HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 06 07 AIS WS DPW Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Preliminary Design ConceptsAGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Meeting Date: 6/7/2016
Meeting Type: Work Session
Staff Contact/Dept.: Emma Newman/DPW Staff Phone No: 541-726-4585
Estimated Time: 40 minutes
S P R I N G F I E L D PLANNING COMMISSION Council Goals: Maintain and Improve Infrastructure and
Facilities ITEM TITLE: Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project Preliminary Design Concepts
ACTION REQUESTED:
Conduct a work session discussion with staff on the preliminary design concepts developed for this project. Commission feedback and suggestions will be included
in future design concept revisions presented to Council.
ISSUE STATEMENT:
The Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project preliminary design concepts are in large part a
result of the collaboration between staff and consultants at Alta Planning+Design
(see Attachment 1). The project and design concepts are currently in the middle of the first round of outreach soliciting the community’s feedback and preferences.
Staff would like to combine the community input on the options and treatments
proposed in the Preliminary Design Concepts with the feedback and suggestions provided by the Planning Commission (6/7 work session) and City Council (6/13
work session) to help inform the next round of revisions which will lead to a final
concept.
ATTACHMENTS: Attachment #1: Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Preliminary Design Concepts
Attachment #2: Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Communications Plan Attachment #3: Virginia-Daisy Bikeway FAQ Sheet Attachment #4: Summary of Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Open House 5/25/2016
DISCUSSION:
The Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project is primarily funded through a grant by the
ODOT Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee Transportation Enhancement Program. The project is located on Virginia Avenue and Daisy Street from 32nd to
Bob Straub Parkway. A full description of the project background was included in
the May Planning Commission Communication Packet project update.
Project Principles
The Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project established the following principles to guide
the project from start through to completion:
The City of Springfield is committed to providing safe transportation
options. The goal of the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project is to provide a safe and comfortable bicycle corridor that can be used by people of all ages and
abilities.
The design of the bikeway should enhance the overall appeal of the corridor
for all users, improve pedestrian safety and usage, and provide traffic
calming for automobiles to emphasize active transportation along the street and enhance the neighborhood feel.
There will be multiple ways for the Springfield community to receive and seek project information and provide input on the project; specifically the
design of the bikeway.
Preliminary Design Concepts
The Preliminary Design Concepts (Attachment 1) include a variety of different
design treatments. The proposed treatments prioritize improving safety at the 42nd
and Daisy St intersection, creating a corridor that will ensure neighborhood appropriate speeds, and incorporating bicycle infrastructure that is appropriate and
proportional to the conditions created by traffic counts at different locations along
the corridor. The project assessed parking utilization along the corridor (see page 18 of Attachment 1 for Parking Utilization Analysis) and proposed treatments that
maintain on street parking facilities in the areas where on street parking was observed. The design concept also incorporates improvements to the pedestrian environment, including filling in existing sidewalk gaps and upgrading ramps to
ADA standards. Please see Attachment 1 Preliminary Design Concepts for full details.
Outreach and Corridor Feedback The Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project has a comprehensive Communications Plan
(Attachment 2) that describes the extent of outreach being conducted for the project, including postcards, open houses, project website, media advisories, in-
person meetings, tabling and neighborhood events, and more. The project FAQ
sheet (Attachment 3) is also available via the project website (http://www.springfield-or.gov/dpw/Virginia-DaisyBikewayProject.htm).
The project hosted the first open house on May 25th at Mt. Vernon Elementary School. Approximately 35 people, mostly corridor residents, attended this open
house and provided a variety of thoughtful responses to the design concepts as well
as identifying neighborhood concerns. (A full summary of the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway feedback received from the open house is included in Attachment 4). The
most frequently mentioned issues or preferences focused on the following elements:
Overall, the neighbors along the corridor indicated that the Preliminary Design Concepts are on the right track. Initial feedback included concerns
about on street parking being removed, but after discussion with staff and
understanding that most of the parking is being maintained, many people felt comfortable with the preliminary design concepts.
42nd and Daisy is recognized as an intersection that needs safety improvements, specifically with the poor visibility created by the curve
leading into the intersection from the south. Opinions varied about the preferred treatment, but feedback favored either a roundabout or full traffic signal design option.
People expressed concern about the tree wells with regards to visibility and maintenance.
In addition to community outreach, project staff met with Fire and Life Safety and Police to review the design concepts and identify any potential impacts on the
provision of emergency services. All of the designs treatments and options under consideration enable emergency vehicles to respond and the traffic calming elements could assist police officers working along the corridor.
