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Home My WebLink About138-26 RESOLUTIONPage 1 113 West Mountain Street Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 575-8323 Resolution: 138-26 File Number: 2026-1786 A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN WHEREAS, in 2024 the City of Fayetteville was awarded a $100,000 grant by Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission through Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) for a comprehensive Safe Routes to School Plan for the City and the School District; and WHEREAS, Toole Design Group was selected to create the plan through a competitive selection process; and WHEREAS, the City and Fayetteville Public Schools staff, along with a Technical Advisory Committee, worked closely with Toole Design Group throughout the planning process; and WHEREAS, significant public input has been received for this plan, including online surveys with more than 500 responses, student travel tallies across sixteen campuses covering 3,000 students, and an open house event; and WHEREAS, the plan focuses on six key areas – Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Equity, Enforcement, and Evaluation & Planning – to address infrastructure needs around campuses, as well as policy changes and support programs that foster a culture of safely walking or biking to school every day; and WHEREAS, the plan identifies ongoing programmatic needs which would require dedicated staff capacity from the City of Fayetteville and Fayetteville Public Schools to implement effectively; and WHEREAS, this plan has been reviewed and unanimously approved by the Active Transportation Advisory Committee and the City Council’s Transportation Committee. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby adopts the Fayetteville Safe Routes to School Plan, a copy of which is attached to this Resolution. PASSED and APPROVED on June 2, 2026 Approved: Attest: _______________________________ Molly Rawn, Mayor _______________________________ Kara Paxton, City Clerk Treasurer Docusign Envelope ID: 56E3B042-A1E5-86AB-8350-9E8FDA398C3F Page 1 City of Fayetteville, Arkansas Legislation Text 113 West Mountain Street Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 575-8323 File #: 2026-1786 A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN WHEREAS, in 2024 the City of Fayetteville was awarded a $100,000 grant by Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission through Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) for a comprehensive Safe Routes to School Plan for the City and the School District; and WHEREAS, Toole Design Group was selected to create the plan through a competitive selection process; and WHEREAS, the City and Fayetteville Public Schools staff, along with a Technical Advisory Committee, worked closely with Toole Design Group throughout the planning process; and WHEREAS, significant public input has been received for this plan, including online surveys with more than 500 responses, student travel tallies across sixteen campuses covering 3,000 students, and an open house event; and WHEREAS, the plan focuses on six key areas – Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Equity, Enforcement, and Evaluation & Planning – to address infrastructure needs around campuses, as well as policy changes and support programs that foster a culture of safely walking or biking to school every day; and WHEREAS, the plan identifies ongoing programmatic needs which would require dedicated staff capacity from the City of Fayetteville and Fayetteville Public Schools to implement effectively; and WHEREAS, this plan has been reviewed and unanimously approved by the Active Transportation Advisory Committee and the City Council’s Transportation Committee. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby adopts the Fayetteville Safe Routes to School Plan, a copy of which is attached to this Resolution. Docusign Envelope ID: 56E3B042-A1E5-86AB-8350-9E8FDA398C3F Mailing address: 113 W. Mountain Street Fayetteville, AR 72701 www.fayetteville-ar.gov CITY COUNCIL MEMO 2026-1786 MEETING OF JUNE 2, 2026 TO: Mayor Rawn and City Council THROUGH: Matt Mihalevich, Active Transportation Manager Justin Bland, City Engineer Chris Brown, Public Works Director Keith Macedo, Chief of Staff FROM: Dane Eifling, Mobility Coordinator SUBJECT: Safe Routes to School Plan Adoption RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of a resolution to adopt the final draft of the Fayetteville Safe Routes to School plan. BACKGROUND: In 2024 the City of Fayetteville was awarded a $100,000 grant by Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission through Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) for a comprehensive Safe Routes to School Plan for the City and the School District. The Fayetteville Public School District and the City of Fayetteville each committed to $12,500 in matching funds for a total project budget of $125,000. Toole Design Group was selected to create the plan through a competitive selection process. The final draft of the plan was completed in April of 2026. DISCUSSION: Fayetteville’s public schools are a major contributor to traffic congestion, with more than 10,000 students traveling to and from school each day. Despite Fayetteville’s status as a Gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community, its extensive trail system, and ongoing traffic safety efforts, fewer than ten percent of public school students walk or bike to school. This plan focuses on six key areas—Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Equity, Enforcement, and Evaluation & Planning—collectively known as the ‘Six E’s.’ It takes a holistic approach to address infrastructure needs around campuses, as well as policy changes and support programs that foster a culture in which families’ choice to safely walk, bike, or roll to school every day is normalized and celebrated. Key goals of this plan are: Engineering and Planning: Address all infrastructure gaps within a 1/4-mile of every school and identify safe routes to each school. Education: Provide on-the-bike education to students K-6; Provide driver education for are givers at every school and driving students at high school. Encouragement: Provide walk/bike programming at all schools to help achieve the Plan's school-specific mode share goal, Docusign Envelope ID: 56E3B042-A1E5-86AB-8350-9E8FDA398C3F Mailing address: 113 W. Mountain Street Fayetteville, AR 72701 www.fayetteville-ar.gov increasing the number of students who walk, bike and roll to school by 50% by 2029. Enforcement: Ensure every school has full crossing guard staff and strict speed enforcement in school zones. Evaluation: Accountability is established to implement the Plan, including formal adoption by the School Board and City Council; Conduct an annual travel survey at each school. Equity: Allocate resources to school and students based on need and impact. The plan identifies ongoing programmatic needs—such as education, encouragement, and coordination across schools—which would require dedicated staff capacity from Fayetteville Public Schools as well as the City to implement effectively. City and Fayetteville Public Schools staff, along with a Technical Advisory Committee, worked closely with Toole Design Group throughout the planning process. In-person meetings were held with each school’s principals and included school resource officers, crossing guards, and bike education faculty. An open house event was also held at Woodland Jr. High School. Public input for this plan was extensive: online surveys received over 500 responses, and student travel tallies were conducted across all 16 campuses, covering more than 3,000 students. This plan has been reviewed and unanimously approved by the Active Transportation Advisory Committee and the City Council’s Transportation Committee. BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT: None ATTACHMENTS: 3. Staff Review Form, 4. Final Draft SRTS Plan April 2026 Docusign Envelope ID: 56E3B042-A1E5-86AB-8350-9E8FDA398C3F Comments: Purchase Order Number: Change Order Number: Previous Ordinance or Resolution # Approval Date: Original Contract Number: N/A Project Number Budget Impact: N/A Fund N/AN/A Account Number Project Title City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form 2026-1786 Item ID 6/2/2026 City Council Meeting Date - Agenda Item Only Staff recommends approval of a resolution to adopt the final draft of the Fayetteville Safe Routes to School plan. N/A for Non-Agenda Item Action Recommendation: Submitted By Dane Eifling ENGINEERING (621) Division / Department 5/11/2026 Submitted Date No -$ -$ Budgeted Item? Does item have a direct cost? Is a Budget Amendment attached? Total Amended Budget Expenses (Actual+Encum) Available Budget Item Cost Budget Amendment Remaining Budget -$ -$ No No -$ -$ 6/2/2026 Docusign Envelope ID: 56E3B042-A1E5-86AB-8350-9E8FDA398C3F Page 1 City of Fayetteville, Arkansas Legislation Text 113 West Mountain Street Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 575-8323 File #: 2026-1786 A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN WHEREAS, in 2024 the City of Fayetteville was awarded a $100,000 grant by Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission through Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) for a comprehensive Safe Routes to School Plan for the City and the School District; and WHEREAS, Toole Design Group was selected to create the plan through a competitive selection process; and WHEREAS, the City and Fayetteville Public Schools staff, along with a Technical Advisory Committee, worked closely with Toole Design Group throughout the planning process; and WHEREAS, significant public input has been received for this plan, including online surveys with more than 500 responses, student travel tallies across sixteen campuses covering 3,000 students, and an open house event; and WHEREAS, the plan focuses on six key areas – Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Equity, Enforcement, and Evaluation & Planning – to address infrastructure needs around campuses, as well as policy changes and support programs that foster a culture of safely walking or biking to school every day; and WHEREAS, the plan identifies ongoing programmatic needs which would require dedicated staff capacity from the City of Fayetteville and Fayetteville Public Schools to implement effectively; and WHEREAS, this plan has been reviewed and unanimously approved by the Active Transportation Advisory Committee and the City Council’s Transportation Committee. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby adopts the Fayetteville Safe Routes to School Plan, a copy of which is attached to this Resolution. This Safe Routes to School Plan was made possible through the Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission and the Carbon Reduction Program, funded by the USDOT. We are deeply grateful to the City of Fayetteville and Fayetteville Public Schools for their leadership and partnership in advancing safer, more connected streets for students. Most importantly, we thank the teachers, caregivers, and students whose everyday commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing continues to inspire this work and shape a more vibrant future for our community. design of any project. All results, recommendations, concept drawings, cost opinions, and commentary contained herein are based on limited data and information and on existing conditions that are subject to change. Further analysis and engineering design are necessary prior to implementing any of the recommendations contained herein. Plan prepared by: II | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL | III Asbell Elementary School ..................................................................................................... 47 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................49 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................51 .................................................................................... 53 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................55 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................57 Happy Hollow Elementary School ...................................................................................... 59 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................61 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................63 Holcomb Elementary School ................................................................................................ 65 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................67 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................69 Leverett Elementary School .................................................................................................. 71 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................73 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................75 Owl Creek Elementary School ............................................................................................. 77 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................79 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................81 Root Elementary School......................................................................................................... 83 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................85 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................87 Vandergriff Elementary School ........................................................................................... 89 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................91 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................93 Washington Elementary School ........................................................................................... 95 Infrastructure Recommendations .........................................................................................97 Program Recommendations ...................................................................................................99 IV | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL | V Appendix A: Program Recommendations ......................................................................... 145 Appendix B: Bicycle Parking ............................................................................................... 167 Appendix C: Project Recommendations ............................................................................ 169 Appendix D: Prioritized Infrastructure Recommendations............................................ 177 John L. Colbert Middle School ........................................................................................... 101 Infrastructure Recommendations .......................................................................................103 Program Recommendations .................................................................................................105 Holt Middle School .............................................................................................................. 107 Infrastructure Recommendations .......................................................................................109 Program Recommendations .................................................................................................111 McNair Middle School ......................................................................................................... 113 Infrastructure Recommendations .......................................................................................115 Program Recommendations .................................................................................................117 Ramay Junior High School* ................................................................................................ 119 Infrastructure Recommendations .......................................................................................121 Program Recommendations .................................................................................................123 Woodland Junior High School* ......................................................................................... 125 Infrastructure Recommendations .......................................................................................127 Program Recommendations .................................................................................................129 ALLPS School of Innovation .............................................................................................. 131 Infrastructure Recommendations .......................................................................................133 Program Recommendations .................................................................................................135 Fayetteville High School ..................................................................................................... 137 Infrastructure Recommendations .......................................................................................139 Program Recommendations .................................................................................................141 * Bicycle and Bike: these terms are interchangeable in the Fayetteville Safe Routes to School Plan and describe a pedal-powered vehicle upon which the human operator sits. The term “bicycle” for this Plan includes two-, three-, and four-wheeled human-powered and electrically assisted (e-bike) vehicles. Bike Bus/Bike Train: A bike bus or bike train is an organized group of riders— typically students and adult volunteers— who ride bikes together along a set route on a schedule, similar to a traditional school bus. Participants join at designated "stops" and travel as a group to school. Walking School Bus: Similar to a bike bus, a walking school bus is a group of walkers—including students and adult volunteers—who walk to school together on a set route and schedule. AASHTO: American Associated of State ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act ARDOT: Arkansas Department of Transportation DWS: Detectable Warning Surfaces, which include truncated domes, provide a continuous detectable edge between the pedestrian circulation path and the color that contrasts with its surroundings, helps to guide persons who are blind or have low vision FHWA: Federal Highway Administration FPD: Fayetteville Police Department FPS: Fayetteville School District HAWK: HAWK (High-Intensity Activated allow pedestrians to cross the road safely. HAWK signals operate in a YELLOW– RED–FLASHING RED sequence to alert motorists that pedestrians need to cross only operates when a pedestrian pushes the crossing button. Vehicles are free to move when no one is crossing the street. LPI: Leading Pedestrian Intervals (LPIs) are low-cost adjustments to signal timing to increase pedestrian safety at signalized intersections. An LPI gives pedestrians a typical 3- to 7-second head start before vehicles in the parallel direction are given the green signal indication. LPIs can help left- or right- turning vehicles. The LPI works to position the pedestrian within the crosswalk thereby decreasing the left- or right-turning vehicle ahead of the MUTCD: Control Devices VI | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL NACTO: National Association of City NWARPC: Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission Pedestrian Refuge Island: A median with a refuge area that is intended to help protect pedestrians who are crossing a multi-lane road. This countermeasure is sometimes referred to as a crossing island, refuge island, or pedestrian island. The presence of a pedestrian refuge island at a mid-block location or intersection allows pedestrians to focus on one direction of them a place to wait for an adequate gap second phase of a crossing. ROW: Right-of-way RRFB: A Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) can be used to accompany a pedestrian warning sign. RRFBs consist of two, rectangular-shaped yellow indications, each with a light-emitting diode (LED)-array-based light source. frequency when activated to enhance conspicuity of pedestrians at the crossing to drivers. Shared Use Paved Trail/Path: A bikeway physically separated from motor vehicle either within the street right-of-way (also referred to as a Street-side trail or sidepath), within an independent right- of-way, or within a permanent easement. Shared use paved trails may also be used by pedestrians, skaters, wheelchair users, joggers, and other active transportation users. Shared use paved trails are also commonly referred to as trails, paths, or greenways. Speed Cushion: A speed cushion consists of two or more raised areas placed laterally across a roadway. Unlike speed tables or speed humps, speed cushions have gaps (often referred to as "cutouts") between the raised areas to enable a vehicle with a wide track (e.g., a large emergency vehicle, some trucks, some buses) to pass though the SRO: SRTS: Safe Routes to School SS4A: The SS4A (Safe Streets and Roads for All) program awards federal transportation funds to regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injuries. TAC: Technical Advisory Committee USDOT: United States Department of Transportation - the Federal Agency responsible for overseeing, regulating, and supporting the Nation's transportation systems. FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL | VII 1 | 22 1 U.S. Census Bureau Quickfacts: Fayetteville City, Arkansas, U.S. Census Bureau, www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/ fayettevillecityarkansas/PST045224. 2 "Forward 2050: Regional Transportation Plan (Draft)." Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission, December 5, 2025, p. 26. 3 Quick Facts, University of Arkansas, https://www.uark.edu/about/quick-facts.php. As the largest city in Northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is widely recognized as the region's academic nexus, outdoor playground, and economic hub. Home to more than 103,000 residents 1—and projected to surpass 150,000 people by 20502—Fayetteville has evolved into the southern gateway of a rapidly growing region. Fayetteville's Public School District has grown in tandem. Spread across 118 square miles, the District oversees nine elementary schools, three middle schools, two junior high schools, one alternative school, and one high school, enrolling 10,171 students—nearly half of whom (4,425) qualify for free and reduced lunch. With more than ten thousand students enrolled in the District, and 34,000 enrolled at the University of Arkansas,3 thousands of students and families navigate Fayetteville's streets and sidewalks each morning and afternoon. Walking and bicycling are fun, healthy ways for students to get to school in Fayetteville. However, many students and caregivers do not feel safe walking or bicycling to school due to busy streets, missing sidewalks, unmarked crossings, or other barriers. This Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Plan recommends policy and programmatic infrastructure improvements that increase safety for—and increases the number of— children walking, bicycling, and rolling to school in Fayetteville. This SRTS Plan is aligned with several adopted City and District plans that collectively advance a vision of safe mobility, public health, and sustainability. These include the City of Fayetteville Climate Action Plan, City of Fayetteville Active Transportation Plan, Community Safety Action Plan, FPS mission, and FPS Sustainability Action Planning Goals. 