HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packet - TSP - 2014.04.101. CALL TO ORDER
AGENDA
April 10, 2014
7:00 p.m. - Council Chambers
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -March 13, 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 Downtown Parking Strategies
7.2 TSPC Areas of Emphasis for 2014
8. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF
8.1 Engineering Division Reports —Reports and/or updates on Public Works
projects and activities
8.1.1 Requests/comments/responses to public traffic concerns (stop
signs, crosswalks, speed control, parking)
• Non-standard stop signs along Trousdale Drive
• Floribunda Traffic Calming review
• EI Camino Real parking south of Mills/Peninsula Hospital
• Highland/Howard Avenues request for stop signs
• EI Camino Real/Cypress Avenue pedestrian signal timing
• EI Camino Real/Ray Drive crossing guards
Construction and Design project updates
• Burlingame Avenue Streetscape Project
• Linden/Larkspur Intersection Temporary Traffic Circle
• US101/Broadway Interchange Project
• Electric Charging Station
8.1.3 School Traffic Issues
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
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 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)
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 Staff Presentation —Capital Improvement Prioritization
11.2 Howard Avenue Long-term and Short-term Parking (1400 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
The City of Burlingame
CALIFORNIA 94010-3997
www.burlingame.org
TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes - Unapproved
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Commissioners Present
Commissioners Absent
Howard Wettan, Chair
Mark Noworolski, Vice Chair
Nick Akers
Jeff Londer
John Martos
None.
Staff Present: Augustine Chou, Engineering Programs Manager, Public Works
Andrew Wong, Transportation Engineer
Sergeant Jay Kiely, Police Department
Visitors (Who Signed -in)
Chris Bush
Sandra Lang
Richard Chiu
Julie Baird
Robert Bachrach
Pat Giorni
Tom Simpson
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 thanked and acknowledged the fine job Commissioner Akers did serving as
the past Chair of this Commission.
Chair Wettan thanked Vice Chair Noworolski for stepping up and serving as Vice Chair once
again.
Chair Wett
an acknowledged Councilmember Keighran in the audience.
Chair Wett
an took this time to thank Pat Giorni and Commissioner Londer for doing a
pedestrian study at may Drive/Adeline Ave and EI Camino Real.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -
Motion: To accept the minutes of February 137 2014 with the correction that
Commissioner Londer did not abstain on the vote for Vice -Chair.
M/S/C: Akers/Noworolski; 4/0/1 (Chair Wettan abstained)
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Giorni spoke regarding speeding on EI Camino Real and asked that the City make an
effort to get the presence of California Highway Patrol to address enforcement issues there.
Mr. Bachrach said there was a notice from the Post Office sent to the Mayor and posted at
City Hall regarding plans to create another Post Office. He said the proposed sites already
have traffic impacts and hoped that this Commission would look at the parking aspect of the
proposed sites.
7. CURRENT BUSINESS
7.1 Burlingame Downtown Parking Structure Discussion
Chair Wettan thanked Commissioners Akers and Martos for preparing a draft set of
suggested comments. The Commissioners provided their input and made edits to the
d raft.
An audience member reiterated the importance of mitigating factors be examined
before making a decision to go forward with a parking structure. He said a more
negating item, more so than funding, was exhausting the alternatives so everyone
would have a sense of the parking needs. He also asked that the City consider where
the funding would come from since this was primarily a benefit for drivers of
automobiles, as opposed to the general community.
Stuart Brickman, a merchant on Burlingame Avenue, said putting a parking structure
south of Howard was ridiculous. He said that from his years of experience, Lot C was
the only lot that provided the size, access, and proximity to Burlingame Avenue.
Sandra Lang recommended that the discussion steer away from advantages and
disadvantages of locations; and, instead provide general suggestions to Council.
Motion: Move to table this item until after Item 10 of this agenda.
