HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-22-23 Transportation Board Agenda & Packet MaterialsA.Call to Order - 6:00 PM
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B.Disclosures
C.Changes to the Agenda
D.Public Service Announcements
E.Approval of Minutes
E.1 I move to approve the Janaury 25, 2023 Transportation Board Meeting Minutes (Ross)
F.Public Comments
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THE TRANSPORTATION BOARD OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
TB AGENDA
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
General information about the Transportation Board can be found in our Laserfiche repository.
If you are interested in commenting in writing on items on the agenda please send an email to
agenda@bozeman.net or by visiting the Public Comment Page prior to 12:00pm on the day of the
meeting.
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agenda items.
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For more information please contact Nick Ross, nross@bozeman.net
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and courteous manner and members of the audience shall be respectful of others. Please state
your name and place of residence in an audible tone of voice for the record and limit your
comments to three minutes.
General public comments to the Board can be found on their Laserfiche repository page.
G.Action Items
G.1 Transportation Alternatives Program Application Recommendations (Lonsdale)
G.2 Parks Recreation and Active Transportation (PRAT) Plan Work Session #2 (Lonsdale)
H.FYI/Discussion
H.1 Review of 2022-2023 Work Plan (Ross)
H.2 Micromobility Policy Work Session(Ross)
I.Adjournment
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Transportation Board
FROM:Nicholas Ross, Director of Transportation and Engineering
SUBJECT:I move to approve the Janaury 25, 2023 Transportation Board Meeting
Minutes
MEETING DATE:February 22, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:I move to approve the Janaury 25, 2023 Transportation Board Meeting
Minutes.
STRATEGIC PLAN:1.1 Outreach: Continue to strengthen and innovate in how we deliver
information to the community and our partners.
BACKGROUND:Minutes from the January 25, 2023 Transportation Advisory Board.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None
ALTERNATIVES:As recommended by the board.
FISCAL EFFECTS:None
Attachments:
012523 Transportation Board Meeting Minutes
Report compiled on: February 10, 2023
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Bozeman Transportation Board Meeting Minutes, January 25, 2023
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THE TRANSPORTATION BOARD MEETING OF BOZEMAN, MONTANA
MINUTES
January 25, 2023
Present: Bryce Gordon, Christine Roberts, Shannon Mahoney, Deejay Newell, Courtney Oyler, Kelly
Pohl, Paul Reichert, Cyndy Andrus
Absent: None
Excused: None
Staff Present at the Dias: Director of Transportation and Engineering Nicholas Ross, Transportation
Engineer Taylor Lonsdale, Mayor Cyndy Andrus and Public Works Office Manager Marcy Yeykal
A) 00:04:10 Call to Order - 6:00 PM
B) 00:04:21 Disclosures
C) 00:04:28 Changes to the Agenda
D) 00:04:43 Approval of Minutes
D.1 I move to approve the November 30, 2022, Transportation Board Meeting Minutes
113022 Transportation Board Meeting Minutes
00:04:57 Motion to approve D) Approval of Minutes
Paul Reichert: Motion
Courtney Oyler: 2nd
00:05:11 Vote on the Motion to approve D) Approval of Minutes the Motion carried 7 - 0.
Approve:
Bryce Gordon
Christine Roberts
Shannon Mahoney
Deejay Newell
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Bozeman Transportation Board Meeting Minutes, January 25, 2023
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Courtney Oyler
Kelly Pohl
Paul Reichert
Disapprove:
None
E) 00:05:28 Public Comments
There was no public comment.
00:06:40 Nicholas Ross Director of Transportation and engineering gave an FYI to the board.
F) 00:25:40 Ethics Training
F.1 2022 Citizen Advisory Board Ethics Trainings
00:26:09 Taylor Chambers, Deputy City Clerk gave the board their annual ethics training.
G) 00:54:14 Special Presentations
G.1 00:54:26 Parks, Recreation and Active Transportation Plan Presentation
00:55:04 Addi Jaden, Parks Planning and Development Manager gave a presentation on the Parks,
Recreation and Active Transportation Plan.
