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Council Chambers7:00 PMThursday, January 11, 2024
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1. Call To Order
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2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of Minutes
August 10, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutesa.
Meeting MinutesAttachments:
September 14, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutesb.
Meeting MinutesAttachments:
November 9, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutesc.
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acting on any matter that is not on the agenda.
5. Public Comments: Non-Agenda
6. Discussion/Action Items
Downtown Burlingame Pedestrian Enhancements (Discussion Only)a.
TSPC Chair and Vice-Chair Nominations and Selectionsb.
7. Information Items
Public Comment Related to Informational Itemsa.
Community Group Updatesb.
Engineering Division Reportsc.
Staff ReportAttachments:
Police Department Reportsd.
November Collision Report
December Collision Report
Attachments:
TSPC Chair/Commissioner’s Communicationse.
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8. Committee Reports
Public Comment Related to Committee Reportsa.
Burlingame Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements (Former Commissioner Leigh)b.
BIS School Safety Study (Chair Israelit & Commissioner Ng)c.
US 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity (Former Commissioner Leigh & Vice -Chair
Rebelos)
d.
9. Future Agenda Items
10. Adjournment
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NEXT TRAFFIC, SAFETY & PARKING COMMISSION MEETING: February 8, 2024
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TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Unapproved Minutes
Regular Meeting of Thursday, August 10, 2023
The meeting minutes are intended to provide a high-level summary and action items. The official record is the meeting
recording, which can be found on the City’s website or the City’s YouTube Channel. Links provided below.
https://www.burlingame.org/departments/public_works/agenda_and_minutes.php
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofburlingame3486
1.CALL TO ORDER 7:04 p.m.
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3.ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:Israelit, Leigh, Rebelos
MEMBERS ABSENT:Martos, Ng
4.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a)July 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
Due to attendance, the approval of meeting minutes was pushed to the following TSPC meeting.
5.PUBLIC COMMENTS – NON-AGENDA
No non-agenda public comment.
6.DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
Due to the number of attendees for item 6.b, the Chair opted to switch the order of the discussion
items to hear the update regarding the BIS Pedestrian and Circulation Improvements first.
Item 4.a
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a)Update for BIS Pedestrian and Circulation Improvements
Mr. Wong provided a presentation regarding the BIS pedestrian and circulation plan. The
presentation included history and project goals, supporting infrastructure, existing conditions and
congestion, the proposed plan, additional considerations, and next steps.
Goals
•Increased pedestrian safety.
•Reduction to congestion and improved traffic flow.
•Reduction to school traffic impacts in the neighborhood.
Supporting Infrastructure
•New enhanced crosswalk at Quesada/Clarice (relocation).
•New additional satellite pedestrian drop-off area (Marco Polo/Clarice).
•New crosswalk near satellite drop-off at Marco Polo/Clarice.
•Turn restrictions signs including signage at the BIS exit driveway.
•No west bound vehicles on Clarice.
Existing Conditions and Congestion
•Four points of conflict between vehicles and pedestrians at the intersection of Quesada
and Clarice in front of BIS. See presentation for map depictions.
Circulation Plan
•Primary drop off on Quesada Way and secondary drop off location on Marco Polo Way.
•Primary drop off on Quesada Way and secondary drop off location on Marco Polo Way.
•Vehicles travel south on Quesada, proceed then with a left onto Clarice, and then access
Marco Polo.
•Vehicles traveling north from Davis Drive would continue toward Trousdale or make a
right-turn onto Clarice, and then access Marco Polo.
•Traveling northbound along Marco Polo – no left on Clarice, must continue northbound
on Marco Polo to Trousdale.
•Traveling southbound along Marco Polo – no right onto Clarice, must continue
southbound on Marco Polo to Davis.
•Traveling from Sequoia – no right on Clarice.
•See presentation for additional map depictions, which includes signage locations.
Additional Considerations
•New Multiway stop at Davis and Marco Polo.
•Install red curbs to enhance visibility at feasible intersections.
•Install school warning assembly signage as appropriate.
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Next Steps
•Relocate the northern marked crosswalk at Quesada/Clarice to south side of intersection.
•Install new pedestrian improvements (ramps, crosswalks, RRFB, signs).
•BIS to outreach “new” circulation plan to parents.
•BIS to update circulation plan as well as on their website.
•Staff to assist in outreach effort.
•Monitoring to be done by both BIS and City.
Some Commissioners asked clarifying questions before the Chair opened the public comment
period.
Linda Dyson stated the change to the Clarice/Quesada crosswalk makes complete sense. She
asked who was calling for the changes as she does not believe the Clarice neighbors are
complaining. Ms. Dyson said they generally have 15 minutes of inconvenience in the mornings
and afternoons. She also asked if the City thought these modifications would change the behavior
as they are already experiencing double parking and blocked driveways. Ms. Dyson stated she did
not feel drivers would use the school driveway. She went on to say if the City is already
recommending to parents to drop off their children a block away and walk, why aren’t they doing
it already? Ms. Dyson asked if the Marco Polo construction has been taken into consideration as
parking on one side will be removed.
Manito Velasco stated he has seen what the maps are showing as a walking parent, biking parent,
and even a driving parent. He said likes the no left turn from Marco Polo to Clarice as he stated it
would help decongest Clarice. Mr. Velasco indicated he has concerns with other turn movements.
He stated it will be making things worse and more dangerous for the children that come from the
multifamily units on Sequoia and Marco Polo. He also wanted to clarify that the crosswalk lines
are just being removed and kids could still legally cross at the old crosswalk. Mr. Velasco requested
that bikes be exempt from the turn restrictions. He went on to state that the one positive of the
current crosswalk configuration is that there is a large area for the students to congregate, and
there is a narrow stretch of sidewalk where the crosswalk is being relocated.