M/S/C: Noworolski/Akers; 5/0/0
8. Information/Discussion Items from Commission and Staff
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Mr. Wong asked that the Commission advance Item 8.2 and Item 8.2.1 to this point in the
agenda, as Sgt. Kiely needed to leave the meeting before 9PM this evening. The
Commissioner agreed.
8.2 Police Department Reports —Reports and/or updates on Police Department program
and activities
8. 2.1 General/Selective Traffic Enforcement Report
Sergeant Kiely reported that selective enforcement was done on Howard Avenue.
He said this was prompted by citizen complaints regarding stop sign and
pedestrian violations, with most notable concerns at Lorton Avenue and Howard
Avenue intersection. Selective enforcement for stop sign and speeding violations
were done on Trousdale Drive in front of the school, the 1600 block of Forestview,
on Skyline Boulevard between Margarita and Rivera Avenue, and heavily on EI
Camino Real.
Sergeant Kiely reported that the No Parking restriction on the west side of EI
Camino, immediately south of the Mills -Peninsula hospital frontage, will start to
begin citation enforcement following a three-week warning period.
Sergeant Kiely reported that, for the Residential Parking Program for the 1200
blocks of Capuchino Avenue and Paloma Avenue and the 1500 block of
Newlands Avenue, citation and enforcement are now being implemented following
a 30 -day educational period, when warning citations were issued. He reported
that there has been a significant decrease of parked vehicles on these blocks
during peak periods, except for short term parked vehicles or vehicles with a
permit.
8.1 Engineering Division Reports —Reports Al
updates on Public Works project and
activities
821 .1 Requests/comments/responses to public traffic concerns (stop signs, crosswalks,
speed control, parking)
- Non-standard stop signs along Trousdale Drive
Mr. Wong made a brief presentation on the non-standard stop signs along
Trousdale Drive. Mr. Wong reported that staff reviewed the stop signs on
Trousdale Drive at Toledo Avenue, Loyola Avenue, Ogden Drive and Marco
Polo Way. He said that these stop signs were installed in the 1960's using
another process which does not follow or meet current stop sign warrants
conditions. Mr. Wong stated that there were three options to consider — do
nothing, remove the stop sign on Trousdale but not the minor streets, or install
the last stop sign at the third approach of Trousdale.
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Chair Weuan sought public comment.
Nelson Yee expressed his concerns for his family having a stop sign placed in
front of his home on Trousdale Drive at Toledo Avenue. Mr. Yee said his
concerns were noise pollution, air pollution, and safety.
Richard Chiu expressed his concerns for placing a stop sign in front of his
home on Trousdale Drive at Loyola Avenue. He said since stop warrants were
not met, he urged the Commission to consider the two remaining options - do
nothing or remove the existing stop sign on Trousdale Drive. Mr. Chiu was
aIso concerned for air and noise pollution.
Vice Chair Noworolski expressed his surprise that a course of action was
being considered when warrants have not been met for a stop sign. Vice Chair
Noworolski said he favored the first two options, with perhaps some additional
signage.
Commissioner Akers questioned whether a single approach would make
better sense for the entire roadway. He also said a more individualized
assessment might be necessary for each intersection.
Vice Chair Noworolski asked about the accident rates at these intersections.
Commissioner Louder concurred with Commissioner Akers.
Mr. Wong said three or more accidents in a 12 -month period would satisfy a
warrant condition, but that this did not occurred at these intersections.
Mr. Chou cautioned the sole reliance of additional warning signs at these
intersections. He also questioned the effectiveness and visibility of additional
signage, citing that such signage was already in place at Trousdale/Marco
Polo/Ogden.
Vice Chair Noworolski stated that he was hesitant to support stop signs when
warrants were not met.
Discussion occurred about the various options to make Trousdale Drive safer
and the need to fix these non-standard intersections.
Mr. Chou said that staff would bring this matter back next month, unless it
needed to be pushed back because of additional staff meetings.
