WI TechSteering 11-28-12 Pres FILE · 2012. 11. 29. · along Miller Road. Project design included a traffic calming study to evaluate the impact of the proposed improvements. Miller

Wilmington Initiatives

Technical & Steering Committee Meeting�

November 28, 2012�

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Two-Way King Street Study (1500 Block)�Andrew Parker, McCormick Taylor, Inc.�

Two-Way King Street Study (1500 Block) •  WILMAPCO Study; part of UPWP •  Concept Study to be completed soon •  Addressed vehicular and pedestrian circulation and safety •  Rough cost estimate of preferred alternative: $250,000 •  Next Steps: identify path forward and funding for design and construction

This study involves analyses of traffic circulation and evaluations of intersection geometry to determine if two-way traffic on the 1500 block of King Street, along with other improvements, will enhance vehicular and pedestrian circulation in the area. The preferred alternative includes converting one block of King Street from one-way to two-way traffic, reconfiguring the King Street intersections at 15th Street and 16th Street, and implementing various signing, striping, and traffic signal modifications. At King Street & 16th Street, the existing concrete island would be removed, and high-speed WB right turns would be addressed by reducing the turn radius and having the right turns controlled by the signal. Pedestrian safety, bicycle mobility, and weaving traffic on the Market Street Bridge are also addressed by the preferred alternative.

Schedule and Cost to be determined

Two-Way King Street Study (1500 Block)







Delaware Avenue / 11th / 12th Streets Curve Study�Barbara Hughes, RK&K�

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Transportation Enhancement Projects�Todd Oliver, Whiteman, Requardt & Associates�

Wilmington Renaissance Pedestrian Safety Improvements

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�  Project Sponsors: WRC / City of Wilmington�

�  Project limits: 18 intersections throughout the City�

�  Project budget = $1 million�

�  Project Goals: Improve pedestrian safety�

�  Proposed Improvements�

•  Reconstruct curb ramps and upgrade crosswalk striping�

•  Install new pedestrian signals, signal controllers, and lighting �

�  Construction completed in June 2012�


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Delaware Ave at Washington St Delaware Ave at Washington St Delaware Ave at 11th St /Jefferson St


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Front Street at French Street Front Street at French Street


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Front Street at King Street Front Street at King Street


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Second Street at King Street Second Street at King Street


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Fourth Street at Orange Street Fourth Street at Orange Street

Rodney Square Beautification, Phase I

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�  Project Sponsors: DCH / City of Wilmington / Longwood Gardens / Garden Club of Wilmington�

�  Project limits: 10th Street and King Street�


�  Project Goals: Landscape enhancement, improve pedestrian accessibility�

�  Construction began in May 2012 and should be complete in early 2013.�


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Greenhill Avenue Landscape Improvements

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�  Project Sponsors: Wawaset Park Maintenance Corporation / City of Wilmington�

�  Project limits: North side of Greenhill Avenue,��7th Street to 11th Street�

�  Project budget = $430,000�

�  Project Goals: Landscape enhancement�

�  Proposed Improvements�•  Remove about 120 trees and plant 42 new shade trees and

84 new understory trees�

•  Repair existing rock wall and install new fence�

�  Construction began in August 2012 and should be complete in spring 2013.�


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Concord Avenue Streetscape Improvements

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�  Project Sponsors: Triangle Neighborhood / City of Wilmington�

�  Project limits: Baynard Boulevard to Broom Street�


�  Project Goals: Improved pedestrian safety and accessibility / landscape enhancement�

�  Proposed Improvements�•  Reconstruct curb ramps and upgrade crosswalks �

•  Construct landscaped median on Concord Avenue�

�  Construction began in October 2012 and should be complete in early 2013.�


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Windsor Street Sidewalk Improvements

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�  Project Sponsors: Shipley Run II Maintenance Committee / City of Wilmington�

�  Project limits: 8th Street to 9th Street�


�  Project Goals: Improved pedestrian accessibility �

�  Proposed Improvements�

•  Reconstruct pavement, sidewalk, and curb ramps�

•  Remove and replace several existing street trees�

�  Construction will begin in November 2012 and should be complete in spring 2013.�


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Delaware Avenue Pedestrian Improvements

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�  Project Sponsors: Forty Acres Civic Association /��City of Wilmington�

