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Board flags missed bicycle opportunities in resurfacing work and reviews 2026 project slate
Summary
Members raised concerns that recent grind-and-overlay projects (for example Rockwood Boulevard) were completed without bicycle upgrades; Tyler reviewed a long list of 2026 projects (Elm Street Greenway, Fish Lake Trail phases, Spokane Falls Boulevard concepts, PHBs and multiple grind-and-overlay segments) and asked members to prioritize corridors for deeper review.
During public comment and the project-review portion of the Nov. 18 meeting, board members highlighted a recurring issue: when the city completes grind-and-overlay resurfacing, it can miss opportunities to add or improve bicycle facilities. Grant, a South Hill resident, said the recent Rockwood Boulevard grind-and-overlay left the corridor smoother but less safe for cyclists because vehicle speeds rose and turn lanes consumed space that could have accommodated bike lanes.
Tyler acknowledged the…
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