Lesley Beatty said school starts in two weeks and advocated for traffic safety enforcement at BIS
and the surrounding streets to ensure things go smoothly and head off any unintended
consequences. She also stated it was bad practice to come up with a circulation plan that only
addresses vehicles and pedestrians and does not consider bicyclists. Ms. Beatty also indicated that
she has a group of parents asking her what the safest route for bicyclists is, and she does not know
what to tell them. She said there needs to be heightened enforcement and observations.
Mr. Wong stated the turn restrictions will not be implemented until they have reached out to the
parents to educate them on the new turn restrictions.
Patricia Dowling read the email she sent for the record:
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I have lived on Clarice Lane for almost 30 years. I have safety concerns about the proposal
to change Clarice Lane to a one-way street. Common sense tells me the point of a one-
way street is to move vehicles faster from point A to point B.
A one-way street invites increases in speed and less attention by drivers because there is
no conflicting traffic flow, and by making Clarice Lane more efficient for cars, we will make
it more dangerous for the students and BIS’s neighbors on Clarice, many of whom are
seniors.
It is pretty frenetic for 12 to 15 minutes two times a day during the school year on Clarice
Lane, but I am concerned that convenience is prioritized over safety and livability for the
students and BIS’s neighbors. It is frustrating for the parents, I’m sure. It is also frustrating
for BIS’s neighbors on Clarice when people park in my driveway when I’m trying to pull
out, but I would rather have that than witnessing an accident.
Has a safety study been prepared? We will have our students dropped off and picked up
at the satellite location on Marco Polo and Clarice and walking up and down Clarice with
vehicles speeding on a one-way street. The students will be crossing at Clarice and
Sequoia, and cars will be turning left from the one-way street.
Has any consideration been given to the 477-unit project underway for Marco Polo Drive?
Less than one parking space per unit is proposed for the project, yet a one-bedroom will
allow up to three residents. Parking is going to be even more limited, and you add to that
frustrated drivers with a propensity to speed on a one-way street.
Mr. Wong read the following public comments received via email in order to respond to the
questions.
June Hee – I am not able to attend tonight’s meeting but do have a few questions on the
improvements proposed.
1) Are the one-way restrictions only during school drop off and pickup times or all the
time?
2)Are the plans for a satellite drop off area on Marco Polo being communicated with the
group responsible for the Marco Polo development?
3)Are the pedestrian improvements group and the Burlingame bike group communicating
with each other? Just want to make sure that the groups are chatting. I recently attended
a meeting about a bike route up Davis Drive and Trousdale… I’m not sure which street if
any will be connecting them, Also, I’m assuming kids on bikes are allowed to go any route
and it’s only cars that are restricted?
4). Will there be a crossing guard at both Clarice/Quesada and Davis/Quesada? The
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Davis/Quesada intersection is particularly messy and dangerous.
Thank you for working to improve the safety of the area!
Tracy Chen – I respectfully submit the following comments re: update for BIS Pedestrian
and Circulation Improvements. I hope they can be addressed:
1.Are the one way restrictions only during school pick up/ drop off hours? (Don't see why
it's needed when school is not in session)
2.Slide #4&5 (left only and right only) don't make sense. Slide 4 shows left turn only from
north bound Quesada into the exit of BIS parking? Also South bound Quesada is right turn
only into the same parking exit? Please clarify.
3.Is exiting BIS parking lot going to be "No Turns" (going straight into Clarice?) If it
becomes right turn only, then it doesn't help the current situation at Davis/Quesada but
to make it worse.
4.Changing the crosswalk makes sense, and perhaps doing this instead of restricting
street directions is sufficient to relief some congestions without creating unnecessary
impact to neighboring residents.
5. Are they still planning on making Davis Dr.-East of Quesada a bike path? Is there any
coordination between the different planning groups?
Annette Doherty – I would like to voice concerns with one way traffic. I am not in support
of this change. It will increase traffic in the neighborhood and can create a hazard. One-
way streets can reduce property value. I would consider time limits for traffic flow such as
what courts at Lincoln Elementary.
Mr. Martinovich indicated he has lived in the neighborhood since the 1970’s and stated there
wasn’t a problem when the school was small. He stated he supports the school, but the school
would not accept his grandchildren in Burlingame. Mr. Martinovich went on to say that he resides
on Clarice and parents block his driveway and he must argue with the people to move their car
sometimes. He also indicated cars pull into his driveway (he has pavers) and they leave marks.
Mr. Martinovich felt emergency personnel would not be able to get to the neighborhood with all
the congestion. He said having a drop off on Marco Polo would make things easier.
The BIS PTA President said she was very happy to hear this is even a conversation. She stated the
idea of the current traffic flow is dangerous and loves the Commission is trying to improve it for
the students and residents. She said she thought the turn restrictions may deter some parents
from driving into the area. She stated when the information is shared, we should address the
bicyclists as well as they should be following the rules of the road. She then invited staff and
Commissioners to come to an upcoming PTA meeting to speak about this because it is an
important concept to address. In closing, she thanked the Commission and staff for their efforts.
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Chair Israelit closed public comment. The Commissioner’s asked follow up questions. No formal
action was taken.
b)City Council Vision Zero Committee
Mr. Wong provided a presentation regarding the Vision Zero Committee. He went over the
background, stating that the City Council identified Vision Zero at their January goal setting
session to be included among the goals. He identified City Council subcommittee members Beach
and Stevenson to work with members of the Traffic Safety and Parking Commission.
