AGENDA CAPTION:
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Receive a staff presentation on the Bicycle Friendly Community designation granted to the City of San Marcos by the League of American Bicyclists, including report card recommendations provided by the League, and discuss next steps based on recommendations.
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Meeting date: April 1, 2025
Department: Planning and Development Services
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Vision San Marcos - A River Runs Through Us
Background Information:
The City of San Marcos was named a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community in 2018 and received renewal in 2024. This presentation highlights the significance of the Bicycle Friendly Community designation and the 14-month collaborative process that informed the application. The League of American Bicyclists, a nonprofit organization, is the issuer of this recognition. Additionally, the League returned a scorecard to the City with recommendations for continued progress in the areas of Engineering, Education, Engagement, Evaluation, and Equity. This feedback is intended to motivate continued progress until renewal in 2028.
The presentation reviews the City’s performance through the lens of the newly added Equity category. Next steps focus on project selection, installation, and tracking, and communicating intended outcomes to marginalized groups.
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Recommendation:
City Council will receive the presentation and provide feedback to staff.