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BPAC members call for better outreach, clearer Measure V accounting and data on collisions

Merced Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) · April 27, 2026
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Summary

BPAC commissioners asked staff for stronger public outreach, a Measure V project list that shows bicycle/ped allocations, collision/fatality data for pedestrians and bicyclists (including UC Merced incidents), and new standing agenda items; several commissioners also proposed moving meetings to evenings to boost public participation.

BPAC commissioners used the April 28 meeting to press the city for clearer outreach and stronger institutional coordination around bicycle and pedestrian safety.

Commissioner Lisa Kaiser Grant asked staff to bring a Measure V presentation and a compiled list of bicycle and pedestrian projects for which Measure V funds were earmarked, specifically asking for evidence that Measure V monies are being saved for active‑transport projects or used as match funds. "I'd like to know if there are any Measure V funds that are set aside and available for matching funds," a commissioner said during public comment…

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