HomeMy WebLinkAboutSS3 - Task Force on Cycling Safety Final Report & RecommendationsCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item No.SS 3
May 11, 2010
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: City Manager's Office
John Kappeler, Code and Water Quality Enforcement Manager
949 - 644 -3218, jappeler @newportbeachca.gov
SUBJECT: Final Report and Recommendations from the Task Force on Cycling
Safety
ISSUE:
Does the City Council wish to take steps to implement the final report and
recommendations of the Task Force on Cycling Safety?
RECOMMENDATION:
Provide direction to staff on any action to be taken to implement the recommendations
in the Task Force report. Staff is requesting direction on specific recommendations in
the report's attachments, as well as the priority of any recommendations on which the
Council directs staff to do further work.
DISCUSSION:
Background:
On September 22, 2009, the City Council established the Task Force on Cycling Safety.
As part of Resolution 2009 -67, the committee was tasked with the following
responsibilities:
1. Improve safety of streets and highways for cyclists, including but not limited to
additional bike lane designations and "Share the Road" signs.
2. [Suggest] ways to encourage the cycling community to be fully respectful of autos,
pedestrians and all traffic laws (including speed limits especially along Ocean Front
Walk, Back Bay Drive and in Newport Coast, red lights, stop signs and their
obligation to ride no more than two abreast during group rides.
3. [Suggest] ways to encourage auto drivers to respect cyclists' rights to use roads,
including education programs using existing City publications.
Final Report - Task Force on Cycling Safety
May 11, 2010
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Task Force Members:
The Task Force was made up of six citizens, all avid cyclists (Sean Matsler, Daniel
Murphy, Francis Peters, Jr., Anthony Petros, James Sweet and John Tzinberg) and
three City Council members (Nancy Gardner, chair, Leslie Daigle and Don Webb). Staff
support was provided by Sharon Wood, later replaced by John Kappeler, and Kim Rieff.
Other participants included the city's traffic engineer, representatives from the Police
Department, representatives from the Orange County Bicycle Coalition and various
members of the public.
Task Force Final Report:
Meeting every other week, the group researched the California Vehicle Code (CVC), the
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), OCTA resources, other state and
regional guidelines and regulations, published research from other transportation
professionals and cycling programs in other cities. Committee members also offered
their own personal and professional experience and knowledge to create the attached
final report.
The report includes sections on education and outreach, road improvements, and a
section on encouraging cycling within the community. Additionally, (as noted below)
each section of the report includes a list of recommendations for City Council
consideration.
It should be noted that, although City staff members provided limited support and input
to the Task Force, staff has not analyzed the findings or recommendations of the Task
Force. If the City Council chooses to direct staff to follow up on any of the road
improvements recommendations, staff would need to analyze the location and the
recommended solution.
Task Force Recommendations:
Education and Outreach
1. Update the City's bicycle trails map
2. Disseminate bicycle safety information
3. Increase participation and coordination with schools
4. Update the City's master bike plan
5. Host coordination meetings with the Police Department and bicycle advocates
Road Improvements
6. Install improved signage
7. Develop a sharrows program and guidelines
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8. Implement a sharrow demonstration project
9. Identify areas where auto traffic and bike traffic coordination could be improved.
Encouraging Cycling
10. Develop a City bike rack policy, including design guidelines
11. Promote a "Day without Cars" campaign and coordination with Bike to Work
Week, May 17 -21
12. Create a permanent city bicycle committee
Prepared by:
Submitted by:
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Code & WQ Enforcement Manager Assistant City Manager
Attachment: Final Report — Task Force on Cycling Safety
TASK FORCE ON CYCLING SAFETY
FINAL REPORT
MARCH 22ND, 2010
In September, 2009, the Newport Beach City Council established the Task Force on
Cycling Safety. As part of Resolution 2009 -67, the committee was asked to:
• Improve safety of streets and highways for cyclists, including but not limited to
additional bike lane designations and "Share the Road" signs.
• Suggest ways to encourage the cycling community to be fully respectful of autos,
pedestrians and all traffic laws (including speed limits especially along Ocean
Front Walk, Back Bay Drive and in Newport Coast, red lights, stop signs and their
obligation to ride no more than two abreast during group rides.
