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Ford Street with cars parked along the side of the road.

Project Overview

The Planning Department, in collaboration with Public Works, is proposing several bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements along the Ford Street and Jackson Street corridors between 14th Street and 24th Street. In accordance with the adopted 2023 Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan, the City is proposing the following projects:

  • A protected bike lane on Ford Street between 14th & 24th
  • A protected bike lane on Jackson Street between 14th & 24th
  • Adding a raised four-way intersection at Jackson Street & 24th
  • Intersection improvements at Ford Street & 14th


Ford Street Proposed Design Elements:

This project proposes eliminating parking on Ford Street from 24th Street to 14th Street to provide a protected bike lane and buffer between the bike lane and the travel lane. Providing the buffer will formalize a place for people to place their trash cans on trash day without blocking the bike facility and causing people to swerve into the travel lane. The project includes modifying the existing curb ramps to meet ADA accessibility requirements as well as adding new curb ramps where they do not exist today. The project also includes reconfiguring the intersection at Ford and 14th Street to make it safer for pedestrians and bicyclists to cross. There have been two crashes (one involving a pedestrian and one involving a bicyclist) at this intersection since 2018. The proposed intersection design eliminates the southbound left turn lane and prohibits the movement straight through the intersection from 14th Street. Prohibiting these movements allows the addition of a pedestrian refuge island, shortening the crossing distance. Although the bike lane varies in width between 23rd and 24th street, generally the proposed roadway will have two 11-foot travel lanes, a 5-foot buffer, and a 7-foot bike lane. The buffer will be a physical barrier of alternating flex posts and concrete dividers.

Jackson Street Proposed Design Elements:

The project proposes eliminating one travel lane on Jackson Street between 15th Street and 19th Street (Jackson Street is currently one travel lane between 14th and 15th Street). Dropping a travel lane will provide the space needed for a protective barrier between the bike lane and the travel lane. The buffer between 15th Street and 18th Street will include some green infrastructure elements because this area is in the floodplain. The existing bulb outs from 20th Street to 23rd Street will be removed and the parking along these blocks will also be removed. Two lanes of travel will remain (between 19th and 24th) along with a protected bike lane. The 24th and Jackson Street intersection will be converted to a raised intersection. Bulb outs will remain at the intersection but will be modified to have mountable curbs to accommodate larger vehicles, like school buses. Although the roadway width varies along Jackson, generally, from 14th to 19th, the proposed roadway design will have one 12-foot travel lane, a 9-foot buffer, and a 7-foot bike lane. From 19th to 24th, the proposed roadway design will have two 11-foot travel lanes, a 5-foot buffer, and a 7-foot bike lane. The buffer from 18th to 24th will be a physical barrier of alternating flex posts and concrete dividers.

The detailed design plans are included under the "Documents" section of this website.


Community Engagement Opportunities

Open House # 1:

  • Tuesday, June 18, 2024 (5:30 - 7:00 p.m.)
  • Ride Wrap: 1950 Ford St, Golden, CO 80401

The main purpose of this open house was for city staff to hear public feedback on the proposed design. Public feedback will be incorporated as the project moves through the design process. The City is currently working on developing the design plans for this project and is in the process of pursuing construction funding.

Open House # 2:

  • Monday, Dec. 9, 2024 (5:30-7:00p.m.)
  • Natural Grocers Test Kitchen: 2401 Ford Street, Golden CO

We will discuss how feedback was incorporated from the first open house in the revised design.

Open House # 3:

  • A final Open House will be held in Late Summer 2025.

Accessibility Support

Please contact Matt Wempe (mwempe@cityofgolden.net) or 303-215-8884 if you, a person you are assisting, or an organization needs additional help to engage with our planning process due to limited access to technology, a disability or a language access need.

Póngase en contacto con (mwempe@cityofgolden.net ) o 303-215-8884 si usted, una persona a la que asiste o una organización necesita ayuda adicional para participar en nuestro proceso de planificación debido a un acceso limitado a la tecnología, una discapacidad o una necesidad de acceso lingüístico.

