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Two bicyclists using a bike lane.The City of Fremont wants to hear from you! We are gearing up for the new Active Transportation Plan (ATP), the next five-year strategic plan to encourage and promote active transportation use for all ages and abilities. Being able to walk, bike, and roll to the places you visit in your community are part of what makes Fremont a happy city, and we want to know how we can make using “active transportation” in Fremont even better. What is “active transportation”? It’s walking to your local park, school, or transit stop. It’s bicycling to your favorite trail or café. It’s rolling in a wheelchair or on a scooter to visit friends. It’s even just taking a neighborhood stroll for fresh air and exercise.


The ATP project will be a consolidation of the existing Bicycle Master Plan and the Pedestrian Master Plan, as well as incorporate the latest design practices, policies, and infrastructure planning for all active transportation modes (including bicycling, walking, and micromobility). The City’s overall mission is to develop its infrastructure to be safe, convenient, connected, and comfortable for bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and abilities who live, work, and visit Fremont. Comprehensive engagement with the Fremont community is key in ensuring that the next set of active transportation strategies and guidance for the next five years is successful in fulfilling this mission.

Phase 3 outreach, which included an online survey and interactive map as well as tabling at the Farmers Markets in June, has concluded. Staff are now developing the Draft ATP, which will be circulated for public comment and City Commission review this Fall.

You can view our upcoming in-person and online engagement opportunities in the "Upcoming Outreach Events" section. Sign up for the ATP mailing list so that you don't miss any notifications on future community meetings, engagement opportunities, and information on the development of the ATP.


Timeline

Summer 2023: Phase 1 Existing Conditions and Needs Analysis

Learning about the Community's experience walking/biking in Fremont.

Fall 2023/Spring 2024: Phase 2 Network and Recommendations Development

Neighborhood community outreach and engagement with walking and biking activities.

Summer 2024: Phase 3 Project Priority Review

Share and receive input on Proposed Bicycle and Pedestrian Network and Programs, and develop the Draft Plan.

Fall/Winter 2024: Draft Plan Development, Circulation, and Review (current phase)

Draft ATP circulation for public comment and City Commissions review. An Open House will be hosted in late 2024.

Early 2025: City Council Review and Adoption of Final ATP*

*Tentative Date

Two bicyclists using a bike lane.The City of Fremont wants to hear from you! We are gearing up for the new Active Transportation Plan (ATP), the next five-year strategic plan to encourage and promote active transportation use for all ages and abilities. Being able to walk, bike, and roll to the places you visit in your community are part of what makes Fremont a happy city, and we want to know how we can make using “active transportation” in Fremont even better. What is “active transportation”? It’s walking to your local park, school, or transit stop. It’s bicycling to your favorite trail or café. It’s rolling in a wheelchair or on a scooter to visit friends. It’s even just taking a neighborhood stroll for fresh air and exercise.


The ATP project will be a consolidation of the existing Bicycle Master Plan and the Pedestrian Master Plan, as well as incorporate the latest design practices, policies, and infrastructure planning for all active transportation modes (including bicycling, walking, and micromobility). The City’s overall mission is to develop its infrastructure to be safe, convenient, connected, and comfortable for bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and abilities who live, work, and visit Fremont. Comprehensive engagement with the Fremont community is key in ensuring that the next set of active transportation strategies and guidance for the next five years is successful in fulfilling this mission.

Phase 3 outreach, which included an online survey and interactive map as well as tabling at the Farmers Markets in June, has concluded. Staff are now developing the Draft ATP, which will be circulated for public comment and City Commission review this Fall.

You can view our upcoming in-person and online engagement opportunities in the "Upcoming Outreach Events" section. Sign up for the ATP mailing list so that you don't miss any notifications on future community meetings, engagement opportunities, and information on the development of the ATP.


Timeline

Summer 2023: Phase 1 Existing Conditions and Needs Analysis

Learning about the Community's experience walking/biking in Fremont.

Fall 2023/Spring 2024: Phase 2 Network and Recommendations Development

Neighborhood community outreach and engagement with walking and biking activities.

