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�`I CITY OF SALEM MEETING MINUTES 2010- BIKE PATH COMMITCEE *_ City of Salem zj A ' BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE CITY CLERK SALEM,MA -.S . r , Meeting Cancellation Notice You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting on t Monday,April 17, 2017, at 7.00pm at 120 Washington St, 3rd Floor, Salem, MA as it is a holiday. • The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bicycle Advisory Committee is on Monday. May 151". 2017 at 7:00pm. Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 x This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on l /3, o2D/7 at J:a7 J°yn in accordance virith MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. � t• 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 +Fax 978-740-0404 + unam.salem.wm City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE, NW! ,MWIN Notice of Meeting . CITY CLER SALEM.MAS You are hereby notified that the Salem Traffic and Parking Commission and Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a special joint meeting on Thursday.April 6.2017 at 120 Washfnaion Street.and Floor Salem MA. The Traffic and Parking Commission meeting will begin at 6:30pm. The joint meeting with the Bicycling Advisory Committee will begin at 7:06pm. Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order 1. Roll Call,Traffic and Parking Commission 2. Public Comment 3 3. New/Old Business(Traffic and Parking Commission Only) • Handicapped Parking Request—A request for a handicap parking space was received by the city. The Traffic and Parking Commission has been asked to provide their recommendation. • • Derby Street 20mph Special Speed Zone-The Traffic and Parking Commission has been asked to provide a recommendation as to whether an official 20mph special speed zone should be established along Derby Street. • Gedney Street/Holyoke Square/Zone 1 Parking —Traffic and Parking Director will present findings and recommendations for the area.The Traffic and Parking Commission is asked to provide comments and a recommendation. 4. Joint Meeting Item(Traffic and Parking Commission and Bicycling Advisory Committee) • Roll Call,Bicycling Advisory Committee • MassWorks Bridge Street"Complete Streets"Reconstruction-The City of Salem recently received a$3.5 million MassWorks grant to provide"Complete Streets"upgrades to a portion of Bridge Street,Boston Street and Goodhue Street. The Department of Planning and Community Development requests that the two committees jointly review,comment,and come to a consensus on approval a typical road cross-section that will inform further development of the project's design. • Adjournment,Bicycling Advisory Committee 5. Traffic and Parking Commission Discussion " • General Updates,Traffic and parkingl"f0tice posted nn "r"u"i,r ial Pulletin Board" • Traffic and Parking Regulations UpdGity Hall, Salem, Mass. uXAR . 12op • Transportation Project Tracking at i/��¢,�y in accordance with MGL Chan. YA, • Commission Role,Priorities and visiSeCtions 18-25. • Working Groups Discussion 6. Adjournment,Traffic and Parking Commission Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street + Salem,Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + unow.salem.com City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE REVISED Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,March 20,2017,at 7.00pm at 120 Washington St, 3d Floor, Salem,MA Meeting Agenda " Call Meeting to Order This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" rrn--C City Hall, Salem, Mass. on ����pp q 7 3c.) " Roll can: at 3;4'f h� in accordance Aa NI�Map. 30A, Syr"` s 1. Public Comment Sections 18-25. q#; 2. Project Tracking Form—Review project tracking form and review additions and comments on tracking form tasks 3. New/Old Business • Essex St Road Reconstruction—Engineering has received plans for the street reconstruction of the Essex St.one-way.Because of proposed Complete Streets accommodations.Engineering has asked the Committee to comment on the plans. • Lafayette/Loring/West Intersection Design—Stantec has been working with the City to design the improvements to the • Lafayette/Loring intersection.Plans of the improvements will be shared.Engineering has identified this project as the fust priority on the priority list of projects for MassDOT Complete Streets funding: • Canal Street Roadway Project Update—Updates for the Canal Street roadway project will be shared with the Committee.Focus will be on the status of the off-road path progress and funding status of Phase 2 of the path. • Re-Striping Plans and Derby Street Protected Bike Lanes-The Bike Committee would like to review and provide comment on proposed re-striping plans for the Spring for roads that have been recently repaved and to also discuss opportunities for protected bike lanes along Derby Street. • Complete Streets Prioritization—MassDOT will be accepting applications for another round of Complete Streets funding projects.Projects must be designed in order for the funding to pay for construction.Engineering,Parking and Traffic,and Planning are working on developing that priority list.The preliminary list will be shared and discussed for edits and additions. • Salem Bicycle Share RFP Update—The City has selected Zagster as the vendor to implement a new full service bike share in Salem.The City would like to ask the Committee for comments and suggestions on our three(3)hub locations.The City is interested in providing a station in the vicinity of the MBTA Train Station,Salem Ferry and one other location.The City is working to have the program up installed and launched mid to late May. • Bicycle MasterPlan Update Discussion—CIP Engineering money was allocated to update the Master Plan.With comments from Parking and Traffic Director,Engineering,and the Planning Department,as well as input from the Bike Advisory Committee. i. Discussion of consulting firms to solicit responses will take place. The RFP is on hold until the Planning Department fills the open staff planner position. Adjournment ow your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street + Salem,Massachusetts 01970 +.Ph 978-619-5685 +Fax 978-740-0404 + unuw.salemwm F City of Salem . � BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE REVISED Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,March 20,2017,at 7.00pm at 120 Washington St, 3id Floor,Salem,MA Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order This notice posted on "Offici �u�li� ard" co City Hall, Salem, Mass. on ., Roll Call: at iZ:/G PH in accordance with MGL Chap. 3011, Sections 18-25. 1. Public Comment 2. Project Tracking Form—Review project tracking form and review additions and comments on tracking forms. 3. New/Old Business • Essex St Road Reconstruction—Engineering has received plans for the street reconstruction of the Essex St.one-way.Because of • proposed Complete Streets accommodations.Engineering has asked the Committee to comment on the plans. • Lafayette/Loring/West Intersection Design—Stantec has been working with the City to design the improvements to the Lafayette/Loring intersection. Plans of the improvements will be shared.Engineering has identified this project as the first priority on the priority list of projects for MassDOT Complete Streets funding. • Canal Street Roadway Project Update—Updates for the Canal Street roadway project will be shared with the Committee.Focus will be on the status of the off-road path progress and funding status of Phase 2 of the path. • Complete Streets Prioritization—MassDOT will be accepting applications for another round of Complete Streets funding projects.Projects must be designed in order for the funding to pay for construction.Engineering,Parking and Traffic,and Planning are working on developing that priority list.The preliminary list will be shared and discussed for edits and additions. • Salem Bicycle Share RFP Update—The City has selected Zagster as the vendor to implement a new full service bike share in Salem.The funding allocation was referred by City Council to the Finance Committee and they met on January 50'where the Mayor and Zagster both spoke to the benefits of the program.The issue has been held in Committee until the next meeting on the 26th and in the meantime,the City is working with Zagster to iron out the draft contract agreement to include provisions asked for by the Councilors.A more detailed update of timeline and next steps will be given. • Bicycle Master Plan Update Discussion—CIP Engineering money was allocated to update the Master Plan.With comments from Parking and Traffic Director,Engineering,and the Planning Department,as well as input from the Bike Advisory Committee,the RFP is planned to be released the fust week of February.Discussion of consulting firms to solicit responses will take place. *Adjournment, now your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 f Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ unuw.salem.com f s x q 3 � � aI tt L + v � v rns S Y 5 F � ` • k b'y a $ � p - sok Z-..`v a Vin. • B £- .. . r .' k r v i i a ' a • f e. F • I loan—r� City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2014 Committee Wembers JEFF BELLIN,CHAIRMAN BRAD SANDLER 396 Essex Street 8 Barstow Street Salem,Massachusetts 01970 Salem,Massachusetts 01970 978.302.1102 (cell) 617.640.4537(cell) jmbellin(ikomcast.net brad.sandler(q),comcast.net term expires 71112014 term expires 41112015 WILLIAM PECK,VICE CHAIR DAVID BOWIE 27 Broad Street 14 Beach Avenue Salem,Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.744.6343 (home) 978.744.6678 (home) peckwilla(a amail.com davidibowie(a),email.com term expires 91112014 term expires 41112015 • DAN SHUMAN DAN COOPER 72 Washington Street, Suite#1 7 Phelps Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.979.3865 (cell) 508.934.6665 (cell) dan(a,salemcycle.com cooper 3377(a),msu.com term expires 91112014 term expires 41112015 ERNESTDEMAIO KRISTIN ANDERSON 289 Essex Street, Suite 507 9 Hodges Court, #3 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem,Massachusetts 01970 617.816.3555 (cell) 415.652.3005 (cell) ernestvdemaio(a,earthlink.net kanderson84(a,amaiLcom term expires 71112014 term expires 411012017 BRUCE MABBOTT Staff 3 Holly Street Salem,Massachusetts 01970 FRANK TAORMINA 617.905.0992(cell) City of Salem, DPCD b mabbott(awahoo.com 120 Washington Street, 3`d Floor term expires 112412016 978-619-5685 (work) ftao rm i na(a)salem.com • 120 Washington St. •:•. Salem, Massachusetts 01970❖ Phone 978-619-5685❖ Fax 978-740-0404❖ www.salem.com Notr�_ City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2014 Committee Wem6ers JEFF BELLIN,CHAIRMAN BRAD SANDLER 396 Essex Street 8 Barstow Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem,Massachusetts 01970 . 978.302.1102 (cell) 617.640.4537 (cell) 0mbellin(d),comeast.net brad.sandlerC ,comcast.net term expires 7/1/2014 term expires 4/1/2015 WILLIAM PECK,VICE CHAIR DAVID BOWIE 27 Broad Street 14 Beach Avenue Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.744.6343 (home) 978.744.6678(home) peckwilla(&2mail.com davidibowieAemail.com term expires 9/1/2014 term expires 4/1/2015 • DAN SHUMAN DAN COOPER 72 Washington Street, Suite#1 7 Phelps Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.741.2222 (work) 508.934.6665 (cell) 978.979.3865 (cell) cooper 3377(u)msn.com dan a7,salemcycle.com term expires 4/1/2015 term expires 91112014 BRUCE MABBOTT ERNEST DEMAIO 3 Holly Street 289 Essex Street, Suite 507 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 617.905.0992 (cell) 617-816-3555 (cell) b mabbotti ,yahoo.com ernestvdemaio(i�earthlink.net term expires 1/24/2016 term expires 7/1/2014 DAvi HALLO s 51YN� y Staff 15 Rive treetI �I IZI FRANK TAORMINA Salem, Ma s chusetts 01970 �� City of Salem, DPCD 617.966.7 (cell) � 120 Washington Street, 3rd Floor dmhallo esa., ail.com \ 978.619.5685 (work) term e ires 7/1/ 14 \a,, `� ftaormina(absalem.com` 1�C7 J A V^ L\\ 120 Washington St. •:• Salem, Massachusetts 01970 . Phone 978-619-5685❖ Fax 978-740-0404•i wwmsalem.com City of Salem • i BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2014 Weeting Schedufe Too are hereby notifiedthat the Salem Bike Path Committee widholdits regularhy scheduled meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm, in City 7hailAnnex 4jpom 313, 120 Washington St. Jeffrey BelCn, / Chairman e , , 014 9, 20 • / We �/� leS�tc�J4A 0,j- 18)2biq Wednesday,July 9, 2014 f No meeting in August Wednesday, September 10, 2014 Wednesday, October 8, 2014 Wednesday,November 12, 2014 Wednesday, December 10, 2014 • 120 Washington St. •:• Salem,Massachusetts 01970•:•Phone 978-619-5685•:Fox 978-740-0404•:• wun.u.salem.com City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 1113 DEC 19 A I� 35 Notice of Weetin FILE k g CITY CLERK, SALEM, MASS. Ton are hereby notified that the Sarem Bike Bath Committee wiffholda regurarC scheduled meeting on Wednesday,January 8, 2014 at 7:00pm at City 11allAnnex Room 314, 120 r hington street J#e , T. Chairman BPC� W eeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Jeffrey BelCn, Chair Bruce 911a66ott Dan Cooper `W min(Peck 'Vice Chair BradSandrer Ernest(De9Ytaio (Dan Shuman (David Bowie Davidlfaflowes • i. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ November 13, 2013 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business ♦ Review 2013 Salem Spins Bike Share Program ridership figures. ♦ Review proposed kiosk types to replace damaged kiosks on the Salem Bike Path Adjournment This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on Le-e. 0, Z013 at 9-� A141 in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. Know your rights under the Open iYteeting Law,3tassachusetts CjeneralLaw Chapter 30,4,Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 i 120 Washington Street f Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦Ph 978-619-5685 t Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, January 8, 2014 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present: Chairman Jeff Bellin, Dan Shuman, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Bruce Mabbott, David Bowie, and Will Peck. Also._Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: David Hallowes and Dan Cooper Public in Attendance None Chairman Bellin called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes and Annual Report Chairman Bellin asked if there were any comments or edits for the November 13, 2013 draft meeting minutes, there being none, he asked for a motion to approve. Motion was made by D. Bowie, seconded by W. Peck, and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None. • 3. Old/New Business Review 2013 Salem Spins Bike Share Program ridership rigures Chairman Bellin turned the floor over to Frank Taormina. F. Taormina passed out two spreadsheets, one with the ridership figures for the Downtown Bike Share Station and one for the new Salem Wharf Bike Share Station. He noted that the figures for the Salem State Bike Share Station have not been received and compiled yet. He stated that his colleague Jeff Elie (City Energy and Sustainability Manager); a Salem State Intern, and he compiled and created output bar charts, pie charts, and tables. The Committee passed around the spreadsheet and discussed the output data. Chairman Bellin noted that there were 584 total users at the Downtown Bike Share Station this year(from March to end of October) and 60 total users at the new Salem Wharf Bike Share Station this year(from September to end of October) and that 67% was Female, whereas 52% of the users of the Downtown Bike Station were Male. The Committee also noted that the Salem Wharf Station was used most on Thursdays and Saturdays, while the Downtown Station was used most on Saturdays and Sundays. Also the largest group of users of the Salem Wharf Bike Station were In-State Residents/Visitors (35%), followed by Out-of-State Visitors (33%), International Visitors (20%), and incomplete undetermined users made up 12%. The Downtown Bike Station was used most by Out-of- State Visitors (37%), followed by Salem Residents (30%), other In-State Residents/Visitors • (17%), International Visitors (11%), and 3% were Salem State Students. The Committee asked if the ridership numbers increased or decreased from last year. F. Taormina stated that he did not bring the figures from last year, but did confirm that the ridership numbers have increased at the Downtown Bike Station. The new Salem Wharf Bike Page 1 of 4 r • Station was installed in September so there was nothing to compare there, and he hasn't received the figures from Salem State yet, so he wasn't able to confirm. The Committee asked some questions about next year's bike share program, the condition of the bikes at each station, etc. F. Taormina stated that he could not answer those questions, as he doesn't manage the program, his colleague Jeff Elie does. He stated that he would invite J. Elie to a future meeting so that he could answer those questions for the committee and share with them other bike share related items he is working on. Old/New Business Review proposed Kiosk Replacement on Salem Bike Path Chairman Bellin stated that he did some research of his own and shared those findings with the Committee. He stated that he initially looked at some electronic kiosk models but they are fairly expensive (approx. $4,000 minus installation) and may not serve the purpose that the Committee is looking for. He then looked at a recycled plastic model similar to the existing model on the Bike Path, made by Kirby Built Products. This model is far more reasonable and includes a recycled rubber pin board, which will hold up better than the cork board that currently exists in the existing model. He priced out the unit which is approximately $1,100 each, minus installation. F. Taormina stated that he contacted the Barco Products, the manufacturer of the existing information kiosks on the bike path. He informed them about the issue with the cork board and they informed him that they were aware of that defect and now have a recycled rubber tack board retrofit kit that can be installed into the existing model. He informed the • Committee that the cost for a retrofit kit is about $158 a piece and the City DPW could install the units. Discussion ensued. B. Mabbott suggested that the Committee keep the existing kiosk and try the retrofit kits. Then once the Salem Bike Path is extended in the future and more kiosks will be needed we can either keep this model with the retrofit kit, or explore purchasing a new model. The Committee agreed. Chairman Bellin asked for a motion. B. Mabbott made a motion to purchase two retrofit kits to replace the defective cork boards in both existing information kiosks, seconded by D. Shuman and approved unanimously. Chairman Bellin asked if there were any further Old/New items to discuss tonight. F. Taormina brought to the Committee's attention that the Mayor's Office is interested in submitting an ordinance to City Council that would designate the Salem Bike Path(s) as"No Smoking"so that it can be enforced by the police. D. Bowie mentioned that he has a friend who often walks with dog on the bike path and takes that opportunity to smoke a cigar. As simple as it sounds, he enjoys being able to do that and the proposed Ordinance would prohibit him from doing that. D. Shuman and B. Sandler agreed with D. Bowie and discussion ensued. F. Taormina stated that he is aware of many complaints that have been fielded by the City regarding Salem State Students smoking and littering on the bike path. He believes that this • could be one of the reasons why the ordinance is being proposed. Pa;e 2 of 4 • E. DeMaio stated that if the City has a consistent policy of prohibiting smoking in public parks, trails, etc., the bike path should be consistent with that policy. If the City permits smoking in public parks and pathways it should be permitted here. We should not be setting a precedent either way, in his opinion. Following further discussion, the Committee was generally in favor of the ordinance. F. Taormina stated that he would let the Committee know how the City Council voted on the proposed ordinance. Chairman Bellin asked if there were any further Old/New items to discuss tonight. E. DeMaio followed up on the vision of Salem's future bike infrastructure discussion at the last meeting. He wanted to know when that Committee to start working on that vision and when perhaps it could be discussed with or presented to the Mayor or other City Officials. F. Taormina stated that the City Bike Circulation Master Plan would need to be updated to include the Committee's long-term vision, as the current plan does not include any language or discussion about protected bike lanes. He also noted that only 2 of the existing 9 members were a part of the first Master Planning process and a significant portion of the Master Plan has been implemented so it would give the Committee an opportunity to revisit the goals, recommendations, and priorities of the Plan. E. DeMaio understands and agrees that the Master Plan needs to be updated but worries about time and how long it will take to allocate funds and then start implementation. Discussion ensued. F. Taormina stated that he would look into the cost of hiring a Engineering Consultant to assist in the update. E. DeMaio asked if at the next meeting F. Taormina could add an agenda item based around brainstorming the Committee's scope for updating the Master Plan. F. Taormina agreed. B. Mabbott asked if the Committee members could review the Master Plan in advance of the next meeting so that Members could be prepared to discuss what areas of the plan they want to update, expand upon, or delete. Some of the Committee Members stated that they don't have a hard copy of the Master Plan. F. Taormina stated that he only has a limited amount of hard copies but the Plan is available in electronic format on the City Website. The Committee agreed to review the Master Plan and come prepared to discuss updating the plan at the next meeting. Chairman Bellin asked for a motion. B. Mabbott made a motion for F. Taormina to look into funding to pay for updating the Master Plan. Seconded by D. Shuman and approved unanimously. F. Taormina stated that he will report back to the Chairman to let him know how much it will cost and if he can secure the funds needed in advance of the next meeting, before finalizing and posting next month's meeting agenda. • Page 3 of 4 Chairman Bellin asked if there were any further items to discuss tonight, there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. B. Mabbott makes that motion, seconded by B. Sandler and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their February 12, 2014 Meeting • Page 4 of 4 etc f , City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of 911eeting You are hereby notijietl that the Salem Bi(? Path Committee widhoffa regularly scheduledmeeting on Wednmday, Tehruary 12, 2014 at 7:00pm at City 7laff Urex Wpom 314, 12 Washington S eet 3 �e emn, r/f- Chairman ABPC� :,«M ,,11..111o.,,11114 91feeting Agenda n Call Meeting to Order _ C- r -n m m m Roll Call: 7effiey Bemn, Chair Bruce Yla66ott Dan Cooper :a 7rF , 'William(Peck Vice Chair BradSandTer Ernest 0eWaio, Dan Shuman tDavulBowie tDavid%allowes �� Q m • 3 3 v tjt 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes " rn ♦ January 8, 2014 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. New/Old Business f Proposed Boston Street Cycle Track Trial Project—review Draft Task Order/Scope of Services from FST Engineers. ♦ Complete Streets Opportunity—working with Salem Mass-in-Motion Coordinator and the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC). i This notice posted on "Off* B Iletin Board" Adjournment City Ha` pllll, Salem, Mass. on -1 at I j Jit accordance with M Cap. OA, Sections 18 5. ` • Know your rights under the Open 9Weeting Law,Massachusetts GeneralLaw Chapter 300,Sections 18-25 and City ClrfttanceSections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street i Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, February 12, 2014 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Will Peck, Dan Cooper, Dan Shuman, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Bruce Mabbott, and David Bowie. Also Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: Chairman Jeff Bellin and David Hallowes Public in Attendance: None In the absence of Chairman Bellin, Will Peck served as acting Chair and called the meeting to order at 6:57 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes Acting Chair Peck asked if there were any comments or edits for the January 8, 2014 draft meeting minutes. D. Bowie clarified that there were a few other members that did not support the proposed no smoking on the bike path ordinance, not just him. F. Taormina asked who those other members were so that he could note that in the minutes. D. Shuman and B. Sandler stated that they agreed with D. Bowie. E. DeMaio also wanted to reiterate for the record that if the City has a consistent policy in place for public parks, recreational areas, • trails, etc., and the bike path should be consistent with that policy and the Committee should not be questioning that. Acting Chair Peck agreed with E. DeMaio and asked F. Taormina to insert that language into the minutes. Acting Chair Peck asked for a motion to approve as amended. Motion was made by D. Shuman, seconded by D. Bowie, and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None. 3. Old/New Business Proposed Boston Street Cycle Track Trial Project Acting Chair Peck turned the floor over to Frank Taormina. F. Taormina mentioned to the Committee that at the last meeting they wanted to explore the idea of a cycle tracks (protected bike lanes) and add it to the future Bike Circulation Master Plan update and start implementation. He noted that he spoke to the Planning Director Lynn Duncan and discussed allocating funds to update the master plan and she recommended that before the Committee pursue that the Committee test the idea of a cycle track in practice to see if it will work in Salem, get support for it, and evaluate it with engineers. Following that discussion F. Taormina solicited FST Engineers (City's On-Call Traffic Engineers) to provide him with a task order and scope of services to create a trial cycle track on Boston Street. He then walked the Committee through FST's proposed task order/scope of services for the trial • cycle track which is proposed to be installed on Boston Street from the Peabody Line to Grove Street, from June 15th through Sept 15th, then removed and put back to its original configuration. Paye 1 of 4 F. Taormina stated that funding has not been allocated yet to design, engineer, and construct the temporary trial cycle track but wanted to share the idea with the Committee to get their feedback. He also noted that if this project were to move forward he would work with John Pelletier and review the task order with the City Engineer, Traffic Lieutenant at the Salem PD, and with Ward Councilor David Eppley. B. Mabbott stated that he didn't think that Boston Street was a good location to do the trial, he suggested that Loring Avenue from Vinnin Square into Salem might be better. He asked F. Taormina how and why Boston Street was selected. F. Taormina stated that several people have recently posted on the Mayor's Facebook page that they would like to see pedestrian access at Bridge and Boston Street and bike accommodations on Bridge Street due to the width of the road. The Mayor forwarded the information to him and John Pelletier (Salem Mass-in-Motion Coordinator). He also noted that Boston Street is on the TIP and slated to be reconstructed in the near future (within the next 5 years or so). Because Boston Street has more than adequate width, several residents in the area that want to see bike accommodations on the street, and the street will be reconstructed in the future it seemed to be a perfect location for the trial. If the trial is successful then a permanent cycle track could be installed then the street is reconstructed. He also noted that Loring Avenue from Vinnin Square to say Harrison Road (near SSU South Campus) would be a great candidate for a cycle track; however it doesn't have on-street parking. Boston Street would be a better place to test a cycle track as is has parking on both sides of the street and if it is successful there it would be successful anywhere in Salem. • B. Mabbott stated that although he is in favor of cycletracks he is concerned that the usage will be low during the trial period which could adversely impact future projects. F. Taormina stated that the trial isn't meant to be used in that manner. He stated that J. Pelletier (Salem Mass-in-Motion) has discussed the ideas with MassBike and they are willing to provide technical support and assist both the City and Mass-in-Motion in creating an event or two around the trail cycle track, which would educate businesses and residents in the area about cycle tracks and assist in gathering feedback and evaluation. E. DeMaio stated that in addition to updating the master plan and implementing a trial cycle track we are missing the concept plan. The idea of a cycle track needs to be explained in the context of the Committee's long term goal. Discussion ensued. F. Taormina stated that Mass-in-Motion has the resources and funds to assist in this effort. The education and outreach of the trial cycle track could include the concept plan that E. DeMaio feels is missing. D. Shuman stated that the Committee used a large map of Salem when they were creating the master plan, perhaps the Committee could use that method again to create the concept plan. B. Mabbott asked if F. Taormina could bring a large map of the city at the next meeting so that the Committee could mark it up to show the concept plan. F. Taormina confirmed that he would. • E. DeMaio clarified that the concept plan should be a simple hollow base map with roads and a few landmarks identified, like the map the Committee used for the Salem Bike Route Map. Then the Committee could imbed photos or rendering of what a cycle track could look like in Pa-0e 2 of 4 ' 4 the various corridors the Committee would like to install cycle tracks on. E. DeMain asked if the City GIS Department could assist in this effort. F. Taormina stated that they could, but he would discuss further with Mass-in-Motion as they already committed to assisting the City in the outreach and evaluation portion of the trail project. He noted that Mass-in-Motion has a GIS Grad Intern from SSU that is working with them and could easily create the map we are looking for. He will discuss further with John Pelletier to see if he is available to attend the next meeting so that he understands what it is the Committee is looking for. B. Mabbott stated that there is a cool concept called sneckdown where it shows traffic patterns and pedestrian paths after it snows. It shows how much wasted space there is in roadways which could be converted into more space for pedestrians or bicycle accommodations. F. Taormina asked stated that there is a website called street mix which use can create a cross section of a street. He will forward to link to the Committee Members via email so that they can play around with it and perhaps use it to help convey the Committee's vision. E. DeMain asked if the Planning Director could also attend the next meeting so that she can better understand the Committee's conceptual plan. F. Taormina stated that he will ask her but cannot guarantee with her busy schedule that she will be able to attend. At a minimum he will keep her updated on the matter. • F. Taormina will report back to the Committee at the next meeting with respect to allocating funds to realize the design, engineering, and construction of the trail cycle track project and bring a large map of the City of Salem so that the Committee can concurrently work on the concept plan. Old/New Business complete streets Opportunity Acting Chair Peck opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. . F.Taormina informed the Committee that Mass-in-Motion (MIM) is working with the regional planning agency, Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) on drafting a proposed Complete Streets Ordinance, which would require pedestrian and bicycling accommodations on every city street. Discussion ensued. F. Taormina also noted that MIM and MAPC will be creating a working group and want to have a representative from the Bike Path Committee serve on the group. F. Taormina asked if anyone was interested in serving. He noted that the working group meeting will likely be during the day when City Hall is open, but he will advocate for the meeting day/time to be held on Thursdays when City Hall is open late. B. Mabbott stated that provided the meeting day/time works for him he would like to volunteer to serve on the working group. The Committee agreed that Bruce would be a good representative and thanked him for volunteering. • F. Taormina stated that he will confirm the day/time of the working group meetings with B. Mabbott once MIM and MAPC have confirmed with him. He also stated that once the working group meetings are underway he and Bruce will update the Committee on the progress. Pace 3 of 4 Acting Chair Peck asked if there were any further items to discuss tonight, there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Shuman makes that motion, seconded by D. Bowie and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their March 12, 2014 Meeting Pace 4 of 4 toanrr City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting Ton are here6y notified that the Salem Bib§Path Committee wiffho&fa regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, `March 12, 2014 at 7:00pm at City 9lallAnnex Pgom 314, 120', h' ton Street J ey Befn, �T � B P Chairman SBPC� suFM aixe rerx co.mrtee Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Jeffrey Befn, Chair Bruce Wa66ott (Dan Cooper `, ham Peck'Vice Chair Brad Sandler Ernest De9ifaio (Dan Shuman (David Bowie David7fallaxves • n --i o • -C t. Approval of Meeting Minutes C-)rn 3 ♦ February 12, 2014 Meeting Minutes s x_ rt rn Cr 2. Public Comment m 3 ' N 3 3� O 3. New/Old Business —0 ♦ Proposed Boston Street Cycle Track Trial Project— funding update + Complete Streets Working Group—update ♦ Conceptual PlanforFuture Biking Infrastructure Adjournment This notice posted on "Officio Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem,.Mass. on (ttyr,A (o,ap N at a{)� P in accordant with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 1$-25. Know your rights under the Open meeting Law, Massachusetts GeneraCLaw Chapter 30,4 Sections 18-25 • and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 12, 2014 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present: Chairman Jeff Bellin, Will Peck, Dan Cooper, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Bruce Mabbott, and David Bowie. Also Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: Dan Shuman Public in Attendance: None Chairman Bellin called the meeting to order at 7:06 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. F. Taormina informed the Committee that David Hallowes submitted a resignation letter to the Mayor's Office on March 12th, effective immediately. The Mayor's Office informed him that they have one application/resume on file from Kristin Anderson, but it has been on file for over a year. Provided that she is still interested in serving, the Mayor will appoint her to the Committee to take David's place. 1. Approval of Minutes • Chairman Bellin asked if there were any comments or edits for the February 12, 2014 draft meeting minutes. B. Mabbott pointed out a few edits on page 2 and page 3 of the minutes. F. Taormina stated that he caught a spelling error on page 1 and noted that Committee Member E. DeMaio emailed his some changes that wanted to make on page 1. Chairman Bellin asked for a motion to approve as amended. Motion was made by B. Mabbott, seconded by D. Bowie, and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None. 3. Old/New Business Proposed Boston Street Cycle Track Trial Project Chairman Bellin opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina updated the Committee that additional funded needed to move this project forward has not been obtained yet. He will confirm by the next meeting or sooner. F. Taormina stated that if funding cannot be obtained, he will explore the idea of a pop-up cycletrack (protected bike lane) on a portion of a city street for a weekend. The idea is low/no cost but will require volunteers. Discussion ensued and the Committee agreed that this concept could be a good contingency plan. • Old/New Business Complete Streets Working Group Update Chairman Bellin opened the item and having been absent from the previous meeting asked F. Taormina to give a brief overview. Paae 1 of 3 F. Taormina updated the Chairman that Salem Mass-in-Motion is working with the regional planning agency, Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) on drafting a proposed Complete Streets Ordinance for the City of Salem, which would require pedestrian and bicycling accommodations on every city street. A working group made up of City Officials and various other stakeholders was created and B. Mabbott volunteered to represent the Bike Path Committee at those meeting. B. Mabbott confirmed that the first working group meeting is scheduled for March 27th at 4:OOpm. Chairman Bellin asked if those meeting were open to the public and if he and other Committee Member could attend, F. Taormina confirmed that they could. F. Taormina stated that he and B. Mabbott will provide the Committee with updates at future meetings as to the progress of the working group and the proposed ordinance. Old/New Business Conceptual Plan for Future Biking Infrastructure Chairman Bellin turned the floor over to Committee Member E. DeMaio E. DeMaio reviewed a proposed"Vision 2020- Bikeway Manifesto"that he emailed to the Committee in advance of the meeting. E. DeMaio reviewed the proposal with the Committee and stated that it can really be summarized into three major points: connectivity, safety, and access. He noted that the driving factor is to create a network of bicycle infrastructure that • will make bicycling a viable transportation alternative in Salem. Discussion ensued. E. DeMaio then showed the Committee three poster boards that he created which displayed street cross sections of cycletracks (protected bike lanes) and buffered bike lanes, photographs of existing protected bike lanes and buffered bike lanes, and a map identifying various corridors where he recommends these types of bike facilities locate and connect to abutting communities. Discussion ensued. E. DeMaio then asked if F. Taormina could set up a meeting with the City Planner and the Mayor so that the Committee could present a more refined version of the poster boards and the Committee's Vision 2020 — Bikeway Manifesto. Discussion regarding the details of such a meeting ensued. It was determined that a meeting with the City Planner should occur first, then schedule a meeting with the Mayor. F. Taormina stated that it is unlikely that he will be able to get the Mayor or the City Planner to attend a future committee meeting at night, but suggested that if the Committee could make themselves available during City business hours he would be able to schedule a meeting with both of them. He suggested that Thursdays would likely work best as City Hall is open until 7pm. E. DeMaio said that he is available to meet on Thursday, March 27th at 6pm, after the first Complete Streets Working Group Meeting. The Committee agreed that time/day works and F. Taormina stated that he would coordinate with the City Planner to see if she is available that day/time and confirm with the Committee afterwards. • E. DeMaio asked if the Committee has input on the poster boards or any better photographs to forward that to him ASAP so that he can finalize the boards and have the final large scale poster boards printed. Chairman Bellin asked if there was any other old/new business to discuss tonight. Page 2 of 3 B. Mabbott asked if F. Taormina could add the concept of a car free street day to the next agenda for the committee to discuss. F. Taormina agreed to do so. B. Mabbott also asked F. Taormina could update the Committee on the Salem Bike Path Extension project. F. Taormina stated that negotiations with the property owner of the former California Olive Oil Company have not ended well. The City and the MBTA made a number of concessions for the property owner but he is still not satisfied. He was hesitant to say that the project is dead, but admitted that without the property owner's cooperation the project is at an impasse and cannot proceed. He stated that the Mayor has since intervened and have reached out to the property owner's attorney numerous times to try and move this forward at no avail. B. Mabbott asked if the City could just build the bike path as far as they can on either side of his property and route the bike path around his property. F. Taormina stated that he is not certain if the MBTA will permit the City to do that, but he will look into it. He stated that he will follow up with the Director and the Mayor and see where things stand and report back to the Committee at the next meeting. Chairman Bellin asked if there were any further items to discuss tonight, there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. B. Sandler makes that motion, seconded by D. Bowie and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:37 PM. Respectfully submitted by: • Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their Apni 9, 2014 Meeting Pa-0e 3 of 3 ��roxntr,� 5= City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice ofWeeting lou are herehy noti'edthat the Saletn Bike(Path Committee wiCChofda regufarfy sched led meeting on Wednesday,Aprd9, 2014 at 7:00pm at City7faCCAnne,�, Room 314, 120'W shingtonStreet effrey BeCh , FT AB n Chairman 9d eeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order =. e C� r y Roll Call: Jeffrey Bean, Chair Bruce 9Va6hott Dan Cooper 'Wtffiam(Peck 'Vice Chair BradSandler Ernest(DeaRaio (Dan Shuman (David Bowie y • m D .i 3 "D t. Approval of Meeting Minutes > tw! + March 12, 2014 Meeting Minutes r w 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business + Complete Streets Working Group —update + Vision 2020 —update + Discussion regarding the concept of a Car Free Street Day � Adjournment This notice posted on "Offici I Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on et./ yk//y at j,Y3,4M in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. Xnow your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts CjeneraCLaw Chapter 30,4 Sections 18-25 aturCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 t 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + www.salem.com lop N 0 �BI I a I� 4� r'l �7 0 i d N 2 [01 I o 0 'c • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 9, 2014 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Presents Dan Shuman, Dan Cooper, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, and Bruce Mabbott. Also Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent; Chairman Jeff Bellin, Will Peck, and David Bowie Public in Attendance; Kristin Anderson (Salem Resident and soon to be new Salem Bike Path Committee Member), Michael Williamson (Salem Resident), and Jude Griffin (Salem Resident and Salem Mass-In-Motion Safe Routes to School Coordinator) In the absence of both the Chair and Vice Chair, Committee Member Dan Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Acting Chair Shuman asked if there were any comments or edits for the March 12, 2014 draft meeting minutes. E. DeMaio pointed out an edit on page 2 of the minutes. Acting Chair Shuman asked for a motion to approve as amended. Motion was made by B. Sandler, seconded by D. Cooper, and approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment Acting Chair Shuman asked if there were any public comments at this time. Michael Williamson (Salem Resident) asked what new bike routes are being planned? The Committee stated that they will be discussing that tonight under the Vision 2020 agenda item. Kristin Anderson also took this opportunity to introduce herself to the Committee and stated that she will be attending the City Council Meeting tomorrow night to be confirmed as a new member to the Salem Bike Path Committee. She looks forward to working with the Committee in the future. 3. Old/New Business Complete Streets Working Group Acting Chair Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina noted that Committee Member Bruce Mabbott volunteered to represent the Committee on the working group, and Committee Member Ernie DeMaio was also present representing both the Committee and the City's Design Review Board. E. DeMaio explained that the first meeting was just to explain what a Complete Street is, reviewed an existing Complete Streets Policy from Littleton, MA and discussed the difference • between a policy and ordinance. He also noted that if a policy or ordinance is supported and approved by City Council he wasn't sure if a new group or committee would be created to ensure compliance with the complete streets policy or ordinance. Page 1 of 4 • F. Taormina stated that he wasn't sure but it would make sense to have the working group recommend such a thing. He stated that ultimately the proposed policy or ordinance will need to be submitted to the City Council for their review/approval. B. Sandler asked if a new group or committee is formed, at least one Bike Path Committee Member should serve on it and one alternate as well. E. DeMaio also stated that the Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance is not a standalone document, but it references a variety of other documents or master plans to ensure that it is all encompassing. He stated that the NACTO Guidelines and Bike Circulation Master Plan would be referenced, but the Master Plan is outdated and needs to be updated to reflect the Committee's future vision. He also noted that the Committee needs to play a more proactive role in the Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance, if it is successful. The Committee should be reviewing all roadway improvement projects to ensure that biking is accommodated, not left up to other to decide. B. Mabbott stated that MAPC created a draft Salem Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance for review and comment. He stated that he will be providing comment and perhaps the Committee should look at it and provide comment as well. F. Taormina stated that he will forward the draft document to the rest of the Committee for their review and comment. He also noted that he feels that the draft document lacks details about the various types of bike accommodations and where they should be installed and how this is enforced. • Kristin Anderson (Salem Resident and soon to be Committee Member) asked about the Bike Master Plan and how it would work with the Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance. F. Taormina stated that the current Master Plan is outdated and only supports three different kinds of bike facilities: off-road bike paths, on-road bike lanes, and on-road bike sharrows. It does not include the Committee's Vision 2020 (variations of on-street protected bike lanes or buffered bike lanes). E. DeMaio stated that the update of the Master Plan needs to be done soon so that the Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance reflects the Committee's future vision. Discussion regarding the update of the Master Plan, timeline, and funding ensured. D. Cooper asked how long the working group will meet to complete the proposed Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance. B. Mabbott stated that he believes it will likely take another 3 or 4 meeting and about 6 months time. F. Taormina stated that he, E. DeMaio, and B. Mabbott will give the Committee another update at the next meeting. Old/New Business Vision 2020 Acting Chair Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to Committee Member E. . DeMaio. E. DeMaio gave an overview of the vision which includes the idea of installing safer on-road bike accommodations referred to as cycletracks or protected bike lanes. He updated the Committee on the informal presentation that he gave to the City Planner Lynn Duncan along Page 2 of 4 • with Chairman Bellin and Committee Member B. Mabbott and shared the presentation boards with the Committee. He stated that the Committee's Vision 2020 was well received by the City Planner and that she was going to adjust her budget to assist in furthering the idea and updating the master plan. E. DeMaio stated that next they will be meeting informally with the Mayor so that they could present the Vision to her and get her support for the idea before the Committee introduces the Vision to larger audiences. E. DeMaio stated that timing is difficult as many large roadway improvement projects are underway or in planning and design stages and do not include the Committee's Vision. He stated that the City's Bike Circulation Master Plan needs to be updated ASAP to ensure that the Committee's vision is reflected and coupled with the Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance would be integral in the design and engineering process for all future roadway projects. He asked F. Taormina is there is any way to expedite things. F. Taormina stated that he would follow up with the City Planner to see if her budget was approved by City Council or not, and if so when the funds could be available to hire an Engineering Consultant to assist in updating the Master Plan. D. Cooper asked if the Committee could start working of the update and furthering the Vision before the funds are available and a consultant is obtained. Discussion ensured and everyone agreed that that could and should happen. Acting Chair Shuman recognized Michael Williamson (Salem Resident) who had a question • about the various projects around Salem. He asked if the proposed Gas Pipeline for the new Natural Gas Power Plant could pay for the construction of bike paths or bike routes. F. Taormina stated that the Complete Streets Working Group is discussing the idea of private projects triggering the need to comply with the Complete Streets Policy/Ordinance, but he wasn't sure if that City would support such a thing. However, if a project has traffic, impacts, environmental impacts, etc., such as the proposed Pipeline Project, then restoration or mitigation could be required, by one or more of the local land use boards, which could include restoring/improving the existing bike path around Collins Cove, or the creation of a new bike path through other City properties where the pipeline is slated to locate. E. DeMaio asked if F. Taormina could change the cover letter that they prepared for the City Planner and readdress to the Mayor. He also asked if he could email the cover letter to the rest of the Committee. F. Taormina stated that he would take care of that. The Committee then discussed the idea of subcommittees or a couple members meeting outside of public meetings to research or further Committee initiatives. F. Taormina stated that he would have that discussion with the Director and get back to them about what they can and cannot do, to ensure that the Committee is adhering to the State Open Meeting Law. Old/New Business Discussion regarding the concept of a Car Free Street Day Acting Chair Shuman turned the floor over to Committee Member B. Mabbott. • B. Mabbott stated that it was getting late and he would give a quick overview about the idea and request that the item be continued to the next meeting. He stated that the idea of closing a City Street for a portion of a day to hold a bike friendly event is being done all over the country and he would like to explore the idea here in Salem. Page 3 of 4 SF. Taormina stated that perhaps it could be done during an existing event so that there is a built in audience. He asked what street he was thinking about using. Discussion ensued. The Committee suggested a few options like the NPS Maritime Festival on Derby Street, the Salem Jazz &Soul Festival on Fort Ave/Restaurant Row at the Willows, etc. Acting Chair Shuman continued the item to the next meeting and the Committee agreed that they would think about the idea in the meantime. Acting Chair Shuman asked if there were any further items to discuss tonight, B. Mabbott asked if F. Taormina could update the Committee on the Salem Bike Path Extension Project. F. Taormina stated that he and the Mayor have a conference call with the MBTA next Tuesday to discuss options to further the project, as the project is at a standstill with the owner of the former California Olive Oil Company. He told the Committee that he will give them a full update at the next meeting. F. Taormina also informed the Committee that if they have any ideas or would like to add items to future agenda meetings to please let him know, so that he is not setting the agenda every month. Acting Chair Shuman asked if there were any further items to discuss tonight there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Cooper makes that motion, seconded by B. • Sandler and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their May 14, 1014 meeting Page 4 of 4 f ��coNnit�Qi City of SaleMis notice postrd on "Official Bulletin Board" ' City Hall, Salem, a s • BIKE PATH f iC�A� I a c t l ce Wit1yM6L Chap. 30A, ?o1MMe� ectlons 18-25. Notice of Meeting cYou are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Bath Committee willhofda regularfy scheduled meeting on Wednesday, 91fay 14, 2014 at 7:00pm at City 7faffAnnex 12pom 314, 120/`W sltington street V • T 9effiey Bellin, BChairman �SPC� Meeting Agenda o r g Call Meeting to Order „ 00 Roll Call: Jeffrey Bean, Chair Bruce 3fab6ott Dan Cooper v Whom Peck 'Vice Chaff" BradSandder Ernest DeWaio =' Dan Shuman David Bowie Kristin Anderson 3 G) A 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ April 9, 2014 Meeting Minutes ♦ Discussion regarding potential changes to format of meeting minutes 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business + Vision 2020—update and discussion regarding next steps ♦ Bike Circulation Master Plan—update plan, funding, timetable, protected lanes, etc. ♦ Complete Streets Working Group — progress update ♦ Events —PEM Free Wheeling Bike Night (May 15th) and Bike & Build (July 15th) ♦ Salem Bike Path Extension Project—progress update ♦ Car Free Street Day Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Weeting Law, Wassachusetts G'enerafLaw Chapter 30,4 Sections • 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com �4 • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, May 14, 2014 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Will Peck, David Bowie, Dan Shuman, Dan Cooper, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Kristin Anderson, and Bruce Mabbott. Also Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: Chairman Jeff Bellin Public in Attendance: Rinus Oosthoek(Executive Director of the Salem Chamber of Commerce) In the absence the Chair, Vice Chair Will Peck called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes Acting Chair Peck asked if there were any comments or edits for the April 9, 2014 draft meeting minutes. There being none, he asked for a motion to approve. Motion was made by E. DeMaio, seconded by B. Sandler, and approved unanimously. Acting Chair Peck stated that a request was made to discuss changing the format of the meeting minutes or agenda. • E. DeMaio noted that he asked to add that item to the agenda so that current projects and outstanding projects can be better tracked and closed out. Discussion ensued regarding how that would be done. Ultimately it was agreed that F. Taormina would create a separate spreadsheet that would track projects and that would be submitted with all the meeting packet information prior to each meeting. F.Taormina stated that he would create a template and the Committee could review and approve the layout/format at the next meeting. 2. Public Comment Acting Chair Peck asked if there were any public comments at this time. Rinus Oosthoek(Executive Director of the Salem Chamber of Commerce) introduced himself to the Committee and stated that he doesn't have anything to discuss at this point in time and thanked Committee Member E. DeMaio for inviting him to the meeting tonight. 