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Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan

Update

ADOT MPD Task Assignment 21-11 PGTD 0725

Contract # T08-49-U0001

Compilation of Comments Submitted for Bicycle and Pedestrian Final Report Public Draft Review

Prepared by:

Prepared for: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION March 2013 091374045

091374045 ADOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Update

Draft Final Report Public Comment Summary 1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

STRATEGY NO. 1 ........................................................................................... 5

STRATEGY NO. 2 ........................................................................................... 8

STRATEGY NO. 3 ......................................................................................... 11

STRATEGY NO. 4 ......................................................................................... 15

STRATEGY NO. 5 ......................................................................................... 18

STRATEGY NO. 6 ......................................................................................... 22

STRATEGY NO. 7 ......................................................................................... 24

STRATEGY NO. 8 ......................................................................................... 26

STRATEGY NO. 9 ......................................................................................... 30

STRATEGY NO. 10 ....................................................................................... 33

STRATEGY NO. 11 ....................................................................................... 36

STRATEGY NO. 12 ....................................................................................... 38

STRATEGY NO. 13 ....................................................................................... 41

STRATEGY NO. 14 ....................................................................................... 44

STRATEGY NO. 15 ....................................................................................... 47

STRATEGY NO. 16 ....................................................................................... 49

STRATEGY NO. 17 ....................................................................................... 52

STRATEGY NO. 18 ....................................................................................... 55

STRATEGY NO. 19 ....................................................................................... 57

STRATEGY NO. 20 ....................................................................................... 59



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STRATEGY NO. 21 ....................................................................................... 61

STRATEGY NO. 22 ....................................................................................... 64

STRATEGY NO. 23 ....................................................................................... 67

STRATEGY NO. 24 ....................................................................................... 69

GENERAL COMMENTS ............................................................................... 73



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The ADOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, Draft Final Report, was made available for public

comment beginning on January 8, 2013. The Draft Final Report was available for on-line public

comment until March 7, 2013.

The public was asked to review and comment on each of the 24 proposed strategies

recommended in the Draft Final Report. 160 individuals submitted nearly 1,500 individual

comments on the Draft Final Report. While many of the comments are a simple “agree”, or

“yes”, many contained valuable insights to the project team. The following table summarizes

whether the number of comments that were generally “agreeable” or “disagreeable” with the

proposed strategy.

Table 1 – Number of comments that ‘agree’ or ‘disagree’ with the proposed strategies

No. of Responses

Agree Disagree Other

Strategy 1 55 34 8 13

Strategy 2 65 54 6 5



Strategy 5 61 43 3 15





Strategy 10 61 55 2 4

Strategy 11 59 52 4 3

Strategy 12 54 41 2 11

Strategy 13 62 48 6 8

Strategy 14 56 40 4 12

Strategy 15 47 35 3 9

Strategy 16 71 53 9 9



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No. of Responses

Agree Disagree Other

Strategy 17 53 43 3 7

Strategy 18 49 40 5 4

Strategy 19 49 41 3 5

Strategy 20 52 43 4 5

Strategy 21 69 52 8 9

Strategy 22 63 38 22 3

Strategy 23 55 47 5 3

Strategy 24 64 54 5 5

General Comments 116 - - -

Total 1493 1101 114 162

The following pages list all of the public comments that were submitted. The comments are

organized by strategy. These responses have been left in the format and language used by the

respondent. In some cases, comments that addressed multiple items were broken into separate

rows to facilitate a review of the comments by the study team. However, the comments have not

been summarized or altered.



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Strategy No. 1

Strategy 1: Develop a Smart Transportation Guidebook to provide guidance on planning and designing non-limited access roadways, including multi-lane state highways in urban and rural communities.

1 yes, as long as bike facilities are included

2 This is a fantastic idea. "Complete streets" are essential to future planning efforts and will go a long way to making our communities more walkable. Local communities, and individuals outside of the transportation realm - planners specifically, should have input in developing this guidebook.

3 I encourage this.

4 YES

5 I would like to be able to bicycle safely to any community in Arizona that has a paved road. If this includes widening the shoulders, then that is a priority. This is an athletic, active state and we want to maintain that lifestyle.

6 Communities that include bicycles in their general planning have an altogether better lifestyle, attitude and way of life. When bicycles are an after thought that message contributes to a general lack of concern in many other areas. Please keep bicycles in the forefront. Please see comments at the end of this form. Thank You.

7 Excellent!

8 excellent.

9 Good idea.

10 Good start. In the West Valley many rural roads are being upgraded to multi-lane streets with NO bike lanes or bike lanes that start and stop capriciously. There will be .25 or .50 miles of bike lane that suddenly ends. There is little continuity.

11 Excellent - this will help communities link with state highways more seamlessly. They can see the state policy and align themselves with that, and hold the state's feet to the fire.

12 draft is good

13 This is a great idea as long as the local communities that are affected have input in developing the guidebook. Once developed training ADOT staff and their consultants will be needed to enure implementation.

14 This is good if it means there will be more bike lanes.

15 Sounds great.

16 Providing thorough, accurate information and background is always helpful for planners and designers.

17 A guidebook should place emphasis on providing good roadway markings, good signage, and good safe roadways with shoulder width or bike lane width based on bicycle use of the roadway and expected future use. A 4 ft. bike lane or shoulder is a minimal recommendation by AASHTO. On most roadways this is to narrow as all roadway debris tends to wind up in the bike lane or shoulder and riders tend to ride close to the white line where the debris is less.

18 Please include in the guidebook suggested designs to develop seperate lanes for bikes either by rolling curb, grade change, or drainage swale. My intent is to create a physical barrier between cyclist and vehical traffic. These physical barrier can be suttle enough to use as a temporary emergency lane.

19 Great Idea

20 also county roads with heavy traffice that join into the state highway. such as Mohave County 25, entering into Hiway 93 and is the main road to the West Rim of Grand Canyon, Dolan Springs, Meadview, and Mead City and on to AZ State Park and Lake Mead. Need space for walkers and bycycles.

21 Planning, designing and UPGRADING. Why leave out fixing, and fixing up roadways that are already there for this purpose?



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22 Is this uidebook for city/town planners? If so, planning and designing non-limited access roadways, etc, should be part of thier qualifications for the job

23 Sounds OK

24 Ok

25 It is especially important in rural areas to precede physical modification of roadways with driver education. It is not beneficial to anyone to provide "complete streets" without ensuring the local population understands the purpose and reasoning behind it. Change is difficult for many people.

26 Great idea

27 As part of this strategy the rumbel strip/ driver alert on the side of the road needs to conform to State Hwy Standards. Currently these are not the same for new road construction. The need to be on the white line and not in the bike path or to far over on the right side. This makes bike riders use the left of the shoulder which is to close to passing vehicles.

28 This is important, although not nearly as important as safety.

29 Agree with this.

30 The "complete streets" focus is a great approach

31 I agree

32 This sounds like a good idea, since ADOT is very focused on limited access facilities, and non-limited access facilities are not ADOT's strong suit. I think this strategy can be worded, however, to include the idea that the design would promote bicycling and walking. Perhaps "context sensitive" can be inserted in the strategy.

33 Yes.

34 Waste of time and money.

35 Quote from ADOT- "ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. " If you haven't done anything by now I have no confidence in you ever finishing. I am a bicycle commuter of 40 years.

36 Policy needed. Guidebook doesn't sound necessary.

37 I don't think urban highways are the answer, rather than giving certain streets priority as main routes of crossing town, with better timed lights to avoid stopping

38 I think that this may be done already on a federal level to some degree, do we really need to start at square one? Think that other plans can be adopted, this would not be a priority for me to support.

39 Recommend a single goal for each road segment: to be a "street" that adds value to the community (low speed limit, many intersections) or to be a "highway" that moves traffic between communities (high speed limit, few intersections). A road that tries to be both doesn't achieve either goal well. A road should have a high speed limit (45+ mph) or many intersections per mile (including driveways), not both. Having both at the same time jeapordizes bicyclist and pedestrian safety.

40 Sounds like something that should be done at the National or Multi-State Compact level rather than being taken on by on State.

41 No, I do not want this to happen. No monies should be spent on this program at all. The governments already have taken on too many "responsibilities", especially since the budget shortfalls are so severe. While bike travel is a good thing, no monies should be spent in this area

42 Add pedestrians to third sentence, last paragraph of page 36. Page 37, second bullet suggesting that development be concentrated is a good idea but outside of ADOT’s jurisdiction or ability to control.

43 Including references within the document to exemplary projects in communities throughout the state would be helpful.



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44 Most important for all new roadwork and repair work. If you are going to repave the road surface, you might as well conform to the latest guidelines.

45 In my area, near 83rd Ave and Thunderbird and into Arrowhead district I would like to see better pedestrian options. The intersection of 83rd Ave and T-bird is considerably huge and dangerous for pedestrians. As soon as you start walking the do not walk sign shows up. Also there is not good pedestrian flow for going through parking lots in most of the areas around me. I'm optimistic P83 will have good improvements but think alot could still be done. Also having sidewalks that meander rather than edge up against the road might be nice. On the sidewalk we are awfully close to the 4 lanes of traffic speeding by. It's pretty disconcerting at times. 75th and Bell needs to be improved. Everything along Bell needs to be improved to be safer for walkers, bikers, and drivers. It is dangerous and crowded. Need a left hand arrow on the signal at 75th and Bell.

46 Make rumble strips friendly to bicycles and provide shoulders at least 8' wide

47 Please develop a similar document for bicycle, pedestrian and personal mobility devices with an emphasis on routes away from the flow of large vehicles. This will encourage the use of non-polluting transportation and ensure the safety of vulnerable users (bikes, wheelchairs, walkers, small scooters.

48 Keeping bicycle lanes free of foreign debris (glass etc) is paramount. In its current condition, Tucson's bicycle lanes are inundated with glass and other debris. Dedicated street cleaning equipment, assigned to the bicycle lanes and running continuously should be purchased and tasked.

49 who is this for? Public, city gov, county gov, ADOT?

50 so.

51 See my general comments at the end.

52 hwy 60 between Superior and Globe is not safe for bicycles please stop bicyclist from using this segment of highway. Thank you

53 PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE. Tell all the idiots who simply MUST RUN/WALK in the bicycle lanes that they are a hazard. USE THE DAMN SIDEWALK. that's what they were constructed for. ALSO, tell the Lance Armstrong wannabes that darting across the crosswalk while riding does NOT make you a pedestrian. Most bicycle idiots seem to feel that they own the road, and cars must avoid them at all costs. This is enhanced by the equally idiot drivers who feel they must swerve into oncoming traffic in order to clear the bicyclist by 8 feet.

54 Please restate this strategy accurately as being limited ONLY to roads that are owned by the state DOT.



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Strategy No. 2

Strategy 2: Develop an ADOT Pedestrian Policy that requires construction of sidewalks in urban areas as part of major construction or reconstruction highway projects.

55 Ensure continuity for pedestrians and cyclists, with continuous sidewalks/cycle paths, especially across frontages of unbuilt properties. Consider even temporary hard surfaces if final construction is not warranted. Prime example is the intersection of Meeker Rd. and Hwy 60(Grand Ave), where there is no continuous sidewalk or path crossing on either side (fronting Hospital and across Railroad). Similarly at R,H,Johnsaon and Grand Ave (Hwy.60).

56 This looks sufficient. It goes without saying that cooperation with local jurisdictions to connect new infrastructure with destinations is paramount to ensure a "sidewalk to nowhere" doesn't appear.

57 In urban areas, it is recommended that sidewalks should always be included on both sides of a street. Soliere Avenue in Flagstaff, for example, is bordered on the north by Interstate 40. A decision was made to not build a sidewalk along that side because of the lack of destinations; however, there are still pedestrians who walk on that side of the street in the bike lane. In addition, bus stops have been added to that side of the road since the decision not to include sidewalks was made. In general, it is best to avoid trying to determine in advance where sidewalks are needed and where they are not. Parkways (a strip of land between the back of curb and the sidewalk) should be included wherever sidewalks are installed. Parkways provide a buffer for pedestrians from traffic, and in snow country provide a place for snow to be piled and for cinders to accumulate. There is a need to differentiate the need for sidewalks on state highways in remote rural areas, and state highways through communities and developed areas – the methodology to determine when sidewalks should be included will be very important. Sidewalks should be a minimum of 6 feet in width on state highways. Sidewalks should be wider on streets with high volumes of traffic, where a parkway cannot be provided, and where there are vertical obstructions like walls, fences, buildings, and rock faces adjacent to the sidewalk.

58 Why not update this strategy to state "Develop an ADOT Pedestrian AND BICYCLE Policy that requires construction of sidewalks AND BICYCLE LANES/PATHS in urban areas as part of major construction or reconstruction highway projects.

59 yes

60 yes

61 I like this policy

62 The pedestrian policy should be implemented statewide. Sidewalks are needed in most communities and along major corridors through suburban areas, as well.

63 Yes to sidewalks. I would like to see a sidewalk along the north side of the Peoria High School lot. I would like to see pedestrian access into commerical zones where we can walk instead of having to use the turn lanes for cars (CVS case in point) I have to either go over a cement wall or walk around into the car entry points to get in as a walker at 83rd and T-Bird. Not safe and not ped friendly.

64 I believe having sidewalks on all urban streets is very important to get people walking once again but to give them a measure of safety. I see folks walking along streets and major roads in the dirt shoulder that puts them in danger of tripping and falling in front of a vehicle. This is a Health and Safety Issue.

65 As long as the sidewalk is marked and setback from the entrances and exits of businesses along the highway.

66 YES

67 Yes absolutely

68 Great!

69 Yes! But those sidewalks should also be protected from street traffic. Walking on the sidewalk down Camelback Road feels like I am taking my life (and the lives of my children) into harms way. One small misstep and we'd be thrown into traffic. One large side mirror from a vehicle whizzing by in the right hand lane and we'd be toast. There should be some sort of protection or park strip as a buffer.

70 When the State cuts funds for local jurisdictions one of the first thing that goes is the consideration for bicycle planning. Any cost-sharing should keep the local jurisdictions total financial condition in mind. If a sidewalk in needed then is should be put in and not depending if the local Jurisdiction can afford it.



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71 This is a winning policy! Businesses, bus riders and even traffic benefits from convenience and safety. Sidewalks enhance the City's impression on tourists and potential residents.

72 Needed.

73 Excellent!

74 Great idea many tines have we walked over construction sites where there are no safe crosswalks for pedestrians walking though.

75 Yes. Follow USDOT policies requiring multimodal accommodations on all road projects.

76 As a pedestrian in Goodyear I am always amazed at how few crosswalks there are. The city considers crosswalks safest at intersections that have street lights, but these are few and far between. Pedestrians have no choice in the real world but to jaywalk when needing to cross the street. The city says it has liability issues when crosswalks are just painted on the street without a signal or a crossing guard, but I think that pedestrians need the protection of crosswalks at realistic intervals around our town.

77 Include effort at aesthetic enhancement of these sidewalks (Adopt a Sidewalk?)

78 Very much needed in Apache Junction. So many roadways have no sidewalks making it difficult to push my granddaughter in her stroller.

79 It was stated that a minimum clear width of 5 ft was comfortable. Is this wide enough to accommodate two people comfortably or a person and a person with a stroller? It seems to me the minimum should be at least 6 ft.

80 Not only sidewalks, but signal crossings that give adequate time for an elderly person or a mom with a stroller and another child to cross. Too often the time given is too short.

81 give tax incentives to buisnes that plant trees to provide shade for sidewalks

82 draft is good

83 I think that this strategy is important, but should not be implemented as a must do for everyone. Any policy developed should not be over thought, put provide some basic guidelines for how cities/counties should evaluate if these projects in urban areas are worthy or sidewalks. Some places are just not sidewalk friendly and we shoudl not spend our money there.

84 The proposed ADOT Pedestrian Policy is a sound policy and needs to be implemented state wide. There is a typo in the last sentence of the second paragraph, it should read "city or county."

85 Will you add the addition of sidewalks or at least narrow walking lanes on the streets of Sedona? We often walk down CoffePot and Mountain Shadows at great risk from cars traveling on the same roadway. Esp. scary at night.

86 There should be some sort of a plan for rural areas, as well. Don't limit this strictly to urban. Mass transit should be part of their long-term plan which would increase pedestrian traffic automatically.

87 I would support including water-efficient/native landscaping and shade trees (not palm trees) as part of the construction in order to increase viability or appeal of walking in a hot, concrete-and-asphalt urban environment. Encourage walking as a healthy and even social activity that offers experiences of place that cannot necessarily occur while driving in a car. Envision walking as not only a form of exercising, but as civic engagement and getting to know the community better.

88 I agree that when new roadways are built or old ones reconstructed that sidewalks need to be required. However, I would amend that statement to recommend that either a designated bike lane and a sidewalk, or a shared use pathway adjacent but apart from the roadway be constructed. The reconstruction of 89A between Cottonwood and Clarkdale did not authorize funding for either sidewalks or a bike lane. A sidewalk on only one side was later constructed but still no bike lanes.

89 agree

90 Great Idea

91 yes



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92 Policy should also inventory and prioritize the many, many major roadways in Phoenix, etc. where there are no sidewalks and pedestrians walk in road at night with no street lights against traffic (example; East side of Cave Creek between Bell and Union Hills) Again as with first strategy, why focus on major projects and ignore glaring safety problems already in existence not associated with a "porject."

93 Absolutely. By providing adequate walking facilities, the more they will be used.

94 Providing opportunities for walking in urban areas encourages all of us to walk more.

95 Ok

96 It is so common for those of us who live in AZ to walk on the road shoulders or in the gravel off the side of the road. It's never been a safe alternative, but frequently the only alternative to get from point A to point B. This is even common in urban areas. What a nice concept....sidewalks.

97 Yes, As populations grows this is needed.

98 Sounds great. Make it with no exceptions and ADA compliant too.

99 Yes, good ifea.

100 Plan sidewalks that work for both pedestrians and bicyclists.

101 Great idea here! I don't know how many times I've walked along a busy road where there was no sidewalk and had to jump onto a embankment or into roadside shrubbery to avoid being hit.

102 Probably a good idea, however, it should be assessed by project not as a blanket requirement. Assessment criteria would be a significant contribution.

103 I agree.

104 Agree with this.

105 This goes a long way in re-orienting the car-centric focus of construstion projects.

106 Open up the Arizona canal from Mcdowell to Main Street for Bicycle and pedestrian traffic.

107 I agree

108 This is fine. In the policy I would like to see width of sidewalk addressed and presence of a buffer between the curb and sidewalk encouraged.

109 This is a must. There is no adequate punishment on the books for the vehicle driver who injures or kills pedestrians (or bicyclists either). Sidewalks must be protected space that pedestrians can be safe in.

110 Waste of money. Leave it to local communities to make this kind of decision.

111 Poor idea for bikes. We cannot commute on these sidewalks, because we encounter baby strollers, etc.

112 No thanks. Pedestrians can walk on dirt cheaply.

113 I am not sure a change is necessary

114 Why build sidewalks where no one would use them? Rather, develop a methodology (like the Highway Capacity Manual for vehcles) to predict use. Test the model extensively before implementation.

115 No, I do not want this to happen either. No monies should be spent on this program at all. The governments already have taken on too many "responsibilities", especially since the budget shortfalls are so severe. While bike travel is a good thing, no monies should be spent in this area

116 this definitely lends itself to people walking, skateboarding or cycling, if the highway is a high traffic street. It would be great to be able to use the canals as alternate pathways, as it is in Scottsdale and Phx areas. I am thinking of Arizona canal in Scottsdale, specifically.

117 Should be done with neighborhood approval. Lots of higher end neighborhoods do not have sidewalks and want to keep it that way.

118 ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. It's 2013, when are you going to start?

119 so what.




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Strategy No. 3

Strategy 3: Modify ADOT Bicycle Policy. 121 It is still very scary to cycle in this metropolitan area. There need to be bike lanes clearly designated and more signage

about the 3 feet distance. I've cycled on Pima Road and had car's inches from me. Driver's have no idea what share the road means, and the cycling lanes tend to gather debris (Cave Creek Road and many others).

122 It needs a major overhaul.

123 yes

124 The bike path crossing at 9th street and Campbell is still very dangerous, walk across it during rush hour or other busy times. The City in general needs more Bike racks especially at stores. Bike riders need to learn espc. at U of A to only pass other bikes on their left side. Design a bike crossing at park and 6th, this was poorly designed. More bike lanes necessary and bike crossings and please sweep out the debris of broken glass and other dangerous rubbish. Also, Sweep the street corners of sand and gravel so bikes do not skid out and please fix the pot holes. Provide some free lights regularly. Thank you

125 yes

126 Yes!

127 Increase funding for bicycle infrastructure in order to promote more bike lanes, including green bike lanes and "sharrows". Decrease the speed limits for smaller roads which have bike lanes to increase the safety of cyclists and promote more cycling on those streets.

128 I would caution against using wide curb lanes as a standard solution for major roadways. Bike lanes should be varied depending on the roadway, congestion, etc. Local input is needed to find the right solution to bike safety.

129 Don't bike much but having safety for both drivers and bikers top of mind is my input.

130 Construct more bike lanes especially on highways that are dangerous to cyclists. Hwy 60 from mesa to Globe is a popular travel corridor for cyclists but is extremely dangerous especially thru the Queen Creek tunnel. We want to make the area as bike friendly as possible.

131 We need more AND wider bike paths that are clearly marked for bikes. I see lots of people driving in the bike lane to pass on the right. Scary!

132 Very Simple request 1) That all new and upgraded roads have safe bicycle lanes that ADOT maintains. 2) Ask that Highway 180/Fort Valley Road have a safe bicycle lane to Grand Canyon National Park.

133 It is not safe to ride a bike in Phoenix and yet it is perfect bike weather most of the year. Our pollution is so terrible that every effort must be made to make the city bike and pedestrian friendly. Are we making every effort? No, we are not. Protected bike lanes are essential. Not bike lanes like those on Campbell which are nice but mostly used for parking and an additional lane for traffic. Make dedicated protected bike lanes where I "bike path" really means something. We have all these "bike path" signs all over town and I have no idea what they mean because the routes are frequently not bike friendly.

134 The ADOT Bicycle Policy must be reviewed if it is to meaningful. Perhaps it should be included into the general ADOT Planning and therefore not require a separate policy. Everything that is done by ADOT had due consideration for bicycles.

135 Strengthen policy that provides for more contiguous bike lanes and signage requiring 3 feet minimum clearance from auto / truck MIRROR ARMS and bike riders.

136 Excellent!

137 Policy appears to be very thorough. At some point AZ should have discussion about a "rolling stop" law for cyclists. Idaho has had a rolling stop law for 30 years.

138 Create an attractive and functional website for bicyclists, possibly with an associated iPhone/Android app to communicate this policy and help bicyclists navigate safely.

139 prohibit bicycle use on sidewalks



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Strategy 3: Modify ADOT Bicycle Policy. 140 Az needs to be more bicyclist friendly.

141 YES!!! Make 4' minimum distance between motorized vehicle and bicycle. Allow cyclists at stop signs to do a safe "rolling stop" after looking both ways for traffic. Such legislation was proposed but did not advance in the legislature. Where there is ony one lane of travel and no shoulder, a bicyclist needs to "take the lane" until there is a safe shoulder or bike lane. Vehicles behind need to slow or yield to the cyclist.

142 Good

143 Make more major bike routes east west and north south from the downtown districts

144 draft is good

145 Adopt Complete Streets for all of Arizona

146 Bicycles do not mix safely with motorized traffic, especially on heavily-traveled thoroughfares like Hwy. 89A is Sedona. Bicycle lanes should be separated from motorways by distance and curbs, not paint stripes. ADOT recently painted stripes on both sides of 89A in Sedona, dangerously narrowing motorized lanes while not improving bicycle safety. Both sidewalks and bicycle lanes are little-used, while motorized traffic loads are increased.

147 Get it done, before it is out of date!!!! It is a document that is waiting to be updated and approved, not sure modifying is necessary. But YES, please do this and than make it the bible for transportation planning and distribute to County's and Cities and have all ADOT roadway design engineers know it as well as transportation consultants.

148 I agree where you are going here, however, you need some local jurisdictional input because the local jurisdictions have good experience in this area.

149 Can there be more bike lanes on more roads in Sedona? Right now they are just on 89A and few on the other streets. There are some which are welcome but would be appreciated to have more.


151 It should be illegal to ride on ALL sidewalks, or if you have to ride on a sidewalk it should be made illegal to go against the flow of traffic. In either case, bicyclists should be directed to go with flow of traffic at all times, and this should be made into law.


