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Euclid Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety Action Plan Public Meeting #2
The City of Euclid's Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety Action Plan aims to enhance active transportation through community engagement, data analysis, and targeted recommendations. Key findings from an online survey revealed that residents often view walking and biking as unsafe, with a strong desire for improvements such as expanded trails and bike lanes. The plan outlines actionable steps for creating a more inclusive and safer transportation network for all users by the end of 2023.
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- 1. CITY OF EUCLID PEDESTRIAN& BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN NOVEMBER 2, 2023
- 2. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN AGENDA PLANNING PROCESS REVIEW ONLINE SURVEY #1 SUMMARY ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION OBJECTIVES RECOMMENDED ACTIONS NEXT STEPS
- 3. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN PLANNING PROCESS REVIEW
- 4. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN OUR PROCESS | OVERVIEW Collect and analyze data, trends, and information to establish current snapshot Collect feedback to establish vision for how the community wants to improve active transportation Outline specific recommendations to achieve the desired vision Outline responsibilities, partners, and priorities for accomplishing recommendations Finalize document and present Plan to Planning Commission/City Council ANALYSIS VISION ACTION STEPS IMPLEMENTATION FINAL PLAN WE ARE HERE
- 5. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN OUR PROCESS | OVERVIEW ANALYSIS VISION ACTION STEPS IMPLEMENTATION FINAL PLAN START: FEBRUAR Y 2023 FINISH: DECEMBE R 2023 ~11 MONTHS WE ARE HERE
- 6. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ONLINE SURVEY #1 SUMMARY
- 7. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN SURVEY OVERVIEW • Total Responses: 145 • Total Comments: 818 • Total Answer Selections: 1,505 • Open for two (2) months: April 12th to June 12th • Hosted online with paper copies available at Euclid City Hall
- 8. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN RESPONDENT DEMOGRAPHICS 145 RESPONDENTS
- 9. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN RELATIONSHIP TO EUCLID
- 10. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN RELATIONSHIP TO EUCLID
- 11. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN AGE OF RESPONDENTS LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
- 12. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN AGE OF RESPONDENTS LENGTH OF RESIDENCY
- 13. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ONE WORD…..
- 14. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN PURPOSE FOR WALKING OR BIKING
- 15. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN PURPOSE FOR WALKING OR BIKING
- 16. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN TOP DESTINATIONS
- 17. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN TOP DESTINATIONS
- 18. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN AGREEMENT ON WALKING/BIKING
- 19. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN AGREEMENT ON WALKING/BIKING
- 20. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN REASONS FOR NOT WALKING/BIKING REASONS FOR FEELING UNSAFE
- 21. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN REASONS FOR NOT WALKING/BIKING REASONS FOR FEELING UNSAFE
- 22. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN CHANGES RESPONDENTS WOULD LIKE
- 23. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN CHANGES RESPONDENTS WOULD LIKE
- 24. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN KEY TAKEAWAYS • The most common words used to describe walking and biking in Euclid are dangerous, hazardous, and unsafe • The most desired changes include expanding all-purpose trails/paths, creating walkable shopping areas, and adding new bike lanes/infrastructure • 50% of respondents walk or bike out of necessity to get to work, school, and shopping destinations
- 25. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN KEY TAKEAWAYS • 55% of respondents indicated that they are dissatisfied with Euclid’s existing facilities for walking and biking • 66% of respondents would support slightly longer car trips if it meant roads in Euclid were safer for walking and biking • 73% of respondents agreed that it is important for Euclid to focus on becoming a more bike and pedestrian friendly community
- 26. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION OBJECTIVES
- 27. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION OBJECTIVES The City of Euclid will have an active transportation network that: 1) Is inclusive of all ages and abilities 2) Supports creating informed citizens and education opportunities 3) Is welcoming to all users 4) Is coordinated by prioritizing active transportation projects 5) Is prepared for creating safe and convenient connections
- 28. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN INCLUSIVE Create an equitable network of connections that supports improvements to eliminate disparities in accessibility.
- 29. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN INFORMED Provide opportunities for users to build their skills, confidence, and comfort while educating the public about the city's connectivity network.
- 30. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN WELCOMING Support users with active transportation incentives and programs, while providing guidance through signage, wayfinding, and internal systems.
- 31. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN COORDINATED Develop a seamless connectivity network that emphasizes and encourages human- powered mobility options across the community.
- 32. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN PREPARED Construct and maintain active transportation facilities that focus on the built environment and comfort of all users.
