Maryland Code, TRANSPORTATION 2-604
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(1) (i) Identifies short-term and long-range goals that are consistent with the purposes of this subtitle; and
(ii) For each identified goal, includes:
1. Reasonable cost estimates for achieving the goal; and
2. For purposes of the annual report required under § 3-216 of this article, objective performance criteria against which progress in achieving the goal can be measured;
(2) Complies with applicable federal funding requirements;
(3) Provides a model to guide political subdivisions of the State in enhancing bicycle and pedestrian access to transportation facilities;
(4) Proposes long-term strategies for improving the State’s highways to ensure compliance with the most advanced safety standards for pedestrians and bicycle riders; and
(5) After consultation with political subdivisions in the State, identifies bicycle-pedestrian priority areas to facilitate the targeting of available funds to those areas of the State most in need.
(b) The Statewide 20-Year Bicycle-Pedestrian Master Plan shall be reviewed and updated each year that the Maryland Transportation Plan, as described in § 2-103.1 of this title, is revised.
(c) To carry out the purposes of this subtitle, the Director shall:
(1) Participate in the planning of new transportation facilities and improvements to existing transportation facilities;
(2) Advise the Secretary on matters concerning bicycle and pedestrian access and any other matter as requested by the Secretary;
(3) Initiate a program of systematic identification of and planning for projects related to bicycle and pedestrian transportation that qualify for funds under Federal Highway Administration guidelines;
(4) Monitor State transportation plans, proposals, facilities, and services to ensure maximum benefits for pedestrians and bicycle riders in the State; and
(5) Consult regularly with the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee established under § 2-606 of this subtitle.
(d) The exercise of the powers and duties of the Director is subject to the authority of the Secretary.