153 ADOT bicycle policy seems to leave many decisions up to the individual district. For example, signage for a Bicycle Friendly Community differs between the Prescott and the Flagstaff district. There needs to be uniformity between districts statewide. As a member of the VVTPO, Yavapai county seems to be held hostage by ADOT on what signage will be allowed on county roads; any sign in the MUTCD should be appropriate for not only state but also county roads. Signage should not be restricted to just Share the Road signage, but be more comprehensive.

154 Please include in the policy suggested designs to develope seperate lanes for bikes either by rolling curb, grade change, or drainage swale. My intent is to create a physical barrier between cyclist and vehical traffic. These physical barrier can be suttle enough to use as a temporary emergency lane.

155 Maintain smooth surfaces and avoid even minor cracks parallel to direction of travel. Otherwise No comment

156 Modification of the bicycle policy should address bicycle use not only as a recreational activity, but for safe commuting as well.

157 Considering cyclists as equals in transportation policy supports alternate modes of transportation, benefits human health and fitness and keeps our skies green.

158 bikes soould be given the sme rights as cars and any car coming closer than 5 feet should be ticketed.



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Strategy 3: Modify ADOT Bicycle Policy. 159 Strategy seems to be pointed more at modifying bicyclist behaviors rather than a balanced approached. As I

understand bikes are vehicles and as such should not be on sidewalks but rather on roads and as such have certain roadway privileges. In the Scope of Work, Table 3, pg 11, task 11.5, “Develop enforcement strategies and programs aimed at bicyclist and pedestrian law violations that are most likely to result in serious crashes.” “Not implemented.” “Consider Developing.” Where are the “…strategies and programs…” aimed at motorist violations that are most likely to result in serious crashed to and for bicyclist? I do not know if this in included in the Draft Final Report because I could not download it; it hung up at 5.68 MB of 5.83 MB and at 5.63 and at 5.74 MB.

160 Allow bicyles to come to a "momentary" or "wobbling-sideways" stop at stop signs rather than a full stop with foot on the ground.

161 Not a question, it needs to be done. I agree with changing the language to assume bicycles are part of the traffic population on EVERY road in the state.

162 It is IMPERATIVE to Laveen's (as well as Phoenix's as a whole) longevity and growth that we see more bicycle friendly roads and paths. Our residents need more options for transportation, a linking freeway (build the 202!) and a way for those who rely on or prefer to travel by bike, a way to get around town, safely.

163 YES!!!!!!! here's the deal. 90 percent of bike use is recreational noit transportation to a destination. Once you grasp that you reduce the number of paths, but make them stronger for long distance travel without or with fewer interruptions. this helps get bikers off the regualar roads.

164 Encourage bicycle riding on sidewalks.

165 1) Also include recommendation to change/study ARS regarding allowing bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs, similar to the Idaho Stop Law. 2) App E.e does not clearly state that 4 feet riding shoulder does NOT include rumble strip. This should be added.

166 Where bike lanes are not provided for on congested urban streets either allow bicycle the use of sidewalks and/or ban bicycle use on the streets.

167 Expanding the recognition of bicyclist rigts is desireable. Today it seems that cyclist accidents are not judged in the same fashion as motorist and pedestrian accidents where the driver is generally judged to have enhanced responsibility. While there is a difference between a pedestrian and cyclist, the cars still outweigh both rendering the car virtually invincible.

168 Increase penalties for riding outside the bike lanes!!!


170 Bicylcist should not ride side by side, This one thing infuriates POV drivers the most.

171 The strategy is fine but the details are crucial. I have a home in Sedona for example where ADOT recently spend a vast amount of $ putting in bike lanes on both sides of SR179. These lanes are rarely/never used because they are badly designed: they are simply a widening of the car lane. No bicyclist would consider this safe, especially in limited light conditions. It would have been MUCH better and cheaper to have a single SEPARATE bike/pedestrian lane. Without a physical separation a bike lane is simply not safe and thus will get little use and is therefore mostly a waste of resources. Thanks! Allan Affeldt ex-mayor, winslow az

172 I agree

173 Definitely. ADOT uses the bicycle policy to say "NO." The policy should enable bicycling, not curtail it.

174 As stated above, there is no punishment for vehicle drivers who injure or kill cyclists (except for a $500 (Injury) or $1,000 (death) for "passing to close". We must ensure vehicle drivers are trained that cyclists have rights to use the roads and we could do cyclists a service by designating more "sighposted" bicycle lanes. Then, ADOT must also periodically check/brish these lanes (something they are not required to do now. Else, Cyclists will leave the shoulder to the right of the white line (or leave teh properly designated bike lane), because of all of the hazards in the bike lanes. Visit my On Cycling column in the Sierra Vista Herald. I'm a guest columnist "Stu Carter" specializing in providing insights of all communities sharing our city/county/state roads.



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Strategy 3: Modify ADOT Bicycle Policy. 175 Waste of money. Allow local communities to make this kind of decision.

176 No, do not included this information. It costs money to develop this and make changes.

177 The 2012 AASHTO guidelines should indeed be followed. Bicyclists in the top 1% (strong and fearless) would ride on wide curb lanes regularly, but even people like myself in the next 7% (enthused and confident) will avoid these at any opportunity. Wide shoulders / bike lanes are preferred and rumble strips are extremely useful in providing a permeable boundary between traffic and cyclists (bollards or other visual devices might help the more casual rider feel comfortable, but people in my group feel quite confident in the ability of rumble strips to provide a barrier).

178 I would like to see signs that require motorists to give bicyclists 5 feet or full lane.

179 ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. Bike lanes still end 400 feet before the intersection and , when they actually start back up, start 400 feet after, What do you expcet us to do in this 800 foot gap?

180 Elaborate.

181 I have seen the current policy




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Strategy No. 4

Strategy 4: Modify ADOT Roadway Design Guidelines.

183 yes, include marked bike lanes within jurisdictions

184 More bike lanes please.

185 Double yes

186 Increase use of bike lanes, green bike lanes and "sharrows". Decrease speed limits on smaller roads more-frequently used by cyclists.

187 Minimum shoulder widths for bikes should be 6-ft. A variety of safety improvements for bikes should also be included. Pedestrian use should also be looked at. Pedestrians do not use at-grade crossings, especially along wide roads. Road widths are a major determent to walkability.

188 Don't understand this without doing alot of additional reading. Get rid of the middle lanes that can be used for left hand turns during certain times and as an extra lane at other times. Super dangerous. Not sure if we have that outside Phoenix but we should not.

189 More bike lanes!!! The rumble holes on the side of the highways are dangerous to cyclists. They make it impossible to ride just outside of the white line where it is the safest. The inside of the rumbles are often filled with glass and debris pushing the cyclist out into the traffic lane.


191 Roads with enough space and designated bike lanes are much safer. Without space and lanes bikers will ride on sidewalks or in traffic, both are dangerous and costly

192 Make rumble strips friendly to bicycles and provide shoulders at least 8' wide

193 See 3 above

194 A stategy that seperates large machines from fragile people could reverse grid-lock trends. Divide roadways into "light weight" (LW) and "heavy duty" (HD) components. LW is for pedestrians, bicycles, small/slow motorized bikes. HD is for traditional cars and trucks. Many people don't commute using bikes because they think they risk death if they are hit by large vehicles they would have to share road with (reasonable fear). Seperate roadways for LW would allow cheaper overpasses (relative to cost of overpass for heavy vehciles); would allow for possibility of LW commute routes that were no slower than HD commutes even though velocity of LW is lower - by reducing stop and go intersections. Once such a thing is started, it would snowball. As grid-lock delays increase, people would find increased advantage in LW travel.

195 Excellent!

196 Include paved shoulders or bike lanes wherever road right of way provides enough width and the traffic volume is moderate or greater.

197 Include buried utility and projected mas transit routes (train or streetcars in roadway planning and construction.

198 Make roads wide enough to include a bicycle lane on all new road construction and renovation.

199 Not enough. Bicycles are vehicles, they should never be directed onto the sidewalk at signal crossings. Bicycle lanes should continue through the intersections.

200 Bicycle lanes are often segmented leading to zones where there are increased overlap of cars and bicycles sharing the roadway. At minimum it is unpleasant for both car and bicycle users and worst creates higher probability of accident.

201 Good

202 draft is good

203 This is the BIGGEST bang for the buck. The outcome of new roadway design guidelines is far reaching in how we view transportation into the 21st century.

204 Minimum shoulder widths for bikes should be 6-ft. Include a section on pedestrian signals warrants. Peds just do not use grade apearated crossing unless that is the only way to cross and they are funneled into them. Other wise they cross the street right under the GSI.



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206 When bike lanes are to the left of parallel parking, make sure the bike lanes are not in the "door zone". Recommend "head out" angle parking over parallel parking or "back out" angle parking, to improve visibility of bicyclists.

207 Clarify/ improve gore identifiers for bicyle paths crossing at intersections. For example: Westbound on McDowell at Higley in Mesa.

208 I would support the inclusion of rumble strips to create a more substantial marker for bike lanes than a painted line. Creatively designed trails can integrate public art and local culture to make cycling, being a pedestrian a destination of sorts.

209 Definitely, I believe it was a mistake to place curbing on 179 between the Village of Oak Creek and Sedona, the section of 89A between Cottonwood and Clarkdale, and 260 coming into Cottonwood. If a curb was deemed necessary, it should have been a rolled curb rather than vertical. Whether there is a bike lane or not, bicyclists will tend to ride as close to the left side as possible. A vertical curb limits a bicyclist to respond in case of an accident. Also, there is less chance that any debris that accumulates in the bike lane or gutter pan will be blown or washed away and a sweeper will be required to remove the debris. Also, as the curb deteriorates, cement chucks will fall into the bike lane providing an additional obstacle to the rider. Shoulder design guidelines should be wider than 4 ft, closer to 8-10 ft. as on 89A between Cottonwood and Sedona. Debris such as tire trash, broken bottles, etc. accumulates in the bike lanes; a 4 ft. shoulder provides very little leeway in where the rider may ride with the less amount of debris. Usually it is close to the white line which puts the rider close to the traffic lane.

210 Please include in the alternative designs to develope seperate lanes for bikes either by rolling curb, grade change, or drainage swale. My intent is to create a physical barrier between cyclist and vehical traffic. These physical barrier can be suttle enough to use as a temporary emergency lane.

211 If it is to include bike lanes yes.

212 Yes

213 Maintain smooth surfaces and avoid even minor cracks parallel to direction of travel. Otherwise No comment

214 Any construction &/or reconstruction should require a bike path be incorporated and established in the newly constructed/reconstructed road/highway.

215 Bike lanes on all major streets. We desperately need a bike lane on the top 3 miles of dynamite/rio verde. It is crazy dangerous.

216 Ok

217 Place "yield to bicycle" or "share the road" signs on roadways approaching and crossing under/over Interstate highways where there are no marked bike lanes.

218 Needs to be done. Progress is only impeded due to the rigid "schedule" of road maintenance/improvement. If a road is not due to be improved for another 10 years, it's another 10 years of unsafe bicycle travel. Why can't we attempt to get some bonds for strategic road improvement to allow us to fix some of the problem areas sooner rather than later?

219 As part of this strategy the rumbel strip/ driver alert on the side of the road needs to conform to State Hwy Standards. Currently these are not the same for new road construction. The need to be on the white line and not in the bike path or to far over on the right side. This makes bike riders use the left of the shoulder which is to close to passing vehicles.

220 App F. 209.1, 209.2, 302.4, 306.4.A, 306.4.B, 306.4.E, Should be explicity that 4-feet is exclusive of rumble strip.

221 Always allow for bycicle lanes to provide safe traffic environment.

222 Current bicycle lanes are often quite insufficient. I ride to work where there is a fairly decent bike lane, but only about 3" wide and it's a very busy road with a 45 MPH speed limit (meaning drivers go 50+). When I ride in the bike lane, often the wind created by big trucks nearly knocks me over and the dust they stir up can be blinding, or the tires through up rocks. Motor vehicle drivers ore often inattentive, talking on phones or otherwise not looking. I feel very unsafe in this bike lane and usually ride on the sidewalk, which has few pedestrians. Several other bicyclists do the same on this particular road (Willow Creek Rd in Prescott). There are other routes I would like to ride, but there's no bike lane or even shoulder. It should be required for all public roads.



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223 Cannot comment except to note that currently most roadways do not accomodate safe cycling. I would think motorists would be happy with any action that would render their driving safer as well.

224 Incorporate buffer distance in all roadways. Where buffer is not possible, bikers must exit the roadway to the sidewalk or an off-sidewalk path.


226 Move bicycle and pedestrian traffic away from roadways where possible.


228 I agree

229 Incentives to cities for partial funding of road resurfacing precludes some cities (like Sierra Vista) from creating bike lanes narrower that requisit ADOT specs, when road is not wide enough for 12' wide vehicle lanes. Perhaps a little flexibility in City streents for 11' wide vehicle lanes and 3' wide bike lanes would provide enough space for normal car/pick-up traffic and cycls traffic.

230 Waste of money.

231 Seems like this repeats strategy No. 1. Obviously roadway design for limited-access facilities must different than non limited access facilities. It is not necessary to modify their freeway design for bikes and peds, in other words.

232 No. Do not spend any monies expanding roadways for bikes. All road monies should be spent for auto travel only

233 Important, but mixing old roadway designs with new creates confusion among drivers.

234 ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. , I recommend finishing.

235 more construction to occur at night! stop building more roads, and improve the ones we already have

236 West Hwy. 89A in Sedona desperately needs center median safety islands to control left turns across traffic, and to provide safety for pedestrian crossings.

237 why?

238 How? Details?


240 I did not read beyond the study final report and have no additional input on this strategy.

241 No Comment



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Strategy No. 5

Strategy 5: Amend State Statute to clarify bicyclist operation on sidewalks and crosswalks.

242 I absolutely love this suggestion and would encourage a strong education and subsequent enforcement campaign to promote this.

243 It is recommended that ADOT pursue revisions to ARS using language similar to the Oregon example to clarify the operation of bicycles on sidewalks and crosswalks. The rights and duties of bicyclists on pathways also need to be clarified.

244 Please do not kick bicyclists off sidewalks. Although bike lanes are ideal, sharing the road with drivers who are not paying attention can be deadly. Sidewalks are always preferred to busy roads with no shoulder.

245 yes

246 Yes on this because in some areas there is no option but to ride on the sidewalk or you are in very dangerous traffic

247 What is walking speed? Most people cannot tell you, and just like drivers think they are being safe with cyclist on the road. Many cyclist have ridden past me at an unsafe speed. Wikipedia.org (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walking) defines walking speed to be 3.1 mph. I would make some reference to fact. I would also recommend a maximum speed of < 10 mph for overtaking pedestrians.

248 Agreed

249 People generally do not know that cyclists are not allowed to ride on sidewalks and have the right ..and forced to...ride in traffic like a car and obey traffic laws. More education on bike laws would be helpful. Maybe I wont have so much crap thrown at me...and I ride on the waaaaay right of the road!

250 Please do this.

251 YES

252 When sidewalks are available and there is no bike lane or path available, a bicyclist will naturally ride on the sidewalk or will ride facing traffic because that is the only area large enough to ride a bike safely. There are contridctions between what should be done and what can be done. Bicyclist should have a way to report areas that conflict with the conditions and the rules of the road. Oregon 814.410 may work here in Arizona as well.

253 yes

254 Excellent!

255 Require riders on sidewalks to travel in the direction of traffic flow and at low speeds.

256 I love to bike in the neighborhood but always choose sidewalks since I have had too many close calls being in the streets with cars that 'don't see' bikes. I always yield to pedestrians and like to ride through a crosswalk rather than hazard an accident with a driver who isn't paying attention. It would be good if these types of riding with courtesy to pedestrians could be legalized.

257 The iPhone/Android app and website will help to communicate the new policies in context.

258 Yes, so many bikers in Apache Junction ride on the sidewalks due to no bike lanes. This makes it difficult for pedestrians.

259 Only in the fact that bicycles are vehicles and need to act like vehicles at a crosswalk. They should "take the lane" of their travel and hold that lane and not yield to cars. Too often bicyclists are directed onto the sidewalk at crossings. This is not safe.

260 if provided with proper bike lanes, bikes should be kept separate from pedestrian areas

261 draft is good

262 Limit bicycles to sidewalks or separated lanes, and provide traffic signs for bicyclists, e.g. stop, look left, one way, watch for pedestrians, etc.



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263 Once people know that the STATE sees pedestrians and cyclists as having equal in rights (not size) to be on our roadways, than they will begin to see pedestrians.cyclists as equal users and the issue of sharing the road/road rage may lessen.

264 I support this strategy.

265 Also modify ARS 28-815 to allow motorists to merge into the bike lane in order to make a right turn as ARS 28-751 requires (these laws conflict with each other on the matter). See California's CVC 21209 and CVC 21717. Also modify the driver license manual to clarify this point, and add a driver license test question.

266 Okay.

267 agree

268 This is necessary as 28-904 should not prohibit the safe operation of bicycles on sidewalk. Young children are safer riding on sidewalks than streets. "Speed appropriate for pedestrian travel" should be reworded or at least interpreted more broadly; there are few problems associated with people jogging on sidewalks where pedestrians are walking. Jogging speed would be appropriate on a bike in most cases.

269 This strategy benefits the safety for all involved.

270 See 3 above otherwise ok.

271 If bike lanes are available, bikes should not be on the sidewalk. In construction zones, make an exception that bikes are allowed to ride on sidewalks.

272 Needs to be done.

273 Thank you for doing this. Can you also get the police to enforce it too

274 Please! My son was victim of hit and run while crossing on bike within crosswalk. Police would not pursue as he shouldn't have been riding in crosswalk. Please clarify and suggest safer alternatives for urban riders.

275 YESSSSSSS!!!!! it is currently permissible for a bike to ride against the grain of traffic on a sidewalk. This allows them to go un-seen to those exiting drives. Phoenix eliminated their sidewalk ban in 1973. The ban is all or nothing. there should be a smart compromise, like directional use only.

276 Encourage bicycle riding on sidewalks rather than roads.

277 Allow the operation of buicycles on sidewalks and crosswalks where there are not bicycle lanes in the roadway.

278 Thanks for not restricting bicycles from riding on sidewalks altogether. Some cities do, but should stipulate that it applies to busy city streets, and that otherwise bicycles on sidewalks obey pedestrian rules as you suggest.

279 A good idea. Some officials, even police I am told, think cyclists should ride on the sidewalks. This is dangerous in general. I do see a problem with a blanket statement as I am happier with the very young (say below 13) riding on the sidewalks despite the enhanced danger to walkers. Often the young cyclists is not sufficiently mature to exercise the necessary caution when riding on the street.

280 1. It should be clarified as to whether the bicyclist is physically riding the bicycle (something which should not be allowed within the bounds of a designated pedestrian crosswalk) or "walking" the bicycle across the roadway in the crosswalk. Propelling is an inadequate wording. 2. Bicycles on sidewalks presents a problem when the sidewalks are curved and the bicyclist (traveling at a higher speed) does not see the pedestrian and collides with them. Bicyclists should not be on a sidewalk unless the roadway does not provide a bicycle land AND the bicyclist is incompetent, due to lack of education or physical ability, to ride safely on the roadway.

281 This is very much needed, but also needs to be incorporated into driver and cyclist training/signage/etc. I have heard many drivers and inexperienced cyclists express outrage that a cyclist would ride in a lane when sidewalks are present.They all need to know that the place for a bike is on the road, not the sidewalk.



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283 I agree

284 Yes, absolutely - make it known that cycling on sidewalks that are not designated as a multi use path is prohibited - unless the cyclist is walking. THis is only important to protect pedestrians. Crosswalks should not be designated as a Walk only space. Cyclistgs should be allowed to ride in the cross walks when it is safe to do so.

285 Clear enough as is. Don't waste the money.

286 No bicycles on sidewalks


288 With enforceability in mind.

289 In my opinion, precluding bicycles from using sidewalks would be unwaranted. In many communities school children use sidewalks as part of their daily bicycle routes to and from school. This is generally safer than the alternative of riding along the roadway with traffic, particularly for yongsters that have not perfected such skills. I believe it is imperative that sidewalk bicycle travel is regulated to protect the safety of pedestrians.

290 There are many roads where it's not safe to ride because there is no bike lane: Shea Blvd in many sections, Frank Lloyd Wright, so it's safer for cyclists to be on the sidewalk.

291 Bicyclists are worse offenders than motor vehicles because there is no requirement to know the laws and procedures for operating on the street and crosswalks and the police do not enforce the laws.

292 ? for what purpose?

293 Allow cyclists to treat stop signs as "yield" signs but only when the cyclist has confirmed there are absolutely no vehicles approaching the intersection. Making cyclists stop at all stop signs is potentially dangerous because of the risk of the cyclist not clipping out of his pedals and falling into the path of vehicular traffic. Also, it decreases the efficiency of cycling.

294 Who is going to police this? I'm all for better safety and better clarity but who is going to make sure all bicyclists know these rules and who is going to stand around handing out tickets for this?

295 I ride a bike a lot, but I do not know what the laws are for biking. I have never been pulled over or ticketed, but I have probably broken laws. I learned car laws before I went on the road.

296 Bicycles don't belong on the sidewalk. Build more bike lanes. I am absolutely disgusted every time I see road improvements with a huge center divider and no bike lane installed on a brand new road. Examples: Chaparell Rd. in Scottsdale, McDowell Rd. from the 101 west to , well, east and west bound lanes for miles. Through Scottsdale the bike lane just ends for a mile at a time with no warning. Want proof. Get on a bike at 52nd st in Phoenix and go east to the 101. Then turn around and go back to 52nd street. I dare you , I'm actually challenging you to put your money where your mouth is.

297 I am not sure if this should be a local issue or state issue. The age of the cyclists, the availability of multiuse pathways, and the availability of bike lanes becomes a factor in making the decision.

298 I haven't seen current statue.

299 Not sure

300 GET THOSE BICYCLES OFF THE STREET!!!!! PLEASE!!!!! PUT THEM ON THE SIDEWALK, OR AN A RACE TRACK WHICH IS WHERE THEY WANT TO BE.

301 Need more legislative support than this. See my General comments at the end.

302 Bicyclists are CRAZY in Arizona. They ride in a pack, which is highly disrespectful and dismissive of the auto traffic around them. Where are the autos supposed to go??? A biker can go onto a sidewalk or off the road, but an auto CANNOT. A biker is in GRAVE DANGER with the attitude that they are entitled or can beat the traffic around them!!!



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303 This is too vague to comment on.



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Strategy No. 6

Strategy 6: Recommend Modification’s to Arizona Crash Report Form.

304 Are there any opportunities to provide more useful information from pedestrian crashes?

305 The modifications from BSAP are good, but evidence indicates that agencies are currently inconsistent and unreliable regarding their submission to ADOT of the ACRs. That means any statistics from ADOTs crash data are suspect. Particularly use mini "private property" ACR is disturbing. ARS 28-667 should be updated to make it absolutely clear that any crash involving an MV within the state must be reported to ADOT on an ACR, regardless of location. That statute is currently inconsistent with the ACR/ALLIS manual regarding "trafficway" and regarding "issuance of citation" conditions.

306 yes, origination and destination of peds/bikes & motorists

307 Include a section for noting cycling-related collisions.

308 Agreed

309 why is there an apostrophe in modifications? NOt sure why you need input to recommend modifications. I would want ot see the modifications being recommended but don't think you need permisison to recommend modifications.

310 YES

311 Strongly agree with the modifications of the crash report form.

312 Include references to bike lanes.

313 OK

314 Allow this form to be filled and submitted from a mobile phone or tablet at the site of the incident. This will be more timely, accurate and reduce paper use.

315 Data needs to be compiled on crashes involving bicycles and motor vehicles.


317 Not sure, but should include reporting of all crashes with cyclists or pedestrians even if no injuries are noted to be sustained at the site of the crash.

318 agree

319 yes

320 Ok

321 I think that it is necessary to have more details when bicycle/pedestrian crashes occur in order to depict trends and clarify risk stratification. This information then needs to be made public so the pedestrian/cycling community is aware and can adjust their behavior accordingly to reduce their personal risk. Why are all these statistics so difficult to access? Put this info on the back of the Bicycle Map: Here is how you can reduce your risk while riding your bike.....etc, then give actual numbers of accidents and fatalities.

322 photos at the time and move the caars!!!!

323 As it seems that cycling is not given adequate attention when accidents occur, I suspect this might be a good idea, however, I have not direct knowledge as to the current content of the form.