Connect Chapter_Draft_January.pdf
Implementation Chapter_Draft_January.pdf
Design Manual_Draft_January.pdf
Proposed AT Map_January.pdf
H) 01:14:07 FYI/Discussion
H.1 01:14:18 Parks Recreation and Active Transportation (PRAT) Plan Work Session
01:14:41 Taylor Lonsdale, Transportation Engineer presented the PRAT Plan Work Session.
01:18:48 Questions of Staff/Discussion
02:00:50 Chair Pohl Extended the meeting to 8:20
02:01:06 Public Comment
02:01:36 Marilee Brown, Public Comment
Marilee Brown spoke about shared use paths. She also stated to put no outlet on the signage.
02:04:16 Ralph Zimmer, Public Comment
Ralph Zimmer spoke about the width of the trail surface being used by pedestrians and bicycles. He also
spoke about the frontage road pathway.
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Bozeman Transportation Board Meeting Minutes, January 25, 2023
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02:08:12 Addi Jaden, Public Comment
Addi Jaden spoke about the final draft for the PRAT Plan.
H.2 02:09:31 Transportation Alternatives Program Discussion
Call-for-Applications-Announcement-and-Important-Updates-2023.pdf
02:09:38 Taylor Lonsdale, Transportation Engineer presented the Transportation Alternatives
Program Discussion.
Nicholas Ross suggested to the board to come back to Taylor at the next meeting with formal
recommendations.
02:26:20 Discussion
02:27:11 Table the discussion until next meeting.
02:27:12 Chair Pohl tabled the discussion and the public comment until the next meeting on
February 22, 2023.
I) 02:28:20 Adjournment
For more information, please contact Nick Ross, Transportation and Engineering Director,
nross@bozeman.net
General information about the Transportation Board can be found in our Laserfiche repository.
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Transportation Board
FROM:Taylor Lonsdale, Transportation Engineer
Nicholas Ross, Director of Transportation and Engineering
SUBJECT:Transportation Alternatives Program Application Recommendations
MEETING DATE:February 22, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Vote to support the staff recommended projects for Transportation
Alternatives Program applications.
STRATEGIC PLAN:4.5 Housing and Transportation Choices: Vigorously encourage, through a
wide variety of actions, the development of sustainable and lasting housing
options for underserved individuals and families and improve mobility
options that accommodate all travel modes.
BACKGROUND:In continuation of this item from the January Transportation Board meeting,
the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) announced that the
application period for the Transportation Alternatives Program is open.
Applications are due by April 12, 2023. Information on the program is
available via MDT's website. https://www.mdt.mt.gov/mdt/ta-
application.aspx
City staff has identified three projects that they believe are important infill
connections that also meet some of the critical criteria that staff feels are
important for successful TA projects. Those critical criteria are related to the
risks of the project. One of the largest risks to a project is not having
easement for the project. Existing easements or an identified path to
securing an easement for the project is a top selection criteria for staff. The
following are the projects that staff recommends for Transportation
Alternatives Program applications.
E Valley Center Rd Shared Use Path Infill - This project will infill
approximately 650 ft of shared use path along the south/west side of E
Valley Center Rd between Catron St and Catamount St. This is the final
unaccounted for section of path that will complete a shared use path that
connects N 19th Ave to Jackrabbit Lane. Easement exists for this section of
path.
Flanders Mill Rd Shared Use Path Infill - This project will infill approximately
750 ft of shared use path along the east side of Flanders Mill Road. It will
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complete the shared used path on Flanders Mill Rd from Baxter Lane to
Durston Rd. It is immediately adjacent to Meadowlark Elementary School.
The path will be placed in the existing city right of way for Flanders Mill Rd.
N 19th Ave Shared Use Path Infill - This project will infill approximately
1,300 ft of shared use path along the west side of N 19th Ave between
Baxter Lane and Rawhide Ridge. This will complete the shared use path
along the west side of N 19th Ave from Oak St to E Valley Center Rd.
Easement on private property will likely be require for this project. There is
just one property owner and in initial conversations the property owner
indicated a willingness to work with the City on granting the easement. Final
determination of if the city will apply for this project will rely on follow up
conversations and the strength of commitment that can be obtained for the
application.
