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Written Comments Written Comments 1 2 3 4 1027 S. Lusk Street Boise, ID 83706 [email protected] 208.429.6520 www.boisebicycleproject.org ACHD, March, 2016 The Board of Directors of the Boise Bicycle Project (BBP) commends the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) for its efforts to study and solicit input on implementation of protected bike lanes on Main and Idaho Streets in downtown Boise. BBP’s mission includes the overall goal of promoting the personal, social and environmental benefits of bicycling, which we strive to achieve by providing education and access to affordable refurbished bicycles to members of the community. Since its establishment in 2007, BBP has donated or recycled thousands of bicycles and has provided countless individuals with bicycle repair and safety skills each year. BBP fully supports efforts to improve the bicycle safety and accessibility of downtown Boise for the broadest segment of the community. Among the alternatives proposed in ACHD’s solicitation, the Board of Directors of BBP recommends that the ACHD pursue the second alternative – Bike Lanes Protected by Parking on Main Street and Idaho Street. We also recommend that there be no motor vehicle parking near intersections to improve visibility and limit the risk of the motor vehicles turning into bicyclists in the protected lane. The space freed up near intersections could be used to provide bicycle parking facilities between the bike lane and the travel lane, which would help achieve the goal of reducing sidewalk congestion without compromising safety. In other communities where protected bike lanes have been implemented, this alternative – bike lanes protected by parking – has proven to provide the level of comfort necessary to allow bicycling in downtown areas by families and others who would not ride in traffic. The available evidence also suggests that this alternative is the safest alternative. Accordingly, the Board of Directors of the BBP finds this alternative to be the most consistent with our organization’s mission to promote the personal, social and environmental benefits of bicycling, and recommends bike lanes protected by parking on Main and Idaho Streets. Sincerly, Boise Bicycle Project, Board of Directors BoiseBicycleProject.org 5 Ryan Head, ACHD Project Manager 3/10/2016 Ada County Highway District 3775 Adams St. Garden City, ID 83714 RE: Idaho Conservation League comments on the Main and Idaho Bicycle Lane Alternatives Study. Dear Mr. Head: Thank you for the opportunity for public comment on the Main and Idaho Bicycle Lane Alternative Study with the objective of developing a safe and comfortable route for alternative transportation. Since 1973, the Idaho Conservation League has been Idaho’s leading voice for clean water, air, and the open spaces. We work to protect these values through public education, outreach, advocacy and policy development. As Idaho’s largest state-based conservation organization, we represent over 25,000 supporters across the state, many of which care deeply about the extraordinary quality of life Idaho and Boise offers. Now is the time to invest in a system that supports citizen well being, healthy communities, connectivity and accessibility for everyone. Boise’s unique character is highlighted with a vibrant downtown, a world-class university and access to open spaces. By creating a convenient and easy system for bikes to move through the downtown area, it will only strengthen the livability for Boise residents, provide a showcase to those that visit, and keep cyclists safe. Knowing that each of the concept proposals have benefits and trade-offs, The Idaho Conservation League is strongly in support of the buffered bike lanes protected by parking. We feel that this concept builds space for bicycles and pedestrians, is easy to understand for motor vehicles, and builds upon a level of comfort that Boise already has with existing bike lanes. We would like to see use of planters and dedicated green space for the separation of auto traffic, and the peace of mind for those traveling by bike. Please do not hesitate to contact me at (208)345-6933 ext. 16 or [email protected] if you have any questions regarding our comments. Sincerely, Lana Weber Community Engagement Associate 6 7 GtvENs PunsLEY"" Attorneys and Counselors at Law Poirick J. Miller Allen Brion J Holleron 601 W. Bonnock Slreet Gory G. Ke6ti H. Kennedy Judson B. Monlgomery PO Box272O Peter G. Borion Don E Knickrehm Deboroh E. Nelson Boise, lD 83701 Chrislopher J. Beeson Neol A. Koskello W. Hugh O'Riordon, LL.M. Telephone: 208-388-l 200 Joson l. Blokley Deboro K. Krislensen Michoel O. Roe Focsimile: 208-388-l 30O Clint R. Bolinder P Mork Thompson Erik J. Bolinder Michoel P Lowrence A. Wor M.givenspu6ley.com Jeff W. Bower Fronklin G. Lee JeFFrey Robert B. White Preslon N. Corter Dovid R. Lombordi Jeremy C. Chou Kimberly D. MoloneY M. Reed, of counsel Williom C. Cole Kenneth R. McClure Angelo Michoel C. Creomer