Tempe Development Plan 2040

May 12, 2014 - Nancy Ryan spoke on the Tempe General Plan 2040.  Nancy discussed the Tempe 2040 plan up for a general vote on May 20. (It passed.) . The plan provides a guideline for the city council on zoning issues, transportation planning, and development. It is also linked to the Neighborhood Character Area efforts. The Tempe South Rotary club wrote up an endorsement of the plan as one that follows Rotary principles, and it was published as part of the voter information pamphlet. The most controversial part was the proposal to increase biking and walking options and the possible increase in traffic congestion as a result. As with anything, some people were against higher densities in downtown, while some approved. Overall, the Plan 2040 focused on neighborhoods and sustainability for a landlocked, college community with more jobs than residents.