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AGENDA
November 8, 2012
7.00 p.m. — Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES —August 9, 2012 and September 13, 2012
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 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 Fox Plaza Lane: Pedestrian Safety —Discussion
7.2 Public Works Traffic Safety Brochures —Discussion
8. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF
8.1 Engineer's Report — 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)
• No Parking Restriction on EI Camino Real by Mills/Peninsula
Hospital
• Residential Permit Parking Program update
• Larkspur/Linden Traffic Concerns update
Construction and Design projects
• Annual Thermoplastic Striping Project
• Broadway/US101 Interchange Project
• Carolan Avenue Road Diet Design
8.2 Traffic Sergeant's Report — 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 Nigel Pegg —Burlingame Avenue/Lorton Avenue
9.2 Adrian Salazar —Healthy Communities Forum Series
9.3 Laurie Simonson — TSPC Resignation
9.4 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 Primrose Rd/Howard Ave: Possible 24 -minute green zone
11.2 Burlingame Ave/Lorton Ave: Stop Sign Warrant Study
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
(August 9, 2012)
The City of Burlingame
CALIFORNIA 94010-3997
www.burlingame.org
TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes - Unapproved
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Commissioners Present
Commissioners Absent:
Laurie Simonson, Chair
Nicklas Akers, Vice Chair
Jeff Londer
Caroline Serrato
Mark Noworolski
Staff Present: Augustine Chou, Transportation Engineer, Public Works
Sergeant Ed Nakiso, Police Department
Visitors: William George Paul
Pat Giorni
Councilmember Michael Brownrigg
1. CALL TO ORDER. 7:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG.
3. ROLL CALL. 4 of 5 Commissioners present.
4. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Chair Simonson acknowledged Councilmember Brownrigg in the audience.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -
Motion: To accept the minutes of June 14, 2012 as submitted
M/S/C: Londer/Serrato; 4/0/1 (Commissioner Noworolski absent)
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Paul spoke as a follow up to his study pertaining to Fox Plaza Lane. Mr. Paul expressed
his concerns for pedestrian safety and made recommendations for the Commission to
consider.
Ms. Giorni expressed her concern about bicycles on sidewalks, especially in commercial
areas, and asked that police increase enforcement of this traffic rule for bicyclists. Ms.
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Giorni also inquired about parking on EI Camino Real in front of the hospital, which was
previously prohibited prior to the construction of the new hospital. The parking of vehicles
there has created a safety concern for bicyclists.
CURRENT BUSINESS
7.1 Public Works Traffic Safety Brochures —Discussion
Mr. Chou gave background information about these safety brochures. The Commission
began reviewing and modifying the first two (Bicycle Safety and Crosswalk Safety) for
content and design.
7.2 Primrose Rd/Howard Ave; Possible 24 -minute green zone -Discussion
Mr. Chou gave background information on this request from a local merchant. Mr. Chou
stated that he brought this item to the Commission because of a broader scope of need
for this block. He explained that there are already a few 24 -minute green zones planned
for Howard Avenue near Primrose Road. The Commission agreed that they would like
to look at the needs of the surrounding area and have this matter as a future agenda
item at the end of the year.
Staff Reports
8.1 Traffic Engineer's Report
8.1.1 Requests/comments/responses to public traffic concerns (stop signs, crosswalks,
speed control, parking)
• Burlingame School District traffic/safety measures
Mr. Chou acknowledged that the Burlingame School District Superintendent and
Assistant Superintendent were in attendance to help solve traffic flow concerns at
their schools, in particular three schools that need special attention.
Assistant Superintendent Robert
Clark provided background of the issues and
informed the Commission of proposed changes at various school sites.
Mr. Chou report
ed that staff worked together with the School District and has
created draft maps with plans for circulation for distribution to the parents. They
aIso worked with Sam Trans to relocate the bus stop to allow better traffic flow.
He said that staff was still working with the School District to determine feasibility
of traffic flows on Trousdale Avenue as they leave Franklin School. There was
aIso a flashing school zone beacon to be installed on Trousdale next to the
school.
Mr. Chou reported at Lincoln School there will be No Left Turn during cert
ain
times to help alleviate traffic congestion.
