Cooperative Comprehensive Multi-Modal Transportation Planning for Hillsborough County, Florida

           

Meeting of the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Wednesday, NOVEMBER 4, 2015, 5:30 p.m. Planning Commission Boardroom, 18th Floor, County Center

I. Call To Order

II. Public Comment (3 minutes per speaker, please)

III. Approval of Minutes (October 14, 2015)

IV. Action Items

A. New Member Application and Interview (Jim Shirk, Chair)

B. MPO 2016 Meeting Calendar

V. Status Reports

A. Scott Street – Green Street (City of Tampa

Representative)

B. Safe Kids and Middle School Training (Tina Russo)

C. Vision Zero (Wade Reynolds, MPO staff)

VI. Old Business & New Business

A. REVISIT- Can We Take This to Another Level? (Michele

Ogilvie, MPO staff)

B. Children’s Gasparilla Bicycle Rodeo (Michele Ogilvie,

MPO staff)

VII. Adjournment

NEXT MEETING: December 16, 2015

Hillsborough Metropolitan Planning Organization 601 E Kennedy Boulevard, 18th Floor, Tampa, Florida, 33602 · 813-272-5940 · hillsboroughmpo.org

Commissioner Lesley “Les” Miller, Jr. Hillsborough County

MPO Chairman

Councilman Harry Cohen City of Tampa

MPO Vice Chairman

Paul Anderson Tampa Port Authority

Commissioner Kevin Beckner Hillsborough County

Wallace Bowers

HART

Mayor Frank Chillura Temple Terrace

Derek Doughty

The Planning Commission

Commissioner Ken Hagan Hillsborough County

Joe Lopano

Hillsborough Co. Aviation Authority

Mayor Rick A. Lott City of Plant City

Councilman Guido Maniscalco

City of Tampa

Councilwoman Lisa Montelione City of Tampa

Commissioner Sandra Murman Hillsborough County

Cindy Stuart

Hillsborough County School Board

Joseph Waggoner Expressway Authority

Commissioner Stacy R. White

Hillsborough County

Beth Alden, AICP Executive Director

Hillsborough County Metropolitan Planning Organization

P.O. Box 1110 601 E. Kennedy, 18th Floor Tampa, Florida 33601-1110

P 813/272-5940 F 813/301-7172

http://www.planhillsborough.org e-mail: transportation@plancom.org

Cooperative Comprehensive Multi-Modal Transportation Planning for Hillsborough County, Florida

VIII. Addendum

A. Methods to Identify Transit/Trail Connections

B. Partnerships to Address First Mile/Last Mile

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 HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

MEETING OF THE BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE COUNTY CENTER BUILDING

601 E. KENNEDY BLVD.

MEETING OF October 14, 2015

MINUTES I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by the Chair Jim Shirk at 5:32 p.m. BPAC Members Present: Jim Shirk, Jay Collins, Moises Hernandez, Calvin Thornton, John Marsh, Danielle Joyce, Lorraine Lyn, Tina Russo, Patrick Thorpe, Karla Price, Steve Cherpock, Richard Johnson, Alain Watson and Joanna Swindell. Others Present: Michele Ogilvie, Sarah McKinley and Beth Alden-MPO staff; Christine Acosta, Scott MacLean, David Bottomly, Michael Adams, Al Nordinger, John Lyons, Allison Marron, Daragh Gibson, Jose Menendez, Jean Duncan and Lucia Garsys. II. PUBLIC INPUT Christine Acosta updated the committee on Bicycle Friendly Business effort for the Downtown. Ms. Acosta stated the proposed redevelopment of Channelside will be branded as a wellness district. She urged the BPAC to create a strategic relationship with the district and support access to the district. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

MOTION: Approval of August’s minutes. (Collins-Thorpe). The motion was approved unanimously. IV. ACTION ITEMS

A. New Member Applications: Scott MacLean, introduced himself sharing his experience as a Tampa Police Officer. MOTION: To support Mr. MacLean’s application to the BPAC. (Thornton-Collins). The motion was approved unanimously. David Payor introduced himself stating that his concern for safety of bicyclists and pedestrains has inspired him to volunteer to join the BPAC. MOTION: To support Mr. Payor’s application to the BPAC. (Thornton-Hernandez). The motion was approved unanimously.

