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HUB AND SPOKES DIAGRAM
The ‘ hubs and spokes ’ model conceptually illustrates how destinations are linked through various types of pedestrian facilities .
4.2 Pedestrian Network Project Types
The Proposed Pedestrian Network for Arlington consists of three chief types of projects :
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SCHOOLS / Colleges
rail-trails
sidewalks
NEIGHBOR- HOODS
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SHOPPING CENTERS / JOBS
DOWNTOWN AREAS
greenways
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crosswalks
Parks / Natural Areas
LIBRARIES , Recreation Centers
sidepaths
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Sidewalk projects - The recommended sidewalks aim to expand upon the existing network of sidewalks to provide a better connected system that links destinations along roadways . Approximately 149 miles of sidewalks are recommended for the City of Arlington .
Greenway / Trail projects – The recommended greenways , described in Chapter 3 , aim to expand upon a comprehensive off-road system that utilizes stream corridors and utility easements . Approximately 64 miles of greenways are recommended .
Crossing improvements – 190 crossing improvements are recommended to improve existing street crossings or create new crossings at intersections and mid-block locations . These improvements are critical in order to maintain a safe , connected system throughout the City .
4.3 Enhancing Walkability : Additional Pedestrian Improvements
In addition to these three chief capital improvement efforts , the City of Arlington should take a comprehensive approach geared towards walkability . This includes , but is not limited to :
• Traffic Calming
• Driveway access management
• Connectivity between and within land uses
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