Section 1504 - Powers; duties(a) The Council shall do all of the following: (1) Advise the Secretary of the Department of Transportation and the Commissioner of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security on the following issues: a. Identifying gaps in the system of pedestrian paths and sidewalks in an effort to create a system of sidewalks and pathways that is continuous and interconnected.b. Designing standards for crosswalks, sidewalks, and pathways, ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, and considering the practicality of completing projects using the standards.c. Implementing the Department of Transportation's Sidewalk and Multi-Use Path Maintenance Policy.d. Reviewing of traffic rules to help support a safe pedestrian environment.e. Accessibility and connectivity in an effort to make transit a more viable option for all Delaware residents.f. Developing strategies for pedestrian safety education and awareness.(2) Assist the Department of Transportation with the periodic reevaluation and implementation of the Department of Transportation's Statewide Pedestrian Action Plan and make recommendations regarding the prioritization of pedestrian infrastructure improvements, especially within Level 1 and Level 2 Investment Areas, as the areas are determined under § 9101 of Title 29.(3) Provide advice or recommendations to other appropriate agencies or municipalities.(4) Assist with annual pedestrian safety events and outreach initiatives.(5) Review facts and circumstances of Delaware pedestrian fatalities on a quarterly basis. The review should identify trends, if any, and make recommendations to improve pedestrian safety.(6) Submit an annual report of the Council's activities and recommendations to the Governor, General Assembly, and the Director and the Librarian of the Division of Legislative Services. The Council shall also provide copies of the annual report to each affected state agency or municipality and make the report available on the Council's website.(b) The Council may form a subcommittee or multiple subcommittees to assist in completion of the Council's duties under this chapter. A subcommittee may include members of the public or from another state agency or nongovernmental organization relating to relevant areas of expertise. A subcommittee member is not required to be a Council member.(c) Submit an annual report of the Council's activities and recommendations to the Governor, General Assembly, and the Director and the Librarian of the Division of Research of Legislative Council. The Council shall also provide copies of the annual report to each affected state agency or municipality and make the report available on the Council's website.Amended by Laws 2023, ch. 255,s 2, eff. 11/6/2024.Added by Laws 2023 , ch. 58, s 1, eff. 6/28/2023.