3 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INTRODUCTION AND GOALS | 4 The SRTS program is guided by a comprehensive approach known as the Six E's, which together address the physical, educational, cultural, and students travel to school. Infrastructure improvements (e.g., signage, crosswalks, signals, etc.) designed to improve the safety of people walking, bicycling, and driving along school routes. Classes and activities that teach children (and their parents) bicycle, pedestrian bicycling and walking, the best routes to get to school, and the positive impacts these activities have on personal health and the environment. Events and activities that spark interest in both parents and students in walking and bicycling to school. Encouragement programs reward participation, build excitement about walking and bicycling, and inform children and adults about walking to school. Listening to children, families, school staff and community partners to build creative, equitable, and meaningful engagement opportunities into the program structure. The public typically thinks of In fact, enforcement, especially for SRTS programs, is a network of community members working together to promote safe walking, bicycling and driving. This can be accomplished through safety awareness, education and, where necessary, the use of ticketing for dangerous behaviors. Enforcement includes students, parents, adult school crossing guards, school personnel and neighborhood watch programs all working in conjunction with law enforcement. Evaluation helps understand the underlying issues that need to be addressed and inform how the projects and programs of each of the other "Five Es" can be most effective. Strategies also assess programs as they are implemented and adjusts to meet the needs of school communities. Equity ensures that SRTS initiatives additional attention toward addressing barriers and ensuring safe and healthy outcomes for lower-income students, students of color, and others that face Toole Design Group met with the Plan's Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) to listen, discuss, and share progress as the project developed. The TAC collaborated on a guiding vision for the Plan, agreeing on the following statement: "We envision safe and accessible routes to school that encourage active travel and help everyone." To account for differences in school location, size, and enrollment, this Plan goal: a 50% increase in walking, bicycling, and rolling on each campus—from current mode share splits observed today, to those observed three years after the Plan's adoption. The goal will measure the percentage of students walking, bicycling, or rolling on a fair weather day. Accurate progress depends on proper evaluation practices, including an annual travel tally performed at a similar time each year during a fair weather week. The goals of the Plan relate to the Six E's described previously: Address all infrastructure gaps within a 1/4-mile of every school and identify safe routes to each school. Provide on-the-bike education to students K-6; Provide driver education for caregivers at every school and driving students at high school. Provide walk/bike programming at all schools to help achieve the Plan's increasing the number of students who walk, bike and roll to school by 50% by 2029. Ensure every school has full crossing guard staff and strict speed enforcement in school zones. Accountability is established to implement the Plan, including formal adoption by the School Board and City Council; Conduct an annual travel survey at each school. Allocate resources to school and students based on need and impact. 5 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INTRODUCTION AND GOALS | 6 In Fayetteville’s Safe Routes to School effort, the School District and the City collaborative roles. The Fayetteville Public Schools District anchors the initiative by engaging students, families, and staff, identifying safety concerns near campuses, gathering community input, integrating walking and bicycling education into curricula, and promoting safety and connectivity on school campuses. Their day-to-day connection with families ensures that the program responds directly to student needs and lived experiences. The City of Fayetteville Engineering Division leads the technical and infrastructure components of the program. Their responsibilities include designing and implementing improvements such as sidewalks, shared measures, and ensuring projects align with best practices and long-range transportation plans. Their expertise transforms community priorities into functional and high-quality infrastructure. The Fayetteville Police Department (FPD) supports SRTS by focusing on safety, IMAGE 1.1 Bike to School Day 2025 at Holt Middle School help enforce speeding in school zones, can educate students and drivers about safe behaviors, and provide crash reports that can inform transportation safety decisions. Their involvement strengthens safety during peak travel periods and helps address concerns raised by families or school administrators. The Parks and Recreation Department contributes by maintaining and enhancing the City’s active transportation network on park property, many of which can form key off-street connections near schools. Their stewardship ensures that these routes remain accessible, comfortable, and well-integrated into the broader walking and bicycling network serving students. City of Fayetteville Code Enforcement provides an additional layer of support by helping ensure that the built environment around schools adheres to city ordinances and safety standards. Their work includes addressing issues such as overgrown vegetation, obstructed sidewalks, or property-related hazards that may impede safe travel. By responding to complaints and proactively identifying barriers along school routes, Code Enforcement helps maintain safe and accessible pathways for students. The success of Fayetteville’s SRTS program relies on ongoing, proactive cooperation between the School District and multiple City departments. Rather than working independently in parallel, these partners operate as an integrated team—sharing information, coordinating on project priorities, and aligning efforts to support student safety and mobility. A coordinated approach ensures that each partner’s strengths reinforce the others. The cooperative framework also increases efforts, speeding up problem solving, and strengthening community trust in the SRTS program. The SRTS Plan was funded by a $100,000 grant from the Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Carbon Reduction Grant (CRP) fund. The City and FPS funded the required 20% match equally, each providing $12,500. Funding for the various efforts under SRTS can come from various sources. Currently, off-campus infrastructure projects may be funded by the City through the City’s budget, the Bond Program, federal Formula Grants, or federal discretionary funding. The City funds infrastructure up to but not on school property. FPS funds on-campus improvements using its own budget, supported by the local millage rate, and is also eligible for federal Formula Grants, federal discretionary funding, and state funding. The City and FPS have historically shared as seen by the recent Midtown Corridor completion up to (but not including) Woodland Junior High property. City Mobility Coordinator have provided bicycle safety education throughout the years. 7 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INTRODUCTION AND GOALS | 8 9 | 10 10 The Plan was developed through a phased process detailed below: To support the creation of the Plan and help stakeholders better understand how students travel to and from school, Toole Design conducted in-depth data collection at each of the sixteen FPS Buildings. This process, conducted over the course of the 2024-2025 school year, involved an audit of existing walking and bicycling dismissal. It also included an online Fayetteville SRTS Community Survey and interactive map that were open to the community and distributed by the City, district, and individual schools to gather information and feedback from parents, students, staff, and the larger community. Finally, the project team met with leadership and stakeholders at each school and conducted classroom travel tallies during the spring of 2025 to for each campus. On December 9 - 11, 2024, three two- person teams visited all sixteen schools to observe arrival and dismissal. Personnel positioned themselves at the primary entrances and exits of schools either at arrival and/or dismissal and recorded observations, including: Travel patterns for passenger vehicles, buses, and students walking and bicycling Safety concerns associated with arrival and dismissal Existing infrastructure and potential improvements Programs currently in place that are focused on active transportation Observations recorded the location of crossing guards, improved crossings, Grant Awarded Travel observations and infrastructure audits performed Analysis performed and plan elements developed Plan drafted and presented Community survey, school survey, and school meetings and adopted 11 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT | 12 walking/cycling routes, and more. Approximate counts of students walking and cycling were also recorded. These observations are summarized in Section 7 - Campus Assessments and Recommendations. The project team created base maps showing a quarter-mile radius around each school to capture the street network most likely to be used by students and families who walk or bike to school. By identifying key routes and critical school crossings, the team was able to focus its observation of travel behaviors and evaluate infrastructure needs at the locations where multiple travel modes is highest. This approach prioritized and comfort of the greatest number of students. After key walking and cycling routes observations, a four-person team of planners and engineers conducted a walk audit to assess existing pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure along these routes and critical crossings near each school. These SRTS safety audits centered on the travel needs of children and youth, recognizing that their cognitive and physical abilities differ from adults, increasing both the likelihood of errors and vulnerability to crash forces. The audits also acknowledged that school are unique destinations —places where large numbers of children and high activity levels occur in short arrival and dismissal windows—and that they often function as community hubs with facilities used beyond the school day. designed to improve access and safety for all travel modes (Asbell Elementary above) A community survey was distributed via diverse channels through the City, FPS, and community partners. The project team collected a total of 593 responses, with a 74% completion rate. community feedback regarding barriers and opportunities to increasing safe walking and bicycling to school at the sixteen existing Fayetteville Public School campuses. The survey also inquired about safety and mobility concerns around the sites of two new public schools planned for construction in the coming few years. For open-ended feedback, results were categorized into broad safety themes behavior concerns. Fayetteville SRTS Community Survey will support infrastructure audits, school observations, and other data sources compiled or evaluated, all of which will serve as the foundation for infrastructure, policy, and programming recommendations in the Fayetteville SRTS Action Plan. Participants were asked a series of questions to identify their household and Public Schools (FPS) in general and with individual schools. A strong majority 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% Student Parent Alumni Staff Faculty Fayetteville Resident Other 49% 44% 75% 10%6% 7%4% 13 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT | 14 (75%) indicated that they are parents of FPS students, half indicating they are residents, and another 47% identifying as households with students. Smaller and faculty. Nearly all participants (88%) indicated FPS campuses, with the highest school-based rates of participation from Fayetteville High School and Happy Hollow Elementary, at 20% and respectively. Note that respondents were allowed to check all options that apply, allowing for overlapping characteristics for each response. To establish a general sense of modes of travel to and from school, participants were asked to identify all the ways they or their children got to and from school in the previous month. A strong majority (88%) selected “Drive to/from school,” that they walked (25%), bicycled (20%), or took the school bus (27%) during that time frame. Additionally, 18% responded that they walk to or from a remote drop- off location near their school, rather than being driven directly to or from the campus. Walk Bicycle School Bus Activity Bus Public Transit Drive Remote drop-off E-scooter Other 88% 25% 20% 27% 3%1% 18% 1%2% FIGURE 2.2 Distribution of travel modes to and from school over a one month period Walk Bicycle School Bus Activity Bus Public Transit Drive to/from School Walk to/from remote drop-off E-scooter Other Arrival (AM) Dismissal (PM) Travel Modes to and from School 8% 4% 10% 1% 73% 2%1%1%12% 4% %18 3% 1%51% 8%1%2% 20% 23% 1% 36% 4% 1%3% Preferred Travel Mode to and from School FIGURE 2.3 AND 2.4 Existing and preferred travel patterns to/from school. A larger share of students choose to walk, roll, and/or bike at dismissal (PM) than arrival (AM). 12% 15 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT | 16 When respondents were asked what would be the most impactful change to increase students walking and cycling, several themes arose: 1. Safe Infrastructure Continuous sidewalks Protected bike lanes (physical barriers preferred) Multiuse trails reaching more neighborhoods beacons, raised crossings) Bridges/tunnels over major arterial roads Better lighting Wider sidewalks with buffers from motor vehicles Mission Boulevard and Crossover Road M.L.K. Boulevard and Stadium Street Rolling Hills Drive Old Missouri Road College Avenue Joyce Boulevard and Crossover Road Township Street and Vandergriff Drive 2. Improve Safety and Enforcement especially in school zones Police presence during arrival/ dismissal More crossing guards (e.g., speed cushions, enforcement cameras) 3. School Siting and Land Use Build schools in neighborhoods rather than on major arterials Add more smaller schools to reduce distance from students’ homes Increase housing density near schools 4. Culture, Education, and Programs Group travel for safety (walking school buses/bike trains) Parent or volunteer supervision Community campaigns encouraging walking/cycling Incentives for students who walk/ bike Educating drivers about yield-to- pedestrian law Addressing crime/homelessness concerns along walking routes 5. Reduce Car Dependence Restrict parent pick-up/drop-off for close-in families Improve public transit options IMAGE 2.2 A morning bike commute to Root Elementary School TABLE 2.1 Travel mode by grade (Kindergarten - Eighth) Grade Walk Bike Scooter Bus Carpool Car Other Kindergarten 8% 1% 0% 21% 2% 65% 3% First 8% 1% 0% 21% 4% 61% 5% Second 7% 2% 1% 23% 3% 60% 4% Third 7% 1% 0% 26% 3% 61% 2% Fourth 7% 1% 1% 29% 3% 57% 3% Fifth 5% 4% 0% 47% 3% 39% 1% Sixth 6% 3% 0% 45% 3% 41% 2% Seventh 1% 0% 0% 27% 16% 56% 0% Eighth 1% 0% 1% 21% 13% 63% 0% As part of the data collection effort, home- room teachers across the District used a Google Form to measure morning and afternoon transportation modes and to identify opportunities for improvement. Results for individual schools can be seen in Section 7 - Campus Assessments and Recommendations. Unfortunately, data is not available for Fayetteville High School, ALLPS, and Ramay Junior High School. Across almost all schools, walking and cycling was observed to be considerably higher in the afternoon than in the morning. With many caregivers working in the afternoon, and with pick-up lines longer and more time consuming than morning drop-off, it is common for parents to allow their children to walk home after being dropped off in the morning. Transportation by car was lowest in respectively. It is at this age that bicycling was observed to be highest (3-4%). Crash data for the most recent period (2019-2024) was obtained from the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT). Crashes were analyzed to determine the frequency of occurrence within a quarter mile of each school. As part of the public engagement phase, an interactive map was published to allow community members to submit locations where they feel safe or unsafe. Respondents also had the opportunity to propose possible improvements to be made. In total, 159 comments were made on the interactive map. Anonymized student residence data was provided limited to the data latitude, longitude, and school of attendance. This allowed for an analysis of how many students live in proximity to the schools they attend. 17 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT | 18 I think bringing back a bike train would be helpful. Have a parent or volunteer that would lead kids to school on bikes could be a success. Dedicated crossing guards. We have lights and a crosswalk near our house and drivers still Better enforcement of school zone speeds, as well as area roads near schools that would be used to walk/bike. I drive through 3-4 every morning on my way to work and see people driving too fast all the time with no police presence. More groups coming together to make it safer and easier and less ‘out of the norm.’ Some incentives or recognition for those that do choose to ride or walk could help encourage this as well! I’m excited about this! The district needs to give junior high and high school kids access to lockers at school where they can store their belongings. Forcing kids to carry all of their belongings every day to/from school in very heavy backpacks, is a barrier to biking and walking to school. Protected bike lanes on major streets and people blowing through red lights or making right turns on red and not being mindful of walkers or bikers. The elementary student population that lives in the neighborhood south of Rolling Hills Drive could easily walk to school but trying to cross Rolling Hills anywhere between College Avenue and Old Missouri Road is taking your life in your hands. I wish there was a critical mass of kids/parents going to school on bikes or walking together at the same time and same route. If there were enough of us, we could keep each other safe. Or even if we could have a designated Enforcing speed limits. Lighting. I absolutely would not let my children walk in the fall or winter in the current pitch black of the route. Need high-visibility for safety from cars and predators or bullies. A Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) was formed to involve key stakeholders in the development of the Plan. The Committee’s role was to provide guidance, represent perspectives of their organizations, keep their organizations informed about Plan activities, assist with public outreach, and to review materials related to the Plan. The TAC included the following members: City of Fayetteville Public Works Director Director of Parks, Natural Resources, and Cultural Affairs GIS Director Mobility Coordinator Fayetteville Public School Board Fayetteville Public Schools Superintendent Deputy Superintendent Outdoor Education and Sustainability Specialist Safety Program Director Director of Transportation Director of Student Health Fayetteville Public Education Department Executive Director Fayetteville Police Department Community-Oriented Policing Division Administration Special Operations Division Lead Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) Bicycle-Pedestrian Coordinator Two meetings were convened involving and the second to review the draft was held in December 2024 to introduce the project, engagement strategy, IMAGE 2.3 StoryMap of Fayetteville Safe Routes to School Action Plan 19 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT | 20 and planned school observations and infrastructure assessments. Additionally, a visioning exercise was facilitated in order to develop a draft vision statement and goals of the Plan. The second meeting was held in January 2025 to review the draft Plan, including the proposed vision statement and recommendations (infrastructure, programs, and policies) and concept- level cost opinions. Feedback gathered from members of the TAC were used to further strengthen the Plan. In April and May 2024, the project team met with the principals, assistant principals, and PE teachers of all sixteen schools to discuss preliminary school leadership, learn about existing programs and operations, and identify opportunities. The meetings often crossing guard positions, to what degree bicycle education is provided, and described coordination with SROs. In May 2024 at the FPS Sustainability Summit, SRTS was introduced as a key strategy for advancing the District’s broader sustainability goals. Framed within FPS’s commitment to deepening its environmental practices, SRTS was presented as both a health and climate- forward initiative that can reduce vehicle trips, improve air quality, and support active, independent children. In September 2024, the project team met with the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent to discuss the Plan. The group discussed speed enforcement on school property, existing and potential programs, funding mechanisms for infrastructure recommendations, and goal alignment between the City and School District. A website for the project was developed as a StoryMap in January 2025 and published in February. The website highlighted the purpose of the Plan and invited users to share their feedback through the public survey and interactive map. IMAGE 2.4 “Fayetteville seeks resident input Arkansas Democrat Gazette, April 10, 2025. Multiple news outlets highlighted Fayetteville’s Safe Routes to School initiative, giving it broad regional visibility. Coverage from 5NEWS, KNWA FOX24, the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, and the Fayetteville Flyer emphasized the project’s goals— safer walking and bicycling for students—and the City’s call for public input. Together, these stories showed strong media interest and helped build community awareness and engagement around the planning effort. In February 2026, as recommendations for public was invited to join an open house to share feedback on the infrastructure and programming recommendations proposed at each school. A kids zone gave children the chance to ride bikes through an obstacle course, color SRTS-themed handouts, and play other games. Participants reviewed the Plan's major themes and outcomes and shared feedback on implementation. IMAGE 2.5 Catered food and kids' activities helped draw caregivers and students to the Fayetteville SRTS Plan Open House at Woodland Junior High, February 2026. 21 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT | 22 23 | 2424 As the City continues to advance its goal of expanding the trail network to reach 97% of residents by 2040, neighborhood from improved connectivity. Recent trail projects have enhanced access to several Fayetteville Public Schools, including Root Elementary (Mission Sidepath, 2025), Woodland Junior High (Midtown Corridor, 2025), and Holcomb Elementary (Clabber Creek Trail, 2021). Since the City does not construct trails on FPS property, collaboration is required so that trails continue past a school's property line and connect trail users to school entrances and safe crossings. Once constructed, on-campus connections vary in design and consistency. In these cases, trails are often built near the school, but they lack a result, many campus connections are underutilized as reliable school travel routes for students and families. Many of Fayetteville’s older school campuses were designed and constructed prior to the widespread adoption of modern accessibility standards. As a result, they often lack continuous sidewalk networks within the campus and between buildings. While sidewalks may connect primary entrances to parking areas, routes between doors are frequently incomplete, requiring students, staff, and caregivers to navigate parking lots or drive aisles. Curb ramps may also be missing or outdated, interrupting accessible paths of travel. These conditions can create challenges for people using wheelchairs or mobility devices and raise safety concerns for all pedestrians and bicyclists. Similar gaps in sidewalk connectivity and curb ramp infrastructure can also be found in some of the older neighborhoods surrounding school campuses. While the City funds annual sidewalk and trail construction programs, ramp repairs and sidewalk gap closures have historically focused on locations that are both highly impactful and feasible to construct. As these programs progress, remaining gaps often involve additional complexity, infrastructure. Fayetteville Public Schools takes a comprehensive, collaborative approach to student safety that combines prevention, preparedness, and community partnership. A key element of this effort is the district’s in partnership with the Fayetteville Police Department. Trained SROs are assigned to schools throughout the district, where they support campus safety, build positive relationships with students, and provide education and mentorship alongside their law enforcement role. FPS also maintains district-wide safety protocols focused on prevention, controlled building access, emergency preparedness, and clear communication. These measures are regularly reviewed to align with best practices and are supported by a culture 25 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL DISTRICT-WIDE FINDINGS | 26 that encourages reporting and early intervention. Community partnerships further strengthen these efforts. The Safer Fayetteville initiative, supported by the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation, helps fund additional safety resources and enhancements, including updated safety technology and access to online tools to support digital safety for families. Applying even a fraction of the resources dedicated to campus safety toward transportation wellbeing of students. Housed under FPS Facilities Management, the Maintenance Department is responsible for the physical management and upkeep of school buildings and district facilities. This includes administrative, grounds, warehouse, and transportation buildings. The department’s goal is to “support safe, clean, and productive educational environments that are conducive to high student achievement.” Maintenance staff provides services including construction, maintenance, operations, and groundskeeping. Coordination with the department is critical in executing accessibility and connectivity improvements that meet national standards and best practices. The District maintains various policies regarding transportation and safety. Unlike some school districts that only provide bus service for students living farther than one mile from school, FPS allows all students living within their school’s attendance zone bus transportation. There is no policy guaranteeing a family’s agency to allow a student to walk or roll home and there have been instances where the police have been called on students walking home through areas considered dangerous. Pedestrian safety is primarily addressed through paid part-time crossing guards. by local school administrators and not by District administration. Crossing guards are placed at critical crossings during peak arrival and dismissal times—typically from 7:30 to 8:00 AM and from 2:45 to 3:15 PM. Positions are or full-time school employee, and can be staff including paraprofessionals (e.g., teacher’s aides) are typically unable to serve as crossing guards as policy states they are ineligible for overtime pay. Although staffed under the City Police Department, FPS directs the priorities of SROs. While the presence of law enforcement can encourage compliance logistical and operational constraints may limit an SRO's ability to be present or available for arrival and dismissal. SROs are able to issue citations using a handheld ticket writer, but in the event of a crash, nearby patrol units are called and are responsible for completing the crash report. 