Pavement Preservation - Staff is recommending that we apply for pavement
preservation funds for the paved shared use paths in the following locations:
Oak St from N 7th Ave to N 19th Ave, both sides of N 19th Ave from Oak St to
Baxter Lane, and Main St/Huffine Lane from College St to Cottonwood Rd.
These are important pathways along arterial streets that are in need of pot
hole patching, crack sealing, and fog sealing to extend their useful life.
Staff will provide additional information, including maps, and discuss these
recommended projects.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None.
ALTERNATIVES:None identified.
FISCAL EFFECTS:None.
Report compiled on: February 17, 2023
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Transportation Board
FROM:Taylor Lonsdale, Transportation Engineer
Nicholas Ross, Director of Transportation and Engineering
SUBJECT:Parks Recreation and Active Transportation (PRAT) Plan Work Session #2
MEETING DATE:February 22, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Vote to forward all Transportation Board comments on the PRAT plan to the
Urban Parks and Forestry Board for consideration of inclusion in the Plan.
STRATEGIC PLAN:4.5 Housing and Transportation Choices: Vigorously encourage, through a
wide variety of actions, the development of sustainable and lasting housing
options for underserved individuals and families and improve mobility
options that accommodate all travel modes.
BACKGROUND:At the January meeting Addi Jadin presented the draft PRAT plan to the
Board and Taylor Lonsdale led a work session on some of the Active
Transportation recommendations from the plan. Staff and Chair Pohl
compiled the attached list of comments from the January Transportation
Board meeting and follow up comments from Board members since the
meeting. Staff will lead additional discussion on elements of the PRAT plan
to gather additional comments. Staff recommends that the Board formally
vote to forward the previously compiled comments and any comments
made during this meeting to the Urban Parks and Forestry Board for their
consideration as they move to making final recommendations on the plan.
One of the topics on which staff felt the Board may wish to have additional
information and time for consideration and comment is Anchor Routes. Staff
has created an Anchor Routes Google Map. Using this map should allow
Board members to more closely examine these proposed routes. The draft
plan introduces Anchor Routes this way.
"Anchor Routes are the backbone of the active transportation network.
Existing pathway corridors, like the Gallagator Trail, as well as new major
corridors were identified as Anchor Routes. These primary routes will serve
as longer-distance, lower-stress, and comfortable thoroughfares that anchor
the active transportation network. Anchor routes provide a highly visible
system enhanced by the wayfinding plan.
These primary routes strive to maximize connectivity between key
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community locations. They are chosen because they provide cohesion within
the system (sufficient spacing and connection to the supporting grid) and
directness in terms of distance and travel time and they will be the focus of
investment for improvements to safety, comfort and enjoyment for all ages
and abilities. At times, Anchor Routes will be primarily part of a street cross-
section that ties together lively civic spaces. At other times, Anchor Routes
will fall entirely within a park or a parklike space."
It is important to remember that Anchor Routes are visionary corridors and
will at times combine different facility typologies, such as shared use paths
or bicycle boulevards, to create the connection. The Anchor Routes in the
plan are not intended to have the level of detail such as which side of the
road a path would be or exactly how it would traverse a park space. Those
details will be decided as projects evolve to implement the Anchor Routes
and site specific context will play a role in those decisions.
Staff encourages Board members to bring other topics and comments to the
meeting for comment. The topic of Anchor Routes is brought forth as a topic
that appears to be of interest to the board and may warrant additional
discussion.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None.
ALTERNATIVES:As identified by the Board.
FISCAL EFFECTS:None.
