Meeting called to order at 4:01 p.m., by Chair Mr. Gary Thomas Members Present Mr. Gary Thomas, Mr. Dave Martinez, Mr. Robert Massaro, Ms. Jody Van Curen, Mr. Dan Hill and Ms. Joan Shaffer Members Absent Ms. Irene Fortune City Staff Present Mr. Keith Reester, Mr. Dave Klockeman, Mr. Justin Stone, Mr. Frank Hempen and Ms. Jodi Lessman Guest Presenters Mr. Aaron Fodge, MPO and Shawn Monk, MPO Citizens Present None Mr. Thomas acknowledged the passing of TAB Member Jimmie Johnson over the weekend. Approve January 09, 2012 Meeting Record A motion was made to approve the minutes by Mr. Massaro and seconded by Mr. Hill, all approved. Council Report Ms. Shaffer had a schedule conflict and left early she asked Mr. Reester to give the group an overview of the Council Advance. Mr. Reester said the goal of the Advance was for Council to set what they felt was most important. The items related to Public Works were continuation of the Transportation Master Plan (TMP), long term street maintenance funding, and corridor master planning. Corridor planning includes the land use, transportation and utility planning as well as economic development; this will be a collaborative effort among the departments. Economic development in and around the airport was also discussed how do we take advantage of this asset. Regular Agenda Item Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Bike and Pedestrian Plan Mr. Aaron Fodge, Transportation Planner with the MPO presented the group with a presentation (see attached) on the Regional Bike Plan. The plan is in the first stage of the process and the MPO will be seeking comments and feedback from all regional boards and councils. Mr. Fodge gave a brief overview of the plan. The plan is a federal requirement and a component of the 2035 Regional Transportation Plan. Mr. Fodge reiterated that the local plan is the overarching plan for that community. He gave a brief look at the public improvement process outlined and said that each community can reference this plan in grant applications, such as the Safe Routes to School. /S/ Gary Thomas, Chair City of Loveland Transportation Advisory Board February 6, 2012 Meeting Record Page 1 of 4
It can also be referenced on the calls for projects. Mr. Fodge explained the list of inventory is both on-system, including bike lanes on streets, and off-system, meaning bike trails or routes not on roadways. He suggested that river and railroad corridors be looked at by the local community as potential bike/pedestrian routes. The MPO is seeking guidance and just gathering input at this stage. The first question asked was how a regional bike plan would serve Loveland. The board discussed connectivity within the region and how each municipality might handle that. There are two sets of customers, those that are recreational bicyclists and those that commute. Second question where are the possible destinations for citizens in Loveland. Fort Collins, the Poudre Trail, Carter Lake and Boyd Lake were answers given by the board. Third question related to possible routes. The Big Thompson corridor stood out. Mr. Reester said that this should be reviewed by Loveland, Larimer and Johnstown as all three have open space along that corridor. Mr. Hill asked if we ve overlaid the bus system on the bike path. Mr. Stone said yes, staff has done that analysis. Mr. Martinez asked if County Road 11 which is parallel to Highway 287 is considered an existing bike route. Mr. Monk said no, it is not signed as such. Ms. Van Curen asked about a route near Trilby that follows the railroad she felt this would be good to have the trail removed from the highway since the traffic speed is higher. Question four was regarding public involvement expectations. Staff suggested we include the MPO at the City of Loveland Bike and Pedestrian Plan Open House that will occur on March 15 th. Mr. Thomas said holding a meeting somewhere in between might make it feel more like neutral ground and may get more participation. He also suggested that the City of Fort Collins and Loveland Transportation Advisory Boards host a joint workshop with the MPO. Mr. Hill asked if there was a correlation between bus and bike riders. Mr. Reester said yes there is. The board discussed the availability of bike racks on the buses. Ms. Van Curen asked if riders would leave the bike at the transit center if racks were available. Mr. Reester said perhaps, some need it to reach their final destination. Staff is looking at adding more secure bike facilities with the new Transit Center. The board discussed the data collection and Ms. Van Curen asked why the Hispanic population is singled out. Mr. Fodge said it is a requirement, this is the most predominate minority in the region. Mr. Reester said the City must do this as well as part of Job Access Revers Commute (JARC) program funding, and must include minorities, poverty levels and the elderly. All this information is tracked in the census. Regular Agenda Item City of Loveland Bike and Pedestrian Plan Update See attached presentation. City of Loveland Transportation Advisory Board February 6, 2012 Meeting Record Page 2 of 4
