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Appendices

estes valleymaster trails plan

Appendix A: Public Meeting Summaries

August 12 Meeting Summary

February 18 Meeting Summary

April 28 Meeting Summary

Estes Valley Trails Plan Open House

August 12, 2015 Public Meeting Questions and Comments

Your Trail Vision I. What is your vision for an Estes Valley trail network? What do you value about trails? What should our

trail goals be? II. How can the trail system better serve locals and visitors? Can and how might trails play a factor in the

Estes economy? III. What aspects of the current trail system are meeting or exceeding your expectations? IV. What are common comments you hear around the community about trails?

• Sky’s the limit • Everything connects • Multi Use, Multi-Purpose • Inter-connected for all uses • Connection to Park – priority • Additional Trails – Homestead Meadows • Facilities – Restrooms, Drinking Fountains, Kiosks, Maps • Signs-way finding, cultural, historical • Both soft & hard trail surfaces • Integrate trails & planning into future growth • Consideration of mountain biking needs • “Loop Trails” should be considered • Trailheads & facilities for cyclists • Connectivity to neighborhoods, major activity centers

o YMCA, Rock Inn • Smartphone tech, Apps for trails *website • Trails appeal to all ages • Bike rental facilities, racks, racks on shuttles/buses • More marketing tools for businesses to use • Rate the trails, difficulty, age, etc. • Critical mass – revenue generator • Safety for families, cyclist • Improved facilities/amenities for cyclists • Equestrian & pedestrian & bikes • Parking • Business incentives for trail usage

• “Look for” signage & markers along trail • Educational/interactive trails • Stagecoach trail & other historical trails – right

of passage • Handouts – Informative, historical, etiquette • Regional connectivity – Estes, Drake, Glen

Haven, Lyons, RMNP • Inter-Valley Connectivity • Safe Crosswalks Hwy 34/36

o Improve existing • Never get into car • Safe access – visitor or local • Equestrian trail maps • Outside Town boundary trails • Better lighting at trailheads & in downtown • Clean – well maintenance • Cross Country Skiing? Rec-Usage? Special Loop • Trails – Lodges to downtown – help marketing • Shuttle stops to trailheads – year round access • Public bike Park – Loaners • Multiple trails – multiple accesses • Land acquisition for trails – prospect mountain,

Aspen Brook, Lily Lake, Dunraven • Trail Maps • Business training for lodges, caterers, rentals • “Trails of Estes” paraphernalia

Connectivity and Health I. Which trails do you use for health and exercise? What characterizes a good trail for your daily exercise?

II. Where are paths needed to better connect the community by bike, foot, or horse? What’s missing? III. Which neighborhoods should be served with trails?

• Carriage Hills & Allen’s park • Connectivity to Downtown in general – from

neighborhood & lodging • More bike facilities would promote more

exercise/health • Path along riverway – Moraine West to Mary’s Lake

o Downtown o Fall River Rd to downtown to Visitor Center

• Trails as transportation – not just as recreation but between places – as community

• Connection b/w Eagle Rock to Dry Gulch Rd • Canoe Trail in Estes Lake in Shallow Water side

(needs to be dredged) • Crossing Big Thompson – Pedestrian Crossing • Soft trails – more! For running & riding (horses) • Carriage hills to downtown • By hospital & H.S. – getting into town • Connect to visitor Center • Bike Lake to East Portal – from Fall River – thru

Park – make loop

• Bike community is a great answer to the parking problem

• Bike Connection to Hermit’s Park and other community destinations

• Characteristics – Proper/timely maintenance to address joints

o Clean shoulders – sweeping o Year round maintenance

• Protected bike lanes o Ballards o Median buffers, green lanes, awareness of

boundaries • Mtn. bike skills park @ Stanley park campus • Connect to community center/fair grounds

o Connect from affordable housing – where the kids are

• Prospect Mountain social trails – health wellness • Maps that show all of the trail opportunities

o Awareness & education o Trail descriptions – difficulty rating

• Aspenbrook – from YMCA to Lily Lake o F/U with YMCA on details of planning for trail

connectivity • Tie trails into nationalist education/guides

o Guided walks – economic tie to business/tourism packages

• Bike lane – Devil’s gulch + Dry Gulch o Raven Crest kids on bikes Eagle Rock

School. Good Sam • High Road- neighborhood • Easy Access & Safety & User buffers &

signage(good trail characteristics) • Connect to the Estes Cone to Lily Lake

(improve) • More mountain bike/cyclist amenities/ trails

(absence of opportunities) • Steamer Drive – Stanley & neighborhood

access • Mary’s Lake Campground – hwy 7 trail – paved

trails ends in Carriage Hills o Mary’s Lake to town o Should keep going to Allen’s park

• Loop Trail opportunity • All trail surfaces! Hard, soft, crusher fine • Ride/Access the park by path • Bear Lake Rd to Junction 36/Mary’s Lake rd. –

multi-use o Back to town

• Safe from YMCA to town • More Loop Trails • Loop from Brodie Rd to Fish Creek to Rec

Center

Community Hubs and Special Places- Questions: What are the main activity hubs, special community gathering places, trail destinations?

• Fish Creek to Lake • Bike along River (walk) • Bike path on South side of River Walk • Dry Gulch to Lake or D.T. • Devil’s Gulch • School to/from all directions • Highway 7 to Mary’s Lake Rd to Hwy 36 (loop) • Baldpate, Homer Rouse, Lily Lake • Glen Haven (cinnamon rolls) • To the Y from Downtown • Major areas, network to all major residents • Connect to: Steamer Dr, carriage hills, Mary’s lake, Dry

Gulch, Devils Gulch • Shops & events, Bond park, Post Office • Safeway (plan for summer) • Restaurants • Downtown • Fairgrounds • Schools • Commuters to work • For those with disabilities, as we get seasoned • Allen’s Park • A way from roads as much as possible

• Larger parking at trailheads – horse trailers • Library • Lily Lake to Y • Dunraven to RMNP old entrance to park • Lions Gulch • Pierson Park • Hermit Park • Fall R. connection to RMNP • RMNP – Beaver Meadows • David Dr. • The Barrel • Stanley Hotel • Mary Lake Lodge to everywhere for visitors • Trail access RMNP with no vehicle • Community Drive • Town Hall • Spokes for trail from centralized places • Spoke system E.P. D.T. • Big Thompson R • Trail to Lily Mtn. (no safe, adequate access) • Forest Service Rd. Person Park to Big Elk • Highway 34 Loveland • EP – Glen Haven – Drake -> Hwy 34 (LOOP)

• Crossing guards • Good Samaritan access • Moraine Ave • High Dr • Bikes Rakes

• Incentives for conservation easements • Ranch Meadows cross 34 safely • Crossing all rds, highways, safely • Distributed elk antlers for pedestrians to wear

when crossing roads

Recreation Questions I. How do you recreate on trails? What recreational opportunities would you like more of? What do you

enjoy most about existing trails, terrain, paths, etc? II. Which trails need expansion, upgrade, or change? What are the challenges/impediments?

