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Other Reference Information <br />(1) Application of Pedestrian Crossing Treatments for Streets and Highways, NCHRP, 2016. https://www.nap. <br />edu/catalog/24634/application-of-pedestrian-crossing-treatments-for-streets-and-highways (2) Development <br />of Crash Modification Factors for Uncontrolled Pedestrian Crossing Treatments, NCHRP, 2017. https://www. <br />nap.edu/catalog/24627/development-of-crash-modifcation-factors-for-uncontrolled-pedestrian-crossing- <br />treatments (3) Evaluation of Pedestrian-Related Roadway Measures, Pedestrian and Bicycle Information <br />Center, 2014. http://www.pedbikeinfo.org/cms/downloads/PedestrianLitReview_April2014.pdf <br />A curb extension is a traffic calming measure that widens the <br />sidewalk for a short distance to enhance the pedestrian crossing. <br />This reduces the crossing distance and allows pedestrians and <br />drivers to see each other when parked vehicles would otherwise <br />block visibility. Paint and plastic curb extensions are a low-cost/ <br />quick-build option. <br />Cost $$ <br />Low Cost / Quick Build alternative available <br />LRSM ID NS21PB <br />PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES <br />Increase <br />Attentiveness <br />and Awareness <br />SAFE SYSTEM HIERARCHY <br />Reduce Vehicle <br />Speeds <br />Curb Extensions <br />Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 <br />Other Reference Information <br />Audible Push Button Upgrade and Extended Time Pushbutton: FHWA Pedestrian Safety Guide and Countermeasure <br />Selection System. http://www.pedbikesafe.org/PEDSAFE/countermeasures_detail.cfm?CM_NUM=52 <br />A push button that can be pressed to request extra time for <br />using the crosswalk, beyond the standard crossing time. Ideal <br />near senior-serving land uses. <br />Cost $ <br /> <br />PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES <br />Manage Conflicts <br />in Time <br />SAFE SYSTEM HIERARCHY <br />Extend Time Push Button <br />Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 <br />Curb Extensions Extend Time Push Button <br />31Kittitas County | Snoqualmie Pass Comprehensive Safety Plan | Appendix J: Countermeasures Toolbox