324 Where it occurred in respect to legal bike lanes. Statements from all parties concerning the actions of all parties.

325 Agreed.

326 I agree

327 Why...what specifically is wrong with the current form. Probably a waste.

328 None.


330 Strategy 9 addresses probably the most problematic issue with completing Arizona Crash Report Forms.



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Strategy 6: Recommend Modification’s to Arizona Crash Report Form.

331 I agree one of the most important considerations for both pedestrians and bicyclists is to improve education awareness of all roadway user laws!

332 no comment

333 No comment

334 Elaborate.

335 I haven't seen current form.

336 Not sure

337 What mods?

338 What does it matter? No reall reprisal to vehicle drivers who hit cyclists or pedestrians. perhaops teh focus should be on improving the AZ laws to make it a significant "Potential" punishemnt for vehicle drivers who hit/injure/kill cyclists/pedestrians. Until then, AZ will not see an improvement in cycling/pedestrian safety statisitcs.

339 This is too vague to comment on.



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Strategy No. 7

Strategy 7 - Continue to provide guidance and technical support to regional and local jurisdictions for developing and implementing bicycle and pedestrian plans that are adopted by local agencies and jurisdictions.

340 In adult communities (of which there are a fair number in this area), encourage designated and shared golf cart/bicycle lanes, with appropriate signing. I am aware of a previous allowance (in Sun City West, R.J.Johnson Blvd.) of an extra wide curb lane which facilitated golf carts and bikes, but there was no signing and no delineation of a separate lane. The latter two items would help that arrangement to function more safely.

341 I would like to see encouragement of educating children in school, promoting bike rodeos, and promotion of the Bike to School program (I don't know how much ADOT can influence this, I just needed to write it).

342 Agree

343 yes

344 yes

345 Yes

346 This is a sounds idea, but a lot of these issues are actually dealt with at a regional level. There needs to be better coordination with local planning efforts and regional actors.

347 Yes, sounds good.

348 Yes, more bike plans and better places to walk!!!

349 Yes

350 Including local municipalities is essential, but if they don't agree with the state then use your bigger hammer.

351 Yes

352 Good idea. Keep up the good work. We need all of the help we can get. The experience of ADOT can help local communities think out of the box.

353 yes

354 Excellent!

355 Good idea. All cities should have a bike/pedestrian plan or a multimodal travel plan.

356 Include technology implementation in this training.

357 Much needed in Apache Junction.

358 These bicycle/pedestrian coordinators need to be identified and published frequently. If there is such a person in the West Valley (Litchfield, Avondale, Goodyear) I don't know who or what agency to contact.

359 Same comment as strategy 1.

360 get the schools involved giving families safe routes for kids to walk/bike to school

361 draft is good

362 WE need a statewide program that is the same for all counties.

363 I support this strategy. Do not forget to get the Municpal Planning Agencies (MPO's) involved, PAG, MAG, CAAG, etc. They have staff devoted to bike and ped issues. And they are willing to help you.

364 This sounds good.

365 Guidance and technical support are very important but how else can you "encourage" this kind of behavior from local jurisdictions that may not be that enlightened in the first place?

366 Okay.



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Strategy 7 - Continue to provide guidance and technical support to regional and local jurisdictions for developing and implementing bicycle and pedestrian plans that are adopted by local agencies and jurisdictions.

367 Make it easier to facilitate dialogue and present thorough, accurate data and information on the benefits and challenges of cycling and being a pedestrian in terms of public health and safety. Pay close attention to or consider making barriers or space between cyclists/pedestrians a viable and preferred strategy. Consider pedestrian/cyclist interaction with parking lots in terms of convenience, safety and access in order to create comprehensive picture of their experiences of moving from Point A to Point B.

368 I agree, but have found little evidence on the local level.

369 agree

370 Great idea

371 Connect with local organizations like Living Streets Alliance, Trees for Tucson and more.

372 Yes

373 Ok

374 Of course

375 yes

376 yes.

377 Support.

378 I agree.

379 Reasonable and prudent.

380 I agree

381 This strikes me as odd because it seems to presuppose that ADOT is an expert in bicycle and pedestrian plans. This is not my experience, as ADOT is an agency that is very good at limited access facilities, but not so much urban facilities where there are bicycles and pedestrians.

382 No. See reasons above.


384 ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003.

385 More bike paths would be a good thing. Paths should be constructed for recreation and commuting.


387 Bicyclist need to know that they are part of the transportation system and need to follow the rules of the road. Classes in general safety in schools should include this.

388 How about clarifying the rights of cyclists to local law enforcemetn? They are not all aware of the fact that the injured/killed cyclists/pedestrian may very well have been doing all of the right things, and that the vehicle driver was at fault. Afterall, who is still concious when being interviewed by the police after the accident when a cyclist/pedestrian was injured/killed? Only the vehicle driver. Far too often, police/sherrifs do not know the law, and take the word of the vehicle driver....too bad for the cyclist or pedestrian.



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Strategy No. 8

Strategy 8: Provide greater detail of bicycle and pedestrian safety in the driver’s manual and test for a driver’s license.

389 Any improvement to driver education is helpful, and drivers education courses would likely adapt to the greater emphasis on bicycling and sharing the road.

390 Because Arizona does not require drivers to renew their license until they reach 65 years of age, it would be beneficial to require drivers to participate in a “refresher” course every few years to keep their license current. This concept would be similar to professional certifications that require continuing education to maintain the certification. A refresher course for drivers could take the form of a 15-20 minute on-line webinar, and could be included as part of the on-line process to renew a vehicle registration. This would expose many more drivers to pedestrian and bicyclists rights and duties, and it would provide an opportunity to educate drivers about new bike/pedestrian laws and changes to existing laws.

391 Also should work with MVD in providing additional space for placement of bicycle-related safety information (including laws). It is my understanding that unless they have "brochure space," this info cannot be placed in MVD offices - it should be made mandatory.

392 A section on how to drive safely around bicyclists should be a requirement on the driving exam. Specific test questions regarding when to pass safely - particularly the 3 foot passing law, should be part of the exam.

393 It is imperative that bicycle and pedestrian safety information is expanded in the driver's manual and related questions should be added to the driver's exam. Other instruments and mechanisms should be used to educate the public including various public information doucments.

394 Absolutely agree - many AZ driver's have no idea about the llaw.

395 Most important. Drivers simply do not know how to use bicycle lanes and do not have to retest for their license for decades.

396 Yes, much greater detail. longer test. more questions on bikes & peds

397 Absolutely. I would also like to see signs posted throughout the state reminding motorists of bicycle safety.

398 yes

399 Yes

400 Include a sufficient number of questions on the driver's test to put the public on notice of important bicycle safety laws.

401 Agreed, and maybe continued education through mailers, email blasts, PSAs, etc.

402 Sure, but I don't have to test again for 30 years, how will I learn this?

403 Yes, people need to be educated on bike and pedestrian laws.

404 I think this is an important educational factor. People are unaware of the laws concerning pedestrians and bicycle riders. We had a young man badly injured in a bike lane when a woman pulled into the lane while on her phone. She was going to make a right turn. A child was killed in a crosswalk with a driver running a red light.

405 This would definately be benificial.

406 YES

407 Sure

408 Probably a good idea but as I recall from many years ago it was covered. You can lead us to water but you can't expect us to remember it all.

409 I could not agree more. We all know the major problem in this area is the time a person is tested for a license. Too long between tests and no way to get information to the drivers unless more signage is put up.Pamphlets and newspapers are not read sufficiently by motorist to impact a positive change to their driving habits. If the children are trained in elementary school how to ride a bicycle and obey the traffic laws then, they most likely will be better motor vehicle drivers when the become of age.

410 Great idea. I still get in arguments about right of way. Especially the 3 foot rule.

411 Priority!



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412 Excellent! Drivers need to realize that bikers have the same rights on the road. Many vehicle drivers think bicycles should only be on the sidewalks.

413 Yes: every little bit helps.

414 More information about pedestrians and bicycles should be added in the drivers handbook because truth is we are a big part of the road. Not only does it recognize us cyclist but it also help drivers keep in mind that they are not the only ones in the road.

415 this is highly encouraged. Yet at the same time I think that we cyclists need saftey practices also.

416 Absolutely! There should be questions about shared lanes, overtaking a cyclist and the "3 foot law".

417 YES!!

418 Online tutorials are very helpful.

419 Absolutely needed. So many motorists do not know bikes are allowed on roadway and they don't know they are supposed to yield to bikes and give them 5 feet of space when passing.

420 Most certification processes make continuing education credits mandatory. It should be mandatory for all people holding driver's licenses to sit through a webinar followed by an on-line exam with a minimum percentage for passing and maintaining a driver's license. And if a person does not receive the minimum passing percentage, then the person will need to take the entire driving test again, most likely requiring them to study harder and learn the new driving changes applicable. Too much changes in 49 years!

421 Definitely needed.

422 This would be great. I think many drivers and many bicyclists are unaware of the laws concerning bikes and car/bicycle interactions.

423 draft is great

424 Good idea. Most people do not feel they have a need to know how to drive around bicycles. Test questions would be a good motivation.

425 Provide and enforce rules of road for bicyclists.

426 I support this strategy. There is an error in the Appendix referenced, the correct one is Appendix A

427 Great!

428 Yes, this sounds good.

429 Yes.

430 Add driver license test question: "On a road with a posted speed limit of 45 mph, if you cannot see the road through the windshield due to glare, what is the maximum safe driving speed?" A: 0 mph (pull over and wait for conditions to improve, just as with fog). Justification: to improve pedestrian safety. Add driver license test question: "If the light turns green and the vehicle in front of you doesn't move, is it legal to honk your horn?" A: no. Justification: driver discourtesy against slow moving vehicles discourages bicycling in Arizona. Add driver license test question: "Is it legal for a pedestrain to cross the street at an intersection that doesn't have a painted crosswalk?" A: yes. Justification: to improve pedestrian safety. Add driver license test question: "Is it legal for a bicyclist to make a left turn from a left turn lane?" A: yes. Add driver license test question: "Is it legal for a bicyclist to ride in the center of a regular traffic lane?" a) always, b) sometimes, c) never. Answer: b. When parallel parking, recommend that motorists open the driver side door with their right hand. This forces them to check for oncoming traffic, including bicyclists.

431 Agreed.

432 Yes! Encourage driver consciousness and respect for cyclists and pedestrians from the beginning by teaching young and new drivers that the bike path is not extra space to begin a turn, always look before making a turn, etc. Show them that they have options when it comes to getting around as well and that they have more options than driving, getting a ride or using public transit. Encourage combining walking, cycling with using public transit in addition to using Park-and-Rides for cars.

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434 This is an excellent idea. Until I was a bicyclist, I didn't know how to be a driver that can share the road with a bicyclist. Ideally, someone learning to drive should also have to learn how to ride a bike and be a pedestrian in traffic in order to get a license. I also think there should be a license to ride a bicycle.

435 agree

436 Absolutely

437 definitely, issue a bycycle license to younger people free, gives them the sense of responsibility It could be a state sponsored Class in the community school, or Council Building. Make them realize crosswalks are there to be used for their protection. At the end of the class issue the license.

438 Bicyclist need to know that they are part of the transportation system and need to follow the rules of the road. Classes in general safety in schools should include this.

439 An excellent idea.

440 Definetely yes

441 Ok

442 This is a MUST!

443 You cannot give too much detail here. The only problem that exists in this state is that you are typically required to take the actual driver's test once. I took it in 1975 and have not been required to repeat it since then. So all the people on the road today will still never see the new info unless you start requiring the retaking of the written exam at some point.

444 yes

445 Hello - I'm a bicycle rider and have a suggestion: When I'm driving a car and approach a bike rider on the road with me, I frequently find one or more riders straddling the white line that separates the auto lane from the bicycle lane. Recommend a safety comment about this issue be included in the manual and test.

446 Drivers need to understand that bicycles also use the roads.

447 You guys rock

448 Yes

449 Absolutely! Drivers need to be taught and held accountable for understanding and abiding by bicycle safety rules, so that cyclists can ride as safely as possible! Arizona drivers with such limited licensing requirement and renewals, have very little overall knowledge and accountability in this area.

450 yes.

451 Support.

452 Definitely.

453 State to the Public that car's and bikes follow the same traffic laws.That is not understood by many drivers and cyclist.

454 As economic and ecological considerations continue to become of higher importance, this would be essential to prevent an increase in accidents.

455 This is a great measure to take, but many drivers will not see any of that content for years because of how long they drive without needing to renew their license. An alternative is needed to reach those drivers in a mandatory manner. Sending brochures in the mail for instance will not guarantee that they read it, especially if they are not cyclists or don't feel that it applies to them. Why not work to incentivise them to take a refresher test at home or at the dmv? For instance they would receive a one time discount on their vehicle registration, or an incentive though their insurance agency.

456 I agree ---This is very important and needed.

457 Good one. Consider rewording it to include the legal rights and responsibilities of bicycles and pedestrians. Too many motorists think they do not have to yield to pedestrians in unmarked crosswalks.

458 fine.



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459 Yes, and perhaps retest vehicle drivers more often to see if they know about all of the new Cycle friendly laws that may have been enacted since they vehicle got thir last license.... heck, they are good for 10 or more years....many vehicle operators report to me that they do not have to give cyclists 3 feet of clearance when passing them. Again, I'm, a columnist for the Sierra Vista Herald. My e-mail: [email protected]. I'd be happy to be a part of any discussions that would better protect cyclists in Cochise County or Southern AZ. (Stu Carter. Cell: 520 220-8357. Address: 3318 Snead Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85650)

460 Not good - that's a once in a lifetime event, and many people drive 60 plus years after getting their licence.

461 Those with tickets attend traffic school to remove the points from their records; the Supreme Court decides upon the curriculum. Bike safety should be incorporated into traffic school curriculum.

462 better enforcement of j walking and giving bikes enough room, as well as holding bicyclists responsible for not adhering to bike laws



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Strategy No. 9

Strategy 9: Collaborate with public safety to include bicycle and pedestrian safety in POST (Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board) training for police enforcement officers.

463 I perceive this to be very huge. I have ridden along local, county, and state roadways when the 3-foot law was violated in view of a peace officer many times and there was no corresponding traffic stop. Hopefully soon the harrassment law will go into effect and peace officers will be trained to respond to those as well.

464 "Pedestrian stings" are mentioned to educate drivers as well as stopping bicyclists for educational talks. No mention is made of stopping pedestrians to educate them about the best/safest ways to cross streets and their responsibilities as pedestrians - a lot of time they are at fault - stepping out into the roadways with no crosswalks, wearing dark clothing, being on the phone/texting, etc.

465 Minimum requirements for new and existing police would be great.

466 Absolutely

467 No two police officers will give you the same answer on bicycle and pedestrian safety. One will say that it's O.K. to ride a bike on a sidewalk, or simply look away, and another will be over zealous.

468 yes

469 yes

470 Minimal cost why not

471 Include training in properly enforcing laws promoting vehicular safety towards bicycles, for example observing the "three foot" law.

472 Agreed

473 Yes.

474 I agree. I am a peace officer and wasnt taught bike laws. I learned them when I became a cyclist.

475 The public safety laws should all be enforced and therefore the officers should be schooled in bicycle and pedestrian safety.

476 Yes

477 YES

478 They need to enforce the non-compliance by motorized vehicles.

479 I agree.

480 Police officers need to be trained and understand that joggers are not allowed in bike lanes. Everyday I'm forced out of the bike lane by joggers who normally yell and scream at me when they're the ones breaking the law. Most days I see Police officers driving past the joggers in the bike lane and doing nothing about it. It's pointless having a bike lane law if the Police don't enforce it. This would also decrease the number of pedestrians injured by them not running next to the roadway, it's a double win!

481 Good idea

482 Priority!

483 Excellent!

484 Big Yes. I'm not sure that law enforcement understands that cyclists are equally entitled to public roadways. I was accosted by a MCSO officer who was clearly anti-cycling and incredibly aggressive and insulting.

485 Yes.

486 Especially to bicycle, horseback and foot patrol officers who have more direct interaction with the public.

487 Sounds like a good idea.

488 "Bicycle stings" should be added to the "pedestrian stings" used by law enforcement personnel. Some people do not learn unless they are ticketed or stopped and warned of a behavior.

489 Yes. Many police appear to be unaware of bicycle safety, neither ticketing cyclists nor cars that park in bike lanes or behave unsafely toward bikes (and some police don't drive safely around cyclists either).



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490 better enforcement holding bikes and drivers responsible

491 draft is good

492 This would help with reports if the POs know what is expected of bicyclists and vehicle drivers.


494 This would be very helpful.

495 Have the police regularly conduct crosswalk stings ("pedestrian decoy operations"). Have the police replace the word "accident" in their vocabulary with "collision." Search and replace the word in the Arizona Revised Statues and in the ADOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. Justification: "accident" means "unavoidable" but 85% of all collisions are avoidable. Calling collisions unavoidable from the start puts up a mental block that prevents law enforcement and collision experts from finding the true causes of collisions and preventing them in the future.

496 Agreed.

497 Yes! Help individuals overcome reluctance or anxiety to bike, be a pedestrian by encouraging proactive measures such as walking with an umbrella; wearing comfortable clothing and shoes and planning how much one will be carrying; carrying a (reusable) water bottle; being continually aware of surroundings and planning routes before embarking; reminders to interact respectfully with people you may encounter in passing or at crosswalks, etc. and be proactive about being in "risky" environments that are associated with robbery, assault and rape. Encourage police officers to patrol potentially "risky," high-traffic areas and pay attention to pedestrian activity, especially in parking lots while people travel to and from store and sidewalk/street.

498 Agreed. Local police agencies need to be more vigilant in warning or ticketing vehicles that either violate the 3 Ft. law or hit a cyclist, sidewalk riders who are old enough to ride in the street, unsafe riding in the street, etc. I have thought it would be worthwhile for local law enforcement as an option to a ticket to require the bicyclist that rides "inappropriately" to be required to attend a class given by a licensed instructor on bicycle riding, safety, and obeying the rules. If the rider does not attend the class, then the fine would be enforced.

499 agree

500 Absolutely

501 Officers must know that bicyclists are part of the transportation system and need to follow the rules of the road.

502 Yes

503 Ok

504 It would be so nice if law enforcement actually enforced the safe passing distance rules.

505 Absolutely needs to be done. There is well-known police harassment of bicyclists in certain neighborhoods. They are citing cyclists for traveling at 28 mph on a 25 mph roadway but yet the cars that are passing these cyclists are not being stopped. The drivers get the "11 mph" grace, but the cyclists get none.

506 yes

507 Sounds like a great idea

508 sure, but that is not the problem. the police are not the problem. they usually react to the pressuree of the community. That pressure needs mediating.

509 Support.

510 I agree.

511 The bike patrol of most police departments would tell you this is highly recommended. I would agree.

512 I agree

513 Good one. Never heard of POST, but this sounds like a good idea.

514 fine.

515 Yes, see my comments in #s 7 and 8 above. I'm available to help.

516 NO. Waste of money. Train the police to catch criminals and leave the rest alone.



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518 Better - make bicyclists comply with more of the motor vehicle code.



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Strategy No. 10

Strategy 10: Develop and implement a statewide bicycle and pedestrian safety campaign.

519 Focus on schools, please! Kids will remember the things they're taught for their entire lives and in the long-term will make Arizona a much safer place to walk and ride!

520 Work with health organizations to encourage helmet use, particularly among children. Explore signing, pavement markings, publicity campaigns, and other ways to increase motorists awareness of bicyclists and pedestrians, particularly for turning vehicles at intersections.

521 This is sorely needed, as most motorists indicate to myself and my cycling friends that we (cyclists as a group) are a nuisance at best and should get off the road and out of their way (with illegal horn use) at the worst.

522 Yes.

523 Should already be in place.

524 yes

525 Yes

526 yes

527 Yes

528 Provide information to the public about the three foot law, share the road, being observant of cyclists to avoid "right hook" collisions etc.

529 Yes. This needs to be widely publicized in multiple different iterations.

530 Yes. Efforts have to be made to increase awareness of the issue and to get the rules to be followed.

531 Yes

532 An educational campaign on TV and radio would be very beneficial. A poster contest for school children would also bring it to the eyes and ears of adults!

533 Yes

534 YES

535 Wouldn't hurt

536 Could help but still a waste is not deployed appropriately. Bikes are not that prevalent year around. 8 months of the year bicycles are put away. The time when it might be needed is be beginning of the winter when snow birds show up and folks get the bikes out.

537 This needs to focus on who can use bike lanes, a lot of the injuries and fatalities caused to cyclists are when the cyclist is forced out of a bike lane by a jogger. Then when Police are called they blame the cyclist and take no action against the jogger whatsoever for breaking the law by being in the bike lane in the first place. There needs to be a statewide campaign 'bike lanes are for cyclists, not joggers' and Police forces need to be encouraged to enforce the existing bike lane laws under ARS 26.

538 Priority!

539 Excellent!

540 Good idea. Motorists need to stop texting and watch the road.

541 excellent

542 Yes.

543 Yes, please do. We need to get the information out to the public.

544 I would like to see Bicycle Training Classes for parents and children. I see some of the things parents allow their kids to do on a bike and I cringe. Young children do not belong on a busy street when they are learing to ride a bike. There should be a Bicycle Safety Course with Certification just like the Gun Certification Class.

545 Good - once the rules are clearly stated.

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547 Educate bicylists on traffic safety and courtesy.

548 I support this strategy. And do not forget to get the MPO's involved.

549 Yes, this sounds good.

550 Please include infrmation about multi-use trail the multiple trail use etiquette referenced in (see http://www.mountainbiketx.com then Trail Etiquette under Resources), which has wide acceptance (thus the website reference; locally used with signage on multiple use trails) The information about horses does not apply, but the guideline of bikers yielding to hikers should be socialized in the safety literature. Signs like the triangle should also be posted along multi-use trails/paths.

551 Agreed.

552 Safety should always be imperative in any form of transportation planning, including bicycle and pedestrian safety. Remember to pair with messages about safe interaction between cyclists, pedestrians.

553 A safety campaign should include PSAs on TV, on hotel TV sites in the hotel rooms, billboards, and driver education in schools and private instructional classes.

554 agree

555 Absolutely

556 See strategy 8

557 Bicyclists need to follow the rules of the road and this may be a good way to educated bicyclists about this.

558 Somehow, bicyclists should be required to take a test about the rules of the road for them. In Tucson, I see cyclists riding facing the traffic so often and I know they haven't considered the fact that drivers turning right onto a roadway often only look to the right. . .so if the cyclist is coming at them facing traffic, especially at night, it is hard to see them and very dangerous for the cyclist. Also, if the law still states that crosswalks are for pedestrians, it would be wonderful to have some enforcement decreasing the number of cyclists who stop traffic on six lane roads with the flashers for pedestrians and then merrily ride their bikes across. If these two things were enforced, cyclists would be much safer! Yes, I think motorists need to be aware and courteous to cyclists, but the cyclists themselves have a huge responsibility also.

559 An excellent idea.

560 Yes


562 sounds like a perfect idea

563 Yes

564 Much needed!!

565 Support.

566 I agree.

567 PSA's that state to the Public that car's and bikes follow the same traffic laws.That is not understood by many drivers and cyclist.

568 This is necessary with the increase in population and the number of winter visitors this state has.

569 Must include a metric to measure safety effectiveness of such campaigns.

570 This is a great step, but needs to also emphasize driver awareness of pedestrians and cyclists. Although accidents happen when pedestrians and cyclists do not follow the law (riding wrong way, crossing mid-block), there are many people who do follow the law and are still in great danger by drivers who are unaware or disrespectful of them. This is a large issue in Arizona's car culture, where pedestrians and cyclists are culturally though less of by drivers.



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571 I agree---Important

572 Another good one. We need to develop a culture of bicycle and pedestrian safety. Consider using that wording ("culture").

573 Yes. I'm available to help.

574 YES!!

575 Needs to be done yesterday.

576 yes

577 no help, but nice.


579 Ride on the right tells the bicyclist that there will be a way to ride on the right. Let's not be silly about this and post a sigh where there is no way to ride on the right. Again, riding on sidewalks is not illegal therefore the training should be how to ride on the sidewalk correctly and keep in mind the situation the bicyclist is in.

580 ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. I got hit in 2007, one friend got hit in 2009, the other in 2011, it would be nice to finish this one.

