Item 6E
Ordinance 1075B –Amendment to the Southlake 2030 Mobility Master Plan
Item 6E
Item 6E is the second reading on Ordinance No. 1075-B, amendment to the Southlake 2030 Mobility Master Plan. I will be summarizing the recommended changes from the first reading.
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Proposed New Active Transportation Recommendations
Staff reviewed the committee’s feedback, and determined the extent to which proposed bicycle safety initiatives could be implemented in the context of existing 2030 recommendations and
separated findings into two separate charts:
The first applied a possible “go forward plan”, or implementation metric, which could be added to a department work plan without an amendment
to the Mobility Mater Plan (EXAMPLES - )
Other initiatives that would require an amendment to the 2030 Mobility Master Plan were identified. Those are shown on this and the next slide.
AT
14 – Quarterly meeting/representative
AT 15 – Explore opportunities in the design process – Brumlow – dedicated bake lane
AT 16 – Bike Safety – Combine with Summer Kick off – Building
safety month
AT 17 – Work with the CEC – development forum, water forum
AT 18 – Presentation of Story Maps last meeting
AT 19 – Grant funding opportuning – Alternative Transportation
Funding through the State – NTCOG Is the clearing house
Staff provided a strategic link and proposed priority tier for the 11 proposed Active Transportation recommendations
(Next
slide contains AT20 – AT25)
*The reason this chart starts at AT14 is because there are crosswalk recommendations from AT10 – AT13 in the Mobility Master Plan*
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Proposed New Active Transportation Recommendations, Continued
AT 20 – Resurrect former committee
AT 21 – New and signage and sharrow on Kimball – other efforts (i.e. story map, bike shop literature)
AT 22 -
AASHTO – American Association of State
Highway Transportation Officials (nonprofit association representing highway and transportation departments in the 50 states…guided by a board of directors, primary goal is to foster
the development etc. of an integrated national transportation system) C.O.S. uses these design guidelines for streets / roadways
MUTCD – Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices – Used
by the Federal Highway Administration and the City of Southlake for signage on markings; sets minimum standards and provides guidance, ensures uniformity of traffic control devices across
the nation.
NACTO – National Association of City Transportation Officials (nonprofit association that represents large cities on transportation issues of local, regional and national
significance – wrote the Urban Bikeway Design Guide)
“The purpose of the NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide (part of the Cities for Cycling initiative) is to provide cities with state-of-the-practice
solutions that can help create complete streets that are safe and enjoyable for bicyclists.”
From the FHWA Memo Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Design Flexibility: “While not directly
referenced in the AASHTO Bike Guide, many of the treatments in the NACTO Guide are compatible with the AASHTO Bike Guide and demonstrate new and innovative solutions for the varied urban
settings across the country…The vast majority of treatments illustrated in the NACTO Guide are either allowed or not precluded by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices(MUTCD).”
AT23 – Examples: smart bike safety gadgets - retro-reflective’ paint, Revolights are a system of white and red LEDs mounted on the bike's front and rear wheels which light up as the
wheels spin, loud bicycle horns, Smartphone and apps technologies are good but how do we get public authorities involved to bring cycling and walking into new 'smart' infrastructure
design?
Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) & Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon (RRFB)
RRFB at intersection of Carroll Ave. / Ownby Ln.
AT 24 – Designation
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Bicycle route Signs – at25
City of Southlake
City of
Southlake
Kimball Ave.
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Adopted Bicycle Facility Map
Proposed Bicycle Facility Map
Tier 1 Signed Route
Tier 3 Signed Route/
Remove Sharrows
Designate Kimball from Dove St to Hwy 26 as a tier 1 bicycle signed roadway
Designate Kirkwood as a Tier 3 Signed Route –noting that signage should be placed on Kirkwood upon the
construction of a continous east west roadway.
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Recommendations – Intersection Capacity Analysis
Removing the current recommendations in the plan that address intersections and crosswalks and replace those recommendations with 87 recommendations generated by the Kimley Horn Traffic
analysis study.
In an effort to address the number one gap issue from the 2015 Citizen Satisfaction Survey, “Manage Traffic Congestion,” the City contracted with Kimley-Horn to perform
a traffic analysis for various key intersections throughout the City.
The study entailed the engineering firm performing site inspections at 32 key intersections during the AM and
PM peak traffic periods to observe traffic conditions such as sight distance constraints, intersection operations and geometry, excessive queuing, and crosswalk locations. Following
the site inspections, the engineering firm conducted a traffic analysis on the intersections which included traffic computer modeling and traffic signal warrant analysis.
