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Home My WebLink About02-17-09 RTBC FILE ~JCCOG ,.~ m e m 0 ,...... MEETING NOTICE JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee Tuesday, February 17, 2009 - 4:00PM Iowa City Librarv - Meetina Room B AGENDA 1. Call to order; recognize alternates; consider approval of minutes 2. Public discussion 3. Discussion of the Metro Bicycle Master Plan a. Discuss updated pages - Chapter 2 b. Discuss draft recommendations - Chapter 4 c. Public discussion of the Metro Bicycle Master Plan (20 minutes) d. Update on project timeline 4. Discuss the Draft American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Project List 5. Discuss adding a University of Iowa Student Government representative to the RTBC 6. Updates to the JCCOG Trails Map 7. Other business 8. Adjournment Attachments: 1. Draft minutes from the January 20, 2009 RTBC meeting 2. Revisions to the Metro Bicycle Master Plan 3. Letter sent to University of Iowa Student Government regarding representation on RTBC 4. "(Cedar Rapids) taking steps to earn bicycle friendly status," Cedar Rapids Gazette, January 25, 2009 Contact Kris Ackerson, JCCOG Assistant Transportation Planner, at 356-5247 or kristopher- ackerson@iowa-city.orgwith questions. S:\PCD\JCCOG\TRANS\Bike and Ped Planning\RTBC\February\RTBC Agenda Items.doc Page 1 =- =:JCCOG == - ~ ;:-~ m e m 0 ,...... Date: February 11, 2009 To: JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee From: Kris Ackerson, Kent Ralston; Assistant Transportation Planners Re: February 17, 2009 Agenda Items Agenda Item #3a: Discuss updated pages - Chapters 2 At your January 20th meeting, draft chapter 2 of the Metro Bicycle Master Plan was reviewed. Please review the updated pages in your packet, including the updated analysis of bicycle collisions. Please forward any additional questions or comments you may have about Chapter 2 to Kristopher- Ackerson@iowa-city.org, or by phone at 356-5247. Agenda Item #3b: Discuss draft recommendations - Chapter 4 Based on feedback you provided at your January 20th meeting, as well as input gathered from staff of participating entities, we have updated both the system-wide and individual municipal recommendations in Chapter 4. Please review these recommendations with vour colleaQues to ensure they are consistent with your community's plans and policies. The recommendations are available online at: htto://www.iccoa.ora/whatwedo/transoortation/activities/bicvclePlan.htm Agenda Item #3d: Update on the project timeline The Metro Bicycle Master Plan planning process is expected to follow this timeline: 0' August 5th, 2008 - Kick-off meeting with RTBC (complete) 0' August/September - Meet with city staff (on-going) 0' September - Coralville / North Liberty / Tiffin / Johnson Co. Workshop (complete) 0' October - Iowa City / Univ. Heights / University of Iowa Community Workshop (complete) 0' October - Online survey (complete) 0' November - Meet with Tiffin, University Heights, and school districts staff (complete) 0' November - Summary of community workshops and draft chapters for RTBC 0' January 2009 - Draft Plan, including recommendations submitted to RTBC for review 0' February - Draft Plan, including recommendations, submitted to RTBC for review · March and April - Public comment period on draft · April- Draft plan submitted to JCCOG TTAC and Board for consideration · May - Public open house during Bike to Work Week · May - Plan forwarded to JCCOG member entities for consideration S:\PCD\JCCOG\TRANS\Bike and Ped Planning\RTBC\February\RTBC Agenda Items.doc Page 2 Agenda Item #4: Discuss the Draft American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Project List The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) is a proposed federal economic stimulus package focused on improving our nation's infrastructure. While the proposed legislation does not specifically allocate funds to improve our nations trail network, it does not preclude those projects from receiving funds allocated to local jurisdictions. JCCOG has been apprised by the Iowa DOT that JCCOG may be allocated approximately $3.6 million in federal economic stimulus funds for transportation infrastructure in the Iowa City Urbanized Area. JCCOG solicited for project ideas from JCCOG-entity representatives at the January 20th Transportation Technical Advisory Committee meeting. The proposed projects, as well as a letter sent to JCCOG Public Input Process Organizations, are attached for review. We will keep you apprised of new developments as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act legislation unfolds. The JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board will make the final decision on project funding; the ARRA Funds distributed through JCCOG are for projects within the Urbanized Area. I will be available at your February 17th meeting to answer any questions you may have. Agenda Item #5: Discuss adding a University of Iowa Student Government representative to the RTBC At your January 20th meeting, you voted to invite a new voting member from the University of Iowa Student Government to join the RTBC. When the RTBC was formed, the JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board intended each entity to have equal representation. Staff recommends amending your decision to invite a voting representative of the UISG to reflect the original intent of the JCCOG Board. Please be prepared to amend your decision by inviting a non-voting representative of UISG to future RTBC meetings. Alternatively, the University of Iowa may decide to select a different representative (Le., UISG) or keep their current representative. Agenda Item #6: Updates to the JCCOG Trails Map JCCOG is currently in the process of updating the existing version of the Urbanized Area Trails Map for spring 2009. The new version of the map will include additional bicycle facilities, such as bike lanes and striped shoulders. Agenda Item #7: Other business Agenda Item #8: Adjournment S:\PCD\JCCOG\TRANS\Bike and Ped Planning\RTBC\February\RTBC Agenda Items.doc Page 3 MINUTES JCCOG REGIONAL TRAILS AND BICYCLING COMMITTEE TUESDAY, January 20th 2009 IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY - MEETING ROOM A DRAFT MEMBERS PRESENT: Terry Dahms, Louise From, Brian Loring, Terrence Neuzil, Royce Phillips, Sherri Proud, Michelle Ribble Shelly Simpson, Terry Trueblood Ryan Baker, Del Holland, Nick Maddix, Bob Oppliger, Larry Wilson MEMBERS ABSENT: OTHERS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: CALL TO ORDER Kristopher Ackerson, Brock Grenis Ackerson called the meeting to order at 4:05 pm. Ackerson welcomed Terrence Neuzil to the RTBC committee as the replacement for Sally Stutsman for Johnson County. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE NOVEMBER 25th, 2008 MEETING The motion to approve the November 25th, 2008 minutes was made by Dahms and seconded by Loring. The motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC DISCUSSION Holland commented on the heavy use of the recently completed Court Hill Trail, even in the colder weather that has recently plagued the region. Another public person commented that the city has been doing an excellent job of clearing snow from the Court Hill Trail, noting that often times it is cleared within twenty-four hours of a snowfall. AGENDA ITEM #3 DISCUSSION OF THE METRO BICYCLE MASTER PLAN 3a. UPDATE ON PROJECT TIMELlNE Ackerson explained that the current timeline for the master plan is on-schedule, and has so far gone smoothly. Ackerson noted that the next steps will be to allow public comment on the draft plan which should occur in March or April. A public open house to discuss the plan that would coincide with bike-to-work week activities was also mentioned. Loring asked how staff plans on soliciting public input and notifying the public for the draft-plan discussion. Ackerson explained that JCCOG has several standard practices to gain public input, including mass e-mail of people who attended previous public workshop meetings, announcements via the JCCOG website, and committee members spreading word for each community they represent. 3b. DISCUSS DRAFT CHAPTERS 1, 2, AND 3 Ackerson mentioned that draft chapters should be thought of as working documents that are not finalized and should be used as guidance towards the final chapters in the master plan. Ackerson went on to highlight some important aspects of chapter one including the guiding principles, a brief history of bicycle planning and trail networks in the area, and an updated project timeline. Dahms highlighted the history of bicycle planning for the urbanized area, and mentioned that this is an important and interesting aspect of the plans introduction. Ackerson then went over aspects of chapter two, noting the inclusion of the bicycle facility inventory for each community that is essential if and when a community wishes to apply for a bicycle friendly community designation. This updated inventory includes wide sidewalks, wide curb lanes, and the prospect of shared lane arrows. Ackerson then referenced the public/private partnerships portion of the plan, along with a map showing the location of bicycle collisions from Iowa DOT data. Ackerson mentioned highlights of draft chapter three, noting the detailed explanation of the public participation process along with an updated map showing priorities for on-street bicycle accommodations from the input gathered from the community workshops. 