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Agenda 09/24/2024 Item #16B6 (Bicycle/Pedestrian connection between Seagate Drive & Crayton Road)9/24/2024 Item # 16.B.6. ID#: 2024-1194 Executive Summary Recommendation to install a bicycle/pedestrian connection between Seagate Drive and Crayton Road and direct staff to construct the connection, using an existing Collier County right-of-way, which will implement and improve public safety by enhancing a safer and smoother transition for walkers, runners, and cyclists. OBJECTIVE: Install a bicycle/pedestrian connection between Seagate Drive & Crayton Road and provide direction to staff to construct the connection. CONSIDERATIONS: Ordinance No. 77-18 established rights-of-way (ROW) for a Crayton Road connection to Seagate. The 100’ width Collier County ROW from Seagate to Crayton Road cul-de-sac was platted in Pelican Bay-Unit One (Plat Book 12, Page 52). Crayton Road currently terminates in a cul-de-sac approximately 130' +/- north of Seagate Drive. However, the right-of- way continues to Seagate Drive. There is an existing crosswalk on Seagate Drive in proximity to the Crayton Road right- of-way. Currently, individuals who wish to make this connection must either divert 1-mile around utilizing Seagate Drive via Myra Janco Daniels Blvd (which goes narrow with no bike lane) or go through the privately owned parking lot of the Naples Grande to reduce the connection length. There is a desire to make this interconnection only for bicyclists and pedestrians to allow for safer travel. See Figure I indicating the current path and new path. This item is consistent with the Collier County Strategic Plan objective to design and maintain an effective transportation system to reduce traffic congestion and improve the mobility and safety of our residents and visitors. FISCAL IMPACT: This initial cost estimate for a 10’ concrete or asphalt pathway is not expected to exceed $50,000 for design and construction. If directed to do so, staff would amend the budget as appropriate in FY 25. GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: These improvements are consistent with the Growth Management Plan Transportation Element. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, raises no legal issues at this time and requires majority vote for approval. -JAK RECOMMENDATIONS: To install a bicycle/pedestrian connection between Seagate Drive and Crayton Road and direct staff to construct the connection, using an existing Collier County right-of-way, which will implement and improve public safety by enhancing a safer and smoother transition for walkers, runners, and cyclists. PREPARED BY: Trinity Scott, Transportation Management Services Department Head ATTACHMENTS: None Page 2387 of 4908 Page 2388 of 4908