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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - Citizens Bicycle Advisory Committee - Meeting Date: 5/7/2018MINUTES CITIZEN BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE GLENDALE TRANSPORTATION OFFICE FIELD OPERATIONS COMPLEX BUILDING A SUITE 111 6210 W. MYRTLE AVE. GLENDALE, ARIZONA 85301 MAY 7, 2018' 6:00 P.M. Present: Larry Flatau, Chair Chris Fundis, Vice Chair Paul Marsh, Committee Member Michael Osborn, Committee Member Absent: Marie Nesfield, Committee Member Kolby Waters, Committee Member Also Present: Patrick Sage, Transportation Planner Marilu Garcia Ramirez, Transportation Planner 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Larry Flatau. 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA - WITHDRAWALS AND CONTINUANCES Mr. Sage stated, that to be consistent • with Citizens Transportation Oversight Commission, the CBAC will vote on approval of the agenda going forward. Approval of the agenda for the May 7, 2018 Citizens Bicycle Committee with the following change: modify Special Accommodations by removing Stephanie Stearns and replacing with Patrick Sage. Motioned by Vice Chair Chris Fundis, seconded by Committee Member Michael Osborn AYE: Chair Larry Flatau Vice Chair Chris Fundis Committee Member Paul Marsh Committee Member Michael Osborn Other: Committee Member Marie Nesfield (ABSENT) Committee Member Kolby Waters (ABSENT) Passed 3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES Action to approve the minutes from the April 2, 2018 Citizen Bicycle Advisory Committee. Motioned by Vice Chair Chris Fundis, seconded by Committee Member Michael Osborn AYE: Chair Larry Flatau Vice Chair Chris Fundis Committee Member Paul Marsh Committee Member Michael Osborn Other: Committee Member Marie Nesfield (ABSENT) Committee Member Kolby Waters (ABSENT) Passed 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS No citizen comments. 6. GLENDALE FAMILY BIKE RIDE SUMMARY Mr. Sage announced that Ms. Ludwig was unable to attend this evening. Mr. Sage presented a briefing of the Glendale Family Bike Ride and noted that Ms. Ludwig will provide an in-depth presentation to the Committee in June. The presentation, included the following information: • Nice weather and a great turnout; • Estimated 800 riders; • 13 exhibitors with information and giveaways; • Over 200 helmets were swapped out for new helmets and the recycled helmets were made into planters; • Fun activities at the park, including a bike rodeo, photo backdrop, inflatable rides, DJ, and a bike raffle; • The recycled bike chain medals were a huge hit and • Over 100 volunteers and event partners helped to make the event a success Mr. Sage stated that Ms. Ludwig will be looking for feedback at the June meeting. Committee -member Osborn provided some suggestions for medal award categories, such as most decorated bike, youngest participant or oldest participant. Committee -member Marsh stated that he worked at the first rest stop and the staff who were re -stocking the water and snacks were terrific. Committee -member Marsh praised the City support of the event. Vice Chair Fundis complimented the participation of the police and fire departments. Chair Flatau asked Mr. Sage to request the Ms. Ludwig follow through with recognition of the event vendors at a City Council meeting as soon as possible. 6. DRAFT MISSION STATEMENT Mr. Sage stated that Committee -member Marsh provided him with a revised draft Mission Statement. Mr. Sage announced that was important to revisit the intent of the Mission Statement and to make sure that the CBAC Mission Statement aligns with the City's. Mr. Sage commented that the initial revisions were expanded beyond a standard Mission Statement and incorporated some of the CBAC's bylaws. Mr. Sage suggested that the Mission Statement should be more high-level and general. Mr. Sage obtained input from other City staff and the City Attorney's Office regarding the general content of a "mission statement." Mr. Sage provided a revised draft of the Mission Statement that incorporated Committee -member Marsh's input as well as suggestions from staff. As example's, Mr. Sage also shared several mission statements from active transportation committees and organizations around the country. Chair Flatau suggested including in the