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BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Council Chambers7:00 PMThursday, November 12, 2020
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October 8, 2020 Meeting Minutesa.
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Community B/PAC Update (Informational Only Item)a.
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Review of Proposed Parking Time Restriction Options for the New Parking Garage on Lot
N
b.
Staff Report
Presentation
Attachments:
Consideration of Increasing the Frequency of the Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
Meetings Discussion
c.
Staff ReportAttachments:
7. Information Items
Engineering Division Reportsa.
Staff ReportAttachments:
Police Department Reportsb.
Farmer's Marketc.
TSPC Chair/Commissioner's Communicationsd.
8. Committee & Sub-Committee Reports
Downtown Parking (Martos & Wettan)a.
Broadway Parking (Bush & Israelit)b.
School Traffic (Israelit & Wettan)c.
Citywide Transportation Alternatives (Londer & Wettan)d.
9. Future Agenda Items
10. Adjournment
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NEXT TRAFFIC, SAFETY & PARKING COMMISSION MEETING: December 10, 2020
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TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Unapproved Minutes
Regular Meeting of Thursday, October 8, 2020
1. CALL TO ORDER 7:03 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3. ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Bush, Londer, Martos, Wettan
MEMBERS ABSENT: Israelit
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a) August 13, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Motion: To accept the August 13, 2020 Meeting Minutes as written.
M/S/C; Londer/Bush, 4/0/0
b) September 10, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Motion: To accept the September 10, 2020 Meeting Minutes as written.
M/S/C; Londer/Wettan, 3/0/1
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS – NON-AGENDA
Adrienne Leigh said hello to the Commission and spoke about having concluded a B/PAC
meeting before the Commission meeting. Madeline Frechette spoke about two recent
bike/motor vehicle collisions and acknowledged that some B/PAC members know the affected
parties. Ms. Frechette stated her friend was hit while using the southbound bike lane on
California Drive. A car going northbound in the left turn lane to turn onto Trousdale Drive did
not yield and hit the bicyclist. Ms. Frechette stated that this location had previous collisions
and stated that the City does not take immediate action despite multiple collisions. Ms.
Frechette stated she would like TSPC to figure out a policy or City action to make quick
improvements to prevent people getting hurt and make these locations safer.
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Manito Velasco stated that the location Madeline Frechette mentioned has had 4 injured
bicyclists since 2012. Mr. Velasco stated it is not a new phenomenon and that he had
encountered it himself. Mr. Velasco stated that the 4 reported serious collisions did not
account for the near misses, and that collisions are a lagging indicator of a problem. Mr.
Velasco stated if an intersection has zero collisions, it does not mean that it is safe. He said
that it just means that the collisions have not been reported or they have not occurred. In this
case, Mr. Velasco stated that there is a collision pattern and that he hoped the City would take
an immediate action to figure out what is wrong and to try to fix it. Mr. Velasco stated another
immediate safety concern was Airport Blvd and Beach Road by the Facebook campus. Mr.
Velasco stated Airport Blvd had been reconfigured around the buildings and is now curvier,
but that there is an intersection that was previously used by families to go from Burlingame to
Coyote Point. Mr. Velasco stated that the new T-intersection is now blind due to the
reconfiguration and stated that he has seen near misses in the last two months. Mr. Velasco
said he saw a potential for more conflicts once construction is completed. Mr. Velasco
acknowledged that there are zero collisions for this intersection, but stated there is potential
for collisions and requested TSPC recommend a treatment for this intersection before
somebody got hurt.
Commissioner Martos asked for clarification regarding the T-intersection. Mr. Velasco clarified
the location of the T-intersection at Airport Blvd and Beach Road and stated that it was on the
border between the City of Burlingame and City of San Mateo. Christopher D. Beall stated he
joined B/PAC after he was hit by a motor vehicle in 2018 on Airport Blvd and wanted to speak
about the collision on California Drive and Trousdale Drive. He stated that the bicyclist was a
friend and was hit by the car going 25 mph and was thrown 30 feet, but did not sustain serious
injuries. Mr. Beall emphasized that California Drive is vital to the City of Burlingame and
connects multiple transportation hubs together and is lacking protected bike lanes.
6. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
a) Community B/PAC Update (Informational Item Only)
B/PAC Chair Leslie Beatty acknowledged that B/PAC had discussed the collisions. An
intersection noted was Oak Grove Avenue and Laguna Avenue where a car ran the stop
sign, while a bicyclist was on Laguna Avenue. Ms. Beatty referenced that many
homeowners on Laguna Avenue have signs that say, “Drive like you children live here”
and “slow down.” She stated that this was another area of concern and stated that this
area was an extension of California Drive bike facility. Ms. Beatty stated that the neighbors
had been asking for slow streets and traffic calming measures. Ms. Beatty informed that
the B/PAC was eagerly awaiting feedback regarding their input into the Bike/Pedestrian
Master Plan and stated that they had not heard back yet.
Commissioner Londer said he thought the B/PAC meeting had gone well and
acknowledged the presence of a new City staff member, Transportation Program Manager
Lisha Mai. Commissioner Londer expressed that with Lisha’s presence maybe there would
be improved communication and expressed concerns about recent bicyclist/motor vehicle
collisions. Commissioner Bush stated that addressing collisions should be brought as a
future agenda item and should be encompassed in the Bike/Pedestrian Master Plan.
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Commissioner Bush also expressed that he too is anxiously awaiting the completion of
the Bike/Pedestrian Master Plan. Commissioner Martos also expressed concern
regarding recent collisions and was interested in viewing more data. Commissioner Martos
said he would like to see a compilation of City data related to bicycle and motor vehicle
collisions going back to 2012. Vice Chair Wettan concurred with Commissioner Martos
and stated he would like to see a compilation of hotspot data. Vice Chair Wettan
acknowledged the additional work involved in data compilation and asked if B/PAC and
the Commission would volunteer time if needed to put together data. Traffic Sergeant
David Perna stated the reports were available and could be provided to B/PAC or await
direction from TSPC on how to proceed. Vice Chair Wettan stated that he agreed with a
review of intersection collision data and a creating process to analyze and discuss hotspot
intersections. He spoke about remembering a bike collision on Trousdale Drive a few
years ago and recognized reoccurring collisions merit taking another look at the
intersection(s). He expressed excitement regarding viewing the upcoming Bike/Pedestrian
Master Plan. Adrienne Leigh stated that it was easy to obtain the data on pedestrian and
bicycle collisions for the past five years of incidents via the statewide incident reporting
system. Ms. Leigh stated repeat pedestrian collisions were near pedestrian generators
(i.e.: train station, BHS, shopping areas) and again stated that it was easy to print out the
report.
b) Parking Garage Update
Mr. Wong confirmed that the parking facility was anticipated to be open by late winter/early
spring. Mr. Wong stated that the deadline for the Request for Proposals (RFP) for
wayfinding systems for the parking garage and Lots C and Y was extended. Sustainability
Coordinator Sigalle Michael presented an EV Charging Stations Highland Parking
Structure PowerPoint presentation. She stated that California State Code requires that 6%
of the parking spaces be equipped with EV charging stations. Following California State
Code, the parking garage will have 23 EV charging stations on various levels with 2 ADA
spaces. Ms. Michael stated that the City issued an RFP for the EV charging stations and
that Powerflex was selected. Powerflex had local experience, provided the lowest cost
option, and can charge various types of electric cars including Teslas. Ms. Michael spoke
about LCSF credits (low carbon standard fuel credits) and how the credits allow Powerflex
the capability of providing the lowest cost option by participating in the carbon market.
Powerflex had no network fees or transaction fees, and additionally they provided the
lowest charge cost. The charge cost is set to only recover PG&E electricity costs. Ms.
Michael stated Powerflex has power sharing across their chargers and are able figure out
how much power to give a car over a period of time. Powerflex will be applying for a grant
for a super-fast charger on behalf of the City. Powerflex also provides an easy payment
system App. Ms. Michael emphasized that the parking garage will be open 24 hours and
expected to see high EV charging station usage during the day. Ms. Michael stated that
the EV chargers should be functional by March 2021 when the parking garage opens to
the public. She stated that depending on the experience with Powerflex, it was possible to
implement similar EV charging stations for the future Community Center parking garage.
Ms. Michael stated that the City will have ownership over the Powerflex charging stations
as opposed to the EVgo charging stations. Ms. Michael expressed that lessons were
learned through the EVgo charging station experience and hoped that these new
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Powerflex charging stations would be more frequently used.