27 | 2828 Policy, program, and infrastructure its owned properties are outlined in the following section. While not exhaustive, impact in the near term. School safety is a coordinated approach involving administration, school staff, SROs, and crossing guards. Crossing guards play a critical role in ensuring safe student travel to and from schools. Additionally, although SROs are employees of the City Police Department, report for duty. Principals are encouraged to collaborate with their assigned SROs to position patrol vehicles strategically during student arrival and dismissal times. Parking SRO vehicles with emergency lights activated can help increase driver awareness and encourage appropriate vehicle speeds. Additionally, the visible presence of SROs near crosswalks and school driveways can encourage drivers to yield to students and pedestrians, further enhancing safety during peak travel periods. FPS is encouraged to develop and require training for employed crossing guards, providing classroom instruction and hands-on practice. Training should safe gaps for student crossings, effective communication, situational awareness, and responsibilities associated with the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Active Transportation Academy provide a strong example of best practices in crossing guard education. Additionally, it is recommended that FPS evaluates requiring additional crossing guards may include reviewing compensation, advertising and recruitment strategies. IMAGE 4.1 Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day hosted by FPS in 2025 29 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL RECOMMENDATIONS | 30 Based on the infrastructure recommendations made in Section 7, a concept-level cost opinion was recommendations made at various campuses was estimated across the City. The cost of sidewalks and shared use paths needed on school campuses was estimated as approximately $217,246 (see Table 4.1 below). The opinion does not include costs to address all on-campus accessibility issues which may include sidewalks, ramps, and crosswalks, as detailed assessments on each school campus were not a part of this planning effort. Section 7 - Campus Assessments and Recommendations includes additional infrastructure recommendations, which an opinion of cost. For example, the Trail include a connection to a future neighborhood development without a Number School Additional Notes Cost 1 Washington Elementary Install sidewalk to connect to main entrance without using stairs.$17,100 2 Owl Creek Elementary Add sidewalk, curb ramps, and marked crosswalk.$15,250 3 John L. Colbert Middle Consider trail connection to Magnolia Crossing subdivision along property line.$87,264 4 Root Elementary Connect outlet of “Root Chute” trail to play- ground blacktop.$1,080 5 Owl Creek Elementary Develop trail connection to future Owl Creek trail.$22,248 6 Holcomb Elementary Install sidewalk outside of fenced area. $7,128 7 Happy Hollow Elementary pond.$18,792 8 Happy Hollow Elementary Install paved trail connecting Woodsprings Dr. to school.$48,384 Sum $217,246 TABLE 4.1 Cost opinions of sidewalks and shared use paths on school campuses existing bike storage at Root Elementary School The following recommended policies and actions are the most critical to institutionalize walking and bicycling to school as safe, healthy, and supported travel options. Establish a school district policy that explicitly encourages students to walk and bike to school. Create an SRTS page on the District's website, updating it with timely and relevant SRTS content. Include SRTS activities in the school division calendar. Hire an SRTS Coordinator. This position should be staffed full-time and year-round (est. salary range $55k-$70k/yr). Amend the school district wellness policy to encourage walking and bicycling to school as a form of physical activity. Establish a district policy that states a student's ability to walk and bicycle to school is a parental decision. Adopt standards for bike parking and regularly evaluate capacity. An SRTS Strategies Guide (“Guide”) was developed to organize and detail programming recommendations (see Appendix A: Program Recommendations). The Guide is a practical resource designed to help schools and communities encourage more students and families to walk, bike, and roll safely and comfortably. Organized around the Six E’s with a primary focus on Encouragement and Engagement, Education, and Enforcement, the guide provides strategies that can be tailored to individual schools or neighborhoods. Activities range from large community events, such as Walk/Roll to School Day in the fall and Bike to School Day in the spring, to ongoing programs like walking school buses, bike trains, frequent walker/ biker incentive programs, and youth leadership opportunities. Each strategy includes clear guidance on goals, target implementation steps, making it easy for local champions to identify approaches A central theme of the Guide is building strong partnerships and shared ownership of SRTS efforts. It emphasizes establishing a district-level SRTS Team composed of various stakeholders, including city staff, school representatives, parents, students, advocates, and public health and safety professionals with the purpose of implementing the Plan. The Guide also highlights the importance of youth engagement through a high school-based Youth Task Force, ensuring student voices help shape programs and culture. Education strategies focus on age-appropriate pedestrian and bicycle safety instruction for students, caregiver and staff outreach, and driver awareness. Enforcement strategies address school zone safety through crossing guards, safety patrols, and collaboration with law enforcement. The strategies provide and actionable roadmap to advance safety, health, and sustainability while building a lasting culture of active travel. 31 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL RECOMMENDATIONS | 32 TABLE 5.2 District General SRTS Calendar of Events Building on the momentum established in this Plan, the SRTS Team plans to participate in Walk & Roll to School Day in the 2026-2027 school year, recognizing local advocacy groups, local businesses, and high school student mentors are all partners in having a successful SRTS event. The SRTS Team would like to program Walk & Roll to School Day closer to the beginning of the school year and to incorporate scooters into the event and educational materials. In the near term, the City and School District are committed to remarking crosswalks, and the SRTS Team plans to seek additional funding to move the priority projects forward. Take SRTS Plan to city council and school board for adoption Back-to-school prep Try out routes and maintenance repairs for Safe Routes SRTS Team Meetings for upcoming school year Begin planning for Walk & Roll to School Day Schedule education events at all schools for fall International Walk & Roll to School Day Schedule education events at schools for spring Winter Walk/Roll to School Day Crossing Guard Appreciation Day/ Week Safety Education Safety Education and summer safety prep Bike to School Month and Day Funding for infrastructure and programming improvements can be sourced from several areas. Some funding may be appropriated from the FPS annual budget, such as personnel, programming, and certain facilities maintenance items. Capital improvements and large-scale programming may be funded by a municipal bond, school millage, and/or grant funding. Grant funding can generally be categorized as federal, state/local, and philanthropic. The USDOT distributes federal transportation funding as formula funds to the Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission. Additionally, philanthropic funding may be available for programming and capital improvements from local and national foundations. Regular communication with NWARPC, ARDOT Local Programs Division, and charitable foundations are highly encouraged. The District is eligible to apply under multiple existing programs for programming, planning, design, and engineering. These programs include the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) and Recreational Trails Program (RTP), where awards range from $20,000 to $500,000 and require a 20% match. The City is among the list of eligible applicants for discretionary grants such as the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) and Safe Streets For All (SS4A), while school districts may not apply. These grants focus on planning and implementation of impactful alternative transportation projects that align with the SRTS Plan. PTOs are also known to be major change- makers with some funding regular PE to School Day, and even infrastructure improvements, such as installing RRFBs or sidewalk connections. 33 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL RECOMMENDATIONS | 34 35 | 3636 Policy, program, and infrastructure Fayetteville are outlined in the following section. signals within a quarter-mile radius of schools to add LPI and No-Right- on-Red, evaluate duration, and consider protected phasing for pedestrians. Add infrastructure recommendations within this Plan to the annual year trail plan. Provide staff support to the SRTS Committee. Increase coordination between the City and FPS (e.g., Facilities, Sustainability) by establishing regular meetings. Create and adopt policy of “Speed Limit 20 mph” in school zones, rather than “School Speed Limit 20 mph When Children Present.” Based on the infrastructure recommendations made in Section 7, a concept-level cost opinion was improvements located within the public right-of-way and other areas under City jurisdiction. These recommendations include sidewalks, shared use paths, crossing improvements, and along key routes to school, typically within a quarter-mile of each school. The estimated improvements for which was available to develop planning-level estimates (see Table 5.1 below). To provide a conservative estimate, all opinions of cost assume concrete work (e.g., curb extensions, pedestrian refuge islands, speed cushions, etc.). However, select infrastructure improvements may also be made using modular materials at a lesser cost. A complete list of infrastructure recommendations is provided in Appendix D: Prioritized Infrastructure Recommendations. 37 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE RECOMMENDATIONS | 38 IMAGE 5.1 ARDOT uses camera technology to support in-person law enforcement during distracted driving checks. Review SRO policies to increase and enforce safety at arrival and dismissal. Coordinate strategic speed enforcement campaign throughout the year across school zones. Consider a neighborhood speed watch program where the Department partners with volunteers; SRTS Guide; Neighborhood Speed Watch Programs. Coordinate with ARDOT to enforcement devices to support on-site law enforcement, allowed by Arkansas Code § 27-52-111(c)1 (2024). School Install Crosswalk Repaint Crosswalk Install Curb Ramp Update Curb Ramp Install Curb Extension Install Pedestrian Refuge Island Asbell Elementary School 5 0 1 6 0 0 School 2 0 0 2 2 2 Happy Hollow Elementary School 7 0 4 1 0 1 Holcomb Elementary School 8 1 0 10 4 1 Leverett Elementary School 9 0 0 8 9 0 Owl Creek Elementary School 1 0 0 0 6 1 Root Elementary School 4 0 2 6 0 1 Vandergriff Elementary School 1 0 3 2 0 1 Washington Elementary School 21 0 8 11 5 0 Holt Middle School 2 0 0 1 1 0 John L. Colbert Middle School 1 0 0 0 0 0 McNair Middle School 2 1 2 15 4 0 Ramay Junior High School 1 0 0 11 2 0 Woodland Junior High School 7 3 8 6 3 0 ALLPS School of Innovation 4 1 4 1 1 0 Fayetteville High School 18 4 3 1 0 0 Total Quantity 93 10 35 81 37 7 Total Cost $93,000 $8,500 $198,000 $55,400 $464,400 $50,820 TABLE 5.1 Cost opinions for infrastructure recommendations on each campus 39 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE RECOMMENDATIONS | 40 Install RRFB Install HAWK Install Raised Crosswalk Install speed cushions Install stop sign Install/repair sidewalk (LF) Install shared use path (LF) Total Cost per School 0 0 0 0 0 1,400 1,254 $538,184 1 0 0 0 0 520 1,936 $518,736 1 0 1 0 2 0 236 $104,016 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 $104,910 1 0 0 0 4 615 0 $197,770 1 0 1 2 0 205 0 $144,110 0 0 0 0 0 1,125 0 $122,830 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 $27,700 0 0 4 1 2 25 830 $373,730 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 $45,620 1 0 0 0 0 40 356 $91,496 0 1 0 0 2 575 1,250 $477,780 0 0 0 2 0 270 1,220 $342,540 0 0 0 0 0 720 1,180 $418,810 2 0 3 0 0 25 0 $81,820 1 0 1 1 0 1,185 32 $182,962 9 1 13 8 10 6,705 8,294 $90,000 $78,000 $130,000 $80,000 $3,900 $477,450 $2,043,504 $3,773,014 41 | 4242 The level of impact for infrastructure recommendations in this Plan were evaluated using a set of criteria that represents the values and priorities of the SRTS program and its stakeholders in Fayetteville. The criteria include: Safety Street Type: This criterion prioritizes recommendations that intersect high-volume roadways with long crossing distances by scoring the functional class of the road. Scores as follows: local (1), minor collector (2), major collector (3), minor arterial (4), and principal arterial (5). For recommendations corresponding with intersections, the higher value of the two roadways was used. Speed Limit: This criterion prioritizes recommendations that intersect high- speed roadways by scoring based on the speed limit. For recommendations corresponding with intersections, the higher of the two roadways was used. Crash Data: Crash Data was analyzed to calculate the density of non- motorist crashes that occurred in the most recent 5-year dataset (2019-2023) within an 1/8th of a mile of each recommendation. Demand School Proximity: This criterion assesses the presence or absence of a school within an 1/8th of a mile of the recommendation. Student Density: This criterion calculates the density of students living within an 1/8th of a mile of the recommendation. Equity Free and Reduced Lunch: This criterion is equal to the percent of students receiving free and reduced lunch at the school with which the recommendation is associated. Infrastructure Recommendation Type: The separation of vulnerable road users using sidewalks and trails is considered a priority, along with improved crossings, such as raised crosswalks, RRFBs, and HAWKs. Therefore, a binary criterion assessed if recommendations included sidewalks, trails, or improved crossings. For each criterion above, the mean was calculated across all recommendations and schools. The z statistic was then calculated—with negative values Safety Street Type, Speed Limit, Crash Data Demand School Proximity, Student Density Infrastructure Sidewalks, Trails, and Improved Crossings Equity Free and Reduced Lunch Final Impact Score + + + = 43 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL IMPACT AND IMPLEMENTATION | 44 corresponds to a higher priority. Scores were then divided into low, medium, and high priorities based on a three-class and equal-interval categorization. The table of all 170 prioritized infrastructure recommendations can be seen in Appendix D: Prioritized Infrastructure Recommendations. Z Statistic: Where is the criterion value, is the mean of the criterion values, is the standard deviation of the criterion values. While the City and School District will try to implement projects by impact level, project implementation may not occur in the exact order of impact based on external factors, such as right of way acquisition, the type or amount of funding available, coordinating construction, and other resources. The Fayetteville Safe Routes to School Plan establishes a roadmap for making walking, bicycling, and rolling to school safer and more accessible for students of all ages and abilities. Grounded in extensive data collection and public engagement, the SRTS Plan incorporates the lived experiences of families, educators, and students in seeking the City and FPS goals of safety, health, and sustainability. It will take time and the combined efforts of individuals, local and regional entities, DOT, and other partners to implement the recommendations in this Plan. Staff within School District and the City of Fayetteville will serve as the primary implementors of the Plan and will be responsible for initiating key actions with partners to ensure the success of this SRTS Plan. The immediate steps that should be taken by School District and the City of Fayetteville to begin the process of implementation include the following: 1. Adopt - Work with the City Council and School District to formally adopt the SRTS Plan. 2. Assess - recommendations to work towards over the next year. Establish an SRTS Team/Advisory Committee. Work with the SRTS Advisory Committee or other groups to assign lead roles and set up regular check-ins to evaluate progress. Incorporate the priority recommendations into internal work plans for the City and/or School District. 3. Apply - If applicable, apply for funding to implement the SRTS Plan. As with any roadmap, this Plan recommendations listed herein should and bolstered by future strategies as conditions evolve in Fayetteville. Taken as a starting point, this Plan provides actionable steps designed for both implementation and experimentation, rooted in the perspectives that shape the City. 45 | 4646 The theme at Asbell Elementary School is “Health and Wellness.” A majority of students travel to school outside of personal vehicles, with most being bus riders. Many students who walk to school are accompanied by adults and arrive from the west of Sang Avenue, either from the crosswalk at Skyler Drive or from the south side of the school. Some students also walk from the Washington Plaza Apartments using a cut-through to the northeast. Speeding on Sang Avenue during arrival and dismissal is generally limited due to congestion and speed cushions installed on the road. A potential sidewalk connection could be made through the FPS sports facility that would allow walkers to arrive from the east. Students receive bicycle education in PE, with K-1 students riding indoors on balance bikes and older students riding pedal bikes on a small pump track FIGURE 7.1 Distribution of travel modes at Asbell Elementary School outside. Asbell Elementary School also has a bike club for fourth graders that meets on Friday for 25 minutes. However, personal bicycle ownership is limited and the school has expressed interest in giveaways for bikes, locks, and helmets. 16% (25) 44% (69) 39% (61) 1% (2) IMAGE 7.1 Access to Asbell Elementary School from Shamblin Apartments to the north Number of Students 294 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 35% Percent Walking and Bicycling 16% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 87% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)0 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 47 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.1 Asbell Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 48 Map ID Location Recommendation Shamblin Apartments School Access Access from apartment complexes to the north - possible accessibility/visibility improvements needed. Reduce crossing distance by installing calming devices. W. Skyler Dr. and N. Evening Shade Dr. Install high-visibility crosswalks on north and east legs of intersection. FPS Sports Facility Access Possible paved connection (with keyed access) to the east N. Sang Ave. (W. Skyler Dr. to W. Lawson St.) Stripe parking lot entrance to shorten driveway width and formalize parking; consider pavement treatments or curbing to formalize narrowed driveway. W. Lawson St. and N. Sang Ave.Install curb ramp on southwest corner of intersection. N. Sang Ave. and W. Holly St. Install marked crossing over W. Holly St; update curb ramps for crossing of N. Sang with DWS; install curb ramp on SW corner for crossing Holly. N. Sang Ave. (Asbell Elementary to W. Wedington Dr.) Upgrade the existing sidewalk to a sidepath per the City's Master Trail Plan. W. Holly St. and N. Sang Ave.Mark crosswalk across W. Holly St; install DWS on curb ramps across east leg. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Custom Weld 12 Front Replace rack 49 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.2 Asbell Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 50 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Asbell Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 51 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 52 were observed walking and bicycling on neighborhood sidewalks and the adjacent Raven Trail connection. A school employee accompanies a large group of walkers south to cross the stoplight at Old Missouri Road and Rolling Hills Drive. Many students—some accompanied by an adult and some not—walk through the bus and car lines to parents parked at the adjacent Fayetteville Health and Rehabilitation Center. Speeding can occasionally be a concern on Old Missouri Road, but less so during the congestion of pick-up and drop-off. Intersections of increased risk include Old Missouri Road at Eton Street and at A pilot project installed separated bike lanes on Rolling Hills Drive in 2019 and was later replaced with rumble bars FIGURE 7.2 Distribution of travel modes at in the bike buffer. An improved active transportation connection on this wide neighborhood, as rumble bars have not been maintained and provide little in terms of safety or comfort for vulnerable road users. Students receive bicycle education every fall and spring in PE, with older students While balance bikes are kept indoors away from the elements, third and fourth grade bikes were stored outside, resulting in increased deterioration of components. 12% (71) 4% (22) 26% (157) 3% (16) 51% (310) 4%(26) Number of Students 551 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 24% Percent Walking and Bicycling 16% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 51% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)0 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 53 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.3 CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 54 Remote Pick-up and Drop-off Map ID Location Recommendation N. Old Missouri Rd. (Sweetbriar Dr. to Farr Ln.) Widen sidewalk to shared use path from Sweetbriar Dr. to poses a design constraint. (in front of #1763) Repair sidewalk panels due to uneven pavement (e.g., drainage inlet on north side). (west of #3289) Repair sidewalk panels at locations of uneven pavement (e.g., drainage inlet on north side). Southridge Dr. to N. Summerhill Dr.) Install sidewalk on south side to reach Harold St. Southridge Rd. Mark crosswalk; upgrade curb ramps; monitor vegetation for sightlines. Missouri Rd. to N. Southridge Dr.) Repair uplifted sidewalk panels. N. Old Missouri Rd. and E. Improve lighting; install RRFB; install refuge island. E. Farr Ln. and Raven Trail Install high-visibility crosswalk. Fayetteville Health and Rehab Center Install a paved connection and safe crossing through car pick-up lanes to the remote pick-up/drop-off parking lot and Raven Trail north of campus. E. Eton St. (Elizabeth Ave. to Old Missouri Rd.)Improve sidewalk, especially near driveways, including ADA. N. Old Missouri Rd. to E. Eton St. Install curb extensions for the west corridors; install center refuge island for the north leg. Wagon Wheel Neighborhood Connect Wagon Wheel neighborhood under construction as of summer 2025. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Hoop 6 Front Add capacity Schoolyard 6 Front Add capacity 55 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.4 CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 56 Remote Pick-up and Drop-off Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 57 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 58 Happy Hollow Elementary School is uniquely sited near Highway 265 and Highway 16, in the middle of low-density residential space. Located on a hilly, forested property containing a stocked theme of the Happy Hollow is “Outdoor Education.” To the north of the school, an expansive apartment complex, called The Cliffs, contains an additional network of paved trails along Peppervine Drive. Due to the school’s auto-oriented location, cars stack down Peppervine Drive, occasionally leading drivers to pass on the left to access the residential conditions around the crosswalk due to limited sight lines. Two teachers serve as crossing/walking guards, accompanying about 25 students who walk home west to Woodsprings Drive at dismissal. Given the school’s assets and outdoor FIGURE 7.3 Distribution of travel modes at Happy Hollow Elementary School to rehabilitate existing trails, provide for safe walking and bicycling to nearby neighborhoods and natural amenities. 5% (34) 25% (186) 3% (25) 61% (449) 5% (39) IMAGE 7.2 Paved trails on private property connect the Cliffs Apartments to Happy Hollow Elementary Number of Students 501 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 22% Percent Walking and Bicycling 5% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 50% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)0 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 59 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.5 Happy Hollow Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 60 Map ID Location Recommendation N. Gem Trail and Trail Access Install curb ramp to access trail. N. Happy Hollow Rd. and The Cliffs Trails The Cliffs Trails should intersect with the sidewalk on Happy Hollow Rd. here but was not visible; clear vegetation; add signage; potential trail to Mt. Sequoyah Woods. The Cliffs Trails Add trail connection to apartments. N. Happy Hollow Rd. and E. Paddock Rd. Add crosswalk and curb ramps for crossing across Happy Hollow Rd. on south and west legs of intersection. The Cliffs Trails Water/Sewer Easement Recommend constructing trail under overhead power lines in water/sewer easement that spans from Peppervine Dr. to Happy Hollow Rd. E. Peppervine Dr. (west of S. Woodsprings Dr.) E. Peppervine Dr. and S. Woodsprings Dr. Convert to four-way stop; install high-visibility crosswalks on all legs of intersection. E. Peppervine Dr. and The Cliffs Trails Recommend crossing improvement, ideally an RRFB with advanced warning for eastbound drivers and raised crossing. Lower-cost recommendation would be in-street Yield to Pedestrian sign, and modular crossing island given the roadway width. S. Woodsprings Dr. and Trail Install double-sided school crossing sign with downward pointing arrows; install high-visibility marked crosswalk; install curb ramp on west side; install DWS on east end. Crossover Rd. and Peppervine Dr.Add Yield to Pedestrian signage for southbound vehicles. Happy Hollow Elementary Property Install paved trail connecting Woodsprings Dr. to school campus. Happy Hollow Elementary Property Happy Hollow Elementary Property Improve long-neglected Happy Hollow Bicycle Course to provide space for PE bike unit practice and future bike clubs/programming. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Schoolyard 16 Side Relocate existing rack onto paved surface under awning; add capacity at front door 61 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.6 Happy Hollow Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 62 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Happy Hollow Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 63 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 64 The theme of Holcomb Elementary School is Science, Math, Engineering, Arts, and Technology (STEAM). It is surrounded by residential neighborhoods and natural areas, including Underwood Park, Clabber Creek Trail, and a soft-surface pump track on school property. There are two RRFBs on Salem Road that help facilitate safe crossings, but no similar crossings exist along Bentgrass Road, where many students also cross. One crossing guard monitors Salem Road and Crystal Drive. In the afternoon, a staff member monitors students who cross Crystal Drive at Apatite Drive, where adults have parked and walked up. While a back-of-curb connector trail was added between the bike racks and Clabber Creek Trail, it contains repeated 90-degree long-frame bikes. All students receive bike education in PE, with third graders taking FIGURE 7.4 Distribution of travel modes at Holcomb Elementary School fourth graders at Lake Fayetteville. A bike bus has operated from the west and east of the school by parent volunteers. 2% (19)1% (7)18% (151) 4% (38) 67% (567) 1% (8) 7% (55) IMAGE 7.3 Strong bike education at Holcomb Elementary supports active mobility year-round Number of Students 571 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 30% Percent Walking and Bicycling 9% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 34% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)0 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 65 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.7 Holcomb Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 66 Map ID Location Recommendation N. Salem Rd. and W. Crystal Dr. Install DWS at northeast, southeast, and southwest corners; install curb extensions on northeast and southeast corners; mark crosswalk on west leg; install raised crosswalk on south leg. W. Crystal Dr. and N. Rutile Dr. Curb ramps missing DWS and marked crosswalk for north crossing of N. Rutile Dr. Apatite Dr. and Crystal Dr. Install marked crosswalk on north leg; repaint and upgrade crosswalk on east leg; add mountable curb extension on southeast corner. N. Quartz Dr. and W. Crystal Dr.North crossing of N. Quartz Dr. N. Pyrite Dr. and W. Crystal Dr.Install DWS on northwest corner. W. Crystal Dr. and N. Raven Ln.Mark crosswalks on west and north legs of intersection. N. Salem Rd. and School Driveway Install pedestrian refuge island. Holcomb Elementary Property Install sidewalk outside of fenced area. N. Salem Rd. and Bentgrass Rd. Mark high-visibility crosswalks on the east and west legs of the intersection; install RRFB and raised crosswalk at north leg. Holcomb Elementary Property Upgrade trail to reduce 90-degree turns, adding radius to corners and aligning with Clabber Creek Trail. N. Salem Rd. and W. Clabber Creek Blvd.Install DWS. N. Salem Rd. and Clabber Creek Trail Remove vegetation on east side and conduct routine maintenance to improve visibility of trail users. Install passive detection for RRFB on east side. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Schoolyard 26 Rear Add visitor rack to front 67 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.8 Holcomb Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 68 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Holcomb Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 69 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 70 Leverett Elementary School is one of the City’s oldest schools, located directly next to the University of Arkansas. The gridded street network of the surrounding neighborhood often lacks complete sidewalk connections and experiences speeding, distracted driving, and occasionally reckless driving. The neighborhood has experienced a high number of pedestrian crashes in recent years, including three fatalities in the last six years—one of whom was only nine years old. Young drivers frequent this area en route to the University and High School. ARDOT reported an estimate of ten thousand Avenue in 2024, suggesting that the road may be a good candidate for a lane The school provides bike education in its FIGURE 7.5 Distribution of travel modes at Leverett Elementary School on its property. The school frequently partners with various departments at the University of Arkansas; a partnership with active transportation staff or students may be explored. 7% (15) 32% (69) 2% (4)60% (132) Number of Students 224 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 26% Percent Walking and Bicycling 7% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 65% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)8 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other Existing Bike Parking Type Custom Weld Total Spaces 8 Location Rear Recommendation Replace rack; add capacity to front 71 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.9 Leverett Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 72 Map ID Location Recommendation N. Garland Ave. at W. Hughes St.Install high-visibility crosswalk along east leg of intersection. N. Garland Ave. (Wedington/North to Cleveland) Investigate road and/or lane diet to address speeding and allow for vehicle queuing along southbound Garland. N. Lindell Ave. (Hughes to Eagle) Fill sidewalk gaps at 816 Lindell (east side) and 903 Lindell (west side); repair sidewalks; prioritize Lindell as north-south bound walking collector for neighborhood east of Garland. N. Garland Ave. at W. Berry St.Install high-visibility crosswalk along east leg of intersection. W. Berry St. and N. Lindell Ave. Prioritize Lindell Ave. as crossing opportunity for walking route; install high-visibility crosswalks at west and south legs of intersection; upgrade curb ramps at southwest and southeast corners; install all-way stop. W. Berry St. (Oakland to Leverett)Complete sidewalk gaps along north side of Berry. North side of Leverett campus Consider creating a walking path and entrance to the U of A forested property north of the school for nature program access. N. Storer Ave. (North to Cleveland) Remove obstructions and repair sidewalks; complete sidewalk gap at 815-819 Storer. N. Garland Ave. at W. Eagle St.Install high-visibility crosswalk along east leg of intersection. N. Lindell Ave. and W. Eagle St. Install high-visibility crosswalks at south and west legs of intersection; upgrade curb ramps at southeast and southwest corners. W. Eagle St. (Garland to Leverett)Remove obstructions and repair sidewalks; complete sidewalk gaps. N. Hall Ave. (W. Cleveland St. to W. Wedington)the sidewalk. W. Cleveland St. (Sang to Oliver) Formalize sidewalk buffer space from Sang to Oliver with vertical elements; consider extending curb and sidewalk over the long term. N. Hall Ave. and W. Cleveland St. Reconstruct sidewalk and curb at southwest corner to have crosswalk terminate outside driveway apron; install RRFB. W. Cleveland St. (N. Garland Ave. to N. Lindell Ave.) Repair uplifted panels around drainage inlet at northeast corner of Garland and Cleveland; explore options to reduce or remove parking space at 1088 Cleveland. W. Cleveland St. and N. Garland Ave. Add mountable aprons at all four corners; implement LPI and No-Right-on-Red; increase pedestrian signal phase. W. Cleveland St. and N. Lindell Ave. Install curb extension at northeast corner and reconstruct curb extension at southwest corner. Remove eastbound curb ramp at the southwest corner. Install DWS at remaining three curb ramps. Convert two-way stop to all-way and stripe stop bars on Cleveland. Stripe crosswalk on north and west leg of intersection. N. Garland Ave. (W. Cleveland St. to W. Maple St.)speeding. 73 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.10 Leverett Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 74 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Leverett Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 75 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 76 Owl Creek Elementary School is located at the corner of Rupple Road and Persimmon Street. Given recent development, sidewalk connectivity is largely complete—except for key gaps along Persimmon. While a shared use paved trail exists in front of the school, there is currently no sidewalk connection between the trail and the school from additional sidewalks, curb ramps, and crosswalks on school property. Adults accompany students leaving as walkers, with a large group of students who walk northeast to the Boys & Girls Club and another group that walks northwest to nearby neighborhoods. Bike education is provided in PE, but it has been several years since off-site bike rides were facilitated for fourth graders. The soft- surface track on school property requires a restoration with regular maintenance. School leadership expressed a need for FIGURE 7.6 Distribution of travel modes at Owl Creek Elementary School IMAGE 7.4 Students are accompanied as they walk to the Boys & Girls Club after school 7% (34) 1% (6) 28% (142) 2% (10) 52% (265) 11% (54) additional resources, including volunteers, community partnerships, and funding to support active transportation. Number of Students 581 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 29% Percent Walking and Bicycling 8% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 72% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)0 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 77 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.11 Owl Creek Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 78 Map ID Location Recommendation W. Persimmon St. and School Driveway measures (e.g., speed cushions) for approaches. N. Wordsworth Ln. and W. Persimmon St. Add two sidewalk connections from W. Persimmon St. to sidewalks internal to subdivision. W. Persimmon St. (N. Rupple Rd. to N. Keats Dr.) Add signage for school speed zone in westbound direction; install speed cushions. W. Persimmon St. and N. Rupple Rd. Install protected left-turn phase, No-Right-on-Red, and mount- able truck aprons at all corners. Owl Creek Elementary Property Perform rehabilitation and regular maintenance of bicycle course on south side of creek. Owl Creek Elementary Property Develop trail connection to future Owl Creek Trail. W. Mountain View Dr. and N. Rupple Rd. Install curb extensions on northeast and southeast corners of intersection; install pedestrian island; mark crosswalk at east leg. Owl Creek Elementary Property Add curb ramps at relevant locations across school property. W. Persimmon St. Install Sidewalk. Owl Creek Elementary School Property Add sidewalk, curb ramps, and marked crosswalk. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Custom Weld 9 Rear Replace racks; add capacity to Hoop 10 Front Replace racks; add capacity to 79 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.12 Owl Creek Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 80 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Owl Creek Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 81 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 82 Root Elementary School is located on Mission Boulevard, adjacent to the newly constructed Mission Boulevard Sidepath—a busy trail for students who ride their bikes to school. Speeding vehicles are a growing concern near Root, especially as the School continues to reduce queuing onto Mission during arrival and dismissal. The school is surrounded by single-family pedestrian connections, including the unique and popular 450-foot sidewalk called the "Root Chute." Nearly as many students were observed arriving via the Root Chute at the rear of the building as the front of the building during arrival. A few critical sidewalk connections and enhance connectivity around the school. The school property is relatively small and there is no on-campus bike course, so the bike education unit often interferes with students who are out during recess. FIGURE 7.7 Distribution of travel modes at Root Elementary School However, the PE teacher hopes to make good use of the new Mission Boulevard Trail for bike excursions. 9% (17) 1% (2)2% (3) 10% (19) 1% (2) 76% (143) 2% (3) Number of Students 451 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 34% Percent Walking and Bicycling 10% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 19% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)1 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other IMAGE 7.5 Bike parking at Root is located just steps off of the Mission Boulevard Sidepath 83 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.13 Root Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 84 Map ID Location Recommendation N. Ramsey Ave. (E. Cicero Ln. to E. Mission Blvd.)Install sidewalk. E. Cain Dr. and N. Jordan Ln.Existing curb ramps missing DWS. Install marked crossing across N. Jordan Ln. N. Lunsford Ave. and E. Hammond St. Install marked crossing and stop bar across E. Hammond St; update both curb ramps with appropriate DWS. E. Mission Blvd. and N. Jordan Ln. Reconstruct median to provide pedestrian refuge island and install marked crosswalk and DWS in curb ramps at north leg of intersection. E. Mission Blvd. and N. Ranch Dr. Complete sidewalk on north side of E. Mission Blvd. to N. Ranch Dr. in front of 1428 E. Mission Blvd. Root Elementary Property Connect outlet of “Root Chute” trail to playground blacktop. N. Lunsford Ave. and Root Chute Install curb ramp on east side; double-side crosswalk signs; add “SCHOOL” to crosswalk signs; add thermoplastic rumble bars on approaches to crosswalk; install lighting. E. Hope St. and N. Eastwood Dr. Install marked crosswalk across west leg of E. Hope St; add curb ramp to northwest corner; add DWS to southwest corner. Types Total Spaces Locations Recommendation Schoolyard 10 Rear Add capacity near front door; replace rack Wave 5 Front Add capacity near front door; replace rack 85 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.14 Root Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 86 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Root Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 87 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 88 Vandergriff Elementary School sits adjacent to McNair Middle School in a low-density, residential area of Fayetteville. While Vandergriff is accessible by Township Street to the north, the School's primary access lies at the southern end of Vandergriff Drive along Mission Boulevard, a high-speed State highway. Some students walk to campus from neighborhoods north of Township Street, but a large number of students (one observation noted approximately 70 students) are accompanied by two staff members as they cross Mission Boulevard to the south. While some students live in this area as well, many students walk to their adult’s parked car. Speeding vehicles are a common problem on Mission Boulevard, FIGURE 7.8 Distribution of travel modes at Vandergriff Elementary School worsened by limited sight lines due to the vertical curvature of the road. An enhanced crossing is highly desired at this location. The school has a soft- surface bike course on the property, confused students and a lack of use. Bicycle education is provided for two weeks every year in PE, and the PTO funds a fall bike club led by one of the school staff members. The school hosts a modest bike/walk to school day on May 7th in coordination with the District and City. 6% (63) 1% (8) 23% (224) 3% (26) 64% (635) 3% (31) Number of Students 540 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 17% Percent Walking and Bicycling 6% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 16% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)0 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 89 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.15 Vandergriff Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 90 Map ID Location Recommendation E. Township St. and N. Vandergriff Dr. Install curb ramps in median and convert into pedestrian refuge along north leg of intersection; add lighting; install a raised crosswalk on the east leg of intersection. N. Vandergriff Dr. and School Entrance Upgrade curb ramps to ADA standards. N. Starr Dr. and E. Mission Blvd. Reconstruct southwest corner to close north-facing curb ramp; install high-visibility crosswalk at south leg; add curb ramp at southeast corner for south leg of the crosswalk; adjust signal for add time to pedestrian phase; install stop bar in northbound travel lane. E. Mission Blvd. and N. Vandergriff Dr. Install PHB; upgrade curb ramp at northwest corner; re-stripe high-visibility crosswalk at north leg; install rumble bars to alert east and westbound vehicles on Mission; install pedestrian-scale lighting. N. Box Ave. and E. Mission Blvd. Install high-visibility crosswalk and stop bar at north leg of intersec- tion; install “Yield to Pedestrians” signage along Mission Blvd. N. Crossover Rd. and E. Mission Blvd. Geometry and accessibility issues support intersection reconstruction (reducing curb radii and the 30' westbound and eastbound lane widths). In the near term, upgrade all curb ramps; add mountable truck aprons at all four corners; narrow through and turn lanes as appropriate; adjust signalization to add LPI and additional time for pedestrian phase. N. Hunters Rdg. and N. Pointer Ln.Upgrade curb ramps with DWS. N. Hunters Rdg. and E. Cherokee Dr. Install new curb ramp at southeast corner; upgrade curb ramp at northeast corner with DWS. E. Mission Blvd. (N. Box Ave. to N. Vandergriff Dr.)Install sidepath per the City's Master Trails Plan. N. Hunter's Ridge (N. Pointer Ln. to E. Mission Blvd.)Install sidewalk. N. Whippoorwill Ct. and Cherokee Dr. Install mini-roundabout or four-way stop. A good candidate for a tactical urbanism project. Types Total Spaces Locations Recommendation Schoolyard 20 Front Reposition to accommodate all spaces Schoolyard 20 Rear Reposition to accommodate all spaces 91 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.16 Vandergriff Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 92 9 10 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Vandergriff Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 93 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 94 Washington Elementary School is one of the City’s oldest schools, built in the middle of Fayetteville’s historic, gridded downtown neighborhood. Sidewalks in this area are often in poor condition, obstructed, or lacking adequate greenspace. It is common for sidewalks in the neighborhood to lack curb ramps at intersections. Many students walk to campus, often accompanied by an adult. A crossing guard is present in the morning (hourly staff) and in the afternoon (teacher). The RRFB on Maple Street is often used, but parents frequently observe drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians. Crossing College Avenue is another major barrier for students who walk and bike to school. Bike education is taught in PE over four weeks in the fall and three weeks in the spring. Despite the hilly terrain and no on-campus bike course, the School's PE FIGURE 7.9 Distribution of travel modes at Washington Elementary School teacher still facilitates outdoor rides along the Razorback Greenway and nearby trails. 8% (35) 1% (5) 23% (100) 3% (14) 64% (276) Number of Students 313 Grades K - 4 Percent within 1 mile of School 29% Percent Walking and Bicycling 9% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 53% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)2 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other Existing Bike Parking Types Schoolyard Hoop Total Spaces 4 8 Location Side Recommendation Replace existing schoolyard rack; add capacity at front door 95 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.17 Washington Elementary School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 96 Map ID Location Recommendation N. Park Ave. and W. Ila St.Install crosswalk marking and stop bar on west leg; install curb ramp on northwest corner. N. College Ave. (E. Davidson St. to E. Maple St.) Stripe commercial driveways and consider narrowing driveway curb cuts. W. Maple St. and N. Forest Ave. Update curb ramps (2) with DWS at southwest corner; install crosswalk markings on east leg; install north-facing curb ramp on southeast corner; convert to all-way stop and add stop bars in all directions. W. Maple St. (N. Mock Ave. to N. College Ave.)Install speed cushions. W. Maple St. and N. Highland Ave. Install raised crossing at west leg; install marked crosswalk at north leg; install curb extension at northeast corner; add crosswalk lighting to RRFB. W. Maple St. and N. Highland Ave. Install curb extension at southwest corner and update southwest and southeast curb ramps with DWS. E. Maple St. and Alley 1315 Install curb ramp on northwest corner. N. College Ave. and Maple St.Install LPI; increase pedestrian signal phase; reconstruct southeast corner to allow ADA and consider closing commercial driveway. N. Highland Ave. (between W. Lafayette and E. Maple St.) Remove existing crosswalk marking and install raised crossing at southeast gym entrance. W. Lafayette St. and N. Thompson Ave. Install marked crosswalk at south leg and update curb ramps with DWS. N. Forest Ave. (W. Lafayette St. to W. Maple St.)Replace sidewalk panels and enforce sidewalk obstruction code. W. Lafayette St. and N. Mock Ave. Install marked crosswalk on north leg and add curb ramps on northwest and northeast corners. W. Lafayette St. and N. Saint Charles Ave. Install marked crosswalk; update curb ramp on southwest corner with DWS; install curb extension on southeast corner. W. Lafayette St. and N. Highland Ave. Install raised crosswalks on north and west legs of intersection; reconstruct northwest curb to reduce radius; add crosswalk lighting to RRFB. E. Lafayette St. and N. College Ave. Reconstruct curb ramps at all four corners to improve ADA; install LPI; implement No-Right-on-Red. E. Lafayette St. (Highland Ave. to N. Washington Ave.) Relocate westbound school speed zone sign closer to N. College Ave; install crosswalk markings at commercial driveways; install bicycle lane markings at Auto Zone driveway; install "Bike Lane Ends" sign for westbound travel. Reconstruct sidewalk as a sidepath per the City's Master Trails Plan. N. Saint Charles Ave. and W. Boles St. Explore options for marked crosswalk and curb extensions at south leg. N. Saint Charles Ave. and W. Watson St. Install marked crosswalks at west and south legs; relocate stop sign and add stop bar for eastbound Watson St. Washington Elementary School Property Install sidewalk to connect to main entrance without using stairs. 