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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee - 11/13/2024 BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA NOVEMBER 13, 2024 Participation Options In Person: 180 Market Street, 3rd Floor, Room 301 Assistive Listening Service Devices available upon request Online: https://zoom.us/j/91884967129?pwd=DX3FU477kFyk0iQV50o8HAaOiLkpcQ.1 Meeting ID: 918 8496 7129 | Passcode: 913493 Phone: (929) 205-6099 Meeting Start 5:30 p.m. 1. Welcome, Emergency Exit and Virtual Meeting Instructions, Gratitude (5:30 PM) 2. Additions, deletions, or changes to the agenda (5:35 PM) 3. Comments and questions from the public not related to the agenda (5:40 PM) 4. Consideration of minutes from October 8, 2024 (5:50 PM) 5. Recreation & Parks 2025 Event Coordination (5:55 PM) 6. *** City Updates – Erica Quallen (6:25 PM) 7. *** Approve FY25 Work Plan (6:45 PM) 8. *** Annual Report (7:15 PM) 9. Sub-Group Updates (7:30 p.m.) 10. Confirm December 11, 2024 meeting (7:55 PM) 11. Adjourn by 8:00 p.m. ***Attachments included MEMORANDUM To: South Burlington Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee From: Erica Quallen, DPW Deputy Director of Capital Projects Date: November 13, 2024 Re: City Updates Since the Committee’s meeting on October 9, 2024, I have the following updates to report on behalf of City staff: • The Garden Street West Shared Use Path and Utility Improvements (Dorset Street to the eastern end of the bridge/box culvert) went out to bid on 11/7 and will close on 12/5. • Dorset Street Phase 4 Paving and the improved High School crosswalk went out to bid on 11/4 and will close on 12/6. • Spear Street Path (Swift Street to UVM Forestry) Preliminary Plans and Estimate have been completed and submitted for City and VTrans comments. • The Patchen Road Scoping Study and Shelburne Road Crossings projects (UPWP) are getting kicked off in the next few weeks to finalize the scopes of work. • The sidewalk and ramp inventory has been completed. The data should be available in the next 3-4 weeks. Stay tuned! • Budget season! The draft Budget and CIP will be presented to Council at their 12/2 meeting. It will be posted in their agenda packet on 11/28. FY25 Policy Priorities Strategies Bicycle Pedeatrian Committee - DRAFT 11/13/2024 Role of City Manager and Leadership Team "This is how we are accomplishing this vision." Goal 12, Action 141 Garden Street: Complete ROW, engineering, and bid project Goal 12, Action 141 Williston Road Streetscape: Complete right of way acquisition, engineering, and bid project Goal 12, Action 61, 141 East West Crossing - Pedestrian Bicycle Bridge over I-89 Project: Bid Project and initiate construction Goal 12, Action 141 City Center Park Boardwalk Connection: Execute construction contract and build project Goal 12 Complete a Downtown Parking Management Plan and Implement Include bike parking in the study, interactions between vulnerable users and parked cars. Committee wants to be involved. Willing to host public forums. Climate - Transportation Goal 46; Actions 64, 65 Work with GMT to improve connectivity throughout the City: to include in-city connections, workplace connectivity, and safety (CAP-TIP) Committee wants to be involved. Willing to host public forums. Advocate for the connections between active transportation infrastructure and transit (i.e., first and last mile, multi-modal hubs) Goal 42-44, 47; Actions 58, 141 Ordinance Updates *Transportation Impact Fee (CAP-TIP) Advocate for a sufficient amount of funds be dedicated for active transportation infrastructure. Goal 48, Action 58 Official Map *Updates to City Center area to complement Form Based Code *Update following completion of Active Transportation Plan *Review for consistency with 2024 City Plan Serve in a primary consultative capacity on walk/bike connections to the Planning Commission on the Official Map. Help thoughtfully compile recommendations from the plans to ensure a cohesive planned walk/bike network. Recreation, Community Services, and Culture Goals - 55,56,57...Action 44, 87, 89 Complete the Parks & Open Space Master Plan (link to Active Transporation Plan) *South Village Field: Determine future use and amend needed permit documents Maintain a consistent role in the project process. Advocate for equitable and multi-modal access to Parks and Open Space Goal 42, 46. Action 119 CAP-TIP: Complete the Active Transportation Plan (link to Parks and Open Space Master Plan) Goal 42, 46. Action 89 Support culture change around traveling safely to School: *Participate in the Safe Routes to School Task Force *As safe routes are determined, identify infrastructure needs and implementation schedules. Support ongoing and future efforts on culture change around safety. Participate in SRTS projects, events, and efforts. Enact SRTS recommendations. Coordinate with Rec & Parks to help sponsor walk/bike culture and safety events. Action 73 Participate in Exit 14 Scoping Study Serve in an advisory capacity to study. Continue to advocate for short term improvements. Goal 42, 46 Action 89, 119 Complete sidewalk inventory and review of ADA compliance Review outputs of sidewalk inventory and advise on priorities for improvements. Other Work Plan Items Complete American League of Bicyclists 2025 Bike Friendly City - Silver Status this time around! Get to know the Burlington Walk/Bike Council and find places for collaboration. City Center and TIF Transportation Work with Rec Dept to have events and promote new walk/bike infrastructure in City Center Promotional materials with new and upcoming projects - maps, stencils, etc. East West Crossing - Work with Burlington and UVM to promote the opening of the bridge and coordinate on connections. Role of Council "This is the vision for our community" City Plan Section City Plan 2024 Goals/Actions Staff Action: implementation, work, and operational effort Role of the Committee 1 Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee Committee Overview Committee Charge The South Burlington Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee (SBBPC) is charged with advocating for the City’s new and existing bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure including shared use paths, sidewalks, bike lanes, crosswalks, and trails. SBBPC also advises City Council on matters concerning bicycle and pedestrian safety, policies, and current and future operational needs. Committee Members Havaleh Gagne (Chair), Bob Britt (Vice Chair), Nic Anderson (Clerk), Amanda Holland, Dana Farr, Donna Leban, Doug