III. Where are more recreational trails needed?

o Trails use types: riding, hiking, biking, running, walking, dog walking, climber’s access, boating, birding, fishing

o Want: o Mt. Biking along Aspen Brooke – to connect to Lily

Lake area o Develop Elkhorn trail to be similar to

Riverwalk – pedestrian mall o Bike racks & bike lanes

o Minimize car use o Rent-a-bikes

o Hermit Park to Kruger Rock to Town o Hwy 36 connection to Lyons o Mary’s Lake Easement o Mary’s Lake Road to Hwy 7 loop o Eagle Rock School trail

o Easements present, no trail o Loop to Lawn Lake Trailhead in RMNP

o Good shoulder o Safe bikeways o Soft surfaces outside town o Hard surfaces in town o MORE TRAILS!

o Favorite trails: o Lake Estes o Path along Hwy 36 o Bad crossing:

o Lumpy’s o Homer Rouse o Biking Mary’s Lake Rd. o Devils Gulch o Dry Gulch

o Social Trails on Prospect Mt. o RMNP trails o Fish Creek o Homer Rouse o Lake Estes o Through Town o Homestead Meadows o Eastside RMNP o Fish Creek Rd

o Advantages: o Area of Town is flat and good for walking and

biking o Athletic citizen base o Citizen support for initiatives

o Challenges: o Erosion o Parking

o More needed for car & bike o More for horse trailer o Parking at Trailhead – specifically Fish

Creek o Steep grades

o Gem Lake, Pierson Park o No bike lanes or shoulders

o Bike share not possible at this point o Need to add bike lanes

o Safety o Access issues:

o Lack of connectivity o Between Town, Trailheads, major city

hubs o Connectivity through Park o Signage (specifically for Ottie’s) o Shoulders on Devils Gulch, Dry Gulch,

Hwy 34, Hwy 7 o Bear Lake path for cyclists

-Dangerous o Stanley Village East Side o Connectivity to:

-Neighborhood -Schools -Downtown -Lake Estes loop -YMCA of the Rockies -RMNP

o Right of Way issues o Construction costs o Sensitive areas (wetlands/streams) o Not in my backyard! attitude o Poor road conditions o Hwy crossing

o Crosier Mt. o Pierson Park o Lily Mt. o Pole Hill o Lumpy Ridge (busy parking problem)

o Connectivity / dead end roads -Hwy 7 to Town

o Maintenance of soft surface trail

Commuting & Safe Routes I. Where do you want to go? Where do kids need to go?

II. Where are trail or road safety improvements needed to encourage biking and walking? III. On which roads would you like to see a commuter bike lane or path? IV. What are the community’s key commuting routes?

• Fish Creek trail was perfect example of a good trail-Soft

surface (but to close to river) • Ride horses from Carriage Hills to park • Soft surface parallel to concrete trails, requested by

Runners & Equestrians • Cheley camp – kids have horse community needs along

Fish Creek route • Community Drive = SRTS

o Fish Creek from Uplands & Carriage Hills • Stanley Ave sidewalks • Signalized Xings of Hwy 7 • No bicycles can currently go through downtown unless

in traffic lane o Need lanes

• Can people board horses at Fairgrounds for weekend? If so, in-town horse path

o Yes can rent a stall for a day/night • To degree possible, separate bikes from pedestrians • Bikes need their own space – not on sidewalks, not in

travel lanes w/ cars • Signage for bike system (safety) • Bike parking needed • Bike rentals • Walk from hospital toward Big Thompson River • Dry Gulch Road- Bike trail look to Glen Haven & Devil

Gulch o Multi-Use trail

• Underpasses/overpasses where feasible • Crossing hwys to access trails – hwy 7, hwy 34 from

residence o Trying to get to Estes Park

• Trails all the way to Park • Hermit Park – connect to Homestead Meadows, Twin

Sisters, Homer Rouse, Lily Lake • Signage identifying Otie’s Trail (vs. Black Canyon Dr.) • Hospital to Schools Commuter Route

o Through neighborhoods • Stanley Hills & Village link & xing to Lake trail • Linking neighborhoods to downtown

o Also schools

• Riverside Drive loop with Hwy 7 • Fish Creek trail NE to Lake Trail • Get to Beaver Meadows • Critical Mass to be known as Biking Town! • Bike shoulders on Hwy 34,36, &7 outside of

town • Protected green Bike Lane on

o Elkhorn o Moraine o W. Elkhorn o Hwy 7 o Riverside

• Detached Multi-Use trail – bike, pedestrian & horse

o Hwy 7 Carriage Hills to Allen’s Park • Devils Gulch to Bond Park – MUT • Lake trail to Fairgrounds (4th) • Dry Gulch Xing of Hwy 34 to Lake Trail • Visitors Center to McDonald’s area – Hwy 34 • Riverwalk Xing of Moraine & Riverside

o Grade separated • Bike path south side of river through downtown

linking to Riverside • Assisted/electric bike use

o Which vehicle types count as non-motorized?

• SIDEWALKS – need Master Plan &/or policy for sidewalk as part of road construction

o Riverside East • WALKING to mailbox clusters (?map these?)

o By Safeway/on Steamer o Also riverside

• Dead end sidewalk by Stanley Hotel • Parking at end of High Drive

o Horse trailers o Also on other side of hill by Elkhorn

Drive • Xing at Hwy 36 park headquarters to High Drive

M E E T I N G S U M M A R YPO Box 2729 | 323 West Main St . Sui te 201 Fr isco, CO 80443

Off ice: 970.668.3398 | www.segroup .com

TO: Estes Valley Recreation and Park DistrictFROM: SE Group

CC:Town of Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Valley Land Trust, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, US Forest Service, Larimer County, Bureau of Reclamation, and YMCA of the Rockies

DATE: May 2, 2016RE: Public Meeting #3 – Presentation of the draft plan

PLEASE CONTACT THE AUTHOR IMMEDIATELY IF THERE ARE ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT.

Public meeting #3 was held at Estes Park Town Hall on April 28, 2016. Approximately 10-15 community members were in attendance.

The meeting included a formal presentation as well as a display of boards and maps displaying the main themes and opportunities included in the plan.

The presentation was made by Michael Beach of SE Group. His presentation covered the following topics:

• Project Overview

• Partners

• Final document organization and overview of plan content

• Discussion of process for how recommendations were identified and vetted

• Next steps and implementation

The boards included in the open house touched on the following topics:

• Existing Conditions

• Future Opportunities

• Trail Typology and Uses

• Trail Maintenance Standards

There was a comment box available in the room. Due to the low turnout and finished nature of the plan, not very many comments were generated.

Comments from Public Meeting #3

“Put signs on all multi-use trails to distinguish them from sidewalks. Perhaps, also paint center stripes on multi-use paths and put sign that says “walk on right”

“Plan for more frequent hard-surface trail management. Specifically, these trails should be swept clear of gravel and fallen braches after heavy rains, high winds, or heavy snow. Loose sand and gravel on bike paths is a major hazard.”

“I don’t see the trails connecting the schools with Stanley Park that were presented on the Stanley Park Master Plan. The community center will increase the need, but there is already a lot of travel between every one of the 3 school buildings and Stanley Park via food and bicycle, and no trail, and minimal, or inadequate sidewalks.”

“The circuit around the schools needs to be accessible to pedestrians and bicycles! Manford, Community, Brodie, and the connector piece up the east side of the schools and connecting to the Lake Trail/Fish Creek trails. This is a major use priority as well as a health and safety priority.”

Approximately 40-50 community members were in attendance. The meeting was “Open House” style, with boards, maps, and opportunities for comments and feedback.

Comments from Public Meeting #2 – February 18, 2016

• Meeting survey on type of multi-use paths desired by community:

o Paved in some locations – 20 votes

o All paved – 7 votes

o All unpaved – 2 votes

• Meeting survey on rugged trail preference types desired by community:

o Multi-Use – 16 votes

o Hiking – 11 votes

o Mountain Biking – 7 votes

o Equestrian – 2 votes

Bicycling on Trails

“This Report Card from the League of American Bicyclists provides specific information about Estes Park” – enclosed was a report highlighting how Estes Park scored on the following topics: building blocks of a bicycle friendly community, engineering, education, encouragement, enforcement, evaluation and planning. It also made suggestions for how Estes Park could attain the “Bronze” level designation of a bicycle friendly community. The report can be found at: https://www.bikeestes.org/2016/02/23/bike-friendly-community-2014-report/.

“I use the multi-use path to commute to work (by bike). Pedestrians out pleasure walking don’t realize current paths are indeed multi-use and this has caused some problems. I would like to see current and new paths clearly marked, as well as directional signage in English and Spanish. To help mike signs noticeable, naming multi-use paths might help? Cute it up! Looking forward to new trails!”

Need mountain bike options!”

