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AcknowledgmentsThe creation of this plan has been a true community effort. We would not have been ableto create this plan without the support from all of those who attended the first Walking andBiking Summit, those who participated in the subsequent workshops, and those who submittedcomments and feedback on the draft plan.We would also like to extend our gratitude to those who served on the Department AdvisoryCommittee that guided the development of the plan:Michael Martin Elaine Rees Tyler BurgessSue Wolling Hans Kuhn Barbara NicholsSusan Stumpf Allen Heaman Bob KlineDavid Hinkley Katja Heide Ann JensenDave KlegerRonnel CurryDeveloped by:With support from:City of Eugene Transportation Planning TeamActing City Manager: Angel JonesRob Inerfeld Cindy Clarke Public Works Director: Kurt CoreyLee Shoemaker David Roth City Engineer: Mark SchoeningLindsay SelserCommunity Planning Workshop, University of OregonSarah Coates Tracy Rogan Andrea SparksMatt Peterson Joy Gipson Bethany JohnsonRyan Ojerio Ray Neff Bob ParkerPhotos: City of Eugene, Vern Rogers, and Community Planning WorkshopEmail: peoplepower@ci.eugene.or.uswww.eugene-or.gov/walkbikeU n i ver s i t y o f O r e g o n

ContentsI. Why Create a Plan? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Purpose 5TransPlan and its relation to this Strategic Plan 7Related Plans 8Methodology 9II. What are Our Priorities? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Goals, Strategies and Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13III. How do We Make it Happen? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Community Members and Organizations 28Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) 29Organization Acronyms and Contact Information for Strategies and Actions . . . .31Chapter Contents I.

I. Why Create a Plan?Eugene is a place where walking and biking are integral tothe community’s culture, where the city’s livability, sustainability and overallquality of life are enhanced by more people walking and biking, and wherethese activities are safe, convenient and practical options for everyone.Eugene has a history of thinking and acting boldly around walking andbiking issues, and we want to continue that legacy. Our city has milesof off-street walking and biking paths and more bridges across theWillamette River for pedestrians and cyclists than for cars. Although we dohave an extensive biking and walking infrastructure and numerous communitybiking and walking organizations, Eugene does not currently have a strategicplan dedicated to getting more people out walking and biking. In fall 2006,the City of Eugene and the community embarked on this strategic planningprocess.PurposeThe goal of this 5-year Strategic Plan is to forge a path for Eugene to follow,in becoming a more walkable and bikeable city. This plan is not a regulatoryplan and will not be adopted as policy by the Eugene City Council. Nor isit a capital improvement plan that details the cost of specific infrastructureimprovements. Instead, it is a guide for City staff, community members, andorganizations to use as they work toward a common vision.Eugene currently has:• 5 bike/pedestrianbridges over theWillamette River• 81 miles of on-streetbike lanes• 33 miles of off-streetpaths• 21 miles of signedbike routes• 621 miles ofsidewalksI. Why Create a Plan?

To make this vision a reality, the plan identifies goals, strategies and actions thatare tangible and achievable within the next five years. Actions address not onlythe pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure but other elements that impact walkingand biking – such as safety, education, encouragement and funding.This plan supports the community’s efforts toward addressing sustainabilityand the challenges of global climate change. A recent greenhouse gas inventoryidentified transportation as the single greatest source of greenhouse gas emissionsin Eugene. It furthers the community’s goals of equity - a truly walkable andbikeable city is more equitable because senior citizens, people with disabilities,and children and youth will have the same mobility opportunities as the drivingpopulation. Moreover, a walkable and bikeable city supports active lifestyles andwill improve overall community health.The Plan is intended to be used in several ways:1) To involve the community in a concerted, structured effort to improve theexperience of walking and biking in Eugene;2) To guide City of Eugene Transportation Planning Team staff and otherCity staff in their work to make Eugene more walkable and bikeable; and3) To coordinate the activities and programs of many different organizations,non-profit agencies, and government agencies that promote walking andbiking in Eugene.The plan is a tool to create new partnerships between community organizations,the City of Eugene, local businesses, and pedestrians and bicyclists and builda more livable, active, sustainable, engaged and equitable city. Communitymembers have already demonstrated their commitment to the plan’s visionby actively participating in workshops, summits, and a departmental advisorycommittee. These next five years will be exciting as we work to make the visionof this plan a reality.NOTE: This plan uses the words walking andpedestrian broadly. These terms include walking,running, skateboarding, rollerblading, and the use ofwheelchairs, mobility scooters, and other formsof non-motorized transportation.Biking includes the use of all forms of nonmotorized,wheeled transportation.

