AN UPDATE ON...Roadway Type (# Lanes + Median Type) Vehicle ADT < 9,000 Vehicle ADT > 9,000 - 12,000...
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AN UPDATE ON
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WHAT MAKES A SAFE SCHOOL CROSSING?
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Successful school crossings are a result of a strong partnership between the City and school districts
• Engineering
• Education
• Enforcement
• Evaluation
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• Established guidelines determine the level of necessary improvements
• Generally, the more vehicles, higher speed and larger size of the roadway requires more improvements
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Roadway Type
(# Lanes + Median Type)
Vehicle ADT< 9,000
Vehicle ADT> 9,000 - 12,000
Vehicle ADT>12,000 - 15,000
Vehicle ADT> 15,000
SPEED LIMIT (mph)
<30 35 >40 <30 35 >40 <30 35 >40 <30 35 >40
2 Lanes C C P C C P C C N C P N
3 lanes C C P C P P P P N P N N
4+ lanes w/ raised
medianC C P C P N P P N N N N
4+ lanes w/out raised
medianC P N P P N N N N N N N
C: Marked crosswalk in school zoneP: Pedestrian facility enhancements including crossing guard, off duty police, offset crossing in existing median, 10’ SCHOOL XING pavement marking, fluorescent yellow-green signs, advance stop lines, fences and railing to consolidate crossings N: Substantial crossing improvements include installing a median, constructing a signal with pedestrian signal where warranted, or grade separating.
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• Each crossing is developed in collaboration with the school for appropriate location
• There is not a “one-size fits all” for pedestrian safety at any school
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• Education and enforcement is a shared responsibility
• PWT and APD work very closely with schools and provide outreach to schools regarding driver and pedestrian safety
• Driver and pedestrian distraction presents a significant risk to the success of school crossings
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• Continual monitoring throughout the first year following installation
• As needed thereafter in collaboration with the school to address concerns and determine any necessary adjustments
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CITYSAFE SCHOOL CROSSING
INITIATIVES
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• 4 independent school districts with 87 campuses
• Arlington ISD
• Mansfield ISD
• Hurst Euless Bedford ISD
• Kennedale ISD
• 10 charter schools
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• Guidance and support regarding traffic issues within and around school campuses
• Installation of school zones and crossings with flashers, markings and signage
• School zones established in the Traffic and Motor Vehicles Chapter of the Code of Ordinances
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• Safe Routes to School Program
• Street design and capital improvements
• Specialized pedestrian signal timing at major intersections
• Review school building plans on access points and circulation to prevent future problems; advise on the installation of needed safety and traffic control devices
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• Crossing guards are provided at all AISD elementary schools
• annual budget is $461,500
• 94 part-time positions
• recruit, hire, train and monitor
• Mansfield, Kennedale, and H.E.B. provide for crossing guards at their expense
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• Coordination with AISD to address issues regarding student pedestrian safety have proven successful over the years
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• Concern: students crossing Cooper Street midblock
• Actions: conditions observed, evaluated and discussed with AISD administration and TxDOT
• Results:
• applied for and received Transportation Alternative Program grant to install a signalized intersection at Cooper and Snooty Fox Dr.
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• Concern: students crossing Randol Mill and Fielder midblock in lieu of signalized intersection crosswalks
• Actions: conditions observed, evaluated and discussed with school
• Results: • 1) increased length of existing school zone
• 2) added a new school zone
• 3) designated additional crossing guard
• 4) advised the principal to remind students to use crosswalks
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• Concern: students crossing Park Row and Cooper
• Actions: conditions observed, evaluated and discussed with school
• Results:
• 1) improved drop off zone along Park Row
• 2) installed pedestrian signal technology at Park Row/Cooper intersection
• 3) added additional crosswalks
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• Offered to partner with AISD to construct a pedestrian signal on Park Row
• City would provide labor and heavy equipment
• AISD would provide materials (ie: signal poles)
• Offered training to school staff to serve as crossing guards
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• Concern: students crossing Lamar Blvd. and street lighting during evening events
• Actions: conditions observed, evaluated and discussed with school
• Results:• 1) currently installing additional pedestrian lighting
along Lamar
• 2) installed additional crosswalks, accessible ramps, flashers and signage
• 3) advised staff to discourage parent drop off/pick up along Lamar
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• Offered to partner with AISD to construct a pedestrian signal on Lamar
• City would provide labor and heavy equipment
• AISD would provide materials (ie: signal poles)
• Offered training to school staff to serve as crossing guards
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• Concern: students crossing Park Springs and Sublett intersection
• Actions: conditions observed, evaluated and discussed with school
• Results:• 1) omitted permissive left turn during school
times to reduce vehicle/pedestrian conflict
• 2) provided advance pedestrian walk phase before concurrent vehicle phase to reduce vehicle right turn and pedestrian conflict
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• Concern: inefficient drop off/pick up caused intersection delays
• Actions: conditions observed, evaluated and discussed with school
• Results:
• 1) worked with school to reverse direction of flow to allow more vehicle storage
• 2) advised school staff on managing internal circulation
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• Concern: students and parents parking along residential streets
• Actions: petition from residents with 80% concurrence and discuss with schools
• Results:
• 1) installed NO PARKING signs in many neighborhoods adjacent to schools
• 2) improved drop off/pick up circulation
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These city efforts occur very regularly and require significant staff time and resources and have made it safer for students at schools within the City.
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DISCUSSION