§ 15-18. Powers and duties.

(a) In general.

The BMore Streets for People Advisory Board may undertake the activities described in this section.

(b) Routing and programming.

The Advisory Board may:

(1) propose pilot and permanent routes for the BMore Streets for People Program; and

(2) recommend programming enhancements and other services when a need for them is determined by the Advisory Board.

(c) Advice.

The Advisory Board may make recommendations about solutions and alternatives for routing challenges, programming, communication strategies, and the cost effective use of City personnel.

(d) Research and education.

To gauge the impact of the BMore Streets for People Program on participating communities, the Advisory Board must research and measure the following in neighborhoods along Program routes:

(1) level of community participation in BMore Streets for People planning and implementation;

(2) diversity of participation among age groups and nonprofit organizations; and

(3) evidence of enhanced sociability and healthy activities.

(e) Monitor program.

The Advisory Board may:

(1) review and monitor the successes and lessons learned in conducting the BMore Streets for People Program in Baltimore City; and

(2) make recommendations for promoting the efforts of the Program.

(f) Advise and counsel.

The Advisory Board may:

(1) provide education to the residents of Baltimore City, the City Council, the Mayor, and the various departments and agencies of the City on Program activities and outcomes; and

(2) recommend programs and legislation to promote and ensure the continued success and expansion of the Program throughout Baltimore City.

(g) Evaluate policies and programs.

The Advisory Board may review and evaluate the impact of existing and proposed policies, programs, and legislation affecting the BMore Streets for People Program.