Summer 2024: Phase 3 Project Priority Review

Share and receive input on Proposed Bicycle and Pedestrian Network and Programs, and develop the Draft Plan.

Fall/Winter 2024: Draft Plan Development, Circulation, and Review (current phase)

Draft ATP circulation for public comment and City Commissions review. An Open House will be hosted in late 2024.

Early 2025: City Council Review and Adoption of Final ATP*

*Tentative Date

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  • Share How do I submit a request to put in a new crosswalk in a commercial/suburban area of Warm Springs? on Facebook Share How do I submit a request to put in a new crosswalk in a commercial/suburban area of Warm Springs? on Twitter Share How do I submit a request to put in a new crosswalk in a commercial/suburban area of Warm Springs? on Linkedin Email How do I submit a request to put in a new crosswalk in a commercial/suburban area of Warm Springs? link

    How do I submit a request to put in a new crosswalk in a commercial/suburban area of Warm Springs?

    JoanSarah asked about 1 month ago

    Thank you for your question regarding requesting a new crosswalk in Warm Springs. Please contact the Transportation Engineering Division at Transportationengineering@fremont.gov for a separate request, evaluation, and follow-up. In the meantime, we encourage you to continue to sign up on the ATP mailing list at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CAFREMONT/signup/36435 to stay up to date for more opportunities to provide your input throughout the ATP development.

  • Share Removing the right only & left only dedicated lanes to build the dedicated bike lanes has been a disaster. I am not sure if you are accounting for the number of accidents that has happened due to that. I am a victim. Hardly see any bikes using the facility, yet traffic has become congested due to a through lane blocked. Please look into installing additional cameras, flashing signals & signs that could mitigate cross-traffic engagement when a vehicle wants to turn left & right. I wish this had been thought through. on Facebook Share Removing the right only & left only dedicated lanes to build the dedicated bike lanes has been a disaster. I am not sure if you are accounting for the number of accidents that has happened due to that. I am a victim. Hardly see any bikes using the facility, yet traffic has become congested due to a through lane blocked. Please look into installing additional cameras, flashing signals & signs that could mitigate cross-traffic engagement when a vehicle wants to turn left & right. I wish this had been thought through. on Twitter Share Removing the right only & left only dedicated lanes to build the dedicated bike lanes has been a disaster. I am not sure if you are accounting for the number of accidents that has happened due to that. I am a victim. Hardly see any bikes using the facility, yet traffic has become congested due to a through lane blocked. Please look into installing additional cameras, flashing signals & signs that could mitigate cross-traffic engagement when a vehicle wants to turn left & right. I wish this had been thought through. on Linkedin Email Removing the right only & left only dedicated lanes to build the dedicated bike lanes has been a disaster. I am not sure if you are accounting for the number of accidents that has happened due to that. I am a victim. Hardly see any bikes using the facility, yet traffic has become congested due to a through lane blocked. Please look into installing additional cameras, flashing signals & signs that could mitigate cross-traffic engagement when a vehicle wants to turn left & right. I wish this had been thought through. link

    Removing the right only & left only dedicated lanes to build the dedicated bike lanes has been a disaster. I am not sure if you are accounting for the number of accidents that has happened due to that. I am a victim. Hardly see any bikes using the facility, yet traffic has become congested due to a through lane blocked. Please look into installing additional cameras, flashing signals & signs that could mitigate cross-traffic engagement when a vehicle wants to turn left & right. I wish this had been thought through.

    Abhijit asked 5 months ago

    We are very sorry to hear about your experience at one of the City’s protected intersections. Thank you for sharing your suggestions regarding managing conflicts between vehicles and vulnerable users.   

    The intersection design you are referring to is called a protected intersection, which separates bicyclists from motor vehicles at the intersection to help reduce the number of conflict points compared to a conventional intersection design. These intersections also have design elements such as setbacks between the motor vehicle lane and bikeway to make bicyclists and pedestrians more visible to motorists compared to a conventional intersection design where bicyclists wait adjacent to motorists, and the design provides additional space for motorists to wait in before turning across the crosswalk and crossbike. 

