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===General===
===General===

*In Attendance:
***Paul J, Rueben, Kira, Finn, Duncan, Heather, Derrick, Erika, Peter, Fiona, Blake (guest of Peter)
***5 online, 6 in person

* Agenda additions
* Agenda additions
**Strava club membership.
* Introductions
**First Nations' engagement.

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===[[Current_Public_Consultations | Public Input/Consultations]]===
* ''Public input is critical when Council and Staff make trade-offs and decisions. Please make sure your voice is heard!!''
** [[Current Public Consultations|Click for more details and suggested responses]]


* [https://wiki.bikehub.ca/images/5/56/ALL_MUNIS_2023-10-23_eBike_Share_Pilot.docx.pdf Letter to All 3 Munis supporting continuation of the ebike Share was prepared and sent by Heather ]
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* Recruiting - [[Organization_and_Roles | Fill vacant positions]]
* Recruiting - [[Organization_and_Roles | Fill vacant positions]]
** Also to add a liaison with First Nations on the North Shore. See HUB resource page: https://bikehub.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=568c548a9a0e8b12d07bf2a86&id=e31567ec1e&e=5d6a015cb4
** Also to add a liaison with First Nations on the North Shore. See HUB resource page: https://bikehub.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=568c548a9a0e8b12d07bf2a86&id=e31567ec1e&e=5d6a015cb4

*** Action item - Kira to determine if being HUB liaison would be a conflict of interest.
* Ensure Cycling Priorities are in DWV's Transportation Strategy
* Ensure Cycling Priorities are in DWV's Transportation Strategy
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===Events ===
* Need a coordinator/organizer for events
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===City of North Vancouver - Nadia/Sophia===
===City of North Vancouver - Nadia/Sophia===
*Sophia is no longer able to act as CNV liaison. Need to appoint new reps.

*Nadia shared that a councillor will be introducing the following motion at the next meeting:
**WHEREAS in 2022 Council unanimously approved the City’s Mobility Strategy with the vision of having healthy streets that work for everyone with specific actions outlined, including those in part 5C: Supporting enforcement that reduces dangerous behaviour and prioritizes protection for vulnerable road users;
**WHEREAS in 2020 Council unanimously approved the City’s Safe Mobility Strategy, with a vision of safe streets for everyone, as places where people of all ages and abilities can move safely and comfortably without risk of harm, no matter where they are going or how they get around;
**WHEREAS people in the City often experience the behaviour of some drivers that exceed the posted speed limits and intersection requirements found in the Motor Vehicle Act that may result in negative noise and safety impacts;
**AND WHEREAS ICBC data indicates that there are more than 60 intersections in the City of North Vancouver that have had 20 or more casualty crashes between 2018 and 2022.
**THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to Council on the implementation of no right turn on red lights at all intersections where there were over 20 casualty crashes during 2018 to 2022;
**AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Mayor write to the Provincial Government to request that it install speed and red light cameras at all locations in the City of North Vancouver where there were over 20 casualty crashes during 2018-2022, or that it allow BC municipalities to install speed and red light cameras at their own cost and collect fines.


*Eliminate Right on Red.
*Eliminate Right on Red.
***Shown to increase crashes into people on foot by 60% and into bikes by 100%
***Shown to increase crashes into people on foot by 60% and into bikes by 100%
*** https://usa.streetsblog.org/2018/05/15/its-time-for-cities-to-rethink-right-turns-on-red
*** https://usa.streetsblog.org/2018/05/15/its-time-for-cities-to-rethink-right-turns-on-red
***Courtesy of Duncan.

**Action item - Heather to draft letter of support for the above motion.

*St. Andrews Infrastructure
**Derrick shared that it is largely done.