3. Old/New Business Vision 2020 Acting Chair Shuman opened the item and turned the Floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina informed the Committee that he, Chairman Bellin, E. DeMaio, and B. Mabbott met with the Mayor on April 29th in her office to present the Bike Path Committee's Vision 2020 and next steps. He stated that she is supportive of the concept and the next steps. • F. Taormina passed around a sheet identifying the next steps and B. Mabbot read them aloud Page 1 of 4 ".0 • E. DeMaio elaborated on the meeting with the Mayor and further explained the next steps including presenting the Committee's Vision 2020 to City Council or potentially meeting with individual City Councilors. F. Taormina explained what the proceeds would be to be placed on a future City Council Meeting and noted that he wasn't sure exactly what meeting agenda they would be placed on. Discussion regarding how long it might take to be placed on a City Council Agenda ensued. Rinus Oosthoek (Salem Chamber of Commerce) suggested that the Committee present to the whole City Council as soon as possible so that they can buy into the concept, instead of hearing about it after the fact or second hand. E. DeMaio noted that two of the City Councilors (Councilor Gerard and Councilor LeGault) are on the Complete Street Working Group and at the next meeting he will be presenting the Vision 2020 to the group, so a few of the Councilors will know about the concept soon. F. Taormina agreed that the Committee should present to the City Council because not only will be also be reviewing and voting on the proposed Complete Streets Ordinance but will also be reviewing and approving funding requests for CPA Funds. He noted that the committee could apply for funds to construct protected or buffered bike lanes utilizing CPA funds and if the Council know nothing about it, they may not support the project. B. Sander suggested that the Committee prepare a letter for the City Council that outlines the Committee's Vision 2020. • K. Anderson agreed that a letter could be drafted and submitted as soon as possible and ask to be placed on a future meeting agenda but in the meantime bring to their attention some of the major points of the Committee's Vision 2020. D. Shuman asked if a map showing which wards will have protected lanes might be helpful. F.Taormina stated that the overall map should suffice, as it is conceptual and each of the Ward Councilors know what is and what isn't in their ward. The Committee agreed to include a map to put things in context. Discussion regarding what the letter should include and how it should be drafted was discussed. It was determined that the letter that was prepared for the City Planner and the Mayor would be simplified for the City Council and include a map and perhaps a few photos showing the overall concept. Old/New Business Bike Circulation Master Plan Update Acting Chair Shuman turned the Floor over to F. Taormina for an update. F. Taormina stated that he obtained an estimate from FST Engineers to provide engineering services in updating the outdated bike master plan which is $15,000-$20,000. He noted that he will be submitting a funding request to the Mayor's Office to include that amount in her budget, as it may not be able to be funded through the Planning Department's Budget. D. Cooper asked when the funding request will be approved. • F.Taormina stated that the budget hearings will start in June for the Fiscal Year 2015 Budget. If the amount is approved it would become available to the Committee after July 1, 2014. Pane 2 of 4 • E. DeMaio made a motion that the Committee start working on the Scope of Serives to update the master plan at the next meeting and for F. Taormina to bring a map of the existing and proposed bike routes map, seconded by B. Mabbott, approved unanimously. Old/New Business Events—PEM/PM Free Wheeling Bike Night and Bike&Build Acting Chair Peck opened the item and turned the Floor over to K. Anderson. K. Anderson stated that the Bike Path Committee will be participating in the Peabody Essex Museum's Free Wheeling Bike Night Event tomorrow night(May 15th). She stated that she picked up bike route maps, safety pamphlets, and information regarding the Salem Spins Bike Share Program from F. Taormina. She will also have one of the Salem Spins bikes on display at the event and will coordinate with F. Taormina on that. She will also obtain some poster boards showing the existing and proposed bike routes and a street map of the City of Salem. She noted that with the street map, the attendants will be asked to plot their preferred bike routes throughout the City. B. Sandler asked if the Committee could review that afterwards, to see how that lines up with the Committee's vision. K. Anderson agreed and will share it with the Committee at the next meeting. K. Anderson also stated that on July 15th Bike and Build will be coming to Salem. Bike& Build organizes cross-country bicycle trips for community development and to assist affordable housing groups. K. Anderson stated that she participated in the event last year. • She also noted that she works for the North Shore CDC and they will be coordinated with the Bike & Build this year, when they arrive in Salem to assist in making improvements in the Point Neighborhood. Discussion ensued. D. Shuman stated that he was aware of an event that he would like to share with the Committee. He stated that Jason Silva (Director of the Salem YMCA) is organizing a Earn-a- Bike Program in Salem, which encourages youth community service and in return the youth that participate get a free bike. He asked if the Committee was interested in working with the YMCA on the event or organize a Bike Rodeo with the group. He also noted that Salem State is interested in opening up a Bike Shop of Bike CoOp on campus. R. Oosthoek(Salem Chamber of Commerce) informed the Committee that a film called "Human Scale" by a Danish architect and professor named Jan Gehl was recently shown at the Salem Film Fest 2014 at Salem Cinema, which looks at changing cities with people in mind instead of cars. He noted that it was sold out and extremely well received. He noted that there was such great feedback that the Chamber asked that the Filmmaker to return the Salem and show the film again at Salem Cinema, and suggested that the City Planning Department, Bike Path Committee, Salem Redevelopment Authority, Design Review Board, and any other City Department, Board, or Commission associated with urban design, development, and planning be invited to see the Film. Discussion ensued. Old/New Business Salem Bike Path Extension Project Acting Chair Peck opened the item and turned it over to F. Taormina. • F. Taormina stated that he and the Mayor had a conference call with the MBTA on April 15th to discuss what the City's options are with respect to furthering the bike path extension project. He noted that the negotiations between the City/META and the owner of the former California Olive Oil company has come to an impasse. He stated that the City and the MBTA Page 3 of 4 • have done as much as they possible could and the Mayor is unwilling to just give up on the project. She asked the MBTA what the City's options are, if any at all. He stated that the MBTA is looking into two options: speaking with the fright company(PanAm Railways— Guildford Rail)to see if they can compensate them for the freight rights and have them abandoned and how eminent domain could work in this taking a right of way, with freight right. He stated that the MBTA needs to review the options with their legal and operations department and will follow up with the city to let us know our options. F. Taormina said that he will update the Committee at the next meeting. Old/New Business Car Free Street Day Because it was getting late, Acting Chair Peck asked if the Committee wanted to table this item to next month. The Committee agreed. Acting Chair Peck asked if there were any further items to discuss tonight there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Shuman makes that motion, seconded by B. Mabbott and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator • Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their June 18, 2014 meeting Page 4 of 4 I City of Salem ;s BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2014 JUN -5 P 2: S9 Notice of MeetingFILE 4 CITY CLERK, SALEM. MASS lou are hereby notiflied that the Salem Bike lath Committee wi(fho(da regu(arfy scheduled meeting on Wednesday,,dune 11, 2014 at 7..00pm at City 7fal(Annm(Poom 314, 120 Washington Street ffrey Be tnW r Chairman /�SBPC\ I.U. �111 ,..I 1,1..1..,E Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Jeffrey Befn, Chair Bruce 5Wa66ott Dan Cooper WiYGam(Peck'Vice Chair BradSand(er Ernest(De%aio Dan Shuman DavidBowte Kristin Uderson • i. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ May 14, 2014 Meeting Minutes a Review SBPC Project Tracking Form 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business t Vision 2020—update and discussion regarding next steps ♦ Complete Streets Working Group—update ♦ Bike Circulation Master Plan—funding to update plan ♦ Salem Bike Path Extension Project—update ♦ Car Free Street Day—discussion of concept and potential sites Adjournment Knowyour rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts GeneralLaw Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 • This notice posted on ,Official Bulletin Boajd-" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on �UW �, ZOi`- at '��►� in accordant��(/'L',,�th MG, at 30A, sections 18-25. 120 Washington Street Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com �ONfgT . '� City of Salem ' BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 1014 JUN 10 A1a21 FILE # CITY CLERK. SALEM, MASS- Rescheduled Meeting Notice You are hereby notified that the regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee for Wednesday, June 11, 2014 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street. Jeryfr l. Chairman • This notice posted on "Oficial Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on 4: w LO Zell- at 10_-uAH in accordan" with MG(L Chap.,30/1,, Sections 18-25. Know yourrights under the Open Meeting Law,Wassachusetts GeneraCLaw Chapter30A,Sections 18-25 andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington street + Salem,Massachusetts 01970 +Ph 978-619-5685 +Fax 978-740-0404 + www.salem.com �oNmtk • City of Salem 0, BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of W ocheduled 9deeting You are hereby notifted that the Salem Bikg Path Committee meeting scheduledfor'Wednesday,dune 11, 2014 has been rescheduled to Wednesday,June 18, 2014 at 7:00pm at City 0allAnneX (I�pom 4, 120`GVashington Street ee 'f r. geffrey Bellin, Chairman o �SBPC\ t r c_ Meeting Agenda z s-T. N Call Meeting to Order 3 0 N M Roll Call: Jeffrey Berlin, Chair Bruce Ma66ott (Dan Cooper -2 Cn a 'MITiam PecC Vice chair Brad Sandler Ernest lDe`Maio C�t Dan Shuman David Bowie Kristin Anderson m U • C J i. Approval of Meeting Minutes fd y ♦ May 14, 2014 Meeting Minutes •� + Review SBPC Project Tracking Form d w G O o � 2. Public Comment e H o O M v g. New/Old Business d N ♦ Vision 2020—update and discussion regarding next steps nh N ♦ Complete Streets Working Group— update U ?-KOO + Bike Circulation Master Plan—funding to update plan + Salem Bike Path Extension Project—update H >�p + Car Free Street Day—discussion of concept and potential sites V N Adjournment Know your nghts under the Open 'Meeting La¢v, 52assacfiiusetts GeneralLaw Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 +Fax 978-740-0404 + www.salem.com City of Salem • �� ) BIKE PATH COMMITTEE MlIV6 2013 CommitteeWem6ers DAN SHUMAN,.C]• I— BRAD SANDLER 72 Washington Street, Suite#1 8 Barstow Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.741.2222(work) 617.640.4537(cell) 978.979.3865 (cell) brad.sandler(a,comcast.net dan(a,salemcycle.com term expires 41112015 term expires 91112014 1 JEFF BELLIN 1 C�tu+u+�"`^ Cas 9'1)13, DAVID BOWIE y 396 Essex Street 14 Beach Avenue Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.302.1102(cell) 978.744.6678(home) Imbellin(a),cwmcast.net davidibowic(&grnail.com term expires 71112014 term expires 411212015 • ERNEST DEMAIO DAN COOPER 289 Essex Street, Suite 507 7 Phelps Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 e 617.816.3555 (cell) 508.934.6665 (cell) ernestvdemaio(7earthlink.net cooper 3377(a msn.com term expires 71112014 term expires 411212015 BRUCE MABBOTT DAVID HALLOWES 3 Holly Street 15 River Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 617.905.0992 (cell) 617.966.7890(cell) b mabbott(fi),yahoo.com dmhallowesa,gmail.com term expires 112412016 term expires 71112014 1V1'4' Staff WILLIAM PECK 27 Broad Street FRANK TAORMINA Salem,Massachusetts 01970 City of Salem, DPCD 978.744.6343 (home) 120 Washington Street, P Floor willp 52(a)vahoo.com 978.619.5685 (work) • term expires 91112014 ftaormina(a),salem.eom 120 Washington St. •T Salem, Massachusetts 01970•i Phone 978-619-5685•3 Fax 978-740-0404 v www.salem.com City of Salem � 9 BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2013 Meeting Schedufe .Tou are hereby notifiedthat the Salem Bike Bath Committee wilfholdits regularly scheduled meetings on the secondWednesday of eacfii montk at 7:00 pm, in City7fallAnne.X, Rowe 313, 120 Washington St. (Dan Shuman, Chairman } sd , 2013 �P rte 12 2018 ' e es , pFil7d;2013 Cts Wll , 3 reSCGo 1��� (S Wcdff s aY uY 3Canc.t��� ✓No meeting in August t:y:,eptember:11, 201 ` e 13 L/Wedn"day December 11 2013 Ca1v1t1V� 120 Washington St..❖ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 f•Phone 978-619-5685{•Fax 978-740-0404•:• www.salem.com. Salem Bike Path Committee FY2013 ANNUAL REPORT View of Canal Ste epith OW City of Salem,Massachusetts Salem Bike Path Committee • FY2013 ANNUAL REPORT In June 2006, the City of Salem established the Salem Bike Path Committee, which is a Committee dedicated to making Salem a bike-friendly community. The primary goal of this Committee is to make Salem a more-desirable urban environment by establishing safe and well planned on- and/or off-road bike routes for walking and cycling. Objectives of the Committee are to assist in the expansion of the existing on- and off-road bike routes throughout Salem and to our surrounding communities, encourage'the Safe Routes to Schools Program, advocate for alternative forms of transportation to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality, advocate for bike safety, and encourage cycling both as a form of alternative transportation and as a form of exercise and better health. The Salem Bike Path Committee meets regularly on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm in Salem City Hall Annex, Meeting Room 314, 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. The Committee did not meet during the months of July 2012, August 2012, September 2012, December 2012, and April 2013. During the 2013 fiscal year period, the Salem Bike Path Committee included Dan Shuman (Chairman), Jeff Bellin, William Peck, David Hallowes, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Dan Cooper, David Bowie, and Bruce Mabbott (appointed on 1/24/13). Some of the Bike Path Committee's key initiatives completed during the 2013 fiscal year were as follows: • • Salem Bike Path Extension (Phase II) — During this fiscal year, the City continued to work closely with the MBTA and area property owners to negotiate the bike path extension through a portion of the MBTA's active and unused railroad right-of-way. The extension of the Salem Bike Path from Canal Street (abutting Gardner Mattress) to Downtown Salem is the highest priority project identified in the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan. • Salem Bicycle Routes Map — With 5+ miles of on- and off-road bike routes installed throughout Salem to date, the Bike Path Committee wanted to plot them on a user friendly map that can be made available to the general public. This fiscal year the maps were printed and disseminated to area bike shops, Salem Public Library, Salem Parks and Recreation Department, and at each of the Salem Spins Bike Share Stations. Additionally, an electronic version of the map is available on the City of Salem Website to view and print. • Salem Bicycle Safety Brochure — The Bike Path Committee has been working on the contents of a brochure that can be utilized to advocate for bicycle safety in Salem. This fiscal year an English and Spanish version of the bike safety brochure was printed and disseminated throughout the Salem Public School System (K-8) and made available to the general public at various locations, including the Salem Public Library, Salem Parks and Recreation Department, Salem Police Department, and at each of the Salem Spins Bike Share Stations. Additionally, an electronic version of both the English and Spanish versions of the • brochure are available on the City of Salem Website to view and print. Salem Bike Path Committee FY2013 Annual Report Page 2 of 3 • Bridge Street Bike Sharrows—The City and Bike Path Committee worked with MassDOT, through the City Engineer, to install bike sharrow pavement markings on Bridge Street from Webb Street to the Beverly/Salem Bridge (0.5 mi) as part of the Bridge Street Reconstruction Project. The installation of these bike sharrows now successfully connects the City of Beverly to the Town of Marblehead via a 5.35 mile long on- and off-road bike route traversing the City of Salem. PEDALING FORWARD>>> eve Some of the notable bike initiatives the City and Bike Path Committee are currently working on or looking to complete in fiscal year 2014 are as follows: • Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension >>> The Bike Path Committee has been working with the City Engineer and FST Engineering to extend the existing bike lane on Lafayette Street from West Avenue to Porter Street (0.9 mi). FST Engineers finalized the engineered plans and the City has contracted with a Pavement Marking Company. The work is expected to be completed early next fiscal year. Once completed, the extension will directly connect the Town of Marblehead and Salem State University to downtown Salem via an on-road bike lane (dedicated travel lane only for bikes) and brings the City's total network of on- and off- road bike routes to 6.25 miles long. • • Bike Share Station at Salem Wharf >>> The Bike Path Committee is currently working with the City Energy and Sustainability Manager to install a new Salem Spins Bike Share Station at the Salem Wharf/Salem Ferry. Ten (10) new bikes and the supporting bike rack station has been ordered and the City expects that the new bike share station will be up and running in September 2013. Also, the City will be installing on-road bike sharrow pavement markings (0.85 mi) and associated bike route signs from the new bike share station, connecting to the rest of the City's bike route network. Once completed, the City's total network of on- and off-road bike routes will total 7.1 miles. • Salem Bike Path Extension >>> The City will continue to work on logistical issues necessary to execute a long-term lease agreement with the MBTA to utilize a portion of their active and unused right-of-way to facilitate the extension of the Salem Bike Path to downtown Salem. Concurrently, AECOM, the City's consulting engineers, will continue to design, engineer, and permit the bike path extension in conjunction with the Canal Street Improvements Project. Once the 1.5 mile extension is completed it will connect downtown Marblehead and Salem State to downtown Salem via an entirely off-road bike path. Once completed, the City's total network of on- and off-road bike routes will total 8.6 miles. Respectfully submitted, Frank Taormina Planner/Harbor Coordinator • @ Salem Bike Path Committee FY2013 Annual Report Page 3 of 3 City of Salem • tiP BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting You are hereby notiftedthat the Saletn Bike 2atfr Committee'(viffhofda reguftrfy schednfzdmeeting on Wednesday,January 9, 2013 at 7:00pm at City7fa(rAnneC Room 314, 120`6Vashington Street Sh j -Chaint+an SBPC\ Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Z2 Roll Call: 4JanShnman, Cftair' Da+nd7faffonves -< Cooper n "' YeffreyBelhn BradSaruffer (Dan Coo p Ernest Lne514a10 (DavidBowie 'William Peck rn L- 1. 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes v n + November 14, 2012 ilkleeting Minutes ? w 3 n (J) T r. V 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business + Review bike safety brodmre + Review, discuss, and prioritize future on- and off-road bike routes Adjournment v13 Had 5 go 0 MAL ti Know yourngfits under the Open 'Weeting Law, SWassachusetts CjenerafLa•m Chapter 39,Section 23B ' andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 n 1,20 Washoatton Street + Solem, Mossechuseus 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fox 978-740-0404 + +uwutsa(ern.,mm • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, January 9, 2013 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Chairman Dan Shuman, David Bowie, Dan Cooper, Will Peck, and Ernest DeMaio. ' Also Present° Frank Taormina, Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: Jeff Bellin, David Hallowes, and Brad Sandler _ 3 � Public in Attendances Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM. He acknowledged those members absent . and present for the record. i 1. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments or edits with respect to the November 14, 2012 Meeting Minutes, there being none he asked for a motion to approve. D. Bowie ' made that motion, seconded by D. Cooper and approved unanimously. z. Public Comment Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked their names for the record and • asked if there were any public comments at this time. Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) stated he did not have any comments at this time. } Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other public comments at this time, there being, none he moved onto the next agenda item. 3. Old/New Business a Update on Salem Bike Safety Brochure Chairman Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina mentioned to the Committee that the last meeting was cancelled because they failed to meet quorum to hold a public meeting, So he updated the Committee on where I things left off the last time they met, back in November 2012. F. Taormina shared the most recent version of the Salem Bike Safety Brochure and pointed out the edits and formatting changes the Committee asked for. He also informed the Committee that the Salem Mass-in-Motion Coalition will be paying for the printing of the safety brochure and therefore want to add their logo and edits. He mentioned that he incorporated those edits to the brochure as well for the committee review. Discussion ensued. z Chairman Shuman pointed out a grammatical error on the on the backside of the brochure. , F. Taormina noted the error and will make that change. W. Peck pointed out another grammatical error and suggested a few changes to the text under the section "See and Be Seen". The Committee agreed and F. Taormina noted the error and text changes. Page 1 of 3 F • B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) asked if he could review the brochure and pointed out a couple grammatical mistakes as well. F. Taormina noted the errors. E. DeMaio pointed out an edit and F. Taormina noted it. Chairman Shuman stated that he sent F. Taormina an email about adding text to the section titled "A Safe'Bike" regarding brakes. F. Taormina stated that he did receive the e-mail but did not make the edit to the revised brochure. The Chairman to offer the suggested text addition and F. Taormina said he would make that change as well. . a Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further comments or questions about the safety brochure. F. Taormina stated that he will make the edits and have the draft final brochure available at the next meeting for the Committee to vote and approve. Once approved he will then forward it to Mass-in-Motion and it will be review to approved at the State level prior to the - funding being released. Chairman Shuman agreed and continued the matter until next month. Y 4. Old/New Business Review and prioritize future on-and off-road bike routes Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina stated reviewed the future on- and off-road bike routes already on the working • map from the last meeting and asked the Committee if they had any other suggestions. E. DeMaio stated that he would like to see the pending bike lane on Lafayette Street extended all the way to Derby Street and then continue down Derby Street to connect to the existing bike route at the Congress/Derby/Hawthorne Blvd Intersection. Discussion about the Lafayette/Derby Street Intersection and the South River Harborwalk as a potential off- road path to the Congress Street Bridge ensued. The Committee liked the idea and it was added to the working map. B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) asked if he could offer some suggestions. The Chairman allowed the public comment. B. Mabbott suggested that where the proposed Salem Bike Path ends at Domino's Pizza at intersection of Mill/Washington St that it be extended closer to downtown at Riley Plaza. Discussion regarding the difficulty ensued. B. Mabbott suggested that the Committee consider striping a bike lane or sharrows through the Riley Plaza Parking Lot and ending it at the Washington/Norman/Derby St Intersection. The Committee liked the idea as a feasible compromise to the complication surrounding the extension from that point into downtown, but agreed it need to be looked at closer by and engineer. It was then added to the working map. B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) also suggested that the Committee consider adding a bike lane to Fort Ave as it is a very wide street. The Committee agreed and added it to the working map. D. Cooper mentioned that connectivity to our neighboring communities are important and if we could reach out to them to discuss their bike planning idea, if any at all. • B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) stated that Boston Street is another very wide street that could accommodate a bike lane and could connect to Peabody's pending bike lane. He also expanded on the Boarder-to-Boston Bike Trail (Northern Strand) that goes from Danvers to Salisbury and was wondering it there was a way to connect to that. He stated that Peabody Pa e 2 of 3 is trying to connect to it and asked if the Committee could find a way to connect on or off road to Peabody. Discussed relative to their understanding of City of Peabody's pending on- road bike lane and existing off-road bike path ensued. The Committee asked if F. Taormina could obtain those plans for the Committee to review. F. Taormina said he would make that request and bring them in at the next meeting. B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) also stated that the intersection at Boston/Bridge/Proctor/ Goodhue Streets is very dangerous. The Committee agreed. F. Taormina stated that FST Engineer is on contact with the City to look at that intersection and make improvements to it. He also stated that there are several other properties in the area that are required to build off-road paved paths along the North River Canal (pursuant to MassDEP Chapter 91), connecting back to Bridge Street. Discussion about the proximity to Leslie's Retreat Park and a potential connection to Boston Street and the City of Peabody ensured. F. Taormina stated that he will obtain plans for the roadway improvements in the area (which may have considerations for bike accommodations) and look for the off-road paths so that the matter can be looked at closer at the next meeting. D. Bowie asked about the South River Harborwalk and the proposed extension to Lafayette Street, near Wendy's and Beverly Cooperative Bank. F. Taormina gave a status update on the proposed project and explained the logistical issues surrounding the extension as it passes through land owned by Wendy's and land owned by National Grid and leased by Beverly Cooperative Bank. D. Bowie stated that if/when that is created it could be used as a safer off-road connection to Derby/Congress/Hawthorne Street Intersection or back to Derby Street, just beyond the Lafayette/Derby Streets Intersection. The Committee agreed. & • B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) suggested that the Committee consider installing a protected ` bike lane on a portion of Loring Avenue (from Harrison Ave to Leggs Hill Road) and Fort Avenue (from Derby Street to Columbus Ave). Unaware of the idea, which apparently is starting to gain momentum around the country and not mentioned in the City of Salem's Bike Circulation Master Plan, the Committee discussed the idea further with Mr. Mabbott. The Committee said that they would look into the idea. They were hesitant to recommending the installation of curbing, bollards, or any permanent barriers that entirely separate the vehicular travel lane from the bike lane on the street as it could be ill received by the City ' Engineer and City DPW with respect to plowing complications, maintenance, etc. The Committee did however like the idea of perhaps installing colored rumble strips or pavement marking that help define and further protect the bike lane from the vehicular travel lane. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. W. Peck makes that motion, seconded by D. Bowie and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their February 13, 2013 Meeting Pa;c3of3 5Pv4�eo'��di� i Nm City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 9ti'hMIfJEW` 1013 FEB -1 P 55 28 Notice ofWeeting FILE N CITY CLERK, SALEM, MASS. You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee willhorda regularly schedidedmeeting on Wednesday, Tebruary 13, 2013 at 7:00pm at City 7fal1Anuex Room 314, 120`Washington Street 2DanShuman, �c � � �p Chairman A Lill Meett': ..,�, ..:uw,.,L. ng Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: 'Dan Shuman, Chair 4wrnd7fallatoes Dan Cooper Jeffrey Beffin Brad Sandler `W lham Peck Ernest'DeWaio 2DavidBo¢vie • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ January 9, 2013 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. New/Old Business a Discuss idea of bike work stands ♦ Review, discuss, and prioritize future on- and off-road bike routes _ Adjournment CRY �'2 ,04 a n Knory your rights under the Open Weeting Law, Wassachusetts G'eneralLa w Chapter 30A,Sections 18-25 and City Ordnance,Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.solem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, February 13, 2013 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Chairman Dan Shuman, David Bowie, Dan Cooper, Will Peck, Ernest DeMaio, Jeff Bellin, and Brad Sandler. Also-Present: Frank Taormina, Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: David Hallowes 8 Public in Attendance: Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) and Paul Atkinson (Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments or edits with respect to the January 9, 2013 Meeting Minutes. D. Bowie pointed out some edits on page 2 and page 3. Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to approve as revised. Motion was made by W. Peck, seconded by E. DeMaio, and approved unanimously. p z. Public Comment • Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked their names for the record and asked if there were any public comments at this time. Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) stated that he was appointed to the Committee and will be confirmed by City Council tomorrow night. The Committee congratulated and welcomed him. Paul Atkinson (Salem Resident) introduced himself to the Committee and stated that biking saved his life. He explained that he had health problems in the past and took up biking as a form of exercise and leisure. Many years later he is a healthier and happier person because of biking. He heard about the Committee and is impressed that they are looking to improve biking conditions in Salem, with an emphasis on safety and bike accommodations. He did not have any specific comments just wanted to learn more and help in any way he could. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other public comments at this time, there being none he moved onto the next agenda item. 3. Old/New Business Discuss idea of Bike Work Stands Chairman Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina mentioned that Committee Member Dan Cooper send him some information about bike work stands. He discussed that matter with The City Energy Manager who managers the Salem Bike Share Program and he thinks that the idea could work in conjunction with the Bike Share Station. Presently when a bike at the station needs repairs it • needs to be brought to the bike shop, repaired, and returned to the bike station. If a bike work stand were installed then the bike shop could perform most repairs at the bike station. He also stated that if a bike work stand were installed at the bike share stations the City could advertise them to the public to use as well. Page I of 3 • Chairman Shuman stated that people could steal the tools or use the tools to steal parts off the bikes at the bike share station. Or people that use the bike stand to adjust or fix their bikes, could perform that work incorrectly and the City might be liable for it. Discussion ensured. B. Sandler asked if one could be installed at the MBTA Parking Garage. F. Taormina stated that that is State property and the Committee would have to petition to the MBTA to have them installed. F. Taormina suggested that the Committee support and install some in Salem first, them if they are successful then approach the MBTA about the idea. The Committee agreed. F. Taormina stated that there is always risk. The City puts a lot of trust in people that use the Bike Share Program. The bikes themselves could be stolen, let alone a part or a tool. He stated that all the issues surrounding liability could we worked out with the City Legal Department to indemnify the City. The QRL code on the bike stands could have a legal disclaimer on it, or we could install a sign near the stand that states for public use, city is not liable, etc. J. Bellin asked if instruction of how to use the bike stand could be installed near the unit, as not everyone has a smart phone and can utilize the QRL code. F. Taormina stated that a laminated set of instructions could easily be installed. F. Taormina also stated that he could provide the Committee with more information about the product and perhaps reach out to some communities that have installed them to see if they are successful or not. • D. Cooper understands that tools or parts could be stolen and the whole liability issue, however the idea of having a bike work stand in the City that a biker on the road could use to make minor repair at has merit, not to mention people that use the bike share station. He has used the bikes at the bike share station and the seats are never adjusted correctly and the stand will allow the user to make some minor adjustments or fill the tires before they embark on their ride. No biker is going to be able to make major repairs at the stand, but if someone needed to make a minor adjustment at the bike share station or for a biker while on the road, this could be very helpful. He also suggested that F.Taormina get more information about the product. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked F. Taormina to gather more info and reach out to some communities that have installed them and get their feedback. F. Taormina agreed and will report back at the next meeting. 4. Old/New Business Review and prioritize future on-and off-road bike routes Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina reviewed the future on- and off-road bike routes already on the working map from the last meeting and asked the Committee if they wanted to rank the top two or three in the order they would like to have them implemented. Chairman Shuman stated that he likes the Jefferson Ave/Salem High School/Loring Ave Loop • and he also likes the Loring Ave/Vinnin Square Loop. I Bellin likes the Derby Street loop to the Salem Ferry and Fort Avenue to the Salem Willows. Page 2 of 3 • E. DeMaio stated that he is having trouble looking at the micro level, because he wants to ensure that the micro or big picture is reached. He is not sure that any of these routes will get regional effort of extending the bike path to other communities. He understands that they are nice extensions off of what has already been done, but he would prefer to see a route that goes west to Peabody, etc. Discussion ensured. E. DeMaio stated that out of the routes previously selected by the Committee he would like to see the Lafayette Street bike lane extended to Derby Street and to Downtown, via lower Lafayette street and Charter Street to the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall. B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) asked if he could offer some suggestions. The Chairman opened the floor to public comment. B. Mabbott stated that at the last meeting the Committee talked about the City of Peabody's Plans to reconstruct Lowell Street through their downtown, which they are going to incorporate a bike lane. He asked if that could be made available for the Committee to look at, along with the other traffic improvements in and around the North River Canal Corridor, so that the Committee could try and build upon the efforts in Peabody. F. Taormina stated that he has not pulled those plans nor has he reached out to the City of Peabody, but will do so and report back at the next meeting. B. Mabbott suggested that Loring Avenue to Vinnin Square route is best as it connects to the both Swampscott and Marblehead. Chairman Shuman asked if P. Atkinson has any public comments at this time. P. Atkinson stated that he really like the bypass road bike path route and would like to see • some extensions from that. J. Bellin made a motion to prioritize the Loring Ave/Vinnin Sq route first and the Lafayette Ext/Derby/Fort Ave/Ferry route second. Seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. J. Bellin asked what the status of the Salem Bike Safety brochure was. F. Taormina stated that he made all the edits and forwarded the safety brochure to John Pelletier at Mass-in- Motion to have it review and approved for funding. Once he get their comments, if any at all, then he needs to have it translated into Spanish again. After that he will bring it back to the Committee for final approval before it is printed and distributed. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. W. Peck makes that motion, seconded by D. Bowie and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their March 13, 2013 Meeting Page 3 of 3 ���oNmxts City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE vy� �.eOy I0I3 RAR -b P 127 FILE # Notice of itifeeting CITY CLERK. SALEM. MASS 'You are hereby notified tf:at the Salem BikeTat(Committee willholda regularly scfieduled meeting on Wednesday, ,March 13, 2013 at 7:00pm at City 9CaflAnner, Wpom 314, 120,mUashinpt eet A anShurnan, T, AB P CV Chairman iKeeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Jan Shuman, Chair (Dand7laflomes Da it Cooper JeffreyBeffin Brad Sandler 'WifhautTeck ErnestDeiKaui DavidBowie Bruce9Vab6ott • i. Approval of Meeting Minutes + Pebruary 13, 2013 Meeting Minutes r 2. Public Comment 3. Border-to-Boston Bike Trail—Dave Read Chairman of the Border-to-Boston Trail Coalition and Member of the Fast Coast Greenway Alliance will give a broad ovemew of t the existing route and then discuss and solicit input on the Salem/Peabody Link 4. New/Old Business + Continuation of discussion relative to Bike Work Stands + Vote to approve Salem Bike Safety Brochure Q . Adjournment 1 lit, vew "Na toad° I CRY. fts 061 , M /Hast`� idvd 'Ktiow your ngbts under tfre open SKeeting Law, 5tlassacfiusetts CjeneralLaty Chapter30A,Sections 18-25 andCity Ordnance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washingtoti.Street + Salem, Massachusetts 07970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + wunv.saleto.com Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 13, 2013 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. I Members Present: Chairman Dan Shuman, Ernest DeMaio, Jeff Bellin, Brad Sandler, and Bruce Mabbott. Also Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members.Absent; David Hallowes, David Bowie, Dan Cooper, and Will Peck Public in-Attendance: Steve Tgettis (Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were-any comments or edits with respect to the February 13, 2013 Meeting Minutes. J. Bellin pointed out an edits on page 2. Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to approve as revised. Motion was made by J. Bellin, seconded by E. DeMaio, and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment • Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked if there were any other public comments at this time, there being none he moved onto the next agenda item. 3. Border-to-Boston Bike Trail Dave Read (Chairman of the Border-to-Boston Trail Coalition and sits on the Board of Trustees for the East Coast Greenway Alliance) introduced himself to the Committee and stated that he was a long time Salem Resident and enjoyed the Salem Bike Path with his family when it was first constructed. He now resides in Topsfield. He stated that the last time he was in Salem he was at the ceremony to officially recognize the Salem Bike Path as a part of the ECG. D. Read explained that the East Coast Greenway (ECG) Coalition is an advocacy group that's mission is to connect Maine to Florida with an of off-road bike paths. Utilizing an on-line map projected onto a screen he zoomed in on the New England portion of the ECG Route and walked the Committee through Maine and New Hampshire's efforts beginning in Portland, Maine and heading south to the Massachusetts Border. Once in Massachusetts he detailed the Border-to-Boston Bike Trail, which is a 28-mile (partially completed) bike path linking eight communities (Salisbury, Newburyport, Newbury, Georgetown, Boxford, Topsfield, Wenham, and Danvers). S. Tgettis (Salem Resident) asked what funds were used to pay for the Border-to-Boston Trail. D. Read stated that they secured funding from Mass Highway (now MassDOT), which was earmarked years ago in the State budget and required a 20% local match. • D. Read walked the Commission through the ECGs temporary on-road connection from the end of the Border-to-Boston Trail in Danvers through Peabody to Salem. Specifically, the route in Peabody extends down the Independence Rail Trail and ends at the North Shore Mall (near the Lahey Clinic), then utilize North Shore Road which passes under Rte 128, through a Page 1 of 4 • residential neighborhood and spills out onto Rte 114 at Andover Street and follows Rte 114 east into Salem via Pulaski Street, Gardner Parkway, Margin Street, and North Street, as there is no off-road route identified at this time. B. Mabbott explained that there are two unused railroad right-of-ways that extend to the North Shore Mall which could be utilized to extend the Independence Rail Trail in Peabody into downtown Peabody or potentially into Salem. As he understands it, the railroad company is not interested in relinquishing its rights in one or both of those rail lines, and he believes that one may still be used for freight deliveries by the Eastman Gelatin Company in Peabody. D. Read stated the he was worked with the City of Peabody on an extension of the Independence Rail Trail to Salem and agreed that at this point in time neither railroad right- of-way is available to extend the bike path into Peabody and Salem. So until that becomes available the only way to link Salem to the Border-to-Boston Bike Trail network is via an on- road route. E. DeMaio stated that the on-road road via Rte 114 through Peabody is extremely difficult to navigate in a car let along on a bike. He suggested that the ECG Route use a safer on-road route into Salem, and suggested utilizing Route 35 via Margin Street, Water Street, Liberty Street, and High Street in Danvers and connecting to the Border-to-Boston Trail further north in Danvers. Discussion ensued. D. Read explained that that route would completely bypass Peabody. The ECG is trying to connect all the off-road routes together. The Committee understood, but asked if the Route 35 option be considered. • S. Tgettis (Salem Resident) asked if the ECG could reach out to MassDOT to see if they could secure some funding to create an off-road link from Peabody to Salem. D. Read stated that the ECG is an advocacy group and doesn't have as much clout as a municipality. He stated that each municipality really needs to take the lead on securing funding and the right-of-ways needed to construct the off-road trails, but that they are willing to help in whatever capacity they could. D. Read asked the Commission if they could update him on the status of the Salem Bike Path Extension project to downtown Salem. F. Taormina gave D. Read a detailed update on the status of the project. He informed him that the City is working with a property owner, who is the only potential customer of the unused right-of-way the City of Salem is trying to obtain a long-term lease from the MBTA to extend the Salem Bike Path through. He explained that in order for the City to proceed and execute the long-term lease with the MBTA, the City must have the freight rights in the right- of-way abandoned. In order to do that, the only potential customer must agree to waive his freight rights in the right-of-way. The City has been negotiating with the property owner, his attorney, and the MBTA/TRA on the matter for years. Part of the negotiations included the City redesigned the bike path to allow the property owner the ability to utilize any surplus property in the right-of-way for his future needs. He agreed that if that was made available to him then we would write a letter to the freight company waiving his immediate and future freight rights in the rail siding. Once that is done, then the City would formally request to have the freight rights abandoned. The City and MBTA/TRA made those concessions • however the property owner has not held up his end of the bargain as of yet. He informed the Committee and D. Read that the City and MBTA/TRA have recently followed up with the Page 2 of 4 A • property owner and his attorney, as they have not heard back from him in quite some time. The City is hopeful that they will hear back from the property owner soon and finally obtain what they need to move the project forward. D. Read thanked the Committee for the update and the Committee thanked him for this time in updating the Committee on the East Coast Greenway and Border-to-Boston Trail's efforts. 4. Old/New Business Discussion regarding Bike Work Stands Chairman Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina stated that it has come to the City's attention that the City's Green Community Grant funds that were going to be used to purchase and install the bike work stands cannot be used for biking initiatives anymore. He stated that at this point in time it doesn't make sense to continue the discussion. Once another funding source is identified then he recommended that the Committee resume the discussion on the matter. The Committee agreed. Old/New Business Vote to approve Salem Bike Safety Brochure Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to.F. Taormina. F. Taormina shoed the Committee the revised safety brochure, and walked them through all • the changes and edits that were made by Mass-in-Motion. The Committee pointed out a couple spelling errors on the backside of the brochure. F. Taormina made a note of them and assured the Committee that a final spell check will be done. J. Bellin stated that he thought the title of the brochure as supposed to change from "Salem Bicycle Safety"to"Salem Bicycle Safely". F. Taormina stated that the text around the cover image is what the committee agreed should be changed to reflect that, not the title. The Committee pointed out that the text around the front cover photo was missing. F. Taormina made a note of that and showed the Committee the old version of the brochure and showed them how that text was change to"Tips for Bicycling Safely in Salem". Discussion ensued. E. DeMaio made a motion to keep the title and text and to approve the brochure as revised. Seconded by B. Mabbott and approved unanimously. F. Taormina stated that once the edits are made he will have the brochure translated into Spanish and work with Mass-in-Motion to have them printed. Once and English and Spanish version of the brochure is printed he will let the Commission know, so that they can discuss where they want to distribute and disseminate the info. Chairman Shuman asked if there was any more old/new business to discuss tonight. E. DeMaio asked if F. Taormina could follow up with D. Read to see if the ECG would consider adding the Rte 35 route on the map, as it is a much safer and more direct route to • the Border-to-Boston Trail system. F. Taormina agreed. Page 3 of 4 Chairman Shuman asked if there were any more old/new items, there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. B. Sandler makes that motion, seconded by I Bellin and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their May 15, 2013 Meeting • • t Page 4 of 4 cotiurr� a - City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 1013 APA -4 p Ib CITY CLERK SALEM MASS, Meeting Cancellation Notice You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at the same time and location. Dan Shuman, 7— Chairman Chairman W. y 3 ?q .� � v Aw, 05 • r 120 Woshinglen Sireo 4 .Salem, dlassachuselts 01970 4 Ph 973-619-5656 4 Pnx 975-740-0.104 i �uwwsaleni.rorn �ONnfr City of Salem 9 BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2013 MAY -1 P1228 FILE # i CITY CLERX, SALEM, MASS. Rescheduled Meeting Notice You are hereby notified that the regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee for Wednesday, May 8, 2013 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street. t _i Dan Shaman, Chairman This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on /Y)c �), ao/3 { at �a �pn� in accordance;A MGL Chap. 301A9 Sections 18-21L Know your nghts under the Open Weeting Gat, -Massachusetts Genera[Law Chapter 30,4,Sections 18-25 - andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 f Ph 978-619-5685 1 Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem..corn - 1 City of Salem • BIKE PATH COMMITTEE , 1013 MAY -8 A II 09 Notice ofWeeting CITY 4LEPK�SNLEH, MASS 'You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee wiff lwfda regularly schedded meeting on Wednesday, 9fay 15, 2013 at 7:OOpm at City 7faffAnne.X, Room 314, 12'0�Washington Street � 1 t=T, Dan Shuman, / .J y Chairman AS'BPi \\ WeetingAgenda Call Meeting to Order i' Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair rDatndlfaflowes Dan Cooper Jeffrey Beffin BradSandfer 'Wlffiam Peck # Ernest(De5Waio David Bowie Bruce`Ma66ott I • i. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ March 13, 2013 Meeting Minutes { I4 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business ♦ Distribution of Salem Bike Safety Brochure t' ♦ Lafayette Street Bike Iane Extension Update Adjournment t F t.' This notice posted on "Ofcisl Bulletin Board" City Hall Salem, Mass. on Ma y j. 026/ 3 r at // ° /4fli in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. Xnow your rights ander the Open Xeeting Law, 9Kassachusetts GenerafLaw Chapter 30A,Sections 18-25 „ • and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 - 120 Washington Street ♦ Salenx, Massachusetts 01970 f Ph 978-619-5685 i Fox.978-740-0404 ♦ iuwnu.salmi.corn A • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, May 15, 2013 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at s 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Chairman Dan Shuman, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Bruce Mabbott, Will Peck, Dan Cooper, and David Bowie. Also Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: David Hallowes and Jeff Bellin Public in Attendance: none Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments or edits with respect to the March 13, 2013 Meeting Minutes. There none being, Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to approve. Motion was made by D. Bowie, seconded by B. Mabbott, and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked if there were any other public • comments at this time, there being none he moved onto the next agenda item. g. Old/New Business Distribution of the Salem Bike Safety Brochure Chairman Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina stated the brochure is completed and a version has been translated into Spanish as well. He mentioned that he got approval from the Superintendent's Office to distribute the brochure to elementary and middle school students, which total 2,638 students, 10% of which are Spanish speaking. He asked the Committee how many total brochures should be made in English and in Spanish. Discussion ensued about the total prints with various amounts in English and Spanish. E. DeMaio suggested that 5,000 total be made, perhaps 4,000 in English and 1,000 in Spanish. D. Bowie made a motion to have 5,000 total brochure printed: 4,000 in English and 1,000 in Spanish. Seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. Old/New Business Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension Update Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F.Taormina. • F. Taormina informed the Committee that the bike lane will be striped likely after Memorial Day Weekend and before June 30th. He stated that once the work is completed then the Salem Bike Routes Map will be accurate and complete and can be distributed and disseminated. Page 1 of 3 ;1 • Chairman Shuman stated that the Mayor is planning to have a Bike Share Station added at the Salem Ferry Pier on Blaney Street. F. Taormina stated that the City Energy Manager who manages the Bike Share Program informed him that the Mayor wanted to expand the Bike Share Program to the Salem Ferry Pier. Provided that Mayor's budget is approved, he will start procuring bikes and bike racks to facilitate the new bike share station, and it will likely be up and running by or before October of this year. He stated that if that is the case, perhaps the Committee should hold off on releasing the maps and add the bike share logo at the Salem Ferry Pier. E. DeMaio stated that there are not bike route leading to or from the Salem Ferry Pier. It may be irresponsible to add the logo with no recommended routes identified on the map. He stated that bikes leaving the Salem Ferry Pier will likely travel down Derby Street against one way traffic in order to get downtown. B. Mabbott stated that bikes need to follow traffic laws and should not be riding against traffic unless a contra-flow bike lane is created. Discussion ensued. F. Taormina stated that there are no funds to stripe bike sharrows or a bike lane to and from the site, but perhaps we could install some bike route signs that directly them to travel with traffic and back to the bike route identified on the map. Discussion ensued. B. Sandler made a motion to have two bike route signs fabricated and installed directing bike traffic to go right onto Derby Street(with traffic) and left onto Webb Street, which will reconnect them onto the bike route, shown on the Salem Bike Routes Map. • The Committee then discussed when to release the already completed and printed Salem Bike Routes Map. D. Bowie made a motion to have the electronic version of the Salem Bike Routes Map uploaded onto the City Website now and then distribute the hardcopy maps once the bike lane on Lafayette Street is completed. Seconded by B. Sandler and approved unanimous. Chairman Shuman asked if there was any more old/new business to discuss tonight. F. Taormina stated that he is having a centerline added onto the Peter Tracy Walkway/Bike Path so that it is consistent with the connecting Bypass Road Bike Path crossing Bridge Street. The Committee thought that was a great idea and look forward to seeing that completed. F. Taormina also stated that there are no bike route signs on the Peter Tracy Walkway/Bike Path or on the Bypass Road Bike Path or on Bridge Street heading to and from the Beverly/Salem Bridge. He suggested that at the next meeting the Committee look at ways of signing that portion of the route. The Committee agreed that that was a good idea. Chairman Shuman asked if the Committee would be interested in hosting a bike rodeo at one or more of the public schools. Discussion ensued. The committee agreed to discuss further at the next meeting. • Chairman Shuman asked if there was any more old/new business to discuss tonight. Page 2 of 3 'M D. Cooper asked if the Committee would be interested in inviting Curt Maw, head of the • Salem Witch's Cup Bike Race, to the next meeting. The committee agreed and F. Taormina asked if Curt would be available for the next meeting on June 12th. D. Cooper stated that he already confirmed that he would be available to meet with us at the next meeting. F. Taormina said that he will add him to the June meeting agenda. D. Cooper also asked if the committee would be interested in organizing a Bike Summit in Salem with the neighboring communities, bike shops, bike organizations, North Shore TMA, etc. Discussion ensued. F. Taormina stated that he would recommend that the Committee reach out to MassBike or some bike organization to take the lead on this, as an event of this nature is too involved for the Committee to take on itself, as they only meet once a month. D. Cooper clarified that that what he meant, he was just wondering if the Committee would be interested in helping to organize such an event and try and host it in Salem. D. Cooper asked if the Committee is interested that they should start planning for the event now, for 2014. The Committee agreed to discuss further at their July meeting. Chairman Shuman asked if there was any more old/new business to discuss tonight. E. DeMaio asked if Frank could provide the Committee with a calendar of relevant events that . the Committee could consider attending and/or participating in. F. Taormina stated that he would look into that and provide that to the Committee at the next meeting. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any more old/new items, there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Bowie makes that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their June 12, 2013 Meeting • Pagc 3 of 3 i - f NIYr� City of Salem • ! �` 9 BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice ofWeeting lou are here6y notzfwd that the Salem Bikg(Path Committee wi[Iho(da regularly schedlufedmeeting on Wednesday,dune 12, 2013 at 7.00pm at City 7fallAnnex Wpom 314, 120 Washington Street annShuman, Fr. Chairman ABPG 911eeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order c4 -C O Roll Call: (Dan Shuman, Chair (Davul7fa((awes (Dan Cooper �=+ Seffrey Belftn BradSand(er 'W Wham(Peck en c (Ernest(DeMaio (David Bowie Bruce Ma66ott � a Nr t �m � • rpt { 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes 3 � ♦ May 15,2013 Meeting Minutes 4+ N. taJ m � 2. Public Comment g. Witches Cup Bike Race—Kurt Maw, Race Director of the Witches Cup Bike Race,will give a broad overview about the race and how the Committee can get involved. t 4. New/Old Business ♦ Discussion about hosting a bike rodeo ♦ Discussion about installing more Bike Route Sig}na e ♦ Update on distribution of Sag l e a "Official Bulletin �� a a em, aes. onWu," o,- Zo♦ Update on Salem Bike Path�ctes�lcyiS?hectln accoftlanwith M MGL Ch*, 30A. Sections 11i-25. Adjournment � f A • Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts Genera(Law Chapter 304,Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ unuca.salem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, June 12, 2013 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Chairman Dan Shuman, Jeff Bellin, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Bruce Mabbott, Will Peck, and Dan Cooper. Also Present: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: David Hallowes and David Bowie Public in Attendance: Kurt Maw, Salem Resident and Race Director of the Witches Cup Bike Race Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments or edits with respect to the May 15, 2013 Meeting Minutes. There none being, Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to approve. Motion was made by E. DeMaio, seconded by W. Peck, and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked if there were any other public. • comments at this time, there being none he moved onto the next agenda item. 3. Witches Cup Bike Race Chairman Shuman introduced Kurt Maw, Race Director of the Witches Cup Bike Race, and noted the he (Chairman Shuman) is also the Co-Race Director and Sponsorship Coordinator for the Witches Cup Bike Race. K. Maw gave a broad overview about the race which is on Wed, August 7`" from 4-7pm. He also spoke about some items he is hoping the Salem Bike Path Committee could assist with. In particular he asked if the Committee could assist in directing race traffic to park at Bentley , School and then take the existing bike route back to the Salem Common. J. Bellin said that perhaps the Committee could organize a guided bike ride from Bentley to the Common. D. Cooper stated that perhaps the City Parks and Recreation Department could lend them' race signs that they could post from Bentley to the Salem Common to further assist. K. Maw agreed that would help. F. Taormina stated that he would speak to the Director of Parks and Recreation and put that request in for them. K. Maw commended the Committee on all their efforts to date and mentioned that a lot of people still don't know that they exist and don't know how much they have accomplished • with respect to bike accommodations throughout the city. D. Cooper stated that the Committee could have a table set up at the Commons during the race to pass out the bike safety brochures, bike routes map, and engage and interact with Page 1 of 3 • the public to inform them about all the Committee has been doing with respect to bike accommodations around the City. Discussion ensued. W. Peck stated that he would be interested in manning that table. J. Bellin also said he would be willing to help out if he were available. F. Taormina asked if K. Maw could include the Salem Bike Path Committee's logo on the race poster as a partner or sponsor. K. Maw and Chairman Shuman stated that they could include the logo on the poster as they haven't been printed yet. F. Taormina said that he would forward the Chairman the high resolution logo so that it can be added to the race poster. F. Taormina stated that there is one more meeting scheduled before the race, so he will confirm with the Park and Recreation Department regarding their assistance and report back at the next meeting. 