Jamieson DATE: TIME: Center 5: :31 3. Call to Order Pledge of. Allegiance 5:35 4. Reports. D. Trails Report. Action Items 6: :25 6.

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1 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. B Viera, Florida Telephone: (321) Fax: (321) BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN AND TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA DATE: Monday, July 23, 2018 TIME: 5:30-7:000 p.m. LOCATION: Brevard County Government Center 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Melbourne SPACE COAST ROOM, BUILDING C, 2 N Edyie McCall, Chair ND FLOOR 5: : : : : : :00 8. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Public Comment Comments may not address subsequent Agenda Items. Peoplee wishing to comment on Agenda Items must complete a Speaker Card at the sign-in desk and will be called on when item is discussed. Speakers are limited to three minutes. Reports A. FDOT Report (Michael Ziarnek) B. Education and Safety Report 1) Public Engagement Report (pagee 1) D. Trails Report 1) Trail Funding Update (page 8) 2) Titusville Trail Town E. Staff Report 1) Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plann Update (page 10) 2) Information Sharing (page 22) Action Items A. Approval RE: BPTAC Meeting Minutess (page 24) B. Adopt RE: Community Event Committee/Engagement Plan ( C. Approval RE: Mobility Week Proclamation (page 39) ) Presentations A. WalkWise Florida Presentation Member Comment Adjourn Glossary of Terms (final page) (page 29) Upcoming Meetings: TAC/CAC: September 10, 2018, 9:30 a.m., Spacee Coast Room, Bldg. C, 2 nd Floor TPO Board: September 13, 2018, 1:30 p.m., Spacee Coast Room, Bldg. C 2 rd Floor BPTAC: October 22, 2018, 5:30 p. m., Walking Workshop, Location TBD

2 Public Comment: Comments willl be heard on items that do not appear on the agendaa of this meeting. Public comments are solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Note, however, that state law and administrative rules prevent the TPO from taking any formal action on any item discussed at this time. The BPTAC may schedule such items as regular agenda items and act upon them in the future. The chairman is authorized to limit discussion, as necessary, with each commentary limited to 3 minutes. Any person who desires or decides to appeal any decision made by this agency with respect to any matter considered at thiss meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings. For such purpose, such person may need to insure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, at his own expense, which record includes testimony and evidencee upon which the appeal is to be based. Any questions about this meeting should be directed to Sarah Kraum, (321) or sarah.kraum@brevardfl.gov In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section , Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to participate in this proceeding or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact the Space Coast TPO Office no later than 48 hours prior to the meeting at (321) for assistance. *PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES DURING THE MEETING*

3 ITEM NUMBER 4.B.1 Public Engagement Report Staff Contact for Item Information: Abby Hemenway DISCUSSION: Staff will provide an update on outreach initiatives, events, and partnership developments. REQUESTED ACTION: As desired by the BPTAC ATTACHMENTS: April 2018 Public Engagement Report May 2018 Public Engagement Report June 2018 Public Engagement Report BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 1

4 Public Engagement Report April 2018 School-Based Public Involvement Two schools participated in the Florida Traffic and Bicycle Safety Education Program in April C Helmets Resources Community-Based Public Involvement Events & Presentations West Melbourne Police Dept. Spring Fest BPS North Area Family Resource Night Space Coast Family Health Fair Northrop Grumman Earth Day Event Sarno Rd. Corridor Study Public Workshops Total participants reached: 681 Sarno Rd. Corridor Survey As part of the kick-off charrette three-day public workshops, our consultant for this project launched a survey to gather input from the Melbourne community Responses - 75% of users completed the survey using their mobile devices of China BPTAC - July 23,ideas 2018 on the "Thought Wall" at Attendees share Sarno Rd. Kick-Off Public Workshop. Page # 2activities Atkins Global consultants use hands-on to gather feedback from citizens.