581 Wider bike lanes or bike lanes separated from flow of large vehicles.

582 I have never seen such a campaign and in the West Valley we had 2 boys recently struck on bicycles.



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Strategy No. 11

Strategy 11: Continue to print and distribute safety and education booklets. 583 Yes

584 Yes, please (especially Street Smarts).

585 Public service announcements in various forms of media including radio and television should also be considered. The use of electronic message displays on school property, ADOT and local rights-of-way, as well as sign displays on private property could also be utilized in a public information / education capacity.

586 Yes.

587 Probably one of the most important thing you can do. The booklets should be mailed to every driver in the state and told that they must read and remember the contents.

588 yes

589 yes

590 Add bicycle and pedestrian laws and safety messages to the online vehicle registration site. Include the associated fines for violating those laws; include true stories about accidents that resulted from failure to yield to cyclists, pedestrians, and motorists (in the case of cyclists and pedestrians).

591 See 10.

592 agreed.

593 Can we get mobile apps?

594 Yes. Please encourage Globe, AZ to do so.

595 Yes

596 YES

597 But not at the expense of developing safer routes on the ground.

598 And create an app aimed at kids and a website for more information. All education materials should also be digital. Furthermore, there should be an education campaign on the cost of driving - the cost in terms of pollution and the real cost of long commutes. When I lived in Fountain Hills 20 years ago and drove 26 miles each way to work, there was a PSA on the radio that said "Every mile you drive puts a pound of pollution in the air." I realized the brown cloud was my fault so I moved and now live 3.8 miles away from work. I would ride my bike if I weren't afraid of getting hit by a car. I realize that the powerful developers want people to live great distances from work. But in an effort to be developer-friendly, our city leaders have created a city that is polluted and gridlocked and unsafe for pedestrians and bicyclists. We need to think about the long term sustainability of this great city. We need to encourage people to live close to where they work, go to school, or whatever it is they do. The health of our citizens and our environment depend on it.

599 I love the idea of getting booklets on bicycle safety. Every school and business should have them available to be passed out. Encourage bike to work program etc.

600 So, cotinue to distribute?? I've only ever seen them in 2 bike shops. If I don't know these exist then maybe they need to be distributed more.

601 Excellent!

602 Yes.

603 Graphic icons on routes put the info in context.

604 Yes, these are helpful but do not reach a large audience.

605 I've never seen any. I think such booklets should be distributed at bike shops. Not only booklets, but DVDs! It should be distributed whenever anyone buys a bike.

606 Especially useful in schools.

607 draft goos

608 Absolutely a must to continue to print and distribute Street Smarts and Share the Road.


610 Yes, This sounds good.



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Strategy 11: Continue to print and distribute safety and education booklets. 611 Agreed.

612 Consider making these available online and promoting them through social media instead. Distribute printed booklets at transportation centers, government agencies only.

613 May be of some benefit but may also be discarded and never read. Not sure of its value, but may be of value if handed out by a law enforcement officer as required reading for a test.

614 I have learned a great deal from these materials. They should also be accessible on the future website for the bike sharing program.

615 agree

616 Go digital

617 yes

618 Agree

619 Share them with middle schools too.

620 Yes

621 Maps and guidebooks with detailed info about biking/walking routes (especially info on type of routes (path or lane, etc.), auto traffic stats, services available, etc.)

622 More importantly, make them accessible. EVERYWHERE!

623 yes or develop online distribution to limit paper cost


625 like what you have done with it so far!

626 sure, but of limited use or help.

627 Support, though I would consider only a basic (cheap) paper brochure supported by web access addresses for additional information.

628 I agree.

629 With the ever changing face of technology, the printed documents should be evaluated periodically to see if another mode of publication (electronic, TV, etc.) might be more effective.

630 Must include a metric to measure safety effectiveness of such campaigns.

631 These are helpful to people who happen to run across them and have an interest in them, but I'm not sure that they target the public very well, and especially the most risky people need the education the most.

632 I agree ---very importatnt.

633 OK, assuming "print" includes online resources.

634 Yes. I'm available to help. But, also, lets please retest current vehicle drivers to ensure they know update to laws that were in effect when they tested for their last license.

635 Waste

636 Waste of money!

637 I'd rather the money be spent on distrubution of bike travel maps


639 Re-designate bike routes based on environmental stress. Here's an article about how other cities are doing it: http://greenlaneproject.org/blog/view/mapping-comfort-how-psychological-stress-influences-bike-maps

640 You do?? Never ran into any but the driver's test booklet.

641 I have never seen one....these are in print and distributed??



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Strategy No. 12

Strategy 12: Encourage design, engineering, planning, and other appropriate staff to complete bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facility design training once every three years.

642 I would like to see things move beyond accomodation and look at the psychological effects of current engineering practice. For example, the 25' radius corners result in the stop sign being placed 8-10' behind the logical stop point for cars when environmental factors such as landscaping or visual barriers are taken into account. The engineers I've talked to have the mentality that since the stop sign and stop bar are placed where they are, they've done their job. Meanwhile when crossing Country Club Drive in Mesa, for example, I am always vigilent for vehicles (turning right especially) because they will not slow down or stop until they are well into the crosswalk and if I'm not immediately in front of them, the cars will roll through the stop at 15+ mph (estimated).

643 Yes.

644 once per year

645 yes

646 Absolutely...these are the main people to be reminded of these things

647 Agreed. Local bike and pedestrian plans should also be reviewed by or against ADOT plans. There needs to be more consistency and coordination.

648 Encouragement should not need permission. Requirement should. Do it. Encourage away.

649 Ywa

650 Yes

651 YES

652 Or more!

653 What about elected officials? They should complete this training, too.

654 Priority!

655 Excellent!

656 Probably a good idea, but I don't know if every 3 years is the right frequency.

657 Absolutely. I love biking in other states, such as California, which are bike friendly. Biking is dangerous in Az.

658 Inctlude the "everyman" cyclist (citizen cyclists)...those that use their bikes for execise, those that want to ride/walk to the grocery store, in those planning and design. ASK them what is good/bad about their cycling experience in their local areas. Ask them to sign up and make it easy to respond. Ask for their feedbadk once/month and compile it. That would include people who honk, get too close, throw things, execute a "right hook" in front of a cyclist...all those things that can cause a cyclist to lose control.

659 Good. So often, it seems that bicycle and per access to new construction was never even thought of by planners.

660 also make requirements in design plans to implement these techniques

661 draft great


663 Yes!

664 Agreed.

665 This is a fantastic endeavor that will create meaningful and sought-after jobs in Phoenix, and it will creatively tackle our issues with sprawl, lack of (local) character and disconnect to outdoor environment. Water efficiency and sustainability must always remain core principles.

666 Good idea. Some of the trainers should be those that ride a bicycle routinely as well as pedestrians, and users of transit facilities rather than just ADOT staff.

667 Please include in the design training suggested designs to develope seperate lanes for bikes either by rolling curb, grade change, or drainage swale. My intent is to create a physical barrier between cyclist and vehical traffic. These physical barrier can be suttle enough to use as a temporary emergency lane.

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669 Absolutely

670 This will keep our planning focused.

671 Yes

672 Ok

673 Ask for volunteers, you'd get many from the cycling community. This should not be squelched due to insufficient funds to pay designated staff. Look at how efficiently the McDowell Sonoran Preserve is run and staffed with only a handful of paid employees.

674 yes

675 sure, but it is not really rocket science. The roads are great. The cars and drivers either like biking or don't It is that simple. Even in bike lane usage, there is friction.

676 Include bicycle training in the schools and manufactures of bicycles include informtation with purchase of a bicycle informing the purchaser of the road rules.

677 I agree.

678 Reasonable a prudent.

679 Modify this strategy such that this would first lead to a demonstration project where ADOT design staff would be first trained in these areas.

680 I agree ---very important to train professionals and inspectors to assure that bike lanes are constructed per approved standards.

681 How about "require" instead of "encourage"?

682 Yes. I'm available to help. and so are the rest of the members of the Cochise Biclcle Advocates.

683 NO. Waste of space. Bikes are not our most of the year but bike lanes are. They take up space more appropriate for automobiles. Narrower auto lanes are unsafe....take a look at I17 Bell Rd to I10 interchange....narrow lanes and most unsafe interstate in the state.


685 As a planner, I have often encountered a reluctance by the development community to provide for multi-modal transportation within development projects based largely on the misconception that such provisions are not cost effective. Providing more educational opportunities (or requirements) for both public and private sector organizations would be beneficial.

686 Lack of consistency in road engineering serves only to confuse drivers . Everybody needs to be on the same page.

687 Make rumble strips friendly to bicycles

688 Why can this not be included it their professional training on a regular basis instead of making a new requirement and add to the cost and time away form their job to address this single subject. Does not engineering of roadways also change over time?

689 "ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. " Why has this not been done yet?

690 Planning for contiguous bicycle lanes for use as a commute path needs to be addressed. Often the omission of the bicycle lane section creates stress for both car and bicycle riders attempting to use the roadway for the purpose of getting to the work space.


692 need to be colorful to catch the eye of the driver of the vehicle.



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694 Not sure what this entails. Training is generally necessary, but I would not expect an expensive effort as it seems this could be folded into existing training activities.

695 Who develops training? Who establishes what's to be emphasized? How was three years selected? Work Zone Safety / Flagging for people who work in traffic daily is on a four year cycle.



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Strategy No. 13

Strategy 13: Establish State of Arizona as a model employer by providing incentives and facilities to its employees to encourage bicycling and walking to work. Encourage local and regional government agencies and employers to provide incentives and facilities for bicycling and walking to work.

696 Consider having bicycle accommodation on transit vehicles (busses/trains) and secure lock-op areas at transit stops. Also, encouraging employees to promote and provide accommodation for cyclists is a great idea.

697 Yes.

698 yes, great idea

699 yes

700 Encourage shower and locker room facilities. Introduce mandatory payment for employee parking spots instead of fully subsidizing them. This could be done by starting with a very small financial fee which would increase in the coming years. Encourage bicycling and walking through direct pay incentives funded by the employee parking spot revenue.

701 Agreed.

702 Yes, I agree!

703 If you used some employers' facilities in your TV advertisements it would encourage other companies to get on the bandwagon.

704 Yes

705 YES

706 Amen!!

707 Really a good idea. Each community should have a person who is the point of contact for all bicycle related information and action. This could be an additional duty of a person or a separate person as at the state level could be identified.

708 There is already a federal tax incentive in place (Section 132(f) of the Internal Revenue Code) for anyone who cycles to work. I think promoting this and making people aware of it during the current economic climate, would definitely encourage more people to consider cycling as a means of commuting. I think also offering some kind of State tax credit in Arizona in addition to the federal incentive, would also encourage more Arizona residents to use bicycles to commute.

709 Excellent!

710 Include incentives for towns to create bike corridors and to provide shower and locker facilities for employees who will commit to bike to work.

711 this would be great. However, we need to emphasize via commercials on tv and radio a bike or walk to work day once a year.

712 Removing barriers is very important to encouraging cycling and walking to work.

713 YES!!

714 Absolutely.

715 Yes, this might help but only if there are safer bikeways.

716 As a state employee, I'd love to have a safe place to park my bike, and safe access to and from work. I ride anyway, and keep my bike in my office, but it is not very welcoming, and access is simply dangerous.

717 leading by example seams to be the only way to go

718 draft fantastic

719 It would help if secure storage were available along with a locker and changing area.


721 Yes!

722 Agreed.



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723 This is an excellent idea. Remember to respond to hesitations about urban sprawl and harsh desert climate by ensuring sensible, efficient and attractive design, planning and construction techniques that create enjoyable experience of walking, biking when encouraging people to walk or bike, especially people you want to hire. Examples include shade structures/landscaping, public art, encouraging building forms that have shade structures or green walls or have height/siting that makes shade on public walking space. Creating a more bikeable and walkable Phoenix will require these new employees to make decisions regarding development and design that may be unpopular and outside of what is comfortable for many constituents and community members from outside downtown: Increased density, mixed-use and mixed-income development as well as creating space-efficient parking structures instead of large parking lots are not necessarily common in Phoenix or in Arizona. Adding bike lanes and encouraging walking will not be enough to put Arizona on the map for multimodal transportation.

724 Incentives that would involve using tax money may not be a good idea. But safe and secure bicycle facilities at work plus the opportunity to take a shower would be a good beginning spot if the cost was reasonable.

725 agree

726 Absolutely

727 Yes. Follow ADEQ where I have used bike cages in garage and showers for many years.

728 Absolutely

729 Yes.

730 Yes

731 Ok

732 Other states do it, why not AZ?

733 yes

734 This has been needed for many years and most employers would agree.

735 Wow that is a great goal

736 Yes

737 This would be a fantastic idea for Arizona. We are very behind as a state in this area for the size of state we are.

738 NIce, but not too helpful. I would bike to work if I could shower and have apermanent place to keep a change of clothes. Those are the two big hurdles.

739 Good idea generally, but may take some time as the need to retrofit is clear.

740 OK.

741 Absolutely!!! This should be foremost as we learn from example and this would be a great one.

742 I agree

743 I like this. Not sure how the second sentence would work in an ADOT framework, but the sentiment is fine.

744 Yes. I'm available to help. and so are the rest of the members of the Cochise Biclcle Advocates.

745 Waste of money. Government employees get paid, that should be all the incentive they need.

746 A shower at work will do nothing to help if there isn't a protected bike lane or safe sidewalk. These efforts are topical at best. We need systemic efforts that change the infrastructure to be bike and pedestrian friendly before any incentives will work.

747 HOW!? Most of the businesses in this valley have no bike lanes, paths or routes anywhere near them?

748 Waste of money!

749 meh!




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751 I'm mildly indifferent to this. I don't think it's a reasonable expectation to expect an encouragement program to get a casual bike rider to commute from Gilbert to Downtown Phoenix and wouldn't be surprised with the current land use patterns that the program would be unsuccessful. I'm not opposed to it, I'm just not as enthusiastic about it as an effective use of funds should it come to that.

752 One of the ways to encourage employees to bicycle and/or walk to work is to have a SAFE ROUTE to get there. This is sorely lacking within Arizona overall (though Tempe does pretty good). Identify major employers and where their employees live, then create safe bicycle/pedestrian paths within reasonable distances to those destinations.

753 Any program needs to be designed around public transportation. Public transportation is the most important aspect to encourage walking and bicycling to and from work. Smaller and more numerous busses making shorter runs at critical times will make the program a success.

754 Um... with most people commuting 20+ miles to work this one will be harder to achieve. Sounds great in theory but our commuter nature will make this hard to find ROI. How bout the bus systems?

755 Many people are not physically able to do long walks or ride bicycles.


757 Lots of luck, Arizona is not exactly a free wheeling walking state. Nothing is close to each other. Maybe in Phoenix area. But when you hit the west and the south and east it rural.

758 This would affect how many employees? Less that 100? Less than 50? Better survey employs & get a count first - distance between their work and home.



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Strategy No. 14

Strategy 14: Continue to work with agencies and organizations (including Department of Health, non-profit health organizations) promoting bicycling and walking as part of a healthy lifestyle for children and adults including the elderly.

759 Yes.

760 yes, double the effort please

761 yes

762 Thumbs up

763 Local communities could have a lot to add to this. There are many bike/ped groups that work everyday towards furthering these activities in their communities. Again coordination, and support from ADOT is warranted.

764 Yes.

765 Yes!

766 Yes

767 Yes please!

768 Good idea. Contact person should be set up so everyone will know who is doing the bicycle information. Then all will benefit and exchange information for everyone's benefit.

769 Excellent!

770 This is a geat idea. More people should be involved in bicycling. Promoting critical mass and other great bicycling events for families!

771 excellent

772 Yes.

773 YES!!

774 Involve schools at all levels K-College

775 Once again, I know so many people who tell me they would bike if it were safer here in AJ. It's not a lack of desire, it's a fear for one's life that prevents people from biking/walking.

776 I like the list of potential events for promoting bicycling and walking. I would hope that individual cities adopt many of these events, and that ADOT will strongly encourage these events

777 encourage companies to create similar incentives

778 yes

779 I support this strategy. Get the MPO's involved.

780 Yes!

781 Agreed.

782 Waling and cycling regularly to school, work, social events, church and stores should be promoted as key to physical and psychological health. Encourage biking or walking as a healthy way to exercise and socialize if doing so with coworkers, family members or friends, but also as a positive way to burn off excess energy and release tension or stress from work or life in general. Encourage "walking off" or "walking through" stress, as this is just as important as physical health concerns such as obesity, low energy levels, heart disease and diabetes.

783 Agreed

784 agree

785 Absolutely

786 yes

787 Absolutely

788 Let's be healthy! Let's get out and walk and ride bikes. These events promote health, fitness AND a connected community.

789 Yes

790 Ok



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791 How about including a school education program? You can have the schools come up with incentive programs for the kids to walk or bike to school, like extra credit or in lieu of a PE class? They'd have fun tracking their "fitness" hours and competing for little rewards or even just recognition.

792 yes

793 Yes

794 Generally good idea, but again should be folded into existing programs at minimal additional cost.

795 OK.

796 Again, absolutely!

797 I agree

798 Yes. I'm available to help. and so are the rest of the members of the Cochise Biclcle Advocates. And, so is the Sierra Vista City Council.

799 Bull....waste of money. Cut the positions required to support this BS.

800 WHERE will they bike? It isn't safe out there.

801 How? It's a tough sell when all of the other problems I've pointed out exist. I get asked about how to find bike lanes by people that want to ride by say it's too dangerous. Again, bilke lanes that just stop for no apparent reason and never start back up again? are yo kidding me? Tell me how to sell this idea to someone that doesn't have bike lanes anywhere near where they work. ou ever drive around metro Phoenix? Wanna tell me where these people are supposed to ride?? Again, I challenge you and all of the ADOT staff to get on a bike and try to got 5 miles in any direction to and from anywhere in this valley.


803 I would like to see Safe Routes to School incorporated more into this and cooperation with school districts (and charter schools) to encourage bicycle and pedestrian facilities. When a school in Gilbert prohibits bicycling to school because it is dangerous, but keeps the danger (cars) at the front of their operations, the priorities need to be re-adjusted.

804 Recommend that ADOT take the lead in organizing Cyclovia events, so local communities can follow.

805 To promote bicycling/walking you need SAFE ROUTES to end destinations e.g. SCHOOLS, PARKS, SHOPPING, and WORK. If you did a 10 - 12 mile radius from these end destinations and then designed and built bike lanes/paths people would use them like they do in Colorado. Examples: I cannot safely get from Avondale to Glendale or from Avondale to Goodyear on a bike right now for work (especially with the extended side mirrors on pick-up trucks). I cannot safely ride my bike to Estrella Mountain or White Tank Parks for recreation. If I could, I would. I can't, so I don't (and I am in my 60's!). The Safe Route to School program, was a good start, but needs to be expanded to these other areas.

806 Under "Bike Ride Event" - ADOT should work with event coordinators across the state to facilitate a more streamlined, transparent and less onerous process for obtaining ADOT permits for events. In addition, a more timely event application review internal to ADOT would also allow for less stressful event planning by organizers.

807 It would be great to encourage the elected officials of local jurisdictions to lead community rides as a means of encouraging ridership in their respective communities.

808 You need to work with local businesses to see how you can help them encourage bicycling and walking.

809 Implied

810 You need to provide education on adults riding bikes. Riding a sleek new road bike in your 50s or 60s is definitely NOT the same as riding the banana seat bike of your youth.


812 everyone knows that it is healthy. Every one knows that dieting is healthy. this is no different but requires external facilities, as above.



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813 Promote bicycling and walking on sidewalks, not on roads

814 Stop letting them buy sodas and junk food with foodstamps - this is the biggest contributor to our obesity problem



March 2013

Strategy No. 15

Strategy 15: Develop and implement a statewide program for collecting and analyzing bicycle and pedestrian count data.

815 Yes.

816 yes

817 yes

818 Yes definately a part if urban planning right

819 Local communities could have a lot to add to this. There are many bike/ped groups that work everyday towards furthering these activities in their communities. Again coordination, and support from ADOT is warranted.

820 Yes.

821 Yes.

822 Yes.

823 Yes

824 YES

825 Washington bicycle count program seems like a good idea. Weather permitting could be done over the entire state.

826 Why don't you start with the morgue, then emergency room data. This is not meant as scarcasm. I'm serious.

827 OK

828 Excellent!

829 excellent

830 Yes for bikes, maybe for walking. Bike data is probably easier to collect than pedestrian data.

831 This is the age of technology and using smartphone data to track bike routes and users, as well as pedestrian data is very smart!

832 monitor changes before and after incentives, and then invest more to make biking/walking more attractive to everyone

833 ok

834 Good idea, especially along West 89A in Sedona.

835 I support this strategy. Get the MPO's involved.

836 Always a good thing. This will help with funding and with public trust in the legitimacy and necessity of bike, pedestrian programs.

837 Agreed only if the data could be implemented to improve roadways, bike lanes, multiuse paths. There would need to be goals, objectives, and plans that the data would be of value.

838 agree

839 Absolutely

840 yes

841 Utilize existing organizations to assist.

842 Yes

843 Ok

844 sure.

845 YES !!!

846 Yes.

847 I agree

848 This could be very important. It dovetails with Strategy No. 6, which is vague.

849 I believe we can help with that, as we are studying who has been injured/killed on bikes within AZ, and looking at what laws other states have inacted to more logically protect cyclists/pedestrians in their states. We are building a database of same at teh Cochise Biclcle Advocates.



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Strategy 15: Develop and implement a statewide program for collecting and analyzing bicycle and pedestrian count data.

850 Who cares...we have bikes in the winter but not in the summer. Then not too many in the winter. Waste of money.

851 No thanks. They will be out there, whether they are counted or not. Save the money.


853 I would like to see a multi-agency bicycle app that can be used by local municipalities, counties, MAG/PAG, and ADOT to see trends in bicycle behavior. Many cyclists use these apps to track their rides anyhow, so gaining that information to use towards counts and sociology would be useful.

854 This will include the people already walking and biking in Phoenix, but how does it account for the larger amount of people that would bike and walk if there was proper infrastructure? http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/article/158497 http://www.myplanphx.com/shaping-phoenix-s-future/incorporate-comfort-levels-in-bike-infrastructure-and-maps?UpdateStatus=Created

855 Should already be in place.

856 Sounds pretty bureaucratic.

857 The numbers would only represent those who bike/walk in fear not those who would do so if they felt safer.

858 Certainly there must be some software geeks hiding amongst the ADOT staff who could figure this out.

859 p50: Does ADOT make use of ride volume data from charity events, cycling group rides, etc. to determine which roads are being used?

860 Data is always good to have. I would need to see the plan for collection and analysis to make a sensible statement as to the balance of costs and benefits.

861 Consider the cost/benefit on this one. Sounds as if it may be costly.



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Strategy No. 16

Strategy 16: Install pavement markings or signage to discourage wrong-way bicycle riding

862 This is a huge problem and needs to be addressed in as many areas as possible. The demonstrative signs in the report are very well done and probably should be placed on the back of existing signage (speed limit signs, for example) to reduce confusion for motorists.

863 Yes.

864 Very important. Should be placed before every major intersection in town.

865 This is a good idea!!! Cyclists should ride with traffic at all times!

866 yes, especially on high volume roads.

867 Unfortunately many of the recent accidents involve cyclists being rearended by careless drivers. I would prefer to see signs for motorists advising them to give bicyclists at a minimum of five feet on the road.

868 yes

869 Yes, post signage and road paint to discourage wrong-way bicycle riding; but also, include the associated fines for violating the law. Whatever the fine is, it probably needs to be tripled to get violators' attention. Then, we need law enforcement to actually enforce the law!

870 In addition to installing pavement markings or signage to discourage wrong-way bicycle riding also install bike lanes "sharrows" and green bike lanes to promote appropriate and safe bicycling.

871 Most communities are trying to avoid sign pollution, so if this signage could be implemented in a less obtrusive way, that would be preferable.

872 Yes. Awareness needed.

873 Yes

874 I think the bike lanes should all be painted a distinctive color to remind vehicles to avoid straying into them.

875 Where appropriate.

876 YES

877 maximize

878 Good idea but sometimes the facing traffic riding is the only way a bicyclist can ride on the road. Just be aware where the sigh is put and that it can be carried out.

879 and wrong way walkers/joggers.

880 OK

881 I think they should make signs for bike riders, a lane just for us not only in the city and busy areas but as many places as we can

882 Yes.

883 Yes, bikers break the laws too making it unsafe just as motorists do.

884 The sign "RIDE WITH TRAFFIC" seems easier to understand than the other "wrong way" sign. All bikers should be riding with traffic!