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**construction has started at Kennard Ave for the transit and cycling improvements, so riders should be aware of loose materials and changing traffic control
**construction has started at Kennard Ave for the transit and cycling improvements, so riders should be aware of loose materials and changing traffic control


'''November 6 motion''':


**WHEREAS in 2022 Council unanimously approved the City’s Mobility Strategy with the vision of having healthy streets that work for everyone with specific actions outlined, including those in part 5C: Supporting enforcement that reduces dangerous behaviour and prioritizes protection for vulnerable road users;
WHEREAS in 2020 Council unanimously approved the City’s Safe Mobility Strategy, with a vision of safe streets for everyone, as places where people of all ages and abilities can move safely and comfortably without risk of harm, no matter where they are going or how they get around;
WHEREAS people in the City often experience the behaviour of some drivers that exceed the posted speed limits and intersection requirements found in the Motor Vehicle Act that may result in negative noise and safety impacts;
AND WHEREAS ICBC data indicates that there are more than 60 intersections in the City of North Vancouver that have had 20 or more casualty crashes between 2018 and 2022.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to Council on the implementation of no right turn on red lights at all intersections where there were over 20 casualty crashes during 2018 to 2022;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Mayor write to the Provincial Government to request that it install speed and red light cameras at all locations in the City of North Vancouver where there were over 20 casualty crashes during 2018-2022, or that it allow BC municipalities to install speed and red light cameras at their own cost and collect fines.

*Casano-Loutet Overpass/Midtown Connector
**still waiting on permit
**no update on the Midtown Connector


*Upper Levels Greenway
**discussions underway with MOTI to ensure they are on board with the proposed changes as 25th is currently the proposed route. This should allow for general mobility improvements around the Lonsdale/highway interchange area


*4th and Chesterfield
**bike light and bump outs are currently being constructed


*St. Andrew's
*St. Andrew's
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*Lime is swapping out their fleet with their newest generation of e-bikes. These bikes have better power for steep hills (but have the same speed restrictions), better battery life, and their hardware will help Lime improve parking compliance in North Van. Increase in helmets on the bikes, but feedback on helmets has been limited thus far. Looking to collect more feedback and data re: helmet use, user perceptions, etc. soon. Plan is to have trip data publicly available.
*Lime is swapping out their fleet with their newest generation of e-bikes. These bikes have better power for steep hills (but have the same speed restrictions), better battery life, and their hardware will help Lime improve parking compliance in North Van. Increase in helmets on the bikes, but feedback on helmets has been limited thus far. Looking to collect more feedback and data re: helmet use, user perceptions, etc. soon. Plan is to have trip data publicly available.


<!--*Cyclist fatality at 23rd and Lonsdale
**The intersection ranked 18th, for volume of collisions on the North Shore during 2017-2021 period
**immediate safety improvements, which include: Introduction of new, no right on red light restrictions implemented at the eastbound and westbound approaches; New green bike box markings in front of the eastbound and westbound stop bars; new single file operation at the intersection approaches. Longer term changes include introducing a Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI) signal phase, signal phasing changes, and a fully protected off-road mobility lane on the north side of East 23rd Street, between Lonsdale Avenue and St Georges Avenue (delivered through the Harry Jerome Rec Centre project).

<!--'''Marine Main – Eastbound Transit Extension'''
**We submitted a letter of endorsement for this project

<!--'''CNV Mobility Strategy'''
*Strategy endorsed by Council on April 11 2022. Beyond ongoing initiatives, staff have been undertaking research and analysis on a number of new initiatives along with socializing some of this initial material with citizen committees. These initiatives include:
**Reducing neighbourhood speed limits: Vehicle speeds are one component of developing safe streets, alongside street design, enforcement, and education. Establishing safe vehicle speeds on local streets is an important first step to addressing safety issues, and comes with limited negative impacts (i.e. a negligible difference in vehicle travel times). Staff will be looking to return to Council in early 2023 with recommended signage options for consideration for establishing safe and comfortable conditions on local streets.
**Modernizing Transportation Requirements for New Developments: The City requires Transportation Studies and travel demand management (TDM) measures for most new multi-unit developments in the City. These requirements have some deficiencies that are leading to inconsistent outcomes. Updates are being planned for these requirements that will better align with goals from the Mobility Strategy, including how new developments will support emissions reduction, reductions in vehicle demand, and reductions in VKT. These are also anticipated to be brought forward in early 2023.
**Updating the Resident & Visitor Parking Policy: The City has a parking policy to help reduce external parking pressure on residential streets near to commercial areas. There are several equity/access issues with RVPP given the ongoing changes to how people move around the City. An update to the RVPP to address inequities and better align with the Mobility Strategy will be brought to Council for consideration in early 2023.