• Linden Avenue/Larkspur Drive speeding concern
Mr. Chou reported that the requesting residents have put together a petition from
the neighborhood to request a temporary traffic circle. Mr. Chou stated that an
initial traffic study would be conducted to record the "before" conditions; and, then
temporary delineators will be installed as a test. After a period of time, such as 6
months, a follow up study would be conducted to compare results.
• Broadway/Drake Avenue sight visibility concerns
Mr. Chou received letters requesting that the Broadway &Drake Avenue be
looked at for sight visibility concerns. There are no red curbs at this intersection
resulting in vehicles being parked to the corners causing sight visibility concerns.
Mr. Chou looked at the area and found some of the streets did have the red curbs
at the corners. He reported that a work order was submitted to make the streets
coming into Broadway consistent with red curbs at the corners.
• Howard/California Drive Signal
Mr. Chou said there were some concerns about the signals "hanging up" at
California and Howard Avenue. Mr. Chou stated that the problems were
addressed and that he would recheck to ensure that the problems do not reoccur.
• Adeline Avenue/Balboa Avenue stop sign problem
Mr. Chou said there was a request regarding a problem with the stop signs at this
intersection. Mr. Chou reported that he would examine the situation and see if this
was the correct intersection or if it was actually at the Cortez intersection.
• Fox Plaza Lane pedestrian safety measures
Mr. Chou reported that City staff had already implemented some pedestrian
safety measures at Fox Plaza Lane. He reported that Mr. Paul had already talked
directly to staff regarding his concerns on Fox Plaza Lane. Mr. Chou explained
that the pedestrian "walkway" stripes had been previously grounded out to make
but that there might still be a need to eradicate them further. He added that
Pedestrian Crossing warning signs were also installed at the crosswalk coming
out of Fox Plaza Lane. The crosswalk itself was enhanced with ladder -type paint
and reflective buttons to further highlight the crosswalk. Lastly, Mr. Chou
explained why the pedestrian warning signs had to be installed in the position that
they are in.
Floor was opened for public comment.
Councilmember Brownrigg thanked Mr. Chou and the Commission for all that they
do. Councilmember Brownrigg brought to the attention of the Commission that the
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northbound stop sign on Vancouver, at Broadway, was obstructed by shrubbery.
Councilmember Brownrigg also stated that Lot K now has an exit on CA Camino
Real and is no longer land -locked. He thought this might be a good time to look at
making Fox Plaza Lane one-way and with a sidewalk.
Mr. Chou reported that the Mills Peninsula Hospital project manager will reinstall
the No Parking signs in front of the hospital as per their agreement.
8. 1.2 Construction projects
• Burlingame Streetscape Project
Mr. Chou reported that there will be a presentation by the design team RHAA at
the August 20th Council meeting.
• Illuminated Crosswalk replacement project
Mr. Chou reported this project is on hold temporarily until the end of this month
due to work being done currently at the Hyatt.
• 2012 Street Resurfacing Project
Mr. Chou reported that the contractor C. F. Archibald has been selected and work
will begin.
• Burlingame Village Water Main Replacement Project
Mr. Chou reported that this project along California Drive has been completed for
abVU t a month now. Any complaints about traffic in this area will no longer be
attributed to this project.
• Parking rate and meter change out
Mr. Chou reported that the request for proposal has gone out and submissions
are due on August 16tH
• Broadway/US101 Interchange Project
A presentation by the design team, URS, will be made to Council pertaining to
aesthetics on September 4cn
8.2 Traffic Sergeant's Report
Sergeant Nakiso reported that the Police Department conducted some pedestrian sting
operations resulting in 24 citations and 6 warnings issued. The police department also
has a new reader board/radar trailer and Corporal Witt has devised a schedule for its
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usage.
Chair Simonson also mentioned that during the BPAC meeting a concern was brought
up by a resident on California Drive about bicyclists riding on sidewalks and asked if this
could be included in selective enforcement. The police department has been trying to
provide safety awareness and educate the public on this matter.
8.3 Commissioners' Comments and Concerns
None.
9. COMMUNICATIONS
9.1 Rich Voon —Stop sign sight -visibility at Broadway on Vancouver
Mr. Chou stated that this concern was also brought up by Councilmember Brownrigg
earlier this evening. Staff worked with the Parks Department to trim the tree that was
obscuring the stop sign but found that further trimming would kill the tree. A work order
has been placed to relocate the stop sign.