TransPlan and its relation to thisStrategic PlanTransPlan is the transportation component of theEugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area GeneralPlan (Metro Plan). Adopted in 2001, the policies inTransPlan are designed to support Metro Plan goalsand land use patterns by addressing transportation inthe metropolitan area.Specific pedestrian and bicycle-related policies withinTransPlan call for improving Eugene’s bikeway system,constructing bike lanes, increasing connectivity,implementing bicycle and shared-use facility projects,and constructing sidewalks on all new urban streets.Projects within TransPlan are updated periodically andas they are completed.The Pedestrian and Bicycle Strategic Plan is notdesigned to replace or be a substitute for TransPlan.TransPlan serves as the adopted Transportation SystemPlan for the city and is where infrastructure projectsthat benefit pedestrians and bicyclists are identifiedand prioritized. Transplan will continue to be thehome of future bicycle and shared use infrastructureproject lists. Future TransPlan updates will provideopportunities for public input on making changes tothe infrastructure project list.The purpose of the Pedestrian and Bicycle StrategicPlan is to take a comprehensive look at how Eugenecan become a more walkable and bikeable city.Developing walking and biking infrastructure is onlyone way to accomplish this vision. The City andcommunity organizations must also look at education,marketing, and outreach to encourage people to usethe infrastructure.This Strategic Plan directly links to TransPlanthrough Strategy 4.2: Improve pedestrian and bicycleinfrastructure connectivity. Within this strategy, Action4.2.3 calls for creating an implementation strategyfor TransPlan bicycle and pedestrian projects thatincludes early phases of project development andcommunity outreach. The Bicycle and PedestrianAdvisory Committee (BPAC), developed as a result ofTransPlan Pedestrian & BicyclePolicies:Bikeway System and Support FacilitiesConstruct and improve the region’sbikeway system and provide bicyclesystem support facilities for both newdevelopment and redevelopment/expansion.Bikeways on Arterials and CollectorsRequire bikeways along new andreconstructed arterial and majorcollector streets.Bikeway Connections to New DevelopmentRequire bikeways to connect newdevelopment with nearby neighborhoodactivity centers and major destinations.Implementation of Priority Bikeway MilesGive funding priority (ideally withinthe first 3 to 5 years after adoption ofTransPlan subject to available funding)to stand-alone bikeway projects that areincluded in the definition of “PriorityBikeway Miles” and that increase theuse of alternative modes.Pedestrian EnvironmentProvide for a pedestrian environmentthat is well integrated with adjacentland uses and is designed to enhancethe safety, comfort, and convenienceof walking.Continuous and Direct RoutesProvide for a continuous pedestriannetwork with reasonably direct travelroutes between destination points.SidewalksConstruct sidewalks along urban areaarterial and collector roadways, exceptfreeways.www.lcog.org/transplan/Chapter I. Why Create I. a Plan?

this strategic plan will work with staff to prioritize projects listed in TransPlanfor implementation. This would provide for more public involvement than theCity currently has in determining which projects are constructed each year. Theadvisory committee would also likely take a leadership role in the pedestrian andbicycle aspects of a future TransPlan update.Related PlansThe actions in this Strategic Plan are consistent with policies and guidance ofother plans that relate to walking and biking in Eugene including:Oregon Transportation Plan (OTP)The OTP is the statewide set of policies, goals and strategies that addresses stateruntransportation systems and guides regional and local transportation systemplans. Under OTP are many separate plans, such as the Oregon Pedestrian andBicycle Plan, that provide more specific policy direction.Oregon Pedestrian and Bicycle PlanThe Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) published the OregonBicycle and Pedestrian Plan in 1995 and is in the process of revising the plan.This plan includes policies and standards that govern the design of walking andbiking infrastructure. While these standards are applied to all state highwayprojects within ODOT’s jurisdiction, they are recommended but not requiredfor local jurisdictions.Arterial and Collector Street Plan (ACSP)Adopted in 1999, the ACSP describes specific policies and design standards thatapply to Eugene’s classified streets; it does not propose specific projects. UnlikeTransPlan, the ACSP applies only to the City of Eugene. Where roadways fallunder the jurisdiction of the county or the state, ACSP standardswill be advisory and not replace existing intergovernmentalagreements.Central Area Transportation Study (CATS)CATS was revised in 2004 and includes policies andimplementation strategies for the pedestrian system and bicyclefacilities in the downtown and surrounding area of Eugene. Itrecognizes the importance of making the central area of Eugeneaccessible to pedestrians and cyclists.

MethodologyThe City of Eugene’s Department of Public Works Transportation Planning Teamdeveloped this Strategic Plan using a dynamic community engagement process,with advice and guidance from a Departmental Advisory Committee (DAC).There were 14 members of the DAC, which included representatives from:• Eugene Bicycle Coalition• Walk With Me• Paul’s Bicycle Way of Life• AAA (American Automobile Association)• Friends of Eugene• Burley Design• LCHAY (Lane Coalition for Healthy and Active Youth)• The Accessibility Committee of the Human Rights Commission• GEARs (Greater Eugene Area Riders)• Neighborhood Associations (Friendly, Harlow)• The general communityChapter I. Why Create I. a Plan?

The City contracted with the University of Oregon’s Community PlanningWorkshop (CPW) to help facilitate the strategic planning process, includingresearch, writing, and conducting public outreach.The extensive public engagement process included:Eugene Walking and Biking Summit (approximately 225 participants):This well-attended and highly successful event kicked off the strategicplanning process. The summit included speakers, seven panel discussions, andtwelve community input sessions. These input sessions were the beginningof the community’s involvement in creating a vision for a more walkable andbikeable Eugene. The input sessions also solicited feedback about the issuesand obstacles facing the community in trying to achieve this vision.Community Workshops:• Bicycle Theft and Bicycle Parking – Jan. ‘07 (approximately 40participants): This workshop included presentations from the EugenePolice Department and Department of Public Works about bike theft andparking, as well as breakout sessions for community members to discuss andbrainstorm strategies and actions to address bicycle theft and parking.• Seniors and Accessibility – Feb. ‘07 (approximately 30 participants): Thisworkshop provided opportunities for community members to raise keyissues relating to seniors and accessibility, and discuss solutions to theseissues.• Youth – March ‘07 (approximately 90 participants): CPW conductedin-class exercises with middle school students to gather input about walkingand biking issues, preferences and concerns particular to them, especiallyyouth safety and education.• Visual Design Preference – April ‘07 (approximately 40 participants):CPW and the Department of Public Works presented images of differentwalking and biking infrastructure and amenities tocommunity participants and asked them to rate theirlevel of comfort and safety with each design element.• Education and Encouragement – May ‘07(approximately 25 participants): In small breakoutgroups, this workshop gave community membersthe opportunity to suggest specific education andoutreach activities designed to support the goals ofthis strategic plan.10