3c. DISCUSS DRAFT RECOMMENDATIONS - CHAPTER 4 Ackerson explained components of chapter four, noting three categories of recommendations: system-wide, community level, and large-scale bicycle infrastructure. Ackerson pointed out that final on-street recommendations will be displayed on a map to better display their locations, which will be included in the next revision of the plan Dahms commented that he felt on overall sense of favoring bike lanes has developed which contrasts past attitudes that disapproved of designated bike lanes. Dahms also mentioned that the notion of sharrows to better allow on-street travel of bicycles is promising and could ultimately aid in allowing bicyclists to feel more comfortable riding in traffic instead of on the edge of a street. Ribble mentioned the idea of changing the recommendation to communities of cleaning and maintaining bike lanes from the spring season to year round. Ackerson summarized the system-wide education recommendation by saying the needs for young cyclists are quite different than those for older cyclists, and much of the education efforts should focus on the youth. In summarizing the system-wide encouragement recommendation, Ackerson explained that a network of way-finding signs and maps showing bike corridors should be established. Ackerson then referenced a map showing proposed bike corridors that consist of primary and secondary routes. Dahms asked how the route signs would be funded. Ackerson answered that each community would be responsible for way-finding signs that reside in their jurisdiction. Neuzil asked if the proposed bike corridors had been presented to Johnson County engineers because several of the routes are on chip-sealed roads. Ackerson replied that JCCOG had sent an e- mail to the engineers but have not received a reply. Neuzil then commented that it may be a good idea if JCCOG staff present preliminary ideas and recommendations to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors so that they are aware of future projects that may require funding after the master plan is established. Proud also mentioned that JCCOG staff may want to present similar ideas to the Coralville City Council so that they are aware of upcoming projects. Ackerson summarized the system-wide enforcement recommendation by saying he had received much feedback from the public meetings regarding the use of bike headlights and reflectors at night. Ackerson noted that an Iowa City Police Lieutenant had contacted him and assured Ackerson that if and when the recommendation to begin more stringent enforcement of bicycle reflector laws was passed, he would notify patrol officers to begin paying more attention to violators. Ackerson summarized the system-wide evaluation recommendation by explaining the goal of achieving a platinum designation as a bicycle friendly community from the League of American Bicyclists, as well as the process to achieve such a designation. The committee discussed whether the metro area should consider applying for a bike friendly designation, but decided it should remain in the hands of each community. The committee then recommended that the master plan include a timeline for each community to apply for a bike-friendly designation. Phillips commented that the proposed bike corridors do not include a route that connects Tiffin to other bikeways. Ackerson explained that on-street recommendations for this plan are different from the trail networks identified elsewhere, and that an attempt to not duplicate ideas and recommendations in the JCCOG Johnson County shared use trails plan has been made. Neuzil commented that a recommendation for Johnson County may be appropriate that refers to completing a trail that would connect to Cedar Rapids. 3d. PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF THE METRO BICYCLE MASTER PLAN Wilson noted that street widths pertaining to proposed bike lanes and other on-street bicycle facilities should be better addressed in the plan, as should maintenance of such facilities. Holland mentioned that it may be a good idea to include the Hoover Nature Trail in the master plan recommendations. Holland also commended the plan's efforts to designate bike corridors as this clearly demonstrates a strong desire by the communities to truly be bike friendly. Oppliger commented that the committee should explore the prospect of including a student representative on the RTBC committee because much of the reasoning and recommendations associated with certain plans relate to college students. The committee then discussed what type of student should be sought and whether or not they would be a voting member. The committee decided that Ribble should seek out a qualified candidate due to her ties with the university. Loring moved the motion to appoint a University of Iowa student to the RTBC committee and was seconded by Phillips. The motion carried unanimously. AGENDA ITEM #4 DISCUSSION OF THE IOWA CITY BICYCLE PARKING ORDINACE Ackerson gave an update of the bicycle parking ordinance as it relates to properties on Gilbert Street directly south of Burlington Street by saying the area is zoned CB-5 and is exempt from commercial parking requirements. Ackerson then stated that the bicycle master plan would include a recommendation that Iowa City re-evaluate their bicycle parking ordinance to address bike parking exemptions. Ribble asked if the Iowa City Council has made any progress on regulating moped parking at downtown bike racks. Ackerson stated that the issue is currently being considered by Iowa City's new parking and transportation director and that JCCOG has studied the issue and completed surveys of bike racks to make a recommendation to the parking and transportation director. AGENDA ITEM #5 DISCUSSION OF THE BICYCLE COMMUTER TAX CREDIT Ackerson explained the bicycle-related legislation adopted by Congress as part of the federal bailout package that would allow employers to provide a fringe benefit of $20 per month to employees that bike to work. Ackerson noted that the IRS is reviewing the legislation in order to issue guidance to employers. AGENDA ITEM #6 OTHER BUSINESSS Loring commended Kris Ackerson and JCCOG for their work on the Metro Area Bicycle Master Plan to date along with the energy put forth to improve biking in the urbanized area. The tentative date for the next RTBC meeting was set for Tuesday, February 1 ih at 4:00 pm, likely to be held at the Iowa City Public Library. ADJOURNMENT At 5:35 pm Proud moved to adjourn and was seconded by Dahms. **DRAFT** . University of Iowa Eckstein Medical Research Building (south entrance) University of Iowa Medical Research Center (north entrance) University of Iowa Nursing Building (south entrance) . . Bike lockers are rented for a small fee at the following location: · Court Street Multimodal Transportation Parking Ramp (Court Street and South Dubuque Street) Bike corrals are provided in the following- location: · Universitv of Iowa Hospital Parking- Ramp 2 (east and southwest entrances) and Ramp 4 (north entrance) PrivatelPublic Partnerships - The City of Coralville provides free operational space to the Iowa Bicycle Coalition, which works statewide to promote cycling as safe and enjoyable recreation and transportation. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit group was launched by bicycling advocates from across Iowa and represents road riders, mountain bikers, recreation riders, and commuters. Since 2004, approximately 700 people have checked out bicycles at the Iowa City Bike Library, which seeks to increase ridership through education. The City of Iowa City provides free operational space in the John Wilson Building, and Environmental Advocates, a local nonprofit, acts as a fiscal agent for the Bike Library. The Bicyclists of Iowa City (BIC) contributed money for a second fully equipped self- serve bike maintenance workbench. The Bike Library depends on volunteer labor for all operations, including repairs, salvage, education courses, and rental bench work, for a total of 1,092 volunteer hours in 2008. In addition to its core mission, the Iowa City Bike Library also seeks to divert bicycles from the landfill. In 2007, over 7000 pounds of metal were recycled at a local scrap yard and 660 pounds of bike tires and tubes were recycled through the City of Iowa City's tire recycling program. Bicycle Collisions Analysis of the 273 documented on-street collisions in Johnson County between 2001 and 2007 revealed several trends. First. more than half of all on-street collisions involved cyclists 22 years old or young-er. which sug-g-ests that education efforts could be focused on this demog-raphic (Figure 11). Second. of the on-street collisions where safety eQuipment was checked. only 25 percent of cyclists were Page 20 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT. **DRAFT** wearing helmets (not required bv law) and none had lights on their bicycles (reauired bv state and local code). Fiaure 11: Aae of cyclists in collisions in Johnson County. 2001-2007 70 60 1 Half of all bicycle collisions involve cyclists under the age of 22. 50 ~ c ~ 40 "0 v w ]. 30 iii . I I I I I I . I . . . 20 10 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 0/ 0"~'" <0 ..," ..,'" "," ",'" "," ",'" ~" ~'" '0" '0'" '0" '0'" 'I" 'I'" 0.<1: Aie of Cyclist Source: Iowa Department of Transportation data. 2001-2007: Analysis from "Bicycle Collisions in Johnson County." by P. Knapp. S. Knoploh-Odole. L. Levy. J. Rosenbera. and S. Snyder: University of Iowa Department of Urban & Reaional Plannina: 2008. Of the bike collisions that occur on-street. a substantial number of collisions occur in the fall when students return to school (Figure 12). These statistics suggest that educational outreach should be targeted toward young adults and that enhanced education of bike light and reflector laws could reduce collision rates. Fiaure 12: Aae of cyclists in collisions in Johnson County. 2001-2007 60 50 11111 U;.. Collisions increase when students begin the school year. j 40 '8 30 i is 20 10 'I I I ...~~ _..71<;\ .!..is 'h.~~ ~7t~ ~f::oe ~4, ~".... ~e'" ~e'" ';9i- ':Q-b ~v~v.., l '\ ~,,"~ec$'o-e~'l,~ \'rJ ~qs> ~~~ 0 ~4 (;)r/i Source: Iowa Department of Transportation data. 2001-2007: Analysis from "Bicycle Collisions in Johnson County." by P. Knapp. S. Knoploh-Odole. L. Levy. J. Rosenbera. and S. Snyder: University of Iowa Department of Urban & Reaional Plannina: 2008. Not surprisingly. streets with high numbers of cyclists traveling with medium to high volumes of vehicles tend to experience higher rates of bike collisions. Burlington Street. Gilbert Street. and Dodge Street are the most common corridors with collisions (Table 1). On-street pavement markings. such as bike lanes and sharrows. are a common . DRAFT' JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 21 **DRAFT** tool on roadways where traffic yolumes and speeds lead to conflicts between vehicles and bicycles (see map below), ..' Bicycle Collision Injuries . Major InjUlY . Minor Injury . Possible/Unknown . Property Damage Only Bikeways - Bike Lane - Signed Shared Roadway -Trail Paved Shoulder ..... Planned Trail Proposed Paved Shoulder -- Unpaved I Mt. Bike L:l Hospital : Education Fadlily ~I II Prepared by: Krlstopner Acierson Prepared: Septemoer 25. 