03. Sign Family Types and Concepts Kansas City Regional Wayfinding Guidebook

3.1 - Sign Types: Function, Location and Content

The Kansas City Regional Wayfinding System, like most systems, includes several different types of signs, each with a unique function. The schematic below explains the different sign functions and where each type is typically used.

Sign Type Welcome Arrival Information Fingerpost Interpretive Post Marker Ground Marker

Function Provides a welcome to Provides direction to the Provides information to Provides information to navigate Provides local area knowledge Provides details about Provides information as the area, describes what parking lot for the trail navigate transit, trail, local trails, local areas and find places about a place the onward route, to to trail name and mile there is to do and how to arrival point area and find places help people understand location move around if it is appropriate Location Welcome points and Welcome points and Decision points in busy Decision points in environments Key nodes in areas in which Decision points where At regular interval arrival points arrival points areas with high density of with low density of destinations, local, historical, cultural, route passes through consistent application destinations and routes homing beacon; as route ecological, or social stories areas along named route and connections on transit confirmation enrich people’s understanding of places Content Identify access nodes Parking symbol, Local biking/walking train Directional content to specific Images, maps, stories (editorial Path name degree of Name, brand color, and from neighborhoods and directional copy and and bus maps, onward destinations or an adjacent copy) describing community, difficulty, length of mileage confirm point of arrival/ arrow journey options neighborhood via an adjacent route historical, cultural, commercial, route, etiquette, rules departure or social stories. of route and contact details

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3.2 - Information Structure

The structure of information on each sign caters to different user tasks, reading strategies, and physical distance from the sign. Some information is provided using graphics or in a text size that allows the user to maintain motion while still gathering critical information from the sign. Other more detailed information and mapping requires stopping and looking more closely at the sign. Average reading distances have been estimated with direct reference to data on the relationship between text size and reading distances. The example below of a map-based entrance sign is typically a workhorse in trail and pedestrian wayfinding. This diagram demonstrates recognition of the sign and its function by physical features.

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Identification Passing glance Brief study In-depth use

Recognition of the sign and its function by physical Establishing what information is Scan of most salient information Thorough reading and searching maps and index. features, notably the beacon at the top of the sign. shown or quickly checking orientation. on maps.

Example: trail/path/transit name/symbol Example: addressing and directional panel Example: place names Example: destination labels

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3.3 - System Architecture

The wayfinding strategy for the Kansas City Region is based in a system architecture that recognizes that walking and bicycling signage must also consider and connect to other forms of transportation. The sign family integrates walking and bicycling information needs with those of different transportation modes. The wayfinding system architecture includes multiple levels of information as shown in the two following graphics. Depending on the level of information needed and the user, different sign types can be used. The family of signs shown in this report includes several monolithic sign elements based on the stakeholder committee desire for the inclusion of some map-based signs. Map-based Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: Level 4: signs also provide opportunities to install similar elements System Transit On-Foot/Bicycle Neighborhood in transit and other off-trail facilities. MAP

Arrival point Welcome sign Area Sign Information Area sign Fingerpost Local sign Marker sign Bus stop Type 1: System overview Directory Car parks Pakring

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3.4 - Sign Family Concepts

The complete sign family for the Kansas City Regional Wayfinding System is shown on the next two pages with additional details for each sign type provided on the following pages. The names of the signs indicate their purpose and use. Additional information regarding sign placement and system implementation is included in Chapters 4 and 5. Note: These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on these drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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2 WALKING... Reduces Your Risk of Disease Walking reduces your risk for inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol and cancer. 1 3 1 11 11 CYCLING... Keeps You Healthy Keeps You Healthy 30 Minutes of exercise three Bicycle commuting burns times a week reduces risk of an average of 540 calories per heart disease related death hour. The average person loses by 26% 13lbs in the first year commuting Chin up by bike. 2 Swing arms naturally Shoulders back Wear a safety helmet Carry a phone or ID

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3 Walk heal first and roll through to your toes BIKE ROUTE Keeps You Wallet Fat A daily 4-mile commute will save about 66 gallons of Lengthens your lifespan Walking for two minutes CITY LOGO fuel per year K A S each hour instead of sitting N SA NAME 3 reduces death by 33%. Heart Healthy Biking 20 miles a week reduces the risk of Boosts Your Mood Walking helps stop heart disease by 50%. depression and mental stress. CITY LOGO B la ckfish Parkway Trail K S A N S A CITY LOGO K A S 1 2 N S A

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2 2 WALKING... WALKING... Reduces Your Risk of Disease Reduces Your Risk of Disease Walking reduces your risk for Walking reduces your risk for inflammation, heart disease, inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol and cancer. high cholesterol and cancer. 1 3 1 3 1 11 11 11 CYCLING... CYCLING... Keeps You Healthy Keeps You Healthy Keeps You Healthy Keeps You Healthy 30 Minutes of exercise three 30 Minutes of exercise three Bicycle commuting burns Bicycle commuting burns times a week reduces risk of times a week reduces risk of an average of 540 calories per an average of 540 calories per heart disease related death heart disease related death hour. The average person loses hour. The average person loses by 26% by 26% 13lbs in the first year commuting 13lbs in the first year commuting Chin up Chin up by bike. by bike. 2 2 Swing arms naturally Swing arms naturally Shoulders back Shoulders back Wear a safety helmet Wear a safety helmet Carry a phone or ID Carry a phone or ID

Mile 5.5 Mile 5.5 Leave your headphones Leave your headphones 1 2 1 2 at home for safety at home for safety Wear bright/reflective colors Wear bright/reflective colors Walk at a pace to talk Walk at a pace to talk Use hand signals when turning Use hand signals when turning and breathe comfortably and breathe comfortably Follow road traffic laws Follow road traffic laws Cool down with Cool down with a slow pace a slow pace Reflective tape for visibility Front light Reflective tape for visibility Front light Stretch once you have Stretch once you have warmed up or after your walk warmed up or after your walk

