Agenda Date: 05/05/2020
Subject:
Title
Resolution 37-2020: Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Littleton and the Colorado Department of Transportation for reimbursement of costs associated with the Downtown Littleton Raised Pedestrian Crossings
Body
Prepared by:
Brent Thompson, City Engineer
PURPOSE:
To approve an Intergovernmental Agreement between the City of Littleton and the Colorado Department of Transportation for reimbursement of costs associated with the Downtown Littleton Raised Pedestrian Crossings
PRESENTATIONS:
Staff Presenter(s): Brent Thompson, City Engineer
Additional Presenter(s): N/A
SUMMARY:
Pedestrian volume is high throughout Downtown Littleton. While most crosswalks are located at intersections where drivers typically expect to encounter pedestrians, depending on proximity, preferred routes, and elements competing for drivers' attention at intersections, mid-block crossings can be good supplements to accommodate pedestrians. However, mid-block crossings are less common and therefore drivers may not be anticipating pedestrians at these locations. As such, mid-block crossings must be clearly visible to drivers, including proper signing and striping. In certain cases, such crossings even require additional enhancements to increase driver awareness and improve pedestrian safety. Enhancements can include flashing beacons, pedestrian signals, raised crossings, or even grade separation.
This project will construct three raised pedestrian crossings in Downtown Littleton. These three raised pedestrian crossings are located at Main Street north of Bega Park, at Alamo Avenue South of Bega Park, and at Prince Street at Little's Creek Trail. All three of these crossings are currently at-grade mid-block crossings.
PRIOR ACTIONS OR DISCUSSIONS:
This project has not previously been discussed with city council.
ANALYSIS:
Staff Analysis
Pedestrian safety through the city is critical and is highlighted as part of th...
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