While a walking strategy or action plan should reflect local conditions, there will be common features in them all. The common elements are outlined below:
Table: Common elements in walking strategies and action plans
Background |
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The existing walking environment |
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Vision |
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Objectives and desired outcomes |
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Actions |
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Funding |
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Monitoring performance and targets |
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Partnership /consultation |
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Victoria Walks (2013)[1] provides suggested contents and form for a good walking strategy. A Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan (PAMP)[2] is a structured method developed in Australia to develop a walking action plan.
[1] Victoria Walks. (2013). Developing a Walking Strategy: A Guide for Councils(external link)
[2] Roads and Traffic Authority NSW. (2002). How to prepare a pedestrian access and mobility plan; An easy three stage guide(external link)