For many years, the concept of converting the downtown streets from one way to two way has been discussed.  While there are several reasons to pursue the conversion, the first step of the process is doing a technical study to ascertain the impact to traffic, both vehicular and multi-modal, and parking.  Public Works hired Kittelson and Associates to evaluate the different options and their impact. The study was recently completed and this is a presentation of that study.  The study analyzed seven alternatives to various streets through the downtown, primarily the one way to two way conversion but also lane reductions, and determined the impacts that these alternatives had on traffic, parking, and alternate modes.  With the completion of this study, the Planning Department will initiate the next phase of the project.  This phase will include public outreach, alternative prioritization, and identifying funding sources.  

This is an informational item for Council and no action is needed at this time.