2024-019 - Santa Ana Vision Zero Plan

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2.3 Existing Infrastructure for People Walking, Rolling, and Using Mobility Aids Sidewalks A complete pedestrian network without gaps is helpful for encourag- ing people to walk to more destinations in a safe and comfortable en- vironment. Existing sidewalk network data provided by the City was analyzed, especially around key destinations that include schools, parks, and employment centers. As shown in Figure 2-6, the sidewalk network is fairly well connected with only a few small neighborhoods and short segments missing. Some of the sidewalk obstructions relate to utilities. Curb Ramps Curb ramps are another important component for an effective pedes- trian network for accessibility as well as comfort for walking to your destinations. City provided curb ramp data from 2017 is shown in Fig- ure 2-7 with numerous missing curb ramps and a near equal quantity that are `visually non compliant' in terms of geometric configuration and/or missing the standard truncated domes on the ramp surface. Street Lighting Street lighting is an important factor for public safety when walking at night. Community members have indicated that dark roadway seg- ments are a concern on some residential streets and crossings. Using City provided data, Figure 2-8 shows the existing coverage throughout the City. The City of Santa Ana recently started a Citywide Street Light Master Plan. This Plan will help identify street lighting needs. Transit Routes and Stops There are 27 bus routes and nearly 700 bus stops within Santa Ana, as shown in Figure 2-9. The transit services include Fixed Routes, Com- munity Shuttles, Intracounty Express Routes, and Metrolink Feeder Routes throughout the City primarily on Major and Secondary Arterials. The Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center (shown as OC Metrolink Station on figure) provides commuter rail services through Metrolink's Orange County Orange County and Inland Empire -Orange County Lines, connecting Santa Ana with Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Oceanside. Based on the Census 2021: ACS 5-Year Estimate, approxi- mately four percent of workers use public transit as their primary mode of transportation. The OC Streetcar serves downtown Santa Ana and extends west to the northwest city edge to connect more of the City to downtown and the Regional Transportation Center. This project will create a last -mile connection that will provide greater mobility and transportation choic- es to the residents of Santa Ana and the region. 30