Mr. Brickman did not feel a need for an additional stop sign on Trousdale Drive
at Toledo Avenue, but felt there is a need for a stop sign at Marco Polo Way
due to driver behavior.
Chair Wettan sought two Commissioners to volunteer and consult with Mr.
Chou and Mr. Wong if this item needed to go to Council before the next
Commission meeting. Commissioners Akers and Londer volunteered.
Motion: Move to form a subcommittee to evaluate the stop sign issue on
Trousdale Drive and consult with staff.
M/S/C: Noworolski/Martos; 5/0/0
- Floribunda Traffic Calming review
Mr. Wong reported that staff met with the neighborhood and has developed a
pIan of action. He added that traffic counts would also be performed.
- EI Camino Real parking south of Mills/Peninsula Hospital
Mr. Wong reiterated what Sergeant Kiely reported earlier, that enforcement
would be implemented at this location.
- No Parking Signs on Newlands Avenue
Mr. Wong reported that staff addressed this request; and, that the 2 -hour
parking signs were installed in preparation for the residential permit parking
program on Newlands.
- Highland/Howard Avenues request for stop signs
Mr. Wong reported that this request is currently being evaluated by staff.
- EI Camino Real/Cypress Avenue pedestrian signal timing
Mr. Wong reported that the City will be working with Caltrans on this item.
Construction and Design projects
- Burlingame Avenue Streetscape Project
Mr. Wong report
ed that the curbs and gutters are in on the 1400 block; and,
that smart meters for this block would be ordered in the next few weeks. He
said that the portion of work should be completed by June.
- Linden/Larkspur Intersection Temporary
Traffic Circle
Mr. Wong reported that staff was working on installing a temporary traffic circle
as an interim measure and for a study period before permanent construction.
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US 101/Broadway Interchange Project
Mr. Chou reported the project was continuing on schedule. He said that
Caltrans has advertised the project with a bid opening date of April 15, 2014,
with minor construction work occurring in the fall. Mr. Chou also mentioned
that the demolition of the gas station on the corner of Bayshore and Airport
was done by the owners in advance of this project.
8.1.3 School Traffic Issues
Mr. Wong reported that staff was waiting
regarding the school "walking audit" and
further action.
8.2 Commissioners' Comments and Concerns
None.
9. COMMUNICATIONS
on the School District's consultant report
Safe Routes to Schools analysis before
Chair Wettan said one of the communications related to Trousdale Drive which was already
addressed.
10. COMMISSION &COMMITTEE REPORTS
10.1 Burlingame Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory committee (B/PAC)
Commissioner Londer reported that the B/PAC discussed paving issues, sharrows,
bikV racks and their locations, "best practices" for collector streets speccations, and
funding for a path on the east side of EI Camino Real.
(BREAK FOR RECESS)
Item 7.1 Burlingame Downtown Parking Structure Discussion (Continuation)
A marked up revision of the draft document reflecting Commission comments this evening was
distributed to the Commission. Chair Wettan sought final comments from the Commissioners,
as well as the audience, on the distributed document. Some final edits were made and Chair
Wetten asked the Commission for a motion.
Motion: To submit the TSPC recommendation regarding the potential for a downtown parking
structure, as modified, to Council.
M/S/C: Akers/Noworolski; 5/0/0
11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
11.1 Howard Avenue Long-term and Short-term Parking (1400 block)
11.2 TSPC Areas of Emphasis for 2014 — April
11.3 Electric Charging Stations — will be brought forward in an Engineer's Report
11.4 Downtown Parking Strategies — Employee Parking - April
12.ADJOURNMENT 10:24 p.m.
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CURRENT BUSINESS -ITEM 7.1
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM 7.1
TO: Traffic, Safety and Parking Commission
DATE: April 7, 2014
FROM: Augustine Chou, Engineering Program Manager A6��
SUBJECT: Item 7.1 — Downtown Parking Strategies Discussion
Meeting
Date: _April 10, 2014
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Commission work with engineering staff to begin
discussions regarding the potential strategies pertaining to parking around the Burlingame Avenue
downtown area.