885 Good, but only if a safe alternative route is available. So often, when you see cyclists riding the wrong way, it is because the alternative is even worse.

886 ok

887 Use arrows in bike lanes along with the bike sign.

888 Yes, in separated bicycle lanes.

889 Use these sparingly and do not create sign pollution. Distracted driving is a growing cause of crashes.

890 This might work. Bikes on the wrong side of the road drive me crazy. It is extremely dangerous. I recently provided first aid to someone before the ambulance arrived. They were riding the wrong way on Milton in Flagstaff.



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891 Yes- this is needed, I think tucson should set an example for flagstaff community, which should implement green designated bicycle lanes.

892 Add sharrows and "bicycles may use full lane" signs.

893 Encourage safe and responsible cycling practices to complete motorist safety practices that protect the cyclist.

894 Agreed. Both are appropriate.

895 Absolutely

896 Definitely

897 Agree

898 Yes.

899 Yes

900 Ok

901 Arrows on the bike lane pavement to indicate direction of travel.

902 Have you analyzed the people who are riding the wrong way? Most of the ones I see are in street clothes, on beater bikes, who look (without sounding prejudiced) like they don't speak English. I truly think they don't know it is illegal or more dangerous to ride opposing traffic. That's the way they all ride in Mexico. So make the signs pictorial and be sure to get the road safety education program to the Spanish speaking workforce that dominates the Valley.

903 yes

904 Yes.

905 number 1 reason for a bike collision - great idea, can you also have the police cite bikers for doing to wrong

906 Yes

907 sure. Everyone knows that stop signs are ignored by bikes. The rules are known and safe. they are just not workable for the full use and enjoyment of a bike - long stretches with no stops.

908 This is very important because it seems some bicyclists are not aware of the road rules.

909 Good idea.

910 Absolutely. If there will be interface of bikers on auto roadways, they must have signs to follow, as well!

911 Please do this. Too many folks ride their bikes against traffic !

912 Yes.

913 I agree

914 DO it! absolutely needed. State to pass on right when confronting cyclists head on, and pass on the left from behind....

915 Enforcement of traffic laws for bike riders may be a more effective way to encourage legal riding.

916 If suggested by high crash rate, yes. This is largely a problem of education and enforcement.

917 no

918 NO. People are going to take the shortest route when "people powered"....look at non use of cross walks for example. People are not going to walk or peddle half mile each way to cross the street to go the right direction. Waste.

919 No thanks. Bicyclists have to deal with the presence of motorists. I've always thought "wrong-way" is safer, you can see danger approaching.

920 GET THOSE BICYCLES OFF THE STREET!!!!! PLEASE!!!!! PUT THEM ON THE SIDEWALK, OR AN A RACE TRACK WHICH IS WHERE THEY WANT TO BE.

921 Not a very realistic strategy.

922 Not needed,


924 I think cyclists are just looking for the safest route. What is painted as the safest route may not feel safe at the time. What about protected bike lanes?



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925 oddly enough the only place I seem to encounter this is on lanes that already have such markings. Awareness is what it will take along with the desire of the person to follow the sinage. Also, the recession has put a lot of folks on bikes. It's very easy to tell if the person I encounter is commuting or out for pleasure/exercise. A lot of these folks just don't know. These people have a lot more on their mind than going the wrong way.

926 This should be more an education and law enforcement issue.

927 Not a big problem, but I do see an occasional cyclist riding on the wrong side of the road.

928 Bike trails with 2 way traffic would help here.

929 Is that really a problem? Riding bicycles on the sidewalk is not the preferred path. However, I've had many motorists yell, "Get on the sidewalk" while I'm riding my bike on the roadway.

930 uncertain? This should be done through education.

931 Wrong way? Don't recall ARS on this.

932 While this is not a bad idea, it is not my highest priority for ADOT. I suspect a lot of wrong-way riding could be addressed by providing more comprehensive and safe connections and facilities.



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Strategy No. 17

Strategy 17: Identify opportunities to implement USDOT, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) proven countermeasures to improve pedestrian safety: medians and pedestrian crossing islands, pedestrian hybrid beacon, and road diets

933 Open-Ended Response

934 "Rightsizing" instead of road diets. They're essentially the same thing but I've heard of less resistance to the term "rightsizing". HAWK signals are helpful but I wouldn't expect them to be useful in rural/non-urbanized areas (speed limits 50 mph+). I'll leave that opinion to the experts, though.

935 State highways often create barriers in communities because traffic speeds and volumes can make them difficult to cross, and there are few places (signalized intersections) where pedestrians and bicyclists can cross comfortably. Medians and pedestrian crossing islands would clearly help, particularly in areas where generators and attractors are more dispersed and there are not obvious, well-used crossing points. One common problem with converting a two-way left turn lane (TWLTL) to a raised median is the number of driveways and side streets make it difficult to find stretches of the TWLTL that can be converted to raised median without affecting existing driveways. Many of the driveways are probably not necessary, but some access control is necessary to make it work. In Flagstaff, most signalized intersections along the state highway system have crossing prohibitions on one leg of the intersection, which discourages and unnecessarily inconveniences pedestrians. Additionally, on Route 66 (B40) through Flagstaff, bicyclists crossing Route 66 at a signal from the shared use path on the south side to a side street on the north side are already on the wrong side of the side street if they proceed north from the crossing. This seems to encourage wrong-way riding.

936 Currently, streets and roads are too wide to accomodate a buffered bike lane. Case in point: 15th Avenue went on a road diet to make way for bike lanes, however, the bike lanes are quite narrow and the street if extra wide. This encourages cars to speed and does not allow the bike lane to have a buffer. As a result, most people end up biking on the sidewalk instead of in the bike lane on this street because it doesn't feel safe. In addition, many bike lanes (including the one of 15th Avenue) are not continuous; they stop and start. This is confusing and dangerous. http://www.pps.org/reference/livememtraffic/#WIDENING%20SIDEWALKS/NARROWING%20STREETS%20AND%20TRAFFIC%20LANES

937 Yes.

938 Yes absolutely

939 yes

940 Yes

941 I support this strategy. Road diets are definitely needed, statewide.

942 Interested in this. Wonder how much installing would cost. Would want more information but sounds like a decent idea for alot of areas near me.

943 Yes

944 YES

945 maximize

946 YES!!!! The importance of this cannot be overstated. I don't know what a "road diet" is, but I do know we need more infrastructure to support pedestrians. Make the sidewalks wider, or with a barrier to protect pedestrians from traffic. We are afraid to walk to the store because about 500 yards of our walk would be along Camelback. It is very nerve-wracking to walk along there and hope to God you don't trip. I don't trip very often, but if I did on Camelback, I am sure I would be run over by a truck.

947 Good idea

948 OK

949 Excellent!

950 Yes.

951 Good.



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952 in arizona, providing shade trees seems equally important, create traffic calming in major streets to keep people safe, and provide ample street lights for night time use

953 ok

954 Medians that control left turns and jaywalking, as well as providing lighted safety islands, are essential.

955 I support this strategy. However, use road diets only where absolutely justified.

956 Once again, this too is needed, especially on certain main arteries within Flagstaff. Milton ave, Butler, and Rt. 66 are dangerous pathways for pedestrians and bicycles.

957 Where traffic is heavy, and a pedestrian beacon doesn't exist, it can be impossible for pedestrians to cross the road safely without entering the crosswalk while cars are still zooming by. Legislate a hand signal for pedestrians to give them the right of way before they enter the crosswalk.

958 Yes to all but "road diets".

959 Road diets have been proven to reduce traffic and increase bicycle use. I would suggest placing crosswalks at more frequent intervals than the traditional "corner" -- Main Street in Mesa is a good example, as it has crosswalks that bisect the street and its intersections. Very convenient and reduces jaywalking.

960 agree

961 Absolutely

962 Agree

963 These things are helpful.

964 Yes

965 Ok

966 Of course

967 yes

968 I like this for inner city places. The stop in Melrose at 7th avenue is great! Everyoone hates it, but ist is used all of the time and it works.

969 Proven measures seems like a no-brainer for implementation to be done as part of any future upgrades and retro-fils. As a separate effort, I would need more information to assess costs and benefits.

970 OK.

971 Yes.

972 Must include HAWK signals in this strategy.

973 I agree

974 Medians are different from pedestrian crossing islands, and can pose as barriers for ped/bike crossings if improperly designed. I recommend adding language to clarify that the median is intended to serve as a pedestrian refuge.

975 All are goos as presented by USDOT.

976 no

977 This whole survey is a waste of time and effort. Don't know why I am completing it since your mind is already made up...green crap is in right now any you guys must have some green money to waste.


979 Strongly suggest that ADOT evaluate the use of higher equestrian signal buttons on traffic signals in areas where there is a lot of equestrian traffic and it is extremely difficult to cross the State Highway without the additional timing needed (SR 77 is one example).

980 implementation needs to be uniform to avoid confusing drivers and pedestrians. The plethora of signaling and road markings makes it hard for drivers to decide just what the markings mean at any given intersection.

981 Are you kidding me? ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. , Hello!! You haven't identified these yet?



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982 What is a road diet?

983 No need for fancy gimmicks, just give us basic bike lanes on all roads. Start with the minimal needs first.

984 Again...solicit input from volunteers in the community who will provide feedback to the regional coordinator. These people should be volunteers who walk to the library, stores, coffee houses, etc... as well as cyclists to ride for both exercise and transportation.

985 Implementing proven USDOT, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) countermeasures is already good design (is there is $ in the scope).



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Strategy No. 18

Strategy 18: Support local agencies and jurisdictions to establish connectivity and alternative routes to state highways through local jurisdictions

986 Include sidewalks/cycle paths along undeveloped frontages (even if temporary).(See comments under Strategy 2)

987 Yes, please.

988 State highways often serve a “main street” function because there are numerous destinations along the road where people want to go, including bicyclists and pedestrians. As a result it is important to accommodate bicycles and pedestrians on these streets, or they will not have access to the places where they want to go. If parallel routes are provided, it should be in addition to facilities for bicycles and pedestrian on state highways, not in place of them.

989 Yes.

990 Should be accomplished with guidelines and directives to agencies.

991 yes positively


993 It would be great to ride from the east side of globe to the west side without riding on the busy Hwy 60..that doesnt have bike lanes. There are no bike lanes in Globe/Miami.

994 Yes

995 YES

996 maximize

997 Another good idea.

998 Yes, please!

999 VERY HIGH PRIORITY!

1000 Excellent!

1001 Yes.

1002 Connectivity is definitely a large issue. Bike lanes start and stop capriciously. The best example of connectivity in the West Valley is the Rio Vista, Rio Nuevo, AZ Canal trail in Peoria, Glendale, Phoenix. What a great example of using washes, canals, and tunnels to provide a recreational facility, transporation facility, and services along the route. That should be continued throughout the West Valley.

1003 More interaction on integrated routes is great.

1004 more direct routes = less gas/time on the road

1005 yes


1007 Yes!

1008 Okay.

1009 I would like to see a state supported and funded via grants or other sources to develop a route east to west and north to south across Arizona that would be the envy of other states. Any connectivity particularly in rural areas involves private property, state trust land, national forest land, BLM, etc. There needs to be a lot of buy in for a multiple of land owners and agencies to see the economic benefit of such development. Such routes need to not only have buy in but also commitment by some agency to do repairs and maintenance on various sections.

1010 agree

1011 Absolutely

1012 Definitely, connect the county roads to the State Hwys. In our case, it is part of our economy, tourists we also have horses. Dolan Springs, AZ Mohave 25 connects to Hway 93

1013 Agree. Any construction &/or reconstruction should require a bike path be incorporated and established in the newly constructed/reconstructed road/highway.

1014 Connecting with groups who already do this are vital.

1015 Yes



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Strategy 18: Support local agencies and jurisdictions to establish connectivity and alternative routes to state highways through local jurisdictions

1016 Ok

1017 Connectivity is key. For years we couldn't safely walk or bike a direct route between Paradise Valley and Phoenix.

1018 yes

1019 Excellent idea.

1020 Yes.


1022 yes, Use canals and easements when possible

1023 I agree

1024 Working this now with the Sierra Vista City Council/Public works/etc., to creat more bike lanes/paths/multi use paths in SV to make it easier to get from one side of city to other without taking your life into your own hands when on a bike.

1025 To promote bicycling/walking you need SAFE ROUTES to end destinations e.g. SCHOOLS, PARKS, WORK (even if you start with just the major employers) and ENTERTAINMENT. This is sorely lacking within Arizona overall (though Tempe does pretty good). If you did a 10 - 12 mile radius from these end destinations and then designed and built bike lanes/paths people would use them like they do in Colorado (where I used to live). Examples: I cannot safely get from Avondale to Glendale or from Avondale to Goodyear on a bike right now for work (especially with the extended side mirrors on pick-up trucks). I cannot safely ride my bike to Estrella Mountain or White Tank Parks for recreation. If I could, I would. I can't, so I don't (and I am in my 60's!). The Safe Route to School program, was a good start, but needs to be expanded to these other areas.

1026 Incorporating a long-planned bike/ped bridge connecting Alameda/Roeser would effectively remedy the problem of no safe I-10 crossing between Tempe-Phoenix.

1027 On one of the streets I cycle from work to home. There is a shared-use path that runs parallel to the street. This section has two access entrances/exits from an adjoining subdivision. I never ride this section of the shared-use path because the street has a slight decline, and I can easily attain speeds of 25 mph. If I rode on the shared-use path I would have to stop at each entrance/exit to ensure the cross walk was clear (note: the subdivision has a concrete wall around it twelve feet from the road, limiting sight angles) This would slow me down considerably. The above scenario would be similar to recommending cyclist take an alternate route through an urban area parallel to the state highway system. The cyclist would have to stop at every stop sign and which would slow their progress. Vehicular drivers want to take the shortest/fastest route between two points. So do cyclist.

1028 no

1029 This whole survey is a waste of time and effort. Don't know why I am completing it since your mind is already made up...green crap is in right now any you guys must have some green money to waste.

1030 No, those small jurisdictions like the business traffic.


1032 Interested in this. Wonder how much installing would cost. Would want more information but sounds like a decent idea for alot of areas near me. Wonder what this would look like, need some examples.

1033 This is going to be a tough one. When you consider speed of these drivers vs. the on/off ramps even on the roads away from towns. You would pretty much need the designated bike lane to follow the off ramp then connect back up with the corresponding on ramp. This would keep bicycle traffic to the right of the traffic.

1034 Hard to kn

1035 While this is fine, I am concerned that the intent is to eliminate bicycles and pedestrians from the state routes through local jurisdictions. First plan of attack is to accommodate them on non-limited access facilities.



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Strategy No. 19

Strategy 19: Collaborate with local jurisdictions to implement infrastructure along and crossing state highways consistent with local bicycle and pedestrian plans

1036 Take steps to encourage Railroads to accommodate completion of sidewalks and bike paths across their R-O-W (ie- Grand Ave-Hwy.60).

1037 This is huge in the Phoenix area. The lack of continuity has led me to some close calls and finally into an actual crash along Rio Salado at the Price Freeway underpass where the ADOT and Tempe roadways met and created a massive lip, causing me to fall into traffic and break my clavicle, scapula, and ribs, but fortunately I wasn't hit by a car. Tempe and Mesa have bicycle lanes on either side of this interchange but the ADOT section is not a bicycle facility, causing a 1/8 mile gap in the system. This occurs all over the region including University crossing the 101, Higley, Greenway, Val Vista, Sossoman, and Hardy crossing the 60.

1038 Please address the fact that there is no safe crossing point for bicyclists across 1-10 in the entirety of Tempe. A bicyclist cannot cross I-10 safely whether it is at Baseline, Southern, Broadway or University Dr.

1039 Agreed!

1040 Yes.

1041 Again, should be accomplished with directives.

1042 yes, and suggest infrastructure if local plans not complete

1043 yes


1045 I want a better way to access the New River Trail from my house. Right now I have to drive to Rio Vista Park and I should be able to safely get there without having to drive but the streets are unsafe and there is no good way to cross the 101 as a pedestrian.

1046 Yes, we need bike lanes in Globe/Miami and Roosevelt. highways 60 and 188

1047 Yes

1048 YES

1049 essential

1050 Good idea.

1051 Priority

1052 Excellent!

1053 Yes.

1054 Yes a good idea

1055 Yes - can't get across 180 safely in Flagstaff, for instance.

1056 pedestrian crossings should be more prevalent to avoid j walking

1057 yes


1059 Yes. Such collaboration will be essential in our community. They won't go anywhere without it.

1060 Okay.

1061 Agreed. To often ADOT takes a negative attitude or makes the process difficult to implement.

1062 agree

1063 Absolutely

1064 yes

1065 Yes

1066 Yes

1067 Ok

1068 Must do this

1069 yes



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Strategy 19: Collaborate with local jurisdictions to implement infrastructure along and crossing state highways consistent with local bicycle and pedestrian plans

1070 Having connected bicycle roadways is a very good idea. More people would ride if it was safe and convenient/

1071 Excellent idea.

1072 OK.


1074 yes

1075 I agree

1076 Can that be expanded to include infrastructure not on plans? I can see ADOT saying, "It's not a plan, so you can't build it."

1077 Will do once ADOT helps....as these are usually outside of cuty juristiction.

1078 no

1079 Waste


1081 See #18

1082 in implementing this are we aware as to where we rank as a state for providing safe bike routes in our metropolitan area. Not just for recreation but also for travel to work.As for example there is no way I can bike to work from Sun city West to 99th and Grand for my work.


1084 HUh?

1085 This is already a good design practice.



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Strategy No. 20

Strategy 20: Coordinate with US Forest Service and National Park Service to ensure that bicycle and pedestrian facilities connect state highways to forests and national parks

1086 That would be absolutely phenomenal. I would love to ride up to the Grand Canyon (and probably will anyhow, but better facilities will be gratefully accepted!)

1087 Don't forget CITY and COUNTY PARKS!

1088 Again, "trails crossing a state highway..." should take into account the needs of unique needs of equestrians, in addition to bicyclists and pedestrians.

1089 Agreed!

1090 Yes.

1091 yes

1092 yes

1093 Yes


1095 National and state park roads are currently very popular with bike riders and are also currently the most dangerous. There is little or no space for bikes on twisting mountain roads and the blind curves are extremely dangerous.

1096 Yes


1098 Yes

1099 Yes! And, Arizona State Parks, as well....like, Catalina State Park.

1100 Priority!

1101 Excellent!

1102 Yes, and with trailheads in and around communities. Also important that ADOT bicycle and pedestrian facilities connect to urban trail systems.

1103 Would be nice

1104 Yes. Critical in Flagstaff, where I live.

1105 yes


1107 Please include infrmation about multi-use trail the multiple trail use etiquette referenced in (see http://www.mountainbiketx.com then Trail Etiquette under Resources), which has wide acceptance (thus the website reference; locally used with signage on multiple use trails) The information about horses does not apply, but the guideline of bikers yielding to hikers should be socialized in the safety literature. Signs like the triangle should also be posted along multi-use trails/paths.

1108 Okay.

1109 Very good idea -- use this as an opportunity to bring vibrancy, sense of place to our highways and to encourage spending time and money in our beautiful national parks.

1110 agree

1111 Absolutely

1112 Yes, we have the Joshua Tree Forrest again its Mohave County 25, Dolan Springs, Mead View and tghe Hualapai Reservatiion, and Sky Walk. Az State park with camping.

1113 Agree

1114 Excellent strategy.

1115 Yes

1116 Ok



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Strategy 20: Coordinate with US Forest Service and National Park Service to ensure that bicycle and pedestrian facilities connect state highways to forests and national parks

1117 Have you ever tried to ride a bike from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon? It is anything but safe.

1118 yes

1119 Anytime you can connect bicycle and ped roadways over a long area you will increase safety

1120 This would be amazing!

1121 Yes, very much agreed, thank you.

1122 Good idea though this is probably more of a mountain biking issue than a road biking issue. Working with these agencies is essential to good path creation, maintenance and protection ofd the environment.

1123 OK.


1125 Yes including State and county parks.

1126 I agree

1127 Cochise Biclcle Advocates is doing this with teh Forestry Dept and Huachuca Hiking CLub to provide appropriate sinage/safety ettiquite info to Mountain Bike Riders who frequent the Huachucas near Sierra Vista and Hereford AZ.

1128 See Strategy 18

1129 no

1130 low priority

1131 Not...waste of money.


1133 The National Park Service is so strapped for funding that they cannot maintain the roads they currently have. This kind of coordination may well be impossible to achieve.

1134 That sounds wonderful. Not sure how important it is in my area though. Would not put this on my priority list.

1135 See #18

1136 sort of. there is really really very little need for riding a bike TO a state park.

1137 Only if US Forest Service and National Park Service provide the park and rides.



March 2013

Strategy No. 21

Strategy 21: Configure traffic signals to detect bicycles at intersections 1138 Either that or a crossing signal located at the curb adjacent to the bike lane.

1139 Does ADOT have a policy to replace inductive loop detectors with video or infrared detectors, or to build new intersections with video or infrared detectors? If not, this may be an appropriate strategy as they can be more easily configured to detect bicycles. This would help promote compliance at traffic signals among bicyclists.

1140 Each traffic signal that is overhauled should be configured to detect bicycles.

1141 Yes.

1142 Yes, but many lights now cannot detect a motorcycle, which causes them to proceed against a red light because the light will not change unless it detects a car. We need better technology at intersections.

1143 yes, video, wireless or loop detectors preferred. push buttons if no Right turn only lane

1144 Please do this.

1145 yes

1146 Yed

1147 Yes! And where feasible, install push-buttons at the traffic lights in case the signal detector doesn't work. And have the light stay green longer so we have time to get through the intersection.

1148 Agree.

1149 Great idea! I support this strategy.

1150 Yes

1151 Yes

1152 Yes

1153 YES!!! This is a problem. (re: Highland and 12th ST) Sometimes I am lucky and there is a button for pedestrians that I will push. But it isn't easy.

1154 This would be a HUGE help.

1155 Priority!

1156 Yes!!! Some times bicyclists have to run red lights because the signal will not chante.

1157 excellent

1158 Yes.

1159 This could also help with quantifying bike traffic. (Strategy 15)

1160 Yes, many signals won't change for bikes.

1161 As a bike commuter, it is frustrating waiting at a light for a car so the light will change to green. Either that or having to push the pedestrian walk button so the light will change then. It would be wonderful if intersections detected bikes, similar to cars

1162 This is so lacking in the West Valley. Signals do not detect bicycles. At not very busy intersections it is simply a matter of proceeding against the signal (the legalize is that the signal is "inoperable") but at busy intersection it is downright dangerous!!!!

1163 Yes. Otherwise, we are forced to run the light, after waiting for a car to trip it.

1164 or buttons at bike level on the side of the road to signal when they get there

1165 wow, good

1166 Require cities to paint lines on street intersections indicating traffic light lines and lower the amount or required metal so that bikes can change signals from the street.

1167 This would help when drivers do not detect bicyclists.


1169 Excellent idea. Difficult to get over to push the button.



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Strategy 21: Configure traffic signals to detect bicycles at intersections 1170 Ideal. At a minimal traffic signals need to remain green long enough for bicyclists at the end of the vehicle line to be

able to cross without the signal turning red. In Cottonwood along 89A ( a four lane roadway), cross traffic on a bicycle when at the end of a line of vehicles can not get across the intersection before the light turns red.

1171 agree. This is very fustrating when a signal does not detect a bike. Then pedistrians get annoyed of cyclist having to go up to sidewalk to activate crossing walk.

1172 Absolutely

1173 yes

1174 This would promote bicycle safety.

1175 I am in favor of configuring traffic signals to detect bicycles at intersections. When I am on my bicycle, I am a vehicle, not a pedestrian. It is dangerous and inappropriate for me to dismount my bike, walk it over to the crosswalk to press the "walk" button.

1176 Yes

1177 THIS IS CRITICAL!!! IT IS ILLOGICAL AND INCONSIDERATE TO ASSUME A CYCLIST CAN OR SHOULD DISMOUNT TO WALK OVER TO PUSH THE BUTTON AT EVERY INTERSECTION. THIS NEEDS TO BE HIGH HIGH PRIORITY.

1178 yes

1179 Love

1180 Would be wonderful to be a city/state with cutting edge technology like this.

1181 something is needed at 5th street and Euclid to stop traffic so bicycles and pedestrians can cross

1182 If metal is required for detection, this can be tricky since many bikes are being made of carbon fiber. Pressure plates or other means may be necessary.

