2040 Comprehensive Plan: Envision Shakopee

facilities. Where separate bike/ped facilities are needed, sidewalk or trail construction should be incorporated into the timing of the reconstruction of existing roadways.

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CAPITALIZE ON SCOTT WEST REGIONAL TRAIL INVESTMENT The proposed Scott County West Trail alignment would run through Downtown Shakopee on 10th Avenue and Holmes Street. These segments of the trail are currently identified as bicycle boulevards, which typically are facilities shared by bicyclists and drivers. This investment by Scott County in partnership with Three Rivers Park District provides an excellent opportunity for Shakopee to implement a high-quality, signature on-street bicycle facility. On 10th Avenue, this investment may lead to an improvement of the existing on-street bicycle lane. A buffered or protected bikeway could be pursued to create a more comfortable bikeway on this moderate volume roadway. On Holmes Street, traffic volumes are lower, but a wide roadway contributes to high-speed traffic. Currently, there are no roadway elements to indicate that bicyclists are prioritized on this route. When on-street parking is unoccupied the roadway feels even wider. In addition to markings, traffic calming elements such as curb extensions, medians, or miniature traffic circles could create a bicycle boulevard that is comfortable for all users. COLLECT PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE DATA High-quality data is essential to inform decision-making and measure the Plan’s effectiveness in creating a safe environment for non- motorized users and increasing their connectivity and accessibility. Pedestrian and bicycle volumes in Shakopee are not currently collected. In nearby communities, this information is counted by

ENVISION SHAKOPEE | SECTION IV: BUILT ENVIRONMENT