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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packet - TSP - 2014.06.121. CALL TO ORDER AGENDA June 12, 2014 7:00 p.m. — Council Chambers 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —April 10, 2014 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS Persons in the audience may speak on any item on the agenda or any other matter within the jurisdiction of the Commission. The Ralph M. Brown Act (the State -Local Agency Open Meeting Law) prohibits the Commission from acting on any matter that is not on the agenda. Speakers are requested but not required to fill out a "Request To Speak" card located on the table by the door and hand it to staff. The Commission Chairperson may limit speakers to three minutes each. 7. CURRENT BUSINESS 7.1 Staff Presentation —Capital Improvement Prioritization 8. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF 8.1 Engineering Division Reports —Reports and/or updates on Public Works projects and activities Requests/comments/responses to public traffic concerns (stop signs, crosswalks, speed control, parking) • Burlingame Ave Downtown Parking Strategies • Floribunda Traffic Calming review • Oakgrove Ave/Neuchatel Ave Parking and Red Curbs • Howard Ave/Victoria Rd Stop Sign Requests Construction and Design projects • New Bike Racks • Burlingame Avenue Streetscape Project • Linden/Larkspur Intersection Temporary Traffic Circle • 2014 Street Resurfacing Project • US101/Broadway Interchange Project School Traffic Issues • Hoover School Construction 8.2 Police Department Reports — Reports and/or updates on Police Department programs and activities 8.2.1 General/Selective Traffic Enforcement Report 8.3 Commissioners' Comments and Concerns 8. 3.1 Fresh/Farmers' Market Event Calendar 9. COMMUNICATIONS Report by Staff or Commissioners of citizen concerns or complaints regarding traffic, safety and parking issues that are within the Commission's jurisdiction. 9.1 Andrew Kenakin —Digital Payment Technologies (DPT) information 9.2 Joe Kavalaris —Floribunda Avenue Traffic Safety Efforts Update 9.3 Jeff DeMartini —New B/PAC member from Planning Commission 9.4 Todd Weller, Joan Constantino, Bernadette Canniffe, Abbi Eastburn, Christie Onoda — STOP Sign request at HowardNictoria Intersection 9.5 Amjad Hanif —Residential Parking Permit Program for Ray Drive 9.6 Other Communications 10. COMMISSION &COMMITTEE REPORTS 10.1 Burlingame Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (B/PAC) Committee meets 5:30PM in Conference Room B before each TSPC meeting. 11. NEW FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Dates for discussion to be determined later by Staff or Commissioners. 11.1 Downtown Parking Strategies 11.2 Cypress Avenue 2 -Hour Parking Restriction &Residential Parking Permit Program (1500 block) 12. ADJOURNMENT Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Traffic, Safety and Parking Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the Engineering Counter at City Hall located at 501 Primrose Road during normal business hours. MINUTES -ITEM 5 II&AWAGA01114• CALIFORNIA 94010-3997 www.burlingame.org Meeting Minutes Unapproved rhursday, April 10, 2014 Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Howard Wettan, Chair Mark Noworolski, Nick Akers Jeff Londer John Martos None. Vice -Chair Staff Present: Augustine Chou, Engineering Programs Manage, Public Works Corporal Brett Murphy, Police Department Joanne Louie, Administrative Secretary Visitors: Abigail Akers Rosalie McCloud Manito Velasco Rita Prodger 1. CALL TO ORDER. 7:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG. 3. ROLL CALL. 5 of 5 Commissioners present. 4. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Chair Wettan acknowledged the presence of Rosalie McCloud and thanked her for her participation at last month's meeting. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Motion: To accept the minutes of March 13, 2014 with the following corrections: - Item 7.1 paragraph 2 correcting the word negating to gating Item 8.1.1 paragraph 5 rewording "would make better sense" to "makes sense" M/S/C: Wettan/Noworolski; 5/0/0 1 6N PUBLIC COMMENTS Rita Prodger spoke regarding her safety concerns at the intersection of Floribunda Avenue and EI Camino Real due to vehicle speeding, cars running traffic lights, and the amount of traffic. Manito Velasco spoke regarding bicyclist safety issues on California Drive and felt that there was a big disconnect based on the feedback he was getting on these issues. Mr. Velasco said measures taken have been ineffective and made the following suggestions: - Staff or Commissioners should bike on California Drive. Include California Drive Bicyclist and Pedestrian Safety on Item 8.1.1. Make a bike lane on northbound California Drive because the width of the lane could accommodate it. 7. CURRENT BUSINESS 7.1 Downtown Parking Strategies Mr. Chou explained the background and process needed to develop strategies to address downtown parking needs. He recommended that the Commission establish a sub -committee of two Commissioners to work with engineering and police staff regarding the potential strategies pertaining to parking around the Burlingame Avenue downtown area. He explained that staff would take the lead in the effort