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Member Sandstrom asked for clarification that the draft prioritization in the <br />appendix would remain preliminary even after the bike plan is approved, and <br />confirmed that prioritization will be addressed as a next step. <br />Ms. Lowry explained that the bike plan is more conceptual compared to the <br />pathway master plan, which involves more detailed, segment -by -segment <br />engagement. She noted that while some outreach was conducted, additional <br />steps and input will be needed before implementation, and the council's <br />discussion will help guide the plan's next steps. <br />Member Sandstrom asked whether the map intentionally shows only public <br />schools and whether there was a specific reason private schools were not <br />included. <br />Ms. Lowry said it was not intentional that only public schools were shown. She <br />explained that before using schools as a planning factor, the city would need to <br />more clearly define and refine which types of schools or facilities to consider. <br />Motion <br />Member Fergus moved, and Member Luongo seconded, to recommend <br />that the City Council approve the bike plan. <br />Ayes: 9 <br />Nays: 0 <br />Motion carried. <br />Ms. Lowry explained that the plan will be presented to the Parks Commission <br />before going to council, likely in June, to keep the process moving forward. She <br />noted that the goal is to align the bike plan with the pathway master plan over <br />time, avoid separate prioritization efforts, and gain council support to proceed <br />with next steps. <br />c. Pathway Master Plan — Continued Segment Review <br />Public Works Director Freihammer provided a brief review and update on <br />projects and maintenance activities listed in the staff report dated April 28, <br />2026. <br />Chair Ficek noted this was a continuation of prior discussions and that the group <br />would review the segments with the intent to vote on a recommendation for <br />approval, and asked for clarification on the exact wording of the motion. <br />Mr. Freihammer explained that the group is continuing to review and refine the <br />pathway master plan by working through existing and proposed segments, <br />aiming to reach a consensus rather than a formal vote. He noted that as they <br />move further down the list, segments may be less prominent or more complex, <br />and introduced the next segment for discussion, a proposed connection along <br />Page 6 of 11 <br />