The South Palo Alto Bikeways Demonstration Project will pilot upgraded bike lanes on E. Meadow Drive and Fabian Way using temporary quick-build treatments such as striping, flex poles, pavement markings, and high visibility enhancements to existing crosswalks. The demonstration project aims to reduce conflicts between road users by separating them and enhancing visibility. Information learned throughout the demonstration project will be incorporated into an update of the Palo Alto Safety Action Plan and will inform permanent design changes to the corridor.
To encourage safe bicycling behaviors, the City will host a bike ride as part of the demonstration project. Residents and school communities will learn about the new bike infrastructure and how to ride on it.
The City was awarded a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Planning and Demonstration Grant from the US Department of Transportation for this project. Funding for the first phase of this project is secure. However, the City is waiting for information from the federal government to understand if the remainder of the grant funds will be paid out. The City is moving forward with the tasks that are funded, including environmental review and concept planning. City staff are investigating other funding opportunities to accomplish this work.
The South Palo Alto Bikeways Demonstration Project will install a temporary striping plan similar to that developed during the South Palo Alto Bikeways Project. The SS4A grant is different from the previous project in that we cannot use funds to change or remove asphalt or concrete, meaning the changes to the Waverly Bike Multi-Use Path and the installation of crosswalks with accessible ramps will not be part of this project.
Scope of Work
This project is currently paused due to staffing availability.
Katie Heuser, Senior Transportation Planner
Katie.Heuser@paloalto.gov