STOPSTOPVIRGINIA AVENUESOUTH 34TH STREETSOUTH 32ND STREETWillamalane Sports ComplexVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS150’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Virginia Avenue: 32nd Street to 34th StreetAt S 32nd Ave: The crossing would be enhanced with high visibility markings and rapid fl ash beacons to create a low-stress crossing with a high rate of yielding.See next sheet for intersection design.The preferred bikeway type on Virginia Avenue to 34th St is a bicycle boulevard with shared lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of frequent shared lane markings. These markings indicate to all users to expect people on bikes in the roadway, and help instruct people bicycling to ride in the center of the roadway to increase visibility and avoid car doors. No centerline would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the parking lanes from the travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness. Added Tree Canopy:Within the parking lane, tree planting areas would be added to increase canopy and defi ne the edges of the street. Locations are schematic only, but based on existing parking needs and lack of existing tree canopy. On-Street Tree PlantersADA Accessibility:All curb ramps along the corridor will be evaluated for ADA accessibility and necessary upgrades.Attachment 1, Page 1 of 18
VIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS220’10’0’40’30’32ND STREET INTERSECTION SIMULATION (FACING SOUTH) Virginia Avenue: 32nd Street Intersection32ND STREET INTERSECTION DESIGNRapid fl ashing beacons facing S 32nd Ave would promote yielding to people crossing the street.People on bicycles on Virginia Ave would ramp up to a shared-use path at the crossing, and cross adjacent to pedestrians in the crosswalk. People on bicycles would also have the option to navigate the intersection as a vehicle in the travel lanes.Median safety islands would provide added safety and comfort for people walking and biking across the street.Mixing zones would be created on all four corners of the intersection. These are areas where people biking and walking would be able to navigate around the intersection separated from motor vehicle traffi c. These areas are delineated with specialty pavement to indicate that these areas are for slow and safe travel. Attachment 1, Page 2 of 18
SOUTH 37TH STREETVIRGINIA AVENUESOUTH 35TH STREETVIRGINIA AVENUEVIRGINIA AVENUEVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS350’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Virginia Avenue: 35th Street to 37th StreetThe preferred bikeway type on Virginia Avenue to 37th St is a bicycle boulevard with shared lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of frequent shared lane markings. These markings indicate to all users to expect people on bikes in the roadway, and help instruct people bicycling to ride in the center of the roadway to increase visibility and avoid car doors. No centerline would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the parking lanes from the travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.At S 37th St: The stop sign would be fl ipped to favor Virginia Ave.At S 35th St : A mini roundabout would be added to create bicycle-compatible travel speeds.Added Tree Canopy:Within the parking lane, tree planting areas would be added to increase canopy and defi ne the edges of the street. Locations are schematic only, but on existing parking needs and lack of existing tree canopy.Attachment 1, Page 3 of 18
SOUTH 40TH STREETSOUTH 4OTH STREETVIRGINIA AVENUESOUTH 39TH PLACESOUTH 38TH STREETVIRGINIA AVENUEVIRGINIA AVENUEVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS450’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Virginia Avenue: 38th Street to 40th StreetThe preferred bikeway type on Virginia Avenue to 40th St is a bicycle boulevard with shared lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of frequent shared lane markings. These markings indicate to all users to expect people on bikes in the roadway, and help instruct people bicycling to ride in the center of the roadway to increase visibility and avoid car doors. No centerline would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the parking lanes from the travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.At S 38th St: The stop sign would be fl ipped to favor Virginia Ave. A narrowed raised crossing with curb extensions would be added to promote yielding to crossing pedestrians and to help deter speeding through the neighborhood.Curb extensions could also function as stormwater planters to capture and treat water before entering channels on 38th.At S 40th St: Mini median islands would be added to slow traffi c and provide refuge for pedestrians crossing the street. Added Tree Canopy:Within the parking lane, tree planting areas would be added to increase canopy and defi ne the edges of the street. Locations are schematic only, but based on existing parking needs and lack of existing tree canopy. Attachment 1, Page 4 of 18
VIRGINIA AVENUESOUTH 41ST PLACESOUTH 41ST STREETVIRGINIA AVE 4037-4053VIRGINIA AVENUEVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS550’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Virginia Avenue: 41st Street to 41st PlaceAt S 41St : A mini roundabout would be added to create bicycle-compatible travel speeds.Average Daily Traffi c = 1,075 VehiclesAdded Tree Canopy:Within the parking lane, tree planting areas would be added to increase canopy and defi ne the edges of the street. Locations are schematic only, but based on existing parking needs and lack of existing tree canopy. The preferred bikeway type on Virginia Avenue to 41st Pl is a bicycle boulevard with shared lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of frequent shared lane markings. These markings indicate to all users to expect people on bikes in the roadway, and help instruct people bicycling to ride in the center of the roadway to increase visibility and avoid car doors. No centerline would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the parking lanes from the travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.Sidewalk Infi ll:New concrete sidewalk added to fi ll in gaps along corridor. Attachment 1, Page 5 of 18
SOUTH 43RD PLACESOUTH 43RD STREETSOUTH 42ND STREETSOUTH 42ND PLACEDAISY STREETVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS650’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Daisy Street: 42nd Street to 43rd PlaceAt S 42 St: Intersection design options are proposed to improve safety, yielding and crossing comfort for users.See detailed designs of intersection options on the following pages.The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to 43rd Pl is bicycle lanes.Due to higher traffi c volumes, a separated bicycling facility is necessary. Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of one consolidated parking lane, bike lane stripes, and bike lane markings to distinguish bike lanes from the general purpose travel lanes. No center lane would be provided to encourage motor vehicles to give extra distance while passing people biking.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the consolidated parking lane from the bicycle and travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.Identifi cation of consolidated parking lane is based on existing parking utilization levels combined with gaps in tree canopy. Street modifi cation:Parking would be consolidated to the higher-demand side of the street.Bicycle lanes would be added for the safety and comfort of people bicycling.Street modifi cation:Curb extension with possible stormwater treatment. See photo of potential treatment below.Average Daily Traffi c = 3,357 VehiclesAccessway:Possible bike accessway improvement for people biking north on 42nd heading east on Daisy. Property LineAttachment 1, Page 6 of 18
VIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS7 Daisy Street: 42nd Street Intersection Options20’10’0’40’30’42ND STREET INTERSECTION SIMULATION42ND STREET INTERSECTION DESIGN OPTION 1(ROUNDABOUT)A compact roundabout would create slow circulation speeds through the intersection for all street approaches and greatly improve the safety of the intersection compared to existing conditions.People bicycling would be permitted to travel within the roundabout with motor vehicles, or to enter onto a shared use path and cross adjacent to pedestrians.Mixing zones would be created on all four corners of the roundabout. These are areas where people biking and walking would be able to navigate around the intersection separated from motor vehicle traffi c. These areas are delineated with specialty pavement to indicate that these areas are for slow and safe travel. Attachment 1, Page 7 of 18
VIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS820’10’0’40’30’ Daisy Street: 42nd Street Intersection Options42ND STREET INTERSECTION DESIGN OPTION 2A(FULL SIGNAL & BIKE BOXES)42ND STREET INTERSECTION OPTION 2B(PEDESTRIAN HYBRID BEACON)A full traffi c signal would control traffi c on both streets. A red traffi c signal would stop traffi c on 42nd Ave, while a green signal would tell people on foot, on bike or in cars that they can safely and comfortably cross the street.Green bike boxes would provide a dedicated waiting space for people on bikes in advance of the intersection. This would create a prioritized space in front of motor vehicle traffi c, and would allow people on bikes to go fi rst on a green signal indication. Right turns on red from Daisy St would be prohibited in this option.People on bikes would activate the signal via loop detectors or video detection.Curb extensions on all four corners reduce crossing distances for pedestrians. A Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) would control motor vehicle traffi c on S 42nd Ave and indicate to people biking and walking when it is safe to cross. A stop sign would control motor vehicle traffi c on Daisy St.Curb extensions on all four corners reduce crossing distances for pedestrians. 42ND STREET INTERSECTION SIMULATIONAttachment 1, Page 8 of 18
VIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS9 Daisy Street: 42nd Street Intersection Options20’10’0’40’30’42ND STREET INTERSECTION DESIGN OPTION 3(PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE SIGNAL)A full traffi c signal would control traffi c on S 42nd Ave. A red traffi c signal would stop traffi c on 42nd Ave, while a bicycle and pedestrian signal head would tell people on foot or on bike when to safely cross the street.A stop sign would control motor vehicle traffi c on Daisy St.Right-turn islands on Daisy St. would require that people driving turn right when entering S 42nd. Emergency vehicles would be capable of travelling straight through the intersection if necessary.Attachment 1, Page 9 of 18
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SOUTH 44TH STREETDAISY STREETDAISY STREETSOUTH 44TH STREETVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1050’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Daisy Street: 44th Street to 46th StreetStreet modifi cation:Parking would be consolidated to the higher-demand side of the street.Bicycle lanes would be added for the safety and comfort of people bicycling.Added Tree Canopy:Within the parking lane, tree planting areas would be added to increase canopy and defi ne the edges of the street. Locations are schematic only, but based on existing parking needs and lack of existing tree canopy. Street modifi cation:A mini-median island would be added to slow traffi c and keep cars in the proper lane through the bend in the roadway. Street modifi cation:Curb extension with possible stormwater planter treatment. The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to 46th St is bicycle lanes.Due to higher traffi c volumes, a separated bicycling facility is necessary. Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of one consolidated parking lane, bike lane stripes, and bike lane markings to distinguish bike lanes from the general purpose travel lanes. No center lane would be provided to encourage motor vehicles to give extra distance while passing people biking.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the consolidated parking lane from the bicycle and travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.Identifi cation of consolidated parking lane is based on existing parking utilization levels combined with gaps in tree canopy. Attachment 1, Page 10 of 18
SOUTH 47TH STREETSOUTH 47TH STREETSOUTH 46TH STREETDAISY STREETDAISY STREETVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1150’25’0’ 100’ 200’ Daisy Street: 46th Street to 47th StreetKEY FEATURESStreet modifi cation:Parking would be consolidated to the higher-demand side of the street.Bicycle lanes would be added for the safety and comfort of people bicycling.At 46th Street: A narrowed raised crossing would be added to promote yielding to crossing pedestrians, as well as reduce speeding along the corridor.The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to 47th St is bicycle lanes.Due to higher traffi c volumes, a separated bicycling facility is necessary. Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of one consolidated parking lane, bike lane stripes, and bike lane markings to distinguish bike lanes from the general purpose travel lanes. No center lane would be provided to encourage motor vehicles to give extra distance while passing people biking.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.A portion of this segment features light colored concrete paving. On this section, markings will use high-contrast black backing with all white colored markings to enhance visibility.Identifi cation of consolidated parking lane is based on existing parking utilization levels combined with gaps in tree canopy. RecommendationAttachment 1, Page 11 of 18