97 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.18 Washington Elementary School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 98 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Washington Elementary School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 99 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 100 John L Colbert (JLC) Middle School is located across the street from the Rupple Road Sidepath, connecting the School to several residential neighborhoods and the City’s wider sidewalk network. Rupple Road is a four-lane street that experiences high vehicle speeds. Crosswalks along Rupple Road are from an increased presence of crossing guards, given the speed and separation of crossing distances; a new mid-block crossing is highly recommended in this area as well. JLC is ideally situated near two high- quality mountain bike destinations: just a quarter-mile from Centennial Park, which offers 18 miles of trails, and a half- mile from Kessler Mountain Regional Park, boasting over 20 miles of trails. With world-class outdoor recreation FIGURE 7.10 Distribution of travel modes at John L. Colbert Middle School 3% (26) 3% (26) 52% (398) 2% (15) 35% (265) 4% (30) Number of Students 460 Grades 5 - 6 Percent within 1 mile of School 8% Percent Walking and Bicycling 6% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 66% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)0 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other this close, JLC can take full advantage by facilitating bike programming (e.g., possibly even developing an on-campus skills park or trail connection to the park. during PE, with several opportunities for off-campus bike rides at the nearby Dinsmore Trail and Fayetteville Traverse. Nearly 200 students participate in groups rides, with sixth grade students Fayetteville once a year. 101 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.19 John L. Colbert Middle School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 102 Map ID Location Recommendation W. Bronco Dr. Fill sidewalk gap just west of Bronco Dr. and Rupple Rd. NE Corner to John L. Colbert Middle School Property Plan for future paved connections to the upcoming development and trails on the north/northeast side of campus. East side of John L. Colbert Middle School Property Plan for future connectivity to Fayetteville Traverse and Dinsmore Trail. W. Santa Fe St. and S. Rupple Rd.Repair cracking concrete on shared use trail. S. Rupple Rd. and W. Eisenhower Pl.Install RRFB. Southeast of John L. Colbert Middle School Property Consider trail connection to Magnolia Crossing subdivision along property line. Magnolia Crossing Subdivision Construct shared use path in overhead electric easement. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Wave 24 Front Replace rack Custom Weld 6 Front Replace rack 103 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.20 John L. Colbert Middle School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 104 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for John L. Colbert Middle School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 105 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 106 Holt Middle School is known for its vibrant walking and cycling culture, strongly supported by school leadership and staff. The school is located on Rupple Road, a two-lane street that cuts through several neighborhoods as a regional link. The Rupple Road Sidepath also runs directly in front of the school, carrying many students who walk and bike from neighborhoods north and east of campus. Pick-up and drop-off procedures are very organized, with walkers and bike riders released at the same time to encourage grouping for safer travel. Bike education is taught for four to six weeks in PE. A well-designed bike course exists on campus; however, because it was privately funded, it has not yet been fully integrated into public ownership or long- term maintenance programs. The school hosts two bike events each year–a Roll- A-Thon and a Bike to School Day–with about a hundred students participating in both. FIGURE 7.11 Distribution of travel modes at Holt Middle School 6% (53) 6% (52) 46% (383) 3% (24) 38% (322) < 1% (4) IMAGE 7.6 Bike racks are over capacity with high rates of walking and cycling at Holt Number of Students 490 Grades 5 - 6 Percent within 1 mile of School 15% Percent Walking and Bicycling 12% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 51% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)2 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 107 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.21 Holt Middle School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 108 Map ID Location Recommendation N. Rupple Rd. and W. McLaren Dr.Add high-visibility crosswalk on east leg of intersection. N. Rupple Rd. (W. Clearwood Dr. to W. Edgewater Dr.)calming measures, such as chicanes and speed cushions. W. Clearwood Dr. and N. Rupple Rd.Install crosswalk on east leg of intersection. Holt Middle School Property Consider multiuse path/trail connection at northwest corner. N. Rupple Rd. and School Entrance Install DWS at southwest curb ramp; install raised crosswalk at RRFB. N. Rupple Rd. (W. Clearwood Dr. to W. Mount Comfort Rd.) Add speed feedback sign in northbound direction. Evaluate W. Mount Comfort Rd. and N. Rupple Rd. Install curb extension to northwest corner; reconstruct side- walk to trail on northwest corner; add "No-Right-on-Red" across trail crossing; install raised crossing in right-turn bypass lane. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Schoolyard 30 Rear Add capacity to rear; add visitor rack to front 109 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 110 MAP 7.22 Holt Middle School Infrastructure Recommendations Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Holt Middle School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 111 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 112 McNair Middle School is adjacent to Vandergriff Elementary School, accessed by Vandergriff Drive either from Township Street to the north or Mission Boulevard to the south. At each day’s dismissal, nearly 100 students walk toward vehicles or buses along the north side of campus. About 30 students cross at the RRFB on Mission Boulevard, where two teachers are typically stationed as crossing guards. This crossing is dangerous due to high speeds, motor vehicles failing to yield to pedestrians, and limited sight lines due to the hill. A few students live southwest of McNair, requiring them to cross Crossover Road. This crossing is especially dangerous due to long crossing distances, drivers who fail to yield during right-on-red turns, and high speeds. In one incident, law enforcement was called for a welfare check when a student was observed crossing this intersection. Bicycle education is taught for two to three weeks in PE, where students are taken onto FIGURE 7.12 Distribution of travel modes at McNair Middle School Vandergriff Drive to learn road safety. Students practice mountainbiking on a rudimentary dirt track around the soccer wooded soft-surface trail network because 6% (34) 38% (212) 5% (25) 50% (275) 1% (6) IMAGE 7.7 High speeds and long crossings near McNair create dangerous conditions for students Number of Students 666 Grades 5 - 6 Percent within 1 mile of School 12% Percent Walking and Bicycling 6% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 23% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)3 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 113 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.23 McNair Middle School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 114 Map ID Location Recommendation E. Township St. and N. Vandergriff Dr. Install curb ramps in median and convert into pedestrian refuge along north leg of intersection; add lighting; install a raised crosswalk on the east leg of intersection. N. Vandergriff Dr. and School Entrance Upgrade curb ramps to ADA standards. N. Starr Dr. and E. Mission Blvd. Reconstruct southwest corner to close north-facing curb ramp; install high-visibility crosswalk at south leg; add curb ramp at southeast corner for south leg of the crosswalk; adjust signal for add time to pedestrian phase; install stop bar in northbound travel lane. E. Mission Blvd. and N. Vandergriff Dr. Install PHB; upgrade curb ramp at northwest corner; re-stripe high-visibility crosswalk at north leg; install rumble bars to alert east and westbound vehicles on Mission; install pedestrian-scale lighting. N. Box Ave. and E. Mission Blvd. Install high-visibility crosswalk and stop bar at north leg of intersec- tion; install “Yield to Pedestrians” signage along Mission Blvd. N. Crossover Rd. and E. Mission Blvd. Geometry and accessibility issues support intersection reconstruction (reducing curb radii and the 30' westbound and eastbound lane widths). In the near term, upgrade all curb ramps; add mountable truck aprons at all four corners; narrow through and turn lanes as appropriate; adjust signalization to add LPI and additional time for pedestrian phase. N. Hunters Rdg. and N. Pointer Ln.Upgrade curb ramps with DWS. N. Hunters Rdg. and E. Cherokee Dr. Install new curb ramp at southeast corner; upgrade curb ramp at northeast corner with DWS. E. Mission Blvd. (N. Box Ave. to N. Vandergriff Dr.)Install sidepath per the City's Master Trails Plan. N. Hunter's Ridge (N. Pointer Ln. to E. Mission Blvd.)Install sidewalk. N. Whippoorwill Ct. and Cherokee Dr. Install mini-roundabout or four-way stop. A good candidate for a tactical urbanism project. Types Total Spaces Locations Recommendation Schoolyard 20 Front Reposition to accommodate all spaces Schoolyard 20 Rear Reposition to accommodate all spaces 115 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 116CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 116 9 10 MAP 7.24 McNair Middle School Infrastructure Recommendations Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for McNair Middle School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 117 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 118 Ramay Junior High School is currently located near the I-49 interchange at M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard. At the time of this writing, FPS intends to build a new campus for Ramay near Poplar Street and College Avenue, as part of the District’s updated feeder pattern. Pending approval, Ramay will be renovated into a new magnet high school. Students were observed walking to Ramay from the east on Stone Street and from the south along Sang Avenue. After school, students often walk to fast food restaurants and convenience stores nearby—either for pick-up or to eat before a sporting event. Additionally, hundreds of students walk to Fayetteville High School along M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard when the Junior Varsity team plays on Thursday evenings. Speeding and distracted driving is often observed on Sang Avenue and M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard. Connectivity and safety Number of Students 753 Grades 7 - 8 Percent within 1 mile of School 2% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 59% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)1 IMAGE 7.8 Connectivity can be strengthened along the east and south sides of Ramay’s campus improvements along these corridors can help provide safer routes to Ramay, pedestrian crossings, and installing a 12-foot shared use path along M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard. Improvements along use M.L.K. to walk to FHS. Similarly, access to the South Loop and Tsa-La-Gi Trails south of campus can be improved with safer crossings near Sang Avenue, Hollywood Avenue, and M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard. Alternative transportation options, including transit, should also be encouraged. 119 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.25 Ramay Junior High School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 120 Map ID Location Recommendation S. Sang Ave. and W. Stone St.Install DWS on northwest and southwest corners, as well as two ramps on southeast corner. Install stop bars in all directions. W. Stone St. (S. Cross Ave. to S. Sang Ave.)Fill sidewalk gaps at 1942 and 2026 W. Stone St. W. Stone St. and S. Cross Ave.Install marked crosswalk across Cross Ave. on north leg. Install curb ramp on northeast corner. S. Sang Ave. (W. Stone St. to W. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd.) Install speed cushions and upgrade sidewalk to shared use path per city plans. S. Sang Ave. and W. Mitchell St.Install raised crosswalk and RRFB. W. Mitchell St. (S. Sang Ave to S. Eastern Ave.) Complete sidewalk gaps at various locations along the north side, extending east to Razorback Rd. ALLPS Property Address circulation and accessibility issues at numerous locations across the site. W. Old Farmington Rd. and S. Melbourne Dr. Replace crosswalk markings with high-visibility crosswalk marking, add stop bar, and relocate stop sign behind crosswalk. W. Old Farmington Rd. (S. Key West Dr. to S. Root Ave.)Address uplift and drop-off at inlet. W. Old Farmington Rd. and Root Ave.Install marked crosswalk and DWS on both curb ramps. W. Old Farmington Rd. and ALLPS Entrance Install curb extension and raised crosswalk from ALLPS entrance to sidewalk on south side. Evaluate use of RRFB at this location. S. Sang Ave. and W. Old Farmington Rd.Install raised crosswalk on west leg across Old Farmington Rd. W. Old Farmington Rd. (S. Root Ave. to S. Sang Ave.) Install sidewalk on south side (back of 2190 M.L.K Jr. Blvd.) and install speed cushions. W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and S. Hollywood Ave.for student travel to restaurants and other frequent destinations. Hollywood Ave. and W. Pasadena Lnk. Install marked crosswalks; install curb ramps on northwest and northeast corners; complete sidewalk connections across north leg and east leg of intersection. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Custom Weld 18 Front Replace rack 121 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.26 Ramay Junior High School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 122 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Ramay Junior High School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 123 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 124 Woodland Junior High School is currently located at Poplar Street and Woodland Avenue. At the time of this writing, FPS intends to build a new campus for Woodland near Joyce Boulevard and Crossover Road. Pending approval, Woodland’s current campus will be renovated into a middle school to support the District’s updated feeder pattern. The Midtown Corridor Trail, constructed in 2024, now connects the Razorback Greenway from Gregg Street to Woodland along Woodland Avenue. While Gregg Street has long been a dangerous intersection, the City was recently awarded an SS4A (Safe Streets and Roads for All) grant to provide safety improvements on Gregg, including the intersection near the school. are already underway along College Avenue—also funded through the SS4A FIGURE 7.13 Distribution of travel modes at Woodland Junior High School at Poplar Street and College. Moreover, FPS plans to construct the new Ramay Junior High School campus just east of this area. If developed, multiple layers of safety improvements should be applied at the crossings that connect both schools. Every day, nearly one hundred students walk to the New Life Church parking lot northeast of Green Acres Road and Poplar Street for pick-up. About 30 to 50 students electively enroll in PE at this age, but the skills park exists uphill of the school at Gregory Park, but is not utilized. There is no bike club, but 15 students participate in NICA. 1% (12)1% (6) 24% (224) 14% (133) 59% (549) Number of Students 807 Grades 7 - 8 Percent within 1 mile of School 7% Percent Walking and Bicycling 1% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 32% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)1 Walk Bike Bus CarCarpool Scooter Other 125 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.27 Woodland Junior High School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 126 Map ID Location Recommendation N. Woodland Ave. and W. Poplar St. Install high-visibility crosswalk at south leg; install curb extension on southeast corner; update southeast ramp with DWS. E. Poplar St. at Woodland Junior High Entrance Install DWS at curb ramps; double-side crosswalk signs; add thermoplastic rumble bars on approaches to crosswalk. E. Poplar St. (N. Green Acres Rd. to N. Woodland Ave.) Repair sidewalk on north side; install sidewalk where missing; install shared use path on south side of Poplar. N. Green Acres Rd. and E. Poplar St. Install high-visibility crosswalks at all four legs; install curb ramps at all corners. E. Poplar St. (N. Green Acres Rd. to N. College Ave.) Install shared use path on south side and sidewalk on north side. E. Poplar St. and N. College Ave. Reconstruct intersection with safe crossings, considering the future Ramay Junior High location just east of this area. At-grade improvements should include high-visibility cross- walks, LPI, No-Right-on-Red, and protected signal phasing. The feasibility of a bike-ped tunnel should also be investigated, N. Gregg Ave. and W. Poplar St. Intersection to be reconstructed under SS4A grant; railroad crossing improvements recommended. N. Greenvalley Ave. and W. Miller St. Install curb ramp on southeast corner of intersection; install high-visibility crosswalk on south leg of intersection; update curb ramp on southwest corner of intersection with DWS. N. Yates Ave. and W. Miller St.Install marked crosswalk across Yates Ave. N. Woodland Ave. (E. Poplar St. to E. Ash St.)Install curb ramps on driveway (2). N. Green Acres Rd. (E. Poplar St. to N. College Ave.) Install crosswalks across commercial driveways; reduce driveway widths where feasible. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Schoolyard 10 Front Relocate away from travel-way; add capacity 127 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.28 Woodland Junior High School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 128 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Woodland Junior High School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 129 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 130 As a preparation services center, students who attend ALLPS come and go during all parts of the day. Additionally, many students take online courses remotely from home. While many students drive or ride the bus (including Razorback Transit), some walk or ride from nearby residential developments. The site is in an older residential area with frequent sidewalk gaps, unimproved crossings, and accessibility issues. Providing ADA access across the school property, establishing an appropriate bike parking area near the entrance, and improving transit access would all greatly improve the site. Number of Students 153 Grades 9 - 12 Percent within 1 mile of School 4% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 21% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023) 3 IMAGE 7.10 Incomplete sidewalks and long crossings create inaccessible conditions for students at ALLPS IMAGE 7.9 This bike rack style does not support bicycles properly. Replacement is recommended. 131 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.29 ALLPS School of Innovation Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 132 Map ID Location Recommendation S. Sang Ave. and W. Stone St.Install DWS on northwest and southwest corners, as well as two ramps on southeast corner. Install stop bars in all directions. W. Stone St. (S. Cross Ave. to S. Sang Ave.)Fill sidewalk gaps at 1942 and 2026 W. Stone St. W. Stone St. and S. Cross Ave.Install marked crosswalk across Cross Ave. on north leg. Install curb ramp on northeast corner. S. Sang Ave. (W. Stone St. to W. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd.) Install speed cushions and upgrade sidewalk to shared use path per city plans. S. Sang Ave. and W. Mitchell St.Install raised crosswalk and RRFB. W. Mitchell St. (S. Sang Ave to S. Eastern Ave.)Complete sidewalk gaps at various locations along the north side. ALLPS Property Address circulation and accessibility issues at numerous locations across the site. W. Old Farmington Rd. and S. Melbourne Dr. Replace crosswalk markings with high-visibility crosswalk marking, add stop bar, and relocate stop sign behind crosswalk. W. Old Farmington Rd. (S. Key West Dr. to S. Root Ave.)Address uplift and drop-off at inlet. W. Old Farmington Rd. and Root Ave.Install marked crosswalk and DWS on both curb ramps. W. Old Farmington Rd. and ALLPS Entrance Install curb extension and raised crosswalk from ALLPS entrance to sidewalk on south side. Evaluate use of RRFB at this location. S. Sang Ave. and W. Old Farmington Rd.Install raised crosswalk on west leg across Old Farmington Rd. W. Old Farmington Rd. (S. Root Ave. to S. Sang Ave.) Install sidewalk on south side (back of 2190 M.L.K Jr. Blvd.) and install speed cushions. W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and S. Hollywood Ave.for student travel to restaurants and other frequent destinations. Hollywood Ave. and W. Pasadena Lnk. Install marked crosswalks; install curb ramps on northwest and northeast corners; complete sidewalk connections across north leg and east leg of intersection. Type Total Spaces Location Recommendation Custom Weld 6 Side Replace rack; relocate to front 133 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.30 ALLPS School of Innovation Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 134 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for the ALLPS School of Innovation. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 135 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 136 Fayetteville Public Schools serves a 118-square-mile district with a single high school campus (FHS), meaning only about 1% of students live within walking or cycling distance of FHS. While this limits the overall mode share for active transportation at the high school, the centralized model creates an opportunity to focus Safe Routes to School improvements on key corridors and access points near campus. FHS is located in an urbanized area near the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Public Library, commercial districts, and shared use trails. However, Arkansas Highway 180 (M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard)—a major barrier to safe walking and cycling. Strengthening east–west connections, such as Mitchell Street and Carlson Drive, can provide lower-stress alternatives to M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard, especially with the planned redevelopment of the former Ramay Junior High site into a magnet campus. IMAGE 7.11 Students walk in the grass from the parking lot to the sidewalk on Stadium Drive Enhancing these pedestrian routes, improving transit access, parking pricing, and other policies can reduce single- occupancy vehicle trips. In addition to infrastructure, education plays a key role. Observations of distracted driving and walking enforce the need for targeted safety education, which could be incorporated into advisory periods. Number of Students 2534 Grades 9 - 12 Percent within 1 mile of School 1% Percent on Free and Reduced Lunch 36% Non-Motorist Crashes within 1/4 Mile Radius (2019-2023)6 Existing Bike Parking Types U-rack U-rack Total Spaces 64 34 Locations Front Rear Recommendation None 137 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.31 Fayetteville High School Walkshed CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 138 Map ID Location Recommendation S. Stadium Dr. and W. Bulldog Blvd.Install raised crosswalk across Stadium Dr. W. Bulldog Blvd. (Delaware Ave. to Buchanan Ave.) North side sidewalk needs repair. Missing sidewalk on north side, west of parking lot to Delaware Ave. Bulldog Blvd. and FHS North Entrance Add raised crosswalk; double-side crosswalk signs. Combination of missing curb ramps and temporary speed humps could be replaced by raised crosswalk. W. Stone St. (Buchanan Ave. to Duncan Ave.) Repair three ADA issues where sidewalks intersect driveways between Buchanan Ave. and Duncan Ave. W. Stone St. and S. Duncan Ave. Add marked crossing across Duncan Ave. (north), as well as east and west crosswalks across Stone St; add curb ramp to southeast corner. S. Hill Ave. and W. Stone St.Install high-visibility crosswalks at the north and west legs of the intersection. S. Stadium Dr. (Carlson Dr. to M.L.K. Jr. Blvd.)Install speed cushions. S. Stadium Dr. and W. Carlson Dr. Add high-visibility crossing across Carlson Dr. (west side); install raised crossing across Stadium Dr. S. Buchanan Ave. and School Entrance Install RRFB; upgrade curb ramp on east side of Buchanan. FHS southwest Driveway Create safe crossing or separate pathway/ramp down to Stadium Dr. for students walking by installing parking lot crossings, walking lane, ramp down to sidewalk, etc. W. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. (S. Razorback Rd. to College/ School Ave.) Stripe crosswalks across driveways and relocate signage as needed. S. Buchanan Ave. and S. Duncan Ave. Redesign intersection and review access closure for Duncan Ave. W. 6th St. and S. Stadium Dr.Implement LPI; increase pedestrian signal phase; prohibit Right-on-Red at all approaches. S. Duncan Ave. (S. Duncan Ave. to M.L.K Jr. Blvd.) Improvement needed; since the street is one-way, consider crossing distances on the north leg of the intersection. W. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. (Stadium Dr. to Hill Ave.) Pursue city ownership of this State-owned corridor, install medians, and other safety measures to encourage safe vehicle speeds. W. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. and S. Duncan Ave. Improvement needed at this intersection. Since the street is one- and reduce crossing distances on the north leg of the intersection. S. Stadium Dr. (M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. to Tsa-La-Gi Trail) Increase sidewalk width on east side of Stadium; add sidewalk to the west side between M.L.K. Jr. Blvd. and Tsa-La-Gi Trail. Bridge may pose as a constraint. W. Indian Trl. and S. Rose Ave. Install pedestrian connection to trail from neighborhood to the south. 139 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MAP 7.32 Fayetteville High School Infrastructure Recommendations CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 140 Safe Routes to School Program Recommendations seek to build upon the engineering interventions and current practices at each school, cultivating a culture of safety that encourages, educates, and inspires lifelong habits for active transportation. Listed below are the recommendations for Fayetteville High School. Detailed descriptions are provided at the end of this report in the Appendix A: Program Recommendations. 141 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL CAMPUS ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS | 142 143 | 144 144 Audience TABLE A.1 Program Recommendations Programming Idea Elementary School Middle School Junior High School High School Caregivers Establish SRTS Team • • • • • Park & Walk • • • • • Walk & Roll Events • • • • Walking School Bus • • Bike Bus • • Frequent Walker and Biker Program • • • • Driver's Education • Pedestrian and Cycling Education • • • • Parent, Caregiver and Staff Education • Crossing Guards • • • • • Student Walk Audit • • • • Enforcement • • • • • Audience Middle School Junior High High School CaregiversElementary School All Grades Community Wide En c o u r a g e m e n t Ed u c a t i o n En f o r c e m e n t This "Strategies Guide" provides practical strategies and resources to encourage and enable more families to walk, bicycle, and/or roll safely and comfortably. The activities detailed in this Guide meet a variety of the Fayetteville SRTS Six Es, but focus primarily on Encouragement, Education, and Enforcement. They can be tailored to meet the needs of a 145 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL TABLE A.1 Program Recommendations Focus Walking or Rolling Bicycling Driving Busing Effort Page • • • •High 147 • •Medium 150 • • • •Medium 151 •Medium 153 •Medium 155 • •Low 158 •Low 160 • •High 160 • • • •Low 160 • • •Medium 163 • • • •Low 163 • • • •Medium 165 Focus Walking/ Rolling Bicycling Driving BusingAll Modes Effort Medium HighLow APPENDICES | 146 the activity, the goal of the activity, materials needed, appropriate age groups, volunteer time needed, suggested locations, and resources and templates to help you get started. Icons were used to streamline the ideas, so that community SRTS champions can is not an exhaustive list, so this guide also includes links to other resources and ideas. There are vast options to approach SRTS. If your community has a seemingly unique experience, there may be a documented solution and strategy for encouraging walking, cycling, and rolling. An SRTS Team can help meet the following goal: Serve as a sounding board during the planning process, provide feedback and knowledge at key stages, and work together to implement the Plan and Program at a school or cluster of schools. Promote SRTS events and activities (Walk & Roll to School Day; Bike Rodeo; Bike to School Day; etc.) Participate in school safety audits Implement the SRTS Plan Provide additional resources and support where needed to best implement safe and effective school travel options The SRTS Team helps guide the City's SRTS Program by providing feedback, advice, and knowledge gained through professional expertise or lived experience. The Team should be composed of up to 20 volunteer members representing interests including, but not limited to: government staff, bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organization, Safe Routes to School practitioners, school district staff, public health and safety representatives. City, School District, parents, students, advocates N/A Identify team members and local partners that would be part of the SRTS Team. Members of the Team should include key stakeholders from the school and community who can help plan and implement a successful program. Members could include local champions, principals, IMAGE A.1 Bike education at Holcomb Elementary 147 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL students and families throughout the school district. The goal is to keep the momentum of the program moving forward and to foster a supportive walking and cycling culture. The SRTS Team should assign lead roles and set up regular check-ins to evaluate progress of the Plan and Program. Have local City Council and School Board pass resolutions adopting the SRTS Team as a formal committee of the City and one that is referred to in questions of transportation safety and access, school siting and adjacent development, and other relevant needs. Developing a Youth Task Force with high school student representatives who care about transportation, climate change, and/or health is a great way to establish young local leaders and bring youth voices to the active transportation conversation. Student task force members plan events and activities to encourage walking and cycling. Establish a Youth Task Force at the high school to include students representing diverse experiences, backgrounds, and geographies. Provide the Youth Task Force with at least one seat on the Fayetteville SRTS Team. teachers, district transportation staff, municipal employees, elected parents, students, general community members, bike advocates and law enforcement and should represent diverse geographic areas, perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Determine how each team member will contribute to implementation of the SRTS Program and Plan. is recommended that the Team holds an initial planning meeting to identify priority strategies and actions from the SRTS Plan and for the future years of the SRTS Program. The Team can identify current SRTS efforts, barriers, opportunities, and needs and reach out to stakeholders to better understand the needs, desires, and context of APPENDICES | 148 Outside of big "Walk & Roll" events, Bike Buses, and Walking School Buses, a school or community-incentivized walking or bicycling program can help encourage more students to walk or bike to school. Audiences are typically families with all ages of students considered, depending on the site/location. Recommendation Description Lead Implementer(s) Participate in Walk to School Day and Bike to School Day Walk and Bike to School Days encourage students and their families to try walking, bicycling, and rolling in a supportive environment. Consider incorporating competitions between schools district wide. Once established, they can lead to monthly walking, cycling, and rolling events to maintain momentum and enthusiasm. School District Encourage and support walking and school buses and bike buses Walking school buses and bike buses are groups of children who walk or bicycle to school together with adult supervision. Organize adult volunteers to "pick up" students on their walk or bike ride to and from school. City, School District Frequent Walker/Bike Program Walking, cycling, and/or rolling are encouraged with punch cards or similar options School(s) Give away bicycle helmets, lights, and locks Schools can partner with other community organizations to acquire do not have them. Coordinate helmet, light, and lock giveaways with bike and helmet safety education and skills practice. City, School District Share success stories Improve awareness of SRTS efforts and build excitement by sharing success stories via local and social media. City, School District TABLE A.2 Encouragement Recommendations 149 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL Establish remote pick-up /drop-off location to encourage walking/ cycling/rolling as part of the trip to/from school Relieve congestion around the school drop-off and pick-up area and possibly improve access for pedestrians Establish safe gathering places for students to meet to walk together to/ from school Coordinate with a local park, grocery store, commercial space, church, or other community organization to utilize their parking lot. Be sure the Park & Walk does not interfere with business hours. Create Park & Walk Site. Similar steps can be taken to implement a Park & Walk program. Determine a nearby spot to the school for students and families to park and practice pedestrian or bicycle safety by walking or rolling to school. These programs are great for younger students who need more assistance walking or cycling to school and for older students for a little more independence. These programs help improve safety, parent trust, and visibility. Park & Walk sites also relieve congestion at school drop-off zones and eliminate some idling and waiting. Test timing and routes from Park & Walk sites to school. Make sure road crossings are safe and that there are facilities for safe access. Consider signage denoting parents should walk with elementary students, with time frames that note when it is appropriate to park and walk. The following should be considered and implemented, if appropriate, to ensure equitable access: Provide materials in languages spoken by students and caregivers. Consider visual maps and materials that are easily understood and accessible. Ensure that the walking school bus route is accessible to students of all abilities. If not, communicate the barriers in any materials. For example, walking school bus maps should highlight sidewalks or curbs that are not ADA accessible. Look to create walking school bus routes that originate from or include locations with multi-family housing. Step by Step: How to Start a Walking School Bus at Your School (Safe Routes National Partnership) The Walking School Bus: Combining Safety, Fun, and the Walk to School (SRTS Guide) APPENDICES | 150 Encouraging families who do not typically walk, bike, or roll to school to try doing so Encouraging students to walk, bike, or roll to school together in groups Uniting the entire school/community for one activity Reducing transportation-related emissions and improved air quality Jump starting an SRTS program at a school or in the community Build the culture of walking or bicycling to school, and acceptance of walking or bicycling to school that is supported by the City and school Walk & Roll events help generate enthusiasm and excitement around walking, cycling, and rolling. Programming examples include: Walk & Roll to School Day - Every October, schools across Arkansas, the country, and the world celebrate International Walk & Roll to School Day (IWR2SD). The celebration is designed to encourage students, families, and school communities to walk, bike, and roll to school. An event like this can share the same excitement and celebration at other school events like Donuts with Grownups. Bike to School Day - Bike to School Day (BTSD) is an annual one-day event held in May, which is National Bike Month, and serves to promote bicycling as a fun, healthy, and safe way to get around. An event like this can share the same excitement and celebration as other school events like Spring Fling Carnival. Build on the success of "Roll-a-Thon" and Bike to School Day at schools like Holt Middle School. Ruby Bridges Day - Every November 14th, Ruby Bridges's courageous and historic act of walking to school formerly whites-only William Frantz Elementary School in Louisiana in 1960. This day is celebrated across the United States and encourages students to walk to school, engage in a day of dialogue, and learn about activism, anti-racism, and anti-bullying. Winter Walk & Roll to School Day - Pick a day in January or February that encourages walking and cycling/rolling in winter. This also promotes winter walk/roll safety when conditions are different, but some students must still walk or roll to school. School administration or transportation coordinator, caregiver 151 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL Remind your community via newsletters/website, banners, posters, needs (e.g., tables, speakers, etc.) with school staff. The day of the event: Show up early to welcome volunteers and get the event set up. Create a festive environment with music, decorations, sidewalk chalk, etc. During and after the event, it is important to: Hand out giveaways to students. Take pictures and post to social media! Remember to be respectful of school photo policies. The following should be considered and implemented, if appropriate, to ensure equitable access: Provide materials in languages spoken by students and caregivers. Ensure that the event does not block drop-off/pick-up locations for students that may need ADA access to the school. Ensure that students who live too far away or cannot walk, bike, or roll to school can still participate in the activities by having on-site or in-class activities (e.g., pedestrian safety KDOT Bike to School Day Kit How to Plan Walk/Bike to School Day Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Walk/Bike to School Downloadable Materials Balloons, bubbles, other fun elements to build excitement Celebratory chalk messages on sidewalks near school Family friendly music Welcome music Encouragement items (e.g., stickers, pencils, etc.) Successful implementation of big, one- day events rests on the event timeline. Suggested event timelines are provided in many Bike to School Day and International Walk & Roll to School Day toolkits. A general timeline to follow might include: One month before the event: Form a committee to help plan the event. time. Post about the event in the school newsletter and social media. Start recruiting volunteers using the school newsletter, social media, and word of mouth. A week or two before the event: Continue to recruit and communicate with volunteers. Routinely post about the event on social media. to the event. School Bus or Bike Train routes. APPENDICES | 152 Reducing safety concerns by providing adult supervision while students walk to school Creating community with neighborhoods and a culture of walking and rolling Encouraging more students to walk to school Reduce vehicle congestion around the school at arrival and dismissal A walking school bus is a group of children that walk to school with one or more adults. While the number of families and students involved in a walking school bus may vary, a key characteristic is a the route where additional students or families can join at set times, and adult supervision. School's Parent Teacher Organization leaders, caregivers, school champion safety clothing Yard signs along the walking route Printer or online map of the walking Flyers/promotional materials When beginning a walking school bus, it often makes sense to start with a small group of families. Pick a single neighborhood that has a group of parents and children who are interested. To start an informal walking school bus: Invite families who live within walking distance. Exchange contact information with caregivers of students that would like to participate. Designate adult supervisors to Pick a route, meeting spots, and times to meet. Take a test walk to calibrate Decide how often the group will walk together. Some groups are once a week while others are monthly or even daily. When picking a route, answer the following questions: Are there adequate walking facilities? Are there sidewalks or paths? Or if there are no sidewalks or paths, are the streets low-speed and allow or 153 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL leader should walk the route without concerns or issues. 3. Identify adults to supervise walkers. One adult for every six students is recommended, although if students are aged ten or older, fewer adults may be needed. If students are between ages four to six, one adult per three children is recommended. Make sure each walking school bus leader has a safety vest or some other high- visibility designation (e.g., t-shirt, bright hat, etc.) that lets students and their caregivers know who is in charge. 4. Finalize the logistics by answering the following questions: How often will the walking school bus operate? Once a week or every day? When should students arrive at each stop to be picked up? Will the bus operate before school, after school, or both? What training do volunteers need? What safety training do children need? 5. Finally, kick off the program! Put up yard signs or A-boards at the stops that advertise the scheduled walking days and times to spread the word. Also, consider launching the walking school bus on the day of a community event, such as International Walk to School Day or safe walking? Are there accessible ramps at corners for students with varying abilities? Is it easy to cross the street? Is there a route that includes marked crossings, signals, or crossing guards? Does the environment feel safe? Are there loose dogs? Is there adequate visibility? To grow a walking school bus or add more, the program might require coordination, volunteers, and potential safety and liability training. The following steps should be followed as a walking school bus becomes larger and more established: 1. Determine the amount of interest in a walking school bus program. Contact potential participants and partners to inform them about the program and recruit walking school bus leaders. Consider promoting the walking school bus within the neighborhood you wish to walk. Provide written information to caregivers with expectations and rules for the walking school bus. Consider having both parents/ caregivers and children sign off on the expectations and rules of the walking school bus. 2. Next, identify the route(s). The amount and location of interested and locations of walking routes and stops. The walking school bus APPENDICES | 154 Encourage more students to bike to school Reduce vehicle congestion around the school at arrival and dismissal Teach students safe bicycling skills Encourage physical activity before the start of the school day Bike buses, or bike trains, are adult-led groups of students that bike to or from school together. They may consist of one or two neighbors cycling together, or a route with multiple stations where more riders join along the way. Bike buses can be for students of any age, but the age and bicycling skills of the student should be considered when creating the route and determining the number of caregivers needed. At minimum, a bike bus should have at least two adults, with one positioned at the front of the train and another in the back to make sure everyone rides together. More adults might be needed based on the age, skill, and number of students, or the bicycle Caregivers, Bike Fayetteville, Pedal it Forward Bikes, helmets, and a secure place to park their bikes at school multi-tool for bike bus leaders Yard signs at bike bus stops Printed or online map of the route Flyers/promotional materials A bike bus route needs to account for both rider ability, safe facilities, and distance. Bike bus organizers should answer the following questions when creating a route: Where do students live? Is there bicycle infrastructure—such as paths, bike lanes, or bike boulevards— that would increase safety for riders? Where are the best places to cross streets? How long will it take to ride the route? Remember to factor in breaks and slow-downs around designated stops to pick up more riders. How will the bike bus navigate the school campus? Are there any rules or restrictions around riding bikes on school property? 155 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL savings time. Inform caregivers on the bike bus's bike light policy and, if possible, supply bike lights for students that either do not have them or forget. Bike bus participation may change—you may see some students drop off, or there wanting to join. Some tips for keeping the momentum include: Keep it exciting – Bring a Bluetooth speaker for music. Also, consider having fun activities to switch up which students are in the front or the back of the bus or theme days (e.g., Halloween costume ride). Include local heroes or celebrities, or even school staff. Make it a social after school bike club! Reward student riders – Special small incentives can go a long way in encouraging participation and rewarding safe bicycling behavior. Foster a supportive bike culture – Build upon the bike bus's momentum to encourage the greater school community to participate in Bike to School Day or host another bike related event such as a bike rodeo. Partner with Pedal It Forward for bike giveaways. Partner with local bike shops for bike rodeo volunteers: Phat Tire, High Roller, The Bike Route, Pedego. Work with these local shops to build a bike maintenance What do you do with the bikes at the end of the ride? Is there a secure place to lock bikes? What rules and expectations will riders have to adhere to? While law does not require a helmet for children, consider requiring helmets for the bike bus. Once the route is determined, it is recommended that the organizer ride the route without students at the time the bike bus would typically operate to identify challenges or issues. The route can also be amended once the bike bus begins to better accommodate new riders, Scheduling the bike bus is also important—a clear schedule and the ability to communicate any last-minute changes is essential. Considerations for the schedule might include: How often will you ride? Daily, one day a week, or one day a month (e.g., When will the bike bus start, arrive, and leave the various stops? Will the bike bus be one-way or round trip? If roundtrip, how do you handle afternoon departure? Consider students who participate in after school activities. Determine a location to meet after school, such as nearby the bike racks. Depending on the time and season, students may need bike lights. Consider laws and ordinances. Keep in mind any changes for daylight APPENDICES | 156 bicycling abilities to join. If that is not possible, communicate the barriers to caregivers in any materials. Identify resources in your community for free or low-cost bicycles for bicycles. Many families have bicycles that they have outgrown their garages. Starting a bike bus is a great opportunity to organize a bike swap! Bicycling to School Together: A Bike Train Planning Guide (National Center for Safe Routes to School) Tip Sheet Number 2: Organizing Bike Trains (Safe Routes Partnership) How to Start a Bike Bus (Bike Bus World) Contact FPS Outdoor Education and Sustainability Specialist for Support kit for the school district to use for future bike events. Partner with Pedal Kids for bike camps, workshops and the bike rodeo. Partner with Ozark Off-Road Cyclists (OORC) for trail riding and bicycle maintenance opportunities. Monitor your progress – Regularly assess how the program is going by asking the students and their families what is and is not working well. Consider informal polls or more formal surveys. Do not burn out – If you feel that the bike bus is getting too large, ask more caregivers to get involved, or evaluate if it makes sense to add another bike bus. Consider Bike Bus leader training - Formalized training for group riding can be available through the League of American Bicyclists or talk to other Bike Bus leaders and organizers for tips about safe group riding and considerations with children riders. The following should be considered and implemented, if appropriate, to ensure equitable access: Provide materials in languages spoken by students and caregivers. Ensure that the bicycling route is as free of hazards as possible (e.g., potholes, busy intersections, etc.) to allow students with varying IMAGE A.2 Pedestrians crossing at the RRFB near Vandergriff Elementary and McNair Middle School 157 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL Increase participation Low-cost participation rewards for walking, rolling, and bicycling Improved participation for