- 33. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN The City of Euclid will have an active transportation network that is:
- 34. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
- 35. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN RECOMMENDED ACTIONS OVERVIEW RECOMMENDED ACTIONS FOR A MORE PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE FRIENDLY EUCLID Complete Sidewalk Availability Shared Transportation & Micromobility Buffered Bike Lanes & Two-Way Cycle Tracks Wayfinding, Signage & Mobile Apps Road & Lane Diet Conversions Safety Committee & Policing All-Purpose Trails & Sidepaths Safe Routes to School Program Neighborhood Greenways & Traffic Calming Complete & Green Streets Policy Temporary Installations Zoning & Codified Ordinances Streetscaping & Amenities Project Coordination & Collaboration
- 36. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN CONNECTIVITY NETWORK
- 37. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN CONNECTIVITY NETWORK • All-Purpose Trails • Neighborhood Greenways • Buffered Bike Lanes/Two-Way Cycle Tracks • Critical Bike/Ped Safety Improvement Areas • Priority GCRTA Bus Shelter Improvements
- 38. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ROAD & LANE DIET CONVERSIONS
- 39. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ROAD & LANE DIET CONVERSIONS
- 40. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ON-ROAD FACILITIES
- 41. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ON-ROAD FACILITIES
- 42. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN NEIGHBORHOOD GREENWAYS
- 43. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN NEIGHBORHOOD GREENWAYS
- 44. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ALL-PURPOSE TRAILS & SIDEPATHS
- 45. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ALL-PURPOSE TRAILS & SIDEPATHS
- 46. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
- 47. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN TEMPORARY INSTALLATIONS
- 48. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN STREETSCAPING & AMENITIES 1) The Roadway& ExtensionZone:extends beyond the curb into the roadway and is the primary space for car travel and on-street bicycle facilities. 2) The Edge& FurnishingZone:located between the curb and the sidewalk and is where most streetscape amenities should be located to act as a buffer and transition space between the roadway and the sidewalk. 3) The Sidewalk& PedestrianZone:the primary pathway for pedestrian travel and ensures that pedestrians always have a safe, adequate, and accessible facility to use. 4) The Building & FrontageZone:extends between the sidewalk and property line and consists of business specific amenities and provides adequate space to enter and exit buildings safely.
- 49. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN STREETSCAPING & AMENITIES
- 50. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN SAFETY COMMITTEE & POLICING
- 51. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN RECOMMENDED ACTIONS RECOMMENDED ACTIONS FOR A MORE PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE FRIENDLY EUCLID Sidewalk Availability Shared Transportation & Micromobility Buffered Bike Lanes & Two-Way Cycle Tracks Wayfinding, Signage & Mobile Apps Road & Lane Diet Conversions Safety Committee & Policing All-Purpose Trails & Sidepaths Safe Routes to School Program Neighborhood Greenways & Traffic Calming Complete & Green Streets Policy Temporary Installations Zoning & Codified Ordinances Streetscaping & Amenities Project Coordination & Collaboration
- 52. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN NEXT STEPS
- 53. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN ONLINE SURVEY #2 TAKE THE SURVEY TODAY! countyplanning.us/euclid
- 54. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN STAY UP TO DATE countyplanning.us/euclid
- 55. CITY OF EUCLID| PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE SAFETY ACTION PLAN THANK YOU Rachel Novak, AICP, Senior Planner [email protected] TAKE THE SURVEY TODAY! countyplanning.us/euclid
Editor's Notes
- #5 2: Collection of demographics and other data along with a detailed analysis of the City’s existing land use and infrastructure network including public transportation, streets, sidewalks, and trails. 3: Continue engagement with the community and begin to outline a vision – broad based concepts and ideas - for how it wants to increase access, connectivity, and active transportation options within the City of Euclid. 4: Identify specific recommendations that the city and various groups can consider in order to accomplish the vision outlined earlier. 5: Expand on goals by establishing strategies, policies, responsibilities, and potential partners for implementation through funding and grant opportunities. 6: The plan will be combined into a complete document.
- #6 2: Collection of demographics and other data along with a detailed analysis of the City’s existing land use and infrastructure network including public transportation, streets, sidewalks, and trails. 3: Continue engagement with the community and begin to outline a vision – broad based concepts and ideas - for how it wants to increase access, connectivity, and active transportation options within the City of Euclid. 4: Identify specific recommendations that the city and various groups can consider in order to accomplish the vision outlined earlier. 5: Expand on goals by establishing strategies, policies, responsibilities, and potential partners for implementation through funding and grant opportunities. 6: The plan will be combined into a complete document.