5 Public Engagement Report Digital Media Analytics Organic vs Paid Reach Social Media Platforms Facebook Reach Twitter Impressions YouTube Views Website Sessions New Website Users April Social Impact Organic reach: the number of people who had an unpaid post from your Page enter their screen SCTPO Organic Reach: 64,559 4/1/18-4/30/18 Paid reach: the number of people who had a paid post from your Page enter their screen. Paid Reach: 35,023 4/19/18-4/30/18 News Features 4/12/18 - FL Today, "Engineers racing to design new bridge for aging State Road 405 near Kennedy Space Center" 4/19/18 - FL Today, "Business notes: Humane Society Fundraiser; Space Coast TPO; Prayer Breakfast" 4/20/18 - FL Today, "After 31-year career overseeing Brevard road projects, Bob Kamm hits the road" Deliverables/ Graphics - En Route Newsletter (1) - Press Releases/Briefs (2) - Social Media Graphics (2) - Flyer (1) This post reached 25, 989 people. BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 3 For questions regarding our civil rights adherence policies, please contact Abby Hemenway, Title VI Coordinator, at abby.hemenway@brevardfl.gov or call

6 Public Engagement Report May 2018 School-Based Public Involvement 25 schools participated in Bike to School Day Bike/Ped Safety Presentations (2) Tropical Elementary, Odyssey Charter Merritt Island High School VPK Program - Bike Rodeo 102 Helmets Spessard Holland Elementary students strap on helmets and smiles, ready to celebrate Bike to School Day Resources Community-Based Public Involvement Events & Presentations f China Port St. John Library Bike Rodeo Walk Wise Presentation, Cocoa Beach Rotary Club Safety Presentation - Cub Scouts, Palm Bay Boy Scout Round Table Resource Night 27. Space Coast Center for Independent Living Center Support Group TPO Presentation (2) Bike Safety Presentation, Martin Luther King Jr. Library Bike Rodeo, Cocoa West Summer Camp Total participants reached: 276 Connecting BPTAC - July with 23, 2018 the scout troops help engage Under the supervision of SCTPO staff, Page volunteers # 4 parent advocates and safety champions. coordinate bike rodeo at Port St. John Library.

7 Public Engagement Report Digital Media Analytics Facebook Reach: The number of unique people who have seen any content associated with your page , Social Media Platforms Facebook Reach YouTube Views Social Media Definitions Twitter Impressions Website Sessions New Website Users May Social Impact News Features 5/1/18 - BPS News, "Space Coast TPO, Brevard Public Schools to Celebrate Bike to School Day" Twitter Impression: The number of times users saw the Tweet on Twitter. YouTube Views: YouTube counts a view after a user has watched a video for around 30 seconds SCTPO Website Session: A session is a group of user interactions with our website that take place within a given time frame. Deliverables/ Graphics - En Route Newsletter (3) - Press Releases/Briefs (2) - Social Media Graphics (2) - Flyer (1) 5/1/18 - FL Trend, "Coast to Coast - The crossstate bike/hike trail is now 80% complete" 5/1/18 - TC Palm, "Brightline will pay for some crossing maintenance - but not on the Treasure Coast" 5/3/18 - Brevard County Newsletter, "Bob Kamm Drives Off Into Retirement" 5/11/18 - TC Palm, "Brightline starting Miami service May 19, but no trains through Treasure, Space coasts before 2021" 5/14/18 - FL Today, "Brevard Business notes: Bike seminar; Charity golf event; Business professionals meeting" 5/31/18 - Space Coast Daily, " Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization Presents Bicycle, Pedestrian and Trails Committee Awards" BPTAC - July 23, 2018 our civil rights adherence policies, please contact Abby Hemenway, Title VI Page #5 For questions regarding Coordinator, at abby.hemenway@brevardfl.gov or call

8 Public Engagement Report June 2018 School-Based Public Involvement Harbor City Elementary's Summer Camp Program participated in a bike rodeo, where students learned safety skills and the rules of the road. 50 Helmets 732 Resources C Harbor City Elementary summer camp kids cycle through safety courses during bike rodeo. Community-Based Public Involvement Events & Presentations Community Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Education Training Eau Gallie Public Library Bike Rodeo TIP Open House World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Indian Harbour Montessori Bike Rodeo MLK Library Bike Rodeo West Melbourne Public Library Bike Rodeo Legacy Club Fair Total participants reached: 356 Especially for Children & Indian Harbour Montessori's newly constructed cycle track. of China Community bike/ped BPTAC - July 23, 2018 training participants learned how to host bike rodeos and practiced safety skills. Page # stations 6 TIP Open House attendees visit learning to understand transportation planning processes.