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*Mobility Strategy (implementation of some strategies to commence this year, e.g. zoning bylaw updates re new developments and bike storage)
*Carson Graham School - AT improvements (some sidewalk gaps to be addressed this year, most changes part of next year's budget)
*Kings Mill (detailed park design underway, construction to begin: Spring 2023)
*Cotton/Main St bridge (preliminary designs underway, construction is dependent on funding)
*Casano-Loutet Overpass (construction anticipated in 2023)
'''Upper Levels Greenway'''
*Submitted a letter to express our comments: [[File:CNV_UpperLevelsGreenway_052422.pdf‎]]
Esplanade
*cycling and pedestrian infrastructure should be finished by end of year; green paint may be delayed until spring
*still waiting for temporary push button at 3rd and Forbes

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*Daytime, the traffic signal on Moody Ave at East 3rd Street operates in coordinated mode favouring eastbound-westbound transit.
*The cycle length on East 3rd Street corridor varies between 70 and 82 seconds and out of 82 seconds during the busiest time of day total of 51 seconds are allocated to favour the transit corridor traffic, meaning that in the worst case the pedestrians and cyclists crossing East 3rd Street will have to wait up to 51 second when they have just missed the window at arrival at the intersection.

<!--'''Community Wellbeing Strategy'''
*Engagement for draft strategy will be in mid/late June; in parallel with the Climate & Environment Strategy
*Final strategies to be presented to Council in September
*More info here: https://www.cnv.org/city-services/planning-and-policies/community-wellbeing

'''Forbes & 3rd'''
*Timeline for upgrades is uncertain; CNV is working with the Squamish Nation. Archaeological component to any changes given the site of a former residential school.
*Could be up to 2 years away.

'''Bike Storage Designs'''
*As part of the Mobility Strategy, CNV will be looking at zoning bylaw updates regarding new developments and high quality bike storage/bike rooms designs.
*Taking on some research over the summer re new developments (including on/off street bike parking). Will engage HUB on guidelines this summer/fall.
*Sent this document to Brandon to share with the team: https://bikehub.ca/sites/default/files/hub_cycling_amenities_report.pdf

'''Casano-Loutet Overpass'''
*Staff are still working through the permitting process with MoTI and First Nations. Construction anticipated in 2023.
'''Cotton-Main St Bridge Over Lynn Creek'''
*Scope is two-fold: need to conduct a bridge inspection + putting forward a business case to widen the bridge
*No detailed plans/designs yet; will engage HUB for input at a later stage
*Need to wait for federal funding as it is going to be costly. -->
<!--'''E-scooter Pilot (no update)'''
*Bylaws received final adoption at Council in early March. Pilot runs until April 2024.
*The pilot allows privately-owned e-scooters for personal use on local streets, paved multi-use pathways, and in mobility lanes. E-scooter share programs will not be permitted at this time.
*More info here: https://www.cnv.org/city-services/streets-and-transportation/sustainable-transportation/travel-options/cycling/e-scooters -->
<!--'''The Shipyards Strategy (no update)'''
*https://letstalk.cnv.org/theshipyards
*Survey is now open until August 31st 4pm (it’s quick ~ 5 minutes. 1 open ended, rest are multiple choice/checkboxes).
*‘What could we do better?’. A few cycling related responses:
**More bike parking
**Better/clearer bike routes (wayfinding signage with destinations, pavement markings)
**Separation of walking & cycling
**Slower car speeds in the surrounding areas
*Connected to the Waterfront Transportation Network Survey? (December 2021)-->
<!--'''Esplanade Complete Street (no update)'''
*Check out HUB Cycling North Shore's Twitter page for updates!
*Full design here: https://www.cnv.org/city-services/streets-and-transportation/sustainable-transportation/travel-options/cycling/mobility-network-project/esplanade-complete-street
*Current information can be found at www.cnv.org/ecs
*Any comments/questions can be directly sent to Mo Bot at ecs@cnv.org -->
<!--'''St Andrews Safety Improvements (no update)'''
*The following are now complete:
**New sidewalks on the east side
**Bumpout & yellow delineators (at 9th)
**Raised crosswalks (at 8th and 9th)
*Due to a national road paint shortage, the road has not yet been repainted to narrow the travel lane and provide an uphill parking protected bike lane.
*Once complete, counts will follow to measure changes to volume and speed.
*Signage:
**Signage typical on CNV bike routes will be added, confirming users are on the route.
**Destination based bicycle way-finding is not included in this project, as it will be delivered once the City develops a broader wayfinding strategy.
*https://www.cnv.org/-/media/City-of-North-Vancouver/Images/Image-Panels/Streets-and-Transportation/St-Andrews-road-maps.ashx -->
'''ITC - Dana & Jonathan'''
* When is the next meeting??
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*May meeting update (held May 3): we received an overview of CNV's zoning bylaw policy (for information purposes only). CNV will be overhauling their zoning bylaws in the coming months, which could have direct and indirect impacts on cycling infrastructure (e.g., bike storage requirements for new builds, encouraging more community amenities to reduce travel distances, etc.). Public engagement on their zoning policy is expected to start in early June.
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=== District of North Vancouver - Duncan/Stephen/Stewart/Don ===
=== District of North Vancouver - Duncan/Stephen/Stewart/Don ===
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* '''Mountain Highway Safety Study'''
* '''Mountain Highway Safety Study'''
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*''' HUB Priorities communicated and discussed at 2 meetings in Oct
*''' HUB Priorities communicated and discussed at 2 meetings in Oct
** Regular Meetings scheduled every 2 months
** Regular Meetings scheduled every 2 months
***Duncan shared that those meetings are typically held with Mac Fitzgerald and Richard (implementation). Next meeting November 10, 2023.