Kelly Greene Mcconnell L. Edword Miller Amber N. Dino Alex P. McLoughlin 208-38&1 209 L. Pu6ley ( 1940-20lsl Brodley J. Dixon Melodie A. McQuode Kenneth edmiller@givenspuEleY com A. Mcclure ( 1924-2ol l) Thomos E. Dvorok Christopher H. Meyer Jomes Roymond D. Givens ( 1917-2008) Jetfrey C. Feredoy L. Edword Miller Morlin C. Hendrickson March 28.2016 Mr. Kent Goldthorpe, President Ada County Highway District Commission 3775 Adams Street Garden City, Idaho 83714 Dear President Goldthorpe and Commissioners, The purpose of this letter is to provide comment on the Main and Idaho Bicycle Lane Altematives. We have had the opportunity to review the various alternatives with the City Staff. I would like to voice support for the Parking Protected Alternative on Main and Idaho Streets. It seerns to me that this modification will be the best for creating a vibrant and healthy downtown. As a downtown property owner and co-managlng partner of a 60 plus person law firm headquartered at 6th and Bannock, I have a significant interest in the functionality and aesthetics of downtown as a regional business center. We are seeing trernendous growth and private investment in Downtown Boise. I initially had some reluctance to creating the protected bike lanes; however, I am now quite convinced this facility, properly designed, has the potential to be an iconic piece of public infrastructure that significantly enhances the "Downtown Boise Brand" as the center of cultural, civic, and commercial activity for the entire region. Given the excess lane capacity that exists we would be missing a huge opportunity by not building this landmark facility. Our support of the Parking Protected Alternative is conditional: it is vital that these changes are properly implernented with intentional design and are connected to the larger bicycle network. Our support assumes that the design and implementation would be of a permanent jersey nature and finished with appropriate materials. The use of temporary materials, such as barriers and "candles", will not inspire confidence in the infrastructure and could be a disincentive to use, investment and appearance. 8 Mr. Kent GoldthorPe, President March 28,2016 Page2 excited by the We at Give,lrs Pursley are long time occupants of downtown; we are citizens. We commend the be,nefits this project will bring to our employees,clients, and fellow project and look Disfrict for its foresight in proposing this significant and forward-looking fonvard to its construction. L. Edward Miller Daren Fluke, City of Boise City 9 March 26, 2016 Open House – Bicycle Alternatives I recently attended an open house at the Boise City Hall to review the alternatives being proposed for bicycle routing through the City of Boise. The presentations with alternative paths were outlined on maps while representatives of the city were present to answer questions. Although this was a simple way to present the topic, I was hoping that elected officials and representatives from the various agencies would be making verbal presentations and taking questions. It seems this would have been a more interactive approach to the subject and would have provided a broader perspective for all in attendance to consider. After giving this matter serious consideration, I determined that the best question to ask of the representatives would be, how many bicycles currently pass through the core of the city on either Main or Idaho Streets on a daily basis and what is the comparison between this figure and car traffic? After all, it would seem the primary reason for addressing this issue would be the presence of a major need. The answers ranged from “well I am certain they studied this but I don’t know”, to “I am certain many more cars”. Residing in Boise for over sixty years, Main and Idaho Streets have always provided the primary east- west traffic lanes through the city. I guess that is why many of the parking garage access points are located off of these two streets. Retail stores once thrived in the downtown area lining the sidewalks along these primary arteries. With the closing of Macy’s downtown (replacing it with a school) and absence of any major department store, shopping is limited to small specialty stores of which operations are often short lived. I fear this new plan of bottle necking traffic flow by eliminating lanes or parking spaces will further impede any retail growth on both Main and Idaho by discouraging access to the city. Today’s temporary two lane restriction on Main Street due to construction should give all of us a look at the effect of two lane traffic on major arteries. After all, these streets provide primary access for downtown businesses, commuters, employees, entertainment and restaurants. In a past project, ACHD installed temporary bike lanes to test the concept. It didn’t take long to note that access to the parking garages by vehicular traffic crossing over the dedicated bicycle lanes created conflicts and safety concerns.
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