9 Public Engagement Report Digital Media Analytics The TIP Open House was promoted on social media, here are the results: Facebook Reach: 4,600 Facebook event responses: 62 Twitter Impressions: 2, TIP Public Open House Social Media Promo Social Media Platforms Facebook Reach YouTube Views Twitter Impressions Website Sessions New Website Users June Social Impact News Features 6/1/18 - BPS News, "You re Invited! Community Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Education Training" 6/1/18 - Brevard County Newsletter, "Your Voice, Your Brevard: Transportation Planning for the Future" Deliverables/ Graphics - En Route Newsletter (1) - Press Releases/Briefs (2) - Federal Certification Docs(2) - Flyers (2) 6/14/18 - Space Coast Daily, "Melbourne Police Traffic Unit Receives Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization 2018 Enforcement Award" 6/15/18 - Hometown News, "Waterstone project moves forward, neighboring land owners sue city" 6/25/18 - FL Today, "Bob Kamm, former Space Coast TPO executive director, dies at age 66" 6/25/18 - Space Coast Daily, "Robert 'Bob S. Kamm, Space Coast TPO s Former Executive Director, Dead At 66" 6/29/18 - Brevard County Newsletter, "Space Coast TPO Mourns Passing of Former Executive Director, Bob Kamm" BPTAC - July 23, 2018 This message reached over 5,000 people on Facebook and had 4,562 Twitter Impressions. Page # 7 For questions regarding our civil rights adherence policies, please contact Abby Hemenway, Title VI Coordinator, at abby.hemenway@brevardfl.gov or call

10 ITEM 4.D.1 Trail Funding Update Staff Contact for Item Information: Sarah Kraum DISCUSSION: Staff will update the committee on the currently funded trail projects. REQUESTED ACTION: As desired by the BPTAC ATTACHMENTS: Brevard Trail Funding, July 2018 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 8

11 Trail Project Funding in Brevard County FY FY Description FM# FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021 FY 2022 FY 2023 Indian River Ave to W. of Brewer CST Bridge $2,136,640 E. of Brewer Bridge to MINWR CST $405,465 Complete Brewer Causway/Fed. Lands to Atlantic Ocean (Space Coast Trail) Design $4,799,360 Brevard Zoo Trail Phase II Under CST Next Phase? North Merritt Island Pioneer Trail Feasibility Study Parrish Park/Trailhead Project Project deferred* Design CST $250,000 $2,000,000 Complete FY Description FM# FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 Indian River Ave to W. of Brewer Complete Bridge Brewer Causway/Fed. Lands to Atlantic Ocean (Space Coast CST??? As of April 25, 2018 FDOT Tentative Work Program. * Appears in FDOT Tentative Work Program, but it was decided to defer project. BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 9

12 ITEM NUMBER 4.E.1 Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan Update Staff Contact for Item Information: Sarah Kraum DISCUSSION: Staff will provide an update on the Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan Update and share the Themes, Goals, Objectives, and Performance Measures that will guide the plan. REQUESTED ACTION: As desired by the BPTAC ATTACHMENTS: Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan BPTAC Update, July 2018 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 10

13 BPTAC Update July 23, BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 11

14 PROJECT SCHEDULE We Are Here 2 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 12

15 ROLE OF THE BPTAC Continue to serve as an advisory committee on Bicycle/Pedestrian/Trail features in Brevard Be an Advocate of the Project and Support Public Outreach Efforts Attend at least one public meeting Approve/Adopt final plan prior to going before the Board 3 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 13

