July 10, 2007

Wanted: enthusiastic bicycle user for Campbell bicycle advisory committee

The City of Campbell has a five-member Bicycle Advisory Committee that guides the development of bicycle planning and policies for the City and makes recommendations to the City Council in the use of funds for bicycle-related capital projects. Persons are eligible to serve on the committee who either live or work within the City limits. As an advisory body, the Committee makes recommendations to the City Council and staff.

In the past the Committee has provided valuable input into the planning of capital projects involving bicycle lanes and paths. The Committee meets on an as-needed basis, but generally meets bi-monthly. Traffic Engineering in the Public Works Department provides the primary staff support and is assisted on an as-needed basis by Community Development staff.

At the present time, there is one vacancy resulting from the departing member's moving out of the Bay Area. The City is interested in having input on bicycle-related issues from all segments of the community based on residential/business location, age, type of user, and interests. Applicant must live or work in Campbell and be at least eighteen years of age.

Persons interested in serving on the Committee are invited to fill out an application form and return it to the City Traffic Engineer by June 29, 2007. Staff and the four current Committee members will interview all those submitting applications and will make recommendations to the City Council. The City Council has final approval in making appointments. Please contact the Public Works Department at (408) 866-2150 or email at publicworks@ci.campbell.ca.us for more information or to request an application.