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318 <br />319 <br />320 <br />321 <br />322 <br />323 <br />324 <br />325 <br />326 <br />327 <br />328 <br />329 <br />330 <br />331 <br />332 <br />333 <br />334 <br />335 <br />336 <br />337 <br />338 <br />339 <br />340 <br />341 <br />342 <br />343 <br />344 <br />345 <br />346 <br />347 <br />348 <br />349 <br />350 <br />351 <br />352 <br />353 <br />and then met with NCDOT representatives on July 21st to discuss the <br />resurfacing program and any opportunities that may exist, based on existing <br />adopted transportation plans, for implementing these plans through NCDOT's <br />resurfacing program. NCDOT representatives explained that the funding <br />structure for resurfacing projects has changed and that the emphasis now is <br />solely maintenance and safety. It is no longer possible to divert funds to add 2 -ft. <br />or 4 -ft. wide shoulders on a resurfacing project. They will be on the lookout for <br />any other funding possibilities (from other resources). <br />C. DRAFT BICYCLE SAFETY PLAN (ABIGAILE PITTMAN) - The BOCC received the <br />OUTBoard's Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Report, including recommendations <br />at its June 16th meeting. The BOCC accepted the Report and instructed staff to <br />a. Review the list of recommended actions in the Report with regard <br />to financial costs, staffing capabilities, and required coordination <br />with other agencies /entities; and <br />b. Return to the Commissioners in the fall with information relevant to <br />implementing the lists of actions suggested the Report. <br />Staff will keep the OUTBoard apprised. <br />OUTBoard Action: Receive information, provide comments. <br />AGENDA ITEM 7: BOARD COMMENTS <br />AGENDA ITEM 8: ADJOURNMENT. THERE IS NO MEETING IN SEPTEMBER. <br />MOTION was made by Alex Castro. Gary Saunders seconded. <br />VOTE: Unanimous <br />Heidi Perry, Chair <br />