16 THEMES & GOALS Create a Network Partner with Organizations Empower Generate Awareness Pursue Equity Establish a Well-Connected, Safe, and Comfortable Bicycle and Pedestrian Network Partner to Educate, Enforce, and Engineer Safe Use of Facilities Empower People of All Ages and Abilities to Walk or Ride Bicycle Regularly Increase Awareness of the Network, Safe Practices, and Public Health Benefits Pursue Equitable Distribution of Projects, Programs, and Funding 4 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 14

17 OBJECTIVES & PERFORMANCE MEASURES Objectives Build a Network Connecting Residential Areas to Activity Centers Performance Measures Connect X% or More of Activity Centers to Residential Areas by Year 2024 Create a Network Implement Showcase Trails Network Complete X% or More of Additional Showcase Trails By Year 2024 Continue to Support Local Initiatives Conduct 1 or More Events/Workshops Annually to Support Local Initiatives Establish East Coast Greenway Alignment Finalize Alignment Between All Stakeholders via Resolution By Year 2021 Continue Development of the Regional Trail System Host or Participate in 4 Regional Trail Meetings Annually Encourage 1 or More Projects to Receive/Apply for Funding Annually 5 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 15

18 OBJECTIVES & PERFORMANCE MEASURES Objectives Performance Measures Partner with Organizations Continue to Strengthen Relationships with Various Public Safety Agencies Emphasize Strategies to Reduce Pedestrian and Bicycle Crashes Continue to Partner With Schools Complete 3 or More Safety Programs Annually Encourage to Participate in Meetings, Programs, and Projects Observe a Decreasing Trend Annually with the Long Term Goal of Achieving Vision Zero Establish a program targeting high crash pedestrian/bicycle corridors by 2022 Present 20 or More Classes or Events Annually on Walking and Bicycling to Schools 6 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 16

19 OBJECTIVES & PERFORMANCE MEASURES Empower Objectives Empower Cities, Local Businesses, and Organizations to Support Biking and Walking Continue to Partner with Local Health and Medical Industries to Promote Walking and Bicycling Perform a School Safety Study Performance Measures Conduct 1 or More Events/Activities Annually Partner with 2 or More Local Health Organizations and Medical Industries Annually Conduct 8 or More School Safety Studies and Create a Priority List by Year 2023 Encourage Municipalities to Submit 5 or More 'Safe Routes To School' Projects by Year BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 17

20 OBJECTIVES & PERFORMANCE MEASURES Objectives Performance Measures Generate Awareness Promote the Network Through Maps, Wayfinding, Brochures, and On- Line Resources Continue to Communicate the Goals and Opportunities Through a Series of Presentations to Local Governments Continue to Promote the Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan through Communication Channels Develop a County-Wide Bicycle Network Map by Year 2019 Begin Development of a Wayfinding Plan for the Showcase Trail Network Conduct a Series of Presentations for All Local Governments by Year 2021 Perform/Conduct Bi-Annual Bicycle/Pedestrian Symposiums 8 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 18

21 OBJECTIVES & PERFORMANCE MEASURES Objectives Performance Measures Continue to Partner/Organize Educational Programs in Marginalized or Disadvantaged Communities Conduct 5 or More Programs Annually in Marginalized or Disadvantaged Communities Pursue Equity Improve Access to Transit Stops Coordinate 10 or More Transit Stop Improvements by Year 2024 Prioritize Environmental Justice to Ensure Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Refine Prioritization Methodology by Year 2020 to Include Consideration of Transportation Disadvantaged Communities 9 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 19

22 NEXT STEPS Finalize Goals, Objectives, and Performance Measures Develop and Release the User Survey Continue Work on Task 2 Evaluating Existing Conditions 10 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 20

23 Sarah Kraum Project Manager Space Coast TPO Space Coast TPO 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Bldg. B, Room 105 Melbourne, FL Tel: (321) Travis Hills Project Manager Kittelson & Associates, Inc. Kittelson & Associates Inc. 225 E Robinson Street Suite 355 Orlando, FL Tel: (407) BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 21