2008 Page 22 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT. **DRAFT** Table 1: Street seaments with hiahest bicycle collisions (includes collisions from 1998 - 2007) Streets Burlington St. Gilbert St. Dodge St. First Ave. Dubuque St. Lakeside Dr. Termini Madison St. & Muscatine Ave. Ronalds St. & Hwy 6 & beyond Brown St. & Kirkwood St. Court St. & Hwy 6 Park Rd. & Washington St. Whispering Prairie Ave & Regal Lane Bike Collisions 20 15 12 9 7 5 Source: Iowa Department of Transportation data. 2001-2007: Analvsis from "Bicvcle Collisions in Johnson Countv." bv P. KnapP. S. Knoploh-Odole. L. Lew. J. Rosenberq. and S. SnYder: University of Iowa Department of Urban & Reqional Planninq: 2008. Of collisions that occur on-road. bicycle collisions occur more frequently during the week (84 percent). rather than on weekend days (Figure 13). Fiaure 13: Distribution of collisions by day of week in Johnson County. 2001-2007 84 percent of collisions occur during commuting. 60 50 &40 I I ;! 830 I ! ,_ 20 .. 10 I /)",,, .p" ,p"''' .p" '" 1;"''' /9''' 0'" "-,,,e ",'" ,,' ~i..~ ...s: ,/" ~ ~.t> ~ 'i. Source: Iowa Department of Transportation data. 2001-2007: Analvsis from "Bicvcle Collisions in Johnson Countv." bv P. Knapp, S. Knoploh-Odole. L. Lew. J. Rosenberq. and S. Snyder: University of Iowa Department of Urban & Reqional Planninq: 2008. To limit collisions with bicycles. cities must realize that no "silver bullet" solution exists. The skill levels of cyclists vary dramatically. from the experienced cyclists who ride daily and prefer safe. direct routes to inexperienced youth who ride to school. parks. and close-to- home destinations. Depending on their experience. cyclists use various combinations of bikeways to reach their destinations. and therefore no one facility will meet all cyclists' needs. However. a large segment of the cycling population fall somewhere in- between these two extremes. including many more potential cyclists who do not ride regularly now. but would likely do so if a safer system existed. * DRAFT * JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 23 **DRAFT** Education System-wide Recommendation: Facilitate bicycle safety through 1) public service announcements targeted at young adults; 2) drivers' education classes; and 3) elementary schools' physical education classes. There are major differences in the bicycling abilities, behavioral patterns, and learning capacities of different bicyclists and other road users. For example, children have different physical and psychological abilities than adult bicyclists, young drivers exhibit different behaviors and driving skills than older drivers, and college age bicyclists may be reached through educational outlets that differ from those of other groups. Because of this, educational programs need to be tailored to the specific audiences they intend to address and to the behaviors they seek to modify"". City staff and residents at both bike plan workshops prioritized three user groups where bicycle safety education should be focused: 1. Youth cyclists 2. Young adults (as cyclists and motorists) 3. A^..:dulto (as eyeliots and HlCltonoto) Local motorists and cyclists expressed the following common bicycle- related problems should be addressed locally through education: . Bicyclists ignoring traffic signals and signs. . Bicyclists riding unpredictably and failing to signal before turning. . Motorists don't safely pass bicyclists. . Motorists cutting bicyclists off or driving too closely. Numerous resources are available for staff. Local entities should take advantage of opportunities to partner with local advocacy groups and education outlets, including the Bicyclists of Iowa City, Downtown Optimists, Iowa Bicycle Coalition, Iowa City Bike Library, Johnson County Trails Foundation, and local League of American Bicyclists certified instructors. These entities should develop education, encouragement, and enforcement programs that parallel the development of bikeways and promote a eompF0h0noi~lo "Sh1lF0 tho Road" eampmgn "sharing the road" to educate motorists and bicyclists of their rights and responsibilities. The website bicyclinginfo.org, a partnership between the Federal Highway Administration and University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center, provides curricula and materials for age specific outreach. Page 38 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT' **DRAFT** Encou ragement System-wide Recommendation: Implement a coordinated way-finding system on trails and roadways across the Urbanized Area to assist route finding. Trail Signage An unexpected outcome of the growing trail network in the Urbanized Area is the challenge of navigating nearby communities. Plotting routes to and from popular destinations, including trails, is frustrating for trail users (JCCOG Bicycle Survey, 2008). Many neighborhood trailheads, for example, offer no street signs or bearing to nearby destinations like shopping areas, parks, schools, or other trailheads. Trails in the Urbanized Area traverse multiple jurisdictions. The Iowa River Corridor Trail, for example, passes through Iowa City, Coralville, Johnson County, and the University of Iowa. To aid trail users and advertize amenities, the JCCOG entities could pursue a coordinated system of way-finding signs. For example, the Quad Cities are installing a creative network of signs identify the jurisdiction and nearby attractions (Figure 18). l Figure 18: Way-finding signs direct trail users to popular attractions in the Quad Cities. Alternatively, the existing trail way-finding signage could be expanded to cover all trails longer than 0.5 miles (Figure 19). Local funding could match grant funds provided by state and federal DOT Transportation Enhancements programs. Primary Bike Routes - Signed Io'l Figure 3: Trail way- finding sign on Iowa River Corridor Trail; photo by Kent Ralston. Signed bicycle routes serve two functions: 1) bike routes help new cyclists find common routes to/from key destinations throughout the Urbanized Area (i.e., schools, hospitals, parks, downtown, etc.); and 2) bike routes funnel cyclists onto popular corridors where motorists anticipate bicycles. ** DRAFT** Page 39 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan **DRAFT** Although bicycles are allowed on all streets, cyclists often use streets parallel to arterial streets, which are unfamiliar to less experienced cyclists. The lower traffic volumes and speeds make these parellel routes popular among cyclists - College Street is a popular alternative to Burlington Street, for example. As part of the planning process, JCCOG staff received input from local cyclists to identify future bike routes. Based on public input and cycling patterns, all JCCOG entities could sign bike routes outlined in the following map to funnel bicycles onto streets where motorists will anticipate bicycles. All bike routes signs should: 1. Include the destination, distance, and direction to landmarks like "North Liberty Recreation Center, Public Library, Morrison Park, etc." (Figure 20);" and 2. Be installed periodically, at all turns, and at major street intersections to ensure a continuous route. r" , ~ Figure 20: Bicycle boulevard signs in Denver, CO. Traffic calming measures could be considered where traffic speeds and volumes along signed bike routes warrant - creating at bicycle boulevard. The purpose of a bicyCle boulevard is to improve bicycle safety by having or creating one or more of the following conditions: . Low traffic volumes (or bike lanes where traffic volumes are moderate): . Traffic calming to discourage cut-through vehicle traffic: . Traffic controls to help bicycles cross arterial roads: and . A distinctive look so cyclists identify the bike boulevard and motorists realize it is a priority route for bicyclists. Examples exist in a bicycle friendly cities. including Berkeley. California: Emervville. California. Palo Alto. California: San Luis Obispo. California: Portland. Oregon: Eugene. Oregon: and Vancouver. British Columbia. Generally speaking. any street that is a potential cut-through for motorists can be converted to a bicycle boulevard. Secondary Bike Routes - Unsigned Secondary bike routes are recommended for cycling because of low traffic volumes and connectivity to key destinations. To help new cyclists navigate the trail and road network, the following maps illustrates secondary bike routes, which could be promoted by JCCOG entities through online and printed maps, including the annual Metro Area Trails Map. Page 40 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT. " DRAFT" * * T * * D R A F " 21!L'j T",~~ ,50 ST NW ..1 ~I ~ -~ 260 ST ~w Mountain Bike IU 1111 II 1 PI anned Primary Bike R ___ PI oute anned Seconda . . ry Bike Route . Education Facility Hospitai '" ", ~!! 4~?,.~1 SE :; Prepare' ---- d by. Krlstopher Ackerson Prepared: JBI'luary S, 2009 JCCOG M etro Bicycle M aster Plan Page 41 * * D RAFT** -, l ~ I ...., ___--==c~~~"'~ I , - ~)- - - - Planned Secondary Bike Rou1es -Trail Commercial Land Use _ University of Iowa .: Education Facility m Hospital k----y:., . / .1,1 1'/) ~~/ r-4 ,,- o Prepared by; Knstopher Ack~rson Prepl!lred: January 6. 