and have the sub -committee members report back to the entire Commission on any progress. Chair Wettan opened the floor for public comment. Mr. Velasco suggested making Chapin Avenue 90° parking with the idea that such a design would gain 20-25% parking. Chair Wettan suggested making two sub -committees or a sub -committee with alternating members for the process to help define downtown parking strategies. Motion: To form asub-committee of two Commissioners who would work with engineering staff and the Police Department on development of downtown parking strategies. M/S/C: Londer/Noworolski; 5/0/0 Motion: To appoint Commissioner Martos and Chair Wettan to the sub -committ ee to work with Staff and the Police Department for an unspecified term. M/S/C: Londer/Akers; 5/0/0 7.2 TSPC Areas of Emphasis for 2014 Chair Wettan sought input from the Commissioners on this matter. The Commissioners came up with the following priorities: Downtown parking structure Commuter, pedestrian, bicyclist strategies and issues on California Drive - Downtown parking strategies Traffic safety and informational brochures Continuation of the municipal code review for Chapter 13 Motion: To accept the following areas of emphasis for 2014: - Addressing the issues of making downtown parking more accessible. Addressing the issues of safety and better routes for bicyclists, pedestrians and commuters in the City of Burlingame. Emphasis on completing the review of the Municipal Code — Chapter 13. Emphasis on completing the traffic safety and information brochures review. M/S/C: Akers/Conder; 5/0/0 Motion: To form asub-committee to continue the municipal code review of Chapter 13. M/S/C: Akers/Noworolski; 5/0/0 Motion: To form asub-committee to complete the traffic brochures review/update. M/S/C: Akers/Conder; 5/0/0 Motion: To appoint Commissioners Akers and Noworolski for the Municipal Code Review sub -committee. M/S/C: Noworolski/Wettan; 5/0/0 Motion: To appoint Commissioners Martos and Conder for the sub -committee to complete the traffic safety and information brochures review/update. M/S/C: Martos/Akers; 5/0/0 Chair Wett an also took public comment from Mr. Commission be guided by the "Complete Streets Policy" 8. Information/Discussion Items from Commission and Staff 8.1 Engineering activities Velasco, who asked that the Division Reports —Reports and/or updates on Public Works project and 8.1.1 Requests/comments/responses to public traffic concerns (stop signs, crosswalks, speed control, parking) - Non-standard stop signs along Trousdale Drive Mr. Chou reported that staff was still re-evaluating the issue and, if necessary, would meet with the previously established TSPC sub -committee regarding any course of action. - Floribunda Traffic Calming review Mr. Chou reported that Mr. Wong has met with the residents. There will be further reporting pending the return of Mr. Wong. - EI Camino Real parking south of Mills/Peninsula Hospital Mr. Chou reported that the recently installed No Parking signs were modified tD make it very clear about the parking restriction. - Highland/Howard Avenues request for stop signs Mr. Chou reported that staff is currently working on conducting stop sign warrant studies. Commissioner Londer brought up that the Post Office will be moving to that corner location, and that this might affect the volume count. - EI Camino Real/Cypress Avenue pedestrian signal timing Mr. Chou reported staff has been in communication with Caltrans representatives regarding the crosswalk signaling, and that they are aware of the public concerns. - EI Camino Real/Ray Drive crossing guards Mr. Chou reported there were several emails from various members of the community regarding this matter, and that the Burlingame School District staff is working on the feasibility of how to include this location for additional crossing guards. Commissioner Londer reported that he has also received several emails and has directed them to the school district staff. Construction and Design projects - Burlingame Avenue Streetscape Project FAI Mr. Chou reported the 1400 block of Burlingame Avenue should be completed at the end of this month. He added that the target date for overall project completion at this time is for the end of August. Linden/Larkspur Intersection Temporary Traffic Circle Mr. Chou reported that competitive quotes for materials and installation would be completed by the end of April or beginning of May, and that installation would follow directly after that. He added that the test period for this temporary installation would be about six months. - US101/Broadway Interchange Project Mr. Chou reported that Caltrans delayed the bid opening to May 13, 2014. - Electric Charging Station Mr. Chou reported that the Director of Public Works and the City Manager have been looking into this and have met with vendors. He added that they are now trying to put together a Request for Proposals. Mr. Chou said that he would provide updates as necessary. 8.1.3 School Traffic Issues Mr. Chou reported that a preliminary meeting between Burlingame city staff, Hillsborough town staff, and Burlingame School District representatives will be held on May 10, 2014 to discuss finding some common ground regarding the Hoover School construction. 