DISCUSSION: During the course of several public meetings regarding downtown parking, streetscape,
and the potential parking structure, comments arose about also looking into the possibility of improving
the current surface parking situation in the downtown district. In response to those comments, it was
explained that the Engineering Division staff had begun preparations to examine ways to update and
improve the parking situation in the city parking lots and on the streets of the downtown district.
The overall goal, which is expected to take the next few months, is define and establish parking
strategies to further improve and enhance the parking experience for the public. The Engineering
Division staff will take the lead in this process, and will be working with two TSPC members of an ad hoc
committee and Police Department personnel, in the efforts to define viable parking strategies for
implementation.
The ad hoc committee members and staff will be report
ing back to the entire Commission on progress.
As the lead element in the process, staff will also be reporting any progress to Council. This would be
especially true on matters where Council action or approval is needed.
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Sent: Monday, March 24, 2014 1:46 PM
To: PW/ENG-Chou, Augustine; Jeff Londer Owlonder@aol.com); Mark Noworolski
Qmarkn@gmail.com); Nick Akers (nicklas.akers@gmail.com); Howard Wettan
(hwettan@gmail.com); PW/ENG-Wong, Andrew; John Martos Qohnmartos@yahoo.com)
Subject: FW: Traffic concern
From: Hilary Schweiso[SMTP:SCHWEISO.HILARY(a�BCG-VSC.COM)
Sent: Monday, March 24, 2014 1:45:19 PM
To: TSPC:( ZBurlingame.org
Subject: Traffic concern
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Hi there,
I often drive home to Burlingame from South San Francisco via Airport Blvd. and I have a question.
As I sit at the light ready to make a left turn from Old Bayshore Highway to Airport Blvd., I see pedestrians gathering on the
sidewalk to my immediate left. It looks like they are crossing Airport Blvd. to get to the Crown Plaza. When my light turns green
(a designated green left arrow), I also see the pedestrians crossing the road in the crosswalk at the same time. This seem very
unsafe for the pedestrians since there are 2 lanes of traffic turning left and merging into 1 lane at the same time. I have seen a
lot of confusion and near accidents.
1) When can the pedestrians cross the street safely?
2) If there are 2 lanes of traffic turning left on a designated green left arrow, who has the right of way?
Please clarify, thank you very much,
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COMMUNICATIONS -ITEM 9.2
PW/ENG-Chou, Augustine
From. TSPC@Burlingame.org
Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 7:03 AM
To: PW/ENG-Chou, Augustine; Jeff Londer Owlonder@aol.com); Mark Noworolski
Omarkn@gmail.com); Nick Akers (nicklas.akers@gmail.com); Howard Wettan
(hwettan@gmail.com); PW/ENG-Wong, Andrew; John Martos Qohnmartos@yahoo.com)
Subject: FW: Parking Issue in Front of 1525 Meadow Lane,
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From: Bolanos, Michael[SMTP:BOLANOS@BURLINGAMEPOLICE.ORG]
Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 7:02:38 AM
To: TSPC(a�)Burlingame.org
Cc: POLICE-Bolanos, Michael
Subject: Parking Issue in Front of 1525 Meadow Lane.
Auto forwarded by a Rule
To the Traffic Safety &Parking Commission,
The Burlingame Police Department has responded to numerous complaints of vehicles parking and blocking the driveway of
1525 Meadow Lane. Attached is a picture depicting the point of view of the resident of 1525 Meadow Lane.
My recommendation; please consider marking parking spaces at the end of the cul-de-sac, or please mark the area between the
drive way of 1525 and 1529 Meadow Lane a red zone.
If any further assistance is needed please let me know.