9.2 Lisa Kreft —Burlingame School District safety issues
Mr. Chou acknowledged receipt of a copy of an email from Ms. Kreft regarding safety
issues at Burlingame Intermediate School.
9.3 Manito Velasco —Bike safety measure on California Drive
Mr. Chou acknowledged receipt of an email from Mr. Velasco regarding bicycle
collisions on California Drive.
9.4 Jane Gomery —Burlingame Avenue Streetscape Improvement Council meeting 8/20/12
Mr. Chou informed the Commission that a project update presentation on Burlingame
Avenue Streetscape Improvements will be made to Council on August 20t". This
meeting will be an appropriate time to participate in the design, character and style of
the Burlingame Avenue Streetscape Improvements and encourages commissioners to
attend and participate in the process.
Other Communications: The City received a resident inquiry about the process to have
a storage/moving pod delivered. Mr. Chou reported that he has already responded to
this inquiry directly.
Another communication was received regarding the parking on Crescent Avenue. Mr.
Chou has been communicating with this resident and informed her that this will be on a
future agenda. Commissioner Serrato had also been in communication with the
resident for clarification of her request.
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U. COMMISSION & COMMITTEE REPORTS
10.1 Burlingame Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory committee (B/PAC)
Mr. Chou reported that committee members have been gathering pedestrian and bike
counts at key intersections throughout the city to determine foot and bike traffic. This
summer data is currently being compiled and fall counts will be performed in October.
The two bike lane projects funded by Measure A funds are ready to get underway.
Commissioner Louder made a request again to pursue getting a Planning
Department representative to participate in B/PAC.
11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
11.1 Crescent Avenue —Request for 2 -hour parking zone &possible residential parking
permit program — next month
11.2 Primrose Rd/Howard Ave; Possible 24 -minute green zone —October
11.3 Fox Plaza Lane pedestrian access -future
12.ADJOURNMENT 9:04 p.m.
MINUTES -ITEM 5
(September 13, 2012)
The City of Burlingame
CALIFORNIA 940103997
www.burlingame.org
TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes - Unapproved
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Commissioners Present:
Commissioners Absent:
Laurie Simonson, Chair
Nicklas Akers, Vice Chair
Jeff Londer
Mark Noworolski
Caroline Serrato
None
Staff Present: Augustine Chou, Transportation Engineer, Public Works
Sergeant Jay Kiely, Police Department
Joanne Louie, Administrative Secretary, Public Works
Visitors: Ana Sjostrom
Linda Holden
Lord Tognoli-Mendoza
Maria Realyvasquez
Lauren Treadwell
Shawn Becker
Joy Burke
1. CALL TO ORDER. 7:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG.
3. ROLL CALL. 5 ;9C
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4. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Mr. Chou acknowledged the presence of the new Traffic Sergeant, Jay Kiely.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -
August 6, 2012 minutes will be submitted for approval at a subsequent meeting.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
7. CURRENT BUSINESS
7.1 Crescent Avenue Parking Congestion —Discussion
Mr. Chou presented a staff report and analysis of a Residential Parking Permit Program
(RPPP) for the 200 block of Crescent Avenue.
Chair Simonson opened public comment on this matter.
Ms. Sjorstrom expressed concern that the 100 block of Crescent Avenue was also very
crowded and getting worse since the new Safeway opened. Ms. Sjorstrom stated that
she supported RPPP for the 200 block of Crescent.
Ms. Realyvasquez said, as a resident of the 200 block of Crescent, the parking has
been unbearable at times and requested a 2 -hour parking restriction. She took an
unofficial survey and found the majority of the people parking on the block are from
Walgreen's, as opposed to Safeway. Ms. Realyvasquez provided a copy of her survey
results to the Commission.
Ms. Treadwell stated that she is a resident of nearby Newlands Avenue and supported
RPPP for the 200 block of Crescent Avenue. She also requested the City consider an
extension of the RPPP to Newlands Avenue.