Commissioner Londer thanked Ms. Michael for the presentation. He expressed that he
was glad that the new charging stations can charge Teslas, that the parking garage will
be open 24 hours, and that there was a time restriction for turnover. Commissioner Londer
wondered if there were additional spaces that had been pre-wired to allow for future EV
charging stations. Ms. Michael clarified that no additional spaces were pre-wired in the
Highland Parking Garage, but spoke about the City’s modification of reach codes for
residential parking lots that will require conduits to each parking space for future
developments. Ms. Michael clarified that Powerflex believed additional charging stations
could be added in the future with power sharing. Ms. Michael spoke about City Hall’s EV
charger continuous usage, and Mr. Wong concurred that he too has observed various
electric vehicles charging at the station. Commissioner Martos inquired about solar power
panels on the parking garage. Ms. Michael acknowledged that the solar power panels
were considered, but unfortunately were not in the budget. Commissioner Martos inquired
if the Recreation Center would have solar power panels. Ms. Michael confirmed the
Recreation Center is meant to have solar power panels and that the City was looking into
how to pay for solar with the intention of the Recreation Center being net zero.
Commissioner Martos inquired about the cost of the EV chargers and acknowledged that
the cost would be attractive to electric car drivers. Commissioner Martos wondered if rates
were going to be structured to encourage periphery parking. Mr. Wong acknowledged that
rates and cost structure will be discussed. Mr. Wong spoke about parking meter credit
card minimum transaction charges that will be addressed in conjunction with the
discussion about rates.
Commissioner Bush inquired about if an adapter for Tesla is needed. Ms. Michael clarified
that Teslas are already equipped with a level 2 adapter. Commissioner Bush inquired
about the charging station spacing reasoning since various charging stations at various
parking levels eliminates convenience. Ms. Michael asked Mr. Wong if charging cost
would vary based on level and Mr. Wong confirmed that various levels would indeed have
different cost structures. Ms. Michael stated that this was the largest installation of EV
chargers and that City staff is also interested in how the EV charging stations in the parking
garage will go. Commissioner Bush stated that the City has 3 charging station vendors
which requires the user to install various Apps needed to use the various charging stations,
and inquired about creating future charging station consistency. Ms. Michael clarified that
other Powerflex benefits outweighed the App inconvenience and that users would
establish a new habit to dedicate to one charging station.
Vice Chair Wettan emphasized the importance of a new state mandate that will only allow
electric vehicles sales after 2035. Ms. Michael spoke again about new City reach codes
for every new home and renovations that will require one level 2 charger and one charging
plug. She also stated that for multifamily residential developments 10% of parking spots
will need to be level 2 charging stations and that remaining parking spots will need to have
access to a charging plug. She also stated that commercial developments will also have
a 10% charging station requirement. Vice Chair Wettan stated that this discussion should
be a future agenda item to revisit EV charging in residential buildings and spoke about
personal experience with limited EV charging access. Vice Chair Wettan spoke about
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having a future expansion plan for EV charging stations for the parking garage and stated
that this was the number one issue. He also inquired about having to pay for charging and
for the parking spot. Ms. Michael confirmed that users would be required to pay for
charging and the parking space. Mr. Wong confirmed the same dual payment is required
at the train station charging stations. Vice Chair Wettan asked if there were any up front
installation costs. Ms. Michael confirmed that it came out to $2,800 per charger and that
the total contract price was $65,000. Vice Chair Wettan asked about EVgo’s contract
duration and possible replacement. Ms. Michael clarified that EVgo has a 10 year contract
with the City and were also benefiting from the LCSF credits. Vice Chair Wettan and Ms.
Michael spoke about the adapter challenge with EVgo charging stations. Mr. Wong
clarified that the parking fees are built into the charger. Mr. Wong spoke about the
decreased complexity of installing more charging stations since the devices are wall
mounted. Vice Chair Wettan emphasized that electric charging will change in the
upcoming 5 to 10 years. Ms. Michael mentioned that Peninsula Clean Energy has a
$1,000 rebate for the purchase of an electric vehicle.
c) Parklet and Street Closure Update
Mr. Wong stated that the Broadway full street closures were still occurring and start at
4:00 pm on Saturday thru 10 pm on Sunday. Mr. Wong stated that the Broadway BID likes
the street closures flexibility of expanding past the expanse of a parklet. Mr. Wong
expressed that Broadway is starting to prepare for wet weather and that they appreciated
the parklet option. Mr. Wong spoke about exploring side street parklets and reaching out
to businesses. Mr. Wong reported that Downtown Burlingame has 34 businesses that
have submitted an application for a parklet or have installed a parklet. Many businesses
have requested more space, but space is limited. Mr. Wong stated over 250 barriers have
been placed and that 70 on-street parking spaces had been impacted. Mr. Wong stated
that businesses have requested curbside pick-up parking and that Copenhagen was one
of the first businesses to request a curbside pick-up parking sign/space.
