Bicycle and Pedestrian
As part of the ongoing commitment to multi-modal transportation, the RTC’s work program includes bicycle program planning and implementation.
While the RTC does not generally construct bicycle facilities, the agency provides critical funding and review of bicycle project plans. The RTC implements a number of programs available to the public which are described in the bicycle services page.
Bicycle Advisory Committee
The RTC’s Bicycle Advisory Committee advises the RTC and member agencies on bicycle projects.
County-wide Bicycle Signage Program
The RTC implemented the Santa Cruz County Bicycle Route Signage Program to direct cyclists along preferred and convenient bikeways to access major destinations throughout the county. Directing cyclists to preferred routes will increase traffic safety for all street users and will encourage cycling in Santa Cruz County.
Funding for Bicycle Facility Improvements
The RTC secures and provides funding for many infrastructure improvement projects such as bicycle paths and lanes, bike/pedestrian bridges, and road rehabilitation projects which improve riding conditions for cyclists. See the Regional Transportation Improvement Program for a list of the RTC’s funding commitments for bicycle related projects. A sampling of funded projects include:
- Mar Vista Bicycle/Pedestrian Bridge Across Highway 1
- City of Santa Cruz- San Lorenzo Bicycle/Pedestrian bridge (ribbon cutting pictured above)
- City of Scotts Valley- Bean Creek Road Bike Path
- City of Watsonville- Watsonville Wetlands Trail
- County of Santa Cruz- Amesti Road Safe Routes to School
Improvements for Pedestrians
The RTC secures and funds a variety of pedestrian projects, including expansion and improvement of the local sidewalk network, accessible pedestrian facilities services, and safe paths of travel to connect to transit.
The duties of the Elderly & Disabled Transportation Advisory Committee (E&D TAC) include reviewing and advising local jurisdictions and implementing agencies on pedestrian accessibility projects. In addition, there is a subcommittee of the E&D TAC focused specifically on pedestrian issues.
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