- #10 RESPONDENT RELATIONSHIP TO EUCLID Total responses to this question: 145
- #11 RESPONDENT RELATIONSHIP TO EUCLID Total responses to this question: 145 OTHER RESPONSES INCLUDE: Frequent visitor, attending Church in the city.
- #12 AGE OF RESPONDENTS Total responses to this question: 145 LENGTH OF RESPONDENT EUCLID RESIDENCY Total responses to this question: 141
- #13 AGE OF RESPONDENTS Total responses to this question: 145 LENGTH OF RESPONDENT EUCLID RESIDENCY Total responses to this question: 141
- #14 ONE WORD TO DESCRIBE WALKING AND BIKING IN EUCLID Total responses to this question: 121 When asked to describe walking and biking in Euclid, “dangerous”, “hazardous”, and “unsafe” were the most common words used.
- #15 PRIMARY PURPOSE FOR WALKING OR BIKING IN EUCLID Total responses to this question: 122
- #16 PRIMARY PURPOSE FOR WALKING OR BIKING IN EUCLID Total responses to this question: 122 Other responses include walking dogs, visiting friends, and a temporary mode of transportation when their vehicle was in the shop.
- #17 TOP DESTINATIONS RESPONDENTS LIKE TO VISIT IN EUCLID Total responses to this question: 121
- #18 TOP DESTINATIONS RESPONDENTS LIKE TO VISIT IN EUCLID Total responses to this question: 121
- #19 RESPONDENT AGREEMENT OR DISAGREEMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS Total responses to this question: 122 73% of respondents agreed that it is important for Euclid to focus on becoming a more bike and pedestrian friendly community and that they would like to be able to travel more easily and safely to destinations in Euclid without a car.
- #20 RESPONDENT AGREEMENT OR DISAGREEMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS Total responses to this question: 122
- #21 REASONS FOR NOT WALKING OR BIKING Total responses to this question: 124 REASONS FOR FEELING UNSAFE Total responses to this question: 121 The primary reasons respondents do not walk or bike in Euclid are related to distance, weather conditions, safety concerns, and lacking or poor infrastructure.
- #22 REASONS FOR NOT WALKING OR BIKING Total responses to this question: 124 REASONS FOR FEELING UNSAFE Total responses to this question: 121 The primary reasons respondents do not walk or bike in Euclid are related to distance, weather conditions, safety concerns, and lacking or poor infrastructure. NOT WALKING/BIKING: Other responses include lack of trust with drivers to share the road, need a vehicle to transport groceries and other things, and uneven sidewalks. UNSAFE: Other responses include glass on pavement, lack of dedicated bike paths.
- #23 TYPES OF CHANGES RESPONDENTS WOULD LIKE TO SEE MADE IN EUCLID TO IMPROVE THE BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN EXPERIENCE Total responses to this question: 121 The most desired changes in Euclid regarding both bicycle and pedestrian experiences are expanding all-purpose trails/paths, creating walkable shopping areas, and adding bike lanes.
- #24 TYPES OF CHANGES RESPONDENTS WOULD LIKE TO SEE MADE IN EUCLID TO IMPROVE THE BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN EXPERIENCE Total responses to this question: 121 The most desired changes in Euclid regarding both bicycle and pedestrian experiences are expanding all-purpose trails/paths, creating walkable shopping areas, and adding bike lanes. Other responses include programs and events that support walking and biking, bike lockers, signage.
- #37 All-Purpose Trails Neighborhood Greenways Buffered Bike Lanes/Two-Way Cycle Tracks Critical Bike/Ped Safety Improvement Areas Priority GCRTA Bus Shelter Improvements
- #38 All-Purpose Trails Neighborhood Greenways Buffered Bike Lanes/Two-Way Cycle Tracks Critical Bike/Ped Safety Improvement Areas Priority GCRTA Bus Shelter Improvements
- #39 A road diet, or roadway reconfiguration, can help improve safety and calm traffic by reallocating space formally dedicated for automobiles Road re-striping, lane width reductions, crossing medians, and bike lanes are all examples of road improvements that can integrate road diet principles. Road diets are a widely accepted, low-cost method for creating more livable spaces and complete streets, or streets designed for everyone. Babbitt Road, Euclid Avenue east of Chardon Road, Lakeshore Boulevard, St. Clair Avenue, E. 200th Street, E. 222nd Street, and E. 260th Street
- #40 Evaluate road diet and lane width reduction guidelines Integrate road diet considerations into Capital Improvements Program (CIP), pavement resurfacing, or similar construction schedules Conduct corridor and/or targeted intersection analyses on roadways where road or lane reductions are being considered Medium priority, medium term, medium cost
- #41 It is a best practice that the greater the separation of non-motorized users from motorists will increase their overall comfort level. A "street buffer" can take on many forms—including both vertical separators, such as bollards and planters, and horizontal separators, such as lane striping, from traffic. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) provides guidance to communities and recommends specific minimum standards based on projected peak hour directional bicyclists volumes. In general, on-road facilities are a sensible network choice for more urbanized areas; Lakeshore Boulevard, St. Clair Avenue, and E. 200th Street.