Project Overview

The Planning Department, in collaboration with Public Works, is proposing several bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements along the Ford Street and Jackson Street corridors between 14th Street and 24th Street. In accordance with the adopted 2023 Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan, the City is proposing the following projects:

  • A protected bike lane on Ford Street between 14th & 24th
  • A protected bike lane on Jackson Street between 14th & 24th
  • Adding a raised four-way intersection at Jackson Street & 24th
  • Intersection improvements at Ford Street & 14th


Ford Street Proposed Design Elements:

This project proposes eliminating parking on Ford Street from 24th Street to 14th Street to provide a protected bike lane and buffer between the bike lane and the travel lane. Providing the buffer will formalize a place for people to place their trash cans on trash day without blocking the bike facility and causing people to swerve into the travel lane. The project includes modifying the existing curb ramps to meet ADA accessibility requirements as well as adding new curb ramps where they do not exist today. The project also includes reconfiguring the intersection at Ford and 14th Street to make it safer for pedestrians and bicyclists to cross. There have been two crashes (one involving a pedestrian and one involving a bicyclist) at this intersection since 2018. The proposed intersection design eliminates the southbound left turn lane and prohibits the movement straight through the intersection from 14th Street. Prohibiting these movements allows the addition of a pedestrian refuge island, shortening the crossing distance. Although the bike lane varies in width between 23rd and 24th street, generally the proposed roadway will have two 11-foot travel lanes, a 5-foot buffer, and a 7-foot bike lane. The buffer will be a physical barrier of alternating flex posts and concrete dividers.

Jackson Street Proposed Design Elements:

The project proposes eliminating one travel lane on Jackson Street between 15th Street and 19th Street (Jackson Street is currently one travel lane between 14th and 15th Street). Dropping a travel lane will provide the space needed for a protective barrier between the bike lane and the travel lane. The buffer between 15th Street and 18th Street will include some green infrastructure elements because this area is in the floodplain. The existing bulb outs from 20th Street to 23rd Street will be removed and the parking along these blocks will also be removed. Two lanes of travel will remain (between 19th and 24th) along with a protected bike lane. The 24th and Jackson Street intersection will be converted to a raised intersection. Bulb outs will remain at the intersection but will be modified to have mountable curbs to accommodate larger vehicles, like school buses. Although the roadway width varies along Jackson, generally, from 14th to 19th, the proposed roadway design will have one 12-foot travel lane, a 9-foot buffer, and a 7-foot bike lane. From 19th to 24th, the proposed roadway design will have two 11-foot travel lanes, a 5-foot buffer, and a 7-foot bike lane. The buffer from 18th to 24th will be a physical barrier of alternating flex posts and concrete dividers.

The detailed design plans are included under the "Documents" section of this website.


Community Engagement Opportunities

Open House # 1:

  • Tuesday, June 18, 2024 (5:30 - 7:00 p.m.)
  • Ride Wrap: 1950 Ford St, Golden, CO 80401

The main purpose of this open house was for city staff to hear public feedback on the proposed design. Public feedback will be incorporated as the project moves through the design process. The City is currently working on developing the design plans for this project and is in the process of pursuing construction funding.

Open House # 2:

  • Monday, Dec. 9, 2024 (5:30-7:00p.m.)
  • Natural Grocers Test Kitchen: 2401 Ford Street, Golden CO

We will discuss how feedback was incorporated from the first open house in the revised design.

Open House # 3:

  • A final Open House will be held in Late Summer 2025.

Accessibility Support

Please contact Matt Wempe (mwempe@cityofgolden.net) or 303-215-8884 if you, a person you are assisting, or an organization needs additional help to engage with our planning process due to limited access to technology, a disability or a language access need.

Póngase en contacto con (mwempe@cityofgolden.net ) o 303-215-8884 si usted, una persona a la que asiste o una organización necesita ayuda adicional para participar en nuestro proceso de planificación debido a un acceso limitado a la tecnología, una discapacidad o una necesidad de acceso lingüístico.

Questions

Public engagement will begin on June 18 with our first open house, but please let us know if you have any questions in the meantime!  

