Department of Public Works

A Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon (PHB) is a relatively new traffic control device, also known as High-intensity Activated crossWalK (HAWK) which makes it safer to cross busy streets for pedestrians.

The difference between a PHB and a typical traffic signal is that the PHB is dark/inactive until activated by a pedestrian.

LOCATIONS IN FRESNO COMING SOON:

• Bryan Avenue at Acacia Avenue
• Locan Avenue at Cortland Avenue
• Fowler Avenue at the Byrd Avenue alignment

Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon Educational Flyer

Fulton Street Pedestrian Scramble

Watch Time Lapse of Construction

Exhibit:
Map of High Speed Rail through Fresno 

Documents:
Fresno Design Guidelines for High Speed Rail

Links:
California High-Speed Rail Authority

SB1 Interactive Project Map

What is Senate Bill 1 (SB 1)?
On April 28, 2017, SB 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 was signed into law by the Governor and established a newly created “Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account” (RMRA). Funding for SB1 comes from increases in per gallon fuel excise taxes, diesel fuel sales taxes, and vehicle registration fees. RMRA will provide an estimated $54 billion statewide over the next decade to address deferred maintenance needs on both the state highway system and local road systems. RMRA will provide an estimated $1.5 billion annually to cities and counties for maintenance and rehabilitation of local streets and roads. The City of Fresno is projected to receive $3 million in the 2017-18 fiscal year and $8.8 million for the 2018-19 fiscal year.

Upcoming and In-Progress SB1 Projects
Repaving projects & concrete repairs:

Safety improvement projects:

Completed SB1 Projects
Slurry seal:

Repaving projects and concrete repairs:

The calls for the Police Department in the current Southeast Substation have grown significantly over the years, and now the current substation cannot accommodate the number of staff required to respond efficiently and effectively to the calls received.  This project will allow a new larger and more modern Southeast Substation to be built that is more centrally located to the southeast area of Fresno and will provide the required space and amenities for staff to perform their duties more timely and effectively. Tentative start is March 2019 with a project duration of 280 working days.

Proposed map of Fresno Police Department Southeast substation located near Clovis and Kings Canyon

The City approved an On-Bill Financing program with PG&E in the amount of $10,237,062 for the replacement of all remaining high-pressure sodium (HPS) streetlights throughout the City with energy efficient liquid emitting diode (LED) fixtures. This loan is a zero interest loan.

The construction project begins in March 2019 and should complete at the beginning of 2020. The 36,000 streetlights to be replaced will result in estimated annual savings on electrical usage of $1.6 million. For additional questions contact 311.

The Trail Network Expansion Feasibility Plan is the City’s continued effort to identify and develop class I bike trails in accordance with the March 2, 2017, adopted Active Transportation Plan.

The plan will result in concept drawings as well as an analysis identifying where it is possible to construct corridors of the citywide trail network, and which areas have the greatest need. The plan will highlight areas of the trail network which have been looked at for feasibility. The plan will build on past plans relevant to the project areas, and be utilized to apply for future grant funding.

The draft plan comment period was October 23, 2019 – November 12, 2019. A hearing is scheduled on February 13, 2020 for final plans to be reviewed and approved by City Council.

In October 2015, the City of Fresno began construction of recycled water pipelines which will convey recycled water across the City for use at open spaces, parks, street medians, golf courses, cemeteries, and groundwater recharge facilities. The Recycled Water Transmission Mains (RWTMs) will connect to the existing Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility, where the City is constructing a new advanced treatment facility. The treatment process uses micro and membrane technology to clean the water to meet the state and federal standards for non-drinking uses.

RWTMs Fact Sheet
RWTM Letter English
RWTM Letter Spanish
RWTM letter Hmong
Pedestrian Tip Sheet (English)
Pedestrian Tip Sheet (Spanish)
Pedestrian Tip Sheet (Hmong)

On October 10, 2019, Fresno City Council adopted the Complete Streets Policy.

A complete street is a transportation facility that is planned, designed, operated and maintained to provide safe mobility for all users while connecting to a larger transportation network

The City of Fresno recognizes the need for complete streets and will accommodate elements that create a complete street wherever it is feasible. A complete street is a transportation facility that is planned, designed, operated, and maintained to provide safe mobility for all users – including bicyclists, pedestrians, transit vehicles, trucks, and motorists – appropriate to the function and context of the facility while connecting to a larger transportation network. Every complete street looks different, according to its context, community preferences, the types of road users, and their needs. All complete streets are designed to balance safety, access, and mobility for everyone using the street and are necessary to create connected networks citywide.

Complete Streets Policy (PDF)

The below documents represent the Department of Public Works Addendum No. 7 updates to the Standard Drawings and Specifications.  A summary of changes is included within each document.  A public comment period will commence on November 23, 2020, through December 11, 2020.  All comments can be directed to PublicCommentsDPW@fresno.gov.

Standard Drawings Addendum No. 7 Draft
Standard Specifications Addendum No. 7 Draft

What is wayfinding signage?

Wayfinding signs are used in public places to help people find their way to destinations and preferred routes. You may have seen wayfinding signage near popular visitor destinations, in downtown areas, or even in the airport or at the mall. Wayfinding signage is designed to help people safely and conveniently reach their ultimate destination and is especially important for those traveling on foot, by bicycle, or on transit.

Why does signage and wayfinding matter?

Wayfinding signage provides clear, accessible information to all users traveling on Fresno’s trails. Specifically, wayfinding signage:

• Helps visitors and residents become more familiar with options for traveling by transit or bicycle or on foot in Fresno and helps them find the best routes to their destination.
• Indicates preferred routes that are intended for bicycling and walking and are thus more comfortable and convenient.
• Provides supplemental information like mileage and travel time, which is especially helpful to encourage more short trips to be made by foot or bicycle instead of driving.
• Improves safety by alerting drivers to use extra caution around people walking and biking near or along their travel route.

How can I get involved in this project?

Help us design wayfinding signs and determine priority focus areas for new signage on Fresno’s trails by filling out our online survey and participating in a future public meeting!

Take our 10-minute survey

For additional questions or feedback, please reach out to John Honey at John.Honey@fresno.gov or at (559) 621-8651.