�  Project limits: Union Street to Scott Street��  Project budget = $1 million��  Project Goals: Improved pedestrian safety and

accessibility , streetscape enhancements, traffic calming �

�  Proposed Improvements�•  Reconstruct sidewalk and curb ramps�

•  New landscaping and bumpouts with brick paving�

�  Final design is funded – Community meeting scheduled for November 28, 2012�

Delaware Avenue Pedestrian Improvements

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Greenhill Avenue Streetscape Improvements

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�  Project Sponsors: Southwest Civic Association /��City of Wilmington�

�  Project limits�•  W. 5th St between N. Cleveland Ave and Greenhill Ave�•  W. 6th St between N. Cleveland Ave and Greenhill Ave�•  N. Cleveland Ave between W. 4th St and W. 6th St�•  Ford Ave between W. 4th St and W. 6th St�


�  Project Goals: Improved pedestrian safety and accessibility�

�  Proposed Improvements�•  Reconstruction of existing sidewalk segments and curb ramps�•  New decorative light fixtures and upgraded crosswalks�

�  Final design will be complete in early 2013.�

Greenhill Avenue Streetscape Improvements

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Rodney Square Beautification, Phase II

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�  Project Sponsors: DCH / City of Wilmington / Longwood Gardens / Garden Club of Wilmington�

�  Project limits: 11th Street�


�  Project Goals: Landscape enhancement, improve pedestrian accessibility�

�  Concept design complete – final design scheduled to begin in 2013�

Rodney Square Beautification, Phase II

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Transportation Enhancement Projects�Andrew Parker & Bill Dougherty, McCormick Taylor�

6th Street Enhancements

The purpose of the project is to enhance pedestrian facilities by installing new sidewalk with brick accents, new pedestrian-scale lighting, and new plantings. The proposed improvements (subject to input from Fire Marshal’s Office) include a bulb-out at the intersection of 6TH & King Streets, to mirror the intersection at 6TH & Market Streets, providing a narrower pedestrian crossing.

1 block of W. 6th Street between Market and King Streets

Schedule:

Sponsor: Delaware College of Art and Design City of Wilmington

Under Construction

Cost: $343,956.97

9th Street Enhancements

The purpose of this project is to enhance pedestrian circulation. This project includes removing the “chicane” near 9th & West Streets to provide additional on-street parking along the 100-block of W. 9TH Street.

1 block of W. 9TH Street (West to Tatnall Street)

Schedule:

Sponsor: Preservation Initiatives Downtown Visions City of Wilmington

Spring 2014

Cost: $416,000

Cool Spring

This project will provide streetscape improvements in the Cool Spring neighborhood. Pedestrian enhancements will occur around both Cool Spring Park and Cool Spring Reservoir Plaza. The pedestrian walkway through Cool Spring Reservoir Plaza (extension of 11th Street) will be expanded through Cool Spring Park.

Walkways around Cool Spring Park and Reservoir. Extension of 11th Street through Cool Spring Park.

Schedule:

Sponsor: Cool Spring Tilton Neighborhood Civic Association City of Wilmington

TBD

Cost: $1,000,000.00

Midtown Brandywine Streetscape Improvements

The main focus of the of the Midtown Brandywine Streetscapes Improvements project is to replace the damaged brick and concrete sidewalks with new brick pavers to improve mobility, safety and enhance the aesthetics in keeping with the historic aspects of the neighborhood. Additional improvements will include upgrades to the existing curb ramps to comply with current ADA standards, installation of decorative pedestrian light fixtures at the intersections, and landscaped tree boxes.

1300 block of West Street

Schedule:

Sponsor: Midtown Brandywine Neighbors Association City of Wilmington

March 2014

Cost: $500,000.00

Miller Road Streetscape Improvements

The project involves installation of new sidewalk, striping improvements and lane reconfiguration for traffic calming along Miller Road. Project design included a traffic calming study to evaluate the impact of the proposed improvements.

Miller Road (between 34TH and 29TH/Baynard Blvd/Broom Streets)

Schedule:

Sponsor: Friends of Haynes Park City of Wilmington Sen. McDowell

Spring 2014

Cost: $470,000

South Park Drive Lighting Improvements

This project will replace the existing lighting that is inconsistent with the typical W pedestrian scale light fixtures along the south side of S. Park Drive. Some sidewalk may need to be replaced near the new fixture. Proposed improvements are also being coordinated with Wilmington State Parks (DNREC).