City of Eugene Department Input Sessions (staff participants fromdepartments and divisions across the City organization): Over a twomonthperiod, the Transportation Planning Team met with representativesfrom City divisions, departments and teams to solicit input aboutobstacles to walking and biking and generate strategies to address them.Later, two additional meetings were held with about 40 staff fromdifferent City departments to get their feedback on the draft plan.Stakeholder Interviews (19 interviewees): CPW conducted in-depthinterviews with community leaders and experts on issues related towalking and biking.CPW and the City’s Transportation Planning Team organized and synthesizedthe information gathered through the summit, workshops, input sessions, andinterviews into the vision, goals, strategies and actions of this Plan. The DACplayed a key role by providing guidance and advice to help sort through andprioritize the information gathered through the public engagement process.Chapter I. Why Create I. a Plan?11

II. What are Our Priorities?This Strategic Plan articulates an overarching vision for the communityand provides a concrete, specific plan of action that will empower andguide the community toward this vision. It is a dynamic plan that relieson broad community participation.12VisionEugene is a place wherewalking and biking areintegral to thecommunity’s culture,where the city’slivability, sustainabilityand overall quality of lifeare enhanced bymore peoplewalking and biking,and where these activitiesare safe, convenientand practical optionsfor everyone.GoalsThis strategic plan has four parts:• Vision: The vision statement concisely describes a futureEugene in which walking and biking are more fully integratedinto the life of the city. Attaining this vision will requirea strong commitment by individuals and organizationsthroughout the community, and a significant investment oftime and resources.• Goals: The five goals address issues of community culture,encouragement, safety, accessibility and connectivity, andimplementation and funding.• Strategies: The seventeen strategies provide a conceptualframework or method for how the goals can be achieved.• Actions: This plan has 82 specific, assignable actionsfor implementing the strategies. To help guide theimplementation of the plan, the DAC, City staff, and thecommunity prioritized the actions.** NOTE: This plan is intended to serve as a guide to action bythe City, other agencies, and the community. It does not obligatethe City or any other entity or person to implement any action.It is expected that as time and budgets allow, the feasibility ofindividual actions will be considered for implementation.Goal 1: Foster and develop a community culture supportive of walking andbiking as important modes of transportation and recreation.Goal 2: Increase the share of trips people make by walking and biking fortransportation and recreation.Goal 3: Increase safety for bicyclists, pedestrians, and motorists.Goal 4: Create accessible, efficient and convenient methods for pedestriansand bicyclists to travel to the places where they live, work, and play.Goal 5: Build productive partnerships and obtain stable and diverseresources to sufficiently implement and promote the plan.

Goals, Strategies and ActionsEach goal of this strategic plan has several strategies that will help to achieve that particular goal.Each strategy has a unique set of specific actions that, when implemented, will help make thevision a reality. The strategies and actions are displayed in a matrix beginning on page 14.The matrix of strategies and actions also includes information useful for implementation of eachaction. There are columns that identify lead and partner organizations, the priority of the action,and the level of resources needed for implementation.Analysis of an Action Item:Lead Organizations: The organizations responsible for implementation of the action. A list of allthe acronyms and the organizations they represent is included on page 31.Partner Organizations: Organizations assisting with implementation.Priority: All of the actions in this plan are important and contribute to achieving the vision.However, each action has been given a priority based on feedback from the DAC, City staff,and the community to help guide implementation efforts. The priority is based not just onimportance, but also on cost, ease of implementation, and whether the action is already occurring.There are five levels of priority:★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (highest)★ ★ ★ ★ (higher)★ ★ ★ (medium)★ ★ (lower)★ (lowest)Resources: This column illustrates the amount of resources needed to implement each action item.This plan considers both time and money as resources. The measures do not have specific valuesbut are relative estimates as compared to other actions within the plan and are represented as:uuu (high)uu (medium)u (low)This allows City staff and community organizations to quickly identify those action items that areresource intensive and those that are not. Costing out each action item was outside the scope ofthis project for various reasons:(1) the cost of specific infrastructure improvements will be itemized in the City’s capitalimprovement plans (CIPs), not the Strategic Plan; and(2) some of the action items will be completed by community organizations and it is unclearexactly how they will be implemented, thus an exact cost can not be assigned.Chapter II. What I. are Our Priorities?13

1Foster a community culture supportive ofwalking and biking as important modes oftransportation and recreation.This goal looks beyond the physical infrastructure of Eugene to include strategies andactions that will make walking and biking an integral part of Eugene’s culture. Thesestrategies and actions support efforts that will increase the community’s exposure towalking and biking.1.1 Encourage walking and biking to community events.1.1.1Ensure bicycle parking is available at majorcommunity events.1.1.2Develop images and slogans that publicizebicycle and pedestrian friendly events andintegrate them into event marketing.lead partners priority resourcesCAT, LRCS,PWE/TPLRCS, PWE/TP20/30 Club,UO, PW/POS★ ★ ★★uPIT ★ ★ u1.2 Support creative local walking and biking events.1.2.1Organize signature walking and biking eventsat the citywide and neighborhood level.1.2.2Evaluate current permitting process forbicycling, running and walking events.Identify methods of encouraging these activecommunity events.1.2.3Conduct an annual University of OregonTransportation Fair that emphasizes walking,biking, and transit.lead partners priority resourcesGEARs/EBCPWE/PIC,PWE/TP, EPDUOPWM/TO,RunningStores,PWE/TPOBRA,CVALCO,PW/POS,LRCS,PWM/TO★ ★ ★★★ ★★uuuuu14