3 3 Walk heal first and Walk heal first and roll through to your toes roll through to your toes BIKE ROUTEBIKE ROUTE Keeps You Wallet Fat Keeps You Wallet Fat A daily 4-mile commute will A daily 4-mile commute will save about 66 gallons of save about 66 gallons of Lengthens your lifespan Lengthens your lifespan Walking for two minutes Walking for two minutes CITY LOGO CITY LOGO fuel per year fuel per year K A S K A S each hour instead of sitting each hour instead of sitting N SA N SA NAME NAME 3 3 reduces death by 33%. reduces death by 33%. Heart Healthy Heart Healthy Biking 20 miles a week Biking 20 miles a week reduces the risk of reduces the risk of Boosts Your Mood Boosts Your Mood Walking helps stop Walking helps stop heart disease by 50%. heart disease by 50%. depression and depression and mental stress. mental stress. CITY LOGO CITY LOGO B la ckfish Parkway Trail B la ckfish Parkway Trail K S K S A N S A A N S A CITY LOGO CITY LOGO K A S K A S 1 2 1 2 N S A N S A

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CITY LOGO CITY LOGO CITY LOGO CITY LOGO K S K S K S K S A A A A N S A N S A N SA N SA

4 4 CITY LOGO CITY LOGO K A S K A S N S A N S A

Blackfish Blackfish 1 2 1 2 Parkway Parkway Trail Trail

1 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 2 2 1 1 2 2

12 12 12 12 2 2 12 12 12 12 11 11 1 1

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Post Marker v1 - Design Concept A

Sign Type A 1 1 1 B la ckfish Parkway Trail 2 12 3

1

2 4 2 2

3

13 4 14 BIKE ROUTE NAME 2 3 Note:

These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Ground Marker - Design Concept B

Sign Type B

12 2 2 1 3 1 Parkway 1 12 Trail 1

2 3 Note: 2 These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, 2 dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Information v1 - Design Concept C1

Sign Type C1

1

1 12 Trail 11

1

1 12

2 2 3

Note:

CITY LOGO These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and K AN SAS

are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and 3 conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Information v2- Design Concept C2

3 1 Sign Type C2

Blackfish Parkway Trail Blackfish Parkway Trail 2

12 4 TRAIL RULES 1 2

P P P P 5- 5- m m in in u u te te w w

P P a a

l l

Clocktower k Clocktower k

Plaza Park Plaza Park

P P

You are here You are here

2

Santa Fe Santa Fe

Commons Commons Park Park Overland Overland P P Thompson Park Thompson Park Park P Park P 1 1 Matt Ross Matt Ross Community Community Center Center

3 4 3

CITY LOGO CITY LOGO K K A N S A S A N S A S 4

Note: These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor 1 shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor 4 shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Welcome - Design Concept D

Sign Type D 1 4 B la ckfish Parkway Trail

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, CITY LOGO K consectetuer A N S A S adipiscing elit, sed

diam nonummy nibh B la ckfish Parkway Trail euismod tincidunt ut laoreet dolore magna aliquam erat volutpat. Ut wisi enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exerci tation ullamcorper suscipit lobortis nisl ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis autem vel eum iriure dolor in hendrerit in vulputate velit esse molestie consequat, vel illum dolore eu feugiat nulla facilisis at vero eros et accumsan et iusto

1 11 11 1 1 1 3 1

2

3

4 2 Note: 13 These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site 3 1 and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Information v3 - Design Concept E

Sign Type E 3 4

3

B la ckfish Parkway Trail 3 11 3 2 2

2 13 1 2 11 11

3 1 4

Note: These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Post Marker v2 - Design Concept F

Sign Type F 2

Mile 5.5 B la ckfish Parkway Trail

1

4 4 1 4 3 4

2 2

CITY LOGO K A N S A S

1 Note: These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Arrival - Design Concept G

5 in Sign Type G Arrival 1 ft - 7 in 4

Flexible modular sign system with inter- changable panels. Painted square 5-in pole and nial cap. Black sh Parkway TrailBlack sh P Trail/Area Name Aluminum panel wraps around side of pole. 4 ft - 0 in 4 ft Two graphic panels are 6 ft - 8 in 6 ft painted as direct print Directional or dHPL panels from iZone, Fossil or Folia. Graphics on all sides of 2 panel. 13ft - 2 in 13ft Logo 1. Square aluminum powder coated post.

2. Graphic panel painted with automo- 3 tive grade nish and applied vinyl.

3. Retro-reective 1 graphics on sign face per DoT standards.

4. Powder coat painted top nial.

Note: These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop Graphic View Detail View Assembly View A B C drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Interpretive - Design Concept H

Sign Type H

4

WALKING...

Reduces Your Risk of Disease Walking reduces your risk for inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, CYCLING... high cholesterol and cancer. Keeps You Healthy 1 Keeps You Healthy Blackfish Parkway Trail 30 Minutes of exercise three Bicycle commuting burns times a week reduces risk of an average of 540 calories per heart disease related death hour. The average person loses by 26%

13lbs in the first year commuting Chin up 2 by bike. Swing arms naturally Shoulders back

Wear a safety helmet Carry a phone or ID Leave your headphones at home for safety

Wear bright/reflective colors Walk at a pace to talk Use hand signals when turning and breathe comfortably Follow road traffic laws Cool down with a slow pace 2 Reflective tape for visibility Front light Stretch once you have warmed up or after your walk Walk heal first and roll through to your toes

Keeps You Wallet Fat A daily 4-mile commute will save about 66 gallons of Lengthens your lifespan fuel per year Walking for two minutes each hour instead of sitting reduces death by 33%. Heart Healthy Biking 20 miles a week reduces the risk of Boosts Your Mood Walking helps stop heart disease by 50%. depression and mental stress.

