Richardson | February 2023

TRANSPORTATION UPDATES

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ONGOING PROJECTS

ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN Richardson’s proposed bike network would include 141 miles of trails, with 87 miles of bike trails already existing. Once completed, 63% of roadways would include dedicated bike/trail facilities.

Richardson is aiming to improve trac signals across the city.

New miles of bike trails

Total miles of bike trails 141

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Richardson City Council discussed the Active Transportation Plan’s expected improvements to biking infrastructure during a Feb. 6 meeting.

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Richardson looks to expand biking infrastructure Richardson ocials are looking to add future transportation projects to improve nonvehicle travel across the city as part of its upcoming Active Transportation Plan. eyeing include adopting bike-share programs, improving access to those covered by the Americans with Dis- abilities Act, creating safe routes to schools and scheduling community walks/rides. According to Project Manager The plan, which builds on a pre-existing Bicycle Facilities and Trailways Plan, is designed to con- nect o- and on-street infrastructure to increase nonvehicle accessibility. It integrates multiple forms of trans- portation, with the aim of creating safe bike trails, making regional connections and eliminating biking network gaps. Other measures city ocials are Christian Lentz, 96% of Richardson residents would be able to access the active transportation network within a ve-minute walk. “[These] initiatives will generate an environment for walking, bicycling and using assisted-mobility devices that are an integrated component of our transportation system,” Project Manager Daniel Herrig said.

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