Mr. Wong shared that Vision Zero is an international movement that aims to reduce traffic deaths
and life-changing injuries to zero, while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all. It
addresses all collisions, whether people travel by foot, wheelchair, bike, motorcycle, car, or truck.
In terms of next steps, Mr. Wong said after the TSPC nominations, staff will set up a meeting with
the entire group depending on availability and introduce them to Vision Zero and the proposed
process.
After going over the current TSPC Commissioner assignments, Chair Israelit led a discussion before
ultimately nominating Vice-Chair Rebelos and Commissioner Martos to the City Council Vision
Zero Subcommittee.
7.INFORMATION ITEMS
a)Public Comment Related to Informational Items
No public comment.
b) Community Group Updates
No update.
c)Engineering Division Reports
Mr. Wong provided the following updates on various Public Works – Engineering projects.
•BIS Pedestrian Improvements – New curb ramp installations are underway. Once ramps are
in, the remaining signage and striping will be installed. Work anticipated to be completed
prior to Fall school session.
•Mercy Traffic Calming – Speed cushion improvements have been successfully implemented
by the contractor with no remaining punch-list items. Positive feedback was received.
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•2024 Annual Street Resurfacing – Anticipated list of streets for the project has been forwarded
to the Chair of Walk, Bike Burlingame.
•Burlingame Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements – After the field meeting with
Commissioner Leigh, staff are drafting mark-ups for implementation.
Commissioner Leigh requested regular updates on specific projects—stop sign at Paloma and
Carmelita, Broadway Grade Separation, Trousdale, Murchison, and California Drive.
d)Police Department Reports
Sergeant Roberts reported 27 collisions for the month of July. Please see the Collision Report for
details.
Vice-Chair Rebelos requested to view a Burlingame map during the collision updates.
Sergeant Roberts said he would work with Vice-Chair Rebelos to look into providing the collision
data in Excel to the Commission so they can sort the data and look for trends.
Arleen from Walk, Bike Burlingame commented to say the collision report is the most relevant
report that is reviewed during this meeting, but the data isn’t used to make the streets safer. She
stated that it ties into the Vision Zero effort.
e)TSPC Chair/Commissioner’s Communications
Chair Israelit stated one of the neighbors on Adeline Drive reached out and said they were thrilled
with the speed bumps but noted that people are speeding up to the bumps, slowing down, and
then speeding to the next one.
Vice-Chair Rebelos indicated he received an email from a resident in the Lyon Hoag area (Howard
Avenue) regarding a stop sign. He did not have any other details and said he would forward the
email.
8.COMMITTEE REPORTS
a)Public Comment Related to Committee Reports
No public comment.
b)Burlingame Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements (Leigh)
Commissioner Leigh deferred to Mr. Wong to provide the data collected.
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c)BIS School Safety Study (Israelit & Ng)
No additional update.
d)US 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity (Leigh & Rebelos)
Vice-Chair Rebelos stated they are waiting for a full Commission to present their findings and
recommendations.
9.FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
•Intersection of Bernal and Hillside
•California Drive Bike Facility Municipal Code changes
10.ADJOURNMENT 8:47 p.m.
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TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Unapproved Minutes
Regular Meeting of Thursday, September 14, 2023
The meeting minutes are intended to provide a high-level summary and action items. The official record is the meeting
recording, which can be found on the City’s website or the City’s YouTube Channel. Links provided below.
https://www.burlingame.org/departments/public_works/agenda_and_minutes.php
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofburlingame3486
1.CALL TO ORDER 7:01 p.m.
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3.ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:Israelit, Leigh (remote), Martos, Ng,
MEMBERS ABSENT:Rebelos
4.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a)July 13, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
The meeting minutes were approved as written. Commissioner Martos made a motion to
approve, seconded by Commissioner Ng. The vote passed with three in favor, and one abstained.
5.PUBLIC COMMENTS – NON-AGENDA
John Kevranian spoke on behalf of the Broadway business district regarding the no right turn on red
going eastbound Carmelita to make a right turn on southbound California Drive. He said they just
heard a sign will be installed and have had no knowledge of it and stated the residents were not aware
either. Mr. Kevranian said the entire bike lane process has brought this forward, but there has been
no notification. He said the concern is cars will be taking Chula Vista, Laguna, or Paloma to head south
on California Drive and residents don’t want more vehicles on their street. He also stated they don’t
want more vehicles on Broadway as there is enough congestion the way it is. He recommended not
to install the no right turn on red and requested an outreach process to the neighbors so they can
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voice their opinions.
The following email from Manito Velasco was received and read for the record.
Good evening Madame Chair, Commissioners,
I see there is a stop sign under consideration on your agenda.
I’m inquiring about the all-way stop at Paloma & Carmelita, which was approved by TSPC over a year
ago now on July 2022. And then presented to Council, who also concurred in September 2022 a year
ago. Yes, this was approved as part of the Bike Blvd project. But there is no reason that that stop sign
could not have been implemented by now over a year later. How long should we wait?
The rest of the bike Blvd will take a while, that’s understood. But the Carmelita stop sign is needed for
safety by that neighborhood now. The Carmelita neighborhood is as deserving of safety attention as
the stop sign just now being proposed in the Easton area. I imagine if you told the Easton folks that
even if approved tonight, they have to wait over a year for the stop sign to be installed, they will tell
you that’s way too long. Especially since at both intersections people are in peril.
Please provide an update on when that stop sign will go in. Hopefully in the next month or so. There
continue to be near misses, including BIS kids walking and biking to school.
