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• Routes 12 and13. Route 12 is now completed and designated Route N with all signs installed (probably the fastest from inception to completion). Mike will update the map on the website. The likelihood is low that the app will be updated. Susan requested that Keith to follow up with Kathy Santos regarding posting an updated route map when completed. • Bob Creech mentioned that the applicant for a large area development between Spring Street and Hayden Avenue was interested in the locations of trail connections. Keith recommended he contact Amber Carr to be sure the trail map in Hayden Woods is up to date. • Regarding Route 13 (Manor District), Keith has begun discussion with the head of the Cider Mill Lane homeowners association about installing ACROSS signage at the entrance to the trail easement. Absent approval, the Route would go east along Bedford Street and down Valley Road, less desirable. The other choke point is the narrow footpath at the end of Blake Road, which Dave Pinsonneault has no objection to widening, but Keith will check with neighbors. • Bike/Ped Plan Funding. Peggy and Mark reviewed the history and current status. Mark feels that Jim Malloy is favorably disposed but if the past is a guide, higher priority items may push funding of a bike/ped plan down the list. Mark commented that with recent memos in favor from GCC, TAC, LBAC, and the Sustainability Committee that the message to the Select Board has been loud and clear. Peggy suggested hiring a consultant as an alternative and also noted that the DPW has been cooperative in the past without a formal plan. Keith will continue to coordinate with Betty Gau (LBAC) and Vinita (TAC) with the guidance of Mark in lobbying for plan funding. • GCC Liaison to Transportation Safety Group. Though this item was not on the agenda, the need for a liaison position with the TSG was discussed. Assuming the town manager approves of its creation, Peggy volunteered to fill it. • Expanded Role of GCC. Keith solicited comment on whether GCC should initiate trail improvement projects that require permitting, supervision, etc. such as was recently done by Mal at Bridge School and now volunteered to be done by Peggy at Meagerville. • A motion was unanimously approved by GCC members present to apply for an NOI permit for the Meagerville "Muddy Angle" • Another example of an expanded role in broader pedestrian issues is snowplowing the Lower Vine Brook bike path. Peggy is seeking Dave