“Young riders (kids) especially should have a very easy safe way to get from anywhere in Estes to the library. And, of course, to and from school, too. Could that all be done by connecting to a trail from their neighborhood?”

“Kids have no safe way to bike/walk to school from many locations in town, especially on the west side of St. Vrain (SH 7). Please explore options to increase the safety which will then be an incentive for kids to walk/ride to school.”

Comments on Proposed Trails, Ideas for Trail Placement

“Please contact us to visit a future proposed off-trail location. It is a wetland – and we (the neighborhood) does not think it belongs there at all. It became a full river during the flood. We’d love to take you on a tour!” – see attached picture map with “remove” comment next to a future soft surface trail west of SH 7.

“The proposed soft surface trail between SH 7 and Peakview on Pawnee – where does it go? What about wetlands and elk habitat? The neighborhood is not interested in having it there.”

“What happened to Ottie’s Trail? A great loss if we’ve let it slip away.”

“Where did Ottie’s Trail go? (Safway whiteside/stable to Devils Gulch Road. Is it a lost cause?”

“Need to see criteria to be used to select which trail will be constructed first.”

“What about horse trails to Giant Track (west side of Peak)?”

“Show easement for trail on Eagle Rock Property on the map.”

“Connect those big trails outside of town for great loops/link options!”

“Like the potential to connect Hermit Park South to Little Valley and onto Homer Rouse Trail.”

“Put a bridge at upper end of lower Broadview – connects Beaver Point to spur 66.” – see attached picture.

“Desperately need more trails that connect from Estes Park to RMNP.”

“Formalize the ‘Three Transformers’ trail and Eagle Rock Trail. They are existing but not kept up currently, used more socially.”

Comments on Current Trails, Data Collection

“Jurassic Park Trail use appears to be incorrect at 34,000. RMNP has the Lily Ridge Trail. Perhaps the trail count was for that trail – RMNP staff”

“Ask Summit County how much the trail system increases average spending and visitation – we need our business owners on board!”

“Pave and curb on Fish Creek multi-use trail. Too soft for bikes, cars parking on it without a curb to prevent them.”

“Existing trail from visitor’s center to Lumpy Ridge – is it in plan?”

“The Dry-Gulch-Devil’s Gulch trail is already heavily used. A trail would make all the current use safer.”

Comments on Trail Types, Trail Attributes

“Want trails that are wide, 10-12 feet. If paved, have a yellow stripe in the middle.”

“Prefer no motorized traffic on multi-use paths.” (x2)

“Add painted directional markings on paved trails showing bikes and pedestrians to clarify multi-directional and user use.”

“Clarify that multi-use trails do not include ATVs or other motorized uses.”

Other Comments:

• Inquiry into whether Ottie’s Trail will be opened again and accessible to the public

• Desire to understand where there are public easements, opportunities for public access, and where there is private land.

• Desire for trails that connect Estes Park to Rocky Mountain National Park.

• Eliminating the proposed soft surface trail west of SH 7 south of downtown from consideration

• Desire for safer cycling options to get to destinations around town, especially for children.

• For paved multi-use paths, signage and markings that show how to share space between cyclists and pedestrians, what uses are allowed (non-motorized).

Appendix B: Trail Assessments

Homer Rouse Trail Assessment

Otie’s Trail Assessment

Trail FeatureCondition

Rating Comments Prescription

Beginning of Trail 4Trail begins on Fish Creek Way and continues up private driveway for 0.25 mile before crossing creek.

Parking Lot 4

The parking area is relatively obvious. There appears to be enough space for the amount/type of use the trail recevies. Assess changes in use levels and assure parking is adequate.

Trail Sign 4The trail sign is in good shape, describes allowed uses, and explains etiquette. Consider a map on or next to this sign. Adjust mileage.

"No Motorized Vehicles" Sign 3

This sign is screwed to a ponderosa pine tree. It is visible, but branches could be pruned to make it moreso. Additionally, it is somewhat repetitive, as the trail sign in the parking lot also prohibits motorized vehicles.

With permission, prune branches from the tree to make the sign more visible, or remove.

Trail Sign 4Points users to where the trail leaves the doubletrack to the left. Maintain

3' Metal Culvert 4

Culvert (approx. 15 linear ft) was washed out in the 2013 flood and reinstalled in 2014 with rip rap on both sides. The culvert is only functional during extremely high water. Maintain

Armored Stream Ford 5

Built in 2014 as part of the trail reroute. Both approaches are armored with rock set flush with soil to handle equestrian use. Rocks have been set in the stream to slow water flow at the ford. Located just upstream of bridge. Maintain

Bridge 5

Built in 2014 as part of the trail reroute. The bridge includes rock abutments and armored approaches, log sills, 3, 15' stringers with a free span of 13'6", and an approximately 20' log handrail on the upstream side of the bridge. Maintain

Rock Retaining Walls (2) 5

Built in 2014 as part of the trail reroute. There is one rock retaining wall on the uphill side of the trail where it begins to climb (approx. 10-15 feet long and 5 feet tall) and one on the downhill side of the trail supporting the tread (approx. 35-40 feet long and 2-3 feet high). Maintain

Climbing Turn 5Built in 2014 as part of the trail reroute. Entire reroute is in good shape and maintains a sustainable grade. Maintain

Peeled Log Waterbars (7) 2

Generally, these log waterbars are not functional and are becoming undercut. Trail is eroding in this area, creating ruts and exposing roots.

This section of trail should be reassessed, and log waterbars should be replaced with rock waterbars in appropriate locations.

Start of Doubletrack 4

The trail joins the old county road in this section. There is a gate and a trail sign pointing users to the proper route. The trail turns left at this point and begins a steady climb on the doubletrack.

Trail Sign 4Points users to where the trail leaves the doubletrack to the right. Maintain

"Horse Trail" Sign 4Sign is screwed to a ponderosa pine and is in good shape but may not be necessary anymore. Retain or remove based on property owner and EVRPD input.

Waterbar 4 Earthen - functioning well.

Continue annual or semi-annual maintenance in accordance with Trails Plan standards - including cleaning and maintaining the drain outlet.

Bottom of Doubletrack Social Trail 3

This is the bottom of an old logging road. Does not appear to receive much use.

Continue to assess the condition of this road. Are there options/desire for a downhill only trail? Close the social trail if resource damage begins to occur.

Estes Valley Parks and Recreation District - Trail Inventory and AssessmentHomer Rouse Trail

Date: 7/2/2015Ending Point: Twin Sisters THBeginning Point: Fish Creek Way

Bottom of Singletrack Social Trail 2

This is the bottom of a singletrack social trail that cuts the corner. The bottom is eroded, has developed ruts, and resource damage is occuring.

This social trail should be either closed and restored, or become formalized. Closure and restoration should be accomplished according to accepted practices, including scarifying the soil, transplanting materials, and installing drainage control features such as checks and waterbars. Formalization would likely require a reroute to avoid sections of fall line trail. Formalization is preferred if there is a desire for a loop option.

Horse Trail from Cheley Camp 2

This trail leads to Cheley Camp and provides access mainly for equestrian use. It is somewhat eroded.

Trail should be formalized and armored as necessary to withstand level of use. If formalized, signage should be installed, working with Cheley Camp.

Waterbar 2 Earthern - needs to be reconstructed. Reconstruct waterbar - consider rock armoring.

Climbing Turn 4Trail turns to the southwest and continues climbing toward Baldpate Inn.

Continue annual or semi-annual maintenance in accordance with Trails Plan standards - including assessment of erosion and rutting.

Parallel Drain 3

The parallel drain diverts water uphill of the trail between two waterbars. It could be reestablished. Water crosses trail at the lower of the two waterbars. Reestablish drain - consider rock armoring if necessary.

Top of Singletrack Social Trail 2

This is the top of a singletrack social trail that cuts the corner. There is a cairn marking this social trail. The top is less eroded than the bottom. See notes above.

