Bicycling Network Proposal Receives Presentation but No Funding for 2001

Key Points

  • Presentation focused on health and environmental benefits of biking
  • Committee plans to request funding for "safe routes to school" next year
  • No funds were authorized for the network during this session

A proposal to establish a comprehensive bicycling network in Milton was presented to Town Meeting under Article 39, though no funds were appropriated for the project this year. Member Marjorie Jeff provided a presentation detailing the potential health, traffic, and environmental benefits of a dedicated bike network.

Jeff informed the body that the bicycling committee intends to return to Town Meeting next year to request funding, specifically focusing on safe routes to school initiatives. While the presentation was received, the Warrant Committee recommended that no appropriation be made at this time. Town Meeting followed this recommendation with a majority voice vote.

Motion: That no appropriation be made.

Vote: Passed by Voice Vote