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Town of Moultonborough

Town of Moultonborough. Safe Routes to School Startup Application. We Drove Today But…. Many Moons Ago…. But today……. Cars… Cars… Everywhere… Route 25: 14,000 ADT Route 109: 5,300 ADT Peak foliage & vacation: jumps >1/3 above!. The Study Area…. Sheridan Road East on 25.

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Town of Moultonborough

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  1. Town of Moultonborough Safe Routes to School Startup Application

  2. We Drove Today But… Many Moons Ago…

  3. But today……. Cars… Cars… Everywhere… Route 25: 14,000 ADT Route 109: 5,300 ADT Peak foliage & vacation: jumps >1/3 above!

  4. The Study Area…

  5. Sheridan Road East on 25

  6. Eastbound to School on 25

  7. Eastbound to School on 25

  8. Still Eastbound to School on 25

  9. Getting Closer

  10. Closer Yet…

  11. Almost There…

  12. Arrived: Blake Rd & 25

  13. East of Blake Rd

  14. Getting Closer to the Village

  15. Poor Site Lines & Many Driveways

  16. More Traffic & Curb Cuts

  17. Many More Curb Cuts

  18. Library @ Rt 25 & 109

  19. Rt 25 & 109 East

  20. Rt 25 & Old 109

  21. Rt 25 & 109

  22. Almost to Skyline

  23. Rt 25 & 109 to Balmoral

  24. Route 109 to Balmoral

  25. Route 109 to Balmoral

  26. Route 109 to Balmoral

  27. Route 109 to Balmoral

  28. Imagine the Possibilities…

  29. Route 25 Corridor Study Says… • (Two) areas of concern are….. Blake Road to Old NH Route 109 • “It is important that a pedestrian circulation / sidewalk master plan, including bicycle facilities and priority enhanced crosswalk locations, be considered for these village activity centers.” Source: Lakes RPC and Fay, Spofford, & Thorndike (April 2008) Page 14

  30. Blake Rd to Old Route 109

  31. The Price We Pay… • The Town…recently improved NH Route 25 to create a left turn lane onto NH Route 109, but… • the added left turn lane also makes it difficult for pedestrians to cross the highway. Source: Lakes RPC and Fay, Spofford, & Thorndike (April 2008) Page 32

  32. Nosing Out…

  33. Because…

  34. Again… • “It is important that a pedestrian circulation / sidewalk master plan, including bicycle facilities and priority enhanced crosswalk locations, be considered for these village activity centers.” Source: Lakes RPC and Fay, Spofford, & Thorndike (April 2008) Page 14

  35. From the New Master Plan… • Transportation team… • 1.) Need to develop “master plan” for trail system in town and overall goal of improving Walkability… • 2.) Connect neighborhoods and public facilities to encourage walking to school, recreation areas, the village and the library by… • Map existing trails • Improved pedestrian accommodation to create logical connections and provide safe walking opportunities  

  36. Imagine the Possibilities…

  37. Evaluation • Orientation & Kick-Off * Independent facilitator (LRPC) & speaker, (Mr. Corrigan??) for program overview * Standard student and parent survey plus supplemental to be area appropriate • Analysis Review * Compile & Present Survey (Particularly Parent concerns) * Map & Photo conditions in walkable/bikeable radius (unofficial travel ways) * Review of Master Plan, Route 25 Corridor Study & our Smart Growth Audit • Brainstorming & Solutions * Analyze physical and psychological barriers * Review potential solutions and increased walk/bike activity * Cost & Prioritize short term (no-cost/low cost) vs. long term infrastructure • Public Informational * Review the work and proposals with general public * Town & SAU Newsletter Our Goal: An environment where walking & biking to school are part of the social fabric

  38. Education • Flyer aimed at the K-8 students & parents • Law Day or Public Safety Services Day w/emphasis on Rules of the Road, Helmet & Bike Inspections • MPD/School Physical Education will partner for fitness spin coupled with a Bike Rodeo and Bicycle Ride event • MPD’s SRO will add to the Stranger - Danger & Officer Friendly curriculum, ongoing walking/biking safety component • Partner w/Moultonborough Cycling Club

  39. Encouragement Community award recognition for youth who participate and achieve established trip goals for walking and or bicycling to & from school Free Bike Tune Up Newsletter: SAU & Town Gift Certificates

  40. Enforcement SRTS posted at 30 & 40 mph. Speeding is greatest issue in SRTS zone Almost 1,000 speed stops annually w/in SRTS zone MPD will continue its presence & ramp up w/added (NHHSA) grants Continued use of Speed Radar Trailer & Increased Inititiatives

  41. Steering… Affiliation: Town Administrator Select Board Chief of Police Road Agent Superintendent of Schools School Board K-6 Physical Education K-6 Parent & Para educator 7-12 Parent & School Nurse Grade 4 Teacher Parent to Grades 4 & 5 Students Cycling Enthusiast (TBD) Village Center Business Person (TBD)

  42. Why Us? • Title 1 Eligible • 21.4% Free and Reduced Lunch • $51,729 Median Family Income (103rd was 70th) But… • We have paid the price for state route traffic flow • Committed to the concepts and… - Proven History w/Moultonboro Neck Pathway

  43. With That… Thanks For Your Time!

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