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Burlingame commission split over City Threads AMP accelerator as critics warn it may prioritize bike projects
Summary
Commissioners debated an AMP proposal from City Threads to accelerate bike/ped projects. Supporters said the coalition model could speed already‑planned projects; skeptics warned the nonprofit2s materials emphasize bike advocacy and questioned whether coalition tactics could sidestep public input.
Commissioners spent an extended portion of the meeting discussing whether Burlingame should pursue a City Threads AMP (Accelerated Mobility Playbook) process intended to accelerate delivery of bike and pedestrian projects through coalition building, outside funding and a paid coalition manager.
Mr. Wong introduced the AMP summary, saying the program helped many cities prioritize and build projects faster by organizing business, philanthropic and community partners and investing in a coalition manager to coordinate outreach and advocacy.
"The AMP is a playbook which ... helps cities accelerate planning, design and construction," Mr. Wong said, describing how other cities used…
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