Goodman, Ken Burkman, Mark Pasanen City Staff Liaison: Erica Quallen, DPW Deputy Director of Capital Projects Accomplishments and Events Project Progress in FY23 • 3 crosswalks with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) were constructed at (1) Williston Road and Pine Tree Terrace/Davis Parkway, (2) Williston Road near Mills Avenue, and (3) Patchen Road at Jaycee Park. • Held public meetings for projects including the Multi-Site Crosswalk Feasibility Study, Kennedy Drive Shared Use Path Lighting Study, and 2024 City Plan Transportation Discussion. • Provided input on projects including, but not limited to, the I-89 East-West Crossing, City Center Park Path and Boardwalk, and Spear Street Shared Use Path projects. Committee Members (from left to right) Havaleh Gagne, Donna Leban, Doug Goodman, and Ken Burkman painting the Penny for Path Stencil on the new crosswalk at Jaycee Park. Progress Towards FY23 Priority Areas Priority Area #1: Cultivate and maintain a network of bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that provides a safe and accessible connection for all residents. • Participated in FY24 CIP process and made recommendations on allocating Penny for Paths funds. • Updated Safety Priorities and Recommendations through ongoing discussions with DPW. • Advocated for allocation of ARPA Funds to be used as a local match on the awarded Hinesburg Road Shared Use Path grant. • Inventoried path, sidewalk, shared use path, and striping conditions to inform DPW maintenance efforts. Priority Area #2: Strengthen communication with the South Burlington community on bike and pedestrian network needs, priorities, and successes. • Committee members continue to attend meetings of other committees across the City and participate in local and regional bicycle and pedestrian events. • Successfully advocated to City Council to add a $30,000 line item in the FY23 budget for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure maintenance. • Published articles in The Other Paper related to bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure and use. Priority Area #3: Promote a culture of using the bike and pedestrian network as a pleasant, safe, and easy alternative for transportation to school, work, recreation, and activities of daily living. • Ongoing work amongst committee members to undertake Safe Routes to School initiatives. • Participated in the Transportation Sector Climate Action Implementation Plan Advisory Group to continue progress on carbon-neutral transportation policies and actions. Quantitative Data • All RRFBs in the City have been upgraded to be fully compliant with ADA requirements and include the latest technology. • Over 6.5 miles of roadway restriped to include 10-feet wide vehicle lanes to accommodate at least 5-feet wide bicycle lanes. • Helped engage with 269 people who live, work, and play in South Burlington that responded to the Transportation Sector Climate Action Implementation Plan community questionnaire. FY 2024 Goals and Priorities Affordable and Community Strong: Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors. • Provide guidance to City Staff on the development and deployment of the Recreation Path wayfinding package and regulatory signage. • Work with Local Motion to support community events, resources, etc. (e.g., bicycle valet parking at events, community rides) Opportunity Oriented: Being a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide community. • Participate in scoping studies, planning efforts, and development review applications that impact bike and pedestrian modes of travel and monitor the integration of the preferred alternative or permit condition through to construction. • Coordinate with Local Motion and other state bicycling advocacy organizations to bring about better bike/ped facilities. Walkable: Bicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure. • Work with City staff and the CCRPC to develop the Active Transportation Plan. • Coordinate with the Recreation & Parks Department, Public Works, and appropriate City Committees to ensure City trails and paths are accessible and maintained. • Support City Staff in conveying the progress of projects funded by the Penny for Paths Initiative with signage and announcements to indicate infrastructure improvements “coming soon” or completed. • Identify partnerships to aid the education of all modes of travel (automobile, e-assist devices, and non-motorized) on the rules of the road and use of the South Burlington network. • Increase awareness of South Burlington as a bikeable, walkable city through community outreach, digital/paper maps, signage, and community surveys • Communicate with City staff to develop ways of reducing vehicle speeds to promote a safer environment for bicyclists and pedestrians. Green & Clean: Emphasizing sustainability for long-term viability of a clean and green South Burlington • Communicate bike and pedestrian network needs, priorities, successes through announcements, events, meetings, digital/paper maps, and publicity. • Publicly advocate for greater alternative transportation use to reduce use of fossil fuel burning vehicles for local trips. Core Municipal Services and Administration • Engage closely with City Staff on the allocation of the Penny for Paths Fund through the CIP development and grant applications, as well as assist in strategic planning for implementing priority projects. • In coordination with City Staff, monitor the condition of the bike and pedestrian network (paint, signage, surface condition) and report maintenance concerns. Comprehensive Plan Update • Annually review and provide updates to the mapped data of bike and pedestrian infrastructure (existing and proposed GIS datasets) to maintain an accurate record of the system. City Center and Tax Increment Financing District • Support City staff in their plans for bicycle and pedestrian projects including the I-89 East- West Crossing, Williston Road Streetscape, Garden Street connections, and City Center Park Boardwalk. Climate Action Plan • Participate in the City’s implementation of the Climate Action Plan through a Committee liaison, cognizant of the important roles micromobility and non-vehicular travel play in a carbon-neutral future. • Partner with Energy Committee and communicate with South Burlington schools to increase bus, public transit, bicycle and pedestrian commuting for students, staff, and residents (statewide Way to Go School program, Safe Routes to School program and Committee's Neighborhood to Schools Greenway pilot).