Miami-Dade 2040 LRTP - Oct. 23, 2014

E-18| MOBILITY OPTIONS 2014 Congestion Management Process Update Cambridge Systematics, Inc. (8) Bicycle and Pedestrian Strategies Strategies/Projects New Sidewalks and Designated Bicycle Lanes on Local Streets. Enhancing the visibility of bicycle and pedestrian facilities increases the perception of safety. In many cases, bike lanes can be added to existing roadways through restriping. Use of bicycling and walking is often discouraged by a fragmentary, incomplete network of sidewalks and shared use facilities. Improved Bicycle Facilities at Transit Stations and Other Trip Destinations. Bicycle racks and bike lockers at transit stations and other trip destinations increase security. Additional amenities such as locker rooms with showers at workplaces provide further incentives for using bicycles. Design Guidelines for Pedestrian-Oriented Development Maximum block lengths, building setback restrictions, and streetscape enhancements are examples of design guidelines that can be codified in zoning ordinances to encourage pedestrian activity. Improved Safety of Existing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities. Maintaining lighting, signage, striping, traffic control devices, and pavement quality, and installing curb cuts, curb extensions, median refuges, and raised crosswalks can increase bicycle and pedestrian safety. Bike Sharing Programs Short-term bicycle rental program supported by a network of automated rental stations . Promote Bicycle and Pedestrian Use Through Education and Information Dissemination Bicycle and pedestrian use can be promoted through educational programs and through distribution of maps of bicycle facility/multi- use path maps. Exclusive Non-Motorized Rights-of-Way. Abandoned rail rights-of-way and existing parkland can be used for medium-to long distance bike trails, improving safety and reducing travel times. Adopt and implement a Complete Streets policy Policy that takes into account all users of streets rather than just autos, with a goal of completing the streets with adequate facilities for all users. A “Complete Street” is one designed and operated to enable safe access for all users including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and transit riders of all ages and abilities.