    As guided by the City’s Mobility Action Plan and Vision Zero Action Plan, our primary goal for all projects is to enhance the safety, comfort, and convenience for all street users, and we continuously work to adjust our roadway design towards that goal. We have received feedback from drivers about the increased vehicle queueing, conflicts between turning vehicles and other users, and perceived delay for the right turn movement due to the elimination of the previous right turn “slip lane.” To help address the impact, the City’s traffic signals team has been working on improving signal coordination timing for major corridors to noticeably improve overall traffic progression and fewer red light experienced by motorists. The timing is designed specifically to minimize the potential of traffic arriving at a red phase on the major arterial road, which should greatly improve the traffic queuing that was previously observed. 

    For locations like Mowry and Fremont, that continue to see an impact, staff also continue to look for potential improvement opportunities such as the upcoming projects to modify the intersection to complement the traffic demand while maintaining the existing intersection safety features. If you are open to sharing more about your experience, please contact us at TransportationEngineering@fremont.gov. 

  • Share A constant complaint and barrier in Fremont for bicycling is lack of secure bicycle parking at businesses. Can Fremont use it's Economic Development Department and partner with the Chamber of Commerce to engage businesses to both inform them of benefits of bicycle parking for their patrons and employees and also provide guides for how to install bicycle parking? Most businesses do not know how to install parking even if they see the need. Someone has to reach out to them so they know what are the best practices. on Facebook Share A constant complaint and barrier in Fremont for bicycling is lack of secure bicycle parking at businesses. Can Fremont use it's Economic Development Department and partner with the Chamber of Commerce to engage businesses to both inform them of benefits of bicycle parking for their patrons and employees and also provide guides for how to install bicycle parking? Most businesses do not know how to install parking even if they see the need. Someone has to reach out to them so they know what are the best practices. on Twitter Share A constant complaint and barrier in Fremont for bicycling is lack of secure bicycle parking at businesses. Can Fremont use it's Economic Development Department and partner with the Chamber of Commerce to engage businesses to both inform them of benefits of bicycle parking for their patrons and employees and also provide guides for how to install bicycle parking? Most businesses do not know how to install parking even if they see the need. Someone has to reach out to them so they know what are the best practices. on Linkedin Email A constant complaint and barrier in Fremont for bicycling is lack of secure bicycle parking at businesses. Can Fremont use it's Economic Development Department and partner with the Chamber of Commerce to engage businesses to both inform them of benefits of bicycle parking for their patrons and employees and also provide guides for how to install bicycle parking? Most businesses do not know how to install parking even if they see the need. Someone has to reach out to them so they know what are the best practices. link

    A constant complaint and barrier in Fremont for bicycling is lack of secure bicycle parking at businesses. Can Fremont use it's Economic Development Department and partner with the Chamber of Commerce to engage businesses to both inform them of benefits of bicycle parking for their patrons and employees and also provide guides for how to install bicycle parking? Most businesses do not know how to install parking even if they see the need. Someone has to reach out to them so they know what are the best practices.

    SteveS asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for sharing your input and request for bike parking. The installation of bike parking is currently implemented primarily by private developers as part of development projects, as bike parking is generally located on private property within a commercial center or office complex. The City recognizes that there are a number of commercial sites that don’t have bike parking facilities as they were developed prior to the current bike parking requirements were adopted. Based on public input and existing inventory information, the ATP will look at options and priorities for the implementation of future bicycle parking facilities both within public right of way and on private property. If you haven’t done so already, please sign up to the project mailing list at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CAFREMONT/signup/36435 to stay up to date on the ATP development process. 

  • Share Can you create a protected bike lane between Becerra Dr and Decoto Road on all directions of Fremont Blvd? Because when I biked there, it was unsafe. on Facebook Share Can you create a protected bike lane between Becerra Dr and Decoto Road on all directions of Fremont Blvd? Because when I biked there, it was unsafe. on Twitter Share Can you create a protected bike lane between Becerra Dr and Decoto Road on all directions of Fremont Blvd? Because when I biked there, it was unsafe. on Linkedin Email Can you create a protected bike lane between Becerra Dr and Decoto Road on all directions of Fremont Blvd? Because when I biked there, it was unsafe. link

    Can you create a protected bike lane between Becerra Dr and Decoto Road on all directions of Fremont Blvd? Because when I biked there, it was unsafe.