Thank you,
Mike Bolanos
Police Officer
Burlingame Police Department
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COMMUNICATIONS -ITEM 9.3
PW/ENG-Chou, Augustine
From: TSPC@Burlingame.org
Sent: Wednesday, April 02, 2014 4:44 PM
To. PW/ENG-Chou, Augustine; Jeff Londer (jwlonder@aol.com); Mark Noworolski
Qmarkn@gmail.com); Nick Akers (nicklas.akers@gmail.com); Howard Wettan
(hwettan@gmail.com); PW/ENG-Wong, Andrew; John Martos Oohnmartos@yahoo.com)
Subject: FW: California Dr (was Grove Ave Construction Work)
From: PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed
Sent: Wednesday, April 02, 2014 4:44:20 PM
To: 'Manito Velasco'
Cc: MGR- Goldman, Lisa; COUNCIL-Keighran, Ann; PW/ENG-Morimoto, Art; COUNCIL-Brownrigg, Michael;
TSPC@Burlingame.org
Subject: RE: California Dr (was Grove Ave Construction Work) Auto forwarded by a Rule
Mr. Velasco,
Thanks for writing to us about your concerns regarding storm drain inlets and bicycle riding experience on California Drive. I'll
have staff review them and get back to you.
Sincerely,
Syed
-----Original Message---- -
From: Manito Velasco [mailto:chitov@msn.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 01, 2014 5:37 PM
To: PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed
Cc: MGR- Goldman, Lisa; COUNCIL-Keighran, Ann; PW/ENG-Morimoto, Art; COUNCIL-Brownrigg, Michael; TSPC@Burlingame.org
Subject: Re: California Dr (was Grove Ave Construction Work)
I took the last 2.5 months to continue riding California Dr and observing other folks on bicycles ride that street. That's riding it 5
days a week, twice a day. I also drove it on Saturdays and Sundays. I watched other cyclists. Based on that experience, I
disagree with the characterization that the grates "present inconvenience for bicyclists riding over them." It is no mere
inconvenience to ride a 30 Ib bicycle next to 35 MPH 3 -ton vehicles. And it's certainly not just an inconvenience to do that and
have to avoid catch basins to swerve left, even with the small added metal pieces of grates. As I've said before it's not just the
grates that are the problem but the fact that the basins are below roadway grade and are not flush with the pavement. The
roadway warps and can really throw bicyclists off before they even hit the grates. I'm sure you've noticed that the handful of
times you've ridden it yourself (how many times have you ridden it this year?)
Again I've never suggested removing the inlets or reducing them in size. What I've suggested is securing funds or a grant to keep
the same size or actually make the surface area even larger; but reshape them to have a narrower profile and more flush with
the pavement. I'm actually even advocating putting even more drains in place to help with drainage using smart designs. That
smart type of design already exists on the west side of California. It is a false dichotomy to think that safer roads come at the
expense of good drainage or even good traffic flow. These are not mutually exclusive goals.
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As it turns out there is another grant opportunity called the Active Transportation Plan from the State. I hope you are already
considering this.
I'm also asking for you to reconsider striping a bike lane in the northbound direction on California, as promised and designed at
one point. Apparently you changed your mind for reasons that are not clear. Please enlighten me again on why specifically and
which industry professionals were consulted to make that decision. PIs also let me know how many times the street was ridden
by staff before making that determination. I can't help but feel there's a disconnect between recommendations and actual riding
experience.
Manito
Sent from a mobile device
> On Jan 15, 2014, at 3:09 PM, "PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed" <SMurtuza@burlingame.org> wrote:
> Dear Manito,
> I'm sorry to hear that you're disappointed about the City not submitting a grant application for catch basin grates project
under Measure A bicycle/pedestrian grant program.
