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08/07/2019 - PacketTRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA City of Tigard | 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 | 503-639-4171 | www.tigard-or.gov | Page 1 of 1 City of Tigard Transportation Advisory Committee Agenda MEETING DATE/TIME: August 7, 2019 – 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. MEETING LOCATION: Tigard Public Works Auditorium, 8777 SW Burnham St. 1. CALL TO ORDER Kevin 6:30 2. INTRODUCTIONS Kevin 6:32 3. CONSIDER MINUTES Kevin 6:35 4. PUBLIC COMMENT Kevin 6:40 5. 72nd AVE DESIGN UPDATE Lori 6:50 6. TRANSPORTATION CIP PROCESS PREVIEW Kevin 7:15 7. PED BIKE SUBCOMMITTEE / TTAC BYLAWS Dave 8:00 8. ADJOURNMENT Kevin 8:30 Supporting materials attached: June 5, 2019 Minutes Upcoming meetings of note: Thursday, August 15, 5:00 p.m., Ped and Bike Subcommittee Meeting, Tigard Town Hall, Red Rock Conf. Room Wednesday, September 4, 6:30 p.m., TTAC Meeting, Tigard Public Works Auditorium Page 1 of 2 CITY OF TIGARD TIGARD TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes August 7, 2019 Members Present: Carine Arendes (arrived after item #5), George Brandt, Candi Cornils (Vice Chair), Ruth Harshfield, Richard Keast (alternate), Lonnie Martinez, Elise Shearer, Kevin Watkins (Chair), and Lindsey Wise. Members Absent: Carl Fisher, Ben Gooley, Holly Koontz (alternate), and Joseph Vasicek. Staff Present: Sr. Transportation Planner Dave Roth, and Sr. Administrative Specialist Joe Patton. Others Present: Pedestrian Bicyclist Subcommittee Chair Alan Eckert. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Watkins called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. The meeting was held in the Public Works Auditorium, at 8777 SW Burnham St. 2. INTRODUCTIONS 3. CONSIDER MINUTES The June 5, 2019 meeting Minutes were unanimously approved. 4. PUBLIC COMMENT – None. 5. 72nd AVE DESIGN UPDATE Dave reviewed the public comments on the design alternatives summary. There will be another Transportation Open House on September 18 in the Burgess Community Room at the Library. The 72nd Avenue preliminary design will be available then. 6. TRANSPORTATION CIP PROCESS PREVIEW Kevin gave an overview on the TTAC role in ranking of the qualified transportation projects and the timeline. Dave asked members to review the Tigard CIP webpage for background on the process. He discussed how transportation projects are added to the list and how staff score them. An update on the projects that were previously ranked by TTAC will be provided. 7. PED BIKE SUBCOMMITTEE / TTAC BYLAWS Dave reviewed the draft Bylaws. Members suggested increasing the number of alternates to enable current PBS members to serve on TTAC. 8. NON-AGENDA ITEMS A. Tigard applied for a federally funded grant through Metro to develop a trail plan for Red Rock Creek. B. Dave is taking over the trail counts in Tigard and will need volunteers. He will send additional information via email. CORRIDOR ALTERNATIVES - COMMUNITY COMMENTS SUMMARY TIGARD 72 ND AVENUE TRANSPORTATION STUDY As part of the process of developing and evaluating alternative design concepts for the 72 nd Avenue Transportation Study, the project team developed options for the following corridor design topics for review at a public open house and through an online survey conducted in March and April, 2019. x Bicycle treatment options x Pedestrian crossing locations and treatments x Priorities for sidewalk zone features or amenities x Lane configuration alternatives for four discrete sections of the corridor x Approach to on-street parking Following is a summary of the results of the two engagement efforts. Bicycle Treatments Participants were asked to state their preference for Buffered Bike Lanes vs. Protected Bike Lanes. Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 2 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 The majority of participants in both the online survey and the open house preferred the protected bike lanes (68% and 81%, respectively). Pedestrian Crossings and Treatments Participants were presented with the following information: x HAWK signal proposed at Hampton x Rapid flashing beacon proposed between Baylor and Clinton x Intersection traffic signals and crosswalks proposed at Beveland, Dartmouth (existing), Elmhurst, and north of Baylor Potential pedestrian treatments and amenities, including: x Café seating space x Wayfinding signage x Bike parking and repair stations x Trash, recycling, pet waste receptacles x Planters and landscaped areas x Benches and eating areas x Drinking fountains Online survey and open house participants were asked the following questions: x Does the proposal include the right frequency of pedestrian crossings? x Do the types of crossings proposed at specific locations feel like the right treatments and locations? Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 3 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 x Which sidewalk zone features are most important along 72 nd Avenue? In general, participants in both the open house and survey agreed that the proposal includes the right frequency of crossings (71% and 51%, respectively) and supported the treatments proposed at each location (86% and 74%, respectively). Approximately 37% of survey participants recommended more pedestrian crossings in the corridor, while only 11% recommended fewer crossings. The top three rates sidewalk zone amenities in both the open house and survey were trash, recycling and pet waste receptacles; planters and landscaped areas; and benches and resting areas. Sidewalk Features – Online Survey Responses Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 4 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 Sidewalk Features – Open House Responses Lane Configuration Options The following lane reconfiguration options were presented: x Highway 217 to Gonzaga A. Four traffic lanes, buffered bike lanes B. Four traffic lanes, protected bike lanes C. Five traffic lanes, buffered bike lanes D. Five traffic lanes, protected bike lanes x Gonzaga to Beveland A. Four traffic lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking east side only B. Four traffic lanes, protected bike lanes, parking east side only C. Five traffic lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking on both sides D. Five traffic lanes, protected bike lanes, parking east side only x Beveland to Red Rock Creek A. Three traffic lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking on both sides B. Three traffic lanes, protected bike lanes, parking on both sides C. Five traffic lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking on both sides D. Five traffic lanes, protected bike lanes, parking on both sides x Red Rock Creek to Highway 99 A. Two traffic lanes, buffered bike lanes, no parking B. Two traffic lanes, protected bike lanes, no parking x Red Rock Creek Crossing Options A. Undercrossing B. At-grade crossing with curb extension 31% 31% 34% 83% 59%55% 7% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Café seating space Wayfinding Bike parking and repair stations Trash, recycling, pet waste receptacles Planters and landscaped areas Benches and eating areas Drinking fountains Responses Which sidewalk zone features are most important along 72nd Avenue? (Pick 3) Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 5 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 Overall results for both the survey and open house included: x Between Highway 217 and Gonzaga, participants generally preferred the option with fewer (four) lanes and protected bike lanes (Option B). 17% 45% 14% 24% Option A: 4 lanes, buffered bike lanes Option B: 4 lanes, protected bike lanes Option C: 5 lanes, buffered bike lanes Option D: 5 lanes, protected bike lanes Responses Corridor Options - Hwy 217 to Gonzaga Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 6 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 x Between Gonzaga and Beveland, the most popular option included fewer (four) lanes, protected bike lanes, and parking on the east side of the street (Option B). 17% 48% 21% 14% Option A: 4 lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking east side only Option B: 4 lanes, protected bike lanes, parking east side only Option C: 5 lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking on both sides Option D: 5 lanes, protected bike lanes, parking on east side only Responses Corridor Options - Gonzaga to Beveland Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 7 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 x Between Beveland and Red Rock Creek, the most popular option included fewer (three) lanes, protected bike lanes, and parking on both sides of the street (Option B). 13% 53% 7% 27% Option A: 3 lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking on both sides Option B: 3 lanes, protected bike lanes, parking on both sides Option C: 5 lanes, buffered bike lanes, parking on both sides Option D: 5 lanes, protected bike lanes, parking on both sides Responses Corridor Options - Beveland to Red Rock Creek Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 8 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 x Participants typically preferred protected bike lanes over buffered bike lanes for all alternatives. 29% 32% 32% 7% Option A: 2 lanes, buffered bike lanes, no parking Option B: 2 lanes, protected bike lanes, no parking Option C: 2 lanes, undercrossing, no parking Option D: 2 lanes, curb extension, no parking Responses Corridor Options - Red Rock Creek to Pacific Hwy Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 9 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 x Participants preferred an undercrossing over an at-grade crossing at Red Rock Creek. Summary of Open House and Online Survey Results 10 of 11 APG Tigard 72nd Avenue Study May 28, 2019 On-Street Parking Open house participants generally recommended maximizing the pedestrian/bicycle experience, while online survey partipants more often recommended balancing parking with pedestrian/bicycle amenities. 0% 35% 65% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% Maximize on-street parking Maximize the pedestrian/bike experience Balance of both Responses How would you like to see parking incorporated into the final design? TTAC Meeting August 3, 2019 Basis →aggregated Member rankings Clear indication of priorities Flexible allocation of resources (staff time, capital funds, contractor support, matching funds, etc.) Long-term, comprehensive solutions (vs. “short-term fixes”) Priority 1 –Highest priority for completion/implementation within 6-year planning timeframe. Acquire and allocate necessary resources in order to insure completion/implementation within 6-years Priority 2 –Take cost-effective and reasonable steps to complete/implement projects using resources not allocated to P1 Priority 3 –Take cost-effective and reasonable steps to complete/implement projects using resources not allocated to P2 Sept 4 –Presentations: proposed CIP projects ◦“Discretionary” projects ◦“Qualified List” prepared by City ◦6-year planning timeframe Oct 2 –Prioritization ◦Discussion/perspectives ◦“real time” voting →Categories 1, 2, & 3 ◦Authorize transmittal to City City of Tigard Tigard Transportation Advisory Committee BYLAWS August XX 2019 DRAFT __________________________________________________________________________________________ City of Tigard | 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 | www.tigard-or.gov | page 1 SECTION I. CHARGE AND DUTIES A. The Tigard Transportation Advisory Committee (TTAC) hereafter referred to as the “Committee” shall have no powers except as conferred by resolution, City Charter, Tigard Municipal Code, or the Oregon Revised Statutes. B. The Committee and its members shall conduct itself in a manner that’s in keeping with applicable federal, state, and local laws pertaining to conduct and ethics and the City of Tigard Code of Conduct. Any violation of the provisions of such laws shall be grounds for removal from office. C. It shall be the function of the Committee to act as an advisory body to the City Council and city staff pursuant to these bylaws. D. TTAC serves in an advisory role to staff and Council on a broad range of relevant transportation issues reflecting city priorities and work program capacity, which may include, but is not limited to: 1. Complete Streets Policy implementation 1.2. Project prioritization for funding in the Capital Improvement Program 2.3. Preparation of multimodal transportation system plans and corresponding transportation financing/capital investment programs 3.4. Developing funding mechanisms and sources to implement transportation projects 4.5. Traffic safety 5.6. Input on project development and concept design E. The Committee may form project-based subcommittees to investigate areas relevant to its charge or duties pursuant to this section. 1. A subcommittee shall include at least one member who is also a member of TTAC. 2. A subcommittee shall operate in accordance with the TTAC bylaws, subject to the direction of TTAC and City Council. 3. A subcommittee shall provide an annual report to TTAC; the annual report may be in the form of a joint meeting. 4.3. TTAC may dissolve a subcommittee at the time that TTAC determines the work to be substantially completed or no longer productive. Formatted: Font: __________________________________________________________________________________________ City of Tigard | 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 | www.tigard-or.gov | page 2 SECTION II. COMPOSITION A. The Committee shall consist of eleven (11) voting and up to two (2) non-voting alternate members appointed by the City Council with the following representation and restrictions: 1. There shall be at least one (1) self-identified pedestrian advocate; 2. There shall be at least one (1) self-identified bicycle advocate; 3. There shall be at least one (1) regular transit user; 1.4. There shall be at least two (2) representatives who own or have primary management responsibility for businesses, employers, or major institutions within the City of Tigard; 2.5. There shall be at least eight (8) persons who are residents of Tigard and who represent a cross- section of interests in the community at large. 3.6. At the discretion of the Mayor and Council, up to one (1) of the above resident positions may be filled by a nonresident who has professional or personal experience that would contribute to the overall purpose of the Committee. B. Membership may temporarily drop below required minimums due to resignations and/or difficulty in recruiting qualified applications. SECTION III. APPOINTMENTS A. Council shall fill vacancies with individuals who meet the compositional requirements listed in Section II. B. Appointments of at-large members shall be made the City Council, with recommendations from the Mayor. SECTION IV. TERM OF OFFICE A. Committee members serve for a term of three years; terms begin on January 1, except that a mid-year appointment may be made to fill a partial term. B. Any vacancy in the Board shall be filled by appointment by the Council and Mayor for the unexpired portion of the term. The unexpired portion of a term does not count towards the fulfillment of the maximum number of allowed terms. C. Members may serve up to two consecutive terms. D. Members shall receive no compensation for their services; members may be reimbursed for duly authorized expenses. The community development director or city manager shall determine and authorize reimbursable expenses. E. A member who seeks to resign from the Committee shall submit a written resignation to the chair of the Committee, the staff liaison, or the city recorder’s office. If possible, the resignation should allow for a thirty (30) day notice so the City Council has the opportunity to appoint a replacement. __________________________________________________________________________________________ City of Tigard | 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 | www.tigard-or.gov | page 3 SECTION V. ORGANIZATION OF THE COMMITTEE A. The officers of the Committee shall be a Chair and Vice Chair. B. At its first meeting of the year, notice will be given of officer elections at the following meeting. At the second meeting, the Committee shall elect a Chair and Vice Chair from its members who shall hold office for one year, at the pleasure of the Committee. 1. The Chair shall have general directional powers over the Committee. The chair shall preside at all meetings and, in consultation with support staff, set the agendas and notify the board of all meeting times and place. 