Active Transportation Advisory Committee

AGENDA Active Transportation Advisory Committee City of Calistoga Friday, February 13, 2026 | 2:00 PM Calistoga Community Center 1307 Washington Street Calistoga, CA 94515 MEMBERS Aaron Heth, Chair Ivan Miller, Vice Chair Gerardo Capiel, Member Susan Schmiderer, Member Kelly Coudert, Member CITY COUNCIL LIAISON Kevin Eisenberg, Councilmember STAFF LIAISONS Greg Desmond, Planning & Building Director David Fradelizio, Deputy Public Works Director Narudee Winitchai, Administrative Services Technician City Hall 1232 Washington Street | Calistoga, CA 94515 Phone (707)942-2805 | Fax: (707) 942-0732 www.calistogaca.gov Active Transportation Advisory Committee Agenda February 13, 2026 GENERAL INFORMATION The Active Transportation Advisory Committee meets as specified in its adopted annual calendar on the first Wednesday of every month at 4:00 P.M. in regular session at 1307 Washington Street, Calistoga, CA 94515. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. Information Available: Documents related to this meeting are available on our Meeting Portal or by contacting the City Clerk. After the agenda packet is distributed, any documents related to an agenda item are available for public inspection at City Hall. Governing Law: The Active Transportation Advisory Committee conducts all meetings in accordance with the "Ralph M. Brown Act" (California Government Code Sections 54950, et seq.) and pursuant to the City of Calistoga Committee Bylaws, City of Calistoga Code of Ethics, ordinances of the City, and applicable state law. Access to Public Meetings: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals requiring special assistance to participate in this meeting may contact the City Clerk’s Office at (707) 942-2807. To facilitate proper arrangements, we kindly request that any requests for reasonable accommodations be submitted at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. Wheelchair access to the Calistoga Community Center and a speaker's microphone are available to all persons. Para obtener la traducción de documentos o asistencia especial para participar en esta reunión, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal al (707) 942-2807. Para facilitar los arreglos adecuados, le solicitamos que cualquier solicitud de adaptaciones razonables se envíe al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión programada. How to Participate - Written Comments: To submit a general public comment or to comment on a specific agenda item, please direct your email to publiccomment@calistogaca.gov. To guarantee that your comments are received and distributed appropriately, the subject line of your email should clearly state “Active Transportation Advisory Committee,” along with the relevant agenda item, if applicable. Comments must be submitted at least four hours prior to the meeting start time to be included in the agenda and posted online. Comments received thereafter, will be made part of the official record and given to the Committee after the meeting. How to Participate - Oral Comments: In accordance with the California Government Code Section 54954.3, members of the public are permitted to address the Active Transportation Advisory Committee during the designated public comment period and in relation to any agenda item under consideration. Each participant has the option to provide their name for the record prior to speaking and will be allotted three (3) minutes for their remarks. The Chair reserves the right to limit public comments should they become irrelevant to the agenda item or if they are repetitive of previous statements. Furthermore, the Chair is responsible for maintaining order and decorum throughout the meeting. 2026 Active Transportation Advisory Committee Work Plan 1. Propose & Implement a Reporting Software Platform 2. Complete the Bike Parklet Public Awareness Campaign 3. Support the Installation of Wayfinding Signage for the Vine Trail 4. Maintain Bike Sticker Program 5. Petrified Forest Bicycle Safety Initiative Research & Present Traffic Calming Proposals and Support AB43 6. Implementation 7. Monitor and Support City Transportation & Circulation Projects 8. Research Policy on "Bikes not Allowed" on Sidewalks Page 2 of 13 Active Transportation Advisory Committee Agenda February 13, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS An opportunity for members of the public to directly address the Committee on topics of interest that are not included on the agenda. Individuals wishing to speak must state their name and address and are requested to limit their comments to four minutes. In accordance with the restrictions set forth by the Brown Act, the Committee is unable to engage in substantive discussions or take action on issues that are not outlined in the agenda. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS Members of the public or other agencies may present information or items of concern to the Committee. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The official vote by the Committee to accept or amend the minutes of previous meetings. 5.1. Approval of draft minutes from the previous regular meeting Active Transportation Advisory Committee - Jan 16 2026 - Minutes - Pdf (Page 5 - 7) 6. AGENDA ITEMS Items for discussion or decision by the Committee. During discussion, Committee members may ask staff questions, and public comments are allowed except during motions. 6.1. Election of Chair of the Committee and Vice Chair of the Committee 6.2. Clinic Ole Active Transportation Plan Discussion 6.3. Washington Street Bike Parklet Signage Update 6.4. E-Bike/Electric Scooter Safety 6.5. Petrified Forest Flashing Bicycle Sign ATAC Statement of Support for Petrified Forest Rd Cycling Safety Improvements (Page 9 - 12) 6.6. Napa Countywide Active Transportation Plan 6.7. Hotel & Resort Bike Stickers 6.8. Traffic Calming Proposal: Lincoln Avenue & Fair Way 6.9. Traffic Calming on Foothill Boulevard, from Petrified Forest to Lincoln 6.10. Discussion of the Street Hazard Reporting Software 6.11. South Oak Street Bridge - Letter of Support Discussion South Oak Street Bridge - Letter of Support Discussion (Page 13) 6.12. Sidewalk Trip Hazards/Gap Closure 6.13. Grant Street Multi-Use Path 7. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS Committee members and subcommittees to present reports on items of general interest or the status of Committee projects. Brief questions for clarification may be asked and answered, and the Committee may request that items be added to a future agenda. However, except in certain circumstances, the Brown Act restricts any further discussion or action by the Committee. Page 3 of 13 Active Transportation Advisory Committee Agenda February 13, 2026 8. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify that the agenda for the Active Transportation Advisory Committee - Feb 13 2026 was duly posted in compliance with California Government Code section 54954(a) at City Hall, located at 1232 Washington Street, Calistoga. David Fradelizio, Active Transportation Advisory Committee Staff Liason, City of Calistoga Planning & Building Department | (707) 942-2827 | planning@calistogaca.gov Page 4 of 13  Item #5.1. MEETING MINUTES Active Transportation Advisory Committee | Friday, January 16, 2026 | 2:00 PM Calistoga Community Center | 1307 Washington Street Calistoga, CA 94515 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL Chair Heth called the regular session to order at 2:03pm. MEMBERS PRESENT: [Aaron Heth, Ivan Miller, Susan Schmiderer, Gerardo Capiel] MEMBERS ABSENT: [Kelly Coudert, Greg Desmond] CITY COUNCIL & [Kevin Eisenberg, David Fradelizio] STAFF PRESENT: 3. PUBLIC COMMENTS 3.1.  Clinic Ole Project: A proposal for a medical facility on Lincoln Ave. The committee requested to agendize this for February. There is a concern from a resident on View Road regarding active transportation/pedestrian-bicycle pathways.  Bike Parking signage: A comment from "John" expressed frustration over the lack of signage of the bike parklet. It was noted that a banner/sign is going to the City Council on the 27th of January. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5.1. Approval of draft minutes from the November regular meeting  The committee reviewed and approved the minutes from the November 14th and December 12th meetings with minor clerical corrections (including adding Member Schmiderer to the attendance). 6. AGENDA ITEMS 6.1. 2026 ATAC Workplan Development Discussion 1. Propose & Implement a Reporting Software Platform 2. Complete the Bike Parklet Public Awareness Campaign 3. Support the Installation of Wayfinding Signage for the Vine Trail 4. Maintain Bike Sticker Program 5. Petrified Forest Bicycle Safety Initiative 6. Research & Present Traffic Calming Proposals and Support AB43 Implementation 7. Monitor and Support City Transportation & Circulation Projects 8. Research Policy on "Bikes not Allowed" on Sidewalks Minutes Page 1 of 3 Page 5 of 13  Item #5.1. Active Transportation Advisory Committee January 16, 2026 6.2. Washington Street Bike Parklet Signage Proposal (Phase I & II)  Flyer for mural contest is viewable here: https://calistogaartcenter.org/bike- parklet-mural  Awaiting approval from the Calistoga Rotary to provide funds for this project, Councilmember Eisenberg will be the liaison between Rotary and the committee.  Finalizing vinyl wrap design. Three quotes were received; the committee is leaning toward the most responsive/affordable options. Funding will come from A Rotary Grant. Motion by Member Schmiderer and seconded by Vice Chair Miller  Submission # 1 passes  Next planning commission (Feb) City Council Motion Carried AYES: Chair Heth, Vice Chair Miller, Member Capiel, and Member Schmiderer NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: Committee Member Coudert 6.3. E-Bike/Electric Scooter Safety  Do more research on E-Bike/Electric Scooter Safety by Kelly 6.4. Crosswalk at Logvy Park (Washington St. and N. Oak St.)  