Waterbar 2 Earthern - needs to be reconstructed. Reconstruct waterbar - consider rock armoring. Waterbar 3 Earthern - needs to be reconstructed. Reconstruct waterbar - consider rock armoring.

Top of Doubletrack Social Trail 4

This is the top of an old logging road leading downhill to lower portions of the trail. It has revegetated slightly, but still appears to be used frequently. Continue to assess the condition of this road. See notes above.

Trail Sign 4

This sign acts to keep users off of the doubletrack social trail. Some drainage issues exist (rutting and water flowing down trail) in this section. Consider a drainage structure to control water.

Private Property Sign 4 Marks private land.

Driveway (private) 4The trail joins a private driveway and continues southwest and uphill.

Trail Sign 4This sign acts to keep users off of the private driveway. Coming downhill, it is slightly hidden behind trees. Maintain visibility of this sign from both directions.

3' Culvert 3

This culvert passes under the private driveway where it intersects the trail. It is diverting water from above the driveway onto the trail.

Consider a drainage structure to divert water across the trail where the culvert drains.

Eroded Cut Bank (private) 1 A large cut bank is sloughing soil onto the driveway.

Work with property owner to ensure this doesn't become a bigger problem.

"No Motorized Vehicles" Sign 4

Sign is screwed to an aspen tree. Is repetitive of "Homer Rouse Trail" sign. Vehicles do pass this sign on their way to private property. Retain or remove based on property owner and EVRPD input.

Trail Sign 4

The trail sign is in good shape, describes allowed uses, and explains etiquette. It could include a map to better orient users. The distance to Fish Creek (2.0 miles) differs from the sign at the lower TH (which says Lily Lake is 1.9 miles). Consider a map on or next to this sign. Adjust mileage.

Gate 3

2 round posts with a chain. Gate blocks vehicles from entering private property but was unlocked and open. One gate post is split.

Work with property owner to keep public vehicles out and to offer a better first impression of this trail from the upper TH.

Parking Lot 4 Parking lot for the Baldpate InnEroded Cut Bank (private) 3 A large cut bank is sloughing soil into the parking lot.

Work with property owner to ensure this doesn't become a bigger problem.

Trail Sign 3 This sign directs users along the Baldpate Inn driveway. Maintain

Trail Sign 4

The trail sign is in good shape, describes allowed uses, and explains etiquette. It could include a map to better orient users. The distance to Fish Creek (2.3 miles) differs from the sign at the lower TH (which says Lily Lake is 1.9 miles).

Consider a map on or next to this sign. Adjust mileage. Continue to work on reroute of trail below Baldpate Inn property to avoid access issues and to provide a better user experience.

Beginning of Trail 2

Trail begins nondescriptly across US 34 from the EVRPD Offices on the west side of Steamer Drive. The trail crosses private property along its length, so it is not well marked or defined in many areas.

If proper easements are obtained, a trailhead signboard with a map should be installed. Trail tread should be constructed along its entire length. This trail could be a key connection between town, Lake Estes, and hotels to RMNP at Lumpy Ridge TH. As it exists, it is not serving this function well. Easements will be a big part of making this connection work.

Crossing of US 34 1To get from the parking lot to the trail, users must cross US 34. There is no designated crossing in this area.

A designated crossing should be established. An alternative would be to designate parking in the Stanley Crossing (confirm) shoping center parking lot so that users do not have to cross US 34.

Trail between US 34 and Steamer Pkwy 2

Trail is not well established, particularly with construction behind Stanley Crossing.

Establish trail tread, or realign trail on east side of Steamer Drive (perhaps in ROW) if property ownership allows. There is more space to utilize on east side of Steamer Drive.

Trail between Steamer Pkwy and driveway at Steamer Dr 2

Trail tread is established along this portion of the trail. The trail traverses through several backyards - and is likely on private property. Additionally, the trail follows the fall line in this section. Some wooden water bars and check dams are in place, but are not functioning well.

Ensure that appropriate easements are in place with property owners, if necessary. For drainage, either replace drainage structures with rock or earthen structures and maintain, or consider realigning trail away from fall line.

Intersection with Steamer Dr 2

The trail joins the pavement at the top of a short, steep rise, and follows Steamer Dr for approx. 300 feet to a gate on the right.

Signage should be installed on Steamer Dr to direct users to the soft-surface portions of the trail. Additionally, a designated crossing of Steamer Dr would improve safety.

Gate 2

The trail leaves Steamer Dr at a gate on the east side of the road. The gate has a "Private Property, No Trespassing" sign on it. There is no other signage indicating a trail.

Ensure that appropriate easements are in place with property owner. Install a trail sign at the gate.

Trail on private land between Steamer Dr and West Lane 2

The trail follows a dirt road/path through private property. Some drainage issues exist.

Ensure that appropriate easements are in place with property owner. Once complete, establish tread and drainage if needed.

Trail leaves private property and joins West Lane 3

Trail joins pavement on West Lane - heads north. West Lane is not a busy road.

A trail sign is needed where the trail joins West Lane. Creating a soft-surface shoulder or path off of road would increase safety and improve the user experience.

Trail leaves West Lane at North Lane 2

At the West Lane/North Lane intersection, the trail heads west across private property. There are two old trail signs that are not functioning anymore. Work with property owner to replace signage.

Trail on private land between West Lane and Devil's Gulch Rd 2

The trail follows a dirt path across private property to west, then to north, downhill to Devil's Gulch Rd. The portion of trail that travels north/south is on a private driveway. Ensure that easements are in place.

Trail heading north/south along driveway towards Devil's Gulch Road 2 The trail heads down the fall line and is becoming eroded.

Work with property owners to install drainage structures. Earthern drain dips may be preferred on the driveway portion. This will also help with erosion on their driveway.

Trail intersects Devil's Gulch Road across from Lumpy Ridge Road 2

The trail intersects Devil's Gulch Road in a non-descript manner. There are signs in the vicinity indicating a easement, but no trail signs.

Install trail signage, including a map. A designated street crossing to Lumpy Ridge Rd would improve safety, as many future users could access RMNP trails from the Lumpy Ridge TH.

Estes Valley Parks and Recreation District - Trail Inventory and AssessmentOtie's Trail

Date: 7/2/2015Ending Point: Devil's Gulch Road & Lumpy Ridge RoadBeginning Point: EVRPD Offices Parking Lot

Appendix C: Trail Count Materials

Counting form

Process instructions

ESTES VALLEY RECREATION AND PARKS DISTRICT COMPREHENSIVE MASTER TRAILS PLAN TRAIL COUNT FORM AND INSTRUCTIONS

Please review these instructions before going to the count site. Thank you for your help!

NUMBER OF COUNTS PER LOCATION

Each volunteer will be assigned a location to conduct trail counts. Volunteers can do as many counts sessions as they would like and in a variety of places.

To ensure a sampling of weekday and weekend activity levels, 2 counts be conducted at every location for both weekdays and weekends, totaling four counts (2 weekday sessions and 2 weekend sessions). Weekday counts are best taken on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, and not on a holiday, Monday, or Friday. Weekend counts can be taken on either Saturday or Sunday.

We ask that all counts be completed between August 8th and August 16th.

COUNTING TIMES

We ask that you count for two consecutive hours during the period you feel would the peaktime of trail use. Use your local knowledge of the trail and work with Kim Slininger (970.215.8075) to determine what the best time is for your specific trail. All counts must be between the hours of 7 AM to 7 PM.

WHAT TO BRING

Other than these instructions and the counting forms, you shouldn’t need much to conduct thetrail counts. You may want to bring along a trail map, clipboard, a spare pen or pencil, a hat, sunscreen, jacket, snacks and water.

ON-SITE INSTRUCTIONS

Once you’ve reached the site please ensure your safety and be aware of your surroundings. Once you’ve arrived:

1. Find a safe location to conduct the counts.2. Record the background information at the top of the count form.

ONCE YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE COUNT

After completing your count period, return your forms to Kim Slininger as soon as possible.Please return all count forms no later than August 21st.