* '''Marine Drive - Bridge to Tatlow'''
** Have asked for a follow up meeting.


* '''Spirit Trail, East of Seymour''' planning:
**MSP (Mount Seymour Parkway) planned for rapid build in Spring 2024 - meeting up coming 10-Nov.

*'''Main St - Harbour Ave - Barrows'''
** Planning to tender in October, and Build in Spring/Summer 2024

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**Midway up at the intersection with Thompson Place - https://wiki.bikehub.ca/index.php?title=File:Westmount_bike_lanes_-_at_Thompson_Place_intersection_2023-11-01_IMG_4900.jpg
**Midway up at the intersection with Thompson Place - https://wiki.bikehub.ca/index.php?title=File:Westmount_bike_lanes_-_at_Thompson_Place_intersection_2023-11-01_IMG_4900.jpg
**At the upper-end close to Hwy 1 - https://wiki.bikehub.ca/images/c/c5/Westmount_bike_lanes_-_close_to_Hwy_1_2023-11-01_IMG_4900.jpg
**At the upper-end close to Hwy 1 - https://wiki.bikehub.ca/images/c/c5/Westmount_bike_lanes_-_close_to_Hwy_1_2023-11-01_IMG_4900.jpg
**Peter noted that the lanes are buffered but do not include delineator posts.
**Blake suggested that a poured concrete "island" would assist with risk when trucks corner in the presence of cyclists where the route intersects at Hiway 1.
'''Go By Bike Week'''
'''Go By Bike Week'''
*Paul and I volunteered at the HUB Celebration Station on 13th and Argyle with Blake from Microworks on a wet Monday the 16th of October.
*Paul and I volunteered at the HUB Celebration Station on 13th and Argyle with Blake from Microworks on a wet Monday the 16th of October.
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===Communications & Outreach - Rueben/Paul/Heather===
===Communications & Outreach - Rueben/Paul/Heather===
*Go by Bike Week highlighted in our recent communications.
*''let us know if there is something we should communicate about - blocked bike lanes, new infrastructure, etc.''
*Notice of Spirit trail closure for 2 days at Mosquito creek marina.
* Implementation of Strava HUB bike club
**Strava now has a club on Strava which we can join https://www.strava.com/clubs/1166818?mc_cid=a3d0646417&mc_eid=5d6a015cb4
** How can we use this platform to recruit and inform?
*Duncan shared that he logs rides via Strava.
*'''Twitter''' (Rueben)
*The app will also provide route suggestions for us.
** Advertized GoByBike Week(s)
*Not sure what the potential is to help solicit members and advocate using Strava.

*'''Facebook'''(Heather)
**'''Facebook'''(Heather)
*Heather reported that we can no longer use FB to post links to NS News and other Canadian sources. This severely limits the effectiveness of FB as a tool.