> Please note our maintenance staff has already made modifications to most of the catch basin grates along California Dr. to
make them bicycle friendly to address some of your concerns. There is some minor work remaining which will be done in the
next month. With regards to your concerns about the large catch basin inlets, I understand that they present inconvenience for
bicyclists riding over them. The reason for these large catch basin inlets is to capture high volume of storm water flows from the
low lying areas in the Easton Creek Water shed. This area along California Drive is within the 100 year flood zone and
experiences severe flooding during heavy rains. Before these catch basins were installed, California Dr. used to experience
frequent flooding, resulting in roadway closures and impeding the emergency access to Fire, Paramedics and Police as well as
flooding of private properties (please see the attached pictures). Reducing the catch basin inlets sizes will compromise the
storm water collection capacity and will negatively impact the drainage of the area. However, staff will be posting signage to
alert the bicyclists about the inlet dips at these catch basins.
> Based on the discussion and feedback by the BPAC at the January 9th meeting, the City will be submitting grant applications
for two major projects as follows:
> California Drive/Lorton Avenue roundabout improvements project, which will significantly improve the safety of
pedestrians and bicyclists in the area.
> • Pedestrian/bicycle path improvements along the east side of EI Camino Real between Dufferin Ave. and Old Highway Rd.
This improvement will provide safer alternative to pedestrians and bicyclists traversing in this area.
> Staff believes that because the above projects primarily involve pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements, they have better
chance of competing in the TA's grant program.
> Again, I want to thank you for your input and appreciate your continued feedback.
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> Regards,
> Syed
> From: Manito Velasco [mailto:chitov@msn.com]
> Sent: WednesdayJanuary 15 2014 842 AM
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> To: PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed
> Cc: MGR- Goldman, Lisa; COUNCIL-Keighran, Ann; PW/EN&Morimoto, Art;
> COUNCIL-Brownrigg, Michael
> Subject: Re: Grove Ave Construction Work
> Syed,
> I'm truly disappointed that we are passing up an opportunity to apply for measure A funds to fix the drainage inlets (not just
the grates) on California. This grant opportunity is the golden gift wrapped chance of improving both safety and drainage.
Looking at what other cities are contemplating as grant proposals, no other project has the best transit nexus (Millbrae Bart
Caltrain intermodal station) and safety improvement potential and bang for the buck. I had started drafting the grant
application with only the cost needing to be filled out. I can submit that to you if desired.
> Again, the grates aren't just the problem. The inlets are big and are depressed below pavement grade. And the pavement is
warped so that bicyclists are at risk of tipping over when they have to travel here. But you don't have o be a cyclist to appreciate
how hazardous this is. When you get a chance, try driving on a car over these things and you'll see why it needs to be fixed.
Unfortunately the BPAC meeting last week ran out of time before this matter could have come up plus the parking garage
discussion dominated that night.
> Since you will be turning down this grant opportunity, please advise what your plan is now to fix thesr and how you plan to get
it funded. Please also let others know who wrote to you expressing concerns about this safety hazard.
> Manito
> Sent from my phone
> On Jan 2, 2014, at 11:04 AM, "PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed" <SMurtuza@burlingame.org> wrote:
> Hi Manito,
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> Happy New Year to you too!
> Thanks for your comments regarding the Grove Avenue construction work and the TA grant. Staff has recently attended a
workshop regarding the grant and will be reviewing project requirements and potential projects with BPAC at its next week's
meeting. I greatly appreciate your offer to help us with letters of support for the grant. I'm copying this email to Art to review
this with Augustine and get back to you.
> Thanks again.
> Syed
> From: Manito Velasco [mailto:chitov@msn.com <mailto:chitov@msn.com> ]
> Sent: Thursday, January 02, 2014 8:41 AM
> To: PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed
> Cc: MGR- Goldman, Lisa; COUNCIL-Keighran, Ann; PW/ENG-Morimoto, Art
> Subject: Re: Grove Ave Construction Work
> Happy New Year,
> I write briefly for two reasons.
> One to note that most of the trench on Grove Ave has been restored. Thank you. However the first block and a half from
California still needs a lot of work. The pavement that was restored is very uneven esp at Laguna and unsafe for all but those
who travel by car.
