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Home My WebLink About2015-09-08 KITCHENER CYCLING AND TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES th September 8, 2015 CITY OF KITCHENER Kitchener Cycling and Trails Advisory Committee met on this date commencing at 4:15 p.m. Present: Ms. M. Heath, Messrs. T. Boutilier, L. Chandler, P. Dedes (Chair), M. Drasdo, D. Hoshowsky, D. Kropf, and Councillor Y. Fernandes. Staff: Mr. J. Joseph, Mr. M. Parris, Mr. J. Readman, and Mr. D. Pimentel, and Ms. M. Lanoue. Regrets: Ms. M. Generoux, Ms. G Mitchell, Ms. S. Taka, Mr. M. Boos (Vice-Chair), and Mr. L. Chandler. *NOTE: Quorum was not met until half way through the meeting 1. SUMMER CONSTRUCTION UPDATES Mr. Parris provided the committee with an updated list of construction sites on and around trails. Mr. Hoshowsky asked if there was any detour signage so cyclists could avoid the construction. Mr. Joseph responded that detours were provided and maps have been posted online. 2. CYCLING INFRASTRUCTURE UPDATES Mr. Pimentel informed the committee that work on East Ave. had been completed despite some complications, and that early data suggests a decrease in traffic speeds. He also noted that the downtown network has been completed as well with the exception of areas in and around LRT construction zones. Mr. Pimentel mentioned that Margaret is scheduled to be repainted this year. Mr. Readman noted that the roadwork would not be detailed until the resurfacing is completed next year. Mr. Drasdo inquired as to the decision making process regarding lane configuration and the removal of parking. Mr. Pimentel answered that 15 meters from a signed intersection is a no parking zone but all other parking changes are open to resident feedback. Mr. Boutilier asked when the Margaret Ave. Bridge would be completed. Mr. Pimentel responded that the bridge should be open sometime this fall but will get back to the committee on the exact dates. Mr. Drasdo asked if there were any plans for painting on union. Mr. Pimentel said that plans are underway; however, they require council approval before continuing. Mr. Hoshowsky noted that the City of Kitchener is doing a great job with cycling infrastructure. Mr. Pimentel informed the committee that Pioneer Dr. is pre-marked and should be painted this year. Councillor Fernandes asked if the pedestrian islands on Pioneer Dr. would be in place before the winter and whether or not they would be painted or signed for night visibility. Mr. Readman answered that the islands should be completed before the winter and that there would be hazard markings and keep right signs. KITCHENER CYCLING AND TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES th September 8, 2015 CITY OF KITCHENER Mr. Pimentel also noted that the no parking zones on Pioneer Dr. would be hatched. Councillor Fernandes suggested that residents be informed that hatching means no parking. Mr. Dedes asked if there would be data collected on the impact of the changes being made in the network. Mr. Pimentel said that data would be collected but the collection would not start until next year. Mr. Pimentel advised the committee that once Westheights is approved by council pre-marking would begin right away and operations would go out to paint the following week. Mr. Readman mentioned that Union Ave. was receiving a fair amount of opposition; therefore it may not be implemented this year. He also informed the committee that three traffic calming projects starting next year involve cycling infrastructure so design options will be brought to the committee for feedback. 4. CAN-BIKE TRAINING INFORMATION Mr. Pimentel provided the committee with an overview of the CAN-Bike program. Ms. Heath asked how one would find out about available classes. Mr. Pimentel responded that as of now the only way to find out would be through his emails. Councillor Fernandes suggested that the courses be advertised outside of the committee. 5. CYCLEON Mr. Readman informed the Committee that only one application was allowed so a project that addressed the gap in the Trans-Canada Railway was chosen for its scale and price. Councillor Fernandes expressed her happiness that the gap in the Trans-Canada Trail was being addressed Mr. Dedes asked if there were any grants for education and promotion and wondered if schools should be contacted. Mr. Pimentel noted that there were some plans to apply for education funding, but that more details would be discussed with the IMPAcT group and that Phil Martin would maintain a connection with the schools. 6. SUB-COMMITTEE UPDATES The Education, Safety and Promotion Sub-Committee spoke of the CAN-Bike program as well as some plans to create educational videos that could be posted on the BikeKitchener website and Facebook. The Sub-Committee also expressed interest in creating a Digital bike map. Mr. Pimentel noted that PDF versions of the map are already available. Mr. Drasdo asked if there were any future plans to digitize the map. Mr. Pimentel answered that paper maps are still highly valued and Mr. Parris added that if a digital copy is wanted, Google Maps does route pedestrian and cyclist travel. Mr. Readman also noted that Ping Street, a City of Kitchener app, provides city information and allows residents to report issues. The app does have trail locations but not on road cycling infrastructure. KITCHENER CYCLING AND TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES th September 8, 2015 CITY OF KITCHENER 7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE MEETING OF JUNE 9, 2015 On a motion by Mr. T. Boutilier: th That the minutes of the July 14 It was resolved and carried 8. QUESTIONS AND OTHER ITEMS Mr. Kropf suggested that sharrow and bike box education be placed on the map but understands that it may not happen due to space constraints. The educational component could be something handled by the Education, Safety and Promotion Sub-Committee. Mr. Pimentel said he would ask if an education component could be included. Councillor Fernandes read a list of routes and asked the committee to provide feedback on which routes should be brought to the councils attention as a cycling priority. Mr. Pimentel suggested that GRAC be invited to the next meeting to get some collaboration on winter maintenance and the accessibility of trails. 9. ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Mr. D. Kropf: the meeting be adjourned at 5:38 It was resolved and carried