Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board Monday, September 12, 2016 5:30 – 7 p.m. 777 E. Waterman, Building 200 Wichita Transit Van Maintenance Facility Conference Room Meeting Notes Members Present: Maxine Bostic, Jack Brown, Barry Carroll, James Crowder ,Russell Fox, Jerry Jones, Tom Lasater, Tyler Stutzman, Wendy Tan, George Theoharis Members Absent: Melany Barnes City Staff: Scott Wadle, MAPD, Don Cradduck, Public Works Guests: Lonny Wright, Alan Kailer, Luke Snow Item Description 1. Call to Order: Jack Brown, Chairperson, welcomed City staff and guests. 2. Public Comments: There were no comments from the public. 3. Approve Previous Meeting Notes: The board approved, by consensus, the August 8, 2016 meeting notes. 4. Business Bicycle Recognition: Russel l Fox explained that he is recommending that the Farm Shop, located in the Riverside Neighborhood, be recognized. Russell showed pictures of a bicycle sculpture that is located in front of the business. Russell then introduced Luke Snow, the owner of the Farm Shop. Mr. Snow provided information about the development of the sculpture and the services provided by the business. The Board endorsed Russell’s suggestion and a certificate of appreciation was presented to Mr. Snow. 5. Wichita Bikeways Maintenance: Donald Cradduck, Street Maintenance Supervisor, provided an overview of the City’s maintenance efforts related to bikeways. According to Mr. Cradduck, City crews have completed 95% of inspections of the entire bicycle infrastructure. City crews have made numerous repairs as well. Jerry Jones asked Mr. Cradduck to inspect a section of the River Path, just south of 21st Street, which is in need of stabilization. James Crowder asked if there were any plans to change the flashing amber signal at Woodlawn and the Redbud Path? Jack Brown, Chairperson, suggested that Street Maintenance produce a written report of their annual progress with the bicycle maintenance activities. The board members thanked Mr. Cradduck and his work crews for their maintenance efforts. 6. City of Wichita Grant Application for ‘People First Neighborhood’: Scott Wadle reported that he plans to submit two grants: 1) Kansas Health Foundation for $25K [that has been approved by the City Council] for additional bicycle parking; and 2) Knight Foundation for $40K [authorized by the City Manager] for ‘traffic calming’ applications. Barry Carroll moved [Tom Lasater] to recommend that the City apply for these two grants. Motion carried 10-0. 7. City of Wichita ‘Big Jump’ Grant Application: Scott Wadle reported that this particular grant will be a three year effort to implement ‘green’ [protected] bike 1  lanes. If funded, there would be $100K each year. According to Scott, an area around Wichita State University might be appropriate for this grant. In closing, Scott noted that he will provide an overview for review at the October meeting. 8. Board Member Project Reports:  Barry Carroll reported that City continues with its ‘Street Safety Education Initiative.’ The City Council approved submitting an application for $50,000 in order to implement the proposed bike/ped education campaign. In addition, staff will present a bike/ped educational module to the WPD in 2017.  Maxine Bostic, Tyler Stutzman and Wendy Tan all reported on projects assigned to them as well.  Jack Brown entreated board members to track and report on projects assigned to them. 9. Announcements:  George Theoharis suggested that the board should thank the City’s Legal Department for the passage of the recent ‘Biking Under the Influence’ ordinance.  Jack Brown stated that he will asked City staff to attend a future meeting to discuss the process for private companies locating utilities along bike/ped paths. He will ask for a presentation at the October meeting. 10. Closing Thoughts:  George Theoharis reported on the WIN ‘Next Door’ imitative, his work with the Meade Neighborhood, and his dog ‘Poo or Not to Poo’ project.  Bike Tour 2016: Russell Fox suggested that the board take another bike tour in order to review all the newly completed projects. Scott Wadle agreed to draft a plan and review it at the next meeting.  Maxine Bostic asked if there would be another Board Retreat. Scott stated that December might be an appropriate time for a retreat.  Barry Carroll reported that there is now a ‘bike work station’ [with tools and air pump] installed on the sidewalk on Douglas near the Kansas Health Foundation.  George Theoharis reported that parameters of the new ‘Comprehensive Plan - Core Established Area.’ According to George, a steering committee is being formed to develop a plan and encouraged members to volunteer if possible.  Russell Fox reported that he will make a presentation at an ‘Engage ICT’ event at the Scottish Rights Temple. The topic will be a discussion of the impact of our country’s foreign policies. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Monday, October 10, 2016. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:35 pm. Respectfully submitted, Barry Carroll WBPAB Secretary 2