Flagstaff Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting - July 16, 2026

The City of Flagstaff Bicycle Advisory Committee convened on July 16, 2026, to discuss various bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects and improvements. Key procurement-related topics included the use of older funding sources, such as a 2004 bond for footpath easements and land acquisitions, with approximately $1.2 million remaining to be allocated toward priority projects like the Sawmill area trail connections and the Elks Lodge trail. The committee reviewed design concepts for bikeways near Coconino High School, including two-way bikeways, speed humps, and traffic calming measures. They also discussed an intergovernmental agreement with ADOT for Route 66 improvements, including an eight-foot foot trail and wider shoulders to enhance bike safety. The committee emphasized the need for better pedestrian crossings, such as rapid flashing beacons and protected intersections, and considered pilot projects like advisory bike lanes on low-traffic streets. While no formal votes were taken, the committee expressed support for advancing these projects and urged timely use of available funds to avoid losing grant matching opportunities. They also highlighted the importance of promoting completed infrastructure projects to the public.