    Dino Wun asked 9 months ago

    Thank you for sharing your input on upgrading the bike lanes on Fremont Blvd. Identification of roadways for possible future implementation of separated bikeway is one element that will be assessed through the Active Transportation Plan (ATP) development. As you can imagine, the cost for bikeway separation devices is quite high given the long distances that many of the bikeway corridors extend. As such, it is important for the ATP team to hear from the community to help identify and prioritize roadway corridors for future funding investments and project implementation. Recently, the team has released an interactive map of the Proposed Bike Network, including a recommendation for a separated bikeway along Fremont Blvd. between Decoto Road and Becerra Drive. The team will incorporate your comment into the Phase 3 outreach. We encourage you to visit and comment on the ATP interactive map survey and project program prioritization survey, which is closing on June 28th. If you haven’t done so already, please sign up to the project mailing list at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CAFREMONT/signup/36435 to stay up to date on the ATP development process. 

  • Share Grinding of offset sidewalk paths in Lake Elizabeth area was not completed properly. There is a major offset south of the restrooms in the soccer field area. Adjacent to the restroom the sidewalk needs replacing and is probably in process. However, about 50 yards south is a major offset that cannot be seen unless you walk down the path. It was noted on the plan for grinding earlier but never addressed. It is about an inch offset all across the sidewalk. The walkway is heavily used and needs to be completed per your contract with the provider. It has been this way for several years but nothing has been done even when on the list of grinding locations. on Facebook Share Grinding of offset sidewalk paths in Lake Elizabeth area was not completed properly. There is a major offset south of the restrooms in the soccer field area. Adjacent to the restroom the sidewalk needs replacing and is probably in process. However, about 50 yards south is a major offset that cannot be seen unless you walk down the path. It was noted on the plan for grinding earlier but never addressed. It is about an inch offset all across the sidewalk. The walkway is heavily used and needs to be completed per your contract with the provider. It has been this way for several years but nothing has been done even when on the list of grinding locations. on Twitter Share Grinding of offset sidewalk paths in Lake Elizabeth area was not completed properly. There is a major offset south of the restrooms in the soccer field area. Adjacent to the restroom the sidewalk needs replacing and is probably in process. However, about 50 yards south is a major offset that cannot be seen unless you walk down the path. It was noted on the plan for grinding earlier but never addressed. It is about an inch offset all across the sidewalk. The walkway is heavily used and needs to be completed per your contract with the provider. It has been this way for several years but nothing has been done even when on the list of grinding locations. on Linkedin Email Grinding of offset sidewalk paths in Lake Elizabeth area was not completed properly. There is a major offset south of the restrooms in the soccer field area. Adjacent to the restroom the sidewalk needs replacing and is probably in process. However, about 50 yards south is a major offset that cannot be seen unless you walk down the path. It was noted on the plan for grinding earlier but never addressed. It is about an inch offset all across the sidewalk. The walkway is heavily used and needs to be completed per your contract with the provider. It has been this way for several years but nothing has been done even when on the list of grinding locations. link

    Grinding of offset sidewalk paths in Lake Elizabeth area was not completed properly. There is a major offset south of the restrooms in the soccer field area. Adjacent to the restroom the sidewalk needs replacing and is probably in process. However, about 50 yards south is a major offset that cannot be seen unless you walk down the path. It was noted on the plan for grinding earlier but never addressed. It is about an inch offset all across the sidewalk. The walkway is heavily used and needs to be completed per your contract with the provider. It has been this way for several years but nothing has been done even when on the list of grinding locations.