Completed. 6.5. Petrified Forest Flashing Bicycle Sign  The committee moved to have a letter of support written for the City Council's February budget session. Discussion held on " Loop system" (auto-detection) vs. "push button" activation for the flashing lights. 6.6. Napa Countywide Active Transportation Plan  No actions to report 6.7. Hotel & Resort Bike Stickers  Annual Check in Minutes Page 2 of 3 Page 6 of 13  Item #5.1. Active Transportation Advisory Committee January 16, 2026 6.8. Traffic Calming Proposal: Lincoln Avenue & Fair Way  Staff met with Caltrans. Caltrans requires traffic engineering study, estimated to cost $10,000. This will go to Council on the 27th to decide on funding. 6.9. Traffic Calming on Foothill Boulevard, from Petrified Forest to Lincoln  No action to report. 6.10. Discussion of the See Click Fix program  No actions to report 6.11. South Oak Street Bridge  Currently has $300,000 in funding but needs $200,000 more for design. A letter of support will be drafted to advocate for this project during budget sessions. 6.12. Sidewalk Trip Hazards  Public Works continues grinding and repair work if it is less than 1-3 quarter inch in height. A new focus on "gap closure" (continuing fragmented sidewalks) was requested for future discussion. 6.13. Grant Street Multi-Use Path  Update provided on Measure T and the transition to Measure U funding. The project remains on the long-term Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). 7. COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS 8. ADJOURNMENT Chair Heth adjourned the meeting at 3:19pm. City Hall 1232 Washington Street | Calistoga, CA 94515 Phone (707) 942-2805 | Fax: (707) 942-0732 www.ci.calistoga.ca.us Minutes Page 3 of 3 Page 7 of 13 Page 8 of 13  Item #6.5. Feb 2, 2026 Calistoga City Council 1232 Washington Street Calistoga, CA 94515 Re: Budget Allocation for Petrified Forest Road Dynamic Warning System for Cycling Safety On behalf of the Calistoga Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC), we are writing to request the allocation of $35,000 within the public works budget to support the installation of a Dynamic Warning System (DWS) on Petrified Forest Road (PFR) to improve safety for cyclists. This critical safety project was initially reviewed and supported by the ATAC on May 7, 2025. The proposed system addresses significant safety hazards on a 0.6-mile segment of Petrified Forest Road between Foothill Boulevard and Franz Valley School Road. This stretch of roadway is characterized by a dangerously narrow shoulder—often less than a foot wide—along with blind corners and fast-moving traffic frequently exceeding the 35 MPH limit. Despite these hazards, the segment is a vital link for the popular “Franz Valley Loop” cycling route. Data from the Napa County Bicycle Coalition (NCBC) indicates that in 2024, there were 1,545 bicycle trips on this segment, 88% of which turned onto Franz Valley Road. Notably, weekend cycling volume is approximately double that of weekdays, and total bicycle traffic on this segment now exceeds that of Cedar Street. Based also on heatmaps from two popular apps that track cyclists (RidewithGPS and Strava), it is clear that the Franz Valley loop is as popular with cyclists as many other Calistoga Routes (see Figure 1). Beyond the immediate safety benefits, this investment aligns with broader economic goals for the City. As Calistoga navigates shifts in traditional wine tourism, diversifying the local tourism portfolio is essential for long-term economic resilience. Cycling tourism represents a high-value, sustainable growth opportunity (see appendix). Active travelers typically stay longer and engage more deeply with local businesses. By enhancing the safety of critical links like Petrified Forest Road, the City can strengthen its reputation as a premier destination for active travelers, providing a necessary hedge against fluctuations in other sectors. The requested funding will replace the existing static "Share the Road" sign with a solar-charged Dynamic Warning System. This system either uses saw-cut loops in the pavement to automatically detect approaching cyclists or a button pushed by cyclists to trigger flashing LEDs on a Bicycle Warning sign paired with a "Share the Road" plaque. This technology provides a highly visible, real-time alert to motorists only when cyclists are present, similar to successful installations at Colorado National Monument and on Mark West Page 9 of 13  Item #6.5. Springs Road in Sonoma County. The $35,000 budget will cover the system equipment, assessment of the exact installation site, configuration, pavement markings to guide cyclists to the detection loops, and necessary tree trimming to ensure the signs remain visible. This project represents a major step toward fulfilling the Calistoga and Napa Countywide Bike Plan, which identifies this