(a) The intent of the creation of the Parkersburg Bicycle Advisory Board is to advise the City Council, the Mayor and all Departments and Offices of the City on matters related bicycling and the impart City actions may have upon bicycling; and shall have the opportunity to contribute in an advisory capacity to all aspects of the City’s planning process insofar as they may relate to bicycling. The Advisory Board shall make recommendations on all matters concerning planning, implementation and maintenance policies, programs and facilities for the safe and efficient integration of bicycle and pedestrian transportation systems in Parkersburg.
(b) Specifically, the Board shall:
(1) Initiate and/or assist in the development of an alternative transportation plan;
(2) Review proposals and plans for spot improvements and bikeways;
(3) Promote improved safety to reduce accidents and thefts of bicycles by evaluating and recommending changes in design standards for on-street and off-street bikeways, trails and paths accessible to bicyclists;
(4) Recommended way finding signs for created and/or designated bike paths through the City.
(5) Develop possible demonstration projects to encourage commuting through provision of safe, accessible routes and secure bike parking facilities.
(Ord. 0-1490. Passed 10-14-14.)