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Potential Benefits Summary

City Council and Authorities Concurrent
September 24, 2024

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Potential Benefits Summary
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September 24, 2024
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City Council and Authorities Concurrent
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Attachment 5
Potential Benefits Summary
Existing Conditions/No Build
Two Lanes, Buffered Bike Lanes, Center Turn Lane, Parking on Both Sides Two Lanes, Parking-Protected Bike Lanes, Center Turn Lane Four Lanes, Buffered Bike Lanes, Remove Parking on One Side Yes
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Benefits for Bicyclists
Adds a bicycle facility
Provides physical separation between traffic and bicyclists Encourages bicyclists to not ride on sidewalks
Provides consistent clear visibility of bicyclists
Allows bicyclists to maneuver around debris
Allows bicyclists to make mid-block turns
Benefits for Drivers
Maximizes roadway and intersection capacity
Potential to significantly reduce vehicle collisions
Adds a turn lane for safer turning maneuvers
Benefits for Community and Residents
Reduces VMT
Maintains existing on-street parking capacity
Encourages slower automobile speeds
Incorporates traffic calming measures
Does not increase pedestrian mid-block crossing demand
Maintains existing residential trash collection plan
Allows residents to participate in Annual Cleanup Campaign Does not require construction funding

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