South Park Drive (West to Van Buren Streets)

Schedule:

Sponsor: Happy Valley Neighborhood Association City of Wilmington Christiana Care

TBD

Cost: $160,000

Southbridge Streetscape Improvements

Proposed improvements include improving sidewalks and pedestrian crossings at signalized intersections using bulb-outs, new pedestrian signals, and crosswalks. The project will replace the existing traffic signal at New Castle and A Street and add a pedestrian light. New signing and striping will be added to the area. This project has been combined with a DelDOT Pave and Rehab project to minimize impact to residents while potentially improving construction costs.

S. Heald Street (Lobdell to A Street) and New Castle Avenue (Lobdell to A Street)

Schedule:

Sponsor: Rep. James Johnson City of Wilmington WILMAPCO

Late 2012, funding dependent

Cost: $305,000




Transportation Enhancement Projects�Dave Gula, WILMAPCO�

TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS PROGRAM�NOVEMBER 28, 2012�

�  INTRODUCTION�

�  CURRENT TE PROJECTS�

�  CITY OF WILMINGTON, BAYARD SQUARE IMPROVEMENTS

DELDOT CONTRACT NO. T201020006�

�  CITY OF WILMINGTON, CARPENTER STREET ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS

DELDOT CONTRACT NO. T201020007�

NOVEMBER 28, 2012�

�  PROJECT GOALS��  The goal of the project is to enhance the visual appeal and identification of the

Bayard Square neighborhood and to reduce traffic safety problems that are caused

in part by speeding as vehicles enter the neighborhood from SR2 on to Lincoln

Street, and increase pedestrian safety.�

�  PROJECT DESCRIPTION��  Proposed project improvements generally consist of the installation of traffic

calming measures that will provide a visual reference to drivers and reduce

speeding and accidents, and provide safe roadway crossings, with handicap

accessible curb ramps, for residents and pedestrians. ��

TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS PROGRAM�CITY OF WILMINGTON, BAYARD SQUARE IMPROVEMENTS�

�  BAYARD SQUARE IMPROVEMENTS�


�  PROJECT SPONSOR / COMMUNITY GROUP��

�  The Bayard Square Civic Association is the project sponsor. ��

�  Bayard Square is a neighborhood community located in the southwest side of the

City of Wilmington, Delaware where the city limits join the City of Elsmere and

generally defined by Broom Street, Lancaster Avenue, Union Street and the

Elsmere-Wilmington City limits.��








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�  PROJECT GOALS��  The goal of the project is to return green space that was lost to pavement, improve

the access and traffic flow on Carpenter Street, and provide safe pedestrian

crossings from N. Van Buren Street to Carpenter Street.�

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�  PROJECT DESCRIPTION��  The project involves improvements to Carpenter Street Alley that will utilize green

technology methods, address safety concerns, improve the neighborhood traffic

circulation (vehicular and pedestrian), and improve the drainage system. A

neckdown and pedestrian crosswalk striping will be installed at the intersection of

Van Buren Street and Carpenter Street to increase traffic calming and pedestrian

safety.�

TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS PROGRAM�CITY OF WILMINGTON, CARPENTER STREET ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS�

�  CARPENTER STREET ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS�


�  PROJECT SPONSOR / COMMUNITY GROUP��

�  The Latin American Community Center (LACC) is the project sponsor.��

�  Carpenter Street is in Wilmingtonʼs Hilltop neighborhood, located on the

immediate, westerly side of the I-95 Viaduct. Carpenter Street is located midway

between 4th Street and 5th Street with N. Van Buren and N. Jackson Street at the

Project Limits. The street also provides access to the La Fiesta II Early

Development Center and the Los Jardines apartment building (a senior citizen

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Safe Routes to School Program�Bill Dougherty, McCormick Taylor, Inc.�

Safe Routes to School Claymont, Mount Pleasant, Edison

Schedule:

The purpose of the project is to enhance pedestrian facilities to promote safer walking and biking routes to school. The proposed improvements include updates to curb ramps for ADA compliance, sidewalk repairs, updates to school zone signage, updates to pavement markings, and improvements to bicycle facilities.

Sponsor: WILMAPCO Claymont Elementary Mt. Pleasant Elementary Thomas Edison Charter School

Estimated Summer 2013 Construction

Cost: $375,000

Safe Routes to School Elbert Palmer Elementary, Phase II

Schedule:

The purpose of the project is to enhance pedestrian facilities to promote safer walking and biking routes to school. The proposed improvements include updates to curb ramps for ADA compliance, sidewalk repairs, updates to school zone signage, updates to pavement markings, and improvements to bicycle facilities.

Sponsor: WILMAPCO Elbert-Palmer Elementary School

Estimated Summer 2014 Construction

Cost: $125,000




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