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Page 12-Orange County,NC I Bicycle&Pedestrian Plan Bicycle&Pedestrian Plan I Orange County,NC-Page 13 The Need for a Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Orange County has made steady progress in expanding sidewalks,bike lanes,and multi-use paths, reflecting a strong local With a focus on these needs,this plan commitment to improving how people move throughout the community. Like man rural areas,however,the ability to build Four main reasons this tt now: helps Orange Count take further p 9 P P 9 Y Y Y p 9 Y and connect this infrastructure is shaped by roadway ownership,state policies,and coordination across multiple agencies. steps toward a more complete, connected transportation system- As a result,the existing network continues to have missing links,safety challenges,and opportunities to strengthen one that gives people more choices to connections to key destinations such as schools,parks,and transit stops.This plan focuses on identifying those move around,no matter where they opportunities and providing a clear path forward for continued progress. FILLING THE GAPS*: live or how they get around. Some areas lack continuous At the same time,more people are looking for alternative ways to get around.Whether it's a child walking to school,a teen connectikeske een biking to work,or an older adult navigating a busy roadway,the need for safe and reliable options continues to grow. existing faciy GROWTH &DEVELOPMENT• destinatio tmore diffic As Orange County grows,so does ely. the need for roads and paths that i9ftbwork for everyone,not just drivers. I �� �'_ • � `� 11/111 CHANGING HABITS: . More people want to walk SAFETY CONCERNS: or bike as part of daily life Some roads and crossings feel CH.1 -for health,convenience, dangerous,especially in areas • • • • • or saving money. 1 with high crash rates or no I I III ' I I I I I I I III•I I I 1 sidewalks or bike lanes. (AIM _ 1 1 � D *Note:"Gaps"refer to missing or incomplete connections within the pedestrian and bicycle network.While this plan identifies needs across the broader system,Orange County's role is focused on coordinating and advancing improvements along corridors and projects within its influence,in partnership with municipalities and state agencies.