Ms. Holden suggests that the City start with the merchants to encourage their
employees to use the parking lots for parking; and, also consider making Lot H free
again. Ms. Holden stated that she was in support of the 200 block of Crescent, provided
it is extended to surrounding streets because otherwise those streets would be further
impacted.
Mr. Becker stated that she was opposed to a RPPP for the 200 block of Crescent. She
said that this would result in moving the problem onto the surrounding streets.
Ms. Burke stated that she supported RPPP for the 200 block of Crescent.
Chair Simonson closed the public comment period.
Motion: Staff continues to explore a Residential Parking Permit Program on the 200
block of Crescent Avenue.
M/S/C: Noworolski/Akers; 5/0/0
Mr. Chou will proceed with the next steps such as noticing the surrounding area to seek
concurrence.
Motion: Staff will reach out to the business owners and investigate implementation of
reduced cost monthly employee parking options for Lot H and other lots.
M/S/C: Nowolrolski/Akers; 5/0/0
7.2 Public Works Traffic Safety Brochures —Discussion
Item was tabled for this meeting Cl" will be revisited at the next meeting. In Chou will
forward updated versions.
Staff Reports
8.1 Traffic Engineer's Report
8.1.1 Requests/comments/responses to public traffic concerns (stop signs, crosswalks,
speed control, parking)
• Burlingame School District traffic/safety measures
Mr. Chou reported that the implementation of No Left Turn restriction on
Balboa Avenue at Devereaux has had a positive effect on traffic at Lincoln
School.
Mr. Chou reported that the relocation of the bus stop at Burlingame
Intermediate School (BIS) was accomplished, and also seems to be having a
positive effect on the traffic at BIS.
• Adeline Avenue/Balboa Avenue stop sign problem
Mr. Chou noted that he misspoke last month; and, that the concern for this
intersection was the stop sign being obscured by trees. This concern was
addressed and the Parks department has trimmed the trees.
8.1.2 Construction projects
• Illuminated Crosswalk replacement project
Mr. Chou reported that the illuminated crosswalk on California Drive in front of
Stacks and Christie's now have a rectangular rapid -flashing beacon installed
at the sign locations. He stated that the beacons should result in better
response and awareness from drivers. He added that the beacons would be
added to the majority of existing illuminated crosswalks.
• 2012 Street Resurfacing Project
Mr. Chou reported that the traffic signal detection loops were put in on Howard
Avenue; and, that there was a delay in getting all the new striping done.
• Parking rate and meter change out
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Mr. Chou reported that proposals were received and have not yet been
reviewed. Mr. Chou suggested that one Commissioner participate in the
review process. Vice Chair Akers volunteered, with Commissioner Londer
serving as a backup.
• Broadway/US101 Interchange Project
Mr. Chou reported that URS Corp. and Haygood Associates would be making
a presentation to Council at the regular Council meeting on October 1St. The
presentation would be addressing the aesthetic/landscaping components of
the Broadway Interchange project.
8.2 Traffic Sergeant's Report
8.2.1 Introduction of new Traffic Sergeant, Jay Kiely
Chair Simonson welcome Traffic Sergeant Jay Kiely. Sergeant Kiely was also
introduced earlier during the Acknowledgment portion of this meeting.
8.2.2 General/Selective Traffic Enforcement Report
Sergeant Kiely reported that the Traffic Division now have a full time Traffic
Sergeant, Corporal Witt and an additional motor officer for a total of two officers,
which should allow them to be more responsive to traffic complaints.
Commissioner Londer reported that a merchant on Burlingame Avenue
approached him with concerns about the worsening problem of cars are making
U-turns into parking spaces.
8.3 Commissioners' Comments and Concerns
Commissioner Londer reminded the Commission that Fresh Market is on October 7,
2012 and whether the Commission would like to participate.
Commissioner Londer also noted that the Pet Parade is also coming up on September
29tH and a suggestion was made if Commissions would like to participate with their pets.
Chair Simonson reported that this would be her last TSPC meeting, as she has
accepted an appointment with the San Mateo County Planning Commission effective
October 1St. Chair Simonson expressed her thanks and stated that she was happy to
have served on this Commission.
COMMUNICATIONS
9.1 Maria Realyvasquez —Parking problem on 200 block of Crescent Avenue
Ms. Realyvasquez was heard during public comment during Item 7.1.