Attachments:
20230223_compiled Transportation Board comments.pdf
Report compiled on: February 15, 2023
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Transportation Advisory Board Comments from January 25, 2023 PRAT Plan Presentation
Compiled by Taylor Lonsdale
Strategy #2 - Anchor Routes
- Anchor routes are integral to improving active transportation
- Concern regarding continuous lighting in more natural areas such as parks
- Will need to ensure winter maintenance of these routes
- Would like to see a list of prioritized Anchor Route with prioritized projects
- Suggest identifying top routes, how much they will the cost and how long will it take to build
those out
- Don't wait for development to build these, the city should lead development
- Utilize existing streets with low volume convert to bike/ped facility
- Anchor Routes should be enjoyable and efficient places you want to travel
Strategy #5 - Improving Crossings
- These will need evolve as city expands and should not be considered cast in stone
- Existing intersections/roadways
- This should be noted as a preliminary planning effort
Strategy #6 - Wayfinding
- don't over sign trails
- other facilities related to active Transportation (i.e. bike depots)
- rules & norms signage route designation
Strategy #8 - Linear Parks and Watercourses
- site specific natural areas for natural purpose,
- other surfacing types
- plan & detailed list
Strategy # 10 - Revise Typology
- Widths
o 6 ft. min for utility, smaller for "nook" or "cutoff" type of trails
o Social
o Path behind Morningstar an example of too narrow
o Accessibility considerations 6' min
o 6 ft. too narrow for Anchor - Anchors used by commuters and should accommodate two
cyclists passing
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Transportation Advisory Board comments on the Draft PRAT
Collected and consolidated by Chair Pohl
2/15/2023
1. General comments:
This is an ambitious PRAT Plan and it will help move Bozeman toward being a more walkable
and bikeable community. It is good to have energy directed toward the PRAT Plan.
The “active transportation” sections of this plan should be considered interim until a more
comprehensive, separate Active Transportation plan can be developed. Active Transportation
does not fit neatly into a Parks and Recreation Plan and deserves its own attention and effort.
The current draft of the PRAT Plan is ambiguous about measurable goals, timelines, and
project prioritization. To make the plan actionable, we need to be able to translate the high-
level goals into practical next steps.
o The PRAT would ideally include an action table that identifies tangible next steps and
priority projects. At a minimum, this should include the list policy modifications and
“anchor routes” projects. It should include: clear and concise goals, potential
community impact and benefits (including equity considerations), responsible parties
(e.g., staff departments and partner organizations), proposed timelines, general project
cost estimates, potential funding sources.
o Current language about project prioritization is confusing. In Chapter 3, Page 82 states
that new routes and projects should be updated annually “using the prioritization
recommendations” included in Chapter 5. However, Chapter 5 does not include specific
recommendations. Pages 119-120 in Chapter 5 identify high-level criteria that could be
included in a prioritization method and references a “prioritization matrix template,”
but this is not included in the draft.
o If project prioritization is not included in the PRAT Plan but is recommended as a next
step after the plan, the PRAT should make clear (a) who develops the project
prioritization criteria, and (b) who evaluates projects against the criteria.
2. Comments on Chapter 3: Connect
Clarify bike boulevards. Are these largely just regular roads with sharrows and other signage? If
yes, take one step further to partial or full closure. See the model of the slow streets in San
Francisco: roads that allow local slow traffic, but are closed to through traffic 100% of the time
or during certain hours or days. What level of volume control and separation we can realistically
achieve?
Transitions between facilities and bike/vehicle interactions are not addressed and will be a
critical component for making the AT system feel safe and welcoming. Transition spaces include
where anchor routes interact with arterials/collectors; where trails/SUPs transition to bike lanes
or bike boulevards; where bike lanes cross major arterials or collectors. These transitions should
be well-signed and have additional treatments (e.g., green paint in vehicle/bike conflict zones).
While individual facilities are described in the Design Manual, the transition between types of
facilities is not clear.
Is winter maintenance on non-paved trails possible? Many of these are important for the AT
network.
Anchor routes should be designed to feel more natural and less like a mini road, when possible.
For example, some recent pathways (e.g., Griffin, Oak) are sterile and less pleasant to use.
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Shade trees, separation from roadway, and some meandering add to the enjoyment and will
likely increase use.
Forward-looking micromobility goals should be included. While the PRAT acknowledges the
need for micromobility policies, it does not set goals for new and expanded micromobility
access.
Identify how the AT goals for new development link with the UDC. Page 82 states, “Ensure new
private development is required to construct any adjacent active transportation facility identified
in this plan.” This is a key and time sensitive element to ensuring effective connectivity. How will
the City include such measures in the ongoing UDC changes to affect this goal?
3. Comments on Chapter 5: Implementation
Clarify and expand the implementation table on page 114:
o This table is difficult to understand. Consider adding more descriptive headers.
o Transportation staff and Transportation Advisory Board should be included in the row
for Trails/AT System, including for regular maintenance and significant renovations/new
investments.