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  • Share What rationale does the City of Golden have for creating an enormous 12-foot "protected bike lane" on Ford and Jackson, including a 7-foot lane and 5-foot buffer/protection for passing cyclists, at the expense of permanent residents on the other side of the street, who will have to live 24/7/365 with lanes being pushed to about 20-25 feet away from existing residents, with zero buffer, minimal consultation, and no mitigations? Does the City actually believe pedestrians, including students at Golden High School, will be safe walking on sidewalks literally inches away from vehicles travelling 40-50+ mph? Are you aware that the City of Denver installed similar bike lanes several years ago, and they are now removing them due to creating dangerous conditions and inconvenience for residents? on Facebook Share What rationale does the City of Golden have for creating an enormous 12-foot "protected bike lane" on Ford and Jackson, including a 7-foot lane and 5-foot buffer/protection for passing cyclists, at the expense of permanent residents on the other side of the street, who will have to live 24/7/365 with lanes being pushed to about 20-25 feet away from existing residents, with zero buffer, minimal consultation, and no mitigations? Does the City actually believe pedestrians, including students at Golden High School, will be safe walking on sidewalks literally inches away from vehicles travelling 40-50+ mph? Are you aware that the City of Denver installed similar bike lanes several years ago, and they are now removing them due to creating dangerous conditions and inconvenience for residents? on Twitter Share What rationale does the City of Golden have for creating an enormous 12-foot "protected bike lane" on Ford and Jackson, including a 7-foot lane and 5-foot buffer/protection for passing cyclists, at the expense of permanent residents on the other side of the street, who will have to live 24/7/365 with lanes being pushed to about 20-25 feet away from existing residents, with zero buffer, minimal consultation, and no mitigations? Does the City actually believe pedestrians, including students at Golden High School, will be safe walking on sidewalks literally inches away from vehicles travelling 40-50+ mph? Are you aware that the City of Denver installed similar bike lanes several years ago, and they are now removing them due to creating dangerous conditions and inconvenience for residents? on Linkedin Email What rationale does the City of Golden have for creating an enormous 12-foot "protected bike lane" on Ford and Jackson, including a 7-foot lane and 5-foot buffer/protection for passing cyclists, at the expense of permanent residents on the other side of the street, who will have to live 24/7/365 with lanes being pushed to about 20-25 feet away from existing residents, with zero buffer, minimal consultation, and no mitigations? Does the City actually believe pedestrians, including students at Golden High School, will be safe walking on sidewalks literally inches away from vehicles travelling 40-50+ mph? Are you aware that the City of Denver installed similar bike lanes several years ago, and they are now removing them due to creating dangerous conditions and inconvenience for residents? link

    What rationale does the City of Golden have for creating an enormous 12-foot "protected bike lane" on Ford and Jackson, including a 7-foot lane and 5-foot buffer/protection for passing cyclists, at the expense of permanent residents on the other side of the street, who will have to live 24/7/365 with lanes being pushed to about 20-25 feet away from existing residents, with zero buffer, minimal consultation, and no mitigations? Does the City actually believe pedestrians, including students at Golden High School, will be safe walking on sidewalks literally inches away from vehicles travelling 40-50+ mph? Are you aware that the City of Denver installed similar bike lanes several years ago, and they are now removing them due to creating dangerous conditions and inconvenience for residents?

    Cmoore2002 asked 17 days ago

    The project was conceived during the 2023 Pedestrian and Bike Plan based on public feedback about improving safety along Ford and Jackson Streets.  Based on this feedback, the Plan identifies it as a Tier 1 project for short-term implementation.  City Council approved design and construction funding as part of the 2025-26 capital improvements program budget.

    The City has held two public meetings on this project to review the in-process design plans: June 2024 (30% plans) and December 2024 (60% plans).  Notification of these meetings included postcards mailed to every address along the corridor, signage on Ford and Jackson Streets, social media and Weekly Update articles and a Guiding Golden project webpage. Additionally, we’ve conducted targeted outreach to property owners with anticipated tree impacts due to new ADA sidewalk ramps and parking impacts along Jackson Street.  We expect to hold a pre-construction public meeting later this summer (previously advertised as May on Guiding Golden but delayed while we finalize plans) and will continue to make all project information publicly available.

    The current design proposes to widen the west side sidewalk on Ford Street between 20th and 21st Streets based on public feedback at the June 2024 meeting.  This will complement ADA ramp and other sidewalk improvements along the corridor to improve pedestrian access and compliance with federal law.

