Seattle Bicycle Master Plan Implementation Plan 2015 2019 October 17, 2014
Seattles Bicycle Master Plan (BMP) identifies projects and programs to be implemented over the next 20 years in order to meet the goals of the plan. As part of this, the BMP calls for a connected network that includes approximately 100 miles of protected bicycle lanes and nearly 250 miles of neighborhood greenways. The BMP also identifies programs such as maintenance of existing facilities, bicycle parking, and programs to encourage more people to ride. The projects and programs identified in this implementation plan, when fully funded and combined with existing facilities, will result in nearly 35 percent of the protected bicycle lanes and 25 percent of the neighborhood greenways in the plan being complete, and will make significant progress towards implementing other aspects of the BMP.
Contents: 1. Purpose 2. Updates and Reporting 3. Prioritization 4. Project Delivery, Program Delivery and Public Engagement 5. Funding Assumptions 6. Staffing 7. Guide to Appendices Appendix 1: Project Delivery and Spending Summary Appendix 2: Implementation Maps Appendix 3: Project Lists Appendix 4: Strategies and Programs
1. Purpose This implementation plan describes the work that the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) and its partners will undertake to implement the Bicycle Master Plan (BMP) over the next five years. The implementation plan will be updated every year and is intended to: Serve as an accountability and reporting tool Provide predictability for stakeholders by including a multi-year project list Guide future budget requests
2. Updates and Reporting Consistent with Council Resolution 31515, the implementation plan will be updated annually by March 31 of each year. As part of the update, adjustments will be made to the project lists and maps to reflect changes in project schedules, project types, and to add or remove projects. For example, as noted in the BMPs project delivery discussion, after evaluating a protected bicycle lane recommended in the BMP for a particular street, SDOT may determine that a different facility type, such as a buffered bicycle lane or a parallel neighborhood greenway, would be preferable. This type of change would be documented in the annual update.
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Also consistent with Council Resolution 31515, as part of the annual implementation plan update, SDOT will prepare and submit to the City Council a progress report, reviewed and endorsed by the Seattle Bicycle Advisory Board (SBAB), covering the prior year's achievements. SDOT will also provide updates to the City Council and SBAB every six months on the status of projects, programs and actions in the implementation plan.
3. Prioritization The project lists included in this plan were developed using the prioritization criteria and methodology defined in the BMP. The BMP process includes quantitative scoring based on the plans five themes. The themes and the weighting factors are: Safety 40 points Connectivity 25 points Equity 20 points Ridership 10 points Livability 5 points
Based on these scoring criteria, the prioritization process assigns a point value to each project segment. Projects are then grouped into priority tiers: Tier 1 is made up of the highest scoring twenty percent, Tier 2 is the next twenty percent, and so on. The priority tier for each project is shown on the project lists.
The BMP also provides criteria for qualitative evaluation, including: Potential to leverage other projects Policy directives Community interest Geographic balance
In addition to the quantitative and qualitative criteria, the BMP also identifies as near-term priorities: High-demand segments of the citywide network, specifically in, and connecting to, the Center City area Neighborhood greenways in all neighborhoods
Other priorities reflected in this implementation plan are: Coordinating with other modal plans and resurfacing projects Building network connectivity Implementing programs
All of these factors were considered in developing the project lists for this implementation plan. The project lists are organized by facility type, including protected bicycle lanes, neighborhood greenways, other on-street projects, off-street (trails) and catalyst projects. The project lists will evolve as some projects are accelerated or decelerated based on changing conditions or opportunities. Project types may change within a corridor for example, due to grades or
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other constraints, a corridor might have a protected bicycle lane on one side of the street and a buffered bicycle lane on the other.
4. Project Delivery, Program Delivery and Public Engagement The project delivery process will follow the steps outlined in the BMP, which include evaluating alternatives, conducting a Complete Streets review, applying the Race and Social Justice Initiative equity toolkit, and engaging the public. The BMP established where bicycle facilities are needed and what type of facility is appropriate. Public outreach and engagement going forward will focus on soliciting community input to ensure that projects balance community interests.