• Suggest ways to encourage auto drivers to respect cyclists' rights to use roads,
including education programs using existing City publications.
The Task Force was made up of six citizens, all avid cyclists (Sean Matsler, Daniel
Murphy, Francis Peters, Jr., Anthony Petros, James Sweet and John Tzinberg) and
three City Council members (Nancy Gardner, chair, Leslie Daigle and Don Webb). Staff
support was provided by Sharon Wood, later replaced by John Kappeler, and Kim
Rieff). Other participants included the city's traffic engineer, representatives of the
Police Department, the public information officer, representatives of the Orange County
Bicycle Coalition and various members of the public.
Meeting every other week, the group researched the California Vehicle Code (CVC), the
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), OCTA resources, other state and
regional guidelines and regulations, published research from other transportation
professionals and cycling programs in other cities. Additionally, members of the
committee offered their own personal and professional experience and knowledge to
create the following report. The Task Force is aware of the City's finite resources, but
urges that these recommendations be a priority. The Task Force also recommends a
city bicycle committee be established with a mission of outreach and coordination with
similar efforts throughout the state and of researching available grants for cycling
programs.
1. EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
Safety for all users of the public rights of way is of paramount importance to the City of
Newport Beach. Drivers need to understand the rights of cyclists, and cyclists need to
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understand the importance of riding safely. This is a matter of education, and from the
beginning, it was clear that there were a number of different markets to be targeted:
serious cyclists, bike commuters, recreational cyclists, families, students and visitors.
To reach these different audiences, a variety of media and messages will be necessary.
The following tools, not in any priority, are suggested for City Council consideration:
A. Bike Map indicating the various existing bike routes within the city. This would be
available at bike shops, city venues including libraries, hotels and other visitor
destinations and spots where cyclists congregate as well as on line. A cell phone
application (app) for iPhone and others should also be considered. Ideally, such a map
would include:
1. "Family friendly" alternate routes for areas such as PCH through Corona del Mar
2. Statistics such as individual and overall route mileage
3. Color coordination with maps of other jurisdictions keying off th e County of
Orange map.
4. Safety instructions and Rules of the Road (Attachment A)
5. All existing bicycle facilities connecting to and traveling through Newport Beach.
This would include all Class I bike paths, Class II bike lanes and Class III Bike
routes and other facilities supporting bicycle travel.
6. Significant land uses and landmarks relevant to multimodal travel.
B. Dissemination of Safety Information through media such as:
1. City's web site and e- alerts.
2. NBTV program on bike safety
3. E -mail blasts to bicycle clubs
4. PSA's at Council, Planning Commission and Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Commission meetings
5. City- sponsored bike safety days
C. School Participation can be encouraged by providing information about:
1. Police Department bike safety classes for students
2. Collaboration between the City and the school district in the identification of safe
routes to schools (Attachment B)
3. Encourage the school district to implement a plentiful supply of bike racks at
schools.
D. Update City's Master Bike Plan to include the existing but undesignated
connection over San Diego Creek from Jamboree to the bridge.
E. Update City's Bicycle Trails Map to be used as the Bike Map in Item A, including
adding:
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1. Newport Coast including Vista Ridge, Ridge Park and Pelican Hills Road
2. Castaways
3. Crystal Cove State Park
4. San Diego Creek to Bayside
5. Jamboree Road Bridge to Balboa Island
6. Reinforce Back Bay Loop Trail
F. Joint Meeting With Police and Bicycle Advocates to deal with the perception by
cyclists that motorists are unaware of laws affecting cyclists and that law enforcement is
not sensitive to cyclists. This could include:
1. Consideration of training similar to Los Angeles Police Department highlighting
cycling laws, regulations and contemporary planning and engineering practices
2. Task Force recommends the City Council consider a joint meeting with the Police
Department and cycling groups to discuss perspectives on law enforcement and
bicycle safety.
2. ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
The Task Force identified areas where it felt that the interaction of auto traffic and bike
traffic could be improved. Some are simple, some innovative, none expensive. The
Task Force recommends the City Council consider implementation of the following
capital improvements, again in no order of priority:
A. Improved Signage
1. More "Share the Road" signs in locations consistent with the MUTCD guidelines
2. More signs showing sanctioned and alternate bicycle routes
B. Sharrows Program — Bicyclists have the same rights as cars on roads. Sharrows,
which are being used in a number of cities including Long Beach, are a way of
reinforcing what is already legal by unique pavement markings (see Attachment C).
1. The Task Force recommends the City Council direct staff to develop engineering
guidelines to define roadway conditions and environmental characteristics (i.e.
traffic volume, adjacent land use, traffic speeds, on- street parking, etc.) that are
appropriate for the implementation of sharrows in Newport Beach. Criteria
should also be developed for the evaluation of any sharrow program which
balances the needs of motorists and cyclists.
2. Based on the guidelines, implement a Sharrows demonstration project to be
completed within one year of acceptance of the Task Force recommendations.
The design of the demonstration project should consider all recognized types of
sharrow, markings and /or striping. Awareness should be given to the type of paint
used to minimize hazards when wet.
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3. If the demonstration program is deemed successful by Public Works staff and the
City Council, develop a list and map of suitable locations and an implementation
schedule to expand the sharrows to other appropriate streets. One particular site
discussed as a potential for sharrows by the Task Force was PCH through
Corona del Mar.
C. Focus Areas are those areas which the Task Force believes could be improved to
coordinate a more efficient and shared use of the public right of way. Depending
on the area, the shared use may be improved with signage, bike lanes, sharrows,
striping, etc. Attachment D provides a preliminary list.
1. Complete list of Focus Areas and determine appropriate action
2. Select one of the listed free right turn lane locations along PCH as a
demonstration project for an innovative striping plan. MacArthur, being within
the City's jurisdiction, is recommended.
3. ENCOURAGING CYCLING
Cycling is a sustainable form of transportation. It is good exercise, can reduce vehicular
congestion and emissions and is something that fits well into the Newport Beach
lifestyle with its great year -round weather and relatively level topography. Several
actions have been identified by the Task Force to encourage cycling:
A. Bike Racks
1. Establish a policy requiring bike racks for development of a certain size and for
all public development.
2. Identify and rectify current areas of bike rack deficiency (Attachment E)
3. Insure that bike racks are well- designed and consider developing a unique
design and /or color scheme for the City.
4. Consider permitting commercial signage on racks as a funding source.
B. Day without Cars
1. Consider declaring a "Day Without Cars" and work with residents and schools to
highlight. Coordinate with Bike -to- Work -Week, May 17 -21.
DEADLINES
The Task Force respectfully requests that for those suggestions which Council
accepts, deadlines be established so that progress can be monitored.
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ATTACHMENT A-- SUGGESTED MAP LANGUAGE
NO MATTER WHAT YOUR MEANS OF CONVEYANCE, BE COURTEOUS TO
OTHERS ON THE ROAD. OBEY ALL TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SPEED LIMITS.
BICYCLE EQUIPMENT
HELMETS
Bicycle helmets are required for anyone under 18 years of age both as riders and
passengers. Helmets are strongly encouraged for every rider.
TIRES
Be sure there are adequate tread and no physical defects that might cause failure.
Always carry a spare tube and air in case of a flat, and be sure that you are in a safe
place when changing a flat.
SEAT
The seat should be firmly attached. A good test is to pick up the bicycle by the seat. If
the seat creaks, the seatpost may be broken. Get it fixed.
CLOTHING
Wear easily visible colors like yellow and lime green. Control loose slacks with a pants
clip or rubber band.
RULES OF THE ROAD
Always ride with the flow of traffic. Where there is a bicycle lane or trail, cyclists should
ride in that lane.
POSITION
In general, keep to the right. Where there are parked cars, ride far enough away to
avoid being hit by an opening door. On narrow roads with no shoulder or bike lane, ride
closer to the center of the lane to prevent motorists from passing when there is
insufficient room.
STOP SIGNS AND TRAFFIC LIGHTS
Obey all stop signs and signal lights.
HAND SIGNALS
Signal before you turn or change lanes. Check to make sure that motorists and other
cyclists have seen the signal.
