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City of Roseville Pathway Master Plan 5. POLICIES AND STANDARDS The policies (bold) and standards were developed to guide the City in the development of Roseville's pathway network. They are detailed statements that aid in the resolution of the previously defined pathway issues. The intent of this section is to define the minimum standards for pathway facilities in Roseville. In certain instances it may be necessary to increase the standards in order to provide a safe and efficient facility for the community. Standards that were left undefined in this document are defined by MNDOT pathway guidelines. The various types of pathways include, but may not be limited to the following: Bicycle Lane: A portion of a roadway designed for exclusive use by people using bicycles. Bike lanes are distinguished from the portion of the roadway used for motor vehicle traffic by physical barrier or striping and pavement markings. The widths of these lanes vary between 5-10 feet, depending on speed and Average Daily Traffic on the road. Shared Lane: Any roadway upon which a bicycle lane is not designated and which may be legally used by bicycles whether or not such facility is specifically designated as a bikeway. The standard driving lane is to be shared between vehicles and light traffic. Wide Outside Lane: Any roadway upon which a bicycle lane is not designated and which may be legally used by bicycles whether or not such facility is specifically designated as a bikeway. A widened outside driving lane, 14 feet or greater, is to be shared between vehicles and bicycles. Trail: An off -road pathway that is 8-12 feet wide that is generally shared use, designed for the use of bicycles, in -line skaters and pedestrians. Sidewalk: An off -road pathway that is 6-8 feet wide that is generally designed for pedestrian use, although state law does allow the use of bicycles on these facilities outside of defined business districts. Striped Shoulder: A portion at the edge of a paved road surface that is contiguous with the road surface and separated by striping at least 4 feet wide. LOCATION 1) Inventory and acquire rights -of -way that have become available. a) Where possible use available rights -of -way first. b) Use shared rights -of -way second. c) Purchase private rights -of -way last. d) Sharing pathway rights -of -way with underground utilities will be allowed as long as there is no interference with the function of the pathway. 2) Provide pathway facilities along all roads. Page 21