    Nature guy asked 8 months ago

    Thank you for sharing your request regarding the offset sidewalk paths in Central Park. We will share your request with our maintenance department as they manage requests related to minor sidewalk damages and uplifts. Please send requests through the Fremont app and visit the website for instructions on reporting an issue. If you haven’t done so already, please sign up to the project mailing list at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CAFREMONT/signup/36435 to stay up to date on the ATP development process. 

  • Share Thank you Fremont for all the bike lane improvements across the city. Is there a project to connect the bikeway in Niles canyon to Sunol ? This is a popular route among cyclist but it is a ride at your own risk scenario that a few cyclist have sadly lost their lives. on Facebook Share Thank you Fremont for all the bike lane improvements across the city. Is there a project to connect the bikeway in Niles canyon to Sunol ? This is a popular route among cyclist but it is a ride at your own risk scenario that a few cyclist have sadly lost their lives. on Twitter Share Thank you Fremont for all the bike lane improvements across the city. Is there a project to connect the bikeway in Niles canyon to Sunol ? This is a popular route among cyclist but it is a ride at your own risk scenario that a few cyclist have sadly lost their lives. on Linkedin Email Thank you Fremont for all the bike lane improvements across the city. Is there a project to connect the bikeway in Niles canyon to Sunol ? This is a popular route among cyclist but it is a ride at your own risk scenario that a few cyclist have sadly lost their lives. link

    Thank you Fremont for all the bike lane improvements across the city. Is there a project to connect the bikeway in Niles canyon to Sunol ? This is a popular route among cyclist but it is a ride at your own risk scenario that a few cyclist have sadly lost their lives.

    GusTech asked 6 months ago

    Thank you for sharing your request regarding the bikeway in Niles Canyon to Sunol. There is currently a project planned called the Niles Canyon Trail, which proposes to install a six-mile-long pathway to accommodate pedestrians, bicyclist and equestrians. There are three phases to the project: Phase 1 is from Vallejo Mill to Palomares Road, Phase 2 is from Palomares Road to Old Highway 84/Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) Access Road and Phase 3 is from Old Highway 84/UPRR Access Road to Sunol. Phase 1 of project is currently in the design phase. We encourage you to visit the project website for an estimated timeline and additional information. If you haven’t done so already, please sign up to the project mailing list at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/CAFREMONT/signup/36435 to stay up to date on the ATP development process. 

  • Share Hi, Some time ago before the pandemic, we saw concepts for Fremont Blvd Safety Corridor that included detection of bicyclists and pedestrians and automated signs that would flash a warning to drivers when a pedestrian or bicyclist is in or about to enter the intersection. We don't have that now. In fact, it's a struggle just for the detectors to reliably detect bicyclists queued at a red light. The automatic detection and signals I think would help a lot especially at protected intersections. That may help reduce instances of having to take evasive action and coming within 1 foot of a car or about a 1/4 of a second from collision with a car that does not yield on a right turn when I'm going through a protected intersection on a bicycle. on Facebook Share Hi, Some time ago before the pandemic, we saw concepts for Fremont Blvd Safety Corridor that included detection of bicyclists and pedestrians and automated signs that would flash a warning to drivers when a pedestrian or bicyclist is in or about to enter the intersection. We don't have that now. In fact, it's a struggle just for the detectors to reliably detect bicyclists queued at a red light. The automatic detection and signals I think would help a lot especially at protected intersections. That may help reduce instances of having to take evasive action and coming within 1 foot of a car or about a 1/4 of a second from collision with a car that does not yield on a right turn when I'm going through a protected intersection on a bicycle. on Twitter Share Hi, Some time ago before the pandemic, we saw concepts for Fremont Blvd Safety Corridor that included detection of bicyclists and pedestrians and automated signs that would flash a warning to drivers when a pedestrian or bicyclist is in or about to enter the intersection. We don't have that now. In fact, it's a struggle just for the detectors to reliably detect bicyclists queued at a red light. The automatic detection and signals I think would help a lot especially at protected intersections. That may help reduce instances of having to take evasive action and coming within 1 foot of a car or about a 1/4 of a second from collision with a car that does not yield on a right turn when I'm going through a protected intersection on a bicycle. on Linkedin Email Hi, Some time ago before the pandemic, we saw concepts for Fremont Blvd Safety Corridor that included detection of bicyclists and pedestrians and automated signs that would flash a warning to drivers when a pedestrian or bicyclist is in or about to enter the intersection. We don't have that now. In fact, it's a struggle just for the detectors to reliably detect bicyclists queued at a red light. The automatic detection and signals I think would help a lot especially at protected intersections. That may help reduce instances of having to take evasive action and coming within 1 foot of a car or about a 1/4 of a second from collision with a car that does not yield on a right turn when I'm going through a protected intersection on a bicycle. link