CITY LOGO K A N S A S CITY LOGO 3 K A N S A S 3

4 2 3

Note: These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, 1 dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions

shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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Bike Route Destination - Design Concept I

Sign Type I

24

12 3

4 1 2 3 5 3 2

4 1 1

Note: These drawings are meant for DESIGN INTENT ONLY and are not for construction. Contractor shall verify and be responsible for all engineering, dimensions and conditions of the job. Contractor shall be familiar with the site and conditions it presents. The client must be notified of any variations from the dimensions and conditions shown on this drawing. Shop drawings and details must be submitted to client for approval prior to proceeding with fabrication.

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3.5 - Construction Materials & Environment

The sign concepts included in the Kansas City Regional Level of applicability for the Kansas City Region exterior environment uses: Vehicular Pedestrian Material Wayfinding System were designed with flexibility in mind when it comes to specific materials. Some jurisdictions Vehicular PedestrianMetal Material may choose to use materials that are more durable, PaintedMetal Surfaces yet also more expensive while others may prefer to PowderPainted CoatSurfaces Paint Surface use less expensive materials and replace them more VinylPowder Surfaces Coat Paint Surface frequently while still maintaining a cohesive system. Some considerations regarding materials are provided below. HighVinyl PressureSurfaces Laminate PoHighrcelain Pressure Enamel Laminate When designing a wayfinding system, the material Porcelain Enamel selection must match the environmental conditions Excellent Good Medium Poor in which they will exist. Specifications of durable Excellent Good Medium Poor materials for the sign program shall take into account the environment, temperatures, and climate within the Metals Midwest. In all cases, the manufacturer guidelines will be the primary reference for material suitability. Materials may be exposed to the following conditions:

• UV radiation from sun exposure Steel and aluminum should be coated to prevent weathering damage. Powder coating and anodizing will give an even • High-temperature fluctuation hard-wearing finish. Automotive-grade paint finishes include Axzo Nobel and Matthews paints and will appear in like- new condition for 10-15 years with proper maintenance. For longer durations, use materials in their natural finish such • High wind and rain as weathering steel or exterior treated aluminum. Compartmentalized (kit-of-parts) construction will enable major sign • Snow and ice components to be long-lasting. At the same time, graphic areas, which have a limited life due to change in messaging, can • Vandalism be made from a less durable material. Painted and direct print type graphic applications on Vinyl Surfaces (3M/Avery) pedestrian wayfinding systems prevent vandalism as many trail sign programs are in remote or less populated areas that are prone to attack. Other durable surfaces include digital high-pressure laminate and porcelain graphic panels. Both of these are Vinyl is an inexpensive way to implement a sign system but generally do not last more than a few years in most exterior used by the National Park Service UniGuide Sign Standards environments. Poor colors for a sunny environment include black, red, and green will get the most gradation and will be for implementation of durable signs, which are prone to noticeably faded in 3 to 5 years. Protective surface treatment includes UV resistant clear coat that may extend the life of the high volumes of hands-on touching by visitors. solid colors by a few years.

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3.6 - Sign Fabrication, Assembly and Installation Guidance

The family of signs that make up the Kansas City Regional Wayfinding System can be fabricated using outside vendors or created in-house depending on the materials selected and the in-house capabilities and equipment. The specific materials and sign dimensions for each sign are provided in the sign concept drawings provided earlier in this chapter. The basic assembly instructions are also presented in those drawings. Engineering for structure and wind-load will need to be done prior to fabrication. The specific colors to be used are to be determined as a construction documentation effort. The set of icons and graphics are provided in the table below.

Graphic Icons

P YOU

Etiquette

Pedestrians have the Right-of-Way Horses and Motor Vehicles prohibited

Keep Right and Pass on Left Keep pets on a short leash

Announce yourself when passing Stay on designated trail

If you stop, get o the trail Glass bottles are prohibited

It is recommended all users wear a helmet Keep the trail clean

Be visible – Protect yourself and others Watch out for ice and snow

Stop at intersections

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3.7 - Accessibility

Americans With Disabilities Act Character Properties Standards The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design provides Case specific guidance for the design of communication Uppercase, lowercase elements, including signs. The following standards from or a combination    Section 703.5—Visual Characters should be considered correct correct correct when designing wayfinding signs for outdoor use.

Finish and Contrast Signs are more legible for persons with low vision, Style as well as persons with color vision deficiency (i.e., colorblindness), when the value contrast (light vs. dark) conventional forms; Not italic, script, or decorative  between the characters and the background is kept high.  Fox This may be achieved by using light characters on a dark correct correct incorrect background or dark characters on a light background. Visual characters and their background should both have a non-glare finish. Consider additional factors that affect the ease with which the text can be distinguished from its Proportion background including shadows cast by lighting sources, Letter width 55% to surface glare, and the uniformity of the text and its 110% of letter height   background colors and textures. correct too wide too narrow

Weight Stroke thickness 10% to 30% of letter height    correct too heavy too thin

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Character Height MUTCD Chapter 9 Guidance Visual character and size requirements for legibility The Federal Highway Administration’s MUTCD specifies the standard for all wayfinding signs installed on any street, highway, bikeway, or private road open to public travel. Commonly referred to as “on-street” signs, the MUTCD states these signs should be designed so that:

• Legibility and size combine with placement to permit adequate time for response • Uniformity, size, legibility, and reasonableness of the message combine to command respect The MUTCD also recommends the arrangement and amount of text on on-street wayfinding signs:

• Decision signs should be limited to no more than three lines of destinations, which include place names, route numbers, street names, and cardinal directions. • A straight ahead location should always be placed in the top slot followed by the destination to the left and then the right. If two destinations occur in the same direction, the closer destination should be listed first followed by the farther destination. • Arrows should be placed for glance recognition, with straight and left arrows placed to the Character and Line Spacing left of the destination name, and right arrows placed to the right of the destination • Approved fonts for include the Federal Series (series B, C, or D), also known as Highway Between characters Gothic, and Clearview. at least 1/8" • A light-dark contrast 70% needs to be achieved between foreground (text and graphics) and background.