2. The Chair shall be the primary spokesperson for the Committee unless this responsibility is delegated to another member or a staff liaison. 3. Vice Chair. During the absence, disability, or disqualification of the Chair, the vice chair shall exercise or perform all the duties and be subject to all the responsibilities of the chair. 4. In the absence of the chair and vice chair, the remaining members present shall elect an acting chair. C. If the Chair should resign, the Committee shall, at its next meeting, conduct an election and provide a replacement to fill the unexpired term. D. Staff liaisons are the primary contacts for City of Tigard boards and the primary interface between these bodies and the City Council, City Manager, and departments. Besides serving as a technical resource, staff liaisons are responsible for meeting logistics, member recruitment and recognition, recordkeeping, and monitoring board effectiveness. SECTION VI. MEETINGS A. The Committee shall meet at least quarterly during a calendar year at a time and place that is specified at least 5 days in advance. B. The regular meeting of the Committee shall be held on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Tigard Library 2nd Floor Conference RoomPublic Works Auditorium, unless otherwise determined by the Committee. If the regular meeting day is in conflict with a city holiday, the meeting may be rescheduled. Proper public notice will be given of any variations from the regular meeting schedule. C. All meetings shall be conducted in conformance with Public Meeting Law. D. Agendas and meeting summaries shall be posted for public notice on the City of Tigard web page. Meeting agendas will also be posted in the lobby of City Hall in compliance with Oregon Public Meetings Law. All meetings shall be open to the public. E. A record of the Committee’s proceedings shall be filed with the city recorder. F. The Chair may call a special meeting, and the Chair shall call a special meeting if requested by a majority of Committee members. The call shall state the purpose of the meeting. Notice of a special meeting must be in writing and communicated to all members at least five days before the meeting. __________________________________________________________________________________________ City of Tigard | 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 | www.tigard-or.gov | page 4 G. A majority of votes of Committee members present, and not abstaining from the vote, shall determine the official position of the Committee on a given issue. Alternates are not allowed to vote under any circumstances. H. The Chair shall vote on all matters before the Committee unless having declared a conflict of interest. I. Committee members shall not send or receive electronic communications concerning any matter pending before the Committee during a Committee meeting. 1. Electronic Communications means e-mail, text messages, or other forms of communications transmitted or received by technological means. 2. Electronic Communications Devices means laptop computers, blackberries, cell phones, notebooks, or other similar devices capable of transmitting or receiving messages electronically. J. Committee member shall not use electronic communication devices to review or access information regarding matters not in consideration before the Committee during a Committee meeting. SECTION VII. COMMITTEE MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES A. Members of the Committee shall: 1. Regularly attend Committee meetings and contribute constructively to discussions; 2. Consider and discuss issues from a Citywide perspective, as well as that of particular stakeholders or interests; 3. Understand and be able to articulate the Committee’s charge, responsibilities, and adopted annual work program; 4. Strive to reach consensus on matters under consideration; 5. Act with respect and consideration for the viewpoint of others; 6. Review and provide comment on reports, presentations, and recommended policies or strategies related to transportation issues that may come before it; and 7. Vote on motions in front of the Committee, except where reasonable abstention is necessary. B. Committee members shall discharge their duties as specified and or directed by Council. However, the Committee may propose recommendations or otherwise participate regarding legislative matters including but not limited to, citywide transportation policy; transportation system planning, development standards, etc. C. Members of the Committee shall not make representations on behalf of the City of Tigard or the Committee, nor act in an official capacity, unless specifically authorized through an action of the Committee. D. Membership in the Committee does not restrict in any way the rights of any Committee member from exercising their participatory or due process rights as a private citizen. SECTION VIII. ATTENDANCE If any regular member of the Committee is unable to attend a meeting, he or she is expected to notify the Chair or Vice Chair, or the staff liaison if delegated by the Chair. If any member is absent from any six (6), regularly scheduled meetings within one year or three (3) consecutive meetings without reasonable cause, the issue shall be placed on the __________________________________________________________________________________________ City of Tigard | 13125 SW Hall Blvd., Tigard, OR 97223 | www.tigard-or.gov | page 5 upcoming agenda, and upon majority vote of the Committee, that position shall be declared vacant. The Committee shall forward its action to the Mayor and Council, who may fill the vacant