1.3 Strengthen local walking and biking organizations.lead partners priority resources1.3.1Promote local walking and bikingorganizations through the City’s website andpublications.1.3.2Offer trainings on the topics of leadership,voluteerism, advocacy, marketing, websitedevelopment, and membership recruitment.PWE/TP,LRCS,PW/POS★ ★ ★uBTA ★ ★ u1.4 Promote and introduce Eugene as a walkable, bikeable, and accessible city.lead partners priority resources1.4.1Integrate walking and biking into other Cityinitiatives, specifically sustainability andaccessibility.1.4.2Promote Eugene as a walkable and bikeablecity to new residents and incoming universitystudents. Create a plan to develop anddistribute walking and biking materials totargeted prospective residents.1.4.3Seek recognition for Eugene as a great city forwalking and biking.1.4.4Promote the use of bicycles for work useamong City employees and clearly identifybicycles in the City’s fleet as City of Eugenebikes.1.4.5Create a plan to distribute walking, biking,and transit materials to area lodging andtourist destinations and provide thisinformation on websites targeted to visitors.1.4.6Promote transit-connected recreationopportunities through brochures, webmarketing, and special events.SustainabilityCommission,HRC/ACPWE/TP,UO, LCC,NCCChamber ofCommerce,CVALCO★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★uuPIT, PWE/TP ★ ★ ★ uPWE/TPCVALCOPWE/TPLTD/CSSustainability★ ★ ★CommissionuUO, Eugene★ ★AirportuCVALCO,LRCS, PW/POS, EugeneAirportNote: For a list of acronyms and contact information, see page 31.★uChapter Goals, Strategies I. and Actions15

2Increase the share of tripsmade by walking and biking.2.1 Develop programs that encourage people to shift from driving to walking andbiking for short trips.Approximately 51% of car trips in Eugene are less than 3 miles and 16% are less than1 mile. Trips of these distances are potential walking and biking trips. Shifting frommotor vehicle use to walking and biking can help the community address obesity andrelated health problems, decrease carbon emissions, reduce congestion on our roads,and further our efforts toward sustainability.lead partners priority resources2.1.1Develop a comprehensive Safe Routes toSchool program that works with at least onenew school every year.2.1.2Develop a media campaign to promotewalking and biking as viable means oftransportation.2.1.3Support continuation and expansion ofBTA bike education programs in middleschools.2.1.4Develop an individualized marketingprogram that targets a different geographicarea every year.2.1.5Continue holding the annual BusinessCommute Challenge.2.1.6Develop an integrated program toencourage more UO students to walk andbike.BTA, LTD/CSPWE/TP,LTD/CS4J/Bethel, BTAPWE/TP,LTD/CSPWE/TPPWE/TP, EPD,PWM, LRCS,Bike Shops,CAT, LCHAY,4J/Bethel,PrivateSchools, PW/POS, PTOs,NA , ODOTCLI, PIT,ODOTEBC, LCHAYEBC, CLI, BikeShops, CAT,NAsLTD/CS,Peace Health,Chamber ofCommerce★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★ ★ ★uuuuuuuuuuuUO ★ ★ ★ uu16

lead partners priority resources2.1.7Increase the number of schools thatparticipate in International Walk to SchoolDay.2.1.8Encourage employers to provide incentivesand accommodations to employees whowalk or bike to work.2.1.9Develop an ongoing safe cycling educationprogram for adults.2.1.10Educate businesses about why it isimportant to be bike-friendly and providerecognition of those that are.2.1.11Develop a program to encourage seniorsto walk and bike, and that includeseducational and organized activities.LTD/CSLTD/CS ,PWE/TPBTA,GEARs/ EBCGEARs/EBCLRCS,PWE/TP4J/Bethel,PrivateSchools, PTOsGEARs/EBC,Chamber ofCommerce,CLI★ ★ ★★ ★ ★uuPWE/TP ★ ★ ★ uCLI, Chamber★ ★of CommerceuEBC, BikeShops, CAT,RunningStores★u2.2 Advocate for mixed-use development in new and existing neighborhoodsMixed-use development is the official growth management policy of the City of Eugene,and TransPlan identifies dozens of potential mixed-use centers (MUCs) around town.MUCs are pedestrian friendly and transit oriented; they include a combination ofhousing, commercial and retail areas in close proximity to each other and in higherdensities than traditional development, making walking and biking more convenient.lead partners priority resources2.2.1Advocate for mixed-use development inEugene at both the neighborhood and citywidescales.2.2.2Provide educational opportunities for thegeneral public about the benefits of mixeduse centers and compact development, andhow they encourage bicycling and walkingtransportation.GEARs,LCHAYGEARsEBC, AIA ★ ★ ★ uEBC, LCHAY,PWE/TP,PDD/PLNote: For a list of acronyms and contact information, see page 31.★ ★ ★uChapter Goals, Strategies I. and Actions17

