FAQs

The existing right-of-way along Little Kate Road s limited. There isn’t enough space to safely provide sidewalks on both sides of the street and comfortable bike facilities. After evaluating multiple options, a single 12-foot-wide multi-use path was identified as the safest option within these constraints, providing full separation from traffic. 

The path will be 12 feet wide, allowing approximately 6 feet for each direction of travel, with room for people to pass comfortably. It will function similarly to other multi-use paths in Park City, serving people who are walking, biking, scootering, or using mobility devices. Cyclists who prefer to ride in the street may still do so. 

Shared-use paths can feel busy, especially in neighborhoods with dogs, children, and older adults. However, separating people from vehicle traffic is one of the most effective ways to improve safety. The 12-foot path width provides more room for all users, and the City is committed to supporting courteous use through clear signage, community education, and ongoing coordination with neighbors. These efforts will continue as the path opens and usage patterns develop.  

Speed enforcement is one important tool, but it works best alongside street design that naturally encourages slower speeds. The project focuses on design changes that improve safety every day, not just when enforcement is present. Narrowing travel lanes and separating people from cars are proven ways to reduce speeds and improve safety. 

Little Kate Road was identified in the Park City Bike and Pedestrian Plan as needing a higher-comfort facility. Through community surveys and field observations, residents have shared that many children and adults already ride on the sidewalk because they don’t feel safe in the street. This project responds to those concerns by providing a safer, more comfortable connection to the MARC, schools, and the Park Meadows neighborhood. 

This project leverages significant federal, state, and county funding tied to a citywide bus stop improvement program, including upgrades to transit access. By bundling these pedestrian and bicycle improvements with the bus stop work, the City can deliver safety upgrades now that would otherwise take years to fund and build independently. This approach makes the most of available resources and accelerates a project the community has identified as a priority. 

We value resident input and will continue community engagement through meetings, open houses, and conversations with neighborhood groups. We will be hosting a community-wide meeting about the pathway project on February 24th from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the MARC. Additionally, the project team will be reaching out to each HOA in Park Meadows to offer presentations at their monthly meetings. Your feedback will help guide final decisions about the project design and implementation.