Can we add specificity to maintenance funding goals? How much of the Parks and Trails
Maintenance District funds should be allocated? How much of the street budget?
4. Comments on Design Manual
Trails narrower than 6’ are not ideal for active transportation. Neighborhood trails should be
more than 4’ wide.
Wayfinding could result in “over-signage.” Signage should focus on marking trailheads,
crosswalks, rules of safety, and signing for directions and distance at major junctions or
confusing interfaces (like where trail segments are connected by sidewalk).
Lighting should be limited only to the busiest locations, safety issues, or locations with nighttime
uses.
Under “Enhancing Amenities” (page 4):
o Consider adding a bike facility/hub close to downtown that could serve as a locational
attraction for residents and visitors to use the system (see Redding CA Bike station
https://shastalivingstreets.org/shasta-bike-depot-moving-forward/ for implementation
ideas). For winter, the hub could serve as a node for skiers as well as bicyclists. If the
PRAT plan is intended to be the model for all enhancements, why not include this as a
possible long-term goal. This would also align with Section 3.6 objective to “Implement a
comprehensive wayfinding system.”
o The header “Irrigation” has no text. Remove header or add content here.
5. Comments on the Map
The map should be interactive. Add a disclaimer on the map if needed to note that it is
generalized and conceptual, and that it is subject to change as priorities are identified and as
land uses change occur via annexation or other development.
Routes on the map should include equity considerations. Equity should not only be considered
for how active transportation systems are designed and constructed, but also where they are
located. Emphasis should be placed on underserved neighborhoods in project prioritization and
in creating the map.
Routes on the map should be linked with transit. For active transportation to be effective, it
should tie into the bus network, especially considering first/last mile connections from transit
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stops to destinations like businesses and residential neighborhoods. The PRAT should have
direct, intentional alignment with Streamline’s strategic plan.
6. General sections:
Consider describing existing plans/programs/policies and how these will interact with/effect AT
plan as well as connection to adjacent neighborhoods/communities
Include a list of involved parties and their contribution to plan (who developed plan, what is
their role/how to roles interact)
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Transportation Board
FROM:Nicholas Ross, Director of Transportation and Engineering
SUBJECT:Review of 2022-2023 Work Plan
MEETING DATE:February 22, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:No action suggested.
STRATEGIC PLAN:1.2 Community Engagement: Broaden and deepen engagement of the
community in city government, innovating methods for inviting input from
the community and stakeholders.
BACKGROUND:City advisory boards operate from a 2 year work plan. The Transportation
Board adopted the attached work plan at the March 23, 2022 meeting. Staff
has completed the attached Work Plan Review document to highlight
progress on the workplan and items that are forthcoming in 2023. While the
item is intended to primarily be an informational staff will be glad to answer
questions and receive input regarding the work plan.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None identified.
ALTERNATIVES:As suggested by the board.
FISCAL EFFECTS:None.
Attachments:
Transportation Advisory Board Work Plan 2022-2023.pdf
20230222_Transportation Board Work Plan review.pdf
Report compiled on: February 6, 2023
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WP Item Description:Strategic Priorities
Connection:
Board Time
Commitment:
Staff Time
Commitment:Schedule:Budget
Impact:
Complete the Parking
Benefit Zone Process Strategic Plan One Meeting
Minimal--
Resolution
drafted
February/
March 2022 N/A
Implement Work
related to the Supply
and Demand Work
Session
Strategic Plan,
Climate Action Plan,
Growth Plan
3-5 meetings, plus
preparatory work Significant Through the
end of 2022
If paid parking
implemted,
revenue could
exceed $1
million.
Upfront costs
estimate at
$500,000-
$750,000
Routine Work of the
Parking Commission--
Rate Setting, Appeal
Reviews, etc.
