Attachment A - Willits Lane Connectivity and Town Wayfinding Plan.pdf

The Willits Lane Connectivity and Town Wayfinding Plan is a comprehensive document prepared by the Town of Basalt, Colorado, detailing a multi-phase project to improve pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure along Willits Lane. The plan outlines three primary implementation phases: Phase 1 focuses on crossing improvements at intersections, including adding rapid flashing beacons, curb extensions, and advance warning signage; Phase 2 involves widening the existing multi-use path to 12 feet where feasible; and Phase 3 proposes adding on-street bicycle facilities with protected bike lanes and shared roadway markings. The project aims to enhance safety, connectivity, and mobility for cyclists and pedestrians, with a particular emphasis on creating a bicycle-friendly community that supports active transportation.

The document includes detailed cost estimates, with each phase having specific budget allocations: Phase 1 is estimated at $2,063,823, Phase 2 at $1,860,262, and Phase 3 at $9,224,203. Funding opportunities are explored through various federal, state, and local sources, including grants like the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program, Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ACIIP), and Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program. The plan also incorporates community engagement insights from multiple outreach efforts, including open houses, online surveys, and focus group meetings. The Town of Basalt is positioning itself to become a Bicycle Friendly Community, with the Willits Lane project serving as a key strategic initiative to improve multimodal transportation infrastructure and safety.