Mr. Stone gave a brief update on why the plan is being created. Staff looked at the current system to identify gaps and the plan addresses the connectivity between the old and new areas of the City. He reviewed the steering committee list and described the level of public input. The next steps will be to reach out to the Planning Commission, Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and eventually City Council. Mr. Hempen said staff hopes to have this completed by mid-year as it will dovetail into the TMP update. Mr. Reester explained that the TMP is the overarching plan, with sub plans that target transit, intelligent traffic systems and bike and pedestrian. These plans are shorter term with more detail to help with planning. Mr. Thomas asked what staff heard from citizens that they didn t expect. Mr. Stone said there really were no surprises, just affirming what was suspected. The board discussed the 3% or 4% of commuters that use a bike in the community and the element of safety that citizens need to feel to commute by bike. Mr. Stone said that was voiced in the workshops. Mr. Massaro asked if there was any data on whom or how many might ride if good routes existed. Mr. Reester said that is hard data to collect, but trying to get it through the workshops. The Safe Routes to School team asked this question in their surveys and found it has nothing to do with the children, but how the parents feel. Mr. Klockeman added the surveys come back with the best intensions but not reality. The question was asked if bikes are counted on the traffic tubes. The answer is no, they are not heavy enough to trigger the counter. Mr. Thomas said that number of riders is important when funding is discussed. Staff Reports Mr. Reester snow removal is running normal, much like a March snow storm, but nothing out of the ordinary for crews. Next month CanDo will give a presentation to the board. The organization works through providers in the community to help families and individuals make healthy choices. Mr. Reester also announced that the department won three awards from the American Public Works Association. One for our Fleet division on operator training, one in Stormwater for the Wernimont Pond project and Project Engineering won project of the year for the I-25/34 Interchange project. Board Reports Mr. Hill was pleased that he made it all the way from Wilson to the Outlets without stopping at a traffic light. Mr. Thomas said he sent the board accomplishments for 2011 out for review; please send any comments to him in the next couple of days. Adjournment meeting adjourned at 5:31 p.m. Next Meeting City of Loveland Transportation Advisory Board February 6, 2012 Meeting Record Page 3 of 4
The next TAB meeting will take place at 4:00 pm on Monday; March 5th, 2012, at the Maintenance Operations Center Building located at 150 W. 5th Street, Loveland, CO 80537. City of Loveland Transportation Advisory Board February 6, 2012 Meeting Record Page 4 of 4
Work Session Regional Bicycle Plan City of Loveland Transportation Board Tuesday, February 07, 2012
Desired Outcomes of Dialogue 1. Introduction to Regional Bicycle Plan 2. Inventory 3. Questions: Guidance for the Plan
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Introduction to Regional Bicycle Plan
The Regional Bicycle Plan Federal-requirement for the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP 2040) Project approved by NFRMPO Council in 2011 Work Program
Plan Components Inventory Regional Enhancements Regional Design Guidelines Regional Program Goals
Committees Technical Advisory Committee Member government staff Citizens Advisory Group Bicycle enthusiasts (clubs, shops, nonprofits) Assist with public engagement
Public Involvement Purpose: Seek guidance for recommended outcomes Work sessions Mail survey of residents (1,600 sample) Phone inventory largest businesses Charettes in each member community
Benefit to Member Governments A Comprehensive Plan supports: Grant Applications Safe Routes to School GOCO Call for Projects Apply to improve deficiency Include enhancement on project submittal
Inventory of NFRMPO Communities
On-System (Bike Lanes)
Off-System (Bike Trails) Photo Source: http://www.poudretrail.org/gallery.php
Supporting Infrastructure
Supporting Policies Bike Facility Standards Marking / Signage / Width ADA Accessibility Complete Streets Policy Bike Requirements Roadway expansion/resurfacing Development /redevelopment Snow Plowing Policy
Your Guidance Sought
Question 1 How can the Regional Bicycle Plan serve your community?
Question 2 Possible destinations? How would you like the plan to depict it?
Question 3 Routes to investigate (on-system/offsystem) How would you like the plan to depict it?
Question 4 What are your expectations for public involvement in your community for this plan?
City of Loveland Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Transportation Advisory Board February 6, 2012 1 1
Why We Are Doing a Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Providing Choice for those that Cannot Drive Latent Demand Benefits to the Individual and Family Ideal Climate/Topography and Geographic Region Quality of Life 2
What Questions Does the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Answer? How complete is the current bicycle and pedestrian system? Where do bicyclists and pedestrian want to go? What are the recommended bicycle and pedestrian improvements for the City of Loveland? How do you prioritize projects? 3
Plan Objectives Provide and maintain a safe and effective bicycle and pedestrian system to be able to chose to bike or walk as a means of travel, attaining health, and quality of life. Fill in the missing bicycle and pedestrian segments and intersection crossings to reach their destinations. Instill bicycle and pedestrian safety, awareness and encouragement through education programs for all levels and abilities Develop a sustainable and reliable source of bicycling and pedestrian funding 4
Plan Input Three Rounds of Public Input 1. Issues and Needs 2. Plan Alternatives 3. Draft Plan Steering Committee Transportation Advisory Board Planning Commission Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission Disabilities Advisory Commission Senior Advisory Board Youth Advisory Commission School District Bike Club Bicycle Shop Business Pedestrian Advocate Citizen 5
What s Next - Calendar Final Plan Open House 3/15/2012 Transportation Advisory Board 4/2/2012 Planning Commission 4/9/2012 Parks & Rec Advisory Commission 4/12/2012 City Council 5/1/2012 6