SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOLS AND PARKS Numerous, relatively short links or intersection projects can enhance connectivity to parks and schools throughout Fuquay-Varina. Parks and schools are key activity centers that, in many instances in Fuquay- Varina, are located near multiple neighborhoods that are within a walkable distance. Implementing these short connections should be considered priorities.
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Map 13: Safe Routes to Schools and Parks Projects
Map ID
School/ Park
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APEX
Recommendation Notes (*signifies a recommendation from the CTP)
Three short links would improve connectivity in this area, including: 1) A short greenway link from either Willow Ranch Dr or Summer Ranch Dr to the northern sidewalk of Southern Lakes Elementary (650’); *2) A short sidepath segment along the north side of Old Honeycutt Rd between NC 55 and the new sidepath leading to South Lakes Elementary (1,600’) - (the western segment would likely need to be partially or fully constructed as boardwalk); and 3) A crosswalk across Old Honeycutt Rd at the Honeycutt Road Park entrance. Construct either a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) or Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) pedestrian crossing (further engineering analysis needed). Fuquay-Varina Elementary is immediately adjacent to two neighborhoods - two small improvements could enable children to walk to school; 1) A short greenway link from the southwestern side of the school property to Mill Creek Dr via the vacant wooded property (would require agreement with one landowner); and 2) A crosswalk across Johnson Pond Rd from Sterling Dr - construct either a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) or Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) pedestrian crossing (further engineering analysis needed). *The south side of the Banks Rd Elementary School property abuts a 0.5 mile section of Middle Creek. A greenway trail should be constructed to connect the school to Middle Creek, along with a creek side trail along the school property. Eventually, connect this trail upstream to Hilltop Needmore Park. Connectivity to the Hilltop Needmore Park trails and park could be improved by adding additional connections and crosswalks to the adjacent neighborhoods. The Town of Fuquay-Varina Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is currently conducting a master plan for Hilltop Needmore Park. Pedestrian improvements for Hilltop Needmore Park should follow the recommendations of the future park master plan. Three short links could improve connectivity to the high school, building upon the new Ransdell Rd sidewalks that will connect the school to Varina. 1) Construct a short greenway link (300’) from the northern edge of the school property to the end of Hawkweed Dr (would require agreement with one landowner); 2) Construct a short greenway link (30’-100’) from the northeast corner of the school property to Occoneechee Dr (would require agreement with one landowner); and *3) Construct a short greenway link (400’) from Bengal Blvd, directly to the east to Perry Howard Rd (would require agreement with one landowner). *The Hilltop Needmore Rd extension, completing the gap west of Herbert Aikens Rd and the school, will be constructed in the 2030’s. As part of this project, sidepaths on both sides of the road should be constructed, including a direct link to Herbert Aikens Road Elementary. Two short links separate multiple residential areas to Fleming Loop Park; 1) Construct a short sidewalk link (850’) along the south side of Fleming Loop Rd from the Valley Dale Dr sidewalk to the existing Fleming Loop Rd sidewalk - a short bridge will be needed over a creek/drainage feature; and 2) Construct a sidewalk link (450’) from the northwest corner of the park sidewalk to the NC 42 intersection (construct either a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) or Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) pedestrian crossing (further engineering analysis needed)) at this intersection. *Connect to the existing sidewalk on the north side of NC 42 just to the east. Two short greenway/sidepath links would improve residential connectivity directly to the Jeff Wells Trail, and thus, South Park and Carroll Howard Johnson Park. *1) A short sidepath link along the north side of Wagstaff Rd between Bridle Dr and the Jeff Wells Trail (550’); and 2) A short greenway link from Red Oak Tree Dr via Southern Oaks Homeowner Association property to the Jeff Wells Trail (900’) - a short bike/ped bridge would be needed for a creek crossing. Construct a pedestrian hybrid beacon (PHB) or a traffic signal to create a pedestrian crossing at the S. Main St/ Buck Johnson St intersection. Fill the 300’ sidewalk gap along the south side of Buck Johnson St between S. Main St and Awards St, linking this neighborhood to South Park. *Construct a sidepath along Sunset Lake Rd to connect the Ballentine Elementary neighborhood toward Judd Pkwy and the center of Fuquay-Varina. Construct a sidewalk along Old Powell Rd south from South Wake Academy to the existing sidewalks at Garrow Dr.
South Lakes Elementary; Honeycutt Rd Park
HOLLY SPRINGS
GARNER
CARY
1
4
Fuquay- Varina Elementary
2
3
6
BRUCE DR
Banks Road Elementary
3
Hilltop Needmore Park
RD
4
11
£ 401
2
OLD POWELL RD
5
10
DR
Fuquay- Varina High School
5
1
E ACADEMY
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Herbert Aikens Road Elementary
7
6
Ä 42
9
JUDD
8
Fleming Loop Park
7
£ 401
Carroll Howard Johnson Park
8
ANGIER
0
0.5
1MILES
NOTE: This figure is intended only for reference, conceptual planning, and informational purposes. This figure should not be used to establish boundaries, property lines, location of objects, or to provide any other information typically needed for final design, construction or any other purpose when engineered plans are required.
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FEATURES AND BOUNDARIES SCHOOL
EXISTING FACILITIES
9
South Park
EXISTING GREENWAY EXISTING SIDEPATH EXISTING SIDEWALK
PROPOSED GREENWAY PROPOSED SIDEPATH PROPOSED SIDEWALK PROPOSED SIDEWALK/SIDEPATH (CENTERLINE) SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOLS & PARKS PROJECTS
PARK
Ballentine Elementary South Wake Academy
10 11
STREAM/RIVER
PEDESTRIAN CROSSING SIGNAL HIGH VISIBILITY CROSSWALK
RAILROAD
FUQUAY-VARINA JURISDICTION
TWO-BAR CROSSWAK ARTISTIC CROSSWALK
OTHER MUNICIPAL BOUNDARY
COUNTY BOUNDARY
64
65
FUQUAY-VARINA PEDESTRIAN PLAN
CHAPTER 3: INFRASTRUCTURE RECOMMENDATIONS
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