Description

PURPOSE: The purpose of this commission is to promote and encourage bicycling, walking and running in a safe and efficient manner in the City of Bloomington for the purpose of health, recreation and transportation.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Appointees shall have been voters of the city for at least one year immediately preceding the appointment.

DUTIES: (A)To serve as a citizens forum for discussion and recommendation of improvement to existing facilities and planning of new projects concerning safe access for cyclists, pedestrians and runners; (B)To prepare reports and recommendations to the mayor, common council, plan commission and planning and transportation department as needed, concerning the needs of cyclists, pedestrians and runners within the city; (C)To foster and develop safety programs for cyclists, pedestrians and runners; and, (D)To encourage the hosting of cycling, walking and running events conducted in a safe manner which will attract visitors from outside of the City.

TIME COMMITMENT: Time required by member to serve on commission: 1 hour per month

COMPENSATION: Each member of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Commission does not receive compensation for their service.

Meeting Schedule

Generally meets on the 2nd Monday at 5:30pm in the Hooker Conference Room of City Hall, 401 N.Morton.