RIGHT TURNS
Stay in the right -hand lanes of both streets. Be careful of cars turning in front of or into
you.
LEFT TURNS
Use designated left turn lanes, but never from a lane where a car to your left might
proceed straight. If uncomfortable using the left -turn lane, make a pedestrian -type turn
from the right lane.
SIDEWALKS
Bicycles cannot be ridden on sidewalks except where signs are posted permitting such.
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The map indicates such sidewalks in (color). If you are riding on a permitted sidewalk,
remember that pedestrians have the right of way.
IMPEDING FLOW
Never leave a bicycle lying on its side or parked on a sidewalk so as to impede
pedestrian traffic.
PACKAGES
Don't carry packages that prevent you from keeping at least one hand on the
handlebars at all times.
IN GROUPS
Don't ride too close or with your front wheel next to the rear wheel of the bike in front of
you. Ride two- abreast at most, and only where there is a clear bike lane. If the road
narrows or the bike lane goes away, ride single file. Make sure that the group leader
crosses through signals in a manner that allows all cyclists in the group to pass without
the back riders running a red light.
RIDING AT NIGHT
If you ride in the dark you are required to have a lamp that illuminates at least 300 feet
in front and from the side, a red reflector visible from a distance of 500 feet, a white or
yellow reflector on each pedal, shoe or ankle visible for 200 feet, and either front
reflectorized tires or a white or yellow reflector on each side to the front and rear.
CELL AND EAR PHONES
Don't ride and talk. If you need to make a phone call, pull to the side of the road. Do
not use ear buds that mask road noises.
FOR DRIVERS
Remember that cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as motorists.
Share the road
Look carefully for cyclists before:
Turning right
Merging into bicycle lanes
Opening your car door next to moving traffic.
Give at least a three -foot space when passing a cyclist.
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ATTACHMENT B -- SCHOOL RESOURCES
Safe Routes to School National Partnership, hftp : / /www.saferoutespartnershp.oM/
California Safe Routes to School,
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/LocalPrograms/Saferoutes/saferoutes.htm
National Center for Safe Routes to School, www.saferoutesinfo.org
Federal Safety Routes to School Program, http: / /safety.fhwa.dot.gov /saferoutes/
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, http: / /www.nhtsa.aov/
Safe Routes to School Guide, www.saferoutesinfo.org /guide
Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, www.pedbikeinfo.org
Local Assistance Procedures Manual & Local Assistance Program Guidelines,
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/Loca]Programs/public.htm
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ATTACHMENT C-- SHARROWS
Shared Lane Markings (aka "sharrows ")
Sharrows are painted pavement markings that indicate a lane or road is shared by cars
and bicycles. As explained in the February, 2004 San Francisco Shared Lane Marking
Study:
"Traffic curb lanes on signed /shared Class III bikeways (a.k.a. 'signed shared roadways'
in other states) are often too narrow to be safely shared side -by -side by cyclists and
passing motorists. On these routes, cyclists wishing to stay out of the way of drivers
often ride too close to parked cars and risk being struck by a suddenly opened car door
(being 'doored'). To avoid this, experienced cyclists ride further to the left and position
themselves closer to the center of narrow lanes. This is permitted by the California
Vehicle Code (C.V.C. 21202), but it often irritates motorists who are not aware that this
is permitted. Many cities have experimented with a 'shared lane marking' as a potential
solution. The marking does not connote a separated bicycle lane, but instead directs
the bicyclist to travel outside the car door zone and encourage safe co- existence."
San Francisco's study had a number of goals: to improve the position of both motorists
and bicyclists on roadways without bicycle lanes, reduce aggressive motorist behavior
and encourage correct bicyclist riding behavior. The city also looked to sharrows to
inform motorists to expect bicyclists on the roadway; to inform motorists that bicyclists
may indeed legally ride further to the left in the travel lane, even if that means blocking
the lane at times; to inform bicyclists how to position themselves in the lane with respect
to the curb or parked cars to avoid hazards. The city found that shared lane pavement
markings had a positive impact on motorist and cyclist behavior, positions, and safety.
These results were complementary to a 1999 Florida study (Florida Department of
Transportation, Evaluation of the Shared -Use Arrow).
