Task 6 – Design and Signage Standards

Task 6 – Design and Signage Standards
Bicycle and pedestrian planning continues to be an evolving process in the U.S. In recent years,
several innovative designs have emerged as effective treatments to calm traffic and improve road
safety. For example, innovative treatments such as Sharrows, colored bike lanes, back-in angled
parking, and the pedestrian HAWK signal have been tested and adapted for local application
throughout the U.S. Fehr & Peers will provide the City with information on new design treatments
for consideration. Based on feedback from City staff, we will develop a set of Design Guidelines
to include innovative bicycle treatments with graphics and specifications, as well as examples of
best practices.
Throughout this process we will be available to discuss various applications of innovative designs
that are not addressed in the Caltrans Highway Design Manual, AASHTO, and Manual on
Uniform Traffic Control Devices. We will develop user friendly materials for both private
developers and City staff to help ensure that bicyclists are routinely provided for in all new
construction and retrofit projects. Our demonstrated knowledge of design standards and
innovations both in California and throughout the United States positions us to provide sound,
flexible standards to assist City staff in the Plan implementation.

Fehr & Peers will also develop overall directional and destination signage standards that conform
with established norms in other similar communities such as Oakland, CA.

Deliverable(s): Bicycle Design Guidelines.