Outcomes of the First Community Meeting

Thanks to all who attended the November Community Workshop. Over 20 citizens attended the public event on November 13^th at Hofert Hall. We received valuable feedback about opportunities, challenges and goals for the Master Plan. Information gathered from the event will feed into recommendations that will be included into the Plan.

The evening’s agenda allowed participants to identify their vision and goals for the future of the Valley’s street system and non-motorized network. Major ideas and topics consisted of design, user education and safety, connections and new projects and programs. Click on the link at left to download and review a summary of the workshop.

Design

Preserving the rural character of the Valley
Improving trailheads
Providing dedicated non-motorized facilities such as off-street bike lanes
Providing sharrows for equestrians
Designing streets and trails that minimize impacts to the environment and reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions
Addressing maintenance needs

User Education and Safety

Focusing on safety
Creating a signage and wayfinding system
Creating an education and public engagement campaign
Improving communication among local businesses

Connections

Creating well-connected transportation networks
Connecting to the rim trail
Making connections to the valley floor

New Projects and Programs

Creating loop routes around lakes
Developing the Rathbone Creek Trail
Considering a bike sharing program
Considering an electric shuttle