Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The duties of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee shall include, but not be limited to the following:

(a) Make recommendations to the City regarding priority bicycle and pedestrian improvements to implement the Medford Transportation System Plan (TSP);

(b) Identify, advocate, and advise the City about issues that affect bicyclists and pedestrians;

(c) Advise the City on developing programs and facilities to comply with Statewide Planning Goal 12 (the Transportation Planning Rule) and to meet the TSP benchmarks regarding provision of facilities for non-motorized transportation modes;

(d) Support communication among city officials, cycling, pedestrian and other interests by providing a forum for receiving public input and identifying appropriate avenues for resolving issues affecting these groups;

(e) Encourage and participate in education related to pedestrians, bicyclists, skateboarders and others;

(f) Promote connectivity for non-motorized transportation modes on existing streets;

(g) Make recommendations to the City Council regarding priorities and opportunities for bicycle and pedestrian programs;

(h) Assist in gathering, reviewing and analyzing information regarding bicycling and walking in the City;

(i) Identify funding sources for bicycle and pedestrian projects and assist in obtaining funds;

(j) Respond to requests for comments on land use applications pertinent to non-motorized transportation; and,

(k) Foster a relationship with the Jackson County Bicycle Committee, the Oregon Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee, and other agencies that promote non-motorized modes of transportation.

Medford Bicycle Facilities Plan Map

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