Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutTriangle Trail Project Update_TCC Project Update and Comment Opportunities January 21, 2021 The Triangle Trail Plan project has advanced and will be publishing the first draft plan by early March 2021. The draft plan is informed by stakeholder focus groups, public engagement through a virtual open house, steering committee input and national standards on trail design and development. One of the focus groups focused on transportation infrastructure and planning and included departments from Bozeman, Belgrade, Gallatin County and MDOT. Through the focus groups and open house, the following themes were identified and are guiding the plan framework. Trail System  Connecting communities, neighborhoods and places • Tiered approach of, and commuter pathways, connector trails and neighborhood trails • Completing missing segments of trails corridors • Provide for equity and diversity of users • Design for low user conflicts • Create a system that can have year-round use Safety • Create opportunities to have trails Separated from traffic • Consider standards for road crossings, adequate sight distance and lighting • Provisions for maintenance must include regular sweeping and snow removal • Create trails that are safe and welcoming to all users, addressing the specific concerns of women and people of color Inclusivity • Consistent wayfinding for unity across jurisdictions • Education signs for the types of uses / customs • Maps, distances and destinations • Multiple languages – inclusion and welcoming • Smart phone application integrated • Benches, water, trash and recycling, interpretation and toilets Standards • Create standards for trail development and adopt these to ensure connectivity and consistency across jurisdictions • Standard details for different trail types, Intersections and street crossings • Stream and ditch setback standards • Provide consistent wayfinding • Include standards for amenities such as, benches, water, trash and recycling, and toilets • Include standards for landscaping, aesthetics, nature and gardens Implementation • Plan will establish priorities, recommended policies and regulations • Trail construction should be integrated with subdivision development • Commuter and connector trails will need to be funded from a variety of sources • Construction and maintenance funding sources should be identified There will be sneak peek presentations on the draft plan at the following meetings:  Planning Coordination Committee: February 9, 2021 3:30pm  Pedestrian and Traffic Safety Committee: February 10, 2021 12:00pm  Bozeman Bicycle Advisory Board: February 10, 2021 6:00pm  Bozeman Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: February 11, 2021 6:30pm In early March, the draft plan will be published at www.triangletrailplan.com with opportunities for public review and comment.