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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-11-18 CYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES November 18, 2014 CITY OF KITCHENER Cycling Advisory Committee met on this date commencing at 4:14 p.m. Present: Councillor Y. Fernandes, Ms. M. Sehl, Ms. G. Mitchell, Ms. M. Generoux, Ms. V. Van Cappellen, Messrs. M. Boos (Vice-Chair), T. Reiser, T. Boutilier, P. Dedes (Chair), L. Oakey, and P. Walberg. Staff: Messrs. J. Joseph, J. Readman, and Ms. L. Nelson Regrets: Messrs. S. Gibson, W. Sleeth, M. Arges and M. Parris. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF OCTOBER 14, 2014 Motion by Mr. T. Boutilier: That the minutes of the October 14, 2014 meeting be approved. Motion carried. 2. STAFF UPDATES Nyberg Contra-flow Bike Lane Mr. J. Joseph provided an update that curb work has been completed. Battler Road & Eckert Street Infrastructure Mr. J. Joseph provided an update that transportation staff are awaiting an update for Batler Road and Eckert Street from Operations. ACTION ITEM: Mr. J. Joseph to send email to KCAC with updated information. Bike Fix-It’s Mr. J. Joseph provided an update that all facilities have been repaired and fitted with new tools. The location at the Kitchener Market has since been vandalized again, showing a need to look at future provision of Bike Fix-It stands. KCAC member suggestions:  Consider potential for corporate sponsorship for Bike Fix-It Stands  Cost of stands and repairs were discussed, City could buying bulk tools and replace as necessary. Glasgow Street Traffic Calming J. Readman provided an update that the bike facilities for the Glasgow Street Traffic Calming project will be revisited because the current plan is problematic for snow clearance and maintenance. Consider redesign from chicanes to straight bike lanes that area separated from traffic at any lane narrowing points. Page 1 of 3 CYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES November 18, 2014 CITY OF KITCHENER 3. SUB-COMMITTEE UPDATES AND WORK PLAN PRIORITIES Education, Safety & Promotion Sub-Committee Ms. M. Generoux indicated that the Sub-committee has prepared designs for safety pamphlets. The new committee beginning in January 2015 should carry forward the design of the pamphlet Safety Checklist. A minimum of two weeks’ notice is required for City communications staff to prepare final graphics once submitted. The Sub-committee will look into recommendations for a BikeKitchener website update. Infrastructure & Technical Sub-committee Mr. P. Dedes indicated that the work plan from last month is complete. Planning, Evaluation, and Governance Sub-committee Ms. V. Van Cappellen indicated that the work plan from last month is complete. 4. KCAC REPORT CARD The final report card draft will be sent to the City’s communications team for edits and report design. Report card methodology was developed considering features that “cycling friendly cities” would have adapted based on the League of American Bicyclists. The format for each of the 5 E’s includes a summary of Kitchener’s grading, and next steps to achieve a higher grade. KCAC members’ discussion for each section is included below. Introduction Focus on staffing resources, execution of policy, programs and initiatives. Refer to the purpose of the CMP from its Executive Summary, regarding Kitchener as a bicycle friendly city. Engineering Potential next steps for higher grades: increased funding and resources, a snow clearing & maintenance policy for bicycle facilities, provision and incentives for end-of-trip facilities, and intersection treatments such as advanced cyclist stop bar (in the field of view of drivers). Education Additional information about the Cycling into the Future program to be provided in the COK data package. Encouragement Discussion of the difference between a bike share and a bike rental facility; as both facilities are available for the public either can be included for the purpose of the Report Card. Page 2 of 3 CYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES November 18, 2014 CITY OF KITCHENER Enforcement Request for increased police involvement in the KCAC could come from the Committee, which could then identify potential for relationships and liaison opportunities/information sharing. Could appoint a dedicated officer for cycling related issues and discuss feasibility with the Board or Chief of Police to include as a mandate that officers become involved in cycling programming. Evaluation & Planning This section is complete in principle. Conclusion Conclude that Kitchener will continue to be on the path of a world class cycling city in each of the areas discussed, taking into consideration some next steps identified in each section. Consider listing the ways that Kitchener can follow on this trajectory both within the mandate of the CMP, and outside of the CMP, with additional programming. Concluding statement: The true measure of a cycling city is a place where any of “interested but concerned” cyclists can navigate the city safely and comfortably. Motion by Ms. M. Sehl: To approve the report in principle to be presented to Council in the New Year (2015). Motion carried. 5. COLDEST RIDE OF THE YEAR EVENT Mr. M. Boos provided a reminder that the Coldest Ride of the Year could be held th Saturday, February 7 and planned by the new committee. However, the current committee should pull together some initial plans. Should originate at City Hall or the Market & Terminate at a local restaurant. Invite Council, Mayor, City Staff, WRPS, and community members. 6. DECEMBER HOLIDAY GATHERING Ms. M. Generoux mentioned that last year, KCAC members to meet up for a holiday gathering. This year, Mr. T. Reiser will book a location for Tuesday, December 9 at 5:30. 7. OTHER BUSINESS Ms. L. Nelson provided an invitation to the All Committee Gathering on Tuesday th November 25 from 4-6pm in the Conestoga Room. ACTION ITEM: Ms. L. Nelson to follow up by email to confirm attendance and obtain a list of major accomplishments from the past two years. 8. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Mr. P. Walberg: That the meeting be adjourned at 5:53 p.m. Motion carried. Page 3 of 3