8.2 Police Department Reports —Reports and/or updates on Police Department program and actives 8.2.1 General/Selective Traffic Enforcement Report Corporal Murphy report ed that selective enforcement continued at the intersection of Howard Avenue and Lorton Avenue for pedestrian and stop sign violations. He reported that this follow-up enforcement showed great improvement at this intersection. Corporal Murphy reported that the Police Depart ment received on-going complaints regarding speeding on Floribunda Avenue. He said that the data collected did not show a significant speeding problem. Corporal Murphy stated that April was "National Distracted Drivers Month", and that there would be Police enforcement emphasis placed on this violation for the month. 5 0 8.3 Commissioners' Comments and Concerns Commissioner Louder mentioned that Mike Harvey attended last Monday night's Council meeting, and that he was very concerned and very opposed to the California Drive Roundabout as well as the Carolan Avenue Road Diet projects. Commissioner Louder brought up TSPC representation at upcoming Fresh Markets, which is available for TSPC the second Sunday of every month. It was agreed that, for the May meeting, the Commission would review the dates and schedule volunteers. Commissioner Louder also mentioned "Bike to Work Day", which would be on. May Stn He asked that any Commissioner available to volunteer that morning to contact him. The Commissioners discussed some of the general content to be included in the Staff Report to Council regarding the Parking Structure recommendation. COMMUNICATIONS 9.1 Hilary Schweiso —Airport Boulevard signal timing 9.2 Burlingame Police Department —Meadows Lane cul-de-sac parking 9.3 Manito Velasco —Grove Avenue construction work 10. COMMISSION &COMMITTEE REPORTS 10.1 Burlingame Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory committee (B/PAC) B/PAC did not meet this evening and there is no report. 11. NEW FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 11.1 Staff Presentation —Capital Improvement Prioritization 11.2 Howard Avenue Long-term and Short-term Parking (1400 block) 12.ADJOURNMENT 9:05 p.m. D COMMUNICATIONS -ITEM 9.1 From: Andrew Kenakin Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2014 4:19:41 PM To: TSPC(E�Burlingame.org Subject: Changes to your DPT Sales Team Auto forwarded by a Rule Hello Nick, Digital Payment Technologies (DPT) is currently implementing changes that will affect our business dealings with you moving forward. Effective April 15, 2014, Dave Daze, your DPT Regional Sales Manager contact, is no longer with the company. While we are looking to find a replacement for Dave, please feel free to contact me for any sales needs you may have going forward. My contact information will remain as follows: Andrew Kenakin andrew.kenakin@digitalpaytech.com 888-687-6822 ext. 243 For any opportunities requiring on-site visits, I will coordinate with you directly or engage one of our other Regional Sales Managers to assist. As a sales team, we appreciate and enjoy the relationships we build and, therefore, understand the-i„rpact this change can have on your organization. Please know that we will work diligently towards ensuring the transition is as seamless as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Also please feel free to reach out to Chris Chettle, SVP Sales, should you have any direct questions or concerns. Chris may be reached at the following: Chris Chettle chris.chettle@digitalpa�tech.com 360.318.6339 I look forward to speaking with each of you again soon and if you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Andrew Kenakin � Account Manager, Inside Sales � Digital Payment Technologies T. 604.688.1959 x. 243 � TF. 888.687.6822 x.243 � F. 604.629.1867 � digitalpaytech.com 330-4260 Still Creek Drive I Burnaby ( BC ( V5C 6C6 This email is confidential, may be legally privileged, and is for the intended recipient or entity only. Access, disclosure, copying, distribution, or reliance on any of it by anyone else is prohibited. Please delete if obtained in error and email confirmation to the sender. Internet email communication is not secure in general and the sender does not accept legal responsibility for any alteration of this message in transit. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, click on the following link: Unsubscribe COMMUNICATIONS -ITEM 9.2 From: Joe Kavalans Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2014 10:50:41 AM To: TSPCaBurlingame.org Subject: Floribunda Ave Auto forwarded by a Rule Do you have any update regarding the issues pertaining to Floribunda Ave? Haven't seen much progress from what I've heard. Thanks, Joe COMMUNICATIONS -ITEM 9.3 From: PLG Comm -Jeff DeMartini Sent: Friday, May 02, 2014 1:06:31 PM To: TSPC@Burlingame.org Subject: Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee rep from the Planning Commission Auto forwarded by a Rule Dear TSPC - I'm the new B/PAC rep from the Planning Commission. My understanding is we will be having a meeting next Thursday at 5:30pm at City Hall (not sure on the specific location). I would love to get a list of the committee members and associated email addresses as well as an agenda for the meeting so I can be (somewhat) prepared. Thank you, Jeff DeMartini COMMUNICATIONS -ITEM 9.4 From: Todd Weller Sent: Saturday, May 