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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Resolution 15089 (Board and Commission Update)RESOLUTION NO. 15089 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AMENDING THE BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE BYLAWS WHEREAS, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is comprised of seven adult voting members, two youth voting members and two alternate members; and WHEREAS, in an effort to move our advisory bodies to a total of five voting members, staff is recommending the Committee be comprised of five regular members, and one alternate member; and WHEREAS, changes to membership will happen through attrition. As terms expire, staff will not fill vacancies until the new membership number is attained. No current members will be removed to meet the new composition of the Committee; and WHEREAS, current eligibility requirements include residing in city limits and/or owning property or a business in city limits, and being at least 18 years of age except for youth members; and WHEREAS, staff recommends changing eligibility to “reside or work in city limits” and to remove the 18 or older age requirement; and WHEREAS, staff is recommending adoption of bylaws for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, set forth in Exhibit A attached and incorporated herein, to be consistent with recently approved bylaws of other City boards, to include information on meetings, voluntary resignation and compensation; and WHEREAS, the rules and procedures in the proposed bylaws are consistent with the Committee’s current practice; however, written bylaws will clarify the expectations for Committee members; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby adopts the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Bylaws as set forth in Exhibit A. I, LINDSAY LARA, Clerk of the City of San Rafael, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on Monday, the 6th day of June 2022, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bushey, Hill, Kertz, Llorens Gulati & Mayor Kate NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None Lindsay Lara, City Clerk Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Bylaws Page 1 of 3 BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE BYLAWS ARTICLE I. NAME AND PURPOSE Section 1.1. Name. The name of this body shall be the City of San Rafael Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, hereinafter referred to as the "BPAC," or the “Committee.” Section 1.2. Purpose. The purpose of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is to promote bicycling and walking as viable means of transportation throughout San Rafael, to provide conceptual input on public bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects, and to support the implementation of the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Section 1.3. Committee Responsibility. The Committee’s authority is advisory only. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee has no power to act on behalf of the City of San Rafael or any other entity. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee’s responsibilities shall be in accord with these Bylaws, as amended from time-to-time by the City Council. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee’s advisory and review function on matters related to bicycling and walking include, but are not limited to: 1. Implementation of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and other adopted plans Participating in the development, review, and implementation of comprehensive bicycle/pedestrian goals, objectives and policies in the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and/or other City adopted community plans and area specific plans. 2. Existing Conditions Reviewing and commenting on the functional classification and physical condition of existing pedestrian routes, bicycle paths, bicycle lanes, protected bikeways, and bicycle routes (Caltrans Class I, II, III & IV facilities, respectively) within the City. 3. Review of Major Development and Infrastructure Projects Reviewing development and infrastructure projects that fall within the City's jurisdiction insofar as they relate to bicycling and walking at their planning and design stages for accommodation of cyclists' and pedestrians' needs. Members of BPAC will serve as liaisons to City departments, commissions, and committees related to bicycle and pedestrian issues and will report back to BPAC. 4. Project Development and Funding Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Bylaws Page 2 of 3 Making recommendations on capital improvements to increase use and safety of bicycle/pedestrian facilities; and providing recommendations to staff on the prioritization of bicycle/pedestrian projects for funding under Capital Improvements Programs or other district, county, state or federal bicycle and pedestrian grant programs. 5. Educational Efforts Participating in the City's efforts to promote bicycling and walking as viable forms of urban transportation and recreation. ARTICLE II. MEMBERSHIP Section 2.1. Number of Members. The Committee shall consist of a total of five (5) regular members. The Committee shall have one alternate member who may vote in the absence of any voting member. Section 2.2. Eligibility. The Committee shall be composed of five (5) regular voting members. Requirements for eligibility: Shall either reside or work in city limits. Membership on the Committee shall not be limited based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. An effort will be made to ensure that the membership is balanced and diverse based on the eligibilities above. Section 2.3. Term Limits. Members of the Committee shall be limited to two (2) consecutive four-year terms. Additional terms may be served if there is a break between terms. Section 2.4. Absence and Removal. An unexcused absence from two (2) consecutive Committee meetings without notification to the Chairperson will constitute an immediate vacancy and shall be considered a voluntary resignation from the Committee. Previously dismissed Committee members may be eligible for reappointment. Section 2.5. Compensation. Committee members shall serve without compensation. ARTICLE III. MEETINGS Section 3.1. Time and date of Regular Meeting. Notification of meeting place, date, and time shall be rendered to the public through posting on the City of San Rafael website. The Committee shall meet at least every other month, on a consistent day of the month, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Bylaws Page 3 of 3 and shall be scheduled annually. The schedule for the upcoming year will be set by December of the previous year.