    Hi, Some time ago before the pandemic, we saw concepts for Fremont Blvd Safety Corridor that included detection of bicyclists and pedestrians and automated signs that would flash a warning to drivers when a pedestrian or bicyclist is in or about to enter the intersection. We don't have that now. In fact, it's a struggle just for the detectors to reliably detect bicyclists queued at a red light. The automatic detection and signals I think would help a lot especially at protected intersections. That may help reduce instances of having to take evasive action and coming within 1 foot of a car or about a 1/4 of a second from collision with a car that does not yield on a right turn when I'm going through a protected intersection on a bicycle.

    SteveS asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for sharing your input regarding detection of bicyclist and pedestrians. Currently the Fremont Blvd. Safe and Smart Corridor project has installed video detection systems along the 33 project locations from Fremont Boulevard and Enea Court to Fremont Boulevard and Industrial Boulevard at all approaches of the intersections. The intersections also have a bike indicator light that turns on when there is a bicyclist at the designated detection zone. Please sign up on the ATP mailing list at bit.ly/ATP-mailing-list to stay up to date for more opportunities to provide your input throughout the ATP development.   

  • Share How are traffic controller manufacturers coming with detection of bicyclists on an approach to an intersection? As much as we have tried, I'm still as a bicyclist a second class citizen on the eyes of our existing traffic controllers. They don't see me and I don't exist. Many signalized intersections are programed to cycle when there are no approaching cars. Emphasis on cars. So unless I can keep up with a platoon of cars going through an intersection, the signal is going slam me to a halt by cycling to a red light. Sure it may detect me and soon let me go, but I've already lost all my momentum and lost a minute on my commute that frequently adds up at multiple intersections. on Facebook Share How are traffic controller manufacturers coming with detection of bicyclists on an approach to an intersection? As much as we have tried, I'm still as a bicyclist a second class citizen on the eyes of our existing traffic controllers. They don't see me and I don't exist. Many signalized intersections are programed to cycle when there are no approaching cars. Emphasis on cars. So unless I can keep up with a platoon of cars going through an intersection, the signal is going slam me to a halt by cycling to a red light. Sure it may detect me and soon let me go, but I've already lost all my momentum and lost a minute on my commute that frequently adds up at multiple intersections. on Twitter Share How are traffic controller manufacturers coming with detection of bicyclists on an approach to an intersection? As much as we have tried, I'm still as a bicyclist a second class citizen on the eyes of our existing traffic controllers. They don't see me and I don't exist. Many signalized intersections are programed to cycle when there are no approaching cars. Emphasis on cars. So unless I can keep up with a platoon of cars going through an intersection, the signal is going slam me to a halt by cycling to a red light. Sure it may detect me and soon let me go, but I've already lost all my momentum and lost a minute on my commute that frequently adds up at multiple intersections. on Linkedin Email How are traffic controller manufacturers coming with detection of bicyclists on an approach to an intersection? As much as we have tried, I'm still as a bicyclist a second class citizen on the eyes of our existing traffic controllers. They don't see me and I don't exist. Many signalized intersections are programed to cycle when there are no approaching cars. Emphasis on cars. So unless I can keep up with a platoon of cars going through an intersection, the signal is going slam me to a halt by cycling to a red light. Sure it may detect me and soon let me go, but I've already lost all my momentum and lost a minute on my commute that frequently adds up at multiple intersections. link

    How are traffic controller manufacturers coming with detection of bicyclists on an approach to an intersection? As much as we have tried, I'm still as a bicyclist a second class citizen on the eyes of our existing traffic controllers. They don't see me and I don't exist. Many signalized intersections are programed to cycle when there are no approaching cars. Emphasis on cars. So unless I can keep up with a platoon of cars going through an intersection, the signal is going slam me to a halt by cycling to a red light. Sure it may detect me and soon let me go, but I've already lost all my momentum and lost a minute on my commute that frequently adds up at multiple intersections.