24 ITEM NUMBER 4.E.2. Information Sharing Staff Contact for Item information: Lisa Hickman NO DISCUSSION: Information Sharing is for information-only items. No discussion is needed, as it is a straight-forward sharing of information. Clarification questions can be asked. REQUESTED ACTION: None ATTACHMENTS: TPO Action Items BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 22

25 Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Governing Board Actions DISCUSSION: Significant action items considered at the July 12, 2018 SCTPO Board meeting: Acknowledged receipt of FY 18 2 nd Quarterly Report Approved 2019 Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) Project Priorities Approved Resolution 19-01, FY 19 FY 23 Transportation Improvement Program, Via roll call vote Approved Work Order 19-06K, 2045 Long Range Transportation Plan Scope of Services Heard a presentation on Aurora Road Corridor Study Heard a presentation on SR 518 (Eau Gallie Boulevard) Conceptual Design Heard a presentation on SR 519 (Fiske Boulevard) Conceptual Design Heard a presentation on the Draft FY 19 Operating Budget BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 23

26 ITEM NUMBER 5.A. Approval RE: BPTAC Meeting Minutes Staff Contact for Item Information: Lisa Hickman DISCUSSION: Staff has prepared draft minutes for the BPTAC from their meeting conducted on May 21, REQUESTED ACTION: Approve BPTAC meeting minutes from May 21, ATTACHMENTS: Draft BPTAC meeting minutes from May 21, 2018 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 24

27 Page 1 Draft BPTAC May 21, 2018 Minutes Bicycle/Pedestrian & Trails Advisory Committee Brevard County Government Center 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Melbourne, Florida Building C, 2nd Floor, Space Coast Room Meeting Date: Monday, May 21, 2018 DRAFT MEETING MINUTES Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Public Comment 3. Reports A. FDOT Report B. Public Involvement Report C. Bicycle Pedestrian Education Report D. Trails Report E. Staff Report F. Committee Service Recognition Awards 4. Action Items A. Approval RE: BPTAC April 23, 2018 Meeting Minutes B. Approval RE: 2018 Project Priorities C. Adopt RE: Community Event Committee/Engagement Plan 5. Presentations A. East Coast Greenway (Paul Haydt) 6. Member Comment 7. Adjourn BPTAC Committee Members Present: Todd Corwin Dan Gallagher Murray Hann Terry Jordan Angelika Keene Edyie McCall Janet Metz Devin Swanson Drew Thompson Alan Woolwich Others Present: Michael Ziarnek Georganna Gillette Lisa Hickman Sarah Kraum Kim Smith Ginger Twigg Paul Haydt Mark Ryan City of Melbourne Citizen of Rockledge Citizen, South Brevard Space Coast Area Transit UF/IFAS Extension City of Titusville Town of Grant-Valkaria Brevard County Public Works Citizen of Malabar Brevard Co. Housing/Human Services FDOT D5 Liaison Space Coast TPO Staff Space Coast TPO Staff Space Coast TPO Staff Space Coast TPO Staff Revolutions Cyclery East Coast Greenway City of Indiana Harbour Beach Item 1. Call to Order of the Bicycle/Pedestrian and Trails Advisory Committee BPTAC Chair Ms. McCall called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 25

