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About the Committee
Mandate
The Town of Halton Hills Active Transportation Advisory Committee (Formerly Bicycle Friendly Community Sub-Committee) was formed to advise and assist Town Council and Town staff on matters relating to the design, development, implementation and monitoring of policies, programs and facilities to enhance and promote a safe, convenient, efficient and accessible active transportation network by all users – pedestrians of all ages and abilities, people with disabilities, cyclists within the Town of Halton Hills.
Active Transportation Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
Purpose
The Committee will provide advice and input to the Town of Halton Hills on any matters relating to the design, construction and funding of multi-use and inter-connecting trail systems, and cycling systems in the Town of Halton Hills through:
- Identifying issues that impact trail and cycling development in Halton Hills;
Supporting active transportation as a more routine component of the work/school commute, shopping, socializing and entertainment endeavours;
Education and promotion of the environmental, social, economic and health benefits of active transportation;
Advocating for the development of a built environment that supports an active transportation network;
Collaborating with Regional staff to support active transportation; and
Acting as a sounding board and determining appropriate actions in response to issues and initiatives.
Principles
For the committee's activities to be successful, the following principles should be taken into account:
The main focus is on the Town of Halton Hills active transportation network.
Recognize the differing needs of users within both the urban and rural areas;
Appropriate funding and staff resources; and
Feasible, realistic and achievable strategies/actions tailored to the community's needs.
Members
Below are the members of the Active Transportation Advisory Committee for the 2022-2026 Term.
Councillor Jane Fogal - Chair
Councillor Alex Hilson
Nelson Barros
Ramona Hendry
Christian Lenz
Blake Mandarino
Cory Patten
Angelika Sommer
Jennifer Dougherty
Glenn Price-Jones
Meetings
Upcoming meetings, agendas and previous meeting minutes for the Active Transportation Advisory Committee can be found on the Town's Municipal Calendar.