6.DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
a)Bernal/Hillside Traffic Discussion
Transportation Engineer Michael Tsai provided a presentation regarding a review of the
intersection of Bernal and Hillside Drive. Mr. Tsai went over the 2021 all-way stop study results,
new considerations, and staff recommendations.
In summary, Mr. Tsai indicated that the 2021 study did not meet the criteria for an all-way stop,
even with the lenient thresholds. He went into other considerations, which included: (1) the
combined vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian volume entering the intersection from all approaches
averaging more than 2,000 units per day; (2) the ability to see conflicting traffic on an approach
is not sufficient to allow a road user to stop or yield in compliance with the normal right-of-way
rule if such stopping or yielding is necessary; and (3) collision records indicate that five or more
crashes that involve the failure to yield the right-of-way at the intersection under the normal right-
of-way rule have been reported within a 3-year period, or that three or more such crashes have
been reported within a 2-year period.
Based on other considerations, such as unreported collisions that have been described by
residents, and police service calls, Mr. Tsai stated staff recommends the Commission take that
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into consideration. Ultimately, Mr. Tsai shared that staff recommends a one-year trial multi-way
stop.
Chair Israelit allowed for Commissioner questions before opening it up to public comment. She
changed the time limit to two minutes given the number of anticipated speakers.
Keith Good thanked the Commission for their support. He said they submitted 64 signatures on
the petition in support of a four-way stop. Mr. Good also shared there are at least 55 testimonies
of personal experiences within the petition. He said the bottom line is that it’s a harrowing
experience to get from Bernal to Hillside. He also asked the City to consider the narrow road and
to look at traffic calming in general in the area. Mr. Good noted the issues are exacerbated during
school hours. He also pointed out in the last day or two someone reported their child was hit
riding a bike at said intersection and noted that there are many instances that go unreported. In
closing, he thanked the Commission for their support.
Steve Cady stated he personally has seen three collisions at the intersection and said Bernal is a
unique street because it’s the only street going north that goes through connecting to Mills,
Lincoln, and BIS. From the other direction, he stated it goes to Roosevelt and OLA. Mr. Cady stated
children have to walk into the street to see if it’s clear and then run to the other side. He said he
felt the stop controls would make the intersection safer for everyone.
Denise Good stated it is the most dangerous junction she drives, and she used to live in San
Francisco. She questioned how anyone is supposed to get onto Bernal safely with the speeds at
which cars are traveling. Mrs. Good also pointed out that Bernal is a bicycle route. She went
through her recent experience and observations and pleaded with the Commission to do
something. Mrs. Good stated the four-way stop would help and suggested looking at the speed
limit as well. She stated there are more accidents than people are aware of because nobody
reports it when there is no bodily injury.
James Martin said he has lived on Bernal for 47 years and the intersection at Hillside has always
been frightening to him, especially traveling southbound on Bernal Avenue from Adeline to cross
Hillside to turn right or left. Mr. Martin stated you can hardly see up the hill and have to get into
the street to have any visibility. He requested the Commission approve the four-way stop.
Candace Martin stated she has lived on Bernal Avenue since 1975 when Roosevelt was closed.
She explained that she would take her son to Lincoln which required them to cross Hillside Drive
every morning. Mrs. Martin said her concern is it’s a thoroughfare to BIS and you are already
talking about 3-5 accidents. She stated she walks up to 4 miles a day and she has concerns. Mrs.
Martin asked the Commission to think about humanity and the children trying to cross that
intersection.
Lisa Janosky said she has resided on Bernal for 22 years and has personally seen three accidents.
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She also said they have seen an increase in vehicle speeds on Hillside Drive and people are very
distracted with their phones. Ms. Janosky explained that many people park on the street and that
it’s very challenging to cross to BIS on Hillside. She stated she is in favor of the all-way stop.
A resident titled “guest” spoke to say he has concerns with a stop sign on Bernal and suggested
staff consider a stop sign on Drake instead. He said the speed is too fast because there are no stop
controls between Vancouver and Cabrillo. He felt a stop sign on Drake may remind drivers to slow
down.
Paula emphasized the speed drivers use to go up Hillside to Vancouver. She said she witnessed
two trucks racing up the hill last night and didn’t understand why the police officer behind them
didn’t pull them over. For the speed issue alone, Paula said a four-way stop is needed.
John Rafferty said he resides on Bernal close to Hillside and is very familiar with the intersection.
He felt the issue is that people are speeding up the slope to Vancouver. He said the accident data
seems minimal but said they hear a minimum of 3-4 accidents each year from their home. Mr.
Rafferty also pointed out the visibility from Bernal to Hillside is very poor and it’s difficult to see
cars coming, which he contributed to the angle of the street and number of trees. He said his
household is in favor of the four-way stop.
The following email was received for public comment and read for the record.
Veronica Morsello: To whom it may concern, I would be very happy to see a stop sign at this
intersection. It is used frequently by students going to school and cars on Hillside Drive are often
speeding as they pass this intersection which makes it very dangerous. Thank you for your
consideration.
Chair Israelit closed the public comment period and then led a discussion with the Commission.
All Commissioners were in favor of stop controls, but Chair Israelit pointed out her concern that
the stop sign on Hillside may not be very visible. She requested a pedestrian paddle or bump outs
so the crossing distance is smaller, and drivers can see something is down the street. Chair Israelit
also requested red curbing for increased visibility and to look at the area in general for traffic
calming.
