§ 2-199.3. Duties. [Repealed]


Effective on Tuesday, February 7, 2017
  • The commission shall have the following duties:

    (a) To make recommendations regarding the implementation of roadway and transportation improvements as it pertains to bicycle and pedestrian needs;

    (b) To promote the safe and convenient enjoyment of the city's bicycle/pedestrian facilities through safety/educational programs and activities, community events and clinics, and other activities as necessary;

    (c) To promote communication and exchange of ideas and concerns among users of the city's bicycle/pedestrian facilities, city staff and the city commission;

    (d) To make reports and recommendations to the city commission and city staff with respect to the development and management of bicycle/pedestrian facilities;

    (e) To receive public input pertaining to bicycle and pedestrian transportation and infrastructure issues;

    (f) To make recommendations regarding the allocation of funds for capital expenditures relating to bicycle and pedestrian transportation;

    (g) To assist the planning and development department and the planning board in the preparation and adoption of an up-to-date bicycle/pedestrian facilities master plan;

    (h) To assist in the design of the Lake Wales Trailway and provide a public forum for citizens to participate in the planning effort for the trail;

    (i) To help ensure that the Lake Wales Trail (around Lake Wailes) continues to serve the needs of the many citizens who use it;

    (j) To suggest changes in the land development regulations that ensure that we become a city that welcomes walking and bicycling; and

    (k) To have such other duties and responsibilities granted by the mayor and city commission consistent with the bicycle and pedestrian needs of the city.

(Ord. No. 2005-26, § 1, 7-5-2005; Ord. No. 2005-45, § 1, 10-4-2005; Ord. No. 2017-02, § 8, 02-07-2017)