word "safety" in the Mission Statement. Committee -member Marsh agreed. Committee -member Marsh also agreed that the Mission Statement should align with the City's and felt that this new version was concise and appropriate. Chair Flatau appreciated that the use of "non -motorized transportation" did not limit the Committee. Committee -member Osborn wondered if this could lead to changing the name of the CBAC. Mr. Sage replied that the term "active transportation" is often replacing "bicycle/pedestrian" in the industry nomenclature, including the related MAG committee. Mr. Sage stated that a name change is certainly something for the CBAC to consider. Chair Flatau asked for clarification of "non -motorized." Mr. Sage explained that "non -motorized" is inclusive of motorized wheelchairs and motorized scooters. Chair Flatau asked if the CTOC felt, that this would fall under the its purview., Mr. Sage stated that the CBAC is a sub -committee of the CTOC and the CBAC Mission Statement will go before the CTOC for their comments and eventual acceptance. Chair Flatau stated that the CBAC should perhaps considerya name change, but first should ask CTOC for approval on including the other forms of transportation. Recommendation to approve the draft CBAC Mission Statement (as follows) and to submit to the Citizens Transportation Oversight Committee for approval. "The mission of the Glendale Citizen Bicycle Advisory Committee is -to advocate for all forms of non -motorized transportation in the City of Glendale. The Committee's efforts will be directed to improve the safety, health, well-being, and overall happiness of Glendale's residents through the promotion of active transportation and recreation." Motioned by Committee Member Michael Osborn, seconded by Vice Chair Chris Fundis AYE: Chair Larry Flatau Vice Chair Chris Fundis Committee Member Paul Marsh Committee Member Michael Osborn Other: Committee Member Marie Nesfield (ABSENT) - I Committee Member Kolby Waters (ABSENT) Passed 7. ARIZONA BICYCLING SUMMIT 2018 SUMMARY -Mr. Sage gave a brief presentation on the Arizona Bicycle Summit he attended on April 6, 2018. The event featured panel discussions and information on bicycling and active transportation. Chair Flatau stated that he would like to hear about bike sharing programs in other valley cities. Committee -member Marsh announced that he bought an a -bike a few months ago and stated that the City should start paying attention to a -bikes as they are becoming more popular. Chair Flatau suggested presentations on both bike sharing and e -bikes. Chair Flatau noted that there is a new Pedego store in the City and wondered if this was where Committee -member Marsh purchased his a -bike. Committee -member Marsh replied in the positive. Chair Flatau asked if Committee -member Marsh would reach out to the store owner to see if there is anything the City could do to support the business. 8. REPORTS FROM OTHER COMMITTEES AND ORGANIZATIONS No reports. 9. OTHER BUSINESS Motion to vacate the July 2018 Citizens Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting. Committee -member Marsh inquired if the CBAC September meeting was vacated due to Labor Day. Chair Flatau replied in the positive. Motioned by Committee Member Michael Osborn, seconded by Committee Member Paul Marsh AYE: Chair Larry Flatau. Vice Chair Chris Fundis Committee Member Paul Marsh Committee Member Michael Osborn Other: Committee Member Marie Nesfield (ABSENT) Committee Member Kolby Waters (ABSENT) Passed 10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Chair Flatau recommended the following: • Glendale Family Bike Ride Update • CBAC Name Change • Project Updates • Active Transportation Plan Briefing • Possibility of a "Training Bicycle Ride" in Glendale or Reviving "A Trail of Two Cities" Bicycle Ride with the City of Peoria. 11. NEXT MEETING The next regular meeting of'the Citizen Bicycle Advisory Committee will be held on June 4 at 6:00 p.m., at the Glendale Transportation Office, 6210 W. Myrtle Avenue, Building A - Suite 111, Glendale, Arizona, 85301. 12. ADJOURNMENT Chair Flatau adjourned the meeting by consensus at 7:12 p.m. The Citizen Bicycle Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 7, 2018 were submitted and approved this 4th day of June, 201. (7-- Marilu Garcia Ramire-J Recording Secretary