Commissioner Londer expressed that the parklets/street closure were a good thing and
hoped that the weather would hold. Commissioner Martos inquired about the cost of a
parklet application. Mr. Wong stated that there are no associated fees at this time.
Commissioner Martos noted that in the evening some parklets are not being used and
provided the idea to permit restaurants to use the empty parklet and to share the space.
Mr. Wong stated that parklet space sharing was already occurring. Mr. Wong provided the
example of Sixto’s Restaurant and Delfina Pizzeria parklet space sharing.
Vice Chair Wettan shared his personal experience about dining with his daughters on
Broadway and expressed that it was a nice experience. Vice Chair Wettan inquired if for
the winter the parklets are allowed to have a heat lamp. Mr. Wong spoke about an ongoing
discussion amongst City officials regarding heat lamps. Vice Chair Wettan spoke about
multiple cars getting through the Broadway street closures via Laguna Avenue and spoke
about the need for clear signage, especially at night. Mr. Wong thanked Vice Chair Wettan
for the information and Mr. Wong confirmed that he would reach out to the Corporation
Yard staff to address the issue. Vice Chair Wettan spoke about speaking to the restaurants
about the Broadway street closures negative impact on takeout and stated the need to
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explore a way for easy takeout. Mr. Wong acknowledged the idea to allow takeout parking
in nearby Broadway City parking lots.
Christopher D. Beall spoke about the impact on Chula Vista Avenue due to the Broadway
street closures. He spoke about the increased speeds on Chula Vista Avenue and the
need for additional traffic calming. Mr. Wong acknowledged that City staff could look at
additional signage and coordinate with Burlingame Police Department to place the radar
trail on Chula Vista Avenue.
7. INFORMATION ITEMS
a) Engineering Division Reports
TFCA Grant Update – Staff was not successful in obtaining the TFCA grant for
the Lyon-Hoag Traffic Calming Improvements or the Video Detection Upgrade on
the City’s SMART Corridor Intersections projects. However, the TA grant was
submitted, and involves California Drive and the east side of the Burlingame Train
Station.
Lyon-Hoag Traffic Calming Improvements Update – Phase 1 of the Lyon-
Hoag and Adjacent Neighborhood Traffic Calming Improvements Project is
currently being advertised. Improvements are scheduled for construction starting
November 2020 with anticipated completion by the end of the year. Phase 1
includes quick build improvements such as striping of centerlines, edge lines, high
visibility crosswalks, striped medians, trial traffic circles, trial bulbouts, modular
trial speed cushions, and street signs. Quick builds are aimed to quickly delivery
pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements unlike major capital project that can
take longer to design, bid, and construct. They are reversible, adjustable traffic
safety enhancements intended to be evaluated and reviewed within an initial
period of 2 to 4 years after construction to help determine design and plan for mid-
term modifications and long-term designs.
Federal Resurfacing Project Update – The work along California Drive has
been substantially completed with resurfacing, signage, traffic loops, and the
installation of new pedestrian ramps. Ramps are currently being installed along
Broadway. Trousdale Drive has been paved with striping improvements to come.
Cadillac Way and Highland Avenue were paved during the first weekend in
October to minimized impacts to adjacent businesses. The project is
approximately 50% complete and is scheduled to be substantially completed by
the end of November. This assumes no weather delays or other unforeseen
conditions.
Village at Burlingame Update – The parking garage is anticipated to be
completed late winter or early spring 2021. The completion date for the workforce
housing project (Village at Burlingame) has not been determined as there was a
redesign of the foundation of the building. Currently, no new date has been set.
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300 Burlingame Point Update – The roadway is now open to the public, but has
not been accepted by the City. Due to PG&E issues, the traffic signals are
scheduled to be operational sometime in mid-November 2020. Staff anticipates
the new roadway to be accepted at the December 7th, City Council meeting.
IPS Meter Installation Update – Due to SIP, meter production was delayed and
staff has only recently received all equipment. Conversion of the existing 475 coin-
only meters with IPS smart parking meters is scheduled for end October at the
following locations.
Downtown Burlingame Avenue City Parking Lots
Lot A-3
Lot B-1
Lot C
Lot D
Lot J
Lot K
Lot L
Lot M
Lot O
Lot V
Broadway Area City Parking Lots and On-Street Parking
Lot P
Lot Q
Lot R
Lot Y
Lot S
Capuchino Avenue
Paloma Avenue
Laguna Avenue
Chula Vista Avenue
Commissioner Londer inquired about the redesign of the Village at Burlingame
housing foundation. Mr. Wong stated he would inquire further with City staff
regarding the redesign of the foundation.
