[MissoulaGov] Bicycles On the Sidewalk of course...Re: MissoulaGov Digest, Vol 44, Issue 8

[David V. Gray]

Good Points Jonathan,

 

Can you make a really cool looking sign that would be more than a traffic
symbol?  I am thinking something in line with the Great Harvest Yep and Nope
sign.   It gets the point across but is not boring.

 

I agree with you as well on the Phillips Street vehicle/bike "killers" that
were installed.   What was city engineering thinking (of lack there of) with
the design of the median concrete obstacles.   I am a big supporter of
Bulb-outs for pedestrian safety and have designed and installed some for
developments in town.  The very poorly thought out versions of bulb outs
installed this summer has turned into a spectacular example of cost over
function.  City Engineering should have  looked at what makes the bulb outs
safe for vehicles, bikes and pedestrians more closely before installing them
this summer.  I think Stephens is a great example of how to design a good
multi model traffic system. (The lighting not included)  I ride my bike down
and across it every day in the summer with my children.   It has adequate
room for bikes and cars but still provides a safe means of crossing for
Pedestrians.  City Engineering can pat them selves on the back for that
street.   Why is it so hard to replicate across town is the issue that is
confounding me.

 

Sincerely,

David V. Gray

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