The February, 2004 San Francisco study found that the bike - and - chevron marking
(example) had a stronger impact and reduced wrong -way riding. This is the marking
that the Task Force recommends:
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ATTACHMENT D —FOCUS AREAS (not in any priority)
1. PCH at Newport Coast Drive
FOCUS AREA: The 'free' right turn on northbound PCH onto Newport Coast
presents a challenge for cyclists. Northbound cyclists wishing to continue
traveling along PCH must move left as traffic accelerates onto Newport Coast.
Likewise, Newport Coast traffic merging onto northbound Coast Hwy complicates
cyclists moving past the intersection.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Add signage "Yield to Bikes:" add green colored
bike lane for cyclists continuing northbound or other innovative striping for
cyclists continuing northbound.
2. PCH through Corona del Mar
FOCUS AREA: Narrow
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Sharrows if warrants are met; alternate routes
3. PCH at MacArthur
FOCUS AREA: The 'free' right turn on northbound Coast Hwy onto MacArthur
presents a challenge for both pedestrians and cyclists. Northbound cyclists
wishing to continue traveling along Coast Hwy must move left as traffic
accelerates onto MacArthur. Likewise, MacArthur traffic merging onto northbound
PCH complicates cyclists moving to the right lane.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Add signage "Yield to Bikes;" add green colored
bike lane or other innovative striping for cyclists continuing northbound
4. PCH and Jamboree
FOCUS AREA: Northbound cyclists wishing to continue traveling along Coast
Hwy must move left as traffic accelerates onto Jamboree. Likewise, Jamboree
traffic merging onto northbound Coast Hwy complicates cyclists moving past the
intersection.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Add signage "Yield to Bikes;" add green colored
bike lane or other innovative striping for cyclists continuing northbound
5. PCH at Dover
FOCUS AREA: Northbound cyclists wishing to continue traveling along Coast
Hwy must move left as traffic accelerates onto Dover. On the southbound side of
Coast Hwy at the bus stop, the sidewalk/curb juts into the path of continuing
cyclists forcing them into the traffic lane.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Add signage "Yield to Bikes "; add green colored
bike lane or other innovative striping for cyclists continuing northbound; on the
southbound side, move the sidewalk to allow uninterrupted bike path.
6. PCH through Mariner's Mile
FOCUS AREA: Narrow
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Sharrows, if warrants are met; alternate routes
7. PCH and Newport Blvd.
FOCUS AREA: Cyclists wishing to continue northbound along PCH must move
left as traffic turns onto Old Newport Blvd. The next challenge is auto traffic
merging onto southbound Newport Blvd.
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POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Add signage "Yield to Bikes ;" at both locations add
a green colored bike lane or other innovative striping for cyclists continuing
westbound
8. PCH near Santa Ana River
FOCUS AREA: bicyclists traveling southbound from the SAR conflict with
pedestrians trying to cross the street.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: a curb cut to allow transfer from the sidewalk trail
to the on- street bike lane before the Orange Street intersection
9. Vista Ridge, Ridge Park
FOCUS AREA: drivers unaware of cyclists and their speed
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Signs including share the road and watch downhill
speed, add bike lanes.
10. Bayside from Carnation to El Paseo Dr
FOCUS AREA: Narrow
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Share the Road sign
11. Bayside between PCH and Jamboree /Marine
FOCUS AREA: cyclists enjoy a newly painted bike lane that ends as the road
narrows. Access to the bike path on the sidewalk is prevented due to the curb.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Cut the curb to allow easy access to the sidewalk
bike path. Also, extend red curb paint to prevent parked cars from encroaching
on this new curb cut. Consider this as a potential area for sharrows.
12. Bayside Drive and trail near Dunes entrance
FOCUS AREA: visibility of vehicles exiting Dunes
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Bike Crossing sign, trim landscaping
13. Back Bay Drive /PCH /Bayside
FOCUS AREA: Coming off the bike trail and transferring to heavy- traffic roads.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Add signs at Bayside and Coast Hwy directing
cyclists heading to the beach to travel along Bayside to Balboa Island and the
ferry.
14. Back Bay Drive near Park Newport
FOCUS AREA: visibility
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: warning signs, striping.