Commissioner Ng made a motion to support the staff’s recommendation for a trial all-way stop
at Bernal and Hillside Drive. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leigh and passed by a
roll call vote with all four present in favor of the motion.
b)Parking Restriction Along California Drive (Carmelita to Oak Grove)
Senior Civil Engineer Andrew Wong provided a presentation regarding the options for parking
restrictions along the east side (closest to the RxR tracks) of California Drive between Carmelita
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Avenue and Oak Grove Avenue. Mr. Wong went over the goals of the presentation and provided
background information, including the following key information.
•California Drive is an arterial road within Burlingame, which primarily serves as a major
north-south corridor within the City. In the section from Carmelita Avenue and Oak Grove
Avenue there is a mix of land uses. The west side of the street includes automotive
related, office, and residential land uses, while the east side has only the Caltrain tracks.
•As part of the California Drive Complete Streets Project, a Class IV bicycle lane was added
on the eastside with a lane reduction in each direction. With these changes additional
on-street parking was provided along the east side from Carmelita Avenue to Sanchez
Avenue.
•Per Burlingame Municipal Code (BMC) Section 13.36.010, there is a “No Parking Anytime”
parking restriction along California Drive from Carmelita Avenue to Sanchez Avenue; with
the remaining portion consisting of on-street parking without restrictions.
Mr. Wong stated that staff is proposing a new parking restriction on California Drive based on
support of one or more of the following options. He said that staff recommends Option A.
(A)Restrict on-street parking from the “late evening to the early morning" time period along the
east side of California Drive between Oak Grove Avenue and Carmelita Avenue. The
Burlingame Municipal Code (BMC 13.36.020) already has streets with similar restrictions.
(B)Restrict on-street parking with a two-hour parking limit along the east side of California Drive
between Oak Grove Avenue and Carmelita Avenue. The Burlingame Municipal Code (BMC
13.36.040) already has streets with similar restrictions.
(C)Restrict on-street parking with a four-hour parking limit along the east side of California Drive
between Oak Grove Avenue and Carmelita Avenue. The Burlingame Municipal Code (BMC
13.36.042) already has streets with similar restrictions.
(D)Restrict on-street parking with a ten-hour parking limit along the east side of California Drive
between Oak Grove Avenue and Carmelita Avenue. The Burlingame Municipal Code (BMC
13.36.043) already has streets with similar restrictions.
Chair Israelit allowed Commissioner questions before opening up the public comment period.
John Kevranian stated that although he is in favor of eliminating overnight parking, his concern is
that those businesses that use the overnight parking will move their cars to the neighborhood—
Chula Vista and Laguna, and it will impact the residents. Mr. Kevranian pointed out that Caltrain
has reduced their overnight parking rates to $2.75. He also asked if this will be enforced 7-days a
week and how will it be enforced on Sunday’s. Mr. Kevranian asked how many parking spots will
be available on the east side of California Drive and suggested a combination of 4-hour and 10-
hour parking in order to accommodate everyone.
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The following emails were received and read for the record.
Faye Dawdy: Thank you for reviewing parking restriction options along the east side of California
Drive. Although the notice mentions that the discussion is NOT affecting the on street parking
along the west side of California Drive, please keep in mind that if you restrict parking on the east
side it will in fact directly affect the west side for the following reasons.
1.Additional parking needed on the west side for anyone that can no longer park on the east side.
2.It will produce more cars that will need to park on the west side.
3. More cars parking in front of store fronts on west side.
West side parking should be for customers, not apartment residents. A time limit should also be
applied to the west side.
For those reasons above regarding if parking is restricted on the east side, where will the people
that usually park their end up parking?
I feel that what is discussed and reviewed on the east side will also have an impact on the West
side (even though the notice says it will NOT be affected.)
Our recommendation for the east side is 6-8 hour parking allowed. Our recommendation for the
west side is 3-4 hour parking
I hope that there will be a little parking available on the east side as some of the business on the
west side rely on the east side for them to park so they do not interfere with customer parking on
the West side.
We have had our business on 821 California Drive, for 20 years. We are very aware of
all of the people that use those sides to park their cars. If you would like to consult with us
in any way or contact us, please feel free to call us at any time.
Manito Velasco: Thank you for having this discussion. The parking on the first block from Carmelita
to Sanchez was promised to be a replacement for the parking removed from the block north. The
parking being removed from the businesses consists of metered parking with the highest turnover
measured by the consultant. These are 2-hr, 1-hr and half-hour parking spaces. Replacing these
with all-day parking doesn’t conform to the premise that this is supposed to mitigate parking
impacts. Having these spaces occupied all day doesn’t serve the businesses well.
As with everything else, please be clear on the timeline for these changes. The parking stalls are
already marked out in the field. When are those going to be available to use? If the time restricted
parking is approved, when will take place? Some clarity would be truly appreciated for those of
us out here.
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Chair Israelit closed the public comment period and sought comments and feedback from fellow
Commissioners. As a result of the long discussion, the Commission took formal action. Chair
Israelit made a motion to move forward with staff’s plan to accept Option A with no overnight
parking on the east side of the street as well as opening Carmelia to Sanchez to parking where
there is currently no parking. Chair Israelit stated they can address parking restriction times at a
later date. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Martos and it passed with a roll call vote
with all four in favor (one Commissioner absent).
7.INFORMATION ITEMS
a)Public Comment Related to Informational Items
No public comments received.
b) Community Group Updates
No update.
c)Engineering Division Reports
Mr. Wong provided the following updates on various Public Works – Engineering projects.
•BIS Pedestrian Improvements – The new curb ramp installations are completed. Staff and
subcommittee to present circulation plan to BIS parents.