*Erika asked about the viability of our Wiki page to make this links available.
*'''North Shore News'''
**'''North Shore News'''
** [https://www.nsnews.com/opinion/move-on-whats-a-woonerf-and-why-should-we-build-one-in-north-vancouver-7651403??utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=snd Move On: What's a woonerf and why should we build one in North Vancouver?]
** [https://www.nsnews.com/opinion/move-on-whats-a-woonerf-and-why-should-we-build-one-in-north-vancouver-7651403??utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=snd Move On: What's a woonerf and why should we build one in North Vancouver?]
** [https://www.nsnews.com/highlights/scooters-and-skaters-and-wheels-oh-my-micromobility-devices-on-rise-on-roads-trails-bike-lanes-7753187??utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=snd Scooters and skaters and wheels, oh my: Micromobility devices on rise on roads, trails, bike lanes]
** [https://www.nsnews.com/highlights/scooters-and-skaters-and-wheels-oh-my-micromobility-devices-on-rise-on-roads-trails-bike-lanes-7753187??utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=snd Scooters and skaters and wheels, oh my: Micromobility devices on rise on roads, trails, bike lanes]
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*Meeting adjourned 8:14 pm
===Social===
*Jack Lonsdale, after the meeting
**Any and all are welcome

Latest revision as of 14:57, 12 November 2023

General

  • In Attendance:
      • Paul J, Rueben, Kira, Finn, Duncan, Heather, Derrick, Erika, Peter, Fiona, Blake (guest of Peter)
      • 5 online, 6 in person
  • Agenda additions
    • Strava club membership.
    • First Nations' engagement.



Goals & Objectives

      • Action item - Kira to determine if being HUB liaison would be a conflict of interest.
  • Ensure Cycling Priorities are in DWV's Transportation Strategy




City of North Vancouver - Nadia/Sophia

  • Sophia is no longer able to act as CNV liaison. Need to appoint new reps.
  • Nadia shared that a councillor will be introducing the following motion at the next meeting:
    • WHEREAS in 2022 Council unanimously approved the City’s Mobility Strategy with the vision of having healthy streets that work for everyone with specific actions outlined, including those in part 5C: Supporting enforcement that reduces dangerous behaviour and prioritizes protection for vulnerable road users;
    • WHEREAS in 2020 Council unanimously approved the City’s Safe Mobility Strategy, with a vision of safe streets for everyone, as places where people of all ages and abilities can move safely and comfortably without risk of harm, no matter where they are going or how they get around;
    • WHEREAS people in the City often experience the behaviour of some drivers that exceed the posted speed limits and intersection requirements found in the Motor Vehicle Act that may result in negative noise and safety impacts;
    • AND WHEREAS ICBC data indicates that there are more than 60 intersections in the City of North Vancouver that have had 20 or more casualty crashes between 2018 and 2022.
    • THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to Council on the implementation of no right turn on red lights at all intersections where there were over 20 casualty crashes during 2018 to 2022;
    • AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the Mayor write to the Provincial Government to request that it install speed and red light cameras at all locations in the City of North Vancouver where there were over 20 casualty crashes during 2018-2022, or that it allow BC municipalities to install speed and red light cameras at their own cost and collect fines.
    • Action item - Heather to draft letter of support for the above motion.
  • St. Andrews Infrastructure
    • Derrick shared that it is largely done.


District of North Vancouver - Duncan/Stephen/Stewart/Don

  • HUB Priorities communicated and discussed at 2 meetings in Oct
    • Regular Meetings scheduled every 2 months
      • Duncan shared that those meetings are typically held with Mac Fitzgerald and Richard (implementation). Next meeting November 10, 2023.



District of West Vancouver - Paul/Peter/Mike

Westmount Road bike lanes

Go By Bike Week

Lime Bike Share Presentation to DWV Council on 30 October

  • Following a very comprehensive presentation, Council voted in favour of staff concluding the pilot project at the end of the year and working on transitioning to a more permanent arrangement.
  • In the meantime, Lime will continue the program for up to 12 months in 2024.

Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure - Mike/Don

Communications & Outreach - Rueben/Paul/Heather


Schools - Paul Janzen

  • Fall semester ends Nov 16, resuming March 2024.


  • Meeting adjourned 8:14 pm
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