Why are we doing this plan?
The City of Glenwood Springs is undertaking the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (CSAP) to address the growing concerns about transportation-related fatalities and serious injuries within our community. By analyzing data and identifying trends, the plan aims to create safer roadways for all users—drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit riders. The goal is to reduce accidents and make our transportation network safer and more efficient for everyone.
What is a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan?
A Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (CSAP) is a strategic approach to improving transportation safety within a specific area. It involves analyzing data on accidents and safety concerns, identifying problem areas, and developing recommendations for projects, operational changes, and public awareness campaigns. The CSAP focuses on creating actionable steps to reduce accidents and enhance the safety of the entire transportation system.
How will this be studied?
The study will involve a detailed analysis of accident data, including vehicular, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian incidents. This data will be reviewed alongside existing Local Road Safety Plans (LRSP) and other safety assessments. The project team will work closely with local stakeholders to identify safety concerns and prioritize solutions. Public input will also be a key component, ensuring that community voices are heard and incorporated into the final plan.
What geography will the plan include?
The study focuses on the City of Glenwood Springs, but it also includes collaboration with surrounding areas that are impacted by the city's transportation network. The plan is designed to benefit not only residents of Glenwood Springs but also those who travel through the city for work, school, tourism or other activities.
When will this study take place?
The study is already underway, with key milestones scheduled throughout the year. The project began with data collection and analysis and will continue with community engagement, project recommendations, and the development of the final Comprehensive Safety Action Plan in May 2025.
Who is behind this project?
The Comprehensive Safety Action Plan is a collaborative effort led by the City of Glenwood Springs, in partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA), and the Roaring Fork School District (RFSD).
Who is leading the way?
City leadership is working with a team of consultants and experts in transportation safety to direct the project. The city has contracted with Consor lead the planning process and Alta Planning + Design to assist with the plan development.
The City Council will be the ultimate decision-maker on approving the plan, and the Transportation Commission will be a collaborative partner throughout the planning process.
How will the community & public be involved?
The City of Glenwood Springs has made a commitment to the community to engage them in the project in the following ways:
- Consistently Inform the community of the project progress and opportunities for engagement
- Consult the community to gauge current attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors related to traffic safety and transportation among Glenwood Springs residents, visitors, and employees
- Consult the community to confirm whether plans are adequately and comprehensively addressing transportation safety concerns.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders at multiple milestones throughout the project to assist with project decision-making, prioritization, and development of the Action Plan for long-term community buy-in.