2009 Page 42 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT' **DRAFT** Evaluation System-wide Recommendation: Achieve the platinum ((Bicycle Friendly Community" designation from the League of American Bicyclists. In order to evaluate local 'bicycle friendliness', it is important that an outside organization review the policies, programs, and infrastructure that are provided to the cycling community. To do this, it is recommended that each of the JCCOG member communities form a Platinum. Biking Planning Committee with. the overall goal of achieving pursue the Platinum designation by the League of American Bicyclists Bicycle Friendly Community Program. The existing JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee could adopt thio goal and serve as the steering committee. The League of American Bicyclists (LAB) is a nationwide nonprofit organization that strives to protect the rights of cyclists and promotes the use of bicycles for fun, fitness and transportation. The Bicycle Friendly Communities campaign is an awards program that recognizes municipalities that actively support bicycling. To become a bicycle friendly community, the LAB reviews municipal applications for compliance within five categories (Engineering, Education, Encouragement, Enforcement, and Evaluation), and bestows bronze, silver, gold, or platinum designations to qualified applicants. Since each community provides different policies, programs, and infrastructure to the bicycling community, each municipality would likely submit an individual bike friendly community application; rather than one regional application. To complete the application, JCCOG municipalities should charge a staff member with completing the application. The application could be reviewed by the JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee prior to submittal. All 'bicycle friendly community' applicants receive feedback from the LAB regarding strengths and weaknesses of their application. As such, the application process (regardless of the outcome), is a great way for communities to evaluate any shortcomings in terms bike access. Since LAB designations expire after four years, communities must exhibit progress to either maintain their designation status or receive a higher award. Since continual progress must be made, the award ultimately acts as a catalyst for improvement. More information on the Bicycle Friendly Community program can be found at: www.bikeleague.org. Page 44 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT. **DRAFT** Community Recommendations In addition to the preceding system-wide recommendations, which apply to all JCCOG entities, the following individual community recommendations address unique needs of each JCCOG entity. The recommendations are not listed in order of priority. Except where otherwise noted, communities should maintain programs and facilities outlined in Chapter 2. City of Coralville Based on public input and the 5 E's of bicycle and pedestrian planning, the City of Coralville could consider implementing the following recommendations to become more bicycle-friendly: o Consider adopting Complete Streets Policy to ensure newly constructed roads accommodate vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and transit. o Pursue the Recommended Infrastructure Projects (see next section), as well as the trails and wide sidewalks in the approved JCCOG Trails Plan. o Offer public bike lockers and covered bike parking. o Adopt a bicycle parking ordinance requiring bike racks when properties change use and at new multi-family residential and commercial developments, (e.g., grocery stores, shopping centers, and restaurants). o Review street sweeping schedule to ensure high priority bike corridors are cleaned seasonally. o Consider locating pedestrian/bicyclist push buttons on sidewalks where cvclists can access them without dismounting, City of Iowa City Based on public input and the 5 E's of bicycle and pedestrian planning, the City of Iowa City could consider implementing the following recommendations to become more bicycle-friendly: o Pursue the Recommended Infrastructure Projects (see next section), as well as the trails and wide sidewalks in the approved JCCOG Long Range Multi-Modal Transportation Plan. DEvaluate reverting Washington Street to two-wav in the downtown portion. o Evaluate reducing Madison Street from four lanes to three lanes and installing bike lanes or wide curb lanes, ** DRAFT** JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 45 **DRAFT** o Reduce the number of mopeds parking at bicycle racks in the downtown area. o Consider amending the bike parking ordinance regarding the locations, number, and exceptions for downtown properties _ especially grocery stores, shopping centers, and restaurants _ as well as multi-family residential developments. o Consider locating additional sheltered bike racks in visible and accessible sites in paI'king ram.po Downtown Iowa City. o Consider implementing bike corrals in the downtown area. o Review street sweeping schedule to ensure high priority bike corridors are cleaned seasonally. o Consider locating pedestrian/bicvclist push buttons on sidewalks where cyclists can access them without dismounting. Cities of North Liberty, Tiffin, and University Heights Based on public input and the 5 E's of bicycle and pedestrian planning, the Cities of North Liberty, Tiffin, and University Heights could consider implementing the following recommendations to become more bicycle-friendly: o Consider adopting Complete Streets Policy to ensure newly constructed roads accommodate vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and transit. o Promote Bike-to-Work Month. o Pursue the trails and wide sidewalks in the approved JCCOG Trails Plan. o Consider adopting a bicycle parking ordinance requiring bike racks when properties change use and at new multi-family residential and commercial developments, (e.g., grocery stores, shopping centers, and restaurants). o Consider locating pedestrian/bicvclist push buttons on sidewalks where cvclists can access them without dismounting. University of Iowa Based on public input and the 5 E's of bicycle and pedestrian planning, the University of Iowa could consider implementing the following recommendations to become more bicycle-friendly: o Consider developing and adopting a Complete Streets Policy to ensure newly constructed roads accommodate vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians, and transit. Page 46 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan * DRAFT * *""DRAFT*" o Create and disseminate "Share the Raad" public service annauncements far bFoadeast OR uni~:orsity radia and tolo~:ioian otatiano d1:lriRg tho fall. o Pramate Bike-ta-Wark Manth. o Explare appartunities ta dovolap support a bike sharing ar bike library pragram ta increase ridership thraugh provisian af discaunted bicycles. o ~ Review an-campus bike parking opoeifieationo demand to ensure adequate numboro and typoo of bike parkiRg at no~,v and ro dovolopod facilities for all university buildings. o Inotall biko earrieFO on Cambus yohieloo. o Offer mere covered bike parking, bike carrals, at parking otrueturoo and publie bike lockers where feasible. o Offer an "urban commuter cycling clinic" that is apen to the public through Touch the Earth. v:hieh o~:orooes tho Lifetimo Leiouro Skills elaooeo (Departmont 110:000), The elaoo eould aloo be available fOF eFedit similar to the Oluoting Bieyele TouriRg and Mountain BikiRg elaooeo. o Implement bike eorralo in eaRgostod biko parking areao. o Publiei!i3e tho North Campuo Parking Ramp "biko elevatar." o Publish a bicycle cammuter guide illustrating sheltered racks, bike lockers, and available shower facilities. o Review street sweeping schedule ta ensure high priority bike corridars are cleaned seasanally. Johnson County, Iowa Based an public input and the 5 E's of bicycle and pedestrian planning, the Jahnson County could consider implementing the fallowing recammendatians to become more bicycle-friendly: o Consider adopting Complete Streets Palicy ta ensure newly constructed roads accommadate anticipated vehicles and bicycles. o Pursue the Recammended Infrastructure Projects (see next section), as well as the trails and wide sidewalks in the approved JCCOG Trails Plan. o Promate Bike-to-Work Manth by proclaiming May "Bike Month." o Sign and pramote rural bike routes using way-finding signs that provide the directian, distance, and destinations for papular rautes (e.g., Sugar Bottam Loop, Reservoir Dam Laap, and Hills Laop). ** DRAFT** JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 47 -. . - -- .~-"-'-~-~~_N~__~'_--'______~_~_____'''__.~'''_''''''_'m'___......, **DRAFT** o Install bicycle parking at all public buildings in the urbanized area. Johnson County Council of Governments Based on public input and the 5 E's of bicycle and pedestrian planning, the Johnson County Council of Governments could consider implementing the following recommendations to become more bicycle- friendly: o Analyze peak hour counts for bicycle commuting on-street. o Implement spot maintenance request form for bike facilities online. o Distribute articles in local newspapers and newsletters regarding bicycle related events. o Provide educational materials on the JCCOG website, including local resources and services. o Create an online trio maker/map Quest service that enables residents to enter their address and destination to identify a safe route to the destination. o Monitor bike commuting rates at key locations, including but not limited to College Street and Melrose Avenue in Iowa City. o Promote Bike-to-Work Week events and planning. o Publish a bicvcle commuter guide illustrating sheltered racks. bike lockers. and public shower facilities. o Create "Share the Road" public service announcements for broadcast on local radio and television stations - focusing airing during the fall. o Offer personal route finding service online to all residents through www.JCCOG.org. Page 48 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan * DRAFT * **DRAFT** Recommended Infrastructure Projects The following projects were identified by the public during the planning process for the Metro Bicycle Master Plan as high priorities. The projects described in this section are infrastructure projects staff believes exhibit merit and should bo further investigated by the appropriate munieipality. The following prejeets should be eonsidered in additicm to the planned trail and wide Elidov:a.lk network adopted in the JCCOG 2(,)(,)7 2035 Long Re,nge .Multi 1I1ede,l TmnsfJerte,tion Ple,n (page X). Note: JCCOG staff developed cost estimates for planning purposes only - actual project costs require engineering evaluation. Coralville A. 1st Avenue Trail - Construct a trail adjacent to 1st Avenue (cost estimate - $250,000). Project Justification: north/south link between Coralville north and south of the Interstate 80. B. Clear Creek Trail - Trail connection between Coralville and Tiffin (connection to Kent Park and the Amana Colonies) (cost estimate - $ 500.000). Proiect Justification: connection to Tiffin and Kent Park. Iowa City C. Washington Street Lane Change - Evaluate changing Washington Street (between Linn Street and Clinton Street) from the existing one-way (eastbound) to a two-way street, or to a single lane eastbound with a contra-flow bike lane (cost estimate - $5,000 to 250,000), Project Justification: improve bicycle access through downtown. D. Linder RoadlWaterworks Park Trail Connection - Construct a direct trail connection from North Dubuque Street (opposite Linder Road) to the Waterworks Prairie Trail system to the west (cost estimate - $40,000). Project Justification: east/west link between Iowa City to Coralville. "" DRAFT"" JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 49 * * o R A F T * * ---1 I I ) p ~I ~ ffi z '" -~ :z ,U < ~ ~ i .. / \ \ I \ '~<'iU ::> '\; j --;-~-r(,",~"'L"'" I, _ \ 15 .J ~''\., ~. ~o'" ~ :r( IN~~ "E"'~::l- ""~~;--r ~;) ,,~'5Y }, / L, ~~ 0---/"( i . '\ ~A~~ .._~~/.. .....:...."" 