Around text Community Wayfinding Standards at least 3/8" Wayfinding signs may allow for an expression of community identity, reflect local character, and provide more information than signs which strictly follow the basic guidance of Part 9 in the MUTCD. Section 2D.50 of the MUTCD describes community wayfinding signs as follows:

Between lines of text 1. Community wayfinding guide signs are part of a coordinated and continuous system of 30–70% of character height signs that direct tourists and other users to key civic, cultural, visitor, and recreational attractions and other destinations within a city or a local urbanized or downtown area. 2. Community wayfinding guide signs are a type of destination guide sign with a common color and/or identification enhancement marker for destinations within an overall wayfinding guide sign plan for an area.

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Colors MUTCD Compliant Abbreviations Per the community wayfinding standards, color coding may be used on wayfinding guide Message Abbreviation Message Abbreviation signs to help users distinguish between multiple potentially confusing traffic generator Alternate ALT Miles Per Hour MPH destinations located in different neighborhoods or subareas within a community or area. Avenue AVE Minute(s) MIN Community wayfinding guide signs may use background colors other than green in order to Bicycle BIKE Mount MT provide a color identification for the wayfinding destinations by geographical area within Boulevard BLVD Mountain MTN the overall wayfinding guide signing system. Bridge BR National NATL The MUTCD prohibits the use of some background colors, known as “assigned colors,” Center (as part of a place name) CTR North N for community wayfinding signs in order to minimize possible confusion with critical, Circle CIR Parkway PKWY higher-priority regulatory and warning sign color meanings readily understood by road Court CT Pedestrian PED users. “Assigned colors” consist of the standard colors of red, orange, yellow, purple, or Crossing (other than highway) X-ING Place PL the fluorescent versions thereof, fluorescent yellow-green, and fluorescent pink. Green is Drive DR Road RD the standard color for guide signs. Blue and brown are also used for traveler information East E South S including destination and street name signs. The remaining colors are eligible for use on Hospital HOSP Street ST community wayfinding signs provided they are sufficiently different from “assigned colors.” Information INFO Telephone PHONE International INTL Terrace TER Green, blue and brown are approved for use on traveler information signs and have been Junction / Intersection JCT Trail TR accepted by some DOTs for wayfinding signs. The remaining colors not having restricted Mile(s) MI West W uses are appropriate for wayfinding signs per the community wayfinding standards.

Abbreviations Emerging Technology to Enhance Accessibility The integration of digital technology into everyday lives has created enhanced The use of abbreviations should be kept to a minimum when placing destination names opportunities for accessible wayfinding strategies. Accessible audio based navigation tools on signs. When insufficient space is available for full wording, abbreviations may be used. can communicate turn-by-turn wayfinding guidance to users through their smartphones, MUTCD accepted abbreviations are included in the table below. Unless necessary to thus creating inclusive experiences and promoting independent navigation for blind and avoid confusion, periods, commas, apostrophes, question marks, ampersands, and other vision impaired persons. Though this technology has primarily been deployed to date in punctuation marks or characters that are not letters or numerals should not be avoided. indoor environments, it beginning to be texted and implemented for use in public transit systems: • A 2019 trial commissioned by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority which employed open standard audio based wayfinding technology found that 95% of the study participants would be more likely to use public transit if the technology were deployed on a permanent basis. (source: http://www.wayfindr.net/wp-content/ uploads/2020/01/Wayfindr-LA-Metro-Trial-Report.pdf, accessed 3/18/2020) • Sound Transit in the Puget Sound region of Washington State is currently pursuing an Accessible Mobility on Demand grant from the Federal Transit Administration to implement an audio navigation system to enhance access both to and through transit stations.

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3.8 - Opportunities to Integrate Other Information Channels

The new wayfinding system should ultimately be linked to other informational channels that • Mobile Devices. The integration of technology into the wayfinding system will serve the Kansas City Region. The development of these information sources goes beyond reinforce the message of innovation as a core value of the Kansas City Region and its the scope of this project, but should be considered as future activities to enhance the technological and entrepreneurial spirit. Tourists, residents, and business owners now implementation of the wayfinding system. expect incorporation of these types of devices and applications. These wayfinding tools are a part of everyone’s daily routine. Consideration should be given to a variety • Regional Wayfinding Map. The development of a detailed map that uses a consistent of technological wayfinding approaches including end-user technology such as mobile style and that incorporates key routes, landmarks and consistent naming conventions devices and websites utilizing open available data sources. throughout the region will be an important future component of the wayfinding system to ensure that signs with maps are consistent and therefore easy for the user to understand. • End User Technology. This is the utilization of technology where information is This detailed view map would require coordination with land-use/GIS information. This communicated to users through their personal device (smartphone, tablet or computer). content could include landmark building footprints, amenities, restroom, food, accessible This concept does not require the region to invest in hardware or infrastructure and routes and street crossings. Stylistically consistent maps, like the one shown in this eliminates issues of vandalism, theft, etc. The only investment is in development of the example from Overland Park can be used across information platforms. software framework, content and ongoing maintenance (content updates). • Open-Data Philosophy. This transparency of information improves efficiency in city operations while encouraging the public and technology developers to create software utilizing the available data feeds. Best practices necessitate a series of data feeds that should be created or made available. This would encourage robust effort by outside developers to create usable wayfinding tools for visitors. Through the use of regional open GIS and planning data, as well as other information that may be available through partnerships with public and private institutions, a smartphone mobile application can be developed specifically for the Kansas City Region. The following types of data would be helpful to wayfinding and in some cases general tourism information: » Smart Phone App. A Kansas City Region multi-modal centric mobile application can help visitors maximize their experience while in the region. Unlike signage, which is stagnant in the environment, mobile applications allow a visitor to request, search and discover new and specific information at any point and time during their journey. In developing a mobile application there are overarching philosophies, as well as functional and design criteria that need to be established.