4. Old/New Business Discussion about hosting a bike rodeo Chairman Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina stated that he had a note from the last meeting that the Committee wanted to discuss hosting a bike rodeo. The Committee didn't recall that discuss, but thought maybe Committee Member David Bowie may have brought up; however was not in attendance tonight. Discussion then changed to bike safety. • J. Bellin mentioned that he has recently has some bad encounters with cyclists that were not riding correctly. He stated that he would like to see some adult bike training seminars in Salem to educate adults on biking correctly and safely. He stated that most people don't understand that bikers have every right to ride in the road and must follow the same rules as vehicles. F. Taormina stated that perhaps the Committee could invite MassBike to come to Salem and hold some adult bike training seminars. Chairman Shuman stated that the Committee doesn't have a budget so how would we pay for something like that. F. Taormina stated that we could discuss it with the Salem Mass-in-Motion Coordinator, John Pelletier. He may be able to fund such a thing. E. DeMaio stated that if you don't educate cyclists and motor vehicle operators then he feels it is pointless, as they both are to blame for bike safety. F. Taormina stated that it unlikely that we will be able to target motor vehicle operators, and even if we could it's unlikely we will be able educate them on bike rules and regulations. He stated that as part of the Bike Friendly Community Designation Application they asked if any driving schools in Salem educated their students on bikes. He stated that none of them do, so he suggested that the Committee try and target the next generation by educating student drivers about sharing the road with bikers and understanding that they have every right to be on the road then vehicles. The Committee agreed. F. Taormina stated that he would put . • this item on a future agenda, when they are ready to review the report card from the Bike Friendly Community Designation. B. Sandler stated that he sees conflict between cyclists and cyclists and vehicles all the time. Page 2 of 3 W. Peck echoed that sentiment and added that he also sees conflict between cyclists and people on sidewalks. He also added that the Committee should work with SAN to create a public safety piece on biking that could run on public access N. J. Bellin stated that he looked into that but the guy at SAN was busy. He stated that he will look into that again and try and work with them to put something together. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further questions regarding bike rodeos or bike safety. There none being, he closed the item. Old/New Business Discussion about installing more bike route signage Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina informed the Committee that at the last meeting they discussed installing bike route signs on portions of the bike route from the bypass road bike path to Collins Cove, as there is no signs what so ever to direct riders. He prepared a map and photo log of several locations along this stretch where he thinks bike route signs should be installed. The Committee offered suggestions and F. Taormina make a note of all of them. He informed the Committee that he would superimpose all the signs at each location and show the Committee at the next meeting. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there was any more old/new business to discuss tonight as it was getting late. • Old/New Business Update on distribution of Salem Bike Safety Brochure F. Taormina quickly updated the Committee that the brochures (both English and Spanish version) is being printed and will be completed next week, then send to the Superintendent's Office for distribution through the Salem Elementary Schools and Middle Schools before school ends on June 26th. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any more old/new items, there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. E. DeMaio makes that motion, seconded by D. Cooper and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their September 11, 2013 Meeting Pane 3 of 3 AONnIT� City of Salem • J` BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 9getMlNB W`y4 2013 JUN 28 A q: 58 Notice of-Weeting FILE # CITY CLERK, SALEM, MASS 'You are hereby notified that the Salem BiCe(path Committee willholda regularly sc6edifedmeeting on Wednesday,July 10, 2013 at 7:00pm at City7faffAnne-� (?Room 314, 12o Wa`shh(i/innggt t'onn^ISttreet DanSrturnart, /T A B P C Chairman� M,,,:.,: Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shuman, Chair 27avid7fallowes Dan Cooper Jeffrey BeCGn BradSandler 'Wliltam 4'eck ErnestrDe5i4aio cDami(Bowie Bruce 5Kabbott • 1. Committee Elections ♦ Nominate and vote for Chair and Vice Chair 2. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ June 12, 2013 Meeting Minutes i 2. Public Comment This notice posted on "Oficial Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on U"vru- 2_v, w 13 3. New/Old Business at C s8 pr in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, ♦ Review proposed bike route s"Oons 98-26. ♦ Discussion relative to 2014 Bike Summit Adjournment 'r,nowyour rights under the Open i(eeting Law, 5Kassachusetts Genera(Law Chapter 30,4,Sections 18-25 andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 • 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-679-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.sale,nxom ��ONIIfT,t9O y � City of Salem sP BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 9poitiirve o�' 1113 SEP -4 A' 11: 30 Notice ofWeeting CITY CLERK,L SALEM. MASS You are hereby nottfied that the Salem Bike Path Committee wiffhold a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday,September 11, 2013 at 7:00pm at City SfaffAnnex, 12gom 314, 120'Was(r'ngton Stneet , �� 2�iuman l; �� �� Chairman JSBPC\ 511eeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shunnan, Chair (Davnd7faffowes batt Cooper Jeffrey Beffin Brad Sandler Tf4 iain Peck (Ernest cDe5ttaio David Bowie Bruce Mab6ott • 1. Committee Elections ♦ Nominate and vote for Chair and Vice Chair 2. Approval of Meeting Minutes This noticr, posted on "Official Bulletin Board" ♦ June 12, 2013 Meeting Minutes City Hall, ;,alern, Mass. on :'4t- N 1 Zpi3 at 11I3`f A in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business ♦ New Salem Spins Bike Share Hub location at the Salem Wharf and associated on-road connection to existing on- and off-road bike route ♦ Review proposed bike route signage on Peter Tracy Path/Bypass Road Bike Path * Discussion regarding 2014 Bike Summit Adjournment Xtu w your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts G'enerafLaw Chapter 30/4,Sections 18-25 andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Solern, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 f www.satem.com 9 4 r • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, September 11, 2013 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present� Chairman Dan Shuman, Jeff Bellin, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Bruce Mabbott, Will Peck, and David Bowie. Also__Present-, Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members_Absent: David Hallowes and Dan Cooper Public in Attendance: none Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. Chairman Shuman then stated that he was been Chairman for many years and would like to step down, effective immediately. 1. Nominate and Vote for Chair and Vice Chair F. Taormina asked if there were any nominations for Chair. D. Shuman nominated Jeff Bellin. J. Bellin accepted the nomination. F. Taormina asked if there were any more nominations for Chair. There none being, he asked for a vote to elect Jeff Bellin Chair of the Salem Bike Path Committee and a unanimous vote was taken. • Chairman Bellin then asked for nominations for Vice Chair. D. Bowie nominated Will Peck and W. Peck accepted the nomination. Chairman Bellin asked if there were any more nominations for Vice Chair. There none being, he asked for a vote to elect Will Peck Vice Chair of the Salem Bike Path Committee. z. Approval of Minutes Chairman Bellin asked if there were any comments or edits with respect to the June 12, 2013 Meeting Minutes. There none being, Chairman Bellin asked for a motion to approve. Motion was made by D. Shuman, seconded by D. Bowie, and approved unanimously. 3. Public Comment None. ¢. New/Old Business New Salem Spins Bike Share Hub location at the Salem Wharf and associated on- road connection to the existing on-and off-road bike route. Chairman Bellin opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina informed the Committee that a new bike share station was installed at the Salem Wharf and passed around photos of the recently installed bikes and bike racks. He noted that Boston Harbor Cruises, the Salem Ferry service provider, will be checking bikes in and out for the City. Like the other bike share station, participants will be given a bike helmet, bike lock, bike routes map, and bike safety pamphlet before they venture into Salem. • F. Taormina stated that the new bike routes maps do not show the new bike share station on them; however the Committee wanted to make sure that there was a defined bike route to and from the Salem Wharf for users, as Derby Street is one way. F. Taormina showed the Committee a map that identified a number of bike sharrow pavement markings and Page 1 of 3 • associated bike route signs that will be installed on Derby Street and Webb Street to connect to the nearby existing bike route and directing users to Downtown and back to the Salem Wharf. B. Mabbott asked if there was an opportunity to install a full bike lane on Derby Street. F. Taormina stated that Derby Street is going to be torn up by NGID to replace an old high- voltage KV line. After the replacement of that transmission line, the expectation is that NGID will reconstruct Derby Street with new potentially wider sidewalks. He was not sure that when the street is reconstructed it could accommodate a bike lane. He stated that at a minimum whatever bike sharrow markings are removed will be replaced by National Grid. B. Mabbott stated that it would be a missed opportunity if a full bike lane is not installed on Derby Street or on any street that is being reconstructed. F. Taormina stated that the City has a number of other interests that it also needs to balance. If a full bike lane can be installed, which meets MUTCD standards, then he will push for it. B. Mabbott said that there were some new bike accommodation regulations and markings that were recently approved by the Federal Highway Department that the Committee should be aware of. He believes that some of these new technologies could be utilized in Salem. F. Taormina asked B. Mabbott to send him that information and he will review with the City Engineer. W. Peck asked stated that children under 16 are required by law to wear bike helmets. He wondered how that was being informed at the bike share stations. F. Taormina stated that no one under 18 can take out a bike by themselves; they have to be with an adult. Each person that takes out a bike is given a bike helmet, and if they do not choose to take a bike > helmet then they have to sign a waiver. • F. Taormina walked the Committee through the rest of the proposed on-road bike route connection to and from the Salem Wharf Bike Share Hub. He stated that bike sharrow markings on Derby Street will be limited. There will be no sharrow markings on the street in front of the National Park Service Properties and in front of the House of Seven Gables, so that the City is no detracting from those historical properties. F. Taormina stated that the City is soliciting quotes for the work and expects that this work will be completed in the next month. 5. Old/New Business Review proposed bike route signage on Peter Tracy Path/Bypass Road Bike Path Chairman Bellin opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. Chairman Bellin asked if there were any further questions regarding bike rodeos or bike safety. There none being, he closed the item. Old/New Business Discussion regarding 2014 Bike Summit Chairman Bellin opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina asked it the Committee could table the item as Committee Member Dan Cooper was not present to discuss the item. The Committee agreed and the item was tabled until next meeting. • Chairman Bellin asked if there was any more old/new business to discuss tonight as it was getting late. F' Page 2 of 3 Old/New Business Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension F. Taormina updated the Committee on the Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension Project (0.8 miles long) from West Avenue to Porter Street. He noted that there several issue have come up that have delayed the project (proper no parking signs, police details, weather, etc.). He informed them that the bike lane is partially complete, but the issues have been resolved and the Contractor should return to complete the project soon. Chairman Bellin asked if there were any more old/new business items. Old/New Business Salem Bike Path Extension Project B. Mabbott asked if F. Taormina could quickly update the Committee on the Salem Bike Path Extension Project, in conjunction with the Canal Street Improvements Project. F. Taormina stated that the City is still working with the property owner of the former California Olive Oil Company and his Attorney regarding relinquishing his freight rights in order to abandon the freight rights in the right-of-way. He stated that the issue is now about money, and exactly how much the property owner feels is fair to purchase the surplus right- of-way from the MBTA. He stated that the Mayor will be contacting the META to ask them to lower their asking price so that the property owner can relinquish his freight rights, and so that the City can proceed with this important alternative transportation project. F. Taormina stated that he will give another update next month, to keep the Committee abreast of what transpired. r • Chairman Bellin asked if there were any more old/new items, there being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. W. Peck makes that motion, seconded by D. Shuman and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:31 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their October 9, 2013 Meeting r • Page 3 of 3 ��ioamstq? 'T City of. Salem . P BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 9neir'pNE Dam Notice of Meeting You are here6y nogfiedthat the Salem Bike Path Cournittee wifl(tofda regurarly sc(ieduledmeeting on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at 7:00pm at CityYia(lAnue.0 Rootn 314, 120 T I)ashington Street 4/ ffreyBelltt, Chairman n �SBPC\ 911eeting Agenda m �_ Call Meeting to Order T m N r� i Roll Call: Jeffrey Bellin, Chair Bruce 5Vfa66ottLean Cooper :r F, `Wt'(fiamTeck Vice Chair BradSandrer Ernest De L(aio n O tDanShuman rDawdBowie 9Davt63fa(lozves c�t • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes + September 11, 2013 Meeang Minutes 2. Public Comment g. Presentation on Bike Lane Design—Committee Member Bruce Mabbott 4. New/Old Business + Discussion regarcling 2014 Bike Summit Adjournment This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on d °� ap, at j,? ra,p�lin accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. Know your nghts under the Open Neeting Law, Massachusetts Cenera(Laty Chapter 30A,Sections 18-25 andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 I 120 Washington Street + Salern, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fav 978-740-0404 + www,solem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting Minutes Wednesday, October 9, 2013 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_PresenL Chairman Jeff Bellin, Dan Shuman, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Bruce Mabbott, David Bowie, and Dan Cooper. Also Present. Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Members Absent: David Hallowes and Will Peck Public in Attendance: John Roberts (Salem Resident) Chairman Bellin called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes Chairman Bellin pointed out three edits on page two of the minutes and then asked if there were any other comments or edits with respect to the September 11, 2013 Meeting Minutes. There none being, Chairman Bellin asked for a motion to approve. Motion was made by D. Bowie, seconded by D. Shuman, and approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment Chairman Bellin recognized one individual in attendance and asked him to state his name for the record and if he had any public comments at this time. John Roberts (Salem Resident) introduced himself to the Committee and mentioned that he attended the meeting tonight to learn more about the extension of the Salem Bike Path to Downtown. F. Taormina updated Mr. Roberts on the status of the extension project. He informed him that the City and MBTA are continuing to negotiation with the property owner of the former California Olive Oil Company on Canal Street, who abuts the unused rail spur that the City is interested in utilizing to extend the bike path through. He stated that the City and MBTA have made great progress and expects to hear back from the property owner soon regarding his willingness to relinquish his freight rights. J. Roberts also asked if the Committee was working on connecting the Salem Bike Path to the City of Peabody. Chairman Bellin stated that the Committee has started to look at that but in the form of an on-road route, as no off-road route currently exists. F. Taormina explained that the only potential off-road connection would be utilized the freight line from the Salem Train Station, along the North River Canal, into Peabody. However, Gilford Rail/Pan Am Railways is not interested in abandoning the freight rights, as that frights tracks is still being used by a gelatin company in Peabody. He stated that perhaps in the future that opportunity may exist, but not at the present moment. He stated that the Committee has started to think about creating on road bike route to connect to Peabody as • they want to someday be able to connect to the Border to Boston Trail, F. Taormina shared a map of the Border to Boston Trail with Mr. Roberts. Page 1 of 3 ti B. Mabbott stated that he was disappointed that the City of Peabody did not include a bike lane on their reconstructed main street (Lowell Street), which turns into Boston St in Salem. He asked if there was an opportunity to create a bike lane on Bridge Street from the Salem Train Station to Boston Street, connecting to Peabody. F. Taormina stated that there is still one last phase of the Bridge Street Reconstruction Project, performed by MassDOT, which is to widen Bridge Street from the North Street overpass at the entrance to the Salem Train Station to Flint Street. He noted that MassDOT has not fully designed and engineered the project yet, but his understanding is that that section of Bridge Street would be widened to three or four lanes. He is not sure when MassDOT will further the design and engineering of the project, but likely not until after the new MBTA Parking Garage is completed. He stated that once that project starts up he would bring it to the Commission's attention so that they could provide some input with respect to bike accommodations on the reconstructed roadway. To answer Mr. Roberts's question, he stated that creating a bike lane on Bridge Street and Boston Street is likely how the City and the Committee will connect to Peabody. 3. New/Old Business F. Taormina stated that the City is soliciting quotes for the work and expects that this work will be completed in the next month. 4. Old/New Business • Presentation on Bike Infrastructure Chairman Bellin turned the floor over to Committee Member Bruce Mabbott. B. Mabbott set up a PowerPoint presentation for the Committee, to share his experience of cycling through Europe from Paris, France to Istanbul, Turkey. Along the way he took numerous photos of interesting and innovative bike infrastructure used throughout the European countries he rode through. Following his presentation, he added some slides of examples of innovative and interesting bike lane designs used throughout the USA, like protected cycle tracks in New York City. Following the presentation, the Committee Members thanked B. Mabbott for sharing that with them and discussion regarding the various bike infrastructure and bike lane designs ensued. Old/New Business Discussion regarding 1014 Bike Summit Chairman Bellin opened up the item and turned the floor over to Committee Member Dan Cooper. D. Cooper stated that he would like to see various bike related industries, neighboring bike committees, City/Town Officials, etc., come together to discuss how we can share ideas, learn, and regionalize bike routes. D. Bowie likes the idea but thinks that we may need more time to work out the logistics. F. Taormina asked who would spearhead the Summit. • D. Cooper stated that he would make some calls and research other bike summits that he is aware of. He understands that the Committee cannot take this on themselves, but hopes to .have MassBike, East Coast Greenway, or some other bike advocacy organization to spearhead the summit, with the Committee and City's support. Page 2 of 3 • F. Taormina stated that if we can find a willing organization, then the City would be happy to host the event and assist with outreach and advertisement. He also agreed with D. Bowie that we need more time to host such an event. Perhaps 2015 would be better. The Committee agreed. Chairman Bellin stated that some of the ideas that B. Mabbott spoke about in his earlier presentation could be incorporated into the Bike Summit, and perhaps the Committee could share them with the Mayor and other City Officials. F. Taormina stated that perhaps we could invite Engineering firms to attend the Summit to speak on these innovative bike infrastructure ideas. He also stated that the Bike Circulation Master Plan that the Committee created in Jan 2010 needs to be updated and perhaps these kinds of ideas can be vetted with Transportation Engineers and incorporated in the updated plan, if they are feasible and transferable to Salem. The Committee agreed and asked about funding for an update. F. Taormina stated that he would need to look into that. E. DeMaio stated that the Committee needs to do some research and strategize how to make a strong case for these innovative bike infrastructure ideas. He feels that the ideas need to feasible and warranted before they are brought to the experts. After the ideas are determined then we can bring them to the experts to explain how we can implement them. D. Cooper agreed with E. DeMaio and stated that as a group, they need to determine what our future goals are with respect to bike accommodations. He asked if the next meeting could be used to discuss this. The Committee agreed and F. Taormina stated that he would add it to the agenda. Chairman Bellin also asked if F. Taormina could put the replacement of the informational kiosk at the Salem Bike Path on the next agenda as well. F. Taormina stated that the Committee members should do some research as to what kind of replacement kiosk they want and we could review those at the next meeting. The Committee agreed. Chairman Bellin asked if there was any more old/new business to discuss tonight as it was getting late. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. E. DeMaio makes that motion, seconded by B. Sandler and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their November 13, 2013 Meeting Page 3 of 3 .—NF)l City of Salem • BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of 9lfeeting 'You are hereby notified that the Salem Bikf(Path Committee wi!lhofda reguhtrfy sckeduled meeting on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 7:00pm at City 7lalCAnnex Room 314, 120'Washington Street Jeffrey Bean, A%BP Chairman StFw. 9ia viX Ouuf lFE 91feeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order e Roll Call: Jeffrey Begin, Chair Bruce Ma66ott (Dan Cooper `Mffz'am(Peck Vice Chair BradSandfer Ernest DeWaio Dan Shuman (DawdBowie Davrd7failoweo a o C"1 Z 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes and FY13 Annual Report 6 ♦ October 9, 2013 Meeting Minutes n r- • ♦ FY2013 Annual Report D Q m 3 z. Public Comment ➢ Ln N 3. Community Preservation Act (CPA)—Request for Comment/Input 4. New/Old Business ♦ Discussion regarding vision of Salem's future bike infrastructure. ♦ Review proposed kiosk types to replace damaged kiosks on the Salem Bike Path Adjournment This notice posted on "Offic' Bulletin Board" Crit' Hail, Salem, Mass. onmw/,, at /--17/0/)7 in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Knowyour rights under the Open Meeting Gaw$*ptjalptigt l$ rnlGaw Chapter 30A,Sections 18-25 andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street t Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com ' eoNntr II City of Salem H BIKE PATH COMMITTEE I013 DEC -5 P I: 46 Notice of.`Meeting FILE # CITY CLERK, SALEM. MASS. lou are hereby notified that the Salem Bike(path Committee wi!lholda regularly schedufedmeeting on Wednesday, December1l, 2013 at 7.•00pm at City Jlaff Unex (Zoom 314, 120 Washington Street Jeffrey Belfin, Chairman SBPC� in11i, a " 91feeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Jeffrey Behin, Chair Bruce Mab6ott (Dan Cooper `W hums(peck'Vice Chair BradSandler Ernest(DeMain (Dan Shuman (David Bowie DavtdWallowes t. Approval of Meeting Minutes and FY13 Annual Report ♦ November 13, 2013 Meeting Minutes i 2. Public Comment 3. New/Old Business ♦ Review 2013 Salem Spins Bike Share Program ridership figures. ♦ Review proposed kiosk types to replace damaged kiosks on the Salem Bike Path r Adjournment This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on /-9j, 020/3 aaSt I "Hb PM in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Know your nghts under the Open Meeting Pd�49MJAN�enera(Lazv Chapter 30A,Sections 18-25 andCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 - 120 Washington Street i Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.corn City of Salem ,r �p P BIKE PATH COMMITTEE t 1 Meeting Cancellation Notice t You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street, has been cancelled. 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City of Salem r ew BIKE PATH COMMITTEE - 2012 Committee Wem6ers DAN SHUMAN,CHAIRMAN BRAD SANDLER 72 Washington Street, Suite 41 V � 8 Barstow Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 `bl Salem,,Massachusetts 01970 978.741.2222 (work) 617.640.4537 (cell) 978.979.3865 (cell) bnadsandlerna comcast.net dan(isalerucycle.com (1{`I �7 6 term expires term expires 91112014 avrp JEFF BELLIN �O DAVID BOWIE 396 Essex Street b�� a� 14 Beach Avenue Salem, Massachusetts 01970 �� Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.302.1102 (cell) ��b 978.744.6678 (home) a mbellin(iDcomcast,net 17ia davidibowiena emai1.com term expires 71112014 term expires 411#12015 • ERNEST DEMAIO -.DAN COOPER 289 Essex Street, Suite 507 7 Phelps Street f Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 617.816.3555 (cell) 508.934.6665 (cell) ernestvdemaio(a,earthlink.net cooper 3377(u,msn.com term expires 71112014 term expires 411#12015 DAVID HALLOWES 15 River Street ` Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Staff 617.966.7890 (cell) FRANK TAORMINA dmhallowes(iUmail.com City of S:alem,,DPCD term expires 71112014 = `120 Washington Street, 3d Floor 978.619.5,685 (work) ftaorm in a(gZsalem.com WILLIAM PECK 2.7 Broad Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.744.6343 (home) wino 52(ayahoo.com term expires 91112014 120 Washington St. ❖.Salem, Massachusetts 01970❖ Phone 978-619-5685-•:• Fax 978 740.-0404 :•:www.sdlem.com City of Salem • / T s BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2012 9Keeting Schedufe You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike(Path Committee wiiChold its regufar15 schedu fed meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.•00 pm, in City7faffAnne, Rgom 313, 120 Washington St. roan Shuman, Chairman anuary11, 2 W , 2012 CAAU-4 L vAVews , a Y 14, 2012 V-vvUmcsaay,-Apv- VY 12 Y2 h�� _ Jin �iAteduesdav September 12 2n12 JWcdnc , ovember14, 2012 >(W CAA(A)IL6 120 Washington St. ❖ Salem,Massachusetts 01970❖Phone 978-619-5685 i Fax 978-740-0404 S• wunu.satem.com Y 1 J i ( A j + t wr �" A IY 1'r�_ t i t V.r la OR ( ' 1 ## � View of cyclist following on-road bike route:down�Hawthorne Boulevard r Salem Bike Path Committee FY2012 ANNUAL REPORT In June 2006, the City of Salem established the Salem Bike Path Committee, which is a Committee dedicated to making Salem a bike-friendly community. The main goal of this Committee is to make Salem a more-desirable urban environment by establishing safe and well planned on- and/or off-road bike routes for walking and cycling. Objectives of the Committee are to assist in the expansion of the existing on- and off-road bike routes throughout Salem and to our surrounding communities, encourage the Safe Routes to Schools Program, advocate for alternative forms of transportation to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality, advocate for bike safety, and encourage cycling both as a form of alternative transportation and as a form of exercise and better health. The Salem Bike Path Committee meets regularly on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm in Salem City. Hall Annex, Meeting Room 314, 120 Washington Street, Salem, MA. The Committee did not meet during the months of August 2011 and February 2012. During the 2012 fiscal year period, the Salem Bike Path Committee Membership included Dan Shuman (Chairman), Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, William Peck, Christine Micheline, David Hallowes, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler (appointed on 4/26/12), Dan Cooper (appointed on 4/26/12), and David Bowie (appointed 4/26/12). The following members,resigned during this fiscal year: Christine Michelini (resigned on 9/8/11), Jamie Metsch (resigned on 2/8/12), and David Pelletier(resigned on 3/9/12). • Some of the Bike Path Committee's key initiatives completed during the 2012 fiscal year were as follows: • Salem Bike Path Extension (Phase II) — During this fiscal year, the City continued to work closely with the MBTA, area property owners, and AECOM (City's on-call engineering firm) to design and engineer the bike path extension through a portion of the MBTA's active and unused railroad right-of-way. The extension of the Salem Bike Path from Canal Street (abutting Gardner Mattress) to Downtown Salem is the highest priority project identified in the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan. Once the 1.5 mile extension is completed it will connect downtown Salem to downtown Marblehead via a fully compliant ADA accessible off-road path. Today, the Salem Bike Path begins at the Lafayette Street Entrance near the City of Salem and Town of Marblehead line, and continues north approximately 2,500 linear feet alongside the Salem State University Central Campus toward Loring Avenue. Opposite Loring Avenue the bike path continues north approximately 450 linear feet to Canal Street. In its entirety, the existing Salem Bike Path (Phase I) is roughly 3,000 linear feet in length or approximately mile long. The City and the Bike Path Committee are committed to extending the Salem Bike Path to downtown Salem and establishing future off-road extensions throughout Salem and our neighboring communities. • • Salem Bicycle Routes Map — With several on- and off-road bike routes installed throughout Salem, the Bike Path Committee wanted to plot them on a user friendly map that can be made available to the general public. The Committee worked with the'City GIS �` Salem Bike Path Committee FY2012 Annual Report Page 2 of 4 I Department to create the map and then obtained pro-bono services from FST Engineering to • assist the Committee in finalizing the design and layout of the Salem Bike Routes Map. After months of work the Committee completed the map and had 1,000 of them printed. The City will disseminate the printed maps in spring 2013 to area bike shops, Salem Public Library, Salem Parks and Recreation Dept., Salem Police Dept., and at both Salem Spins Bike Share Stations. Additionally, an electronic version of the map will also be made available on the City of Salem Website to view and print. • Bicycle Friendly Community Designation — The City and the Bike Path Committee submitted and application for recognition as a "Bicycle Friendly Community" with the League of American Bicyclists earlier this fiscal year, and was awarded an Honorable Mention for its efforts to date building and promoting bike infrastructure and education. Salem was one of three Massachusetts communities recently recognized by the League; Arlington received a Bronze-Level Award and the Newton also received an Honorable Mention. Salem, Newton, and Arlington now join three other Massachusetts communities previously recognized as 'Bicycle Friendly Communities'; Boston received a Silver-Level Award, and Somerville and Northampton received a Bronze-Level Award. The City and the Bike Path Committee will continue to build upon the efforts already made by expanding bike facilities and accommodations throughout the city and continue to educate and advocate for bike safety so that it can reapply in the coming years for recognition at the Bronze-Level. • Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path and Bypass Road Bike Path Connection — Working with MassDOT the City and Bike Path Committee were able to connect the 0.6 mile long Bypass Road Bike Path with the 0.5 mile long Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path (located along Collins Cove and Webb Street) via an abandoned railroad right of way segment owned by the City of Salem (approx 0.08 miles long). The connection now creates a 1.18 mile long off-road bike path directly connecting the Carlton School, Bentley School, and the MBTA Commuter Rail Station with a fully accessible off-road path. Furthermore, the connection now links to the existing 4.85 mile long on- and off-road bike route implemented last year utilizing bike route signs and bike lanes and bike sharrow pavement markings, pursuant to the City of Salem Bike Circulation Master Plan. PEDALING FORWARD>>> Some of the notable bike initiatives the City and Bike Path Committee are currently working on or looking to complete in fiscal year 2013 are as follows: • Salem Bicycle Safety Brochure >>> The Bike Path Committee has been working on the contents of a brochure that can be utilized to advocate for bicycle safety in Salem. This fiscal year the Committee finalized the contents and layout of the brochure and had it endorsed by the Salem Parks and Recreation Department and the Salem Police Department. The Committee is currently redesigning the front cover of the brochure so that it mirrors that of the recently completed Salem Bicycle Routes Map so that all publications created by the Committee look consistent. Once completed, the City will print.the safety brochures in both • English and Spanish with the intent to have them mailed out through the public school system and made available to the general public at various locations, including the Salem Public Library, Salem Parks and Recreation Dept., Salem Police Dept., and at both Salem Salem Bike Path Committee FY2012 Annual Report Page 3 of 4 i Spins Bike Share Stations. Additionally, an electronic version of the Salem Bicycle Safety Brochure will also be made available on the City of Salem Website to view and print. • Salem Bike Path Extension >>> The City will continue to work on the issues necessary to execute a long-term lease agreement with the MBTA to utilize a portion of their active and unused right-of-way property to extend the Salem Bike Path to downtown Salem. Concurrently, AECOM will continue to design, engineer, and permit the bike path extension in conjunction with the Canal Street Improvement Project. • Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension>>> The City and Bike Path Committee are working with the City Engineer and FST Engineering to extend the existing bike lane on Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension from West Avenue to Porter Street (0.9 mi). This extension would lengthen the existing 4.85 mile long on- and off-road bike route implemented last year. • Bridge Street Bike Sharrows>>> The City and Bike Path Committee are working with the MassDOT, through the City Engineer, to install bike sharrow pavement markings on Bridge Street from Webb Street to the Beverly/Salem Bridge (0.5 mi) as part of the Bridge Street Reconstruction Project that is nearly completed. The installation of these new bike sharrows will extend the existing 4.85 mile long on- and off-road bike route implemented last year and connect it to the City of Beverly. Once completed, the City will have successfully connected the City of Beverly to the Town of Marblehead via-a 5 mile long on- and off road bike route • traversing Salem. Respectfully submitted, Frank Taormina Planner/Harbor Coordinator • -tv`j Salem Bike Path Committee FY2012 Annual Report Page 4.of 4 I City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2012 JAN -4 A 4 41 Notice of JKeeting CITY CLERK ALEM.MASS. You are hereby notifiedthat the Salem Bike(Path Committee willholda regularry schedure(rmeeting on Wetrrtesday,January 11, 2012 at 7:00pm at City 4falrAnnex Wpom 314, 120 Washington Street aan Shuman, Chairman 914eeting Agenda f Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shumar4 Chair WiYCtam Pec • Jeffrey Bemn k, Jamie Metsch (David(Pelletier Ernest(DeWaio (Davur7fallowes 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes and Annual Report ® December 14, 2011 Meeting Minutes ® Fiscal Year 2011 Annual Report 2. Public Comment 3. Old/New Business ® User Friendly Bike Routes Map ® Bike Safety Pamphlet Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 'M"9� �pp 1A,y� py pr icy rl 4F;h U{t€r��'�! �'' f1. •3., ^. f'30b 7l1.1�:Ii C,� ! k' ter::if i,o r � - . .•<'n C"`"q� Mal" ' eGf i ' 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 f Ph 978-619-5685 O Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ unuui.salem.com I 1 , • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, January 11, 2012 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present:: Dan Shuman, Will Peck, Ernest DeMaio. Jamie Metsch and David Hallowes. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absents Jeff Bellin and David Pelletier. Public in Attendance: Steve Tgettis (Salem resident, Aborn Street) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes W. Peck made a motion to approve the December 14, 2011 Meeting Minutes, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. Chairman Shuman asked the Committee if they had any questions regarding the 2011 Annual Report. There none being, Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to approve the 2011 • Annual Report. E. DeMaio makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman acknowledged the public in attendance and asked that individual's name for the record and if he had any public comments at this time. Steve Tgettis introduced himself to the Committee and shared his interest in biking. He stated that he is a retired safety manager for a railroad company and despite his background he is an advocate for converting unused or abandoned railroad right-of-ways into bikeways. He mentioned that he is a member of the East Coast Greenway as well as the Rails-to-Trail Conservatory and is interested in bike paths, especially in their regional connectivity. He is also interested in bike safety on-streets and like many bikers has developed a real fear of distracted drivers. He commended the Committee and City on installing the bike lane throughout Salem, especially on Lafayette Street to Marblehead, as he rides that often. He is interested in hearing what else the Committee and City has planned with respect to on- and off-road bike safety and off-road (bike path) connectivity with neighboring communities. 3. Old/New Business Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map F. Taormina showed the Committee the latest progress print of the bike routes map. • J. Metsch asked if the map should be zoomed out a bit to show more of Salem and identify the best on-street routes for bikers to take in order to get to our neighboring communities and perhaps insets of downtown Salem and or Salem Woods trails. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed to keep the map at the present scale and consider that in future versions Page i of 4 • of the map, especially since best routes to neighboring communities was not addressed in the Bike Circulation Master Plan. The Master Plan identified various City streets that can accommodate bike lanes or sharrows and identifies each as high or low volume roads, but does not determine which is the best route to take in order to get to Lynn, Swampscott, and Peabody; etc (although navigating to Beverly and Marblehead is fairly straightforward). W. Peck suggested that the font size and symbols be increased a half-a-point so that it is more legible. Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked about all the public beach symbols at Forest River Park. He suggested that perhaps you just use one symbol at Forest River to identify that there are public beaches there. F. Taormina suggested that all three public beach symbols remain on the map as Forest River Park is very large and many people do not know that they even exist. Additionally, Forest River Park has a public pool, playground, and Pioneer Village which are all identified as points of interest on the map for riders. Resident Steve Tgettis stated that as an outsider, if he were utilizing the map and there were just one public beach symbol at Forest River Park he would assume that the beach near Pioneer Village would be the beach the symbol was speaking to, however identifying three beaches would encourage riders or visitors that do not know any better to explore the rest of Forest River Park and visit them. The Committee agreed to keep all the public beach symbols at Forest River Park. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other comments regarding the map. There none being, he asked F. Taormina what the next steps are. • F. Taormina suggested that he have the minor edits made to the map and then focus on the back side of the map, where biking resources and information can be inserted. The Committee agreed. D. Hallowes suggested that perhaps the Committee sell advertising space on the back of the map to help pay for the cost of the maps. I Metsch shied away from the idea, because as a business owner himself he feels that there will only be limited space available and the same usual suspects will likely be fighting to be on the map. F. Taormina stated that he got a commitment from the Park and Recreation Department to pay for the printing of the maps. However, in the future as the map grows and changes are made on a yearly basis, then the Committee could consider having advertising space on the back of the map help pay for, or entirely pay for map production costs. The Committee agreed. Review Draft Bike Safety Pamphlet Chairman Shuman opening up the item and then turned the floor over to Committee Member D. Hallowes. D. Hallowes passed out copies of the latest iteration of the safety pamphlet for the Committee's review. F. Taormina suggested that an image of a front head light be shown in place of one of the two reflectors, so that it corresponds with the text in the section "See and Be Seen". The Committee agreed. • E. DeMaio suggested that the font size be slightly smaller and to use a crisper font so that it reads better. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed. Pa-e 2 of 4 W. Peck pointed out that the statement at the top of the pamphlet states that "Massachusetts State Law requires the use of helmets by minors when riding"where as it is clearer in the section under Helmets'that"Massachusetts State Law requires the use of helmets by anyone 16 years of age and under when riding a bike'. He stated that he believes a minor is anyone under the age of 18 whereas the law states anyone 16 and under is required to wear a helmet. The Committee agreed that that was a contradiction and changed "minor"to "16 years of age and under'. Chairman Shuman pointed out another discrepancy I the text. Instead of"A Bicycle is a moving vehicle and is subject to similar laws as cars" it should be changed to""A Bicycle is a moving vehicle and is subject to the same laws as cars". The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there were anymore questions regarding the text or formatting of the safety pamphlet. There none being he asked what the next steps were. F. Taormina suggested that a draft final version be prepared by D. Hallowes and sent to him for distribution to the Committee in advance of the next meeting. Then at the next meeting the Committee could vote to approve the draft final safety pamphlet and it could then be forward to Salem Police Department for their endorsement. The Committee agreed. Other O/d/New Business Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items the Committee would like to discuss tonight. Resident Steve Tgettis commended the Committee on its efforts to create a safety manual • but stressed that in his former profession he installed hundreds of signs and created numerous safety manuals, but people especially kids, do not read or pay attention to either. He mentioned that parents buy their kids bikes and then do not teach them the rules of the road or how to ride a bike safely; they just tell them to be careful. He suggested that the Committee do some outreach to kids and explain bike safety face to face, as that will reach more kids then the safety pamphlet. Chairman Shuman stated that a couple years ago the Committee had a Bike Safety Event there they did just that and gave out free bike helmets and bike locks. W. Peck stated that he envisions that once the bike safety pamphlet is completed that it would be sent to the school department and sent out with each child's report cards, so that parents will see the pamphlets as well. F. Taormina stated that although the Committee does not hold a Bike Safety Event anymore, the Salem Police Dept Bike Unit does hold safety events, and perhaps the Committee can also participate in that event. ]. Metsch stated that when he was young, he remembers registering his bike at the Police Station. Even though that doesn't really prevent your bike from being damaged or stolen, it was an opportunity for the Police to encourage bike safety. He asked if the Salem Police Department would be interested in such a thing. F. Taormina stated that he would look into it. Resident Steve Tgettis asked if a representative from the Park& Recreation Department and • the Salem Police Department could be added to the Committee, as both of their input would be very helpful in getting things done. F. Taormina stated that he works closely with both Departments on all thinks biking and thinks that is a great idea but he believes that only Salem Residents, not City of Salem Employees, can be appointed to a City Board or Page 3 of 4 i . Commission. If that is the case, at a minimum he will look into whether or not someone from the Park and Recreation Commission would be interested in serving on the Bike Path Committee. J. Metsch asked if F. Taormina send MassDOT a letter about adding bike sharrows to Bridge Street from the bike path intersection (Peter Tracy Multi-Use Walkway) to the Beverly Salem Bridge. F. Taormina stated that he did not intent on sending MassDOT a letter, but working through the City Engineer would make the request on behalf of the Committee/City. He will touch base with the City Engineer and report back to the Committee. W. Peck asked about the MBTA Parking Garage and the bike accommodations we requested. F. Taormina stated that they MBTA will be installing a secure indoor bike parking facility, similar to Alewife Station, but it is unlikely that they will construct the at-grade crossing across the tracks to Jefferson Station Apartments. He informed the Committee that the MBTA has shrunk the budget for the project; he believes it is 30 million dollars and we are lucky that some of our requests were incorporated. D. Hallowes asked if the Committee could have a booth at various City Events like the Witch's Cup Bike Race, Living Green Fair, etc where they could interact with the public and stress bike safety. Chairman Shuman suggested that F. Taormina ask for a list of City Events from Ellen Talkowsky (City Special Events Coordinator) and then sign up and have a presence various related events. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Hallowes makes that motion, seconded by • E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:37 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their March 14, 2012 Meeting Page 4 of 4 • City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE ygarMlNO Notice of Meeting 'Yat are hereby notifi"ed that the Salon Bike Path Conunittee wi(((io(rfa regtdar(y sc(red led meeting on Wednesday, Ee6ruary 8, 2012 at 7:00pnt at City 9fa((Amte.G r(koont 314, 120'Pkashiugton Street A DanS(tu tart, Chainnatt Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (DanShuraan, Chair rj-s .:. `U 'earn eck Jatnie 511etsc(t r Jeffrey Be(ft'rt rn te.strDe, aio [David7Ca((owes X rn �avic('V.e((etier �-" W • >� N r 3t D m 1. Approval f Meeti to es 3 3 (D lanua'v 11, 2012 ti eeting N inutes > _ t» o' 2. Public Com 3. Salem Spins Update— City of Salem Bike Share Program (D Paul Marquis, City Energy & Sustainability Manager will update the Committee on last year's Bike Share Program and what is planned for the 2012 season. 4. Old/New Business (D User Friendly Bike Routes A'[ap (backside information) Q Bikc Safety Yatnphlet INS MOM P08110d Oil "OffiGIN B � d � City Hall Salm, Mass, on X 1) al Q 1 (4 m Adjournment & a Arm*" %* dk Know your rights under the Open iAiccdng l ad, Rlas,ad2u�� fs e t.it I.a�i� Cha ter 39, Section 23B and Cin- Ordinance Sections 2-2024 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street f Solern. Massachusetts 01970 f Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fox 978-740-0404 ♦ wwrusatem..com �ONINf City of Salem ,yBIKE PATH COMMITTEE '"�iry1N6r� 1811 MAR -1 A IIt 12 Notice of Meeting CITY CLERK SALEM.MASS. You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike(Path Committee wilfholda regularly scheduled meeting on - Wedneaday, March 14, 2012 at 7.00pm at City 7faflAnnex Woom 314, 1200'i Washington Street (DanShutnan, FT• Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: span Shuman, Chair ErnestWVaioDavid(Peiletier Jeffrey Bemn David9fa[loiues 'W 11ttam(Peck • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® January 11, 2012 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. Old/New Business ® Salem Bike Path Extension Update ® Bike Safety Pamphlet ® User Friendly Bike Routes Map (backside information) Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 This p4l11ra dDN 00 #A e�fr�9A1�• • city 4:4 sa of". Mcrae. on u ? zoiz U9 st Ak e�pat iii liOs. SA # Ara. 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 O Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ unutu.salem.com e . • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, March 14, 2012 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present° Dan Shuman, Will Peck, Ernest DeMaio. David Hallowes, and Will Peck. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absent; none ._.. ...._...... .. .............. Public in Attendance: Steve Tgettis (Salem resident, Aborn Street) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin made a motion to approve the January 11, 2012 Meeting Minutes, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. F. Taormina brought to the Committee's attention that Jamie Metsch resigned from the Committee affective February 8`h and Dave Pelletier also resigned affective March gth. The • Committee is now down to five members. He has asked the Mayor's Office to appoint at least two more members as the Committee was established to have between 7-10 members and current quorum for meetings is at least 4 members present (based on at least a 7 member committee). He mentioned that he put in a request to have the Mayor's Office appoint at least two new members to the Committee. He asked the Committee if they know of any Salem residents that would be interested in joining and if so to have them contact the Mayor's Office. , 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman acknowledged Steve Tgettis in attendance and asked if he had a public. comment at this time. S. Tgettis stated that he did not have a comment at that time. g. Old/New Business J. Bellin asked if the Committee would be interested in hosting another Safety Day Event like the Committee held in the summer of 2008. Discussion ensued. S. Tgettis stated that he worked as a Safety Manager for a Railroad Company and in his experience thinks that holding a safety event doesn't always reach the target audience. He believes that education is important but doesn't always work in the form of an event. If the Committee does a safety event it would need to be more comprehensive and well advertised in order to reach out to as many people as possible. F. Taormina stated that the City of Salem hosts an annual Public Safety Day Event at the • Moose Family Center and perhaps the Committee could be a part of that larger safety day event which has a built in audience, instead of hosting and advertising for their own stand alone event. Page: 1 of 4 • I Bellin went to that event last year and he believes that the Moose is not a good location and that it was poorly attended, but he understands that joining forces with another established City event could work. Chairman Shuman asked that F. Taormina get more information about the annual Public Safety Event hosted by the City and add the item to the next agenda for further discussion. Review Final Draft of Bike Safely in Salem Pamphlet Chairman Shuman opening up the item and then turned the floor over to Committee Member D. Hallowes. D. Hallowes passed out copies of the final draft of the safety pamphlet for the Committee's review. I Bellin stated that the pamphlet may be simple but there is information in it that is not obvious to all people. The bike safety pamphlet may not reach our whole target audience, but if it can change even a few people's biking habits then we may be saving lives. Chairman Shuman asked if the URL links could be simplified. D. Hallowes explained why it cannot be done for the hard copy but a hyperlink could be added to the electronic version. W. Peck asked if the sentence regarding helmets and Massachusetts State Law could be bolded or enlarged. D. Hallowes suggested that the sentence be moved from under the pictures to directly beneath the heading and bolded, so that it stands out more. The Committee agreed. F. Taormina mentioned to the Committee that when the final edits are made, he will forward • the pamphlet to the Police Department for their endorsement. He also suggested that the Park and Recreation Department review the pamphlet and endorse it and that D. Hallowes insert on the front cover under Brought to you by:add the Park and Recreation Department, the Committee agreed. F. Taormina asked the Committee how many pamphlets should be printed once finalized and endorsed. The Committee was thinking around 1,000 as they would like to make them available for the entire Salem Public School System and have extra copies available for distribution at local bike shops, the Park and Recreation Dept., YMCA, Chamber of Commerce, etc. Also the Committee would like some copies available to them then they attend various events. S. Tgettis asked if the pamphlet will be available in Spanish. The Committee stating that that is a goal of theirs. Once the pamphlet is finalized and endorsed the Committee will work on translation. F. Taormina stated that once the map is revised and endorsed he will work with Committee Member D. Hallowes to prepare the printing specifications, so that he can get quotes from printing companies in the area. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other edits the Committee would like to make. There none being, he asked for a motion to approve the Bike Safely in Salem pamphlet as revised. Motion was made by I Bellin, seconded by E. DeMaio, and approved unanimously. • Salem Bike Path Committee Logo D. Hallowes informed the Committee that he has been working on a logo for the Committee. He passed around 11 different variations of the logo. The Committee reviewed each logo and discussion ensued. Following discussion, the Committee narrowed the selection to 2 Pad e 2 of 4 r • logos that they liked best and agreed to have D. Hallowes refine them a bit more and review them at the next meeting. Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map(backside of map) F. Taormina showed the Committee all the different biking resources and useful information he thinks should be placed on the backside of the map. The Committee review the material and agreed but wasn't sure how it would all layout on the back of the map. F. Taormina let the Committee know that he and the GIS Administrator have taken it as far as they can, and now need a professional to assist in refining the map and laying out the backside information. He reminded the Committee that FST Engineering offered to perform that work pro bono, and only wanted to place their logo on the map somewhere..The Committee agreed that the City should take advantage of that. F. Taormina stated that he will speak to Gary Hebert from FST Engineering and confirm that they would still be willing to do that for the Committee and if so, he will forward everything to FST and once they have a draft map in place he will invite them to a future meeting to review it with the Committee. The Committee agreed. Salem Bike Path Extension Update Chairman Shuman opening up the item and then turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina updated the Committee on the current status of the Salem Bike Path Extension • Project. He informed them that the City and its Consulting Engineer, AECOM, have made some alterations to the bike route and he walked the Committee through the revised plans. He said that initially the City obtained a lease agreement from the META to utilize an unused portion of a railroad right-of-way but now the City is interested in utilizing more of their active railroad right-of-way. Accordingly, the City sent the MBTA a letter and revised plans detailing their new request. He informed the Committee that the MBTA received the correspondence and will be meeting with the City and AECOM in the near future to discuss the proposal. After that meeting, F. Taormina said that he will let the Committee know if the MBTA was receptive to the chance and outline the process moving forward. Other Old/New Business Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items the Committee would like to discuss tonight. F. Taormina informed the Committee that he submitted a Bike Friendly Community Application to the League of American Cyclists for the City of Salem to be potentially recognized as a Bike Friendly Community. He let them know that there are only three communities in the entire Commonwealth that are recognized to date: Boston, Somerville, and North Hampton, and less than 200 recognized in the whole county. He believes that the City and the Committee have accomplished a lot in the past 6 years and believes that the City should be recognized for those achievements. He believes that the League of America Cyclists will render a decision in the next month or so. He will inform the Committee once he hears back from the League. • W. Peck asked about the MBTA Parking Garage and the bike accommodations we requested. F. Taormina stated that they MBTA will be installing a secure indoor bike parking facility, similar to Alewife Station, but it is unlikely that they will be constructing the at-grade crossing across the tracks to Jefferson Station Apartments, as the MBTA has shrunk the budget for Parte 3 of 4 the project. He told the Committee that he will continue to notify them of future public meetings the MBTA will hold. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. J. Bellin makes that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their April 11; 2012 Meeting • Page:4 of 4 n��oNWfia._ City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEt�aPR _s P b. ii CITY CLERK, SALEM,Notice of Meeting CITY 'You are herehy notified that the Salem Bike(path Committee willhohfa regularry scheduretl meeting on Wednesday,Aptif11, 2012 at 7.•OOpm at City Act rrAnneT, Room 314, 120 Washington Street �os� roan Shuman, Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair Ernest LneWaio William Peck Jeffrey Bellin (DavidAarrowes i. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® March 14, 2012 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. New Business Q Bike Path Committee Logo—review and comment ® Bike Lane Extension—Lafayette St from West Ave to Porter St (0.80 mi extension) 4. Old Business Q User Friendly Bike Routes Map—FST Engineers assistance with design& layout Q Bike Safely in Salem Pamphlet—final pamphlet in English and Spanish Adjournment citya� Safern1. pgogg„ on , n I 0'- 2012- al �t7 ?h wo Chw so pwa A A 2N 9f WO; . hnow your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, • Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Far 978-740-0404 + w .salem.com $e Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, April 11, 2012 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present, Dan Shuman, Will Peck,Ernest DeMaio, Will Peck. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absent; David Hallowes Public_in_A_ttendance: Dan Cooper, David Bowie, and Brad Sandler (Salem Residents that will be appointed to the Bike Path Committee on April 12, 2012). Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:06 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes I Bellin would like to clarify a statement he made on page two of the minutes. He still feels that there is merit is joining forced with another establish City Event but wanted to clarify for the record that the Public Safety Day Event that he attended last year was in a bad location and poorly attended. • E. DeMaio pointed out a spelling error at the bottom of page two. I Bellin made a motion to approve the March 14, 2012 Meeting Minutes as amended, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman acknowledged the three soon to be appointed members of the Bike Path Committee in attendance. I Bellin asked if each soon to be appointed member could introduce themselves and share with the Committee the reasons why they wanted to join the Committee. D. Cooper introduced himself and informed the Committee that he is a new resident to Salem and that he has taken notice to all-the progress the City and the Committee has made with respect to bike accommodations. He is an avid biker and wants to help in making Salem a safer biking community. D. Bowie is a 12 year resident to Salem and he rides his bike almost everyday. He is excited to see the progress made to date with respect to bike accommodations and looks forward to assisting the Committee in furthering their mission. B. Sandler is a new resident to Salem. He is a recreational rider, but wishes he could commute to work via bike, but cannot because of the distance to his place of work. He • joined the Committee to try and get more people on bikes not just for recreation but as a commuting option as well. He also wants to help in any way he can to try and make Salem a more bike friendly community. Yaf;e 1 of 4 • Chairman Shuman thanked each member for attending tonight and looks forward to working with each of them in the future. 3. New Business Bike Path Committee Logo Chairman Shuman opening up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina informed the Committee that Committee Member D. Hallowes is on vacation but before he left for vacation he forwarded him the reworked Salem Bike Path Committee Logos. He provided the Committee with a print out of the reworked logos. Discussion ensued. I Bellin liked logo 4c2 because it spelled out the name of the Committee under the acronym but visually he liked logo 4d better, even though it was only an acronym logo. He asked if there as a way to incorporate the Committee name into logo 4d. Discussion ensued, and the Committee agreed that was something they would like to see. W. Peck liked logo 4d and asked if perhaps a front and rear light could be added to the logo. The Committee thought that that would make the logo look to busty E. DeMaio likes 4c2 because it has the Committee name on it, but pointed out that it was hard to read and offered some suggestions as to how it could be more visible when used as a small logo. He disagreed with ]. Bellin with the placement of the Committee name in logo 4d and suggested that placing the text under the bike symbol or under the acronym might • work better than flanking the logo on each side. Chairman Shuman asked the soon to be appointed new members in attendance what they thought. D. Bowie likes 4c2 because of the text under the acronym and agrees that if the same where done to 4d it might work as well. B. Sandler likes 4d with text. D. Cooper agrees with I Bellin and would like to see text added to logo 4d. F. Taormina stated that it seems that the Committee like either logo 4c2 or 4d and asked if it was ok to eliminate the other logo samples..The Committee agreed. J. Bellin made a motion to have Committee Member D. Hallowes make several different iteration of logo 4d incorporating the Committee name in it and to have logo 4c2 cleaned up as E. DeMaio suggested. Seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. F. Taormina stated that he would work with D. Hallowes on revising both logos when he returns from his vacation and have that for the Committee to review at the next meeting. Bike Lane Extension —Lafayette Street from WestAlve to Porter St(0.9 miles) F. Taormina gave the Committee and the soon to be appointed members an overview of the bike lane extension project and pointed out that the extension is identified in the City of • Salem Bike Circulation Master Plan. He also informed them that this stretch of Lafayette Street (from West Ave to Porter St) is one of the few remaining streets in Salem wide enough to accommodate a full bike lane. At Porter St the street narrows and the bike lane would end and sharrow pavement markings would be installed (signifying that bike and cars need to share the road). 1'a c2of4 F. Taormina informed the Committee that he secured Chapter 90 money from the City Engineer to have the Lafayette Street Bike Lane extended to Porter Street, where it will join the Lafayette Street Improvement Project fronting St. Joseph's Church which will have bike sharrows striped through both intersections (Lafayette/Washington/Dow St Intersection and the Lafayette/Harbor St Intersection) ending just after Harbor St in downtown Salem. In total the bike lane extension is 0.9 miles long and it would be laid out by FST Engineer and performed by an on-call pavement contractor that is currently on retainer with the City Engineer. He is working closely with FST Engineers and the City Engineer to have this work done by late spring early summer. Bypass Road Bike Path connection to Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path Update F. Taormina updated the Committee that MassDOT has finished grading the connection of the.bypass road bike path to the connection of the Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path at Cross St. He believes that MassDOT will finish paving and landscaping the connection later this Spring. When completed, the bypass road bike path will be connected to the larger network of on- and off-road bike routes throughout Salem. 4. Old Business User Friendly Bike Routes Map Chairman Shuman opening up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. , F. Taormina showed the Committee the two different layouts of the back side of the bike • routes map. Discussion ensued. W. Peck asked if more Salem Bike regulations (if any) could be included into the section about Massachusetts Bike Laws. E. DeMaio likes the layouts but wants to make sure that the material that is being produced by the Committee is consistent in look and feel. Although the Bike Safely in Salem Pamphlet was created by someone else the Committee needs to make sure that they are consistent in look and feel but no in content. He mentioned that if you do include bike safety tips on the map then where do you draw the line. He believes that the Bike Routes Map should not have bike safety tips on it, as there is already a pamphlet that addresses bike safety so keep them separate. He suggested that all the bike facilities info should be located on the back of the map. He agreed with W. Peck that the map should include more bike laws. J. Bellin stated that the Bike Safely in Salem Pamphlet was mostly created for children and parent where the back of the map is an opportunity to reach a different audience to offer some common sense rules of the road and bike safety tips. Discussion ensued. D. Bowie stated that Salem is an international City. People from all over the world visit Salem and you never know who will pick up these maps. He agrees with E. DeMaio that the bike resources and the bike laws should be prominently displaced on the back of the map, where the bike safety tips could be an insert, left out, or just refer to the bike safety pamphlet. The Committee discussed the matter further and agreed to remove the bike safety items and • replace with bike facilities items and other essential bike resources. F. Taormina asked which layout the Committee prefers best the maroon or the blue. The Committee unanimously agreed with maroon. He then stated that he will work with FST Engineers to revise the maroon layout and incorporate all the changes discussed. Pa,;e 3 oi 4 • Bike Safely in Salem Pamphlet F. Taormina updated the Committee that the Salem Police Department and the Park and Recreation Department endorsed the pamphlet. He also informed them that he had the text of the pamphlet translated into Spanish and he will work with D. Hallowes to reinsert that text into the pamphlet layout. Once the Committee approves their logo and the City hears back whether or not they have been awarded as a Bike Friendly Community from the League of American Cyclists, then he will finalize the pamphlet for printing. Other Old/New Business Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items the Committee would like to discuss tonight. W. Peck informed the Committee that he attended the last MBTA Parking Garage Public Meeting and the T has incorporated two bike parking facilities and bike sharrows from Bridge Street through the site to the garage. F. Taormina informed the Committee that there are two City events that the Committee was invited to attend: The Living Green Fair at Old Town Hall on May 19, 2012 from 10am - 3pm and The Public Safety Day on September 22, 2012 at the Moose Family Center from loam - 2pm. If anyone was interested in manning a table to represent the Committee to please let. him know. He will forward the details to eacH committee member via email after the meeting. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. J. Bellin makes that motion, seconded by E. • DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their May 9, 2012 Meeting • I'a-C 4 of 4 y �,n�oNnlT,j�O • '� City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 1011 NAY -3 AD 02 FILE # Notice of 91leeting CITY CLERK. SALEM, MASS. Tout are here6y notifiedthat the Salem Bike Tatft Committee unlffiolda regufarly schedoedmeeting on Wednesday, Way 9, 2012 at 7:00pm at City 7(allAmnx, Room 314, 120`)�Washington Street <lYannta Fr Chairman W eeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (DanS6uman, Chair `Mffiam Teck Ernest 06Waio Jeffrey Begin Oamd7fallowes BradSandler • i. Approval of Meeting Minutes oQ April 11, 2012 Meeting Minutes z. Public Comment 3. New Business oQ Bike accommodations presentation by Gary Hebert, FST Engineers— brief overview 4- Old Business Q Bike Path Committee Logo—review, vote, approve (DUser Friendly Bike Routes Map —review revised design, layout, and content Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.corn s� • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, May 9, 2012 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Presents Dan Shuman, Will Peck, Ernest DeMaio, Will Peck, David Hallowes, Brad Sandler. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absent; none Public in Attendance.: Dan Cooper and David Bowie (Salem Residents that will be appointed to the Bike Path Committee on May 10, 2012). 1 Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:02PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes ]. Bellin made a motion to approve the April 11, 2012 Meeting Minutes, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment ° None 3. New Business Bike Accommodations Presentation by Gary Hebert(FST Engineers) Chairman Shuman tabled the item as Gary Hebert had not arrived yet. 4. Old Business Bike Path Committee Logo Chairman Shuman opening up the item and turned the floor over to Committee Member D. Hallowes. D. Hallowes provided the Committee with a print out of the reworked 5a logo. The Committee members passed the logos around the table and discussion ensued about the weight of the text under the logo and the space between the acronym and the text. E. DeMaio stated that he would like to see the bike pushed down closer to the SPEC acronym and the text in all caps. The Committee agreed that that would help improve the logo. Chairman Shuman asked the Committee to vote on which revised logo they prefer best: logo 5a (4 votes), logo 5a2 (0 votes), logo 5a3 (1 vote), logo 5a4 (2 votes), and logo 5a5 (0 votes). • Chairman Shuman indicated that there was clear consensus on logo 5a. He asked the committee for a motion to approve logo 5a. Pae 1 of 4 • J. Bellin made a motion to approve logo 5a with bike moved down closer to the SBPC acronym and the text shown in text, or a combination of one or the other. Seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. Accordingly, D. Hallowes agreed to make the revisions to the logo and forward them to the Committee to final review. Once the Committee agrees to the exact logo revision it will be added to both the Bike Safely Pamphlet and to the Bike Routes Map. The logo will also be used on the Committee's letterhead, website, and all other promotional items releases. 5. New Business Bike Accommodations Presentation by Gary Hebert(AST Engineers) Chairman Shuman welcomed Gary Hebert (FST) and turned the floor over to him. G. Hebert (FST) informed the Committee that he will be giving a presentation at the ITE Northeastern District Annual Meeting in Lake Placid, NY titled "Incorporating Bike Circulation Enhancement Strategies in a Tightly Constrained Urban Environment Salem, Massachusetts': He wanted to share the presentation with the Committee before he formally presented it at the end of the month in Lake Placid, G. Hebert (FST) informed the Committee that the power point presentation is envisioned to be approximately 25 minutes long and it will be presented in two parts tying community initiatives, master planning, design, and implementation elements together in tightly constrained historic urban environment. He informed the Committee that he will not give the entire presentation but rather just go through the presentation slides and hit on the major points that he will share with the attendees at the annual meeting. He mentioned that he will • highlight the design and implementation process for the Salem Bike Path Committee's 4.85- mile Pilot Route and next steps. The Pilot Route incorporates a full range of bike accommodation strategies implemented at a relatively low cost during summer 2011. It will conclude with Salem's recent initiatives and upcoming implementation elements for bike use marketing strategies. For example, the City has implemented two strategically located free bike share stations'and is working to complete Phase II of the Salem Bike Path connecting downtown Salem and downtown Marblehead, Massachusetts. After the brief presentation the Committee asked G. Hebert (FST a few questions and then thanked him for his time and for using Salem as a case study for his presentation. 6. Old Business User Friendly Bike Routes Map Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina stated that he has been working with FST Engineers (pro-bono) to design and layout the map and the back of the map. He asked the Committee if they have any final comments or edits for FST so that the map can be finalized and printed for this summer. Chairman Shuman preferred to have the text on the back of the map under Within the State of Massachusetts, a Cydists'Rights Allow"using either hand to signal..."to"use of either hand". The Committee agreed. W. Peck asked if the bike helmet law could be added to the Top 5 things you need to know • about bikes section on the back-of the map. The Committee agreed and changed the title to the Top 6 six things you need to know... Pa;e 2 of 4 W. Peck also mentioned the State of Massachusetts referenced on the back of the map should read the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Committee agreed to make that clarification. E. DeMaio would like to see the website link for more information under the Salem Bike Share Program on the back of the map moved to its own section on the very back panel of the folded map. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any more comments or edit to the back of the map. There none being, he asked the Committee if they had any comments or edits for the actual map. F. Taormina pointed out several minor items with respect to the exact location of some of the bike routes. Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if the street names could be shifted so that they were off of the identified routes, so that both were more legible. He also asked if the bike share logo and the mountain bike logo could be larger on the map. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further questions with respect to the map or back of map. There being none he asked F. Taormina what the next step was. F. Taormina stated that he and G. Hebert (FST) will forward the edits and the revised logo to Maryellen Mitrano (FST) to have the map revised and finalized. He stated that at the next meeting the committee can see the final product and vote to approve it. • D. Hallowes would like to see the recently completed Bike Safely in Salem Pamphlet conform to the text and layout of the bike routes map or vise-versa. F. Taormina stated that the Committee had that discussion at the last meeting, lead by E. DeMaio. The Committee agreed that the safety pamphlet should conform to the text and layout of the bike routes map. D. Hallowes asked G. Hebert (FST) if he new what the font used on the cover of the map was. G. Hebert (FST) did not know, he stated that he would ask Maryellen Mitrano (FST) and get back to him. D. Hallowes said that he will revise the cover of the bike safety pamphlet accordingly. The Committee agreed that all the items produced by the Committee should have the same look and feel. ' Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items to discuss tonight. Other Old/New Business Bypass Road Bike Path—Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path Connection Update F. Taormina informed the Committee that MassDOT finished paving the bike path connection between the Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path and the bypass road bike path at Cross St. He believes that MassDOT will finish the landscaping and the bike path centerline striping by the end of May. He shared photos of the recently completed bike path connection with the Committee and stated that this missing link now connects the bypass road bike path to the larger network of on- and off-road bike routes throughout Salem. The Committee was happy to hear the news. F. Taormina also informed them that bike sharrows will be striped on Bridge Street from the • bike path crossing at Bridge/Webb Streets to the Beverly/Salem Bridge. Bike Friendly Community Designation F. Taormina also informed the Committee that the League of American Cyclists did not designate Salem as a Bike Friendly Community in the latest round of applications. Instead Page 3 of 4 j' • Salem was recognized with an honorable mention award. He informed the Committee that they the League will be forwarding the City a report card that identifies where our weaknesses are so that we can work on them and reapply in the future. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. I Bellin makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their June 13, 2012 Meeting • • 9 Pa,,e 4 of 4 cpNINT City of Salem . BIKE PATH COMMITTEE "2011 JUN -b A IQ 31 CITY CLERF AIEM,MASS. Notice of JKeeting � Ton are heresy notiftedthat the Salem Bike Path Committee wiKholda regufarly scheduled meeting on Wednesday,dune 13, 2012 at 7.00pm at City AfallAnneG Room 314, 12��//////0//��'Washington Street 3 rDanS uman, fT ' Chairman ABPC\ 911eeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shuman, Chair (David7fallowes Jeffrey Bemn Brad Sandler Dan Cooper �ErnestlDe%aio rDavufBowie Williamleck • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ May 9, 2012 Meeting Minutes 2. .Public Comment 3. New Business ♦ Salem Bike Routes Map —Vote to Approve ♦ Discussion regarding former Ocean Ave Bridge—Steve Tgettis, Salem Resident ♦ Salem Bike Path Informational Kiosks—Maintenance Issues 4- Old Business ♦ Update on Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension—West Ave to Porter St (0.9 mi) ♦ Update on Bridge Street Bike Sharrows—Webb St to Beverly/Salem Bridge (0.5 mi) reft *ON" slosw 9fl�Officw Adjournment city "an satefi, Moos. 0 at MVr+VY.InC.—�P1�ZO/Z 10:374"no * Lgo • Know your rights under the Open Nfeeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 4 Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ un/nu.salent.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, June 13, 2012 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, June 12, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Dan Shuman, Will Peck, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, and Dan Cooper. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members. .Absent: David Hallowes, Jeff Bellin, and David Bowie Public Attendance: Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) and Steve Tgettis (Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:10PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. ` 1. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman pointed out an error on page 3 of the minutes and a spelling mistake on page 4. He asked if there were any other comments from the Committee, there being not he asked for a motion to approve as amended. E. DeMaio made that motion, seconded by D. Cooper and approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked their names for the record. Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) introduced himself to the Committee and expressed his interest in biking wanted to hear more about what the City and the Committee is working on and how he could get more involved. Steve Tgettis (Salem Resident) has attended several Committee Meetings and stated that he is here tonight to speak on agenda item #3. 3. New Business Salem Bike Routes Map— Vote to Approve F. Taormina informed the Committee that he has obtained quotes from various area printing companies. He informed them that Gangi Printing supplied the lowest quote and send him a proof of the final product. He passed the proof around to the Committee for their review and approval. He also informed the Committee that he was able to obtain a combination of funding (Green Communities Grant, Community Development Block Grant Funding, and funding from the Park&Recreation Dept) to pay for 1,000 bike routes maps to be printed. Discussion ensued. Chairman Shuman asked if the text of the parks could be sharpened or darkened so that they are more legible. F. Taormina stated that he will relay that to the printing company. • F. Taormina noted that the new Salem Ferry Operator, Boston Harbor Cruises (BHC), operates in a slightly different location out of Boston. The Maps state that the Ferry location in Boston is at Long Wharf, near Christopher Columbus Park, however BHC now operates out of Long Wharf near the New England Aquarium. He suggested that"near Christopher Page 1 of 5 • Columbus Park"be removed and just keep"Long Wharf"so that the maps are accurate. The Committee agreed. W. Peck asked if the bike law text on the back side of the map be shadowed so that it is more visible. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed that a shadow would not work as the background is gray, perhaps the background color could be changed so that there is better contrast. F. Taormina stated that the printers would not be able to do that. That would require FST Engineers to change the layout of the map and then resend the revised InDesign files to the printing company. At this point the only thing the printing company can do is change or remove text, everything else requires having to redesign the map. He recommended not changing the layout as the maps are ready to be printed. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further comments or suggestions from the Committee on the proof. He then asked the public in attendance if they had any comments or suggestions. There being none, he asked for a motion to approve Salem Bike Routes Map as revised. A motion was made by W. Peck and seconded by W. DeMaio and approved unanimously. F. Taormina stated that he will have the printing company make those minor changes and authorize them to print the maps. However, he will not disseminate the maps until the Lafayette St Bike Lane and the Bridge Street Bike Sharrows are completed, which are both expected to be completed in the next month or so. • Discussion regarding former Ocean Avenue Bridge—Steve Tgettis,Saiein Resident S. Tgettis (Salem Resident)thanked the Committee to allowing him to speak tonight. He explained to the Committee his idea to reconstruct the former Ocean Avenue Bridge, but only a light weight bridge for pedestrian and bicycles access only. He explained the reasons why he feels the idea has merit offered suggestions on how it could be done. He reminded the Committee that he use to work for the railroad and is a member of the East Coast Greenway Alliance. Though his experience he has many connections and resources that could help in this endeavourer. He understands that the City isn't ready to discuss the idea with the MBTA as the Salem Bike Path extension (which they are in current negotiations with MBTA on) is their first priority. He also understands that the City does not have the funding to do this project, but wanted to put the idea on the Committee's radar screen and wanted to get their general support for the idea so that as an active resident he could begin vetting the idea further with individuals he knows at the MBTA and MassDOT. F. Taormina stated that he has met with Steve to discuss the idea and know the area well. He informed the Committee that the bridge abutments on either side of the tracks are still in tack and that the potential crossing could intersect with the future Salem Bike Path Extension. In theory, the connection could be made but on the other side of the tracks (toward Jefferson Ave) there is absolutely no bike accommodations what so ever. He suggested that the Committee start thinking about western expansion of bike routes so that in the future the connection could link the two sides of Salem, as Steve suggested. D. Cooper likes the idea. He likes utilizing something that already exists to reconnect both side of Salem for pedestrians and bicyclists. B. Sandler agreed with D. Cooper. • E. DeMaio likes the western expansion idea and agrees that Jefferson Avenue has great potential to accommodate a full bike lane. But he feels that before a bridge over railroad tracks is constructed it needs to tie into a bigger idea. He also feels that more research needs to be done on the former bridge and what the costs and implication are with reconstructing it before he buys into the idea. Page 2 of 5 • S.Tgettis (Salem Resident) stated that he would ultimately like to see bike routes in Salem conned through Peabody to the Border-to-Boston Bike Path in Danvers. He stated that he is working with the East Coast Greenway Alliance to interconnect and regionalize bike routes in the area. , E. DeMaio asked if F. Taormina could bring a large map of Salem showing all the streets and the existing bike routes to the next meeting so that the Committee could can start looking at how the bike routes could be extended west toward Peabody. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other comments or questions for Mr. Tgettis. There being none, he thanked him for coming in and stated that the Committee will start to look at expanding bike routes west to try and support the potential future connection.' S. Tgettis thanked the Committee for there time and told them that he will continue to keep them in the loop as he finds more out about the former bridge and progress he makes on his end. Salem Bike Path Informational Kiosks—Maintenance Issues F. Taormina informed the Committee that the maintenance issues with respect the kiosks was brought to his attention by Committee Member J. Bellin, but he is not in attendance tonight, so he asked to the item to be tabled until next meeting. The Committee agreed. 4. Old Business • Update on Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension — West Ave to Porter St(0.9 mi) F. Taormina updated the Committee on the project and showed them the engineered plans laying out the bike lane extension, prepared by FST Engineers. He informed the Committee that the City Engineer has authorized the work and will fund the work as part of his street resurfacing and improvement project for this year. B. Mabbott(Salem Resident) understands that the road is wide but wanted to see if a bike lane could be striped in a manner that better projects riders from parked cars and the door zone (the opening of car doors into the abutting bike lane). He explained how he lived in Edinburgh, Scotland and how they reversed the bike lane and located it on the curb edge and separated parking from it with jersey barriers. He asked if the same could be done in Salem. F. Taormina showed him the engineered plans and reiterated that the plans meet the federal Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devises (MUTCD) standards with respect to set back requirements for the travel lane width, bike lane width, parking lane width which includes the door zone. FST Engineers engineered and laid out the bike lane with that in mind. He agreed that his ideas to further protect riders makes sense but is not aware of any instances in this country where that is done and would not be feasible in this instance, but assured him that the bike lane was engineered to meet MUTCD standards. F. Taormina told the Committee that the work should start in the next month and will connect to the Lafayette Street Improvements Project fronting St. Joes Church, which he also manages for the City, and will include bike sharrows through both intersections to Harbor Street. • E. DeMaio asked if the sharrows could be extended to Derby Street and or if the bike lane extension on Lafayette Street to connect to the existing bike routes on Congress Street via Dow or Leach Street so that it loops back to the network of bike routes. I'ao e 3 of 5 l • F. Taormina stated that that wasn't considered. The destination for the bike lane is downtown. Once a rider reaches the lower part of Lafayette Street they have reached downtown Salem. He informed the Committee that there is no additional money to extend the bike lane in other directions. He suggested that the Committee ride the routes once it is striped and determine what the best way to loop the bike route is. B. Mabbott (Salem Resident) asked if as part of the St. Joe's Church redevelopment they could pay for the cost of the bike lane on Dow Street to connect back to Congress St. F. Taormina stated that St. Joe's has already obtained all their regulatory permits and it is to late to suggest such a thing. He clarified that the City could not require such a thing per say, as they do not have a City Ordinance that requires private property owners through site plan review or subdivision regulations to make bike accommodations. He stated that during the permitting process the City could suggest that they contribute to such a cause and if St. Joes agrees then that could happen, but the City could not outright require such a thing, unless . an Bike Accommodation Ordinance of some kind was created. F.Taormina stated that after the Lafayette Street Bike Lane Extension and the Bridge Street Bike Sharrows are completed that the Committee regroup, review the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan, and prioritize its wants and needs. Perhaps taking into consideration what E. DeMaio said and creating a 5 year or 10 year plan. The Committee agreed. Update on Bridge Street Bike Sharrows— Webb St to Beverly/Salem Bridge(0.5mi) F. Taormina updated the Committee on the status of the Bridge Street Reconstruction Project • and the bike sharrows that will be striped by MassDOT once the resurfacing of the street is completed. Discussion ensured. E. DeMaio asked why the bike sharrows end at Webb Street and do not continue all the way to the Bypass Road where it could connect to the bike path there. F. Taormina stated that the network of bike routes creates a north-south corridor through Salam from Marblehead to Beverly. However the link to Beverly was not completed, so at the junction of the Peter Tracy Multi-use Trail and the Bypass Road Bike Path and Bridge Street at Webb bike sharrows were added on Bridge Street to the Beverly/'Salem Bridge to complete the route. He stated that bike route signs will be installed after the fact at decision points directing riders toward Beverly or to proceed on the bike path in either direction. There was never any thought given to extending the bike sharrows all the way down to the bypass road to create a loop. Instead the bike sharrows will lead to the Bypass Road Bike Path and that essentially leads you to downtown Salem. He suggested that the Committee consider the extension in creating a 5 or 10 year plan, as MassDOT has incorporated the bike path connection and bike sharrows in the project and it is highly unlikely that they will consider this additional expense this'late in the game. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items to discuss tonight. Other O/d/New Business S. Tgettis(Salem Resident) mentioned that Bike Education and Enforcement should be considered in the Committee's 5 or 10-year plan. Committee agreed that they were lacking in those areas and would work with the City on that end. • Chairman Shuman stated that the Parents United Group will be holding a Bike Rodeo sometime soon and that he will forward that info to Frank. He also stated that the Witch's Cup Bike Race has been confirmed this year and that he will forward the event poster to Frank and well so that he can add it to the City's Website. Page 4 of 5 . Chairman Shuman also mentioned that once the City has printed all the maps and is ready to disseminate them, perhaps the Committee would invite Tom Dalton at the Salem News to a meeting to do a piece on bike education and on the new bike routes map. The Committee liked the idea. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Cooper makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their October 10, 2012 Meeting k • Page 5 of 5 oNoll .7 City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE M n„ yyiMuveua�F LU12 JUL -b A 5 FILE CITY CLERK, SALEM, MASS. Meeting Cancellation Notice You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at 7:O0pm in City Hall Annex. Room 313. 120 Washington Street, has been cancelled. )16w ARM DunShwt Chairman ..AA (� .yy,x, •a. a ... .. r�„ .}�°,�Yt{ b •` r4 EWbtifi 1.,'dM1ei�•Fi,k f � � ACS�.'� 1!5 m 120 Washington Street + Solem. Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + www.salern.com. City of Salem • sF� g? BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting �Yoa are hereby notifi'ed tfrat tfie Safern a3ike(Path Cornrnittee rviffhofda tegnfar(y schedrded inecting oil Wednesday,Septem6er 1$ 2012 at 7:00pm at City 7faffjlwre-t, lounn 314, 120`Washii/n^gl onn"�Street �Unn,'(tu) V �l. Chain 11 �SBPC\ Meeting Agenda j r m Call Meeting to Order r o x�+ Roll Call: (Dan Shwnan, Chair (David-1 ues Dan Cooper m Jeffrey Belltle BradSandfer 3 WifGarn teck _ Ernest lcJe9l2aio rUavidBozvie 3 - - D _ to N J • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ June 13, 2012 N eeting NI Lite. 2. Public omme 3. ew Business Salem Bike Path It ormational Kiosks —Adaintenance Issues Goals and IZccotnmendations for 2013 4. Old s r Bike Safely in Salem pamphlet—printing and distribution .:.� to la ' s i14 a"F .1'1 4.M$ Sw-add8 i f. 'kit i o "rkr w^ra t.k Adjournment /7A� '1nt m your ngfats anderthe Open 51leeting Lam, Massachasetts renerarLaw Chapter39,Section 23B andCity Ordnance Sections 2-2028 tfrroagk 2-2033 120 Washington Street i Solern, Alossachesetts 01970 O Ph 975-619-SGS. 4 Fax 978-740-0404 6 nnaw.salern.com rte~ • � ,. City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 1IR SEP I I A 130 FI CITY CLERK, SALENLEM. MASS, Meeting Cancellation Notice You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at the same time and location. Dan Shuman, Chairman • ThU CRY m 11819M. Moon. 0M 5 ,Re,►,1,� �i 2o�z A'so 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + wtuw.salem.com City of Salem • �s= �° BIKE PATH COMMITTED rveo�T _3 A Hgvrrnoa 23 Notice of Weeting CITY CLERKSALEM, MA-SS lou are hereby nati'edthat the Salem Bike(Path Committee tvifffio(tfa re.gufarfy scheduledmeeting ote Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 7:00pm at City 7falfArrne-r, done 314, 1� Washingt�o��u Street rUartShuman, BP C� Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair oavid7Calfowes cffrey BefCa BradSandler man Cooper Enrest De512aio De vid&(vie `Willi'am(Peck • i. Approval of Meeting Minutes ♦ June 13, 2012 )Meeting ll,iimrtes 2. Public Comment 3. New Business + Goals and Recommendations for 2013 4. Old Business ♦ Bike Safely in Salem pamphlet— printing and distribution Adjournment 7fnoev your rights lender the Open 5'Veeting Grein, SKassachasetts CeueralGaiv Chapter 39,Section 23B • and Uty Ordinance Sections 2-2028 througfe 2-2033 120 Washington Street 9 Salem, Massachuselis 01970 O Ph 97.8-019-5585 i Frio 978-740-0404 4 wwmsa(em.com w • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, October 10, 2012 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present: Dan Shuman, Will Peck, Ernest DeMaio, Brad Sandler, Dan Cooper, and Jeff Bellin. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absent: David Hallowes and David Bowie Public in Attendance: Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:04PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments from the Committee, there being none he asked for a motion to approve. J. Bellin made_ that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked their names for the record and asked if there were any public comments at this time. There being none, he moved onto the next agenda item. 3. New Business , Goals and Recommendations for 2013 Chairman Shuman asked the Committee to go around the room and offer their preferred goals and recommendations for next year. J. Bellin stated that he would like to revisit the completed on-road bike route and install some additional route signage where he believes they are needed. F. Taormina stated that there are some area that were recently completed that also need some route signage. E. DeMaio stated that the Committee should look at the Bike Friendly Community Feedback Report we received from the League of American Cyclists and chip away at some of the City's shortcomings so that we can reapply for recognition. The Committee asked that F. Taormina email the Committee the feedback report so that they can review it. F. Taormina agreed to email that to the Committee Members. D. Cooper suggested that the Committee increase its relationship with the Beverly Bike Group to foster better regional ties. B. Sandler stated that the Committee perform outreach to all neighboring communities to . improve the regional biking network. W. Peck recommended that the Committee continue to work on and advocate for bike safety, perhaps working with the Salem Police Department and with neighboring communities. Pale 1 of 3 r ' • F. Taormina recommended that the Committee review the Bike Circulation Master Plan and prioritize the goals and recommendations set forth in theIan. He mentioned that the City's P tY Energy and Sustainability Manager, Jeff Elie, is reapplying for the Green Communities Grant with the Massachusetts Office of Energy Resources (DOER). Once the City secures future fundinghe would like to allocate some funding to do an alternative transportation r 9 p project or improve or maintain and existing alternative transportation project. He asked the Committee to determine which project they would like to see completed. F. Taormina suggested for example repaving the Collins Cove Multi-Use Trail which is eroding into the cove and paving the unpaved section to Szetela Lane, near Settlers Way. Committee said that they are excited that funding may soon be available to increase or improve bike facilities in Salem. Chairman Shuman recommended that the Committee look into the Safe Routes to School Program to see what is involved in creating one in Salem. E. DeMaio suggested that another goal be to promote more of what the Bike Path Committee is doing. ]. Bellin also suggested that the informational kiosks on the Salem Bike Path be repaired or replaced as they are in tough shape. Also to work on putting bike related resources in the kiosk along with the bike routes map. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other goals the Committee would like to explore in 2013. There being none he asked the Committee how they should prioritize the list in order to get started. • E. DeMaio suggested that F. Taormina print the proposed bike routes map from the Bike Circulation Master Plan in a large scale size (2'x3') so that the Committee can mark it up to try and prioritize which bike facilities it should work on next. Committee agreed that that should be on the agenda for the November Meeting. E. DeMaio also suggested that for the December Meeting the Committee review the Bike Friendly Communities Feedback Report from the League of American Cyclists and work on some of the City's shortcomings with respect to becoming a bike friendly community. The Committee agreed with the recommendation. 4. Old/New Business Chairman Shuman asked if there were any old/new business items to discuss tonight. Bruce Mabbott (Salem Resident) asked if the Committee could update him on the status of the Salem Bike Path Extension project to downtown Salem. F. Taormina informed Mr. Mabbott that the City is working closely with the Anthony Gattineri, property owner of the former California Olive Oil Company, who is the only potential user of the unused freight line that the City is trying to utilize as the alternative transportation corridor to extend the Salem Bike Path through, which is owned by the MBTA but Pan Am Railways has freight right to. He elaborated further by stating that in order for the City to build the bike path through that unused railroad right-of-way, Pan Am Railways must abandon their freight rights. He explained that Mr. Gattineri has submitted a letter to the MBTA asking to purchase or lease back the excess portion of the unused railroad right-of- way that the City does not need. The MBTA is willing to enter into a long term lease agreement with Mr. Gattineri provided that he submit a letter in writing to Pan Am Railways .stating that he will never pursue freight in the future. The MBTA is currently performing an Page 2 of 3 appraisal on property to determine the lease amount and once that is determined then MR. Gattineri should send Pan Am the letter. Once the City has confirmation that the letter was received by Pan AM, then the City will formally petition to Pan AM to have the fright rights in the unused railroad right-of-way abandoned, opening the door for the City to finally utilize the MBTA's unused railroad right-of-way for the bike path extension. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. I Bellin makes that motion, seconded by D. Cooper and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:59 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their November 14, 2012 Meeting r t t. Pate 3 of 3 �ONNIT,a City of Salem • BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that tree Salem Bike(Path Committee wilffiohra regufaro schedurrd meeting on Wednesday,November 14, 2012 at 7.-OC"at City 9lallAnnex Poom 314, 120 Washington Street / rDanShuman, chairman .�. ABPC\ Meeting Agenda r1i s Call Meeting to Order .O n+ 3 � Roll Call: (Dan Shuman,Chair (Davidifalfowes pan Cooper Jeffrey Befn BradSandfer WflCam Beck �Ernest(DeMaio �DavidBowie • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes and Annual Report ♦ October 10, 2012 Meeting Minutes ♦ Fiscal Year 2012 Annual Report 2. Public Comment g. New Business ♦ Review and prioritize future on- and off-road bike routes 4. Old Business ♦ Update on bike safety brochure + Update on bike sharrow installation issues on Bridge Street (Rte 1A) -M% Moto OF on ". Adjournment ++ p, '4mm d�'#lime i.0.. �V'1 OY 7tZO/Z. > . • Xnow your rights under the Open Weeting Law, Wassachusetts GenerafLaw Chapter 39,Section 230 ,amlCity Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ u .salemxom IIIc 1! I Salem Bike Path Committee • Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, November 14, 2012 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Dan Shuman, David Bowie, Brad Sandler, Dan Cooper, Jeff Bellin, and David Hallowes. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absent: Will Peck and Ernest DeMaio, Public in Attendance: Jerry Judge (Salem Resident and former BPC Member), Josh Wingate (SSU Student), and Patricia O'Day (SSU Student) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:10 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments from the Committee, there being none he asked for a motion to approve. D. Bowie made that motion, seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. Approval of FY12 Annual Report • Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments, questions, or edits for the fiscal year 2012 Bike Path Committee Annual Report. J. Bellin stated that he forwarded Frank an edit on page 3 via email prior to the meeting. F. Taormina acknowledged receipt of email and stated he would make the edit. No other comments were taken, so Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to approve as revised, motion was made by D. Sandler, seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman welcomed those in attendance and asked their names for the record and asked if there were any public comments at this time. Jerry Judge (Salem Resident) stated the use to be a former member of the Bike Path Committee and decided to check in to see what they were up to. He complemented the Committee on all the progress to date. Josh Wingate (SSU Student) and Patricia O'Day (SSU Student) stated that they are both avid bikers and were required to attend a public meeting for one of their classes. They had no public comment, they just came to observe. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other public comments at this time, there being none he moved onto the next agenda item. 3. New Business • Review and prioritize future on-and off-road bike routes Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. Page 1 of 3 F. Taormina brought a large print out of the existing and proposed bike routes map out of • the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan for the Committee to review and prioritize. Discussion ensued. Chairman Shuman identified an extension of the bike route to the Salem High School via Jefferson Avenue to Willson Street, avoiding Highland Avenue. The Committee liked the idea and they highlighted the route on the large map. D. Cooper suggested that there should also be an extension to the Salem Ferry. Chairman Shuman suggested that the outbound route be looped from Blaney Street to Derby Street to Webb Street while he inbound route connect from Congress Street down Derby Street to Blaney Street, The Committee agreed and highlighted the route on the large map. F. Taormina stated that their may be Green Community Grant funds available to the Committee to create or improve alternative transportation corridors (off-road). Aside from the extension of the Salem Bike Path to downtown Salem, he stated that there is very little options for the Committee to create additional off-road bike paths. He suggested that the Committee consider improving the lower end of the Peter Tracy multi-use trail (Collins Cove path) from East Collins Street along Collins Cove to Szetela Lane. He stated that portion of the path that is paved is eroding into Collins Cove and the end of the path turns into a beaten dirt path which eventually spills out on to Szetela Lane, near the Bentley Elementary School. He suggested that the Committee consider improving this street by stabilizing the Collins Cove shoreline and repaving or paving the entire stretch to a full 10-ft wide ADA compliant path. The Committee agreed. F. Taormina stated that he would talk further with Jeff Elie (City Energy and Sustainability • Manager) regarding the amount of funding that could be available to the Committee. The Committee looked at other potential extension of the bike route and discussed a connection to Swampscott via Loring Avenue. Chairman Shuman and F. Taormina suggested that the route be extended from the Salem Bike Path at the Loring Avenue crossing at Salem State University Central Campus, down Loring Avenue to Paradise Road at Vinnin Square. Additionally the Committee looped that route to Willson Street via the lower end of Jefferson Avenue. The Committee agreed and highlighted the route on the map. F. Taormina stated that the Committee continue the item until next meeting, so that the other Committee Members that were not present can have a chance to suggest other future routes. Chairman Shuman agreed and continued the matter until next month. 4. Old Business Update on Bike Safety Brochure Chairman Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina showed the Committee the revised front covers of the bike safety brochures (one in English and one in Spanish). Discussion ensued. J. Bellin liked the title Bike Safely in Salem and wondered why it changed. F. Taormina explained that in order to make the safety brochure mirror that of the Salem Bike Routes Map it had to be changed to Salem Bike Safety. He suggested that that could be incorporated in the text around the cover image. • D. Cooper stated that most people will not may much attention to the front cover, they want to open it up and see what is inside. He agreed with F. Taormina that perhaps the motto Bike Safely in Salem be used in text around the cover image. Page 2 of 3 Chairman Shuman asked the public in attendance if they had an option on the matter. No • one offered a suggestion, they though that either way could work. I Bellin offered the text: "Bike safely: know the rules of the road". The Committee liked it. I Bellin also suggested that perhaps the color of the front cover change so that it looks different than the bike routes map. F. Taormina stated that the purpose of redesigning the front cover of the bike safety brochure was to have it mirror that of the bike routes map. D. Hallowes stated that the Rough Guides that are published for various cities around the world all look the same but have subtle color differences that differentiate themselves in a very tasteful way. He explained the subtleties to the Committee in greater detail. B. Sandler suggested that instead of changing the gradient coloring of the front cover perhaps they just change the block color under SALEM. The Committee liked the idea. F. Taormina stated that he will bring in a couple different front cover samples to the next meeting based on the suggestions previously discussed. The Committee agreed. Update on Bike Sharrow installation issues on Bridge Street(Rte IA) Chairman Shuman opened the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina updated the Committee on the recent bike sharrow pavement markings installed on Bridge Street from Webb Street to the Beverly/Salem Bridge by MassDOT's Contractor. He stated that they were installed incorrectly and need to be removed and reinstalled, however the City must work through MassDOT in order to get the contract to come back to Salem and rectify the matter. He stated that the City paid FST Engineers to design and engineer the bike sharrows for MassDOT and it specified in the plans that the inbound side of Bridge Street the bike sharrows are to be installed 4 feet from the curb, as no parking is permitted along that side of the road (with exception to a couple locations). On the outbound side of Bridge Street where there is on-street parking, the bike sharrows were to be installed 11 feet from the curb, taking into consideration a parked car and door zone. He is not sure when they will be removed and reinstalled correctly but he will continue to update the Committee on the matter. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Cooper makes that motion, seconded by I Bellin and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:23 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their January 9, 2013 Meeting • r Page 3 of 3 soumr� City of Salem siP BIKE PATH COMMITTE ziaoih �cR�' 1 OEC -S A 1 24 CITY CL1LE H ER Notice of 9Keeting LEM, MA 'You are hereby rantedthat the Sa(ern Bike Bath Ciamaittee mif(ho(da re it lady sch duCedrneeting ora Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 7:00pm at City Jfa((Anne., gotta 4, 120' kashi agtort Street i ytitG an Shun T Chaintaan AB � 914ee ing Agen Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: -Dai Shuman, Chair (owes Dan ooper JeffreyBe((in Brads `Wi('amreck rErnestDe5tfaio David o(rre • 1. Approval of Meeting u s ♦ November 14, 2012 \Icctit t Litcs 2. Public Comment g. New/Old Bu ines + Salem Mass-in \lotion -)gram Coalition—_john Pelletier, Program Coordinator ♦ Review bike safe - broc Lire ♦ I cew, discuss, arc rioritize future on- and off-road bike oroutes Adjo rnment nee 11,�q &"/'AGM, Mabe. 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N �ONnfr\ City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2011 CommitteeWem6ers DAN SHUMAN,CHAIRMAN I/MET 72 Washington Street, Suite#1 18 nit2 �g�Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Saleetts01970 L978.741.2222 (work) 978. 