340 8T SW -, , w ~ >- ~ '- _n _ \_~ ::> ;: m <Jl ----. ~---- ...-L....-! IWV RP ",W ~ " > ~ 400 ST SW ",. %--. -r~-..- ~ W ~ ,-).. \ii -}"':' ~ ;, 0] ~ ROI-tRET RD Sill Metro Bikeways -Trail Mountain Bike - Bike Lane Prepared by: K(lstopher Ackerson Prtpared: January 6, 2009 Page 50 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT' **DRAFT** E. Peninsula Pedestrian Bridge - Construct pedestrian bridge from Rocky Shore Drive (opposite River Street) to Peninsula Park (cost estimate - $1.3 million). Project Justification: access to the Peninsula Dog Park, Disc Golf Course, and Coralville. F. Iowa River Corridor Trail Extension - Extend the Iowa River Corridor Trail south to Oak Crest Hill Road (cost estimate - $1.0 million); property acquisition could be an obstacle. Project Justification: link from Iowa City to the municipal airport, Johnson County Fairgrounds, Sand Lake Park, and nearby residences. G. Highway 6 Wide Sidewalk Extension - Extend the existing Highway 6 wide sidewalk from Taylor Drive east to Lakeside Drive (cost estimate - $1.2 million). Project Justification: link southeast neighborhoods to commercial areas. H. Highwav 1 Wide Sidewalk Extension - Construct a wide sidewalk from the existing Iowa River Corridor Trail (east of S. Riverside Drive) to Mormon Trek Boulevard (cost estimate - $1.5 million). Project Justification: currently no bicycle/pedestrian accommodations exist within the Highway 1 West corridor. I. North Dubuque Street Pedestrian Bridge - Construction of a separated bridge adjacent to the Dubuque Street Bridge crossing Interstate 80 (cost estimate - $1.8 million). Project Justification: north/south connection between Iowa City and the residences north of the interstate. J. Dodge Street Pedestrian Bridge - Construction of a separated bridge adjacent to the Dodge Street/Hwy 1 Bridge crossing Interstate 80 (cost estimate - $1.8. million). Project Justification: north/south connection between Iowa City and the commercial district north of the interstate. K. Iowa River Bicvcle / Pedestrian Bridge - Construct either a separated or cantilevered bridge crossing the Iowa River north of the Burlington Street Bridge (cost estimate - $1.3 million). Project Justification: east/west link crossing the Iowa River within downtown Iowa City. Johnson County L. N. Dubuque Street Trail - Extend the North Dubuque Street Trail from West Overlook Road to North Libertv (cost estimate - $750,000). Proiect Justification: a connection to Iowa City and North Libertv. ** DRAFT** JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 51 **DRAFT** M. North Liberty to Cedar Rapids - Extend the existing paved shoulder on Mehaffey Bridge Road south to the North Liberty city limits (cost estimate - $3.0 million). Project Justification: Linn County is currently developing- a trail from Cedar Rapids to Elv: a link to Sugar Bottom Recreation Area, Lake Macbride, the City of Solon, and Cedar Rapids. N. Clear Creek Trail- Trail connection between Tiffin. Kent Park. and the Amana Colonies (cost estimate - $6 million). Proiect Justification: a connection to Kent Park and the Amana Colonies in Johnson County. Page 52 . DRAFT' JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan * * DRAFT** l:) ~ 0 ~coU -o~~ Q) <( ~~~~~\. ~ ~.\t o 'c ~ CO a...c ~~ O)~ C ,- :.pO (/) CO 'X ~ w.2 n t) ) [..:.J Z+ rr. w en >.: t- ~ en o N ~ (/) - .- " ~ -1i5 "U <I> '" o '3 g. (lJ u: ~ d iij iij ~ ~ :g "0 en iij 'iij "n; ID Q) t:: t:: ~ ~ I : I : . I VJ ~ ~ ('I) o ~ M 3N" Al\J "U <I> '" o '5 e- (lJ a. ** DRAFT** JCCOG Metro S' Icycle Master Plan Page 53 N I I'- o o N C t1l 0:: c ,2 ~ o a. 00 c ~ f- Iii "0 o ~ I ...... :; ~ W 0> C & 0> C o ....J C9 . oC'? U...!, UW ,0> .. t1l wa. e . :Jl!') oC'? Cf.)~ l!') o o **DRAFT** Appendix A On-Street Facility Criteria The following recommendations for bicycle facility design are outlined in FHW A Report RD-92-073, which presents a set of tables (Tables 1- 6) that can be used to determine the recommended type of bicycle facility to be provided in particular roadway situations. This manual takes its lead from the AASHTO Guide, which states: To varying extents, bicycles will be ridden on all highways where they are permitted. All new highways, except those where bicyclists will be legally prohibited, should be designed and constructed under the assumption that they will be used as a bicycle street. 1 Using the concept of two broad types of design bicyclists-group A and group B/C- the recommendations included in tables 1 through 6 are keyed to the most likely type of user. All streets and highways where bicycles are permitted to operate should, at a minimum, incorporate the design treatments recommended in the tables for group A bicyclists. Where it is determined that use by group B/C bicyclists is likely, the tables recommending design treatments for group B/C should be used. The group B/C design treatments will also accommodate group A bicyclists. At a minimum, all streets and highways open to bicycle use should have roadways incorporating the design treatments recommended for group A bicyclists. Where a planning process has determined a given route is the best choice to form part of a network of routes to provide access to the community for group B/C bicyclists, the recommended design treatment appropriate to B/C riders should be implemented. This report, FHWA-RD-92-073, presents a set of tables that can be used to determine the recommended type of bicycle facility to be provided in particular roadway situations. In addition, the report presents a brief discussion of the "design user" for bicycle facilities, and presents a planning process for bicycle facilities. Five criteria were used to determine recommended bicycle facilities: traffic volume; posted vehicle operating speed; traffic mix of automobiles, trucks, buses, and/or recreational vehicles; on-street parking; and sight distance. Values for these criteria were 1 Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), Washington, DC, 1991. Page 54 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT' **DRAFT** determined and tables were developed for urban and rural roadway sections for two groups of design users. Paths are not indicated in any of the tables because of their limited applicability on most roadways. Paths should be used only where there are very few intersections and adequate setback from the roadway. These conditions are usually found only in parks, along shorelines, and near some controlled-access highways. Paths are recommended in the JCCOG Trails Map. Federal Highway Administration recommended roadway design treatments and widths to accommodate bicycles are presented in Tables lthrough 6. Tables lthrough 3 are for group A cyclists while Tables 4 through 6 are for group B/C bicyclists. Figure X: Table cell description Tvpe of facilitv: bl = bike lane we = wide curb lane sh = striped shoulder we sl = shared lane 14 Width of facilitv: Measurement in feet Table 1: Advanced bicyclists, urban area, curb and gutter section, no parking allowed. averaae annual dailv traffic (MD volume less than 2,000 2,000-10,000 over 10,000 posted motor vehicle adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate sight operating speed distance sight distance distance sight distance distance distance truck, us, rv truck, us rv truck, bus, rv less than 30 mVh sl sl II wc wc sl we we we we we we we 12 12 " 14 14 12 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 30-40 m Vh we we :: we we we we we we we we we we 14 14 15 15 14 15 15 15 14 15 15 15 41-50 mVh we we we we we we sh sh we we sh sh 15 15 15 15 15 15 6 6 15 15 6 6 over 50 mi/h sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Source: FHWA Report RD-92-073 " DRAFT" JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 55 * * o R A F T * * Table 2: Advanced bicyclists, urban area, curb and gutter section, parking allowed. averane annual dailv traffic IAAD n volume less than 2,000 2,000-10,000 over 10,000 posted motor vehicle adaquate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate sight ooeratino soeed distance sight distance distance sight distance distance distance truck, bus, rv truck bus, rv truck, bus rv less than 30 mVh we we II~~ we we we we we we we we we 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 15 15 14 30-40 m Vh we we we we we we we we we we we we 14 14 ~115 15 14 15 15 15 14 15 15 15 41-50 mVh we we we we we wc we we we we we we 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 16 15 15 16 16 over 50 mVh na na na na na na na na na na na na , Source: FHWA Report RD-92-073 Table 3: Advanced bicyclists, rural area, shoulders or edge stripe. averilcie annual dailv traffic lAADT volume less than 2,000 2,000-10,000 over 10,000 posted motor vehicle adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate sight ooeratino soeed distance sight distance distance sight distance distance distance truck, bus, rv truck, bus, rv truck, bus, rv less than 30 mVh sl sl we we sl we wc we we we sh sh 12 12 14 14 12 14 14 14 14 14 4 4 30-40 m Vh we we sh sh we we sh sh sh sh sh sh 14 14 4 4 14 15 4 4 4 4 4 4 41-50 mVh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh 4 4 4 4 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 over 50 mi/h sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Source: FHWA Report RD-92-073 Table 4: Beginning and child bicyclists, urban area, curb and gutter section, no parking allowed. averaoe annual daily traffic AADT volume less than 2,000 2,000-10,000 over 10,000 posted motor vehicle adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate sight oneratinn sneed distance sight distance distance sight distance distance distance truck bus, rv truck, bus, rv truck, bus, rv less than 30 mVh we