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» App Functionality. The mobile app can act as a hand-held “hub” that unifies the » Text Message Maps. Static orientation maps (at bus shelters, kiosks or on information of standalone apps for individual businesses/services into a single signs) can include a “text message number”. When keyed in, the user receives a app. The individual apps can also exist for people who are looking for specific return text message with information about the destination. This can be a short information. The mobile app will have a variety of categories, including things to message about events, hours of operation, or the best place to park, functioning do, events, hotels, attractions, shopping, restaurants, college campuses, hiking as a low-cost solution and little physical maintenance. The maps (and QR trails, bicycle paths, parking lots, services, emergency points and any other Codes) can both be integrated into existing infrastructure elements, such as bus point of interest (POI) in or near the Kansas City Region. It also allows layering shelters, bike racks, and existing poles. additional categories to a current location, so that one may discover other » Interactive Wayfinding, Interactive Screens, Kiosks, and Maps. There options related to a current search. “I am going to a museum…is there a bus stop are a multitude of products that can be utilized. This becomes a physical or bike trail nearby?” It also allows visitors to view and use other information extension of the Kansas City Region wayfinding system and website. These about a POI like a website, phone number and hours. signs may be located at key intersections and gathering points or integrated » Potential Features. The following are potential features that may be considered into a micromobility hub where biking, walking and transit options come within the mobile application. These may be integral to the data feed or provide together and also be used to assist with management of curbside uses.. This the ability to link to a third-party source. portal to information can provide real-time data, promote events and provide • Map-based location services with GPS downloadable information. These landmark elements become beacons of • Transportation mode option (bike, walk, transit, car-share, bike-share, auto) orientation and further reinforce the tech savvy attitude of the region and its progressive culture. The success of these elements is based on the usefulness of • Parking information (locations and real-time space occupancy) the content they provide, and the ability of the region to care for them physically • Attraction categories and content-wise. It is also important that the design reflects the overall identity • Retail promotions of the wayfinding system, so the elements are recognized as an extension of the • Events calendar and live entertainment schedules other elements implemented as part of the system. • Multiple languages - cultural tourism • Traffic reports • Current construction delays • Push alerts (Opt-In) • Local news • Post reviews of attractions visited • Facebook • Twitter • Customer feedback » QR Codes. QR Codes help visitors connect to specific information through scanning technology. Visitors scan codes using a free app on their mobile phones and are promptly directed to online information about events, parking, dining or shopping. The visitor is engaged at the maximum point of impact by using a device that is central to their daily lives, the mobile phone. Note these can only be used on non-roadway signs as they are not allowed by the MUTCD.

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4.1 - Wayfinding Placement Guidance

Consistent and appropriate placement of wayfinding elements helps to provide a legible wayfinding system while ensuring the signage elements do not create undue safety hazards. Fundamental Navigational Elements Many communities find that implementing a wayfinding system as a component of a Fundamental navigational elements are the foundation of a wayfinding system to guide pedestrian, bicycle and transit network enhances other encouragement efforts because it bicyclists and pedestrians to their destinations while traveling along designated facilities. provides a visible invitation to new users, while also encouraging current or experienced These fundamental elements include decision signs, confirmation signs, and turn signs. The users to explore new destinations. General guidance by the American Association of State MUTCD (Section 9B.20) provides standards relating directly to on-street bicycle networks, Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) regarding sign placement includes: but the same sign types and placement considerations apply to off-street shared-use paths. Design of fundamental navigational elements may differ from on-street, MUTCD-regulated • Guide signs may be used to designate continuous routes that may be composed of a facilities in that they may consider other modes beyond bicycles (e.g. pedestrians, variety of facility types and settings. skateboards, scooters, etc.), and opportunities exist for more flexible sign design and • Wayfinding guidance may be used to provide connectivity between two or more major branding. facilities, such as a street with bike lanes and/or sidewalks and a shared-use path. • Wayfinding may be used to provide guidance and continuity in a gap between existing sections of a facility, such as a bike lane or shared-use path. Destination 1

• Road/path name signs should be placed at all path-roadway crossings to help users track Destination 2

their locations. Destination 3 • Reference location signs (mile markers) assist path users in estimating their progress, provide a means for identifying the location of emergency incidents, and are beneficial during maintenance activities.

Decision Confirmation Turn

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Decision Signs Confirmation Signs Decision signs mark and are placed prior to the junction of two or more routes. These signs Confirmation signs identify designated routes. They build confidence by confirming that also inform users how to access nearby destinations. These signs include destinations the user is on the correct path or route, especially after turns. In on-street applications, that can be paired with distances in time and/or mileage, and arrows. Users can orient these signs increase awareness of bicyclists by informing motorists of their presence. themselves within the network based on key destinations including culturally significant Confirmation signs are an integral component of any trail or bike route network that landmarks, shopping districts, and other recreational facilities. To maintain simplicity, crosses roads, changes direction, and has intermediate access points between trail or route decision sign assemblies should not display more than three destinations. beginning or end.