•Broadway Pedestrian Improvements – Staff to meet with Broadway Business Improvement
District to discuss potential changes.
•Murchison, Trousdale, and Davis Bicycle Improvements – Staff finalizing outreach materials
for Community survey. Efforts will include eNews, notices, NextDoor, and emails to
participants at the previous community meeting.
•San Mateo Countywide Local Road and Safety Plan – C/CAG effort to develop a framework for
analyzing, identifying, and prioritizing roadway safety improvements to reduce severe injury
and fatal collisions on local roadways. The development of a LRSP will help San Mateo County
get funding to build roadway improvements. https://maps.kittelson.com/ccag-lrsp
Commissioner Leigh requested to restart the Broadway Pedestrian Improvements Committee and
voiced her interest to be on it. Chair Israelit agreed but wanted to confirm the process before
moving forward.
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d)Police Department Reports
Sergeant Roberts reported 20 collisions for the month of August. Please see the Collision Report
for details.
Commissioner Leigh requested to reduce the speed limit in the Burlingame Avenue area to 20
MPH.
e)TSPC Chair/Commissioner’s Communications
No update.
8.COMMITTEE REPORTS
a)Public Comment Related to Committee Reports
No public comment.
b)Burlingame Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements (Leigh)
No update.
c)BIS School Safety Study (Israelit & Ng)
Commisioner Ng stated that tonight he was at Back to School Night with Chair Israelit and Senior
Engineer Andrew Wong to pass out information regarding the new BIS circulation plan. He stated
they also had a map of the circulation plan and reported they spoke to roughly 20 people.
Mr. Wong said they received support from everyone they spoke to regarding the new circulation
plan.
Commissioner Ng also shared that they spoke with the PTA president, and she invited them to
speak at an upcoming meeting.
d)US 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity (Leigh & Rebelos)
Commissioner Leigh indicated she was unsure when they would present their committee findings
as she will be out of town next month. She stated she would connect with Vice-Chair Rebelos to
confirm a time.
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9.FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
•Support for various stop signs
•Changes to Broadway corridor
•Downtown improvements (California Drive)
•Burlingame Avenue pedestrian improvements
•US 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Committee report
•Update in the Engineer’s Report regarding the traffic signal at Oak Grove and Carolan
•Installation update on approved stop sign at Paloma and Carmelita
•New Committees if they need to be on the agendized
•Speed limit reductions
10.ADJOURNMENT 9:13 p.m.
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TRAFFIC, SAFETY AND PARKING COMMISSION
Unapproved Minutes
Regular Meeting of Thursday, November 9, 2023
The meeting minutes are intended to provide a high-level summary and action items. The official record is the meeting
recording, which can be found on the City’s website or the City’s YouTube Channel:
https://www.burlingame.org/departments/public_works/agenda_and_minutes.php
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofburlingame3486
1.CALL TO ORDER 7:00 p.m.
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
3.ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:Martos, Leigh, Ng, Rebelos
MEMBERS ABSENT:Israelit
4.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
No minutes presented for approval.
5.PUBLIC COMMENTS – NON-AGENDA
Manito Velasco thanked the Commissioners for their service. Mr. Velasco stated it took less than two
months for the stop sign installation at Hillside and Bernal, and then inquired about the stop sign
approved in 2022 at Carmelita and Paloma as part of the Bicycle Boulevard Project. He requested the
City to proceed with the stop sign installation at Carmelita and Paloma.
Mr. Velasco inquired about the traffic signal project at Oak Grove Avenue and Carolan since there
have not been any updates. He stated he does not want any surprises and it to show up on the Council
agenda and looks forward to a project update.
Item 4.c
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6.DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
a)Broadway Business Corridor Pedestrian Improvement Update
Mr. Wong provided a presentation that included background information regarding the project
and the following project components (first phase).
Intersections of Broadway/Capuchino and Broadway/Laguna
•Turn restriction signs to be removed and replaced with pedestrian signs.
•Tree removal in bulbout to improve visibility.
•Add median pedestrian sign.
Intersections of Broadway/Paloma and Broadway/Chula Vista
•Turn restriction signs to be removed and replaced with pedestrian signs.
•Tree removal in bulbout to improve visibility.
Mr. Wong shared the goal is to install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBS) at the above-
mentioned intersections. In summary, Mr. Wong shared feedback from the Broadway Business
Improvement District (Broadway BID), which included preservation of the trees if possible. He
stated the Broadway BID supported the phase one proposal as interim improvements as they
desire to have RRFBs at the intersection of Laguna and Broadway. Lastly. Mr. Wong indicated
there is no budget identified for this effort, but staff is following up on future grant applications,
as well as other potential funding opportunities.
The Commissioner’s engaged in a discussion which included some clarifying questions, personal
observations, and the following requests and comments.
•Commissioners Ng suggested revisiting the removal of the turn restriction signage.
•Commissioner Leigh requested lane lines, pedestrian signage on the parklet, to paint the
“gray zones” at the corners of the crosswalks, consideration of a 20 MPH speed limit, and
to push the center pedestrian paddles out approximately three feet so when they are hit,
they don’t obstruct the crosswalk.
•Vice-Chair Rebelos suggested the shark teeth in front of the crosswalks.
•Commissioner Martos stated he is against removing the turn restriction signage and felt
the roadway is too narrow for the median paddles.
Manito Velasco provided public comments. Mr. Velasco stated the Broadway streetlights have
helped the area overall. He said he is against removing trees or pruning them to where they are
disproportionate. Mr. Velasco also said he is against removing the no-turn restrictions and one-
way signs. He indicated he is also against the median paddles due to the narrow roadway. Mr.
