Comment:
Engineering approaches to improve walking and biking for communities, including Complete Streets elemends (sidewalks, Buffer or planting strip, marked crosswalks, Curb ramp or curb cut,Raised medians and crossing islands, Curb extension, Bike lanes, Shared lane markings (sharrows), Separated bike lanes, Traffic sign or signal, Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon, Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB), Traffic calming, Road diet, lighting, and temporary walkways). Also discusses: improving access to transit stops, Improving connectivity and providing access for pedestrians with disabilities, Maintenance, slowing down drivers, policy and education.

Last Updated (Year): 2015

Year Produced: 2015

Abstract:

This guide is intended to assist residents, parents, community association members, and others in getting involved in making communities safer for pedestrians and bicyclists. The guide includes facts, ideas, and resources to help residents learn about traffic problems that affect pedestrians and bicyclists and to find ways to help address these problems and promote safety among all road users. The guide includes information on identifying problems, taking action to address pedestrian and bicycle concerns, finding solutions to improve safety, and resources to get additional information.

For:Walking, Biking

The E's:Engineering

Ped Bike Activity:

• Planning
• Maintenance
• Design

Ped Bike Topic:

• Infrastructure
• Design
• Community Action
• Accessibility

Facility Type:Traffic Calming, Signalized Intersection, Signals, Signage, Sidewalks, Shared Lane, Separated Bike Lane, Median/Island, Lighting, Hybrid Beacon/RRFB, Crosswalk, Bike Lanes

Resource Type:

• Guidance

Link to Content Source:

Resident’s Guide for Creating Safer Communities for Walking and Biking