Res 88-02RESOLUTION NO. 88-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF DRI,RAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A
PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE TASK TEAM AS AN
ADVISORY BODY TO THE CITY COMMISSION;
PROVIDING OBJECTIVES FOR SAID TASK TEAM;
PROVIDING FOR THE COMPOSITION OF SAID TASK
TEAM AND APPOINTMENT THERETO; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE AND SETrING A SUNSET DATE.
WHEREAS, the Transportation Element of the City of Delray Beach
Comprehensive Plan identifies alternative (to the automobile) transportation options as an important
element in future development in Delray Beach; and
WHEREAS, the City of Delray Beach Parks and Recreation Master Plan, adopted by
the City Commission on February 5, 2002, calls for improved accessibility to the City's park and
recreation facilities through construction of linkages; including bikeways, trails, sidewalks and transit;
and
WHEREAS, on October 8, 2002, the City Commission of the City of Delray Beach,
by consensus, agreed that a Pedestrian and Bicycle Task Team should be established in order to
provide recommendations with respect to the implementation of a pedestrian and bicycle
infrastructure system consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan within the City of Delray
Beach; and
WHEREAS, it was agreed that the Pedestrian and Bicycle Task Team is to research
and identify the needs of pedestrians and bicyclists within the Delray Beach city limits and report
these findings to the City Commission;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That there hereby is established a Pedestrian and Bicycle Task Team,
which shall prepare an assessment and report identifying the needs of pedestrians and bicyclists to
the City Commission and recommending the implementation of a pedestrian and bicycle
infrastructure system within the City of Delray Beach. To that end the Task Team shall review the
inventory of existing pedestrian paths and bikeways in the City, supporting infrastructure such as
bike racks or lockers, City Code provisions affecting pedestrians and bikeways, and hazardous
conditions affecting pedestrians and bicyclists. The final report of the Task Team should identify
gaps in the City's pedestrian paths and bikeways where facilities are needed to provide a complete,
citywide system; as well as linkages between and access to our parks and recreation facilities. The
report should also identify additional supporting facility needs, recommend appropriate changes in
the City Code and Land Development Regulations to encourage walking and bicycling as alternative
transportation, and measures which can be undertaken to improve the safety of pedestrians and
bicyclists throughout the City
Section 2. That the Pedestrian and Bicycle Task Team shall have seven (7) members
appointed by the Mayor and City Commissioners. The composition of the Task Team shall include a
cross section of citizens from various neighborhoods throughout the city. To the extent possible,
the team should include a representative of the Police Dep~mxent, a representative of the Parks and
Recreation Depaxm~ent, one or more bicycle enthusiasts and members from the community at large.
A majority of the membership shall constitute a quorum. A Chairman shall be elected by and from
among the task team membership.
Section 3. That the Task Team shall have technical and logistical support provided
as designated by the City Manager.
Section 4. That the Pedesoan and Bicycle Task Team shall mediately pursue its
assigned task with a target date of accomplishing said task by May 31, 2003. In addition, the Team
should assist in developing any concepts or information needed for grant applications early in 2003.
Section 5. That the Pedestrian Bicycle Task Team shall disband upon completion of
its assigned task unless otherwise extended by action of the City Commission.
2002.
PASSED AND ADOPTED in regular session on this the 5th day of November,
ATYEST:
City Clerk
MAYOR
2 RES. NO. 88-02
RESOLUTION NO. 88-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A
BICYCLE/PEDESTRIAN TASK FORCE FOR THE PURPOSE
OF IDENTIFYING THE NEEDS OF BICYCLISTS AND
PEDESTRIANS WITHIN THE CITY AND RECOMMENDING
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A BICYCLE AND
PEDESTRIAN SYSTEM CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WITHIN THE CITY OF DELRAY
BEACH, PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND A
SUNSET DATE.
WHEREAS, the Transportation Element of the City of Delray Beach
Comprehensive Plan identifies alternative (to the automobile) transportation options as an important
element in future development in Delray Beach; and
WHEREAS, on October 8, 2002, the City Commission of the City of Delray Beach,
by consensus, agreed that a Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force should be established in order to provide
recommendations with respect to the implementation of a bicycle and pedestrian system consistent
with the City's Comprehensive Plan within the City of Dekay Beach; and
WHEREAS, to that order it was agreed that the Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force is
requested to research and identify the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians within the Delray Beach
City limits and report these findings to the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force shall consist of seven (7) members
in addition to one (1) staff liaison and one (1) recording secretary; and
WHEREAS, it is anticipated that this task should be accomplished within a six
month (6) time frame and the Task Force shall disband unless otherwise extended by action of the
City Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF DELRAY BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That there hereby is established a Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force, which
shall prepare an assessment and report identifying the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians to the City
Commission recommending the implementation of a bicycle and pedestrian system within the City
of Delray Beach.
Section 2. That the Bicyde/Pedestfian Task Force shall consist of seven (7)
members which shall be appointed by the City Commission and should include a cross section of
citizens from various neighborhoods throughout the city. The Mayor shall appoint a chairperson
from the membership.
required.
Section $. That this Task Force shall meet a minimum of once per month or as
Section 4. That the Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force shall immediately pursue its
assigned task with a target date of accomplishing said task by May 31, 2003.
Section 5. That the Bicycle/Pedestrian Task Force shall disband upon the discharge
of its assigned task by May 31, 2003, unless otherwise extended by action of the City Commission.
2002.
PASSED AND ADOPTED in regular session on this the 5th day of November,
ATFEST:
City Clerk
MAYOR
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