position. SECTION IX. QUORUM At any meeting of the Committee, a quorum shall be a majority of the current regular members of the Committee. No action shall be taken in the absence of a quorum except that the meeting may continue with dis cussion on agenda items. For the purposes of forming a quorum, members who have disqualified or excused themselves from participation in any matter shall be counted as present. In the event a quorum will not be present at any meeting, the Chair or Vice Chair shall notify the Committee members in advance so that a decision may be made whether to meet and take no action on agenda items, or to reschedule to a different time. SECTION X. REMOVAL OF MEMBERS A. The City Council may remove members of the Committee in accordance with Section VIII Attendance. B. The Council may also remove members, when, in its judgment the conduct of a member does not conform to the City of Tigard Code of Conduct for Boards, Commissions and Committees or based on other conduct unbecoming a representative of the City. C. The Committee may make a recommendation to Council for the removal of a member for failure to comply with Section 7 Committee Member Responsibilities. The Committee shall forward a recommendation for replacement to the Mayor and Council in a timely manner. SECTION XI. ANNUAL REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE A. Not later than December 1, the Committee shall prepare an Annual Report to the City Council. B. The Annual Report shall include a summary of key activities and proceedings and any specific suggestions or recommendations which the Committee believes would assist its mission or improvement of the City’s transportation system. C. The Annual Report may be in the form of a joint meeting with Council. D. The Annual Report shall not be submitted unless approved by the Committee. Committee members will be provided an opportunity to prepare for and participate in the joint meeting. SECTION XII. AMENDMENTS A. These bylaws are adopted by resolution of the Tigard City Council, are binding on the Committee, and may be amended by the City Council. The Committee may propose amendments for Council consideration. oregonmetro.gov/trailcounts Printed on recycled-content paper. Annual Regional Trail Count Volunteer Opportunity! Explore the regional trail system, get hands on experience on survey methods and learn how data affects policy. It is fun and easy, and the data will help provide more options for people to get around on foot or bike. Time commitment can be as low as just two hours. Each September, volunteers from throughout the region gather along trails to count and survey people biking and walking on the Intertwine – greater Portland’s system of trails, parks and natural areas. The count is part of the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project’s ongoing effort to gather accurate trail- use data to help decide where and when to build new trails and respond to the needs of trail users. The Intertwine trail counts and surveys project relies on local partners and volunteers. Each year, hundreds of volunteers along with partners from 20 different cities and agencies hold counts at 139 sites. Across the country, more than 93 cities and regions conduct the trail counts each September. Sept. 10 to 15, 2019 Join the count To become a trail count volunteer, contact: Diego Gioseffi diego.gioseffi@oregonmetro. gov Dates Tue Sept. 10th 5 to 7 p.m. Wed Sept. 11th 5 to 7 p.m. Thu Sept. 12th 5 to 7 p.m. Sat Sept. 14th 9 to 11 a.m. Sun Sept. 15th 9 to 11 a.m. Volunteer training Wednesday, Aug. 28th 4 to 5 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Metro Regional Center Room 270 600 NE Grand Ave. Portland, OR oregonmetro.gov/trailcounts Printed on recycled-content paper. Why count? Walking is the No. 1 recreational activity in Oregon, and bicycling is quickly becoming a key mode of commuting in greater Portland. About 10 percent of daily weekday commuters bike or walk. The region is supported by a system of regional trails that connect people to natural areas and wildlife, transit, schools, shopping and jobs. The growing network of bicycle and pedestrian pathways supports active transportation, offers recreational opportunities and helps the region grow in a way that improves livability and reduces energy dependence. The Intertwine trail counts and surveys project helps maintain and increase these benefits by tracking usage, trail conditions and future demand. Trail count partners Metro Clark County Parks North Clackamas Parks Gresham Happy Valley Hillsboro Lake Oswego Oregon State Parks Oregon Department of Transportation Oregon City Portland Portland Parks and Recreation Sandy Tigard Troutdale Tualatin Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation Vancouver Wilsonville / South Metro Area Transit TTAC 2019 Planning Calendar (8/7/2019) Meeting Actions/Main Topics January 2 Transportation planning work plan; Complete Streets Policy February 6 Complete Streets Policy; elections March 6 Planning session; Creating Safer Streets (video) April 3 DRAFT Complete Streets Policy/Implementation Plan presentation May 1 Action:Complete Streets Policy/Implementation Plan June 5 SW Corridor (SWC) & Regional Transportation Bond (“T2020 Bond”) presentations July 3 (Cancelled) August 7 CIP prioritization preparation; Transportation System Plan (TSP) preview September 4 Proposed CIP projects presentation October 2 Action: Proposed CIP projects prioritization November 6 Council meeting preparations (Nov 12); TSP development plan December 4 (Cancelled)