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Deputy Directive Number DD-64-RI Page 2 The intent of this directive is to ensure that travelers of all ayes and abilities can move safely and efficiently along and across a network of "complete streets. " State and federal laws require the Department and local agencies to promote and facilitate increased bicycling and walking. California Vehicle Code (CVQ (Sect-Ions 21200-21212), and Streets and Highways Code (Sections 890 894.2) identify the rights of bicyclists and pedestrians, and establish legislative intent that people of all ages using all types of mobility devices are able to travel on roads. Bicyclists, pedestrians, and nomnoton*zed traffic are permitted on all State facilities, unless prohibited (CV C, section 21960). Therefore, the Department and local agencies have the duty to provide for the safety and mobility needs of all who have legal access to the transportation system. Department manuals and guidance outline statutory requirement3:, planning policy, and project delivery procedures to facilitate multimodal travel, which includes connectivity to public transit for bicyclists and pedestrians- In. many instances, roads designed to Department standards provide basic access for bicycling and walking. This directive does not supersede existing laws. To ensure successful implementation of "complete streets,," manuals, guidance., and training will, be updated and developed. At) RE, Sf'ONRBILITIES .Chief Douty Director: • Establishes policy consistent with the Department's objectives to develop a safe and efficient multimodal transportation system for all users. • Ensures management staff is trained to provide for the needs of bicyclists, pedestrians, and transit users. Deputy Directors Planning and Modal Programs and Pro' Deliver • 3 1 ect Include bicycle, pedestrian, and transit modes in statewide strategies for safety and mobility, and in system performance measures. • Provide tools and establish processes to identify and address the needs of bicyclists, pedestrians, and transit users early and continuously throughout planning and project development activities. • Ensure districts document decisions regarding bicycle, pedestrian, and transit modes in project initiation and scoping activities. • Ensure Department manuals, guidance, standards, and procedures reflect this directive, and identify and explain the Department's objectives for multimodal travel. • Ensure an Implementation Plan for this directive is developed. "Caltrans improves n? obift 4� across all lbrn ia "