William C. Ferguson

The committee meeting focused on updating the inventory of bicycle and pedestrian facilities across Virginia. Key discussion topics included the methodology for tracking completed projects, the integration of new data collection for bicycle facilities, and plans for a future statewide inventory of sidewalks and crosswalks. The committee addressed concerns regarding data accuracy, the identification of locally maintained projects, and strategies for improving outreach and communication with local governments and metropolitan planning organizations.

The committee held a meeting to discuss bicycle and pedestrian initiatives, including observations and celebrations related to Bike Month 2026. Key topics included updates on the statewide active transportation map hub and the forthcoming statewide sidewalk and crosswalk inventory. Additionally, the committee reviewed the roadway reconfiguration technical services program, specifically focusing on a study conducted for Atley Road in Hanover County, which examined safety challenges, pedestrian crossing distances, and the need for traffic calming measures.

The committee meeting covered updates on the count program for various cycle tracks, shared-use paths, and bike facilities across Virginia, noting significant usage increases. Discussions also centered on upcoming inventory tracking, technical assistance for roadway reconfiguration and road diet studies, and specific progress reports on the Mayo Bridge project and the Fall Line Trail development.

The board discussed several items, including a resolution regarding the Ashland Hanover rail project, the p3 manual revision, and the Smart Scale program. Key actions included the approval of commemorative naming for a bridge in Fauquier County, a limited access change for a project in Spotsylvania County, and the authorization of economic development access funds for projects in Henry and Pulaski Counties. Additionally, the board recognized the successful completion of an express lane extension project.

The public hearing provided an overview of the I-64 Hampton Roads Express Lanes Hampton Segment (4C) project. Key discussion topics included the project scope, which involves converting existing lanes into express lanes and general purpose lanes, widening I-64, rehabilitating and replacing bridges, installing sound barriers, and implementing a toll point. The presentation covered the project's purpose of improving travel reliability and reducing congestion, the use of design-build contracting, property impacts, and the anticipated schedule through 2025.