MASTER PLAN
FINAL PLAN
Intended Outcome
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Give clear direction on priority locations and desired design treatments for inclusion in street repaving or reconstruction projects
Project Purpose
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Create a new Pedestrian Master Plan and update the 2009 Bicycle Master Plan by:
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Using innovative and representative public input process
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Considering needs of people who traditionally experience transportation disadvantages
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Accounting for transportation-related needs
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Identifying and recommending pedestrian infrastructure and policies
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This project is funded by the City of Albany and CDTC through its 2019-2020 Community and Transportation Linkage Planning Program
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ABOUT THIS PLAN
Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
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The Bicycle & Pedestrian Masterplan lays out Albany's plan for becoming a better city in which to walk or bike.
Executive Summary
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This executive summary provides an overview of the Draft Master Plan and outlines key challenges and opportunities relating to bicycle and pedestrian safety.
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VISION
More of Albany is served by walking and bicycling networks that are welcoming, intuitive, and continuous
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Walking, biking and transit are fundamental and viable transportation options that support a sustainable future
Albany’s streets feel safe and comfortable for all people who use them
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A culture of awareness and compassion supports all road users as they share the road
GOALS
Walking and bicycling are elevated as viable transportation options.
Policy makers, law enforcement officials, and roadway designers take responsibility for including walking and bicycling as part of the transportation system.
People using the streets in Albany posses a shared awareness of and responsibility for street safety
Community members understand and benefit from incorporating walking and bicycling in their daily lives
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan is used to inform funding programs
Walking and bicycling are prioritized to create resiliency in Albany’s transportation network
OBJECTIVES
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Identify a connected and continuous low-traffic, low-stress bicycle network that connects key destinations and is accessible to all Albany residents and visitors
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Identify a priority pedestrian network that connects Albany residents with the places they work, live and play
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Prioritize walking and bicycling access to transit
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Support excellent places to walk and bike for recreation
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Provide information campaigns that increase awareness of the benefits of walking and biking and promote walking and biking as part of active and sustainable lifestyles
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Reduce congestion and vehicle miles traveled by providing inviting walking and bicycling facilities
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Develop and fund cost-effective phased projects over practical time horizons relative to administration resources and capacity
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Prioritize projects that serve populations that will benefit most from them
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Develop Active Transportation Design Guidelines
TIMELINE
Jan-Mar
2020
Project Initiation and Data Compilation
Jun-Aug
2020
Dec
2020
Community Meetings and Demonstration Projects
Public Workshop
Apr-May
2020
Network Analysis and Assessment
Oct
2020
Jan
2021
Draft Plan with Recommendations
Final Plan
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EVENTS
Past Events
Public Workshop
Tuesday, December 1
6:30pm-8:00pm
This meeting was held via Zoom to review and discuss the Draft Plan.
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View Video Recording
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In September, the City of Albany will carry out demonstrations of bicycle and pedestrian projects to trial potential methods by which streets could be made safer and more enjoyable for people walking and biking. Two demonstration projects will take place, as outlined below.
Curb Extension Demonstration
September 11th - September 13th
Morton Avenue / Eagle Street
Temporary pedestrian curb extensions will be demonstrated at the intersection of Morton Avenue and Eagle Street.
Bicycle Boulevard Demonstration
September 18th - September 21st
Melrose
Temporary pedestrian curb extensions will be demonstrated at the intersection of Morton Avenue and Eagle Street.
To strengthen the biking and walking environment in the City, the Bike and Pedestrian Plan team has conducted extensive public outreach. Throughout the month of June, the Department of Planning and Development hosted six virtual meetings to discuss cycling and walking in the City. Each of the six meetings was based on a the grouping of neighborhoods below, and can be viewed below.
Bicycle User Group Meeting
Wednesday, June 10
6:30pm-8:00pm
Neighborhood Meeting #1
Monday, June 15
6:30pm-8:00pm
Center Square, Downtown, Hudson Park, Lincoln Park, Mansion, Park South, Pastures, Washington Park, Washington Square
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Neighborhood Meeting #2
Wednesday, June 17
6:30pm-8:00pm
Delaware Avenue, Lincoln Park, Mount Hope, Second Avenue, South End
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Neighborhood Meeting #3
Monday, June 22
6:30pm-8:00pm
Beverwyck, Helderberg, New Albany, New Scotland/Woodlawn, Normanskill, Pine Hills, Whitehall
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Neighborhood Meeting #4
Monday, June 29
6:30pm-8:00pm
Buckingham Lake, Campus Area, Eagle Hill, Manning Boulevard, Melrose, Pine Bush, Upper Washington Avenue
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Neighborhood Meeting #5
Wednesday, June 24
6:30pm-8:00pm
Arbor Hill, Sheridan Hollow, Ten Broeck Triangle, West End, West Hill
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Neighborhood Meeting #6
Thursday, June 25
6:30pm-8:00pm
Bishop's Gate, North Albany
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CONTACT
Contact Us
Advisory Committees
Citizen Advisory Committee Members
Alycia Bacon
Blaise Bryant
Aaron Corman
Dennis Gaffney
Jahkeen Hoke
Cliff Perez
Laura Travison
Technical Advisory Committee Members
Audrey Burneson
Martin Daley
John Darougar
Lindsey Garney
Brent Irving
Christopher Marini
Randy Milano
Bill Trudeau
Project Management
Zach Powell
Senior Planner, City of Albany
Carrie Ward
Senior Transportation Planner, Capital District Transportation Committee
Jordan Solano-Reed
Transportation Planner, Capital District Transportation Committee
Brad Glass
Director of Planning and Development, City of Albany
Yasmine Robinson
Deputy Director of Planning and Development, City of Albany
Poulomi Sen
Planner, City of Albany