> Secondly, there is a current grant opportunity to make the catch basins along California safe. I understand that staff has been
aware of the Measure A call for projects for bike Ped safety improvements. I would be very happy to round up letters of support
for your grant proposal. As an added bonus this will help reduce delays for auto traffic flow by ensuring that people on bikes
keep right and not interfere too much with the 35 mph speeds.
> Manito
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> Sent from my phone
> On Nov 1, 2013, at 11:32 AM, "PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed" <SMurtuza@burlingame.org> wrote:
> Manito,
> Thanks for your input and appreciate your continued interest in making Burlingame a better and safe place for everyone.
> Syed.
> From: Manito Velasco [mailto:chitov@msn.com <mailto:chitov@msn.com> ]
> Sent: Friday, November 01, 2013 8:43 AM
> To: PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed
> Cc: MGR- Goldman, Lisa; COUNCIL-Keighran, Ann; PW/EN&Morimoto, Art
> Subject: Re: Grove Ave Construction Work
> Thanks, Syed for your thoughtful and complete response. As a resident of the area, I know firsthand the value if improving
our drainage system to minimize flooding. Great to hear that no new drains are to be installed at. California.
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> Re the overly large catch basin drains on California at Oxford and at Cambridge, I hope you will consider a future project to
replace them with safer, narrower profile drains. I understand there is a Storm Safety project series that could be applicable.
There is also the upcoming Measure A call for projects that are intended to improve bike and Ped safety. The benefits of this
capital investment cannot be overstated. The drains are so large they're negatively affecting auto traffic. When bikes swerve
left to avoid them, they take up the northbound lane and slow down traffic.
> Thanks,
> Manito
> Sent from my phone
> On Oct 29, 2013, at 3:19 PM, "PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed" <SMurtuza@burlingame.org> wrote:
> Dear Manito,
> Thank you for your inquiry regarding the storm drainage pipeline construction project on Grove Ave. The project
involves the construction of a storm drainage transmission pipeline and does not involve new catch basins on California Drive.
This pipeline will provide additional capacity to the Easton Creek Drainage Watershed system to help alleviate flooding in the
residential areas. Upon completion of the storm drainage pipeline work on Grove Ave., the trenched portion of the street will
be restored with new asphalt section and no new street resurfacing is planned at this time. Yes, you are correct that 'Complete
Streets Policy' was utilized in developing the project. As you rightly noted that Grove Ave., is part of the City's bicycle route,
staff will be installing 'SHARROWS' pavement markings once the pipeline work is completed. The exact positioning of the
SHARROWS will be field determined upon completion of the pipeline work.
> Please contact Art Morimoto, Assistant Public Works Director at (650)558-7230, if you have any questions about this
project.
> Thank you,
> Sincerely,
> Syed
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Manito Velasco [mailto:chitov@msn.comj
> Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2013 8:17 AM
> To: PW/ENG-Murtuza, Syed
> Cc: MGR- Goldman, Lisa; COUNCIL-Keighran, Ann
> Subject: Grove Ave Construction Work
> Good morning,
> We're all patiently awaiting completion of this
work between California and Paloma.
> I hope that this project will NOT put in a new catch basin drain on California Dr. There are already very large drains on
the east side of California which pose a challenge to cyclists. I have hopes that the City's Complete Streets Policy was followed
with this project and that bicycle safety was a prioritised consideration. At the very very least, if drains are part of the project
they should be designed with the narrowest profile so that it takes up the least feasible amount of roadway width. At some
locations I've seen drains in Burlingame designed so that the curb is set back so that the drain is also set in from the pavement.
That is a very thoughtful consideration in design.
> Also wanted to ask if the whole of Grove will be paved after the project or if it will just patch what was disturbed. Grove
is also a bike route where I understand bike stencils are planned and the trench looks to be exactly where bikes will be
operating.
> Manito
> Sent from my phone
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