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Agenda Item 3.2.1

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TRANSPORTATION AGENCY FOR MONTEREY COUNTY
Memorandum
To: 

Board of Directors

From:

Stefania Castillo, Transportation Planner

Meeting Date:

August 28, 2019

Subject:

Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee - Marina Nominee


RECOMMENDED ACTION:
APPROVE the appointment of Joachim Hofmann Jr. to serve as the City of Marina primary representative on the TAMC Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. 
SUMMARY:
The Board appoints members of the public on an as-needed basis to serve on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities Advisory Committee to advise staff on bicycle and pedestrian transportation issues and make recommendations to the TAMC Board.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The item has no financial impact to the TAMC budget. 
DISCUSSION:

The TAMC Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is composed of volunteer residents who meet monthly with Agency staff to provide input to the TAMC Board on active transportation projects and programs. The Committee also provides input to local jurisdictions and Caltrans on bike and pedestrian infrastructure projects. The Committee has most recently led the effort to help shape the content and prioritization of projects in the Monterey County Active Transportation Plan and assisted staff with the annual May Bike Month campaign. 

 

Joachim Hofmann Jr. is being nominated by Bruce Delgado, City of Marina Mayor, to represent the City on the TAMC Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. Mr. Hofmann is eager to be part of a dedicated group working towards promoting and advocating for pedestrians and bicyclists. Committee vacancies remain for: Gonzales, Del Rey Oaks and Soledad. Staff requests that Board members in these areas recruit interested individuals and refer them to staff for more information. 

WEB ATTACHMENTS:
Hofmann - BPC Application and Nomination Letter