28 Page 2 Draft BPTAC May 21, 2018 Minutes Item 2. Public Comment Ms. Ginger Twigg from Revolutions Cyclery inquired/commented on the following: Thanked Brevard County for cleaning up spilled concrete on the road outside her shop. Ms. Twigg stated it was frustrating to find the correct office to call about the spilled concrete (Brevard county, City or State Road). She stated it is difficult for citizens to call about accidents or road concerns because you need to know who maintains the road. She requested a central line to call for help. Item 3A. FDOT Report Mr. Mike Ziarnek, FDOT Bike/Ped Liaison shared the resource guide A Resident s Guide for Creating Safer Communities for Walking and Biking. Item 3B. Public Involvement Report No Report Item 3C. Bicycle Pedestrian Education Report Ms. Smith reported on Bike to School Day and Community Bike Safety Training on June 6, Item 3D. Trails Report Item 3.D.1 St. John s River to Sea Loop Ms. Kraum reported the St. John s River to Sea logo has been officially chosen and is included in your agenda package. Item 3.E. Staff Report Item 3.E BPTAC Goals Update Ms. Kraum gave a brief update on the 2018 BPTAC Goals and stated the participation in a Bike/Ped/Trails Mobility Plan Workshop has been postponed to Jan or February The updated schedule is in the Agenda Package. Item 3.E.2 SCTPO Annual Open House Space Cost TPO will be hosting its Annual Open House on Monday, June 11, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Brevard County Government Center. Item 3.E.3 Meeting Calendar Update Ms. Kraum stated the SCTPO Staff has added an additional BPTAC meeting which will be an on-site walking workshop to be held October 22, 2018 and the location is to be determined. Item 3.F. Committee Service Recognition Awards Ms. Gillette presented the following awards: Perfect Attendance in 2017 Dan Gallagher, Rockledge Murray Hann, Malabar Janet Metz, Grant-Valkaria Carl Kaiserman, Melbourne BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 26

29 Page 3 Draft BPTAC May 21, 2018 Minutes Service Award Todd Corwin, City of Melbourne Dan Gallagher, Rockledge Murray Hann, Malabar Janet Metz, Grant-Valkaria Item 4A. Approval RE: BPTAC Meeting Minutes Motion by Mr. Swanson, second by Mr. Gallagher, to approve the April 23, 2018 meeting minutes. Hearing no objections the motion passed unanimously. Item 4B. Approval RE: 2018 Project Priorities Ms. Kraum presented the 2018 Project Priorities for recommendations and approval. Transportation Alternatives (Bicycle/Pedestrian Improvement) 1. A1A (SR 520/International Dr.) 2. A1A (One Way Pairs/Marion Lane) 3. A1A Sidewalk (Indian Harbour Beach) 4. A1A (Pineda CSWY/N. PAFB) 5. John Rhodes Blvd. Sidewalk 6. Melbourne Southwest Trail System 7. Pineda St. Sidewalk 8. US 1 Sidewalk (Kirkland to RJ Conlan) 9. US 1 Sidewalk (Gran Ave to Port Malabar) 10. M-1 Canal Trail 11. Cross City Trail 12. Port St. Jonn Mobility Study Motion by Mr. Hann, second by Mr. Corwin, to approve the 2018 Project Priorities-Transportation Alternatives as ranked. Hearing no objections the motion passed unanimously. Regional Trails (SUN Trails) 1. Space Coast Trail 2. N. MI. Pioneer Trail Feasibility Study 3. East Coast Greenway/US1 4. Indian River Linear Trail 5. Eau Gallie Causeway Trail Motion by Mr. Woolwich, second by Ms. Metz, to approve the 2018 Project Priorities-Regional Trail ranked as follows: 1,3,4,5 and 2. Hearing no objections the motion passed unanimously. Motion by Mr. Hann, second by Mr. Woolwich, to direct Federal funding towards the Transportation Alternatives, not including the state roads starting with rank #6. Hearing no objections the motion passed unanimously. Item 4C. Adopt RE: Community Event Committee/Engagement Plan Due to time constraints this item will be presented at the next meeting. Item 5A. East Coast Greenway Mr. Paul Haydt, Florida Coordinator, East Coast Greenway Alliance gave a brief update on the East Coast Greenway. BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 27

30 Page 4 Draft BPTAC May 21, 2018 Minutes Item 6. Member Comment Mr. Thompson suggested a Brevard County Trail Map that is color coded or has graphics to show the current trails, planned trails, and show how the trails are connected. Mr. Hann suggested the TPO take on the project of branding the Brevard County Showcase Trails. Adjourn Hearing no further discussion, Ms. McCall adjourned the meeting at 7:00 p.m. BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 28

