HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-01-16-TAC-minLexington Transportation Advisory Committee
Wednesday, January 16, 2002
7:30 PM, Room 105
Meeting Minutes
Attendees: Don Graham Ed Ganshirt
Ben Turk Sally Castleman
Gail Wagner
1. Ed Ganshirt's Assignment - Ride LEXPRESS. TAC members were encouraged to
periodically ride LEXPRESS to remain current with the system and its operation. A
critique of a Route #3 trip was given and was very positive. One exception was a
rattle emitted by the wheelchair mechanism. M & L will be contacted regarding
insulation.
2. Route Review. As a second phase of route review, completion times were logged by
all drivers for a one week period. Although buses are running close to schedule, the
runs are very tight. Letters will be sent to solicit input from private residence
complexes (special LEXPRESS stops) where there are usually no riders. This
information will be used to assess continuation of theses special stops.
3. MBTA Route 76. As of December 29, 2001, this route was to be modified to
accommodate exclusion form Hanscom Air Base and a ten minute route reduction
time. Information provided by the MBTA did not correspond with observations of
those present and clarification will be sought through the MBTA.
4. Tourism Shuttle. The Tourism bus shuttle is proposed to operate from July 1 through
October 31, 2002. Two buses would operate seven days per week, loam to 5pm.
Funding remains the main issue.
5. LEXPRESS Rider Survey. A Rider survey developed from a 128 Business Council
form was reviewed and suggestions noted. The survey will be distributed to riders in
January with the assistance of a DPW intern.
6. Marketing LEXPRESS. The initial response of the Lexington High School
marketing teacher to develop a youth focused LEXPRESS ad campaign was positive.
A meeting will be arranged in the beginning of the new semester. All documents
from the 2002 Transit Guide should be compiled to direct future efforts. Concerns
regarding the commitment of the graphic artist and thoroughness of postal route
delivery were raised.
7. Hartwell Avenue TMA. A marketing brochure and preliminary survey geared to
property owners is nearing completion.
8. Transportation Meeting: Gail Wagner attended the MAGIC meeting. It was a good
opportunity to connect with other towns. State Transportation Improvement Grants
and the Assabet Regional Bike path were the main topics.
9. Patriots Parade Banner. No research was conducted.
10. Minutes of December 12, 2001 meeting were approved.
11. Next Meeting. Wednesday, February 20, 2002.