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D CAMELLIA STREETSOUTH 48TH STREETDAISY STREETDAISY STREETVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1250’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Daisy Street: Weyerhauser Haul Road to Camellia StAdded Tree Canopy:Within the parking lane, tree planting areas would be added to increase canopy and defi ne the edges of the street. Locations are schematic only, but based on existing parking needs and lack of existing tree canopy. At S Weyerhaeuser Rd: A narrowed raised crossing would be added to promote yielding to people on foot and people biking, as well as reduce speeding along the corridor.The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to Camellia St is a bicycle boulevard with shared lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of frequent shared lane markings. These markings indicate to all users to expect people on bikes in the roadway, and help instruct people bicycling to ride in the center of the roadway to increase visibility and avoid car doors. No centerline would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the parking lanes from the travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.A portion of this segment features light colored concrete paving. On this section, markings will use high-contrast black backing with all white colored markings to enhance visibility.Attachment 1, Page 12 of 18
SOUTH 49TH PLACESOUTH 49TH PLACE"5090-5136""4930-4954"CAMELLIA STREETDAISY STREETDAISY STREETBluebelle ParkAverage Daily Traffi c = 1,514 VehiclesVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1350’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Daisy Street: Camellia St to Daisy Street Cul-de-SacAt S 49th Pl: Mini roundabout would be added to provide placemaking and to encourage people to drive at bicycle-compatible speeds.Added Tree Canopy:Within the parking lane, tree planting areas would be added to increase canopy and defi ne the edges of the street. Locations are schematic only, but based on existing parking needs and lack of existing tree canopy. The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to Daisy St Cul-de-Sac is a bicycle boulevard with shared lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of frequent shared lane markings. These markings indicate to all users to expect people on bikes in the roadway, and help instruct people bicycling to ride in the center of the roadway to increase visibility and avoid car doors. No centerline would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the parking lanes from the travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.Attachment 1, Page 13 of 18
SOUTH 53RD STREETDAISY STREETDAISY STREETSOUTH 52ND PLACESOUTH 53RD STREETSOUTH 52ND STREETSOUTH 51ST PLACESOUTH 51ST PLACEVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1450’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Daisy Street: 51st Place to 53rd Street At S 51st Pl: A mini roundabout would be added to encourage drivers to travel at bicycle-compatible speeds.Curb ramps and concrete sidewalk added to the north east corner. At S 52nd St: Sidewalks would be added to the north side of Daisy and the planter strip would be removed from the south side. At S 53rd St: A narrowed raised crossing would be added to promote yielding to crossing pedestrians. This replaces the existing crosswalk to the east. The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to 53rd St is a bicycle boulevard with shared lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of frequent shared lane markings. These markings indicate to all users to expect people on bikes in the roadway, and help instruct people bicycling to ride in the center of the roadway to increase visibility and avoid car doors. No centerline would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Optional design elements could include colored pavement to diff erentiate the parking lanes from the travel lanes.Other elements could include curb extensions, raised crosswalks, and mini-roundabouts as needed to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.Attachment 1, Page 14 of 18
VIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1553RD STREET SIMULATION: RAISED CROSSWALK WITH RED ASPHALT PARKING AREAS53RD STREET SIMULATION: RAISED CROSSWALK WITH STANDARD ASPHALT PARKING AREAS Daisy Street: Raised Crosswalk at 53rd StreetAttachment 1, Page 15 of 18
DAISY STREETFUTURE TRAIL CONNECTION TO 54THVIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1650’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Daisy Street: 53rd St to Gateway Street The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to Gateway St is buff ered bike lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of buff ered bike lane stripes, and bike lane markings to distinguish protected bike lanes from the general purpose travel lanes. No center lane would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Other elements could include a raised crosswalk to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.Optional design elements could include a planting strip on the south side of Daisy Street that would allow for additional tree plantings and/or stormwater treatment. Extremely low parking utilization in this block would allow conversion to buff ered bike lanes. At Future Trail Crossing: A raised crossing would be added to promote yielding to crossing pedestrians. Additionally, this treatment will enhance safety for all users by reducing speed along this section of the corridor.Street modifi cation:Buff ered bike lanes would be used to provide a gateway treatment and to slow traffi c coming off of Bob Straub Parkway.See cross-section views of design options to the right.Attachment 1, Page 16 of 18
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VIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS1750’25’0’ 100’ 200’KEY FEATURES Daisy Street: Future Trail/54th Street to Bob Straub ParkwayAt Gateway Street: A raised crossing would be added to promote yielding to crossing pedestrians.Street modifi cation:Buff ered bike lanes would be used to provide a gateway treatment and to slow traffi c coming off of Bob Straub Parkway.See option 1 cross-section view to the right.Bob Straub Pkwy: Design will be part of a future project.The preferred bikeway type on Daisy Street to Bob Straub Pkwy is buff ered bike lanes.Roadway markings throughout this section of the corridor would consist of buff ered bike lane stripes, and bike lane markings to distinguish protected bike lanes from the general purpose travel lanes. No center lane would be provided to encourage people driving to give extra distance while passing people on bikes.Other elements could include a raised crosswalk to create a dynamic operating environment and increase safety by raising user awareness.Optional design elements could include a planting strip on the south side of Daisy Street that would allow for additional tree plantings and/or stormwater treatment. Attachment 1, Page 17 of 18