we we we we we wc we bl bl bl bl 14 14 1114 14 14 14 14 14 5 5 5 5 30-40 m Vh bl bl ubi bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl 5 5 II 5 5 5 6 6 5 5 6 6 5 41-50 mVh bl bl II bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl 5 5 Ii 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 over 50 mi/h bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Source: FHWA Report RD-92-073 Table 5: Beginning and child bicyclists, urban area, curb and gutter section, parking allowed. averaoe annual dailv traffic lAADT volume less than 2,000 2,000-10,000 over 10,000 posted motor vehicle adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate adequate sight inadequate sight oneratinn sneed distance sight distance distance sight distance distance distance truck, bus, rv truck, bus, rv truck, bus, rv less than 30 mVh we we wc we we we we we bl bl bl bl 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 5 5 5 5 30-40 m Vh bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 5 6 6 6 6 41-50 mVh bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl bl 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 over 50 m Vh na na na na na na na na na na na na Source: FHWA Report RD-92-073 Page 56 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT' * * o R A F T * * Table 6: Beginning and child bicyclists, rural area, shoulder or edge stripe. averaae ennual da7iVtraffic lAADD va/ume less than 2,000 2,000-10,000 aver tO,OOO posted motor vehicle adequate sight inadequate edequate sight inedequate adequate sight inadequate sight ooeratino soeed distance sight distance distance sight distance distance distance truck bus, rv truck, bus, rv truck, bus, rv less than 30 mVh sh sh II sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 30-40 mVh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh 4 4 4 4 4 6 6 4 6 6 6 6 41-50 mVh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 over 50 milh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh sh 6 6 " 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Source: FHWA Report RD-92-073 "" DRAFT"" JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 57 **DRAFT** Appendix B Iowa City Bicycle Parking Requirements The following bicycle parking requirements are found in Title 14: Iowa City Zoning Code, Chapter 5, Article A. Rules for Computing Bicycle Parking Requirements In Tables 5A-l and 5A-2, the minimum bicycle parking requirements are expressed as a certain number of spaces per dwelling unit or as a percentage of the required number of vehicle parking spaces. In all cases where bicycle parking is required, a minimum of 4 spaces shall be provided. After the first 50 bicycle parking spaces are provided, additional spaces are required at 50 percent of the number required by this Section. Where the expected need for bicycle parking for a particular use is uncertain due to unknown or unusual operating characteristics of the use or due to a location that is difficult to access by bicycle, the Building Official may authorize that the construction of up to 50 percent of the required bicycle parking spaces be deferred. The land area required for the deferred bicycle parking spaces must be maintained in reserve. If an enforcement official of the City determines at some point in the future that the additional parking spaces are needed, the property owner will be required to install the parking in the reserved area. The owner of the property on which the bicycle parking area is reserved must properly execute, sign, and record a written agreement that is binding upon their successors and assigns as a covenant running with the land that assures the installation of bicycle parking within the reserved area by the owner ifso ordered by an enforcement official of the City. Design of Bicycle Parking Areas Bicycle parking areas must be constructed of asphaltic cement concrete, Portland cement concrete or manufactured paving materials, such as brick. However, the City Building Official may permit the use of rock or gravel areas for bicycle parking, provided edging materials are used so that the bicycle parking area is clearly demarcated and the rock material is contained. Required bicycle parking racks must be designed to support the bicycle by its frame and allow the use of either a cable lock or a U- shaped lock. Bicycle lockers and secure indoor storage facilities are also allowed. Bicycle parking facilities shall be located in a clearly designated, safe and convenient location and shall be located so as not to impede pedestrian or vehicular traffic. Bicycle parking is allowed in front and side building setbacks in all zones, provided that such a parking area Page 58 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT' **DRAFT** results in no more than 25 percent of the required setback area being paved. Table 5A-I: Minimum. Parking Requirements in the 08..5 USE SUBGROUPS Parkinglft;eq'lJirement Bicycle CATEGORIES Parking Residential Uses Household Living Uses Multi-family CB-5 Zone Efficiency,l-bedroom, and 2-bedroom units: 1 space Dwellings per dwelling unit. 1.0 per d.u. 3-bedroom units: 2 spaces per dwelling unit Units with more than 3 bedrooms: 3 spaces per dwelling unit Elder Apartments: 1 space for every 2 dwelling units. Table 5A..~: .MiI1~~. ParkingRequire1ij~nts(tl~ll11 zones,. ..except the C8..5 . and C8..10Zones .... > USE SUBGROUPS Parking Requirement Bicycle CATEGO Parking RIES Residential Uses Household Single Family Uses 1 space per dwelling. However, for a SF use that contains a household with None Living more than 2 unrelated persons, 1 additional parking space is required for each required additional unrelated person in excess of two. For example, if a Single Family Use contains 4 unrelated persons, then 3 parking spaces must be provided. Two Family Uses 1 space per dwelling unit. For a Two Family dwelling unit that contains a None household with more than 2 unrelated persons, 1 additional parking space is required required for each additional unrelated person in excess of two. Group Households 3 spaces None required Multi- All Efficiency & l-bedroom units: 1 space per dwelling unit 0.5 per d.u. family zones, 2-bedroom units: 2 spaces per dwelling unit 1.0 per d.u. Dwellings except 3-bedroom units: 2 spaces per dwelling unit 1.5 per d.u. PRM 4-bedroom units: 3 spaces per dwelling unit 1.5 per d.u. 5-bedroom units: 4 spaces per dwelling unit 1.5 per d.u. PRM Efficiency, 1- & 2- bedroom units: 1 space per dwelling unit 1.0 per d.u. Zone 3-bedroom units: 2 spaces per dwelling unit Units with more than 3 bedrooms: 3 spaces per dwelling unit Elder 1 space per dwelling unit for independent living units and 1 space for every 2 5% Apartme dwelling units for assisted living units, except in the PRM and CB-2 Zones. nts In the PRM and CB.2 Zones, 1 space for every 2 dwelling units. Group Living Assisted Group Living 1 space for every 3 beds plus 1 space for each staff member determined by the None maximum number of staff present at anyone time. required Independent Group 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area or 0.75 spaces per resident, whichever is 25% Livi ng less. Fraternal Group 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area or 0.75 spaces per resident, whichever is 25% Living less. ** DRAFT** JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 59 **DRAFT** USE SUBGROUPS Parking Requirement Bicycle CATEGORIES Parking Commercial Uses Adult Business Uses Retail-type 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area 15% Entertainment/night club-type Parking spaces equal to 1/3 the occupant load of the 10% largest assembly space or seating area in the building. Animal-related General 1 space for each office, examining room, and None required Commercial treatment/grooming room, but not less than 3 spaces. Intensive 3 spaces None required Commercial Recreational Outdoor Spectator-type Parking spaces equal to 1/4 the occupant load of the 10% Uses (major event facilities, seating area. such as arenas, stadiums, etc.) Participatory-type (tennis Parking spaces equal to 2/3 the maximum number of 10% courts, swimming pools, participants likely at anyone time. archery ranges, sports fields, etc.) Indoor Parking spaces equal to 1/3 the occupant load of the 10% area used for the participatory activity. Commercial Parking Not applicable None required Eating and Drinking 1 space per 150 sq. ft. of floor area, or parking 10% Establishments spaces equal to 1/3 the occupant load of the seating area, whichever is less. Carry-out/delivery restaurants that do not have a seating area must provide at least 4 spaces. Quick Vehicle Servicing For gas stations, 1 stacking space is required for None required every service stall or pump station. For car washes, 4 stacking spaces are required for each wash rack, bay, or tunnel. Parking for convenience retail must be calculated separately. Parking spaces must be provided in lieu of stacking spaces in instances where egress from a facility would require moving a motor vehicle waiting for entry. Office Uses General Office 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area. 15% In the MU and CB-2 Zones, no additional parking is required for that floor area exceeding 8,000 square feet. Medical/Dental Office 1.5 spaces for each office, examining room and 15% treatment room, provided however, there shall not be less than 5 spaces. Page 60 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT. **DRAFT** USE SUBGROUPS Parking..