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B. TIP Amendment: Sarah McKinley reported that the amendments include four Safe Routes to School sidewalk projects and a separated bike lane along Himes Ave. The Safe Routes to School projects were identified by the School District and the County Public Works Department and are each listed as priorities of Hillsborough County for the FY2016/17 TIP and include: Cypress Creek Elementary School; Stowers Elementary School, Summerfield Elementary School, Eisenhower Middle School. The proposed sidewalk projects would be funded through the Transportation Alternatives grant program. The amendment also includes separated bike lane project on Himes Ave. would be funded by Federal Highway Safety Improvement funds. Members discussed the speed of Himes and that the bicycle lanes will be properly addressed at intersections. MOTION: Approval of all five TIP amendments. (Thornton-Marsh). The motion was approved unanimously. C. FDOT Tentative Work Program: There being no FDOT representative Beth Alden, MPO staff gave the committee a timeline of for the work program which will be reviewed by the Florida Legislature in January for budget allocation. She then highlighted through the work program MOTION: Forward comments to the MPO for their consideration. (Thorpe-Collins). The motion was approved unanimously.

D. 46th and 131st Ave Compact Streets Study: Michael Adams introduced the study. He reported that Hillsborough County requested the study of both corridors for enhancements, and wants to ensure that any modifications improves the safety, function, and aesthetics of the roadways for all users. He reviewed the improvements proposed to include wider sidewalks, roundabouts and buffered bike lanes.

MOTION: Accept the report with the modification that the lanes on 131st Street is narrowed to 10.5 feet from the proposed 11 feet and the extra foot be added to the bike lanes, 6 inches on each bike lane, and transmit for consideration in the Innovation District master Plan. (Thorpe-Collins). The motion was approved unanimously. V.STATUS REPORTS A. Go Hillsborough: Jean Duncan and Lucia Garsys gave an overview of the

initiative; it is an initiative of the Transportation for Economic Development Policy Leadership Group (PLG), which includes all seven Hillsborough County Commissioners, the mayors of Plant City, Tampa and Temple Terrace, as well as the chairman of the HART board. Over the summer, the GO Hillsborough effort developed a list of projects that could be accomplished given additional funding. To date approximately 6800 people have participated in meetings on the initiative. This

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briefing will cover the recommended list of projects for two funding scenarios: a ½ percent sales tax or a 1 percent sales tax.

Members discussed the “nimbleness” of the funding and projects. B. George Road Complete Street: Wade Reynolds gave an overview of the approach

to undertake a Health Impact Assessment as an initiate that communities can integrate into their transportation planning. Daragh Gibson reported on the procedures, methods and tools used in the Health Impact Assessment. Allison Marron updated the committee on the Center for Disease Control’s Health in all policies to ensure that all decision-makers are informed about the health consequences of various policy options during the policy development process.

Members discussed the merits of this approach on future and past studies. MOTION: Write a letter to the MPO and the Department of Health to say thank you for this innovative approach. (Collins-Johnson) The motion was approved unanimously. VI. Old Business and New Business

A. Bicycle Parking Update: Michele Ogilvie reminded the committee of their motion

to move toward the codification of bicycling parking in the city of Tampa first, and then advocate for other jurisdictions in the county. An overview of the St. Petersburg approach including guidelines was presented.

Members discussed the merits of the approach and supported the guidelines based on Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP). Members discussed a bicycle garage with a bicycle shop perhaps in the Downtown. Members discussed the connectedness between bicycle parking and bicycle friendly businesses. Suggestions were made to explore required bicycle parking, perhaps in Student Housing projects in and around USF. B. General Membership Update: Richard Johnson, Jim Shirk, JoAnna Swindell and

Moises Hernandez indicated their interest in continuing their membership on the committee.

C. Cyclovia: An announcement was made urging volunteers for the event on Sunday, October 25th.

VII. ADJOURNMENT

There being a call to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m. the meeting concluded. (Johnson-Collins).

Board Agenda Item

Agenda Item: New Member Applications

Presenter: Jim Shirk, Chair

Summary: The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) shall be responsible for making recommendations to the MPO, Hillsborough County, City of Tampa, City of Plant City, City of Temple Terrace, the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission, the Florida Department of Transportation, the Southwest Florida Water Management District, and others, on matters concerning the planning, implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive bikeway and pedestrian system. In addition, the BPAC shall be responsible for studying and making recommendations concerning the safety, security, and regulations pertaining to bicyclists and pedestrians. The following individuals have applied to be members at large of the BPAC:

• Tony Monk

Recommended Action:

That the BPAC confirm the above applicants.