11) 978.979.3865 (cell) Inmcom dan aAsalemeyele.com term expires 101112071-111. term expires 9/1/2011 WILLIAM PECK ]EFF BELLIN - 27 Broad Street 396 Essex Street Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 978.744.6343 (home) 978-302-1102 (cell) wills 52(awahoo.com a mbellin(a,comeast.net term expires 9/1/201Y term expires 7/1/201`/ DV ID DELLE ER R� 12 Cr bie reetOS\\V Staff Salem, s achusetts 01970 978.473• (cell) tomo eusa mail.com FRANK TAORMINA ternfXpires 10/1 01Y City of Salem, DPCD 120 Washington Street, 3`d Floor 978.619.5685 (work) ERNEST DEMAIO ftaormina(a,salem.com 289 Essex Street, Suite 507 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 617.816.3555 (cell) ernestvdemaio i0arthlink.net 0�7 term expires 7111201Y S�l� 0 (�s ot^ DAVID HALLOWES Iva •yp �,y��l' 15 River Street 7N Salem, Massachusetts 01970 617.966.7890(cell) dmhallowesa()gmail.com Msn (�rh • term expires 71112011 � �oo COO 1 33 70 / Cao 120 Washington St. •: Salem, Massachusetts 01970 v Phone 978-619-5685 d• Fax 978-740-0404•: www.salem.com City of Salem BIKE PATH COM NW §Qq II: 36 20119KeetingScFtedule CITY CLF.=:,r dr`'_Ei°1, ic,:s 'You are herehy notified that the Safem Bi(g(Path Committee u iQhofd its regularly scheduled meetings on the second'Wednesday of each month at 7.•00 Pm, in City 9faQAnwG (&om 313, 120 Washing 26Sh:man, FT Chairman /Wednesday, February 9, 2011 Wednesday, March 9, 2011 . -/iAZednpcdav A ril � ��+ CgNCtpt6 - - • - •�'+ yr 8y 11, V/'Wednesdav une 8 aww reCc"AwL Sant„ IS I to 11 es ay+ Y 13r 1 ee g m ugust eFa4, 2011 V. r.. nes BL[ppCF 1't2(331 Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Ttft nofte pts oft "Olahl l BUNG" �Oafd" City Han Salem, Mass. on bete "bti r-9 u/o at //: 3 to A-N 10 wH Ow 39 '�w asA A =9 of SSI. 120 WasYungton St. 0 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 0 Phone 978-619-5685 4.Fox 978-740-0404 4, www.salem.con ■ � rr V fix,r' z View of bike sparrows on Leach Street+looking east toward Salem Htubor `a A • Salem Bike Path Committee FY2011 ANNUAL REPORT In June 2006, the City of Salem established the Salem Bike Path Committee, which is a Committee dedicated to making Salem a bike-friendly community. The main goal of this Committee is to make Salem a more-desirable urban environment by establishing safe and well planned on- and/or off-road bike routes for walking and cycling. Objectives of the Committee are to assist in the expansion of the existing on- and off-road bike routes throughout Salem and to our surrounding communities, encourage the Safe Routes to Schools Program, advocate for alternative forms of transportation to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality, advocate for bike safety, and encourage cycling both as a form of alternative transportation and as a form of exercise and better health. The Salem Bike Path begins on Lafayette Street directly opposite the entrance to the Town of Marblehead Recreational Trail. In fact, when the City obtained funds from Mass Highway to design, engineer, and construct the bikeway, it had been referred to as the Marblehead Branch Bike Path until 2006 when the City officially renamed it the Salem Bike Path. The existing Salem Bike Path (Phase I) is constructed on an abandoned Railroad Right-of-Way (formerly Boston & Maine Railroad ROW). The path begins at the Lafayette Street entrance near the City of Salem and Town of Marblehead line, and continues north approximately 2,500 linear feet alongside the Salem State University Central Campus toward Loring Avenue. Opposite Loring • Avenue the bike path continues north approximately 450 linear feet to Canal Street. In its entirety, the existing Salem Bike Path (Phase 1) is roughly 3,000 linear feet in length or approximately V2 mile long. The City and the Bike Path Committee are committed to extending the Salem Bike Path to downtown Salem (1.5 mile off-road extension referred to as Phase II) and establishing future off-road extensions throughout Salem and our neighboring communities. The Salem Bike Path Committee meets regularly on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:OOpm in Salem City Hall Annex, Meeting Room 314, 120 Washington Street. The Committee did not meet during the months of August 2010, September 2010, January 2011, and April 2011. During the 2011 fiscal year period, the Salem Bike Path Committee Membership included Dan Shuman (Chairman), Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, William Peck, Christine Micheline, David Hallowes, Ernest DeMaio, and Jamie Metsch. Some of the Salem Bike Path Committee's key initiatives completed during the 2011 fiscal year were as follows: • Extension of the Salem Bike Path (Phase II) — During this fiscal year, the City has worked closely with the MBTA, area property owners, and AECOM (City's on-call engineering firm) to design and engineer the bike path extension through a portion of the MBTA's active and unused railroad right-of-way. AECOM has recently completed the 25% Design Plans. The extension of the Salem Bike Path is the highest priority identified in the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan. Once the 1.5 mile extension is completed it will connect downtown Salem to downtown Marblehead via an entirely off-road trial. Salem Bike Path Committee FY2011 Annual Report Page 1 of 3 • On-Road Bike Lane — Another major goal/recommendation in the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan is the creation of an on-road bike lane that connects various fragmented off-road bike routes throughout Salem. The on-road bike route is structured to avoid major roadways and allow cyclists to go from one end of Salem to the other (north- south corridor) via a combination of on- and off-road routes utilizing well-marked secondary and tertiary roads linking together schools, playgrounds, parks, beaches, and other recreational areas in Salem, with the ultimate goal of it becoming a certified Safe Route to School. In total, the on-road bike route is 4.85 miles in length: 73% of the route consists of sharrowed pavement markings (bikes have to share the road with cars), 19% consists of a striped bike lane (bikes have a dedicated travel lane), and approximately 8% involves off- road bike paths. The City of Salem bid the project in late spring 2011 and awarded it to Markings, Inc. By the end of fiscal year 2011 Marking, Inc substantially completed the bike route (combination of pavement markings and sign installation), however a final inspection and punch list items will be completed in fiscal.year 2012. • Additional Bike Parking Equipment - The City of Salem once again subscribed to the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) Bike Parking Program. The program provides municipalities in the MAPC Region with the opportunity to purchase eligible bike parking equipment from approved vendors and receive full reimbursement for the purchase price. The City however is responsible for shipping and installation costs. In 2008 the City • purchased 55 bike racks through the program and installed them throughout downtown Salem. MAPC has informed the City that this is likely the last year of the program, so the Salem Bike Path Committee identified numerous citywide locations to accommodate additional bike parking. Specifically, there are 27 additional bike racks proposed to be installed throughout downtown Salem and 96 (24 sets of 4) bike racks to be installed at various City parks, playgrounds, beaches, and other city-wide locations. The City placed the order for all the additional bike racks prior to the end of fiscal year 2011, but the racks will be fabricated, delivered, and installed during fiscal year 2012. PEDALING FORWARD>>> Some of the major initiatives the Salem Bike Path Committee is currently working on and/or looking to complete in fiscal year 2012 are as follows: • Extension of the Salem Bike Path >>> The City will continue to work on the issues necessary to execute a long-term lease agreement with the MBTA to utilize a portion of their right-of-way property to extend the bike path to downtown Salem. Concurrently, AECOM will continue to design, engineer, and permit the bike path extension in conjunction with the Canal Street Improvement Project. • Bike Safety Pamphlet >>> The Bike Path Committee has been working on the contents of a pamphlet that it can utilize to advocate for bicyclesafetyin Salem. The Committee is looking . ' to finalize the contents and layout of the bike safety pamphlet sometime during fiscal year 2012 and have it endorsed by the Salem Police Department, before disseminating the information to the general public. Once completed, the Committee would also like to have a version of the safety pamphlet translated into Spanish. Salem Bike Path Committee FY2011 Annual Report Page 2 of 3 • User Friendly Bike Routes Map>>> With several on- and off-road bike routes being created throughout Salem, the Bike Path Committee wants to plot them on a user friendly map that can be viewed and printed from the City Website or available to the,general public at local bike shops or at the City of Salem Park and Recreation Department. The Committee hopes to finalize the map next fiscal year and make it available to the general public in early summer 2012. Respectfully submitted, Frank Taormina Planner/Harbor Coordinator • • Salem Bike Path Committee FY2011 Annual Report Page 3 of 3 ` a City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2011 JAIN -b A 10: 00 Notice of Meeting C11 Y You are here,y notified that the Salem Bifr(Path Committee wiffhofda chedufed meeting on `Wednesday,January 12,2011 at 7:00pm at aty 9faifAnnex,Rgom 313, 12WashingtonSt�r�e�et C firman Meeting A\\nda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair lletierChristine 5ificheliini Ve (Peck Jamie Metsch ,7effny Behin eM ` Davuf7falCowes 1. Approval of Meeting m es ® December 15, 201 tin utes 2. Public Co ent 3. MBTA Salm Commuter Rail Station Garage and Station Improvements — Review A's Responses to 30%Design Comments &Review Final Scope Report 4, Old/New Business ® Essex Street Pedestrian Mall Pubic Meeting—Post Meeting Overview ® Update on Preparation of Bike Safety Material Adjournment This notke posted on "Of¢9ei2! Bulletin Board" City Hall Salem, Mass. on— a•� (�,1oti at /D:eD A-/L1 CW tie. 21A & US of M-G- . 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ unuw.safem.cont I d� City of Salem BIKE PATH-,COMMITTEE '2011JEB '-3 A 9 25 FILL_# CITY CL EP,K, ;,.i Eft.;1A SSS. Notice of Meeting lou are hereby nufifteathat the saam Bib�Patfi Commiitee Wiifhoh(a rescheBufedmeeting on Wednesday, Pebntaiy 9,2011 at 7:001=at City.9faQ,9ntiet PPom 313, 120`Washington Street Dan Shuman, Chairman Weeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman,Chair Oav d'1'elfeticr Christine Michefmi `W WM Peck Jamie Wetsch • JSffiqBelCin Ernest(DdWaio Davi6Maffowes 1- Approval of Meeting Minutes December 15,2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. MBTA Salem Commuter Rail Station Garage and Station Improvements— Review MBTA's Responses to 30%Design Comments&Review Final Scope Report 4. Old/New Business ® Essex Street Pedestrian Mall Pubic Meeting—Post Meeting Overview ® Update on Preparation of Bike Safety Material Adjournment This rhe posted on "01Wal Bulletin Board• City Mall , Balem, Masa. on Fa.j, zoli �'`� of lCh* 30 28 �A a of tit.®. . Ili f.LL 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ u .satem.com k • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, February 9, 2011 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, February 9, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present: Jeff Bellin, Christine Michelini, Jamie Metsch, William Peck. Dan Shuman, Ernest DeMaio, and David Pelletier. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent; David Hallowes Public in Attendance: None In the absence of Chairman Shuman, Jeff Bellin assumed the Chair position and called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes The meeting minutes were tabled as there was not a quorum of members from the December 15, 2010 meeting present to vote and approve the minutes. Later in the meeting, after Chairman Shuman arrived, quorum was reached and the minutes were reviewed. J. Bellin made a motion to approve the December 15, 2010 Meeting Minutes, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment None 3. MBTA Salem Commuter Rail Station Garage and Station Improvements— F. Taormina reviewed the MBTA's responses to all the public comments received by the MBTA, including the Bike Path Committee's comments, for the 30% design plans for the Salem Commuter Rail Station Improvements and Parking Garage. F. Taormina read aloud the responses from the MBTA with respect to the comments made by the Committee. Discussion ensued. Committee agreed that a second letter should be sent to the MBTA in response to their responses, to try and emphasis the importance of their original comments. J. Bellin made a motion to have F. Taormina draft a letter to the MBTA regarding the installation of an at-grade crossing at the rail station, striping of bike lanes from Bridge Street through the MBTA parking lot to the planned parking garage facility, and suggest the total number of bike parking spaces (100-150) that should be accommodated for in the enclosed bike parking area shown in the MBTA's 30% design plans. Seconded by C. Michelini, approved unanimously by he Committee. F. Taormina stated that the MBTA has not scheduled the next public hearing yet, but he will notify the Committee when that has been confirmed. He also stated that he would draft the letter and have it available for the Committee to review and approve at the next meeting. 4. Old/New Business • Essex Street Pedestrian Mal/Pubic Meeting—Post Meeting Overview C. Michelini made a comment that the committee should issue comments to the consultants working with the City on the redesign of the pedestrian mall. Specifically the inclusion of a bike lane through the pedestrian mall. • ]. Metsch clarified that all the committee really should suggest is that biking be permitted on the redesigned pedestrian mall, as it is currently no permitted by city ordinance. I Bellin added that the City's consultants were not aware that biking is currently not permitted on the pedestrian mall, and that point needs to be explained to the consultants as well. D. Pelletier expressed his opinion on the current state of the pedestrian mall and suggestions as to whether it should or shouldn't be opened to traffic and permit parking. Chairman Shuman appreciated D. Pelletier's spirited opinions, but asked that the rest of the comments from the Committee regarding the matter pertain to bike advocacy. F. Taormina stated that regardless as to what the outcome of the redesign is (keep pedestrian only, shared pedestrian and vehicular, or open mall to vehicular traffic) truck delivery and some minor vehicular traffic will have to be permitted and bike passage should be permitted and planned for as well. C. Michelin! motion that F. Taormina submit something in writing to the City's Consultants on behalf of the Committee to permit and plan for bike access through the pedestrian mall, and to bring to their attention the current city ordinance against biking. Seconded by I Metsch and approved unanimously. F. Taormina stated that there are two more meetings regarding the redesign of the pedestrian mall, both on the second Tuesdays of the next two month, which is each a day • before the next two Committee Meetings. Update on Preparation of Bike Safety Materia/ Chairman Shuman tabled the item to the next meeting as committee member D. Hallowes was not in attendance. I Metsch asked the Committee if it was ok for F. Taormina to ask D. Hallowes if he could forward the bike safety material to him, so that someone else on the Committee could finalize the material. The Committtee agreed and F. Taormina agreed to speak to D. Hallowes. MAPC Bike Parking Program Grant F. Taormina updated the Committee on the status of the project. He stated that he needs to obtain permits from the following City Boards and Commissions prior to purchase and installation: Historical Commission, School Committee, Park and Recreation Commission, and Salem Redevelopment Authority. F. Taormina showed the Committee some four different GIS Maps plotting all the proposed bike racks within each City Board or Committee's jurisdiction. He stated that he is working with an intern from Salem State University to assist him in photographing all the installation locations and plotting them on GIS Maps. Once he has all the application material in place he will file with each of the City Boards and Committees. F. Taormina showed the Committee MAPC's Bike Parking Program Annual Report. He stated • that this is likely the last year of the program and that all participating Cities/Towns must permit, purchase, install, and request reimbursement prior to May 2012. Any money unused will be returned to the funding agency working with MAPC. � y i 1• D. Pelletier understands that the historic bike racks are not part of the program this year but asked if the City could purchase two historic bike racks for in front of City Hall. F. Taormina said that that was a good point and that he would look into it. Priority Route Bike Path D. Pelletier asked where the City was at in terms of implementing the planned on-road bike route. F. Taormina reported that the construction and bid documents are completed and the project will be available for bid on February 22nd and due on March 23rd. Construction will likely start in mid April and be completed sometime in May. Chairman Shuman asked if there are any further questions or comments. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. 1. Bellin makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 2-9-2011 • • 3 W� City of Salem ani Jr BIKE PATH COMMITTEE �\\�ga1999�11flflNttB�{ _ 2011 MAR -3 P 2= 2-0 I:IL # Notice of 91feeting CITY CI-CEM, 5,`L 'ri: t'i :;i> Tau are hereby notif d that the Sakm B4 rPath Committee wiQ'hofd'a reschedufed meeting on Wednesday,94arch 9,2011 at 7.•OOpm at City 7falCAnne164?9=314, 120 Washington Street Chairman 91deeting,Agenda Cag Meeting to.Order Roll Call. 0anShuman,Chair 0avtdit fetier Christine 914wheii"i Wirtan 4tck 7amie tleuch • Jeffrey Been Ernest(DeWaio 0avld7latfowes t. Approval of Meeting Minutes 0 February 9,2011 Meeting Minutes a. Public Comment 3. Old/Nerw Business Essex Street Pedestrian Mall Pubic Meeting—Post Meeting Overview Bike Safety Pamphlet—Review Draft Pamphlet MBTA Salem Commuter Rail Station Garage—Review Draft Response Letter Adjournment This �1 "Mea P4 ,P4 ^�',�c1�1 SuPati t Beard" City Hee F.• , '. :P,�Ar.G. •i;i .rvi4. 3 a��( it 02:10 PM t,��.�y,y {` ^i �iavid°tea ;r"1i iib . 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦Ph 978-619-5685 ♦Fa 978-740-0404 ♦ u .salem.com s Salem Bike Path Committee • Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, March 9, 2011 A regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, March 9, 201# at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 314 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_PresenL Dan Shuman, Jamie Metsch, William Peck, David Hallowes, and Ernest DeMain. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absento Jeff Bellin, Christine Michelini, and David Pelletier. Public in Attendance; Bradley Backer(Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if the Committee had any comments or questions regarding February 9, 2011 Meeting Minutes. There being none, he asked for a motion to approve. J. Metsch made a motion to approve the February 9, 2011 Meeting Minutes, seconded by E. DiMaio and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment • Chairman Shuman welcomed Bradley Backer and asked him to introduce himself. Bradley stated that he is a Salem Resident and avid biker. He stated that he use to live in Dorchester, MA and he and his wife enjoyed and often times depended on the bike path there for various reasons. He stated that he has only lived in Salem for a short time and is present tonight to hear what kinds of bicycle trail are being planned or that currently exist in the City. , g. Old/New Business Essex Street Pedestrian Mali Pubic Meeting—Post Meeting Overview F. Taormina stated that he did not attend the third redesign meeting and asked if any of the members did. None of the members in attendance attended the meeting either. F. Taormina stated that he believes that Committee Members J. Bellin and D. Pelletier attended but are not in attendance tonight. F. Taormina explained to the Committee that he read the newspaper article, was debriefed by Colleagues that attended the meeting, and he also viewed the power point presentation from that night's meeting. From what he gathered, he updated the committee on what transpired. He stated that the renderings shown and discussed at the meeting, none of them specifically showed a bike lane, however each rendering showed a dedicated vehicular travel lane which could be used for bicycles or perhaps incorporate a dedicated bike lane also. J. Metsch understands that there is only one meeting left and that the City does not have the funding to construct whatever redesign option is determined. He asked if there is any way ` that the Committee could petition to have the pedestrian mall open to bicycles now. He added that perhaps after the last meeting, if the consultants can make a recommendation • that bikes be permitted to traverse the pedestrian mall now or in whatever redesign option that is determined, it might help persuade the City Council to reconsider. • F. Taormina suggested that after the last meeting he will discuss with the Director and the City's Consultants and see if that can be done. J. Metsch reiterated that he would prefer not to have to wait 5-10 years until the pedestrian mall is redesigned before bikes are permitted to ride on the mall. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other bike related questions or comments relative to the redesign of the pedestrian mall, there being none he closed the item. Review Draft Bike Safety Materia/ D. Hallowes updated the Committee on the changes that were made to the draft. He asked if the Committee had any edits or comments on the draft. W. Peck asked if additional info could be added such as'Under Massachusetts State Law children under 16 must wear helmets, and that word"imperative" be changed to"important". He also shared with the Committee some bike safety language from the City of Cambridge. E. DiMaio stated that the bike safety pamphlet should have fewer references to State law and more pictures with brief explanations to rules/laws. He prefaced that the pamphlet should be prepared with the audience in mind. The pamphlet is for children and parents, we don't want it to sound and look like a legal document for the City. If it is prepared in that fashion our audience may not understand it or use it. Instead we want to capture our audience and tell them our message as fast and easy as possible. He suggested that perhaps the pamphlet could reference that more information please refer to the City's website, and then post all the state biking laws there. • Discussion regarding the matter ensued amongst the Committee Members. F. Taormina asked Salem Resident B. Backer his opinion on the matter. B. Backer stated that he agrees with E. DiMaio that the pamphlet should be fun and easy to read, yet still have pertinent information. J. Metsch stated that there are two different discussions being had content and layout. He likes the layout but the content needs to be refined. E. DiMaio stated that as a parent with school aged children, he would like to see the images twice as large and the text refined and twice as small. W. Peck stated that he though that the audience was also for parents who should understand the biking laws and rules of the road, so that they can teach their children the risk. Chairman Shuman stated that he believes that both need to be included in the pamphlet but aggress that it should be more user friendly. E. DiMaio stated that regarding the layout, he suggested that the cover image speak to Salem, instead of a generic bike logo or picture. F. Taormina agreed and gave some examples that could work. The Committee Members discussed various photos that could work and agreed to take some photos that speak to Salem and discuss at the next meeting. • F. Taormina asked if the Committee wanted to keep the text at the end of the pamphlet which reads"in conjunction with the Salem Public School and Salem Police Dept", if so them 0 • after the Committee is finished with its review, he would have to forward it to the School Department and Police Department for their review and approval. W. Peck thinks that the safety pamphlet will hold more weight it we can get both of them on board, and perhaps get some funding as well from them for costs associated with making and distributing the bike safety pamphlets. Discussion regarding whether or not one or both of the City Departments should be included in the review and approval of the pamphlet ensued. J. Metsch made a motion to exclude the Public School Department and include the Salem Police Department (Traffic Division) in the review and approve of the pamphlet. Seconded by E. DiMaio and voted 3-2 in favor and the motion passed. F. Taormina stated that he has a good rapport with Lt. Preczewski and Capt. Jodin of the Salem Police Department Traffic Division. As soon as the pamphlet is approved by the Committee he will work with Lt. Preczewski and Capt. Jodin to get the blessing from the Salem Police Dept. W. Peck asked if the City Legal Department should review and approve it also, before it is disseminated. F. Taormina stated that that was a great idea and regardless of whether it is warranted or not, that the Committee should have it review and approved by the City Solicitor Beth Rennard as well. W. Peck made a motion to have City Solicitor Beth Rennard review and approve the bike • safety pamphlet before it is disseminated, seconded by D. Hallowed and approved unanimously. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further questions regarding the draft bike safety pamphlet. There being none, he closed the item. Review Draft META Response Letter F. Taormina gave a brief overview as the initial comments that they submitted to the MBTA regarding the 30% design plans for the Salem Commuter Rail Station Garage and Improvements. He explained that at the last meeting he showed the Committee the MBTA's response to all the public comments received, and that the Committee wanted an opportunity to respond to those comments. F. Taormina asked the Committee if they had any questions, comments, and edits on the draft response letter he prepared on behalf of the Committee. E. DiMaio stated that there are some bike racks at the Commuter Rail Station and some additional ones were also recently installed. He suggested that the letter be revised to note that. F. Taormina stated that he was unaware of that and asked E. DiMaio to forward that information to him so that he could make the necessary edits prior to mailing. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further question, comments, or edits. There being none, he asked for a motion to have E. DiMaio's edits made and the letter sent to the • MBTA as revised, seconded by D. Hallowes and approved unanimously. 3 Other O/d/New Business J. Metsch asked about the status of the Bike Share Program and how the committee could help. F. Taormina stated that that is still in the development stage and should be launching this summer. Chairman Shuman also stated that the City of Boston is about to launch their Bike Share Program too. F. Taormina added that Boston's bike Share Program includes 600 bikes and 60 bike stations, and Salem's will obviously be a much smaller scale. F. Taormina stated that there is nothing that the Committee can really do at this point, he stated that Paul Marquis the City's Energy and Sustainability Manager is working hard to iron out all the details to try and get the program off the ground this summer. I Metsch also asked that perhaps at the next meeting we could discuss the idea of reaching out to our neighboring communities regarding their bike planning efforts to try and link our bike planning initiatives regionally. F. Taormina stated that he is not sure whether other neighboring communities have a committee such as this or if they have a dedicated municipal person who deals with bike planning. He will look into it and agreed that this topic could be discussed further at future meetings. Priority Route Bike Path • F. Taormina reported that the project is currently out to bid and bids are due on March 23`d He briefly explained the three striping options epoxy, thermoplastic, and reflective paint. Discussion regarding the options and costs ensued. F. Taormina stated that he will report back to the Committee at the next meeting as to the prices that were received and which striping option we selected, based on price. He ended by saying that the only issue that needs to be work out before the work can be done is street sweeping. He will look into the City's street sweeping schedule and make sure that the bike route is swept first before it is striped. Chairman Shuman asked if there are any further questions or comments tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Hallowes makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their May 11, 2011 Meeting _q_ i ��Ltt�urr�eo� �z � City of Salem "gs BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Meeting Cancellation Notice You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street, has been cancelled. Dan Shuman, Chairman • • i20 SasfmnOtmi S.reel + Salem, ?rassothusetrs 01970 + Ph 978 619-5685 + Rry 978-740-0404 + wu-u sclern.ewn , City -of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2011 tu.Y _5 P 2t 0 l Notice of.`Meeting C11 Y CLERH, FILE 1t<iSS lou are fere6y notifredtfiat thieSafem Bikf iPath Committee wiff6ofda rachedufedmeetutg on x Wednesday,Way 11,2011 at 7.•OOPm at City WaITAnnex. ljpom 314, 120WWasfn'"Street A-vi JLIZ 0ah S6timati Chairman 9feeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Calla (Dae Shuman,Chair David(Pefletier C6rtttineWic6e&ni `Wi(liamiPeck JamieWetsc6 Jeffrey Bel in Ernest DeWaio OavidWa&"es 1. Approval of Meeting.Minutes ',.March 9,2011 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3• Old/New Business (D Bike Safety Pamphlet—Review Draft Pamphlet ® MAPC Bike Parking Program Update ®i Priority Bike Route Update Adjournment MOO P008d 001 'MaW X11 M)Ordft at Hall Wh S®1®m, Mass. on H, ��-207 ash of a $ $lrR Know your rights under the open Meeting Lau,M.G.L A39 s 23 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦Ph 978-619-5685 O Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ u .satem.com A a, • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, May 11, 2011 A regular) scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, May 11, Y 9 Y Y 2011 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members,Present; Dan Shuman, William Peck, Ernest DeMaio, Christine Michelini, and Jamie Metsch. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, and David Hallowes, Public in Attendance: None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman pointed out one spelling error on page 3. He asked for a motion to approve the minutes as amended. J. Metsch made a motion to approve the March 9, 2011 Meeting Minutes, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None • 3. Old/New Business Review Draft Bike Safety Materia/ In the absence of Committee Member David Hallowes, Chairman Shuman offered to contact him to get the draft safety pamphlet in a its original format so that he can distribute it to the other members via e-mail for their review and edit. The Committee agreed to come back to the next meeting to discuss their edits. MAPC Bike Parking Program Update F. Taormina updated the Committee on the next round of bike racks to be purchased and installed throughout Salem. He informed the Committee that an intern working with the City Planning Department has taken a photo log of all the bike rack installation location at all City Public Schools and most City Parks. He explained that the MAPC Bike Parking Program Guidelines requires municipalities to place orders by July 31, 2011, bike racks must be installed by March 31, 2011, and the deadline for reimbursement is May 15, 2012. Priority Route Bike Path F. Taormina reported that bids came in $20,000 under budget for the epoxy pavement marking option, which was the Committee's first choice, as it has a longer life span than traditional reflective pavement paint or the thermoplastic option. He also informed the Committee that a contract was awarded to Markings, Inc. from Pembroke, Mass in mid April and construction is underway. He expects construction to be completed by the end of May beginning of June 2011. He stated that he is currently working on a press release and will touch base with the Mayor's Office regarding a ribbon cutting event. Once that is confirmed he will notify the Committee. • E. DeMaio asked if the selected contractor is reputable. • F. Taormina replied by stating that our Consulting Engineer's (FST) and the City Purchasing Department checked the contractors references, licenses, credentials, etc, prior to award. He also stated that this contractor once had a contract with the City to stripe all City street centerlines and crosswalks, but he apparently was outbid for the 2011 season. Other O/d/New Business W. Peck asked if the Committee would be interested in creating a Bike Safety Awareness Week Event in conjunction with the Salem Police Department. Discussion ensued. J. Metsch stated that the timing is off and perhaps the Committee should wait until the safety pamphlet is completed before we pursue the event. F. Taormina added that the one the safety pamphlet is completed he was going to have the Salem Police Department review and endorse it, so he agrees with J. Metsch that we should wait till that is completed first. C. Michelini as said that it would be a good idea to wait until the bike lane is completed also. The Committee agreed to wait until the bike lane is striped and the safety pamphlet is completed before coordinating such an event with the police. E. DeMaio asked if the Committee would be interested in creating a user friendly map that could be used by residents and visitors. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed that that would be very useful. F. Taormina stated that he will work with the City GIS Administrator and prepare a draft map for the Committee to review at the next meeting. J. Metsch mentioned that since several projects are nearing the end, the Committee should consider new goals for 2011. The Committee discussed several different ideas, but agreed to think about ideas and discuss then at the next scheduled meeting in June. • Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. C. Michelini makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their June 15, 2011 Rescheduled Meeting • I -2- iNA City of Salem • BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Rescheduled Meeting Notice You are hereby notified that the regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee for Wednesday, June 8, 2011 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street. ]] r/ S Dan um �T Chairman • CiThis notice costed on "Official 8�t 0"M Board" ty l ;�al Pm ` €.9 SNF 6 02or) 23A & 238 of U.',Lot.4 sr trill, t;h3P, 30 Ste, 120 Washington Street 1 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.solernxom t„COY wd ; City of Salem • BIKE PATH COMMITTE Cor' Notice of Meeting lou are herehy notiftedthat the Salem Bigg(Path Committee wiffhoffa reschedu fed meeting on Wednesday,June 15, 2011 at 7'00pm at City7fadAnnez Poom 314, 120 Washington Street Dan Shuman, Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order 0 Roll Call: £;: J Dan Shuman,chair (DavidtPeffetier ChnstineWichekniWillmmrneck Jamie3fetsch yefnyBefn ErnestlDeMaio Darid7falCowes • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes tv. z ® May 11,2011 Meeting Minutes F, 2. Public Comment 3• Old/New Business ® Bike Safety Pamphlet—Review Draft Pamphlet ® Salem Bike Path Maintenance Update � ® Priority Bike Route Update ® Creation of User Friendly Bike Route Map ® Discussion of New Goals for 2011 < Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,M.G.L ch.39 s.23B and City Ordinance Sections • 2-2028 through 2-2033 720 Washington Street f Salem, Massachusetts 01970.f Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ un .salem.com �f\\ y • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, June 15, 2011 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present Dan Shuman, William Peck, Ernest DeMain, Christine Michelini, David Pelletier, David Hallowes and Jeff Bellin. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent: Jamie Metsch Public in Attendance: None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes The minutes were tabled until after the review of the draft bike safety material. z. Public Comment None 3. Old/New Business • Review Draft Bike Safety Pamphlet D. Hallowes made edits to the draft bike safety pamphlet and forwarded it to all the Committee members for their review prior to the meeting. J. Bellin stated that more info about visibility on biking is necessary. He will give some thought to suggested language and let the Committee know as soon as he drafts something. W. Peck shared a bike accident story with the Committee and emphasized that he bike safety pamphlet should have more reference to state laws and rules of the road. D. Hallowes disagreed and stated that the audience does not want to read about state laws relative to biking, but rather bullets of important bike safety information given in a user friendly manner. Discussion regarding the matter ensured. J. Bellin suggested some language for the Visibility on the Bicycle section "weaving in and out of traffic or riding in a parking lane makes you less visible to traffic". Committee discussed and agreed to add language. F. Taormina suggested that D. Hallowes add all the Committee's suggested text and edits to the pamphlet and at the next meeting we can simplify the pamphlet and discuss formatting. D. Pelletier stated that the 5 rules of riding at the top of the pamphlet should be an outline. The only rule that is not discussed in the pamphlet are the rules of the road. Committee agreed that the pamphlet should follow that outline. • W. Peck offered edits and additional text for the Bicycles Must Obey all Traffic Laws section of the pamphlet. He also had other edits and suggested text that he gave to D. Hallowes to include in the pamphlet. I . Chairman Shuman stated that there was one error in the pamphlet. Riding on the right side of the road is not always applicable. Instead he suggested that it be replace with "always ride with traffic". D. Pelletier made a motion that any other edits and text additions be given to Committee Member Dave Hallowes. Seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. 4. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman asked if there were any comments or questions regarding the May 11, 2011 Meeting Minutes. There being none, he asked for a motion to approve. D. Pelletier made a motion to approve the May 11, 2011 Meeting Minutes, seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. 5. Old/New Business Salem Bike Path Maintenance Update F. Taormina shared photos with the Committee on the recent maintenance items completed on the Salem Bike Path. He informed them that the center line on the bike path was restriped along with the crosswalk at Loring Avenue. He also stated that the three year maintenance contract with our landscaping company expires at the end of the season (November 2011). He will be rebidding the maintenance of the bike path for another three years later this winter. D. Pelletier asked if the City could have the entire bike route system maintained instead of • just the 1/2 mile long Salem Bike Path. F. Taormina explained that the maintenance funds can only be used to maintain the Salem Bike Path, pursuant to the annual in-lieu of taxes agreement with the Town of Marblehead Light Commission. Discussion regarding the use of those funds ensued. D. Pelletier and J. Bellin clarified that if the bike routes system continues to grow, then the Committee needs a budget to maintain them or else they will fall into disrepair. Discussion regarding that matter ensured and F. Taormina agreed that he would discuss the matter with the Director and see what he can do. Priority Route Bike Path F. Taormina reported that despite the bad run of weather, the City's Contractor is nearly complete with the bike lane striping. He shared photos with the Committee of the progress to date. The only items left to be completed are the striping of the northern portion of the bike lane and the installation of all the bike route signs. He anticipates that the project will be completed by the end of June 2011. D. Pelletier asked if more bike sharrow markings could be installed in a couple locations where it seems complicated to follow the route. F. Taormina stated that the signs will be installed at all the decision points along the route, which the Committee agreed to when they reviewed and approved the bid plans and specs. He asked the Committee if we could wait until the project is completed before we determine whether changes need to be made. The Committee agreed. • He stated that he is currently working on a press release and will touch base with the Mayor's Office regarding a ribbon cutting event. Once that is confirmed he will notify the Committee. -2- Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map F. Taormina showed the Committee draft bike routes map that the City GIS Administrator prepare. D. Pelletier stated that it needs to be simplified. Christine Michelini and Chairman Shuman agreed. E. DeMaio stated that it should look like an MBTA Commuter Rail Map with the route shown on a simple outline of the city with some landmarks or streets. He would love to see a graphic artist prepare a map for the Committee if the City could afford it or if the Committee had a budget. F. Taormina stated that the City's GIS Administrator, 011e Duijvesteijn is very talented and if he had some examples he certainly produce the kid of map that the Committee is looking for. Chairman Shuman stated that he has some good examples of bike maps that he can give Frank to give to 011e. Committee agreed to have the map revised so that they can review at the next meeting in July. Other Old/New Business D. Hallowes stated that once the map is produced we could add it to the new Facebook Page that he created for the Salem Bike Path Committee. He also asked if Frank could forward • him the photos of the bike path and bike lane so that he could post them on the Facebook Page also. He also mentioned that there is a Bike Parade scheduled for July 2nd at the Salem Common. He will forward the details to the Committee via email. D. Pelletier asked if the colors of the various bike routes could be changed. Instead of the on-road bike lane being green and the off-road bike path being red, they should be switched. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked is Frank was also to determine what was involved with naming the Bike Lane after Judge and former Mayor Zoll. Frank stated that he didn't but he believes that the City Council may have to be involved in that decision. He will look into it and report back to the Committee. D. Pelletier suggested calling it the Zoll-Way or Zoll-Bikeway. D. Pelletier asked if the Committee could come up with a logo. Discussion ensured. E. DeMaio likes the idea so that everything that the Committee put out is consistent and well branded. Discussion of New Goals for 2011 E. DeMaio stated that because there isn't much time left in tonight's meeting, we suggested tabling the discussion of new goals for 2011 till the July Meeting. The Committee agreed. • -3- • Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. I Bellin makes that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their July 13, 2011 Meeting • • ��0'NOPf City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2011 J'JL -l P 5: 01 Notice of Weeting CITY CLU,-'i1 lou are here 6y notirwd that the Salem BilF(Path Committee willhold a regufarffy scheduled meeting on Wednesday,jufy 13, 2011 at 7:00pirt at City 7laQ'Annez Room 314, 120 Washington Street Pan hof,. Chairman Meeting Agenda 4 Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shuman, Chair (David(Pedetier Christine 94iche&ni Wifitam(Peck Jamie 9Netsch 7effny Begin (Ernest(DeWaio (Davidilailowes • r. Approval of Meeting Minutes ®June 15,2011 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. Old/New Business ® Bike Safety Pamphlet ® Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map ® Bike Lane Construction Update ® Bicycle Friendly Community Designation Application ® Discussion of New Goals for 2011 This notice posted on "Off Cc al Eau"e-,n City Hall Salem, Mass. on%.) N Adjournment ,at 6:'D/ PM 1 '�► 1V1h �V 3' 0 s„ 23A A 238 of M.�.l Know your rights under the Open Meeting law,Massachusetts General Law.Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 • 120 Washington Street + Salem,Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + u .salemxom Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, July 13, 2011 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present. Dan Shuman, Ernest DeMaio, David Pelletier, David Hallowes and Jeff Bellin. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent: Jamie Metsch, Christine Michelini, and William Peck Public in Attendance, None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin made a motion to approve the June 15, 2011 Meeting Minutes, seconded,by E. DeMaio, approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None • 3. Old/New Business Chairman Shuman took the meeting agenda out of order and heard the New Goals for 2011 item first, as that item was tabled at the last meeting. Discussion of New Goals for 2011 E. DeMaio sent a memo to the Committee prior to the June 15th Meeting outlining proposed goals for the Committee in the coming year. He briefly reviewed the memo with the Committee, which focuses on three major categories: Planning, Promotion, and Education. E. DeMaio stated that social media is a great way to allow the public to share ideas with the Committee and the City with respect to all things biking. D. Pelletier agreed that Facebook in particular is a great outlet for the public to comment. He suggested that there be a soundboard for the public to comment on anything bike related, and perhaps each month the Committee could review and respond to some of those comments. F. Taormina stated that he does not have the ability to maintain a Facebook page for the Committee, so that is something that the Committee would have to maintain and update. D. Hallowes already created a Facebook page for the Committee. E. DeMaio stated that a Facebook page maintains itself; all the Committee would need to do is view it and update it a couple times a month. E. DeMaio also stated that there should be a biking calendar on the City Website or on the • Facebook page. He stated that there are bike events, races, etc happening all over the North Shore throughout the summer that no one knows about. The Committee should have a one- stop-shop calendar of bike events. The Committee agreed. Pane 1 of 4 • Chairman Shuman stated that the Witch's Cup Bike Race held in Salem will be on Wednesday, August 101h at the Salem Common/Washington Square. E. DeMaio stated that the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan preceded him, and he understands that that is a blue print for future bike routes. F. Taormina stated that the major goal of the Master Plan was to implement the Priority Bike Route, which was recently completed (Bike Lane throughout Salem). Perhaps in the next year or two the Committee could update the Master Plan and prioritize the routes to be implemented. E. DeMaio stated that he-specifically likes the goal of connecting bike routes to our surrounding communities. He would like to see the City/Committee reach out to those communities and coordinate those efforts. D. Pelletier stated aside from the Salem Bike Path, which does connect with the Marblehead Trail, he doesn't see other opportunities to connect an off-road bike path with other neighboring communities. He stated that perhaps if Guilford Rail releases their rights, then a bike path from Leslie's Retreat Park could be extended into Peabody. F. Taormina stated that it is more likely to see on-road bike lanes connect with surrounding communities. He mentioned that he had a discussion with an individual who stated that people in Marblehead have already taken notice of the recently completed bike lane on Lafayette Street (Rte 114).that ends at the Marblehead town line, and would like to see them extended into Marblehead. Frank stated that other bike lanes that are striped on roads that • end at other neighboring city/town limits could easily be extended as well. E. DeMaio continued reviewing his memo with the Committee discussing items such promotional events through the Salem Chamber of Commerce, encouraging private businesses and large employers in Salem to be more bike friendly, etc. He closed with stating that there needs to be more energy in promotion and education of biking in Salem. The Committee agreed that at a future meeting they would determine which two or three goals would be pursued. Review Draft Bike Safety Pamphlet D. Hallowes made edits to the previous iteration of the bike safety pamphlet and forwarded the revised draft to each of the Committee Members. I Bellin requested that the statement"Helmets are necessary for all riders at all times...." Should be in bold, or in a different color, or italicized so that it stands out better. He also suggested that under the heading"See and Be Seen"that the following be added: "ride in a straight line as much as possible, weaving in and out of traffic or riding in the parking lane makes you less visible". The Committee agreed to include both changes. D. Pelletier suggested that under"Must follow Rules for Cycling"that"See and Be Seen" should be the second item on the list, directly under"Always wear a helmet". He suggested that some additional photos or graphics which speak to how one can be seen be added as well. The Committee agreed to include all his changes. • F. Taormina state that there should be a direct link added under"Know the Rules of the Road"which directs people to the laws that govern biking and the rules of the road. The Committee agreed. Pa-0C 2 of 4 • D. Pelletier suggested that the Facebook address be spelled out on the back of the pamphlet, instead of"Follow us on Facebook". He stated that we don't want people to find us, we want them to type in the exact link and go to our page. F. Taormina stated that the Facebook link will be added to the City Website so that people can find out more information about the Committee through that portal. D. Hallowed agreed to make all the changes discussed tonight and revised the bike safety pamphlet accordingly. Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map F. Taormina showed the Committee the revised draft bike routes map that the City GIS Administrator prepare. E. DeMaio stated that it looks better than the previous map. The Committee discussed which symbols would be useful for bikers and which symbols they would like to see on the map, aside from the actual bike routes. They agreed that they wanted to include: parks, schools, public restrooms, bike shops, information, MBTA Commuter Rail, Salem Ferry, beaches. The Committee would also like to see a note that explains that bikes can be brought onto the MBTA Buses, MBTA Commuter Rail, and on the Salem Ferry. D. Pelletier stated that we should add the bike route (multi-use trail) in Leslie's Retreat Park • and on the other side of the North River Canal, fronting Commercial Street. He would also like to see the Bike Path Committee's website site and Facebook page link added to the map. F. Taormina stated that he will work with the City GIS Administrator and have all those edits made and further refine the map and bring that to the next meeting. Bicycle Friendly Community Designation Application F. Taormina explained to the Committee that the Mayor asked him to determine whether or not the City of Salem could qualify as a Bicycle Friendly Community through the League of American Bicyclists. He stated.that there is a score card which you fill out and it assesses whether or not your community is ready to apply for the designation as a bicycle Friendly Community. He reviewed the scorecard with the Committee, which yielded that the City of Salem scored a 13. Communities which score at least a 9 can apply for designation. F. Taormina stated that the Committee has accomplished a lot since its inception in 2006. If the City is designated, it would recognize those accomplishments and help steer the City toward more grants and funding. Additionally the recognition as a Bicycle Friendly Community is somewhat prestigious, as there are only 2 municipalities in the State (Somerville and Northampton) and only about 100 in the whole Country. F. Taormina stated that the application for designation is 28 pages long and that we will be preparing and submitting that in the coming months. • Bike Lane Construction Update F. Taormina reported that the bike lane is almost completed. He believes that all the pavement markings and signs have been installed, but he has not performed a final inspection with Gary Hebert (FST) City's Engineering Consultant. Pane 3 of 4 • F. Taormina stated that he has received a lot of feedback with respect to the new bike lane, mostly good, but some negative. He stated that some residents do not like the location of some of the associated bike lane and traffic signs, and that he is working with them to have them relocated or stacked on the same pole. He also stated that even though he has not inspected the entire site, there are several pavement markings that were striped incorrectly by the Contractor (Markings, Inc.), which need to be corrected. He insured the Committee that any discrepancies will be fixed and the entire route will be completed has designed and engineered, pursuant to MUTCD standards. He stated that there has already been some positive press about the bike lane in the Salem Gazette and in Salem Patch. The Salem News is currently working on an article and it should be in the papers soon. He stated that he will coordinate with the Committee and the Mayor's Office regarding a ribbon cutting event in the near future. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Pelletier makes that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator • Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their September 14, 2011 Meeting Page 4 of 4 f ¢nNuir a City of Salem � at BIKE PATH COMMITTEE -9 18 2 , Notice of 54feeting lou are here6y notified•that the Salem Bike Path Committee willholda regufarfy schedufedmeeting on Wednesday,September 14, 2011 at 7:OOpm at City MatlAnnez Rpom 314p122 0`Washi ton Street � : {, �Danshnman / Chairman s Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shuman, Chair DavidPeifetier Ch»stine�VicheCniWiQiam Zeck Jamie wetsch • Jeffrey Begin Ernest tDe9dato tDavid7fafiowes lC ti^ i. Approval of Meeting Minutes 3 ® July 13, 2011 Meeting Minutes . v 2. Public Comment c' (6, i 3. Old/New Business ® Bike Rack Installation Update ) ® Bike Safety Pamphlet •' ® Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map C, ® Bike Path Maintenance r' a ® Discussion of New Goals for 2012 G: Adjournment 4.- 67 Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, • Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ umuw.salem.com Salem Bike Path Committee • Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, September 14, 2011 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present. Ernest DeMaio, David Pelletier, Will Peck, and Jeff Bellin. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absent: Jamie Metsch, Dan Shuman, and David Hallowes Public in Attendance: None In the absence of Chairman Shuman, Dave Pelletier assumed the Chair and called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. F. Taormina stated that Committee Member Christine Michelini submitted a resignation letter on Sept 8, 2011 affective immediately. The Committee is now a seven (7) member board with a quorum of 4 members. He explained that the City Council established the Committee to have between 7-10 members. He is not sure if the Mayor's Office will appoint someone else to fill that seat or not. J. Bellin stated that he noticed on the City Website that several of the Committee Member's term lengths have expired. F. Taormina said that he will put a request into the Mayor's Office to have each expired member reappointed to the Committee. • i. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin made a motion to approve the July 13, 2011 Meeting Minutes, seconded by E. DeMaio, approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None 3. Old/New Business Bike Rack installation Update F. Taormina updated the Committee on the status of the next round of bike racks to be installed throughout the City. He stated that he placed the order for all the bike racks at the end of July and expects to receive them sometime in later September or early October. The majority of the bike racks will be installed by Olsen Curtis Fence and the City Parking Department will be installing all the parking meter racks. F. Taormina explained to the Committee that he needs to get the downtown bike rack locations approved by the SRA/DRB. He reviewed a map identifying all the downtown installation locations with the Committee. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed to relocate one U-Rack from Boston Street to Washington Street, fronting the Record Exchange and to relocate one of the Plymouth style historic bike racks from the Post Office to corner of Congress and Derby fronting the Scratch Kitchen. • D. Pelletier asked for a motion to approve the changes, motion was made by J. Bellin and seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. Page 1 of 4 • D. Pelletier stated that the other bike rack locations located at City Parks and other city-wide locations be tabled to next month. F. Taormina stated that the racks will likely be received by then and may start being installed by the contractor. But he stated that we could wait to have them installed after that,just to give the Committee a chance to confirm the installation locations. Review Draft Bike Safety Pamphlet D. Pelletier asked for a motion to table the bike safety pamphlet to next meeting as Committee Member Dave Hallowes was not in attendance. F. Taormina stated that he received a email from Chairman Shuman regarding the MassBike and MassDOT Guide to Bicycling in Massachusetts. He printed a couple copies and showed it to the Committee Members. He suggested that perhaps the Committee could use this as pamphlet to hand out at events and post on the City Website. All the work that has been done to date with respect to creating a safety pamphlet could be put on the back side of the bike map currently being created. Committee thought it might be a good idea, but prefers to table the item and discuss further at the next meeting. Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map D. Pelletier asked for a motion to table the bike map discussion to next meeting as the City GIS Department was not able to make at the edits requested. F. Taormina showed the Committee the progress print, but agreed that the map is not where • it should be and will work with the GIS Dept to get a revised map prepared in advance of the next meeting. Bike Path Maintenance F. Taormina told the Committee that Chairman Shuman contacted him earlier this summer to install a Witch's Cup Bike Race Poster inside the information kiosks at the bike path. He gave the Chairman the keys to the kiosks and he installed the poster. When the Chairman returned the keys he mentioned that the cork board inside the kiosks is in bad shape and needs to be replaced. He mentioned that the Committee is not taking advantage of getting information out to the public via the informational kiosks: He suggested that the Committee should discuss this as a goal for 2012. Since the Chairman is not present, F. Taormina asked to table the item to next meeting. Committee agreed. D. Pelletier asked about the rebidding of the Bike Path Maintenance Contract. F. Taormina stated that he will not be rebidding that until this winter, for another three year period. He will review the specs with the Committee before it is bid this winter. Discussion of New Goals for 2012 -Marblehead Trail Issue D. Pelletier mentioned that the section of the Marblehead trail in Salem, at both footbridges over the Forest River, need to be improved. He stated that the lip of the bridge creates a • tripping hazard that is dangerous to users and the bollards at the entrance to the crossings should be widened, as it is to narrow from bikers to pass through them. Page 2 of 4 F. Taormina stated that several years ago the Committee brought these concerns to the • Marblehead Light Commission's attention and they invited Bob Jolly, the General Manager, to a Committee Meeting and he said that they are not willing to make any improvements at this time as the property has subsurface contaminates. Furthermore, they do not consider the trail a bike path, but a recreation trail. F. Taormina stated that the former Chadwick Lead Mills property has since been remediated and perhaps the Marblehead Light Commission will reconsider. D. Pelletier stated that he is going to contact Tony Sasso, the Town Administrator for Marblehead, to see if he can help. -MBTA Commuter Rail At-Grade Crossing D. Pelletier also asked about the at-grade crossing at the MBTA Commuter Rail Crossing. F. Taormina stated that the MBTA never responded to the Committee's follow-up letter. He mentioned that initially they stated that they do not permit at-grade crossings over their rail tracks anymore. The follow-up letter stated that the Committee feels that the crossing is justified and asked If there was a variance or waiver process, and again did not receive a response from the MBTA. D. Pelletier stated the MBTA initially stated that they cannot do a level platform and have since incorporated it into the recent plans. F. Taormina showed the Committee a photo log that D. Pelletier submitted to the MBTA • identifying 10 at-grade crossing all over the North Shore, including one that was created less then 10 years ago at the Hamilton/Wenham T station. He believes that if the City or our State Representative can express how important and easy this connection is that they will reconsider. D. Pelletier stated that he is going to talk to State Representative John Keenan about the matter and see if he can help. Or perhaps invite him to a future meeting to discuss the matter with him further. The Committee agreed. - On-Road Bike Lane J. Bellin stated that he rode the entire on-road bike lane a couple weeks ago. He stated that there needs to be a sign at the intersection of Essex and Hawthorne Blvd because there are no pavement markings that inform riders to go left. F. Taormina recalled that the Committee was sensitive to installing to many bike signs along the route as they did not want to clutter the area with another sign. Especially on the Hawthorne Hotel side of the intersection. The Committee agreed that that area is confusing and a sign on the Old Spot side of the road could work. F. Taormina stated that the project is nearly completed. The contract is just wrapping up some punch list items. There is no more money allocated for the project and will need to be done later this fall or next year. • -Salem Bike Path informational Kiosks J. Bellin asked if the Committee Members could have copies of the key to the informational kiosks at the bike path so that they could remove old information and insert new information. F. Taormina thinks that is a good idea. He stated that the Committee just needs to Pa-0 3 of 4 determine what is appropriate to locate in the kiosks and what is not appropriate. The committee agreed to discuss the matter further at the next meeting. D. Pelletier asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. ]. Bellin makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their October 12, 2011 Meeting • • Page 4 of 4 NMf iM City of Salem BIDE PATH .COMMITTEE 2011 OCT -1 A 9: 49 FILE ff CITY LLE 11 S'.Lcli, r` A";S. Notice of Weeting lou are hereby not fred treat the Sarem BirsTPath Committee wiahorda regulatfy schedured meeting on Wednesday, Octo6et'12, 2011 at 7.00pm at City 9(aQ'Anne r Ppom314,120Washington Street Dan Shuman, Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman,Chair WiYCtam Pec Jeffrey Bemn k. Jamie Metsch. oavidaffetier Ernest(WWaio tDavidglalyd-wes • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® September 14,2011 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. Old/New Business ® Bike Rack Installation Update (9 Bike Safety Pamphlet . ® Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 i 601110 D03#.%j on 'ice !. .. .:e i'i H>O rLi" Hal) aa1Ellri, Miss. c e: Oer. .1, 0 o11 A 91 �9 14rr� 1n o�rdrrr s n -Pap. 33 SIM 2JA i 288 of V-0- 120 Washington Street ♦ Satem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦Ph 978-619-5685 O Fax 978-740-0404 4 u .satem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, October 12, 2011 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Will Peck, Jeff Bellin, Jamie Metsch, Dan Shuman, and David Hallowes. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members_Absente Ernest DeMaio, David Pelletier, Public in Attendance: None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. He also informed the Committee that Christine Michelini has resigned and he read her resignation letter into the record. i. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin made a motion to approve the July 13, 2011 Meeting Minutes, seconded by E. DeMaio, approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment None 3. Old/New Business Bike Rack Installation Update F. Taormina informed the Committee that he obtained approvals from the Salem Historical Commission and from the Salem Redevelopment Authority to install bike rack at various locations downtown. He stated that Olsen Curtis Fence (contractor hired to install the bike racks) is almost done installing all the bike racks at City Parks, Playgrounds, and Beaches. The historic Plymouth Bike Racks have not been delivered yet, but are expected to arrive in the next week or so. Olsen Curtis Fence will be installing the Plymouth Bike Racks once they arrive. He also informed the Committee that the Parking Meter Bike Racks have arrived and will be installed by the City Parking Department after Halloween. F. Taormina updated the Committee that a couple bike racks have been relocated for various reasons. He informed them only one of the two proposed historic bike rack will be installed in front of the Salem Public Library and only one of the two historic bike rack will be installed near City Hall. The two relocated bike racks will be installed at the Boys &Girls Club of Greater Salem and another one at the Post Office. F. Taormina mentioned that Committee Member Dave Pelletier and Ward Councilor Mike Sosnowski contacted him a couple weeks ago about the bike rack that was recently installed at Collins Cove Beach. The bike rack was installed in a manner that partially blocks access to • the bike path and needs to be reinstalled. Olsen Curtis Fence has since reinstalled the bike rack to an adjacent location. He also mentioned that D. Pelletier also suggested that two meter racks be relocated to the Salem Willows, along the amusements and restaurants. F. Taormina agreed that that was a good idea and asked the Committee for their input. Discussion ensued. Page 1 of 4 • 1. Bellin was concerned about putting bike racks along the Willows amusements and restaurants as he things the sidewalks are often time busy may cause an obstruction. F. Taormina showed the Committee a photo of the proposed parking meter poles where the bike racks would be installed: one at the last parking meter pole next to Hobb's Popcorn and one at the Midway Arcade. He informed the Committee that the sidewalks at 10 feet wide in that area and the meter racks will no cause an obstruction. He stated that he and D. Pelletier drove out to the site and determined that those are the two best locations for the bike racks. I Bellin expressed his concerns further. Committee agreed to table the discussion to the next meeting, as there is no rush to have those meter racks installed, as they will be installed by the City. Review Draft Bike Safety Pamphlet D. Hallowes handed out copies of the latest iteration of the bike safety pamphlet and updated the Committee as to the changes that were made to it. F. Taormina pointed out a couple grammatical errors and that at the last time the Committee reviewed the pamphlet they wanted See and Be Seen moved to the second bullet. W. Peck suggested that a sentence referencing reflectors and headlamps on bikes be bolded and that words need to be changed to must. Chairman Shuman clarified that Massachusetts State Law states that children 16 and under • are required to wear bike helmets, not children under the age of 16. D. Hallowes will make that change the pamphlet. J. Bellin suggested that the title on the front of the pamphlet be changed from Bike Safety in Salem to Bike Safely in Salem. The Committee agreed that that was a great ideal F. Taormina state that the photos and graphics that are used, if they are not original, should be sited. D. Hallowes informed the Committee that the all the photos and graphics are just placeholders. He has some photos and graphics that he will insert and site any borrowed graphics. D. Hallowes stated that he would make all the changes and work on the layout of the pamphlet so that the text and graphic are in columns that correspond with the tri-fold layout of the pamphlet. Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map F. Taormina showed the Committee the progress print. He informed the Committee that the GIS Administrator has not made all the changes suggested yet, but it is starting to take shape. He also informed the Committee that he spoke with Gary Hebert from FST Engineering and they are interested in assisting the City (pro-bono) in the creation and layout of the bike map. The City would just need to pay for the printing costs. He stated that he will have the GIS Administrator make the rest of the edits and then he will have • shapfiles and GIS data forward to FST to assist us with the final layout and details of the map. Pa-e.2 of 4 I + Other O/d/New Business Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items the Committee would like to discuss tonight. J. Metsch asked if it was possible to have bike sharrows added on Bridge Street (Rte 1A), since it is currently under construction. F. Taormina asked where he would suggest installing them along Bridge Street, as there needs to be a logical start and end. J. Metsch suggested from the bike path crossing at Bridge/Webb Streets to the planned park at the end of the Bridge Street near the Beverly/Salem Bridge. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed that that was a logical staring and ending stop to propose to have a bike lane or sharrows installed. F. Taormina said that MassDOT is overseeing the project as that portion of Bridge Street(Rte 1A) is a state numbered route and under State jurisdiction. He will draft a letter and submit for MassDOT and see if they will consider adding that to the project. F. Taormina stated that there is no guarantee that they will consider the request as the project is under construction and that additional work would require a change order and additional funds added to the project, and he's not sure MassDOT can add more money into the project. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items. J. Metsch also suggested that a bike lane be added to Lafayette Street from West Ave to downtown. • F. Taormina stated that Lafayette Street is wide enough to accommodate a full bike lane on both sides of the street. F. Taormina stated that there is no budget to stripe more bike lanes throughout the City, but he will look into it for the committee as he agrees that that should be the next extension of the bike lane. The Committee agreed. F. Taormina mentioned that he is managing the Lafayette Street Improvements Project currently under construction from Harbor Street to Washington/Dow Streets. He stated that bike sharrows will be striped on the both sides of Lafayette Street through the project area. Then there will be a gap from there to West Ave. So installing the bike lane from West Ave to Washington/Dow makes even more sense to do next. Chairman Shuman mentioned that he had an old new business item he would like to discuss, regarding the cork pin board inside the kiosk at the bike path is in bad shape and needs to be replaced. F. Taormina stated that at the last meeting J. Bellin asked if the Committee Members could have copies of the key to the informational kiosks at the bike path so that they could remove old information and insert new information. The Committee agreed that that was a good idea. He stated that he would make copies of the key and distribute them at the next meeting. He asked the Committee to contact him prior to installing new items into the kiosk just to make sure that the City is aware and that it is appropriate to install within the kiosk. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if there was any other old/new business items • F. Taormina stated that the City received the 25% Design Plans for the Bike Path Extension from their consulting engineers AECOM. He told the Committee that he would updated them in more detail at the next meeting. Page 3 of 4 Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. I Metsch makes that motion, seconded by I Bellin and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their December 14, 2011 Meeting • Paye 4 of 4 City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting lou are hereby notified that the Safem Bikg Path Committee wilfholda regularly schedu(edmeeting on Wednesday,November 9, 2011 at 7:00PM at City71aff Unex from 319, 120 Washington Street (Dan Shuman, 11e7- Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair `Witham tPec Jeffrey Bet in k• ramie Metsch IDavidPel(etier Ernest q)e9Kaio David7faffmves • t. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® October 12, 2011 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. Old/New Business ® Bike Rack Installation Update ® Bike Safety Pamphlet ® Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 notlen O 01ty WS?e! ',' i✓ov 3 ?ell 3?M A, `a�y p M ti.�t++ 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph.978-619-5685 ♦ Prix 978-740-0404 ♦ wuvw.salern.corn • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, November 9, 2011 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present: Dan Shuman, Will Peck, Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, and Ernest DeMaio. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absents Jamie Metsch and David Hallowes Public in Attendance: None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:10 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin mentioned that there was significant discussion about changing the wording in a portion of the safety pamphlet that did not make it into the meeting minutes. He offered to draft a paragraph outlining the discussion. The Chairman asked for a motion to table the minutes to their December Meeting. Motion was made by J. Bellin, seconded by E. DeMaio • approved unanimously. z. Public Comment None 3. Old/New Business Bike Rack Installation Update F. Taormina updated the Committee as to the progress of the new bike racks installed throughout the City. He informed them that it appears that the Contractor has installed all but two bike racks and the City Parking Department hasn't started installing the new parking meter bike racks yet. F. Taormina mentioned that at the last meeting J. Bellin was concerned about putting parking meter bike racks along the Willows amusements and restaurants. The Committee discussed the matter further and agreed that two parking meter bike racks will be located along the Willows amusements and restaurants. Specifically, one at the end near Hobb's Popcorn and the other in front of the Midway Arcade. Review Draft Bike Safety Pamphlet J. Bellin asked the Committee to reconsider changing the sentence"Helmets are necessary for all riders at all times..."to Helmets are recommendedfor riders at all times"as it is only a state law for minors 16 and under. The Committee agreed. J. Belliin made a motion to • change necessaryto recommended, seconded by D. Pelletier, approved unanimously. D. Pelletier asked if a direct link to the bike routes map can be added to the back of the pamphlet. But further asked if that web link can be simplified so that it is easy to remember Pae 1 of 3 as , • and easier for people to get to it. F. Taormina stated that he isn't sure what is involved in doing that and that he will have to discuss it with the City of Salem's Web Master. W. Peck suggested that the Committee further emphasize wearing a helmet in the paragraph on the back of the pamphlet. Discussion ensued. D. Pelletier made a motion to add "Keep your smarts, wear a helmet"at the end of the paragraph. Seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map F. Taormina showed the Committee two different progress prints. One showed the bike routes with all the street names and the other showed must the major arterial streets. The Committee agreed that the map that only shows the bike routes with the major arterial streets is better. D. Pelletier asked that the on and off-road bike routes be changed to distinguish the two colors better. Instead of Green and Blue, he suggested Green for off-road and Red for on- road routes. The Committee agreed. E. DeMaio suggested that the scale at the bottom of the map be moved in order to be more prominent, perhaps above or below the legend. D. Pelletier asked if the scale could be inserted vertically along the side of the map, as the bike route is a north-south route and can be read and used easier if it were oriented that way. Discussion ensued. F. Taormina suggested that he have two draft maps made showing the scale in either instance. The • Committee agreed. E. DeMaio suggested that the numbered State Routes symbol be larger on the map and the street names be smaller. He also suggested that only the major arterial roads and the roads in which the bike routes follow be named. The Committee agreed. D. Pelletier stated that the map cannot serve all people. It just needs to identify the bike routes. W. Peck stated that the only people that will understand the map are residents and no visitors. The Committee agreed to include the major arterial streets and label some points of interest (public restrooms, parks, beaches, downtown, etc) which will serve both residents and visitors. W. Peck mentioned that the Bridge Street By-Pass Road was recently renamed to the Srg. James Ayube Memorial Drive. The map should have the new name on the map. The Committee agreed. Other O/d/New Business Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items the Committee would like to discuss tonight. W. Peck mentioned that some of the vegetation is starting to encroach onto the by-pass road bike path and it should be cut back. F. Taormina stated that he would put a request in to • DPW to have it taken care of. W. Peck also stated that there are very few lights at the Blaney Street Wharf, especially near the newly installed bike racks. F. Taormina stated that the City now owns the property and the recent construction brought utilities to the site, but additional site lighting will not be Paye:2 of 3 • installed until the next phase of development and he isn't sure when that will happen. I Bellin asked if a flood light could be added to the corner of the temporary building shining toward the bike racks. F. Taormina stated that he will look into it. E. DeMaio mentioned that he noticed that the Bike Share Station at Hawthorne Blvd doesn't have any instructions as to how one uses a bike. F. Taormina stated that there should be a sign of some kind out there identifying the area and outlining the details of the program. E. DMaio stated that there isn't anything there. F. Taormina stated that Paul Marquis manages that program for the City and he will bring that to his attention. He added that he believes that they will be installing a shelter for the bike with sign panels on either side calling out the bike share station and outlining the program guidelines. D. Pelletier stated that the downtown bike share station should be at NPS Visitor Center on Essex Street not at Hawthorne Blvd. F. Taormina stated that it was sited there because the Hawthorne Hotel agreed to manage the station for the City. He is not sure if discussions were had with NPS regarding a station at that location. He suggested that he invite Paul Marquis into a future meeting and the Committee could discuss it further with him. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. I Bellin makes that motion, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 PM. Respectfully submitted by: • Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their December 14, 2011 Meeting • lla-e 3 of 3 ' City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting You are here6y notilied that the Salem Bike Tath Committee wilfhofda regufarfy scheduletfineeting on Wednesday, tDecem6er 14, 2011 at 7:00pm at City 9faff,4nne, Wpom 314, 120 Washington Street d, d /0:5r Dan Shuman, Chairman s Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order _ I Roll Call: j (Dan Shuman, Chair _ `Wi'lliam Peck ramie Wetsck DeavifQeCfetier Ernest�D01aio (DavidMalC3 es 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes and Annual Report oQ October 12, 2011 and November 9, 2011 Meeting Minutes emo Fiscal Year 2011 Annual Report 2. . Public Comment g. Old/New Business ® User Friendly Bike Routes Map ® Bike Safety Pamphlet Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 39, Section 23B and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 an " }Halal Wpm 11 Board" 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 Fax,978 74Q Q4QR,_�,ppyu�e �M.com F; • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, December 14, 2011 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members_Present: Dan Shuman, Will Peck, Jeff Bellin and David Pelletier. Also present was Staff Planner/Harbor Coordinator Frank Taormina Members Absents Ernest DeMaio. Jamie Metsch and David Hallowes Public in Attendance: None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman pointed out three spelling errors in the November 9, 2011 Meeting Minutes. A motion was made by D. Pelletier to approve the minutes as revised, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. Chairman Shuman pointed out one edit in the October 12, 2011. A motion was made by J. Bellin and seconded by W. Peck and approved • unanimously. Chairman Shuman asked the Committee if they had any questions regarding the 2011 Annual Report. W. Peck asked if under the section Pedaling Forward(major initiatives the Committee is currently working on in fiscal year 2012) Bike Safety Pamphletitem the Committee would consider adding that the pamphlet will be translated into Spanish so that it can be available to all Salem Residents. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed to add text into the Annual report. W. Peck also asked if the safety pamphlet could be reviewed by the School Department in addition to the Salem Police Department before it is released. Chairman Shuman and F. Taormina reminded W. Peck that at a previous meeting the Committee voted to only have the safety pamphlet endorsed by the Salem Police Department not the School Department, before it is disseminated. J. Bellin asked if the paragraph regarding the extension of the Salem Bike Path under the section Key Initiatives completed during fiscal year 2011. J. Bellin suggested how the paragraph could be revised. F. Taormina stated that he will rework the paragraph as J. Bellin suggested. Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to have the Annual Report revised and sent back to the Committee for their review and approval at the next meeting. J. Bellin makes that motion, seconded by D. Pelletier and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None Page 1 of 3 Y • 3. Old/New Business Review Draft Bike Safety Pamphlet Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to table the item as Committee Member D. Hallowes was not present. Motion was made by J. Bellin and seconded by D. Pelletier and approved. Creation of User Friendly Bike Routes Map F. Taormina showed the Committee the latest progress print of the bike routes map. J. Bellin stated that he would like to see all the bike facilities, whether they are off road (paved or unpaved) or on-road all the same color so that people can follow the bike routes easier. TO differentiate between the various kinds of bike facilities he suggested that we use thin line, thick line, dashes, dots, etc. D. Pelletier agreed and though that was a great idea. D. Pelletier stated that he would like to see the scale shown on the right hand side of the map from Winter Island to the Marblehead line, so that people can see how long the route is from North to South. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if the bike shops symbol could be changed to a tire or a wrench. F. Taormina said he would look around for a better symbol. J. Bellin stated that the other symbols on the map need to be in a higher resolution so that • they can be seen more clearly. F. Taormina stated that he would discuss that with GIS and see if they can change them. D. Pelletier wants to see the Salem Woods trail shown on the map as a pedestrian trail where bikes are welcome removed and instead a note that states that there are hiking and mountain biking trails at Salem Woods. The committee agreed. Chairman Shuman suggested that all the major streets colored orange on the map be changed to grey, so that it doesn't compete with the main focus of the map, which are the bike routes. The Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if the Willows Amusements and Restaurants could be identified on the map as a destination. Downtown Salem is identified as a destination with restaurants, shops, etc. but the Willows should also be identified, as many visitors don't know that it is more than just a city park, one can buy ice cream food, and play games there. The Committee agreed. Instead of using a food or amusements symbol, the committee agreed to shade the area a different color and call out that there are amusements and food there. D. Pelletier would like to have the Marblehead Path changed to represent an unpaved path and a note and arrow showing exactly how many miles it is to downtown Marblehead. D. Pelletier also suggested that the legend be relocated to the other side of the map so that you can see more of the Marblehead Path and downtown Marblehead. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed to move the legend up toward Salem Harbor to show a bit more of the Marblehead Trail, but did not want to relocate it to the other side of the map.to cover up • a portion of Salem. F. Taormina stated that W. Peck mentioned at the last meeting that the Bridge Street By- Pass Road was recently renamed to the Sergeant James Ayube Memorial Drive and the map should reflect that. The map was not revised and he will have it reflected in the next revision. Page 2of3 F. Taormina stated that he would work with the GIS Administrator to have the edits made to the map and have a revised map available at the next meeting for the Committee's review. Other O/d/New Business Chairman Shuman asked if there were any other old/new business items the Committee would like to discuss tonight. Chairman Shuman asked if there is any further old or new business to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. I Bellin makes that motion, seconded by D. Pelletier and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:11 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator Minutes approved by the Salem Bike Path Committee at their January 11, 2012 Meeting • • Page 3 of 3 t, �, �� �I e �, �� �' c 0 0 e a • �, ,kCONIllT City of Salem �, • 1 % BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2010 Committee gifem6ers DAN SHUMAN,CHAIRMAN DAVID HALLOWES 72 Washington Street, Suite#1 15 River Street Salem,Massachusetts 01970 Salem,Massachusetts 01970 978.741.2222(work) 617.966.7890(cell) 978.979.3865 (cell) dmhallowes k( 2mail.com danAsalemcvcle.com term expires 7/1/2011 term expires 9/1/2011 ell t 17P(� I J METSCH ("S"T� l JEFF BELLIN 18 Oliver eet,Unit t:/�IIL 396 Essex Street Salem,Massa us s 01970 Salem, Massachusetts 01970 R}$-S90- P71610 978.302.1102(cell) ilnmetsch ail.c J imbellin akomcast.net term expir s 10/1/2011 112019 term expires 7/1/2011 �1I2a1�) • WILLIAM PECK RISTINE MIC I 1{'1�' 27 Broad Street 8 P ant S ` \� Salem,Massachusetts 01970 Salem, achusetts 01970 N`� 978.744.6343 (home) 2 (c 617• •8 (cell) willo 5266 yahoo.com C ichelini c cast.net term expires 9/1/2011 y I I Zd r erm expires 3/1/2 VID PE IER 12 mbi treet Staff Salem, assachusetts 01970 p`\� 978.4 •3 4(cell) ro ondeus mmail.com FRANK TAORMINA ter expires 10/ 011 1 Vl� City of Salem,DPCD 120 Washington Street, 3rd Floor 978-619-5685 (work) ERNEST DEMAIO ftaormina(a,salem.com 289 Essex Street, Suite 507 Salem,Massachusetts 01970 -617.816.3555 (cell) \ ernestvdemaiona,earthlink net • \I term expires 7/1/2011 120 Washington St. Salem, Massachusetts 01970 0 Phone 978-619-5685 v Fax 978-740-0404 s www.salem.com City of Salem � prl r T z' N BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 2010 Weeting Schedule 'You are herehy notiAd that the Sarem Bikg Path Committee wiR'holdits regularly scheduledmeetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.•00 Pm, in City.71odAnneZ 4�gom 314, 120 Washington St. Dan Shuman, Chairman 10 r Qtc tAJ4L �� f�u+ta 2,010., , 10 _�Io meetinn_iakltaetyst i"mic: ,ctotrer 3 2610 � A� esday December8 2010 Ucs� 120 Washington St. •:• Salem, Massachusetts 01970❖ Phone 978-619-5685❖ Fax 978-740-0404❖ www.salem.com ® ® o v v 11 • - 1 I / G1�+ At Jr P . Tse '+...Eie a :: =r, View o[Bike Lana on Lafayette St(Rte 114 south),heading toward Mmblehead ® A. i • Salem Bike Path Committee FY2010 Annual Report In June 2006, the City of Salem established the Salem Bike Path Committee, which is a Committee dedicated to making Salem a bike-friendly community. The main goal of this Committee is to make Salem a more-desirable urban environment by establishing safe and well planned on- and/or off-road bike routes for walking and cycling. Objectives of the Committee are to assist in the expansion of the existing bike path throughout Salem and to our surrounding communities, encourage the Safe Routes to Schools Program, advocate for alternative forms of transportation to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality, advocate for bike safety, and encourage cycling both as a form of alternative transportation and as a form of exercise and better health. The Salem Bike Path begins on Lafayette Street directly opposite the entrance to the Town of Marblehead Recreational Trail. In fact, when the City obtained funds from Mass Highway to design, engineer, and construct the bikeway, it had been referred to as the Marblehead Branch Bike Path until 2006 when the City officially renamed it the Salem Bike Path. The existing Salem Bike Path (Phase I) is constructed on an abandoned Railroad Right-of-Way (formerly Boston& Maine Railroad ROW). The path begins at the Lafayette Street entrance near the.City of Salem and Town of Marblehead line, and continues north approximately 2,500 linear feet alongside the Salem State College Central Campus toward Loring Avenue. Opposite Loring Avenue the bike path continues north approximately 450 linear feet to Canal Street. In its • entirety, the existing Salem Bike Path (Phase I) is roughly 3,000 linear feet in length or approximately '/2 mile long. The City and the Bike Path Committee are committed to extending the Salem Bike Path to Downtown Salem (Phase II is currently being designed) and future off- road extensions throughout Salem and our neighboring communities. The Salem Bike Path Committee meets regularly on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm in Salem City Hall Annex, Meeting Room 314, 120 Washington Street. The Committee did not meet during the months of August 2009,November 2009, and January 2010. During the 2010 fiscal year period, the Salem Bike Path Committee Membership included Dan Shuman (Chairman), Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, William Peck, Christine Michelini, David Hallowes (appointed on 7/1/09), Jamie Metsch (appointed on 10/1/09), and Ernest DeMain (appointed 7/1/09). The following members resigned or their terms expired: Jerry Judge (term expired on 11/1/09), Stan Franzeen (resigned on 11/24/09), Rachel Hunt (resigned on 1/14/10),' and Nancy Sachetti (resigned on 2/17/10). Some of the Salem Bike Path Committee's key initiatives completed during the 2010 fiscal year were as follows: • City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan — The Bike Path Committee, with the assistance of Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike Engineering (FST) completed the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan in January 2010. The plan identifies existing and future on- and off-road bike trails throughout the City of Salem and connecting to our neighboring • communities. At this point in time, bicycle travel is permitted on all of Salem's City Streets open to motor vehicle use, but this plan encourages identified roadways to be striped with ®Salem Bike Path Committee FY2010 Annual Report Page 1 of 3 P • dedicated bike lanes, where feasible and/or bike sharrow pavement markings, which educate motor vehicles to share the road with cyclists. The plan also identifies future extension of the Salem Bike Path and other off-road bike paths. + Extension of the Salem Bike Path (Phase II)— The highest priority goal/recommendation in the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan is to extent the Salem Bike Path, approximately 1.5 miles, to Downtown Salem. During this fiscal year, the City has continued negotiations with the MBTA to enter into a long term lease agreement to extend the bike path through a stretch of MBTA property. The City and MBTA are working through some logistical items before a lease agreement can be signed and the property is under the City's control. The City hired on-call engineering firm, AECOM to design, engineer, and permit the bike path extension in conjunction with the Canal Street Roadway Improvement Project. AECOM is still in the design phase of this project. Coupled with the adjacent Town of Marblehead Recreational Trail, the completion of the bike path extension would connect downtown Salem to downtown Marblehead via an entirely off-road trial. • Priority Bike Route — Following the completion of the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan, the Committee moved to implement a major goal/recommendation identified in the plan, which is to construct the Priority Bike Route (formerly known as the Green Line Bikeway). The priority bike route is structured to avoid major roadways and allow cyclists to go from one end of Salem to the other (north-south corridor) via a combination of on- and off-road trails utilizing well-marked secondary and tertiary roads. The major goal of this • bike route is to link together schools, playgrounds, parks, beaches, and other recreational areas in Salem, with the ultimate goal of it becoming a certified Safe Route to School. The City has contracted with FST Engineers to prepare the construction and bid documents to construct the bike route, which is currently underway. • Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path / Bypass Road Bike Path Connection — The Committee identified a logical connection between two existing, but fragmented off-road bike paths, by connecting the Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path to the new Bypass Road Bike Path via an abandoned railroad right-of-way (ROW), which the City owns. This bike path connection recommendation is also found in the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan. The City formally requested that MassDOT consider constructing this connection as part of the Bridge Street Reconstruction Project, currently underway. MassDOT agreed to construct the connection and construction is slated to begin in the fall of 2010 and be completed in spring 2011. By connecting these two bike trails the City will be able to connect the the new Bypass Road Bike Path to Collins Cove, Salem Willows, and Winter Island. • Lafayette Street Bike Lane — Pursuant to the City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan, a number of City streets were identified to accommodate bike lanes and/or bike sharrows (shared travel lanes). Accordingly, FST Engineers assisted the City in making roadway improvements to a stretch of Lafayette Street from Salem State University, south to the Marblehead town line, and incorporated bike lanes on either side of the street where applicable. The bike lanes on Lafayette Street are the first bike lanes ever striped on Salem • City streets. In the future, the Committee will work with the City to stripe more bike lanes and sharrows on city streets, as streets are improved or resurfaced. ®Salem Bike Path Committee FY2010 Annual Report Page 2 of 3 yi \ PEDALING FORWARD >>> Some of the major initiatives the Salem Bike Path Committee is currently working on and/or looking to complete in fiscal year 2010 are as follows: • Extension of the Salem Bike Path >>> The City will continue its efforts in working through the logistical items with respect to satisfying the conditions required to execute a long-term lease agreement with the MBTA in order to utilize a portion of their property to extend the bike path toward downtown Salem. Concurrently, AECOM will continue to design, engineer, and permit the bike path extension in conjunction with the Canal Street Improvement Project. • Priority Bike Route >>> FST Engineering should complete the construction and bid specifications by winter 2010. The City will then review those plans with the City Engineer and Police Traffic Division prior to bidding. The City of Salem anticipates that it will bid the project in January/February 2011 with a construction start date sometime in spring 2011. Respectfully submitted, Frank Taormina Planner/Harbor Coordinator • • ®Salem Bike Path Committee FY2010 Annual Report Page 3 of 3 City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE —1 10. 13 ILE k CITY CLE. ti: ',,A,LEM, il. ' i3 Notice of Weeting 'You are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee will ho 'ts regu ly heduled eeting on `Wednesday,January 13, 2010 at 7.•OOpm at City Wall neT, om 314, 0`Wass ton St. Shuman,/r,— an C rman 91deeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair [eh Nan Sachetti 9effreyBellin . Christine Wichelini DPelletier wgcZeck �tc9funt 1. Approval of Meetin inn ® DeceZBines 2009 eting Minutes (Adjjournm Old/New 5 t 1 /U • 120 Washington St. -:• Salem, Massachusetts 01970 e- Phone 978-619-5685•:• Fax 978-740-0404:• www.salem.com City of Salem • s: ��' BIKE PATH COMMITITFU P 2: ,U g Cl r f.� t Notice ofWeeting 'You are hereby notitedthat the Safem Bike Bath Committee urilfhofdits regufarfy schedufedmeeting on Wednesday, T'e&wry 10, 2010 at 7.•OOpm at City 9faifAnnez Wgom 314, 120 Washington St. r 1,14,Shuman, rT Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair Nancy Sachetti Yeffrey Begin • Christine Wichefini (DaudPeffetier 'Miliam(Peck wpuheflfunt L Approval of Meeting Minutes ® December 9,2009 Meeting Minutes 2. Old/New Business ® Discuss production of bike safety material for website and distribution to schools ® Bike Path Extension Update Adjournment - -�4 4 1010 120 Washington St. •:• Salem, Massachusetts 01970•:• Phone 978-619-5685❖ Fax 978-740-0404❖ www.salem.com CC�T9 ` 3� City of Salem JU; BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 20110 FEB -9 p 1--48 t!? it Notice of Rescheduled Meeting You are hereby notified that the regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee for February 10, 2010 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 17,2010 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex,Room 314, 120 Washington Street. bzn t �Iir Dan Shuman, Chairman i =r, t y i i F • 120 Washington St. ❖ Salem, Massachusetts 01970•:• Phone 978-619-5685❖ Fax 978-740-0404❖ www.salem.com COQ[r �_ City of Salem � a BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting You are hereby not Pied that the Salem Bikg Path Committee tvillholQ its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, TFe6mary 17, 2010 at 7..00pm at City 9lallAnnex (J�qom 3144 1l/�ashinpt . (Dan Shuman, fT" Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman,Chair Nancy Sachetti Jeffrey Bel&n . Christine Wichefim (David tlletier WE=(Peck L Approval of Meeting Minutes ® December 9, 2009 Meeting Minutes 2. Old/New Business ® Discuss production of Bike Safety Material for Website and distribution to Schools ® Bike Path Extension Update Adjournment • 120 Washington Street:• Salem,Massachusetts 01970 9 Phone 978-619-5685-* Fax 978-740-0404•? u .salem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, February 17, 2010 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present; Jeff Bellin, Dan Shuman, David Pelletier, and William Peck. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent; Christine Michelini Public in Attendance: Joanne McCrea (Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM and acknowledged those members present and absent for the record. Chairman Shuman mentioned that since the last meeting in December, Committee Members Nancy Sachetti and Rachel Hunt have resigned. The Bike Path Committee is now a five (5) member Committee. F. Taormina stated that the City Council established this Committee as having between 7 — 10 members at this time it is not a full Committee. He stated that he has put in a request to the Mayor's • Office to appoint at least two more members to the Committee. He also asked if any of the current members know of any dedicated residents that would be interested in joining the Committee. Discussion ensued. F. Taormina stated that is they do know of anyone, to have that person submit a letter of interest and their resume to the Mayor's Office for consideration. 1. Approval of Minutes Motion was made by D. Pelletier to approve the December 9, 2009 Meeting Minutes seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment No comments were taken at this time. 3. Discuss production of Bike Safety Material for the City of Salem Website and distribution throughout the Salem School System F. Taormina stated that Committee Member W. Peck requested that the Committee consider producing bike safety pamphlet that could be posted on the City Website and distributed to all the schools. D. Pelletier suggested that the Committee not'reinvent the wheel' and instead of producing their own bike safety information, that the Committee use what is already out there. For instance, Trek bike safety pamphlets that the Committee could likely get for free and distribute to the schools and place on the website. J. Bellin suggested that perhaps the Committee could also consider adult oriented bike • safety information as well. Discussion ensued. Chairman Shuman recognized Joanne McCrea in the audience. J. McCrea stated that any information that is sent to the schools should be in English and Spanish. . D. Pelletier stated that he believes that bike manufactures have bike safety info in English and Spanish. Chairman Shuman offered to reach out to some bike manufactures to see if they can provide the Committee with English and Spanish Bike Safety Pamphlets. W. Peck asked if the Committee could/should invite the Chief of Police and the Superintendent of Salem Schools to attend the next meeting to discuss the production of the material and to determine if the material could be sent home with each child's final report card, to ensure that it is also read by their parents. F. Taormina suggested that the Committee reach out to the Police Department and the Superintendent first and see if by chance bike safety material already exists, and if so, has it ever been distributed throughout the school system. J. Bellin stated that bike laws differ from state to state and if material is taken from a nation bike manufacturer, information may not apply to Massachusetts. D. Pelletier stated that the basic bike safety info regarding helmets, turning signals, etc. J. Bellin suggested that the safety material also include more advanced bike safety info for adults that outline Mass Laws regarding biking. Chairman Shuman stated that that he would like to stick to tonight's agenda and only • address what is before the Committee at this time which is safety material that we can distribute to Schools and place on the website. He asked for a motion regarding the matter and suggested that Jeff's suggestion could be addressed in another motion or at a different meeting. J. Bellin asked if he could read the Committee's Mission Statement prior to a motion being made. Chairman Shuman agreed. 4 t J. Bellin read the mission statement aloud to the Committee Members and pointed out that one of the objectives of the Committee is"to advocate for bike safety", and he feels that this is important and should not be belittled or considered ancillary to the bike route planning. He and W. Peck feel strongly that bike safety should be brought to the community in a creative way, not scale it back. D. Pelletier made a motion to create a general one page bike safety pamphlet, one side in English and the other side in Spanish, with a link to additional bike safety info for adults and for children, which will be distributed to Salem Schools at the end of the school year with their report cards. Seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. W. Peck offered to reach out to the Police Department and the Superintendent of Schools. He made a motion to contact them and see if they have already prepared bike safety material and distributed it throughout the school system, and if not, will ask if they would be interested in attending the next meeting to discuss the Committee doing so. Seconded by D. Pelletier and approved unanimously. Chairman Shuman asked the Committee if they had any further questions or comments. • There being none he closed the item and asked if there were any old/new business items to discuss. . 4. Old/New Business Bike Pati Extension Update F. Taormina updated the Committee on his ongoing efforts to extend the Salem Bike Path to downtown Salem. He stated that there are two remaining items that need to be resolved in order for the City of Salem to enter into a lease agreement with the MBTA to utilize an abandoned railroad right-of-way (ROW) and a portion of their active railroad ROW: Environmental Insurance and confirmation from Pan Am Railways that their freight rights have been abandoned in the ROW. He continued to explain that his discussion with Pan Am Railways have not been that productive until just recently. He stated that he is finally speaking to the appropriate individual at Pan Am Railways and hopes that he will have better news to report at the next meeting. City of Salem Bike Circulation Master Plan F. Taormina reported that the final plan has been produced by FST Engineers. He stated that the City only received on color copy of the final plan, one high resolution copy of the plan in electronic format for reproduction, and one lower resolution electronic copy of the plan which is already up on the City Website for the public to view. He stated that he has requests quotes from copy centers and the City will produce at least 12 more original copies of the plans. Once completed, he stated that he would give one to each of the members. D. Pelletier asked about the implementation of the Priority Bike Route (formerly know as the green line bikeway). • F. Taormina stated that FST will be giving the City a cost estimate to have construction and bid documents prepared. Once FST is on board, he would notify the Committee. Draft Comments Letter regarding the MBTA's 30%Design Plans Submission for the Salem Commuter Rail Station Intermodal Center F. Taormina informed the Committee that he has reviewed the 30% design plans. He brought the plans to the meeting and showed the Committee that the MBTA has included an enclosed bike storage facility. He pointed out that in addition to that, the recently completed Bike Circulation Master Plan also has two other key recommendations for the site which he discusses in the draft letter. He stated that the MBTA will be holding a Public Meeting to review the 30% Design Plans on February 23, 2010 at 7pm at the Carlton School on Skerry Street, and recommended that some or all the members attend that meeting. D. Pelletier and W. Peck stated that they would be there and J. Bellin and Chairman Shuman stated that they would try to attend. F. Taormina stated that he would forward the draft letter to the Committee Members via e-mail after the meeting for their review and comment. After the Committee has review and approved the letter, F. Taormina stated that he would run it by the City Planner prior to sending it to the MBIA. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further questions. D. Pelletier asked if the members could each look at one website regarding the bike safety info and report back at the next meeting. The members all agreed to do that. Adjournment • Chairman Shuman asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing. D. Pelletier made a motion 3.. • to adjourn, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. The meeting was officially adjourned at 8:25 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 2-17-2010 • • -4- ���C011lNT,� 3A City of Salem LARPse BIKE PATH COMMITTEE Notice of 9deeting 'You are hereby notiftedthat the Salem Bikg lath Committee un(fho(dits regufarfy sdtedufedmeeting on Wednesday, 94arch 10, 2010 at 7.•OOpm at City 7fal(Annex Room 314,/1/120 Washington St. .. ✓FYI .k1..fL(as�t ........ lean Shuma', Chairman F 9Keeting Agenda tvA D Call Meeting to Order r Roll Calk Dan Shuman, Chair Jeffrey Begin `William Peck • ChristineWichefim oavufPelletier 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® February 17,2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Implementation of Bike Circulation Master Plan 3. Old/New Business ® Public Comment Letter regarding the MBTA's 30% Design Plans for the Salem Commuter Rail Station Intermodal Center ® Bike Path Extension Update Adjournment }} yP }p ¢g 3 This 4ti}�tt 4t? F,. y. es 4.if� �hyd�11 �$k Y"� 111 'i 6Wt �Kl//" it 120 Washington Street•i Salem,Massachusetts 01970 Z•Phone 978-619-5685 A Fax 978-740-0404❖ u&vw.salem..com A Salem Bike Path Committee • Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, March 10, 2010 A regular scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 314 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Dan Shuman, Jeff, Bellin, David Pelletier, Christine Michelini, and William Peck. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absents none ........ _.............._....._............ Public in Attendance: Gary Hebert (FST Engineering), Laurie Bringal (Salem Resident) Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and acknowledged that all the members were present for the record. Chairman Shuman mentioned that he was informed that three (3) new members were recently appointed to the Committee by the Mayor's Office to fill vacant spots. He stated that they will be confirmed by the City Council at the March 25th City Council Meeting. The new members should be present at the April Committee Meeting. The Committee is now an eight (8) Member Committee. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin pointed out one minor edit: on page one the word ensured should be ensued. • Motion was made by D. Pelletier to approve the February 17, 2010 Meeting Minutes seconded by C. Michelini and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman acknowledged Gary Hebert from Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike Consulting Engineers and Salem Resident Laurie Bringal. No comments were taken at this time. 3. Implementation of Bike Circulation Master Plan F. Taormina issued copies of the newly completed City of Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan to each of the Committee Members. He stated that he forgot to add the reproduction of 10-15 color plans into FST Engineering's contract, so he had to get quotes and have an outside copy center print out the master plans. D. Pelletier made a motion that in the future, that Frank add additional funds into Consulting Contracts to cover the cost of color originals so that the City does not have to pay for those services after-the-fact. Seconded by w. Peck and approved unanimously. F. Taormina apologized for the oversight and agreed that he would add reproduction costs as a final deliverable in future consulting contracts. F. Taormina explained to the Committee that the City will be implementing the priority bike route identified in the Bike Circulation Master Plan as the Green Line Bikeway. He stated that he is waiting for the City to execute the On-Call Engineering Contract with FST Engineering. Once completed, he will contract with:FST to have them prepare the construction and bid documents for the construction of the bike route, as described in the master plan. F. Taormina mentioned that Gary Hebert (FST) called him earlier in the week and mentioned that he wanted to come to the meeting tonight to discuss some research that he has been doing on the side regarding non-skid pavement markings and the implementation of the priority bike route. i • G. Hebert (FST) described his research with the Committee and elaborated on the use of a non-skid epoxy used for pavement markings. He mentioned that it is a bit expensive, roughly $5 a square foot, but it lasts much longer that traditional pavement marking paint and is not slippery like the raised thermal plastic pavement markings. The non-skid epoxy also has a longer lifespan, especially on lesser travelled roads such as the majority of the priority bike route, and can stand up to plows in the winter as it is not raised like the thermal plastic pavement markings. G. Hebert showed the Committee some literature regarding the versatility of the epoxy use on roadways. F. Taormina stated that once FST Engineers is on board, he would work with them on the exact cost and longevity of the different pavement marking materials and determine what the best option for the City is, and then include that into the construction and bid docs. G. Hebert mentioned that there may be several different ways to utilize more than one pavement marking option, such as painting the bike lanes and then using the epoxy in place of the thermal plastic for the actual bike symbol pavement markings and bike sharrow pavement markings. F. Taormina echoed that point and stated that the City of Salem DPW has the ability to stripe street centerlines and crosswalks, and perhaps if mutually agreed upon, DPW could maintain the bike lane lines and have them re-striped on an annual or bi-annual basis. D. Pelletier mentioned that why doesn't the City just purchase the bike symbol and bike sharrow pavement,marking template and just re-paint those pavement markings on an annual or bi-annual basis as well. F. Taormina, G. Hebert and all the Committee Members • agreed that that was a great idea. F. Taormina mentioned that he would look into the cost of the templates, or perhaps include the purchase of the templates into the construction and bid docs, for future use by the City. D. Pelletier thanked G. Hebert for all his work on the master plan. He stated that the master plan looks great! G. Hebert (FST) thanked the Committee for their time and effort as well and stated that he is eager to get the priority route underway. F. Taormina mentioned that as the City resurfaces streets in the future, he will work with the City Engineer to make certain that the Bike Circulation Master Plan is utilized to determine which roadways slated for resurfacing shall include bike lanes and/or bike sharrows and/or bike signage and build that into the cost of the overall project. D. Pelletier asked about some recently resurfaced roadways, like Loring Avenue toward Vinnin Square, and whether those could be striped as called out in the master plan. Chairman Shuman agreed that Loring 'Avenue is clearly wide enough to accommodate a bike lane and if there was anyway to include that into the next round of resurfacing projects by the City. F. Taormina stated that he would have to talk to the City Engineer about that. • Chairman Shuman asked what would happen is you and the City Engineer left the City. He could easily see how bike accommodations called out in the master plan for various City Streets could be overlooked. F. Taormina mentioned that the Committee needs to be mindful of how to implement the • goals and objectives of the bike circulation master plan. The Committee as a whole should refer to the plan in the future and remind any future Staff Planner or City Engineer of their role and responsibilities should one or both of them ever leave the City. Chairman Shuman asked if any of the Committee Members had any other questions or comments at this time. There being none, the Chairman thanked G. Hebert (FST) for coming to the meeting tonight and on behalf of the Committee look forward to working with him I the future to implement the priority bike route. ¢. Old/New Business Public Comment Letter regarding the MBTA's 30%Design Plans for the Salem Commuter Rail Station Intermodal Center F. Taormina informed the Committee that he received and incorporated all their comments into the draft letter, except for one recommendation from D. Pelletier. He stated that D. Pelletier suggested that we include a request to have the MBTA create an at-grade crossing over the freight rail tracks near the North Street Overpass to connect the MBTA Commuter Rail Station to the North Salem Neighborhood. F. Taormina mentioned that those freight tracks are owned by Pan Am Railways/Guilford Rail and the property abutting those tracks, adjacent to the North River in between the overpass and the Car Wash is privately owned. He added that the MBTA will not consider that request and it was better to leave that comment out of the letter. F. Taormina mentioned that after he added the Committee's comments into the letter, he called the Chairman and had him review and sign it. He added that the deadline for public comments was last Friday, March 5`h. He submitted the letter on March 2nd to the MBTA via • e-mail and US mail. He stated that he got an e-mail response from Karen DeSpirito, Senior Community Affairs Coordinator for the MBTA. She mentioned that she would forward our comments to their design consultants, AECOM, who will review them. Sometime after the comment period deadline, the results of AECOM's review will be posted on the MBTA website. He mentioned that he will continue to check the MBTA's website and once AECOM has responded to the Committee's comments he will print that out and forward to the Committee. Bike Path Extension Update F. Taormina gave a quick update on his ongoing efforts to extend the Salem Bike Path to downtown Salem. He stated that there is one remaining items that need to be resolved in order for the City of Salem to enter into a lease agreement with the MBTA to utilize an abandoned railroad right-of-way (ROW) and a portion of their active railroad ROW: confirmation from Pan Am Railways that their freight rights have been abandoned in the ROW. He explained that he is still in discussions with Pan Am Railways and hopes that he will have better news to report at the next meeting. Bike Safety Material for City website and distribution to Schools W. Peck reported to the Committee that he met with with Patrolman Ross Phalan from the Salem Police Department's Community Impact Unit regarding the Committee's mission of promoting bike safety. He asked if the Police Department ever stops kids riding bikes without bike helmets, or with hooded jackets, or in dark clothing without any reflectors on the bike or body, and remind them about bike safety. He mentioned that the Officers response was no. • W. Peck also mentioned that he placed a call and left a message with Superintendant Cameron regarding the distribution of bike safety material throughout the school system. -3- r W. Peck also added that he has reached out to the Salem Chamber of Commerce to see if • they would be interested in assisting the Committee in the cost of printing the bike safety pamphlets. f C. Michelini asked if the Committee ever reached out to Bill Wholley at Salem Park and Rec. F. Taormina replied stating that Bill would not be able to assist in the cost of printing the pamphlets but he could be a great resource as we put together the information on the pamphlet, as Bill is an avid cyclist who commutes to work in Salem everyday from north Beverly, year round. Chairman Shuman stated that he has been in discussions with Christine Rodgers and Marcie Clausen at the Carlton School. Apparently, the Carlton School has a bike safety event scheduled in the coming months and would be interested in having the Bike Path Committee be a part of it. Christine Michelini asked if bike events such as the one at the Carlton School could be added to the City of Salem Bike Path Committee Website. F. Taormina said that that is very easy to do and that he would be willing to add any relevant bike info, including bike events and website links onto the website. J. Bellin asked about informing the adult cyclists about bike safety and the rules of the road. D. Pelletier mentioned that J. Bellin should contact Leo Jodoin at Salem Public Access TV and film an episode of Salem Now surrounded entirely around bike safety geared toward the adult audience. Once taped, that material could be shown at events or even placed on the • city website as a link. Discussion regarding the matter ensued. D. Pelletier made a motion to have J. Bellin contact Leo Jodoin at Salem Public Access TV on behalf of the Committee and inquire about the filming of a bike safety show geared toward the adult cyclist. Seconded by I Bellin and approved unanimously. F. Taormina asked the Committee how they should proceed with the preparation of the bike safety pamphlet for the city website and for distribution to Schools. He suggested perhaps W. Peck could take all he information gathered to date and put together a draft pamphlet that we could use as a starting point. W. Peck offered to look at all the bike safety information complied to date and put together a draft pamphlet. He asked if Frank could forward him all the info that he and other members previously submitted for consideration. F. Taormina agreed to get him the info directly after the meeting. J. Bellin made a motion to have W. Peck review all the bike safety material compiled to date and prepare a draft pamphlet for review at the next meeting. Seconded by D. Pelletier and approved unanimously. F. Taormina offered to help W. Peck should he have any questions or if he needs help with the formatting of the pamphlet. Chairman Shuman mentioned that there is a new website that was recently created that was created for people that bike called www,peop.leforbikes,org He heard about it at the National • Bike Summit in Washington D.C. that he attended. He asked if Frank could add the link to the City Bike Path Committee Website. F. Taormina agreed to add it to the website. -4- D. Pelletier asked if people could report dangerous pot holes that are hazardous to bikers and vehicles to the City. F. Taormina stated that he believes that you can report them via the DPW website or via a hotline phone number. He offered to look into it and post one or the other onto the City Bike Path Committee Website. D. Pelletier asked if DPW could pave around the locked bike gates and or open the bike gates slightly and pin it to the pavement so that it can accommodate bike and pedestrian access but still deter vehicular access. F. Taormina mentioned that he forwarded that request to DPW last fall. He will follow up with DPW and ask if that can do one or the other this spring. Adjournment Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further old/new business items to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Pelletier made that motion, seconded by C. Michelini and approved unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 8:22 PM Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 3-10-2010 • • -5- .Comm . '�� City of Salem y j BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 20 APR -9 A 8: SS CITY -I � Notice ofWeeting 2'ou are Hereby notifiedthat the Salem Bike Bath Committee wilChoCdits regularly scheduledmeeting on Wednesday,Aprif m,2010 at 7.•OOpm at City MallAnnex Wgom 314, 112220 Was(hiinnggton St, V 1'a -'0^ t f c� (Dan Shuman, Chairman P Weeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: tDanShuman, Chair (David(Pelletier • ChristineWicheCniWi'llwm Peck 7amie Metsch ,�effrey Befn Ernest�De9daio tDavuC7faQotues 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® March 10, 2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. Bike Safety Material for City Website and distribution to Salem School System 4. Old/New Business ® Salem Bike Path Maintenance Contract Adjournment • t §& 9 1xp1€j °3g"yi t Y y� uict?il`at4(4t A`P.,19 Pe ago/0 a� O .rJ�..1,✓1,�{ 5F b# �1ad 10 Mitt €3 A�: :i � 9r qn 7C Sl�;1i. 6 120 Washington Street d• Salem, Massachusetts 01970-. Phone 978-619-5685•i Fax 978-740-0404❖ www.salem.com A i • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, April 14, 2010 A regular scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present Dan Shuman, Jeff, Bellin, David Pelletier, Christine Michelini, William Peck, Ernest DeMaio, and David Hallowes. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent: Jamie Metsch Public in,Attendance; Dr. William Cameron, Superintendent of Salem Public School Department Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:08 PM. Chairman Shuman welcomed two of the three newly appointed Committee Members: Ernest DeMaio and David Hallowes. The Chairman also acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes I Bellin made a motion to approve the March 10, 2010 Meeting Minutes seconded by D. Pelletier and approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment Chairman Shuman asked the public in attendance if they have any comments. No public comments were taken at that time. 3. Bike Safety Material for City Website and Distribution to Salem School System Chairman Shuman opened up the item for discussion. W. Peck updated the Committee on his efforts to date, which included the drafting of a cover letter, compiling of bike safety information, discussions with the Salem Police Department and Superintendent of Schools, and the invitation of both to tonight's meeting. Chairman Shuman also complied some English and Spanish bike safety material that could be incorporated into the letter or as an attachment to the letter. D. Pelletier asked Superintendent Cameron if the Public School Department can handle mailing something that large or should the Committee consider condensing the information into one or two pages (front and back), D. Pelletier suggested that the cover letter include only two pages from the attachment that Chairman Shuman passed out to all the members. Discussion ensued. Superintendent Cameron stated that the use of the Salem Public Schools Website could be used instead of mailing the material directly to parents. He also mentioned that if we agree to mail the material out or sent the material home with students that that is only done in elementary school, they do not do that with middle school or high school because often times that material never makes it home for the parents to see. He circled back to the use of the • website and added that it could be used regardless of whether a mailing goes out or not, as that method may reach more parents. C. Michelini asked Superintendent Cameron if the Public School Department could notify • parents in advance via e-mail that a mailing regarding bike safety would be sent home with students or mailed to them directly. Superintendent Cameron stated that the School Department does not have that ability. They do have the ability to call Salem Residents via reverse 911 but that will contact everyone in the City, instead of just targeting parents of school children. Discussion with the Committee regarding other options ensued. F. Taormina mentioned to Superintendent Cameron that the draft letter was put together by a committee member and submitted to the rest of the Committee prior to the meeting. It has not been reviewed by the rest of the Committee yet. In terms of mobbing forward, he asked if the Committee and the Salem Police Department could take a closer look at the cover letter and the attached material prior to submitting it to him for review, approval, and dissemination to parents and students. Superintendent Cameron agreed. D. Pelletier and the other members of the Committee thanked Superintendent Cameron for attending the meeting tonight to discuss the distribution of bike safety material throughout the Salem School System. After Superintendent Cameron left the meeting, the Committee and F. Taormina updated the two new members (Ernest DeMain and David Hallowes) on the rational and efforts made to date regarding this matter. . 4. Old/New Business Salem Bike Path Nlaintenance Contract Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina informed the Committee that next month Ferrari Landscaping will start maintaining the Salem Bike Path twice a month from May to November with a major clean-up in May and at the end of the season in November. He when into detail as to what is expected of the hired landscaping contractors at each mowing and clean-up period. He also mentioned that Ferrari Landscaping is on contract with the City next year as well, until Nov 2011. After that period, the City will re-bid the bike path maintenance contract for another three year period. He explained to the two new members that the funds used to maintain and mow the Salem Bike Path come from funds allocated by a yearly in-lieu of taxes payment (approx $7,000 a year) from the Town of Marblehead Light Commission for the perpetual rights and easements on, under, over, and through four parcels of land which comprise the Salem Bike Path Right-of-Way for the future access and maintenance of their underground and overhead electrical transmission lines. Those funds are directly deposited into a special account set up by the City of Salem for the general maintenance of the Salem Bike Path. D. Pelletier asked if the Town of Marblehead could spread out the two bollards before and after each of the foot bridges over the Forest River, as it is a hazard for bikers. F. Taormina stated that the Committee reached out to the Town of Marblehead Light Commission twice already regarding this very thing. He stated that Bob Jolly, General Manager of the Light Commission, came to a committee meeting and explained why they would not allow us to do that. Among other things, the reason was that the area had • subsurface lead contamination and they were not permitted to dig into the ground. . D. Pelletier insisted that the Committee try to persuade them to reconsider. F. Taormina asked if this matter could be tabled to the next meeting. A motion was made by D. Pelletier and seconded by C. Michelini and approved unanimously. Bike Path Extension Update F. Taormina brought the two new Committee Members up to speed on the planned extension of the Salem Bike Path. He stated that there is one remaining items that need to be resolved in order for the City of Salem to enter into a lease agreement with the MBTA to utilize an unused railroad right-of-way (ROW) and a portion of the MBTA's active railroad ROW, which is to obtain a letter from PAN AM Railways stating that they have abandoned their freight rights in the unused railroad ROW owned by the MBTA. He updated the Committee on his efforts to date, and informed them that the property owned of 142 Canal Street, the former California Olive Oil Company, is not clear as to the future use of the property and is not willing to eliminate any of his options moving forward. One of his options is to potentially reactive the unused railroad ROW and bring freight service back to that abandoned property. He stated that PAN AM Railways will not abandon their freight rights if there are any future customers. In short, he mentioned that the City will have to wait and see at this point. He is hopeful that the 142 Canal Street property is redeveloped without the need for freight access and the City can continue discussion with PAN AM Railways and ultimately with the MBTA. Outstanding Bike Path Maintenance Items D. Pelletier followed up on a previous request to have the bike gate paved around or opened and a removable bollard installed at each entrance. Discussion ensued. • F.Taormina stated that last year he requested that DPW pave around the gates but they were not able to fit it into their schedule last fall and have yet to get to it this year. He agreed that opening the gates and installing removable bollards at each entrance is a better idea. The committee members agreed. D. Pelletier made a motion that Frank open the bike gates and install removable bollards a each entrance identical to the ones at the Canal Street Entrance, seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. Adjournment Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further old/new business items to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. W. Peck made that motion, seconded by C. Michelini and approved unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 8:16 PM Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 4-14-2010 • -3- w`�'ce�d"to Cit of Salem t - City a rbl BIKE PATH COMMITTESio tmiy _b P V 28 CjTY Notice of Meeting You are hereby notifwdthat the Salem Bike Path Committee willholdits regularly scheduledmeeting on Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at 7:00pm at City 41allAnnex Room 314, 120 Washington St. Lean Shuman, r•� Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shuman,Chair DavidPe[Cetier • Christine 9kficheltni WilCiam Peck Jamie Wetsch Jeffrey Begin Ernest tDeYdaio Davul7lallawes 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® April 14,2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. Implementation of the Priority Bike Route (aka Green Line Bikeway) 4. Old/New Business ® Bike Safety Material for City Website and Distribution to Salem School System Adjournment 120 Washington Street f• Salem, Massachusetts 0 19 70❖ Phone 978-619-5685 t•Fax 978-740-0404❖ unuw.salem.com 14 • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, May 12, 2010 A regular scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 314 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Dan Shuman, David Pelletier, Jamie Metsch, William Peck, Ernest DeMaio, and David Hallowes. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent, Jeff, Bellin and Christine Michelini Public in Attendance: none Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:09 PM. Chairman Shuman introduced and welcomed new Committee Member Jamie Metsch. The Chairman also acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes Chairman Shuman identified some spelling errors in the minutes. E. DeMaio made a motion to approve the April 14, 2010 Meeting Minutes as amended,.seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. • 2. Public Comment No public comments were taken. 3. Implementation of the Priority Bike Route (aka Green Line,Bikeway) Chairman Shuman opened up the item and turned the floor over to F. Taormina. F. Taormina updated the Committee that Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike Engineers (FST) will be on contract soon to prepare construction and bid documents for the construction of the priority bike route identified in the Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan. F. Taormina also walked the Committee through the projected implantation timeline. Theoretically, if FST is on contract by next week then it will take FST approximately two months to finish the construction and bid docs, then the City would have to put it out to public bid for at least a month, then City would need to evaluate the bids, make a selection, and award a contract. Best case scenario, the selected contractor would be able to start work in September 2010. D. Pelletier asked if the Committee could review the bid specs prior to it being bid, hw would like to see the bid be broken out into option A and B. One for thermal plastic pavement markings and one for reflective roadway paint, so that the project can get done with the City's budget.. F. Taormina agreed that the Committee should review the bid specs with FST and suggested that perhaps Add Alternates could also be used to get the most of the City's budget E. DeMaio stated that FST needs to be mindful as to how the project is bid so that it is not • challenged or to confusing for contractors to bid on it. F. Taormina agreed that the intent of how the bid is awarded, how the potential use of options or add alternates would also need to be specified in detail so that the bid is clear and contractors can bid on them properly. Discussion amongst the Committee ensued. • D. Pelletier made a motion that FST put together draft bid plans and specs with the Committee's concerns and ideas in mind. Then, once the draft bid plans and specs are completed the Committee could hold a Special Meeting to review with FST prior to it being bid. Seconded by I Metsch and approved unanimously. 4. Old/New Business Bike Safety Material for City Website and Distribution to Salem School System Chairman Shuman opened up the item and gave a brief overview of what was discussed at the last meeting and what was put together by F. Taormina and Committee Member W. Peck. J. Metsch showed the Committee a tri-fold pamphlet which contained all the material that Chairman Shuman spoke about. E. DeMain stated that he liked the layout of the tri-fold pamphlet better than the cover letter and two page attachments better, as it is consolidated and more user friendly. Other members agreed that they liked what I Metsch put together. E. DeMaio added that all the photos that are embedded into the bike safety pamphlet should acknowledge and credit the photo taker. I Metsch stated that all the photos he used were taken by him. He mentioned that he just inserted photos he had as an example and that any photos could be used. He agreed that • credit should be given to the photo take as this will ultimately be a public document. D. Hallowes stated that he has graphic design skills and offered to take what I Metsch did and work on the layout of the pamphlet to enhance it. F. Taormina stated that it appears that the Committee wants to deviate from the original concept and perhaps a motion should be made in order to set a new course. W. Peck agreed that the new layout looks great and the Committee should use it, provided that all the information that the Committee has gathered to date is utilized into it. Discussion regarding the matter ensued. 1. Metsch agreed with W. Peck but asked if the legal language could be softened and reworded in a different manner. E. DeMaio echoed those sentiments and added that the bike safety pamphlet should be user friendly, not so direct. Perhaps the legal language could be used in a footnote or inserted more subtly. F. Taormina agreed and stated that the City wants to put the information out there for all audiences to understand and do it in a manner that make it fun and interesting,not in a manner which makes it feel like the City is preaching or directing them to do something. F. Taormina also took the time to thank I Metsch for taking the liberty of reworking the bike safety material as he did because it will ultimately be a better product which is easier to • distribute and easier to read and understand for all audiences. I Metsch thanked him. I Metsch asked if he could take a stab at softening the text and reworking the layout further with fellow Committee Member D. Hallowes. • W. Peck stated that bike helmet laws and other biking laws are important for people to understand and as long as that is referenced in some form or fashion in the pamphlet then he is supportive of the change. The rest of the Committee agreed. W. Peck added that a consolidated one page pamphlet is much easier to distribute throughout the City School System. He still prefers that it be mailed out in conjunction with student report cards or other school information so that it will be received by the parents. D. Pelletier made a motion to consolidate the bike safety material and cover letter into a multi-fold pamphlet. Seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. D. Pelletier made a motion that J. Metsch and D. Hallowes rework the content and refine the layout of the bike safety pamphlet. Seconded by D. Hallowes and approved unanimously. D. Hallowes asked if there was a deadline. F. Taormina stated that there isn't but show us what you have done at the next meeting and we can go from there. The Committee members agreed. F. Taormina offered to assist J. Metsch and D. Hallowes in any way he can. He stated that he has various bike path photos and all the information in the Bicycle Circulation Master Plan in electronic format if they want to use it. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further questions regarding the bike safety pamphlet, there being none he continued the matter to the next meeting. Chairman Shuman • asked if there were any other Old/New Business Items to discuss tonight. Outstanding Bike Path Maintenance Items D. Pelletier followed up on previous requests to have the bike gate paved around or opened and a removable bollard installed at each entrance, utilizing the Bike Path Maintenance Funds. F. Taormina stated that he is not sure when DPW can get to it. D. Pelletier asked if the City could hire a contractor to do it, so that it can finally be completed. F. Taormina stated that he would look into in. He stated that he would ask his landscape contractors who are currently on contract with the City to maintain the Salem Bike Path, if this is something that they could do. Discussion was had regarding changing the pavement around the gates to stone dust, which would likely be something the landscape contractors could do instead of paving. D. Pelletier asked if it could be completed as soon as possible or at least before the end of the season. Specifically, he asked that the rocks around the gate be removed and stone dust be installed to the level of the pavement and that a bollard be installed in front of the gates so that they can be opened from now on, but still act as a deterrent for motor vehicles. F. Taormina stated that he will get it done before or by the end of the season. He added that the bollards would be removable, like the ones at the Canal Street Entrance. • Living Green and Renewable Energy Fair Chairman Shuman mentioned that the Salem Chamber of Commerce asked him if the Committee would be interested in being a part of the event and holding a bike rodeo. He -3- • stated that he will be present for that event and asked if Frank still has extra bike lock and or bike helmets from the last Bike Safety Event the Committee held. F. Taormina stated that he has a whole box of extra bike locksbuthe is not sure if the Salem Police Department still has extra bike helmets. He told the Chairman that he would give him the locks for the event and will have to look into the bike helmets. Bike Share and Electric Bike Meeting Chairman Shuman stated that he and Frank were invited to a meeting at the Mayor's Office with folks from MIT and Green Mobility Inc., regarding the possibility of creating bike share stations in Salem with both regular bike and electric bikes. He explained the technology of electric bikes and he and Frank shared what was discussed at the meeting with the Committee. MAPC Bike Parking Program F. Taormina told the Committee that he was informed that MAPC will be releasing funds for the 2010 Bike Parking Program. He stated that this year, instead of giving each of the Communities within the Region and allowance based on your population, like they use to in years past. 'This year they have $475,000 available first come first serve. He told the Committee that the City will subscribe to the program this year and asked that the members start to think about places to install bike racks throughout the City so that we can capitalize on the program. • 2010 Bike to Work Week 5/17—5/21 1. Metsch explained the details of the bike to work week program offered by the North Shore TMA. He asked if the City could send out an e-mail blast so that residents and businesses are aware of it. F. Taormina stated that he would add it to the City of Salem Website on the City News link on the website, which concurrently gets e-mailed to everyone that subscribes to city news. Salem Bicycle Circulation Master Plan Question E. DeMaio asked if any of the abutting communities have Bike Path Committees, such as ours, and if they have a master plan of on and off road bike facilities they have identified, and if there is an effort to try and link some of these routes regionally. D. Pelletier stated that the East Coast Greenway is trying to do that regionally. He added that the universal approach is great but we just approved the master plan and we are currently trying to focus on the priority route. E. DeMaio stated that he understands D. Pelletier's comments, but he is not talking about a Maine to Florida bike route, which is what the East Coast Greenways mission is, he is more talking about abutting communities. For instance, if we build an on-road route to the Peabody Line, it shouldn't just end at the City Limits, if there is some outreach to the abutting communities as we implement the routes, perhaps they can continue the route through their city street as well. • F. Taormina stated that the Committee reached out to the Town of Marblehead regarding their adjoining recreational trail, but they have not attempted to reach out to other neighboring communities yet, but they should in the future. -4- • Adjournment Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further old/new business items to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Pelletier made that motion, seconded by I Metsch and approved unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 8:26 PM Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 5-12-2010 • -5- OONIDTA gPv0, -�' City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 9eo1MINE�� 2010 J!"H -3 P 1: 03 Notice ofWeeting To are hereby notified that the Salem(Bike(Path Committee wilCho(dits regularly scheduledmeeting on Wednesday,June 9,2010 at 7.•00pm at City Nad Unex Room 314, 120 Washington St. 41 DanShu an, Chairman Weeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman, Chair (David(Telletier 9amie5Yfetsck Christine MickeGni Wiliam Peck (David7 falCowes • 7efftey Beain Ernest tDeMaio 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® May 12,2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. Review Bike Safety Material for City Website and Distribution to Salem Schools 4. Old/New Business ® Outstanding Bike Path Maintenance Items ® Priority Bike Route Update Adjournment This notIm Poeled on aofdlsl Bulletin BoaW elf all 120 Washington Street-. Salem,Massachusetts 01970•. Phone 978-619-5685•3 Fax 978-740-0404 4• www.salem.com • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, June 9, 2010 A regular scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 314 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members.Present: Dan Shuman, David Pelletier, Jamie Metsch, Ernest DeMaio, and David Hallowes, Jeff Bellin and Christine Michelini Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent: William Peck Public in Attendance: Marcy Clawson and Rob Clawson (Salem Residents) In the absence of Chairman Shuman, Jeff Bellin called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM and he acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Metsch identified some spelling errors in the minutes. J. Metsch made a motion to approve the May 12, 2010 Meeting Minutes as amended, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment • J. Bellin acknowledged Marcy and Rob Clawson (Salem Residents) for the record and asked them if they had any public comments. M. Clawson stated that she often rides a bike with her child to the Saltonstall School via City Streets. In doing so she explained that some parents on the PTO get upset that she does, because it may not be safe. She asked what the Committee was doing to make riding a bike in Salem safer, and if the Committee is planning and ride routes throughout the City? J. Bellin stated that the City is going to stripe bike symblols and sharrows on the streets to delineate bike lanes. F. Taormina stated that the Committee finished a Citywide Bicycle Circulation Master Plan which identifies several on and off-road bike routes throughout the City, all which have been reviewed by a Professional Traffic Engineer. He continued to explain that presently the Committee is implementing a priority bike route (aka Green Line Bikeway), with the hopes that once completed the City and the Committee could try and make that route, or a portion of that route, a Safe Route to School. He explained what the Safe Routes to School Program was how it could be applied to the priority route. He also mentioned that once the priority route is completed that it would consist of striping bike lanes, bike pavement markings, and bike route signs placed at decision points. The hope is that once the priority route is implemented that cyclists will have their own designated lane in the street and vehicular traffic will understand that they need to share the road with cyclists, which in turn will hopefully make riding on Salem Streets safer. D. Pelletier explained where the priority route will begin and end and the rational for the route. • F. Taormina asked Chairman Shuman (arrived at the meeting at 7:15 PM) if they could take the agenda out of order and discuss the Priority Bike Route Update item under Old/New w J' • Business, while they were on the topic, as it could provide more clarification for the question asked by the public. Old/New Business Priority Bike Route Update Chairman Shuman took the meeting agenda out of order and opened up the Priority Bike Route Update item under Old/New Business. F. Taormina updated the Committee and the public with respect to the Implementation of the Priority Bike Route. He stated that the City has FST Engineers on Contract to put together Construction and Bid Documents. FST Engineers will attend the next meeting to review the bid documents. Once reviewed and approved by the Committee, the City will then bid the project. Once the project is awarded to a qualified contractor then the work will performed. He stated that the work should be completed by late summer, early fall 2010. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further questions o the matter. There being none, he tabled the rest of the Old/New Business Items and opened up agenda Item #3. 3. Bike Safety Material for City Website and Distribution to Salem School System J. Metsch identified the changes made to the previous iteration of the bike safety pamphlet. F. Taormina stated that he likes the way that the information is laid out on the previous version better than the new version. D. Pelletier stated that there are really four key things that we should try and convey: O lock • your bike, © be seen at night, © stay to the right, and © have fun. D. Hallowes stated that the photos he used were ripped from a Google image search and could be replaced if the Committee did not like them. Discussion ensued about the photos ad which ones should be used and/or replaced. E. DeMaio stated that he agreed with Frank that the layout of the previous iteration was easier to read and understand, partly because all the font is consistent, whereas the new version has different font sizes. He recommends that the font size be smaller and more consistent and better organized like the older iteration, so that it is easier to read. J. Metsch agreed with E. DeMaio's point, but stated that the text and information on the new version, which D. Hallowes and he put together is much better than the old iteration. The committee agreed. F. Taormina stated that in the absence of W. Peck, he wanted to make sure that something regarding riding at night and wearing reflective gear and proper equipment was an important thing that W. Peck wanted to see on the bike safety pamphlet. C. Michelini stated that putting to much information on the pamphlet could result in information overload. J. Metsch stated that perhaps we could add a sentence or two about reflective gear and property bike safety while riding at night under the helmet and equipment section. Discussion ensued and the Committee agreed that it should be included. • E. DeMaio asked about the helmet graphic and if the wrong way to weara he/metimage could be further exaggerated, as it is such a subtle difference from the right way to wear a he/metimage that people might not understand what is the right and wrong way to wear a • helmet. Discussion regarding how to fix the image was discussed. D. Hallowes stated that he could play with the image and address E. DeMaio's concerns. Chairman Shuman asked if the cover photo could be changed, perhaps to an image showing someone enjoying bike riding. Discussion regarding the appropriate cover photo was discussed at length. Ultimately the Committee agreed that a photo of a bike lane or an individual riding in a bike lane or bike path with appropriate safety equipment on is more suitable for cover. F. Taormina stated that he believes that he has a photo of an individual riding on the Lafayette Street bike Lane, which could work. D. Pelletier complemented both D. Hallowes and I Metsch on the work that they have done to date regarding the bike safety pamphlet. D. Pelletier made a motion to that the four keys bike safety items and the font size and consistence be changed to the draft bike safety pamphlet. Seconded by C. Michelin! and approved unanimously. D. Hallowes asked if the Committee would like to see the pamphlet on a legal size paper (81/2"x 14") so that more information could be disseminated. I Metsch stated that the Committee is so close to approving the content and layout of the pamphlet, and that they should not change things now. Discussion ensued and ultimately the Committee agreed to keep the tri-fold pamphlet on a regular 8 1/2 x 11" paper. F. Taormina stated that he will work with D. Hallowes and I Metsch on the revision. He • added that there are a couple minor changes that he would like to see on the back of the Pamphlet under the"brought to you by:"section of the pamphlet, such as adding the Salem School Department and, with all due respect, removing the Chairman's name underneath the Salem Bike Path Committee. Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further questions or comments from the Committee. There being none, he asked the pubic if they had any questions or comments regarding the Bike Safety Material. Rob Clawson suggested that perhaps the helmet graphic could be a 'spot the difference' game for children. He also agreed that the some of the extra text on the back of the pamphlet should be removed. 4. Old/New Business Outstanding Bike Path Maintenance Items F. Taormina updated the Committee on the previous request to have the bike gates permanently opened and removable bollard installed at each entrance, utilizing the Bike Path Maintenance Funds. He stated that the bollards have been ordered and he is waiting for an estimate from Ferrari Landscape Contractors, who are currently on contract with the City to maintain the Salem Bike Path. He explained how the gates will be locked open and exactly where the bollards will be installed at each entrance. Discussions regarding both matters ensued. D. Pelletier asked about the stone dust around the gate. F. Taormina stated that he will try • and get that done first, while the bollards are being fabricated. Chairman Shuman asked if the City could install a sign at the current end of the bike path and let the public know that the bike path will be extended soon. F. Taormina stated that -3- that is not a good idea, as the City has not executed the lease agreement with the MBTA yet because of the issue with Pan Am Railways not willing to release their freight right at this time. Once the Right-of-way is under the City's control then perhaps a sign stating that could be installed. MA PC Bike Parking Prograin I Metsch asked about the 2010 MAPC Bike Parking Program F. Taormina stated that this year, instead of giving each of the Communities within the Region and allowance based on your population, like they use to in years past. This year they have $475,000 available first come first serve. He told the Committee that the City has subscribe to the program and they are available to start making purchases. He asked the Committee Members to start thinking about installation locations and at the next meeting we could discuss it further. Adjournment Chairman Shuman asked if there were any further old/new business items to discuss tonight. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Pelletier made that motion, seconded by J. Bellin and approved unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 8:20 PM Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, . Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 6-09-2010 9 � -4- �C,ONUITq� ' City of Salem G BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 20M ' -l 3. 12 Notice of Meeting CITY -- lou are hereby notified that the Salem Bike Path Committee u4ffhofdits regularly scheduledmeeting on Wednesday,9uby 14, 2010 at 7:00pm at City 7fallAnnez Room 314, 120 Washington St. an Shuman, r T Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shuman, Chair tDavidPe[letier ramie Metsch ChristineMicheCni TOffltmPeck o=;id7fallawes • geffrey Begin Ernest iDe%aio 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ° ® June 9, 2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. Review and Approve Draft Construction Bid Specifications for Priority Route Bike Trail—Gary Hebert,P.E., FST Engineers 4. 2010 MAPC Bike Parking Program 5. Old/New Business ® Bike Safety Material for City Website and Distribution to Salem Schools Adjournment p {.•. p+ Harm 3lz�N • a: > air .- S _- _ ,.„� ti .,-:. s�� r _ r✓r l �3. 21 i^ ��'{. � 'S 5•fr.� 4 120 Washington Street fi Salem,Massachusetts 01970 4 Phone 978-619-5685{•Fax 978-740-0404❖ www.satem.coni • Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, July 14, 2010 A regular scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 314 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, Jamie Metsch, Ernest DeMaio, and Will Peck. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent: Dan Shuman, Christine Michelini, and David Hallowes Public..in Attendance: Gary Hebert, PE (FST Engineering) In the absence of Chairman Shuman, Jeff Bellin called the meeting to order at 7:42 PM and he acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin identified an error in the minutes. J. Metsch made a motion to approve the June 9, 2010 Meeting Minutes as amended, seconded by W. Peck and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None • 3. Review and Approve Draft Construction and Bid Specs for Priority Route Bike Trail F. Taormina recognized Gary Hebert from Fay Spofford, &Thorndike Engineering (FST). He stated that the City of Salem has contracted with them to prepared the construction and bid documents for the creation of the priority bike trail, as identified in the Salem Bike Circulation Master Plan. He then turned the floor over to G. Hebert to walk the Committee through the draft document and plans. G. Hebert (FST) reviewed each plan sheet with the Committee. D. Pelletier asked if the City/Committee could install a square black or green pole instead of the typical galvanized flat sign pole. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed that a black square pole would be better suited for the installation of all the associated bike route signs. Motion was made by D. Pelletier, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. E. DeMaio pointed out that the match lines on each of the draft plan sheets do not match and need to be corrected. G. Hebert (FST) agreed and stated that he would correct that. D. Pelletier asked about creating a more defined entrance into the Palmer Cover off-road route via jersey barriers instead of the proposed pavement markings, so that cars do not park near the entrance and block access. Discussion regarding each scenario ensured. G. Hebert suggested that the pavement markings stay, the majority of the Committee agreed to leave the plans as proposed in this area. D. Pelletier asked if the City/Committee should call out schools along the bike route in the • form of small signs under the Bike Route Sign. Discussion ensued, and the Committee agreed that this is not something that should be called out via signage. • W. Peck asked if a sign pointing out the Palmer Cover Park be included at the entrance. G. Hebert stated that the signs that direct riders to parks are located prior to arriving to the park. Once you reach the park, there is no need to identify the park. G. Hebert reminded the Committee that they are trying to minimize signage along the bike route. E. DeMaio stated that Essex Street (from South Washington Square to Hawthorne Blvd) is dangerous and the Committee should try to find a different route for riders along this stretch of the planned bike route. J. Metsch disagreed and stated that this stretch is safer than the lower end_of Essex Street and trying to exit out of South Washington Square traffic is more dangerous. Discussion about South Washington Square/Essex Street loop ensued. J. Bellin brought to the Committee attention that it was 8:30PM and meetings do not typically go longer than that time. He asked if the Committee wanted to extend the meeting and finish reviewing the draft plans and specifications or table the matter till the next meeting in September, as the Committee does not meet in the month of August. J. Metsch made a motion to extend the meeting so that the plan and specs could be reviewed and approved tonight so that the hired Engineers can revised as necessary and work with the City to bid the work next month. Seconded by D. Pelletier, approved unanimously. D. Pelletier asked if all the signs at Essex Street/Hawthorne Blvd/Washington Square near the Hawthorne Hotel and the historic properties could be eliminated and only use pavement • markings. The Committee agreed. G. Hebert (FST) will revise the plans accordingly. Discussion regarding the Intersection of Derby Street/Hawthorne Blvd/Congress Street ensued. G. Hebert (FST) explained to the.Committee that the bike route through that intersection is designed to Mass Highway Department standards. E. DeMaio and J. Bellin think that the Committee should offer a secondary route for less experienced riders. They suggest using the south side of Hawthorne Blvd from the Hawthorne Hotel to the Immaculate Conception Church to Derby Street. J. Metsch and G. Hebert (FST) disagreed and stated that routing riders in that direction still has dangers and ultimately they would have to pass through the intersection in order to continue on the bike route toward Congress Street. Ultimately it was decided that G. Hebert (FST) and F. Taormina will discuss the secondary option with the City Engineer and the Police Traffic Division and see if that option could be included into the plans. J. Metsch suggested that a sign that shows a picture of the bike lane in between the lanes of traffic might work better than the sign with text identified in the plans. G. Hebert (FST) stated that no such sign exists and that the sign they have in the plans is compliant with Mass Highway and the Federal Highway Department's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. W. Peck asked if the City could install additional street lights heading down Hawthorne Blvd toward the intersection at Derby St because it is dark. Perhaps having more street lights will help. F. Taormina stated that he would have to discuss with the City Engineer and the City Electrician. He is not certain if that is something that could be done in this bid. • D. Pelletier asked if bike sharrows could be added to Szetela Lane, near Collins Cove, instead of directing bikers along the Collins Cover off-road bike path toward Memorial Drive. Discussion ensued. G. Hebert stated that that would have to include a curb cut and the construction of an ADA compliant ramp. The budget is limited and that may not be able to fit within the budget. G. Hebert would look into that for the City and discuss that further with the City Engineer and Police Traffic Division. F. Taormina stated that a sign should be located at the entrance to the Collins Cove/Peter Tracy Walkway from Webb Street/Andres Street as that is a decision point. Riders can go right for left along Collins Cove. He suggests that the bike route sign include two small signs below: one with an arrow directing riders toward the Willows and one arrow pointing riders toward the by-pass road bike path. G. Hebert (FST) and the Committee agree. D. Pelletier suggests that the sign and arrow identifying the by-pass road bike path be changed to Beverly. The Committee agrees and G. Hebert (FST) will include that into the plans. E. DeMaio asked if the entrance into Columbus Square from Fort Avenue could be rerouted differently around the traffic island, as it is confusing. The Committee agrees. G. Hebert (FST) will change the pavement striping according. I Bellin asks if there are any further questions regarding the bike route plans and specs for G. Hebert (FST). There being none he tables the remaining items on the agenda to the next meeting on September 81" and asks for a motion to adjourn. D. Pelletier makes that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, • Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 7-14-2010 • /YYN INI�Tq.\ (- `l City of Salem BIKE PATH COMMITTEE notice of Meeting Km at frereliy nolied t{iat t(e Safem'13ikc'P,7tf Comm ittce"tviftliotdits iegafarly sclicAuttd meeting ort Wednesday, Septem(er8, 2010at7:00pmatCity JlzCltlnnet 4ywnr-il-1, t_'Ofl"Is(tiligtonSt. an,}'(nman. mien ma 14eeting,agend Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: 'Dart Shuman, Cfiair 'Da Pelletier Ckristine-IMicfichm.izt{(j PeL JamieWetscft Jeffrey'Belrn 'Ernest to tnavidJCalfmues r 1. Approval of Meeting Mmut s ® July 14, 2010 Vie_et ng Mi es 2. Public Comment � 3. 2010 MAPC M4 Parking Progra = 4. Old/Ne: w usi ess Bike afe t Material for 'ity Website and Distribution to Salem Schools Adjournme t Tide notice q ,�� s IB:f cit Ft� � . tsr idi on,; at 23,,gq Of M 1ppe��l,'� • If"s, "j,"Iis (jloa) •: 0,...... 9i4G-10-(1.707 r�uvi--c.ilr-rq cq�ir "$gym City of Salem � BIKE PATH COMMITTEE 26m, OC —e 0 � 3' l.5 `f11 Notice of Meetin Ton are hereby notifwdthat the Salem Bike Path Committee willholdits regularly scfeduledmeeting on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7.00Pm at City 9farlAnne,� Room 314, 120 Washington St. PZhuman, /67' Chairman SYfeeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Dan Shuman,Chair DavidPeffetier Christine iMscheCri `William Peck Jamie Wetsch Jeffrey Beain Ernest De9Waio David7fallowes 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ®July 14,2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. 2010 MAPC Bike Parking Program 4. Old/New Business ® Bike Safety Material for City Website and Distribution to Salem Schools Adjournment Thin nice pfttr d on goMicid o1ne City Hsll Salem, M038. on o & er. VIA to 0f vft 120 Washington Street v Salem,Massachusetts 01970—Phone 978-619-5685 *.Fax 978-740-0404 A unuw.salemxom 't Salem Bike Path Committee • Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, October 13, 2010 A regular scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Presentr Dan Shuman, Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, Ernest DeMaio, Christine Michelini, and Jamie Metsch. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absents David Hallowes and William Peck Public in Attendance: None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:14 PM and he acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. For the record, the Committee does not meeting during the month of August (summer break) and the Sept 8, 2010 Meeting was cancelled. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin made a motion to approve the July 14, 2010 Meeting Minutes, seconded by D. Pelletier and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None • g. 2010 MAPC Bike Parking Program F. Taormina reiterated to the Committee that the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), the State regional planning agency, is offering another round of funding for bike parking equipment. This program provides municipalities in the MAPC Region with the opportunity to purchase eligible bike parking equipment from three different manufactures and receive full reimbursement for the purchase price. . However, the City must cover the cost of shipping and installation. In the first year of this program (2007), the Committee focusing on installing bike racks in downtown Salem. The Committee selected fifty-four (54) locations to install bike racks. Three different styles were selected to offer Salem residents and visitors convenient and safe bike parking opportunities in downtown Salem while promoting alternative transportation. The bike racks were installed on November 7, 2007. F. Taormina explained that for this round of funding MAPC is not allocating a figure amount for each community in the MAPC Region based on their population, as they did in 2007. But instead permitting communities to drawn down funds on a first come, first serve basis. F. Taormina laid out a large map of Salem identifying all the streets, City parks, and public schools in the City. The Committee identified locations on the map where they would like to install more bike racks. The Committee agreed to use the three existing bike rack types in the locations identified. In general most of the new bike rack locations were in public parks, public schools, other downtown Salem locations. In total, the Committee identified 61 bike rack locations throughout the City: 38 U-Racks, 14 Parking Meter Racks, and 9 Vintage Racks. • J. Metsch asked if there could be some attention given to the exact locations so that the bike racks do not clutter the built environment. i • F. Taormina stated that he will keep that in mind as the exact locations are determined. Additionally, he stated that he will have to have most locations approved by various boards and commissions, such as Historical Commission, Salem Redevelopment Authority, Design Review Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, and likely the School Committee. He noted that each board and Commission, depending on the location, will weigh in on the type and location of the bike racks as well. F Taormina informed the Committee that he left a message with Dave Loutzenheiser at MAPC regarding how much money is still available for communities. Provided that there is enough money available to purchase all the bike racks identified by the Committee then he would move forward with seeking the approvals necessary to install them all. If there is not enough money available to purchase all the bike racks identified, then the Committee will have to prioritize the bike rack locations and purchase what they could with the available funds. q. Old/New Business Bike Safety Materia/ F. Taormina updated the Committee that no progress has been made to the bike safety material since the last meeting. He stated that he received some additional information from Committee Member Will Peck, but the information has not been inserted in the pamphlet and the formatting of the pamphlet is not completed. D. Pelletier suggested that the Committee spend the bulk of the fall and winter fine tuning the pamphlet so that it can be finalized and available for distribution in the Spring 2011. D. Pelletier stated that the Priority Bike Route, the Bypass Road Bike Path Connection, and • the new bike racks will all be installed/completed in the spring and there will likely be a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Mayor and other dignitaries at one or all of those events. 'The bike safety pamphlet will be a great piece of literature to disseminate at events like that. Additionally we can place it on the website and distribute to the Salem Public School System. Committee agreed. Chairman Shuman asked if the Committee could financially support an individual to give bike safety lectures, with demo bikes, to each public school. F. Taormina stated that the Committee doesn't have a budget for that. The funds are only for maintenance of the Salem Bike Path. He stated that if there are any grant opportunities for such a thing, he would discuss with the director and apply for the grant, if permitted. Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path/Bypass Rd Bike Path Connection Update F. Taormina updated the Committee on Massachusetts Department of Transportation's (MassDOT) status on the construction of a bike path connection between two existing links: the Bypass Road Bike Path (end of Saunders Street) and the Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path (at Cross Street). Priority Bike Route D. Pelletier asked what the status of the priority bike route was. F. Taormina told the Committee that the bid specs and plans have been revised to include the Committee's comments. He then reviewed and solicited comments on the plans from the City Engineer and Police Traffic Lieutenant. Those comments were forwarded to our hired • Engineers (FST Engineering). He explained that the bid specifications need to be reviewed by the Purchasing Department and that he needed to insert some CDBG Grant requirement information in the bid specs, so that the contractors bid on the project appropriately. He also explained that there is no rush to bid the project as construction will not start until spring 2011. He anticipates that the construction and bid documents should be finalized early this winter, the City will then bid the project sometime in late winter, and construction would start in early spring. Bike Path Gates Update F. Taormina updated the Committee on the status of opening the bike gates and installed bollards at each entrance into the bike path to deter vehicular access. He stated that the bollards have been ordered, fabricated, and delivered to the contractor. The contractor (Ferrari Landscaping) will be installing the bollards and mounting the bike gates in an open position in the next week or two. He stated that once the work is completed, the landscaping beds around the entrances will be re-planted and mulched so that people enter through the gates instead or around them. Chairman Shuman asks if there are any further questions or comments. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. D. Pelletier makes that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 10-13-2010 • • of City of Salem • ,. ' BIKE PATH COMMITTE�i `ZQ3 N05 -3 ^ q. 31 - ' Notice of Meeting Ton are fiere6y nottfi'ed that the Salem Bike(Path Committee wd(hofdits regularfy scheduledmeeting on Wednesday,November 10, 2010 at 7.•00pm at City 7faffAnnex 12pom 313, 120 Washington St. 1CuY! (>an Shuman, //'r, Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: (Dan Shuman, Chair tDavuftPeffetier Christine WicheCni ryi(tam Peck Jamie%etsch Jeffrey Begin Ernest tDe9Kaio tDavid7falfowes • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® October 13, 2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment g. Old/New Business ® FY2010 Annual Report ® Bike Safety Material Update ® 2010-2011 MAPC Bike Parking Grant Program Update ® Salem Bike Path Gates Update ® Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path/Bypass Road Bike Path Connection Update Adjournment y City Hall yy90 A ^ y Gaia�{� 1�J � AO 263A 1 .. :.1a .. J� 9... 