~Uirelrient :Qicycle CATEGORIES Parking Retail Shopping centers, where a mix of 1 space per 250 sq. ft. of floor area. Spaces for 15% uses, such as retail, office, residential uses must be calculated separately and restaurants, theaters, commercial must be provided in addition to the parking spaces recreational uses, etc., share the for the commercial uses. same parking area. This parking minimum may be used as an optional altemative to calculating the parking for each of the uses separately. Sales-Oriented 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area 15% Personal Service-Oriented 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area. 15% Repair-Oriented 1 space per 500 sq. ft. of floor area None required Hospitality-Oriented For hotels and motels, 1 space per guest room. None required For guest houses, as defined in this Title, 0.75 spaces per guest room. For meeting facilities and similar, spaces equal to 1/4 the occupant load of the meeting area or 1/4 the occupant load of the seating area, whichever is most applicable to the use. Outdoor Storage and Display- 1 space per 500 sq. ft. of floor area 10% Oriented Surface Passenger No minimum requirement None required Services Vehicle Repair 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area. None required Industrial Uses Industrial Service 1 space per 750 sq. ft. of floor area None required Manufacturing and Technical/Light Manufacturing 1 space per 750 sq. ft. of floor area None required Production General Manufacturing 1 space per 750 sq. ft. of floor area None required Heavy Manufacturing 1 space per 750 sq. ft. of floor area None required Salvage Operations 1 space per 750 sq. ft. of floor area None required Self-Service Storage 2 spaces per leasing office plus 1 space per 100 None required leasable storage spaces. Warehouse and Freight For warehouses up to 25,000 sq. ft. 1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. of floor area up to a None required Movement maximum of 5 spaces. For warehouses 25,000 sq. ft. or 5 spaces plus 1 space for each 5,000 sq. ft. above None required greater 25,000 sq. ft. Waste-Related Uses 1 space per 750 sq. ft. of floor area None required Wholesale Sales 1 space per 750 sq. ft. of floor area None required ** DRAFT** JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan Page 61 **DRAFT** USE SUBGROUPS Parking Requirement Bicycle CATEGORIES Parking Institutional And Civic Uses Basic Utilities No minimum requirement None required Colleges and Universities Public Based on parking demand analysis 25% Private Per special exception review based on parking 25% demand analysis Community Service General Community Service 1 space per 300 sq. ft. of floor area 10% Community Service - Shelter 0.1 space per temporary resident based on the 25% maximum number of temporary residents staying at the shelter at anyone time plus 1 space per employee based on the maximum number of employees at the site at anyone time. Daycare 1 space per employee based on the maximum 10% number of employees at the site at anyone time plus one parking space for each 10 children or clients served, based on the maximum number of children present on the site at anyone time, plus one stacking space for each 20 children or clients served, based on the maximum number of clients or children present on the site at anyone time. Additional parking spaces at a ratio of 1/20 clients or children served may be substituted for the stacking spaces, if the City determines that such an arrangement will not cause traffic to stack into adjacent streets or public rights-of-way. Detention Facilities No minimum requirement None required Educational Facilities Elementary, middle, junior high 2 spaces per classroom 25% schools, and Specialized Educational Facilities High schools 10 spaces per classroom 25% Hospitals 1.75 spaces per hospital bed None required Parks and Open Space No minimum requirement, except for recreational 5% uses within private open spaces areas as follows: For golf courses, 3 spaces for each green (hole). For other recreational or public assembly-type uses, parking is required at half the minimum amount required for the most similar commercial recreational use. Religious/Private Group Parking spaces equal to 1/6 the occupant load of 5% Assembly the main auditorium or the largest room in the building, whichever is greater. Other Uses Agriculture Plant-related No minimum requirement None required Animal-related No minimum requirement None required Aviation-related Uses Airports No minimum requirement None required Helicopter Landing Facilities No minimum requirement None required Extraction No minimum requirement None required Communication No minimum requirement None required Transmission Facilities Page 62 JCCOG Metro Bicycle Master Plan . DRAFT . ~ Johnson County Council of Governments ---:::;-~ ~ 410 E WOSrllrlgtonSt lowo CitY, lowCJ .r~--...'~ r._ January 23, 2009 JCCOG Public Input Process Organizations: Allen Lund Company Bicyclists of Iowa City Chamber of Commerce Citizens for Sensible Development Clear Creek Amana School District Conner Center for Independent Living Coralville Parks & Recreation Commission Crandic Railroad Environmental Advocates FAIR! Friends of the Iowa River Scenic Trail Friends of Historic Preservation Goodwill Industries of SE Iowa Iowa Bicycle Coalition Iowa City Area Assoc. of Realtors Iowa City Area Development Group Dear JCCOG Public Input Process Organizations: Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center Iowa City Neighborhood Services Office Iowa City Sierra Club Iowa City School Board Iowa Interstate Railroad JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee Johnson County Historic Preservation Commission Johnson County Historical Society Johnson County Planning and Zoning Commission League of Women Voters of Johnson County North Liberty Parks & Recreation Commission Project GREEN Soil and Water Conservation Service Systems Unlimited Tiffin Planning and Zoning Commission In accordance with the JCCOG public input process, we are informing you the Draft American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Project List is available for comment. The ARRA is proposed federal economic stimulus legislation focused on infrastructure improvement projects. As a JCCOG public input process organization, you are invited to comment on the proposed infrastructure project list. A small number of the projects will be selected for funding. This will require that the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for FY2009 is amended with the selected projects. All comments received by February 22nd will be forwarded to the JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board prior to the amendment of the TIP. Copies of the Draft American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Project List are available for review on the JCCOG website at www.jccog.org. The following public meetings are forums for you to provide verbal input. The JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC) will review the ARRA Project List and amendments to the FY2009 TIP at its February 19th, 2009 meeting at 10:30 a.m. at Iowa City City Hall, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City. The JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board will then consider adopting the amendments to the FY 2009 TIP at its next meeting. Please visit www.jccog.org for the meeting time and location. Please send any comments to Darian Nagle-Gamm, Traffic Engineering Planner, at JCCOG, 410 E. Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa 52240; by email at darian-nagle-gamm@iowa-city.org; or by fax to 356-5217. My phone number.is 356-5254, if you have any questions. cerely, JJ J ~ l f/Uv "-- Da?ian Nagle-Gamm Traffic Engineering Planner Jccogtp/ltrs/public review process. doc American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Projects Johnson County Council of Governments January 23rd, 2009 ~------'--'-JCCOG ~ ~ ..-.... Entity Project Title Description/Scope Cost Estimate Extension of the Dubuque Street Trail from just south of West Johnson Dubuque Street Overlook Road to the North Liberty city limits. The scope is for an 8. County Trail Extension foot wide PCC trail, approximately 2.9 miles long. $ 670,000 The project includes traffic signalization at the intersection of Cherry Street and Highway 965. The traffic signalization would include advanced vehicle detection, pedestrian signals with countdown timers, intersection lighting, associated traffic signage, and pavement markings. The project will also include a new Signalize wireless communication system with the other signals along Intersection of Highway 965, providing traffic signal coordination and future video Hwy 965 & Cherry observation for the new and existing traffic signals to help the flow North Liberty St of traffic through North Liberty. $ 285,000 Scales Bend Road Profile Mill and Profile milling and new HMA overlay of Scales Bend Road from North Liberty HMA Overlay Hwy 965 to the north City limits $ 225,000 The existing asphalt surface is in poor condition caused by normal wear. The project is for milling and overlay of the asphalt from Highway 965 south to existing concrete pavement. 2-inches of Dubuque Street existing asphalt will be milled and replaced with 4-inches new hot North Liberty North Overlay mix asphalt. Right-of-way will not be needed. $ 132,000 The existing asphalt surface is in poor condition caused by normal wear. The project is for milling and overlay of the asphalt from Zeller Street south to the corporate limit. 2-inches of existing Dubuque Street asphalt will be milled and replaced with 4-inches new hot mix North Liberty South Overlay asphalt. Right-of-way will not be needed. $ 112,000 The existing urban section pavement is in poor condition and in need of repair. The project is for milling and overlay of the asphalt between existing concrete curb & gutter sections from Dubuque Street to Penn Street. Two inches of existing asphalt will be milled Front Street and replaced with four inches new hot mix asphalt. Right-of-way North Liberty Overlay will not be needed. $ 130,000 -'-'--'---- This project is to surface existing rock trails in the park which will Penn Meadows provide a loop for the North Liberty trails network and serve park North Liberty Park Trail users. No property acquisition is needed. $ 130,000 This project will replace existing substandard 4 foot-wide sidewalk with an 8 foot-wide trail, to fill a missing segment and create a 4- mile-long wide sidewalk corridor from Jones Boulevard to Penn Meadows Park, linking Liberty Center Park, the Highway 965 Cherry Street Trail underpass, the recreation center and library, and Penn Meadows North Liberty Link Park. Right-of-way will not be needed. $ 54,000 Sunset St Deteriorated The existing arterial streets have a number of deteriorated street University Panel panels that require replacement. The project involves removing Heights Replacement and replacing approximately 15 of these panels. $ 50,000 ARRA Projects no-FFC Page 1 The existing walkway along the south side of Melrose on the curve Melrose Ave just west of Kinnick stadium has poor sight distance, limited South Curve horizontal clearance, and