012 Measuring Regional Progress
Accessibility 2020: Housing + Transportation Cost in Activity Centers will not exceed 45% of AMI Capture 75% of commercial construction & 50% of households in Activity Centers Tysons Corner All Regional Activity Centers will have transit
Sustainability By 2025 achieve 100% of Chesapeake Bay Water Quality Goals By 2020 All new residential & commercial buildings LEED Silver 2014 Regional air quality will improving beyond federal standards
Prosperity Improve access to vocational training Median wage growth exceeds inflation
Livability Beginning in 2012, 80% of new or preserved affordable housing units in activity centers Reduce bike/ped fatalities
Compact The Greater Washington 2050 Compact sets forth a common vision for the National Capital Region at mid-century and the goals that define that vision.
Public Comment 393 Total Comments 154 - CSG Form Language 67 - NVTA Form Language 65 - Wash. Airport Task Force Form Language
Revisions Based on Feedback • Improve mention of multi-modal connections between activity centers • Improve mention of green infrastructure open space & parks • Improve mention of airport accessibility, passengers, goods, services, & cargo • Clarify housing targets, define affordability, reflect rehab and preservation efforts • Include mention of regional geographic disparities • Decrease job growth & GRP targets based on historic trends • Revise air quality target based on final MWAQC approval
COG Board Resolution R9-10 • With approval, COG will seek endorsement of Region Forward by all 21 member governments • At the same time, COG will also continue outreach and seek support from non-governmental stakeholders
MDPC Reorganization Baseline Analysis Update Regional Activity Centers Enhanced Region Forward Web Site Implementation Strategies Progress Reports Public Survey 2010 2011 2012