PART ONE
Potential rack locations. These are primarily situated near the perimeter of campus, are highly visible, and could installed in the near future.
PART TWO
Further ideas for future rack locations, located more centrally on campus, to be considered when more recommendations from the SFSU Master Plan have been implemented.
PART THREE
Locations for racks suggested by Phil Evans, SFSU Grounds Manager, mainly located on the perimeter of campus.
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PART ONE
Potential rack locations
These are primarily situated near the perimeter of campus, are highly visible, and could installed in the near future
1.1. This map shows where bikes tend to be stored when on campus. Red dots show the location of bike racks and how much those racks are used and blue dots show where bikes are being chained to 'non-racks' (railings, etc.). The map shows cyclists prefer to keep their bikes in the south-west part of campus, the area least served by bicycle racks.
PART ONE
Potential rack locations
These are primarily situated near the perimeter of campus, are highly visible, and could installed in the near future
1.1. This map shows where bikes tend to be stored when on campus. Red dots show the location of bike racks and how much those racks are used and blue dots show where bikes are being chained to 'non-racks' (railings, etc.). The map shows cyclists prefer to keep their bikes in the south-west part of campus, the area least served by bicycle racks.
1.2. Based on this research, the arrows in this map show where racks would best cater for cyclists' preferences. The recommendations in Part 1 are based on these arrows.
2. The path into central campus from 19th Avenue and Holloway is the main entrance for students, and cyclists. To cater for cyclists and attract new riders, a 'billboard' approach would be most effective: everybody should have seen at least one bike rack by the time they reach their destination. This is not currently the case.
3. The entrance to HSS closest to 19th Avenue is frequently fronted by bikes chained to the railings. Ideally, racks nearby would alleviate this. However, there is no obvious location in this area that would be appropriate. Nonetheless, Phil Evans, SFSU Grounds Manager, has suggested a place nearby (see Part 2).
4.1. The next entrance down to HSS is frequently surrounded by bikes chained to railings (although not in this picture), as many as 6 or so. Racks nearby would obviate the need for bikes to be chained to railings, which cyclists prefer not to do as this is an accessibility and safety hazzard.
4.2. However, immediately to the left of the above entrance is this area, cleared after a fallen tree was removed. This position would be a perfect size and location for racks and would be highly visible.
5.1. The Library is an obvious site of need for racks and there are many potential places in front of the building; for example, the sheltered area to the right of the Library entrance. Although there are other candidates close by, a rack located in this picture would fulfill the 'billboard' function, outlined above.
5.2. To the side of the Library, facing the Administration building, is an area in front of hedges. This would be a highly visible and convenient location for racks.
6.1. There is a clear need to alleviate railing-use in front of the Fine Arts Building.
6.2. This unpaved area in front of the Fine Arts building is a potential location to partially solve the above problem.
7.1. The wheelchair ramp leading to the lower entrance of the Fine Arts building (to the Coppolla Theater) is often lined with bicycles.
7.2. There is one rack, which is almost always full, next to this entrance. Therefore, there is need for another rack close by.
7.3. Opposite the above rack is this area, a highly suitable location for another rack.
8.1. Centennial Way is a very popular bike storage site.
8.2. Racks are in this area but provide insufficient capacity, therefore more racks need to be installed. Phil Evans has agreed to this.
8.3. Over 20 bicycles are regularly chained to the railings outside the Humanities building. Warnings that bicycles chained to these railings may be removed are present but ignored because of a lack of racks in the area.
8.4. This area, located next to the long path leading to the Humanities building entrance, is a strong candidate for racks.
9. Racks are located, and used, outside the Gym. However, these racks are dilapidated and need replacing.
10.1. There are many bike racks outside Hensill Hall but, as with the Gym, the racks are in dire need of replacement. Phil Evans has agreed to this.
10.2. These racks are the other side of the flower bed and also need replacing.
10.3. The railings on the long path from Hensill Hall to 19th Avenue is often used for bike storage. Bikes can number 10 or more along these railings.
10.4. Some racks placed within this picture, closer to 19th Avenue, are recommended, owing to the number of bikes chained on the railings here.---------------------------------------------------
PART TWO
Further ideas for future rack locations, located more centrally on campus, to be considered when more recommendations from the SFSU Master Plan have been implemented.
1.1. Another area where many bikes are frequently scattered around, chained to railings etc., is the courtyard area between the HSS and Business buildings.
1.2. This area has many strong potential locations for racks, including this one, sited next to steps going up into the main courtyard.
2.1. The railings in front of the Student Bookstore is very popular for chaining bikes.
2.2. And this area has space for racks to be installed.---------------------------------------------------
PART THREE
Locations for racks suggested by Phil Evans, SFSU Grounds Manager, mainly located on the perimeter of campus
1.1. Phil's suggestion for a rack site close to 19th Avenue and Holloway is at the back of the grassy area opposite the top HSS building entrance.
1.2. This zoomed-in photo further illustrates this idea. Ground-level ivy would be replaced with a row of racks. The overall merit of this idea is difficult to judge. On one hand, the site would be close to the most popular entrance to campus and fairly visible. On the other hand, cyclists might feel this to be an unsafe area to leave their bicycles and the area might not be deemed sufficiently visible. On balance, racks in this area need to be situated more closely to the main path heading into campus.
2. This area, situated outside the Holloway entrance to the Administration building, lacks visibility and is not close to an entrance used by many students.
3. Located between the Library and Administration buildings, the area on the right, currently occupied by bushes, could be used for a large number of bike racks. Conveniently located, visible, and with a high potential capacity, this location could be an excellent choice for new racks.
4. Phil suggests racks could be placed behind the Franciscan building, next to the Creative Arts building. This would be visible from Holloway Avenue but would only be useful for a year (the building is to be demolished) and might still not be obvious or convenient enough for cyclists.
5. This woodchipped area at the back of the Creative Arts building is close to Holloway Avenue and is raised. Thus it would raise safety and theft concerns.
6. On the side of Tapia Drive, racks could be positioned here, replacing the plants on the left. This is a valid suggestion, although, as it would require landscaping, this area might be saved to see if it was still necessary after racks elsewhere were sufficient.
7.1. Racks could be located to the left of this path leading west from the back of the Humanities building.
7.2. This closer view shows exactly where the racks could go. The path is certainly wide enough but lacks visibility and convenience.
7.3. The under-used rack close by also illustrates that the location in 7.2. would not be suitable.