VIRGINIA-DAISY BIKEWAY: PRELIMINARY DESIGN CONCEPTS18 Parking Utilization AnalysisPARKING CONSOLIDATION TO SUPPORT BIKEWAY IMPLEMENTATIONEstablishing a new bikeway on the Virginia-Daisy corridor involves changes to the street that may include traffi c control changes, lane restriping and roadway reconfi guration. One strategy for creating space for dedicated bike lane facilities is to consolidate street parking on only one side of the street.Underutilized parking lanes can result in higher traffi c speeds and unsafe driving behavior due to the appearance of a wide open travel lane space. Reallocating a portion of underutilized parking or travel lanes as a bike lane can mitigate these issues while providing dedicated space for bicyclists1.EXISTING CONDITIONSTo support the bikeway design for Virginia-Daisy, the City of Springfi eld supplied on-street parking counts performed at six diff erent times to cover the variety of conditions encountered on the corridor2. To supplement this data, the city also performed a count based on visual inspection of previously captured photography3. PARKING LANE CAPACITYParking is allowed on the curbside on both sides of the street along the majority of the Virginia-Daisy corridor. Under some conditions, parking use may be prohibited, restricted or unavailable. These conditions include:• Parking is prohibited for 30 ft advance of crosswalks . This applies at all crosswalks4, including all street corners. On the Virginia-Daisy corridor, yellow curbs are only painted on either side of the marked crosswalks by Colony Dr and Ridge Dr.• Spot parking restrictions such as the residential loop at the far East end of the corridor which has no parking permitted on the street (off of Daisy St).• On-street parking is not allowed in front of driveways. Many residential units on the corridor provide their own off -street parking for 1 or 2 vehicles. Curb cuts provide access to these spaces but also prevent on-street parking in that location. • On narrow segments without space for parking. Between 51st and 52nd St the street is so narrow that parking would block one travel lane. Parking is prohibited on this segment.COUNT SUMMARYUsage of the on-street parking lane on the full Virginia-Daisy corridor ranges from a low of 74 vehicles to a high of 101 vehicles. Specifi c clusters of parking demand varies on the corridor in response to land uses, community destinations and availability of off -street parking.As shown in the table to the right, parking demand is generally consistent from weekday to weekend and morning to evening hours. Special event parking demand (such as a sports event at the Willamalane Center) may exceed the use seen on the average day.AVERAGE PARKING USE FOR EACH BLOCK SEGMENT ON THE CORRIDOR BASED ON DAY AND TIMEBENEFITS• Reduces confl icts with bicyclists as drivers pull into and out of parking spaces and drivers and passengers open doors of parked vehicles.• Provides additional roadway space for bicycle facilities.• Improves sight distance for all roadway users.DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS• On most streets with parking on both sides, parking demand can be accommodated with parking provided on one side. • Parking may be alternated from one side of the street to the other with proper transitioning. This pattern may cause motorists to reduce their speed.IMPLEMENTATION CONSIDERATIONSImperfections in the quality or installation of roadway pavement, gutter joints and drainage grates must be held to a higher standard when they are located within a bicycle lane than when located within a parking lane. Construction plans should call for repair of rough or uneven pavement surface, the use bicycle compatible drainage grates, and corrections to raise or lower existing grates and utility covers so they are fl ush with the pavement surface.1 FHWA. Incorporating On-Road Bicycle Networks into Resurfacing Projects. 20162 Counts were performed Tuesday 1/12/2016 and Tuesday 1/19.2016 at 10am; Tuesday 1/19/2016 and Tuesday 1/26/2016 at 6:30 pm; and Saturday 1/16/2016 and Saturday 1/23/2016 at 2:00pm.3 Google StreetView photography dated September 2011.4 See. ORS 811.550 – Parking prohibition near crosswalksPROPOSED CHANGESAs part of the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project, some segments of the corridor may feature consolidated parking lanes in order to visually narrow the roadway and provide space to establish a bike lane. At spot locations across the entire corridor, parking may be restricted in certain locations to allow for trees and crossing enhancements. These spot changes on their own are not expected to have signifi cant impact to parking availability.There are four distinct segments in the project related to parking lane consolidation:32nd to 42nd: In this segment, no parking consolidation is proposed, with no signifi cant eff ect on parking availability.42nd to Weyerhauser Hall Rd:This segment proposes parking consolidation on one side of the street. The parking lane may be allocated on the north or south side of the street in response to measured parking demand.The observed weekend parking peak consisted of 15 cars. After implementation, this segment will have an estimated 140 parking spaces, which will more than serve the parking utilization needs.Weyerhauser Hall Rd to Ridge Dr:In this segment, no parking consolidation is proposed, with no signifi cant eff ect on parking availability.Ridge Dr to Bob Straub Parkway:Based on low existing parking utilization, this segment proposes the removal of parking on both sides of the street (with the exception of one block on the north side near 5660 Daisy Street (Western Loop). The observed weekend parking peak consisted of 5 cars. After implementation, this segment will have an estimated 15 park-ing spaces, which will more than serve the parking utilization needs.Attachment 1, Page 18 of 18
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Development & Public Works Department
Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Communications Plan
2016
Introduction
The City of Springfield was selected to receive funding for Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project covering the
design development and selection phase through the Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory
Committee’s Transportation Enhancement grant program. The goal of the project is to provide a safe
and comfortable bicycle corridor that can be used by people of all ages and abilities. Additionally, the
design should enhance the overall appeal of the corridor for all users, improve pedestrian safety and
usage, and provide traffic calming for automobile traffic to emphasize the active transportation priority
along the bikeway.
This Communications Plan will support the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project by setting objectives,
strategies, and tactics to increase awareness and understanding of the overall project and specifically
to inform Springfield residents that live within the project area about the overall goal of the project and
opportunities to give input.
Individual tactics identified in this plan will be developed using this plan as a guide and the Virginia-
Daisy Bikeway Communications Project Plan will contain more in-depth details. Tactics may be used
multiple times to implement more than one communication strategy. This plan will be updated as
needed during the duration of the project and was developed using the DPW Communication Team’s
guiding principles that project information provided is accurate, effective, consistent, cost-efficient,
engaging, and fun.