TSPC Priority List (revised October 2020):
TSPC Led Effort
1 Downtown Parking and Access 10/8/20: Item 6c
2 Bike\Ped Plan Update: fwd to BPAC 8/13/20: Item 6b
3 School Traffic and Safety Issues 3/12/20: Item 7a
4 Neighborhood Traffic Calming 10/8/20: Item 7a
5 Broadway Parking 10/8/20: Item 6c
6 Citywide Transportation Alternatives 2/13/20: Item 6c
7 Bay Trail Improvements
8 Electric Vehicles 10/8/20: Item 6b
9 Bike Share Feedback 12/12/19: Item 6b
Staff Update via Report
1 Caltrans’ ECR Corridor 2/13/20: Item 7a
2 Hoover School Update 10/8/20: Item 7a
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3 Downtown Parking Strategies 10/8/20: Item 7a
4 City Hall Traffic Calming/Floribunda 4/11/19: Item 6b
5 California Roundabout 5/9/19: Item 7a
6 Oak Grove/Carolan Traffic Signal 10/10/19: Item 7a
7 Bike\Ped Plan Update: fwd to BPAC 8/13/20: Item 6b
8 Rec Center Parking 3/12/20: Item 7a
9 Old Bayshore Corridor Study 12/12/19: Item 7a
10 Grant Opportunities 10/8/20: Item 7a
11 Broadway Grade Separation 6/11/20: Item 7a
12 San Mateo's Peninsula Ave OC
13 School Speed Limit Updates 6/13/19, Item 7a
14 School Safety Improvements 3/12/20: Item 7a
15 Lyon-Hoag Neighborhood Traffic Calming 10/8/20: Item 7a
16 300 Burlingame Point Traffic Impacts 10/8/20: Item 7a
17 Broadway/California Update
2020 Agenda Item Action Status
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Council Direction Regarding Improving
Short-Term Parking in the Burlingame
Avenue Downtown Area
Poles and SMART meter have
been installed and are currently
being programmed.
b) Police Department Reports
The collision report was distributed prior to the meeting as part of the agenda packet.
Sergeant Perna stated there were 24 collisions for the month of September. Sergeant
Perna listed the collisions: above referenced collision on California Drive and Trousdale
Drive, fatal collision on California Drive in front of Putnam, and 9 injury collisions.
Sergeant Perna spoke about the California Drive and Trousdale Drive collision and
confirmed that the motorist was at fault due to a failure to yield. He spoke about the report
stating the motorist did not see the bicyclist. He stated that sun could have been a factor,
but was not documented in the collision report. Sergeant Perna confirmed that the data
could be provided to B/PAC and Commission for review. Sergeant Perna and Vice Chair
Wettan spoke about the logistics of the collision. Vice Chair Wettan spoke about another
hotspot at Hillside Drive and El Camino Real and how the sun can be a factor. Vice Chair
Wettan inquired about the California Drive fatality. Sergeant Perna spoke about the
fatality being related to street resurfacing, and that the collision occurred between a street
sweeper and a motorcycle. Vice Chair Wettan spoke about another hotspot at El Camino
Real and Rosedale. Vice Chair Wettan and Sergeant Perna spoke about a parked car
collision on Broadway and that the location was the Walgreens parking lot. Sergeant
Perna relayed again that collision information can be provided.
Commissioner Londer noticed that many collisions were driver error and inquired if
citations were issued at each occurrence. Sergeant Perna stated that it was on a case
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by case basis and citations are not given at each occurrence. Commissioner Martos
inquired about collision report listing at Howard Avenue and California Drive since it was
not listed as a fatality or major accident. Sergeant Perna clarified that the data fields were
reduced and that he was going to speak about the fatality. Ms. Leigh inquired about
whether or not the drivers of the 2 bicycle collisions were cited. Sergeant Perna confirmed
that neither driver was cited and acknowledged Ms. Leigh’s inquiry.
c) Farmer’s Market
Commissioner Londer stated he had all the materials for the TSPC to be a part of the
Farmer’s Market again and that anyone was more than welcome to take them.
d) TSPC Chair/Commissioner’s Communications
Commissioner Londer stated that this meeting maybe he last meeting. He stated that he
enjoyed serving on the Commission and that he had learned a lot, but mostly importantly
cherished the friends he made and community members he had met. Commissioner
Londer stated that he would be around and would still be involved in community activities.