SDOT has developed an effective public engagement process for neighborhood greenways and will adapt this process for other types of projects to be implemented as part of this plan.
The greenways process is built around two public meetings. Meeting invitations are mailed to residents and businesses in the project area and sent to local media outlets and community groups. At the first meeting, SDOT: Describes Seattles safety goals Defines the features of a typical greenway Shares traffic data about local streets Identifies general greenway route possibilities Gathers input from community members
At the second meeting, SDOT: Reviews project goals and objectives Shares the most promising route and the proposed safety improvements Gathers community input Describes next steps
Following the second public meeting, SDOT designs and builds the project. During the design phase, some additional smaller meetings may be held to address location-specific issues. Prior to construction, SDOT notifies adjacent properties of potential construction impacts.
This process has worked well for neighborhood greenways and will be adapted for protected bicycle lanes and other projects. Projects that are particularly complex may require additional work with stakeholders but the goal is to be able to take full advantage of the useful insights and perspectives that result from good public engagement, while also meeting our ambitious implementation goals.
The Second Avenue Protected Bicycle Lane Demonstration Project is an example of a project that was identified in the BMP and quickly implemented with paint, delineator posts and signal changes. By working collaboratively with stakeholders along the corridor, SDOT was able to address issues related to loading, valet services and transit operations during design. Once the
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project was implemented, SDOT monitored the corridor and made rapid adjustments to address safety and operational issues.
The strategies and programs in Appendix 4, including bicycle parking, education and encouragement programs, maintenance, and others, will include public engagement as appropriate.
5. Funding Assumptions The work planned for 2015 and 2016 is fully funded based on the amount in the Mayors Proposed Budget, combined with projected funds to be carried forward from 2014, and anticipated grants. For 2017 and beyond, the difference between estimated costs and total funding is shown in Appendix 1. Bicycle Master Plan implementation has historically been funded largely by the Bridging the Gap (BTG) levy, which expires at the end of 2015. Actual funding levels for future years will vary depending on the passage and priorities associated with a replacement funding source; the funding assumptions and work plan will be adjusted in future updates to reflect new information.
This plan assumes a mix of implementation strategies for example, some protected bicycle lane projects will be implemented with paint and delineator posts and some will involve more permanent infrastructure.
6. Staffing The Bicycle Master Plan calls for SDOT to evaluate the need for a bicycle coordinator position (Action 7.2.1). SDOT is addressing this by hiring an Active Transportation Program Manager to develop, manage and champion a leading-edge active transportation program that benefits users of all ages and abilities. The program manager will steer a matrix-managed team to deliver projects, programs and encouragement strategies that increase the number of trips accomplished by walking, biking and transit; increase safety and efficient mobility for non- motorized users; create active public spaces; and advance the Citys greenhouse gas reduction goals. The position was advertised early October and is being filled using existing funding and an existing position.
SDOT will implement the projects and programs in this plan using a combination of existing staff and consultants. No staffing changes beyond hiring the Active Transportation Program Manager are planned.
7. Guide to Appendices Appendix 1: Project Delivery and Spending Summary This appendix includes a summary of neighborhood greenway and protected bicycle lane project miles planned for implementation in 2015 through 2019, and a summary of planned spending and available funding. The total cost estimate line includes new bicycle facilities, as well as other projects and programs identified in this implementation plan such as bicycle parking, bicycle facility maintenance, spot improvements, and other work to advance the strategies in Appendix 4. Some projects that start in 2015 will carry forward into 2016.
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Appendix 2: Implementation Maps These maps show the projects planned for implementation in 2015 through 2019.
Appendix 3: Project Lists The project lists are sorted by project type and include each projects location, length, priority tier, geographic sector, and planned implementation year.