try-it days Frequent walker and biker programs provide small rewards or incentives to students who regularly walk and bicycle to school. Frequent walker and biker programs use a system, like punch cards, small item collections, or posters for tracking student trips. Rewards can be given by classroom, like the Golden Sneaker Award, and can help shift the culture and acceptance of walking or cycling to school. These programs also can instill a sense of pride to getting to school on foot or by bike. Punch cards are optional but can help students track active trips Incentives for frequent walking, cycling, and rolling students Marketing materials to promote the event When various partners in a community— and the public at large—learn about SRTS programs that work, other organizations may be encouraged to participate and inspired to support similar programs at their own schools. SRTS publicity is typically positive and shows happy, active children and success in implementing infrastructure, walking and bicycling programs, and education. Often, the successes can be shared in simple ways, like with social media posts or through earned media in local newspapers, on the radio, or on televisions. Often, sharing successes within a school's community encourages others within that same school to participate. Today's media opportunities allow students and adults to share photos, videos, and written content. Be sure to have permission to share the faces of students on social media. APPENDICES | 158 Safe Routes to School education is multifaceted in that it should include messaging around program awareness, safety, and access. Audiences are also varied and may include students, caregivers, and drivers in general. Delivery of education can also vary and may include classroom education, lessons, printed materials, digital materials, signage, events, and more. Recommendation Description Lead Implementer(s) Provide pedestrian and bicycle safety education to students Students should receive age-appropriate pedestrian and bicycle education that is regularly reinforced (e.g., annually) and provides opportunities for skills practice. School-based education works best when integrated into the PE or Health curriculum. Outdoor classrooms at either school could be used for these educational activities. School District Conduct a bicycle rodeo Bike rodeos teach children skills related to walking, bicycling, and rolling safely, which can for walking, bicycling, and rolling to school. Partnership with the City, School District, community and local businesses Conduct parent and staff safety education campaign Prepare and distribute information packets for parents, caregivers, and school staff at the beginning of the school year containing school arrival and dismissal maps, a written description of the rules and procedures for arrival and dismissal, and general safety information. Procedures should emphasize driving safely, being alert for pedestrians and bicyclists, and respecting the school crossing guard(s). School District Provide walking, bicycling, and rolling maps Walking, bicycling, and rolling route maps can show the location of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and estimated walk/bike/roll times. City Provide Travel Training for middle, junior high, and high school students middle and high school students with material on safe walking, bicycling, rolling, driving, and transit behaviors. School District TABLE A.3 Education Recommendations 159 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL For high school students learning to drive, for parent and local community drivers, and for bus drivers: Incorporate content and messaging in the community and with parent to drive around pedestrians and cyclists, and the outsized impact that certain driving behaviors can have on pedestrian/bike safety (e.g., speed, right turns on red signals, opening car doors, etc.). This can improve the culture around active transportation over the long term. Provide information and messaging about distracted driving, especially to high school students. Consider no-phone zones and signage in school zones and/or on campuses. In school, student-focused pedestrian/ bike education opportunities: Students should receive age- appropriate pedestrian and bicycle education that is regularly reinforced (e.g., annually) and provides opportunities for skills practice. SRTS-focused lesson plans can have themes of safety, community, health, and/or environment. Lesson plans may be available through Safe Routes to School organizations, the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), and local active transportation advocacy groups. Education can be in the form of ongoing lessons or provided in other methods like videos or skills practice. Consider send-home materials as well like tip sheets, coloring pages, or bookmarks with safety information. Education can be provided in schools or during after school programs, camps, or community events. Host a one-time or annual safety event designed to engage and entertain children while providing safety skills and knowledge. Partner with Safety Town NWA for pedestrian and bicycle safety. They provide children with the knowledge and practical skills they need to stay safe in a variety of situations. Provide walking and bicycling routes maps that show the location of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and estimated walk/bike times to students and parents. These safe routes can be designated as walking routes and/or bicycling routes. School zone safety tips should include school maps, and written descriptions of the rules and procedures for arrival and dismissal that emphasize driving safety, being alert for pedestrians and bicyclists, and respecting the school crossing guard(s). APPENDICES | 160 Promote safety at the start of the school year (open houses, etc.) and throughout the year. Reminders can be particularly important with daylight savings time changes When new students enroll at schools, provide transportation safety information in new student paperwork and information. Provide clear signage at and around the school property to remind families about procedures for school drop-off and pick-up. Many cities and states have classroom lesson plans and resources for teaching students about bicycle and pedestrian safety. Here are some options: BikeWalkKC: – serves dozens of schools and thousands of kids every year in Kansas City area and can provide bicycle education classes to Kansas communities. The organization is currently working on creating a pedestrian safety offering! Let’s Go NC! (North Carolina): A pedestrian and bicycle safety skills program for elementary schools, including lessons plans and videos. California Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Curriculum for Grades 4 and 5: A program aligned with California upper elementary school students. Roll Bicycle Education Into Your Physical Education Program: This fact sheet explains the why and the how of integrating bicycle education into physical education programs. Active Transportation Alliance Teacher Resources: A resource kit that includes quick 10 minute lessons for us in PE classes, other sample lessons, and additional resources for elementary, middle, and high school teachers. Bicycle and Pedestrian Curricula Guide: A guide to bicycle and pedestrian education for students. Safe Routes to School and Student Leaders: Facilitator’s Guide to Engaging Middle School Youth: – middle schoolers. Cycle Quest (Elk Grove, California): – An activity book and resource library to help students and their care givers learn how to bike safely throughout their community. Bikeology: A ready-to-use bicycle safety curriculum developed by the Administration (NHTSA) and SHAPE America for physical education teachers and recreation specialists working with students in grades 6-12. School district teachers, health or PE teachers, coaches, parents, drivers education classes, law enforcement, advocacy groups 161 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 162 School Bus Safety Tips (Safe Kids) Helmet Fit Test (Safe Kids) Pedestrian Safety (NHTSA) A Caregiver's Guide to Raising a Safe Walker (KDOT) Driver Education Videos (LAB) IMAGE A.3 Bike education at Fayetteville High School Bike Safety Tips (Safe Kids) Rules of the Ride (Safe Kids) Pedestrian Safety Lesson Plan: surrounding schools, involving support from law enforcement, as well as trained volunteers and school staff members. Recommendation Description Lead Implementer(s) Establish school drop-off and pick-up monitors This will reinforce school procedures on and around the school campus.School District Partner with local law enforcement Include law enforcement representatives on advisory committees to help with education and purposeful speed enforcement in school zones. City, School District Support crossing guards Establish training and procedures for Find more information in these Adult School Crossing Guard Guidelines. City, School District Student Walk Audit Students, teachers, and community volunteers can participate in walk audits to evaluate conditions along key walking routes and identify barriers to safe and comfortable travel. The enforcement of City code is largely complaint-based, requiring issues like sidewalk or trail obstructions to be reported to the City through See-Click-Fix. Walk audits provide a proactive way to document concerns, all while educating students about their neighborhoods and municipal government. City, School District TABLE A.4 Enforcement Recommendations Crossing guards are everyday heroes and leading ambassadors for Safe Routes to School. They help children safely cross the street at key locations, while also reminding drivers of the presence of pedestrians and the necessary precautions to take while driving near them. The presence of crossing guards can encourage more parents to feel comfortable about their children walking or bicycling to school. While the 163 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 164 primary role of a school crossing guard is to guide children safely across the street, children also remain responsible for their own safety. In this manner, a guard plays another key function—a role model helping children develop the skills necessary to cross streets safely at all times. The design and implementation of an adult school crossing guard program is largely the decision of local communities. Currently, the Fayetteville School District employs crossing guards. Some federal guidance exists and there are some state and local requirements pertaining to the operation of guard programs, but these vary across the country. Ideally, the development of a school crossing guard program involves a community partnership that includes the expertise engineering or planning departments, and school systems. Working together with the locations where school crossing guards are needed and the appropriate number of guards for each location. Some wider, multi-lane intersections require more guards. The group establishes situations as well as hires, trains and equips the guards and secures long-term funding for the program. Crossing Guard training and equipment also vary across jurisdictions. Crossing Guards should be predictable and consistent across the community so that drivers are familiar with their actions and those actions are clearly interpreted by all drivers—even those who are new to the community. At minimum, crossing guards require a high-visibility safety vest (Class 2 or better), a whistle (either a hand whistle or traditional blown whistle), and an 18 inch stop paddle that is compliant with the Manual on Uniform equipment or upgraded equipment may include an LED stop paddle (ideal when speeds at the crossing exceed 30 MPH), hat, and mid-crossing temporary sign/ bollards. Adult School Crossing Guard Guidelines SRTS Guide Adult School Crossing Guards IMAGE A.4 A crossing guard at Lafayette St. and N. College Ave. help guide a family to school high-volume roadways—automated enforcement devices can support law enforcement. ARDOT has already utilized speed cameras and distracted driving cameras to increase safety in work zones. The devices alert on-site present in order to issue a violation. In addition to highway work zones, in school zones according to Arkansas Code § 27-52-111(c)(1). Enforcement is a critical component of school zone safety that promotes SRTS by reducing speeds and addressing behaviors that place students at risk during arrival and dismissal. Focused enforcement in school zones reinforces expectations of safe driving and helps create predictable, low-stress conditions for students walking, bicycling, and rolling to school. Targeted enforcement allows law enforcement to concentrate efforts on and community input. By prioritizing school zones and key routes with persistent speeding or safety concerns, this approach improves effectiveness and can make the most of limited resources. Additionally, temporary speed feedback signs can complement enforcement by increasing driver awareness and encouraging voluntary compliance with posted school zone speed limits. When placed temporarily, these signs reinforce safe speeds and avoid drivers becoming desensitized to them. It is important that feedback signs not display vehicle speeds above the posted limit, to not For longer road segments with persistent speeding—such as high-speed and IMAGE A.5 A safe route to Root Elementary School—with friends along the way 165 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL Beyond the state level, there are many other organizations that provide funding for projects or activities that improve walking, bicycling, and rolling. Below are a few links to start with: Recommendation Description Lead Implementer(s) AARP Community Challenge AARP provides small grants to fund “quick- action” projects that make a community more livable for people of all ages and abilities. City, School District, Public Charity such as a PTO Community Ties Giving Program within several “priority cause areas”: safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability. Public Charity such as PTO Walmart Spark Good Grant K-12 public schools and 501(c)(3) public charities are eligible to apply for Spark particularly near local Walmart and Sam's locations. City, School District, Public Charity such as a PTO League of American Bicyclists Community Spark Grants LAB's Bicycle Friendly America program awards both projects and programs that spark change to make bicycling safer, easier, and more accessible. City, School District, Public Charity such as a PTO Safe Routes to Schools Partnership Ruby Bridges Walk to School Grant Mini-grants are available to support Walk to School Day events, including giveaways, printing, supplies, volunteer stipends, t-shirts, food, and more. City, School District, Public Charity such as a PTO Clif Family Foundation Inclusive Outdoor Access: Catalyze solutions that expand access to safe places to enable healthy physical activity and improve mental health Public Charity excluding PTOs TABLE A.5 Other Funding Opportunities & Resources APPENDICES | 166 Bicycle Parking can be a single rack—or a group of racks—and should be visible and within 50 feet of the school entrance. Surface: Pavement or crushed stone preferred Nearby Objects: Place bike parking 2-3 feet away from buildings or other objects. Visitors/Staff: Provide bike parking for a few adult staff/visitors as well as students Take bike parking to the next level by: Covering bike parking from the rain and sun Providing an air pump on-site (e.g., painted footprints that lead from the bike rack to the entrance) Bicycle parking near campus gives students and staff a place to secure their bike during the day while they are at school. Encourages students and school staff to ride their bikes to school. When located near the main entrance, bike parking makes it inviting for people who get to school by bike. Communicates that bicycling is encouraged INVERTED U (staple and loop) Common style appropriate for many uses; two points of ground contact. Can be installed in series on rails to create a free-standing parking area in variable quantities. Available in many variations. Inverted U bike rack Bike corral Recommend Recommend 167 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 168 Every school should have enough bike parking to meet the day-to-day needs of students and staff. Bike parking at schools is currently the responsibility of the school district. When deciding where to install bike racks, the school district’s facilities group considers locations that are: Immediately noticeable upon arriving Visible from nearby windows and the street to ensure bikes are secure Publicly accessible Wave bike rack at Root Elementary Custom weld bike rack at Leverett Elementary Avoid Avoid WAVE & CUSTOM WELD Not intuitive or user-friendly; real- world use of this style often falls short of expectations; supports bike frame at only one location when used as intended. $: Bike parking is relatively inexpensive. Sometimes the best place to install bike parking is on the street or in a parking lot. A bike corral can be installed in place of a vehicle parking space, providing enough space for 6-12 bikes in place of one car. 10 signs $3,900 9 projects $90,000 1 project $78,000 37 projects $464,400 8 projects $80,000 7 projects $50,820 13 crosswalks $130,000 103 crosswalks $101,500 8,294 linear feet $2,043,504 6,705 linear feet $477,450 116 ramps $253,440 Install/Repaint Crosswalk Install Curb Extension Install/Update Curb Ramp Install/Repair Sidewalk Install Speed Cushions Install Pedestrian Refuge Island Install Raised Crosswalk Install RRFB Install PHB/ HAWKInstall Stop SignShared Use Path 169 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 170 Treatment Costs: Installation: $6,000 EA Update: $720 EA Treatment Costs: Installation: $1,000 EA Repaint MMA Continental Crosswalk: $1,040 EA Repaint Thermoplastic White Continental Crosswalk: $850 EA Treatment Cost: Installation: $10,000/crossing Treatment Cost: Installation: $7,260/crossing 171 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 172 Treatment Cost: Installation: $10,000 EA Treatment Cost: Installation: $78,000 EA Treatment Cost: Installation: $12,900/crossing Treatment Costs: Installation: $15/sf Repair: $15/sf 173 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL Treatment Cost: Installation: $18/sf Treatment Cost: Installation: $1,500/lane approach APPENDICES | 174 Treatment Cost: Installation: $10,000 EA Treatment Cost: Installation: $1,000 EA 175 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 176 Treatment Cost: Installation: $390 EA Treatment Cost: Installation: $390 EA ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 1 ALLPS School of Innovation 5 S Sang Ave & W Mitchell St Intersection 2 ALLPS School of Innovation 9 W Old Farmington Rd (S Key West Dr to S Root Ave)Along the Roadway 3 ALLPS School of Innovation 11 W Old Farmington Rd & ALLPS Entrance Mid-block Crossing 4 Asbell Elementary School 1 Shamblin Apartments School Access Internal Connectivity 5 Asbell Elementary School 2 W Skyler Dr & N Evening Shade Dr Intersection 6 Asbell Elementary School 3 FPS Sports Facility Access Internal Connectivity 7 Asbell Elementary School 4 N Sang Ave (W Skyler Dr to W Lawson St)Along the Roadway 8 Asbell Elementary School 7 N Sang Ave (W Holly St to W Lawson St)Along the Roadway 9 Elementary School 11 N Old Missouri Rd & E Eton St Intersection 10 Fayetteville High School 9 S Buchanan Ave & School Entrance Mid-block Crossing 11 Fayetteville High School 11 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (S Razorback Rd to College/School Ave) Along the Roadway 12 Fayetteville High School 13 W 6th St & S Stadium Dr Intersection 13 Fayetteville High School 15 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (Stadium Dr to Hill Ave)Along the Roadway 14 Fayetteville High School 17 S Stadium Dr (MLK Blvd to Tsa- La-Gi Trail)Along the Roadway 15 Happy Hollow Elementary School 11 Crossover Rd & Peppervine Dr Intersection 16 Holcomb Elementary School 1 N Salem Rd & W Crystal Dr Intersection Using the criteria detailed in Section 6 - Impact and Implementation, the table below categorizes all 170 infrastructure recommendations according to their calculated impact level. Three general categories—high, medium, and low—help prioritize 177 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 178 Recommendation Description Impact Install raised crosswalk and RRFB. High Address uplift and drop-off at inlet. High Install curb extension and raised crosswalk from ALLPS entrance to sidewalk on south side. Evaluate use of RRFB at this location.High Access from apartment complexes to the north - possible accessibility/visibility improvements needed. Reduce crossing distance by installing calming devices.High Install high-visibility crosswalks on north and east legs of intersection. High Possible paved parking lot.High Stripe parking lot entrance to shorten driveway width and formalize parking; Consider pavement treatments or curbing to formalize narrowed driveway.High Upgrade the existing sidewalk to a sidepath per the City's Master Trail Plan. High Install curb extensions for the west corners; Install center refuge island for the north leg. High Install RRFB; Upgrade curb ramp on east side of Buchanan. High Stripe crosswalks across driveways and relocate signage as needed. High Implement LPI; Increase pedestrian signal phase; Prohibit Right-on-Red at all approaches. High Consider installing High Increase sidewalk width on east side of Stadium; Add sidewalk to the west side between MLK Blvd and Tsa-La-Gi Trail. Bridge may pose a constraint.High Add Yield to Pedestrian signage for southbound vehicles. High Install DWS at NE, SE, and SW corners; Install curb extensions on NE and SE corners; Mark crosswalk on west leg; Install raised crosswalk on south leg.High recommendations with the greatest potential to drive impact along lines of safety, demand, equity, and infrastructure. Map IDs correspond with the Map ID listed on each school's infrastructure recommendations map, listed in Section 7 - Campus Assessments and Recommendations. ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 17 Holcomb Elementary School 7 N Salem Rd & School Driveway Intersection 18 Holcomb Elementary School 9 N Salem Rd & Bentgrass Rd Intersection 19 Holt Middle School 1 N Rupple Rd & W McLaren Dr Intersection 20 Holt Middle School 2 N Rupple Rd (W Clearwood Dr to W Edgewater Dr)Along the Roadway 21 Holt Middle School 3 W Clearwood Dr & N Rupple Rd Intersection 22 Holt Middle School 5 N Rupple Rd & School Entrance Intersection 23 Holt Middle School 6 N Rupple Rd (W Clearwood Dr to W Mount Comfort Rd)Along the Roadway 24 Holt Middle School 7 W Mount Comfort Rd & N Rupple Rd Intersection 25 John L Colbert Middle School 5 S Rupple Rd & W Eisenhower Pl Intersection 26 Leverett Elementary School 2 N Garland Ave (Wedington/ North to Cleveland)Along the Roadway 27 Leverett Elementary School 4 N Garland Ave at W Berry St Intersection 28 Leverett Elementary School 6 W Berry St (Oakland to Leverett) Along the Roadway 29 Leverett Elementary School 9 N Garland Ave at W Eagle St Intersection 30 Leverett Elementary School 11 W Eagle St (Garland to Leverett) Along the Roadway 31 Leverett Elementary School 14 N Hall Ave and W Cleveland St Intersection 32 Leverett Elementary School 15 W Cleveland St (N Garland Ave to N Lindell Ave)Along the Roadway 33 Leverett Elementary School 16 W Cleveland St and N Garland Ave Intersection 34 Leverett Elementary School 18 N Garland Ave (W Cleveland St to W Maple St)Along the Roadway 35 M O Ramay Junior High School 4 S Sang Ave (W Stone St to W M.L.K. Jr. Blvd)Along the Roadway 36 M O Ramay Junior High School 13 W Old Farmington Rd (S Root Ave to S Sang Ave)Along the Roadway 37 M O Ramay Junior High School 14 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd & S Hollywood Ave Intersection 38 McNair Middle School 3 N Starr Dr & E Mission Blvd Intersection 179 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 180 Recommendation Description Impact Install pedestrian refuge island. High Mark high-visibility crosswalks on the east and west legs of the intersection; Install RRFB and raised crosswalk at north leg.High Add high-visibility crosswalk on east leg of intersection. High Remove continuous and speed cushions.High Install crosswalk on east leg of intersection. High Install DWS at SW curb ramp; Install raised crosswalk at RRFB. High Add speed reduced speed limit.High Install curb extension to NW corner; Reconstruct sidewalk to trail on NW corner; Add "No- Right-on-Red" across trail crossing; Install raised crossing in right-turn bypass lane.High Install RRFB. High Investigate road and/or lane diet to addressing speeding and allow for vehicle queuing along southbound Garland.High Install high-visibility crosswalk along east leg of intersection. High Complete sidewalk gaps along north side of Berry. High Install high-visibility crosswalk along east leg of intersection. High Remove obstructions and repair sidewalks; Complete sidewalk gaps. High Reconstruct sidewalk and curb at SW corner to have crosswalk terminate outside driveway apron; Install RRFB.High Repair uplifted panels around drainage inlet at NE corner of Garland and Cleveland; Explore options to reduce or remove parking space at 1088 Cleveland.High Add mountable aprons at all 4 corners; Implement LPI and No-Right-on-Red; Increase pedestrian signal phase.High High Install speed cushions and upgrade sidewalk to shared use path per city plans. High Install sidewalk on south side (back of 2190 M.L.K. Jr Blvd) and install speed cushions. High intersection along high injury network; Major barrier for student travel to restaurants and other frequent destinations.High Reconstruct SW corner to close north-facing curb ramp; Install high-visibility crosswalk at south leg; Add curb ramp at SE corner for south leg of the crosswalk; Adjust signal for Install stop bar in northbound travel lane. High ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 39 McNair Middle School 4 E Mission Blvd & N Vandergriff Dr Intersection 40 McNair Middle School 5 N Box Ave & E Mission Blvd Intersection 41 McNair Middle School 6 N Crossover Rd & E Mission Blvd Along the Roadway|Intersection 42 McNair Middle School 8 N Hunters Rdg & E Cherokee Dr Intersection 43 McNair Middle School 9 E Mission Blvd (N Box Ave to N Vandergriff Dr)Along the Roadway 44 Owl Creek Elementary School 1 W Persimmon St & School Driveway Along the Roadway|Mid-block Crossing 45 Owl Creek Elementary School 2 N Wordsworth Ln & W Persimmon St Along the Roadway|Intersection 46 Owl Creek Elementary School 3 W Persimmon St (N Rupple Rd to N Keats Dr)Along the Roadway 47 Owl Creek Elementary School 4 W Persimmon St & N Rupple Rd Intersection 48 Root Elementary School 1 N Ramsey Ave (E Cicero Ln to E Mission Blvd)Along the Roadway 49 Root Elementary School 4 E Mission Blvd & N Jordan Ln Intersection 50 Root Elementary School 5 E Mission Blvd & N Ranch Dr Along the Roadway|Intersection 51 Washington Elementary School 2 N College Ave (E Davidson St to E Maple St)Along the Roadway 52 Washington Elementary School 8 N College Ave & Maple St Intersection 53 Washington Elementary School 15 E Lafayette St & N College Ave Intersection 54 Woodland Junior High School 3 E Poplar St (N Green Acres Rd to N Woodland Ave)Along the Roadway 55 Woodland Junior High School 5 E Poplar St (N Green Acres Rd to N College Ave)Along the Roadway 56 Woodland Junior High School 6 E Poplar St & N College Ave Intersection 57 Woodland Junior High School 7 N Gregg Ave & W Poplar St Intersection 181 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 182 Recommendation Description Impact Install PHB; Upgrade curb ramp at NW corner; Restripe high-visibility crosswalk at north leg; Install rumble bars to alert east and westbound vehicles on Mission; Install pedestrian-scale lighting.High Install high-visibility crosswalk and stop bar at north leg of intersection; Install “Yield to Pedestrians” signage along Mission Blvd.High Geometry and accessibility issues support intersection reconstruction (reducing curb radii and the 30' westbound and eastbound lane widths). In the near term, upgrade all curb ramps; add mountable truck aprons at all four corners; narrow through and turn lanes as appropriate; adjust signalization to add LPI and additional time for pedestrian phase. High Install new curb ramp at SE corner; Upgrade curb ramp at NE corner with DWS. High Install sidepath per the City's Master Trails Plan. High Install RRFB approaches.High Add two sidewalk connections from W Persimmon St to sidewalks internal to the subdivision. High Add signage for school speed zone for westbound direction; Install speed cushions. High Consider protected left-turn phase, No-Right-on-Red, and mountable truck aprons at all corners. High Install sidewalk. High Reconstruct median to provide pedestrian refuge island and install marked crosswalk and DWS in curb ramps at the north leg of intersection.High Complete sidewalk on north side of E Mission Blvd to N Ranch Dr in front of 1428 E Mission Blvd.High Stripe commercial driveways and consider narrowing driveway curb cuts. High Install LPI; Increase pedestrian signal phase; Reconstruct SE corner to allow ADA and consider closing commercial driveway.High Reconstruct curb ramps at all four corners to improve ADA; Install LPI; Implement No-Right-on- Red.High Repair sidewalk on north side; Install sidewalk where missing; Install shared use path on south side of Poplar.High Install shared use path on south side and sidewalk on north side. High Reconstruct intersection with safe crossings, considering the future Ramay Junior High location just east of this area. At-grade improvements should include high-visibility crosswalks, LPI, No-Right-on-Red, and protected signal phasing. The feasibility of a bike-ped tunnel should also High Intersection to be reconstructed under SS4A grant; Railroad crossing improvements recommended.High ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 58 ALLPS School of Innovation 2 W Stone St (S Cross Ave to S Sang Ave)Along the Roadway 59 ALLPS School of Innovation 8 W Old Farmington Rd & S Melbourne Dr Intersection 60 ALLPS School of Innovation 12 S Sang Ave & W Old Farmington Rd Intersection 61 ALLPS School of Innovation 15 S Hollywood Ave & W Pasadena Lnk Intersection 62 Asbell Elementary School 5 W Lawson St & N Sang Ave Intersection 63 Asbell Elementary School 6 N Sang Ave & W Holly St Intersection 64 Asbell Elementary School 8 W Holly St & N Sang Ave Intersection 65 Elementary School 1 N Old Missouri Rd (Sweetbriar Dr to Farr Ln)Along the Roadway 66 Elementary School 4 Rd (N Southridge Dr to N Summerhill Dr)Along the Roadway 67 Elementary School 6 Rd (N Old Missouri Rd to N Southridge Dr)Along the Roadway 68 Elementary School 7 N Old Missouri Rd & E Intersection 69 Elementary School 9 Fayetteville Health & Rehab Center Internal Connectivity 70 Elementary School 10 E Eton St (Elizabeth Ave to Old Missouri Rd)Along the Roadway 71 Fayetteville High School 2 W Bulldog Blvd (Delaware Ave to Buchanan Ave)Along the Roadway 72 Fayetteville High School 8 S Stadium Dr & W Carlson Dr Intersection 73 Fayetteville High School 10 FHS SW Driveway Internal Connectivity 74 Fayetteville High School 16 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd & S Duncan Ave Intersection 75 Happy Hollow Elementary School 6 Water/Sewer Easement Internal Connectivity 76 Happy Hollow Elementary School 7 E Peppervine Dr (west of S Woodsprings Dr)Along the Roadway 77 Happy Hollow Elementary School 8 E Peppervine Dr & S Woodsprings Dr Intersection 183 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 184 Recommendation Description Impact Fill sidewalk gaps at 1942 and 2026 W Stone St. Medium Replace crosswalk markings with high-visibility crosswalk marking, add stop bar, and relocate stop sign behind crosswalk.Medium Install raised crosswalk on west leg across Old Farmington Rd. Medium Install marked crosswalks; Install curb ramps on NW and NE corners; Complete sidewalk connections across north leg and east leg of intersection.Medium Install curb ramp on SW corner of intersection. Medium Install marked crossing over W Holly St; Update curb ramps for crossing of N Sang with DWS; Install curb ramp on SW corner for crossing Holly.Medium Mark crosswalk across W Holly St; Install DWS on curb ramps across east leg. Medium Widen sidewalk over Missouri Creek poses a design constraint.Medium Install sidewalk on south side to reach Harold St. Medium Repair uplifted sidewalk panels. Medium Improve lighting; Install RRFB; Install refuge island. Medium Install a paved connection and safe crossing through car pick-up lanes to the remote pick-up/ drop-off parking lot and Raven Trail north of campus.Medium Improve sidewalk, especially near driveways, including ADA. Medium North side sidewalk needs repair. Missing sidewalk on north side west of parking lot to Delaware Ave.Medium Add high-visibility crossing across Carlson Dr (west side); Install raised crossing across Stadium Dr.Medium Create safe crossing or separate pathway/ramp down to Stadium Dr for students walking by installing parking lot crossings, walking lane, ramp down to sidewalk, etc.Medium Improvement needed at this intersection. Since the street is one-way, consider installing intersection. Medium Recommend constructing trail under overhead power lines in water/sewer easement that spans from Peppervine Dr to Happy Hollow Rd.Medium Connect sidewalk Medium Convert to 4-way stop; Install high-visibility crosswalks on all legs of intersection. Medium ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 78 Happy Hollow Elementary School 9 E Peppervine Dr & The Cliffs Trail Mid-block Crossing 79 Happy Hollow Elementary School 10 S Woodsprings Dr & Trail Mid-block Crossing 80 Happy Hollow Elementary School 12 Happy Hollow Property Internal Connectivity 81 Happy Hollow Elementary School 13 Happy Hollow Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 82 Holcomb Elementary School 2 W Crystal Dr & N Rutile Dr Intersection 83 Holcomb Elementary School 8 Holcomb Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 84 Holcomb Elementary School 12 N Salem Rd & Clabber Creek Trail Mid-block Crossing 85 John L Colbert Middle School 1 W Bronco Dr Along the Roadway 86 John L Colbert Middle School 4 W Sante Fe St & S Rupple Rd Intersection 87 John L Colbert Middle School 6 Southeast of John L Colbert Middle School Property Internal Connectivity 88 John L Colbert Middle School 7 Magnolia Crossing Subdivision Internal Connectivity 89 Leverett Elementary School 1 N Garland Ave at W Hughes St Intersection 90 Leverett Elementary School 3 N Lindell Ave (Hughes to Eagle) Along the Roadway 91 Leverett Elementary School 8 N Storer Ave (North to Cleveland)Along the Roadway 92 Leverett Elementary School 13 W Cleveland St (Sang to Oliver) Along the Roadway 93 Leverett Elementary School 17 W Cleveland St & N Lindell Ave Intersection 94 M O Ramay Junior High School 1 S Sang Ave & W Stone St Intersection 95 M O Ramay Junior High School 6 W Mitchell St (S Sang Ave to S Eastern Ave)Along the Roadway 96 M O Ramay Junior High School 10 W Old Farmington Rd & Root Ave Intersection 185 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 186 Recommendation Description Impact Recommend crossing improvement, ideally an RRFB (with advanced warning for eastbound drivers) and raised crossing. Lower-cost recommendation would be in-street Yield to Pedestrian sign, and modular crossing island given the roadway width. Medium Install double-sided school crossing sign with downward pointing arrows; Install high-visibility marked crosswalk; Install curb ramp on west side; Install DWS on east end.Medium Install paved trail connecting Woodsprings Dr to school. Medium Develop ADA Medium Curb ramps missing DWS and marked crosswalk for north crossing of N Rutile Dr. Medium Install sidewalk outside of fenced area. Medium Remove vegetation on east side and conduct routine maintenance to improve visibility of trail users.Medium Fill sidewalk gap just west of Bronco Dr & Rupple Rd. Medium Repair cracking concrete on shared use trail. Medium Consider trail connection to Magnolia Crossing subdivision along property line. Medium Construct shared use path in overhead electric easement. Medium Install high-visibility crosswalk along east leg of intersection. Medium Fill sidewalk gaps at 816 Lindell (east side) and 903 Lindell (west side); Repair sidewalks; Prioritize Lindell as north-south walking collector for neighborhood east of Garland.Medium Remove obstructions and repair sidewalks; Complete sidewalk gap at 815-819 Storer. Medium Formalize sidewalk buffer space from Sang to Oliver with vertical elements; Consider extending curb and sidewalk over the long term.Medium Install curb extension at NE corner and reconstruct curb extension at southwest corner. Remove eastbound curb ramp at the SW corner. Install DWS at remaining three curb ramps. Convert two-way stop to all-way and stripe stop bars on Cleveland. Stripe crosswalk on north and west leg of intersection. Medium Install DWS on NW and SW corners as well as two ramps on SE corner; Install stop bars in all directions.Medium Complete sidewalk gaps at various locations along the north side. Medium Install marked crosswalk and DWS on both curb ramps. Medium ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 97 McNair Middle School 10 N Hunter's Ridge (E Mission Blvd to N Pointer Ln)Along the Roadway 98 McNair Middle School 11 N Whippoorwill Ct. & Cherokee Dr.Intersection 99 Owl Creek Elementary School 5 Owl Creek Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 100 Owl Creek Elementary School 6 Owl Creek Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 101 Owl Creek Elementary School 7 W Mountain View Dr & N Rupple Rd Along the Roadway|Intersection 102 Owl Creek Elementary School 8 Owl Creek Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 103 Owl Creek Elementary School 9 W Persimmon St Along the Roadway 104 Owl Creek Elementary School 10 Owl Creek Elementary School Property Internal Connectivity 105 Root Elementary School 6 Root Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 106 Root Elementary School 8 E Hope St & N Eastwood Dr Intersection 107 Washington Elementary School 5 W Maple St & N Highland Ave Intersection 108 Washington Elementary School 9 N Highland Ave (between W Lafayette and E Maple St)Mid-block Crossing 109 Washington Elementary School 11 N Forest Ave (W Lafayette St to W Maple St)Along the Roadway 110 Washington Elementary School 13 W Lafayette St & N Saint Charles Ave Intersection 111 Washington Elementary School 14 W Lafayette St & N Highland Ave Intersection 112 Washington Elementary School 16 E Lafayette St (Highland Ave to N Washington Ave)Along the Roadway 113 Washington Elementary School 21 Washington Elementary School Property Internal Connectivity 187 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 188 Recommendation Description Impact Install sidewalk. Medium Install mini-roundabout or four-way stop. A good candidate for tactical urbanism project.Medium Consider rehabilitation and regular maintenance of bicycle course on south side of creek. Medium Develop trail connection to future Owl Creek trail. Medium Install curb extensions on NE and SE corners of intersection; Install pedestrian island; Mark crosswalk at east leg.Medium Add curb ramps at relevant locations across school property. Medium Install sidewalk. Medium Add sidewalk, curb ramps, and marked crosswalk. Medium Connect outlet of “Root Chute” trail to playground blacktop. Medium Install marked crosswalk across west leg of E Hope St; Add curb ramp to NW corner; Add DWS to SW corner.Medium Install raised crossing at west leg; Install marked crosswalk at north leg; Install curb extension at NE corner; Add crosswalk lighting to RRFB.Medium Remove existing crosswalk marking and install raised crossing at SE gym entrance. Medium Replace sidewalk panels and enforce sidewalk obstruction code. Medium Install marked crosswalk; Update curb ramp on SW corner with DWS; Install curb extension on SE corner.Medium Install raised crosswalks on north and west legs of intersection; Reconstruct NW curb to reduce radius; Add crosswalk lighting to RRFB.Medium Relocate westbound school speed zone sign closer to N College Ave; Install crosswalk markings at commercial driveways; Install bicycle lane markings at AutoZone driveway; Install Bike Lane Ends sign for westbound travel. Reconstruct sidewalk as sidepath per the City's Master Trails Plan. Medium Install sidewalk to connect to main entrance without using stairs. Medium ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 114 ALLPS School of Innovation 3 W Stone St & S Cross Ave Intersection 115 ALLPS School of Innovation 7 ALLPS Property Internal Connectivity 116 Elementary School 2 Rd (in front of #1763)Along the Roadway 117 Elementary School 3 Rd (west of #3289) Along the Roadway 118 Elementary School 5 Rd & N Southridge Rd Intersection 119 Elementary School 8 E Farr Ln & Raven Trail Mid-block Crossing 120 Elementary School 12 Wagon Wheel Neighborhood Internal Connectivity 121 Fayetteville High School 1 S Stadium Dr & W Bulldog Blvd Intersection 122 Fayetteville High School 3 Bulldog Blvd & FHS North Entrance Mid-block Crossing 123 Fayetteville High School 4 W Stone St (Buchanan Ave to Duncan Ave)Along the Roadway 124 Fayetteville High School 5 W Stone St & S Duncan Ave Intersection 125 Fayetteville High School 6 S Hill Ave & W Stone St Intersection 126 Fayetteville High School 7 S Stadium Dr (Carlson Dr to MLK Blvd)Along the Roadway 127 Fayetteville High School 12 S Buchanan Ave & S Duncan Ave Intersection 128 Fayetteville High School 14 S Duncan Ave (S Duncan Ave to Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd)Along the Roadway 129 Fayetteville High School 18 W Indian Trl & S Rose Ave Intersection 130 Happy Hollow Elementary School 1 N Gem Trl & Trail Access Intersection 131 Happy Hollow Elementary School 2 N Happy Hollow Rd & The Cliffs Trail Intersection 132 Happy Hollow Elementary School 3 The Cliffs Trails Internal Connectivity 133 Happy Hollow Elementary School 4 N Happy Hollow Rd & E Paddock Rd Intersection 189 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 190 Recommendation Description Impact Install marked crosswalk across Cross Ave on north leg; Install curb ramp on NE corner. Low Address circulation and accessibility issues at numerous locations across the site. Low Repair sidewalk panels due to uneven pavement (e.g., drainage inlet on north side). Low Repair sidewalk panels at locations of uneven pavement (e.g., drainage inlet on north side). Low Mark crosswalk; Upgrade curb ramps; Monitor vegetation for sightlines. Low Install high-visibility crosswalk. Low Connect Wagon Wheel neighborhood under construction as of summer of 2025. Low Install raised crosswalk across Stadium Dr. Low Add raised crosswalk; double-side crosswalk signs. Combination of missing curb ramps and temporary speed humps could be replaced by raised crosswalk.Low Repair three ADA issues where sidewalks intersect driveways between Buchanan Ave and Duncan Ave.Low Add marked crossing across Duncan Ave (north), as well as east and west crosswalks across Stone St; Add curb ramp to SE corner.Low Install high-visibility crosswalks at the north and west legs of the intersection. Low Install speed cushions. Low Intersection improvements needed. Low Improvement needed; the width and reduce crossing distances on the north leg of the intersection.Low Install pedestrian connection to trail from neighborhood on the south. Low Install curb ramp to access trail. Low The Cliffs trails should intersect with the sidewalk on Happy Hollow Rd here but was not visible; Clear vegetation; Add signage; Potential trail to Mt Sequoyah Woods.Low Add trail connection to apartments. Low Add crosswalk and curb ramps for crossing across Happy Hollow Rd on south and west legs of intersection.Low ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 134 Happy Hollow Elementary School 5 The Cliffs Trails Internal Connectivity 135 Happy Hollow Elementary School 14 Happy Hollow Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 136 Holcomb Elementary School 3 Apatite Dr & Crystal Dr Intersection 137 Holcomb Elementary School 4 N Quartz Dr & W Crystal Dr Intersection 138 Holcomb Elementary School 5 N Pyrite Dr & W Crystal Dr Intersection 139 Holcomb Elementary School 6 W Crystal Dr & N Raven Ln Intersection 140 Holcomb Elementary School 10 Holcomb Elementary Property Internal Connectivity 141 Holcomb Elementary School 11 N Salem Rd & W Clabber Creek Blvd Along the Roadway|Intersection 142 Holt Middle School 4 Holt Middle School Property Internal Connectivity 143 John L Colbert Middle School 2 NE Corner of John L Colbert Middle School Property Internal Connectivity 144 John L Colbert Middle School 3 East side of John L Colbert Middle School Property Internal Connectivity 145 Leverett Elementary School 5 W Berry St and N Lindell Ave Intersection 146 Leverett Elementary School 7 North side of Leverett Elementary School campus Internal Connectivity 147 Leverett Elementary School 10 N Lindell Ave and W Eagle St Intersection 148 Leverett Elementary School 12 N Hall Ave (W Cleveland St & W Wedington Dr)Along the Roadway 149 McNair Middle School 7 N Hunters Rdg & N Pointer Ln Intersection 150 Root Elementary School 2 E Cain Dr & N Jordan Ln Intersection 151 Root Elementary School 3 N Lunsford Ave & E Hammond St Intersection 152 Root Elementary School 7 N Lunsford Ave & Root Chute Mid-block Crossing 153 Vandergriff Elementary School 1 E Township St & N Vandergriff Dr Intersection 191 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 192 Recommendation Description Impact to school. Low Improve long neglected Happy Hollow Bicycle Course to provide space for PE bike unit practice and future bike clubs/programming.Low Install marked crosswalk on north leg; Repaint and upgrade crosswalk on east leg; Add mountable curb extension on SE corner.Low North crossing of N Quartz Dr. Low Install DWS on NW corner. Low Mark crosswalks on west and north legs of intersection. Low Upgrade trail to reduce 90-degree turns, adding radius to corners and aligning with Clabber Creek Trail.Low Install DWS. Low Consider multi use path/trail connection at NW corner. Low Plan for future paved connections to the upcoming development and trails on the north/ northeast side of campus.Low Plan for future connectivity to Fayetteville Traverse and Dinsmore Trail. Low Prioritize as crossing opportunity for Lindell Ave walking route; Install high-visibility crosswalks at west and south legs of intersection; Upgrade curb ramps at SW and SE corners; Install all-way stop. Low Consider creating a walking path and entrance to the U of A forested property north of the school for nature program access.Low Install high-visibility crosswalks at south and west legs of intersection; Upgrade curb ramps at SE and SW corners.Low Consider allowing on-street parking along one side; Relocate mailboxes obstructing sidewalk to opposite side.Low Upgrade curb ramps with DWS. Low Existing curb ramps missing DWS. Install marked crossing across N Jordan Ln. Low Install marked crossing and stop bar across E Hammond St; Update both curb ramps with appropriate DWS.Low Install curb ramp on east side; double-side crosswalk signs; add “SCHOOL” to crosswalk signs; add thermoplastic rumble bars on approaches to crosswalk; install lighting.Low Install curb ramps in median and convert into pedestrian refuge along north leg of intersection; add lighting; Install a raised crosswalk on the east leg of intersection.Low ID School Map ID Location Geometry Type 154 Vandergriff Elementary School 2 N Vandergriff Dr & School Entrance Intersection 155 Washington Elementary School 1 N Park Ave & W Ila St Intersection 156 Washington Elementary School 3 W Maple St & N Forest Ave Intersection 157 Washington Elementary School 4 W Maple St (N Mock Ave to N College Ave)Along the Roadway 158 Washington Elementary School 6 W Maple St & N Highland Ave Intersection 159 Washington Elementary School 7 E Maple St & Alley 1315 Intersection 160 Washington Elementary School 10 W Lafayette St & N Thompson Ave Intersection 161 Washington Elementary School 12 W Lafayette St & N Mock Ave Intersection 162 Washington Elementary School 17 N Saint Charles Ave & W Boles St Intersection 163 Washington Elementary School 18 N Saint Charles Ave & W Watson St Intersection 164 Woodland Junior High School 1 N Woodland Ave & W Poplar St Intersection 165 Woodland Junior High School 2 E Poplar St at Woodland Junior High entrance Mid-block Crossing 166 Woodland Junior High School 4 N Green Acres Rd & E Poplar St Intersection 167 Woodland Junior High School 8 N Greenvalley Ave & W Miller St Intersection 168 Woodland Junior High School 9 N Yates Ave & W Miller St Intersection 169 Woodland Junior High School 10 N Woodland Ave (E Poplar St to E Ash St)Along the Roadway 170 Woodland Junior High School 11 N Green Acres Rd (E Poplar St to N College Ave)Along the Roadway 193 | FAYETTEVILLE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL APPENDICES | 194 Recommendation Description Impact Upgrade curb ramps to ADA standards. Low Install crosswalk marking and stop bar on west leg; install curb ramp on NW corner. Low Update curb ramps (2) with DWS at SW corner; Install crosswalk markings on east leg; Install north-facing curb ramp on SE corner; Convert to all-way stop and add stop bars in all directions. Low Install speed cushions. Low Install curb extension at SW corner and update SW and SE curb ramps with DWS. Low Install curb ramp on NW corner. Low Install marked crosswalk at south leg and update curb ramps with DWS. Low Install marked crosswalk on north leg and add curb ramps on NW and NE corners. Low Explore options for marked crosswalk and curb extensions at south leg. Low Install marked crosswalks at west and south legs; Relocate stop sign and add stop bar for eastbound Watson St.Low Install high-visibility crosswalk at south leg; Install curb extension on SE corner; Update southeast ramp with DWS.Low Install DWS at curb ramps; double-side crosswalk signs; add thermoplastic rumble bars on approaches to crosswalk.Low Install high-visibility crosswalks at all four legs; Install curb ramps at all corners. Low Install curb ramp on SE corner of intersection; Install high-visibility crosswalk on south leg of intersection; Update curb ramp on SW corner of intersection with DWS.Low Install marked crosswalk across Yates Ave. Low Install curb ramps on driveway (2). Low Install crosswalks across commercial driveways; Reduce driveway widths where feasible.Low