Highways
Highways
CAL TRANS REQUEST FOR PUBLIC INPUT
Date: February 3, 2021
Contact: Tamy Quigley
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Caltrans Calls for Public Input
on Active Transportation Plan Survey
REDDING — The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) needs public input on its active transportation planning process survey to identify locations for bicycle and pedestrian improvements on the state highway system. By participating in this localized map-based survey, the public plays a critical role in shaping the plan.
“As District Director for Caltrans District 2 with a long time career as a transportation engineer and active transportation advocate, I am excited about the direction the department is taking in elevating alternative modes of transportation to a higher level in the planning, project development, and maintenance of our state highways,” said District 2 Director Dave Moore. “Public input on this plan is crucial to the future development and the addition of bike, pedestrian and other modes of transportation access to our highways.”
The public survey will allow residents to tell Caltrans where improvements could be made to facilitate bicycling and walking on or near the state highway system. Survey responses will provide specific data about the type and location of needed improvements, allowing Caltrans to evaluate these locations in developing future projects.
Caltrans wants to align the state’s bicycle and pedestrian network with the needs of local communities, with an emphasis on improving social equity, reconnecting communities, and improving access for all modes of transportation, including people who walk and bicycle. Caltrans will be actively engaging with partners and community members in areas where historic transportation decisions may have created barriers to adequate transportation.
To find your District’s map-based survey, visit https://www.catplan.org/district-2
For more information about the Caltrans Active Transportation Plans, visit catplan.org/district-plans or email D2PIO@dot.ca.gov or D2BIKE@dot.ca.gov
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Traffic on Highway 36
Residents are researching the plans and status of traffic on Highway 36. With the proposed improvements associated with the multi-use path and potential increase in community walking traffic, it is more important than ever that our roads are safe. Questions about the need for additional safety measures to accommodate potential increases in walking traffic and truck traffic are being gathered and researched to be shared. Below find useful reference materials:
California State Highways Traffic Networks Map
10/8//18 Morgan Summit Curve Safety Project