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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022 - Transportation Board - Annual ReportANNUAL REPORT City of Fort Collins Transportation Board 2022 Annual Report Mission Statement: 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. Activity Summary: The Transportation Board held 12 scheduled monthly meetings during 2022. The Board conducted meetings virtually via the Zoom platform. The Board continued to advocate for addressing issues being caused by drive-thru traffic at various restaurants along College Ave. The Board advised Council via a Board letter (sent May 20th) to act on fixing these issues quickly before a serious accident occurred. Bicycle Advisory Committee: The Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC), a subcommittee of the Board, held 12 scheduled monthly meetings, including a joint meeting with the Transportation Board. The Transportation Board engages in two-way communication with the BAC through monthly reporting. Highlights: The Transportation Board would like to highlight the following key areas where it had the greatest impact in 2022: Transportation Plans, Policy, and Budget One of the Board’s core duties is to review and provide feedback on land use and transportation plans. In 2022 the Board had the opportunity to provide input on the Active Modes Plan, the 15- Minute City analysis, the Vision Zero plan, and 1041 regulations. 2022 was also a budget year, which the board provided extensive input and guidance. Board Action included: • Active Modes Plan (Board recommendations to Council) • Budgeting for Outcomes (Board recommendations to Council) Discussion Items included: • 2050 Regional Transportation Plan from the North Front Range MPO • 2020 Green House Gas Inventory • CDOT presentation, SB21-260 (Sustainability of the Transportation System bill) • Safety Stop law • Outdoor dining • Land Use Code update • Vision Zero plan • Transit Funding Study Transportation Capital Infrastructure, Maintenance, and Programs During 2022 the Transportation Board was involved in transportation project and program discussions, providing valuable feedback to City staff. One of the biggest future infrastructure projects the Board provided input on was the North College BRT study. Board Action Included: • North College BRT study (Board recommendations to Council) Discussion Items Included: • Transfort operations updates • Annual bike/ped counts • Updates on the SPIN e-bike/e-scooter program • Traffic compliance Liaison Activity The Transportation Board has, over the past few years, proactively provided liaisons from the Board to other boards and commissions. In 2022 this included the Planning & Zoning Commission, which has the Transportation Board as a standing agenda item at their work sessions. This allowed the T-Board to provide updates directly to P&Z and likewise gather information from those meeting to report back to the larger Board. Council has recognized these efforts.