2.3 Reduce bicycle theft.In 2006, over 750 bikes were reported stolen to the Eugene Police Department andthe University of Oregon’s Department of Public Safety; many more stolen bikesgo unreported. To some, the threat of bike theft is a deterrent to the use of bikes forcommuting, running errands, and general travel around Eugene.lead partners priority resources2.3.1Create a working group focused on ways toreduce bike theft.2.3.2Educate UO, LCC, and NCC students andother bicycle users about how to securetheir bikes properly.2.3.3Work with bicycle retail and repair shops toimplement consistent and effective bicycleregistration at point of sale. Consider usingelectronic or on-line registration methods.2.3.4Promote the use of the most effective bicyclelocks and security techniques.2.3.5Provide information about how to lock yourbicycle with every bicycle purchase.PWE/TP, EPDPWE/TP, UO,LCC, NCCEPD, UOPWE/TP, BikeShops, CATUO,Prosecutor’sOffice/MunicipalCourt, BikeShops, CAT★ ★ ★★uBike Shops,★ ★ ★CATuPWE/TP, Bike★ ★Shops, CATuuUO ★ uPWE/TP, Bike★Shops, CATu18

3Increase safety for bicyclists, pedestrians,and motorists.3.1 Effectively enforce laws that affect bicyclist and pedestrian safety.Effective enforcement of laws that protect the safety of others can help addressconflicts between motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.lead partners priority resources3.1.1Develop a program to educate pedestrians,bicyclists, and motorists about crosswalklaws and conduct enforcement asappropriate.3.1.2Develop legislative strategy for addressingpedestrian and bicycle safety issues at thestate level.3.1.3Work with Police Department to developshared understanding of safety issuesand laws that pertain to pedestrians andbicyclists.3.1.4Enforce “no parking of automobiles” inbike lanes and on sidewalks.3.1.5Examine reasons for riding bikes ondowntown sidewalks and work toameliorate the problem through aneducation campaign and accompanyingenforcement.3.1.6Re-examine the “no bikes on sidewalks”zone for possible expansion.EPD, PWE/TPPWE/TPPWM/TOBTA, COE-IGR, EPD,GEARs/EBC★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★uuuPWE/TP, EPD EBC/GEARs ★ ★ ★ uPDD/PS EPD ★ ★ ★ uDEI, EPDPWE/TP,★ ★PWMuuDEI, PWE/TP EPD ★ uuNote: For a list of acronyms and contact information, see page 31.Chapter Goals, Strategies I. and Actions19

3.2 Ensure that the pedestrian and bicycle system is safe and functional for all users.Well designed infrastructure is only as useful as its level of upkeep. Well maintainedinfrastructure is vital not only for protecting the safety of pedestrians and cyclists,but also for ensuring accessibility to all. The City can enhance its efforts byincluding community involvement and relying on user feedback.lead partners priority resources3.2.1Keep pedestrian and bicycle ways clearof leaves, vegetation, construction signs,and other obstructions. Re-examine andconsider making changes to City’s leafdisposal program.3.2.2Install additional street lighting whereneeded at conflict points, at crosswalks,on sidewalks, and along shared use paths.Develop criteria for prioritizing lightinginvestments.3.2.3Develop additional tools for enhancingpedestrian and bicycle street crossings—both mid-block and at intersections.3.2.4Establish clear pedestrian and bicycledetours during construction.3.2.5Enforce sidewalk maintenancerequirements.3.2.6Address conflicts between pedestrians andautos at double turn lanes.3.2.7Create a process for the communityto identify unsafe (maintenance andfacilities) locations and suggest site-specificimprovements.3.2.8Enforce the leash law.PWM,PW/POS,CS/F, PWEPWE/TP,PWM/TO,PW/POS,PDD/PL, CS/FPWE,PWM/TOPWE, PWMPWE/TPEPD★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★uuuuuuuuuuPWM ★ ★ ★ uuuPWE/TP,★ ★ ★PWE/TOuuPWE/TP,★ ★ ★PWE/TOuuAnimalControlEPD ★ u20

3.3 Conduct outreach and education to increase safety and awareness forpedestrians, bicyclists and motorists.It is common for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists to complain about the behaviorof people using other modes of transportation. Effective education and outreachprograms must focus on teaching everyone how to be safe and respectful of others,and themselves, as they walk, bike or drive.3.3.1Develop and launch a Share the Roadmedia and education campaign targetedto motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians.3.3.2Educate bicyclists and pedestrians abouthow to safely use shared use paths,sidewalks, and hiking trails.3.3.3Provide free and low-cost safetyequipment (helmets, lights, bells) andbicycle repair to people in need.lead partners priority resourcesPWE/TP,PIT, AAA,ElectedOfficialsGEARs/EBC,PWE/TP,PW/POSPWE/TP,LTD,MedicalProvidersEPD, BTA, ODOT,GEARs/EBC, AutoInsurers, Bike Shops,CAT, UO/DPS, LCC,NCC, 4J/Bethel,Private SchoolsHRC/AC, LCMBA,Bike Shops, CAT,PWMGEARs/EBC, EPD,Fire/EMS, BikeShops, CAT★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★★ ★uuuuuuuNote: For a list of acronyms and contact information, see page 31.Chapter Goals, Strategies I. and Actions21

4Create accessible, efficient and convenientmethods for pedestrians and bicyclists totravel to the places where theylive, work, and play.4.1 Ensure that pedestrian and bicycle facilities are accessible to everyone in thecommunity.An accessible community is one where people of all different abilities are able to getaround. Currently, there are places within the transportation system that are lackingthe facilities and infrastructure that enable everyone to move around safely.lead partners priority resources4.1.1Continue to retrofit curb ramps and installnew curb ramps at intersections.PWM, PWE★ ★ ★★uuu4.1.2Continue to add audible pedestrian signalsto existing traffic signals throughoutEugene.4.1.3Increase the City standard bike lane widthto 6-feet.4.1.4Hold an annual barrier awareness dayto educate the community about theimportance of infrastructure that isaccessible to everyone.4.1.5Promote the City’s Adaptive RecreationProgram.PWM/TO,HRC/AC,PWE★ ★ ★uuuPWE/TP,★ ★PWM, PWEuuHRC/AC ★ ★ uLRCS PWE/TP ★ ★ u22