Commissioner Londer stated that he was certain this was his last meeting unless the City
Council had not appointed a new commissioner.
Commissioner Martos stated that at the intersection of Howard Avenue and Bloomfield
Road there was a lanyard that said “yield to pedestrians” and that political stickers were
placed on the sign. Commissioner Martos suggested having City staff clean up or replace
the sign.
Commissioner Martos expressed his sentiment regarding work ing with Commissioner
Londer and described him as knowledgeable, patient, and insightful. Commissioner
Martos stated that Commissioner Londer had helped him along the way on TSPC and
that he had enjoyed working with him. Commissioner Martos expressed his admiration
for Commissioner Londer and emphasized his service. Commissioner Londer confirmed
he had been on the TSPC for 12 years.
Vice Chair Wettan stated he had a communication regarding a Burlingame Hills
Association email regarding a hedge and stated maybe it would be a future agenda item.
Vice Chair Wettan expressed that he was at a loss of words and was sad to hear the
news regarding Commissioner Londer’s departure from the TSPC. Vice Chair Wettan
stated that Commissioner Londer is friend and mentor, and emphasized that he is a better
person for having served with Commissioner Londer. Vice Chair Wettan talked about
Commissioner Londer’s service, taking counts of school intersections and the selfless
nature of his service. Vice Chair Wettan thanked Commissioner Londer for his service,
friendship, and mentorship and stated that he deserved the break, but that he hoped
Commissioner Londer would visit the TSPC again. Commissioner Londer thanked
everyone for their kind words and friendship, and thanked Stephanie and wished her well
with her delivery.
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8. COMMISSION & SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
a) Downtown Parking (Martos & Wettan)
No update.
b) Broadway Parking (Bush & Israelit)
No update.
c) School Traffic (Israelit & Londer)
No update.
d) Citywide Transportation Alternatives (Londer & Wettan)
No update.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Burlingame Hills Association Hedge Item
Joint Meeting with Planning Commission regarding EV Charging Stations
and Reach Codes
Bike/Ped Collision Traffic Data Review
Oak Grove Avenue and Carolan Avenue Intersection
Broadway Parking Rates
Highland Parking Garage Rates
10. ADJOURNMENT 9:12 p.m.
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STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM NO:
6.b
MEETING DATE:
November 12, 2020
To: Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
Date: November 12, 2020
From: Andrew Wong, Senior Civil Engineer – (650) 558-7230
Subject: Review of Proposed Parking Time Restriction Options for the New Parking
Garage on Lot N
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Traffic Safety and Parking Commission (TSPC) review and provide
feedback regarding the parking time restriction options for the new parking garage being built at
Lot N.
BACKGROUND
The Village at Burlingame affordable workforce housing development, which is currently under
construction includes 132 senior and workforce housing units on Parking Lot F and a new 368-
space public parking garage on parking Lot N.
Lots F and N were previously designated as long-term, 10-hour, “pay-and-display” parking, and
were typically utilized primarily by employees that work in the downtown area. The current project
schedule calls for completion of the parking garage in the Spring of 2021. Previously on Lot F
there were 100-spaces and 105-spaces in Lot N. The new parking garage provides an additional
162-spaces to the overall downtown parking inventory. The parking space breakdown by level is
as follows:
LEVEL STANDARD
SPACES
EV SPACES ACCESSIBLE
SPACES
TOTAL
SPACES
Ground Floor 48 8 8 64
2nd Floor 68 8 0 76
3rd Floor 69 7 0 76
4th Floor 74 0 0 74
5th Floor 78 0 0 78
TOTALS 337 23 8 368
Item 6.b – Review of Proposed Parking Time Restriction Options November 12, 2020
for the New Parking Garage on Lot N
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DISCUSSION
Prior to the opening of the parking garage, new parking restrictions and rates must be approved
by the City Council. Prior to Council action, the TSPC should be part of the process; by reviewing
the options and providing a preferred option for Council consideration.
The parking garage project will introduce 23 electric vehicle (EV) spaces spread out between the
first three levels. The EV spaces have Level 2 chargers capable of providing a full charge to most
EVs in four-hours. Due to this charging period, the EV spaces should have a minimum restriction
of four-hours. In addition to the standard parking rates, the EV spaces incur charging fees,
estimated to be between $0.15 and $0.30 kW/Hour.
Staff is proposing two separate options for the parking restriction associated with the new garage.