Rectangular shape MUTCD D11-1 or D11-1c Standard color Standard symbols

Destination 1 Standard color Three destinations maximum, 2” text Destination 2 minimum, standard font and case Combines MUTCD D11-1 and D11-2 for shared-use Destination 3 Arrow shape, order and path applications location consistent

Standard color

Function and Content Function and Content • Mark the junction of two or more routes • Placed after access points along a trail or bike route network, as well as after decision or • Inform users of designated routes to access key destinations turn signs • Maximum of three destinations • Spaced periodically along a trail or bike route network to maintain a consistent level of confidence that users are still traveling along the same route • Provide direction and distance to destinations • Do not indicate a change in direction • May include travel times to destinations • May have informational or branding content such as the name of the route Placement • May include up to one directional destination (e.g. downtown) • For on-street applications, place 50-100 feet prior to a decision point; for off-street: 25- 50 feet. These are adequate distances for bicyclists and pedestrians to see and respond Placement to sign messaging. Exact distances will vary depending on context • After decision signs and decision points • Place at key junctions alongside a designated route to indicate nearby destinations • Locations where a designated route is not linear as well as after complex intersections (e.g. intersections with more than four approaches, roundabouts, or indirect routing) • Left turns for bicyclists require special consideration. The decision sign should be placed at a distance before the intersection based on the number of turn lanes the bicyclist • In off-street applications, approximately every ¼ to ½ mile unless another type of needs to merge across to make a legal left turn: wayfinding sign or pavement marking is present within the interval » Zero lane merge: 50 feet • In on-street applications, within 50-100 feet immediately following turns to confirm designated route » One lane merge: 100 feet • If the signed route is approaching a turn, turn signs or decision signs should be used » Two lane merge: 200 feet instead of confirmation signs

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Vertical and Lateral Clearance Pedestrian Wayfinding The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board and the AASHTO Guide for Wayfinding systems often relate to accessible routes and pedestrian circulation beyond the the Development of Bicycle Facilities provide guidance for safe and accessible design for designated shared-use paths and facilities addressed by MUTCD and AASHTO guidance. It the built environment. The following are standards that should be considered when placing is therefore important to consider technical guidance from the ADA in order to implement wayfinding signs. wayfinding signs and other elements that do not impede travel or create unsafe situations for pedestrians, bicyclists, and/or those with disabilities. Vertical Clearance On-Street: Vertical clearance shall be a minimum of 84” when adjacent to a sidewalk or on- Post-Mounted Objects street environment. Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear Off-Street: Vertical clearance shall be 96” high maximum (when overhanging the path), or distance between the posts or pylons is greater than 12”, the lowest edge of such sign or 48” minimum from the grade of the path to the bottom of the sign and 24” from the edge of obstruction shall be 27” minimum or 80” maximum above the finished floor or ground. the path tread to the edge of the sign when the sign is mounted adjacent to the trail. Protruding Objects Lateral Clearance Objects with leading edges more than 27” and not more than 80” above the finished floor or Lateral clearance shall be a minimum of 24” from edge of path or curb ground shall protrude 4” maximum horizontally into the circulation path.

12” MAX. 12” MAX.

27”-80” Required Clear Width

Overhead sign or other Protruding objects may not, in any case, reduce the clear width required for accessible traffic control device routes. Generally, this requirement is met by maintaining 4’ minimum clear width for people a) Minimum clearance for post-mounted objects maneuvering mobility devices. This requirement applies to sidewalks and other pedestrian circulation paths.

4” MAX.

Post-mounted sign or other traffic control device 2 ft 8 ft MIN. 2 ft MIN. MIN. 80-inch Overhead Objects: The bottom edge of overhead objects may not protrude below 80-in

4 ft MIN.

Edge of shared-use path X > 80” X

27-inch Max 12-in Max 12-in X > 27” X

b) Minimum clearances for protruding objects Freestanding objects Minimum AASHTO clearances for signs along shared-use paths in circulation paths Max 12-in Max 12-in Max 12-in Minimum ADA clearances for protruding, overhead, and post-mounted objects

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The previous pages summarize the Connecting Our Region planning process, provide gradually present information as it becomes more relevant. Disclosing information in stages concept drawings for the sign family types to be used, and present general sign placement relies on an agreed upon hierarchy of destinations. guidance and considerations. This chapter provides a high-level overview of the steps that The guidance below describes an approach for organizing potential destinations to which will be necessary to fully implement and coordinate the Kansas City Regional Wayfinding pedestrians, bicyclists and transit users may want to travel. Signs should follow a consistent System. Much of the work will need to be done at the local level and then coordinated approach throughout the Kansas City Regional Wayfinding System so the system is regionally to ensure consistency throughout the region. It is likely, that given the variation predictable and builds trust among users. Once a destination is named on a sign, it should in the sizes of the jurisdictions and their available resources, implementation may occur at be included on subsequent signs until the destination is reached. a different pace throughout the region. Potential destinations can be assigned to one of three groups based upon their usefulness as navigational references for pedestrians and bicyclists: 5.1 - Next Steps for Individual • Level 1 – City Centers & Districts • Level 2 – Regional Destinations & Landmarks Jurisdictions • Level 3 – Local Destinations The most immediate steps that should occur at the local level include: Level 1 destinations receive priority on wayfinding signs on local routes and corridors, followed by Level 2 and Level 3. Level 1 and 2 destinations are typically included on signs 1. Identify Key Destinations and Nodes of Access for bicyclists, and level 3 destinations are typically included on signs for pedestrians. Each local jurisdiction and community will need to determine the destinations that will Transit users may fall into the category of bicyclist or pedestrian depending on how the be important to sign using the wayfinding system. Once determined at the local level, the travel to and from transit stops. Destinations will be signed at differing intervals for routes and destinations will also need to be coordinated at the regional level to determine bicyclists and pedestrians, because bicyclists travel greater distances at higher speeds, which destinations have regional significance. In addition, naming conventions will need to while pedestrians travel at lower speeds and may stop more frequently to read detailed be regionally agreed upon to achieve consistency throughout the system. Most communities signs or maps. All destinations to be signed should be open and accessible to the public. will already have a sense of key pedestrian and transit routes and important destinations. The frequency with which the local jurisdiction plans to update their signs will in part Level 1 – City Centers & Districts determine the destinations they sign to. If they are planning to update the signs on an Level 1 destinations provide orientation for inter- and intra-municipal trips. They infrequent basis, it will be important to only sign to locations that are unlikely to change include city centers, historic, commercial, or cultural districts, and universities. such as parks and landmarks as opposed to businesses that may change more regularly. It Emphasis should be placed on districts providing a mix of services and attractions. will also be important for each community to identify key nodes of access, such as parks and trailheads, intersections, and points at which adjacent communities connect. Level 2 – Regional Destinations & Landmarks 2. Establish a Hierarchy of Destinations Level 2 destinations are specific regional attractions that generate a large amount of traffic. These include transit stations, major tourist venues, regional parks, open spaces, Once the key destinations for a local community have been identified, each community and major landmarks. should determine a hierarchy of destinations as discussed elsewhere in this report. It will be useful to think of various levels of destinations. Level 3 – Local Destinations Wayfinding relies on the clear communication of destination names that are consistent, recognizable, and legible. In many cases there will be more possible destinations than can Level 3 destinations are specific local attractions within a neighborhood. They include be included on a wayfinding sign, therefore a system of progressive disclosure is used to community centers, libraries, transit stops, elementary schools, and local parks.

