This DIG will be all about discussing current Transportation Planning efforts in Des Moines that are identifying opportunities to enhance transportation modes for pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users. Included will be a description of the E. Grand Avenue Pilot Project that is being developed to convert 7 blocks of E Grand Avenue into a multi-modal corridor encompassing shorter pedestrian crossings, enhanced transit stops, protected bike lanes, and narrower / fewer traffic lanes to slow vehicular traffic.
Presenter will be Brian Willham, Senior Traffic Engineer, City of Des Moines