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Commission members were asked if they had any questions. Ms. Lewis asked if the grassy area in the Ferguson Ave. area will be cut out to incorporate sidewalks. Tim said yes, the plan recommends that all streets and all sidewalks will be upgraded and sidewalks will be provided where they are missing and that all sidewalks and curb cuts meet, at a minimum, ADA standards. Lisa Greening asked if the $14.6 million cost for curb and sidewalk improvements included Ferguson Ave. Mr. Breihan said yes. Nova Felton asked if there was traffic volume count on Canton. Tim said it was determined by a field survey and not scientifically counted because it was not within the scope of the plan. Tim also clarified that cars will be able to drive on all the streets. Cirri asked for the difference between a field study and scientific study. Tim said that a scientific traffic study would involve a person standing on a corner with a manual counter to count the car passing. A field traffic study would involve biking or walking the street for specific amount of time over several visits and making a judgment on what was observed. Ben Senturia asked if there were any modifications to the zoning codes necessary for this plan. Tim ope of the planning process. The plan only focused on public right-a- the zoning laws need to be looked at and probably rewritten to make the city friendlier for pedestrians and cyclist. Staff Comments Andrea Riganti, Director of Community Development, stated the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan was being brought before the commission as the bodytoreview andapprove the physical improvements to the city. This plan is considered a stand-alone document therefore, is not a comprehensive plan amendment and we are not revising the plan. Staff is recommending this plan be adopted as a supplement to the plan and that it be reviewed again with the next iteration of the Comprehensive Plan for incorporation. Staff is recommending approval. Ms. Moran stated she thought the plan was fabulous but had concerns about the route through private subdivisions. Mr. Breihan stated that the subdivisions and the city would need to work together and have an ongoing partnership. Sarah Hanly spoke regarding the bike and pedestrian route through the private subdivisions. Ms. Hanly agreed a partnership would need to be made. A motion to adopt the University City Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan was made by Ben Senturia and second by Lisa Greening. Motion carried. The plan will be forwarded to City Council for action and a public hearing will be required to adopt the Comprehensive Plan. Public Comments None Annual Election of Officers Lisa Greening nominated Deidre Lewis as Chair. Motion carried. Ben Senturia nominated Linda Locke as Vice-Chair. Motion carried. Ben Senturia nominated Cirri Moran as Designated Alternate. Motion carried. tm; E