Bicycle And Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) of Santa Fe held a regular meeting on July 10, 2026, focusing on issues related to bicycle and pedestrian safety, infrastructure projects, and community engagement. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on infrastructure capital improvement projects (ICIP) for 2028-2032, highlighting major projects such as the Henry Lynch Road reconstruction with an estimated $7 million roundabout phase, the $25 million Bishop's Lodge Road construction, and the St. Michael's rail trail underpass with $8 million in promised funding. The committee discussed prioritization of these projects for funding and lobbying efforts. Additionally, the committee approved a motion to pilot striping a center line on the new Ti Content Trail section to improve trail safety and user awareness. Other procurement-related topics included plans to purchase new e-bikes for the police bike team and ongoing efforts to improve trail signage and safety measures. The meeting also covered committee appointments and subcommittee activities related to policy, promotion, and technical review, all supporting the strategic goal of achieving a gold-level bike-friendly community by 2033.