As noted above, adjustments will be made to the projects lists and maps as part of the annual update process to reflect changes in project schedules, project types, and to add or remove projects. Project schedules can be affected by coordination with other projects, environmental review, and myriad other factors. Project types may change based on the initial evaluation and outreach for a particular corridor, and some projects may begin one year and continue into the next.
Appendix 4: Strategies and Programs The appendix shows the programmatic actions SDOT will undertake starting in 2015 and continuing into future years. As part of the update and reporting process for this plan, SDOT will provide progress updates and identify additional strategies to be addressed.
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 5 YEAR TOTAL % Network Complete Total Protected Bike Lane Miles 7.1 7.5 6.1 5.8 6.2 32.7 34% Total Greenway Miles 12.1 3.9 15.7 11.6 8.8 52.1 25% Total Miles 19.2 11.4 21.8 17.4 15.0 84.8 Total Cost Estimate (1) $18.2 $11.2 $17.6 $13.8 $12.4 $73.2 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 5 YEAR TOTAL Funding from TC366760 BMP Implementation BMP Proposed CIP Budget $6.5 $2.3 $1.2 $1.2 $1.2 $12.4 Estimated Carry Forward (2) $7.9 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $7.9 Anticipated Grant Utilization (3) $0.9 $3.1 $2.0 $0.0 $0.0 $6.0 $15.3 $5.4 $3.2 $1.2 $1.2 $26.3 Funding from Other CIP Projects - BMP Impacting Dollars (4) TC367070 - Cheshiahud Lake Union Trail (5) $0.5 $2.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $2.5 TC367250 - Neighborhood Large Projects $0.6 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.6 TC367240 - Broadway Streetcar Extension (6) $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 TC367670 - PMP School Safety $0.0 $0.4 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.4 TC367330 - Waterfront Improvement Project (7) $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 TC367420 - 23rd Ave Corridor Improvements $4.2 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $4.2 $5.3 $2.4 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $7.7 Funding from Other O&M Projects - BMP Impacting Dollars (4) Bike Share $0.6 $0.6 Anticipated Low Income Bike Share Grant $0.4 $0.4 $1.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 $1.0 Total Funding $21.6 $7.8 $3.2 $1.2 $1.2 $35.0 Annual Estimated Funding/Cost Variance $3.4 ($3.4) ($14.4) ($12.6) ($11.2) ($38.2) Cumulative Funding/Cost Variance $3.4 $0.0 ($14.4) ($27.0) ($38.2) ($38.2) (1) Total Cost Estimate includes infrastucture and programs. (2) This is estimated carry forward budget authority from 2014 into 2015 to continue constructing projects. (3) $5M Center City Protected Bike Lane grant (status: recommended for award), $1M 7th Avenue Protected Bike Lane grant (status: $200K awarded, $800K recommended for award) (4) Dollars stated represent only the bike facility portion of each CIP project listed. (5) Westlake Cycle Track Project - miles (1.24) are included in 2015; at this time there is some uncertainty around cost to complete (6) Broadway Streetcar Bike Facilities - miles (0.57) are included in plan, costs and funding to be added when known (7) Waterfront Improvement Project - miles (0.84) are