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Meeting Minutes
DESCHUTES COUNTY BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Thursday, October 6, 2011-Noon to 2:00pm Sisters Public Library-Sisters, Oregon
Members Present: Cheryl Howard, Chuck Humphreys, Matt Martin, Michele Sims, Bill Braly,
Mary Barron Agency: Kim Curley-Commute Options, Jeff Monson-Commute Options, Brian
Potwin-Commute Options, Peter Russell-Deschutes County, Rick Root-City of Bend, Mike
Caccavano-City of Redmond, Steve Jorgensen-Bend Metro Parks & Recreation, Cari Charlton-
ODOT, Jon Williams-City of Redmond, Shawn Diez-Sisters School District, Paul Bertagna-
Sisters Public Works Visitors: Phyllis Lewis
Audio recording of this meeting is archived for review and/or transcription. The purpose of this
document is to outline topics of discussion and actions by the Committee.
Call to Order
Meeting was called to order at 12:02pm.
Introductions
Approval of Prior Minutes
The September 2011 BPAC meeting minutes were approved unanimously with change to letter
supporting roundabouts to specify roundabouts on State Highways.
Diversion Program Update
Brian Potwin provided a report on the diversion program successes and challenges. The three
biggest offenses cited have been wrong way riding, no light at night, and not obeying traffic
controls. The offender is given three months to attend the class. There have been 25 students
thus far. Question and answers followed.
Long-term Concepts for US 20/Cook-OB Riley
Cari Charlton distributed a hand out and provided background on the concepts for the
intersection. Two design concepts are under consideration. There is no construction funding at
this time. BPAC supports concept Option I-3 and a letter will be provided to Cari from BPAC
voicing this support. Open discussion followed.
Walk & Bike efforts at Sisters Schools
Shawn Diez discussed efforts promoting walk/bike options and making healthy choices for
children. There were 50 student/30 adult participants for International Walk/Bike to School Day.
Commute Options plans safety courses in Sisters in the future.
Bike/Ped Portion of Draft Deschutes County TSP Update
Peter Russell distributed and discussed the bicycle/pedestrian chapter of the draft
Transportation System Plan (TSP). He noted the County Planning Commission will be having a
work session on October 13th and a public hearing on October 27th.
Cascade Avenue (Highway 20) Improvements
Paul Bertagna provided overview of planned improvement projects including Cascade Avenue
from Larch Street to Pine Street (wider sidewalks, curb extensions, street trees, and other
streetscape features) to be completed January 2013, Barclay Drive/Highway 20 Project, and
Santiam Path (10-foot wide multi-use path) to be completed Summer 2012.
Sisters to Black Butte Ranch Trail
Chuck provided update from Sisters Trail Association. The Sisters Mountain Bike Festival had
70+ riders. New trails/extension under consideration include an 8-foot paved trail Crossroads to
High/Middle Schools (1 mile), an 8-foot paved trail from Sisters to Camp Sherman (15 mile), and
paving of existing trail to Crossroads.
BPAC Business:
BPAC Officers Discussion/Vote
Cheryl will continue as Chair, Michelle will serve as Vice Chair, and Kevin will serve as
Secretary.
Calendar Update
Item postponed.
Updates:
Redmond
Access plan is going to City Council for consideration.
Sage Elementary is participating in the Safe Routes to School program.
Bend
Final phase of Coyner Trail is under construction. The Larkspur Trail is complete. First Street
Rapids bridge/trail connection is in the design phase.
Commute Options
“Drive Less. Connect.” program and web site is open for enrollment. A new Safe Routes to
School grant was received. They are continuing health impact assessment on transit and
mobility. They are also working on scope of work with ODOT to expand programs to all of
ODOT Region 4.
Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 2:03pm.
Note: Next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 3, 2011 at Bend City Hall-Council
Boardroom.