Western Washington Street Mobility Improvements

Recognize that there is a strong push for protected bike lanes, but don’t want to forget about bus riders

Support from some who identified as transit riders for bus lane approaching Union and Dane St since it cuts through car congestion

Some support for consolidation of bus stops to reduce bus delay, and some concern over the placement of the consolidated bus stops

Urged to continue to do outreach to bus riders

Interest in improving the waiting experience at bus stops with amenities like benches or shelters

Enthusiastic support for protected bike lanes

Skepticism about bus/bike lane as an option for people of all ages and abilities

Washington Street described as an important connector to other bike facilities and key destinations like Union Square

Right turn out of Dane Street is heavily used for both people biking and driving and needs attention

Desire to provide safe ways to make left turns from Washington Street

Dangerous turning conditions at Beacon Street and Washington Street

Concerned about sidewalk condition and walking safety issues on nearby Hawkins Street due to speeding

Support for the increase in crosswalks proposed in the designs, with some asking for more crosswalks

Enthusiastic support for better sidewalks, especially as it improves access for people with mobility impairments or people traveling with children or strollers

Support for traffic calming facilities like raised crosswalks to reduce speeding vehicles, especially at key destinations such as Perry Park and Lincoln Park

Desire for additional raised crosswalks on adjacent streets, albeit these might be outside of the scope of the project

Advocacy for wider sidewalks when possible

Request for yellow flashing lights at crosswalks; audible crosswalk lights

Request for raised crosswalk at school entrance

Some support shared from people who drive – they like the clarification of bike movements and better visibility

Concern for teacher parking options near the Argenziano

Concern for increased frustration for people driving experiencing more congestion or being forced to go slower

Requests for loading zones and short-term parking options near businesses

Concern with the reduction of parking along the street

Desire for more accessible spaces with curb ramp access

Desire for more trees and green space wherever possible

Requests to explore options for more trees around bus stops to make it easier while waiting in the sun

Advocacy to enlarge tree pits to provide more space to trees

Enthusiastic support for repaving the road and fixing the sidewalks

Reiterated need for continued maintenance to keep new protected bike lanes clear of debris and snow

The City initially identified Dane Street, Calvin Street, and Perry Street as candidates for speed humps. In the survey, 74% shared that they really support installing speed humps on these streets

Additional streets that residents asked the City to consider included Concord Ave, Newton St, Lake St, and Village St

Some concerned about installing any speed humps as they can be uncomfortable to drive over

Dane Street

Newton Street - between Webster Ave and Springfield Street

Perry Street

Wyatt Street

Calvin Street

Concord Ave - between Beacon Street and Springfield Street