Transportation News
Wells Acres Pedestrian Islands and School Zone Signs to be Completed
Construction is underway on the pedestrian safe zones on the north side of Mountain View High School on Wells Acres Road. Speed limit signs and painting are being scheduled for installation.
City Transportation Meetings
The city will be holding virtual transportation meetings that can be accessed here: https://www.bendoregon.gov/government/citizen-committees/citywide-transportation-advisory-committee.
Bend’s New Transportation System Plan Adopted by City Council
This evening, the City Council adopted (with a first reading) Bend’s new Transportation System Plan (TSP), which addresses current community concerns of improving traffic flow and safety in Bend. The TSP is the City’s vision and guide for transportation improvements that will contribute to an economically vital, healthy and equitable community over the next 20 years.
Bend’s new TSP, last updated in 2001, is the result of over two years of research and public involvement led by the Citywide Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC), a 21-member committee of Council-appointed community members who represented a wide array of values. The plan considers transportation priorities for those who drive, bike and walk around Bend.
“This new TSP is a great foundation for protecting Bend's quality of life and environment as we grow. It will be an important step forward towards ensuring the safety of all users and improving travel routes for people, goods and services across our community," said Mike Riley, Co-Chair of CTAC and Executive Director of The Environmental Center.
The TSP is a guiding document for the transportation element of Bend’s Comprehensive Plan. It provides a flexible, adaptable framework for making transportation decisions in an increasingly unpredictable and financially constrained future. One of the primary deliverables of the TSP is a list of 116 transportation investment opportunities known as the 2040 Project List. The projects on this list address concerns noted by the community such as more complete systems for bicycling and walking, better traffic flow for those moving across town, and increased neighborhood street safety.
“This transportation plan was an inclusive effort that reflects the many perspectives and needs from across our community on the connectivity and livability of Bend’s future,” said Katy Brooks, CTAC member and CEO of the Bend Chamber of Commerce.
These projects were prioritized for the near-term (1-10 years), mid-term (11-15 years), and long-term (16-20 years) to help guide CTAC on identifying future funding and a plan for implementation.
One of the recommended funding mechanisms for the TSP is a General Obligation (GO) Bond, which Council also agreed to put on the November 3, 2020, General Election ballot.
Bend’s new TSP, last updated in 2001, is the result of over two years of research and public involvement led by the Citywide Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC), a 21-member committee of Council-appointed community members who represented a wide array of values. The plan considers transportation priorities for those who drive, bike and walk around Bend.
“This new TSP is a great foundation for protecting Bend's quality of life and environment as we grow. It will be an important step forward towards ensuring the safety of all users and improving travel routes for people, goods and services across our community," said Mike Riley, Co-Chair of CTAC and Executive Director of The Environmental Center.
The TSP is a guiding document for the transportation element of Bend’s Comprehensive Plan. It provides a flexible, adaptable framework for making transportation decisions in an increasingly unpredictable and financially constrained future. One of the primary deliverables of the TSP is a list of 116 transportation investment opportunities known as the 2040 Project List. The projects on this list address concerns noted by the community such as more complete systems for bicycling and walking, better traffic flow for those moving across town, and increased neighborhood street safety.
“This transportation plan was an inclusive effort that reflects the many perspectives and needs from across our community on the connectivity and livability of Bend’s future,” said Katy Brooks, CTAC member and CEO of the Bend Chamber of Commerce.
These projects were prioritized for the near-term (1-10 years), mid-term (11-15 years), and long-term (16-20 years) to help guide CTAC on identifying future funding and a plan for implementation.
One of the recommended funding mechanisms for the TSP is a General Obligation (GO) Bond, which Council also agreed to put on the November 3, 2020, General Election ballot.
Empire Extension Update and Local Traffic Alterations
The intersection of 27th Street/Butler Market Road is now open to all north, south, and east bound traffic! The westbound lane is set to open September 29th
New Butler Market Road Roundabout Openings
Construction works continues on Empire Crossing
Sidewalks are being poured on the NE Purcell Bridge
Visit www.bendoregon.gov/empire for current project information.
For More Information: Linda Swearingen at 541-350-6012 or lllswear@aol.com You may unsubscribe at any time by replying “unsubscribe” to the email.
For a map and additional details, please view the following link: https://www.bendoregon.gov/city-projects/infrastructure-projects/empire-corridor-improvements
Expect delays, closures, and detours through Fall 2020 while new roadway and roundabouts are built between 27th Street and Eagle.
NE 27th Street between NE Neff Road and NE Connors Avenue for telecommuncations conduit installation, lane shift with minimal impacts to traffic (southbound lane), 9/21/20 – 10/5/20, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
New Butler Market Road Roundabout Openings
- The east, north, and south legs of the Butler Market Road & 27th Street roundabout are now open,
- The west leg of Butler Market Road and 27th Street roundabout will open on September 29th,
- The section of Butler Market Road between Deschutes Market Road and Eagle Road will open in late September.
- The intersection at Eagle Road and Butler Market is completely closed, but will be open on October 7th,
- The north and west legs of the Deschutes Market/Butler Market roundabout are now open.
- The east leg of the Deschutes Market roundabout is scheduled to open in late September.
Construction works continues on Empire Crossing
Sidewalks are being poured on the NE Purcell Bridge
Visit www.bendoregon.gov/empire for current project information.
For More Information: Linda Swearingen at 541-350-6012 or lllswear@aol.com You may unsubscribe at any time by replying “unsubscribe” to the email.
For a map and additional details, please view the following link: https://www.bendoregon.gov/city-projects/infrastructure-projects/empire-corridor-improvements
Expect delays, closures, and detours through Fall 2020 while new roadway and roundabouts are built between 27th Street and Eagle.
NE 27th Street between NE Neff Road and NE Connors Avenue for telecommuncations conduit installation, lane shift with minimal impacts to traffic (southbound lane), 9/21/20 – 10/5/20, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Butler Market and Deschutes Market roundabout construction.
Street preservation plans for 2020
The City is about to kick off a season of street preservation work all over town. Some paving will start this month, earlier than planned, due to changing circumstances around the state
The City Council authorized about $3.2 million for street preservation work in Bend this summer to improve about 77 lane miles of Bend’s roads. This includes inlay/overlay, chip seal, and slurry seal treatments.
The City’s “Keep Good Roads Good” philosophy means we maintain and preserve streets with the most cost-effective treatment for the road condition — the right treatment at the right time. Maintenance treatments include:
· Inlays and Overlays – Old asphalt is ground out and replaced or a new layer of asphalt is paved on top of existing roadway. The process can take a couple of days.
· Slurry – A treatment for low-volume residential streets. One-day closures typically expected.
· Chip seals – Hot oil and rock are applied to the road. Rolling, short term closures expected
The City is about to kick off a season of street preservation work all over town. Some paving will start this month, earlier than planned, due to changing circumstances around the state
The City Council authorized about $3.2 million for street preservation work in Bend this summer to improve about 77 lane miles of Bend’s roads. This includes inlay/overlay, chip seal, and slurry seal treatments.
The City’s “Keep Good Roads Good” philosophy means we maintain and preserve streets with the most cost-effective treatment for the road condition — the right treatment at the right time. Maintenance treatments include:
· Inlays and Overlays – Old asphalt is ground out and replaced or a new layer of asphalt is paved on top of existing roadway. The process can take a couple of days.
· Slurry – A treatment for low-volume residential streets. One-day closures typically expected.
· Chip seals – Hot oil and rock are applied to the road. Rolling, short term closures expected
