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Presentation of The Rockville Bicycle Advisory Committee (RBAC) Report to the Mayor and Council
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Department
PW - Traffic & Transportation
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Mayor and Council receive the presentation briefing on the RBAC Report.
Discussion
RBAC was established in May 1999, by a Mayor and Council resolution (Resolution No. 4-99). The committee works to assist in the development of the city’s bicycle and pedestrian specific policies, oversee the implementation of the city’s Bikeway Master Plan, review current and proposed capital improvement projects to ensure bicycling needs are incorporated into design and construction, provide updates on the needs and desires of bicyclists in the community, and recommend actions to the Mayor and Council to advance safe bicycling in Rockville.
The committee represents bicyclists of all ages and abilities. Since its inception, RBAC has become a valuable resource for the city to provide guidance and recommendations regarding bicyclists needs, highlight practical considerations for infrastructure projects, and help city staff prioritize projects in the bikeway master plan. The committee’s continued success and support helps the city increase multimodal transportation and progress towards achieving Vision Zero.
Mayor and Council History
RBAC members have provided an RBAC report to past Rockville Mayor and Councils. This is the first time that RBAC has presented to this Mayor and Council.
Public Notification and Engagement
RBAC meets virtually on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 PM. The meeting agenda and meeting link are available on the city’s online calendar and agenda center prior to the meeting date.
Meetings are open to the public and everyone interested in bicycling in-and-around Rockville and improving bicycling in Rockville is welcome to attend.
Next Steps
RBAC will continue to meet virtually monthly to discuss issues important to Rockville bicyclists, plan bike rides, and provide comments and guidance on multimodal transportation projects in the city.
RBAC welcomes the Mayor and Council, city staff, residents, and interested parties to join RBAC for one of their weekly planned bike rides this summer. The scheduled rides are available online. <https://www.meetup.com/bike-rockville/>