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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Stephane Phifer, Director of Planning
Alex Voigt, Asst. Chief of Staff
DATE: July 8, 2016
SUBJECT:
An Ordinance Amending Chapter 2, Article VI. Division 10 Entitled "Bicycle, Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Board."
BACKGROUND:
In 2009, the City of Aurora created and adopted a "Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan". One of the components of the plan is to create a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to support and advise the planning process, as well as guide and encourage the development of projects and programs.
DISCUSSION:
The overall goals as highlighted in the plan are as follows:
1. Incorporate bicycle and pedestrian projects into the City's Capital Improvement Program.
2. Improve bikeway and sidewalk connections to existing and future transit facilities, between neighborhoods, and among surrounding communities.
3. Establish the responsibilities of a staff member to coordinate the implementation of the plan, staff shall guide and encourage implementation of bicycle and pedestrian-related plans, projects and programs.
4. Establish a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to support and advise the planning process, as well as guide and encourage the development of projects and programs.
The seven (7) member Advisory Committee, once established, will act as an advisory body to the City Council on the planning and development process for bicycle, pedestrian and public transit facilities. Members shall be residents of the City of Aurora and are appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Bicycle, Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Board will have a positive impact on the community, for residents and economic development.
cc: Alderman Saville, Chairman
Alderman Donnell
Alderman Irvin
Alderman Hart-Burns, Alternate
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
ORDINANCE NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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