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3. Develop Routes and Placement Plans 6. Sign Removal Plan After destinations have been determined it will be necessary to identify the key walking, Places that are installing signs where older sign programs exist should consider developing bicycling and transit routes to these destinations and to develop a corresponding sign a plan to remove the old signs and reduce clutter. placement plan for each route, and eventually for the entire local wayfinding system. 7. Determine Costs and Budgets for Implementation 4. Determine Proposed Sign Locations After destinations, routes and a local sign placement plan have been determined, local Plan for specific locations, installation allowances, overhead and underground obstructions, jurisdictions should then determine the budget needed for local implementation. and verify accessibility considerations and develop map with sign positions. budget with fabricator, graphic artist or general contractor for construction alignment with other associated projects. Opportunities for regional cost savings and potential regional funding sources are discussed in the following section on regional coordination. 5. Sign Location Plan For cost planning purposes, cost estimates for both fabrication and installation were Plot specific sign locations on a scaled map and verify approvals from regulatory authorities gathered from three different vendors and are shown in the following table. By using with oversight in the public realm. Sign location plans are typically provided in a graphic a modular, “kit-of-parts” design, the wayfinding signs presented in this report can be or geo-referenced mapping program to convey specific location and orientation. Each sign updated, maintained and repaired at a relatively low cost. Additional cost savings may be shall have a key to uniquely identify the sign. achieved by ordering higher quantities of signs and potentially having multiple jurisdictions order sign panels and other materials collectively.

Walton Signs Jones Sign Star Signs SIGN TYPE PRODUCT UNITS EACH EXTENDED EACH EXTENDED EACH EXTENDED A Pole mounted aluminum Blade sign 1'-6" x 5' 15 $ 1,100 $ 16,500 $ 1,375.00 $ 20,625 $ 1,600.00 $ 33,000,000 B Ground Marker 9" Diameter - 15 $ 320 $ 4,800 $ 1,200.00 $ 18,000 $ 800.00 $ 14,400,000 C1 Pole mounted aluminum Flat Panel 1'-7" x 5'-5" 15 $ 1,000 $ 15,000 $ 950.00 $ 14,250 $ 1,900.00 $ 27,075,000 C2 Boxed .125 w/Internal Frame 1'-7" x 9'-8" 15 $ 2,300 $ 34,500 $ 5,350.00 $ 80,250 $ 5,000.00 $ 401,250,000 D Alum Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-7" x 11'-5" 15 $ 3,700 $ 55,500 $ 1,750.00 $ 26,250 $ 5,000.00 $ 131,250,000 E Alum Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-7" x 11'-5" 15 $ 3,200 $ 48,000 $ 1,650.00 $ 24,750 $ 4,800.00 $ 118,800,000 F 5" Aluminum Pole 5" x 5'-10" 15 $ 1,200 $ 18,000 $ 1,050.00 $ 15,750 $ 1,800.00 $ 28,350,000 G Alum Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-2" x 13'-2" 15 $ 2,900 $ 43,500 $ 1,850.00 $ 27,750 $ 4,500.00 $ 124,875,000 H Alum. Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-2" x 8'-3" 15 $ 2,500 $ 37,500 $ 1,450.00 $ 21,750 $ 4,600.00 $ 100,050,000 Install -$ -$ $ - INSTALLS -$ -$ $ - A Pole mounted aluminum Blade sign 1'-6" x 5' 15 $ 600 $ 9,000 $ 950.00 $ 14,250 -$ $ - B Ground Marker 9" Diameter - 15 $ 600 $ 9,000 $ 125.00 $ 1,875 -$ $ - C1 Pole mounted aluminum Flat Panel 1'-7" x 5'-5" 15 $ 1,000 $ 15,000 $ 850.00 $ 12,750 -$ $ - C2 Boxed .125 w/Internal Frame 1'-7" x 9'-8" 15 $ 1,000 $ 15,000 $ 1,250.00 $ 18,750 -$ $ - D Alum Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-7" x 11'-5" 15 $ 1,000 $ 15,000 $ 1,250.00 $ 18,750 -$ $ - E Alum Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-7" x 11'-5" 15 $ 1,000 $ 15,000 $ 1,250.00 $ 18,750 -$ $ - F 5" Aluminum Pole 5" x 5'-10" 15 $ 1,000 $ 15,000 $ 850.00 $ 12,750 -$ $ - G Alum Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-2" x 13'-2" 15 $ 600 $ 9,000 $ 1,350.00 $ 20,250 -$ $ - H Alum. Panel wraps 5" Pole 1'-2" x 8'-3" 15 $ 1,000 $ 15,000 $ 950.00 $ 14,250 -$ $ - -$ -$ -$ Shipping Trucking 1 $ 1,400 $ 1,400 -$ Included PM PM - Time to coordinate 1 $ 3,500 $ 3,500 -$ $ 15,000 PA Permit Acquisition (city fees NOT included) 1 $ 1,400 $ 1,400 -$ $ 2,000 Design Design-Production Drawings 1 $ 1,100 $ 1,100 -$ Included Engineer Engineering 1 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 15%$ 57,262 $ 5,000 Survey Survey and Mapping 1 $ 1,400 $ 1,400 -$ TOTAL (does not include taxes and city permit fees) $ 401,100 $ 439,012.00 $ 472,000