Surveyor Name: Phone: Email:

Date: Time Count Conducted: to

Trail/Location: Trail Type: Trail Surface:

Weather Conditions: Sunny Partly cloudy Cloudy Partly Rainy Rain Approximate Temperature:

Make one “tic mark” for each person passing by in either direction engaged in each activity. Count the number of people on the bicycle, not the number of bicycles (children in rear seats, tandem bicycles, etc.). Walkers/Hikers include people in wheelchairs or others using assistive devices, children in strollers, etc. People using equipment such as skateboards or rollerblades should be included in the “Others” category.

User Type Male Female

Bicyclists

Walkers/Hikers

Joggers

Equestrians

Others

Thanks for your help!!!! Please return forms to: Kim Slininger, Estes Valley Recreation and Parks District, PO Box 1379 Estes Park, CO 80517

National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project

INSTRUCTIONS

National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project: Instructions

The National Documentation Project (NBPD) is an annual bicycle and pedestrian count and survey effort sponsored by the Institute of Transportation Engineers Pedestrian and Bicycle Council. The goals of the NBPD are to: (1) Establish a consistent national bicycle and pedestrian count and survey methodology;(2) Establish a national database of bicycle and pedestrian count information generated by these consistent methods and practices; and (3) Use the count and survey information to begin analysis on the correlations between local demographic, climate and land‐use factors and bicycle and pedestrian activity.

Alta Planning + Design, a national bicycle and pedestrian planning firm, initiated this effort through the ITE Pedestrian & Bicycle Council in 2003, when it was identified as a priority for the Council and will continue to lead this effort along with the ITE Pedestrian and Bicycle Council. Alta has been responsible for the development of the draft methodology and materials.

This document is a draft effort and any recommendations, corrections or suggestions can be addressed to the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Project at: info@bikepeddocumentation.org

Table of Contents

Introduction ................................................................................ 1

1. Proposed Count and Survey Dates and Times ................................. 1

Dates ................................................................................... 1

Rationale for Dates .................................................................. 1

Times ................................................................................... 2

Rationale for Time Periods ........................................................ 2

Weather ................................................................................ 2

2. Counts .................................................................................... 4

2.1 Count Methodology ................................................................ 5

Count Variables ...................................................................... 5

Count Locations ...................................................................... 5

Types of Counts ...................................................................... 6

2.2 Pre-Count Preparation ........................................................... 6

Rationale for Locations ............................................................. 8

2.3 The Day of the Count ............................................................. 9

2.4 Submitting Count Data ......................................................... 10

3. SURVEYS ............................................................................... 11

3.1 Survey Methodology ............................................................ 11

Types of Surveys ................................................................... 11

3.2 Pre-Survey Preparation ........................................................ 11

Rationale for Locations ........................................................... 13

3.3 Day of the Survey................................................................ 14

3.4 Post-Survey Data Tabulation and Submission .............................. 15

IntroductionThis document provides detailed instructions on conducting bicycle and pedestrian counts and surveys as part of the National Documentation Project. The document first reviews the proposed dates and times, provides instructions for counts and then provides instructions for surveys.

1.Proposed Count and Survey Dates and Times

DatesThe second week in September is proposed as the official annual national bicycle and pedestrian count and survey week. Participants in the National Documentation Project shall pick at least one weekday (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) and a Saturday following or preceding the official count dates. Optional counts can be conducted in January, May and July to understand seasonal changes in walking and cycling.

Proposed National Count Dates Official Optional Optional Optional

Sept. 14-16, 2010 January 12-14, 2010 May 11-13, 2010 July 6-8, 2010Sept. 13-15, 2011 January 11-13, 2011 May 10-12, 2011 July 5-7, 2011Sept. 11-13, 2012 January 10-12, 2012 May 15-17, 2012 July 3-5, 2012

To reduce the chance that data is skewed by weather, sports events, or other outside factors, local participants may choose to conduct counts and surveys on more than one weekday during the count week and on the Saturdays preceding and following the count week.

Note 1: The collection of year‐long data has allowed us to be able to adjust counts done at any time of the year in most locations. However, we recommend using the National count dates whenever possible.

Note 2: If your agency or group has been conducting counts at other times of the year, continue to do those counts at the same time period rather than change to these dates.

Rationale for Dates The National Count Date in mid‐September was selected because it represents a peak period for walking and bicycling, both work‐ and school‐related. Weather conditions across the country are generally conducive, schools have been underway for several weeks, and people have returned from vacations and are back at work.

At least one weekday and one weekend day should be selected to obtain a sampling of weekday and weekend activity levels. There should be little statistical difference

between counts conducted on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday of the same week, and this provides agencies and organizations some scheduling flexibility.

The other dates were selected to provide a representative sampling of activity during a typical spring (May) and winter (January) period. The 4th of July period was selected because it will afford both a typical summer weekday and what is typically the busiest holiday period and activity period for recreational facilities and activities.

Having an official count week is also important for generating enthusiasm around the date. Much like nationwide Bike to Work Weeks, we hope that the National Documentation Project Week in September will become a much‐anticipated annual event in localities around the nation.

TimesBased on our research, we are recommending new time periods for 2009 onwards (see below). However, if you have been doing counts using the old time periods, please keep using these same time periods for all future counts in order to be consistent.

RECOMMENDED TIMES: Weekday, 5‐7 PM Saturday, 12 noon – 2PM SECONDARY TIMES: Weekday, 7 AM to 7 PM Saturday, 7 AM to 7 PM

Rationale for Time Periods Time periods are more important for counts than for surveys. Weekday PM peak periods were chosen since the afternoon peak typically has the largest volume of travelers, with commuters, school children and people running errands. Counts conducted during these periods will provide an excellent snapshot of walking and bicycling during the peak periods of the year. Mid‐day weekend periods are another peak period. Actual local peak periods may vary with considerably. It is recommended that the national count time periods be collected along with supplementary time periods if it is determined that this period captures the true peak period of activity.

Automatic Machines While the NBPD is based on manual counts, we strongly encourage agencies and groups conducting counts to consider conducting automatic machine counts in their community. These machines will give invaluable information for estimating annual usage, benefits and other information.

WeatherWeather may be a determinant in selecting one of the three proposed weekdays to conduct counts and surveys, but a participant should not be worried if the weather is poor or unusual during the count period. Weather conditions will be recorded for each

count in the Background Data Sheet and be considered as a factor in future analysis. Over time, counts and surveys will average out and overall trends in activity will become apparent.

Number of Counts per Location We suggest that between 1 and 3 counts be conducted at every location on sequential days and weeks, based on the approximate levels of activity. Areas with high volumes (over 100 people per hour during mid‐day periods) can usually be counted once on a weekday and weekend day, unless there is some unusual activity that day or land use nearby.

Areas with lower activity levels and/or with unusual nearby land uses (with any irregular activity, such as a ball park) or activity (such as a special event) should be counted on sequential days or weeks at least one more and possibly two more times.

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2. Counts

2.1 Count Methodology

Count Variables The proposed counts are intended to identify the numbers of bicyclists and pedestrians passing a specific point or intersection. A person who passes by a point more than once is counted each time they pass by the point. Localities may wish to record additional variables in addition to the number of people passing by, such as bicyclists versus pedestrians, the number of people using wheelchairs or the estimated number of children, teens and adults.

Number of Count Locations In the interest of maximizing participation, a minimum number of count locations has not been set for the NBPD. Participants may submit data for a single location. However, to understand walking and cycling in a local area, we recommend that participants count at more than one location.

Should an agency wish to conduct more counts, which is recommended, we estimated that, at a minimum, one count should be conducted per 15,000 of population. This was considered a reasonable balance between obtaining representative counts throughout a community, and budget limitations.

Count Location Criteria Criteria for count and survey locations include:

Pedestrian and bicycle activity areas or corridors (downtowns, near schools, parks, etc.)

