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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-08-31 Bicycle & Pedestrian_MIN BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN COMMISSION Thursday, August 31, 2000 Special Meeting Minutes MEMBERS PRESENT Joan Spear, Beverly Morris, Alexis Rewcastle, Bruce Taylor, Carole Wheeldon, and David Young. STAFF PRESENT Maria Harris. PUBLIC PARTICIPANTS Benjamin and Susanne Sawyer. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. CAR FREE DAY PLANNING Wheeldon discussed the flyer and advertising material, and noted that the group needs to agree on the format and content. She also noted that there is a need to finalize details, such as the name of the stunt bike rider. Wheeldon noted that she is also working on the banner, and stated that she is thinking it will read “Ashland Car Free Day” or “Car Free Day” with some highlights. Commissioners agreed to go with “Car Free Day.” Taylor questioned whether “Car Free Day” would be too small if “Ashland” were added. Wheeldon stated that she would check what would fit well on the banner. Discussed whether handing out raffle tickets in the morning would work, and decided that it would be better to limit the raffle tickets to the afternoon fair. It was also noted that the trolley would run continuously during the periods it was available. It was noted that Dave Nourie’s show will be from 3:30 to 4:00 p.m. on the blocked off portion of Iowa Street, and then at 5:20pm the raffle will occur, followed by the 2.5 mile community bike ride starting at Triangle Park, from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. There was discussion of the routes for the ride and the walk, and it was noted that the ride would go to Walker and then loop back to the Plaza. For the walk, it was decided that the group would loop down to the library and back. Sawyer asked about the bus information, and Harris confirmed that the City’s new flyer will be th ready for September 15. Wheeldon suggested doing Siskiyou Boulevard-through-time poster boards, and questioned Harris about having a Siskiyou Boulevard contact sheet/flyer on display at Car Free Day. Harris agreed to check in with the Public Works Division. Barnes also agreed to provide bus schedules, Bikes on Buses, and RideShare brochures for distribution at the fair. Sawyer noted that Siskiyou Cyclery, University Bike Shop, CylceSport, Bear Creek Bicycle, and Full Circle Sports have contributed to the raffle, and pointed out that all but Bear Creek Bicycle will be exhibiting at the fair. Young noted that Dave Maltz, the electric bike designer, and “Solar Man” will both be at the Transportation Fair. Rewcastle clarified that Dave Nourie’s non-profit organization is called “Bike-It.” Sawyer explained that he has asked the bike shops to bring the latest in safe transportation and cargo hauling. Morris stated that she had tried to contact the Ashland Outdoor Store’s manager, but she had not been able to connect. She noted that she has checked with Cantwell’s, Ashland Community Foodstore and Safeway to carry pull-carts for pedestrians to transport groceries. Barnes noted that RVTD is calling their valley-wide event “Rogue Valley Quality of Life Day,” and they will be issuing a press release. Sawyer stated that he has obtained the raffle donations from four of the five bike shops, and noted that there will probably be about 10 items, including locks, bells, and horns. Taylor noted that Carol Lee Rogers has donated a red bike jersey to raffle off. Wheeldon suggested that Spear contact Ashland Community Food Store to see if they would be willing to make a couple of "One Less Car" T-shirt donations for Car Free Day. Rewcastle suggested that the flyer and the letter be distributed together, and questioned who would be handling the printing and bundling. It was suggested that a total of 1750 flyers be printed to cover the elementary schools, part of the middle school and the high school, plus a few extras. Spear noted that the signs will be available the first of next week, and stated that she would let Harris know the size of the signs as soon as possible. Morris pointed out that 2000 stickers have been ordered and should be ready next week, and stated that she has prepared news releases to the papers, television stations, and radio stations. She also noted that the Tidings had printed a piece last week, and stated that she will do another press release next week. Morris noted that Myles Murphy of the Tidings will be doing features on the event, and interviews with some of those involved. The mornings station assignments were listed as follows: Taylor and Evo’s; Morris at Rogue Valley Roasting Company; Rewcastle and Spear at Morning Glory; and Sawyer and volunteers at Brother’s. Harris stated that she would check on the tables, and stated that at this point the plan was to have the tables delivered by staff to the morning locations. Young questioned whether tables could be left at Triangle Park by staff until the afternoon fair. Susanne Sawyer questioned whether there would be sign-in sheets, and Young confirmed that at the last meeting it was agreed that there would be sign-in sheets on a clipboard at each stop, and that a comment section would be included. Wheeldon noted that this would be a good start for a Siskiyou Boulevard Redesign Project mailing list. Benjamin Sawyer asked if there would be signs at the restaurant stops. It was suggested that these signs could read, “Car Free Fuel Stop” or “Car Free Pit Stop.” Young suggested using orange bicycle visibility flags. Young agreed to distributing stickers to all the morning stops on the morning of the event. It was decided that there would be a work party/meeting at Wheeldon’s house (815 Oak Street) on Tuesday, September 12th at 4:00 p.m. to assemble the signs. It was noted that the putting up th of the signs, on Thursday the 14, would be coordinated at that meeting. Sawyer questioned where bike stores will be recognized. Wheeldon noted that they will thanked on the flyers, as well as the coffee shops and possibly the Outdoor Store. Morris inquired about the ad, and Wheeldon questioned how long it will run. It was confirmed that thth the ad will run on Monday, September 11 and Thursday, September 14. It was clarified that the maximum to be spent on the ad was $200. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m.