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8. Message Schedule Determine messaging for signs based upon the best practices of wayfinding and regional 5.2 - Regional Coordinating Steps priorities described in this Guidebook including progressive disclosure, predictability and accessibility. Sign to destinations in a planned and consistent manner following guidance regarding nomenclature, abbreviations, etc. coordinated through the recommended regional Kansas City Regional Wayfinding System, a number of steps need to occur at the regional wayfinding committee. Message schedules are typically provided in spreadsheet format level to ensure ongoing coordination. with alignment to the sign location plan key to clearly convey the message for each sign, type, side and orientation. 1. Develop Memorandums of Understanding for Implementation. Using Operation Greenlight and other examples of regional cooperation, Memorandums of 9. Graphics Understanding between MARC and member jurisdictions should be sought to ensure the Develop detailed art and maps for the specific sign location. Some signs require custom activities below are well-coordinated. artwork and maps. This artwork shall be done by a professional graphic designer to convey legibility and accuracy of information for legibility. 2. Coordinate Implementation and Promotion of the Wayfinding System through an Existing or New MARC Committee. 10. Engineering/Site Analysis The existing Wayfinding Stakeholder Committee created for Connecting Our Region should Signs shall be engineered to verify structural need, construction needs for foundations, become a subcommittee of an existing MARC Committee or institutionalized as a new longevity and durability. committee that meets quarterly with the purpose of general implementation coordination and promotion of the Kansas City Regional Wayfinding System. Potential items that would 11. Fabrication benefit from coordination include: • Identifying key regional destinations for signing, destination hierarchies, naming Fabrication of signs should be done by an experienced architectural sign fabricator with conventions, and maps. experience in constructing, engineering and installation of similar sign programs. • Forming purchasing partnerships to leverage economies of scale when utilizing outside 12. Construction Administration vendors for sign fabrication and installation. A member of the design or client team with experience in architectural signage shall review • Forming partnerships to apply jointly for grants from regional funding sources and private the fabrication process including review of shop/engineering drawings to confirm design foundations. intent. Verify color and material samples. Confirm messaging final layouts and observe construction and installation. 3. Identify and Pursue Additional Funding Sources Where Needed. There are many ways to fund the implementation of the wayfinding system. In addition to 13. Maintenance local funding sources for individual jurisdictions signage, the committee described above should seek ways to fund this project as a region or through partnerships of adjacent Client shall develop maintenance plan and budget to ensure signs remain in suitable jurisdictions. The section below provides a number of different funding sources for which condition and are inspected annually for defects, vandalism and damage. wayfinding activities are eligible. By working together and proposing this as a system- In addition to the steps that individual jurisdictions should take toward implementing the wide approach to health and wellness, larger national organizations and foundations are more likely to fund this as a block grant program. Once this project is financially anchored, approach local funders, foundations and business to backfill any funding gaps.

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4. Coordinate Steps to Integrate the Wayfinding System into Other HUD National Forest Foundation Information Channels. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban https://www.nationalforests.org/grant-programs/ As mentioned throughout this report, it will be important to have a consistent look and Development’s Community Development Block Grant map feel between the signs of the Wayfinding System and other information channels. The program, from funds that are eligible to be used for Private donations can also bolster the printed Bicycle Map that MARC coordinates development of would be a great place to start non-CDBG funding. Many of the local family foundations implementing a cohesive look and feel to regional wayfinding information. Integration Website: organizations below could be approached to technology such as web and mobile tools will also require regional coordination. https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/comm_ bundle funding for signage. planning/communitydevelopment/programs The Bank of America Charitable Foundation, Inc. Use Case: 5.3 - Potential Funding Sources: https://www.telegram.com/news/20180115/ Hall Family Foundation Wayfinding Signage Funding southbridge-finds-its-way-to-funding-wayfinding-signs The Francis Family Foundation Transportation The H & R Block Foundation Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside https:// State Street Foundation, Inc. Grants and Partnerships www.marc.org/Transportation/Funding/FHWA/ Hallmark Corporate Foundation From Federal grants, to local and match grants this project could be funded in part by Transportation-Enhancements-Transportation-Alterna U.S. Bank Foundation applying to the following grant making organizations. The participating entities may also Health and Wellness William T. Kemper Foundation create partnerships with local private organizations, businesses, and schools to help fund BlueKC - (would need to apply via a 501c3) signs. https://www.bluekc.com/consumer/blue-kc/ Oppenstein Brothers Foundation charitable-giving.html Butler Manufacturing Company Foundation Aetna - (apply via RFP via 501c3) John W. and Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust https://www.aetna-foundation.org/ Sprint Foundation RWJ (upcoming) (would need to apply via a 501c3) The Shumaker Family Foundation https://www.rwjf.org/en/how-we-work/grants- The McGee Foundation explorer/funding-opportunities.html Illinois Tool Works Foundation Health Forward - (would need to apply via a 501c3) Miller-Mellor Association https://healthforward.org/grantees-and-applicants/ what-we-fund/foundation-defined-grants/healthy- Thomas S. Watson Family Foundation communities/ R. A. Long Foundation William G. Pomeroy Foundation - (would need to The Breidenthal-Snyder Foundation apply via a 501c3) https://www.wgpfoundation.org/apply-for-grant/ REI - (would need to apply via a 501c3) https://www.rei.com/blog/stewardship/rewilding- our-cities

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