1183 YES!!!!!

1184 That would be very helpful for cyclists.

1185 Only at intersections which have no signal request switch. If the intersection is busy enough to require a push button request switch, having a bicycle sensitive detector will decrease safety.

1186 Buttons work fine

1187 I agree---good idea.

1188 THis really works. The old magnetic field in the road to detect a car at an interestion just doesn't serve cyclists. Often, they will wait for a few minutes and then ride thru the red light, because they are not detected.

1189 Also consider bicycle-specific traffic signals. http://www.planetizen.com/node/60133

1190 No, apply rules of the road.

1191 How bout configure traffic signals to detect cars at intersections? We need better flow of traffic for safety of everyone not just bikers. Turning left is dangerous even without pedestrians and bikers. Let's fix that.

1192 no

1193 not necessary

1194 Waste

1195 No thanks. Save the money.

1196 ??? Not a good idea. Induction loops would have to be very sensitive, and electro optical retofits are extremely expensive.


1198 Would a bike button at a traffic light help to get a faster change?

1199 Some times the bicycle may have to be put down on the roadway for the signal to pickup to metal of the bicycle. Bicyclist should know that.



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Strategy 21: Configure traffic signals to detect bicycles at intersections 1200 This is an issue at some stop lights. I've come to know those intersections and just use the crosswalk. The

workaround is OK, but breaks up my pace, however the cost of implementing something like this is probably not justifiable.

1201 Good idea, but not high priority

1202 Make vehicle traffic aware of two way bicycle traffic on Aviation Bike path at ALL intersections, i.e. Country Club, Ritchey,Alvernon, Swan, Craycroft

1203 Sounds expensive

1204 way cool, but still not much help bikes just run reds. They do so safely. No reds are run without a stop and look to ensure clear. Very few accidents are due to a bike that runs a red.

1205 I am not sure what this technology involves. If it is costly, I suspect there are higher priorities.

1206 Why only bicycles? what about pedestrians? OR will they be given wings - after a crash!



March 2013

Strategy No. 22

Strategy 22: Review and propose essential resting spot/accommodation facilities (water) for bicyclists and pedestrians

1207 I'm only now getting into cross-state riding (outside metro Phoenix) so I don't have much experience with this. My thought is I wouldn't trust just a water bottle on the side of the road and on hot days what I would use most is cold water poured on my skin and body to cool my temperature, so making that available would be helpful in between service station or other break points.

1208 In this climate, a maximum of 25 miles between water stops is too long. Although it is the bicyclist's responsibility to know the route and the facilities available, it can be a true health hazard in Arizona should an inexperienced bicyclist run out of water.

1209 Yes.

1210 This would be a "nice to have" involving long stretches of highway. But bicyclists and pedestrians need to be prepared for long trips.

1211 not just propose, budget and construct

1212 Needed.

1213 yes

1214 Great idea! I support this strategy. Shade facilities should be considered as well.

1215 Sure. Review and propose away. However people need to be responsible for hydrating themselves. Good to have resources in a pinch. I would put this as a B priority. First fix safety and access then fix accomodations. And resting areas should have the low water fountains for dogs.

1216 would be great

1217 Some cities and towns install benches along bicycle paths/ walking paths like we have in some areas of the River Walk Park here in Tucson.

1218 Yes

1219 At least consider a pole at every stop that has a portion on top which will cast a shadow for waiting for a bus.

1220 Model these after existing ones in parks and especially the Scottsdale green belt, these facilities are excellent and always kept up in near perfect condition. I plan almost all of my rides to go past the one located by the golf course on the green belt next to Hayden Rd, just south of Indian Bend.

1221 Excellent!

1222 Yes.

1223 Shade is important, too. Great places to post Safety Info.

1224 What a concept! Actually, i doubt this would occur anywhere but down in the desert.

1225 and shade

1226 Good idea.

1227 I support this strategy. Encourage Transportation Alternative Program funding for these facilities.

1228 This could be very useful. Drinking fountains are wonderful. They are helpful to the homeless as well. Everyone needs to drink water.

1229 Okay.

1230 Resting spots that accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians will make walking and cycling more feasible and safer for people who live in a desert climate. Dangers of heat exhaustion and dehydration are very real. Shade is seriously underutilized and undervalued in Arizona's planning.

1231 Absolutely

1232 yes, with bench and sun shade. and of course water.

1233 That would be cool. Especially in the summer. :)



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1234 Water bottle filling stations along popular bicycle routes would be incredibly beneficial to commuters and leisure bicyclists.

1235 Yes

1236 Ok

1237 Bicyclists are always in need of water for the hot weather and an occasional place to use the restroom would increase safety by diverting riders to those locations instead of busy commercial areas

1238 Crucial for AZ.

1239 Air pumps along bike routes would be extreamly helpful for riders with low tire pressure. Many bike paths run near parks where there are probably existing facilities that could support this effort.

1240 Some of the canal trails in the valley provide these. While nice, if they are located near convenience stores, they are just as effective.

1241 Yes.

1242 Knowing where water can be obtained in the desert, would be very helpful.

1243 In a state where the main environmental cause of death is heat exhaustion, the answer is "Yes!"

1244 I agree---needed but could be costly.

1245 In most cases, we cyclists carry enough water to get well beyond 25 miles. While this is a good idea for review, it may not be feasible (installing water lines, maintaining them, repairing damage due to harsh weather and possible vandalism).

1246 No, they should equip themselves with provisions. They should familiarize themselves with the route, and rest where best for them.

1247 no

1248 Low Priority

1249 we can be self sufficient

1250 Waste....let them go home or to a local business and spend money.

1251 Long riders know what to do. I guess this is a good idea but this cost mas cut something more important like better signage.

1252 Waste of money. Informed walkers, runners and cyclists plan for carriage and purchase of adequate hydration.

1253 Probably a waste of money. Non-serious riders will not be out that long or far from home to take advantage. Serious riders will bring sufficient water and not be interested in taking a long break like that.

1254 Only if money left over from installing bike lanes.

1255 Although this would be nice, this should not be one of the priorities of the plan. There are plenty of places to go into a restroom and fill a water bottle. There are so many other issues that should come before this one...continuity of bike lanes, increasing the bike lanes, linking communities.

1256 ok, but low priority. bike/ped can take care of themselves

1257 Unless these are high trafficited areas, I would like this money to go to seperate bike lanes.

1258 Not high priority. Bicyclists should be prepared and knowledgeble on the rest stops needed for the actrivity and they do not need a specific "rest stop" built.

1259 Low priority. We live in Arizona, we understand we need to supply our own water.

1260 let bikers/walkers take responsibility for their own needs. Carry your own water.

1261 Nice. Covers yourself for lawsuits, but little help/ That's what stores are for.

1262 NO. How is "essential" determined? Whose paying for this? How would it be funded?

1263 Not needed



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1264 Low priority for me. I have seen so many non-maintained water fountains that it's just stupid to build more.


1266 THis is a low priority item. Cyslits can and do plan their rides around known sources of water (gas stations,, etc). Lets not spend money on these facilities instead of creating a safer environmetn for cyclists in our great state. We must encurage AZ to be bicycle friendly, not only to save our cyclists from injury/death, but for businesses to gain from out of state cyclists who come here to ride.

1267 Where I live, I have found every public drinking fountain and restroom - from churches to gas stations to park facilities. Possibly other neighborhoods don't have these available. Have you considered an app that would plot public restrooms and available drinking water? it might help people plan their route to work.

1268 I don't know if this needs to be a responsibility of ADOT

1269 Good idea though I think cyclists need to take responsibility for their own support. In future development including cyclists needs in an overall plan sounds sensible.



March 2013

Strategy No. 23

Strategy 23: Construct sidewalks in urban areas and small urbanized areas where origins and destinations present a need

1270 Yes, please.

1271 Yes - it encourages walking.

1272 This should have been taken care of by the developers in this area. Make sure any future development includes such features. If any business owner wishes to change their structure, they must be required to improve sidewalks up to code when they do so.

1273 yes, state highways within other jurisdictions should be built to meet the jurisdiction's standards, not ADOT's

1274 yes

1275 Great idea! I support this strategy. As long as this infrastructure is accompanied with ped. amenities.

1276 Sure.

1277 This is a MUST for safety!

1278 Yes

1279 yes

1280 A sidewalk is needed on Sunrise between Swan and Campbell.

1281 Yes

1282 absolutely

1283 YES! And make sure they are protected from busy traffic.

1284 Yes, for instance sidewalk egress is needed at almost every business corner that transitions from a parking lot to the driveways and landscaping. There is usually no way to cross the landscaping or driveway to the perimeter sidewalk (if there is a sidewalk) or the bus stop.

1285 Sidewalks AND dedicated bike routes. This way pedestrian traffic isn't affected. Especially the handicapped and those with small children and walking dogs. Bicycle traffic can be a deterrent to these folks.

1286 OK

1287 Excellent!

1288 Kids on bikes ride on sidewalks, more serious cyclists do not - it's not safe at intersections. Sidewalk like bike paths that connect residential and commercial/industrial areas would offer cyclists safer commute options. I would definitely use them. NOTE: see bike and pedestrian sidewalk on south side of 202 freeway between Power Road and Greenfield Road in Mesa.

1289 Yes.

1290 Yes, this is needed in Apache Junction.

1291 Not only a NEED which implies a necessity, but to make a more exercise-friendly community you need sidewalks. Many "upscale" communities do not want sidewalks because they don't want people traipsing about. This should not be an option! There should be sidewalks so people can walk/run in all areas.

1292 GOod

1293 provide possible pedestrian streets to encourage business and walking

1294 good

1295 Yes!

1296 Work with local jurisdictions to develop specific plans to implement this strategy.

1297 Yes, will make it safer for us.

1298 Would this also include county roads or just state highways? I agree with the idea. Who would maintain the sidewalks after the initial construction?

1299 agree

1300 Absolutely



March 2013

Strategy 23: Construct sidewalks in urban areas and small urbanized areas where origins and destinations present a need

1301 yes

1302 Who is providing "the sense of need"? A sense of need iscould be too subjective. I think sidewalks sould be mandatory in most cases. For instance, the road I live off of does not have a sidewalk but is used every day by people walking, pet walking, running, etc. Not having a sidewalk presents a hazardous condition for vehicles & non-motorized users of this road. This road is one of thousands that this comment dould relate to.

1303 Yes.

1304 Ok

1305 Poll the inhabitants to identify these origins and destinations, don't let some ADOT personnel from another part of the state try to second-guess this.

1306 yes

1307 Yes

1308 YES!!!

1309 This is the best idea!

1310 Of course - this is good design; but it must be scoped and funded.

1311 Yes.

1312 Reasonable a prudent.

1313 Yes, away from the road

1314 I agree

1315 Can this be worded along the lines of ... Always construct sidewalks, unless the origins and destinations do not present a need ...?

1316 Yes.

1317 The priority should go to other area unless the walk area is so critically dangerous.

1318 No thanks. Save the money. Dirt works just fine.

1319 No


1321 Waste if they don't need it. Local decision.


1323 As cyclists should not generally ride on pedestrian sidewalks, this question seems out of place. If the question refers to multi-use paths in addition to strictly pedestrian sidewalks it sounds like a good idea as an alternative to cycling lanes and wide shoulders for cyclists. I think most cyclist prefer street based cycle lanes and wide shoulders to multi-use paths.

1324 I'd like to see a bike path built starting from Ahwatukee and follow Peco's/Rte 202 to the Chandler Fashion Mall and beyond, all the way down the length of 202 if possible. People would use it to commute to local work places. Cmon make it happen :) !! I won't commute by bike to my work due to numerous road hazards, with a bike path like that, I would !! Roger Spencer



March 2013

Strategy No. 24

Strategy 24: Construct and maintain paved and striped shoulders in urban areas and on rural routes; where rumble strips are used, ensure that they are installed to provide a minimum effective clear shoulder width of 4 feet (5 feet to the face of guardrail); in urban areas, provide as a minimum condition, a 4-ft paved shoulder (5-ft wide from face of curb), with white stripe at the edge of the vehicle lane.

1325 Yes, please.

1326 Crosswalk markings, bike lane stripes and symbols need to be repainted/refreshed to ensure they are visible, particularly in snow country. Support the idea of adding a shoulder to Highway 89A between Flagstaff and Oak Creek Canyon.

1327 One of the most important parts of this strategy is the word "Maintain." This is probably one of the most common complaints we receive. The shoulders should be maintained on a regularly scheduled basis in urban areas, not just when ADOT receives a phone call or email. Bicyclists should not have to carry a significant excess of tubes/tires every time they choose to ride on a state highway.

1328 On some roads, this is clearly impossible to achieve. Again, new construction must incorporate this type of roadway, but it confuses and distracts drivers when the roadway markings change every block.

1329 yes

1330 yes

1331 Bike lanes should be at least 6ft to be really functional.

1332 An ablolute necessity for any bike route, and bikers should not be allowed to ride side by side in a way that obstructs traffic or creates unsafe conditions.

1333 More distance from rumble strips to gaurd rail is good but more distance from white line to rumble strip is safter for the cyclist. There is too much debris between the guard rail and rumble strip. The cyclist needs to come out and ride along the white line frequently and cannot do so if rumble strips are next to white line.

1334 The White stripe doesn't mean a thing to many drivers. Just travel on Sabino Canyon Road from River to the Park Gate. Many drivers are looking around and are over in that lane frequently. A painted lane or a rumble strip would help lots.

1335 Yes

1336 Yes

1337 essential

1338 Make rumble strips less difficult to cross

1339 This is vital; please make Phoenix a far more bicycle-friendly city. I live downtown and bike to work every day, and the absence of bike lanes is antediluvian and embarrassing. Please do better.

1340 Good idea

1341 We (Adventure Cycling Association) would like to see significant improvement of US 60 between Apache Junction and Globe to create a safer riding environment for bicycle travelers using the Adventure Cycling Southern Tier Bicycle Route. We have received reports of the dangerous conditions that have evolved here over the years. Since this highway is the only option for traveling across the area, it carries medium to high volumes of traffic -- both recreational and commercial -- and cyclists would benefit greatly from improved safety measures such as wider shoulders, especially where rumble strips exist on the roadway and across bridges. This stretch includes the Queen Creek Tunnel where safety could be improved with the installation of a flashing light for cyclists to activate and warn drivers of their presence in the tunnel such is found on US 101 in Oregon Additionally, "Share the Road" signage may help improve a cyclists' experience by making drivers aware of their presence.



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1342 Great idea. However I've noticed that when major roads are resurfaced the shoulder to the right side is not included. Someone just spent a lot of time and money on Beeline highway BUT , THE SHOULDER WAS NOT TOUCHED!!!! THAT PART OF THE ROAD IS WHERE WE RIDE! WHY WAS IN NOT DONE?

1343 Priority. Example of poor planning is recent repaving of SR 74 ignores what used to be a safe surface for bicycle riders. Now is rough and gravel prone margin surface requiring main on-road bike riding.

1344 Excellent!

1345 Anything that can keep cars out of marked bike lanes would help reduce cyclist fatalities.

1346 these are SO useful to us the cyclists, thank you. the more the better.

1347 It is very important that rumble strips be placed correctly to not interfere with cycling on a shoulder or bike lane.

1348 Maintenance should include sweeping debris off the bicycle shoulders. I find often the majority of road debris accumulates most in the area where cyclists are expected to ride.

1349 Yes, PLEASE do this. Very much needed.

1350 This is the biggest single difficulty in the Flagstaff area. Route 180 is a nightmare, and is used by MANY commuters, and many recreational riders. Many more commuters would use it if it were safer. The city has made some dirt trails (FUTS) as alternatives, but these are only open during the fair-weather months and are not convenient for many destinations/origins. Outside of town, the road, with all the inattentive tourists, is very dangerous. The proposed sidewalk stops just short of the Hidden Hollow turn, which is a dangerous one. I'd suggest continuing the sidewalk/bike path that far, and then improve the shoulder from there on.

1351 Provide clear bike lanes but i feel that cars will use that extra space for dangerous passing

1352 much needed. recently completed I-19 EFR only has about 3ft to guardrail.

1353 REQUIRE paved and striped shoulders on all new state highways being built or reconstructed.

1354 I support this strategy. However, the minimum bike lane should be 6-ft.

1355 Important. Don't want to go over the handlebars.

1356 Yes. Such striping would be extremely helpful in our rural area.

1357 This is of the utmost importance. There are too many bicycle accidents on Milton, ave because there is no shoulder and bicyclists are forced to ride on the sidewalks, causing many accidents. There needs to be designated lanes or a shoulder on Milton ave in an effort to prevent accidents and promote sustainability.


1359 This is a very good idea.

1360 I firmly believe that 4ft. is to narrow except on residential roads. On major arterial roadways, the width of the shoulder or bike lane needs to be 5-6 ft. On main highways and roadways such as 89A between Cottonwood and Sedona the shoulder width is approximately 8ft and would be considered safe and adequate. On 89A between Cottonwood and Clarkdale there is no bike lane or marked shoulder, only a curb. This recently constructed roadway was done without bicyclists being considered and it is unlikely that a 4 ft. lane could be placed. Such mistakes need to be avoided in the future.

1361 Absolutely



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1362 Yes, in our rural area. there are not always again, I mention Mohve County Scenic Route 25.

1363 Any construction &/or reconstruction should require a bike path be incorporated and established in the newly constructed/reconstructed road/highway.

1364 Yes.

1365 Yes

1366 Ok

1367 Yes. Too many times in too many states around the country the rumble strips are in the center of the shoulder making the shoulder unusable for cyclists and forcing them into the street.

1368 Thanks- where this was not done it sure wrecked the biking!

1369 Great. what about rural residential areas?

1370 YES!!!!!

1371 This is badly needed in the east valley. To be specific, Power rd. south from the US 60. Many students, as well as employees who work at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport / ASU polytech do not have a safe route south on Power rd.The shoulders of the road are dirt, and there are no other routes south other than the canal which is not paved. Therefore people like many of us who ride hybrid, or road bikes are out of luck when it comes to Power rd.

1372 The width is very adequate. Many times, while an adequate shoulder is provided, I find that maintenance is lacking and either debris or road condition make it relatively unsafe.

1373 Wide shoulders of this kind are highly desireable and distinctly lacking in much of Arizona. I think wide shoulders of this kind would reduce accidents and relieve some pressure on the call for separtate cycling lanes and multi-use paths.

1374 Yes, and provide a separate path for transition where bike lanes are nonexistent. Bikers should not be given the option to merge with traffic where bike lanes do not exist. They must be funnelled off the roadway if there isn't a safe place for them to ride.


1376 I agree

1377 THis is absolutly needed. But once the lanes/shoulders are created, they must be cleaned to remove the road hazards that develop as pieces of semi-tractor trailer tires litter these lanes/shoulders, as broken class bottles litter these areas, etc. Ina 16 mile bike ride along HY 90 on 29 Dec, I collected 8 pounts of metal on the shoulder as I tried to ride my bike....from a dozen or so screws to the 1 pound safety rod from a trailer connection, to shards of metal, to broken bungy cords, etc. See th SV Herald on 13 Jan 13 for the details of what I found and for a picture too. This is but one example of the hazards on shoulders or in bike lanes that force bicycle riders to ride in teh road - putting them ar risk if being hit by motorists.

1378 Right rumble strips should also be broken/non-continuous..

1379 yes

1380 not if a sidewalk close by

1381 NO! Waste of space designed for autos. Narrower auto lanes are unsafe.

1382 No thanks. Two feet is needed for a bicycle to pass, not this expensive proposal.

1383 Do cost-benefit analysis to see if these types of projects give us the highest return on our transportation tax dollars. More auto lanes would probably result in higher returns.


1385 Rumble strips might be hard on bicycle riders.



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1386 When possible, please include in the guidebook suggested designs to develope seperate lanes for bikes either by rolling curb, grade change, or drainage swale. My intent is to create a physical barrier between cyclist and vehical traffic. These physical barrier can be suttle enough to use as a temporary emergency lane.

1387 Most of the time I choose driving over cycling, it comes down to safety. If the route is not safe for me or my family, we end up driving.

1388 A) fig 17 : 1) Segment # 9 appears to be incorrectly placed when looking at map vs Table 17. 2) US 89 south of SR 64 has a < 4ft shoulder (due to uneven repaving) and is very dangerous. This appears to be missing from Table and Figure 17 B) fig 19: legend says Segment Number corresponds to Table 16, yet Figure 19 is titled ...Paved Shoulder Opportunites and Table 16 is titled .... Sidewalks. Should this Table 16 reference be Table 17? If so, I am not sure they are correct. C) fig 17 - 20 seem to be inconsistent in the information conveyed. Only Fig 19 shows a Priority ranking and no segment is "Highest Priority". If Fig 19 has priority ranking, why not Fig 17,19, and 20 or vice versa?

1389 Please clarify this strategy. Why is 5-ft from face of curb in parentheses like it is a second thought? Is indeed the standard five feet from face of curb? How about in urban area provide a minimum 5 ft ? Regardless of presence of curb or not. In this manner, local jurisdictions are less likely to get 4 ft bike lanes from face of curb, like we have been getting out of ADOT adhering strictly to their "standards."



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General Comments

General Comments: 1390 • Consider utilizing a 'Bicycle Yield' sign at 4 way and other vehicular stops, using a smaller sign and bicycle logo, as I

believe a cyclist can slow down sufficiently to allow proper yield to others or come to a full stop if warranted.

1391 • I believe where the adjacent road design and traffic volume is very dangerous, shared sidewalk use should be encouraged from a safety perspective, allowing for the fact that pedestrians have priority and cyclists must accommodate pedestrians.

1392 • Bicycle Maps can designate bike routes on a safety scale (similar to skiing trails - green-blue-black or red).

1393 • Road Diet designs are an excellent option. I have seen it work in the city back home (St.Catharines, Ont.) where 4 lane collector and arterial roads were converted to 3 lane plus bicycle lane, and there was no noticeable decrease in traffic flow, while allowing for an excellent connectivity of bicycle routes.

1394 • Table 16, Item 24 - under comments, I would add Work with Railroad to ensure safe and proper pedestrian/bicycle crossings of their R-O-W.

1395 More detail on the bike map as to the level of cyclist comfort. <4' shoulder width north of Payson doesn't tell me enough whether or not to ride up there. If there is no shoulder, I likely won't ride it, but if there is a 3' shoulder and/or rumble strips, I feel comfortable riding. I mentioned this more than once but I really feel as though rumble strips provide an effective barrier for bicycles, and those bicyclists riding along rural roads are likely in the more confident category of riders, so further safety measures wouldn't be financially warranted. I'm not sure what the solution is to solving this problem, but designating I-17 as a bicycle route is useful, yes, but I'm still not sure I would ever ride on the freeway. If nothing else, the on and off ramps create extremely dangerous intersections for cyclists. I'm also not convinced that demand is high enough to create a separated bike/ped path from Phoenix to Flagstaff, so I really don't know if there is a better answer, but it's something I've been thinking about for a few months now and am having a hard time coming up with solutions to make that option more desirable for cyclists heading up north.

1396 This looks comprehensive. Great work.

1397 At its regular meeting of February 14, 2013, the City of Flagstaff's Pedestrian Advisory Committee unanimously approved a motion to submit these comments on the Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan to ADOT.

1398 Implement SAFE ROUTE TO WORK, SAFE ROUTE TO PLAY (e.g. parks, playgrounds, entertainment districts) and continue the SAFE ROUTE TO SCHOOL for safety, designating future routes, education, and health.

1399 This update is a well-presented plan that addresses the many needs of the bicycling and pedestrian communities. However, it lacks a timeline and a list of funding sources for implementation. For Table 16, sidewalks should also be considered along SR 77 from Pusch View Lane to Tangerine Road, especially with the development that will occur on the east side of SR 77 near the eastern terminus of Tangerine.

1400 No two intersections are the same in Tucson. This confuses everybody. Most drivers have not looked at a driver's manual for decades. Most pedestrians and bicyclists (especially school age bicyclists) have absolutely no idea about the rules of the road. Public outreach is the most important tool the government has when upgrading roads and intersections to provide safer roadways. Everybody needs to know how to proceed when they travel on public roads. Those roads range from unmarked blacktop, signed gravel roads, and complicated dual use markings on divided, multi-lane monster intersections that require two light cycles for pedestrians to cross. Everybody needs to know exactly what is expected and what to do when faced with these different conditions. Only public outreach can accomplish that. Most parents have no clue whatsoever about the proper way to ride a bicycle, and will teach their children their bad habits, resulting in the current chaos surrounding every school at the start and end of every school day. Only public outreach can solve this. Simply re-designing a roadway will not work if the people using the roadway have no clue about how to proceed safely or what the road markings mean. Again, public outreach in the main way to accomplish this, even on roads that have been in service for decades, constant public outreach will make those "out of compliance" roads safer when people know how to use them correctly.