Prepared By:

Attachments:

Michele Ogilvie, MPO Staff

Applications

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From: Tony Monk [mailto:tonymonkdesign@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 16, 2015 3:23 PM To: Linda Ferraro <ferrarol@plancom.org> Cc: Rich Clarendon <clarendonr@plancom.org> Subject: MPO Advisory Board / Committee membership submission

1. Which Board or Committee are you interested in? Bicycle Pedestrian Advivsory Committee (BPAC)

2. My name is: Tony Monk

3. My email address is tonymonkdesign@gmail.com

4. My current place of employment is David Conner + Associates, Landscape Architect, 100 E. Madison, Ste 200, Tampa, FL 33602, Phone: 813.708.1393

5. I reside at 1530 W. Cass, Apt 1201, Tampa, FL 33606, Phone: 313.694.8136

6. I prefer to be contacted and receive documents at Home

7. Gender : Male

8. Race : White / non-Hispanic

9. Born : 11/25/1980, Monroe, LA

10. US Citizen : Yes

11. Felony or misdemeanor offense : I have never been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor offense.

12. Registered voter : Yes

13. Resident of Hillsborough County since : 07/19/2014

14. Education :

High School : Alexandria Senior High, Alexandria, LA, Graduated 1999

Secondary : Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 1999-2004, Bachelor of Landscape Archtiecture

15. Professional license or certificate : Yes

Florida Registered Landscape Architect (DBPR) LA6666859

16. Qualification : I have recently chosen to make Tampa my home and hope to build a future and a family in this community. As such, I am interested in the responsible and sustainable growth of the community in which I hope to live for many decades to come. Part of this sustainable growth requires accommodating multiple modes of transportation throughout the County and Cities. I ride my bicycle to work and run on the streets and sidewalks of Tampa, so I observe the availability, quality, and use of the bicycle/pedestrian infrastructure on a daily basis. Being a user of the pedestrian facilities and a design professional allows me to understand these resources technically and practically.

17. Schedule conflicts : Yes, I have also submitted my interest in serving on the Citizens Advisory Committee, though I would likely only be able to commit enough time for one committee.

18. Organizations I am a member of : Kiwanis International (Panama City, FL and Detroit, MI) 2009 - 2015

19. Selling goods and services to Hillsborough County, Tampa, Temple Terrace or Plant City : Yes

David Conner + Associates (Employer) occasionally provides professional design services to the County and Cities.

Revised: 10/9/15 

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION

2016 SCHEDULE OF MONTHLY MEETINGS

 MPO  

9:00 AM 

CAC 

1:15 PM 

TAC 

1:30 PM 

POLICY

9:00 AM 

BPAC 

5:30 PM 

LRC 

9 AM 

ITS 

1:30 PM 

TDCB 

9:30 AM 

TMA 

9:00 AM 

CCC 

9:30 AM 

Jan.  5  20  11  26  13  20  14       

Feb.  2  17  15  23  10  17    26  5   

March  1  16  22  29  9  16         

April  5  20  18  26  13  20  14 21 

@6PM 8   

May  3  18  16  24  11  18         

June 7  

@ 6PM 15  20 

28 (or 

recess) 8  15    24  3   

July 5 (or 

recess) 20  18  26  13  20  14      15 

Aug.  2  17  15  30  10  17    19     

Sept. 6  

@ 6PM 21  19  27  14  21      2   

Oct.  4  19  17  25  12  19  13  28     

Nov.  1  16  21  29  9  16     4 (or 

recess)  

Dec.  6  14@ 1:15 PM 20 (or 

recess) 14 @ 5:30 PM    9    2 

Meeting 

Location  a  f  f  b  b  b  b  a  c  d 

BPAC  Metropolitan Planning Organizationʹs Bicycle‐Pedestrian Advisory Committee 

CAC  Metropolitan Planning Organizationʹs Citizens Advisory Committee

CCC  TBARTA MPO Chairs Coordinating Committee (VARIOUS LOCATIONS) 

ITS  Metropolitan Planning Organizationʹs Intelligent Transportation Systems Committee 

MPO  Metropolitan Planning Organization

POLICY  Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Policy Committee

TAC  Metropolitan Planning Organizationʹs Technical Advisory Committee

TDCB  Metropolitan Planning Organizationʹs Transportation Disadvantaged Coordinating Board

LRC  Livable Roadways Committee 

TMA  Tampa Bay Transportation Management Area Leadership Group

a  BOCC Chambers, County Center, 601 East Kennedy Blvd., 2nd Floor

b  Planning Commission Boardroom, County Center, 601 East Kennedy Blvd., 18th Floor 

c  Call 272‐5940 ext. 327 or see www.planhillsborough.org  for meeting locations 

d  Call (813) 272‐5940 ext. 327 or see www.tbarta.com for meeting locations

e  Property Appraiser’s Boardroom, 15th Flr., County Center Building, 601 E. Kennedy Blvd.

f  26th Floor, Room B, County Center Building, 601 E. Kennedy Blvd.

g  Planning Commission’s Tampa Bay Room, 601 E. Kennedy Blvd., 18th Floor  

h  22nd Floor Lobby Conference Room, County Center Building, 601 E. Kennedy Blvd. 