    SteveS asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for sharing your input regarding bicycle detection. The current bicycle detection used are inductive loops and preferably video detection system. Though video detection is preferred, there are factors that affect the accuracy of detection, such as the size of the intersection and weather conditions. The cost for video detection system is quite high given the number of traffic signals in the City. As such, it is important for the ATP team to hear from the community to help identify traffic signal intersections that can be prioritized for future funding investments and project implementation. For input on priorities, please visit and comment on the interactive map survey and project and program prioritization survey. Please sign up on the ATP mailing list at bit.ly/ATP-mailing-list to stay up to date for more opportunities to provide your input throughout the ATP development.   

  • Share I have noticed at some intersections that the green light for cars is longer than what the walk signal would need to be, but the walk signal still does not turn on unless someone presses the beg button. I can sort of understand the utility of beg buttons when the green light would otherwise be too short for a pedestrian to safely cross, but why not turn on the walk signal automatically if there is already going to be enough time to cross safely? This would help pedestrians judge whether they have time to cross as they approach and make for an overall more pedestrian friendly experience. I have made comments at a couple intersections where I have observed this on the Phase II map. on Facebook Share I have noticed at some intersections that the green light for cars is longer than what the walk signal would need to be, but the walk signal still does not turn on unless someone presses the beg button. I can sort of understand the utility of beg buttons when the green light would otherwise be too short for a pedestrian to safely cross, but why not turn on the walk signal automatically if there is already going to be enough time to cross safely? This would help pedestrians judge whether they have time to cross as they approach and make for an overall more pedestrian friendly experience. I have made comments at a couple intersections where I have observed this on the Phase II map. on Twitter Share I have noticed at some intersections that the green light for cars is longer than what the walk signal would need to be, but the walk signal still does not turn on unless someone presses the beg button. I can sort of understand the utility of beg buttons when the green light would otherwise be too short for a pedestrian to safely cross, but why not turn on the walk signal automatically if there is already going to be enough time to cross safely? This would help pedestrians judge whether they have time to cross as they approach and make for an overall more pedestrian friendly experience. I have made comments at a couple intersections where I have observed this on the Phase II map. on Linkedin Email I have noticed at some intersections that the green light for cars is longer than what the walk signal would need to be, but the walk signal still does not turn on unless someone presses the beg button. I can sort of understand the utility of beg buttons when the green light would otherwise be too short for a pedestrian to safely cross, but why not turn on the walk signal automatically if there is already going to be enough time to cross safely? This would help pedestrians judge whether they have time to cross as they approach and make for an overall more pedestrian friendly experience. I have made comments at a couple intersections where I have observed this on the Phase II map. link

    I have noticed at some intersections that the green light for cars is longer than what the walk signal would need to be, but the walk signal still does not turn on unless someone presses the beg button. I can sort of understand the utility of beg buttons when the green light would otherwise be too short for a pedestrian to safely cross, but why not turn on the walk signal automatically if there is already going to be enough time to cross safely? This would help pedestrians judge whether they have time to cross as they approach and make for an overall more pedestrian friendly experience. I have made comments at a couple intersections where I have observed this on the Phase II map.