Velasco suggested the City consider a 20 MPH speed limit and edge lines as suggested by
Commissioner Leigh. Lastly, he recommended a keep clear sign for west bound Broadway at
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Capuchino and to make it where drivers cannot see the green lights unless they are near the
intersection to avoid people “gunning it” to make the light.
b)US 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity
Vice-Chair Rebelos provided a presentation based on the work completed with Commissioner
Leigh through their US 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Committee. Vice-Chair Rebelos
provided background information, which included the following three focus areas: potential new
bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure over/under US 101; existing bicycle and pedestrian findings
for Airport Boulevard, Broadway, and Bayshore Highway; and existing bicycle and pedestrian
findings for US 101 NB ramps and Bayshore Highway.
Vice-Chair Rebelos suggested potential US 101 crossings to include the following:
•Mills Creek between Rollins Road and Bayshore Hwy, under US 101.
•Morrell Avenue and Rollins Road, overcrossing to Anza Boulevard.
•Burlingame Avenue, Victoria Road, and Rollins Road, overcrossing to Lang Road
(Burlingame Point).
•Easton Creek between Rollins Road and Bayshore Hwy, under US 101.
The Committee recommendation is for the City to explore developing the banks of Mills Creek
between Rollins Road and Bayshore Highway, under US 101 to accommodate a bike/pedestrian
trail.
Vice-Chair Rebelos then went into their observations at Airport Boulevard, Broadway, and
Bayshore Highway. The Committee recommendations for said intersection include:
•Extend the crosswalk signal countdowns so that seniors and disabled pedestrians can
make it all the way across the intersection.
•Clear and obvious directional signage to the Bay Trail, hotels, Broadway District, Caltrain
and Bayside Park for pedestrians and bicyclists.
•Additional bicycle infrastructure including improved bike lane marking and bike boxes.
Vice-Chair Rebelos moved on to observations of bicyclists and pedestrians around the US 101
ramps and Bayshore Highway. Based on the observations, the Committee recommendations
include:
•Improved bike lane markings and a bike box on southbound Bayshore Highway; and
•Study the intersection to improve pedestrian access and directional signage.
The Commissioners asked various process and jurisdictional questions regarding the Committee
observations and recommendations, including a request from Commissioner Martos for Caltrans
to review the pedestrian countdown timer crossing Airport Boulevard and consideration of a
pedestrian path to Bayside Park.
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No public comment was received on this item and no formal action was taken.
7.INFORMATION ITEMS
a)Public Comment Related to Informational Items
No public comment.
b) Community Group Updates
No update.
c)Engineering Division Reports
Mr. Wong provided the following updates on various Public Works – Engineering projects.
•BIS Pedestrian Improvements – The BIS Circulation Plan was implemented on November 2,
2023. BPD provided support November 2 through November 6.
Mr. Wong said he felt the implementation was successful and they will continue to monitor
things. Commissioner Ng shared his observations during implementation and provided some
suggestions.
•California Drive Bicycle Facility – Project substantially complete. Contractor working on punch
list items.
•Highland Parking Garage – The first four levels of the garage are full during the week and on
weekends. The fifth floor has only a couple of vehicles during the week.
d)Police Department Reports
Sergeant Roberts reported 18 collisions for the month of September. He reported 17 collisions for
the month of October. Please see the Collision Report for details.
e)TSPC Chair/Commissioner’s Communications
Commissioner Leigh reported that the Commission received an email regarding Hillside Drive and
El Camino Real. Mr. Wong stated that staff is working with BPD on it.
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8.COMMITTEE REPORTS
a)Public Comment Related to Committee Reports
No public comments received.
b)Burlingame Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements (Leigh)
Commissioner Leigh inquired if Mr. Wong had any updates. Mr. Wong said he hoped they could
show the Commission what they have been working on next month.
c)BIS School Safety Study (Israelit & Ng)
No update.
d)US 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity (Leigh & Rebelos)
No update—discussed as part of item 6.b.
9.FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
•Update on California Drive and Oak Grove Signal Project
•Update on Carmelita and Paloma stop sign
•Consideration of forming a Broadway committee
10.ADJOURNMENT 8:55 p.m.
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STAFF REPORT AGENDA ITEM NO: 7.c
MEETING DATE: January 11, 2024
To: Traffic Safety and Parking Commission
Date: January 11, 2024
From: Andrew Wong, Senior Engineer – (650) 558-7230
Subject: Engineering Division Reports/Public Works Update
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Commission receive an update on various Public Works – Engineering
projects and activities.
BACKGROUND
•Vision Zero Update – In December, the Federal (USDOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All
(SS4A) Grant Program announced the final list of 2023 awardees and Burlingame was
awarded $480,000 of funding with a $120,000 local match to develop a new action plan.
While Grant agreements are being processed, staff plans to present a draft RFP to the
Vision Zero Subcommittee in February. Additional information can be found on the SS4A
website:
https://www.transportation.gov/grants/SS4A
•Occidental Traffic Calming Update – The November community meeting for the project
was well attended. Staff is currently reviewing the comments collected from the residents.
Due to the number of comments received, an in-person meeting is being tentatively
scheduled for some time in late March.
•Murchison/Trousdale/Davis Bicycle Improvement Project Update – The public survey
has been closed. Over 200 surveys were received and are currently being analyzed.
Another community meeting will be scheduled for the spring to review the data collected,
and to introduce proposed concept plans to the neighborhood.