4.2 Improve pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure connectivity.Eugene has an extensive system of off-street shared use paths, on-street stripedbike lanes, and sidewalks. Each of these elements is an integral piece of the overalltransportation system and network. One of the greatest challenges to the effectivenessand functionality of these elements are gaps that reduce connectivity within thesystem. Our local Transportation System Plan (TSP) called TransPlan identifies bicycleand shared-use facilities that would increase connectivity throughout Eugene. Theactions listed below call for developing an implementation strategy with input from abicycle and pedestrian advisory committee for TransPlan projects.lead partners priority resources4.2.1Develop new bike boulevards and improveexisting bike boulevards, especially wherethey cross busy streets.4.2.2Re-initiate the sidewalk infill program to fillin gaps in the sidewalk system.4.2.3Create an implementation strategyfor TransPlan bicycle and pedestrianprojects that includes project scoping andcommunity outreach.4.2.4Examine and improve the interface oftransit with pedestrians and cyclists. Thisincludes bicycle parking facilities, on-boardbicycle storage, transit stop design andcompatibility with surrounding streetscape.4.2.5Encourage businesses and organizations toprovide connections to bike paths.PWE/TP,PWM/TOPWE, PW/PIC,PWMPWE/TPHRC/ACPW/POS★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★uuuuuuuuPWE/TP, LTD ★ ★ ★ uuPWE/TP,PW/PICGEARs/EBC,★ ★PW/POSuNote: For a list of acronyms and contact information, see page 31.Chapter Goals, Strategies I. and Actions23

4.3 Ensure high quality, flexible and secure bicycle parking at all destinations.The City of Eugene requires new development to include bike parking in mostsituations. However, these regulations do not always meet the needs of bicyclists;often, there are not enough parking spots or the facilities are poorly designed andbikes are not secure.lead partners priority resources4.3.1Install more bike parking at City parks andfacilities downtown, in pedestrian-scalebusiness districts, and in the public rightof-way.PWE/TP, CS/F,PW/POSPDD/PS★ ★ ★★ ★uu4.3.2Evaluate how effective the City Codeis at providing an adequate number ofwell placed and designed bike parkingspaces as part of redevelopment and newdevelopment. If it is determined that thereare problems with the Code, launch aneffort to amend it.4.3.3Develop a public outreach campaign toeducate business owners about the benefitsof maintaining sufficient bike parking fortheir customers. Include incentives forbringing inadequate parking up to code interms of quantity and design.4.3.4Provide an appropriate amount of bikeparking at public schools in Eugene.4.3.5Install more covered, long-term bikeparking for residents and employees indowntown Eugene.4.3.6Streamline and simplify the process(permitting, parking facility design andlocation, and construction) for businesseswishing to install bicycle parking in thepublic right-of-way in downtown and otherpedestrian-scale business districts.4.3.7Develop a step-by-step guide to City bicycleparking requirements.PWE/TP,PDD/BPSGEARs/EBCGEARs/EBCPWE/TP★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★uuuu4J/Bethel,★ ★ ★PWE/TPuuuPWE/TP,PDD/PSPWE/TP,PW/PIC,PDD/BPSPWE/TPDEI ★ ★ ★ uuu★ ★ ★uPW/PIC,★ ★PDD/BPSu24

4.4 Provide easily accessible information about the pedestrian and bicycle system.A goal of this plan is to increase the number of people walking and biking in Eugene.All of these new walkers and bikers need to know how to get to their destinationand back safely and efficiently if they are going to continue to walk and bike. Therealready is a bike map and a few directional signs, but generally this information isdifficult to find. The more obvious and easy to access the information is, the morelikely it will be used.lead partners priority resources4.4.1Develop a city-wide directional bike signagesystem that includes times, distances, anddestinations.4.4.2Create a new sign type that directspedestrians and bicyclists to neighborhoodaccess ways (these are the short-cuts thatare often found at the end of cul-de-sacs).Develop a plan for installing these signsaround the City.4.4.3Enhance the City’s bicycle map anddistribute it broadly throughout thecommunity. Enhancements should includeinformation about bike repair and rentals.4.4.4Develop an on-line pedestrian and bicycletrip planning feature on the City’s website.4.4.5Install a comprehensive system of kioskswith bikeway maps along paths, bikeboulevards and other locations popularwith bicyclists.PWE/TP,PW/POS,PWM/TO★ ★ ★uuuPWE/TP,★ ★PWM/TOuuuPWE/TP ★ ★ uuPWE/TP ★ ★ uuPWE/TP,PW/POS,PWM/TO★uuuNote: For a list of acronyms and contact information, see page 31.Chapter Goals, Strategies I. and Actions25