included in plan, costs and funding to be added when known Appendix 1 Funding Plan Cost Estimate Note regarding 2016-2019 BMP Implementation Funding: Historically largely funded by the BTG Levy, the future funding for this CIP project is unknown due to Levy expiration at the end of 2015, and therefore is not included in this table. Lake Uni on Gr ee n Lake L a k e W a s h i n g t o n E l l i o t t B a y P u g e t S o u n d 2015 Seattle Bicycle Master Plan Implementation 0 0.75 1.5 2.25 3 Miles U N IO N S T9 T H A V E 5 T H A V E B E L L
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M L K I N G J R W A Y S E DENNY WAY SW JUNEAU ST N 36TH ST 1 S T A V E S P R IN G S T NOTE: Rainier Ave Safety Corridor Study NOTE: Precise alignment subject to outcome of EIS NOTE: Center City Protected Bike Lane routes to be determined by study S E N E C A S T Appendix 3: Project Lists Note that the Center City projects will be evaluated in 2015 and specific routing may change. Primary Street Sector Tier Length Project Extents Implementation Year WESTLAKE AVE N n 2 1.24 W Raye St to Valley St 2015 DEXTER AVE n 2 0.45 Mercer Ave to 7th Ave 2015 UNIVERSITY BRIDGE ne 1 0.35 NE Campus Parkway to Fuhrman Ave E 2015 N 34TH ST ne 1 0.23 Fremont Ave N to Phinney Ave N 2015 NE RAVENNA BLVD/COWEN PL NE/15th AVE NE ne 1 1.10 E Greenlake Way N to NE 62nd St 2015 ROOSEVELT WAY NE ne 2 0.35 NE 45th St to University Bridge 2015 NE CAMPUS PARKWAY ne 4 0.90 15th Ave NE to Eastlake Ave NE 2015 S DEARBORN ST s 1 0.76 Rainier Ave S to 5th Ave S 2015 RAINIER AVE S s 1 1.40 Ithaca Pl S to city limits 2015 8TH AVE S s 3 0.10 S Kenyon St to S Portland St 2015 DELRIDGE WAY SW sw 1 0.25 SW Andover St to West Seattle Bridge 2015 2ND AV ET S c 1 0.21 Yesler Way to S Jackson St 2016 2ND AVE c 1 0.81 Broad St to Pike St 2016 7TH AVE c 2 0.69 Dexter Ave to Union St 2016 PIKE ST c 2 0.43 2nd Ave to 9th Ave 2016 UNION ST and CONVENTION PL c 2 0.46 2nd Ave to Pike St 2016 S ROYAL BROUGHAM WAY c 3 0.15 E Frontage Rd S to Occidental Ave S 2016 E PIKE ST e 1 0.51 9th Ave to Broadway 2016 BROADWAY E e 1 0.57 E Denny Way to E Aloha St 2016 N 130TH ST n 1 1.15 Linden Ave N (Interurban Trail) to 5th Ave NE 2016 PINEHURST WAY NE ne 3 0.50 Roosevelt Way NE to NE 117th St 2016 6TH AVE S s 3 0.41 S Forest St to S Spokane St 2016 GILMAN AVE W and 20TH AVE W w 4 1.41 32nd Ave W to Thorndyke Ave W 2016 W EMERSON PL w 1 0.16 Gilman Ave W to 21st Ave W 2016 4TH AVE c 1 1.67 Cedar St to S King St/2nd Ave Ext S 2017 5TH AVE c 1 0.68 Spring St to S King St 2017 M L KING JR WAY S e/s 1 2.42 E Union St to S McClellan St 2017 VALLEY ST n 2 0.25 9th Ave N to Fairview Ave N 2017 DEXTER AVE N and ROY ST n 2 0.18 Mercer Ave to Roy St and Roy St to 9th Ave 2017 NE 40TH ST ne 1 0.41 Brooklyn Ave NE to 7th Ave NE 2017 8TH AVE S s 1 0.50 S Kenyon St to S Trenton St 2017 STEWART ST and EASTLAKE AVE E c 2 0.57 7th Ave to Eastlake Ave E and Stewart St to Thomas St 2018 S ROYAL BROUGHAM WAY c 3 0.34 S Occidental St to 6th Ave S 2018 6TH AVE S c 3 0.17 S Dearborn St to S Royal Brougham St 2018 ALASKAN WAY c 1 0.62 Broad St to Virginia St 2018 Protected Bicycle Lanes Appendix 3 - Page 1 Note that the Center City projects will be evaluated in 2015 and specific routing may change. Primary Street Sector Tier Length