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General Comments: 1401 In all areas of improving the safety and ability of people to walk or use bicycles for daily transportation, the state

should try anything. As a voter and a cyclist, I support anything that will encourge people toward this direction. These proposals should be explored and a balance between cost and effectiveness should be struck, but Phoenix needs MORE developement to encourge bicycling.

1402 The roadway (US60) thru Globe-Miami is extremely narrow, ede-disrupted, rock-strewn and dangerous for locals foolhardy enough to ride a bike there anyway and for unwary long-distance travelers just trying to pass through. Aa alternate route does not exist. ADOT should cooperate with locals on building a bike path/detour near the (attractive, tree-lined) creek and (level) railway all the way past both towns so locals can use it for recreation and tourists can get through alive.

1403 Yesterday I happened to be riding my bike in downtown Phoenix, heading east on Roosevelt Street. A City bus was tailgating me and got extremely close as I was pedaling. Rather than give me a safe riding distance, the bus driver laid on the horn and yelled at me to get on the sidewalk. If there were a bicycle lane, this wouldnt have been a problem. If the bus driver was educated, this also wouldn't have been a problem. In this instance I was also forced to use the sidewalk.

1404 Who and how will all this be paid for? Will every bike be taxed and licensed? I guess they could raise state, county and city taxes. Everyone will have to pay their share- like it or not, biker or not. Yet it is something I would like to see. I just don't like to pay for something I don't use.

1405 On page 26 is the statement: The ADOT Bicycle Policy is to “consider bicycle lanes for inclusion with major new construction or major reconstruction when: 1) incremental costs for construction and maintenance are funded by a local agency AND 2) the bicycle lane is included as a part of a bicycle facilities plan adopted by a local agency.” This policy is inconsistent with the concept of “a connected system of bike lanes.” You can build all the bike lanes you want, but if they do not continue through town to connect to the adjoining bicycle lane on the other side of town, who will use them? For example: many years ago all cyclist would ride the Sierra Vista loop. The Sierra Vista loop consisted of Buffalo Soldier road, 92 Bypass, 90. The Sierra Vista loop used to have an adequate shoulder to ride on. To accommodate the building of WalMart the 92 by-pass was redesigned. This included the removal of the shoulder. With the speed of traffic greater the 45 mph, this section of road is now dangerous to “Share the road.” Because of this there is no easy way to cycle to any destination from or to that side of town. Another example is SR 179. ADOT was not going to provide the bike lane because the local agency would not agree to maintain the facility. Because of the local non-profit cyclist organization which was able to step up to agree to the maintenance the bicycle lane was built. This is a beautiful bicycle lane which is heavily used as documented in figures 3 and 4. It is my belief, if this bicycle lane was not build there would be much less bicycle use if at all as I have documented in the paragraph above. The fact that the local non-profit cyclist organization was able to step up is an outliner. You cannot expect other non-profit organizations to have the resources to provide this service. For example: in Huachuca City, they are a very un-friendly bicycle town. I do not believe they would ever agree to maintain a bicycle lane. Please see my response to Strategy 18 for designating parallel streets as an alternative to bicycle lanes on State Highway Systems. Another example is Herford City. They have a Post Office, a gas station, three restaurants, no city services or council that I can determine. ADOT redesigned the section of 92 just south of E Carr Canyon Rd to 3 Canyons Rd, to include the intersection at Herford Rd. Just north of Herford Rd ADOT installed curbs on both sides of the highway, the curbs are position maybe two feet from the roadway edge line and angle away from the roadway edge line for a wider outside lane within the curb. Ok, riding on this beautiful wide shoulder, I have to merge with traffic, where the speed limit is > 45 mph to get around the curb, so that I can share the road in the wide outside lane. This puts the cyclist in dangerous position. Also, I do not believe the local agency, either Herford City or Cochise County have the resources to adequately maintain a bicycle lane. To assume some, non-profit or other, local entity would step up to provide the resources to maintain the bicycle lane in disingenuous.

1406 Appendix A: Change the distance from 3 feet to 5 feet, and show a clear diagram of what 5 feet looks like to a motorist traveling at highway speed. Change this distance to 5 feet on pages 35, 46, and 65. Most cyclists and pedestrians are also motorists and we understand and yield to cyclists and pedestrians. However, as the statistics prove, most motorists are not cyclists or pedestrians. But all of us have a shared responsibility to each other no matter what our method of transportation. Cyclists that run red lights and stop signs need to get fined the same as a motorist would. Motorists who fail to yield to a cyclist or pedestrian should be held accountable as well. Thank you.



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General Comments: 1407 Keep in mind that different strategies work for different situations and local jurisdictions may be better suited to

realize these solutions. Also, state road 77, should be a greater priority for ADOT. This is a huge biking area and better safety/ amenities for these bikers should be implemented.

1408 This is a very poorly constructed survey. Here: Read our strategies and give us your thoughts! How do you intended to perform any quantitative analysis based on the responses is this format?

1409 What are the plans for testing and licensing bicyclists?

1410 This is alot of information, using this format to comment on it is not user-friendly for someone just becoming aware of the information. I do not have the time to spent trying to fully understand the 100+ page document so my comments may not be as useful in this format as they might have been with better summaries or better formulated questions than just blank spaces.

1411 We need bike lanes and education on HIghway 60 and 188. The City is attempting to draw cyclists up to the area and we need these to do so. More bike lanes will help the economy of the area and make it a nicer place to live

1412 Visibility is important at sidewalks and egress to businesses. Limit landscape and hardscape at these intersections to allow for a clear view of bicyclists and pedestrians.

1413 There are two extremely dangerous areas in Tucson that I am aware of (probably many more), that need a better solution for pedestrian safety than what's in place. Specifically, these intersections both have double turn lanes, where two lanes of cars turn into a pedestrian crossing. The areas that I've encountered regularly are the intersection of E. Speedway and Kolb, where cars are heading West on Speedway, and turn North onto Kolb, and the intersection of Tanque Verde and Grant, where cars are heading South on Tanque Verde and turn West onto Grant. These are heavily traveled intersections at all times of the day. Even if the outside turning lane cars yield, as they're supposed to, to pedestrians crossing at the properly white lighted, flashing, beeping intersection, the cars in the inside turning lane more times than not, do not yield ! Furthermore, I feel their view of us pedestrians is blocked by the car turning next to them. It's often that NEITHER lanes of cars yield appropriately ! I feel I am frequently in danger crossing these two intersections. I am an avid distance walker, and frequent these areas, living in the Eastside of town. I've lived here for 25 years, and regularly walk in excess of 10 miles at a time, often across the city. I love to walk, have become somewhat of a local icon for doing so (I'm told)), and want to continue to do so SAFELY ! One of my biggest delights living in Tucson, is how pedestrian and cyclist friendly we've become. Please don't let these two intersections, and other like them, be the site of tragic, avoidable injury or death to our pedestrians. There has to be a better way of dealing with double turn lane intersections !!

1414 ENFORCEMENT: The bicycle population is SUPPOSE by statute to obey traffic laws. Too many instances have occurred whereas thirty plus cyclists ride four abreast and congregate an entire lane of traffic - too many instances have occurred whereas cyclists do NOT stop at stop signs or red traffic lights - too many instances have occurred whereas cyclists as just plain arrogant. I have conversed with City of Phoenix patrol officers who have said they have given citations to cyclists for traffic violations only to be advised by their sargeant not to do so. Enforcement is the concern - cyclists will continue to violate traffic laws as they realize there will be no consequence. As a result - injury and death will continue to occur until ENFORCEMENT is performed. Cyclists know the laws - the cyclists just ignore them. Treat cyclists as vehicle drivers are treated. Violate the law - receive a citation.

1415 What a waste of tax payer money, all of the studies, reports Extra roadway signs, bridges over freeways etc. Sidewalks are where pedestrians and bike riders should be. All of this for 1 out of a 100,000 people that use them. You will screw millions of tax payers out of millions of dollars for a very few that use all of this.

1416 Pontatoc Road needs widening in addition to re-paving. There is currently NO shoulder let alone a bike lane on this road and bicyclists and pedestrians use this road and pose a huge safety hazard to themselves and drivers. It is a well used road between River Rd. and Sunrise Rd. The very short sidewalk that extends from Campbell on Skyline and east to Sunrise should be continued to Swan Rd. Many people walk on Sunrise in this area and it is unsafe at the moment.


1418 Maximize funding to create pathways. Pamphlets and education are good, but not at the expense of actually creating safer conditions.



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General Comments: 1419 Whoever designed this survey needs some education on survey design! Worthless since your mind is already made

up...bike lanes are perceived as "green" so the federal government is probably funding this BS. Spend the money...that's what you are going to do anyway. Leave bike lanes off streets.

1420 AZ Rumble strips can be dangerous to bicyclest. I experenced rumble strips in CO that were ok and would like to see them in AZ

1421 Clearly, I am passionate about this. We live in a city with a climate ideal for walking and biking most of the year. But we face two main challenges: people are not encouraged to live near where they work so many people face very long commutes that are inhospitable to walking or biking. Secondly, there are few, if any, protected sidewalks and bike lanes. The canal is good, but I can't take the canal to work and still it is difficult to cross some busy streets (ref: N 44th Street and the canal north of Campbell and south of Camelback). Sidewalks have no protection against cars zooming by within inches of pedestrians. Bike lanes are practically non-existent and the ones that do exist (ex. Highland, Campbell) are used mostly for parking and as an additional traffic lane. There is no protection for the cyclist from cars. I hope and pray that Phoenix gets bike and pedestrian friendly because it will help the health of the people who live here and the environment.

1422 I sincerely appreciate all of the hard work and time each person has spent in getting this update completed. I would bet because of all of that effort constructive comments will be limited. Every possible consideration has gone into this plan. As a resident of Yuma, AZ. I have not seen much for the Yuma county programs. My Name is Gene Dalbey and my e-mail address is [email protected]. I would like any and all information regarding this plan and any changes to it sent to me. I am trying to do my part is Yuma.

1423 In Sierra Vista we have mail boxes in the middle of the sidewalks. Wheel chair users can not get by so why have wheelchair ramps.

1424 Keep up the good work! Remember to think outside of the Maricopa County box!

1425 ADOT is working on finalizing an update to the plan, which was first established in 2003. Just finish. We're all getting tired of being told to commute more efficiently but are not being given a safe way to do that.

1426 Be careful that this effort doesn't become a consultant's dream (I ran a successful consultancy for20 years). Avoid meaningless pamphlet and brochure development and focus on policy language and implementation. A new map, however, should be a priority. Make a paper and an app / e-version. AZ should / could become a cyclist magnet developing jobs and economic development in addition to encouraging healthy habits for its residents. As a recent immigrant from CO, I can state from experience that CO enhances health, is an attraction for educated immigrants and boosts economic development through pro-bicycle policies and programs. Consider an effort to set aside a small portion of lottery proceeds for bicycle infrastructure. Bruce Strand 27388 N. 125th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85383 [email protected]

1427 (see "Stategy 4" comments). We must acknowledge that grid-lock will increase and has wide ranging effects (road rage, red light running, air polution, quality of life). Providing the basis for an alternative that will change trends - even if its in a 20 year time frame - is one of the most important thing an ADOT strategy could do. Our weather is particularly conducive to alternate, light weight, forms of personal transportation.

1428 Report is quite comprehensive and will greatly aid future bicyclists.

1429 Some cyclists do stupid things resulting in injury and death. I don't know if training opportunities would mitigate that. Stupid is hard to remediate. A huge problem is cell phone use by drivers. When it can be shown that motorists who hit cyclists, who are obeying the law, while that motorist is using a cell phone, those motorists should spend time in jail. Rarely are motorists punished when they injure or kill cyclists. Our tolerance for reckless driving and cycling (including a high tolerance for DUI) in this country is amazing. I've seen that cycling has enjoyed a substantial growth in popularity in recent years. Many cyclists I know are afraid to ride on public roads, in bike lanes, because of motorists texting while driving. I receive reports from Sterling Baer, who heads up the Red Mountain Brumby's cycling club, of cyclist injuries and deaths. It happens with alarming regularity and while some cyclists are at fault, the majority of cyclists are hit from behind or clipped by motorists who are not paying attention. Typically those motorists are not cited, even when they kill. I don't believe legislation will change bad habits, but tougher negligence laws with convictions and jail time will slowly help raise awareness that motorists need to share the road and that everyone needs to obey traffic laws. Obedience to traffic laws ensures predictability; predictability fosters safety.



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General Comments: 1430 As I mentioned, biking to work is a priority for me. I would love to. Every city I have lived in before Sun City West, I

could bike to work safely. I cannot get from R.H. Johnson across New River. Also on Bell there is nothing to use. Any suggestions?

1431 The ADOT Bike Pedestrian plan is very good. This state has come a long way toward becoming more bike and pedestrian friendly. Also combing bike and pedestrian travel with public transportation.

1432 This may be way off base but, as a pedestrian in Sierra Vista Az. I would like to see the city have home owners cut the trees and bushes back from the sidewalks and change the parking law so cars will quit parking on the sidewalk. I walk 3-6 miles each day and most of it is in the street because of these problems. Thanks

1433 I'm very please to see these proposed improvements.

1434 1. More traffic light controlled Pedestrian/Bike crosswalks should be installed. 2. The lights on these crosswalks should be the same as a regular traffic light, except that they would always be green for motor traffic except when a pedestrian activates the light. Then the normal sequence of a yellow light then a red light for the motorized traffic should be activated. Then the motor traffic should have a continuous red light until the pedestrian had had sufficient time to cross the street. Then the motorized traffic will be given a green light again. The pedestrian lights that are dark until the light is activated is often missed (or routinely ignored) by motorized traffic. Also, there seems to be a tendency on the part of motorists to believe that as long as they don't actually hit a pedestrian they don't need to stop. 3. Red light cameras should be installed at many of the crosswalk lights. Unlike the red light cameras currently in use this could curb dangerous driving.

1435 Arizona's weather allows for alternative modes of transportation such as biking and walking. It is such a shame that the state/local governments has done little to make these activities safer. The problem is compounded by the fact that AZ motorists are uneducated and /or unwilling to share the road.

1436 I am a cyclist. I cycle 30 miles/day 5days a week. I am retired. I also cycle to the gym, grocery store, etc... It is a challenge, especially at major crossroads. Motorists think bicycles are "intruding" on their turf and aren't afraid to honk, yell, and even throw things. You need to have citizen cyclists providing frequent feedback and input to regional communication directors.

1437 How about a Bicycle safety inspection. Some bikes should not be on the road. They need a minimum of front and back reflectors & chain guards. A headlight should be required, although some would argue they never ride at night. One that comes on as you pedal would be an additional safety feature. You are more apt to be seen.

1438 Given the relatively small size, I was impressed/saddened by the number of dangerous intersections in Flagstaff. ADOT has simply not been very active in improving cycling/pedestrian safety along its roads here. I see the remarkable facilities down in central and southern AZ (Sedona's new paths, Tucson and Phoenix's wide lanes) but we don't seem to get those here. We get many riders from south and central AZ here in the summer and they are taken aback by how poor the roads are. Only Lake Mary Road, which is difficult to access from town, has wide shoulders now, and only out as far as the first Mormon Lake road intersection. Oh, one other thing not mentioned in the study. Distracted drivers, especially by their phones, are a constant danger. Some cyclists also do this, but it is the car drivers that are most dangerous. How do we get enforcement of this?

1439 I am afraid to ride the bicycle lanes in Sedona. It's hard enough to drive 89A in your car, never mind riding your bicycle in the newly painted bicycle lanes. It's just too dangerous. People don't even use their blinkers, they are on their phones or they are just plain "old" and not paying attention. There are hardly any pedestrians on the sidewalks so why not ride your bicycle and stay safer riding the sidewalk. As a bicyclist you still have to be very watchful because people look only one way to get into or out of streets and businesses so you have be doubly careful crossiing intersections, as a pedestrian but more so as a bicyclist.

1440 This draft is a great improvment.

1441 Glad to hear thought and work are being invested to make bicycling, running, and walking a safe option. I want to ride to work but am afraid. Rode for many years, including the Tour of Tucson. Stopped due to the number of hit and runs, and apparent lack of penalty for drivers who hit bicyclists. Now driving an SUV to work. Thank you for your efforts to build infrastructure, educate, and protect.



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General Comments: 1442 Bicycles are dangerous to themselves and others when mixed with heavy motorized traffic. They need to be

separated. Bicycles and pedestrians need separated pathways to connect residential, commercial and recreation areas. Where bicycle and pedestrian traffic is light, they should share sidewalks and pathways rather than mixing with motorized traffic. ADOT recently installed many high-standard streetlights on both sides of Hwy. 89A in Sedona, when instead they should have installed half as many lights on shorter poles in center medians. The latter would have increased pedestrian and traffic safety, where the former did not. The lights make no difference in safety in daytime, when traffic is heaviest. Center medians are badly needed on West 89A in Sedona, ADOT did a fairly good job with medians and roundabouts on Hwy. 179, where there was little crossover use anyway. Now ADOT needs to do the same in West Sedona to provide safety day and night!

1443 There is an error the weighted average ranking of "1" under talbe 3 it should be " Improve education and awareness of all roadway user laws. (this is an excerpt from comment 76 below)

1444 Figure 11 does not represent the need in Oro Valley on SR-77. Oracle Road is our downtown from El Conquistador Way to Tangerine Road, in the future it will extend north to Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Our vision of Oracle Road in this area is fundamentally different that ADOT's. Residents want to be able to walk to the various destinations in this area. Many times they have requested pedestrian facilities only to be denied by ADOT. The Town requests a meeting with ADOT and their consultants to develop a specific plan that meets both of our needs. Please contact me at 520-229-4874 or [email protected]. There is an error the weighted average ranking of "1" under talbe 3 it should be " Improve education and awareness of all roadway user laws.

1445 Debris gathers in the bike lanes. Cyclists often ride on or near the white line to avoid these threats to their balance. Motor vehicles are forced into the next lane in order to provide adequate space for the cyclist's safety. Future bike lanes should be constructed with a curb between traffic and cyclists to deter traffic debris from being blown from the road into the bike lane and to keep the riders safely in the bike lane and the motorists safely in their travelling lane. We also desperately need such bike lanes along places like Picture Rocks Road, Twin Peaks, and Gates Pass where the road winds back and forth a great deal and drivers are blind coming around the curves and over the hills. I know it's expensive, but I think it would save lives.

1446 I appreciate this plan. Allowing for the recognition of the fact that transportation is more than just motor vehicles is excellent. Thank you!

1447 I appreciate the attention being given to this. It will encourage use of bicycles.

1448 Bicycle lanes are extremely important. They should be on every major road. Every day I risk my life by getting on my bike and riding to work. People die this way but I have to do it. I enjoy the excersise and I can't afford the gas, car maintanence and parking permit that are neccessary for driving. I am not a fan of most bicycle paths that are seperate from the roads. These usually wind around and are rarely efficient for someone wanting to ride 15mph. I would much rather just have roads be a couple feet wider to include a bicycle lane. Another big concern is getting drivers to watch for bicycles and to use their turn signals every single time. Perhaps cops could be encouraged to pull people over and issue warnings for making a turn without signaling.

1449 My rural community will need to be incentivized somehow to take such proactive steps. There is a small but not particularly influential movement while the rest of the community is content with the status quo.

1450 I started a campaign effort to bring awareness to the dangers of Milton Ave in Flagstaff. I have received over a 125 signatures, to implement a designated bike lane on this very busy main road. This is important for the safety and well-being of bikers and drivers. This dangerous main road currently deters many from using it to ride to work. By building a bike lane, bike commuting would increase. Let's be leaders in our Nation for setting healthy, environmentally conscious standards for bike commuting.

1451 Before we spend money on bike paths shouldent we finish sidewalks? (tucson)



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General Comments: 1452 As a driver on public roads, we have given bicyclists rights over drivers. On Pecos road, bicyclists dominate some

mornings in groups taking up right and left hand lanes with no thought to the danger to themselves or the liability put on the drivers of automobiles. Signs say, give the bicyclists 3 feet. They give automobiles none. Very, very dangerous situations because bicyclists could care less if they are in their white lane or not. They ride on streets in groups where there are no bicycle lanes stopping people in the right lanes from continuing. If they are going to take up part of our roads, they should have to have licences such as cars...I am much discouraged in their actions and the rights that have been given to them.


1454 Increase the penalty for hit-and-run to be more severe than a DUI, to close the DUI loophole exploited by people who know the law.

1455 I would to see future planning and construction of bicycle paths include some thought concerning the Handcycling community. I am an active handcyclist and I either cannot access portions of the new "Loop" around pima county or it is dangerous to do so. There was obviously no thought given to handcycles in the planning and construction. Because of this I am forced to ride on the roads instead of a safer bike path.

1456 People convicted of extreme DUI should have their driving priveleges permanently revoked until they can prove through a series of weekly or monthly blood and psychological tests that they no longer have a drinking problem. This is called the "idiot test" in Europe. People who refuse to submit to the breathalyzer/blood test should be given the same treatment (this prevents the legal loophole). Prohibit zoning laws that require minimum amounts of parking at bars. Requiring bars to provide free parking sends a mixed message about drinking and driving. Allow neighborhood electric vehicles on all roads, not just the ones with posted speed limits 35 mph and under. NEVs are safer for bicyclists and pedestrians.

1457 Please continue to prohibit motorized (combustion or electric) or motor assisted bicycles from ALL bike paths. They trave too fast and you cannot hear the electric bikes coming up on you. They can travel fast enough to use the roadways.

1458 Find a way, without spending unnecessary money.

1459 As a member of the Lake Havasu City parks Advisory Board, I have begun work on forming a committee to begin building the Havasu Trail. A 2006 traffic study by ADOT included just about everything that I have in mind. I had no idea that this was available until I talked to Parks Director Bart Wagner about building a trail around Lake Havasu City. The trail I envision would connect with the multi use path already in place along highway 95 thru our city. We have already been in talks with the BLM who controls most of the land around the city as well at Az. State Parks. I am wondering what ADOT can do to help with planning, funding and construction of the Havasu Trail. Thanks, Jim Rosensweet 928-486-9119 [email protected]

1460 I am looking forward to planning initiatives that making cycling and being a pedestrian easier, safer and more enjoyable in Arizona, and I hope that walking and cycling would continue to be seen as key parts of public health, the local economy, sense of place, civic/social engagement and sustainability in Arizona, which is frequently criticized for being a sprawling, inefficient and auto-dependent state. I am excited to see the creative and transformative solutions that planners, designers, engineers and construction teams will share with the community in order to increase quality of life in Arizona. I firmly believe endeavors like this one will be essential for revitalizing our economy and our sense of place or culture in addition to our public health, safety and well-being. Transportation encompasses much more than cars!

1461 The Rule "Give 3 ft. It is the Law" should be broadened to 5 ft. Everyone agrees that 5ft. is preferable. Arizona needs to make it the law. I would like to see Arizona pass a law that all motor vehicles including motorcycles need to have low beam lights on at all times day or night. Some vehicles automatically have the headlights turned on as soon as the car is started. From a bicyclists viewpoint, it makes the vehicle to the rear, regardless of the roadway, much more visible and in moving our of the bike lane or moving to a left hand lane for a turn, decreases the likelihood of an accident between a vehicle and a bicyclist.



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General Comments: 1462 My comments are based on providing seperate bicyle lane from vehicle traffic. My point is it will make drivers more at

ease when passing cylclist. Most importantly it will encourage more cylclist as they will feel safer having some physical seperation from traffic. I prefer to be further as to not having to breath all of the exhaust and associated dust (air borne particles) from vehicles.

1463 Consider the growing number of pedicabs/bicycle taxis/ and rickshaws in planning.

1464 If strategy 24 was Paved according to your guidlines above Rural Routes: ensure that they are installed to provide an area, provide as a minimum condition, a 4ft paved shoulder (5 ft wide from face of curb), with white strip at the edge of the vehicle lane, We get a Thousand to two thousand a day on our road. from everywhere.

1465 I think strategy five relative to sidewalk travel and statute clarification is very important. Many more bicycles could and would use low pedestrian, low traffic, sidewalk routes if sidewalks and sidewalk crosswalk connections were maintained better. Avoiding potholes and/or hitting big drops in sidewalks breaks spokes, is dangerous and discourages biking in these areas. 2 areas in Phoenix, from downtown west to the Capitol between Van Buren and Jefferson, and from downtown north to Thomas or even Camelback are areas that could accomodate and encourage lots more bicycle use if the routes and sidewalks were maintained better.

