Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board Regular Meeting – June 25, 2026

The Mobility and Transportation Advisory Board (MTAB) of Golden, Colorado, held a regular meeting on June 25, 2026, chaired by A. Zimmerman. The meeting began with routine approvals, followed by public comments and a study session that included preliminary discussions on South Golden Road redesign, a review of bike/pedestrian crash data, and updates on street specifications, personal transportation vehicle policy, and capital projects. Several agenda items were tabled pending additional reports, and no formal votes were taken on substantive items.

Consent Calendar

• Approval of Agenda: Motion by R. Grubin, second by A. Zimmerman, unanimously approved. (Note: The agenda listed approval of minutes from May 28, 2025, but the minutes packet indicates May 28, 2026. The board approved the minutes with corrections, including updating the upcoming meeting location.)
• Approval of Minutes (5/28/2026): Motion by A. Zimmerman, second by R. Grubin, unanimously approved with corrections (noted that Pam Logan's name was misspelled and the upcoming meeting address corrected from 1445 to 911 10th Street).

Public Comments & Testimony

• Alex Philipson (North Ford area) inquired about the possibility of extending the RTD G line to Golden, citing an online discussion by RTD Director Chris Nicholson and Jeffco political interest in a 2028 ballot measure. He asked what citizens could do to support the measure. Board members encouraged contacting elected officials and noted the positive shift.
• Peyton Gibson (Bike Walk Golden) provided updates on the organization's bike rack program (installed at two locations, grant-funded, seeking to expand to Jeffco trailheads) and the Golden bike map project (final round of engagement at July bike cruise, free printed maps, online version available). Gibson also advocated for a Vision Zero pilot program with temporary, incremental street changes (e.g., flex posts, paint) and proposed partnering with the city to test low-cost safety improvements. Several board members expressed openness to the idea and suggested staff work with Bike Walk Golden to refine a list of candidate projects.

Discussion Items

• Golden Roadway Safety Discussion: Staff reported that reports on two recent motor vehicle collisions (MVCs) that sparked community calls to action are not yet completed. The board tabled this discussion until reports are available.
• South Golden Road (Preliminary Redesign): The board held an extended, informal study session to identify pain points and desired outcomes for a potential South Golden Road project. Key issues raised included:
  • The existing bike lane ends abruptly and lacks adequate ramps; cyclists feel unsafe, especially between Johnson Road and Ulysses Street.
  • Pedestrian experience is poor: exposed, hot, few crossing opportunities, and no mid-block crossings. The crossing near Golden High School and businesses was cited as particularly dangerous.
  • High vehicle speeds (posted 35 mph) feel uncomfortably fast due to wide lanes; geometry encourages speeding.
  • Ideas discussed: replacing left-turn lanes with Michigan-left style roundabouts or traffic circles (though concerns about longer travel for residents), creating a raised/separated multi-use path, improving access management by consolidating driveways, and adding Dutch-style raised bike lanes. Staff noted that any changes would require community engagement and funding, and that the county is studying adjacent land uses.
  • No decisions were made; this was a preliminary brainstorming session.
• Bike/Pedestrian Crash Data Map: Staff presented a map of all bike/pedestrian crashes (2018–2026). Central Golden, especially the 13th and Ford area (right-hook crashes), was identified as a hotspot. Board members discussed adding flexible posts to deter right-turn encroachment on bike lanes, and suggested color-coding the map by year to track trends. Staff agreed to bring vehicle crash data to the next meeting. The board also discussed permissive left turns and the potential benefit of prohibiting them in downtown, though concerns about congestion were noted.
• Street and Bike Specification Update: Staff reviewed progress on updating the Street and Bike Specification Manual (last updated 2006) and the Personal Transportation Vehicle (PTV) policy (e-bikes, scooters, etc.). Links to draft documents will be shared with the board for comment. Staff noted the PTV policy is a response to city council’s request and will not address e-motos (considered an enforcement issue).
• Project Updates: Staff provided updates on several ongoing capital projects:
  • Central Golden protected bike lanes: driveway grades at two locations are steep (due to ADA constraints); staff will monitor.
  • North Ford Street bike lane extension: design underway, board will be consulted early.
  • Lena Gulch trail connection under Colfax: meeting with CDOT next week.
  • Heritage Road roundabout: progressing toward bid later this year.
  • Highway 93 corridor study (58th & 6th to north): in lull between public engagement and alternative development.
  • US 6 (19th to Colfax): CDOT will resurface; utility trenching must precede paving.
  • Gramps Park parking lot: completed.
  • Noise walls along 58th: mostly done; south side residents may experience reflected noise, but no formal complaints yet.
• New Business: Board member JJ Risch raised two items:
  1. The stop sign at 12th and Jackson (southwest corner) is placed 20 feet ahead of the stop line, causing confusion. Staff will investigate.
  2. A missing curb cut at the bike path that meets Johnson Road (near the post office) makes it impossible to dismount without lifting the bike. Staff acknowledged the issue and will consider a ramp at a future maintenance cycle.

Key Outcomes

• Golden Roadway Safety Discussion tabled until MVC reports are released.
• South Golden Road discussion was preliminary; no votes or decisions. Staff will compile the board’s ideas for future consideration.
• Crash data map improvements (color-coding, vehicle crash data) will be prepared for the next meeting.
• Specification and PTV policy drafts will be circulated for board comment; no timeline provided.
• New Business items (stop sign placement, curb cut) will be reviewed by staff; no firm commitments.
• The next MTAB meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2026, at 911 10th Street.