segment of Petrified Forest Road as a future designated "Bike Route". We urge the City Council to prioritize this investment in the safety of our residents and the continued vitality of our local economy. Sincerely, Calistoga Active Transportation Advisory Committee Page 10 of 13  Item #6.5. Figure 1. Darker red lines indicate higher usage by cyclists. Bluer lines indicate less popular routes. Appendix: Data on Economic Benefits of Cycling Tourism ●​ Higher Daily Spend & National Economic Impact: ○​ Source: Bicycling Benefits Business — League of American Bicyclists​ https://bikeleague.org/sites/default/files/Bicycling%20Benefits%20Business.pdf ○​ Fact: Documents the $83 billion annual spend in U.S. "bicycle tourism" and how active travelers contribute significantly more to local economies than motorized tourists. ○​ Source: Bike Tourism for Economic Development — CalBike​ https://www.calbike.org/our_initiatives/healthy_climate_and_communities/bike-t ourism-for-economic-development/ ○​ Fact: Highlights that bicycle travelers stay longer and spend up to 40% more than the average motorized tourist. ●​ Extended Stays and Return Visitation: ○​ Source: Pathways to Prosperity: Economic Impact of Investment in Bicycle Facilities (North Carolina DOT) — Headwaters Economics​ https://headwaterseconomics.org/trail/7-pathways-to-prosperity-bicycle-facilit ies/ Page 11 of 13  Item #6.5. ○​ Fact: The landmark study showing 12% of visitors stayed 3 to 4 days longer specifically to use cycling facilities, and 53% cited infrastructure as a primary influence on their decision to return. ●​ Global Market Growth and Resilience: ○​ Source: Cycle Tourism Market Size, Share, Growth & Forecast — Introspective Market Research​ https://introspectivemarketresearch.com/reports/cycle-tourism-market/ ○​ Fact: Projects a 9.5% CAGR for the global cycle tourism market through 2032, reaching nearly $290 billion. ○​ Source: Cycle Tourism Market Analysis — UnivDatos​ https://univdatos.com/reports/cycle-tourism-market ○​ Fact: Confirms that the market is expanding rapidly due to a generational shift toward sustainable and experiential travel. Page 12 of 13  Item #6.11. DRAFT LETTER Dear Mayor and City Council Members, On behalf of the Calistoga Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC), we are writing to express our strong support for the South Oak Street Bridge project. This project proposes construction of a multi-use bridge across the Napa River, creating a direct active-transportation connection between South Oak Street and North Oak Street. The bridge would signi cantly improve walking and bicycling connectivity between the east and west sides of Calistoga and address a longstanding gap in the City’s transportation network. Our support is based on the following key bene ts: **Closing a Major Network Gap** The Napa River currently presents a barrier to north–south and east–west travel for people walking and biking. This project would provide a direct and convenient crossing where options are presently limited. **Improving Safety** The bridge would create a safer alternative to existing routes where pedestrians and cyclists often mix with vehicle tra c on Berry Street and Lincoln Avenue to cross the river. By o ering a dedicated multi-use facility, the project would reduce con icts and improve overall safety. **Supporting Safe Routes to School** Since the project is located approximately 0.15 miles from Calistoga Elementary School and 0.5 miles from Calistoga Junior/Senior High School, it would establish a safer, more direct pathway for students who walk or bike to school. **Enhancing Access to Community Destinations** The bridge would improve bicycle and pedestrian access to important community facilities, including Logvy Park, the Calistoga Community Pool, the Calistoga Art Center, Sattui Preschool, the Boys & Girls Club, the Calistoga Fairgrounds, Calistoga Elementary School, Calistoga Junior/Senior High School, and the Logvy softball eld. **Serving a Wide Range of Residents** The project would bene t students, families, and seniors by improving access to essential services and recreational opportunities. It would shorten walking and biking routes for many residents and reduce the need to use longer and less comfortable crossings via Berry Street, State Route 29, and the Heather Oaks Park bridge. In particular, the project would improve cross-town access for senior residents of Rancho de Calistoga by extending the reach of existing paths and reducing reliance on high-tra c corridors. ATAC believes the South Oak Street Bridge is a high-value investment in Calistoga’s transportation network. It advances safety, equity, connectivity, and quality of life for residents of all ages and abilities. We respectfully encourage the City Council to continue supporting and advancing this important project. Sincerely, Calistoga Active Transportation Advisory Committee, [contact info] Page 13 of 13 ff fi fl ffi fi ffi fi fi