the desIgn 5.2 trAnsPortAtion The Redmond Central Connector will be an integral part of the movement of people through Downtown. Beyond the multi-use trail that is integrated into the Connector itself, there are numerous street crossings of the corridor, numerous streets and pedestrian connections ending at the corridor, and a future light rail transit way paralleling the corridor. These transportation considerations have been integral in the development of this master plan and will be integral to its implementation in both short-term and long-term projects. A multi-use regional trail The Redmond Central Connector includes a multi-use regional trail running its full distance; make it an integral part of Redmond’s Downtown transportation planning, but also an integral part of the region’s regional trail network. In particular, the Downtown Study Area forms a secondary link between the existing Bear Creek Trail, East Lake Sammamish Trail, and Sammamish River Trail. The development of the master plan included preliminary engineering layout of the trail to meet AASHTO and King County regional trail standards between the Sammamish River and Bear Creek. In addition to the preliminary engineering, the master plan has identified phases and strategies for trail development that will realize the trail as an urban trail that will welcome pedestrians, bicyclists, and other users of all abilities. In addition, the master plan identifies strategies for how parallel routes and trails can be used to complement the Redmond Central Connector. A hierarchy of Crossings and Access Points With a total of six existing or planned road crossings over the Connector, and many street ends (public ROWs), service roads (private access roads), and pedestrian connections (sidewalks, trails, and midblock connections), potentially tying into the corridor, it is important to recognize the differing and potential qualities of the streets and access points.
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