This project provides bikeway network improvements and pedestrian intersection improvements as specified in the 2017 Bethesda Downtown Plan.

Design for the Capital Crescent Surface trail will be completed in FY 20 and design on the Woodmont Avenue Cycletrack and Montgomery Lane/Avenue Cycletrack will be completed in FY 20. All three projects will be constructed in FY 20 - FY 22.

The project implements improvements recommended in the Bethesda Downtown Plan (2017). Additionally, it will help the County achieve its non-auto-driver mode share (NADMS) goals and the goals under Vision Zero to reduce roadway crashes with severe injury and death to zero by 2030.

The scope of work was planned and coordinated with local communities, property owners, and the Bethesda Urban Partnership before cost estimates for final design and construction were developed. Costs could be further refined and amended once feasibility is determined during the design process. This project also supports the County Executive's Vision Zero initiative which aims to reduce injuries and fatalities on all roads.

Funding is included for high priority projects only. Acceleration from FY21 to FY20.

A pedestrian impact analysis has been completed for this project.

Bethesda Chevy Chase Regional Services Center, Bethesda Urban Partnership, Montgomery Bicycle Action Group, Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Maryland State Highway Administration, Bethesda CBD Streetscape (CIP #501102), Trails: Hard Surface Design and Construction (CIP #768673), Resurfacing Park Roads - Bridges , Maryland Transit Administration, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, and Capital Crescent Trail (CIP #501316).