Project Extents Implementation Year 9TH AVE N and BELL ST n 1 0.70 Westlake Ave N to 7th Ave 2018 N 34TH ST n 1 0.34 Fremont Ave E to Stone Way N 2018 RAVENNA PL NE ne 2 0.17 NE 55th St to Burke Gilman Trail 2018 4TH AVE S and SEATTLE BLVD S and AIRPORT WAY S s 1 0.51 2nd Ave Ext S to I-90 2018 12TH AVE S s 1 0.53 E Yesler Way to Golf Dr S 2018 AIRPORT WAY S s 1 1.37 S Spokane St to Corson Ave S 2018 12TH AVE S and S MASSACHUSETTS ST s 1 0.48 I-90 to S Massachusetts St and 12th Ave S to 13th Ave S 2018 1ST AVE c 2 0.18 E Denny Way to Broad St 2019 SPRING ST c 2 0.49 Alaskan Way to 7th St 2019 SENECA ST c 2 0.61 Alakan Way to 9th Ave 2019 BROAD ST c 2 0.22 Alaskan Way to 2nd Ave 2019 ALASKAN WAY c 1 0.84 Virginia St to S Jackson St 2019 EAST GREENLAKE WAY N n 1 0.56 N 50th St to Kenwood Pl N 2019 M L KING JR WAY S s 1 0.39 S Holly St to S Myrtle St 2019 S JACKSON ST s 1 0.64 20th Ave S to 31st Ave S 2019 M L KING JR WAY S s 1 0.38 S Myrtle St to S Kenyon St 2019 M L KING JR WAY S s 1 0.65 S Walden St to S Oregon St 2019 M L KING JR WAY S s 1 0.59 S Kenyon St to S Henderson St 2019 SW ADMIRAL WAY sw 1 0.61 California Ave SW to SW Olga St 2019 Implementation Year Total miles 2015 7.13 2016 7.46 2017 6.11 2018 5.81 2019 6.16 Protected Bicycle Lanes (continued) Appendix 3 - Page 2 Primary Street Sector Tier Length Project Extents Implementation Year E GALER ST e 1 2 E John st. to E Roanoke St 2015 17TH AVE NW nw 1 2.2 NW 90th St to Ballard Ave NW 2015 S MYRTLE ST s 1 0.9 37th Ave S/Chief Sealth Trail to Seward Park Ave S/Martha Washington Park 2015 22ND AVE s 1 1.7 S Jackson St to E John St 2015 26TH AVE S s 2 1.3 S Jackson St to Rainier Ave S 2015 21ST AVE SW sw 5 4 W Sea. Bridge Trail to Delridge Ave SW 2015 43RD AVE S s 1 3.9 S Mt. Baker Blvd to S Henderson St (3.9 mile long north-south greenway, alternative to Rainier Ave S) 2016 E COLUMBIA ST e 1 1.21 Broadway to 29th Ave 2017 E Union St e 1 0.51 Broadway to 9th Ave 2017 SPRUCE ST e 1 3.5 Broadway to Eastlake Ave E (3.5 mile long north-south greenway linking First Hill and Eastlake) 2017 N 100TH ST n 1 1.10 1st Ave NW to College Way N / North Seattle College 2017 NW 83RD ST nw 1 2.5 Loyal Way NW to Aurora Ave N 2017 S KING ST s 1 1.26 5th Ave S to 20th Ave S 2017 S SNOQUALMIE ST s 1 2.6 13th Ave S to MLK Jr Way 2017 34TH AVE SW sw 1 3 SW Roxbury St to 26th Ave SW 2017 MARION ST c 1 0.5 7th Ave to Broadway 2018 16TH AVE E e 1 2.8 Volunteer Park to Judkins Park 2018 1ST AVE NE ne 1 2.1 E Greenlake Way N to N 36th St 2018 S HILL ST s 1 1.7 13th Ave S to S Mt. Baker Blvd 2018 S MORGAN ST s 1 2.1 Beacon Ave S to Seward Park Ave S 2018 S FERDINAND ST s 1 2.4 Beacon Ave S to Lake Washington Blvd 2018 S DEARBORN ST / 29TH AVE e 1 2.8 23rd Ave S to E Madison St 2019 E DENNY WAY e 1 0.8 Broadway to 21st Ave E 2019 E PINE ST e 1 0.9 17th Ave E to 33rd Ave E 2019 N 36TH ST n 1 0.9 Fremont Ave N to Corliss Ave N 2019 NE 68TH ST ne 1 1.5 20th Ave NE to 50th Ave NE 2019 39TH AVE S s 1 1 S Myrtle Pl to S Kenyon St 2019 SW JUNEAU ST sw 1 0.9 48th Ave SW to 34th Ave SW 2019 Implementation Year Total miles 2015 12.1 2016 3.9 2017 15.7 2018 11.6 2019 8.8 Neighborhood Greenways Appendix 3 - Page 3 Other In-Street Projects Primary Street Sector Tier Length Project Extents Implementation Year PHINNEY