31 ITEM NUMBER 5.B. Adopt RE: Community Event Committee/Engagement Plan Staff Contact for Item Information: Sarah Kraum DISCUSSION: The Bicycle/Pedestrian/Trails Advisory Committee (BPTAC) formed a Community Event Committee (CEC) on January 22, The purpose of the committee is to plan how the BPTAC will accomplish its 2018 goal to participate in a bicycle/pedestrian/trails/safety community event. The Community Event Committee met on April 19, From that meeting a 2018 BPTAC Community Engagement Plan was created. REQUESTED ACTION: Adoption of the 2018 BPTAC Community Engagement Plan ATTACHMENTS: 2018 Community Engagement Plan Presentation Slides BPTAC Community Event Committee Plan 2018 BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 29

32 2018 BPTAC Community Engagement Plan BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 30

33 Community Engagement Committee Formed January 22, 2018 Met April 19, 2018 Came up with 4 Strategies and 1 new goal BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 31

34 Strategy 1: Support SCTPO Bicycle/Pedestrian/Trails/Safety Events Support various activities and events the SCTPO staff is participating in Examples: bike rodeos, outreach/tabling events, trunk-or-treats, etc. Calendar of upcoming events and sign ups BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 32

35 Strategy 2: Mobility Week Challenge Participate in Mobility Week by using a different mode of transportation Take a picture to show your mode! BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 33

36 Strategy 3: Social Media Support SCTPO through social media engagement Twitter Facebook - BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 34

37 Strategy 4: Walkwise Encourage bicycle/pedestrian education in your community Provide staff with suggested audiences and contacts BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 35

38 Seeking adoption of the 2018 BPTAC Community Engagement Plan BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 36

39 2018 BPTAC Community Engagement Plan The Bicycle/Pedestrian/Trails Advisory Committee (BPTAC) formed a Community Event Committee (CEC) on January 22, The purpose of the committee is to plan how the BPTAC will accomplish its 2018 goal to participate in a bicycle/ pedestrian/trails/safety community event. The Community Event Committee met on April 19, 2018, and established the following tactics: Strategy # 1 Support SCTPO Bicycle/Pedestrian/Trails/Safety Events Support events and activities that SCTPO staff is already participating in. These events and activities include bike rodeos, outreach/tabling events, trunk-or-treats, etc. Staff will provide a calendar of upcoming events and sign ups. Mobility Week Challenge Strategy # 2 Mobility Week is an initiative that FDOT D5 holds every year around the last week of October, to educate the public on modal options, encourage the use of different modes, and promote safety. The BPTAC is challenged to participate by using a different mode of transportation to commute or run an errand during this week and take a picture of it to show their participation Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. B, Viera, FL BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 37

40 Strategy # 3 Social Media Support SCTPO through social media engagement. Share posts and events, comment, like, etc. Find SCTPO on and Facebook, facebook.com/sctpo. Strategy # 4 Walkwise Help SCTPO continue the use of its WalkWise program and encourage bicycle/pedestrian education in your community by providing staff with suggestions and contacts for facilitating a WalkWise presentation. Calendars and reminders of upcoming events and initiatives will be provided in a report during the BPTAC meetings. This document currently serves as the Community Engagement Plan for the BPTAC until amended by the BPTAC based on a change in goals or if requested by the committee. Pending adoption Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Bldg. B, Viera, FL BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 38

41 ITEM NUMBER 5.C. Approval RE: Mobility Week Proclamation Staff Contact for Item Information: Abby Hemenway DISCUSSION: Staff will update the committee on the upcoming FDOT Mobility Week, planned events, and request the approval of a proclamation to be presented to the TPO Board in September. REQUESTED ACTION: Approval of the Mobility Week Proclamation ATTACHMENTS: 2018 Mobility Week Draft List of Events, Attachment A 2018 Mobility Week Proclamation, Attachment B BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Page # 39

