🚴♂️ Pearland Infrastructure Implementation Plan
Sidewalks & Bike Lanes for Pearland Parkway and Broadway Street
📊 Project Overview
8.5
Total Miles
$12.4M
Total Budget
36
Months
Protected Bike Lanes
Physical separation from traffic
Physical separation from traffic
ADA Compliant Sidewalks
6-foot wide concrete sidewalks
6-foot wide concrete sidewalks
Multi-Modal Connectivity
Links to existing trail system
Links to existing trail system
Safety Features
Crosswalks, signals, lighting
Crosswalks, signals, lighting
💰 Budget Breakdown
Construction (65%)
Design & Engineering (15%)
Utilities & Infrastructure (12%)
Contingency (8%)
Construction
$8.06M
Sidewalks, bike lanes, paving
Design & Engineering
$1.86M
Planning, permits, surveying
Utilities
$1.49M
Drainage, lighting, signals
Contingency
$0.99M
Risk mitigation
💸 Funding Strategy
Total Funding Required: $12.4 Million
Leveraging federal grants, state funds, and local resources
Leveraging federal grants, state funds, and local resources
Transportation Alternatives (TA) - TxDOT
$4.5M (36%)
Federal funding for bike/pedestrian infrastructure
$4.5M (36%)
Federal funding for bike/pedestrian infrastructure
Surface Transportation Block Grant
$3.2M (26%)
Flexible federal transportation funding
$3.2M (26%)
Flexible federal transportation funding
City Capital Improvement Program
$2.8M (23%)
Local funds from CIP budget
$2.8M (23%)
Local funds from CIP budget
Community Development Block Grant
$1.2M (10%)
HUD funding for community infrastructure
$1.2M (10%)
HUD funding for community infrastructure
Texas Parks & Wildlife (Trails)
$0.7M (5%)
Recreational trail development grants
$0.7M (5%)
Recreational trail development grants
📅 Implementation Timeline
Phase 1: Planning & Design (Months 1-12)
- Grant applications and funding acquisition
- Detailed engineering and design work
- Environmental assessments and permits
- Community engagement and input sessions
- Utility coordination and relocation planning
Phase 2: Pearland Parkway Segment (Months 13-24)
- Construction of 4.2 miles of protected bike lanes
- Installation of 4.2 miles of 6-foot sidewalks
- Utility upgrades and drainage improvements
- Traffic signal modifications for pedestrian/bike safety
- Landscaping and aesthetic improvements
Phase 3: Broadway Street Segment (Months 25-36)
- Construction of 4.3 miles of protected bike lanes
- Installation of 4.3 miles of 6-foot sidewalks
- Integration with existing Clear Creek Trail system
- Smart traffic management systems installation
- Final safety audits and project completion
🎯 Key Benefits
- 🚴♀️ Enhanced Safety: Separated bike lanes reduce vehicle-bicycle conflicts by 90%
- ♿ ADA Compliance: 6-foot sidewalks with proper grades and crossings
- 🌍 Environmental Impact: Encouraging alternative transportation modes
- 🏘️ Community Connectivity: Links neighborhoods to schools, parks, and commercial areas
- 💰 Economic Development: Increased property values and business accessibility
⚡ Strategic Alignment
Aligns with Pearland's Strategic Priorities:
- Sustainable Infrastructure: Long-term transportation solutions
- Safe Community: Protected infrastructure for all users
- Quality Parks & Recreation: Connects to existing trail system
- Trusted Government: Responsive to community needs
Integration with Existing Plans:
- Clear Creek Trail Master Plan connectivity
- Multi-Modal Master Plan implementation
- Capital Improvement Program alignment
- Traffic Thoroughfare Plan coordination
📋 Next Steps
Immediate (Next 3 Months)
- City Council approval and budget allocation
- Begin federal grant applications
- Initiate community engagement process
Short-term (6 Months)
- Complete detailed engineering studies
- Secure primary funding commitments
- Environmental and traffic impact assessments
Medium-term (12 Months)
- Finalize designs and obtain permits
- Begin construction procurement process
- Coordinate utility relocations