Representative locations in urban, suburban, and rural locations

Key corridors that can be used to gauge the impacts of future improvements

Locations where counts have been conducted historically

Locations where there are on‐going counts being conducted by other agencies through a variety of means, including video taping

Gaps and pinch points for bicyclists and pedestrians (potential improvement areas)

Locations where bicycle and pedestrian collision numbers are high

Select locations that meet as many of the criteria as possible.

It is important to note that a random selection of locations is statistically the best way to estimate area‐wide activity levels. However, there is no methodology available today to

extrapolate from counts to area‐wide estimates—which is currently done using a combination of aggregate‐type models. More importantly, a random selection of count locations is likely to result in locations with very little if any activity to count!

Screen Line and Intersection Crossing Counts The National Count periods are proposed to be manual screen line and intersection crossing counts, conducted by trained counters.

Intersection crossing counts should be conducted at high collision locations and where safety studies are desired. Depending on the volumes of bicyclists and pedestrians, intersection counts may be more complicated and require additional counters because they record two streets as well as turning movements.

Screen line counts are primarily used to identify general trends in volumes, and to see how demographics, land use, and other factors influence walking and bicycling.

The sponsoring agency should determine which method, intersection crossing counts or screenline counts, is better suited to their needs such as safety studies or determining factors that influence walking and bicycling.

2.2 Pre-Count Preparation To ensure that data received from different participants is comparable and consistent, participants should agree to follow the instructions and guidelines identified below:

STEP 1: IDENTIFY COUNT MANAGERAn agency or organization interested in participating in this process will designate a Count Manager who will serve as the primary contact and manager of the count effort. Because this effort will require time and other resources, prior approval should be obtained prior to embarking on this effort. It is estimated that the lead person will need approximately 8 initial hours of management time and 1 hour of management time for every 8 hours of count time being conducted.

STEP 2: OBTAIN MATERIALS Count forms and the Background Data Sheet are available from the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project website at: www.bikepeddocumentation.org. The Count Manager should check the website to ensure that s/he has the latest versions of the Count Instructions and Forms. Materials can be reproduced freely. The documents provided are:

Count Instructions (This document)

Included in “National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project: Forms”:

Screenline Count Forms

Intersection Count Forms

Background Data Sheet

Background Data Sheet Code and Instructions

STEP 3: SELECT GENERAL COUNT LOCATIONS Participants may count at only one location, or they may conduct counts at many locations. The following considerations and suggested criteria are provided to help in the selection of general count locations:

Pedestrian and bicycle activity areas or corridors (downtowns, near schools, parks, etc.)

Representative locations in urban, suburban, and rural locations

Key corridors that can be used to gauge the impacts of future improvements

Locations where counts have been conducted historically

Locations where there are on‐going counts being conducted by other agencies through a variety of means, including video taping

Gaps and pinch points for bicyclists and pedestrians (potential improvement areas)

Locations where bicycle and pedestrian collision numbers are high

Select locations that meet as many of the criteria as possible.

STEP 4: SELECT SPECIFIC COUNT LOCATIONS Once general locations have been selected, the Count Manager will need to inspect the sites to determine exactly where counters can be positioned. Guidelines for this inspection trip include:

For multi‐use paths and parks, locations near the major access points are best.

For on‐street bikeways, locations where there are few if any alternative parallel routes are best.

For traditional downtown areas, a location near a transit stop or in the center of downtown is best.

For shopping malls, a location near the main entrance and transit stop is best. Count at one access point.

For employment areas, either on the main access roadway or near off‐street multiuse paths is best. Count at one access point, typically a sidewalk and street.

For residential areas, locations near higher density developments or near parks and schools are the best. Count at one access point, typically a sidewalk and street.

For all locations:

Counts should include travel in both directions.

Counters will need to be in a safe, visible location and should be on public property in a location that does not block pedestrians or bicyclists.

You must receive written permission from property owners if you will be on private property.

If at all possible locate the counters in an area that will be comfortable for them: shade in the summer, protection from the wind in winter.

Rationale for Locations The recommended locations are based on finding places where bicyclists and pedestrians can be expected to be counted, either now or after improvements have been made. The purpose of the counts is to understand peak bicycle and pedestrian activity on a typical day; while it may be useful to conduct a few counts where pedestrians and cyclists are not expected, it is preferable to understand existing use.

STEP 5: COMPLETE THE BACKGROUND SHEET This sheet will provide valuable information on the setting and conditions in which the counts take place. Researchers will be able to cross‐tabulate things such as usage with land use, density, weather, income, and the survey results. If conducting annual surveys, background data from prior counts should be updated if necessary.

Use the ‘Background Data Sheet’, available in “National Documentation Project: Forms” to record characteristics of the count locations. A detailed description of each of the background items is provided in the document “National Documentation Project: Forms.”

STEP 6: OBTAIN COUNTERS Each location should require one counter, unless you have selected an extremely busy downtown intersection. You will want to identify and secure a counter for each location plus one backup counter for every 5 locations. Counters can be agency employees, temporary employees, students, volunteers, or a professional data collection firm. You may need to secure insurance coverage for counters, or have them sign a waiver indemnifying your organization.

STEP 7: TRAIN COUNTERS Counters will need to be trained how to complete forms and interpret field conditions. Trainings can be conducted prior to count times, with a follow‐up briefing in the field prior to the actual count times. Counters need to be instructed how to respond to questions from the public on their activities. They should also be instructed on how to fill out the count form, how to count people (specifically, every time a person passes by) and what not to count.

2.3 The Day of the Count

STEP 8: COUNTER EQUIPMENT All counters should be provided high visibility jerseys, along with name tags identifying the agency/organization they are working for. They should be provided business cards of the lead contact. They should also be provided clip boards and pens, and have a functioning watch. Emergency contact information should be provided for counters. Counts in hot, cold or inclement weather, counters should be provided folding chairs, water, umbrellas (as needed). In very busy areas, a manual clicker may help counters take more accurate counts.

STEP 9: COUNT FORMS Distribute count forms to counters. Count forms can be reproduced from the document “National Documentation Project: Forms” available on the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation project website: www.bikepeddocumentation.org.

STEP 10: TRANSPORTING AND MANAGING COUNTERS Counters will need to arrive at the count locations at least 15 minutes ahead of schedule. The count manager should visit each count location to ensure that counters are on schedule. If the count locations are numerous or dispersed, designated supervisors may be needed to visit locations. Counters working in excess of 2 hours will need to be relieved for restroom breaks at least every 2 hours, and 30 minutes for lunch periods.

STEP 11: QUALITY CONTROL The Count Manager and any location supervisors should conduct a random review of counters during the count period to ensure they are on‐duty and tabulating information correctly. Count results that either varies significantly from one time period to the next or that are unusually consistent may need to be explained sufficiently to the Count Manager’s satisfaction, or discarded.

STEP 12: COLLECTING FORMS All forms should be collected by the Count Manager at the conclusion of the count period. The Count Manager should double‐check to ensure that the count forms have been completed accurately.

2.4 Submitting Count Data

STEP 13: SUBMITTING DATA

Completed count forms should be reviewed for accuracy and legibility. Any illegible forms should be copied neatly to a fresh count form. After forms are completed they can be submitted along with each location’s Background Data Sheet, to data@bikepeddocumentation.org. Participants should keep copies of their forms.

Completed counts can also be entered on the Data Sheet available at www.bikepeddocumentation.org and then submitted to data@bikepeddocumentation.org. Intersection crossing counts should be entered as two locations. See the count forms for tally instructions.

3. SURVEYS

3.1 Survey Methodology

Types of Surveys There are numerous ways to conduct surveys or questionnaires, including phone interviews, insertion questionnaires into utility bills and paychecks, newsletters, web sites, and in field interviews. The proposed system for this survey is random interviews in the field. This approach will yield the best cross section of a community and higher quality information than any other approach. Phone interviews and other approaches will have a significant bias in the sampling group, since entire groups may be under represented. Additionally, in person interviews will provide details on the person being interviewed that other approaches will not allow.