15. Dover south of 16th Street and Cliff, between 15th and 16th
FOCUS AREA: narrowing of bike lane
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: revise edge striping
16. W Balboa Blvd, between 23rd and 21St Streets
FOCUS AREA: Southbound cyclists on Balboa Blvd. must quickly cross two
traffic lanes to continue their progression on Balboa Blvd
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Add Share the Road sign
17. Bayside Drive at Dunes Entrance
FOCUS AREA: Left hand turn from northbound bike trail on to westbound N.
Bayside Drive presents a conflict with eastbound N. Bayside Drive autos
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: signage (for cyclists and motorists), speed bumps,
striping /street paint, and a parking red zone on the south frontage of N. Bayside
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18. Superior Ave approaching PCH
FOCUS AREA: Bike lane is interrupted, leaving cyclists uncertain as to their
position
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT: Dotted line to indicate correct lanes for the various
directions.
The Task Force recognizes and fully understands that each of the Focus Areas and
possible improvement will need further research and study by professional traffic
engineers to determine the feasibility thereof.
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ATTACHMENT E - -BIKE RACKS
AREAS LACKING BIKE RACKS OR NEEDING ADDITIONAL RACKS
• The Wedge
• Big Corona
Most city parks
• Newport Pier
• 15th St. and Boardwalk
• 28th St. and Boardwalk
• Orange and PCH
• Seashore Dr. at 57th St.
• Corona del Mar and Balboa Island business districts
TYPES OF BIKE RACKS
The most common types of bike racks such as the wavy ribbon style are relatively
inexpensive but are often viewed as inefficient and difficult to use. For examples of
different ideas and suggestions on how and where to use them, the following are
helpful:
Vancouver's Bike Rack Planning Booklet, http: / /www.bv.com.au /bike - parking /43450/
http: / /www.commercialappeal.com /news /2009 /apr /11 /functional -art/
http://www.ameribike.com/catalog/racks/rack-intro.html
www.labikeplan.org
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► Background
► Task Force /Committee Members
► Committee Final Report & Recommendations
► Questions /Comments
Background
► September 2009 - Task force created via
Resolution 2009 -67
► Committee met bi- monthly from mid
November through the end of March.
► Developed a Final Report/ Recommendations
Committee Members
► Council Member, Nancy Gardner - Chair
► Council Member, Leslie Daigle
► Council Member, Don Webb
► Daniel Murphy
► Francis (Frank) Peters
► .Jim Sweet
► Sean Matsler
► Tony Petros
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Recommendations
► Education & Outreach
► Road Improvements
► Encouraging Cycling
Education &Outreach
► Update the City's bicycle trails map
► Disseminate bicycle safety information
► Increase participation and coordination with schools
► Update the City's master bike plan
► Host coordination meetings with the Police Department and
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► Install Improved (Additional) Signage
► Develop a "Sharrows" Program and Guidelines
► Implement a Sharrows Demonstration Project
► Develop a "Focus Areas" Program
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Bicycle Lane Width:
The bicycle lane Width through the interchange shodd be the
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Focus Areas
1. PCH at Newport Coast Drive
2. PCH through Corona del Mar
3. PCH at MacArthur
4. PCH at Jamboree
5. PCH at Dover
6. PCH through Mariner's Mile
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PCH near the Santa Ana River
Vista Ridge and Ridge Park
Bayside Dr (between Carnation and El Paseo)
Bayside Dr (between PCH and Jamboree /Marine)
Bayside Dr and Trail (near Dunes Entrance)
Back Bay Dr /PCH / Bayside Dr
Back Bay Dr near Park Newport
Dover South of 16th St and Cliff Dr (between 15th and 16th)
West Balboa Blvd (between 23rd and 21St)
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► Develop a City Bike Rack Policy, including Design Guidelines
► Promote a "Day Without Cars" and "Bike to Work Week"
► Create a Permanent City Bicycle Committee
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Areas Lacking or Needing Additional Bike Racks
- The Wedge - 15th St / 28th St at Boardwalk
- Big Corona - Seashore Dr at 57th St
- Most City Parks - Orange St and PCH
- Newport Pier - CdM and Balboa Island
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