AVE N n 1 0.50 N 43rd St to N 50th St 2015 N 43RD ST n 3 0.11 Phinney AVE N to Fremont Ave N 2015 RAINIER AVE S s 1 0.11 Ithaca Pl S to Seward Park Ave S 2015 BEACON AVE S s 1 0.35 14th Ave S to S Holgate st 2015 SW ADMIRAL WAY sw 3 1.15 California Ave SW to SW 63rd St 2015 Off-street Facilities Project Sector Tier Length Project Extents Implementation Year Port Side Trail (west side) c 2 0.62 S King St to S Atlantic St 2015 Duwamish Trail (Portland Ave S) s 3 0.56 W Marginal Way to 8th Ave S 2015 BGT "Missing Link" (pending outcome of EIS process) nw 2 1.36 11th Ave NW to Chittenden Locks 2017 SR-520 Bridge Trail ne 5 2.18 Montlake Blvd E to Eastside of water 2017 Catalyst Projects Implementation Year 2015 2015 2016 Project title Chelan Ave SW/W Marginal Way/Alki Trail/SW Marginal Way/Delridge ST/ SR-99 intersection - first phase University Bridge - north leg to Roosevelt Way NE/11th Ave NE and the University of Washington S Holgate St across I-5 Appendix 3 - Page 4
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Appendix 4: Strategies and Programs
The strategies from the Bicycle Master Plan (BMP) listed below will be advanced starting in 2015 and continuing in 2016 and 2017. The chapter headings refer to the chapter in the BMP where each strategy can be found. Additional strategies will be added from the BMP during the annual implementation plan update process.
Chapter 4: The Bicycle Network BMP Strategy Activity 4.1 4.6 Implement the bicycle facilities See project lists for projects that will be studied, designed, and implemented in 2015-2019. SDOT will continue to research and incorporate best practices, partner with other modes, and develop educational tools. 4.7 Implement upgrades of existing bicycle facilities Bicycle facilities upgrade projects will be identified through BMP project prioritization, and through safety corridor projects. Refer to strategy 7.3 and 7.13 for related work. 4.8 Install bicycle detection at traffic signals in every new bicycle facility, as well as with all street replacement projects SDOT will develop consistent bicycle detection standards by bicycle facility type, inventory existing detection on high priority bike facilities to determine upgrade needs, and develop a prioritized work plan for implementation. 4.10 Design all bicycle facilities to meet or exceed the latest federal, state and local guidelines This is SDOTs standard practice. In addition, the update of the Seattle Right-of-Way Improvements Manual will include bicycle facility design guidelines. 4.11 Improve bicycle safety and access at railroad and rail transit crossings and parallel facilities SDOT will conduct an inventory of all locations where bicycle facilities cross railroad and rail transit (streetcar and Link light rail) lines in 2015, and create a prioritized list of spot improvement projects. 4.12 4.15 Multimodal Corridor development SDOTs Multimodal Corridors Development Program will begin assessment of 10 corridors in 2014-2015. These corridors are noted on the list of protected bicycle lane projects that are being studied. 4.16 Update the curb space allocation priorities in the Comprehensive Plan update SDOT will work with the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) as the Comprehensive Plan is updated.