5Build productive partnerships andobtain stable and diverse resources tosufficiently implement andpromote the Plan.5.1 Strategically implement the actions of this plan and monitor and evaluate progress.Effective strategic planning requires a deliberate process to gauge the implementationof actions designed to change current conditions. The pedestrian and bicycle strategicplanning process has covered the first two steps in this four-step process—first, creatingan inventory of existing conditions and second, identifying needs or deficiencies inthe system. Actions listed under this strategy call for developing the third and forthsteps of the process—setting benchmarks and developing a method for overseeingimplementation. Each of these tasks will be carried out through a collaborative effortbetween City staff and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC).lead partners priority resources5.1.1Develop and staff an advisory committeethat regularly monitors, assists with, andadvocates for implementation of the Plan.PWE/TP★ ★ ★★ ★uuu5.1.2Develop benchmarks and collect associateddata to determine the impact of planimplementation.5.1.3Publish and disseminate an annual reportto share plan progress with the community.Provide the annual report to the City Council.PWE/TPUO★ ★ ★★uuPWE/TP★ ★ ★★u5.2 Cultivate collaborative relationships among community organizations and theCity to support Plan implementation.To be successful, this plan relies on the active support and involvement of the Cityof Eugene as well as the broader community. Building partnerships and encouragingcommunity input will help strengthen this plan by utilizing the ideas, dedication, andsupport of the entire community to implement individual actions.lead partners priority resources5.2.1Organize an annual Walking and BikingSummit to both track and celebrate progressof the Plan and develop stronger relationshipsamong walking and biking advocates.PWE/TPGEARs/EBC,LCHAY,4J/Bethel, UO★ ★ ★u26

lead partners priority resources5.2.2Provide opportunities for people to learnabout the Plan and how to get involvedin implementation activities. Reach outto neighborhood associations and otherorganizations as part of this work.5.2.3Integrate elements of the Plan into theobjectives of other City initiatives such asthe Sustainability Commission, GreatestCity of the Arts and Outdoors, etc.5.2.4Cultivate support of walking and bikingamongst City leadership.PWE/TP HRC/AC, NAs ★ ★ ★ uSustainabilityCommission,HRC/ACCity Executive,Managers,Senior Mgmt.★ ★ ★★ ★ ★uu5.3 Proactively seek diversified financial resources to implement the Strategic Plan.Implementation of some actions will be costly and will require significant resources, howeverpartnerships and collaborative efforts are often able to attract funding at higher levels thanthe sum of their individual efforts. Like any transportation system, the construction andmaintenance of high-quality pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure faces increasingly scarcefunding and competing interests. Although the City of Eugene already spends a significantportion of its transportation dollars on bicycle and pedestrian related projects, additionalfunding will be required for implementation of some actions within the plan.lead partners priority resources5.3.1Apply for grants and seek other contributionsto fund implementation items in the Plan.PWE/TP,GEARs/EBC★ ★ ★★ ★u5.3.2Develop expanded and/or new fundingstreams to support ongoing activities thatare part of Plan implementation.5.3.3Develop funding stream to maintain theped/bike system at a high level of service.Prioritize elements of the system to bemaintained at a high level, depending onfunding that is ultimately available.5.3.4Develop priorities for Plan implemenationwithin financial constraints.5.3.5Organize one or more annual fundraisingevents to support items in the Plan.PW DirectorPWM,PW/POSPWE/TP★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★★ ★ ★★uuuuuuuGEARs/EBC ★ ★ uuChapter Goals, Strategies I. and Actions27

III. How do We Make it Happen?The goals, strategies and actions of this plan provide a framework to helpEugene achieve its vision for walking and biking. It is a true communitybased plan – it was formed out of extensive public outreach and itssuccess relies on community organizations, as well as the City of Eugene, takingresponsibility for implementing action items.To keep the Plan active in the community, four key components are necessary:(1) Strong leadership to ensure that the efforts being implemented are inline with the goals of the plan and that activity progresses.(2) Community involvement in implementing items in the plan.(3) Systematic monitoring to track progress of plan implementation andhelp identify needed changes to the plan.(4) Update after five years to ensure that the plan is congruent with theneeds of the community.This section describes the structure and process to ensure successful planimplementation and monitoring. This structure is composed of three main parts:• Community Members and Organizations;• A Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC);• Committee Staff Coordinator.Each of these components is described in greater detail below.Community Members and OrganizationsIndividuals and organizations within the community will play a significant rolein implementing this plan. Each action item has been assigned to one or more“lead organizations.” These organizations are responsible for taking the stepsnecessary to implement the action item. In general, community volunteers,whether individuals or organizations, will be responsible for the following:28BPAC StaffCoordinatorBicycle & PedestrianAdvisory Committee (BPAC)Community Membersand Organizations• Implementing individual actions contained in the Plan.• Involving other community members in the implementation of their action.• Closely communicating with the BPAC.• Effectively implementing and monitoring the progress of their action item.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)The purpose of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is (1) to advisethe City of Eugene Transportation Planning staff and community organizationsand partners on implementation of the Strategic Plan, (2) to represent communityand constituent interests in transportation planning decisions, and (3) to providefeedback to staff on projects relating to walking and bicycling.BPAC OrganizationThe Committee will consist of 10 - 14community members. The City of EugeneTransportation Planning Team will appointapproximately half of the members, and theremainder of the positions will be filled throughan application process. Members will be selectedto ensure broad community representation,interests and skill sets. The committee willinclude one high school and one collegestudent. Members of the BPAC will developoperating agreements and bylaws that willaddress terms of service and other issues.BPAC RoleThe primary role of the BPAC is to advise City staff on plan implementation;however, if members of the committee want to work on specific action items,small working groups could be formed to accomplish these tasks. The Bicycleand Pedestrian Advisory Committee’s responsibilities will include many of thefollowing activities:• Develop operating agreements and bylaws.• Approve an annual work plan developed in collaboration with a City staffrepresentative.• Develop priorities for plan implementation within financial constraints.• Develop benchmarks and collect associated data to monitor and documentplan implementation.• Publish annual report to share progress with the community, City Counciland City staff.• Serve as liaisons, connecting key community members, community groupsand organizations and encouraging participation in implementation.• Identify grant opportunities to fund plan implementation.• Conduct community outreach for the Strategic plan.• Plan an annual Walking and Biking Summit.III. How do We Make it Happen?29

