FUTURE RECOMMENDATIONS

This final section includes additional considerations for the City as the planned network is built out.

Review on-street signed bike routes:

The system of on-street signed bike routes has not been updated in over ten years. Since more development has occurred in Plano and traffic has increased, a detailed review of all the designated signed routes needs to be conducted.

Capitalize on robust trail network tourism opportunities:

As more of the trail network is built out, there will be long stretches on continuous trail. The City could capitalize on this feature by hosting marathons and half marathons completely on trails. Most cities in the Metroplex that host long races rely on using parts of roads, so this would be a unique selling point for Plano and further enhance the economic benefit of parks and trails.

Continue to review local trail standards:

NCTCOG has adopted design considerations for regional and community pathways. For regional pathways, which are defined as trails that travel through cities and provide connections to major destinations, NCTCOG recommends 12-14 feet minimum width. For community pathways, which are generally shorter in length and may terminate within a community, NCTCOG recommends 10-14 feet width. When the City of Plano reviews trail standards in the future, staff should consider adopting these regional design standards.

Address ADA accessibility of existing trails:

As trails age, distressed and crumbling pavement can become an ADA issue. The City should maintain an inventory of trail pavement condition and repair ADA concerns as they arise, consistent with the ADA Transition Plan.

Conduct a trails and bikeways master plan:

This plan should look at both the recreational and mobility purposes that trails and bikeways support to develop a more comprehensive network.