•Bike Boulevards Phase I Update – The project has been awarded and will begin
construction sometime in February 2024. The stop signs on Carmelita Avenue at Paloma
Avenue will be installed as part of this project.
•Quick-Build Pedestrian Improvements Update – Similar to the Bike Boulevards Project,
this project has also been awarded and will begin construction sometime in February
2024.
Item 7.c – Engineering Division Reports/Public Works Update January 11, 2024
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•2024 TSPC Priority List and Subcommittee Discussion – This discussion item will be
postponed for a future meeting.
•Joint Meeting with City Council – City Council has requested a joint meeting to review
potential discussion items.
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).
Case #Date Time Location Minor
Injuries
Major
Injuries
Primary Collision Factor Occurred On At Intersection Other Location Vehicle Involved With
Desc
BRM2302825 11/03/2023 1348 ROLLINS
RD/BURLINGAME
21802(a)ROLLINS RD BURLINGAME
AV
Other motor
vehicle
BRM2302849 11/05/2023 2036 GILBRETH
RD/MITTEN RD
CVC 22350 GILBRETH RD MITTEN ROAD Other object
BRM2302858 11/06/2023 818 EL CAMINO
REAL/RAY DR
2 21801(a) VC SR-82 (EL
CAMINO REAL)
RAY DR Other motor
vehicle
BRM2302866 11/06/2023 1608 EL CAMINO
REAL/BROADWAY
4 21801(a) VC SR-82 (EL
CAMINO REAL)
BROADWAY Other motor
vehicle
BRM2302898 11/09/2023 1616 CAROLAN
AV/TOYON DR
1 22350 VC CAROLAN AV TOYON DR Non-collision
BRM2302902 11/09/2023 2024 BROADWAY /
CAROLAN AV
1 22107 VC BROADWAY CAROLAN AV Other motor
vehicle
BRM2302903 11/10/2023 703 1696 SKYLINE BL 1 22100(b) CVC SR-35 (1600
BLOCK OF
280 N
TROUSDALE
Other motor
vehicle
BRM2302925 11/12/2023 1813 1702 ALBEMARLE
WY
CVC 22106 ALBEMARLE WY DAVIS DR Parked motor
vehicle
BRM2302972 11/19/2023 34 1328 EL CAMINO
REAL
1 CVC 22350(A)SR-82 (EL
CAMINO REAL)
EASTON DR Parked motor
vehicle
BRM2302976 11/19/2023 1010 306 LEXINGTON WY 22107 VC LEXINGTON WY CONCORD WY Fixed object
BRM2302998 11/21/2023 1740 210 PRIMROSE RD 22102 VC HOWARD AV PRIMROSE
ROAD
Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303045 11/28/2023 1255 CALIFORNIA
DR/BELLVUE AV
21803(a) VC CALIFORNIA DR BELLEVUE AV Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303053 11/29/2023 1204 1500 BLK ROLLINS
RD
22350 VC ROLLINS RD DAVID RD Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303058 11/29/2023 1831 EL CAMINO
REAL/HILLSIDE DR
2 21801(a) VC SR-82 (EL
CAMINO REAL)
HILLSIDE DR Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303059 11/29/2023 1903 CALIFORNIA
DR/CAMBRIDGE RD
1 21801(a)VC CALIFORNIA DR CAMBRIDGE RD Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303064 11/30/2023 1539 EL CAMINO
REAL/BELLEVUE
2 21802(a) VC SR-82 (EL
CAMINO REAL)
BELLEVUE AV Other motor
vehicle
16 Accidents
Item 7.d
Case #Date Time Location Minor
Injuries
Major
Injuries
Primary Collision Factor Occurred On At Intersection Other Location Vehicle Involved With
Desc
BRM2303096 12/04/2023 1245 527 FRANCISCO DR 2 22107 VC FRANCISCO DR ROLLINS RD Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303110 12/05/2023 1430 BROADWAY/PALO
MA AV
1 21950(b) VC BROADWAY PALOMA AV Pedestrian
BRM2303115 12/06/2023 1416 BROADWAY/LAGUN
A AV
22107 VC LAGUNA AV BROADWAY Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303125 12/07/2023 1654 SR-82/BROADWAY 3 21804(a) VC SR-82 (EL
CAMINO REAL)
BROADWAY Other motor
vehicle
BRM2303149 12/09/2023 1633 4 PENINSULA AV 1 21804(a) CVC HUMBOLDT RD PENINSULA AV Bicycle
BRM2303219 12/16/2023 2315 ROLLINS
RD/BROADWAY ON-
1 22350 VC BROADWAY ROLLINS RD Non-collision
BRM2303249 12/21/2023 252 700 BLOCK OF
CALIFORNIA DR
1 22107 VC CALIFORNIA DR OAK GROVE AV Parked motor
vehicle
BRM2303258 12/21/2023 1820 1570 GILBRETH RD 22107 VC GILBRETH RD HINKLEY RD Parked motor
vehicle
BRM2303273 12/24/2023 1027 EL CAMINO
REAL/TROUSDALE
22106 VC SR-82 (EL
CAMINO REAL)
TROUSDALE
DRIVE
Pedestrian
BRM2303278 12/25/2023 841 1015 CALIFORNIA
DR
22350 CVC CALIFORNIA DR SANCHEZ AV Parked motor
vehicle
BRM2303279 12/25/2023 1057 2315 ADELINE DR 1 22107 VC ADELINE DR HOOVER AV Parked motor
vehicle
BRM2303315 12/29/2023 1728 ADELINE
DR/BALBOA AV
1 22450(a) CVC ADELINE DR BALBOA AV Other motor
vehicle
12 Accidents
Item 7.d