Revised: 10/9/15 

   

  

Board & Committee Agenda Item

Agenda Item: Scott Street-Green Street

Presenter: Richard F. Peterika, Ekistics Design Studio

Summary: The City of Tampa is proposing streetscape improvements for Scott Street. Federal grant funds are being used to beautify this corridor that connects Downtown Tampa and Ybor City. The project begins at Perry Harvey Park and extends to E. 7th Avenue in Ybor City.

The project will feature “green” stormwater management

techniques, referred to as low impact development, as well as improved pedestrian amenities, traffic calming elements and Florida-friendly landscaping.

The objective of low impact development is to capture and treat

rainwater where it falls to reduce pollution in urban watersheds. The results are more natural and beautiful and are generally less costly than conventional stormwater management approaches.

Benches, bike racks and trash containers will be strategically

located along Scott Street. People who travel Scott Street on-foot will enjoy more shade, enhanced street crossings and places to sit and rest along the way. Landscaping will include native or Florida-friendly trees and plants that thrive on the natural conditions.

For more information on the Scott Street project, go to

http://bitly.com/ScottStreet or contact Laurie Potier-Brown, Landscape Architect, Parks and Recreation Department, City of Tampa, laurie.potier-brown@tampagov.net or (813) 274-5137.

Recommended Action:

None

Prepared By:

Attachments:

Lisa Silva, AICP, PLA

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Board & Committee Agenda Item

Agenda Item: Safe Kids and Middle School Training

Presenter: Tina Russo, BPAC member

Summary: Safe Kids Tampa is led by St. Joseph Children's Hospital of

Tampa, which provides dedicated and caring staff, operation

support and other resources to assist in achieving our

common goal: keeping your kids safe. Based on the needs of

the community, this coalition implements evidence-based

programs, such as car-seat checkups, safety workshops and

sports clinics, that help parents and caregivers prevent

childhood injuries.

Safe Kids is a global organization dedicated to preventing

injuries in children, the number one killer of kids in the United

States. With an extensive network of more than 400 coalitions

in the United States and partners with organizations in 25

countries around the world Safe Kids works to reduce injuries

from motor vehicles, sports, drownings, falls, burns,

poisonings and more.

Action: Discussion and any follow up as needed

Prepared By: Michele Ogilvie

Attachments: None

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Board & Committee Agenda Item

Agenda Item: An Introduction to Vision Zero

Presenter: Wade Reynolds, MPO staff

Summary: Vision Zero is an approach to road safety that began in

Sweden and has been implemented in that county since

1997. A "Vision Zero" policy requires that fatalities and

serious injurious are reduced to zero by 2020.

At the core of the worldwide Vision Zero movement is the

belief that death and injury on city streets is preventable. For

the most part, these aren’t “accidents.” Collisions are often

the result of poor behaviors and unforgiving roadway designs.

So we must approach the problem from multiple angles –

street designs that emphasize safety, predictability, and the

potential for human error, coupled with targeted education

and data-driven enforcement.

Action: Discussion and any follow up as needed

Prepared By: Michele Ogilvie

Attachments: None

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Board & Committee Agenda Item

Agenda Item: Can We Take This to Another Level?

Presenter: Moises Fernandez and Michele Ogilvie, BPAC and MPO Staff

Summary: From time to time the BPAC will discuss, develop and assign itself several work items. The last time such an exercise was completed was in 2010.

The presenters will discuss with the committee the following ideas: 1. Permanent guarded bike corral at the Forum, and Curtis Hixon during events. 2. Cycling/ped specific signage and mile markers along different trails 3. Protected lane leading from Hyde Park/ Bayshore to Downtown. 4. An exclusive bike/ped website with clear contact info for those on the board. I picture a website detailing new and future projects, routes, bike friendly businesses, upcoming group rides, races, feedback forms, bike share info, safety tips, visitor's info, and all the info necessary to promote biking as means of transportation. We have a BPAC section but we need to take this to another level. 5. Make it a requirement that any presentation by MPO or DOT staff clearly states the type of bike lane accompanying each project. 6. Revamp 42nd and 46th st. These roads are used by hundreds of students daily yet have horrible bike/ped infrastructure w narrow and dissapearing sidewalks along w often times flooded lanes. I say turn the sidewalk into a multi-use trail by incorporating the bike lane. 7. Require new business projects to have bike parking; close to the entrance and covered when possible. Encourage exisiting businesses to improve bike parking. 8. Require new condo projects to have covered and safe bike parking. This would include the new proposed Straz project. 9. New communities must provide land and pave a multi-use trail to be connected w/ future communities. We could have linked New

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Tampa/WesleyChapel this way instead of the many isolated neighborhoods we now have. 10. Acquiring a helmet cam to record routes in serious need of improvement in order to present video evidence for funding needs.

Recommended Action:

Discussion and assessment of these suggested items

Prepared By:

Attachments:

Moises Hernandez, BPAC Member and Michele Ogilvie, MPO Staff

None