BPAC Staff CoordinatorThe Public Works Transportation Planning Team works with communitystakeholders and agency partners to develop and implement short and longrangeplans, design projects and obtain funding to build projects that lead to acomplete transportation system. This department will designate a staff personto coordinate the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee. The staff person’sduties will include:• Draft BPAC meeting agendas and communicate with the committee chairor co-chairs.• Serve as a liaison between the BPAC, community organizations, and Citydepartments.• Draft an annual BPAC work plan based on priorities outlined by the planand the Transportation Planning Team.• Provide technical expertise (e.g., formal staff reports) and advice, whensolicited, to the BPAC.30

Organization Acronyms and Contact Information for Strategies and Actions4J/Bethel Eugene & Bethel School Districtswww.4j.lane.edu www.bethel.k12.or.usAAA American Automobile Associationwww.aaa.comAIA American Institute of Architectswww.aia.orgBTA Bicycle Transportation Alliancewww.bta4bikes.orgCAT Center for Appropriate Transportwww.catoregon.orgCLI Climate Leadership Initiativehttp://climlead.uoregon.edu/CS/F Central Services – Facilitieswww.eugene-or.govCVALCO Convention and Visitors Bureau of LaneCounty - www.visitlanecounty.orgCOE-IGR City of Eugene – IntergovernmentalRelationsDEI Downtown Eugene Inc.www.downtowneugene.comEBC Eugene Bicycle Coalitionwww.efn.org/~bicycle/EPD Eugene Police Departmentwww.eugene-or.gov/policeFire/EMS Eugene Fire DepartmentGEARswww.eugene-or.gov/fireGreater Eugene Area Riderswww.eugenegears.orgHRC/AC Human Rights Commission –Accessibility Committeewww.eugene-or.gov/HRCLCCLCHAYLCMBALRCSLTD/CSNAsNCCLane Community Collegewww.lanecc.eduLane Coalition for Healthy Active Youthwww.lchay.orgLane County Mountain BikeAssociation - www.lcmba.orgLibrary, Recreation and CulturalServices – www.eugene-or.gov/LRCSLane Transit District – CommuterSolutionswww.ltd.org , www.ltd.org/csNeighborhood Associationswww.eugene-or.gov/neighborhoodsNorthwest Christian Collegewww.nwcc.eduOBRA Oregon Bicycle Racing Associationwww.obra.orgODOT Oregon Department of Transportationwww.odot.state.or.usPDD/PL Planning and Development Division– Planningwww.eugene-or.gov/planningPDD/BPS PDD – Building and Permit Serviceswww.eugene-or.gov/pddPDD/PS PDD – Parking Serviceswww.eugene-or.gov/parkingPIT Public Information Teamwww.eugene-or.govPTO Parent Teacher OrganizationPW/PIC Public Works – Permit and InformationCenter – www.eugene-or.govPW/POS PW – Parks and Open Spacewww.eugene-or.gov/parksPWE PW – Engineering - www.eugene-or.govPWE/TP PWE – Transportation Planningwww.eugene-or.gov/transportationPWM PW – Maintenancewww.eugene-or.govPWM/TO PWM – Traffic Operationswww.eugene-or.gov/trafficopsUO University of Oregonwww.uoregon.eduOther Organizations Listed in the Plan:Eugene Airport – www.eugene-or.gov/airportChamber of Commerce – www.eugenechamber.comSustainability Commission –www.eugene-or.gov/sustainabilityMunicipal Court –www.eugene-or.gov/municipalcourtProsecutor’s Office – www.eugene-or.gov/prosecutorAnimal Control – www.lanecounty.org/animals/Chapter III. How I. do We Make it Happen?31

You’re invited tohelp implement the Plan…Make Eugene a More Walkableand Bikeable City With Us!What can you do to help?• Walk and Bike Regularly• Contact the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee541.682.5291 Email: bpac@ci.eugene.or.us• Report Maintenance Issues & ConcernsEmail or call in unsafe or hazardous streets, sidewalks, or multi-use paths.541.682.4800 (8am-5pm, M-F) Email: pwmaintenance@ci.eugene.or.us• Volunteer for an Action Item Work TeamSee p. 31 for contact information for the various Lead and Partner organizationson each Action or contact the Transportation Planning Team.• Participate in and Support Bicycle and Pedestrian ActivitiesSubscribe to our monthly InMotion e-newsletter, designed to help communitymembers stay connected with walking & biking issues and events in the Eugenearea at www.eugene-or.gov/transportation.• Join an Advocacy Group for Pedestrians or CyclingSee p. 31 for contact information for groups like Lane County Mountain BikeAssociation, Greater Eugene Area Riders, and many more or visit ourwebsite listed below.• Contact City CouncilorsLet your Councilors know that you support walking and biking projects.541.682.5010 Email: mayorandcc@ci.eugene.or.us• Get Involved with your Neighborhood AssociationFor more information: 541.682.5009 Email: NALiaison@ci.eugene.or. usContact the City of Eugene Transportation Planning Team with Questions541.682.5291 peoplepower@ci.eugene.or.us www.eugene-or.gov/walkbike