The engineering
firm made traffic improvement recommendations for each of the intersections studied. Examples of the recommendations include adding additional turn lanes, signal retiming, improved crosswalks,
better signage and adding roundabouts.
Included in proposed Amendment No. 1075B is a list of intersection capacity improvement recommendations based on the study. If approved, these
recommendations would replace the existing priority intersections list and map previously approved with the passage of Ordinance No. 1075 (pages 83 – 85, Southlake 2030 Mobility Master
Plan). The proposed recommendations are included in your packet as Exhibit “F.”
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Reprioritization of Existing Recommendation MT25
Existing prioritization (Tier 3)
Proposed prioritization (Tier 2)
Reprioritze MT 25 for the intersection of Davis and Contentintal.
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Davis BLVD/CONTINENTAL BLVD
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Reprioritization of Existing Recommendation MT3
Existing prioritization (Tier 2)
Proposed prioritization (Tier 3)
This slide illustrates the proposed change from a Tier 2 to a Tier 3 recommendation.
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Reprioritization of Existing Recommendation MT3
Proposed reprioritization from Tier 2 to Tier 3
Finally,
In order for recommendation implementation to be consistent with the intersection capacity analysis, staff is proposing a reprioritization of existing Southlake 2030 Mobility
Master Plan recommendation MT3 from a Tier 2 item, to a Tier 3 item. Cost related – purchasing of right of way – funding availability – Also finish the Davis/Continental intersection
project.
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Questions?
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I am happy to answer any questions the Commission may have for staff. A representative from Public Works is available to answer questions related to the intersection capacity analysis.
Thank
you
Intersections Studied
This slide represents the 30 intersections studied as part of the intersection capacity improvements study.
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Summary of Recommendations
Intersection Capacity Improvement Recommendations
Remove existing Priority Intersection List and Reference Map from Mobility Master Plan
Include the 87 proposed Intersection Capacity
Improvement Recommendations (IC1 - IC87)
Reprioritize existing recommendation MT3 & MT25
Bicycle Safety Recommendations
Include 12 Active Transportation Recommendations (AT14 - AT25)
Amend Bicycle Facilities Map and Recommendations
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City Council Motion – April 4, 2017
Approved (7-0) noting:
Include AT14 – AT24 and associated priority tiers
Removing existing Tier 2 sharrow on Kirkwood Blvd.
Kirkwood Blvd. reprioritized from Tier 1 to Tier 3 signed
route (contingent upon development)
Extending Tier 1 signed route on N. Kimball from Kirkwood and Dove to Dove and 1709
Removing Tier 1 sharrow route between Continental and S.H. 26
on S. Kimball
Tier 1 signed route between 1709 and S.H. 26 on S. Kimball, not signed and sharrow
Tier 1 signed route on Dove between Westlake and Grapevine City limits, not sharrow
Removing
existing Priority Intersections List (pages 83-84, existing Mobility Plan)
Removing the Priority Crosswalk Intersection Reference Map (page 85, existing Mobility Plan)
Including 87 proposed
intersection capacity improvement recommendations and priority tiers
Reprioritizing the priority tier for existing recommendation MT3 from Tier 2 to Tier 3
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Proposed Bicycle Facility Master Plan Recommendations
*Existing signage locations should be reviewed/reassessed to ensure optimal signage placement
**Requires private development of Kirkwood per Mobility Master Plan
Updated to include revisions per City Council motion on April 4, 2017
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Proposed Bicycle Facility Master Plan Recommendations, Continued
*Existing signage locations should be reviewed/reassessed to ensure optimal signage placement
**Requires private development of Kirkwood per Mobility Master Plan
Updated to include revisions per City Council motion on April 4, 2017
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Amendment Overview
Proposed recommendations of the Bicycle Safety Committee
Intersection Capacity Improvements
Reprioritization of an existing Mobility Master Plan recommendation
This slide provides summarizes generally the proposed amendments which include – read slide
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Bicycle Safety Committee
Committee formed by City Council
Consists of members of the Community Engagement Committee and Parks Board
Three committee meetings were conducted
Focus of the committee was primarily
safety and education
This Committee was formed at the joint City Council, SPDC, Parks Board meeting held on August 4, 2016
The focus of the committee was to address the results of the citizens survey results
in terms of facilities and focus on safety and education. The committee reviewed existing bicycle and active transportation recommendations and develop potential work items under the
existing recommendations in the mobility master plan and developed new recommendations (upcoming slide).