a vertical drop off the street. The project Pedestrian includes clearing vegetation around this corner, widening the walk University Corridor around this corner to 6-ft wide, and installing a retaining wall to Heights Improvement better match the walk with the grade of the adjacent road. $ 33,000 The project includes preventative maintenance to clean and seal Melrose Ave Joint existing joints and cracks in the Melrose Avenue paving from the University and Crack Sealing east to the west city limit. The roadway corridor is approximately Heights Maintenance 3,000 linear feet. $ 60,000 The project includes removing the existing 4-ft wide walk on the west side of Sunset St and constructing an 8-ft wide walk to meet current arterial street standards. This corridor is approximately 1,800 linear feet, with a wide right-of-way on this side of the street. Sunset St West - Minor realignment would be used to improve clear zones and University Arterial Wide drainage. All mainline and side road crossings would be updated Heights Sidewalk with detectable warnings. $ 210,000 Project involves new portion of PCC Concrete curb and gutter with storm sewer road from the Iowa Interstate Railroad north to Hwy 6 as well as traffic signals at Hwy 6. Project realigns road that now winds through town to get to Hwy 6 to proceed straight north from 1- 80 interchange to Hwy 6. This project includes the purchase of right of way, grading, storm sewer, PCC pavement including turn lanes, sidewalk on one side, and trail on the other side. Surveying has been complete, an alignment drawn with preliminary dirt work. A concept statement has been turned into lOOT. Right of way needs have been determined with plats drawn, appraisals have been completed and the City is currently working with lOOT in the Ireland Ave South purchase of additional right of way. The City and Clear Creek from Hwy 6 to Amana School district already have a 28E agreement regarding Iowa Interstate right of way necessary and the school has deeded the necessary Tiffin Railroad ground to the City. $ 2,200,000 Project involves obtaining right of way, regrading, placement of PCC Concrete curb and gutter with storm sewer, turn lanes, and a new bridge over Old Man's Creek from ramps at 1-80 north to Iowa Ireland Ave from 1- Interstate Railroad. The project also adds wide sidewalks on one 80 to Iowa side and a trail on the other. Surveying has been performed and Tiffin Interstate Railroad an alignment drawn. $ 3,300,000 Project involves obtaining right of way, regrading, placement of PCC Concrete curb and gutter with storm sewer, water main replacement and sanitary sewer replacement from Hwy 6 north to newly reconstructed Roberts Ferry Road north of Goldfinch. The Robert's Ferry project also adds wider sidewalks on one side of the road and a Road from Hwy 6 trail on the other. Surveying has been performed, an alignment Tiffin to Goldfinch . drawn with preliminary dirt work. $ 2,000,000 Project involves placing a portion of 10' wide PCC trail from Jasper Ave along Clear Creek to 1-80 to meet up with Trail planned by the City of Coralville. This project includes right of way, minor grading, and PCC pavement 10' wide. Initial contact has been made with Trail from Jasper landowners regarding obtaining right of way and the trail alignment Tiffin Ave to 1-380 has been determined. $ 175,000 ARRA Projects no-FFC Page 2 -"..~_._-,-~-- - -- Coralville Transit Coralville Facility Replacement for flood damaged facility $ 2,000,000 This project involves the improvement of Coral Ridge Avenue (old Hwy 965) from north of the Holiday Road/Heartland Drive intersection to north of the Oakdale Blvd. intersection. The project includes a 4 lane urban cross section with a raised median, Coral Ridge additional turn lanes and new traffic signals at the Oakdale Avenue Boulevard intersection, and a 10 foot wide pedestrian/bike trail Improvements along the west side of the right-of-way. Length is approx. 0.7 Coralville 2009 miles. $ 7,400,000 This project involves the construction of a 140 foot long by 90 foot wide concrete reinforced bridge on 1 st Avenue over Clear Creek. 1st Avenue Bridge The bridge will include 10 foot wide pedestrian/bike sidewalks on Coralville over Clear Creek both sides. $ 3,300,000 This project involves the extension of Oakdale Blvd. from Oakdale Pembrokeshire Drive to Dubuque St. The project includes 0.46 Boulevard miles of 2 lane urban section paving, 2 bridges totaling 315 feet in Coralville Extension Project length, and an 8 foot wide pedestrian/bike trail on one side. $ 3,000,000 First Avenue Trail . Country Club This project involves a 0.30 mile long, 8 foot wide pedestrian/bike Blvd. to Oakdale trail along the west side of First Avenue. A 130 foot long pre- Coralville Blvd fabricated bridge over Muddy Creek is included as well. $ 420,000 The project will improve the geometric design of a very tight curve on Newton Road and realign approximately 300 feet of roadway between the Bowen Science Building and the Nursing Building on the University of Iowa campus to improve traffic safety. Currently, Newton Road the tight curve and narrow road makes it difficult for buses to pass. Realignment and Shifting the alignment eastward will also provide better and safer Geometric Design access for deliveries to the Bowen Science Building Loading Dock. University of Improvements The changes will greatly improve the safety for all users of this Iowa Project section of Newton Road. $ 450,000 The project will improve the geometric design of a tight curve and widen approximately 1125 of a narrow section Hawkins Drive south and west of the Dental Science Building and the Center for Hawkins Drive Disabilities and Development on the University of Iowa Campus. Realignment, The University receives many complaints about this section of Geometric Design roadway which is approximately ten feet narrower than the rest of Improvements road. The improvements will increase the safety and comfort of University of and Overlay daily users, those attending events at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, and Iowa Project patient access the U~iversity of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. $ 400,000 Scott Blvd Overlay Project - This project will overlay Scott Blvd with HMA. The existing pce Court St to pavement will be crack and seated. This project will improve the Iowa City Rochester Ave arterial street system. $ 400,000 Old Highway 218 Overlay Project - This project will overlay Old Hwy 218 with HMA. This project will Iowa City City Limits to Hwy improvement Arterial Street system. $ 600,000 Highway 1 This project will build a pedestrian bridge over 1-80 along Hwy 1. Pedestrian Bridge This will connect a major employment area with the City sidewalk Iowa City over 1-80 system. $ 1,800,000 ARRA Projects no-FFC Page 3 - This project will pave an existing graded ROW with PCC Foster Road pavement. The road is a new north side east-west connection. Iowa City Paving Project This project will improve the arterial street system. $ 1,000,000 Emerald Street Overlay Project - Benton St to This project will overlay Emerald Street with HMA. This project will Iowa City Melrose Ave decrease fire response to southwest Iowa City. $ 150,000 Iowa City ADA Curb Ramps Make all federal aid route curb cuts ADA compliant $ 750,000 Iowa DOT Hwy 218 NHSX-218-4(35)--3H-52 Riverside Drive to 1-80 (NB lanes) (MP Projects Resurfacing 90.08-96.98) HMA Resurfacing $ 1,900,000 Iowa DOT Hwy 218 NHSX-218-4(36)--3H-52 Riverside Drive to 1-80 (SB lanes) (MP Projects Resurfacing 90.08-96.98) HMA Resurfacing $ 2,000,000 Interstate 80 Iowa DOT Resurfacing with IM-080-6(283)226--13-48 1-80 From 1 Mile E. of US 151 E. to E. of Projects Milling 1-380 (WB) HMA Resurfacing with Milling $ 8,436,000 ARRA Projects no-FFC Page 4 ~JCCOG ....--ii.... m e m 0 Date: January 27, 2009 To: Maison B. Bleam, President, University of Iowa Student Government Cc: Michelle Ribble, University of Iowa Parking and Transportation Larry Wilson, Campus Planner, University of Iowa Facilities Management From: Kristopher Ackerson, Assistant Transportation Planner Re: Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee At its January 20th meeting, the Johnson County Council of Governments (JCCOG) Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee voted to invite a University of Iowa Student Government representative to future meetings. The JCCOG Regional Trails and Bicycling Committee (RTBC) is an ad hoc subcommittee of the JCCOG Transportation Technical Advisory Committee. As a subcommittee of JCCOG, the RTBC is able to discuss and make recommendations on trails, bicycling, and pedestrian issues as requested by JCCOG entities. The RTBC includes staff or official (i.e. voting) representatives from: . City of Iowa City . City of Coralville . City of North Liberty . City of Tiffin . City of University Heights . Johnson County . University of Iowa . Bicyclists of Iowa City . Friends of the Iowa River Scenic Trail The RTBC meets approximately six times per year and is a valuable information sharing and planning group as local communities work toward "Bicycle Friendly Community" status. As a member of the RTBC, the University of Iowa Student Government would receive up-to-date information regarding planned bicycling and trail projects, as well as the opportunity to provide input on proposed projects. If the UISG would like to send a representative to future RTBC meetings, please forward the representative's contact information to me and I will add him/her to our mailing list. Our next meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 17, 2009. S:\PCD\JCCOG\TRANS\Bike and Ped Planning\RTBC\February\lnvitation to UISG.doc Cedar Rapids Gazette, Sunday, Section B page 1 (I / ~) (0 a) Corridor - Cedar Rapids City taking steps to ea,rn bicycle-friendly status City taking steps to earn bicycle -friendly status City staff members are putting together an action plan to qualify Cedar Rapids as the only Bicycle Friendly Community in Iowa as certified by the League of American Bicyclists. Among the requiremel1!s are for a city to provide bike racks at most city facilities and to equip buses with bike racks; to identify low volume roads as touring routes; and to implement a "compete streets" policy that provides accommodations for bicyclists and pedestrians.