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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-02-12 CYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2013 CITY OF KITCHENER Cycling Advisory Committee met on this date commencing at 4:10 p.m. Present: Councillor Y. Fernandes, M. Generoux, M. Sehl (Chair), E. Martell, T. Niesen, M. Arges, M. Boos, T. Boutilier, P. Dedes, P. Walberg (Vice-chair). Staff: J. Joseph, W. Sleeth, M. Parris, D.Pimentel (Committee Administrator) 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF January 8, 2013 That the minutes of the January 8, 2013 meeting be approved. Motioned by: P. Walberg Seconded by: P. Dedes 2. REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS FOR TWO NEW MEMBERS As a result of two committee members leaving the group due to personal circumstances, J. Joseph presented four applications to be considered when appointing two members. After some discussion, committee members made the st motion to support the following applications (with the 1 ranking being most preferred). st Applicant 4 - 1 nd Applicant 3 - 2 rd Applicant 1 - 3 th Applicant 2 - 4 Motioned by: P. Dedes Seconded by: M. Sehl 4. ONTARIO CYCLING STRATEGY (OCS) J.Joseph prepared and presented a report (INS 13-017), which provided MTO with comments and recommendations. This report was circulated to City staff along with KCAC members for comments, feedback, and suggestions. It was suggested that the report prepared by J.Joseph, include some North American (i.e. Portland, Montreal) examples if possible, along with the European examples provided. Throughout the discussion that occurred amongst KCAC members, questions and concerns were raised regarding the OCS, including: CYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2013 CITY OF KITCHENER  The cycling network identified in the OCS catered towards recreational cyclists but failed to identify a network for commuter cyclists; including a failure to address crossings at highway intersections  There were some questions regarding the expectation of municipalities bearing the cost of infrastructure when City roadways and Provincial roadways intersect. Municipalities would be required to adhere to Provincial design standards After further discussion, the following motion was made by the committee: That the report (INS 13-017) prepared by J. Joseph and viewed by the KCAC on February 12, 2103, be endorsed by the KCAC: Motioned by: T. Boutilier Seconded by: M. Sehl 5. UPDATE ON KCAC’S 5 PRIORITY PROJECTS J. Joseph updated the committee on the KCAC’s top cycling priorities projects for the current year, provided in further detail below. Trail Crossing Safety Upgrades (Iron Horse): potential for elephant feet markings, curb cuts (50 currently completed and still ongoing) and open or remove trail gates CMP Sign Pilot Project: signs are being manufactured/installed. The intent is to have the route finalized, marketed and promoted in time for BikeFest. Nyberg Contraflow: J. Joseph to follow-up with City of Toronto staff re: response from MTO regarding contra-flow bicycle lanes Intersection Crossing Improvements: Courtland/Stirling and Victoria/West were identified as top priority. Victoria/West identified in the Region’s Active Transportation Master Plan as part of their ‘fix-it list’. J. Joseph contacted Region of Waterloo staff to begin the discussion about improving these intersections. P. Walberg suggested that any improvements made to the Courtland/Stirling intersection should be considered prior to the final coat of asphalt being placed in 2013. Trail Improvements - Manitou - Wilson: primary commuter link to Doon & the pedestrian/cyclist bridges, entrances need signs: trail name and bike route, old pavement needs resurfacing or all new pavement, many sections are unfit for pedestrians and cyclists. M. Parris provided all members with a 10 year plan for trail improvements. Further discussions were had regarding funding for trail CYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2013 CITY OF KITCHENER improvements and the possibilities of improving more trails than identified due to an increase in funds. King St Sharrows: report to Council drafted and will be presented in April/May, communications/marketing action plan under development, goal is to have sharrows installed for BikeFest. Y. Fernandes recommended that Council participate in a ride along King St, once the sharrows have been installed Downtown Bicycle Corrals: Phase 1: City purchases cool bike racks, places them at strategic locations downtown in time for BikeFest Phase 2: Students in community design bike racks (Sept – Nov), installation in spring 2014 – J. Joseph asked the committee to provide some thought and feedback regarding the design of the corrals. 6. OTHER IMPORTANT PRIOIRTIES Bike Map: work is currently underway; staff meeting to be held this week to discuss progress. Goal: finalized, printed, and ready to be distributed for BikeFest. BikeKitchener marketing/branding strategy for cycling in Kitchener; logos and other materials under development. 7. BIKEFEST To be held on May 26, 2013 in front of City Hall and its purpose is to promote, encourage and celebrate cycling in Kitchener. King St will be closed and events will take place throughout the Downtown, including but not limited to, Heart and Stroke BigBike fundraiser. J. Joseph encouraged members to be part of the KCAC team of 29, on the BigBike. 8. SUB - COMMITTEE J. Joseph presented the group with documents relating to which members belong to which sub - committee, three sub-committees in total. KCAC members separated into their respective groups to discuss items listed in provided document. M. Sehl suggested each sub-committee schedule a meeting prior to the next KCAC meeting, and provide any updates or information to the KCAC. P. Walberg asked that the sub-committee chair be responsible to provide updates to the KCAC. CYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 12, 2013 CITY OF KITCHENER 9. COLDEST RIDE OF THE YEAR P.Dedes, along with 9 other cyclists took part in the ride along King St on February 7, 2013. The purpose of the event, was to promote cycling as a four season activity along with proper maintenance of a bicycle. It was suggested that the KCAC embrace the event and attempt to make it an annual event. 7. ADJOURNMENT That the meeting be adjourned at 6:03 p.m. Motioned by: P. Dedes Seconded by: M. Arges