Van Dorn Street and Bridges Project - Concept Feedback Form

The City of Alexandria was awarded funding from the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) to design and construct improvements to the South Van Dorn Street bridges to better accommodate people walking and biking. Those improvements are a core part of this project to improve safety, comfort, and connectivity for the users of the planned improvements. This work will also coordinate with nearby projects, including the West End Transitway and planned intersection upgrades at Eisenhower Avenue.
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* 1. How do you usually travel through this area? Select all that apply.

Drive (Car, truck, motorcycle, SUV, or passenger)

Bus (DASH, Metrobus, Fairfax Connector, Shuttle)

Metrorail

Walk

Bicycle, e-bike, or scooter

Wheelchair or other mobility-assist device

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* 2. Why do you typically travel through this area? Select all that apply.

I live or work near the project area.

I travel through this area but do not stop.

I use South Van Dorn Street to access shops or restaurants.

I use South Van Dorn Street to get to nearby parks.

I use South Van Dorn Street to get to nearby schools.

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Space next to South Van Dorn Street is limited, so the design must prioritize how that space is used for people walking, biking, scooting, and accessing transit. Please rank the following options from most preferred (1) to least preferred (4).

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* 4. One design option proposes closing access to Metro Road from northbound Van Dorn Street. This would remove a vehicle turning movement that currently crosses the path of people walking and biking. Metro Road would still be accessible through nearby routes. Which of the following is more important to you?

Maintaining vehicle access to Metro Road from northbound Van Dorn Street.

Maintaining continuous, separated space for people walking and biking.

Finding a balance between maintaining access and improving walking and biking conditions.

I don't have a preference.

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* 5. The bridge over the rail tracks has limited space, and different design options provide different ways to accommodate people walking, biking, and driving. How would you prioritize the following options? Please rank from most preferred (1) to least preferred (3).

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* 6. On South Van Dorn Street between McConnell Avenue and South Pickett Street, space next to the roadway is limited and must accommodate several elements, including a sidewalk, cycle track, landscaping, and a bus shelter. Given these constraints, please rank the following elements from 1 (highest priority) to 3 (lowest priority) for how the remaining space should be used.

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* 7. One design consideration along the corridor is how much space—and what type of space—is used to create a buffer between the roadway and areas for people walking and biking. Increasing separation from the roadway can improve comfort for people walking and biking, but it may reduce the total space available for sidewalks and cycle tracks. See examples below. Which of the following is more important to you.

Maximize the space available for bicyclists and pedestrians.

Maximize separation between the roadway and the bicycle and pedestrian facilities.

Provide a balance between space for users and separation from the roadway.

I don't have a preference.

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* 8. Please share any additional thoughts or feedback you would like us to consider as this project moves forward.

Demographic questions help us understand who we are reaching with community engagement, but these questions are entirely optional.

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* 9. What is your age?

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65+

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* 10. What is your race/ethnicity? Select all that apply.

White or Caucasian

Black or African American

Hispanic or Latino

Asian or Asian American

Native American

Pacific Islander

Another race/ethnicity

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* 11. What is your annual household income?

Under $49,999

$50,000 - $99,999

$100,000 - $149,999

$150,000 - $199,999

Over $200,000

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* 12. What is your home zip code?

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* 13. What is the zip code of your work, school, or volunteer location?

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* 14. Do you currently own or rent your primary residence?

Own

Rent

Other (please specify)

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* 15. How did you hear about this project? Select all that apply.

City announcement

Social media

Local news article

Neighborhood newsletter or announcement

Neighbors, family, or friends

Other (please specify)

Van Dorn Street and Bridges Project - Concept Feedback Form

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* 1. How do you usually travel through this area? Select all that apply.

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* 2. Why do you typically travel through this area? Select all that apply.

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* 3. Space next to South Van Dorn Street is limited, so the design must prioritize how that space is used for people walking, biking, scooting, and accessing transit. Please rank the following options from most preferred (1) to least preferred (4).

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* 5. The bridge over the rail tracks has limited space, and different design options provide different ways to accommodate people walking, biking, and driving. How would you prioritize the following options? Please rank from most preferred (1) to least preferred (3).

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* 8. Please share any additional thoughts or feedback you would like us to consider as this project moves forward.

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* 9. What is your age?

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* 10. What is your race/ethnicity? Select all that apply.

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* 11. What is your annual household income?

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* 12. What is your home zip code?

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* 13. What is the zip code of your work, school, or volunteer location?

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* 14. Do you currently own or rent your primary residence?

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* 15. How did you hear about this project? Select all that apply.

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* 16. Please share your email address if you would like to receive project updates or information.