Minnetonka Boulevard - City of St. Louis Park

B i k e s u P P o r t F A c i l i t i e s
Providing adequate bicycle facilities
promotes bicycle commuting as well
as increased recreational use. When
effectively partnered with public
transit, the bicycle offers a greater
diversity of transportation options.
“The installation of secure bicycle
parking at transit stops, combined
with targeted bicycle facility
investments...can be expected to
increase suburban transit use
significantly in many communities.”
National Walking & Biking Study
FHWA (1992)
Some specific examples of bike support facilities include:
Bicycle Repair / Retail Shop
• Repair & Maintenance Services
• Bicycle sales
• Parts & gear
Vertical Storage Racks
• Provides increased storage capacity in small areas
Bike Shelter
• Provides protection from the elements
• May be accompanied by kiosks, maps, signage, advertising, etc.
Custom Bike Racks
• Add to street interest & complement streetscape
Bike Lockers
• Provided on a rental basis
• Available at many Park & Ride and downtown locations
Bike-Share
• Partnerships with health care companies to provide bicycles
& kiosks
• Bicycle use is free, with credit card deposit
• Bicycles can be checked out and returned to any kiosk
throughout the area, but are required to be returned within 24
hours of checkout
• Kiosks are electronic (some solar-powered) and require no
attendant
Bike-Transit Center
• Provide secure parking with on-duty attendant.
• Bicycle related retail, rental, repair, and share/loan programs
• Bicycling and transit information center
• Potential for changing room and/or shower facilities
• Incorporates public art and state-of-the-art technology
M i n n e t o n k a B o u l e v a r d ( C o . R o a d 5 )
D e s i g n P l a n
October, 2008
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