Strategic Plan 2-4 meetings per
year Moderate
Annually, May
/June of each
year
Rate setting
could affect
income
Emploiyee Permit
Program Strategic Plan 1-2 meetings Moderate Through the
end of 2022
Unknown at
this time
Update Strategic
Parking Management
Plan
Strategic Plan 1-2 meetings Substantial 2023 Unknown at
this time
WP Item Description:Strategic Priorities
Connection:
Board Time
Commitment:
Staff Time
Commitment:Schedule:Budget
Impact:
Criteria for the
Prioritization of
Capital Bike and
Pedestrian Projects
Strategic Plan 2 Meetings moderate
Now to
September
2022
N/A
Transportation
Demand Management
Strategic Plan
Strategic Plan,
Growth Plan 2-3 meetings Substantial Through the
end of 2022 N/a
TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY BOARD WORK PLAN
Focus Area 1: Parking
Focus Area 2: Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Traffic Safety
Focus Area 3: Multi Modal Transportation
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WP Item Description:Strategic Priorities
Connection:
Board Time
Commitment:
Staff Time
Commitment:Schedule:Budget
Impact:
Partner with
Streamline to identify
ways to support
public transit
Growth Plan Sporadic Moderate On-Going Unknown at
this time
Provide Input on
Micromobility Policies Strategic Plan 1 meeting Moderate Feb-22 Unknown at
this time
Provide input on
Capital Improvement
Plan development
Strategic Plan 2 meetings Substantial On-Going Unknown at
this time
Update the
Transportation
Master Plan
Strategic Plan 2-3 Meetings Substantial 2023 Unknown at
this time
Active Transportation
Plan Strategic Plan 1 meetings Substantial On-Going Unknown at
this time
Focus Area 3: Multi-Modal Transportation
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WP Item Description Strategic Priorities
Connection Plan Schedule Status Summary
Complete the Parking
Benefit Zone Process Strategic Plan February/
March 2022 complete
Implement Work
related to the Supply
and Demand Work
Session
Strategic Plan,
Climate Action Plan,
Growth Plan
Through the
end of 2022 ongoing
Routine Work of the
Parking Commission--
Rate Setting, Appeal
Reviews, etc.
Strategic Plan
Annually, May
/June of each
year ongoing
Emploiyee Permit
Program Strategic Plan Through the
end of 2022 ongoing
Update Strategic
Parking Management
Plan
Strategic Plan 2023 not yet
started
ADVISORY BOARD WORK PLAN TEMPLATE
Focus Area 1: Parking
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WP Item Description Strategic Priorities
Connection Plan Schedule Status Summary
Criteria for the
Prioritization of
Capital Bike and
Pedestrian Projects
Strategic Plan
Now to
September
2022
ongoing
The Board has priovided informal inoput regarding prioritization through discussion
of projects to be conisdered for the Capital Improvements Program and the
Transportation Alternatives Program. Staff intends to bring a work session to more
formally present ideas for prioritization criteria.
Transportation
Demand Management
Strategic Plan
Strategic Plan,
Growth Plan
Through the
end of 2022 ongoing Staff presented the draft TDM Work Plan to the Board at the May 25,2022 meeting.
Staff intends to present an update on the TDM efforts in 2023.
Focus Area 2: Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Traffic Safety
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WP Item Description Strategic Priorities
Connection Plan Schedule Status Summary
Partner with
Streamline to identify
ways to support
public transit
Growth Plan On-Going not yet
started
Streamline is workign toward the formation of an Urban Transportation District. Staff
intends to work with Streamline to bring topics to the Board.
Provide Input on
Micromobility Policies Strategic Plan early 2022 ongoing
Staff presented on Micromobility and upcoming efforts to revise policies at the
October 2022 meeting. Staff intends bring additional sessions as the policy work
evolves.
Provide input on
Capital Improvement
Plan development
Strategic Plan On-Going ongoing Staff presented CIP items at both the August and September 2022 meetings. Staff
will again bring items to the Board during the 2023 CIP process.
Update the
Transportation
Master Plan
Strategic Plan 2023 not yet
started
Staff is looking to include an update to the TMP in the FY2024 budget. The Board will
be heavily involved in the plan process.
Active Transportation
Plan Strategic Plan Ongoing ongoing Staff brought AT Plan items to the Board in early 2023.