Goals
The goals of this plan will help guide the overall communications for the project.
Ensure the Springfield community has opportunities to be informed about the project.
Ensure the Springfield community has opportunities to provide input on the project; specifically
businesses and residents within the project area.
Project communication is effective and efficient.
Objectives
These stated objectives were developed based on known effective outreach for similar types of City
projects previously conducted.
A significant portion of the Springfield community is aware of the project and its objective,
especially residents living in the immediate project area.
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A significant number of Springfield residents that are located within the project area provide
input on the project.
Opportunities to continually improve project communication are captured.
Core Message
These core messages help describe the need for a project communications plan and provide
consistent messages for implementing and managing the plan.
The City of Springfield is committed to providing safe transportation options.
The goal of the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project is to provide a safe and comfortable bicycle
corridor that can be used by people of all ages and abilities.
The design of the bikeway should enhance the overall appeal of the corridor for all users,
improve pedestrian safety and usage, and provide traffic calming for automobiles to emphasize
active transportation along the street and enhance the neighborhood feel.
There will be multiple ways for the Springfield community to receive and seek project
information and provide input on the project; specifically the design of the bikeway.
Audience
The target audiences for project information will be the broader Springfield community, and
specifically residents that are located within and around the project area; immediately along Virginia
Street and Daisy Street. Also, the City will engage partner agencies that will be involved in the design
and subsequent construction for the project. Audiences will be provided information that aligns with
communications guiding principles.
Strategies & Tactics
The strategies and tactics of this plan will be implemented to reach the stated objectives. Strategies
define how to achieve overall objectives by answering the “what” will be done. The strategies outlined
in this plan were developed to address all objectives. The tactics answer the “how” by identifying the
specific activities that will be implemented to further strategies and overall objectives. Key staff
identified for each tactic will provide direction and/or input on implementation.
1.Provide the Springfield community multiple ways to receive and seek project information.
2.Inform Springfield residents that are located within the project area about the project and
opportunities to give input.
3.Elicit feedback from the community to improve two-way communication.
4.Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and tactics implemented and adjust as needed.
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Deliverables
Tactic Timeline Key Staff
Project Web Page Establish early 2016/ on-going Loralyn Spiro, Emma Newman
Newsletter Article(s) Edition(s) TBD Loralyn Spiro, Emma Newman
Social Media On-going/ as needed Loralyn Spiro
LTD Advertising Specific dates in 2016 TBD Loralyn Spiro
Flyer/Poster Create based on project timeline/
update as needed
Loralyn Spiro, Emma Newman
FAQs Create based on project timeline/
update as needed
Loralyn Spiro, Emma Newman
Talking Points As needed Loralyn Spiro, Niel Laudati
Media Advisories As needed Loralyn Spiro, Niel Laudati
Open Houses Date(s) based on project timeline Emma Newman, Michael Liebler,
Loralyn Spiro, other Community
Development staff or Consultant as needed
Events Research/ establish list Emma Newman, BPAC Members
Presentations Research/ establish list Emma Newman, BPAC Members
Postcard Mailings Create based on project timeline/
update as needed
Loralyn Spiro, Emma Newman
One-on-One Meetings Research/ establish list Emma Newman
E-Updates Establish sign up mechanism early 2016/ as needed Loralyn Spiro, Emma Newman
Survey At end of project Loralyn Spiro, Niel Laudati
Analytics On-going Loralyn Spiro, IT Department
Debrief Meetings After key project milestones Emma Newman, Michael Liebler,
Loralyn Spiro, other Community Development staff or Consultant
as needed
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Springfi eld Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Springfi eld Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project?
A: The Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project will develop a preferred design to provide a safe and comfortable
bicycle corridor that can be used by people of all ages and abilities from 32nd St to Bob Straub Pkwy
along Virginia St and Daisy Ave. Additionally, the design will enhance the overall appeal of the corridor
for all users and residents, improve pedestrian safety and usage, and provide traffi c calming to
emphasize the active transportation priority along the street. The project will provide an east-west
alternative to Main Street for people wishing to ride bicycles in our community. Once the fi nal design is
selected, the project will move forward into construction in summer 2017.
Q: Why is the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project necessary?
A: The City of Springfi eld is committed to providing safe transportation options.
The Virginia-Daisy Bikeway will serve as a key east-west connection in the Springfi eld bicycle network
and will provide a more comfortable alternate biking route instead of along Main St. The project is
consistent with the Springfi eld Transportation Plan, TransPlan, the Central Lane MPO Regional
Transportation Plan, and the Lane County TSP. It is also identifi ed as a need in the Springfi eld Bicycle Plan.
The Springfi eld Transportation System Plan identifi es the need to, “expand and enhance Springfi eld’s
bikeway system” and “provide bike lanes on collector streets and provide parallel routes and bike
boulevards on adjacent streets where appropriate.”
Q: What changes will be implemented through this project?
A: The changes that will be implemented will be identifi ed through the design development
process, which will include comments and feedback from residents along the corridor and the broader
community. A range of treatments will be considered, including, but not limited to, striping of bicycle
lanes, sharrows, traffi c calming infrastructure, intersection treatments, automobile traffi c diversion,
limited lighting additions, ramp improvements, speed and designation signs, and a crossing
improvement at 42nd St. As the design options are developed and refi ned, updates will be posted to
the project website.
Q: What is the main purpose of the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway?