Option A: Dedicate the upper three levels to long-term parking and short-term on the lower two
levels. This would offset the parking loss from both Lots F and N (206) by providing 214 standard
spaces and seven electric vehicle spaces, while increasing the short-term parking inventory in
the downtown by 123 standard spaces, 8 accessible spaces, and introduce 16 EV spaces.
The parking rates would be similar to the existing rates in the downtown, where the long-term
parking is $3.00 for the 10-hour period and $1.00 per hour for the short-term parking. The EV
spaces would have a 4-hour restriction on the lower two levels, and 10-hours on the 3rd level.
Option B: Would dedicate the entire garage to long-term parking and EV charging spaces. As
part of this option, the TSPC along with staff would review the other long-term parking lots and
on-street spaces to determine which could be converted to short-term parking.
With this option, all parking rates in the garage would be $3.00 for the 10-hour period including
the EV spaces with the additional electricity charging related fees.
Staff recommends that the Traffic Safety and Parking Commission discuss the matter, obtain
public feedback, and make recommendations of preferred option with a vote.
Attachments:
Presentation
Review of Proposed Parking Time
Restriction Options for the New
Parking Garage on Lot N
Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
November 12 , 2020
Parking Lot F: 100 spaces
Parking Lot N: 106 spaces
Garage Parking Distribution
LEVEL STANDARD SPACES EV SPACES ACCESSIBLE SPACES TOTAL SPACES
Ground Floor 48 8 8 64
2nd Floor 68 8 0 76
3rd Floor 69 7 0 76
4th Floor 74 0 0 74
5th Floor 78 0 0 78
TOTALS 337 23 8 368
Downtown Parking Map
Parking Restriction Options
Option A:
Dedicate the upper three levels to long-term parking and short-term to the lower two levels. This would offset the parking
loss from both Lots F and N (206) by providing 214 standard spaces and seven electric vehicle spaces, while increasing the
short-term parking inventory in the downtown by 116 standard spaces, 8 accessible spaces, and introduce 16 EV spaces.
The parking rates would similar to the existing rates in the downtown, where the long-term parking is $3.00 for the 10-hour
period and $1.00 per hour for the short-term parking. The EV spaces would have a 4-hour restriction on the lower two
levels, and 10-hours on the 3rd level.
Option B:
Devote the entire garage to long-term parking and EV charging spaces. As part of this option, TSPC along with staff would
review the other long-term parking lots and spaces to determine which could be converted to short-term parking.
With Option B, all parking rates in the garage would be $3.00 for the 10-hour period including the EV spaces with the
additional charging related fees.
Questions & Feedback
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STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM NO:
6.c
MEETING DATE:
November 12, 2020
To: Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
Date: November 12, 2020
From: Andrew Wong, Senior Civil Engineer – (650) 558-7230
Subject: Consideration of Increasing the Frequency of the Traffic Safety and Parking
Commission Meetings
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Traffic Safety and Parking Commission (TSPC) review and discuss
the information presented in this staff report to consider increasing the frequency of the Traffic
Safety and Parking Commission (TSPC) meetings from the current schedule of once a month to
twice a month or to hold special meetings on an as-needed basis; and provide direction to staff
accordingly.
BACKGROUND
Currently, the TSPC meets every second Thursday of each month to discuss traffic circulation,
traffic calming, bike and pedestrian concerns, and parking related matters. The role of the TSPC
has historically been to serve as an initial venue for the City to receive public comments,
concerns, and inquiries for issues related to traffic and pedestrian safety and parking related
matters.
DISCUSSION
Recently, the City Council requested staff to include an item on their agenda to discuss the
possibility of increasing the frequency of the TSPC meetings from the current schedule of once
a month to twice a month in order to help facilitate timely input by the TSPC and to expedite
other ongoing transportation, traffic safety, and parking issues heard by the Commission on a
regular basis.
At the September 10, 2020 TSPC meeting, the TSPC touched on the subject regarding an
additional meeting. The TSPC commented that special as-needed meetings would be “ideal”
and that “they didn’t feel the need to meet more often than the current schedule”.
Staff recommends that the Traffic Safety and Parking Commission discuss the matter, obtain
public feedback, and make recommendations of the preferred option with a vote.
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STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM NO:
7.a
MEETING DATE:
November 12, 2020
To: Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
Date: November 12, 2020
From: Andrew Wong, Senior Civil Engineer – (650) 558-7230
Subject: Engineering Division Reports/Public Works Update
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Commission receive a presentation by staff providing an update on
various Public Works – Engineering projects and activities.
