DRAFT
MEETING MINUTES FOR DECEMBER 2, 2008
Meeting was called to order at 8:15.
Present were: Carol Dobek, Bob Donahoe, Kathy Herrick, Dave Maynard, Don Ouellette, Judy Parmelee, Ron Rencurrel, Lois Roth-Johnson, and Aimee Eckman(selectman liaison).
The minutes from the November 5, 2008 meeting were approved.
Old Business
Ideas to Adjust the lanes on Route 6: Aimee Eckman presented the concept of changing Route 6
in Eastham from a 4-lane road to a 2-lane road with a center turning lane and bike lanes on each side of the road. This concept was discussed by the full committee. Ideas that were discussed included: 1) a safer road with a 35 MPH speed limit; 2) bike lanes on Route 6; 3) a business friendlier road; 4) backup of traffic since the road is reduced from 4 to 2 lanes; 5) safety of bikers on Route 6 with heavy traffic; and 6) backup of traffic on Route 6 due to right hand turns and back up on side roads with traffic trying to enter Route 6. The committee felt that a traffic count on Route 6 should be reviewed to understand the implications of such changes. Aimee and Lois Roth-Johnson will meet with Police Chief Richard Hedlund for feedback and will report back to the committee.
Road Improvement Priority for biking/sidewalks: Ron Rencurrel presented a list of roads proposed for bike lanes. The names were approved with eliminating it as a priority list. The roads were Locust, Brackett, Old Orchard, Cable, Bridge, Herring Brook, Massasoit, Samoset, Kingsbury Beach, Campground, and Ocean View Drive. Kathy will write a letter to go on record concerning these roads when future road repairs are planned. The letter will be sent to Sheila Vanderhoef and Neil Andres.
Lois read a section of the 2007 Open Spaces Report that mentioned bikeways. No action was taken.
Dave Maynard reported the road space that is needed for bike lanes.
Revised Bike Safety rules: Kathy Herrick presented a revised document regarding bicyclist and driver responsibility taken directly from the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles Manual. The committee approved the sheet and discussed where these sheets should be distributed. Places that should be included would be bike shops, DPW, Visitor Center, and the Senior Center, plus added to our website.
Biking Grants: Kathy presented the Grant Seeker’s Guide as an overview of a typical application process and funding requirements for a Bikes Belong grant. If, at some point, we identify specific projects that need funding, and can then identify applicable grants, we would work with the Town to proceed. At this time we have no specific funding need in mind.
Update on Stop Signs at CCRT road crossings: Bob Donahoe will see the Police Chief Richard Hedlund concerning this issue.
Mass. Bike Coalition: Carol Dobek volunteered to be Eastham’s point person.
AmeriCorps Application: Kathy has given the form to Sheila Vanderhoef’s office.
National Seashore signs regarding bike helmet requirement: Judy Parmelee reported that the signs on the trail are old and incorrect. The Seashore is aware of the issue and will try to correct or replace the signs as soon as possible so they have the correct age for required helmets.
Membership Roster: Don Ouellette reported that the roster will be out next week.
New Business
Letter for Town’s Annual Report: Kathy distributed a draft letter. We will review and get back to her with any updates. She must submit the letter before December 18th.
Process for Minutes: A signed hard copy is given to the town clerk and an email copy will be sent to: townhall@eastham-ma.gov.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:50. The next meeting will be January 7, 2009 at 8:15am.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Dobek
Secretary
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