The following information is provided at the CalTrans project page under the tab: Demonstration Project FAQs https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-7/sr33-pavement%C2%AD-preservation-project
What is a demonstration project?
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A demonstration project is a temporary build project to test proposed long-term design solutions.
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What is the purpose and goals of the demonstration project?
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This project proposes to restripe a small section of State Route (SR)-33 to install a bike lane and a buffer zone in each direction. The purpose of the demonstration project is to determine appropriate usage for pedestrians and cyclists, as well as how the project will impact local businesses.
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When will the Demonstration study be completed and how long will it be in place?
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The project will begin Fall of 2023 and will last an estimated 6 months.
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Will the results of the study be available to the public?
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Yes
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How will the information of the project be shared with the public?
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Information will be available online.
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How will this project impact safety, vehicle travel time, parking, and business in the area?
The project will enhance pedestrian safety by improving the following:
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Constructing new sidewalks
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Constructing new bus pads and shelters with pedestrian access
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Installing high visibility crosswalk markings
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Installing five new pedestrian crossings
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Using Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) and Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) signals.
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The project will enhance cyclist safety by constructing a designated bike lane.
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The project will enhance motorists’ safety by enhancing the following:
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Installing new Asphalt Concrete (AC) overlay, thus, enhancing visibility and traction,
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Replacing all Metal Beam Guard Rail (MBGR) with the new Midwest Guardrail System (MGS) per latest crash specification standards
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Installing new pavement striping, reflective markers, and pavement markings
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Upgrading traffic signals, thus, enhancing visibility.
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What is the cost of the demonstration project and who is funding it?
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The cost of the project is approximately $375,000, not including additional support costs. The project is publicly funded by the State Highway Operation and Protection Program (SHOPP).
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What data will be collected during the demonstration project?
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Collected data includes the project impact on cyclists, pedestrians, and traffic data.
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Justify the lane configuration in correlation with accident rate?
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The project will implement complete street concepts per state policy by providing a designated bike lane and enhancing safety for all roadway user modes within Oak View community.
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Does the demonstration project show traffic pattern to change/improve with lane configuration?
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This data will be available following completion of traffic analysis.
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How would we determine if the Demonstration study is “successful”? What threshold would we use to gauge “success”?
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Success would demonstrate an increase in bicycle and pedestrian usage along with a reduction in traffic accidents.
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Will the larger project be canceled if the Demonstration study is “unsuccessful” or unpopular?
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The parent project will continue regardless of the outcome of the demonstration project as it contains other beneficial elements not included in the demonstration project.
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