The Committee is composed of the Community Engagement Committee and Parks &
Recreation Board member Mitch Hill
Councilmember Chad Patton and Parks & Recreation Board Member Lori Palmer were also involved in the Bicycle Safety Committee
Three meetings were
conducted
September 26 – Review of existing Active Transportation recommendations, discussion of possible recommendations
November 14 – Review of proposed recommendations
February
20 – Final review of proposed recommendations and map
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Timeline
City Council Work Session – February 21
Planning & Zoning Commission – March 23
SPIN Town Hall Forum – March 28
City Council 1st Reading – April 4
City Council Public Hearing – April
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Proposed Changes to Bicycle Facility Plan Recommendations
*Existing signage locations should be reviewed/reassessed to ensure optimal signage placement
**Requires private development of Kirkwood per Mobility Master Plan
Presented to City Council April 4, 2017
The proposed changes to the Bicycle Facility Master Plan Map would necessitate amending the Bicycle Facility Plan Recommendations. This slide and the next illustrate the changes identified
on the Bicycle Facility Master Plan Map.
Please note, staff is not recommending “sharrows” along Kirkwood Blvd. or Kimball Ave.
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Proposed Changes to Bicycle Facility Plan Recommendations, Continued
*Existing signage locations should be reviewed/reassessed to ensure optimal signage placement
**Requires private development of Kirkwood per Mobility Master Plan
Presented to City Council April 4, 2017
Kirkwood Blvd. is proposed to be removed as a Tier II item given the dependence on private development for Kirkwood Blvd. to be completed
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Recommendation Categories
Education and Promotion
Safe Behavior and Enforcement
Planning and Infrastructure
Education and Promotion – “By teaching pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists to practice safe behavior while out on the City’s roads, sidewalks, and trails, we can create a safer, more
welcoming active transportation network. Education and training increase confidence which translates into a greater number of individuals choosing to utilize active transportation options.”
Pg. 58, Mobility Master Plan
Safe Behavior and Enforcement – “While it is important to educate citizens about safe biking, walking, and driving habits, there must be effective enforcement
of the rules of the road. Motorists who exceed the speed limit or fail to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks should be held accountable for their actions. Likewise, bicyclists and pedestrians
that fail to follow traffic laws should also be held accountable.” Pg. 61, Mobility Master Plan
Planning and Infrastructure – “Planning and Infrastructure includes physical improvements
to the City’s active transportation network as well as policy improvements. Pg. 61, Mobility Master Plan
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Existing Recommendations – “Go Forward Plan”
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Existing Recommendations, Continued
Back to Presentation
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Proposed Recommendations
Participation in Bicycle Safety Month represents an item with a safe behavior and enforcement component as well as an education and promotion component
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Proposed Recommendations, Continued
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Proposed Recommendations, Continued
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Comprehensive Plan
Citizens Survey Strategy Map 2030 Mobility Plan Capital Improvements
Plan
Projects are identified in the 2030 Mobility Plan and prioritized for funding as either Tier 1 (1 -3 years); Tier 2 (4 to 6 years); or Tier 3 (7 + years). Funding for these mobility
projects are primarily through the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
Recognizing the importance of the link between the CIP and implementation of the master plans, proposed
CIP projects are required to demonstrate strategic linkage through goals, objectives or specific project recommendations outlined in the City’s Comprehensive Plan (Southlake 2030 Plan).
There
are 161 current Mobility Master Plan Recommendations:
67 – Tier I
22 – Tier II
72 – Tier III
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Existing Active Transportation Recommendations
Existing recommendations
During the first meeting (September 26th) staff met with the Bicycle Safety Committee and presented the adopted active transportation recommendations related to bicycling from the Southlake
2030 Mobility Master Plan
Staff highlighted several possible action items that were each framed in the context of these existing recommendations.
The Committee provided feedback on
these action items in addition to suggesting other potential recommendations
[Potential action items for these recommendations were grouped into one of three categories established
by the Mobility Master Plan: Education and Promotion, Safe Behavior and Enforcement, and Planning and Infrastructure.]
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Existing Bicycle Facilities Master Plan Recommendations
Moving on now to the Bicycle Facilities Master Plan…The Bicycle Facility Master Plan is a component of the 2030 Mobility Master Plan.
Staff discussed possible changes to this map with
members of the Bicycle Safety Committee to help bicyclists traverse the City on designated routes and to assist riders access the Cottonbelt Trail from Southlake.