42 DRAFT Mobility Week Events #MobilityWeekCFL #321MobilityWeek #321Transit #321TPO Date Time Event Location Coordinator Sunday Oct 28 Monday Oct 29 Tuesday Oct 30 11:00 AM 4:00 PM 8:45 10:15 AM TBD Space Coast Halloween Fest Join the Space Coast TPO in attending Sunshine Family Expo s second annual Halloween Fest. This community event includes free admission and activities such as face painting, bounce houses, photo booth, balloon animals, crafts, obstacle courses, stage demos, and fun activity zones. Ride with Jim Share coffee & conversation with the people who help shape Brevard's Transit System! Seating is limited and registration is required. Log on to 321Transit.com/RideWithJim Bus Stop Pop Up Events Join Space Coast Area Transit and the Space Coast TPO as they pop up at area bus stops, thanking bus riders with giveaways and safety information. Melbourne Auditorium 625 Hibiscus Blvd. E Melbourne, FL 3290 Pre-registered attendees will board a bus at the Merritt Square Mall (Sears) Transit Stop, 777 E. Merritt Island Cswy., Merrit Island, and head to Bagel 13 in Cocoa Beach, to talk transit over coffee and a bagel! TBD Sunshine Family Expos events@sunshinefamilyexpos.com Space Coast Area Transit Space Coast Area Transit Space Coast TPO Wednesday Oct 31 Thursday Nov 1 TBD All day Bus Stop Pop Up Events Join Space Coast Area Transit and the Space Coast TPO as they pop up at area bus stops, thanking bus riders with giveaways and safety information. Try Transit Thursday Ride the bus for free by showing the 321Transit app on a mobile device! To download the app, search 321Transit at the itunes app store or Google Play! TBD All Space Coast Area Transit buses in Brevard County Space Coast Area Transit Space Coast TPO Space Coast Area Transit BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Item 5.C, Attachment A Page # 40

43 DRAFT Mobility Week Events #MobilityWeekCFL #321MobilityWeek #321Transit #321TPO Friday Nov 2 All day 321Transit.com Space Coast Area Transit Friday Nov 2 Saturday Nov 3 6:00 10:00 PM City of Cape Canaveral Friday Fest Join the Space Coast TPO in celebrating Mobility Week with the City of Cape Canaveral. Free admission to Friday Fest where attendees can enjoy Craft and Retail Vendors Food Trucks Bounce Houses Live music Taylor Ave Cape Canaveral, FL City of Cape Canaveral Contact: Rebeka McLain (r.mclain@cityofcapecanaveral.org) All week long, log your trips to earn points, badges and prizes when you mix up your commute options! Log on to Space Coast Area Transit unveils their New ADA Accessible Website at 321Transit.com! (can move this event to any day) BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Item 5.C, Attachment A Page # 41

44 PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, Mobility Week is a cooperative effort by the Florida Department of Transportation and its partner agencies to promote awareness of safe multimodal transportation choices by hosting an annual collection of outreach events; and WHEREAS, Mobility Week is an ideal time for counties, cities and transportation agencies to highlight transportation achievements, roll out new initiatives and/or implement new policies; and WHEREAS, Mobility Week is also an opportunity for individuals to explore the various transportation choices available to them and think about how multimodal transportation reduces traffic congestion, benefits the environment, and improves community health; and WHEREAS, Mobility Week is consistent with Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization s key priorities of promoting travel alternatives and encouraging pedestrian and bicycle safety. Likewise, the week-long celebration is also consistent with Space Coast Area Transit s key priorities of providing quality transportation services that meet the needs of the public and enhance the quality of life of the community; and WHEREAS, the Space Coast TPO and Space Coast Area Transit support Mobility Week by hosting/participating in transportation events, such as: 10/22/18 BPTAC Walking Workshop 10/28/18 Space Coast Halloween Fest 10/29/18 Senior Stroll: A Walk on the Wild Side 10/29/18 Ride with Jim (Merritt Island/Cocoa Beach) 10/30/18 10/31/ Transit Bus Stop Pop Up Events 11/1/18 Try Transit Thursday 11/2/18 City of Cape Canaveral Friday Fest NOW, THEREFORE, the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization and Space Coast Area Transit, hereby do proclaim the week of October 27 - November 3, 2018, as Mobility Week in Brevard County. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto have set my hand and caused the Seal of the Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization to be affixed this October 11, SPACE COAST TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION KATHY MEEHAN, CHAIR BPTAC - July 23, 2018 Item 5.C, Attachment B Page # 42