Surveys are more difficult to administer and more likely to have biased results than counts. In part this is due to the fact that surveyors interact with the person being surveyed and can subconsciously influence the outcome. With counts, observers do not generally interact with the people being counted, and thus have less of a chance to subconsciously influence the outcome. With surveys, the surveyor’s choice of who to ask, the surveyor’s wording of the questions, and language barriers between the surveyor and the survey taker can bias results. The instructions below serve as a basic guideline for conducting bicycle and pedestrian surveys.

Surveys or questionnaires should be administered during the same general time period (within 3 weeks) as the counts. Step‐by‐step instructions for performing the surveys are presented below.

3.2 Pre-Survey Preparation

STEP 1: IDENTIFY SURVEY MANAGER An agency or organization interested in participating in this process will designate a lead person who will serve as the primary contact and manager of the survey effort. Because this effort will require time and other resources, prior approval should be obtained prior to embarking on this effort. It is estimated that the Survey Manager will need approximately 8 initial hours of management and an additional 1 hour of management time for every 2 hours of survey time being conducted.

STEP 2: DOWNLOAD MATERIALS Survey forms and the Background Data Sheet are available from the National Bicycle and Pedestrian website at: www.bikepeddocumentation.org. The Survey Manager should check the website to ensure that s/he has the latest versions of the Survey Instructions and Forms. Materials can be reproduced freely. The documents provided are:

Survey Instructions (This document)

Included in “National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project: Forms”: Standardized Survey Forms Survey Tabulation Forms Background Data Sheet Background Data Sheet Code and Instructions

STEP 3: SELECT GENERAL SURVEY LOCATIONS There are two types of surveys: Pedestrian and Bicycle. There are no minimum or maximum number of survey locations that participants need to conduct, but if possible conduct the surveys in the same location as the counts. The following considerations and suggested criteria are provided to help in the selection of general survey locations: Pedestrian and bicycle activity areas or corridors Representative locations in urban, suburban, and rural locations Key corridors that can be used to gauge the impacts of future improvements Locations where surveys have been conducted historically Locations where bicycle and pedestrian collision numbers are high Locations where there are on‐going surveys being conducted Gaps and pinch points for bicyclists and pedestrians

STEP 4: SELECT SPECIFIC SURVEY LOCATIONS Once general locations have been selected, the Survey Manager will need to inspect the sites to determine exactly where surveyors can be positioned. Guidelines for this inspection trip include:

Path Survey 1. For multi‐use paths, locations near the major access points are best.

On-Street Bikeway Survey

1. For on‐street bikeways, locations at signalized intersections or bicycle parking areas are best.

2. Alternatively, bicyclists could be interviewed at their end points, such as work, shopping, or other areas.

Sidewalk Surveys 1. For traditional downtown areas, a location near the center of the downtown is

best. 2. For shopping malls, a location near the main entrance and transit stop is best. 3. For employment areas, either on the main access roadway or near an off‐street

multiuse path is best. 4. For residential areas, locations near higher density developments or near parks

and schools are the best.

For all locations: Surveyors will need to be in a safe, visible location and on public property. You may be able to get permission to conduct surveys on private property such as a mall or major employer. Locations should provide shade and seating for surveyors.

Rationale for Locations The recommended locations are based on finding places where bicyclists and pedestrians can be expected to congregate, either now or after improvements have been made. There is little point in conducting surveys in locations where pedestrians and bicyclists are almost non‐existent.

STEP 5: COMPLETE THE BACKGROUND SHEET This sheet will provide valuable information on the setting and conditions in which the surveys take place. Researchers will be able to cross‐tabulate things such as usage with land use, density, weather, income, setting, trip purpose, and the survey results. If you have already done this for the counts, simply add the information under Surveys. If conducting annual surveys, background data from prior counts should be updated if necessary.

Use the ‘Background Data Sheet’, available in “National Documentation Project: Forms” to record characteristics of the survey locations. A detailed description of each of the background items is provided in the document “National Documentation Project: Forms.”

STEP 6: OBTAIN SURVEYORS Each location should require two surveyors, unless you have selected an extremely busy location in which case, more surveyors will be needed. You will want to identify and secure two surveyors for each location plus one backup counter for every 5 locations. Surveyors can be agency employees, temporary help, students, volunteers, or a professional data collection firm. You may need to secure insurance coverage for surveyors, or have them sign a waiver indemnifying your organization.

STEP 7: TRAIN SURVEY TAKERS Surveyors will need to be trained carefully, since the general public is reluctant to be stopped and questioned. The surveys are designed to be completed in less than five minutes. The surveyor should be warned not to be aggressive and respect people’s wishes not to be bothered. The ideal surveyor is a person who can speak clearly, is somewhat outgoing, and presents him or herself well. It is best if surveyors live or work in the neighborhood in which the surveys are being conducted. Surveyors need to be able to ask questions and write responses at the same time. Bilingual speakers may be needed in some locations.

Surveyors should ask the following question as people approach:

“Hello, do you have time to answer a few questions about walking and biking?” If yes: “My name is __________ and I’m conducting this survey for _________________. The information will be used to better understand why people walk and bike where they do. The survey will take about 5 minutes. “You don’t have to answer all the questions, and you can stop taking the survey at any time. I won’t ask for any personal information. Would you like to take the survey?

In an area where residents primarily speak another language besides English, survey takers should ask the above question in the appropriate language, and survey forms should be translated into the appropriate language.

To reduce bias inherent in surveying, the Survey Manager should create a methodology for randomly sampling passing pedestrians and cyclists. This could be to ask every single pedestrian and cyclist, or in areas with a lot of traffic, this could be to ask every third or fifth passing pedestrian or cyclist. The important part is to keep it consistent. If a person asks to take the survey, you should let them, but their data should not be counted as it can potentially bias the results. In all cases, surveyors should keep track of the number of people they asked to take the survey so that a refusal rate can be calculated.

To ensure accuracy of the data, surveyors should fill out the form for the survey taker.

Surveyors should be given answers to a list of anticipated questions and trained to refer all other questions to the Survey Manager. Surveyors should have copies of the Survey Manager’s business cards on hand.

3.3 Day of the Survey

STEP 8: SURVEY TAKER EQUIPMENT Survey takers will need to have a clear identification badge and color jersey. A simple sign measuring 2 feet by 2 feet may be placed at the survey location that reads: SURVEY ON PUBLIC USE IN PROGRESS: [AGENCY OR ORGANIZATION NAME].

Survey takers will need to have a method of recording the number of people they asked to calculate the refusal rate. This could be a clipboard and tick marks or a hand held clicker.

STEP 9: SURVEY FORMS Distribute survey forms to counters. Reproduce survey forms from the appendix materials.

STEP 10: TRANSPORTING AND MANAGING SURVEY TAKERS Survey takers will need to be driven to the survey locations and arrive at least 15 minutes ahead of schedule. Survey takers working in excess of 2 hours will need to be relieved for restroom breaks at least every 2 hours, and 30 minutes for lunch periods.

STEP 11: QUALITY CONTROL The Survey Manager should conduct a random review of survey takers during the survey period to ensure they are on‐duty and tabulating information correctly. Survey results that either varies significantly from one time period to the next, or that are unusually consistent, may need to be explained sufficiently to the Survey Manager’s satisfaction, or discarded.

3.4 Post-Survey Data Tabulation and Submission

STEP 12: COLLECTING FORMS All forms should be collected by the Survey Manager at the conclusion of the survey period. The Survey Manager should double‐check to ensure that the survey forms have been completed accurately.

STEP 13: TABULATING DATA Once the survey forms are collected, they need to be tabulated. A Survey Tabulation Form and detailed instructions are available at www.bikepeddocumentation.org

STEP 14: SUBMITTING DATA Please submit the completed Survey Tabulation Forms and Background Data Sheet for each location to data@bikepeddocumentation.org.