Focus Area 3: Multi-Modal Transportation
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Memorandum
REPORT TO:Transportation Board
FROM:Nick Ross, Director of Transportation and Engineering
SUBJECT:Micromobility Policy Work Session
MEETING DATE:February 22, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TYPE:Citizen Advisory Board/Commission
RECOMMENDATION:Provide input regarding potential revisions to City policies and procedures
governing the operation of shared micromobility services.
STRATEGIC PLAN:4.5 Housing and Transportation Choices: Vigorously encourage, through a
wide variety of actions, the development of sustainable and lasting housing
options for underserved individuals and families and improve mobility
options that accommodate all travel modes.
BACKGROUND:City staff is considering changes to the policies and procedures governing
the operation of shared micromobility companies. Staff is working with a
consultant, Cityfi, on this effort. Cityfi staff will present an update on their
work to date and receive input from the Board. The attached Memo provides
information on the topics to be discussed.
UNRESOLVED ISSUES:None identified.
ALTERNATIVES:None identified or recommended.
FISCAL EFFECTS:None.
Attachments:
20230222_Bozeman TAB Shared Micromobility
Memo.docx.pdf
Report compiled on: February 17, 2023
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MEMORANDUM
TO:City of Bozeman Transportation Advisory Board
FROM:Cityfi
CC:City of Bozeman Department of Public Works Staff
DATE:February 17, 2023
RE:Transportation Advisory Board Discussion:Building an Outcome-Centered
Shared Micromobility Policy Framework for Bozeman
This memo provides a brief update to the City of Bozeman’s Transportation Advisory Board
(TAB) on the City’s effort to review and adopt a new shared micromobility policy framework.
The memo also summarizes the nature of Cityfi’s engagement with the City of Bozeman and
socializes some foundational ideas for the TAB to consider as the City updates its shared
micromobility policy and management strategies centered on community outcomes. During
the TAB meeting on February 22, 2023, we will prioritize our discussion on the following
decision points.
Context
Since 2019, the City has piloted several shared micromobility operators in Bozeman. These
pilots were an important proving ground. The City is now in a unique position to evaluate its
current regulatory framework, review past operator requirements, and establish new
methods to partner with and manage these services.
In December 2022, the City of Bozeman engaged Cityfi, an urban change management and
innovative mobility consultancy, to develop a policy toolkit to guide the City’s shared
micromobility policy framework to serve articulated community goals and outcomes. A
well-designed program will expand mobility options in Bozeman while meeting the public
interest. The framework should both advance these objectives and mitigate challenges
revealed by the pilot deployment.
Outcomes
Before designing the policy framework, the City should clarify the outcomes that the shared
micromobility program will seek to achieve. These are articulated in a number of foundational
plans, including the Strategic Plan, Community Plan, Climate Plan, Transportation Master
Plan and Downtown Bozeman Improvement Plan.
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We propose that the goals and key outcomes of transportation generally for Bozeman, and
micromobility services and their management specifically, are to:
●Provide safe, convenient and low-emission travel options to get people where they
need to go.
●Protect the safety and accessibility of people traveling by all modes in the city -
walking, bicycle or scooter, transit and private vehicle.
●Reduce transportation costs and increase affordable mobility options and
connectivity.
●Improve Bozeman as a great place to live, work, learn, play and do business.
●Strengthen Bozeman’s environmental stewardship in light of sustained urban growth
Achieving these outcomes involves:
●Preserving the orderliness of the public right-of-way and compliance with applicable
rules for use and operation.
●Collaborative and mutually accountable partnerships with public and private mobility
service providers.
●Meaningful performance monitoring and management and proactive program
interaction for improvement.
Five Big Ideas
Cityfi will document a comprehensive set of policy, regulatory, and management
recommendations in the policy toolkit deliverable. We hope to focus Wednesday’s discussion
on five foundational “Big Ideas”:
Big Idea 1:Prepare for change with a broader regulatory framework..
Big Idea 2:Cultivate locally-appropriate and responsive solutions through a single
operator multi-year partnership.
Big Idea 3:Ensure equitable service design (e.g.,income-eligible fares, rider incentives,
equity zones, engagement, multi-lingual services, etc.).
Big Idea 4:Bring order to the street through context-sensitive parking strategies (such as
corrals and demarcated parking zones, in-street parking, and geofencing).
Big Idea 5:Iteratively learn through data.
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