BICYCLE MASTER PLAN
The Santa FE MPO Transportation Policy Board Approved the Bicycle Master Plan at their meeting on April 12th, 2012. The Document is being finalized with the approved edits and will be available shortly.
DRAFT METROPOLITAN BICYCLE MASTER PLAN
RELEASED FO PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT
The Santa Fe MPO has released the Draft Santa Fe Metropolitan Bicycle Master Plan for a 30-day formal Public Review and Comment Period.
The Metropolitan Bicycle Master Plan is for the Santa Fe metropolitan area. This Plan will serve to coordinate investments in trails and roads, establish common guidelines for design, construction and maintenance, and develop shared strategies on education, enforcement and encouragement of bicycling as a transportation choice in the Santa Fe area.
DRAFT BICYCLE MASTER PLAN – March 2012 [12.2Mb in Size]
Bikeways and Trails Map – 2012 [6.5MB in Size]
Appendix 1: Public Presentations, Meetings, and Field Visits
Appendix 2: Bicycle Planning in the Santa Fe MPO Area
Appendix 3: Selected Elements of City Code, Chpt 1, Supporting Bicycle Transportation
Appendix 4: MPO Complete Streets Resolution
Appendix 5: Bicycle Crash Data for the Santa Fe MPO Area, 2004-2008
Appendic 6: Assessment of On-Road Bicycle Facilities in the Santa Fe MPO Area
Appendix 7: Assessment of Multi-use Trails in the Santa Fe MPO Area
Appendix 8: Assessment of Bike Route Guidance in the Santa Fe MPO Area
Appendix 9: Bicycle Master Plan Goals and Recommendations
Appendix 10: Proposed Policy Approach with Regard to ADA and Multi-use Trails
Appendix 11: Best Practices/Latest Practices
Appendix 12: Prioritization of Trail Segments and Crossing Improvements
Appendix 13: Agency Responsibilities
Appendix 14: Bikeway Projects Anticipated through Private Development
Appendix 15: References
Hard Copies of the document can be reviewed at the Public Libraries or the MPO Offices located at 120 S. Federal Place, Room 321
PUBLIC INPUT MEETINGS
Saturday March 24, 10:00am – 12:00pm [Presentation @ 10:30am]
Santa Fe Trails Conference Room, 2931 Rufina Street
Thursday March 29th, 5:00pm – 7:00pm [Presentation @ 5:30pm]
Santa Fe Main Library Community Room, 145 Washington Ave.
Public Comment on the Draft Plan will be accepted at the above meetings or can be submitted in writing through April 9th, 2012 to:
Email: Keith Wilson, MPO Senior Planner 505-955-6706
or Mail: Keith Wilson, MPO Senior Planner, P.O. Box 909, Santa Fe, NM 87504
The Bicycle Master Plan is Sceduled to be Presented to the MPO Transportation Policy Board for Approval at a Public Hearing on Thursday April 12th, 2012 @ 4:00PM.
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CITIZEN ADVISORY GROUP (CAG)
This working group has provided guidance and specific input into the development of the Bicycle Master Plan.
NEXT CAG MEETING
Tuesday March 20th, 5:30 – 7:30PM
Downtown Library Community Room
145 Washington St, Santa Fe
At this meeting the Draft Bicycle Master Plan will be Presented.
September 20th Meeting Outline
July 19th Meeting Outline
June 14th Meeting Outline
March 16th CAG Meeting Notes
March 16th CAG Meeting Handouts
For more Information Contact:
Keith Wilson Tim Rogers
MPO Senior Planner Project Consultant
505-955-6706 505-629-5647
kpwilson@santafenm.gov timro@hotmail.com
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PRELIMINARY DRAFT BICYCLE MASTER PLAN
As the Bicycle Master Plan document was being developed draft sections were released for review by the Citizen Advisory Group and any other interested parties. Review and feedback has been welcomed and encouraged by all who are interested.
A Preliminary Draft of the whole document has now been produced which can be downloaded at the link below. This is an informal opportunity to provide input. This Preliminary Draft was reviewed by the Citizen Advisory Group at their October 18th Meeting. At the end of February 2012 an official draft of the document will be finalised and released for a formal public review period. It is expected that the finalized BMP will be presented for approval by the MPO Transportation Policy Board at their April 12th, 2012 Meeting.
Preliminary Draft Document 09/14/11 [pdf 3.3Mb in Size]
Preliminary Draft Appendices 09/20/11 [pdf 1.8Mb in Size]
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BIKEWAYS MAPPING PROJECT
The Bikeways Mapping Project was conducted during the first phase in the development of the Bicycle Master Plan. The project identifies a system of major multi-use paths and significant roadways that may comprise an “arterial bikeway” system in the MPO area. Possible improvements to these bikeways, and connections to them and between them, are being analyzed and prioritized with respect to each segment’s contribution toward system connectivity, anticipated local demand basedon land use, specific safety advantages, and feasibility. A list of priorities for trail and road improvements will be finalized during the development of the Master Plan.
Bikeway Mapping Presentation Slides [pdf file 12MB in Size]
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SANTA FE BIKEWAYS & TRAILS MAP
The Santa Fe MPO seeks to make bicycling a safer and more convenient form of everyday transportation for citizens and visitors. Santa Fe is an ideal bicycling environment due to its compact size, moderate terrian, and pleasant weather. A bicyle offers an alternative travel choice for those concerned about the environment, and requires relatively little infrastructure. In addition, bicyles can have travel times comparable with automobiles for short distances and are less expensive to own and operate than automobiles.
The Santa Fe Bikeways and Trails Map was created through public input to show the perceived suitability of on-street facilities for bicycling. The conditions at specific locations are subjective, always changing, and may vary from what is shown on the map. Please use the map as a community-based guidance to help you select a bicycling route that meets your needs and skill level. Always use caution to evaluate the current roadway conditions.
To view or download the map select the links below:
Bikeways and Trails Map – 2012 [6.5MB in Size]
Bikeways Information [6.5MB in Size]
(Regional Map, Transit Info, Cycling Tips, etc. contained on back side of map)
This Map has been printed and will become available at the MPO Offices, Libraries, Bike Shops, Tourist Visitor Bureau and other outlets during the week of May 14th (Bike to Work Week). Maps will also be available at the City of Santa Fe’s Bike to Work Day Celebration on Friday May 18th.
Bikeways and Trails Map – 2009 [1Mb in Size]
Bikeways Information [0.8Mb in Size]
(contained on back side of map)
Contact
Keith Wilson, MPO Senior Planner
505-955-6706
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