    Becca asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for submitting your input regarding keeping the pedestrian push buttons activated and your input on the Phase II maps with specific locations to consider incorporating automatic pedestrian phasing. The pedestrian facing the pedestrian signal indication is permitted to start to cross the roadway in the direction of the signal indication during the steady “walking person.” The flashing upraised hand with countdown symbolizes the “don’t walk” indication and intended to communicate to pedestrians to not start crossing if not in the roadway, and for those who started crossing during the “walking person” indication to proceed and how long the pedestrian has remaining to cross. We understand the pedestrians and bicyclists can arrive during the start of the parallel green phase for vehicle traffic, which could have been an opportunity to cross if there was an automatic pedestrian phase. The Traffic Signal team looks for those opportunities to incorporate these signal operation changes based on considerations related to pedestrian and bicycle demand, surrounding land uses, traffic signal timings and coordination, and traffic signal equipment. The ATP project is evaluating recommendations and determining priorities for implementing traffic signal improvements and operational changes. For input on priorities, including input of the Pedestrian Priority Areas which will help prioritize areas for treatments such as intersection or signal timing improvements, please visit and comment on the interactive map survey and project and program prioritization survey. Please sign up on the ATP mailing list at bit.ly/ATP-mailing-list to stay up to date for more opportunities to provide your input throughout the ATP development.   

  • Share AC Transit Realign has published some concept changes for bus routes in Fremont. All scenarios show significant regions of Fremont that will not have any bus service. Most of the Mission neighborhood and the industrial area along Kato will become transit deserts. Will the ATP receive a list of regions in Fremont that are likely to lose service and how can the ATP compensate by providing active transit routes from the underserved areas to the remaining transit lines? on Facebook Share AC Transit Realign has published some concept changes for bus routes in Fremont. All scenarios show significant regions of Fremont that will not have any bus service. Most of the Mission neighborhood and the industrial area along Kato will become transit deserts. Will the ATP receive a list of regions in Fremont that are likely to lose service and how can the ATP compensate by providing active transit routes from the underserved areas to the remaining transit lines? on Twitter Share AC Transit Realign has published some concept changes for bus routes in Fremont. All scenarios show significant regions of Fremont that will not have any bus service. Most of the Mission neighborhood and the industrial area along Kato will become transit deserts. Will the ATP receive a list of regions in Fremont that are likely to lose service and how can the ATP compensate by providing active transit routes from the underserved areas to the remaining transit lines? on Linkedin Email AC Transit Realign has published some concept changes for bus routes in Fremont. All scenarios show significant regions of Fremont that will not have any bus service. Most of the Mission neighborhood and the industrial area along Kato will become transit deserts. Will the ATP receive a list of regions in Fremont that are likely to lose service and how can the ATP compensate by providing active transit routes from the underserved areas to the remaining transit lines? link

    AC Transit Realign has published some concept changes for bus routes in Fremont. All scenarios show significant regions of Fremont that will not have any bus service. Most of the Mission neighborhood and the industrial area along Kato will become transit deserts. Will the ATP receive a list of regions in Fremont that are likely to lose service and how can the ATP compensate by providing active transit routes from the underserved areas to the remaining transit lines?

    SteveS asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for your interest in public transportation in Fremont. AC Transit and the City continue to partner and collaborate on planning efforts and future projects, including the AC Transit Realign project. Though the ATP and AC Transit Realign have separate timelines for finalizing respective plans, AC Transit Realign has shared information about the service scenarios being evaluated and the ATP will take these into consideration as part of improving walking and biking access to transit. Overall, from the recent Draft Plan, AC Transit proposes to replace Line 99 with DB299 and DB10, and discontinuing Line 215 due to low ridership and to be partially replaced with Lines DB212 and DB217. The Draft Plan includes a proposal for adding a Warm Springs Microtransit Zone operating out of the Warm Springs BART and providing a service area bounded approximately by I-680, Dixon Rd., Fremont Blvd. and Grimmer Blvd., which includes the Kato Road industrial area. Providing your input directly to AC Transit will help staff best gather the feedback and consider as part of updating the Draft Realign Plan. You can provide your comments directly on their interactive map (linked) or on the Realign survey (linked). AC Transit will also continue to provide opportunities for virtual and in-person participation such as an upcoming Board of Directors meeting and Open House on Wednesday, June 5. Please visit AC Transit’s Realign project page for more information on the scenarios and upcoming opportunities for participation.