The next slide demonstrates
revisions to the Bicycle Facility Master Plan.
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Staff Recommended Proposed Bicycle Facilities Map
Staff: No sharrows
(N. Kimball –Dove to
FM 1709)
Staff: No sharrows
(Kirkwood)
Presented to City Council April 4, 2017
This image illustrates the revised map and legend featuring the proposed changes – this map essentially combines the two images from the previous slide, and includes a revised legend.
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did want to point out, that after further research, staff will not be recommending placement of shared lane markings (sharrows) on along Kimball Ave. or future Kirkwood blvd. as illustrated
on the map to the right.
The Federal Highway Administration provides the following guidance within Section 9C.07 Shared Lane Marking of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MUTCD):
The Shared Lane Marking should not be placed on roadways that have a speed limit above 35 mph.
Although not yet fully constructed, staff believes that upon completion, Kirkwood
Blvd. will have a posted speed limit exceeding 35 MPH. N. Kimball Ave. (north of SH 114) has a posted speed limit of 40 MPH. The speed limit along Dove Rd. is 30 MPH, so the recommended
sharrow along this route is not inconsistent with MUTCD or NACTO guidelines.
The proposed changes to the Bicycle Facility Master Plan Map would necessitate amending the Bicycle Facility
Plan Recommendations. The proposed changes to the Bicycle Facility Plan Recommendations are illustrated in Exhibit “D” in the memo distributed with the packet. This packet includes the
additions of the sharrow routes along Kirkwood and Kimball, which staff will not be recommending
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Proposed Bicycle Facility Master Plan Map
No sharrows per City Council motion
This image illustrates the revised map and legend featuring the proposed changes – this map essentially combines the two images from the previous slide, and includes a revised legend.
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did want to point out, that after further research, staff will not be recommending placement of shared lane markings (sharrows) on along Kimball Ave. or future Kirkwood blvd. as illustrated
on the map to the right.
The Federal Highway Administration provides the following guidance within Section 9C.07 Shared Lane Marking of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MUTCD):
The Shared Lane Marking should not be placed on roadways that have a speed limit above 35 mph.
Although not yet fully constructed, staff believes that upon completion, Kirkwood
Blvd. will have a posted speed limit exceeding 35 MPH. N. Kimball Ave. (north of SH 114) has a posted speed limit of 40 MPH. The speed limit along Dove Rd. is 30 MPH, so the recommended
sharrow along this route is not inconsistent with MUTCD or NACTO guidelines.
The proposed changes to the Bicycle Facility Master Plan Map would necessitate amending the Bicycle Facility
Plan Recommendations. The proposed changes to the Bicycle Facility Plan Recommendations are illustrated in Exhibit “D” in the memo distributed with the packet. This packet includes the
additions of the sharrow routes along Kirkwood and Kimball, which staff will not be recommending
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Figure 9C-9. Shared Lane Marking - MUTCD, 2009 Edition, published by FHWA
Speed Limit Exhibit
Sharrows recommend on green and orange routes
Shared Lane Marking Benefits from NACTO – Urban Bikeway Design Guide
Encourages bicyclists to position themselves safely in lanes too narrow
for a motor vehicle and a bicycle to comfortably travel side by side within the same traffic lane.
Alerts motor vehicle drivers to the potential presence of bicyclists.
Alerts road
users of the lateral position bicyclists are expected to occupy within the travel lane.
Indicates a proper path for bicyclists through difficult or potentially hazardous situations,
such as railroad tracks.
Advertises the presence of bikeway routes to all users.
Provides a wayfinding element along bike routes.
Demonstrated to increase the distance between bicyclists
and parked cars, keeping bicyclists out of the “door zone.”
Encourages safe passing by motorists.
Requires no additional street space.
Reduces the incidence of sidewalk riding.
Reduces
the incidence of wrong-way bicycling.
Used by at least 76 jurisdictions in 26 States as of 2009, including most NACTO member cities.
Shared Lane Marking (Sharrow) from the MUTCD Section
9C.07:
Assist bicyclists with lateral positioning in a shared lane with on-street parallel parking in order to reduce the chance of a bicyclist's impacting the open door of a parked
vehicle,
Assist bicyclists with lateral positioning in lanes that are too narrow for a motor vehicle and a bicycle to travel side by side within the same traffic lane,
Alert road users
of the lateral location bicyclists are likely to occupy within the traveled way,
Encourage safe passing of bicyclists by motorists, and
Reduce the incidence of wrong-way bicycling.
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