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CC 2017-08-08_12a East Branch Streetscape PP Presentation Consideration of East Branch Street Streetscaping Alternatives (Staff Project 16-003) 8/15/2017 1 Background Considered “Phase 2” of the Village streetscape work Mason Street to Paulding Circle Grant funding (SLOCOG) providing opportunity to complete the work 8/15/2017 2 Existing Conditions General Plan – Highway/Arterial Classification 25-30 MPH posted speed limit Considered a low speed urban roadway (<45 MPH) Two travel lanes Center lane Parking generally provided Sidewalks available on both sides 8/15/2017 3 Guidance Documents General Plan (Attachment 6) Streetscape benefits Complete Streets Bicycle and Trails Master Plan 8/15/2017 4 Alternatives Alternative 1 – the “Bicycle Alternative” Provides Class II bike lanes in both directions Removes a large number of parking spaces Reduces opportunities for bulb outs and other street side improvements Alternative 2 – the “Parking Alternative” Includes Class III bike markings (signage and sharrows) Retains a large number of parking spaces Includes 8/15/2017 5 Alternative 1 8/15/2017 6 Alternative 2 8/15/2017 7 Alternative Comparison 8/15/2017 8 Alternative Comparison 8/15/2017 Concept Alternative 1 Concept Alternative 2 9 Alternative Comparison 8/15/2017 Concept Alternative 2 Concept Alternative 1 10 Parking Comparison 8/15/2017 11 Pedestrian Crossing 8/15/2017 12 Pedestrian Crossing 8/15/2017 13 Pedestrian Crossing 8/15/2017 14 Fencing and Pavers 8/15/2017 15 Stakeholder Group Stakeholder group established for the project to gain public input, help shape alternatives, and review of the final options Consisted of local business owners (Paulding Circle, VIA) and a representative from the City’s Advisory Boards, Committees, Commissions (DPAB, ARC, TC, PC) Supported Alternative 2 8/15/2017 16 Advisory Committee Reviews Staff Advisory Committee – Alternative 2 Architectural Review Committee – Alternative 2 Traffic Commission – Alternative 2 Planning Commission – Alternative 2 8/15/2017 17 Environmental Review The project was reviewed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Determined to be categorically exempt per Section 15301(c) of the CEQA Guidelines regarding projects within existing streets, sidewalks, gutters, bicycles and pedestrian trails, etc. The improvement project plans will be reviewed to ensure the appropriate level of environmental review is conducted 8/15/2017 18 Public Notification Public has previously been noticed and business owners in the area participated in the stakeholder group Tonight’s agenda and staff report were posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2 Comments received centered on the need to retain as much parking as possible 8/15/2017 19 Recommendation It is recommended that City Council: Review the alternatives for the project; Select Alternative 2 as the preferred alternative; and Direct staff to begin streetscape improvement project plans and specifications. 8/15/2017 20 8/15/2017 21 8/15/2017 22 8/15/2017 Bulb Out 1 Bulb Out 1 is proposed in both Alternative 1 and 2. The intent of this bulb out is to provide lower vehicle speeds as they enter the village core, provide for increased aesthetics, and provide for increased separation between the adjacent local business and vehicle traffic. 23 8/15/2017 Bulb Out 2 Bulb Out 2 is proposed in both Alternative 1 and 2. The intent of this bulb out is to provide for increased public space for pedestrians as well as street furnishings. 24 8/15/2017 Bulb Out 3 Bulb Out 3 is proposed in both Alternative 1 and 2. The intent of this bulb out is to provide for increased public space and implementation of a landscaped biofiltration facility to increase water quality prior to deposition into Corbett Canyon Creek. 25 8/15/2017 Bulb Out 4 Bulb Out 4 is proposed in Alternative 2 only. The intent of this bulb out is to move the existing street tree out of the sidewalk and provide for necessary space for pedestrians as well as slow vehicles and encourage them not to cut through the parking area of the roadway. 26 8/15/2017 Bulb Out 5 Bulb Out 5 is proposed in Alternative 2 only. The intent of this bulb out is to move the existing street tree out of the sidewalk and provide for necessary space for pedestrians as well as slow vehicles and encourage them not to cut through the parking area of the roadway. 27 8/15/2017 28 8/15/2017 Bulb Out 6 Bulb Out 6 is proposed in Alternative 2 only. The intent of this bulb out is to increase sight distance for vehicles exiting Paulding Circle. 29 8/15/2017 Bulb Out 7 Bulb Out 7 is proposed in Alternative 2 only. The intent of this bulb out is to increase visibility of pedestrians prior to entering the roadway and decrease the crossing distance for pedestrians before leaving the roadway. 30 8/15/2017 Class 1 Bike Path 31 8/15/2017 Class 2 Bike Path 32 8/15/2017 Class 3 Bike Path 33 8/15/2017 Class 4 Bike Path 34 Benefits of Streetscaping Reduced energy costs for consumers; Increased property value of homes and businesses; Reduced traffic congestion by providing access to alternative modes of transportation; Increased water quality by facilitating natural storm water filtration; Encourage healthier, active lifestyles; and Reduced air pollution by sequestering harmful carbon emissions. 8/15/2017 35