Appendix D: Funding Sources

Funding Sources Table

FUNDING SOURCE APPLICATION DEADLINE

ADMINISTERING AGENCY

MATCH REQUIRED

MAXIMUM GRANT

ELIGIBILITY /COMMENTS

FEDERAL

Federal Lands Access Program http://flh.fhwa.dot.gov/programs/flap/

May 2016

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

20% 80% State, county, tribal, or ci ty government that owns or maintains the transportation faci lity. Project must be located on, adjacent to, or provide direct access to federal lands.

FHWA Recreational Trails Program http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/ environment/recreational_trails/ index.cfm

December 2016

Colorado State Tra ils Program- Tom Morrissey thomas.morrissey@state.co.us

Varies, cash & in-kind

$350,000 2016, varies

The RTP provides funds to the States to support a wide variety of trail activities and related facil ities, as well as environmental education and safety programs.

Connecting Communities to Rivers Grant Program http://www.americanrivers.org/newsroom/press-releases/american-rivers-awards-100000-in-grants-to-connect-communities-to-hometown-rivers/

December 2016

American Rivers - Intermountain West BlueTrailsGuide.org/Grants Intermountain West Blue Trails Manager

Varies Grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000

Loca l & tribal governments, nonprofits, for profits and others located within CO, ID, MT, NM, WY. Action-oriented projects that connect people to their rivers through recreation; establish river/ land stewardship; and have clear community, recreation, conservation and economic benefits. Support for projects that connect communities to their rivers by improving family-friendly recreational opportunities and protecting rivers and surrounding lands.

Land and Water Conservation Fund http://www.grants.gov/web/grants/search-grants.html

Feb 19 – Apr 29, 2016

National Park Service 50:50 match Dwindling funds- check annual funding status

Ci ties, counties, or district authorized to acquire, develop, operate, and maintain park and recreation facilities. The LWCF s tate assistance program provides matching grants to help states and local communities protect parks and recreation resources. LWCF funding has benefited nearly every county in America, supporting over 41,000 projects. From building hiking and biking tra i ls, to improving community parks, playgrounds and ballfields, this 50:50 matching program is the primary federal investment tool to ensure that families have easy access to public, open spaces.

MATCH REQUIRED

MAXIMUM GRANT

NPS Challenge Cost Share Program https://www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/ccsp/

July National Park Service (NPS), Outdoor Foundation

50/50 match: Cash, goods, or services from non-federal sources as match.

$25,000 i s the maximum Chal lenge Cost Share project support.

The Challenge Cost Share Program supports local projects that promote conservation and recreation, environmental s tewardship, education, and engaging youth in the outdoors. Loca l project partners work with National Park Service (NPS) staff to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Appl ications are submitted by NPS s taff in collaboration with project partners. Project should be completed within the fiscal year.

NPS Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance

June National Park Service (NPS)

None Technical assistance is the grant.

Technical assistance for projects demonstrating tangible conservation and recreational results in the near future. Assistance qualifies for in-kind match for many grants.

Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) Grant Programs http://www.goco.org/grants

Grants are generally awarded in two funding cycles, with deadlines in the spring and fall.

Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO)

25% of total project cost in matching funds, >10% of which must be cash match.

$350,000, planning: $75,000

This is a competitive grant program for park and open space land acquisition and development, outdoor recreation, environmental education, and capacity building that is also derived from the Colorado Lottery. Youth employment and habitat preservation are also grant funded.

Colorado State Trails Program http://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/TrailsGrantsNM.aspx

Grant deadl ine is typically November.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife

25 to 50% match is required.

Varies by grant type.

This is a competitive grant program for trails. The state funding pool is relatively small, so this resource is proposed for a small component of the trails system.

Fishing Is Fun Program http://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/FishingIsFunProgram.aspx

Grant deadline typically February/ March.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife

25% Cash or in-kind non-federal sources.

Grants REIMBURSE project sponsors for up to 75 % of approved expenses.

Competitive grant providing matching grants to local and county governments, park and recreation departments, water districts, angling organizations and others for projects to improve angling opportunities in CO.

MATCH REQUIRED

MAXIMUM GRANT

The Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) US Department of Transportation (DOT). https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/map21/guidance/guidecmaq.cfm

June 2016 Projects selected by Denver Regional Council of Gov’ts (DRCOG), North Front Range Metro Planning Org. (NFR MPO), & Upper Front Range Transp. Planning Region (UFR TPR).

Varies Varies CMAQ was developed to fund transportation projects or programs that will contribute to attainment or maintenance of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Supports two goals of the US DOT: improving air quality and relieving traffic congestion. Bicycle and Pedestrian infrastructure and education/outreach projects are eligible under this program in areas that have been deemed in maintenance or needing attainment.

Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) http://www.coloradodot.info/programs/statewide-planning/documents/transportation-alternatives-program-guidelines-and.pdf

August Application trainings are available.

administered by Colorado Department of Transportation

20% of the total project costs in matching funds. Minimum request for federal dollars is $50,000.

Max request is the pool l imit for the Region. Match must be cash or cash equiv. Cash equiv. must be as defined/ approved by FHWA.

Eligible applicants include: political subdivisions of the state; nonprofits, by partnering with an eligible applicant as an administrator. Provides funding for programs/ projects defined as transportation alternatives, including on- and off-road pedestrian/bicycle facilities, infrastructure projects for improving non-driver access to public transportation and enhanced mobility, community improvement activities, & environmental mitigation; recreational trail program projects; & projects for planning, designing, or constructing boulevards and other roadways largely in the right-of-way of former Interstate routes/highways.

Safe Routes to School www.codot.gov/programs/bikeped/safe-routes-

January SRTS is a federal program administered by CO DOT who assists with project app.

At least 20% cash match- 80% SRTS grant

School districts, schools, cities, counties, state entities and tribal entities are eligible to apply. Nonprofits need to partner with a state subdivision to apply for funding. Infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects considered.

MATCH REQUIRED

MAXIMUM GRANT

Trails Connecting People with Nature: A program of the Sierra Club’s Nearby Nature Initiative (NNI) http://content.sierraclub.org/press-releases/2016/01/sierra-club-foundation-announces-trail-grants

September The Sierra Club Foundation in collaboration with Sierra Club Outdoors.

Equal match.

One-year trails project grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000

Trail creation or maintenance project proposals that engage new leaders and provide opportunities for communities to connect with nature. NNI protects & establishes close-to-home natural spaces to ensure that access to the outdoors is increasingly equitable and available to all communities. Applicant must be Sierra Club member.

Activating Places and Spaces Community Grant Program www.coloradohealth.

org/yellow.aspx?id=8101

Cycles in February, June and October in 2016-2018.

Colorado Health Foundation

No Specific match:In-Kind or Cash match

$15-100k grants available

Grants are not for infrastructure, but for planning, outreach, enhancements, programs, etc. that attract people to be active in public places. Applicant must be youth-serving entities.

State Historical Fund Grants www.historycolorado.org/grants/grants

October History Colorado Easements accompany grants of over $10,000

>$35,000 <$35,000

Competitive and non-competitive grants available. All projects must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) www.colorado.gov/pacific/dola/community-development-block-grant-cdbg

February DOLA- Department of Local Affairs, State of CO

Varies Varies CDBG grants have been awarded for parks associated with urban renewal efforts in the past. Contact DOLA Regional Manager for project eligibility.

OTHER- National, Non-profit

People for Bikes Community Grants http://www.peopleforbikes.org/pages/community-grants

Spring & Fall Grant Cycles in 2016

People for Bikes No specific % match. No grants for more than 50% budget.

$10,000 Grants focus on bicycling, active transportation, or community development, from city or county agencies or departments, and from state or federal agencies working locally. Requests must support a specific project or program; operating costs are not funded.

Bikes Belong http://www.peopleforbikes.org/pages/community-grants

Continuous Bikes Belong None $10,000 Non-profit organizations and public agencies. Grants may be used for facil ity implementation and advocacy efforts.

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