BACKGROUND
San Mateo County Pedestrian and Bicycle Program Grant Update – At their
November 5th meeting, the San Mateo County Transportation Authority Board approved
both the California Drive and Caltrain Station Improvement project. The total grant award
for both of these project was $1.4 million dollars.
Lyon-Hoag Traffic Calming Improvements Update – Bids were opened on October
27, 2020. The City received a total of three bids, with Sierra Traffic Markings, Inc. being
selected for the project. Improvements in Phase 1 are consistent with approved Lyon
Hoag and Adjacent Neighborhood Traffic Calming Studies and Recommendations
Report. They include:
Trial striped traffic circles and/or median islands at nine intersections
Trial speed cushions at eight locations
Trial striped bulbouts at six intersections
High visibility crosswalks enhancement at 23 locations
Additional curb marking, signage, and striping at various locations
Widening existing 4’ bike lane to a 5’ Class II bike lane on Howard Avenue
Federal Resurfacing Project Update – Project is currently working on Broadway with
completion anticipated for before Thanksgiving. After paving Broadway, the focus will be
on punchlist and close out procedures. 2020 Resurfacing project is underway with near
completion of the concrete work. Project will then proceed with digouts and paving.
300 Burlingame Point Update – Acceptance of the roadway may take place sometime
after City Council approval scheduled for December 7th meeting. Occupancy of the
Item 7.a – Engineering Division Reports/Public Works Update November 12, 2020
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buildings will occur as early as January 2021.
2020 Sidewalk Program– Staff had a pre-construction on November 3rd to begin the
project. The contractor Golden Bay Construction will not be starting until December
2020, but have provided submittals for review. The main areas of work are the north side
of Easton Drive from Balboa to Vancouver, Bayview Place at Airport Boulevard, and the
area is surrounded by Alvarado, Hillside, El Camino Real, and Adeline.
IPS Meter Installation Update – As of November 2nd, the meter contractor and Parking
Enforcement, converted 514 parking meters. The remaining 50+ meters are anticipated
to be converted before the end of the year.
TSPC Priority List (revised November 2020):
TSPC Led Effort
1 Downtown Parking and Access 11/12/20: Item 6b
2 Bike\Ped Plan Update: fwd to BPAC 8/13/20: Item 6b
3 School Traffic and Safety Issues 3/12/20: Item 7a
4 Neighborhood Traffic Calming 11/12/20: Item 7a
5 Broadway Parking 10/8/20: Item 6c
6 Citywide Transportation Alternatives 2/13/20: Item 6c
7 Bay Trail Improvements
8 Electric Vehicles 11/12/20: Item 6b
9 Bike Share Feedback 12/12/19: Item 6b
Staff Update via Report
1 Caltrans’ ECR Corridor 2/13/20: Item 7a
2 Hoover School Update 10/8/20: Item 7a
3 Downtown Parking Strategies 11/12/20: Item 6b
4 City Hall Traffic Calming/Floribunda 4/11/19: Item 6b
5 California Roundabout 5/9/19: Item 7a
6 Oak Grove/Carolan Traffic Signal 10/10/19: Item 7a
7 Bike\Ped Plan Update: fwd to BPAC 8/13/20: Item 6b
8 Rec Center Parking 3/12/20: Item 7a
9 Old Bayshore Corridor Study 12/12/19: Item 7a
10 Grant Opportunities 11/12/20: Item 7a
11 Broadway Grade Separation 6/11/20: Item 7a
12 San Mateo's Peninsula Ave OC
13 School Speed Limit Updates 6/13/19, Item 7a
14 School Safety Improvements 3/12/20: Item 7a
15 Lyon-Hoag Neighborhood Traffic Calming 11/12/20: Item 7a
16 300 Burlingame Point Traffic Impacts 11/12/20: Item 7a
17 Broadway/California Update
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2020 Agenda Item Action Status
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Council Direction Regarding Improving
Short-Term Parking in the Burlingame
Avenue Downtown Area
Poles and SMART meter have
been installed and are currently
being programmed.
DISCUSSION
Some of these items may have been originally presented to City staff and/or the Traffic Safety
and Parking Commission as public requests or comments. Items on this list are matters that
would typically be addressed by City staff on an administrative level, or are City Capital
Improvement Projects. Matters that require broad public input or have a wide-spread impact are
addressed as Commission “Discussion/Action Items” (TSPC Agenda Item 6).