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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/15/2025 - Active Modes Advisory Board - AGENDA - Regular MeetingTRANSPORTATION BOARD AND ACTIVE MODES ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING (NOTE: THIS IS A JOINT MEETING) 281 North College Avenue, Room A – D or via Zoom – See Link Below Participation for this Transportation Board and Active Modes Advisory Board Meeting will be in person at 281 North College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80524, Rooms A - D Online Public Participation You may also join online via Zoom, using this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/99236679837?pwd=MDdtZDMvTnNGQmFid0YvWWRC Tm5HUT09 Meeting ID: 992 3667 9837 Passcode: 735155 Public Participation by Phone +1-719-359-4580, Meeting ID 99236679837, Passcode 735155 To participate • The meeting will be available to join beginning at 6:00 pm, January 15, 2025. Participants should try to sign in prior to the 6:00 pm meeting start time, if possible. For public comments, the Chair will ask participants to click the “Raise Hand” button to indicate you would like to speak at that time. Staff will moderate the Zoom session to ensure all participants have an opportunity to address the Board or Commission. • Use a laptop, computer, or internet-enabled smartphone. (Using earphones with a microphone will greatly improve your audio). • You need to have access to the internet. • Keep yourself on muted status. Provide Comments via Email Individuals who are uncomfortable or unable to access the Zoom platform or participate by phone are encouraged to participate by emailing comments to mdempsey@fcgov.com at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. If your comments are specific to any of the discussion items on the agenda, please indicate that in the subject line of your email. Staff will ensure your comments are provided to the Transportation Board. TRANSPORTATION BOARD AND ACTIVE MODES ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING (NOTE: THIS IS A JOINT MEETING) 1. CALL TO ORDER [10 minutes for items 1-6] (TBoard)* a. (TIME STARTED) 2. ROLL CALL (AMAB) 3. AGENDA REVIEW (TBoard) 4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION [3 minutes per participant] 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (AMAB, TBoard) If there aren’t any comments, individual boards can vote to approve. If there are comments, each board should table until their next meeting. a. Active Modes Advisory Board b. Transportation Board 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Table until next month for individual committee meetings. 7. NEW BUSINESS [105 minutes] The first joint meeting should build relationships and find ways to work together. We share many of the same values and concerns but have different perspectives about the advice we provide the city towards their resolution. We’ll take a moment to get to know one another, review our respective missions, then find opportunities to collaborate. a. Individual member brief introductions (2 minutes per person, 40 minutes total) (AMAB, TBoard) i. Name and how long have you been on your board ii. Please focus on this: What single background or interest motivates you to participate on your Board? b. Inter-board discussion (65 minutes) i. Board chair overview (15 minutes) (TBoard, AMAB) a. Workplan execution summary b. 2024 activity highlights ii. Discussion question (50 minutes) (AMAB) a. What are the ways our Boards can collaborate? Brainstorm specific areas. iii. Plans for future interactions and meetings (TBoard) TRANSPORTATION BOARD AND ACTIVE MODES ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING (NOTE: THIS IS A JOINT MEETING) 8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS a. No Board Member Reports this month since it’s a joint meeting. 9. OTHER BUSINESS a. Staff Liaison Reports b. City Council 6-Month Calendar Review (refer to packet) 10. ADJOURNMENT a. (TIME ENDED) *Section lead or order indicated parenthetically ACTIVE MODES ADVISORY BOARD TYPE OF MEETING –REGULAR December 16, 2024 6:00 p.m. Online via Zoom or In Person at 281 North College 1 2 /1 6 /202 4 – MINUTES Page 1 FOR REFERENCE: 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Henderson called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. 2. ROLL CALL Bruce Henderson, Chair Kevin Krause, Vice Chair Tim Han Wallace Jacobson Cameron Phillips Kat Steele CITY STAFF PRESENT: Lauren Nagle Amy Gage ABSENT: Kristina Vrouwenvelder Jared Hanson PUBLIC PRESENT: None 3. AGENDA REVIEW Chair Henderson outlined the published agenda. 4. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION None. ACTIVE MODES ADVISORY BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 1 2 /1 6 /202 4 – MINUTES Page 2 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – NOVEMBER 2024 Han made a motion, seconded by Steele, to approve the minutes of the November 2024 meeting. The motion was adopted unanimously. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Upcoming Bike Map Change – Lauren Nagle, Amy Gage Nagle noted the City formulates a new bike map approximately every year and stated staff is considering a more major refresh with robust community input with the next revision. Nagle showed an example of the Denver map. Gage commented on best design practices for maps and commented on the importance of highlighting or making areas ‘pop’ that are the desired biking areas. Members and staff discussed whether bike repair shops or mobile repair shops should be included on the map, and it was noted that fixed self-repair stations are also marked on the map. Gage noted the budget for the bike maps has been reduced, therefore, only the larger maps will be produced for the upcoming year and the hope is that people will shift more to the digital version. Gage also noted all educational aspects of the map will include Spanish as well as English versions. Members commented on issues with Google mapping of bike routes and on the possibility of forming an app, potentially within the Transfort app. Nagle noted FC Moves is preparing to launch an app geared toward transportation demand management and having all active and sustainable modes represented. Chair Henderson asked how much the mapping is bound in terms of City and County limits. Gage replied the low-stress network is bound by City boundaries and the growth management area, and noted a regional map could eventually be developed. Han commented on the advantages of a paper map over a digital version. Gage commented on the importance of directing cyclists to areas that are easier to navigate and stated it would be beneficial to highlight underpasses and overpasses on the map. Nagle introduced the mapping exercise for the Board members. Steele suggested placing a QR code link to the online map version on the paper map. ACTIVE MODES ADVISORY BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 12 /1 6 /202 4 – MINUTES Page 3 ??? commented on preferring to see any and all bike recreational items on the map. Gage noted it was decided to keep this map as a bike infrastructure map rather than an all-inclusive active modes map. Steele asked how alleyways are considered. Gage replied bikes are allowed to be ridden in them; however, it may not be encouraged given vehicles and blind spots. Nagle stated staff is hoping to get the draft to the printer early in 2025. Gage stated Safe Routes to School, bike shops, the library, events, and CSU are the primary distributors of the paper maps and noted about 20% of the maps are printed in Spanish. Han suggested printing a smaller, more basic version for Safe Routes to School and members discussed using smaller, more localized maps for schools. Gage commented on the relationship of that type of map with the 15-minute city concept. 8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS Vice Chair Krause?? announced the first stakeholder meeting of the bike park feasibility study and commented on a recent newspaper opinion article regarding the need for bike park facilities. ??? commented on using the SPIN app to report two improperly parked scooters and questioned how the City decides where the bike accessible crosswalk buttons are positioned noting some are difficult to access and riders are not always aware of cameras that are present to trigger signals. 9. OTHER BUSINESS a. Staff Liaison Report: Year in Review, Joint Transportation Board Meeting Nagle provided a brief summary of the year’s Board activities noting this is the first time since 2015 that a new Board has been established and mentioned the upcoming joint meeting with the Transportation Board in January. 10. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 7:30 p.m. TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR December 18, 2024, 6:00 p.m. Online Via Zoom or In-Person at 281 North College 1 2 /18/2024 – MINUTES Page 1 FOR REFERENCE: Chair: Ed Peyronnin Vice Chair: Council Liaison: Alexa Nickoloff Susan Gutowsky Staff Liaison: Melina Dempsey 1. CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Nickoloff called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Alexa Nickoloff, Vice Chair James Burtis David Baker Jerry Gavaldon Lourdes Alvarez Emily Felton Amanda Finch BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Ed Peyronnin, Chair CITY STAFF PRESENT: Aaron Iverson PUBLIC PRESENT: Rebecca Stein 3. AGENDA REVIEW Vice Chair Nickoloff reviewed the agenda and noted the item related to the Future of Board Reports will not be considered at this meeting. TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 1 2 /18/202 4 – MINUTES Page 2 4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Rebecca (no last name given) stated she was present to observe. Vice Chair Nickoloff’s sister was also present to observe. 5. APPROVAL OF MINTUES – NOVEMBER 2024 Gavaldon made a motion, seconded by Alvarez, to approve the November 2024 minutes as written. The motion was adopted unanimously. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 7. NEW BUSINESS a. Discussion on Red Light and Speeding Cameras with Representatives from Fort Collins Police Department – Followed by Q & A Stephan Sparacio, Fort Collins Police Services Camera Radar and Red-Light Program, Dave Lindsay, Fort Collins Police Services Traffic Division, and Mike Avrech, Fort Collins Police Services Lieutenant, introduced themselves and discussed the history of the camera radar program and newly implemented speeding camera program, for which citations have begun being issued. Stephan Sparacio further detailed the history of the red-light program noting it started in 1997 at the intersection of Drake and College. The program has since expanded to six intersections and four mobile units which are managed by an outside contractor. He discussed the various ways the fines, which are $40 for speeding and $75 for running a red light, can be paid and contested. He noted the violations do not count toward points on a driver's license. Alvarez asked if there are escalating fines for repeat offences. Stephan Sparacio, replied in the negative and stated the infractions are considered to be civil in nature. However, there are escalating punishments for repeat offenders who are pulled over by officers. Alvarez asked if there are statistics regarding the number of individuals with multiple offences and questioned whether the tickets have any impact for those people. Stephan Sparacio replied the law specifically states those records cannot be maintained, though records are kept relating to ensuring people have paid their fines. Finch asked if people generally leave court paying their fines or if they frequently find ways to not pay them. A Police Services representative replied most people end up paying their fines, though there have been some challenges, most of which have been related to signage and font size, which have since been repaired. TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 1 2 /18/202 4 – MINUTES Page 3 Finch commented on the speeding culture in Fort Collins and stated this measure has the potential to have the most life-saving public safety impact of any previous law. She stated additional signage would be helpful to bolster public acceptance and expressed concern about the associated state restrictions. A Police Services representative discussed the current signage. Finch commended Police Services on their work to implement the program. Gavaldon commented on serving on the Police Chief’s Task Force. He asked if there is a way to track cyclists and other users who are running the red lights. A Police Services representative replied the system does not have that ability as the technology is set to bounce off masses of metal. Finch asked how much the vendor is paid and how much revenue the City receives from the fines. A Police Services representative replied the City receives the entire amount of the $40 and $75 fines; however, the City pays $7,200 a month per vehicle in addition to administrative costs, $10,000 a month for the intersection cameras, and additional costs. He stated the program is generally profitable depending on the time of year and noted the revenues can only be used for traffic safety. A Police Services representative noted around 20% of tickets may not be able to be processed due to a variety of issues, including registrations not matching, drivers being obscured, and other issues. Vice Chair Nickoloff commended the placement of the revenue information on the website given the overall feelings of resentment about the cameras. She stated she would like to see additional detail regarding the specific safety projects that have utilized the funds. A Police Services representative replied including that detail is the ultimate plan for the program, though it is not required by the state statute. Finch suggested including statistics related to lives saved because of the program on signage along I-25. Board members and Police Services representatives discussed enforcement in school zones and it was noted there are few violations in school zones. Alvarez asked if there are restrictions on where the mobile units can be located along the College Avenue corridor. A Police Services representative replied they can be placed anywhere along that corridor, broadly speaking, though there are a number of considerations including not parking in bike lanes. Alvarez asked if fake temporary license plates have been an issue. A Police Services representative replied it is difficult to track down that information as processing occurs a couple days after the infraction. Additionally, it would be very time consuming and costly to address the small number of times that occurs. A Police Services representative noted these programs are meant to be an TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 1 2 /18/202 4 – MINUTES Page 4 enhancement to traditional law enforcement and stated traffic enforcement will continue at the officer level. Baker asked if there are success targets or metrics for the programs and what the growth plans are for the programs. A Police Services representative replied the growth plans may include adding more unmanned transportable devices and the measure of success would be a reduction in the number of violations as well as a reduction in the number of complaints. Additionally, creating more opportunities for proactive enforcement as opposed to reactive enforcement would also be a measure of success. Finch suggested running proactive articles in the Coloradoan including personal stories. b. The Future of Board Reports (**Secretary’s Note: This item was not considered as Chair Peyronnin was not present.) 8. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS (3 MINUTES PER MEMBER) Gavaldon expressed concern about cyclist behavior on Lemay and other streets and commented on observing vehicles speeding in certain school areas. Finch commented on observing cyclists riding without lights. Members discussed the City’s free bike light program. Baker commended Finch on her thesis work and interest in the signage and speed camera topic. He requested members review the Transfort information provided in the packet. Felton noted Board and Commission applications are open until January 10th and questioned cell phone use enforcement in school zones noting there is a new law going into effect January 1st that will prohibit drivers from touching cell phones. Gavaldon stated it will be a secondary offense. Burtis commented on the Transfort data and noted Transfort was named in APTA’s list of fastest ridership recovery for small transit systems. He commended the free bike light program, particularly given the end of daylight savings time. Gavaldon asked when Sunday Transfort service will start. Burtis replied it is planned for early 2026. 9. OTHER BUSINESS a. Staff Liaison Report • Transfort Monthly Report (presentation included in packet) b. City Council 6-Month Calendar Review 10. ADJOURNMENT TRANSPORTATION BOARD TYPE OF MEETING – REGULAR 1 2 /18/202 4 – MINUTES Page 5 The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m. by unanimous consent. Ed Peyronnin, Chair Alexa Nickoloff, Vice Chair Transportation Board 2025 WORK PLAN The goal of the Transportation Board is to promote the implementation of a balanced transportation system that is consistent with the City sustainability goals and provides choice, mobility, access, congestion mitigation and safety for all people while achieving: 1) Efficient and effective movement of people and goods throughout the community; 2) Advocacy for per capita reduction in Vehicle Miles Traveled; 3) Enhanced and widespread mobility for people of all ages and abilities; 4) Emphasis of modal shifts; 5) Support for the City’s Climate Action Plan. I. Advise City Council and City Staff on transportation and mobility issues by proactively raising concerns and recommending solutions. II. Advise City Council and City Staff on City plans. Including City Plan, Our Climate Future, the Transportation Plan, Transit Plan, the Master Street Plan, Vision Zero and City Council 2024 - 2026 priorities related to transportation. III. Support innovative mobility solutions that use creative ways of thinking about parking, transportation, and development. IV. Coordinate periodically with the Active Modes Advisory Board (AMAB) to support the City’s efforts to create a balanced transportation network. This coordination is intended to provide an integrated review of transportation issues. V. Examine financing options to address transportation needs, including, but not limited to, dedicated funding mechanisms. Actively participate in and provide input for the City Budgeting for Outcome (BFO) process. VI. Continue to be an avenue to hear citizens’ concerns regarding transportation needs and issues and communicate them to staff and Council. VII. Continue to reach out to and participate with other City boards and commissions to solicit input and provide information on transportation issues. VIII. Maintain communication links as appropriate with other agencies interested in transportation issues in Fort Collins and throughout the region. Including the North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization, CDOT, Downtown Development Agency, the Chamber of Commerce, CSU, Poudre School District, Larimer County, and other various business associations. IX. Promote transportation safety and congestion mitigation as it affects all modes of transportation, via consideration of the “6 e’s” which include engineering, education, enforcement, evaluation, encouragement and equity. Approved by the Transportation Board on 8/21/24 X. Advocate for greater education on alternative means of transportation and transit related resources provided by the City and provide feedback to city staff to help increase the impact and visibility of these resources to Fort Collins’ residents. XI. Promote equitable access to and expansion of all sustainable modes of travel, with emphasis on growing transit ridership (locally with Transfort and on regional transit as well such as Bustang) and increased active transportation, supporting first – last mile trips. XII. Review Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Mitigation planning for the City’s transportation system as needed. XIII. Consider the impact and interaction of transportation on the triple bottom line, which includes environmental health, economic health, and social well-being of Fort Collins residents. XIV. Support the implementation of transportation related recommendations within the Our Climate Future plan, specifically Big Moves #4 Convenient Transportation Choices, Big Moves #5 Live, Work and Play Nearby, and Big Move #13 Electric Cars and Fleets. This includes the related next moves for each. XV. Explore and promote the equitable and inclusive provision of transportation services to senior citizens, people with disabilities in the community, and others experiencing difficulty accessing transportation services. 