Chapter 5: End-of-trip facilities BMP Strategy Activity 5.1 Update the Seattle Municipal Code (SMC) bicycle parking requirements SDOT will work with DPD to review the existing language and identify proposed changes. 5.2 Develop a bicycle parking implementation program SDOT will develop a methodology to identify and prioritize high-demand locations for bicycle parking in 2015, and will complete a Client Assistance Memo (CAM) for installation of private bicycle racks in the public right-of-way. 5.5 Provide short- and long-term secure bicycle parking at high-capacity transit stations, transit hubs, and heavily-used bus stops SDOT will partner with other agencies to coordinate the development of long-term secure bicycle parking. Chapter 6: Programs
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BMP Strategy Activity 6.1 and 7.9 Develop a bicycle safety education program SDOT will continue to build upon existing safety educational and encouragement programs, and create new programs. As part of this SDOT will: Expand school bicycle safety education to two more schools per year (12 total in 2015) Assess feasibility and cost of including middle school and high school roadway safety education (as part of the School Road Safety plan) Research and assess the feasibility of laws requiring that all driver training and drivers license renewal processes cover bicycle facilities and safety Develop and distribute bicycle education materials to encourage a wide range of current and new riders throughout the city Engage with Seattle Public Schools to continue Safe Routes to School partnerships for traffic safety education and encouragement of walking and biking to school 6.3 Support improved access to bicycles and encouragement of bicycling opportunities SDOT will support access, education and encouragement programs by working with existing partners; Cascade Bicycle Club, schools, PTSA, Neighborhood Greenways, West Seattle Bike Connections, Puget Sound Bike Share, and others. SDOT will also support Summer Streets and other events that promote and encourage bicycling, and provide funding to support bike share access.
Chapter 7: Implementation Approach BMP Strategy Activity 7.1 and 7.2 Develop and strengthen procedures and processes for bicycle project delivery SDOT has a well-developed evaluation, design and public engagement process for neighborhood greenways. In 2015, SDOT will continue to use and refine this process, and will adapt it for other projects types such as protected bicycle lanes. In addition, SDOT will: Collect before and after data and complete perception surveys Developing guidelines for "pop-up" bicycle facilities Enhance data collection program by incorporating new technology 7.3 And 7.13 Review bicycle-related collisions, collision rates and frequencies over time and identify and implement safety strategies. Improve bicycle facilities as needed, based on performance criteria. SDOT will build on the existing collision review program and will: Analyze bicycle-involved collisions per facility type to identify trends, behaviors, and engineering solutions
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Create a data-driven process to identify spot and/or corridor improvement projects Develop a prioritized list of spot improvement projects 7.14 And 7.5 Create a multi-use trails upgrade and maintenance plan. Negotiate maintenance agreements with partners. SDOT will develop a trails upgrade and maintenance plan in 2015, which will guide future upgrades to the multi-use trails. 7.10 7.12 Maintain on-street and off-street bicycle facilities. Consider maintenance costs, procedures, and long-term funding mechanisms are a part of all new bicycle facility projects. Encourage people to report improvements requests to SDOT. To address maintenance, SDOT will: Create life-cycle costs per bicycle facility to better understand and gauge current and future maintenance needs Coordinate projects with Street Maintenance Paving plan Evaluate additional bike facility sweeping as part of the SPU/SDOT street sweeping program Complete 10 bike spot improvements in 2015 Continue to promote existing ways for people to report maintenance and improvements requests 7.17 Establish a broad-based funding approach SDOT will continue to research and pursue grants, and other funding opportunities.
Other Related Strategies and Actions Strategy Activity Develop and implement a process to evaluate turn on red restrictions, dual turns, and speed limit changes. This will be addressed as part of road safety work starting in late 2014 and continuing into 2015 and beyond.