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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-01-2019 Fairhope Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee Meeting MinutesFairhope Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee Meeting Minutes Date: October 1, 2019 In attendance: Chris Riley, Meredith Montgomery, Gary Gover, Jessica Walker, Director of Community and Economic Development, Robert Brown, City Council Liaison, Richard Johnson, Public Works Director, Jason Small, Rosalie Stromme, Katie Bolton, Bill Hall, and Jeff Hosterman, Guest. Meeting called to order at 4:00pm. Minutes of September 2019 meeting were distributed and approved by quorum with one change. Review/ Finalize Mission Statement: All reviewed the final draft version of the Fairhope Pedestrian and Bicycle Comm ittee Mission Statement. Jason asked about the term "network" in the Policies paragraph as to the geographic limitations of the "network". Gary stated it is the city limits and can be further where the city provides services. Richard recommended use of the term citywide network. This term will be incorporated into the final version. Jason's Presentation on Turning Lane Options : Jason's original presentation was tabled as the audio-visual equipment was not available. A discussion of the Turning Lanes Option was held. Jason felt the term Spl it Lane (for turning vehicles) was more applicable to vehicular traffic than the pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Richard said the Greeno Rd/Gayfer Rd turning lane project is in final stages of approval. There will be a dedicated left turn lane and light on Gayfer Road both east and west bound. This will improve vehicular safety. It should take until April 2020 for plans and construction in June or July. Gary expressed concerns for pedestrian traffic at the intersection specifically on Northbound Greeno Rd turning Eastbound into Gayfer Rd. Pedestrian Signals in CBD: Meredith asked Richard if he had an update on the proposed pedestrian signal at North Section St and Pine Ave in front of the Justice Center. Richard that project went out to bid November 3 rd to be installed and operational by the 2020 Arts and Crafts Festival (March 2020). It will include traffic notification lights to warn vehicular traffic of the pedestrian traffic using the crosswalk. Bike Rack Update with BCT: Meredith has worked with the Baldwin County Trailblazers (BCT) to narrow down locations for the Bike Racks . The downtown striped no parking zones are targeted as they do not have cars parked in them . Richard prefers to have them in public right of way versus private property. Meredith said that her research indicated that there was a need for racks at the football field and new soccer fields . The BCT has money to put racks on private property- Piggly Wiggly, Soul Shine, Winn Dixie, Boys & Girls Club , just let them know and they will reach out to the property owners. \. MPO Funds Secured for "Complete Streets": Meredith said that $30,000 has been authorized to develop Complete Streets directory to the city. Richard -there is a city match and my not have been authorized by the City Council. Planning Commission Greeno Rd. Overlay Status: Meredith said that the P&B Committee's recommendations addressing pedestrian and bicycle usage in the overlay were well received and the commission liked the information from other municipalities in reference to requiring bicycle racks in new developments . Meredith sent the information from Gulf Shores concerning the requirement to Rebecca. Open Forum: NPS Master Plan Workshops-Jessica provided an update on the NPS Master Plan-assessing Parks, Parkland, and overall accessibility in Fairhope . She asked that the NPS Master Plan be put on next month's agenda. There will be workshops on accessibility in Fairhope on November 7th, 1-3pm at the Nix Center and 4:30-6:30 at the Mill downtown. The workshops need exhibits demonstrating the Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee's accomplishments and future projects. Jessica will send an e-mail to all committee members about the content of the workshops. Chris asked that everyone get the information out to the public about the workshops so that there is public awareness and attendance. Veterans/104/98 Triangle Property-Katie asked if the Triangle Property was unfunded . Richard will contact the purchasing department to find out. Bike to School Project-Katie has 3 sponsors who will pay for the Pirate Ship Bike Rack at the Intermediate School. Will need 6 week lead time to complete . Walk the Sidewalks Ribbon Cutting-Richard said the city is planning a Ribbon Cutting on the new sidewalks South East of town; Twin Beach Rd, Manley Rd , and the Soccer Fields-CR-13 and Manley Rd. Richard will bring a map of current and future sidewalks to a future meeting for committee's review and input. Priorities List-Meredith will develop a Google Drive list of project priorities. She spoke with the Mayor concerning the resurfacing of Fairhope Ave from Greeno Rd to Section St. The Mayor said that the City will have to hold off on that project. GIS Efforts-Jessica will ask Hunter to present an update on the GIS Efforts Project . Identification of City Owned Land-Gary asked if there is a consolidated list of City Owned Land. Richard said it will be identified in the GIS database. Way Finding-Jessica will present an update at the next meeting. Next Meeting: November 5, 2019 at 4pm. Meeting adjourned at 4:59pm.