2025 Active Modes Advisory Board Work Plan Purpose The purpose of the Active Modes Advisory Board (AMAB) is to address issues related to active modes of transportation and to seek guidance from active modes -focused stakeholders to achieve the City’s climate, mode shift, safety, and equity goals. Active modes of transportation include walking, biking, micromobility (such as scooters and skateboards), and wheelchair use. Active modes may also include human -powered and small electric devices. Objectives 1. Work Plan Development: Create and approve 2026 work plan as appropriate. A. Conduct annual review of AMAB Work Plan, Objectives, and operational procedures. 2. Boards and Commissions Coordination: A. Share active modes information with other city Boards, as part of their Public Participation at regular Board meetings. Unless there is a prior vote by the AMAB, each AMAB member should state they are not representing the AMAB in this meeting. B. Hold collaborative meetings with other City Boards when appropriate. 3. City of Fort Collins Support: Advise City Council and Staff in the following areas by reviewing progress and providing feedback as needed. Encourage the inclusion of Active Modes for these areas. A. City plans and studies such as the Active Modes Plan, Pedestrian Needs Assessment, 15-minute City Analysis, Vision Zero Action Plan, Strategic Trails Plan, Our Climate Future, Shift Your Ride Travel Options Plan, Transportation Master Plan, and Master Stre et Plan. Leverage these plans in advising City Council and Staff on Active Modes. B. City active modes programs such as Safe Routes to School, adult education and outreach, shared micro mobility, asphalt art, neighborhood traffic mitigation, traffic safety education and enforcement, and the Shift Your Ride Travel Options program. C. City departments and programs such as (but not limited to) capital projects, street improvements, trails, traffic signal projects, parking facilities, parks, and recreation programs. 4. Community Coordination: Consult with other organizations that have a role in supporting active modes of transportation in Fort Collins such as the Colorado Department of Transportation, North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization, Larimer County, Colorado State University, Poudre School District, Downtown Development Authority, and active-modes advocacy organizations such as Bike Fort Collins, the FC Bike Co-Op, Overland Mountain Bike Association, Launch, and others as appropriate. A. The AMAB will be a resource to hear residents’ opinions regarding active modes of transportation. As a voice for the community, these needs, issues, and concerns should be communicated to City of Fort Collins staff and Council by the AMAB. 5. Policy Opportunities: Define AMAB priorities and action items as needed, or on an annual basis. For example: A. Review progress and provide support for the 50% mode share goal as part of the Active Modes Plan. B. Provide support for the Vision Zero program through participation and integration with city plans. C. Promote equitable community wide access for all active modes of transportation in support of the Active Modes Plan, giving consideration to related council priorities, such as safe routes to schools, as determined by the board. D. Support recreational facilities and infrastructure for active modes to help community members, including youth and historically excluded groups, develop skills and confidence, and build a culture of support for utilizing active modes to achieve mode share goals. E. Consider innovative ways to draw visitor and community member attention to the City's focus on and prioritization of active modes that help define community expectations in support of safety and access for everyone. 6. Experiential Opportunities: Facilitate tours and site visits for the AMAB to experience the active modes system as a group and on an individual level. A. AMAB members should be a conduit for community feedback through data- informed recommendations and experiential learning. Staff Liaison Report TRANSPORTATION BOARD • Winter Bike to Work Day is 2/14/25. • Transportation Fair – Thursday, 3/6/25, 5-7 PM at the Lincoln Center • March meeting moved to 3/12/25 • Boards and Commissions applications process now closed. There are two open positions on TBoard with new members starting in April 2025. Will provide updates as I have more information. • February topic is TBD as there is a bit of a schedule and process shift with the Transfort Optimization and Action Plan. Council 6 -month calendar • Tuesday, January 14th: Work session to include Community Report: I-25/Mulberry Interchange (TENTATIVE), 10-Year Capital Improvement Program (TCIP), Strategic Trails Plan Update • Tuesday, January 21st: Ordinance-1st Reading of Compliance with State Legislation for Accessory Dwelling Unites and Parking Requirements for Multi-unit development • Tuesday, April 8th: Work session to include EV Readiness and Electrification • Tuesday, April 22nd: Work session to include the Future of Commercial Corridors and Centers: Land Use Code Updates • Tuesday, May 13th: Work session to include Work session to include Which Wheels Go Where: Micromobility and Transfort Optimization Study • Tuesday, May 20th: Adoption of the Strategic Trails Plan