  • Share Hello, we would love to see more bike access into golden to limit cars and traffic. We Live on the north side of North Table Mountain and there is no way to get into Golden on a bike unless you ride on Highway 93. Would it be possible to extend the bike path from the North Table Mountain up 93 to the corner of 93 and 58th Ave.? This would be wonderful! So many families in this area would be able to bike to school at Mitchell and access Golden. It seems like it is too late to propose anything like this, but how would something like this move forward? on Facebook Share Hello, we would love to see more bike access into golden to limit cars and traffic. We Live on the north side of North Table Mountain and there is no way to get into Golden on a bike unless you ride on Highway 93. Would it be possible to extend the bike path from the North Table Mountain up 93 to the corner of 93 and 58th Ave.? This would be wonderful! So many families in this area would be able to bike to school at Mitchell and access Golden. It seems like it is too late to propose anything like this, but how would something like this move forward? on Twitter Share Hello, we would love to see more bike access into golden to limit cars and traffic. We Live on the north side of North Table Mountain and there is no way to get into Golden on a bike unless you ride on Highway 93. Would it be possible to extend the bike path from the North Table Mountain up 93 to the corner of 93 and 58th Ave.? This would be wonderful! So many families in this area would be able to bike to school at Mitchell and access Golden. It seems like it is too late to propose anything like this, but how would something like this move forward? on Linkedin Email Hello, we would love to see more bike access into golden to limit cars and traffic. We Live on the north side of North Table Mountain and there is no way to get into Golden on a bike unless you ride on Highway 93. Would it be possible to extend the bike path from the North Table Mountain up 93 to the corner of 93 and 58th Ave.? This would be wonderful! So many families in this area would be able to bike to school at Mitchell and access Golden. It seems like it is too late to propose anything like this, but how would something like this move forward? link

    Hello, we would love to see more bike access into golden to limit cars and traffic. We Live on the north side of North Table Mountain and there is no way to get into Golden on a bike unless you ride on Highway 93. Would it be possible to extend the bike path from the North Table Mountain up 93 to the corner of 93 and 58th Ave.? This would be wonderful! So many families in this area would be able to bike to school at Mitchell and access Golden. It seems like it is too late to propose anything like this, but how would something like this move forward?

    Scf asked 9 months ago

    This project is actually already in development and is managed by Jefferson County Open Space. Jefferson County Open Space is finalizing the design for this new trail and plans to start construction in 2025. They are still finalizing the project page, but they will have a website with more information on this project very soon!

  • Share Please describe the bike lane Buffer. Is it a curb, a concrete barrier or other material? Also, it appears that all 2023 bike/vehicle collisions occurred along busy streets. Why are we not taking this opportunity to route the bike lane for this area along a quieter secondary route such as East Street? on Facebook Share Please describe the bike lane Buffer. Is it a curb, a concrete barrier or other material? Also, it appears that all 2023 bike/vehicle collisions occurred along busy streets. Why are we not taking this opportunity to route the bike lane for this area along a quieter secondary route such as East Street? on Twitter Share Please describe the bike lane Buffer. Is it a curb, a concrete barrier or other material? Also, it appears that all 2023 bike/vehicle collisions occurred along busy streets. Why are we not taking this opportunity to route the bike lane for this area along a quieter secondary route such as East Street? on Linkedin Email Please describe the bike lane Buffer. Is it a curb, a concrete barrier or other material? Also, it appears that all 2023 bike/vehicle collisions occurred along busy streets. Why are we not taking this opportunity to route the bike lane for this area along a quieter secondary route such as East Street? link

    Please describe the bike lane Buffer. Is it a curb, a concrete barrier or other material? Also, it appears that all 2023 bike/vehicle collisions occurred along busy streets. Why are we not taking this opportunity to route the bike lane for this area along a quieter secondary route such as East Street?

    Renee asked 12 months ago

     

    The bike lane is still in early design, but the lane buffer will likely be a concrete barrier combined with a vertical flex post in between the concrete barriers. 

     

    East Street is classified as a Neighborhood Bikeway on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and is a great option for people looking to bike along a quieter street. Ford and Jackson, however, parallel several businesses and destinations that people may be trying to bike to including Safeway, the High School, and people’s homes, so safe access is also needed on Ford and Jackson. Additionally, this project aims to improve both bicycle and pedestrian safety. We are looking at ways to reduce vehicle speeds on Ford and Jackson which will make it safer for all users of the corridor, not just bicyclists. These changes will benefit anyone who chooses to bike on East Street, but still needs to cross over Ford and Jackson to access downtown or other destinations. 