- #42 Evaluate identified roads for preferred on-road facility configuration and type Create school and community education/awareness campaigns for responsible road sharing of all users Integrate strong wayfinding, signage, and road marking programs on streets where on-road facilities are implemented Utilize continuous barriers to separate vehicles and bicyclists when possible and/or elevated facilities with intermittent barriers or delineators Medium priority, medium term, medium cost
- #43 Bicycle boulevards or "neighborhood greenways" are designated roadways that have low traffic volumes and speeds, and are designed to give bicyclists the priority. Signage and road markings, speed and volume management, and intersection crossings are important components to calming traffic and improving safety.
- #44 Identify pilot projects for implementation of traffic calming measures, especially on proposed Neighborhood Greenways Implement permanent features from successful pilot projects and update all signage and road markings accordingly Reduce curb radii and add curb extensions, median refugee islands, and mid-block crossings on designated Neighborhood Greenways routes and high-stress corridors Develop an access management plan to help reduce curb cuts and conflict points between cars and non-motorized users Medium priority, medium term, medium cost
- #45 All-purpose trails rank the highest in terms of user comfort level and separation from roadway traffic. Sidepaths are all-purpose trails that follow and are adjacent to active roadways. All-purpose trails and sidepaths are both recreational amenities and transportation facilities, thus accessibility is mandated by the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act Material, drainage, costs, life expectancy, and long-term maintenance are all key considerations when installing new all-purpose trails and sidepaths. A combination of hard-surface materials to construct sidepaths along the eastern side of Babbitt Road, southern side of Chardon Road, southern side of Euclid Avenue, eastern side of Glenridge Road, eastern side of Highland Road, northern side of N. Lakeland Boulevard, eastern side of E. 222nd Street, and the eastern side of E. 260th Street.
- #46 Prioritize installation of the trail connection from Euclid Creek Reservation to the Lakefront Evaluate potential trail extensions through utility rights-of-way, vacated railroads, land bank parcels, or strategic land assembly as opportunities become available for connections Evaluate trail alignment options and engineering/topography strategies along Euclid Avenue, Chardon Road, and Highland Road to ensure the ease of access and usability is maintained Consider a sidewalk conversion into an all-purpose trail on N. Lakeland Boulevard and Glenridge Road The ODOT project will add medians with ped refuge so there will be safer crossings in that area The feasibility of an off-road path on both the north and south sides of the street so we can make a decision on location based on the data they provide. Medium priority, long-term, high-cost
- #48 Demonstration projects: traffic calming (speed tables, curb bumps outs, reduced turn radii) Utilize the NOACA Street Supplies program as a method to test temporary and demonstration bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure improvements Prioritize neighborhood traffic calming projects such as speed tables and curb bump outs to help build out a neighborhood greenway network Consider testing reduce turn/curb radii at intersections along the proposed neighborhood greenway network—with an emphasis at major corridor crossings and in Downtown Euclid High priority, near term, low cost EARLY WIN
- #49 Streetscaping amenities—including furniture, trees, landscaping, lighting, signage, bike parking, and other similar features—are key components of creating a comfortable space for both walking and biking. Generally, public rights-of-way on commercial corridors should be split into four zones:
- #50 Develop cohesive, city-wide branding standards for streetscape amenities and site furniture (benches, trash receptacles, bicycle parking, and lighting) Add streetscape amenities in key locations throughout the community to improve pedestrian comfort—with an emphasis on Downtown Euclid and prominent corridors, such as E. 200th Street, E. 222nd Street, Babbitt Road, Euclid Avenue, and Lakeshore Boulevard Coordinate the addition of street trees in locations with high pedestrian activity utilizing Healthy Urban Tree Canopy grants High priority, mid-term, medium costs