24, 2014 1:37:15 PM To: TSPC(a,Burlingame.org Subject: consideration of stop sign -Victoria Rd and Howard Rd Auto forwarded by a Rule Dear Traffic Safety &Parking Commission (TSPC), I'm writing in the hope you can help me and my neighbors have the city consider installing a four-way stop at the intersection of Victoria Rd and Howard Rd. I own and live at 201 Victoria Road (on the corner of Howard and Victoria). Here's a quick list of why I think this is a necessary safety upgrade to this intersection: 1) Howard Road is a wide (bike lanes), and busy street that connects the Lyon Hoag neighborhood with downtown Burlingame. The stretch of Howard between the crossroads of Dwight and Humboldt is the longest stretch of Howard road without a stop sign (over 0.25 miles). This combination of factors means cars can get up to a high rate of speed (and often do) by the time they approach Humboldt. 2) Victoria Road is one of the few exits off of Rollins road, and thus has a fair amount of traffic (especially during commute hours). As people try to cross Howard, they are forced to cross a wide road, and go over Howard's large crown. As you cross Howard, you have to brake inorder to avoid scraping the front fender on the gutter of Victoria. This can create a dangerous situation since cars coming down Howard are often speeding, and do not anticipate the slow speed of cross traffic. I've witnessed one accident and it's almost a weekly occurrence to hear screeching tires and honking horns. 3) Victoria Park is at the corner of this busy intersection. The Lyon Hoag neighborhood has a large number of families with young children. Families and children have to cross Howard in order to get to the park. Having a four way stop would be a significant safety upgrade for children who would like to play in their local neighborhood park. This reason alone seems like a justifiable reason to turn the intersection of Howard and Victoria into a four way stop. Thank you for your consideration. If you would like me to present my concerns at a future TSPC meeting, city council meeting, or direct my concerns to a different branch of the City of Burlingame, please let me know. If there is anything else that I need to do for you to consider this, please let me know. Sincerely, Todd Weller From: Joan Constantino Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 1:51:16 PM To: TSPC@Burlingame.orq Subject: 4 -way stop at Howard Avenue and Victoria Road Auto forwarded by a Rule As a concerned citizen regarding the amount of traffic coming up and down Howard Avenue at Victoria Park, I feel that a 4 -way stop should be placed for the protection of the children and families crossing back and forth to Victoria Park. I feel that the cost incurred would be minute for such a safety precaution. Sincerest Regards, Joan Constantino 215 Victoria Rd. Burlingame, CA 94010 j oancon5 (a� gmail.com From: Bernadette Canniffe Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 1:58:57 PM To: TSPC( Burlingame.om Subject: Four way stop at intersection of Victoria Rd and Howard Rd Auto forwarded by a Rule Please consider adding a four-way stop and crosswalk at the intersection of Howard Rd and Victoria Rd. Howard Rd is a wide, busy road, that children and families have to cross in order to enter Victoria Park. The addition of stop signs and a crosswalk on Howard would be an important and common sense safety upgrade. Other Burlingame parks have similar all -way stops and crosswalks at their access points. tlifTil:� From: Abbi Eastburn Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 5:00:18 PM To: TSPC@Burlingame.org Subject: Four way stop Howard and Victoria Auto forwarded by a Rule Hi - I would like to support our neighborhood effort to get a 4 -way stop sign at Howard and Victoria. It is a dangerous intersection with many pedestrians including small children trying to get to Victoria park safely. Thank you - Abbi Eastburn Sent from my iPhone From: Christie Onoda Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2014 12:02:06 PM To: TSPC Burlingame.org Subject: Stop sign at Howard Road and Victor Road Auto forwarded by a Rule Hello, I live down the street from Victoria Park on Howard Avenue. I'd like to support installing a four-way stop and crosswalk at the intersection of Howard Rd and Victoria Rd. Howard Rd is a wide, busy road, that children and families have to cross in order to enter Victoria Park. The addition of stop signs and a crosswalk on Howard would be an important and common sense safety upgrade. Other Burlingame parks have similar all -way stops and crosswalks at their access points. Thanks, Christie Onoda COMMUNICATIONS -ITEM 9.5 From: Amjad Hanif Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2014 11:33:54 PM To: TSPC(Burlingame.org Subject: RTCP Request Auto forwarded by a Rule I've read through the PDF on the residential traffic calming program and I'd like to know who to initiate a request with. I live on Ray Drive and we have a persistent problem with people driving at high speeds. Part of the problem is that the street is wide and has no obstructions/stops through the entire length of the street. It's especially a problem during school pickup/dropoff hours for Lincoln and BIS. This week I did informal measurements and often found people driving at 4045MPH.