Field Observations and Recommendations In November 2024, project team members conducted field observations of the corridor to obtain a better understanding of the existing operations and challenges . These observations are grouped into two categories: corridor- focused and intersection -focused. Corridor- Focused Recommendations The following field observations were made along Beach Street. These observations pertain to the entirety of the corridor and are not segment - specific, unless otherwise noted. Speed Management S Beach Street is striped for four lanes with unmarked on -street parking on either side of the road. The wide road design, especially at times of low traffic, encourages higher travel speeds. Very few cars street parked on the corridor. • It is recommended that the corridor be studied for a road diet , narrowing the cross- section from four lanes to three, with protected bike lanes either side. • If necessary, there is space for a parking lane as well, although it is recommended that the space be used for sidewalk buffer. • Curb extensions and/or median refuge islands are recommended at key crossing locations and stop- controlled intersections to help shorten crossing distance and improve pedestrian visibility. • In the short term, in the absence of a road diet, it is recommended that speed feedback signs be installed to discourage speeding.
Pedestrian Facilities Pedestrians currently need to cross four lanes of traffic without refuge.
• It is recommended to install curb extensions and a median refuge island with in -street pedestrian crossing sign at key crossing locations. There are few opportunities to cross S Beach Street, except at signalized intersections. With the recommended road diet, there will be more opportunities for mid -block crosswalks as well as at intersections. Sidewalks along the corridor frequently lack buffer between the road and the sidewalk. With the width of the street, it is feasible to bring in the curb and provide buffer.
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