1:3� 4S::➢. ea€D.f< till, 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem, Massachusetts 01970 f Ph 978-619-5685 ♦Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ unutu.salem.com i ti Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, November 10, 2010 A regular scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 313 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present; Dan Shuman, Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, Ernest DeMaio, Christine Michelini, Jamie Metsch, and William Peck. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent: David Hallowes Public in Attendance: None Chairman Shuman called the meeting to order at 7:06 PM and he acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. i. Approval of Minutes J. Bellin made a motion to approve the October 13, 2010 Meeting Minutes, seconded by J. Metsch and approved unanimously. 2. Public Comment None • 3. Old/New Business Fiscal Year 2010 Annual Report(tabled) Chairman Shuman tabled the review of the FY2010 Bike Path Committee Annual Report so that some members that did not receive the report electronically could review it during the meeting. Bike Safety Material(tabled) Chairman Shuman tabled this item as neither Will Peck nor David Hallowes had arrived yet. 2010-2011 MAPC Bike Parking Program F. Taormina informed the Committee that all the bike parking locations that were identified at the last meeting were plotted on a GIS Map. He showed the Committee the map and walked them through all the locations, types, costs, etc. F. Taormina informed the Committee that Cycle-Safe (one of the three previously selected vendors) was not selected as part of this year's MAPC Bike Parking Program, as they did not submit a complete RFP to MAPC. He reminded the Committee that they fabricate the Vintage Bike Racks, which are one of the three bike racks previously purchased and installed throughout downtown Salem. Because Cycle-Safe was not selected, the City will not be able to purchase the 9 vintage bike racks identified by the Committee as they are no longer an eligible purchase through the program and the City cannot be reimbursed for the cost. He mentioned however that the 14 Meter Racks and 38 U-Racks identified by the Committee can be reimbursed through the Program. • F. Taormina stated that because there is no guarantee that the bike parking program will continue or that Cycle-Safe will be selected again in the future should the program continue, he will discuss the matter with the Director and see if the Cycle-Safe Vintage Bike Racks can be purchased some other way. Frank stated that perhaps the City could purchase the 9 • vintage bike racks (cost is approximately $2,430) though a separate grant or funding source. He stated that since three different bike racks were purchased and installed throughout downtown Salem, the Committee should continue to purchase those three bike rack as they look to install bike racks elsewhere in the City, to keep continuity of all street furnishings in the City. Bike Path Gates Update F. Taormina informed the Committee that the bollards at each entrance into the bike path were installed and that the bike gates have been permanently opened (secured in an open position, via an anchoring system). Peter Tracy Multi-Use Path/Bypass Road Bike Path Connection Update F. Taormina updated the Committee on the current construction progress with respect to the connection of the Peter Tracy Path and Bypass Road Bike Path. He mentioned that since last meeting, MassDOT has not made much progress and it appears that they will likely not finish the remaining work until next spring. I Metsch asked if there would be a new ramp and crosswalk across Bridge Street at Webb Street, near Magic Muffler. Right now, there is no ramp at the crosswalk and the curb nearly a foot high. F. Taormina stated that he was not sure exactly where the ramp and crosswalk would be located, but MassDOT will be installing all new handicap compliant ramps at all intersections associated with the Bridge Street Reconstruction Project. He state that he would look at the plans and see exactly where it is proposed, and perhaps it can be installed in line, or near, • the Peter Tracy bike path crossing. Bike Safety Material(Cont) Chairman Shuman reopened the Bike Safety Material item as Committee Member W. Peck is now in attendance. W. Peck stated that he submitted some additional suggested text to F. Taormina several months ago but has not seen a revised bike safety pamphlet yet. F. Taormina stated that he has not received anything further from D. Hallowes in that regard, but offered to send the Committee Members the last iteration of the pamphlet and the additional suggested text from W. Peck and go from there. The Committee agreed. Fiscal Year 2010 Annual Report(Cont.) Chairman Shuman reopened the review/approval of the FY2010 Bike Path Committee Annual Report. I Metsch made a motion to approve the annual report, seconded by C. Michelini and approved unanimously. Other Old/New Business I Metsch asked about a City Ordinance regarding no bike riding on the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall. He is aware that the Committee previously discussed the matter but never submitted the request formally to City Council for their consideration. He asked if the Committee would entertain revisiting the matter and adding it to the next meeting agenda. Additionally, he suggested that perhaps the Committee also petition that no bike riding be • permitted on sidewalks in downtown Salem. He feels that riding a bike on a sidewalk in downtown Salem is more problematic then on the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall, and perhaps the trade off would appease the Council. i D. Pelletier stated that that ordinance was created prior to the formulation of this Committee and the push to become a bike friendly city. F. Taormina stated that the conflict with bikes on the pedestrian mall is with bike riders interfering with pedestrian on the sidewalk areas of the pedestrian mall (in between the bollards and buildings) but if riding were only permitted on the roadway (cobble stone portion of right-of-way) then perhaps the City Council will reconsider. W. Peck added that the conflict may also be with the elderly housing in the area. F. Taormina stated that he is not sure if riding a bike on downtown sidewalks is permitted or not, he will look into it and report back at the next meeting. J. Metsch made a motion to have a petition made to permit bike riding on the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall and to prohibit bike riding on sidewalks in downtown Salem. Seconded by D. Pelletier and approved unanimously. Other Old/New Business E. DeMaio stated that the next Bike Path Committee Meeting scheduled for December 8`" conflicts with a MAPC Regional Strategic Planning Meeting, which he was notified about and he feels discusses much of what the Committee is working on. F. Taormina clarified that the Meeting is on Dec 8`h at 7pm at Danvers town Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to develop a map identifying regional development, preservation, and transportation corridors for the Cities of Beverly, Salem, Danvers, Hamilton, Ipswich, and • Wenham. He explained that another Staff Planner for the City of Salem is involved in this planning effort but that he reviewed the map and incorporated all of the Bike Path Committee's off-road bike routes onto the plan. F. Taormina asked if the Committee if they would like to continue the December 8, 2010 Meeting to allow others to attend the meeting as well. Discussion ensued. The Committee agreed to continue the next regularly scheduled meeting to December 15th and have those that attended the Dec 81h MAPC Regional Strategic Planning Meeting report back to the Committee with their findings. F. Taormina told the Committee he would reschedule the meeting accordingly. Other Old/New Business J. Bellin wants to find funding to further the safety outreach of the Committee. He stated that advocating for bike safety is a part of the Committee's mission and they should do more to educate the public. F. Taormina stated that the City does not have funds available for such a thing, but he asked the Committee to look into other funding sources or grants available. Chairman Shuman stated that there are a couple potential bike advocacy groups that may be able to help, such as MassBike and League of American Bicyclists. He offered to look into one or both of them. • Other Old/New Business D. Pelletier mentioned that we should bring back Salem Bike License Plates or Stickers. Not necessarily for permitting purposes, but for nostalgia. Discussion ensued, the Commission did not want to pursue that at this time, but agreed it was a good idea. -33_ Other O/d/New Business Chairman Shuman mentioned that he spoke to Jim Hacker, City Parking Department, regarding installing some bike racks under cover at the Parking Garage. He stated that he would not be opposed to the idea. Chairman asked the Committee to consider that as a potential bike rack location in the future. Chairman Shuman asks if there are any further questions or comments. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. J. Bellin makes that motion, seconded by E. DeMaio and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:09 PM. Respectfully submitted by: Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 11-10-2010 • 7 f x "11Ve T� ar City of Salem kkkk\w _ BIKE PATH• COM E'�'•'/IIYE�' ��f4 :�� Notice of Rescheduled Meeting You are hereby notified that the regularly scheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee for the month of December has been rescheduled to Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at 7:00pm in City Hall Annex, Room 313, 120 Washington Street. UliN1 � yc Dan Shuman, FT Chairman • Tills1ylogc oe poo-" pw i p, 11at_.d 8 1t ' lo � . r $$ e �s� DV 29:�dt�1 �:��fel +l i{[ S4�ti.Y.d V� t✓rSan„ -.... ..cJ'd .�n }: ,b N` .:'� 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + unuw.salem.com g�eoNWT,jd City of Salem • 9 BIKE PATH COMMITTEE ego°. 201.9UK -qP1: 21 C)1 i Notice of Meeting lou are hereby noted that the Salem Bike Path Committee widhofda rescheduled meeting on Wednesday,toecem6er15,2010 at 7.•00pm at City 7faaAnnex Qjgom 313, 12/0)`Washin/g�tonStreet J fr Dan Sh4 uman Chairman Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: DanS6uman, Chair DavidTelletier ChristineAlichwhir 'M01an'Teck JamieWetsch Jeffrey Begin Ernest Deigiaw iDavul7fa[lowes • 1. Approval of Meeting Minutes ® November 10, 2010 Meeting Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. Proposed Bike Share Program—Paul Marquis, Energy& Sustainability Manager, City of Salem DPCD 4. Old/New Business ® No Bicycling Ordinance on Essex Street Pedestrian Mall (Ch.42,§.43C) ® Bike Safety Material Update ® MAPC Bike Parking Grant Program Update Adjournment Thte no ise Pl cct City Halo }� w ;; `�ec'e m�cr 9, 2010 Y W .n's 01 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 + www.salem.corn Salem Bike Path Committee Minutes of Meeting Wednesday, December 15, 2010 A rescheduled meeting of the Salem Bike Path Committee was held on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 312 at City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Jeff Bellin, David Pelletier, Christine Michelini, Jamie Metsch, William Peck. and David Hallowes. Also present was Staff Planner Frank Taormina Members Absent: Dan Shuman and Ernest DeMaio Public in Attendance: None In the absence of Chairman Shuman, Jeff Bellin assumed the Chair position and called the meeting to order at 7:09 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. 1. Approval of Minutes J. Metsch made a motion to approve the November 10, 2010 Meeting Minutes, seconded by C. Michelin! and approved unanimously. z. Public Comment None • 3. Proposed Bike Share Program Paul Marquis the Energy & Sustainability Manager for the City of Salem introduced himself to the Committee and handed out some material regarding the City's proposed Bike Share Program in conjunction with Salem State University (SSU). He explained the basic framework of the program: bikes can be rented from several different Hubs located all over the City and at SSU, and can be dropped off at any Hub after use. The intent is to provide alternative transportation for SSU students, commuters, residents, and visitors in Salem. P. Marquis informed the Committee that the City in early 2010 the City of Salem was designated as a "Green Community" by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. As a Green Community the City was allotted a $245,000 grant. Of that grant amount the City identified $25,000 toward creating a pilot bike share program. SSU is a partner but they have not contributed any funding in the pilot program. They will likely want to wait and see what the ` pilot program yields. f P. Marquis stated that Professor Saverio Manago Operation Management Class at SSU is currently working on the logistics of the bike share operation, and will share the results with the City in the near future. He also mentioned that there was an intra-campus bike share program that was largely successful at SSU called "Vikings go Biking" program in 2004, now defunct. P. Marquis stated that the Mayor is hopeful that the pilot program will be up and running in the Spring 2011. He stated that there are several challenges with getting this program up and running and to keep it sustainable, such as but not limited to, bike theft, maintenance of • bikes and bike hubs, check-in check-out system, safety, liability, the need to engage and get buy-in from public, businesses, volunteers, etc. J. Metsch asked about bike theft and how the City plans on controlling that. 4 • P. Marquis stated that that hasn't been worked out yet, but typically an id, credit card, or deposit would need to be collected before a bike is used. Regardless, the City would need to use some of its budget toward bike replacement and/or repairs. D. Hallowes elaborated on both issues and expressed his concerns with the City of Salem being able to successfully create a bike share program, when other more bike savvy cities have tried and failed. P. Marquis mentioned that the bike share program in those other cities did not fail because of theft or little ridership, but because the funding ran out. P. Marquis shared with the Committee some anecdotal information regarding technology that the Salem Police Dept may have. He claimed that the Salem Pd has a chip that can be inserted into just about anything, like a bike, that responds to radio signals like a to-jack security system. He is going to look into whether that system could be used in the bike share program to recover stolen bikes. I Bellin asked about bike theft or damage when the renter leaves it somewhere or locks it up to a bike rack, how the City would handle those instances. P. Marquis stated that those things may happen and the City would need to create a policy for those instances. He stated that there is no real way to avoid theft or damage, we can only assume and minimize loss. • I Bellin asked if the Salem Ferry Pier is a Hub location. P. Marquis stated that that is a potential site, but they have not determined the exact hub locations yet. C. Michelini stated that perhaps businesses in Salem could sponsor a Hub location and assist in renting the bikes and could take a percentage of the rental sales? P. Marquis stated that that is something the City has been considering. He stated that if we have a successful pilot program then SSU might contribute money and perhaps businesses could piggy back on its success. I Metsch and D. Hallowes are still skeptical about the success of program. They stated that Portland, Oregon is a highly bike friendly city with well established bike infrastructure and it ended up failing as well. They also stated that UNH also tried and failed in Durham, NH. J. Metsch applauds the City's interest in creating such a program, but asked it there was any way that those funds could be reused for some other bike initiative, that has more of a success rate. P. Marquis stated that the funding was acquired in part to create a pilot bike share program, and if successful, we could build upon that with public/private investment and/or more state funding. If the pilot program fails then the bike share program will likely not continue. He stated that in theory the money likely could be reprogrammed to another green initiative, but the Mayor really wants to try and make the bike share program work in Salem. • P. Marquis stated that he is very interested to see what the SSU Operations Management class can contribute to this discussion. • W. Peck passed out some photos from a recent trip to London and Amsterdam, showing bike parking garages, bike racks, bike share stations, etc. The committee passed them around and commented. J. Bellin wanted Paul to clarify that the bike share program failures from elsewhere was because of budget and ongoing operational expenses, right? P. Marquis confirmed. D. Pelletier stated that for the pilot program he would cut out the electric bikes and just utilize regular bikes, suggested that the City keep it simple for the first year. He stated that he likes the idea of having college kids use their college IDs as collateral as they can charge damage or theft to their tuition. He suggested a Hub location at the MBTA train station. He also suggested that the bikes be utilitarian, not fancy. For instance, the bikes should have baskets, perhaps over the back wheel, so that people can shop and carry things on them. J. Metsch asked if the City could look into some other communities that currently have a bike share program and ask them about their successes and failures. He also added that he really likes the public/private or sponsorship idea that might work better than the municipal model. D. Pelletier stated that maybe do three different models in the pilot program, SSU collaboration model, commuter model, and local tourist model. He also thought the City should begin with the SSU model, expand to include tourists, then go after the commuter segment. J. Bellin asked if there was any further questions from the Committee regarding the bike share program, there being none he thanked P. Marquis for attending the meeting and • updating and educating the committee on the program. P. Marquis thanked the Committee for their time and stated that he appreciates the skepticism as it is a good thing to hear all that could go wrong, so that the City can try and mitigate for those issues. 4. Old/New Business No Bicycling Ordinance on Essex Street Pedestrian Mall(Ch 42 Section 43C) F. Taormina stated that he discussed the Committee's request to the Director and she advised him that the City will be holding a public hearing on January 11`h with Peabody Essex Museum and the Salem Partnership to redesign the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall. She mentioned that it may be premature to request and ordinance change, get the mall is going to be redesigned in the near future. Instead she suggested that the Committee attend the meeting and voice their opinion on accommodating biking on the pedestrian mall. Frank stated that the Director is going to e-mail the meeting notification to all the City Boards and Committees for their input. J. Metsch stated that it may take years for the pedestrian mall to be redesigned. In the interim couldn't we request that they permit biking on the pedestrian mall. F. Taormina stated that he understands and suggested that the Committee attend and participate in the redesign meeting and go from there. The Committee agreed and added that if there seems to be support from the general public at the meeting that biking should be allowed today, they will ask Frank to ask the Director to reconsider. • Bike Safety Material D. Hallowes apologized to the Committee for his absence the last couple months, as he conflicts in his schedule, but reassured the Committee that he will continue to work on the Bike Safety Material with the Committee. -3- • W. Peck offer some suggestions regarding the information complied to date and gave his notes to D. Hallowes. F. Taormina asked D. Hallowes if he is still willing to spearhead the formatting and preparation of the bike safety pamphlet. D. Hallowes agreed. D. Hallowes suggested that the Committee create a Facebook Page. Committee agreed. D. Hallowes said he would look into it. MAPC Bike Parking Program Grant F. Taormina updated the Committee on the status of the project. He explained that the Historic Racks cannot be funded this year, and that he would move forward with permitting, purchase, and installation of the other two bike rack styles throughout the City. D. Pelletier asked if the City could purchase two historic bike racks for in front of City Hall. F. Taormina said that that was a good point and that he would look into it. I Bellin asked if there are any further questions or comments. There being none, he asked for a motion to adjourn. I Metsch makes that motion, seconded by D. Hallowes and approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:34 PM. Respectfully submitted by: • Frank Taormina, Planner/Harbor Coordinator BPC 12-15-2010 • Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee • Meeting Minutes Monday,October 24th, 2016 A meeting of the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee was held on Monday,October 24th,2016 at 7:00 PM in Meeting Room 311 at Salem City Hall Annex, 120 Washington Street. Members Present: Dan Shuman,Michael Jaros, Michael Williamson,Kylie Sullivan,Richard Frank,Eric Papetti Also Present: Jeff Elie, City of Salem Staff Planner Members Absent: Joseph O Neill Invited Guests: David Knowlton,City Engineer Public in Attendance: Heather Famico,Ward Councilor,Andrea Leary(North Shore Transportation Management Association), Richard Frank called the meeting to order at 7:08 PM. He acknowledged those members absent and present for the record. September 19th,2016 meeting minutes approved with corrections. D. Shuman motioned,Williamson seconded, all approved. 1. Public Comment 2. New/Old Business • Update on Complete Streets/Roadway Construction—City Engineer David Knowlton gave an update on current and planned roadway improvements that will impact bicycle mobility and access in the City.This will • include Canal St.and Canal St off-road path updates,restriping of bike lanes and sharrows on existing roads, MassDOT Complete Streets funding projects,paving schedule and potential for bike markings on newly paved roads, and other bicycle related engineering projects in Salem. - Repaving of about 55 streets has begun and will continue until the weather will no longer allow. David will look at the streets wide enough to accommodate bike lanes and/or sharrows - Canal St. Path Phase H—The funding for the Canal St. off-road path is still needed but has been added to the State TIP program for 2019 funding. This means that the path will not be built until a year after the northern portion of the path is built. Because Keolis is requiring the City to move utilities for the active rail spur located adjacent to the planned path,the cost for the southern portion of the path is very high. ($2.5 million) - After the utilities are moved in,the path will run adjacent to the path until the switching equipment and it will zig zag and make an at-grade crossing over the tracks. The City is also moving forward on the redesign and improvement to the Lafayette and Loring intersection at Salem State. During the Winter the City will be designing the intersection to improve safety and pedestrian/bicycle access to that intersection. After the design is finished,the City will apply for MassDOT Complete Streets funding to construct the improvements.This would take place in Summer 2017. • Salem Bicycle Share RFP Results and Vendor Selection—The City is exploring options to upgrade the existing Salem Spins program to a more automated,bike-share style model similar to Boston's Hubway bike share system. The City has received two proposals and has evaluated the proposals. RideOn USA and Zagster were the two proposals received by the City.Because the City was not looking for • an a-bike solution and Zagster had more experience working with small cities in the US,Zagster received the higher score than RideOn USA.Additionally,the Zagster system is a full turn-key system and the cost of the system is on a per-bike basis so the City can add hubs and bikes as needed. Page 1 of 2 H. Famico asked the Committee why the City had not considered Hubway as an alternative to these two systems. J. Elie clarified that the cost of the Hubway system was prohibitive to implement in Salem. The cost per Hubway hub is about $60,000 plus yearly maintenance fees while a 18-bike, 3 hub Zagster system in about $35,000 per year. The City needs a full tum-key bike share service now so the Zagster system is more feasible and practical for a community of Salem's size. The Zagster program can also be expanded to neighboring communities such as Swampscott, Peabody, and Beverly. Beverly has already been briefed of Salem's commitment to a new bike share and is considering options to take part as a regional bike share in the future. • Bicycle Master Plan Update Discussion—CIP Engineering money was allocated to update the Master Plan. Discussion of Request for Proposals content for the Master Plan consultant will take place. The goal will be to have a finalized draft for putting into a formal RFP to be released in early November 2016. J. Elie had drafted the RFP requirements for a Bike Master Plan RFP and sent the document to the Committee.He asked the Committee to review the document and provide comments in the following days/weeks so it can be edited. • Rt IA Vinnin Square Corridor Study-There is a working group meeting and update for this study on Monday the 24b so an update will be given in regards to its status. J.Elie and E. Papetti attended the Rt 1A Vinnin Square Corridor Study, which is a study commissioned by the Boston MPO and the Town of Swampscott to look at the corridor that extends from Salem on Loring Ave south through Swampscott's Vinnin Square.The Boston MPO and Swampscott were asked by Salem to include the section of 1 in Salem before the curve at the YMCA so efforts in Salem on that road could be integrated with Swampscott's effort to relieve traffic congestion and improve safety along that corridor. J. Elie attended to see the progress made and see the recommendations. While all along the corridor, pedestrian access and safety was improved through new sidewalks, crosswalks, and pedestrian lights at major• intersections,there was a lack of specific protected bicycle infrastructure along the corridor, especially on roads that were wide enough to accommodate at least a bike lane. In most circumstances,the study recommended just a large shoulder but no bicycle sharrows or bicycle symbols. Since the City of Salem has adopted a Complete Streets policy, it would make the most sense to add bicycle lanes or a protected bicycle lane with a buffer along the whole corridor. At intersections,painted bicycle boxes could be added to allow for bicyclists to take turns into shopping plazas or into businesses along the corridor. Additionally, automobile lane widths could be reduced additionally to calm traffic and give more room for bike lanes and sidewalks. Actions I Elie—will take draft RFP comments and compile them to edit the Bike Master Plan RFP so it will be ready to release Meeting called for adjournment at 8:34 by D. Shuman. Seconded by M. Williamson.All approved Respectfully submitted by: Jeffrey Elie, Energy and Sustainability Manager Approved by the Bicycling Advisory Committee on November 20,2017. • Page 2 of 2 City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on Monday.May 15.2017, at 7:00pm at 120 Washington St, 3rd Floor, Salem,MA Meeting Agenda Call Meeting to Order Roll Call: Cn s 1. Public Comment •DC7 -- r 2. New/Old Business 3> NR • Derby Square Bike Lanes • Zagster Bike Share Update and Discussion on Expanded Locations • Downtown Bike Lane Updates • Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law,Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections I8-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on MAY;1d, 2017 at ¢:lZ�M in accordance with GL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. • 120 Washington Street i Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ unaw.salem.com ,FC06911T City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE g TRAFFIC & PARKING COMMISSION- 2111 OMMISSION-2111 JUN 1'4 PM` 1211 'CITY CLERK SALEM. MASS Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that the Salem Traffic and Parking Commission and Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a special joint meeting on Monday.June 19, 2017 at 120 Washington Street, 3rd Floor,Salem,MA. The joint meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. A regular Bicycling Advisory Committee will be held immediately following the joint meeting. Meeting Agenda Joint Meeting(Traffic and Parking Commission and Bicycling Advisory Committee) • Call Meeting to Order • Roll Call • MassWorks Bridge Street"Complete Streets" Reconstruction—The City of Salem recently received a$3.5 million MassWorks grant to provide"Complete Streets"upgrades to a portion of Bridge Street, Boston Street, and Goodhue Street. The Department of Planning and Community Development requests that the two committees jointly review and comment on the project's 25% design. • • Adjournment, Traffic & Parking Commission Regular Bicycling Advisory Committee Meeting • Update on Salem bike share rollout and planned expansion • Update on Canal Street Phase II bike path • Update on Bicycle Master Plan • Miscellaneous Updates • Adjournment, Bicycling Advisory Committee meeting Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 a This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hail, Salem, Mass, on >c ioIf in accordant with MGL Chap. 30A, n§P18 25. • 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com Please Sign-In Joint Meeting of Parking & Traffic Commission and Bicycle Advisory Committee June 19, 2017 Name Address Phone Email z,zA� ��N `181221 .- \'zzl '�Z��h-cn�n,A2za��ua Stgh�ee.ca� li S �c�o��` �lYS1L2 .� �(7_�-35� (���9a 3cv`elLCrS , I. ro ` 1Li1V v 7gj -'51L 74ht1 Gam : S10 06�'lZ � J • Page � of k • Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee: Joint meeting with Traffic& Parking Commission Monday, June 19, 2017, 7:00 p.m. Bicycling Advisory Committee Members Present: Dan Shuman(Chair), Richard Frank, Michael Jaros,Joseph O'Neil, Kylie Sullivan, Michael Williamson, Raymond Swartz, Eric Papetti (of both Bicycling Advisory Committee and Traffic & Parking Commission) Bicycling Advisory Committee Members Absent: None Traffic&Parking Commission Members Present: Tanya Stepasiuk(Chair), Jamie Metsch. Traffic& Parking Commission Members Absent: Nicholas Downing, Robert Preczewski. Also Present: Tom Devine, Senior Planner; Matt Smith, Director of Traffic and Parking. Chairs Dan Shuman and Tanya Stepasiuk jointly called the meeting to order. MassWorks Bridge Street"Complete Streets" Reconstruction—The City of Salem recently received a $3.5 million MassWorks grant to provide"Complete Streets" upgrades to a portion of Bridge Street, Boston Street, and Goodhue Street. The Department of Planning and Community Development requests that the two committees jointly review and comment on the project's 25% design. Documents: • PowerPoint Presentation: Bridge Street Reconstruction Project, Stantec Consulting, Inc., • 6/19/2017 • 25%Design Plans: Bridge Street Reconstruction Project, Stantec Consulting, Inc., June 2017 Economic Development Planner Andrew Shapiro provides a summary of the project and an update on its status. Shapiro introduces the City's consultant engineer, Rick Azzalina of Stantec. Azzalina presents a PowerPoint slide show describing the 25%design. (This presentation is available as part of the meeting record.) Members asked why the southerly bike path enters the street as a striped bike lane short of the crosswalk. Azzalina responds that the right of way is restricted in this location by the canal. The discussion includes several possible solutions: • Combining bike and pedestrian path • Adjusting light post locations • Obtaining land from the Gateway Center • Moving the crosswalk • Installing sensors to detect oncoming bicycles to activate crosswalk signal • Reducing or removing the roadway median • Reducing automobile lane widths Matt Smith suggests that bike facilities must be considered in balance with automobile and pedestrian facilities, since this is a complete street project. 1 ,7 The group discusses plans for the Boston and Bridge Street intersection. Members consider • whether the two one-way streets, Proctor and Pope Streets, should have their directions reversed. The group discusses whether there is a need for the proposed western left turn lane from Bridge to Proctor Street. A member suggests that concurrent pedestrian signals be considered with a lead phase for pedestrians. No such signal exists in Salem. An advantage would be that it would remove the pedestrian-only signal from the cycle. However, drivers would need to become accustomed to it. A member encourages the City to consider making the shortest possible crosswalk lengths. Smith suggests squaring off the corners of the intersection to calm traffic. The group discusses options for bikes to travel through this intersection. Shapiro notes that one option is to bypass the intersection by taking Grove Street to Beavers Street. A member emphasizes that he would like to see more attention overall put into the intersections. The group discusses the Flint and Boston Street intersection. The group considers the challenge of riding west along Bridge Street through this intersection and having to veer from a straight travel path. A member notes that safety guidance suggests setting back crosswalks so that cars can see pedestrians in front as they turn rather than in their peripheral vision. Smith suggests squaring off this intersection. Another member asks that progressive signaling be considered that detects an approaching cyclist and triggers a no-right-turn-on-red sign. Devine suggests that the project team coordinate with the Salem Suede developers who are adding a path segment near this intersection. The Traffic &Parking Commission closes their portion of the joint meeting and a regular • meeting of the Bicycling Advisory Committee continues. Update on Salem bike share rollout and planned expansion Devine states that the three Zagster stations opened with stations at Federal Street, Front Street, and Blaney Street, with 18 bikes. Three new stations opening in July will be located at the Willows, Salem State, and Congress and Peabody Streets. This will result in a total of 36 bikes. The three existing stations each have 8 bike spaces,but the three new ones will each have 12 spots. Shuman describes his work rebalancing the stations under contract with Zagster. He also mentions problems with the lock system. Devine says that Zagster is scheduled to upgrade all its locks in July. Update on Canal Street Phase II bike path Devine says that the recent public meeting for the project was a required step for MassDOT to move the project from the 2019 TIP to 2018. Smith reports that this effort was successful. So it will now be put out to bid in the fall and construction can start as soon as next spring. The group discusses options for connecting the northern terminus of the Phase I section with downtown. Update on Bicycle Master Plan • 2 • l► . Devine reports that the City received five proposals in response to the request for qualifications: McMahon, VHB, Alta, Toole, and Howard Stein Hudson. Devine will put them online for any Committee members who would like to review them and share comments. Miscellaneous Updates Smith states that planning is underway to connect the off-road path at Collins Cove with the Bentley School and through the City's Szetela Lane property, Beatty Park, and to the power plant site where the new berm will have public paths connecting to the waterfront. There will also be a striping plan for Fort Ave. with painted buffered bike lanes connected to Salem Willows. Smith describes plans to add bike lanes to Jefferson Ave. In addition, he says that designs are in place for Loring Ave. striping, where there may be an opportunity for a pilot protected lane. Adjournment, Bicycling Advisory Committee meeting The Committee votes to adjourn at 9:05 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Tom Devine, Senior Planner Approved by the Bicycling Advisory Committee on July 17, 2017 3 �COE7NT fi City of Salem r BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,July 17, 2017, at 7.00pm at the City Hall Annex 120 Washington St, 3'd Floor conference room. MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Update on City Bicycling Initiatives . yep • Salem Bike Share expansion and utilization rn'{ r • Bicycle Master Plan 3r Drn • Boston and Bridge Streets MassWorks Project Cn r.� r • • Canal Street Bike Path • Other 3. Announcement of new member 4. Meeting minutes—June 19, 2017 5. Adjournment This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on JUL 1 3 209 at /L 0 711 in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 • 120 Washington Street + Salem,Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 + Fax 978-740-0404 +www.salem.com Please Sign-In Bicycling Advisory Committee July 172 2017 Name Address Phone Email I � Page o4_ R City of Salem f BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,August 21, 2017, at 7.00pm at the City Hall Annex 120 Washington St, 3rd Floor conference room. MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Updates on City Bicycling Initiatives P. c P. • Salem Bike Share expansion and utilization 3-< .I C-) r rn • Bridge Street MassWorks Project A u):K . • Essex Street from Washington to North Street Q' • • Power Plant pathways • Boston Street redesign • Miscellaneous updates 3. Bicycle Master Plan: Update and selection representatives to serve on Steering Committee 4. Meeting minutes—July 17, 2017 5. Adjournment This notice posted on "Official Bu leti Qard" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on AU6 9 M at 2_50-PH in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. • Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street + Salem,Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 +Fax 978-740-0404 + w .salem.com k City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY C`MMITTEE INISO 12 pif go . Notice of Mee ' SSp� Y CLERK You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling AtdlttsPj ddrAftee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,September 18, 2017, at 7.00pm at the City Hall Annex 120 Washington St, 3rd Floor conference room. MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. FY18 Community Preservation Plan–Request for Comment/Input 3. Updates on City Initiatives • Salem Bike Share October Boost • Bridge Street MassWorks Project This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" • Canal Street Multi-Use Path City Hall, Salem, Mass. on atin accordance with MGL Chap. 0A, • DerbyStreet Vision x`00 Ql Sections 18-25. • Bicycle Master Plan 4. Updates on Relevant Development Projects • Ferris Junkyard Redevelopment(16, 18, 20R Franklin St.) • Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina(10 White St.) 5. Miscellaneous Updates 6. Meeting minutes—August 21, 2017 7. Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 • 120 Washimgtc m Street + Salem,Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 +Fax 978-740-0404 + u .salem.wm Y A L` • Meeting Minutes Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee ` Monday, July 17, 2017, 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Joseph O'Neil, Michael Williamson, Raymond Swartz, Eric Papetti, Richard Frank Members Absent: Dan Shuman (Chair), Kylie Sullivan, Michael Jaros Also Present: Tom Devine, Senior Planner; Jayne O'Leary, newly appointed member (Council confirmation pending) Michael Williamson,presiding as Acting Chair, opens the meeting. Salem Bike Share Expansion and Utilization . .t Devine states that there have been 898 rides to date. Blue Cross Blue Shield will sponsor ribbon cutting for the new station at Salem Willows this coming Thursday. The Mayor will be present and Blue Cross will provide healthy snacks to build on their theme of healthy living. Devine continues to promote the bike share at the farmers market. • The Committee discusses the operation of the bike share, expressing concern about the condition of the bikes at the Congress Street station. Devine says that Salem Cycle was under contract to maintain the bikes,but Zagster and Dan Shuman ended that relationship and a new independent contractor is now maintaining and balancing the bikes. The City expects Zagster to keep bikes maintained. The Committee discusses the ridership trends. Devine reports that there was a recent surge,but it seemed to have been a peak that has passed. He still thinks there may be 1,000 rides by the end of the month. The City will be continuing to watch how utilization is impacted by the start of the fall,beginning of the Salem State University semester, and the October Halloween activity. A member asks what the plan is for Zagster's marketing. Devine says he expects Salem State to conduct mass outreach to their students and to lead a promotional event once the semester starts. The bike share is advertised in the Haunted Happenings guide. The Committee suggests making sure that there is material about the bike share available to the people staffing the October info booth. The Committee also suggests working with the fent'operator to promote the system. Bridge Street MassWorks Project Devine announces September 7 as a tentative date for a public meeting for the project,probably at the Moose Hall. This presentation will include revisions that resulted from the review by this committee and the Traffic &Parking Commission. Devine does not know that there will be • another chance for the Committee to review this, so this may be their last chance to review and comment on the design. 1 r J J The Committee expresses hope that the presentation will be led by someone who is skilled at • public engagement. Devine states that he agrees that it would be beneficial to the presentation to be conducted that way, but he thinks it is likely that an engineer will lead the presentation. Papetti motions to request that Devine request that the project team utilize a public engagement specialist at the upcoming presentation. Michael Williamson seconds and all vote in favor. Papetti notes that he had suggested that the Bike Master Plan consultant could review the MassWorks project. Essex Street from Washington to North Street Devine reports that he and Kylie Sullivan participated in the first stakeholders group meeting for the project's design. He says he was impressed with how much the consultant may be able to fit into what feels like a narrow street. A number of options were presented, including angled parking, which nobody liked and retaining parking on both sides with a new striped bike lane. Devine himself asked the consultant to consider a design that retains parking on both sides, adds bike sharrows to the vehicle lane, and stripes a contraflow bike lane. He thinks this would vastly improve bike circulation if bikes and legally and safely ride both ways down this street. Also under consideration is a modest widening of the sidewalks, installation of crosswalk bump-outs, and very selectively removing a small number of parking spaces to add especially wide sidewalks in places where the pedestrian realm might be expanded. Devine plans to continue to be involved with the design and to report back to the Committee as it progresses. • Power Plant Pathways Williamson states that there is a major opportunity for a path connection through the reconfigured site. Devine says the design of the paths through the planned berm were reviewed and approved by the Conservation Commission and Planning Board. He says that he views these as walking paths that may be traversable by bike, but probably won't be a natural means for bikes to get from one place to another. However, there has been no determination about what kind of pathways will be developed through the vast vacant land being made available as a result of the power plant redevelopment. A framework for the reuse of these vacant areas will come out of the upcoming harbor plan update. The plan will likely look exclusively at this part of the waterfront, since the last plan update assumed that the coal power plant would continue to utilize the entire site. Footprint Power is conducting their own internal planning to determine what kind of tenants they may be able to attract to the site. Devine expects there to be coordination between Footprint's planning and the harbor plan update process. Devine adds that the Derby 2020 Vision and Bike Master Plan update will need to look at how public paths on the site will be integrated with the surrounding neighborhood. Devine believes this will cover Bridge Street to the Peabody line. Boston Street Redesign • 2 t C` • Devine reports that there will be a design process to get this project to a 25% design in order to get it on the state TIP. VHB has completed some surveying and will begin design this fall. It is expected that the Committee will be given an opportunity to review it. Papetti states that he thinks the Committee needs to be part of the early discussions about a project's scope and budget, rather than later in the design. Richard Frank remarks that this is one of the complaints the previous committee had. Devine states that he recognizes that the City is transitioning to such a way of doing things, but that this is as slow and challenging as any human being changing their habits. Evidence of very real progress on this account includes having a strong complete streets advocate in the position of Director of Traffic &Parking, the creation of a new Traffic&Parking Commission, and having dedicated staff for this Committee. Miscellaneous Updates Devine announces that,beginning in September, the traffic lights and 10 key downtown intersections will be upgraded to smart signals that not only adjust in real time to traffic conditions,but also communicate with each other. -- Papetti expresses concern about the delay in the state's contract to stripe bike lanes from the train station, down Washington Street, through Derby Street, and up Norman Street back up to Bridge Street. This was originally scheduled to take place this fall, but is now expected to be delayed until next year. Papetti suggests that a call from the mayors whose communities are to get bike lanes through this state contract should consider calling the state to see if it can be put back on schedule. Devine commits to consulting with Matt Smith about that. The Committee discusses the schedule for completing Phase I of the Canal Street bike path. Devine says he thought it was expected to be completed this fall,but can check on this. Meeting minutes--July 17, 2017 Frank motions to approve the minutes, Papetti seconds, and all vote in favor. Bicycle Master Plan: Update and selection representatives to serve on Steering Committee Devine reports that the Mayor accepted the selection committee's recommendation to hire Toole to complete the plan. After some negotiation to get the fee proposal within budget, the contract is now being processed. Devine expects the process to begin mid-September. The Committee expresses interest in dedicating one of its meetings to having a charrette-style discussion as part of the planning processes. Devine suggests that the right time for such a meeting is probably after the consultant collects data on existing conditions but before they make their recommendations. Pepetti, Williamson, and O'Neil volunteer to serve on the steering committee. • Adjournment 3 Y1 I Williamson motions to adjourn at 8:10 pm, Swartz seconds, and all vote in favor. • Respectfully submitted, Tom Devine, Senior Planner Approved by the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee on September 18, 2017 4 City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE '-� 201TOCT 12 AM 9:01 Notice of Meeting CITY CLERK SALEM, MASS You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, October 16,2017, at 7.06pm at the City Hall Annex 120 Washington St, 3rd Floor conference room. MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order o 2. Review of draft comment letter on FY18 Community Preservation Plan a - d 3. Updates on City Initiatives I R w O L • Salem Bike Share a p U d \ t7 • Boston Street Redesign t • Bridge Street MassWorks Project • .0 �U • Bicycle Master Plan e y O 0 4. Updates on Relevant Development Projects o • Ferris Junkyard Redevelopment(16, 18, 20R Franklin St.) 0 ui • Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina(10 White St.) _r N C: :r7 r 5. Miscellaneous Updates I � cw � 0 • Discussion of Potential Pump Track Project t 7 6. Meeting Minutes—October 24,2016& September 18,2017 7. Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law-Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 • 120 Washington Street 1 Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 i Fax 978-740-0404 1 u .salem.wm City of Salem s BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2017N0V 15 AMRA Notice of Meeting CITY CLERK' SALEM MASS You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,November 20, 2017, at 7.06pm at the City Hall Annex 120 Washington St, 3rd Floor conference room. MEETING AGENDA �o QQ M 1. Call Meeting to Order V Q. to �to 2. Updates on City Initiatives 4 m V C J • Salem Bike Share m a t • Boston Street Redesign m •" r73 • Bridge Street MassWorks Project • Bicycle Master Plan 0_ y a y O 3. Updates on Relevant Development Projects 0 w _c • Ferris Junkyard Redevelopment(16, 18, 20R Franklin St.) a rJ N m cn • Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina(10 White St.) w = y 4. Miscellaneous Updates c = o • Potential Pump Track Project to 5. Review of 2018 Meeting Schedule 6. Meeting Minutes—October 24, 2016& September 18,2017 7. Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 i Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ wu .salem.wm City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE *REVISED* Notice of Meeting You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,November 20,2017, at 7:00pm at the City Hall Annex 120 Washington St, 3'd Floor conference room. *REVISED* MEETING AGENDA P 1. Call Meeting to Order s 2. Review of Collins and Webb Street Intersection Improvements �n x A o t—r C 3. Updates on City Initiatives rn .- C--) d+ • Salem Bike Share mrrry • Boston Street Redesign • Bridge Street MassWorks Project • m�V ca • Bicycle Master Plan r. C J 4. Updates on Relevant Development Projectsa d � • Ferris Junkyard Redevelopment(16, 18,20R Franklin St.) m�w • Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina(10 White St.) tt-- c @ 5. Miscellaneous Updates O c o N C • Potential Pump Track Project R 6. Review of 2018 Meeting Schedule c £ c vi CL ry 7. Meeting Minutes—October 24,2016& September 18,2017 u o �l� c 8. Adjournment c = o H0 cc 0) Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033. 120 Wwhutjton Street 1 Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦ Fax 978-740-0404 1 u .salem.wm �t Meeting Minutes Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee Monday, September 18, 2017, 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Dan Shuman (Chair), Kylie Sullivan, Joseph O'Neil, Michael Williamson, Raymond Swartz, Eric Papetti, Richard Frank, Jayne O'Leary Members Absent: Michael Jaros Also Present: Tom Devine, Senior Planner Chair Shuman opens the meeting. Meeting minutes—August 21, 2017 Williams motions and O'Leary seconds to approve the minutes and all vote in favor. FY18 Community Preservation Plan—Request for Comment/Input Ed Moriarty, Jr. of the Salem Community Preservation Committee(CPC) presents an overview of the eligible uses of Community Preservation Act(CPA) funds. He states that standalone transportation projects are not eligible unless they are a component of a recreation or open space project. Such projects should be planned in coordination with the Park &Recreation Department. Devine recommends that the Committee issue a letter to the CPC to comment on their annual Community Preservation Plan update. The Committee asks Devine to retrieve the information Jeff Elie had gathered regarding requesting funds to construct a pump track. The Committee suggests that the CPC's application evaluation criteria should encourage affordable housing projects to include bike facilities. Devine will circulate a draft letter for comment from the Committee. Updates on City Initiatives Salem Bike Share October Boost Devine reports that Blue Cross Blue Shield and Salem State University have both recently held events to promote the bike share. Zagster is providing 18 additional bikes and a new"virtual station" option for October. The Committee discusses the logistics of the virtual stations. Devine notes that ridership has increased, thanks in part to the new Salem State hub which may be responsible for higher weekday ridership. Sullivan states that the October information booth could use information about Zagster. Bridge Street MassWorks Project Devine reports that the City plans to complete the design in October, start construction in the • spring, and complete the project in the following fall. The Committee expresses hope that 1 FI J additional improvements would be made to the intersections and frustration that the design team • had not yet responded to all of the Committee's comments. Canal Street Multi-Use Path Devine states that Phase I of the project is likely to go beyond the fall and be completed in the spring. Phase II, extending to Salem State, will have a completed design this fall to start next spring and be completed a year from there. Derby Street Vision The Committee received last week's presentation to the neighborhood. There has been discussion about a contra-flow lane from Blaney to Orange Street. Devine expects that the Committee will have a chance to review any specific proposal for this. Shuman notes that Briggs Street has sharrows going against traffic, so the concept isn't unprecedented in Salem. Swartz and O'Leary remark that Toronto has many contra-flow lanes that seem to work well. Papetti says they exist in Gloucester and Cambridge as well. Devine states that a contra-flow lane is under consideration for Essex Street between North and Washington Streets. Bicycle Master Plan Devine states that the contract for this project has been delayed due to recent staff turnover in the Finance Department. He thinks there will be a kickoff of the Working Group in October, rather than in September. The Committee discusses which boards and committees are represented on the Working Group. Papetti stresses that the plan should be integrated into the City's overall approach to development. Updates on Relevant Development Projects Ferris Junkyard Redevelopment(16, 18, 20R Franklin St.) Chapter 91 requires this project to have a nearly 100-foot wide publicly accessible open space between the water and the proposed buildings that includes a public path. Devine says that the Planning Board can require public amenities beyond the minimum required for an area like this that is not addressed in the Harbor Plan. Devine asserts that this Committee's comments would be valuable to the Planning Board. Devine will share the plans with the Committee for comment. Brewer Hawthorne Cove Marina (10 White St.) Devine states that this project, despite being water dependent, still is required by Chapter 91 to haveom s e kind of a public pathway. Miscellaneous Updates The Committee discusses the Massachusetts Bike Coalition's upcoming bike light giveaway. • 2 ,t Ward 7 Councilor Stephen Dibble updates the Committee on design changes to the Canal, • Jefferson, and Loring intersection that he had requested. Papetti updates the Committee on MassDOT's bike lane striping on the-Beverly-Salem Bridge. Williamson suggests that Salem State University should subsidize bikes for students. The Committee discusses how this could be more cost effective than the University's more costly transportation initiatives. Williamson opines that the bike share program will not be enough to serve the University's transportation needs, especially when the Canal Street Bike Path is completed as a direct connection between South Salem and downtown. Adjournment Swartz motions to adjourn and Papetti seconds to adjourn of 8:32 pm and all vote in favor. Respectfully submitted, Tom Devine, Senior Planner Approved by the Bicycling Advisory Committee on November 20, 2017 � w i 3 City of Salem BICYCLING ADVISORY COMMITTEE' iTDEC 13 PM 's CLERK Notice of Meeting CITY ADEM' ou ar�9ASS S e hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday,December 18, 2017, at 7:00pm at the City Hall Annex 120 Washington St, 3d Floor conference room. MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Review of Proposed Bike Path Connections at 132-134 Canal Street 3. Update on Bike Master Plan 4. Miscellaneous Updates 5. Approval of Meeting Minutes r 6. Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Hall, Salem, Mass. on (J at 5,.(Air` in accordance with MGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. 120 Washington Street ♦ Salem,Massachusetts 01970 ♦ Ph 978-619-5685 ♦Fax 978-740-0404 ♦ www.salem.com ' City of Salem 4 — BICYCLING ADVISORY;COMMITTEE 2818 JAN 18 W12,92 Notice of Meeting CITY CLERK SALEM. MASS *NEW TIME You are hereby notified that the Salem Bicycling Advisory Committee will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, January 22, 2018, at 6:30pm at the City Hall Annex, 120 Washington St., 3rd floor conference room. MEETING AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Bike Master Plan Listening Session: Beth Isler of Toole Design Group will lead an open-ended discussion to obtain input from the Committee to support the development of the Bicycle Master Plan Update. • 3. Update on the Boston and Bridge Street MassWorks Project 4. Miscellaneous Updates 5. Approval of Meeting Minutes 6. Adjournment Know your rights under the Open Meeting Law, Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30A Sections 18-25 and City Ordinance Sections 2-2028 through 2-2033 This notice posted on "Official Bulletin Board" City Nall, Salem, Klass. on n + i l dU S% �+ at dua- " in accordance with aGL Chap. 30A, Sections 18-25. 120 Washington Street + Salem, Massachusetts 01970 + Ph 978-619-5685 +Fax 978-740-0404 + u .salem.com