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2. Citizen comments on bicycle safety programs, proposed bikeway improvements, and on bicycle needs in rodaway construction and improvements should be solicited. 3.. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall establish a bikeway committee on a adhoc basis to review the Bikeway Plan. Types of Cyclists and Routes A substantial variation exists in the ages, physical capabilities, and riding philosophies of cyclists currently active in San.Marcos. This variation results in differences in both the level of expertise among riders and subsequently, the types of trips which they are willing to make. The planning, design, and implementation of San Marcos bikeway system must be predicated on a capability to serve as much of this varied population as possible. Bicyclist in San Marcos be classified by trip purpose into three groups: neighborhood, commuter, and recreational cyclists. Each requires a different skill level and uses each type of facility to a different degree. Neighborhood cyclists include those individuals who use the bicycle for short trips within the immediate neighborhood to school, shopping areas, a friends's house, neighborhood parks or playgrounds, etc. Cycling skills required are generally low and local or collector streets usually provide adequate routes. The greatest number of neighborhood cyclists are school-age children or young adults. Commuter cyclist utilize the bicycle as their means of transport for a variety of trips ( work, university, shopping, entertainment, etc.) which usually extend beyond the immediate neighborhood, Commuter cyclists require the highest level of cycling expertise since they sometimes must use arterial streets for travel, mixing with heavy auto traffic and negotiating hazardous intersections. Most commuter cyclists are from 18-40 years of age as commuter cycling requires the greatest degree of physical ability as well as skill. E -3-