Additionally, Mr. Chou stated that the Commission also received last-minute
communications today regarding Agenda Item 7.1 from several other residents.
9.2 City staff —Burlingame Avenue Parking Structure Council Study Session (September 4,
2012)
Communication to the Commission was received from Councilmember Brownrigg.
10. COMMISSION &COMMITTEE REPORTS
10.1 Burlingame Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory committee (B/PAC)
B/PAC did not meet this evening prior to this meeting.
11. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
11.1 Primrose Road — 24 -minute parking zones (October)
11.2 Fox Plaza Lane —Pedestrian Safety (October)
12.ADJOURNMENT 8:54 p.m.
CURRENT BUSINESS -ITEM 7.1
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM 7A
TO: Traffic, Safety and Parking Commission
DATE: November 5, 2012
FROM: Augustine Chou, Transportation Engineer 14L
SUBJECT: Item 7.1 — Fox Plaza Lane Pedestrian Safety
Meeting
Date: November 8. 2012
RECOMMENDATION: Concur with staff to continue implementing pedestrian improvements as is
feasible and deemed beneficial to Fox Plaza Lane.
DISCUSSION: At the August TSPC meeting, Mr. William Paul came before the Commission and
presented some verbal comments regarding the pedestrian safety situation along Fox Plaza Lane. At
that time, it was explained that the City staff was already looking into the situation and some mitigating
actions had already been taken.
Roadway &Location Conditions
Fox Lane Plaza is parallel to, and south of, Burlingame Avenue. It serves as east/west access between
City Parking Lot K and EI Camino Real on the west side, and Primrose Road on the east side. A
majority of the businesses on Burlingame Avenue have secondary exits onto Fox Plaza Lane. The
roadway width is approximately 19 feet wide with no dedicated 6 -inch raised sidewalks.
Observations and Analysis
Pedestrians currently walk along the lane mixed with vehicular traffic. The main concern for pedestrian
safety is the rear access way from Fox Mall, as there is little indication for pedestrians upon exit. The
City anticipated that with the advent of the Safeway development, there might be increased pedestrian
traffic between the development, city parking lot, and the mall. To address this, several new safety
measures were implement, such as an enhanced crosswalk, handicapped truncated dome mat, and
pedestrian crossing warning signs.
The items and concerns that that Mr. Paul presented, along with any staff actions are listed below:
1. COMMENT: Fox Plaza Lane is an "alley" and is "no place" for pedestrians.
ACTION: No action to be taken. All roadways must allow for pedestrians unless specified by
proper signage. The City wishes to keep pedestrian access available on Fox Plaza Lane,
especially because of all the currently existing rear/secondary business access.
2. COMMENT: Consider widening or removing the "faded" 3 -inch stripe along the north side of the
Fox Plaza Lane for pedestrians use.
ACTION: The stripe referred to by Mr. Paul was already removed by asphalt grinding
approximately 12 months prior to the request. However, the grind marks are still present and
create a "shadow" or appearance of an existing, but faded stripe. Staff will schedule new work to
regrind.
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3. COMMENT: Consider installing the missing "yellow mat" for handicapped access at crosswalk in
Fox Mall entrance/exit.
ACTION: Staff is scheduling work to install new truncated dome mats as requested. Current
delay is due to property and right-of-way conflicts.
4. COMMENT: Consider relocating the existing pedestrian warning sign for westbound Fox Plaza
Lane traffic. Current sign is on the wrong side of the lane and cannot be seen by drivers in that
direction.
ACTION: No additional action to be taken. The northbound sign originally could not be installed
on the right-hand side of the roadway because of right-of-way restrictions.
5. COMMENT: Consider making Fox Plaza Lane one-way direction, especially for cars exiting City
Parking Lot L.
ACTION: Staff to look into feasibility of RIGHT TURN ONLY signs at the exit of Lot L.
Staff will continue to examine the feasibility of the concern above and implement those measures which
it can; and, update the Commission on future progress under the "Engineer's Report" of the TSPC
agenda. Staff will also schedule future items concerning Fox Plaza Lane under "Current Business",
where such actions require broad public input but are not dependent on federal, state, or local
regulations or restriction.
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