  • Share Does the plan include eliminating the pedestrian beg buttons at Jackson St and 19th St and at Ford St and 19th St? The pedestrian signals at these intersections should come on with every cycle, eliminating the need for the buttons. If no pedestrian is there, traffic is not slowed. on Facebook Share Does the plan include eliminating the pedestrian beg buttons at Jackson St and 19th St and at Ford St and 19th St? The pedestrian signals at these intersections should come on with every cycle, eliminating the need for the buttons. If no pedestrian is there, traffic is not slowed. on Twitter Share Does the plan include eliminating the pedestrian beg buttons at Jackson St and 19th St and at Ford St and 19th St? The pedestrian signals at these intersections should come on with every cycle, eliminating the need for the buttons. If no pedestrian is there, traffic is not slowed. on Linkedin Email Does the plan include eliminating the pedestrian beg buttons at Jackson St and 19th St and at Ford St and 19th St? The pedestrian signals at these intersections should come on with every cycle, eliminating the need for the buttons. If no pedestrian is there, traffic is not slowed. link

    Does the plan include eliminating the pedestrian beg buttons at Jackson St and 19th St and at Ford St and 19th St? The pedestrian signals at these intersections should come on with every cycle, eliminating the need for the buttons. If no pedestrian is there, traffic is not slowed.

    silverman asked about 1 year ago

    Thank you for your question! We plan to upgrade the signal at Jackson ST and 19th ST in the near future, but we will not be removing the pedestrian actuation buttons. 

  • Share Vehicles on Jackson St at 17th St and 18th St already do not stop for pedestrians in the zebra crossings at 17th and 18th. The 17th St crossing once had a HAWK to help distract drivers from their phones long enough to stop for pedestrians, but the HAWK has been gone for years. Are we bringing it back? And one for 18th St? on Facebook Share Vehicles on Jackson St at 17th St and 18th St already do not stop for pedestrians in the zebra crossings at 17th and 18th. The 17th St crossing once had a HAWK to help distract drivers from their phones long enough to stop for pedestrians, but the HAWK has been gone for years. Are we bringing it back? And one for 18th St? on Twitter Share Vehicles on Jackson St at 17th St and 18th St already do not stop for pedestrians in the zebra crossings at 17th and 18th. The 17th St crossing once had a HAWK to help distract drivers from their phones long enough to stop for pedestrians, but the HAWK has been gone for years. Are we bringing it back? And one for 18th St? on Linkedin Email Vehicles on Jackson St at 17th St and 18th St already do not stop for pedestrians in the zebra crossings at 17th and 18th. The 17th St crossing once had a HAWK to help distract drivers from their phones long enough to stop for pedestrians, but the HAWK has been gone for years. Are we bringing it back? And one for 18th St? link

    Vehicles on Jackson St at 17th St and 18th St already do not stop for pedestrians in the zebra crossings at 17th and 18th. The 17th St crossing once had a HAWK to help distract drivers from their phones long enough to stop for pedestrians, but the HAWK has been gone for years. Are we bringing it back? And one for 18th St?

    silverman asked about 1 year ago

    The City is planning to install a new Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) at Jackson ST and 17th ST by the end of the year. There are no plans to add a RRFB at 18th ST at this time.

  • Share The plan seeks to balance pedestrians and bicyclists. What about alternative transportation devices like motorized scooters, electric bikes, etc? on Facebook Share The plan seeks to balance pedestrians and bicyclists. What about alternative transportation devices like motorized scooters, electric bikes, etc? on Twitter Share The plan seeks to balance pedestrians and bicyclists. What about alternative transportation devices like motorized scooters, electric bikes, etc? on Linkedin Email The plan seeks to balance pedestrians and bicyclists. What about alternative transportation devices like motorized scooters, electric bikes, etc? link

    The plan seeks to balance pedestrians and bicyclists. What about alternative transportation devices like motorized scooters, electric bikes, etc?

    tony.shouse asked about 1 year ago

    This is a great question! The 2023 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan includes the following language regarding the use of electric bicycles: "Permit Class I/II/III e-bikes on all on-street bicycle facilities and shared use paths within the public right-of-way. Prohibit Class III e-bikes on unpaved trails and paths outside the public right-of-way." We do not have a specific policy for electric scooters; however, electric scooter riders should utilize the bike lanes and follow the same traffic laws that apply to cyclists. 

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