COMPASS has identified six tasks to meet the goals of SPEARS, outlined below. The proposer must provide relevant examples of previous work and a detailed description of how they will meet each task. Update the regional GIS traffic signals inventory to identify where LPI and APS have already been implemented and update owner/operator information, as needed. Create an inventory of additional operational improvements made to signalized intersections to support vulnerable road users. Perform a data-driven analysis to identify the highest risk/priority intersections and corridors for implementing LPI, APS, and other operational improvements to vulnerable road user safety. Identify necessary infrastructure upgrades to support LPI and APS. Note: In 2023 the Ada County Highway District performed an analysis of signalized intersections with pedestrian phases to identify infrastructure repairs or upgrades necessary to implement LPI/APS. This information will be made available. Identify, evaluate, and quantify the impacts that LPI and other recommended operational improvements may have on congestion, reliability, and safety at high volume intersections. Identify operational scenarios where LPI may not be feasible or provide desired safety outcomes. Recommend additional location-specific operational improvements (e.g., no right on red, extended walk times, lighting, other signal timing or operations modifications) to improve pedestrian safety at the highest risk signalized intersections. Develop a phased approach for deployment of LPI, APS, and other recommended improvements that prioritizes high-risk locations while considering fiscal and political constraints, funding sources, feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and existing capital improvement plans and processes. Engage with regional stakeholders to ensure the deployment plan reflects the needs and priorities of the local jurisdiction and community.
