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82 <br />Traffic Calming Circle <br />A traffic circle is a small-scale traffic calming measure commonly ap- <br />plied at uncontrolled intersections on low volume, local residential <br />streets. They lower traffic speeds on each approach and typically avoid <br />or reduce right-of-way conflicts because the overall footprint is smaller <br />compared to roundabouts. Traffic circles may be installed using simple <br />markings or raised islands but are best accompanied with drought-tol- <br />erant landscaping or other attractive vertical elements. <br />Pavement Markings <br />Bike Boxes <br />A bike box is a designated area at the head of a traffic lane at a signal- <br />ized intersection that provides bicyclists a safe and visible way to wait <br />ahead of queuing traffic during the red signal phase. This positioning <br />helps encourage bicyclists traveling straight through not to wait against <br />the curb for the signal change. With a bike box, bicyclists make a “One <br />Stage Left Turn” since they do not wait for an additional signal phase. <br />Two Stage Turn Box <br />As opposed to a bike box where the turn is made in one stage, a two <br />stage turn box (TSTB) is a painted box ahead of the crosswalk (instead <br />of behind it) that allows bicyclists to travel straight across the intersec- <br />tion, and then wait in a designated area before turning left in a two- <br />stage movement. It is considered a lower stress option and an easier <br />option for beginner bicyclists turning left. TSTBs offer bicyclists a safe <br />way make left turns at multi-lane signalized intersections from a right <br />side cycle track or bike lane, or right turns from a left side cycle track <br />or bike lane. <br />Class I: Multi-Use Paths <br />Class I multi-use paths (frequently referred to as “bicycle paths”) are phys- <br />ically separated from motor vehicle travel routes, with exclusive rights- <br />of-way for non-motorized users like bicyclists and pedestrians. They re- <br />quire physical buffers to ensure safety and comfort of the user. Class I <br />facilities differ from Class IV facilities because they allow pedestrians to <br />use the facilities and they are generally in a different right of way, such as <br />Traffic Calming Circle <br />Two Stage Turn Box (TSTB) <br />Class I: Multi-Use Path  <br />  <br />City Council 32 – 87 6/4/2024