A: The primary goal of the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project is to provide a safe and comfortable corridor
that can be used by people of all ages and abilities to ride bicycles to move about our community.
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Springfi eld Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project
Frequently Asked Questions Continued
Q: What public outreach and involvement eff orts are proposed
for the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project?
A: There will be two open houses that residents and community members are encouraged to attend to
learn more about the project and provide feedback during the design development process.
Additionally, comments can be submitted to Emma Newman at enewman@springfi eld-or.gov. For the
detailed outreach and involvement eff orts, please see the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Communication Plan.
Q: Where can I learn more and follow the process?
A: For more information on the project, please see the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway Project web page.
http://www.springfi eld-or.gov/dpw/Virginia-DaisyBikewayProject.htm
Q: Who can I contact if I have questions?
A: Emma Newman, Transportation Planner at 541-726-4585 or enewman@springfi eld-or.gov.
Para obtener información en español, comuníquese con Molly Markarian al 541-726-4611.
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Open House Summary
The first open house for the Virginia-Daisy Bikeway project was hosted on 5/25/2016 at the Mt Vernon
Elementary School Cafeteria. Participants were encouraged to review the Preliminary Design Concepts
under consideration, speak with project staff to learn more and answer questions, and provide feedback
through comment cards and sticky notes. At least 35 people attended the open house, primarily
consisting of residents who live on or very close to the project corridor.
Frequent concerns:
Initial feedback included concerns about on street parking being removed, but after discussion
with staff and understanding that most of the parking is being maintained, many people felt
comfortable with the preliminary design concept.
Tree wells – visibility, maintenance (who will maintain them? How will we ensure they are
maintained frequently?), narrowing of street and cars already being run into by people traveling
the corridor.
42nd and Daisy needs safety improvements. People had varied opinions about which design
option they would like to see move forward, but generally preferred a full traffic signal or
roundabout, which would improve the intersection for all types of users. There was concern
about the design option that would only provide right turns at 42nd from Daisy St.
FAQs:
Weyerhaeuser Haul Rd/Booth Kelly Haul Rd and Virginia-Daisy duplication?
Comment Card Summary:
32nd and Virginia – slow traffic down turning onto Virginia Ave with the proposed intersection
treatment. Supports sharrows. Concerned about trees and effecting visibility.
Not happy with roundabout proposal. Improve intersection at Daisy and Bob Straub Parkway
(roundabout would be OK) and 42nd and Daisy (but not roundabout). Loss of parking on one side
of the street.
Interested in bike path. Does not like proposed design concepts proposed today. City of
Springfield is running a parallel project with Booth Kelly and Weyerhaeuser Rd. Why spend
taxpayer money on Virginia-Daisy on residential street with more conflicts? Would like to see
off-street paths developed instead.
No trees that the City has to maintain, staff and funds do not exist. Mini-roundabouts are okay if
they don’t block the view so that neighbors can’t see across or down the street. Don’t mess with
the parking.
Changing 42nd and Daisy intersection is great. Roundabout option is good. Opening Daisy and
adding sidewalks and the buffered bike lanes are great. Overall good conversations from folks
who live along Daisy and want to slow the traffic. Keep up the good work. Concern about 53rd
[51st – 52nd] and Daisy issue – property and fence are at the street, would like to see widened
improvements.
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Like the roundabouts with single lanes for slowing traffic and it makes it safer for bikes. Bike
boxes are great. Also buffered bike lanes in some places are great for safety. Not enough speed
bumps [raised crosswalks]. Great job!
Roundabout at 42nd would work if all the blind spots were removed. Having a curb extension
close to my address is a great idea and would slow traffic. More narrowed, raised crossings.
Keep up the great work.
Roundabout will keep traffic flowing and provide safe crossing for pedestrians and bicycles. Add
more speed bumps [raised crosswalks] and raised crosswalks between 42nd and 46th. Slow traffic
on Daisy. Keep green space between sidewalk and street.
Would like to see more raised crossings. Keep up the good work. Would like the right turn on
42nd only.
Yes, most of the ideas are great. 42nd and Daisy no roundabout. Light would be better. S 52nd St
and Daisy is a concern.
Excited project is moving forward and it has been needed in Springfield. Would like to see more
of this in the future, great job! The roundabouts, just the large one [42nd] are a bit concerning
regarding pedestrian safety, which is usually caused by unobservant drivers.
More bikers = more broke people who steal my stuff. When Albert Einstein made the nuclear
bomb and the army used it he felt terrible. I feel the engineers of this project will feel the same.
Does not support the design. The trees are going to be absolutely terrible for bikes and a bus
stop [school bus] is where one of the trees is currently located in the design.
Slow the traffic down with speed bumps [raised crossings], traffic circles [mini-roundabouts] and
stop signs. Traffic circles are fine and the large speed bumps. Use the money to pave existing
spur streets and put in speed bumps to slow traffic. Already have enough non-maintained trees
on the street. More stop signs and traffic islands. Does not really like the proposed design.
Street parking would be gone. More bike traffic means more transient traffic. Cars already being
broken into and bikes being taken from property. Maybe come down the street after 7pm and
on the weekends to see everyone parked on the street.
Support the shared travelway, beacons at 32nd and Virginia Ave, mini-roundabouts at 35th and
41st, bicycle lanes on Daisy all the way, and 42nd/Daisy traffic light, full signal preferred. Adding
trees is not necessary, let people do it in front of their house if they want to. Safely crossing 42nd
and Daisy on foot or bicycle is concerning currently, as well as 32nd and Bob Straub. Can the
Weyerhaeuser Haul Rd have a path without the gates on either end?
