Connectivity Strategy

Strengthen connections at multiple levels to reestablish regional identity, create strong north-south & east-west corridors, and support neighborhoods.

Opportunities to Improve Connectivity

1. Improve highway interchanges to reconnect with regional neighbors.
2. North-south corridors, create a stronger sense of community connection to Cedar Rapids for far-north and far-south neighborhoods
3. East-west corridors, create vibrant downtown character inclusive of both river banks.
4. “Neighborhood connector” streets provide focus for improvements and strengthen neighborhood identities.
5. Explore reuse of Fourth Street Rail Corridor as a pedestrian and/or transit corridor.
6. First Avenue Signature Street with strong retail and pedestrian activity.
7. Pursue phased opportunities to establish transit infrastructure
8. Develop street hierarchy consistent with adjacent land uses
9. Resolve conflict zones between rail, vehicle, and pedestrians.