1466 Great alternative transportation is being recognized! Thanks!

1467 Continue to include these essential elements in your planning and design. Work to promote a livable, walkable, rideable community.

1468 We need a bike lane on the top of rio verde dr/ dynamite

1469 Drainage grates on roads need to be bike safe to that wheels cannot become lodged in grate causeing accident.

1470 We need more biking/walking paths that are separated from auto traffic. A separated path is always safer and more enjoyable than a lane on an existing auto roadway. I do not trust auto drivers will drive safely when I am biking on an auto roadway (even if we increased legal penalties). In addition, I would not trust a child bicyclist on an auto roadway (no amount of education will change the fact that children lack the maturity to bike safely on an auto roadway). As a taxpayer, I fully support spending tax revenues to increase biking/walking paths throughout AZ. We should invest tax revenues in converting abandoned rail lines into biking/walking paths.

1471 Looks like a great plan. Keep up the good work

1472 In Santa Cruz County, in North East Rio Rico, a bicycle /walking path is needed along Pendleton Road, from Rio Rico Drive, north the Camino Josephina. This is east of I19, but parallel to I19. The residents in that area have no biking or walking paths. A path would enable residents to travel to West Rio Rico and shopping areas there by bicycle. It would enable children and other residents to have opportunity for fitness walking that is impossible now. Please consider this path. It is truly needed. Jeremie Blanchard Roach 24 Ranchos del Rio Ct. Rio Rico, AZ., 85648 phone 320-413-0143

1473 I too ride a bike, but unlike the other bike riders, I dont ride double and tripple wide and slow down vehicle traffic on the roads, and especially roads going to the lakes. When you honk the horn to get by they flip you off and say that they have as much right to use the roads as you. They also ride down roads and when they come to a stop light they move into the turn lanes and hold up every one else instead of using the cross walks or the side of the road. If they use the roads like this, shouldent they have to pay for plates and insurance too. They act like all the motor vehicle owe them a freebe!!!?? What a mess you have made of the roads we have to use.

1474 Promoting motorist awareness is the biggest thing we can immediately do to enhance cyclist safety.



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General Comments: 1475 Sorry, for dumping my idea here, but I don't know where to put them. Since I'm not familiar with which organization is

responsible for what, I felt it would be better here. 1.) It is very dangerous for bicyclists to use automotive rules for movement and then seamlessly start using pedestrian rules. It is very dangerous, because I see them on the road and expect them to come to a stop or to not cross the intersection. They switch rules and start moving in a way that you would not expect on the road. My wish is that we can identify and enforce a set of rules on bicycles that would help motorists to anticipate the moves and actions of a bicyclist. I for one find it too dangerous to ride on the side of traffic and choose to ride on the sidewalk instead, especially when I have my kids with me. I believe that if the bicyclist is riding on the sidewalk he should follow pedestrian laws, and when riding on the street he should follow motorist laws. 2.) I would also like it if riding your bike on the road when there isn’t adequate space for vehicles to get around, was made illegal. The reasons for this seem obvious, but just as a point of emphasis. Recently, I was driving through an area that was performing shoulder work. The pedestrian walk way was on the north side of the road and there was no pedestrian walk way on the south side. Traveling east, several bicyclists were riding in the lane reducing all traffic to 20MPH. In the right conditions this would have been not just frustrating, but extremely dangerous. I’m certain that if I did the same thing in a car I would have been giving a ticket for being a danger to other motorists. 3.) I find it frustrating that we connect some many freeways and roads, but we do not take the care to join biking routes. For me to take my kids somewhere safe, where we can bike as a workout, I first have to drive my car to some place safe. This seems crazy to me. If we were serious about pollution, traffic, safety, obesity, and state appeal this would be corrected. Start thinking about the idea of providing a route, so that someone could ride from Surprise to Chandler without riding on a major road. I know it sounds crazy at first, but if it was a freeway we wouldn’t be questioning it at all, we would be considered ignorant if we didn’t have one. 4.) Lastly, I think we should take a look at hard curbing in addition to a white stripe to designate bike lanes. There are many roads where this would be fine. You could end the curbing as you approach intersections, and entrances, etc. Something similar to what has been done for the light rail system.

1476 Awesome plan. Please consider the bond issue to expedite some of this infrastructure change.

1477 any effort to encourage people to cycle or walk for sport or wellness is excellent. very supportive of your efforts and thank you for requesting input.

1478 I don't feel that any more of the tax payers money should be spent on bicycle or pedestrian issues untill the state and counties and cities can maintain the roads, highways and streets that already exist. The roads and streets in Tucson are a disaster. if ADOT has this much extra money to spend it should be spent to clean up the sides of the roads and keep the weeds cut down to help prevent fires.


1480 keep up the great work !!!

1481 As an urban bicyclist who commutes to work daily, I applaud this initiative and welcome accommodations to make my daily trip safer.

1482 The Valley area is behind the times as far as bicycle roadways. It would be wonderful to have areas where bicyclists could ride safely over long distances( it is not uncommon for a bicyclist to ride 100 miles or more) with minimal traffic contact. Extending the sides of roads for safer riding, or providing bike routes that provide long distances or connect common areas would increase bicycle safety. The Valley has a large number of outdoor athletes and attract triahtletes and cyclists from all over the world. There is a great need for paths that follow along major roadways or separrate bike paths. I believe this is the best way to increase safety instead of educating the public or employer incentives and so on.

1483 Most all of the plans will cost millions to do, and are not necessary. I always like the KISS method, just add bike lanes, all the extra cost of study, years will go by, nothing will be done. Just to add some pavement to the side of the major roads. I also know as planners, engineers , ect, this will never be done quite like that. I'm almost 70, they have been talking about this in Yuma for over 10 years, still nothing out of the city is done, all we need is a 4' strip of pavement added on one side of Frontage road, and some other roads. Yuma is a area where so many older people just don't care for all the government involvement in excess planning ect, but would ride a bike to Fry's if we could. Just put some pavement strips down. I do THANK YOU for asking, I truly could not comment on much of the above, just way to much.



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General Comments: 1484 I know there has been a recent study for Inter-city ttravel recently. I had an idea that has been marketed by a texas

company. "Car sleds" on a magnetic elevated track, like a bullet train. It is way cheap and way clean to transport cars using magnetic sleds. The plans use an elevated track which is placed above the existing highwaymedian so there is no new land to be purchased. The cars load and the owner rides and the sled travels over 100 mph. So you are an hour to tucson, you have a car when you get there. there are no accidents because it is all regulated. It is @ $30 per hundred miles. You don't have to concentrate to drive. it is done for you. It is genius. However, I have seen no one pick up on the idea. Here to Tucson, here to LA here to San Diego, it would beperfect.

1485 Installing lights or signals at crosswalks that are not located at an intersection light especially in low light areas.

1486 People walking should have the right-a way over bycicles. Bikers should get out of the way of a person on foot. Bikers should be arrested for going through stop sign & the fine should equal the fine and schooling required of a person going with a car who goes through a red lite !!!!

1487 1. Need better education of motorists re respecting bicycle lanes, not wandering onto them, etc. Many motorists routinely drive along å over these marked lanes thinking apparently that they are just fog lines.

1488 Do as much work as possible to keep bicycles on sidewalks and off the roads. Sidewalks are the safe place to ride bicycles. Both children and adults get killed riding bicycles on roads no matter how much we try to make it safe for them to be on the road.

1489 Please clarify state statutes on electric motor or gasoline motor assisted bicycles and mopeds. What requires a motorcycle operator's license and registration and which do not. Also which requires insurance.

1490 3rd street bike path needs paving in Sam Huges neigborhood. Also, some N/S street are difficult to get across because there are no signals

1491 Goal #3, Table 1, 8 appears to count miles of highway, including those that have a rumble strip in the 4 feet, as miles with a paved shoulder. Miles should only count if the effective riding surface is 4 feet, without, the rumble. GREAT Document! I appreciate the hard work to get this done! Keep it up! Thank you for listening to cyclists and peds.

1492 As an avid bicycle rider for many years the one factor that makes me feel safer on the streets with heavy adjacent vehicular traffic is a 25 miles per hour speed limit that is regularly enforced. an example would be the stretch on Columbus between Broadway and 22nd in Tucson. Sharing a 25 mile per hour speed limit, all residential streets share in providing such a margin of safety and peace of mind for bicyclists but seldom is this seen as a major factor on streets that are main arteries for moving about in a motor vehicle. Bicycling in lanes where adjacent vehicular traffic is traveling in excess of 25 mile per hour is just plain scary and my recommendation is to plan bicycle paths with the afore mention speed limit. Incidentally there isn't even a designated bicycle lane on that stretch of Columbus but there is an Elementary School and the police regularly monitor for speeders. Thank you-- Antonio Gomez [email protected]

1493 ARE YOU EVER GOING TO SPEND A DIME FIXING THE ROADS WE ARE CURRENTLY DRIVING ON? I HAVE TO PUT THE SCREWS BACK IN MY SUNVISORS EVERY 60 DAYS BECAUSE THEY GET SHOOK OUT. JUST TAKE A DRIVE DOWN GRANT RD, 22ND ST, BROADWAY. WHY NOT FIX THESE STREETS THAT WE ARE DRIVING ON NOW DODGING GIANT HOLES AND CHUNKS OF PAVEMENT AND WE HAVE ALREADY PAID TAXES FOR THIS, BUT IT IS NOT BEING SPENT ON THAT. TUCSON'S STREETS LOOK LIKE A 3RD WORLD COUNTRY. THE STREETS IN MEXICO ARE BETTER THAN THE STREETS IN TUCSON. DON'T TAKE MY WORD FOR IT - TAKE A DRIVE DOWN THE MAIN STREETS IN TUCSON AND TAKE A LOOK AT ALL THE TRASH IN THE MEDIANS.

1494 Where no comments have been entered, it is agreed that the idea is welcomed. Thank you for your effort in making the state a safe place to ride!

1495 Thanks for planning better for bicycles and pedestrians, and for the opportunity to comment.

1496 The top of my list on making riding safer and thus more accessible would be wide and maintained shoulders. A policy that requires them on new construction, major resurfacing activities on existing roads coupled with new bike paths is highly desireable.



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General Comments: 1497 1. Provide positive barriers between bike lanes and high speed (> 45 mph) lanes. The diference in vehicle speeds is a

good indicator of crashes, and no bicyclist can pedal that fast. 2. Provide guidance / criteria for Design to establish construction methods on roadways with existing bike lanes - when & how to have Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) plans that can accomodate bikes, or close Work Zone to bike traffic... Generally there isn't enough Right of Way or budget provision to keep required minimums. My experience from another state is that both detours and closures are ignored, as are "Share the Road" signs, and the bikes slow traffic (revisit #1). Add the fact that many bicyclists out in the predawn / just after sunset do not have lights, or lights which do not comply with the motor vehicle code (not regulated by ARS / local law). Solutions may include a detailed temporary lighting plan (with pay item & budget).

1498 Enforcement, Enforcement, Enforcement...for all parties concerned. There should be STIFF fines for riding outside the lanes or making their own lane where none exists. There should be HUGE fines for riders that don't obey stop signs and just move continuously. Integrating human beings on a bicycle into automotive traffic is tantamount to murder. For those of us who follow the laws, much more needs to be done to prevent blatant abuse of the roadways. for those of us who do NOT follow the laws, much more needs to be done to prevent their blatant abuse of the roadways. Hands down, an errant biker will always lose the battle against a moving vehicle, yet they expect vehicles and vehicle drivers to have skills that they themselves will not show. If a biker turns into traffic and hits my vehicle, I am automatically in trouble no matter what happens to them. There must be more control on the rules of the road! PLEASE!!!!

1499 As stated above, There is a lack of education of drivers and cyclists of all kinds, that both cars and bikes are to follow the same traffic laws. I have been a cyclist for 30 years in Tucson. Many cyclist ride against traffic.Many cyclists run stop signs. Many drivers beleive that the law is that cyclist must yield to all vehicles at all times. They believe cyclist have no rights to use the road. EDUCATION for all users of the road will go a long way in making it safer.

1500 Although Arizona has been behind the curve when it comes to bicycle friendliness, it has made significant progress in this area for the last couple of decades and projects such as this will make it a safe and pleasant place to ride a bicycle.

1501 If the bicyclists want a bike lane then they need to adhere to staying within the boundary of that lane and not ride on the line or two abreast. I've seen this all too often in Sedona. Some make no attempt to move over within the lane when a car is approaching. It's like they own the road. Too bad this comment will fall on deaf ears but I had to make it.

1502 Yes. I am in complete support of providing safe access for bicycle riders. However, they need to be held to the same standards as automobile drivers. Currently, there is no licensing of bicycles to identify them should they violate traffic laws, which I have seen done more times than not. If bicyclists want auto drivers to share the road, the bicyclists need to obey all traffic laws. And if they violate a traffic law, they should be issued a ticket just as auto drivers are.

1503 It is very exciting to see so many good recommendations! Overall the report seems overly optimistic that if you build infrastructure and encourage people, people will come and use it more. There is some truth to that, but it is alarming to see that the car culture of Arizona is discussed very little. Safety improvements and added infrastructure will only do so much to improve the safety of pedestrians and cyclists, and the number of pedestrians and cyclists, when they don't feel culturally supported or welcomed. Drivers throw objects our their windows at cyclists and pedestrians, shout and gesture at them, run them off the road, and even celebrate when a cyclist is killed. All of this is done with a level of disrespect that is largely culturally acceptable. There are few cases of drivers actually being held meaninfully responsible for the injury, psychological trauma, or death of cyclists or pedestrians, which further supports these cultural norms. Meanwhile, if a motorcyclist gets injured, there is an emotional outpouring of support and outrage, and the only difference was that the motorcyclist is more culturally accepted because they are transported by a motorized vehicle. I don't see this report addressing the issue of the dangerous anti-cyclist and anti-pedestrian car culture of Arizona. How do you plan to encourage drivers to look at cyclists and pedestrians through a more culturally positive view. Drivers need to start seeing cyclists and pedestrians as dignified and valued people who are utilizing normal transportation, and not as outcasts of our society's dominant car culture. One approach would be to conduct a campaign that stresses that cyclists and pedestrians are normal people like everyone else. You could highlight doctors, kids, politicians, lawyers, chefs, teachers, grandparents, parents, etc, as normal people making a choice to bike or walk. As a driver, cyclist, and pedestrian, I see that as a huge incentive to make people safer while increasing use of non-motorized travel. Thank you!



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General Comments: 1504 I firmly believe that ALL bicycle riders that use the public roads and highways should be registered and insured. The

registration fees could be used for these type studies, as well as the construction of lanes, debris clean-up and maintenance of the bike paths. I believe that people should be encouraged to ride as long as the roadway they are on has been built to a standard that keeps the bicyclist as well as the other travelling public safe. I do not think auto and truck registrations should be used to build and maintain bike paths.

1505 I'd like to see a bike path built starting from Ahwatukee and follow Peco's/Rte 202 to the Chandler Fashion Mall and beyond, all the way down the length of 202 if possible. People would use it to commute to local work places. Cmon make it happen :) !! I won't commute by bike to my work due to numerous road hazards, with a bike path like that, I would !! Roger Spencer

1506 Riding a bicycle on public highways is one of the most dangerous activities an individual can be involved in regardless of their age. Also, paying gasoline taxes if for highways for motorized vehicles to use NOT bicycles. An individual wanting to use public highways to ride bicycles should pay an annual "usage fee" since they don't pay for the right to use the highway.

1507 East Valley is a dangerous place to commute on a bicycle, Make it safer and more folks will bicycle commute.

1508 Good Report. What is the Priority to increase the shoulder width for (Pine/Strawberry) Project ID's #22 & 23 on Table 17?

1509 How about a strategy that will accelerate federally-funded bike/ped projects for local jurisdictions through the ADOT approval and environmental/clearance process? Since Safety funding is being emphasized nationally, how about a strategy to provide highest priority for bike/ped safety projects, and likewise, accelerate these programs through the ADOT processes, so they can be constructed rapidly?

1510 I do not want any funds to expand the bike systems in any way. Again, while biking is good. The governments are spending money on things they should not be. Monies for all these expenses cost the taxpayer more and reduce the funds available for auto traffic lanes, etc.

1511 Again, I'm willing and available to help strategize solutions across teh atate of AZ. I'm a columnist for the Sierra Vista Herald, wherein I write about cycling safety. My e-mail: [email protected]. I'd be happy to be a part of any discussions that would better protect cyclists in Cochise County or Southern AZ. (Stu Carter. Cell: 520 220-8357. Address: 3318 Snead Drive, Sierra Vista, AZ 85650). I can also be found on Facebook: "Stu Carter" I'm a leading member of Cochise Bicycle Advocates, a member of FaceBook's Cochise County Cycling Community (CCCC), have an ADOT license to keep HW 90 clean between mile markers 325 and 326, and am the Founder and member of the USAF Cycling team.

1512 I just attempting to submit a survey to you, so you may get this in duplicate, but since I didn't fill in all the blanks, I wasn't sure how the info would get over to you. Sorry, for dumping my idea here, but I don't know where to put them. Since I'm not familiar with which organization is responsible for what, I felt it would be better here. 1.) It is very dangerous for bicyclists to use automotive rules for movement and then seamlessly start using pedestrian rules. It is very dangerous, because I see them on the road and expect them to come to a stop or to not cross the intersection. They switch rules and start moving in a way that you would not expect on the road. My wish is that we can identify and enforce a set of rules on bicycles that would help motorists to anticipate the moves and actions of a bicyclist. I for one find it too dangerous to ride on the side of traffic and choose to ride on the sidewalk instead, especially when I have my kids with me. I believe that if the bicyclist is riding on the sidewalk he should follow pedestrian laws, and when riding on the street he should follow motorist laws.



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General Comments: 1513 2.) I would also like it if riding your bike on the road when there isn’t adequate space for vehicles to get around, was

made illegal. The reasons for this seem obvious, but just as a point of emphasis. Recently, I was driving through an area that was performing shoulder work. The pedestrian walk way was on the north side of the road and there was no pedestrian walk way on the south side. Traveling east, several bicyclists were riding in the lane reducing all traffic to 20MPH. In the right conditions this would have been not just frustrating, but extremely dangerous. I’m certain that if I did the same thing in a car I would have been giving a ticket for being a danger to other motorists.

1514 3.) I find it frustrating that we connect some many freeways and roads, but we do not take the care to join biking routes. For me to take my kids somewhere safe, where we can bike as a workout, I first have to drive my car to some place safe. This seems crazy to me. If we were serious about pollution, traffic, safety, obesity, and state appeal this would be corrected. Start thinking about the idea of providing a route, so that someone could ride from Surprise to Chandler without riding on a major road. I know it sounds crazy at first, but if it was a freeway we wouldn’t be questioning it at all, we would be considered ignorant if we didn’t have one.

1515 4.) Lastly, I think we should take a look at hard curbing in addition to a white stripe to designate bike lanes. There are many roads where this would be fine. You could end the curbing as you approach intersections, and entrances, etc. Something similar to what has been done for the light rail system.

1516 Hi Mr. Sanders, I hope I am not too late to submit this suggestion: Debris gathers in the bike lanes. Cyclists often ride on or near the white line to avoid these threats to their balance. Motor vehicles are forced into the next lane in order to provide adequate space for the cyclist's safety. Future bike lanes should be constructed with a curb between traffic and cyclists to deter traffic debris from being blown from the road into the bike lane and to keep the riders safely in the bike lane and the motorists safely in their travelling lane. We also desperately need such bike lanes along places like Picture Rocks Road, Twin Peaks, and Gates Pass where the road winds back and forth a great deal and drivers are blind coming around the curves and over the hills. I know it's expensive, but I think it would save lives.

1517 In going forward with the ADOT bicycle and pedestrian plan update; I would like you and ADOT to know that bicycle lanes on Milton ave in Flagstaff should take priority in the planning update. I have started a petition and its received over a 100 signatures outlining the needs and wants of the Flagstaff community. I have attached a PDF copy of the petition, which I started back in December 2012. Please review this petition, and please take into consideration everyone that wants to see designated bicycle lanes on Milton ave. Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing about the plan updates as they progress.



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General Comments: 1518 I said as much via surveymonkey, but it seems very important to fix ARS 28-667 (or its application) to ensure usable

crash data. Yesterday, I (finally) heard back from Sue Olson, informing me that a report of a life-threatening crash on Cave Creek Road was never received by ADOT: http://azbikelaw.org/contrib/records/done/adot-crashes-source-code.pdf Draft Final Summary: p99: "Marked crosswalks along" should be "alone". Appendix D. ACR#23: maneuver/action: For consistency with its "recomended change", "discussion": "does not emphasize to PD that .. also applies to cyclists" should say: "does not emphasize to PD that .. DOES NOT APPLY" http://www.azdot.gov/Highways/traffic/Standards/PGP/PGP910.pdf PGP910: I believe the opening sentence is technically wrong; unmarked/"implied" crosswalks exist at "connections" of sidewalks, and at "prolongations" of sidewalks (the 2nd half was added by the AZ legislature in 1983 to specifically handle the case of implied crosswalks across the continuing road of a T intersection). If neither road has sidewalks on one side, then an implied crosswalk does not exist. http://www.azleg.state.az.us/ars/28/00601.htm I'm not sure why this is so phrased in such a complicated way (it's consistent with UVC); I'm guessing the idea is that pedestrians have the ROW at "urban" intersections, but not at other locations. And that sidewalks are common in urban locations and less common elsewhere. But why not just say "urban areas" then? Or as is done in ARS 28-856 "within a business or residence district". Or just give peds the ROW at every unsignalled intersection. If it's too complicated, it won't be enforced, or it will be enforced incorrectly. In Flagstaff, a police officer told me that it was illegal for a person to cross a street outside of a marked crosswalk. (That statement is wrong on two counts). http://www.azdot.gov/highways/Roadway_Engineering/Roadway_Design/Guidelines/Manuals/PDF/RoadwayDesignGuidelines.pdf RDG 408.11A.13: I'm critical of a "bicycle buffer" which exists on only the near side of an intersection. Most crashes involve turning movements, which are concentrated at intersections. A buffer to the left of an RTO lane may help discourage incorrect lane position of through cyclists, reducing 'right-hook' crashes. However, it may also increase the risk of left hooks. IMHO, a bicyclist should typically move left out of any shoulder/BL/buffer preceding a big intersection (such as those justifying an RTO lane). Working paper #2 p56: The flagstaff police have a poor record WRT bicyclist enforcement; Ed can give a more objective summary than I can. http://azbikelaw.org/blog/the-flagstaff-chronicles/ WP#2 p67: the flagstaff FUTS map fails to distinguish between "shoulder" and "bike lane".



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General Comments: 1519 Dear ADOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program,

Specifically to Flagstaff and other higher-elevation locations in the State, we recommend guidance in the Plan for appropriately plowing roadway shoulders to allow for safe bicycle operation as soon as possible after storms. Measures to address the need for clearing cinders as soon as possible should be included, as excessive cinders accumulate along the shoulders of State highways creating unsafe conditions for cycling. Additionally, including parkways along State highways in urban areas provide room for snow to be piled in larger storms, thus allowing more thorough clearing of the shoulders and safer bicycle travel. We support revising the ARS to give bicyclists riding on a sidewalk or in a crosswalk the same rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian as this would bring clarification to an issue that has presented itself on numerous occasions in Flagstaff. We do not support the further requirement that bicycles travel no faster than a speed appropriate for pedestrian travel as this is confusing, open to arbitrary interpretation and is unnecessary in many instances. We would like to see an additional ARS revision that clarifies bicyclists’ rights and duties on multi-use pathways. A major example of the need for this is the Route 66 Flagstaff Urban Trail Path. This path is adjacent to a major roadway with several intersections. Since it is not a sidewalk per se, it is not included in the currently recommended ARS revisions for bicycles on sidewalks. Since State Highways often bisect communities, are typically very wide and contain a high volume of vehicle traffic, they tend to create a barrier to travel for bicyclists and pedestrians. Recommendation within the plan for crosswalks at all legs of intersections and other traffic control devices to ease the ability to cross these roadways would mitigate the impediment to travel created by these roads. We would like to see use of stronger language overall in this document. As currently written, bicycle and pedestrian facilities are only to be considered when building or rebuilding State Highways. We would like the Plan to require that new planning or rebuilding of State roads include bicycle and pedestrian facilities as appropriate.

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