The width of the street is inadequate now. Condemn the north side to allow the street to be
widened [52nd].
Comments from Sticky Notes on Preliminary Design Concept Mapbook Display Pages:
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No comments.
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32nd St. and Virginia Ave. – Make this a roundabout.
32nd St. and Virginia Ave. – Willamalane will begin construction at this location mid-July. We will
have signage here. Simon is the proj. manager. Thx!
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General Comment - If Booth Kelly Road is going to be improved as a pedestrian/bike path in the
future… why put money into Daisy-Virginia?
S. 35th St. and Virginia Ave. – Single car drive 3450 Virginia Ave.
S. 35th St. and Virginia Ave. – What about paving 35th St.? It’s rock.
S. 37th and Virginia Ave. – Looks great!
S. 37th and Virginia Ave. – More speed bumps, no trees.
S. 37th and Virginia Ave. – Crashes, traffic calm here?
S. 37th and Virginia Ave. – There is already a tree in the yard at 3716 Virginia.
S. 37th and Virginia Ave. – Duplex on corner of 37th and Virginia always has 4-10 cars parked on
both sides of the street. State run disability home. Fire hydrant on corner.
S. 37th and Virginia Ave. –Why put in trees along road – who will water? SUB will only have to
come along and trim them back. And die with no water.
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General Comment – No round about at 35th. We have too many tweekers casing our area. We
are a good neighborhood watch. We need to see up and down the street. Use speed bumps.
General Comment – Plant lots of trees!
S. 38th and Virginia Ave. – Speed bumps!!! Just put speed bumps, Jesus!!!
S. 38th and Virginia Ave. – Why did 3785 Virginia lose access to the east side of their house off
38th? That fence has been there for at least 30 years. [this location was raised as a code
enforcement complaint recently, prior to Virginia-Daisy Bikeway planning]
S. 39th and Virginia Ave. – This large house has at least 10 cars and a taco truck with expired tags
that park every night. They use their driveway and the street on both sides. No trees here.
S. 39th and Virginia Ave. – This house uses street parking only. No trees
S. 39th and Virginia Ave. – No tree here. Need parking on the street.
S. 40th and Virginia Ave. – I live here. Please no tree in front of 4022 [Virginia Ave.] – need the
parking.
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4037-4053 Virginia Ave. Col-de-sac – I live at 4042 Virginia. I don’t want a tree or planter on
front of my house.
Roundabout at S. 41st St. and Virginia Ave. – Roundabouts without landscaping. Want to see
through for security.
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General Comment – Not enough traffic control
S. 42nd St. and Virginia Ave. – Looks great. Slow the cars down.
S. 42nd St. and Virginia Ave. – This is the best option for this intersection.
S. 42nd Pl. and Virginia Ave. – I like this idea [curb treatment]. Curb treatments would slow the
traffic.
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42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 1 – Great idea, round-about at 42nd and Daisy!
o Agreed. I like this option.
o Yes!
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 1 – Much prefer this option.
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 1 – No, not this option.
o Not an option – too dangerous!
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 1 – No fix. Very scary and dangerous for peds and bikers.
o Definitely not.
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42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 2B – Option #2A 42nd St. Ok light, not a roundabout.
o Yes!
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 2A – Best option. Love bike boxes and bike signals.
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 2A – Yes!! Much safer for peds and bikers.
o Best option 2A.
o Yes I agree!
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42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 3 – No way for Daisy traffic to continue straight. Not good. Round-
about.
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 3 – No, not this option.
o No.
o Agreed, no to this option.
o No!
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 3 – No. Not safe. Very inconvenient for traffic flow.
42nd St. and Daisy St. Option 3 – Much prefer roundabout.
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S. 44th and Daisy St. – Raised crossing.
Daisy St. between S. 44th and S. 46th St. – Add some speed humps.
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No comments.
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S. Weyerhaeuser Rd. and Daisy St. – More of the raised crossing areas on Daisy to help slow the
speeding traffic would be great.
o Yes.
S. Weyerhaeuser Rd. and Daisy St. – Raised crossings are great!
S. Weyerhaeuser Rd. and Daisy St. – Use the [Weyerhaeuser] Haul Rd. between 48th and Bob
Straub as bike path.
o Yes.
S. Weyerhaeuser Rd. and Daisy St. – I live here (4801 Daisy St.) and I do not want a tree in front
of my house. If you have any questions please call me.
Daisy St. between S. 48th St. and Camellia St. – Tree canopy is great!
Daisy St. between S. 48th St. and Camellia St. – Raised crossing. More.
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S. 49th Pl. and Daisy St. – Yes to the roundabout.
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S. 51st Pl. and Daisy St. – Yes to this roundabout.
Fence at 52nd St. and Daisy St. – Make this side wider. Add parking.
o Agree
Fence at 52nd St. and Daisy St. – Visit the dedication of ROW or condemnation.
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No comments.
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Daisy St. after future trail connection – Take 2nd look at parking here.
Daisy St., 54th St. to Bob Straub Pkwy Options – Option 1 seems safer with buffered lanes.
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Gateway St. and Daisy St. – This is a “gateway” street. It’s not “Gateway St.”
Bob Straub Pkwy and Daisy St. – Improve this intersection.
o Yes I agree!!
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No comments.
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